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Screenwriter and director Richard Curtis has a few regrets when it comes to the jokes in several of his films — especially the fat-shaming ones made in the 2003 romantic comedy Love Actually.

Richard Curtis is looking back at his early films like Bridget Jones’s Diary, Notting Hill and Love Actually and regretting he was not “ahead of the curve” in terms of the jokes and portrayal of women.

Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham literature festival and they looked back on the hit romance flicks.Curtis expressed remorse for his fat jokes, saying: “I remember how shocked I was five years ago when Scarlett said to me: ‘You can never use the word ‘fat’ again.’“Wow, you were right. In my generation, calling someone chubby [was funny] – in ‘Love Actually,’ there were jokes about that.

Bridget Jones’s Diary and Love Actually.The director and screenwriter expressed regret over decisions in his previous films during an appearance at The Times and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival where he was interviewed by his daughter Scarlett.During the interview Scarlett raised that there had been “growing criticism around the ways your films treated women and people of colour”, citing descriptions of Bridget Jones as having “tree-trunk thighs” and the lack of diversity in 1999 film Notting Hill (“one of the birthplaces of the British black civil rights movement”).In response, Curtis said: “I think because I came from a very undiverse school and a bunch of university friends, I think that I hung on to the feeling that I wouldn’t know how to write those parts. I think I was just stupid and wrong about that.“I felt as though me, my casting director, my producers just didn’t look outwards.”Speaking specifically about fat jokes, Curtis said: “I remember how shocked I was five years ago when Scarlett said to me, ‘You can never use the word ‘fat’ again.’ Wow you were right.

A colossal congratulations is in order for legendary movie director Richard Curtis, after he "secretly tied the knot" with long-term girlfriend Emma Freud last month.The movie mogul - known for directing heart-warming hits like Love Actually and Notting Hill - certainly knows a thing or two about happily ever afters, so fans were left confused after there was previously no wedding in sight for the pair, despite being together for over three decades. But speaking to press at Cheltenham Literature Festival in Gloucestershire this Saturday, Richard, 66, and Emma, 61, accidentally let slip that they had exchanged vows four weeks earlier.

Martine McCutcheon admits to a "tough couple of weeks" as she shares rare family snaps during fun packed day out.The Love Actually and EastEnders star, 47, took to Instagram on Saturday to share a heartfelt message as she shared a series of photos with her mother-in-law and her rarely seen son.The mum-of-one could be seen beaming alongside her loved ones as they ventured around a crazy golf course and enjoyed the September sunshine. In the caption, she wrote: "Simple pleasures! Tough couple of weeks for various reasons but I never forget that the simple things are the best and I never take them for granted! Gorgeous day playing Crazy Golf with my mother in law and the little monkey who’s been taking selfies on my phone! Thanks for your help Mal!" Martine – who was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) in 2011 – donned a white summer dress, a pair of brown flat strappy sandals, a circle wicker bag and statement brown sunglasses.

As former EastEnders actress Martin McCutcheon enjoyed some much-needed R&R in Mallorca to celebrate her husband's birthday, she also gave fans further insight into her recent health scares.The 47-year-old took to Instagram to admit how 'big of a deal' it was to be able to celebrate Jack's birthday as she was 'hospitalised' during his last one.The star said, comparing this year to the previous celebrations: "Last year was terrible. I was so dizzy I could barely stand.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag St Trinian's, the iconic film that captured the hearts of many during childhood, remains etched in our memories even after 16 years since its release. Many of the talented cast have gone on to enjoy huge successes, starring in blockbuster films, strutting down the runway and even earning BRIT nominations. With the film’s star Annabelle Fritton, played by Talulah Riley, recently announcing her engagement to Love Actually actor Thomas Brodie-Sangster, what better time to check in on what the rest of the cast have been up to since the film’s debut.Talulah Riley (Annabelle Fritton) Talulah Riley, who portrayed the spirited Annabelle Fritton, continued her journey in acting.

He rose to fame as the sweet-faced Sam in Christmas classic Love Actually. But now Thomas Brodie Sangster is getting married, as the former child star announced his engagement to Elon Musk's two-times ex-wife Talulah Riley.The two, both actors, met on the set of Disney Plus series Pistol, which premiered last year. Announcing the happy news on Twitter, Talulah wrote: "Very happy to share that after two years of dating, Thomas Brodie Sangster and I are engaged!" The 37 year old was congratulated by Twitter owner Elon Musk who replied with his congratulations.The pair were married within weeks of being together and married in 2010 before they split two years later and divorced in 2012.

Talulah Riley was chirping with joy after Thomas Brodie-Sangster proposed — choosing to share the news via Twitter.

Thomas Brodie-Sangster is engaged to longtime love, Talulah Riley.Riley, Elon Musk's ex-wife, announced the news on Twitter — the social media owned by the entrepreneur and recently re-named X — sharing a loved-up picture of her and the star.«Very happy to share that after two years of dating, Thomas Brodie Sangster and I are engaged!» the 37-year-old actress wrote.The announcement was met with lots of well wishes, including from Riley's ex-husband.«Congratulations! ♥️,» Musk replied.Riley married the Tesla and SpaceX founder twice, from 2010 to 2012, then from 2013 to 2016.Very happy to share that after two years of dating, Thomas Brodie Sangster and I are engaged! pic.twitter.com/NipyXtsDV0Brodie-Sangster shared on social media as well, taking instead to Instagram to make the announcement.«Happy to announce that Talulah and I are engaged. Love is all around,» the actor, 33, wrote, quoting Hugh Grant's iconic line in the 2003 Christmas classic."A post shared by Thomas Brodie Sangster (@samohtsangster)The pair met over two years ago when they worked on the FX limited series chronicling the Sex Pistols' rise to fame,.

Thomas Brodie-Sangster is getting married and Love Actually fans are going to love the way he announced the news!

Christmas Actually is coming to London.

Naman Ramachandran Writer-director Richard Curtis, known for iconic British romantic comedies “Love Actually,” “Four Weddings and a Funeral” and “Notting Hill,” has revealed his next venture. “Christmas Actually” is a stage show encompassing live music, performance, poetry and comedy that will serve as a fundraiser for charity Comic Relief, BBC News reports. It is not a sequel to 2003 hit “Love Actually.” Comic Relief is a charity founded by Curtis and Lenny Henry in 1985 in response to the famine in Ethiopia. Since then the charity has raised millions to help those in need via fundraisers where British comedians perform. Its annual event Red Nose Day is its biggest fund earner.

Former EastEnders star Martine McCutcheon has flaunted her impressive weight loss in slinky swimwear as she holidays in Italy.

When 17-year-old Jo Whiley set off for somewhere called Glastonbury after a raucous sixth form party, she had no idea the festival would come to define her next four decades. In the early 80s, Jo was studying for her A-levels and had plans to train as a speech therapist. What actually happened was rather different — and much more glamorous, in a muddy sort of way.

EXCLUSIVE: Lana Condor (To All The Boys franchise), Andrew Koji (Bullet Train), Ross Butler (Shazam! franchise), Sung Kang (Fast & Furious franchise) and Elodie Yung (The Cleaning Lady) are among those set to star in Worth the Wait, a romantic comedy marking the U.S. directorial debut of award-winning Taiwanese filmmaker Tom Shu-Yu Lin (The Garden of Evening Mists), which has wrapped production in Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur.

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Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Marc Maron has joined the cast of Universal’s untitled New York Christmas movie, written by Richard Curtis, the Oscar-nominated screenwriter of “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” “Notting Hill” and “Love Actually.” Maron is starring alongside Melissa McCarthy and Paapa Essiedu in the film, a fairy-tale comedy about a workaholic man who enlists the help of a magical genie to help win his family back before Christmas. Sam Boyd, who wrote and created the Anna Kendrick-led HBO Max series “Love Life,” will direct. It’s set to premiere on the NBCUniversal-owned streaming service Peacock on a yet-to-be-determined date.

Everyone has regrets. But if you’re a film star like Hugh Grant, your regrets keep reappearing on TV as a reminder.

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has become a holiday favorite since its release in 2003. However, even after 20 years and cultivating a devoted fan base, star Hugh Grant says there's still one scene of his that he doesn't like to watch whenever it comes up.Grant walked the red carpet  the red carpet at the premiere of his new action-adventure comedy, at the Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, and he spoke with ET's Will Marfuggi about the beloved modern Christmas classic.When asked about any particular memory that stood out for him, Grant laughingly recalled, «Well obviously, [I remember] a lot of dread of having to do that dancing scene.

Toni Collette has revealed she has previously asked for intimacy coordinators to not be present while filming. The Australian actress, 50, has enjoyed a three-decade Hollywood career, first shooting to fame in comedy-drama Muriel’s Wedding in 1994. Since then, she’s starred in films including The Sixth Sense, which scored her an Oscars nomination, Little Miss Sunshine, About A Boy and Netflix’s mega-hit, Knives Out.

Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day is back tonight, with a host of famous coming together to raise funds for some vital causes. The latest edition of the annual telethon will see Joel Dommett take on host duties as some of the biggest names in entertainment make viewers laugh while supporting those in need.

EXCLUSIVE: The Red Nose Day showrunner has urged crew on the iconic BBC charity telethon to “make a fuss” about misconduct as part of BBC Studios’ efforts to pre-empt inappropriate behavior on its shows.

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