Dakota Johnson gave Charlie Hunnam a ‘hard time’ for dropping out of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’

Dakota Johnson gave Charlie Hunnam a ‘hard time’ for dropping out of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’

Dakota Johnson didn’t let Charlie Hunnam off easy over turning down the role of Christian Grey in “Fifty Shades of Grey” when the pair recently crossed paths. Hunnam said he had “no regrets at all” about dropping out of the 2015 erotic romantic drama based on E. L. James’ books of the same name. He also … Read more

James Foley, director behind ‘House of Cards,’ ‘Fifty Shades’ and ‘Fear,’ dead at 71

James Foley, director behind ‘House of Cards,’ ‘Fifty Shades’ and ‘Fear,’ dead at 71

James Foley, whose decades-long directing career spanned both film and television, has passed away at 71. The legendary filmmaker died “peacefully in his sleep earlier this week” in Los Angeles after a “years-long struggle” with brain cancer, his rep told The Hollywood Reporter on Thursday. Foley’s directing credits include the classic films “At Close Range” … Read more

Exclusive | Moves not like Jagger: How Mick’s partner Melanie Hamrick went from a prima ballerina to an erotic novelist

Exclusive | Moves not like Jagger: How Mick’s partner Melanie Hamrick went from a prima ballerina to an erotic novelist

As Mick Jagger’s partner of 10 years — with the promise ring to prove it — former prima ballerina Melanie Hamrick choreographed the rock ballet “Porte Rouge” that was inspired by the music of the Rolling Stones. But despite their decade-long pas de deux, Hamrick — who retired from the American Ballet Theatre after 15 … Read more

How romance novels have shaped Americans’ real lives

How romance novels have shaped Americans’ real lives

According to research, Noah from “The Notebook” is the most beloved book boyfriend (33%). A recent survey of 2,000 romance readers found that Christian Grey from the “Fifty Shades” series (28%) and Edward Cullen from the “Twilight” series (21%) round out the top three book boyfriends. As for the best book girlfriends, the top three … Read more