He’s got jokes. Arnold Schwarzenegger made a rare comment about ex-wife Maria Shriver while promoting his newest holiday movie, “The Man With the Bag,” at Amazon’s Upfront 2025 Presentation in New York City on Monday. The 77-year-old “Terminator” star likened the upcoming flick to another Christmas classic he starred in, “Jingle All the Way.” He then … Read more
It all began under the mistletoe. Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley worked together on a Christmas movie three years before they debuted their unexpected romance on social media Easter weekend. In 2022’s “Christmas in Paradise” on Netflix, Cyrus, 63, played Jimmy Love and Hurley, 59, played Joanna Christmas. The film, which also features Kelsey Grammer, … Read more
Alone without a homeland? “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” director Chris Columbus wants Donald Trump’s cameo removed from the beloved movie but fears his director’s cut would get him deported from the US. The filmmaker, 66, opened up about President Trump’s seven-second appearance in the 1992 movie during an interview with the San … Read more
He sits on a throne of lies. Will Ferrell was in full “Elf” regalia while attending a recent NHL game. On Sunday, Dec. 29, the former “Saturday Night Live” star, 57, wore his outfit from his famous 2003 movie “Elf” to the Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena. He was spotted in the stands watching a game … Read more
It all makes sense now, ya filthy animals! The director of the beloved 1990 Christmas classic “Home Alone” has finally revealed what Kevin McCallister’s parents did to afford their massive Chicago mansion. “Back then, John [Hughes] and I had a conversation about it,” Chris Columbus explained to the Hollywood Reporter in an interview published on Tuesday, “and we decided … Read more
It’s a fumble for the Kelce brothers with this Christmas gift. On the Tuesday episode of Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast, a fan turned to the brothers for advice on when, “if ever,” is an appropriate time to let your partner know that they’re a “bad gift giver.” The co-hosts took the opportunity … Read more
‘Tis the season for streaming! It’s that special time of year — when we celebrate the joy, love and laughter of Christmas in a special way: by streaming holiday movies. And with more streaming platforms than ever before, you’re spoiled with choices when it comes to festive films. Technically the beginning of the 12 days … Read more
We triple-dog-dare you to find a better depiction of the holidays. When “A Christmas Story” premiered in 1983, screenwriter Jean Shepherd pulled antidotes from his own life to create the Christmas comedy — including the infamous leg lamp. And Quentin Schultze, the author of “You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out! Life Lessons from the Movie “A … Read more
Everybody knows the famous line “Every time a bell rings an angel gets its wings.” But there’s an even more inspiring message to be gleaned from Hollywood history: Sometimes when a movie flops, it gets a second chance. That, bewilderingly, is what happened to “It’s A Wonderful Life,” Frank Capra’s seasonal classic that many today … Read more
He wasn’t feeling holiday cheer. Director Chris Columbus, best known for the “Home Alone,” Mrs. Doubtfire” and “Harry Potter” movies, said he was also supposed to direct 1989’s “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” — but opted out because of the movie’s star, Chevy Chase. “I was signed on … and then I met Chevy Chase. Even given … Read more
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Don’t get left behind this Christmas. If you think that airport mad-dash scene in Home Alone is pure Hollywood, you’re wrong, according to a new survey. Out of 2,000 adults who’ve booked a flight, 13 percent admitted to missing an early morning alarm — or hitting the snooze button one too many times — ahead of an … Read more
‘Tis the season for a trip down memory lane. With Christmas swiftly approaching, it’s time to bust out your favorite holiday classics. From “Miracle on 34th Street” to “A Christmas Story,” these films are so beloved that families cozy up by the fire to watch year after year. But where are the young stars in … Read more
Oh, fudge! An employee at the “A Christmas Story” home in Ohio lost his wedding ring while packing leg lamps and other merch meant for fans of Jean Shepherd’s sensational 1983 holiday comedy, which starred Peter Billingsley as Ralphie and Darren McGavin as The Old Man. “If you’ve recently placed an order with us,” house … Read more
As the saying goes, behind every great man is an even greater woman. Mario Lopez and wife Courtney Lopez proved that point, as they both starred in their first Great American Family holiday film together, “Once Upon a Christmas Wish.” However, working with a spouse isn’t always easy, and Mario admitted there were some challenges. “The … Read more
Have you ever watched a holiday rom-com on Hallmark Channel or Lifetime — or any of the other many networks and streamers that now air them — and thought, “I could write that”? It’s harder than you may think — but just as fun. Regular writers of Christmas fare for Hallmark Channel, Great American Family … Read more
Don’t toy with our hearts, Nancy. Jude Law and Nancy Meyers have fans of “The Holiday” on edge after the pair hinted they are working on a sequel to the 2006 romantic comedy, which could see the return of a beloved character — Mr. Napkin Head. Law, 51, and Meyers, 75, who wrote and directed … Read more
Ever want to pack up and escape on a solo escapade like Amanda and Iris did in “The Holiday”? Well, with inflation, it’ll cost you an arm and a leg in 2024. Here’s a comparison of how much money Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and Iris (Kate Winslet) spent in the 2006 classic holiday movie versus what … Read more
KEVIN! Though Macaulay Culkin played the lovable misfit Kevin in the classic Christmas movie “Home Alone,” the actor’s three-year-old son believes he is the iconic character that his dad portrayed. Culkin, 44, and his fiancée Brenda Song, 36, share two sons, Dakota, 3, and a 2-year-old whose name the couple has not revealed. The “Home … Read more
Actress Lindsay Lohan is a masterful holiday comedy star, but don’t underestimate how seriously she takes Christmas. Especially now that she’s a mom. “I’m very nerdy when it comes to wrapping presents,” admits Lohan, via Zoom from her home in Dubai. “I love the art of wrapping. I will wrap any of my friends’ presents … Read more