12 Actors Who Almost Passed On Their Most Iconic Roles & What Changed Their Minds (There's 2 Marvel Actors & 1 Oscar-Winning Role On the List!)

The 2024 Oscars are set to be the raciest yet, with 'romance on the big screen' making a comeback. This year's contenders for the golden statue are some of the most daring we've seen, according to film buffs.The 96th Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, will light up our screens on Sunday night.The star-studded event will take place at the Dolly Theatre in Hollywood, with funnyman Jimmy Kimmel playing host.The show celebrates the best films and stars from 2023, but this year, things have heated up a bit. One film that's caught the attention is Poor Things.

Dune: Part Two and No Time To Die star, who was born and raised in Paris, made the comments in a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar UK about the differences working on each side of the Atlantic.“The industry in America, I find it harsh on women,” she said. “It’s hard for women to age. I don’t want to be afraid not to be desirable or to lose my contract.

Kirsten Dunst is looking back at her time on the Spider-Man set, wishing she would’ve stood up for herself.

We’re celebrating the biggest names in Hollywood who have reached EGOT status!

Lots of your favorite actors are part of acting dynasties in Hollywood and you probably had no idea that some of them are the children of famous stars!

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large It’s become an Oscars tradition for Kelly Ripa: The “Live With Kelly & Mark” host is positioned back stage to grab the very first interview with a newly minted winner. Every year, those winners are so wrapped up in the moment that they excitedly invite Ripa to appear in their next project or join in on their next vacation. And then they don’t follow through.

Jaden Thompson Indigenous stories aren’t always told with the care, nuance and authenticity they deserve in Hollywood, and, more often than not, their stories aren’t told at all. While “Killers of the Flower Moon” has certainly prompted discourse within indigenous communities about who should tell what stories, the Osage Nation Congress has unanimously endorsed the creative contributions that Lily Gladstone and Scott George made to the film. The tribal governing body recently passed bills expressing support for their roles in Martin Scorsese’s historical epic.

For over two decades, Channel 4's hit show A Place In The Sun has been transforming dreams into reality for countless Britons seeking their perfect overseas abode. From sun-soaked shores to majestic mountains, the show has ventured far and wide to match eager buyers with their ultimate sanctuary.

Austin Butler landed a highly coveted role in Hollywood when he was cast to bring Elvis Presley to life in Baz Luhrmann‘s biopic Elvis, and he faced stiff competition to book the Oscar-nominated role.

Nope, Stephen Amell and Robbie Amell are NOT brothers!

Coronation Street actor Will Mellor has opened up about a one-night stand with Hollywood star Brigitte Nielsen, claiming she treated him like a "piece of meat".

It’s hard to think of many shows that have inspired the same level of fandom as Supernatural.

Robert Pattinson landed a star-making role playing Edward Cullen in the Twilight franchise. However, he almost wasn’t cast over concerns he wasn’t attractive enough for the part.

Angelique Jackson A new study indicates that the tenets that contributed to “Barbie’s” $1.4 billion box office success and pop culture dominance — namely featuring a female-led ensemble — was the exception rather than the rule in Hollywood this year. Outside of Barbieland and a handful of other movies that were fronted by female characters, there was decreasing opportunity for women in film in 2023.

For these Hollywood elites, an Ivy League education was just a stepping stone to their successful career paths. The actors in this roundup attended Columbia University in New York City. Some A-listers on this list graduated from the private school, while others enrolled for a time before dropping out to fully pursue a career in acting.

Kate Winslet is getting candid about her curves!

Charles D. King made history tonight, becoming the first African American producer to accept the PGA Milestone Award.

one of the fittest guys about to turn 60 (next month) in Hollywood, fit enough that it’s almost frustrating, and maybe you’d like to sock him one, except your fists would probably just boomerang back and you’d wind up hitting yourself in the face. (Sorry, is this thing on?)In a new interview with EatingWell, the ‘Parks & Recreation’ actor, 59 — who’s also been a spokesperson for Atkins for many years — revealed just a smidgen of stars, they’re just like the rest of us humanity, admitting rather openly that his weekday lunch regimen includes trips to not one, but two of the West Coast’s favorite fast food joints, while (of course!) skipping most of the carbs that trip up the average diner.“I’m a creature of habit. I have meals that I cycle through that I love.

Mark Consuelos and Kelly Ripa have been married for 28 years and are proof that you don’t have to have a big wedding to have a successful marriage. They are one of the strongest couples in Hollywood, and they said “I do” in a good old-fashioned Las Vegas elopement at the Chapel of the Bells.Omg. Here it is.

Sofia Vergara became one of the most famous faces in Hollywood following her successful career in the entertainment business and playing the beloved character of Gloria Delgado-Pritchett in the fan-favorite series ‘Modern Family’ for 11 seasons.Sofia Vergara discusses her preparation for ‘Griselda’ in hilarious interviewJoe Manganiello shares first photo with girlfriend Caitlin O’ConnorSofia Vergara introduces new boyfriend to family and friendsThe cast of the show is known for always keeping in touch, as it was revealed by the actress, who talked about their group chat and words of encouragement while promoting her latest Netflix series ‘Griselda.’ Sofia explained that the cast of the show try to keep in contact and reunite when they get a chance.Sofia revealed to Andy Cohen during her latest appearance on WWHL that the only cast member who gets left behind on the group chat is her on-screen husband Jay Pritchett, played by Ed O’Neill. “He doesn’t really do it the right way,” Sofia laughed. “He’ll answer us 26 weeks later, some joke or some question.