Halle Berry for Entertainment Weekly - August 2021!
Not long ago, Halle Berry appeared as a guest on Hot Ones, the viral YouTube talk show in which assorted celebrities (Billie Eilish, Charlize Theron, Shaq) agree to eat chicken wings of increasingly ungodly spice levels until they either quit, cry, or lose control of their fine motor skills. As she worked her way through a series of sauces with names like Chocolate Plague and Da' Bomb Beyond Insanity, Berry came across as charming and funny and self-deprecating, talking easily about old Kanye lyrics and dog-training tips. But when the show's host presented her with an endurance trophy at the finish line and asked whether there was anyone she'd like to thank, she turned unexpectedly blunt: "I'm gonna thank my damn self on this one," she shook her head, half-delirious on habaneros. "Because I did it. Nobody helped me. Nobody prepared me, either… Thank my damn self."
Thirty years into a storied but often unpredictable career — and nearly 20 after she became the first and still only Black woman in history to win a Best Actress Oscar, for 2001's Monster's Ball — Berry has consistently managed to ride out the fickle heat index of Hollywood. She's also learned the hard way how much that work could fall to her alone. Soon after Hot Ones aired, she began shooting what would become her directorial debut, Bruised (due on Netflix Nov. 24), a scrappy indie drama in which she also stars as Jackie Justice, a disgraced MMA fighter grasping for one last shot in the ring.
The movie never should have come to her at all: Originally, it was conceived as a Blake Lively vehicle with Nick Cassavetes (The Notebook, The Other Woman) at the helm.
"They gave me the script and I loved the story, but it was written for a twentysomething Irish Catholic white woman," Berry recalls on a rainy summer Sunday in Boston, where she's temporarily posted for her next project. "I couldn't get it out of my mind, so I thought, is it possible that this could be reimagined for someone like me? Because I think I have a take on it that could actually work — making it about a middle-aged Black woman, someone fighting for a last chance rather than another chance. When you're young we all get chances, they're a dime a dozen. But when you're at a certain stage in life it becomes something more impactful and meaningful, right? So about six months later when [Lively] decided in her own time that it wasn't for her, I went to the producer, Basil Iwanyk, who I'd just done John Wick 3 with, and gave him my pitch. And he said, 'Great, we love that idea. Now go find a director.'"
Berry, a longtime UFC loyalist and fan of eye-of-the-tiger touchstones like Rocky, Raging Bull, Girlfight, and Million Dollar Baby, dutifully met with nearly a dozen potential takers, but left disappointed: "I had to go back and say, 'I've tried really hard, but what's in my head, no one else sees. This is going to sound really crazy because it's crazy for me to even think it, but I think I should direct this.'"
Iwanyk agreed, and she began to customize the story line, bringing on Adan Canto (Designated Survivor) as Jackie's abusive manager/boyfriend, Good Girls' Danny Boyd Jr. as her estranged 6-year-old son, and a statuesque British stage actress named Sheila Atim as Bobbi "Buddhakan" Berroa, the reluctant trainer who also becomes her love interest. Still, stepping into the top jobs on both sides of the camera seemed like a preposterous risk; the physical training alone would be brutal. There was also the question of believability: Could audiences buy a prizefighter, even a broken one, in her 50s?
It's become cliché by now to note the almost surreal endurance of Berry's beauty; whole corners of the internet remain dedicated to it. In person though, it's nearly impossible not to stare at the startling symmetry of her face; her fight-club-honed body, too — even clad as unobtrusively as it is today in low-key black from neck to toe, like the world's chicest street mime — does not appear to acknowledge the mortal effects of age or gravity. She credits good luck and clean living (a by-product of decades spent managing type 1 diabetes) for keeping her so improbably fit, as well as extensive training for heavy-load action films from 2004's Catwoman to the X-Men franchise. Still, it's hard to picture most actresses in her demographic putting themselves in front of a fist — and uncountable elbows, and at least one vicious roundhouse kick — with as much willful abandon as she does in Bruised. In fact, Berry broke two ribs on the first day of shooting (not the same ribs, it should be said, that were cracked on Wick: "When you break something, it calcifies and it's stronger. You don't usually break the same bones twice," she explains helpfully.)
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#RHOA: OUCH! Marlo Hampton Shows Swollen, Bruised Eyes After Hair Transplant!
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star recently turned to surgery to fill in her edges.
Marlo Hampton has undergone a pricey hair transplant procedure that left her bruised and swollen.
Hampton, 45, stunned fans on Sunday when she appeared on Instagram Live sporting a swollen face and a bruised eyes. The reality star revealed that her shocking appearance was due to having hair transplanted into her scalp to replace her edges. Hampton said her eyes swelled because of “the fluids.”
“Everything from my head went to my face,” she explained in the video.
“My eyes were closed like this,” she said about the black circles around her eyes. “It was bad.”
Hampton did not disclose the cost of the procedure, but did share that she shelled out “thousands of dollars.”
“I felt it’s so worth it. It was so worth it,” she added.
Several followers noted that they would not take such desperate measures for something seemingly as superficial as having thick, laid edges.
“Chile if i don’t have edges i just won’t have no edges,” one person commented on the video.
“This edges and thick hairline obsession is extreme. Every hairline isn’t meant to be full,” another noted. A third chimed in, “I’d rather use them press on edges than go through all that,” while another added, “She’ll do anything to ‘age’ gracefully.”
Hampton recently shared a series of images on Instagram showing off her killer body in a sexy bikini. She captioned one of the photos, “she know she bad.”
The style strategist and executive producer of Marlo’s Closet is rumored to be joining the new season of RHOA as a full-time cast member,. As far as the other series regulars, Porsha Williams is reportedly currently filming her spinoff show focused on her relationship with Simon Guobadia.
Sheree Whitfield is reportedly in talks to rejoin the cast for season 14 after exiting the show during season 10.
Whitfield was a full-time housewife during seasons 1 through 4, and returned for season 8 as a “friend of the show.” She was bumped up to full-time status for seasons 9 and 10 before permanently departing in 2018.
Sources close to production tell TMZ that Whitfield has been in talks with RHOA producers about returning to the show as a regular housewife for several weeks. According to the report, she refuses to commit unless producers are on board with making her a full-time housewife.
Love B. Scott exclusively reported that production on season 14 is underway and the casting process is said to be chaotic. Sources told the outlet that the producers have “no idea who they want to round out the cast and why.”
According to the report, Whitfield is likely coming back as a ‘starter housewife’ but if she does return full-time, she will replace Cynthia Bailey, who is likely not coming back for another season.
Kandi Burruss or Kenya Moore are set to return to the franchise according to Love B Scott, but the site also reported that the producers are “aggressively interviewing” new female influencers to replace the OGs.
“They’re specifically looking for ladies with husbands and/or significant others,” the outlet reported. NeNe Leakes is allegedly still on the outs with her former co-stars following her 2020 exit from the long-running franchise that made her a household name.
#MusicNews: Ari Lennox Hits the Studio With Babyface!
(h/t Rated R&B) Ari Lennox continues to build anticipation for her sophomore album. The Washington, D.C. native was recently spotted in the studio with legendary singer/songwriter/producer Babyface.
On Monday, Lennox shared a few photos from her session with Babyface on Twitter. She didn’t reveal many details about her session. “Babyface 🎼,” she tweeted.
Lennox has quietly been hard at work on the follow-up to 2019’s Shea Butter Baby. Earlier this year, she was seen in the studio with Missy Elliott, which she called “a dream come true.” Later that month, she linked up with Bryan-Michael Cox, Jermaine Dupri and Johntá Austin in Atlanta.
She also teased the work that she did with the production team Organized Noize, calling the songs “beautiful” in an Instagram Stories post. In April, producer DJ Camper posted a photo of him and Lennox together, adding more fuel to the excitement behind her album. That’s not all. Lennox also collaborated with producer Dallas Austin.
Though it’s been two years since Lennox’s debut, she has been keeping her fans engaged with music. In 2020, she released a few tracks including “Chocolate Pomegranate,” “Bussit,” “Grounded” and “If You Want Me To Stay” with Anthony Ramos, as well as her Shea Butter Baby (Remix EP).
This year, she appeared on Jazmine Sullivan’s Heaux Tales project (“On It”), Lucky Daye’s Table For Two project (“Access Denied”) and Queen Naija on her song “Set Him Up.”
In other news, Lennox recently signed a global publishing administration agreement with Warner Chappell Music.
#HipHopNews: Dababy Says He Becoming An R&B Singer After Being ‘Canceled’!
DaBaby may be switching careers. In the wake of the backlash following his homophobic comments at Rolling Loud Miami, the embattled rapper is making light of his troubles. In an Instagram Story featuring his young daughter, DaBaby joked about being “canceled” and having to find another job.
“They done canceled yo daddy twin,” he wrote in his caption.
He even suggested that he may have to change careers and become an R&B singer. “I’m switching to R&B. F**k a rap,” he said while singing along to J. Cole and Miguel’s “Power Trip.”
While he plots his next move, DaBaby is set to perform at Hot 97’s Summer Jam next Sunday at MetLife Stadium despite being dropped from several festival lineups including Lollapalooza, Governors Ball, and Day N Vegas in the wake of the controversy.
He eventually apologized to the LGBTQ+ community for his “hurtful and triggering comments,” but the statement was removed from his social accounts.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg And Husband Chasten Announce They Are Now Parents!
Pete Buttigieg and his husband, Chasten, have welcomed a child, the transportation secretary announced on his personal Twitter account.
The news marked a moment of visibility for same-sex partners and parents who, until Buttigieg's confirmation to the Transportation Department, had not had the representation of an openly gay person serving in a Senate-confirmed Cabinet position.
"For some time, Chasten and I have wanted to grow our family," Buttigieg wrote in a tweet Tuesday. "We're overjoyed to share that we've become parents! The process isn't done yet and we're thankful for the love, support, and respect for our privacy that has been offered to us. We can't wait to share more soon."
Buttigieg, 39, made history in February when he became the first openly gay, Senate-confirmed Cabinet member. He was sworn in by Vice President Harris with his husband, Chasten, at his side.
Iconic 'Star Trek' Actress Nichelle Nichols' Son And Manager Fighting For Control Of Her Estate In Conservatorship Battle!
“Star Trek” icon Nichelle Nichols is in the middle of a years-long conservatorship battle as three parties fight for control of the star’s affairs.
via: Essence: The three-way struggle over Nichols’ fate involves her only child, Kyle Johnson; her former manager Gilbert Bell; and a concerned friend (and also one whom she named her successor), Angelique Fawcette. In a situation eerily similar to Britney Spears, this legal battle is raising public consciousness about conservatorships. Nichols’ former agent and friend have launched court battles to intervene, because they feel that Nichelle Nichols is being denied the opportunity to live a life free of unwarranted restrictions.
Nichols’ current bout with dementia was a catalyst for the issue between the three aforementioned parties. Johnson, who claimed his 88-year-old mother could be exploited due to her mental instability, sought a petition for her conservatorship in three years ago. In the documents, he nominated a group of licensed professional fiduciaries to control Nichols’ person, temporarily. In the petition, Johnson claimed Nichols has “severe short-term memory loss impacting her executive functioning.”
In August of 2018, Angelique Fawcette filed an objection to Johnson’s petition, arguing that Nichols was still of sound mind and body, thus being able to manage her personal and financial affairs with limited help from a caregiver or assistant. Fawcette accused Johnson of using his conservatorship as a means to access Nichols’ income and personal possessions.
In January 2019, after Johnson was appointed conservator of Nichols’ person and estate, Bell opted to continue the legal proceedings. Prior the judge’s ruling, Bell used his used his managerial influence to take control of Nichols’ assets and personal affairs. He then opposed the court’s decision to grant Johnson’s conservatorship and filed a lawsuit against Johnson for allegedly attempting to remove him from Nichols’ guest home.
Today, Nichols condition remains unclear, with many of the parties involved declining requests for comment.
As this conservatorship battle moves forward, one should not lose sight of Nichelle Nichols’ contributions as an African American actress on the small screen. These series of tragic events, along with her illness, pales in comparison to her legacy as a pioneer. Nichols’ who blazed the trail as a Black woman on television in a non-stereotypical role during a time when it was most important and laid the foundation for other woman of color to pursue acting as a serious career.
Meanwhile, actress and producer Angelique Fawcette, a friend of Nichols, whom the actress named as her successor, has claimed Bell left Nichols’ home in a state of “disrepair.”
According to Fawcette, Bell wanted to marry the 88-year-old star, which alarmed her friends and family. Unlike Johnson, Angelique insists Nichelle can manager her own affairs and does not need a conservatorship.
Bob Dylan Sued For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old Girl In 1965!
Bob Dylan has been sued for sexual assault. He is vehemently denying the allegation.
The "Like a Rolling Stone" singer, 80, is accused of grooming a 12-year-old girl over a six-week period between April and May of 1965. According to the complaint obtained by Yahoo Entertainment, the singer "befriended and established an emotional connection with the plaintiff," identified only as J.C., while living at his Chelsea Hotel apartment in New York City.
The lawsuit accuses Dylan, born Robert Zimmerman, of sexual abuse "coupled with the provision of drugs, alcohol and, threats of physical violence, leaving her emotionally scarred and psychologically damaged to this day." J.C., a 68-year-old woman now living in Greenwich, Conn., claims she's the victim of "one or more criminal sex acts."
Although the alleged crimes happened more than 50 years ago, the lawsuit was filed under 2019's New York Child Victims Act, which extends the statute of limitations for a survivor of child sexual abuse in criminal and civil cases. J.C. is attempting to recover damages as she suffered "severe psychological damage and emotional trauma caused by Dylan's wrongful and criminal acts."
J.C. claims to have suffered depression, humiliation, economic losses and anxiety as a result of the abuse and purportedly sought medical treatment.
"Dylan's predatory, sexual and unlawful acts against Plaintiff amounted to a series of harmful and offensive contacts to Plaintiff's person, all of which were done intentionally by him to her without her consent," J.C.'s lawyer, Daniel W. Isaacs, says in the document.
Dylan "exploited his status as a musician by grooming J.C. to gain her trust and to obtain control over her as part of his plan to sexually molest and abuse J.C.," the complaint reads. The Grammy-winning musician is accused of giving her alcohol and drugs on numerous occasions, which lead to her being sexually abused "multiple times."
A spokesperson for Dylan tells Yahoo, "The 56-year-old claim is untrue and will be vigorously defended."
The lawsuit was filed on Friday, one day before the "look-back" window of the New York Child Victims Act expired.
Terry Crews Clarifies His Stance on Bathing, Says He's Being Misrepresented!
Terry Crews is speaking out to clarify his stance on bathing after he says a journalist “misrepresented” his recent comments.
The 53-year-old America’s Got Talent host recently said that he showers up to three times a day sometimes because he sweats so much during the day.
He added, “First of all, if you ain’t been sweating, you don’t need to shower. But I spend all day sweating, all the time, running and working out, and it ain’t nice. My wife is like, ‘Babe, babe, babe.’ I’m Mr. Old Spice, you know what I mean? So I’ve got to get clean.”
Journalist Richard Newby tweeted an article with Terry‘s comments and said, “I am 110% not surprised that every celebrity to come out as anti-bathing has been either white or Terry Crews.”
Terry responded and said, “But I am 110% surprised that you’re a ‘writer’ who actually never read the article…”
Richard replied, “But the thing is, I did, Terry. I’m glad you shower, man. That’s great. But the whole ‘First of all, if you ain’t been sweating, you don’t need to shower,’ fits under anti-bathing.”
Terry responded, “Ok Mr. Writer… who alive doesn’t sweat?”
A fan replied to Richard and said, “Why do celebs come after you like that?” The writer responded, “Lol. I don’t care at all. If he wants to get defensive about the dumb thing he said about showering that’s on him.”
Terry responded to that comment and said, “I’m not defensive at all. You’re the award winning writer for @THR. I’m just an actor. I clearly stated I am not anti-bathing yet you contend that’s what I meant. So you have no responsibility to be correct when you tweet?”
A fan responded to Terry and said, “The media hardly represents people fairly these days, and much less comes at topics in good faith. Journos have forgotten to minimize harm, and are too indignant to admit wrongdoing.”
Terry replied to that fan and said, “This is definitely the case here. I don’t mind being disagreed with— but it’s quite another thing to be misrepresented. Especially by a respected member of the media.”
If you forgot, this whole bathing debate started when this A-list couple revealed that they don’t bathe their children regularly.
Chris Cuomo Breaks Silence About Andrew Cuomo’s Resignation Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations!
Chris Cuomo breaks his silence about his brother former New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo, resigning amid sexual harassment allegations.
The CNN host delivered a message to those who are feeling a lot of hurt and a lot of pain right now” during his show Cuomo Primetime.
“I’m not an adviser. I’m a brother,” the 51-year-old journalist said, as per USA Today. “I was there to listen and offer my take. And my advice to my brother was simple and consistent: Own what you did. Tell people what you can do to be better. Be contrite. And finally, accept that it doesn’t matter what you intended. What matters is how your actions and words were perceived.”
Chris clarified that he “never influenced or attempted to control CNN’s coverage,” the outlet reported. “It was a unique situation, being a brother to a politician in a scandal and being part of the media. I tried to do the right thing, and I just want you all to know that.”
Andrew Cuomo resigned about a week ago and will be replaced by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul.
“I think that, given the circumstances, the best way I can help now is if I step aside and let government get back to government,” Andrew said during a press conference on August 10th. “And therefore, that is what I’ll do, because I work for you, and doing the right thing is doing the right thing for you.”
Madonna celebrates 63rd birthday in Italy with boyfriend Ahlamalik Williams and kids!
Madonna celebrated her 63rd birthday with her boyfriend Ahlamalik Williams, her children and friends in Italy, posting photos from the fête to her Instagram Monday.
“Let the birthday games begin,” Madge captioned a carousel gallery of pics on her page.
The pics show Madonna sharing an ice cream cone and walking hand-in-hand with Williams, as well as some candids of her children.
The “Ray of Light” singer is mom to son Rocco Ritchie, 21, with Guy Ritchie, daughter Lourdes Leon, 24, with Carlos Leon, daughters Estere, 8, and Stelle Ciccone, 8, and David Banda, 15.
The singer also showcased the luxe table setting for her birthday dinner via her Instagram Stories.
In a video clip captioned “Mambo Italiano” — which contained not just portions of Dean Martin’s recording of that tune, but also his version of “That’s Amore” — Madonna sings “Happy Birthday to me” and spends an inordinate amount of time salaciously eating the aforementioned ice cream, which she refers to as “a tongue workout.”
It’s been a busy summer for the Material Girl. Following her wild NYC Pride performance, Page Six exclusively reported in June that Madonna was building a studio on her Bridgehampton property with designer and builder Jeffrey Collé. (It’s not even the biggest real estate news coming out of her camp this year: That would be her whopping $19.3 million purchase of The Weeknd’s sprawling Hidden Hills, Calif., spread in April.)
And last month, Madge teased a concert film from her ill-fated “Madame X” concert tour, directed by Ricardo Gomes and slated to premiere Oct. 8 on Paramount+.
Jay-Z Partners With Fanatics for New York Sports Gambling Bid!
Jay-Z has made another boss move by partnering with sports merchandise company, Fanatics Inc., to submit a proposal to the New York State Gaming Commission as it prepares to launch mobile sports betting in 2022.
This move places Jay-Z in the position of vice-chairman of the new Fanatics Betting & Gaming entity. He will also sit on the board of directors and is the only African-American investor on the state gaming license.
According to documents released by the New York State Gaming Commission, the Roc Nation founder and the Fanatics group are bidding against competitors, including DraftKings, Bally’s, and BetMGM. Matt King, the former CEO of competitor FanDuel, will serve as CEO of the new initiative alongside Hov.
Sources close to the move revealed that the New York online sportsbooks would launch early next year, with the bids being chosen by December. The gaming commission must decide on at least two of the groups.
Jay-Z nor Roc Nation have commented publicly on his latest business venture.
André 3000 Has Been added to The Netflix Movie ‘White Noise’!
André 3000 has joined the cast of Oscar-nominated director Noah Baumbach’s upcoming Netflix film titled White Noise, according to The Film Stage.
via: Revolt: According to the outlet, the Outkast mainstay will join Star Wars actor Adam Driver, Don Cheadle, Greta Gerwig and Jodie Turner-Smith on the cast.
The Film Stage describes White Noise as “a campus satire/ oddball marriage comedy/ horror story about industrialization” that follows the story of professor Jack Gladney, who teaches Adolf Hitler studies at The-College-on-the-Hill. Gladney’s life is torn apart after a disastrous train accident, dubbed “the Airborne Toxic Event,” spews chemical waste all over town.
White Noise is being directed by Oscar nominee Noah Baumbach and is an adaptation of Don DeLillo’s 1985 novel of the same name.
Baumbach received several nominations at the 92nd Academy Awards for his 2019 Netflix film Marriage Story. In January 2021, he signed an exclusive partnership with the streaming service.
“When I started in the film industry I dreamed of having a home,” he said in a statement at the time. “It took me about 25 years, but it was worth the wait. I couldn’t be more thrilled to be making movies with Ted [Sarandos] and Scott [Stuber] and everyone at Netflix, who are wonderful collaborators and friends and family.”
The reportedly $80 million White Noise is set to be released on the platform in 2022 and production is currently underway in the Cleveland area. So far, details about André’s character have not been announced.
The Netflix film will mark another acting credit for the Atlanta native, who is also currently filming Showing Up. André was revealed as a cast member for the Kelly Reichardt-directed film earlier this summer. Starring Oscar-winning actress Michelle Williams, Showing Up is described as “a vibrant and sharply funny portrait of an artist on the verge of a career-changing exhibition.”
In 2018, André was also featured in High Life.
There’s no word on when we should expect the film.
Atlanta Falcons Become First Fully Vaccinated NFL Team!
Less than one month before the NFL season kicks off, the Atlanta Falcons have become the first fully vaccinated NFL team.
ESPN reports the Falcons have also offered vaccinations to the community, offering vaccines as its preseason game this past Friday. Vaccinations have also been available at the team’s practice at Mercedez-Benz Stadium.
The Falcons were one of two teams to have a COVID-19 outbreak this preseason
“They are very subjective terms, right? So, you guys are out here at practice every day,” Falcons coach Arthur Smith said after the comments. “We went through an outbreak last year when I was in Tennessee. Completely different time and there wasn’t vaccinations. We were in a completely different environment right now. I’m not going to go into any comments, but it’s pretty obvious, you guys come out here every day for work. You would know.
“So I’ll leave it at that. I’m not going to get caught in some political what-about game, this or that.”
The fully vaccinated Falcons will take on the Miami Dolphins in the preseason this week before their season starts on September 12 at home against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Simu Liu, Awkwafina, & More Stars Come out to the Red Carpet at The 'Shang-Chi' L.A. Premiere!
The stars of the new Marvel movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings stepped out to celebrate at the film’s premiere
Simu Liu, Awkwafina and other cast members walked the red carpet at the event on Monday night (August 16) at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood.
Other actors in attendance included Meng’er Zhang, Fala Chen, Benedict Wong, Ronny Chieng, Dallas Liu, Ben Kingsley, Jayden Tianyi Zhang, Andy Le, and Jodi Long.
Also there were Marvel boss Kevin Feige and the director of the upcoming MCU movie Eternals, Oscar winner Chloe Zhao.
Debra Winger quit 'A League of Their Own' after Madonna was cast: It became 'an Elvis film'!
Debra Winger says she left "A League of Their Own" after music superstar Madonna was cast as center fielder. The Penny Marshall-directed sports movie became "an Elvis film."
Debra Winger says she left "A League of Their Own" after music superstar Madonna was cast as center fielder. The Penny Marshall-directed sports movie became "an Elvis film."
Debra Winger has set the record straight over why she quit her starring role in director Penny Marshall's beloved 1992 baseball film, "A League of Their Own."
The three-time Oscar nominee Winger, 66, told Britain's Daily Telegraph she objected to Madonna's casting, because it made the project "an Elvis film."
Madonna, coming off her role as Breathless Mahoney in 1990's "Dick Tracy," signed on as center fielder Mae Mordabito in the story of the first female professional baseball league.
"The studio agreed with me because it was the only time I ever collected a pay-or-play on my contract," Winger said. "In other words, I collected my pay even though I did not play, and that’s very hard to get in a court."
Geena Davis: The actress spills 'League of Their Own' secrets on film's 25th anniversary
In one of her most celebrated roles, Geena Davis took over Winger's role as catcher Dottie Hinson, the heart of "League." The sports comedy-drama stars Lori Petty as pitcher Kit Keller, Rosie O'Donnell as Doris Murphy and Tom Hanks as manager Jimmy Dugan.
Winger said she was ultimately dismayed by the film. In her opinion, the story did not appropriately honor the original, real-life players.
"As entertaining as (the final film) was, you don’t walk away going 'Wow, those women did that.' You kind of go, 'Is that true?' " Winger said.
Winger, who had trained with the Chicago Cubs for three months for the role, said the actors did not train long enough to look convincing playing baseball onscreen — except for Petty and Davis who "did OK," she admits.
"I certainly don’t begrudge any of them," Winger said.
"A League of Their Own" made history as the first movie directed by a woman to gross $100 million at the box office and was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 2012.
Marshall, who died in 2018, said she had considered Demi Moore for the lead role, but Moore was pregnant at the time and could not take the part.
Davis told USA TODAY in 2017 that she, too, had questions about the Madonna casting before filming. "She was Madonna. We wondered if we were going to be able to talk to her. Was she going to have an entourage? Were they going to put up walls around her where she stands?" Davis recalled feeling of the "Material Girl" co-star.
Ultimately, Madonna was a team player who worked hard and slid head-first into bases for the camera. "That was painful. But she was so game. She was a trooper," Davis said.
As for the ultimate performance, Winger was slightly less direct in criticizing Madonna, whose last major film role was 2002's "Swept Away."
"I think (her) acting career has spoken for itself," Winger said.
Chad Ochocinco and Sharelle Rosado Expecting Baby Girl!
Congrats are in order! Former NFL player Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson and fiancee, luxury real estate broker Sharelle Rosado are expecting a baby girl. The couple announced the news Monday afternoon exclusively through PEOPLE.
Rosado revealed she learned about her pregnancy news in the middle of shooting the forthcoming spinoff of Netflix’s hit reality show Selling Sunset titled Selling Tampa. The show will follow Rosado’s Allure Realty, an all-Black, all-female real estate firm in Florida.
“It was shocking. I think I was crying and laughing at the same time,” she says. “I just can’t wait. It’s actually going by so fast. I found out I was pregnant while we were filming, so time is flying. It doesn’t even seem like it’s been that long.”
This will be Ocho’s eighth child and Rosado’s fourth. Congrats to the couple!
Broadway star Laura Osnes denies being fired from theater production for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine!
Laura Osnes said she "withdrew" from a theater production after a vaccine mandate was introduced.
Page Six previously reported that Osnes had been fired after refusing the vaccine.
Osnes said she is still deciding whether or not to get the vaccine yet.
Broadway star Laura Osnes has denied reports that she was fired from an upcoming theater production after refusing to be vaccinated against COVID-19, saying she instead "withdrew" after a vaccine mandate was introduced by the theater.
Late last week, Page Six reported that Osnes had been removed from a one-night production of the musical "Crazy For You" at the Guild Hall in East Hampton, New York, on August 29 after she revealed that she had not been vaccinated - which the Guild Hall requires from all staff and performers.
In an Instagram post on Monday evening, Osnes confirmed that she has not been vaccinated but said Page Six's report had made "erroneous allegations" that generated "a firestorm of negative conclusions and comments."
In the post, Osnes said that she accepted an invitation to perform at the Guild Hall in May but was informed in June that "protocols had changed" and she would now need to provide proof of vaccination to participate.
"I was disappointed but responded that I would have to withdraw, as I have not yet gotten the vaccine," Osnes wrote.
Osnes continued to deny that any of her co-stars "pressed" her on the issue of vaccinations - which Page Six reported had happened.
"It was a drama-free and discrete transition," she wrote.
Page Six also reported that an unnamed representative for the Guild Hall said performers had the option to provide either "proof of full vaccination or a recent negative COVID test result" to participate in a production. Later in her Instagram statement, however, Osnes wrote that the option of a recent negative COVID test had not been extended to her.
"I would have tested in a heartbeat - something that I have been doing for months and will continue to do so, in order to keep working safely," Osnes wrote.
Citing anonymous sources, Page Six further reported that Osnes said she doesn't trust any of the COVID-19 vaccines. The publication did not state why. All three of the vaccines authorized in the US have been proven safe and effective. Earlier this month, Insider's Erin Snodgrass reported that a new study estimated around 300,000 lives have been saved and 1.25 million hospitalizations prevented due to America's vaccine program.
Osnes concluded her statement by writing that she stands by the decision she and her husband have made for their "family planning, and our future."
"There is so much that is still unknown. Someday, perhaps we will feel more confident in the research to consider a different position," she wrote. "With the information that is currently available, however, I have a conviction that I (and many others, both in and out of my industry) feel compelled to stand by."
Osnes withdrawal and statement comes as the Broadway League, which represents the owners and operators of all 41 Broadway theaters in New York City, set a new mandate that requires all audience members as well as performers, backstage crew, and theatre staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for all live performances through to October 2021.
Masks are also required for audiences inside the theatre.
Pregnant Cardi B Shows Off Her Baby Bump In Colorful Catsuit!
The pregnant “WAP” rapper, 28, was spotted house hunting with husband Offset in New Jersey over the weekend, wearing a brightly colored Emilio Pucci bodysuit that hugged her baby bump.
Her exact blue-and-green unitard is currently sold out, but you can snag the same style in a pastel purple swirl print ($580), which is similarly inspired by the Italian fashion brand’s iconic ’60s fabrics.
Cardi paired her statement-making catsuit with Miu Miu sandals ($890) in photos posted on social media, but changed into comfy flip-flops while look at luxury waterfront properties.
The Grammy winner has been embracing skintight styles while expecting her second child, having debuted her bump in a crystal-covered cutout bodysuit by Dolce & Gabbana at the BET Awards in June.
During a recent Instagram Live over the weekend, she wore a JLux Label one-sleeve jumpsuit ($47.99) made of super-comfortable rayon and spandex ($47.99). And earlier this month, she donned a bedazzled leotard to attempt gymnastics as part of her “Cardi Tries” Facebook series.
One-pieces aren’t the only way the “Rumors” rapper is showing off her belly, though; since announcing her pregnancy news in a plaster cast, she’s also modeled sheer dresses and several bikini.
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