Tonight on “The Masked Singer,” the Group B finalists open the evening with a showstopping performance of “It’s My Life” by Bon Jovi. Throughout the episode, contestants perform songs that hold a special place in their hearts like “One Moment In Time,” “It’s Tricky,” and “Carry On Wayward Son.” Nick Cannon hosts the wild and wacky fun.
The Season 11 contestants boast a combined 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 film appearances and have 1.7 billion Spotify streams!
Below, read our minute-by-minute “The Masked Singer” recap of Season 11, Episode 9, to find out what happened Wednesday, May 1 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on Fox. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite costumed characters on Fox’s reality TV show and who you think has what it takes to win the entire competition.
See Jenifer Lewis on her ‘triumphant testimony’ as Miss...
The Season 11 contestants boast a combined 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 film appearances and have 1.7 billion Spotify streams!
Below, read our minute-by-minute “The Masked Singer” recap of Season 11, Episode 9, to find out what happened Wednesday, May 1 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on Fox. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite costumed characters on Fox’s reality TV show and who you think has what it takes to win the entire competition.
See Jenifer Lewis on her ‘triumphant testimony’ as Miss...
- 5/2/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson’s “Scream” is often cited as the most expensive music video ever made. The director of the video hates this claim. He said that one Guns N’ Roses clip and another clip from the King of Pop cost way more.
Michael Jackson ‘Scream’ cost millions but it’s not the most expensive music video ever
Mark Romanek directed the music video for “Scream.” He also helmed the videos for Nine Inch Nails’ “Closer” and Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off.” During a 2010 interview with Slashfilm, Romanek acknowledged that The Guinness Book of World Records claims “Scream” is the most expensive music video ever made due to its hefty $7 million price tag. Romanek said the book isn’t accurate.
Romanek said Guns N’ Roses made a video with oil tankers that cost $9 million or $10 million. The director couldn’t remember the name of Guns N’ Roses’ song,...
Michael Jackson ‘Scream’ cost millions but it’s not the most expensive music video ever
Mark Romanek directed the music video for “Scream.” He also helmed the videos for Nine Inch Nails’ “Closer” and Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off.” During a 2010 interview with Slashfilm, Romanek acknowledged that The Guinness Book of World Records claims “Scream” is the most expensive music video ever made due to its hefty $7 million price tag. Romanek said the book isn’t accurate.
Romanek said Guns N’ Roses made a video with oil tankers that cost $9 million or $10 million. The director couldn’t remember the name of Guns N’ Roses’ song,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
More than two decades later, it’s hard to imagine anyone but Devon Sawa playing the titular role in the unforgettable music video for Eminem’s 2000 classic, “Stan,” but the actor has revealed Macaulay Culkin was the first choice to star in the visual.
“They went out to Macaulay Culkin first,” Sawa told Entertainment Tonight in a recent interview. “I think that they wanted him, and he wasn’t available, or didn’t want to do it or whatever.”
Thankfully for Sawa, Dr. Dre (who directed the video) was a fan of his work in Final Destination and suggested him instead. “There happened to be somebody in the casting office that knew somebody who was friends with me, and they called me that way… and it ended up working out pretty good,” Sawa explained, adding that the video was “one of the proudest things I’ve been a part of.
“They went out to Macaulay Culkin first,” Sawa told Entertainment Tonight in a recent interview. “I think that they wanted him, and he wasn’t available, or didn’t want to do it or whatever.”
Thankfully for Sawa, Dr. Dre (who directed the video) was a fan of his work in Final Destination and suggested him instead. “There happened to be somebody in the casting office that knew somebody who was friends with me, and they called me that way… and it ended up working out pretty good,” Sawa explained, adding that the video was “one of the proudest things I’ve been a part of.
- 4/18/2024
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
Devon Sawa indirectly has Macaulay Culkin to thank for one of his most iconic roles.
The 45-year-old Chucky actor opened up about a role that he was cast in after the 43-year-old Home Alone star turned it down.
Keep reading to find out more…
The role in question was a starring one in Eminem “Stan” music video back in 2000. The project has gone down in history as one of the rapper’s most memorable visuals and was nominated for five MTV VMAs.
Speaking to Et, Devon explained that he was the second choice.
“They went out to Macaulay Culkin first,” he recalled. “I think that they wanted him, and he wasn’t available, or didn’t want to do it or whatever.”
He continued, saying, “Then Dre [who directed], who had just seen Final Destination and was a fan, suggested [me].”
It all worked out from there. “There happened to be somebody in...
The 45-year-old Chucky actor opened up about a role that he was cast in after the 43-year-old Home Alone star turned it down.
Keep reading to find out more…
The role in question was a starring one in Eminem “Stan” music video back in 2000. The project has gone down in history as one of the rapper’s most memorable visuals and was nominated for five MTV VMAs.
Speaking to Et, Devon explained that he was the second choice.
“They went out to Macaulay Culkin first,” he recalled. “I think that they wanted him, and he wasn’t available, or didn’t want to do it or whatever.”
He continued, saying, “Then Dre [who directed], who had just seen Final Destination and was a fan, suggested [me].”
It all worked out from there. “There happened to be somebody in...
- 4/18/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Mike Hughes, Harvey Stevens, Alex Vincent, Paula E. Sheppard, Noah Wiseman, and Milly Shapiro
Screenshot: YouTube
There’s nothing scarier than childhood. Look no further than the movies (or your very own memory palace) for proof. With the upcoming release of Abigail and the recent child-adjacent scares from The First Omen and Imaginary,...
Screenshot: YouTube
There’s nothing scarier than childhood. Look no further than the movies (or your very own memory palace) for proof. With the upcoming release of Abigail and the recent child-adjacent scares from The First Omen and Imaginary,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Matt Schimkowitz, Saloni Gajjar, Tim Lowery, William Hughes, and Jen Lennon
- avclub.com
Macaulay Culkin went all out to make sure fiancée Brenda Song‘s birthday vacation was absolutely perfect!
The Suite Life of Zack & Cody actress recently celebrated her 36th birthday with a trip to Mexico where she stayed at the Nobu Hotel Los Cabos.
While there, the 43-year-old Home Alone actor “masqueraded” as part of the resort staff to help Brenda out during the trip.
Keep reading to find out more…“So the lady and I went to @nobuloscabos for her birthday. On our first day we went to the gift shop and I found this shirt. Since now I looked like the staff I decided to spend my four days there masquerading as a: Poolside waiter, Housekeeper, Cabana boy, Room service attendant, Bell hop,” Macaulay wrote on Instagram.
He continued, “Thanks again @nobuloscabos for the fun time and excellent stay. And thanks for selling that shirt. It really made me feel like I belonged.
The Suite Life of Zack & Cody actress recently celebrated her 36th birthday with a trip to Mexico where she stayed at the Nobu Hotel Los Cabos.
While there, the 43-year-old Home Alone actor “masqueraded” as part of the resort staff to help Brenda out during the trip.
Keep reading to find out more…“So the lady and I went to @nobuloscabos for her birthday. On our first day we went to the gift shop and I found this shirt. Since now I looked like the staff I decided to spend my four days there masquerading as a: Poolside waiter, Housekeeper, Cabana boy, Room service attendant, Bell hop,” Macaulay wrote on Instagram.
He continued, “Thanks again @nobuloscabos for the fun time and excellent stay. And thanks for selling that shirt. It really made me feel like I belonged.
- 4/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
With multiple Godzilla movies and T.V. shows dropping this year, it might be tricky for fans to track them all. Here is a guide that can help! (Picture Credit: IMDb)
On November 3, 2023, Toho Studios released what many consider to be one of the best Godzilla films in recent times — “Godzilla Minus One.” Then, Legendary Pictures came out with their first live-action series featuring the not-so-gentle giant in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” on November 17, 2023. They had also recently created an animated series based on King Kong called “Skull Island” on June 22, 2023.
With that being said — 2023 was Godzilla’s year, without a doubt! However, there’s a big difference between the Godzilla movies from Toho Studios and Legendary Pictures. Simply put, Toho owns Godzilla. However, Legendary Pictures secured the rights to the giant 500-ft lizard and other monsters in the Kaiju universe in 2014, ultimately coming up with a ‘Hollywood’ version known as the MonsterVerse.
On November 3, 2023, Toho Studios released what many consider to be one of the best Godzilla films in recent times — “Godzilla Minus One.” Then, Legendary Pictures came out with their first live-action series featuring the not-so-gentle giant in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” on November 17, 2023. They had also recently created an animated series based on King Kong called “Skull Island” on June 22, 2023.
With that being said — 2023 was Godzilla’s year, without a doubt! However, there’s a big difference between the Godzilla movies from Toho Studios and Legendary Pictures. Simply put, Toho owns Godzilla. However, Legendary Pictures secured the rights to the giant 500-ft lizard and other monsters in the Kaiju universe in 2014, ultimately coming up with a ‘Hollywood’ version known as the MonsterVerse.
- 4/3/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- KoiMoi
Mama June Shannon confessed to taking money out of Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson’s Coogan account, which is supposed to be reserved for the child actor. When it came time for Alana to collect some of the money that should have been in the account, June shared that there wasn’t as much money in the Coogan as she thought. As more people learn the details of what Mama June did, they have found themselves asking what a Coogan account is. Here is everything you need to know.
Who Was Jackie Coogan?
A Coogan account is named after child actor Jackie Coogan. He is known as Hollywood’s first child actor. Jackie gained stardom through working in movies during the Silent Era and continued acting through the 1960s.
YouTube/Today I Found Out
However, Jackie Coogan actually got his start in acting before he was even able to talk.
Who Was Jackie Coogan?
A Coogan account is named after child actor Jackie Coogan. He is known as Hollywood’s first child actor. Jackie gained stardom through working in movies during the Silent Era and continued acting through the 1960s.
YouTube/Today I Found Out
However, Jackie Coogan actually got his start in acting before he was even able to talk.
- 3/30/2024
- by Amanda Blankenship
- TV Shows Ace
Michael Jackson‘s three grown children made a rare public appearance together at the opening night of Mj: The Musical in London. Prince Jackson and Paris Jackson have always seemed more comfortable in the spotlight. But youngest sibling, Bigi Jackson, has notoriously avoided the public eye. Here’s what we know about Bigi and his brother and sister now that all three are all grown up.
Prince Jackson, Paris Jackson and Bigi Jackson at the opening night of “Mj: The Musical” on March 27, 2024 | John Phillips/Getty Images
Prince, Paris, and Bigi walked the red carpet together outside the Prince Edward Theatre. Paris, 25, and Bigi were notably somber in front of photographers, while Prince, 27, smiled widely and seemed quite at ease. Mj: The Musical focuses on Michael Jackson’s life and career while making the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. The West End production stars the Broadway show’s original lead, Myles Frost,...
Prince Jackson, Paris Jackson and Bigi Jackson at the opening night of “Mj: The Musical” on March 27, 2024 | John Phillips/Getty Images
Prince, Paris, and Bigi walked the red carpet together outside the Prince Edward Theatre. Paris, 25, and Bigi were notably somber in front of photographers, while Prince, 27, smiled widely and seemed quite at ease. Mj: The Musical focuses on Michael Jackson’s life and career while making the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. The West End production stars the Broadway show’s original lead, Myles Frost,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Macaulay Culkin is wishing his fiancée Brenda Song a “Happy Birthday” on social media!
The 43-year-old actor took to Instagram to share a photo of his longtime partner, while celebrating her 36th birthday on Wednesday (March 27).
While the first part of his birthday was super sweet and complimentary of her, the second part was a a funny little ask of her on her big day.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Happy birthday to the best friend, mother, ally, colleague, lover, and partner I could ever wish for. You are my reason. I love you,” Macaulay captioned a photo of Brenda in a robe and towel, seemingly in a hotel.
He then added, “P. S. The milk is due. Can you pick some up on your way home from work?”
Included on the second slide was a photo of the milk carton with a March 27, 2024 sell by date. Lol!
Brenda...
The 43-year-old actor took to Instagram to share a photo of his longtime partner, while celebrating her 36th birthday on Wednesday (March 27).
While the first part of his birthday was super sweet and complimentary of her, the second part was a a funny little ask of her on her big day.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Happy birthday to the best friend, mother, ally, colleague, lover, and partner I could ever wish for. You are my reason. I love you,” Macaulay captioned a photo of Brenda in a robe and towel, seemingly in a hotel.
He then added, “P. S. The milk is due. Can you pick some up on your way home from work?”
Included on the second slide was a photo of the milk carton with a March 27, 2024 sell by date. Lol!
Brenda...
- 3/27/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The prop panel that Kate Winslet floated about on in James Cameron’s Titanic has sold at auction for a bank account-emptying $718,750.
When is a door not a door? When it’s a balsawood prop from James Cameron’s 1997 hit, Titanic. As noted by The Hollywood Reporter, this curious bit of movie memorabilia recently sold at auction for $718,750 – that’s more than £550,000 if you’re reading this in the UK.
The door was, of course, the bit of wreckage Kate Winslet famously clung to at the (spoiler alert) icy conclusion of James Cameron’s epic romance. The prop clearly struck a chord with bidders, given that it sold for considerably more than other bits of memorabilia sold at the same auction, many of which sound more immediately recognisable than a battered door.
Indiana Jones’ iconic whip from The Temple Of Doom sold for $525,000, while the Holy Grail from The Last Crusade...
When is a door not a door? When it’s a balsawood prop from James Cameron’s 1997 hit, Titanic. As noted by The Hollywood Reporter, this curious bit of movie memorabilia recently sold at auction for $718,750 – that’s more than £550,000 if you’re reading this in the UK.
The door was, of course, the bit of wreckage Kate Winslet famously clung to at the (spoiler alert) icy conclusion of James Cameron’s epic romance. The prop clearly struck a chord with bidders, given that it sold for considerably more than other bits of memorabilia sold at the same auction, many of which sound more immediately recognisable than a battered door.
Indiana Jones’ iconic whip from The Temple Of Doom sold for $525,000, while the Holy Grail from The Last Crusade...
- 3/26/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
As Hollywood consistently churns out box office hits, it’s common for successful films to spawn franchises in pursuit of continued success through sequels, prequels, spin-offs, and many other ways. However, some of these sequels don’t always stay up to the mark. Following are several examples of movies where Hollywood’s pursuit of extending classic hits led to disappointing sequels.
Back to The Future Part II
Released in 1985, the original Back to The Future stood out as one of the defining blockbusters of the 1980s with its enduring legacy spanning nearly four decades as one of the most cherished and influential films of all time.
Back to The Future Part II
The film was a box office hit and was liked by the audience and critics alike. Following its success, a sequel to the classic sci-fi film was released in 1989. Starring Michael J. Fox reprising his role as Marty McFly,...
Back to The Future Part II
Released in 1985, the original Back to The Future stood out as one of the defining blockbusters of the 1980s with its enduring legacy spanning nearly four decades as one of the most cherished and influential films of all time.
Back to The Future Part II
The film was a box office hit and was liked by the audience and critics alike. Following its success, a sequel to the classic sci-fi film was released in 1989. Starring Michael J. Fox reprising his role as Marty McFly,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Macaulay Culkin and Brenda Song put their love for one another on full display on the red carpet during a very rare appearance.
The 35-year-old Disney Channel star and 43-year-old Home Alone icon got dressed up in their Y2K best to attend Clarins’ new product launch party at Private Residence on Friday night (March 15) in Los Angeles.
It marked their first red carpet appearance since December, when they brought their two young sons to Macaulay‘s Walk of Fame induction ceremony.
While on the red carpet, Brenda reflected on when she feels her most beautiful, and the answer had to do with Macaulay.
Read more about Brenda Song and Macaulay Culkin…
“I think he’s the one that really made me feel the most beautiful when I’m about to go to bed and I have nothing on my face and I’m so tired,” Brenda told People on the red carpet.
The 35-year-old Disney Channel star and 43-year-old Home Alone icon got dressed up in their Y2K best to attend Clarins’ new product launch party at Private Residence on Friday night (March 15) in Los Angeles.
It marked their first red carpet appearance since December, when they brought their two young sons to Macaulay‘s Walk of Fame induction ceremony.
While on the red carpet, Brenda reflected on when she feels her most beautiful, and the answer had to do with Macaulay.
Read more about Brenda Song and Macaulay Culkin…
“I think he’s the one that really made me feel the most beautiful when I’m about to go to bed and I have nothing on my face and I’m so tired,” Brenda told People on the red carpet.
- 3/16/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Palm Royale and Apples Never Fall.
SXSW
Hollywood headed over to Austin for the annual festival, which this year ran from March 8 to March 16 and featured the premieres of The Fall Guy, Road House, I Don’t Understand You, Immaculate, Civil War and The Idea of You.
Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, Stephanie Hsu, Ryan Gosling, Hannah Waddingham, Kelly McCormick, and David Leitch attend the SXSW premiere of ‘The Fall Guy’ Post Malone, Jake Gyllenhaal, Lukas Gage, Jennifer Salke and Conor McGregor at the ‘Road House’ premiere Nick Kroll and Andrew Rannells at the ‘I Don’t Understand You’ premiere party Michael Mohan, Benedetta Porcaroli, Sydney Sweeney, Simona Tabasco, and Alvaro Morte attend the world premiere of ‘Immaculate’ Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny and Alex Garland attend...
SXSW
Hollywood headed over to Austin for the annual festival, which this year ran from March 8 to March 16 and featured the premieres of The Fall Guy, Road House, I Don’t Understand You, Immaculate, Civil War and The Idea of You.
Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, Stephanie Hsu, Ryan Gosling, Hannah Waddingham, Kelly McCormick, and David Leitch attend the SXSW premiere of ‘The Fall Guy’ Post Malone, Jake Gyllenhaal, Lukas Gage, Jennifer Salke and Conor McGregor at the ‘Road House’ premiere Nick Kroll and Andrew Rannells at the ‘I Don’t Understand You’ premiere party Michael Mohan, Benedetta Porcaroli, Sydney Sweeney, Simona Tabasco, and Alvaro Morte attend the world premiere of ‘Immaculate’ Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny and Alex Garland attend...
- 3/15/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kieran Culkin is one of the best actors of this generation, this is not a shocker as he comes from a family of actors, where his older brother Macaulay Culkin is already a prominent name in the film industry. One of the major strengths of Culkin is how effortlessly he blends humor with his characters, making them more entertaining and adding a layer of depth to them.
Kieran Culkin in Succession
This was evident when Kieran Culkin reacted to the viral debate between the Culkins vs Skarsgårds brothers, while both brothers bring something unique to the table through their unique talents and versatility. However, Culkin shared a hilarious insight by analyzing who would win a fight between them.
Kieran Culkin Analyses The Culkins vs Skarsgårds Debate
Recently, Kieran Culkin got the golden opportunity to react to the viral meme that had been circulating the internet, where an online debate took...
Kieran Culkin in Succession
This was evident when Kieran Culkin reacted to the viral debate between the Culkins vs Skarsgårds brothers, while both brothers bring something unique to the table through their unique talents and versatility. However, Culkin shared a hilarious insight by analyzing who would win a fight between them.
Kieran Culkin Analyses The Culkins vs Skarsgårds Debate
Recently, Kieran Culkin got the golden opportunity to react to the viral meme that had been circulating the internet, where an online debate took...
- 3/6/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Prime Video adult animated series The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy features not just one Culkin — with Kieran Culkin voicing one of the main characters — but all five brothers working together for the first time, and it turns out Natasha Lyonne helped make it all happen.
Lyonne, who executive produced and co-stars in the show, has been longtime friends with both Kieran and Macaulay Culkin, “so Kieran came up for the role of Dr. Plowp and in a crazy turn of events, the bird alien [character that he plays] had four brothers [in the script] before he was cast. So he had the four brothers already and when we cast Kieran we were like, ‘You have four brothers! That’s ridiculous, what fate,'” showrunner Cirocco Dunlap told The Hollywood Reporter at the Los Angeles premiere on Tuesday. “Kieran was the one who suggested it, he was like, ‘We could get my brothers’ and I was like,...
Lyonne, who executive produced and co-stars in the show, has been longtime friends with both Kieran and Macaulay Culkin, “so Kieran came up for the role of Dr. Plowp and in a crazy turn of events, the bird alien [character that he plays] had four brothers [in the script] before he was cast. So he had the four brothers already and when we cast Kieran we were like, ‘You have four brothers! That’s ridiculous, what fate,'” showrunner Cirocco Dunlap told The Hollywood Reporter at the Los Angeles premiere on Tuesday. “Kieran was the one who suggested it, he was like, ‘We could get my brothers’ and I was like,...
- 2/21/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Over the years, one could say that the Culkin family has ruled the film industry. Kieran, Macaulay, Rory, Christian, and Shane Culkin are all part of the film industry in some way or the other. The siblings have worked as actors in some of the most well-known projects in Hollywood, establishing their empire in the most iconic of ways.
Kevin McCallister in Home Alone 2
Despite this, there has been no project that has overlapped for all five actors. That was, until now. It has been reported that the upcoming series, The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, will feature all five of the Culkin actors.
Suggested“This is a sign of early onset Johnny Depp”: Kieran Culkin Goes Viral After Fans Call Him Out For Having “One Non-binary Hand”
The Culkin Empire in Hollywood
The Culkin family has helped give Hollywood some of its most iconic projects to date.
Kevin McCallister in Home Alone 2
Despite this, there has been no project that has overlapped for all five actors. That was, until now. It has been reported that the upcoming series, The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, will feature all five of the Culkin actors.
Suggested“This is a sign of early onset Johnny Depp”: Kieran Culkin Goes Viral After Fans Call Him Out For Having “One Non-binary Hand”
The Culkin Empire in Hollywood
The Culkin family has helped give Hollywood some of its most iconic projects to date.
- 2/20/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Los Angeles, Feb 15 (Ians) Actress Kate Hudson has revealed that her appearance in ‘Home Alone 2: Lost in New York’, which released in 1992, still pays her residuals, even if she’s only earning a dime.
Kate was speaking on her podcast Sibling Revelry, hosted with her brother, Oliver Hudson, reports deadline.com.
During a conversation on her podcast, Kate discussed her credits with Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, and Andy Lawrence.
“I still get residuals from ‘Home Alone 2’ because I sang in the chorus,” Kate said, referencing the scene where Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McAllister ruins a school Christmas pageant.
“I’m in that chorus, and then I get 10 cents every once in a while.”
Joey Lawrence knows the feeling.
“Sometimes I’ll get, like, 2 cents and I’m like, ‘Wait. Doesn’t the envelope and paper cost more?’”
The Christmas comedy film is directed by Chris Columbus.
The sequel...
Kate was speaking on her podcast Sibling Revelry, hosted with her brother, Oliver Hudson, reports deadline.com.
During a conversation on her podcast, Kate discussed her credits with Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, and Andy Lawrence.
“I still get residuals from ‘Home Alone 2’ because I sang in the chorus,” Kate said, referencing the scene where Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McAllister ruins a school Christmas pageant.
“I’m in that chorus, and then I get 10 cents every once in a while.”
Joey Lawrence knows the feeling.
“Sometimes I’ll get, like, 2 cents and I’m like, ‘Wait. Doesn’t the envelope and paper cost more?’”
The Christmas comedy film is directed by Chris Columbus.
The sequel...
- 2/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Brother, can you spare a dime? Kate Hudson can, thanks to residuals.
Speaking on her podcast Sibling Revelry, hosted with her brother, Oliver Hudson, she revealed that her appearance in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York still pays her residuals, even if she’s only earning a dime.
During a conversation on her podcast, Sibling Revelry, hosted alongside her brother Oliver Hudson, Kate discussed her credits with Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, and Andy Lawrence.
“I still get residuals from Home Alone 2 because I sang in the chorus,” Kate said, referencing the scene where Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McAllister ruins a school Christmas pageant. “I’m in that chorus, and then I get 10 cents every once in a while.”
Joey Lawrence knows the feeling. “Sometimes I’ll get, like, 2 cents and I’m like, ‘Wait. Doesn’t the envelope and paper cost more?'”...
Speaking on her podcast Sibling Revelry, hosted with her brother, Oliver Hudson, she revealed that her appearance in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York still pays her residuals, even if she’s only earning a dime.
During a conversation on her podcast, Sibling Revelry, hosted alongside her brother Oliver Hudson, Kate discussed her credits with Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, and Andy Lawrence.
“I still get residuals from Home Alone 2 because I sang in the chorus,” Kate said, referencing the scene where Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McAllister ruins a school Christmas pageant. “I’m in that chorus, and then I get 10 cents every once in a while.”
Joey Lawrence knows the feeling. “Sometimes I’ll get, like, 2 cents and I’m like, ‘Wait. Doesn’t the envelope and paper cost more?'”...
- 2/15/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Residuals aren’t what they used to be, apparently even if you’re A-list talent.
That’s what Kate Hudson revealed on her Sibling Revelry podcast on Monday while speaking about the minuscule checks she receives from her brief appearance as a child in the hit sequel Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. Hudson asked her guest, fellow actor Joey Lawrence, about being paid for his work in commercials as a child.
“I still get residuals from Home Alone 2 because I sang in the chorus,” the Glass Onion star revealed. “I’m in that chorus, and then I get 10 cents every once in a while.”
Hudson, 44, was a preteen when she filmed the brief, very early career cameo for the Christmas comedy, which follows the McCallister family on a trip to New York. In the scene in question, her little-known appearance comes as a member of a holiday...
That’s what Kate Hudson revealed on her Sibling Revelry podcast on Monday while speaking about the minuscule checks she receives from her brief appearance as a child in the hit sequel Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. Hudson asked her guest, fellow actor Joey Lawrence, about being paid for his work in commercials as a child.
“I still get residuals from Home Alone 2 because I sang in the chorus,” the Glass Onion star revealed. “I’m in that chorus, and then I get 10 cents every once in a while.”
Hudson, 44, was a preteen when she filmed the brief, very early career cameo for the Christmas comedy, which follows the McCallister family on a trip to New York. In the scene in question, her little-known appearance comes as a member of a holiday...
- 2/14/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
John Hughes was the patron saint of adolescents who found great success with a series of hit comedies, most of them centering around the plight of teenagers. Yet how many of those titles remain classics? Let’s take a look back at 12 of his greatest films as both a writer and director, ranked worst to best.
Born in 1950, Hughes first came to the attention of Hollywood as a writer after penning “National Lampoon’s Vacation” (1983) and “Mr. Mom” (1983). That financially successful one-two punch landed him his first directing gig: “Sixteen Candles” (1984). A tender coming-of-age story about a teenage girl (Molly Ringwald) suffering one indignity after another on her sweet sixteen firmly established him as the premiere helmer of adolescent comedies, leading to “The Breakfast Club” (1985), “Weird Science” (1985), and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986).
Yet Hughes also excelled at entertainments outside the classroom, including the road trip farce “Planes, Trains & Automobiles” (1987), starring...
Born in 1950, Hughes first came to the attention of Hollywood as a writer after penning “National Lampoon’s Vacation” (1983) and “Mr. Mom” (1983). That financially successful one-two punch landed him his first directing gig: “Sixteen Candles” (1984). A tender coming-of-age story about a teenage girl (Molly Ringwald) suffering one indignity after another on her sweet sixteen firmly established him as the premiere helmer of adolescent comedies, leading to “The Breakfast Club” (1985), “Weird Science” (1985), and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986).
Yet Hughes also excelled at entertainments outside the classroom, including the road trip farce “Planes, Trains & Automobiles” (1987), starring...
- 2/10/2024
- by Zach Laws and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Of the many secondary characters in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," none has had quite as much interaction with the gang as Matthew "Rickety Cricket" Mara. The character first appeared in the season 2 episode "The Gang Exploits a Miracle," where fans got to know him as a former high school classmate of the younger members of the gang who had an intense infatuation with Dee (Kaitlin Olson). Called "Rickety Cricket" because he wore leg braces throughout high school, he had gone on to become a priest, but his reunion with the gang led him on a downward spiral that would lead to him becoming a drug-abusing pimp with burn-related facial scarring who lives under a bridge. Over the years, he's debased himself in just about every way, making "Sunny" fans double over with laughter in the process.
Unfortunately for the guy who plays him, it's apparently a pretty thankless job,...
Unfortunately for the guy who plays him, it's apparently a pretty thankless job,...
- 2/4/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Adam Sandler will receive the People’s Icon Award at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards, NBC, Peacock and E! announced.
“Adam Sandler has been a fixture in the industry for decades, entertaining us since he got his start on ‘Saturday Night Live’ more than 30 years ago,” Jen Neal, executive vice president of live events and specials at NBCUniversal Entertainment, said in a statement. “From Billy Madison to Mr. Deeds, his unforgettable characters have endured the test of time and left their mark on audiences for generations. We’re excited to honor him with this year’s People’s Icon Award.”
The actor will be honored for his comedic career, with roles in iconic films such as “Grown Ups,” “Happy Gilmore” and “The Wedding Singer.” Films such as “Uncut Gems” and “Hustle,” as well as the upcoming “Spaceman,” demonstrate Sandler’s versatility as well.
Hosted by Simu Liu, the People’s...
“Adam Sandler has been a fixture in the industry for decades, entertaining us since he got his start on ‘Saturday Night Live’ more than 30 years ago,” Jen Neal, executive vice president of live events and specials at NBCUniversal Entertainment, said in a statement. “From Billy Madison to Mr. Deeds, his unforgettable characters have endured the test of time and left their mark on audiences for generations. We’re excited to honor him with this year’s People’s Icon Award.”
The actor will be honored for his comedic career, with roles in iconic films such as “Grown Ups,” “Happy Gilmore” and “The Wedding Singer.” Films such as “Uncut Gems” and “Hustle,” as well as the upcoming “Spaceman,” demonstrate Sandler’s versatility as well.
Hosted by Simu Liu, the People’s...
- 1/31/2024
- by Caroline Brew, Jaden Thompson and Diego Ramos Bechara
- Variety Film + TV
“The Second Best Hospital in The Galaxy” Trailer Out Now
The doctors are in! Prime Video has released the official trailer for the upcoming adult animated series “The Second Best Hospital in The Galaxy,” coming to the platform late next month.
The new series, produced by Maya Rudolph, Natasha Lyonne, and Danielle Renfrew Behrens’ Animal Pictures, follows Dr. Sleech (voiced by Stephanie Hsu) and Dr. Klak (Keke Palmer), two alien best friends-slash-intergalactically renowned surgeons in the business of rare illnesses, including anxiety-eating parasites, illegal time loops, and deep-space STIs.
Watch the trailer for “The Second Best Hospital in The Galaxy” below:
In addition to Hsu and Palmer, the voice cast will feature Rudolph, Lyonne, Kieran Culkin, Sam Smith, and more. Tracee Ellis Ross, Bowen Yang, Abbi Jacobson, Jay Ellis, Andrew Dismukes, Lennon Parham, Gary Anthony Williams, and John Waters will also make guest appearances throughout the first season, as will...
The doctors are in! Prime Video has released the official trailer for the upcoming adult animated series “The Second Best Hospital in The Galaxy,” coming to the platform late next month.
The new series, produced by Maya Rudolph, Natasha Lyonne, and Danielle Renfrew Behrens’ Animal Pictures, follows Dr. Sleech (voiced by Stephanie Hsu) and Dr. Klak (Keke Palmer), two alien best friends-slash-intergalactically renowned surgeons in the business of rare illnesses, including anxiety-eating parasites, illegal time loops, and deep-space STIs.
Watch the trailer for “The Second Best Hospital in The Galaxy” below:
In addition to Hsu and Palmer, the voice cast will feature Rudolph, Lyonne, Kieran Culkin, Sam Smith, and more. Tracee Ellis Ross, Bowen Yang, Abbi Jacobson, Jay Ellis, Andrew Dismukes, Lennon Parham, Gary Anthony Williams, and John Waters will also make guest appearances throughout the first season, as will...
- 1/30/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Over an impressive 11 years, every season of "Frasier" boasted some top-notch guest stars. The beloved sitcom, which recently returned for a revival show that was neither disappointing nor remarkable, featured everyone from Patrick Stewart to Michael Keaton and almost the entire cast of "Cheers" — the show on which Frasier Crane himself debuted.
But there were also a ton of major guest appearances that we never got to see. Dr. Crane famously ran a call-in talk radio show on Seattle's Kacl station, where he would dole out life advice to embattled residents of the Emerald City, many of whom were big-time celebrities. At one point Macaulay Culkin called Frasier's show as a self-conscious 43-year-old man who was concerned about his youthful voice. Then there was the time Helen Mirren sought Dr. Crane's advice about her kleptomania. But that's just the beginning of the sitcom's extensive list of unseen guest stars. In fact,...
But there were also a ton of major guest appearances that we never got to see. Dr. Crane famously ran a call-in talk radio show on Seattle's Kacl station, where he would dole out life advice to embattled residents of the Emerald City, many of whom were big-time celebrities. At one point Macaulay Culkin called Frasier's show as a self-conscious 43-year-old man who was concerned about his youthful voice. Then there was the time Helen Mirren sought Dr. Crane's advice about her kleptomania. But that's just the beginning of the sitcom's extensive list of unseen guest stars. In fact,...
- 1/28/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Home Alone star Catherine O’Hara is opening up about one of the longest-running questions surrounding the hit movie.
If you forgot, the Schitt’s Creek actress played Macaulay Culkin‘s mom in the franchise. That means that her character lived in the iconic Home Alone house.
There have been a lot of questions about the home over the years, especially after a recent analysis revealed that it would have cost a sizeable fortune.
People now wonder how the fictional McCallister family afforded the home, and Catherine had a few theories.
Keep reading to find out more…
Speaking to People, Catherine hypothesized that her onscreen husband Peter (played by John Heard), “had his own religion.”
She joked that the “Church of the McCallisters” allowed them to amass the funds necessary to buy the house. Her other theory: “Maybe he inherited it… they inherited it.”
“I thought the house was pretty amazing,” Catherine added.
If you forgot, the Schitt’s Creek actress played Macaulay Culkin‘s mom in the franchise. That means that her character lived in the iconic Home Alone house.
There have been a lot of questions about the home over the years, especially after a recent analysis revealed that it would have cost a sizeable fortune.
People now wonder how the fictional McCallister family afforded the home, and Catherine had a few theories.
Keep reading to find out more…
Speaking to People, Catherine hypothesized that her onscreen husband Peter (played by John Heard), “had his own religion.”
She joked that the “Church of the McCallisters” allowed them to amass the funds necessary to buy the house. Her other theory: “Maybe he inherited it… they inherited it.”
“I thought the house was pretty amazing,” Catherine added.
- 1/28/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
He lost a role in one major franchise, but gained another. In a recent interview, Josh Hutcherson claims he was almost cast as Kevin McCallister in one of the Home Alone movies.
“I was probably 11, I think, when I auditioned for it,” the 31-year-old actor recalled in an interview at BuzzFeed HQ. “It got down to me and the other guy. That was the first time that I tasted rejection, so that was really hard.”
It would have been a role in one of the later films in the series, following the first two films headlined by Macaulay Culkin. Alex D. Linz starred in 1997’s Home Alone 3, and three other movies followed in the series with different casts.
Hutcherson’s child actor career began with parts on ER and in the TV movie House Blend. Then he was in the 2007 fantasy film Bridge to Terabithia, followd by Journey to the Center of the Earth...
“I was probably 11, I think, when I auditioned for it,” the 31-year-old actor recalled in an interview at BuzzFeed HQ. “It got down to me and the other guy. That was the first time that I tasted rejection, so that was really hard.”
It would have been a role in one of the later films in the series, following the first two films headlined by Macaulay Culkin. Alex D. Linz starred in 1997’s Home Alone 3, and three other movies followed in the series with different casts.
Hutcherson’s child actor career began with parts on ER and in the TV movie House Blend. Then he was in the 2007 fantasy film Bridge to Terabithia, followd by Journey to the Center of the Earth...
- 1/20/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Josh Hutcherson has starred in some memorable projects since starting in the industry as a child, but there’s one role he lost out on that might surprise fans.
During a recent interview with BuzzFeed, the actor revealed he auditioned for one of the Home Alone films when he was younger.
“I was probably 11, I think, when I auditioned for it,” the Five Nights at Freddy’s actor recalled. “It got down to me and the other guy. That was the first time that I tasted rejection, so that was really hard.”
Though Hutcherson didn’t share what installment in the Home Alone franchise he auditioned for, based on the timeline, it would have been one of the newer films. Since the first two movies that Macaulay Culkin is most known for were released in 1990 and 1992, right around when Hutcherson was born.
As for the other installments, Alex D. Linz...
During a recent interview with BuzzFeed, the actor revealed he auditioned for one of the Home Alone films when he was younger.
“I was probably 11, I think, when I auditioned for it,” the Five Nights at Freddy’s actor recalled. “It got down to me and the other guy. That was the first time that I tasted rejection, so that was really hard.”
Though Hutcherson didn’t share what installment in the Home Alone franchise he auditioned for, based on the timeline, it would have been one of the newer films. Since the first two movies that Macaulay Culkin is most known for were released in 1990 and 1992, right around when Hutcherson was born.
As for the other installments, Alex D. Linz...
- 1/20/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘Succession’ Star Kieran Culkin Once Got Mad At A Fan For Taking His Pictures ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Succession star Kieran Culkin is currently on cloud nine after bagging the Golden Globe, Critics Choice Award, and Emmy for his outstanding performance as Roman Roy. The actor has garnered immense fame for his character, and obviously, fans tend to get excited when they spot their favorite actor in public. They also, without realizing it, sometimes annoy the stars. Something similar happened with Kieran once, and he got a little furious at the fan.
The series started in 2018 and ran for four seasons. The actor started his career with Home Alone alongside his brother Macaulay Culkin. Kieran appeared in films like Music of the Heart, Scott Pilgrim vs the World, and Igby Goes Down. But he became a household name for his role in the HBO series, which has got him some of the prestigious awards as well.
Succession star Kieran Culkin is currently on cloud nine after bagging the Golden Globe, Critics Choice Award, and Emmy for his outstanding performance as Roman Roy. The actor has garnered immense fame for his character, and obviously, fans tend to get excited when they spot their favorite actor in public. They also, without realizing it, sometimes annoy the stars. Something similar happened with Kieran once, and he got a little furious at the fan.
The series started in 2018 and ran for four seasons. The actor started his career with Home Alone alongside his brother Macaulay Culkin. Kieran appeared in films like Music of the Heart, Scott Pilgrim vs the World, and Igby Goes Down. But he became a household name for his role in the HBO series, which has got him some of the prestigious awards as well.
- 1/16/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
New year, new Hulu! As the streamer welcomes in dozens of new and classic titles this January, including its new whodunit series “Death and Other Details,” it will first have to say goodbye to the old.
A few titles have already been removed from the library so far this month, including the hit samurai thriller “13 Assassins,” but over the next few weeks of January, dozens more titles will be leaving the platform, including the beloved baseball coming-of-age comedy “The Sandlot,” several Christmas classics, and the 1996 box office buster “Twister.”
Don’t miss your last chance to watch— fill up your watch list with The Streamable’s top picks (and everything else) for what’s leaving Hulu this month!
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“Dinosaur 13” director Todd Douglas Miller picks another number with “Apollo 11,...
A few titles have already been removed from the library so far this month, including the hit samurai thriller “13 Assassins,” but over the next few weeks of January, dozens more titles will be leaving the platform, including the beloved baseball coming-of-age comedy “The Sandlot,” several Christmas classics, and the 1996 box office buster “Twister.”
Don’t miss your last chance to watch— fill up your watch list with The Streamable’s top picks (and everything else) for what’s leaving Hulu this month!
30-Day Free Trial $7.99+ / month hulu.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Leaving Hulu in January 2024? “Apollo 11” | Wednesday, Jan. 31
“Dinosaur 13” director Todd Douglas Miller picks another number with “Apollo 11,...
- 1/10/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Natasha Lyonne and Bryn Mooser pose for photos together while attending the 2024 Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday (January 7) in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The 44-year-old actress and the 44-year-old filmmaker were seen striking a couple of prom-like poses as they arrived for the annual event.
Natasha is actually a second time nominee at the show tonight, as she is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for her work in the Peacock series Poker Face! Her fellow nominees include Selena Gomez, Ayo Edebiri, Rachel Brosnahan, Elle Fanning and Quinta Brunson.
She was previously up for the same award in 2020 for her work on Russian Doll.
The week before, Natasha and Bryn attended the W Magazine and the Vanity Fair/Amazon’s MGM Studios parties. A month prior, they stepped out to support Macaulay Culkin at his Walk of Fame ceremony.
The 44-year-old actress and the 44-year-old filmmaker were seen striking a couple of prom-like poses as they arrived for the annual event.
Natasha is actually a second time nominee at the show tonight, as she is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for her work in the Peacock series Poker Face! Her fellow nominees include Selena Gomez, Ayo Edebiri, Rachel Brosnahan, Elle Fanning and Quinta Brunson.
She was previously up for the same award in 2020 for her work on Russian Doll.
The week before, Natasha and Bryn attended the W Magazine and the Vanity Fair/Amazon’s MGM Studios parties. A month prior, they stepped out to support Macaulay Culkin at his Walk of Fame ceremony.
- 1/8/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Natasha Lyonne and Bryn Mooser pose for photos together while attending the 2024 Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday (January 7) in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The 44-year-old actress and the 44-year-old filmmaker were seen striking a couple of prom-like poses as they arrived for the annual event.
Natasha is actually a second time nominee at the show tonight, as she is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for her work in the Peacock series Poker Face! Her fellow nominees include Selena Gomez, Ayo Edibiri, Rachel Brosnahan, Elle Fanning and Quinta Brunson.
She was previously up for the same award in 2020 for her work on Russian Doll.
The week before, Natasha and Bryn attended the W Magazine and the Vanity Fair/Amazon’s MGM Studios parties. A month prior, they stepped out to support Macaulay Culkin at his Walk of Fame ceremony.
The 44-year-old actress and the 44-year-old filmmaker were seen striking a couple of prom-like poses as they arrived for the annual event.
Natasha is actually a second time nominee at the show tonight, as she is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for her work in the Peacock series Poker Face! Her fellow nominees include Selena Gomez, Ayo Edibiri, Rachel Brosnahan, Elle Fanning and Quinta Brunson.
She was previously up for the same award in 2020 for her work on Russian Doll.
The week before, Natasha and Bryn attended the W Magazine and the Vanity Fair/Amazon’s MGM Studios parties. A month prior, they stepped out to support Macaulay Culkin at his Walk of Fame ceremony.
- 1/8/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
If you watched Home Alone 2 over the holidays, you likely caught Donald Trump making a brief cameo. The scene was filmed at the Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, and found Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) asking him for directions.
While speaking with Business Insider in 2020, Home Alone 2 director Chris Columbus claimed that Donald Trump “bullied” his way into the movie. “Like most locations in New York City, you just pay a fee and you are allowed to shoot in that location,” Columbus said. “We approached The Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, because we wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage.“
Columbus continued: “Trump said Ok. We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie.’ So we agreed to put him in the movie,...
While speaking with Business Insider in 2020, Home Alone 2 director Chris Columbus claimed that Donald Trump “bullied” his way into the movie. “Like most locations in New York City, you just pay a fee and you are allowed to shoot in that location,” Columbus said. “We approached The Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, because we wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage.“
Columbus continued: “Trump said Ok. We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie.’ So we agreed to put him in the movie,...
- 12/28/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Donald Trump is looking back on his cameo in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.
If you forgot, the former president made a brief appearance alongside franchise star Macaulay Culkin in the movie, which was initially released in 1992.
In the years since its premiere, director Chris Columbus has reflected on Donald‘s appearance in the movie. In 2020, he went as far as to say that the billionaire who owned the Plaza Hotel insisted on appearing in the movie if it filmed in the hotel.
Speaking to Business Insider, he acknowledged that the moment was a hit but added that Donald “did bully his way into the movie.”
Donald has a different recollection about his involvement and would also like credit for the movie’s success.
Keep reading to find out more…
In a post on his social media site Truth Social, Donald claims that Chris and others involved with...
If you forgot, the former president made a brief appearance alongside franchise star Macaulay Culkin in the movie, which was initially released in 1992.
In the years since its premiere, director Chris Columbus has reflected on Donald‘s appearance in the movie. In 2020, he went as far as to say that the billionaire who owned the Plaza Hotel insisted on appearing in the movie if it filmed in the hotel.
Speaking to Business Insider, he acknowledged that the moment was a hit but added that Donald “did bully his way into the movie.”
Donald has a different recollection about his involvement and would also like credit for the movie’s success.
Keep reading to find out more…
In a post on his social media site Truth Social, Donald claims that Chris and others involved with...
- 12/28/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
What’s Christmas without the Grinch? Donald Trump has lashed out against Home Alone 2: Lost in New York director Chris Columbus over comments alleging that the multi-indicted former president had to “bully” his way into his infamous cameo in the film.
It’s long been known that Trump’s bit part in Home Alone 2, in which he gives Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister directions to the Plaza Hotel lobby, was an act of quid pro quo. Trump owned the Plaza at the time, and when the production asked to film inside the iconic building, the egotistical landlord had one condition on top of the standard fee request:
“We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie,'” Columbus told Business Insider. “So we agreed to put him in the movie, and when we...
It’s long been known that Trump’s bit part in Home Alone 2, in which he gives Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister directions to the Plaza Hotel lobby, was an act of quid pro quo. Trump owned the Plaza at the time, and when the production asked to film inside the iconic building, the egotistical landlord had one condition on top of the standard fee request:
“We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie,'” Columbus told Business Insider. “So we agreed to put him in the movie, and when we...
- 12/27/2023
- by Ben Kaye
- Consequence - Film News
Home Alone is a holiday classic.
From the mischievous yet resourceful Kevin, played by Macaulay Culkin, to the bumbling burglars Harry and Marv, portrayed by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern, respectively, the Home Alone ensemble became ingrained in our holiday traditions. But beyond their on-screen antics, how has their wealth shaped up since the movie’s release in 1990?
We’re looking at the net worth of the Home Alone cast, exploring their journeys from the booby-trapped McCallister house to their current financial standings.
Click through to find out who are the richest stars of Home Alone…...
From the mischievous yet resourceful Kevin, played by Macaulay Culkin, to the bumbling burglars Harry and Marv, portrayed by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern, respectively, the Home Alone ensemble became ingrained in our holiday traditions. But beyond their on-screen antics, how has their wealth shaped up since the movie’s release in 1990?
We’re looking at the net worth of the Home Alone cast, exploring their journeys from the booby-trapped McCallister house to their current financial standings.
Click through to find out who are the richest stars of Home Alone…...
- 12/27/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
[Note: This post contains spoilers for the Slow Horses Season 3 finale, “Footprints.”]
’Tis the season for watching and taking inspiration from Home Alone as Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) is far from alone in using dangerous booby traps to ward off a threat. Fargo embraces this method throughout its fifth season with Juno Temple’s Minnesota housewife Dot taking valuable lessons from Kevin and the Looney Toons universe to outsmart the lackeys intent on kidnapping her.
’Tis the season for watching and taking inspiration from Home Alone as Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) is far from alone in using dangerous booby traps to ward off a threat. Fargo embraces this method throughout its fifth season with Juno Temple’s Minnesota housewife Dot taking valuable lessons from Kevin and the Looney Toons universe to outsmart the lackeys intent on kidnapping her.
- 12/27/2023
- by Emma Fraser
- Primetimer
Jason Momoa’s Net Worth Is A Staggering 7900% Higher Than Mera Amber Heard! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Aquaman 2 actor Jason Momoa has been currently grabbing headlines due to his recently released film Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. The actor who has bid farewell to Dceu’s one of the most loved superhero, enjoys a wealthy kingdom in the real world as well – a staggering asset worth $40 million!
A lot has been contributed to this wealth by his paychecks from one of the most successful films of DC – Aquaman and Aquaman 2. Interestingly, the actor’s net worth is a whopping 7900% higher than his counterpart in the film – Amber Heard.
Jason Momoa’s $40 million net worth boasts of his elaborate paychecks, luxurious Villa, and pleasure-loving life. His net worth is a staggering 7900% higher than Amber Heard‘s $0.5 million net worth, which drastically dropped after her ugly divorce from Johnny Depp.
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Aquaman 2 actor Jason Momoa has been currently grabbing headlines due to his recently released film Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. The actor who has bid farewell to Dceu’s one of the most loved superhero, enjoys a wealthy kingdom in the real world as well – a staggering asset worth $40 million!
A lot has been contributed to this wealth by his paychecks from one of the most successful films of DC – Aquaman and Aquaman 2. Interestingly, the actor’s net worth is a whopping 7900% higher than his counterpart in the film – Amber Heard.
Jason Momoa’s $40 million net worth boasts of his elaborate paychecks, luxurious Villa, and pleasure-loving life. His net worth is a staggering 7900% higher than Amber Heard‘s $0.5 million net worth, which drastically dropped after her ugly divorce from Johnny Depp.
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- 12/26/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Home Alone Star Macaulay Culkin’s 1500% Profit Making Film To The Last Movie Of The Series – Where To Watch Them All ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
McCauley Culkin has been in the news for the past few days due to a fan-made trailer of Home Alone 3. Culkin starred in the first part of the much-loved series of films where he played 8-year-old Kevin McCallister. The Christmas Comedy film was released in 1990 and is still one of the most loved films to watch in the Holiday season.
The first two movies of this film series were directed by Chris Columbus and starred the Richie Rich star, who was paid $100K and then $5 Million for each part, respectively. The first part was made on a budget of $18 Million and earned a profit of around 1483%, collecting $285 million in North America and $288 million worldwide.
As the film is jumping ranks on Netflix’s list of popular films,...
McCauley Culkin has been in the news for the past few days due to a fan-made trailer of Home Alone 3. Culkin starred in the first part of the much-loved series of films where he played 8-year-old Kevin McCallister. The Christmas Comedy film was released in 1990 and is still one of the most loved films to watch in the Holiday season.
The first two movies of this film series were directed by Chris Columbus and starred the Richie Rich star, who was paid $100K and then $5 Million for each part, respectively. The first part was made on a budget of $18 Million and earned a profit of around 1483%, collecting $285 million in North America and $288 million worldwide.
As the film is jumping ranks on Netflix’s list of popular films,...
- 12/26/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Actress Kristin Minter played Kevin’s older cousin Heather McCallister in the 1990 Christmas film ‘Home Alone’, but in the 33-years since it was released, she’s never watched the film in its entirety.
Kristin Minter, 58, played Heather McCallister in the 1990 film, an older cousin to Macauley Culkin’s Kevin, and she appears frequently in the first twenty minutes.
One of her biggest scenes is when she answers the door to Joe Pesci’s character, Harry Lime, who is pretending to be a policeman to scope out which houses will be empty over Christmas for him and his ‘Wet Bandits’ pal Marv to rob, reports mirror.co.uk.
Minter told the Daily Mail that the closest she got to watching the film was at a screening – but the sight of herself on the big screen made her feel nauseous.
She said: “I’ve actually only seen Home Alone – and I wouldn...
Kristin Minter, 58, played Heather McCallister in the 1990 film, an older cousin to Macauley Culkin’s Kevin, and she appears frequently in the first twenty minutes.
One of her biggest scenes is when she answers the door to Joe Pesci’s character, Harry Lime, who is pretending to be a policeman to scope out which houses will be empty over Christmas for him and his ‘Wet Bandits’ pal Marv to rob, reports mirror.co.uk.
Minter told the Daily Mail that the closest she got to watching the film was at a screening – but the sight of herself on the big screen made her feel nauseous.
She said: “I’ve actually only seen Home Alone – and I wouldn...
- 12/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Christmas Holiday Films Box Office Ranked: From Highest-Grossing $285 Million Home Alone To Least-Grossing Elf (Picture Credit: IMDb)
As the Holiday season has officially started, we’ve got you covered for most of the days. If you need a relaxing couch session or want to spend time with your TV or laptop screens, we have the perfect list of the highest-grossing Christmas films ever.
Recently, while Bruce Willis ended the long pending debate about whether Die Hard is a Christmas film or not to Home Alone 3’s fan-made trailer starring Macaulay Culkin going viral on the internet, people are talking about the Christmas classics we’ve loved watching growing up, on Christmas or otherwise.
We’ve curated the list of top 5 highest-grossing films based on the theme of Christmas, which have raked in millions at the box office. While these films are yet again jumping the popularity charts, here’s...
As the Holiday season has officially started, we’ve got you covered for most of the days. If you need a relaxing couch session or want to spend time with your TV or laptop screens, we have the perfect list of the highest-grossing Christmas films ever.
Recently, while Bruce Willis ended the long pending debate about whether Die Hard is a Christmas film or not to Home Alone 3’s fan-made trailer starring Macaulay Culkin going viral on the internet, people are talking about the Christmas classics we’ve loved watching growing up, on Christmas or otherwise.
We’ve curated the list of top 5 highest-grossing films based on the theme of Christmas, which have raked in millions at the box office. While these films are yet again jumping the popularity charts, here’s...
- 12/25/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
“Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” was the 1992 sequel to “Home Alone.” The movie starred Macaulay Culkin in his star-making role as Kevin McCallister. The sequel also featured a cameo from Donald Trump, then the owner of New York’s Plaza Hotel. Chris Columbus, who directed both movies, told Business Insider that Trump forced his way into the movie, which wasn’t standard at the time.
Columbus said that Trump’s appearance was required so that the team could shoot in the hotel. He explained, “We wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage.”
Typically, a production team could pay a fee to use a physical location, but Trump wanted more than just money. “We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie,'” Columbus continued. “So we...
Columbus said that Trump’s appearance was required so that the team could shoot in the hotel. He explained, “We wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage.”
Typically, a production team could pay a fee to use a physical location, but Trump wanted more than just money. “We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie,'” Columbus continued. “So we...
- 12/24/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Home Alone Star Macaulay Culkin’s $18 Million Net Worth Decoded (Picture Credit: Facebook & Instagram)
Guess who is back in the news again? All of our alter egos – Macaulay Culkin. The boy whom all of us better remember as Kevin McCallister from Home Alone & Home Alone 2: Lost In New York. But why is he in the news again? Well, a fan-made trailer for Home Alone 3 has been going viral. This parody trailer titled Kevin’s Revenge has brought back all the memories of this Holiday Classic.
This parody trailer has grabbed a lot of eyeballs, and people have started recalling the Christmas Comedy Film. While some want to know how rich the McCallisters were, others want to know how rich Kevin is in real.
Well, have all covered here. Macaulay Culkin, who played Kevin in Home Alone when he was 11, enjoys a net worth of $18 Million. However, the actor,...
Guess who is back in the news again? All of our alter egos – Macaulay Culkin. The boy whom all of us better remember as Kevin McCallister from Home Alone & Home Alone 2: Lost In New York. But why is he in the news again? Well, a fan-made trailer for Home Alone 3 has been going viral. This parody trailer titled Kevin’s Revenge has brought back all the memories of this Holiday Classic.
This parody trailer has grabbed a lot of eyeballs, and people have started recalling the Christmas Comedy Film. While some want to know how rich the McCallisters were, others want to know how rich Kevin is in real.
Well, have all covered here. Macaulay Culkin, who played Kevin in Home Alone when he was 11, enjoys a net worth of $18 Million. However, the actor,...
- 12/24/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Donald Trump "bullied his way" into 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York'.The former US president has a cameo in the popular holiday sequel and director Chris Columbus has confirmed the 77-year-old billionaire insisted he appeared alongside star Macaulay Culkin in the 1992 film as a condition for them being allowed to shoot in The Plaza Hotel.Chris told Business Insider: “Like most locations in New York City, you just pay a fee and you are allowed to shoot in that location. We approached The Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, because we wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage.“Trump said Ok. We paid the fee, but he also said, ‘The only way you can use the Plaza is if I’m in the movie.' "And though they had considered simply leaving the cameo on the cutting room floor,...
- 12/24/2023
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
Donald Trump was accused of applying quid pro quo during his time at the White House, and Home Alone: Lost in New York director is now confirming that’s the way the twice-impeached president got himself a cameo in the holiday film classic.
Chris Columbus returned to helm the Home Alone sequel following the success of the first film starring Macaulay Culkin. In a new interview, Columbus details how Trump weaseled his way into an on-camera appearance.
“Like most locations in New York City, you just pay a fee and you are allowed to shoot in that location. We approached The Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, because we wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage,” Columbus said in an interview with Business Insider.
Trump agreed to having the film shoot at his hotel under the condition that he appear In the movie.
Chris Columbus returned to helm the Home Alone sequel following the success of the first film starring Macaulay Culkin. In a new interview, Columbus details how Trump weaseled his way into an on-camera appearance.
“Like most locations in New York City, you just pay a fee and you are allowed to shoot in that location. We approached The Plaza Hotel, which Trump owned at the time, because we wanted to shoot in the lobby. We couldn’t rebuild The Plaza on a soundstage,” Columbus said in an interview with Business Insider.
Trump agreed to having the film shoot at his hotel under the condition that he appear In the movie.
- 12/24/2023
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
You know what they say about Old Man Marley, the South Bend Shovel Slayer? Back in ’58, he murdered his whole family and half the people on a suburban Chicago block with a snow shovel. He’s been hiding out there ever since, disguising the remains of his misdeeds by turning victims to mummies, and using the dust off their bones to salt our streets.
That’s what the kids in the McCallister house tell each other every cold December night when the lonely stranger played by Roberts Blossom appears outside their window. It’s of course a lie, but the truth was originally a lot more enigmatic in the early drafts of the Home Alone screenplay penned by John Hughes, who was a maestro of family and youth entertainment during the 1980s and early ‘90s.
At its inception, Home Alone was both a departure and a return to the well for Hughes.
That’s what the kids in the McCallister house tell each other every cold December night when the lonely stranger played by Roberts Blossom appears outside their window. It’s of course a lie, but the truth was originally a lot more enigmatic in the early drafts of the Home Alone screenplay penned by John Hughes, who was a maestro of family and youth entertainment during the 1980s and early ‘90s.
At its inception, Home Alone was both a departure and a return to the well for Hughes.
- 12/23/2023
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Home Alone is one of the most beloved Christmas movies of the last three decades and one frequent question that fans have is… how much money does the McCallister family have?!
The family lives in a gorgeous home in an exclusive neighborhood in Chicago and the value of the home has now been revealed.
The New York Times places the family in the Top 1% based on the value of the house.
Keep reading to find out more…
The newspaper worked with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and determined that the family would’ve needed an income of about $305,000 back in 1990 to have afforded the house. This would place them in the Top 1% of families in Chicago.
The home currently has a value of $2.34 million and it was determined that a family would need an annual income of $730,000 to afford the home right now.
While the home is valued at $2.34 million right now,...
The family lives in a gorgeous home in an exclusive neighborhood in Chicago and the value of the home has now been revealed.
The New York Times places the family in the Top 1% based on the value of the house.
Keep reading to find out more…
The newspaper worked with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and determined that the family would’ve needed an income of about $305,000 back in 1990 to have afforded the house. This would place them in the Top 1% of families in Chicago.
The home currently has a value of $2.34 million and it was determined that a family would need an annual income of $730,000 to afford the home right now.
While the home is valued at $2.34 million right now,...
- 12/23/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
How Wealthy Were the McCallisters in ‘Home Alone’? The Federal Reserve Says They’re in the 1 Percent
It’s been 33 years since Home Alone was released on the big screen, and fans are just now getting an answer to an age-old question: How wealthy was the McCallister family?
Not only did the famous movie family — Peter (John Heard) and Kate McCallister (Catherine O’Hara) and their five children, including Kevin (Macaulay Culkin) — live in quite a large home, but they were also headed out on a trip to Paris in the 1990 film.
So The New York Times decided to get to the bottom of it, working with three economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago — Max Gillet, Cindy Hull and Thomas Walstrum.
Since the McCallisters’ home is an actual real-world property in the Chicago suburb of Winnetka, the economists were able to compare data from household incomes in the Chicago area in the 1990s, the house’s property value and mortgage rates, as well as taxes and insurance.
Not only did the famous movie family — Peter (John Heard) and Kate McCallister (Catherine O’Hara) and their five children, including Kevin (Macaulay Culkin) — live in quite a large home, but they were also headed out on a trip to Paris in the 1990 film.
So The New York Times decided to get to the bottom of it, working with three economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago — Max Gillet, Cindy Hull and Thomas Walstrum.
Since the McCallisters’ home is an actual real-world property in the Chicago suburb of Winnetka, the economists were able to compare data from household incomes in the Chicago area in the 1990s, the house’s property value and mortgage rates, as well as taxes and insurance.
- 12/21/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
By the early 1990s, it was still fairly rare to see a Hollywood production invade New England to shoot a film. Things had certainly been made here: Ever heard of Jaws? It was shot entirely on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. And I made a documentary about another one: Stephen King’s Pet Sematary, which was shot entirely in Maine in 1988. In fact, much of my documentary film work has focused on stories native to New England. But, still, we didn’t see the kind of movie activity and buzz that we see nowadays. Despite its natural beauty of mountains, rocky coastlines, and beautiful beaches, New England can be difficult (and expensive) to navigate for a film crew. What’s more, during certain months of the year our weather can be unpredictable and harsh. We’re known for our Nor’easters and blizzards and even the occasional hurricane in the autumn months.
- 12/20/2023
- by John Campopiano
- bloody-disgusting.com
In many ways, Chris Columbus and John Hughes made the most successful Christmas movie of all time with Home Alone. Sure, there are other movies that might rank high in the pantheon for some, but in terms of box office alone, this was a juggernaut, grossing $476 million in 1990, which, adjusted for inflation, is about $1.1 Billion in 2023. No other Christmas movie comes close to that number, and that’s not even counting how much money it made on home video, where it was one of the biggest-selling titles of all time, plus all its plays on cable, streaming and more.
Yet, it’s also a movie that would never be made now, with the film climaxing with Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister laying a series of traps for Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern’s Harry and Marv that would likely put real men in their graves. Crazy as it sounds, Home Alone...
Yet, it’s also a movie that would never be made now, with the film climaxing with Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister laying a series of traps for Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern’s Harry and Marv that would likely put real men in their graves. Crazy as it sounds, Home Alone...
- 12/20/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
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