James Brolin reveals how he nearly played James Bond in ‘Octopussy’

James Brolin reveals how he nearly played James Bond in ‘Octopussy’

Brolin, James Brolin. The 84-year-old Hollywood legend revealed in a new interview with People that he nearly played James Bond in his 40s, after Roger Moore “said he would never do another” film in the franchise before 1983’s “Octopussy.” “He was out, so I flew over and I met all the people,” Brolin recalled. “And … Read more

Exclusive | Eric Stonestreet formed ‘comedic bond’ with Peter Dinklage on ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ — despite ‘tense’ set

Exclusive | Eric Stonestreet formed ‘comedic bond’ with Peter Dinklage on ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ — despite ‘tense’ set

Nothing builds friendship quite like murder. “Dexter: Resurrection” newcomers Eric Stonestreet and Peter Dinklage hit it off on set of the Paramount+ drama. The “Modern Family” alum reflected on their off-screen connection at the show’s world premiere in New York City on Wednesday. “Peter and I formed quite a comedic bond,” Stonestreet, 53, exclusively told … Read more

‘Jeopardy!’ under fire over ‘poorly phrased’ James Bond clue

‘Jeopardy!’ under fire over ‘poorly phrased’ James Bond clue

“Jeopardy!” is taking some heat for a confusing James Bond clue.  Earlier this week, a Final Jeopardy prompt about the beloved film franchise left fans scratching their heads, as they argued that the clue was “convoluted.” During an episode that aired on July 7, host Ken Jennings announced that “Movie Music” was the category for the Final … Read more

Dan Bucatinsky details his cherished bond with ‘Hacks’ co-stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder

Dan Bucatinsky details his cherished bond with ‘Hacks’ co-stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder

The curtain has closed on another season of “Hacks.” Dan Bucatinsky, who plays Rob, the executive producer of “Late Night with Deborah Vance,” on the comedy/drama, is getting candid on wrapping Season 4 — and the best part of filming the Max series. “It was the relationship that I was able to form with Jean Smart … Read more

‘Yellowjackets’ star Steven Krueger on his ‘amazing’ bond with fiancée Candice King’s kids — and their wedding plans

‘Yellowjackets’ star Steven Krueger on his ‘amazing’ bond with fiancée Candice King’s kids — and their wedding plans

It was love at first bite. Steven Krueger and Candice King first met in 2013 while filming “The Vampire Diaries” spinoff “The Originals,” and now they are engaged. Not only is Krueger, 35, marrying King, 38, but he’s gaining two step-daughters, as the “Kingshighway” actress is mom to daughters Florence, 9, and Josephine, 4, with … Read more

Women bond over shocking mother-in-law stories: ‘She watches us through the windows’

Women bond over shocking mother-in-law stories: ‘She watches us through the windows’

A woman recently asked her TikTok followers to share some of the most “unhinged mother-in-law stories” — and people did not disappoint. “Tell me your most unhinged monster-in-law stories. Not just [that] she was obsessed with her kid or hated you. Give me all the crazy tea? What’s the most f—ed thing she has ever … Read more

The secrets of a meaningful and lifelong grandparent-grandchild bond

The secrets of a meaningful and lifelong grandparent-grandchild bond

Each Friday night, Jewish families do what we have done for thousands of years. We sit down for the moment we have anticipated all week: Shabbat dinner. Before the meal, we engage in a few ritual practices. The woman of the house lights the Shabbat candles, ushering in the sacred day. We welcome the Sabbath … Read more

James Bond contender Harris Dickinson addresses 007 speculation

James Bond contender Harris Dickinson addresses 007 speculation

The name’s Dickinson… Harris Dickinson. On Thursday, the young actor, 28, addressed rumors that he’s in the running to be the new James Bond. While at Cannes, Dickinson was asked who he thought should be the next British Secret Service agent in the franchise. Harris Dickinson poses during the “Urchin” photocall at the 78th annual … Read more

‘James Bond’ and ‘Walking Tall’ actor Joe Don Baker dead at 89

‘James Bond’ and ‘Walking Tall’ actor Joe Don Baker dead at 89

Hollywood has lost one of their own. Actor Joe Don Baker died at age 89 on May 7, per his obituary. The star was perhaps best known for his role as Sheriff Buford Pusser in the 1973 action/thriller “Walking Tall.” Baker first rose to fame in the 1972 western flick “Junior Bonner,” playing Curly, the younger brother … Read more

Rosamund Pike claims she was asked to strip down to her underwear during uncomfortable James Bond audition

Rosamund Pike claims she was asked to strip down to her underwear during uncomfortable James Bond audition

Rosamund Pike stood on business when she auditioned for the James Bond franchise. In a new interview with Harper’s Bazaar UK, the 46-year-old actress recalled her uncomfortable tryout for the 2002 film “Die Another Day.” “In the Bond audition, I was asked to unzip and drop the dress I was wearing, to just stand there in … Read more

Exclusive | The name’s Bond, James Bond — Which stars could get 007’s license to kill amid Amazon shakeups, according to experts

Exclusive | The name’s Bond, James Bond — Which stars could get 007’s license to kill amid Amazon shakeups, according to experts

A double-0-dilemma.  Lately, the name’s been everywhere — Bond, James Bond. While speculation had been rampant as to who should and would play 007 after Daniel Craig made his final bow as Bond in 2021’s “No Time to Die,” the rumor mill sped up faster than an Astin Martin when news broke in late February … Read more

Work wives and happy hours are becoming extinct — here’s how to bond with co-workers

Work wives and happy hours are becoming extinct — here’s how to bond with co-workers

Happy hour? More like solo hour. A study by HR platform Nectar found that more than two-thirds of workers crave closer colleague connections — with a whopping 80% of 18- to 24-year-olds longing for a work bestie.  In a pre-COVID world, grabbing drinks with coworkers or bonding over a daily Sweetgreen salad was a sacred … Read more

‘Bond girl’ Ana de Armas rejects changing characters to satisfy diversity goals: ‘Let James be James’

‘Bond girl’ Ana de Armas rejects changing characters to satisfy diversity goals: ‘Let James be James’

Movie star Ana de Armas argued that the entertainment industry should create new characters rather than gender-swap established characters like James Bond or John Wick. In recent years, the entertainment industry has been in a constant battle over changing the race, gender, and other aspects of classic characters to cater to modern cultural norms. Some … Read more

Rosamund Pike’s James Bond sex scene with Pierce Brosnan left her ‘mortified’

Rosamund Pike’s James Bond sex scene with Pierce Brosnan left her ‘mortified’

Rosamund Pike was left shaken and stirred following a James Bond sex scene with Pierce Brosnan. The “Gone Girl” actress opened up about the incident on the Tuesday, April 1, episode of “David Tennant Does a Podcast With …” while discussing the 2002 film “Die Another Day.” Rosamund Pike discussed the incident on the Tuesday, … Read more

Helen Mirren blasts ‘James Bond’ franchise over ‘profound sexism’

Helen Mirren blasts ‘James Bond’ franchise over ‘profound sexism’

Not stirred. Helen Mirren has criticized the James Bond franchise for “profound sexism” while also saying she doesn’t believe the next 007 should be female. The Oscar-winner, 79, spoke about the famed fictional spy in an interview promoting her new series “MobLand,” which she stars in alongside Pierce Brosnan, 71, who played Bond in four … Read more

Bruce Glover, James Bond ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ villain, dead at 92

Bruce Glover, James Bond ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ villain, dead at 92

Bruce Glover, best known for playing the assassin Mr. Wint in the James Bond film, “Diamonds Are Forever,” died at 92 years old on Mar. 12. The veteran character actor’s son, Crispin Hellion Glover, confirmed the death on his Instagram page Saturday, but did not provide further details. A cause of death was not revealed. … Read more

The best choice to be the next James Bond? A total nobody

The best choice to be the next James Bond? A total nobody

Who should be the next James Bond is always a tough question. But never more so than right now. Murmurs got loud after Daniel Craig donned the tuxedo for the final time in 2021’s “No Time To Die.”  Daniel Craig last played James Bond in 2021’s “No Time to Die.” ©Sony Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection However, … Read more

Pierce Brosnan says next James Bond actor must be British: ‘Everything falls apart’

Pierce Brosnan says next James Bond actor must be British: ‘Everything falls apart’

Pierce Brosnan has weighed in on the continuous whispers about the rumored new James Bond — saying the next 007 actor simply must be British. Brosnan, who helmed the iconic 007 role from 1995 until 2002, has been vocal about the iconic franchise’s future as the search for Daniel Craig’s successor rages on. Still, the … Read more

Daniel Craig thought about ‘never’ working again after playing James Bond for 15 years

Daniel Craig thought about ‘never’ working again after playing James Bond for 15 years

Daniel Craig didn’t want to mess up his lucky streak. The actor, 56, recently revealed he had no game plan after wrapping up his 15-year reign as James Bond other than possibly never working again. Craig spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about his life post-007 and the unexpected journey it led him on to play … Read more

Former ‘Bond Girl’ trashes idea of female James Bond: ‘Like Mary Poppins being played by a man’

Former ‘Bond Girl’ trashes idea of female James Bond: ‘Like Mary Poppins being played by a man’

British actress Gemma Arterton doesn’t agree with the idea of a gender-swapped James Bond, thinking moviegoers would find it “outrageous.” In a recent interview with UK outlet, The Times, Arterton pointed out that James Bond being portrayed as a woman is absurd on its face. “Isn’t a female James Bond like Mary Poppins being played … Read more