Will Ferrell says James Caan told him 'You’re not funny' onElfset

“Hes truly annoyed with me. Like, ‘Will this guy shut the f— up?'” James CaanthoughtWill Ferrellwas a cotton-headed ninny muggins while they were shootingElftogether. James Caan and Will Ferrell in ‘Elf’.New Line/ Everett “Wed be in between setups, he was like, ‘I dont get you. Youre not funny.’ And Im like, ‘I know! Will Ferrell and James Caan.James Devaney/WireImage Im not Robin Williams.’ Hes like, ‘People ask me, “Is he funny?...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Michael Lee

Will Ferrell, Dana Carvey, and moreSNLalums share theories on the death of 'More Cowbell' legend Gene Frenkle

(There is a certain poetry in a musician succumbing to the weight of an instrument.) “I’m guessing an accidental drug overdose,” he says somberly. Fred Armisen, who joined theSNLcast two years after “Cowbell,” suggests something more vague. Will Ferrell as Gene Frenkle in ‘Saturday Night Live’ sketch ‘More Cowbell’; Dana Carvey.Credit:NBC; Paul Morigi/Getty We did it,'" he says. “I’m gonna say natural causes!” “Bending over to pick up a penny in New York City....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Adam Thomas

Will Forte and John Cena's shelvedCoyote vs. Acmemovie will hit theaters after all

Ketchup Entertainment acquired worldwide rights for the live-action/animated hybrid Looney Tunes film. Warner Bros. Just like Wile E. Coyote, the previously-shelvedCoyote vs. Acmecan’t be killed. The company is planning a theatrical release for a to-be-determined date. Will Forte and Lana Condor in ‘Coyote vs. Acme’.Credit:Warner Bros. We believe it will resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers alike." Holiday Haunt, which wereabruptly pulled from WB’s release schedulefor tax write-downs in 2023....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Brian Lowery

Will Forte saysSNLboss Lorne Michaels gave him 'a little talking to' after third season: 'Set me straight'

“He said, ‘Get out of your writer brain.'” Rahav Segev/WireImage Will Forteis reflecting on making the jump from comedy writer toSaturday Night Livecast member. In your head, you’re kinda doing your own acting performance of it. Will Forte and Lorne Michaels at the Museum of the Moving Image’s honoring of Michaels and Stanley S. Hubbard on May 11, 2009 in New York City.Credit:Rahav Segev/WireImage Little did I know that I would get a chance to actually perform one day....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 224 words · Rita Clay

Will Forte thought he may never work again afterMacGrubermovie 's--- the bed' — then anSNLbuddy stepped in

“That meant a lot, and that gave me a little hope.” Fifteen seconds of fame, MacGruber? We’re proud of this thing. Greg Peters/Universal Eff it.'" Forte said he came to understand that it was time to depart from Studio 8H. “Over the next couple weeks, I just realized,” he explained. Will Forte at a screening of ‘Bodkin’ in May 2024.Presley Ann/Getty That’s just not gonna happen. So at some point, you’re gonna have to leave....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 229 words · Jessica Hawkins

Will Smith 'hated' Quincy Jones' originalFresh Princetheme song (and Jones agreed)

“Mine’s a piece of s—,” Smith recalls Jones saying. Despite this being Quincy Effing Jones, the mastermind behindThrillerand countless other masterworks, Smith “hated it.” So Smith turned to his longtime collaborator DJ Jazzy Jeff. ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’.NBC “I played it for him and he listened,” Smith recalled. “He said, ‘That’s good. Mine’s a piece of s—.'” Quincy Jones and Will Smith on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’.Ron Tom/NBCU Photo Bank...

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Pamela Carter

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence promiseBad Boys: Ride or Dieis 'what a summer movie is supposed to be'

Bad boys, bad boys, whatcha gonna do? Whatcha gonna do whenfatecomes for you? It is popcorn, but it’s definitely got some special sauce on it." Martin Lawrence and Will Smith in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’.Frank Masi/Sony “At this point in my life, I need the movies to be about something. Part of whyBad Boysworks for people is at the heart of it is friendship. At the heart of it is love....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 204 words · James Richardson

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reunite as fugitives in the explosiveBad Boys: Ride or Dietrailer

Mike and Marcus are back, and they don’t know a single Reba song. Will SmithandMartin Lawrenceare officially back in action. But this time with a twist: Miami’s finest are now on the run. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’.Frank Masi/Sony Unfortunately, his pitstop only leads to more trouble. Luckily, the titular bad boys know their way around a brawl. Want more movie news?

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Tiffany Phillips

Will Smith makes surprise appearance at Jada Pinkett Smith book event to support her amid separation news

“We have had a very, very long and tumultuous [relationship]. We call it ‘brutiful.’ It was brutal and beautiful at the same time.” Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards.Steve Granitz/Getty Images Pinkett Smith describes Trey as her “bonus son” inWorthy. During their discussion, Pinkett Smith seemed to affirm that she and her husband are no longer separated. “Will and me are good,” Pinkett Smith told Coates on stage....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 141 words · Brianna Doyle

Will Smith refused to have RuPaul cameo onThe Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, producer says

“I remember him saying that would be a really bad idea,” Simon said. “And I said, ‘No, listen, hear my story .'” He told Glassman that he believes Smith was worried about protecting his reputation. Will Smith and RuPaul.Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images; David Livingston/Getty Images “The reason he would say no is because of his image. The End,” Simon said. Representatives for Smith didn’t immediately respond to EW’s request for comment Tuesday....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Dawn Campbell

Will Smith says late 'father figure' Quincy Jones changed his life 'forever' withFresh Princein Grammys tribute

“You probably wouldn’t even know who Will Smith was if it wasn’t for Quincy Jones.” The tribute marks one of Smith’s first appearances at an awards show since the2022 Oscars slap. You probably wouldn’t even know who Will Smith was if it wasnt for Quincy Jones." Will Smith with Herbie Hancock at the 2025 Grammys.Credit:VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty “Quincy Jones was a mentor, a friend, a father figure. I wanna share a little story about Quincy,” he said....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 195 words · Chris Lawson Jr.

Will Smith will appear with Andrea Bocelli at singer’s 30th anniversary concert

Lets hope they perform Wild Wild West together. Andrea Bocelli will soon get jiggy wit it. Will Smithhas joined the lineup ofAndrea Bocelli 30: The Celebrationin Tuscany. Will Smith and Andrea Bocelli.David Livingston/Getty Images; Roberto Ricciuti/Redferns/Getty His doc capturing the performances is set to hit theaters in the fall through Fathom Events. Bocelli also announced a new collaborative album,Duets, on Friday. Smiths musical ventures have been few and far between since his movie stardom solidified in the early 2000s....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 79 words · Lisa Lewis

Will Smith wins Emmy, jokes about not beingthatWill Smith: 'Despite my name, I come in peace'

Will Smith took home a trophy at the2024 Emmys but it’s not theWill Smithyou’re thinking of. “First of all, relax,” Smith said. “Despite my name, I come in peace.” Will Smith winning an Emmy for Slow Horses.ABC That unexpected stint landed theotherSmith a10-year banfrom the Oscars. (No word on whether the other Will Smith is welcome at the Emmys, though.) Smith used the rest of his time to thank his collaborators and family for their support....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Dustin Walker