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entertainment2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus' AI-written acceptance speech leads to mistaken identity as Julia Roberts

Julia Louis-Dreyfus used AI chatbot ChatGPT to write her acceptance speech for the WSJ. Magazine Innovator Awards, but the program mistakenly mixed her up with Julia Roberts and listed off some of Roberts' film roles. The audience laughed at the confusion, highlighting the irreplaceable role of writers and actors. Martin Scorsese, who also received an award at the event, warned against the overuse of new technology without human involvement, emphasizing the importance of creativity coming from individuals.

health-and-entertainment2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus: From Cancer Diagnosis to A-Lister

Julia Louis-Dreyfus reflects on her breast cancer diagnosis in 2017, revealing that she initially burst into laughter upon hearing the news, considering it a "horrible black comedy." The diagnosis came the morning after she won an Emmy Award. Louis-Dreyfus underwent chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, maintaining a positive attitude throughout her treatment. She chose to share her story before it got leaked to the media and embraced her situation with a sense of humor. Now celebrating five years of being cancer-free, she emphasizes the importance of fighting all cancers and making universal healthcare a reality.

health2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus: From Cancer Survivor to A-Lister

Julia Louis-Dreyfus revealed in an interview that she was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer the day after winning her sixth Emmy Award. She described the shock as feeling like a "horrible black comedy." After undergoing a double mastectomy and chemotherapy, she was declared cancer-free in 2018. Louis-Dreyfus discussed how her battle with cancer changed her outlook on life, leading her to live more mindfully and reduce stress. She emphasized the importance of enjoying life and maintaining a positive mindset.

health-and-wellness2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus: From Cancer Survivor to Mindful Living

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer in 2017 and declared cancer-free in 2018, reflects on her health journey and how it has changed her mindset. The actress, now living in remission for five years, speaks about living more mindfully and making the most of her life after facing the reality of mortality. She will be honored at WSJ. Magazine's Innovator Awards.

entertainment2 years ago

SAG Members' Telluride Journey: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Emma Stone, and More

Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Emma Stone navigate the Telluride Film Festival amidst the ongoing Screen Actors Guild strike. Louis-Dreyfus becomes the first actor to take advantage of the interim agreement, allowing her to promote her film "Tuesday." She expresses solidarity with the union and criticizes the Alliance of Motion Picture Television Producers (AMPTP) for not reaching a deal. Stone, on the other hand, attends the festival incognito, avoiding Q&As and press for her film "Poor Things." Other actors, such as Sandra Hüller, Laura Linney, Maya Hawke, and Dakota Johnson, also participate in the festival with films covered by interim agreements. The strike's impact is subtly felt throughout the festival, with sponsors forgoing logo signage and local businesses offering perks to SAG-AFTRA members.

entertainment2 years ago

"Julia Louis-Dreyfus: A Look at Her 2023 Net Worth"

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, known for her roles in Seinfeld, Veep, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has amassed a net worth of approximately $250 million. Her successful career includes a record-breaking 11 Primetime Emmy Award wins and iconic roles in popular TV shows. While she didn't receive royalties from Seinfeld like her co-stars, she negotiated higher salaries and earned recognition for her performance. Her role in Veep earned her six consecutive Emmy Awards, and her recent work in the MCU suggests her net worth could potentially exceed $1 billion in the future.

entertainment2 years ago

Samuel L. Jackson and Julia Louis-Dreyfus tease MCU showdown at Oscars.

Samuel L. Jackson revealed that Julia Louis-Dreyfus taunted him about her new Marvel Cinematic Universe character, Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, at the Oscars. Louis-Dreyfus has been popping up across the MCU, seemingly gathering her own team together for unknown purposes. Jackson's future in the MCU is unclear, but he is confirmed for "Secret Invasion" and "The Marvels." Whether or not Fury will actually meet Val remains unknown, but if and when they do, it may not be surprising to see them clash.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus pays tribute to James Gandolfini on 10th anniversary of his death.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus remembers James Gandolfini, who died of a heart attack 10 years ago, as a tender-hearted, vulnerable guy, unlike his ruthless character Tony Soprano. She worked with him in the 2013 film "Enough Said," where he played a soft-spoken single dad. Director Nicole Holofcener remembers Gandolfini's playful attitude on set and how he was charming, sexy, and sweet, despite feeling miscast. Gandolfini's son, Michael, played a younger version of Tony Soprano in 2021's "The Many Saints of Newark," and his performance was praised for its uncanny resemblance to his father.

entertainment2 years ago

Michaela Watkins' new film predicted to lead to a surge in divorces.

Michaela Watkins, star of the new rom-com "You Hurt My Feelings," says the film will cause "a lot of breaks-up and divorces" as it brings up couples' true feelings about their partners. The film, written and executive produced by Nicole Holofcener, stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as a writer who overhears her husband candidly criticizing her latest book. Watkins, who has been married to her husband for a decade, admits she likes to live in the delusion that her husband thinks she's awesome. The film also stars Arian Moayed, Amber Tamblyn, David Cross, Owen Teague, and Jeannie Berlin.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Talks Seinfeld, Publicist, and Annoying Habits While Sampling Hot Sauce

Julia Louis-Dreyfus revealed that the hardest part of filming Seinfeld was figuring out what to do in the apartment set. In contrast, her experience filming a scene for the upcoming Marvel film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, involved acting in front of green screens and CGI. Louis-Dreyfus noted that a real set gives performers something to act with, which makes all the difference.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Criticizes Women for Overdoing This Common Thing

Actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus thinks women apologize too much and often inappropriately. She shared this opinion on the interview series "Hot Ones" and believes that women should embrace the idea that "No" is a complete sentence. Studies have shown that women apologize more readily than men, but experts suggest that women use the term "I'm sorry" to show concern, empathy, and understanding. Louis-Dreyfus also appreciated the advice from her podcast guests to do things that frighten you.

entertainment2 years ago

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Shines in Eavesdropping Comedy 'You Hurt My Feelings'

A24's limited nationwide release of "You Hurt My Feelings" starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus is estimated to earn over $1.7 million during the four-day holiday weekend, exceeding expectations. The relationship comedy by writer-director Nicole Holofcener has a 95% critic certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and is performing well in regional arthouse theaters. The film follows a couple whose marriage starts to crack when the wife discovers her husband's less than candid opinion of her work.