All articles tagged with #movie star
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Deadline
The film 'Jay Kelly,' directed by Noah Baumbach and starring George Clooney, explores the identity crisis of a Hollywood star through a smart, perceptive character study, blending comedy and drama, and delving into themes of fame, self-discovery, and personal authenticity, with strong performances and cinematic visuals.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
The Oscars are finally recognizing Tom Cruise with an honorary Oscar after decades of being overlooked, highlighting his enduring box office success and acting talent, despite previous snubs from the Academy. The move underscores Cruise's significant impact on Hollywood and the changing dynamics of award recognition.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Jonathan Majors, a rising movie star, was sentenced to 52 weeks of domestic violence programming after being found guilty of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend. The conviction has had a significant impact on his career, with Marvel Studios ending their relationship with him and a movie in which he starred being shelved. Two other women have also come forward with allegations of abuse against him.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Before becoming famous for his role in the Fast & Furious franchise, Vin Diesel was known for his break dancing skills in the Eighties. Resurfaced videos show a young, unrecognizable Diesel teaching break dancing moves. He has spoken about his past as a break dancer on various talk shows and made his stage debut at age seven. Diesel rose to fame after appearing in Steven Spielberg's Saving Private Ryan and has since become one of the world's highest-grossing actors, with roles in various films and voice work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Adam Driver gracefully responded to a question about his physical appearance during an interview with Chris Wallace, where the host suggested that Driver doesn't look like a typical movie star. Driver acknowledged that he looks how he looks and can't change that, but emphasized that he has been able to work consistently with people he admires. He humorously addressed the idea of his appearance being a hindrance and expressed acceptance of his unique look. The interview question received criticism on social media for being rude and insensitive.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Chris Wallace faced backlash from fans of actor Adam Driver after telling him in an interview that he didn't "look like the typical movie star." Driver responded by saying he can't change how he looks and that it may have actually helped his career. Fans took to social media to criticize Wallace's audacity, with some calling him a "scumbag." This comes after Driver recently made headlines for responding with "f*** you" to an audience member who criticized the crash scenes in his latest film.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Rainn Wilson, known for his role as Dwight Schrute on The Office, revealed in a recent interview that he felt frustrated and mostly unhappy during the show's run because he wanted to be a movie star like his co-star Steve Carell. Wilson expressed his desire for a movie career and a development deal, feeling that being a TV star was not enough. Despite the show's popularity, Wilson's frustrations persisted as he compared his career to Carell's success in transitioning to leading roles in movies.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Rainn Wilson, known for his role as Dwight Schrute on "The Office," revealed in an interview that he spent "several years" on the show feeling unhappy because he wanted to become a movie star and earn millions of dollars. Despite the success and acclaim of the sitcom, Wilson felt unsatisfied and constantly compared himself to actors like Jack Black and Will Ferrell. He also shared his idea for a pandemic episode of "The Office," where Dwight would recruit the staff to return to work in an obscure and inappropriate manner.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NME
Rainn Wilson, known for his role as Dwight in The Office, revealed in a recent interview that he was "mostly unhappy" during his time on the show, despite its popularity. Wilson expressed his desire for a movie career and feeling unsatisfied with his TV success. He also discussed wanting to be remembered for roles other than Dwight, citing his favorite role in the movie Super as a standout performance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TheWrap
Rainn Wilson, known for his role as Dwight Schrute in "The Office," revealed in an interview on Bill Maher's "Club Random" podcast that he spent years feeling unhappy during the show's run because he wanted to be a movie star and felt his career was stalling. Despite being on a hit TV show and working with talented individuals, Wilson longed for bigger opportunities and a movie career. He now acknowledges his fortune but expressed his previous dissatisfaction with his career trajectory.