Game of Thrones alumna Lena Headey has been tapped to headline Kurt Sutter’s Western action drama series The Abandons at Netflix.
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saying in a statement that Topol was a “gifted actor who conquered many stages in Israel and overseas, filled the cinema screens with his presence and especially entered deep into our hearts.”Though Topal was best known for “Fiddler,” over his decades-long career he also starred in a range of films that have become recognized as classics. Among them, he portrayed mad scientist Hans Zarkov in director Mike Hodges’ “Flash Gordon” (1980), and the smuggler-turned-hero Milos Columbo in the 1981 James Bond film “For Your Eyes Only.”Topal was born in Tel Aviv, then part of British Mandate Palestine, in 1935.
He first developed an interest in acting as a young child but it wasn’t until his mandatory enlistment in the Israeli Defense Force that he began performing as part of the service’s entertainment division. Following his military service — which included active duty during the Suez Crisis in 1956 — he began working in mostly local theater.
His career took off in the 1960s, first in Israeli cinema before making his English language movie debut in the 1965 Kirk Douglas film “Cast a Giant Shadow.”He landed his career-defining role of Teyve the milkman in 1966, starring in the Israeli production of the hit play. He was soon cast in the West End production, and eventually appeared in more than 400 performances.
Director Norman Jewison cast Topol as the lead in his film adaptation of “Fiddler after seeing one of these performances,” choosing the 36-year-old over several major stars including Zero Mostel, who originated the part on Broadway. More to come…
.Game of Thrones alumna Lena Headey has been tapped to headline Kurt Sutter’s Western action drama series The Abandons at Netflix.
Teeside Live. Following her diagnosis three years ago, Fiona underwent chemotherapy and radiotherapy, which she thought had been successful until 12 weeks after. She then went for a CT scan to be given the heartbreaking news that her cancer had spread to her tongue.
TikTok star Fiona Jane Lagan has died from throat cancer.The social media star, who went by the name FeeFeeJane online, was diagnosed three years ago and lost her battle to the cruel illness on Monday, 20 March. Her mother, Jan Lagan, has confirmed the sad news of her passing and said Fiona, 44, died in her home surrounded by her family. “She was like Wonder Woman.
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Ahmed Best is getting a shot at redemption by returning to the Star Wars universe as a Jedi in The Mandalorian.
It's an exciting time for Kelly Ripa as not only has husband Mark Consuelos joined her on Live, but she has also launched her own podcast, Let's Talk Off-Camera with Kelly Ripa.The first episode of her latest venture dropped on Wednesday, and the popular host ended up chatting with her beloved as they opened up the lid on their nearly 30-year relationship. The synopsis for the episode reads: "Mark and I take an intimate look into our marriage since we are ripe for a 'Gray Divorce'."And, I learn a valuable lesson when our very own marriage counselor joins the conversation."WATCH: Mark Consuelos makes his debut as Live! hostAt the time of her announcement, Kelly said: "After 23 years of interviewing celebrities, authors, musicians and experts on live TV, the big takeaway is that the most compelling and unfiltered conversations happen off camera," Kelly said in a statement.Eager to have yet another platform through which she can take her journalistic and hosting expertise to another level, she explained: "I have dreamed of a platform where I can have these honest talks without all the fuss and filter of a camera."READ: Kelly Ripa's daughter Lola's honest confession about relationship with famous parents might surprise youThe host added: "Now SiriusXM has made my dream a reality with a podcast featuring friends, both old and new, discussing a variety of topics we all face in life, while getting deep with some experts' views and advice along the way.
TikTok star has passed away at the age of 30. Jehane Thomas's friends told how the mum, from Doncaster, was suffering from 'bouts of illness' and migraines before her death. Jehane gained a large following on the social media platform, sharing herself packing lunches and making dinner for her two sons, aged three and one.
Elle Mulvaney is facing the toughest storyline of her career as her Coronation Street character Amy Barlow goes through a rape ordeal, but the young actress says her new boyfriend is her rock as she tackles the harrowing scenes. It’s a lot for even the most experienced star to play, as Amy wakes up to discover her best friend’s boyfriend Aaron (played by James Craven) has raped her after she passed out drunk. So the support of her boyfriend, ex-Corrie star Liam Scholes, 19, means everything to Elle, 20.
How could a trip to the motherland go so hilariously, disastrously wrong? The quartet at the heart of Adele Lim’s “Joy Ride” – Ashley Park, Sherry Cola, Stephanie Hsu and Sabrina Wu – have no idea what they’re in for at the top of the trailer, which Lionsgate released Friday ahead of the film’s premiere at SXSW.The trailer begins with the origin story of Audrey (Park) and Lolo’s (Cola) friendship, when they meet at a park as young kids. Lolo punches a white boy in the throat after he calls Audrey a racist slur, sealing the deal on their lifelong friendship.
Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief The recent reopening of the mainland Chinese box office, including a $1 billion Chinese New Year holiday season, has put a different complexion on the global theatrical industry. Few companies could be closer to that change in fortune than Imax China, a stock market-listed subsidiary of the Imax Corp. The company operates as both a supplier of screens, audio and projection equipment for premium cinemas and as a partner in making local Chinese films fit for exhibition in the giant format. During Chinese New Year, Imax was represented by “Avatar: The Way of Water” and four Chinese movies. Daniel Manwaring, CEO of Imax China, spoke to Variety in his first interview since taking on the top job in January.
“Masked Singer” host did not attend the 95th Academy Awards on Sunday night but gave TMZ his feedback on Kimmel’s opening monologue, which included a joke about him and his12 offspring. “Disney spent $2 billion on this movie, and just to break even, all of Nick Cannon’s kids had to see ‘Avatar’ four times,” Kimmel, 55, joked about theOscar-winning“Avatar: The Way of Water.”“It’s hilarious,” Cannon told the outlet while leaving the Avra Beverly Hills restaurant.“I created ‘Wild ‘n Out,'” he added about his longtime improv, comedy TV series.
Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Drive My Car was awarded with best feature at the Asian Film Awards (March 12), along with prizes for best editing and best original music. The multiple award winning Japanese drama premiered at Cannes film festival in 2021 and also won the Oscar for Best International Feature last year.
EXCLUSIVE: Drift director Anthony Chen is gearing up to direct his first US-set project, Heartbeat: A New York Story, about the rarely-told experiences of the Asian gay community during the AIDS epidemic in 1980s New York.
Israeli actor Chaim Topol, known for his iconic role of Tevye in the film "Fiddler on the Roof," has died at the age of 87. A cause of death was not revealed, however his son told the Israeli press last year that his father was suffering from Alzheimer's disease. Raised in Tel Aviv and revered as a top actor in his native land, Topol appeared in over 30 movies across Israel and the United States.
Chaim Topol, a leading Israeli actor who charmed generations of theatergoers and movie-watchers with his portrayal of Tevye, the long-suffering and charismatic milkman in “Fiddler on the Roof,” has died in Tel Aviv, Israeli leaders said Thursday. He was 87.
Flash Gordon and James Bond star Chaim Topol has died at the age of 87, Israel’s president has now confirmed, with fans taking to social media to remember the star.The Israeli actor was best known for his portrayal of Tevye in the 1971 musical Fiddler On The Roof alongside acting legends like Rosalind Harris, Norma Crane and Leonard Frey. Chaim's death was confirmed in a statement shared on Twitter by president Isaac Herzog on Wednesday, in which he paid tribute to Topol as “one of the giants of Israeli culture.” Herzog described Chaim as “a gifted actor who conquered many stages in Israel and overseas, filled the cinema screens with his presence and above all entered deep into our hearts”.
Herzog said. “A gifted actor who conquered many stages in Israel and overseas, filled the cinema screens with his presence and above all entered deep into our hearts.”“Topol was one of the giants of Israeli culture and he will be greatly missed. Condolences to his dear family and all his loved ones,” he added.Alzheimer’s was given as the cause, according to reports.
Carmel Dagan Chaim Topol, who became professionally known solely by his last name in a career that included starring in “Fiddler on the Roof” on stage and screen and co-starring in the James Bond movie “For Your Eyes Only” and the sci-fi film “Flash Gordon,” died Thursday in Tel Aviv after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 87 years old.Topol’s death was confirmed by Israel’s president Isaac Herzog, who described him as a “gifted actor who conquered many stages in Israel and overseas, filled the cinema screens with his presence and especially entered deep into our hearts.” Topol began his long association with the starring role of Tevye the milkman in the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” in 1967, appearing in the West End production, which ran for 2,030 performances. He starred in Norman Jewison’s 1971 film version, which carried a budget estimated at $9 million and garnered a domestic gross of $80 million. The movie was nominated for eight Oscars, including best picture and best actor for Topol. It won for cinematography, sound and music.
Chaim Topol, an Israeli actor best known for his role as Tevye in the film version of Fiddler on the Roof, died Thursday at age 87 in Tel Aviv after a multi-year battle with Alzheimer’s.