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Sundance Honors Robert Redford as Beacon of Independent Cinema
film1 month ago

Sundance Honors Robert Redford as Beacon of Independent Cinema

At Sundance’s Celebrating Sundance Institute: A Tribute to Founder Robert Redford, peers celebrated his trailblazing role in independent cinema and environmentalism. Ethan Hawke recalled Redford’s mentorship and a career-affirming moment after auditioning for A River Runs Through It, while Woody Harrelson shared on-set memories from Indecent Proposal and praised Redford’s generosity and advocacy. Amy Redford called her father a beacon, and the ceremony included luminary and legacy awards that underscored Redford’s lasting impact on filmmakers and audiences.

Mark Ruffalo Rescued Woody Harrelson from Bar Fight During 'Now You See Me'
entertainment4 months ago

Mark Ruffalo Rescued Woody Harrelson from Bar Fight During 'Now You See Me'

Mark Ruffalo recounted an incident where he and Woody Harrelson got caught in a bar fight in New Orleans while filming 'Now You See Me,' highlighting Harrelson's quick temper and their chaotic night out, which Ruffalo helped defuse. The story adds to Harrelson's reputation as a whimsical yet unpredictable actor, and they are set to reunite for a third film in the series.

Woody Harrelson's Family Secrets: The Actor's Notorious Father Revealed as a Contract Killer
entertainment7 months ago

Woody Harrelson's Family Secrets: The Actor's Notorious Father Revealed as a Contract Killer

Fans of Woody Harrelson were shocked to learn that his father, Charles Voyde Harrelson, was a convicted hitman involved in organized crime, which was revealed through social media and added a new layer to his background, though Woody has stated he was raised by his mother and knew little of his father's criminal past.

entertainment8 months ago

Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson's Brothers Series Temporarily Paused

Production of Apple TV+'s untitled brothers comedy series starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson has been paused due to creative differences over the season's ending, with showrunner David West Read departing and veteran Lee Eisenberg in negotiations to take over for the final episodes and reshoots. The series, inspired by the real-life friendship of the stars, is set in Texas and explores their bond as their families live together.

tv9 months ago

True Detective Creator Hints at Possible Return for McConaughey and Harrelson

The creator of 'True Detective' has an idea for a new story that could bring back the beloved characters Rust Cohle and Marty Hart, played by Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, with both actors reportedly open to returning. The series' first season is highly regarded, and discussions about a potential revival are ongoing, though nothing has been confirmed yet.

"Emmys Producer Reveals Why Woody Harrelson Missed 'Cheers' Reunion"
entertainment2 years ago

"Emmys Producer Reveals Why Woody Harrelson Missed 'Cheers' Reunion"

Woody Harrelson was unable to participate in the Cheers reunion at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards due to his involvement in the play Ulster American on London's West End. The tribute featured Ted Danson, Kelsey Grammer, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger, and George Wendt, but logistical challenges prevented Harrelson's participation. The cast also paid tribute to the late Kirstie Alley, who was featured in the show's In Memoriam segment. Harrelson played the role of Woody Boyd on 200 episodes of Cheers and has since achieved success in major films, earning three Oscar nominations.

"Emmys 2024: Nostalgia, Absences, and Victories"
entertainment2 years ago

"Emmys 2024: Nostalgia, Absences, and Victories"

Woody Harrelson was absent from the "Cheers" reunion at the 2024 Emmys due to his commitment to a play in London's West End. The rest of the cast, including Ted Danson, Rhea Perlman, Kelsey Grammer, John Ratzenberger, and George Wendt, reunited on stage. Shelley Long, who played Diane Chambers, was also missing. This is not the first reunion for the cast, as they previously gathered at the ATX Television Festival. During a panel, it was revealed that the cast had a memorable experience with Harrelson, who almost wasn't cast for the show.

"Emmys 2024: Woody Harrelson's Absence and TV Show Reunions Recap"
entertainment2 years ago

"Emmys 2024: Woody Harrelson's Absence and TV Show Reunions Recap"

The cast of "Cheers" reunited at the Emmy Awards, but Woody Harrelson was notably absent due to his commitment to a play in London. The reunion also did not include Shelley Long, and the late Kirstie Alley was honored in the in memoriam segment. The show, which aired from 1982 to 1993, holds a special place in the hearts of its cast members, as evidenced by their emotional reflections during various reunions.

"Emmys Reunions and Nostalgia: A Look at Woody Harrelson's Absence and the Show's Evolution"
entertainment2 years ago

"Emmys Reunions and Nostalgia: A Look at Woody Harrelson's Absence and the Show's Evolution"

Woody Harrelson was unable to attend the "Cheers" reunion at the Emmy Awards due to his involvement in a play in London, as explained by executive producer Jesse Collins. The cast of "Cheers" gathered at the 75th annual awards ceremony to present an award, with notable absences including Harrelson, Shelley Long, and the late Kirstie Alley. The show, which aired from 1982 to 1993, was honored at the event, and last year, several cast members reunited at the ATX TV Festival to reminisce and honor Alley.

"Maury Povich's Surprising Offer: DNA Test for Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey"
entertainment2 years ago

"Maury Povich's Surprising Offer: DNA Test for Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey"

Talk show host Maury Povich has offered to come out of retirement to settle the potential kinship mystery between actors Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey. McConaughey revealed in April that he and Harrelson may be brothers, prompting Povich to suggest a primetime DNA test segment. The actors have been longtime friends and are set to co-star in an upcoming AppleTV+ series.

Maury Povich Offers DNA Test to Determine McConaughey-Harrelson Brotherhood
entertainment2 years ago

Maury Povich Offers DNA Test to Determine McConaughey-Harrelson Brotherhood

Maury Povich, the former host of "Maury," has offered to conduct a DNA test to determine if actors Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are half-brothers. Povich expressed his willingness to come out of retirement and even suggested a primetime show featuring the test. McConaughey, who has been questioning their relationship, responded positively to Povich's offer, while acknowledging his own reservations about potentially discovering his father may not be his biological father after 53 years.

"Controversial Photo of Woody Harrelson Sparks Outrage Among Liberals"
politics2 years ago

"Controversial Photo of Woody Harrelson Sparks Outrage Among Liberals"

Liberals on social media expressed anger and disappointment after a photo of actor Woody Harrelson wearing a hat in support of Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. surfaced online. Harrelson's endorsement of Kennedy, who has been critical of COVID-19 protocols and childhood vaccines, drew criticism from liberals who called him an "anti-science quack" and declared him "dead" to them. The photo was shared by Cheryl Hines, Kennedy's wife, on Instagram, and it sparked negative comments from liberal users on Twitter. Harrelson's previous controversial monologue on "Saturday Night Live" about COVID-19 also resurfaced in the backlash.