Celebrities - Page 9
Jack O’Connell’s Unplayed Role: The Shaun Ryder Biopic That Never Was
Jack O’Connell, famed for his gritty performances and turbulent youth, was set to play Shaun Ryder in a biopic that stalled in 2024. He calls Ryder a working-class hero and boasts a career full of acclaimed roles.
January 9, 2026 12:34 pm
Kathryn Bigelow on Hitchcock: The Director Who Shaped Her Vision
Kathryn Bigelow, acclaimed for her nuanced approach to action cinema, opens up about her deep respect for Alfred Hitchcock and the challenge of picking just one favourite from his iconic filmography.
January 9, 2026 11:55 am
Imelda Staunton on Playing Her Most Hated Role
Imelda Staunton opens up about the character she found most difficult to portray, revealing the real-life inspiration behind one of cinema’s most notorious villains.
January 9, 2026 10:26 am
Laura Dern Slams ‘Nepo Baby’ Tag, Defends Her Hollywood Upbringing
Laura Dern challenges the 'nepo baby' label, reflecting on her family's legacy in film and the impact of social media on the debate.
January 8, 2026 10:22 pm
Zoe Saldaña on the Women Who Lit Her Path to Stardom
Zoe Saldaña shares how two legendary female action heroes inspired her journey to the top of Hollywood, reflecting on her blockbuster roles and the challenges she’s faced along the way.
January 8, 2026 10:14 pm
Why Paul Newman Was Sidelined from a Landmark Oscar Film
Paul Newman was set to star in a major 1970s film, but a director’s bold casting choice changed Hollywood history and led to a record-breaking Oscar win.
January 8, 2026 8:44 pm
John Travolta’s Unfulfilled Dream: Becoming a Bond Villain
John Travolta once confessed his desire to play a Bond villain, seeing it as the only role that could tempt him back to the dark side. Yet, the opportunity never came his way.
January 8, 2026 8:18 pm
When the Coen Brothers Nearly Joined Ocean’s Eleven
Steven Soderbergh once considered casting the Coen brothers in Ocean’s Eleven, a move that would have marked their first real acting roles. Here’s how close it came to happening.
January 8, 2026 7:53 pm