While the search goes on for the next 007, Liam Neeson has revealed that the role of James Bond was once his for the taking – except his partner had other ideas.
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SZA once turned down an offer to take part in Carpool Karaoke because she was “too scared”, the singer has revealed.Carpool Karaoke sees James Corden drive celebrities around a location, typically LA, while interviewing them and having them sing along to their own – and other people’s – songs.Although it started and has continued as a segment on Corden’s The Late Late Show, in 2017, Apple launched a spin-off series with the host. It is unclear which version SZA was invited to appear on.Speaking to Alternative Press, SZA said she had rejected the offer years back because she was too “scared of being on camera, looking bad, sounding bad and being perceived”.
She has since come to regret that decision and said she was more open to it now.“I really have to remind myself this is my moment in the sun, and I have to take every opportunity because this shit may never happen again,” she said.SZA released her long-awaited second album ‘SOS’ in December 2022, five years after her critically acclaimed debut ‘CTRL’. The new record has now spent 10 weeks at the top of the Billboard 200, making the star the first female artist to spend so long at the chart’s summit since Adele’s ’25’ in 2015.Last month, it was announced that a deluxe edition of ‘SOS’ is set to be released and will feature 10 previously unheard songs.
A release date for the expanded version is yet to be announced.In a five-star review of ‘SOS’, NME said: “Five years ago, SZA was heralded for redefining R&B with her eclectic influences and ‘SOS’ takes that range even further. As well as grunge, pop-punk and acoustic guitars, it slinks through rumbling, dirty bass (‘Low’), soulful, classic ballads (‘Gone Girl’), chipmunk soul (‘Smoking On My Ex Pack’), and much more.“In
.While the search goes on for the next 007, Liam Neeson has revealed that the role of James Bond was once his for the taking – except his partner had other ideas.
Ghost shirts, which are sacred to certain Indigenous communities, were thought to guard the wearer against bullets through spiritual power. This precious heirloom is at the center of Tony Tost’s directorial debut film at SXSW, Americana. This western dramedy has some tricks up its sleeve, thanks to the brilliant writing and the script’s comedic timing. It boasts a big cast of actors including Sydney Sweeney, Halsey, Paul Walter Hauser, Zahn McClarnon, Simon Rex, Eric Dane and Gavin Maddox Bergman.
Taron Egerton recently voiced his interest in starring in something “Star Wars” related despite turning down the role of Han Solo.
Bad Bunny may have just secured his position as the top Arianator. The music megastar made his "Carpool Karaoke«debut on Tuesday night's , and not only did he sing some of his hits, but he also showed his passion for pop music with a rousing rendition of Ariana Grande's „Break Free.“»I think this is the English song that I most know, the lyrics.
A planning inspector has thrown out a bid to build 72 new homes near the centre of Ramsbottom. Last year, Bury Council’s planning committee rejected Eccleston Homes’ plans for the new estate at the ‘gateway’ Mondi Mill site on Bridge Street.
Rumor has it that several big names have turned down the chance to perform at King Charles‘ coronation during a special concert held on May 7, 2023 and for the actual event on May 6, 2023.
Wednesday star Jenna Ortega has revealed that she turned down the hit role “a couple” of times before accepting.Ortega plays lead character Wednesday Addams in the hit 2022 Netflix TV show from Tim Burton, but has revealed that it wasn’t an easy decision.Speaking to The Sunday Times, Ortega said she wanted to steer clear of the role initially because she’s “done so much TV in my life” and “all I’ve ever wanted to do is film.”that, when she was initially approached via email about playing Wednesday Addams in the show, she turned it down. “I got the email, passed on it,” she revealed, detailing how even after she met with Burton to discuss the role, she still said no “a couple times” more.
Grace Van Dien revealed she is taking a break from acting after dealing with sexual harassment on a movie set.
Ellise Shafer “Stranger Things” breakout Grace Van Dien is opening up about a bad experience on a recent movie set that is causing her to be more selective with her acting projects. In a Twitch stream on Tuesday, Van Dien — who played Chrissy Cunningham on the most recent season of “Stranger Things” — revealed that she has turned down four movie roles in the last two and a half weeks and will be focusing more of her time on streaming. “Here’s the thing, I have seen that some people are upset with me for turning down acting projects and deciding to stream more, but the fact of the matter is the last few projects I’ve worked on I didn’t have the best experiences with some of the people I had to work for,” Van Dien said.
Jamie Lee Curtis is not afraid of speaking her truth – especially when it comes to her bedtime.
Comedy is what we need right now, says Nicholas Hytner (The History Boys, The Madness of King George), who ran London’s National Theatre for a decade.
performing at last year’s Super Bowl halftime show souped up her already legendary career to new heights.“It was a straight peak,” Blige — rocking a green and white Versace catsuit — told The Post at Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club in Manhattan. “The Super Bowl just took me to another level, you know, where people that I never thought would be looking at me are watching me.
SZA is having a major moment right now!
Are you a fan of The Office? Did you know that Steve Carell almost didn’t play the iconic role of Michael Scott?
King Charles‘ coronation date is looming, but according to reports he is still trying to nail down the musical talent that will entertain guests during the weekend-long celebration.
A big “Mean Girls” reunion is in doubt.
Just For Variety podcast. "Can you believe that? How off the wall is that? How crazy is that? Jeffrey Katzenberg called me every day, 'Please, please.' I stood my ground because I really was afraid of the costume. Isn't that amazing? I can wear anything but a nun's habit?"In the end, the iconic role went to Whoopi Goldberg, and "Sister Act" became a massive hit that also spawned sequels. "Whoopi wore [the outfit] all the way to the bank, so God bless her.
Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle Editor Welcome to this week’s “Just for Variety.” Bette Midler had her first professional wardrobe fitting when she made her Broadway debut in 1967 playing Tzeitel in “Fiddler on the Roof.” “I remember the clothes had layers and layers so that they had weight and so they moved when you danced,” the two-time Oscar nominee recalls on this week’s episode of the “Just for Variety” podcast. “They would curl themselves around your feet. It was so beautiful.” Since then, Midler has been transformed on stage and screen by countless costumes. “I’ve worn them all,” she says. “I have been an old lady, a young lady, a witch, a mermaid, a showgirl, a stripper, a bad lounge singer. I’ve run the gamut. And I have to say, it’s been a blast.”
Liam Neeson is opening up about his incredible career.
King Charles III won’t be getting everything he wished for at his coronation!