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entertainment1 year ago

"Bette Midler Hilariously Pitches Joining 'Real Housewives' to 'Talk Some S**t'"

Bette Midler expressed her desire to join the cast of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" on social media, stating that she's in the mood to "talk some shit" and get paid for it. Executive producer Andy Cohen seemed to approve of the idea, and Bravo's official account also weighed in on the post. Midler even suggested her own tagline for the show. This revelation comes after a previous encounter with a former "Real Housewives" cast member.

entertainment1 year ago

"Bette Midler Makes a Play for 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Spot, Andy Cohen Gives Nod"

Bette Midler expressed interest in joining The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills to "talk some sh**t" on social media, with executive producer Andy Cohen and Bravo's official account showing support. Meanwhile, Annemarie Wiley announced her departure from the show after one season, expressing disappointment over not being asked back. As RHOBH Season 14 prepares to start production, Kathy Hilton is reported to return, and former housewife Denise Richards expressed openness to returning to the franchise.

obituary1 year ago

"Trailblazing Bathhouse Impresario Steve Ostrow Dies at 91, Leaving a Lasting Legacy"

Steve Ostrow, the founder of New York City's iconic Continental Baths, a pioneering gay bathhouse and performance space that helped launch the careers of Bette Midler and Barry Manilow in the early '70s, has passed away at 91. Ostrow, who was bisexual, transformed the scene from seedy to extravagant, offering live entertainment and DJ nights. The Baths had a significant impact on LGBTQ+ history, and Ostrow continued his advocacy work in Australia.

entertainment2 years ago

"Chloe Bailey, Padma Lakshmi, and Dylan Mulvaney: Leading the Way in Stunning Catwoman Costumes"

Chloe Bailey, Padma Lakshmi, and Dylan Mulvaney were among the stars who attended Bette Midler's annual Hulaween party in New York City. Bailey stole the show in a clinging Catwoman costume, while Lakshmi dressed as a sexy wolf and Mulvaney as a glamorous Snow White princess. Other notable costumes included Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos as Día de Muertos sugar skulls, Clive Davis as Dracula, and Erik Bottcher as a sexy pirate. The star-studded event was held to benefit Midler's foundation, New York Restoration Project.

entertainment2 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest, Co-Star of 'The Rose' and 'Apocalypse Now,' Dies at 86.

Bette Midler confirmed on Twitter that her co-star in the 1979 film The Rose, Frederic Forrest, has passed away at the age of 86. Forrest was previously nominated for an Oscar for his work in the film. He was also known for his role in Francis Ford Coppola's Apocalypse Now. A GoFundMe page was started in 2022 to help fundraise for caregiving funds for the actor, which raised over $57,000.

entertainment2 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest Passes Away at 86.

Actor Frederic Forrest, best known for his collaborations with Francis Ford Coppola in films like Apocalypse Now and The Conversation, has died at the age of 86. Forrest also starred in The Rose alongside Bette Midler, for which he received a Golden Globe and Academy Award nomination. He worked steadily throughout the 1980s and '90s before retiring from acting in the mid-2000s. Coppola penned a tribute to him, calling him a "sweet, much beloved person, a wonderful actor and a good friend."

entertainment2 years ago

Beloved 'Apocalypse Now' and 'The Rose' actor Frederic Forrest dies at 86.

Frederic Forrest, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in films like Apocalypse Now and The Rose, has died at the age of 86. Bette Midler, his co-star in The Rose, confirmed the news and praised him as a "remarkable actor" and "brilliant human being." Forrest received an Academy Award nomination for his role in The Rose and was known for his long working relationship with director Francis Ford Coppola.

entertainment2 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest Dies at 86, Co-Stars Mourn Loss

Actor Frederic Forrest, known for his roles in "The Rose" and "Apocalypse Now," has passed away at the age of 86. His cause of death has not been disclosed. Bette Midler, his co-star in "The Rose," paid tribute to him on Twitter, calling him a "remarkable actor" and a "brilliant human being." Forrest was nominated for an Oscar for his role in "The Rose" and appeared in numerous films throughout his career.

entertainment2 years ago

Actor Frederic Forrest Passes Away at 86.

Bette Midler announced the death of her "The Rose" co-star Frederic Forrest, with whom she starred in her dramatic film debut over 40 years ago. Forrest, who died at 86, was a remarkable actor and a brilliant human being. He was well-known for his roles in "Apocalypse Now" and "Valley Girl," among others. Forrest was married and divorced twice, including a three-year marriage to actress Marilu Henner.

entertainment2 years ago

Disney confirms development of 'Hocus Pocus 3'

Disney is developing "Hocus Pocus 3," according to Sean Bailey, president of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production. The original film, released in 1993, starred Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker as the Sanderson Sisters. The 2022 sequel saw the sisters accidentally brought back by a group of teens. No information on the cast or release date for the third film has been announced, but all three original stars have expressed interest in appearing.

entertainment2 years ago

Disney confirms development of 'Hocus Pocus 3' after successful sequel.

Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production president Sean Bailey has confirmed that a third Hocus Pocus movie is in the works. The news comes after the success of last year's sequel, which set a record for an opening weekend by a movie on a streamer with 2.7 billion minutes viewed. It is unclear if Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy will reprise their roles as the Sanderson sisters, but Midler has expressed interest in returning. The third film would follow the 1993 original and last year's sequel.

entertainment2 years ago

Disney confirms development of Hocus Pocus 3.

Disney executive Sean Bailey confirmed that Hocus Pocus 3 is in development, following the success of Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney Plus. No details were revealed about the third installment, including whether Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy will return as the Sanderson Sisters. The original Hocus Pocus was released in 1993 and became a cult classic. The sequel brought the original movie back into the top 10 and was successful across diverse demographics.