Julia Roberts quitShakespeare in Loveafter disastrous chemistry reads, says producer

To be or not to be inShakespeare in Love, that was the question forJulia Roberts. “I’m not suggesting she was deliberately sabotaging, but it was a disaster nonetheless. After he was gone, I turned to Julia, awaiting her reaction. Julia Roberts; Gwyneth Paltrow in ‘Shakespeare in Love’.Presley Ann/Getty Images; Everett Collection ‘He isn’t funny’ is all she said.” The following two weeks of casting went “just as badly,” Zwick continues....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Nicole Jones

Julia Roberts thinks Dorit'sPretty Woman-inspired anniversary gift onRHOBHwas 'very strange'

The Oscar-winner had ‘blocked it out’ until Andy Cohen asked her about P.K. Kemsley’s cinematic surprise for his wife. But even she didn’t know what to make of P.K. Julia Roberts in ‘Pretty Woman,’ Dorit Kemsley on ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’.Everett Collection;Casey Durkin/Bravo Kemsley’s anniversary surprise to his wife Dorit on this season ofThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. “It…it was very strange, wasn’t it?” After last season’s break-in onRHBOH, Dorit is still recovering from the resulting PTSD, so P....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · Jenna Phillips

Julianne Hough opens up about split from Ryan Seacrest: 'I definitely was in full self-preservation mode'

Julianne Houghis looking back at her three-year-long relationship withRyan Seacrest. And so I then started playing smaller. So, she pivoted to be what he needed. Julianne Hough and Ryan Seacrest.Kevin Mazur/WireImage I, again, overcompensated, she explained. And so let me be what that needs to be so that I can be loved. And then because I’m so filled with love from someone, of course I love you. I’ve been in love with everybody I’ve ever dated, but have I?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 169 words · Kathy Nelson

Julianne Hough says Cher made her cry (happy tears) in a bathroom stall while filmingBurlesque

“That feeling of feeling seen and known by Cher. She made me feel so good that it made me cry.” Julianne Houghhas fond memories of filmingBurlesquewithCher including the time she spent sobbing in a bathroom stall. Julianne Hough and Cher.Getty(2) Unfortunately, she was running low on tears. You are so amazing. It was very sweet. Julianne Hough in ‘Burlesque’.Everett Want more movie news? “Cher definitely felt like my mama bear during shooting, she said....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Michael Cochran

Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton probe friendship and death in pensiveThe Room Next Door

The film, adapted from a Sigrid Nunez novel, marks Pedro Almodovar’s English language debut. There are lots of ways to live inside a tragedy. Ingrid cannot fathom how Martha could make this choice or how she could be so casual about it. Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore in ‘The Room Next Door’.Courtesy of TIFF How one sees these moments will probably depend on one’s level of comfort with death. My own existential crisis rose to the surface alongside Ingrids as she struggled to understand Martha’s decision....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Penny Cook

Julianne Moore says mimicking Sarah Palin's accent inGame Changealmost killed her

“I took all the music off my phone and just listened to her voice constantly. The thing that was really, really hard was Sarah Palins voice. That almost killed me, Moore answered. Julianne Moore as Sarah Palin in ‘Game Change’.Phillip V. Caruso/HBO I listened to nothing else for months on end. I took all the music off my phone and just listened to her voice constantly. The 2012 political drama also starredWoody Harrelson,Sarah Paulson,Ron Livingston, and more....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Deborah Chandler

Julianne Moore watched a stranger give birth to prep forNine Months

The Oscar winner plays a pregnant woman in the 1995 rom-com opposite Hugh Grant. Julianne Moorewatched a stranger give birth to prepare for her role inChris Columbus' 1995 rom-comNine Months. “I actually watched a live birth,” Moore said. Julianne Moore and Hugh Grant in ‘Nine Months’.Everett Collection “Someone let me watch her give birth!” “Did you know the person?” “Not well, no,” Moore replied. “She was so nice. The production found her and she agreed to talk to me about being pregnant and what it was like....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Kathleen Morales

Julie Bowen reflects on supporting Sarah Hyland during a past abusive relationship: 'I look at them all like my kids'

The two played mother and daughter on the hit sitcom “Modern Family.” Modern FamilyalumJulie Bowenstill feels very maternal toward her TV children. The actress, 54, responded to headlines about supporting former costarSarah Hylandduring a past abusive relationship. Julie Bowen and Sarah Hyland.Kevin Mazur/WireImage “That’s very sweet of her,” Bowen responded. Bosstick said, “You were, it sounds like, a mother to her.” I was a responsible adult that happened to be around at the right time," Bowen said....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 195 words · Becky Wiggins

Julie Bowen says being 'pit against'Modern Familycostar Sofía Vergara by press was 'really disappointing'

Julie Bowenis opening up about the press’s poor treatment of herself and herModern FamilycostarSofia Vergara. because we’re friends." In her best Vergara impression, Bowen quoted, “‘Just borrow my blouse!'” Julie Bowen and Sofia Vergara in “Modern Family.".Danny Feld/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty And so she did. As Bowen explained to Garth, the “feud” between the two stars had been entirely fabricated. Reps for Bowen and Vergara did not immediately respond toEntertainment Weekly’s request for comment....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · James Brennan

Julie Chen Moonves claims leavingThe Talkin 2018 wasn't her decision: 'I felt stabbed in the back'

Julie Chen MoonvesleftThe Talkin late 2018 after nearly a decade of moderating the CBS talk show. “I felt stabbed in the back. CBS representatives did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment. Julie Chen Moonves attends the Academy Awards in February 2017.Mike Nelson/EPA/Shutterstock As the title ofBut First, Godsuggests, Chen Moonves has been on a spiritual journey since 2018. “I know my husband. I know my husband.”

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Todd Haynes

Julie Chen Moonves misses theBig Brotherkey wheel, too

“The suspense was amazing!” says the Big Brother host of the old-school nominations ceremony accessory. Eight years ago,Big Brothermade a terrible mistake. The tiny nomination boxes make their debut on ‘Big Brother.'.CBS It was the first nomination of season 16. The real problem was revealed when it came time for Caleb and Frankie to make their first nominations. As soon as they walked up to the dining room table, die-hardBig Brotherfans knew something was wrong....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · William Jackson

Julie Chen Moonves reacts to Cameron reentering theBig Brothergame and Jared's exit

The host says she is rooting for Cirie moving forward. Each week,Big BrotherhostJulie Chen Moonveswill weigh in on the latest events in the house. JULIE CHEN MOONVES: Smart. Julie Chen Moonves on ‘Big Brother’ season 25.CBS But also pretty confident of him! He’s always one step ahead and covering all his bases. He’s got a good shot at taking this all the way! Cameron Hardin on ‘Big Brother’ season 25.CBS...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 183 words · Eric Hartman

Julie Chen Moonves reacts to that surpriseBig BrotherHead of Household

Yes, Bowie Jane! Each week,Big BrotherhostJulie Chen Moonveswill weigh in on the latest events in the house. (Also read or watch ourexit interview with Mecole Hayes.) Julie Chen Moonves on season 25 of ‘Big Brother’.Sonja Flemming/CBS JULIE CHEN MOONVES:It was a big, bold move and I liked it. She spoke the truth and was fighting for her BB life. She had nothing to lose, and guess what? Felicia Cannon and Mecole Hayes on season 25 of ‘Big Brother’....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 203 words · Sarah Nelson