Curious George was supposed to be in ‘Forrest Gump’ — but the director decided ‘that monkey’s gotta go’

Curious George was supposed to be in ‘Forrest Gump’ — but the director decided ‘that monkey’s gotta go’

Run, Curious George, run! The animated monkey was in the original script for “Forrest Gump,” director Robert Zemeckis revealed with stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright in the latest of “Entertainment Weekly’s Reunions” video series released Wednesday. Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Robert Zemeckis. youtube/Entertainment Weekly “I remember that first draft that Eric Roth wrote on ‘Gump,’ … Read more

Julianna Margulies reveals how George Clooney saved her ‘ER’ role after she ‘flunked’ audition

Julianna Margulies reveals how George Clooney saved her ‘ER’ role after she ‘flunked’ audition

He gave her an emergency resuscitation.  During a recent appearance on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” on Nov. 8, Julianna Margulies, 58, admitted that she nearly botched her “ER” audition — and, after she got cast, her character was supposed to die after just one episode until she got some indirect help from costar George Clooney.  … Read more

Rita Moreno reveals George Lopez has ‘eased up’ and is ‘funnier’ than ever ahead of their TV reunion

Rita Moreno reveals George Lopez has ‘eased up’ and is ‘funnier’ than ever ahead of their TV reunion

One day at a time, Rita Moreno has seen a change in George Lopez. Ahead of her guest appearance on the 63-year-old’s sitcom “Lopez vs Lopez,” the 92-year-old star revealed that the comedian “changed quite a bit” since they worked together on his series “The George Lopez Show” in 2007. “He’s really eased up,” Moreno told People on … Read more

George Lopez is retiring from stand-up — what could be his last project?

George Lopez is retiring from stand-up — what could be his last project?

George Lopez is stepping down from stand-up. The comedian opened up about his major career change during an interview with Tamron Hall. “It is the last one. I’ve subjected the American people to enough of my crap. It seems like the right time; it’s been the one thing that has just never left me my … Read more

‘Emotional’ Jenna Bush Hager called dad George W. Bush crying about Hoda Kotb leaving ‘Today’

‘Emotional’ Jenna Bush Hager called dad George W. Bush crying about Hoda Kotb leaving ‘Today’

Jenna Bush Hager cried to her dad, George W. Bush, after learning that Hoda Kotb is leaving “Today.” During Thursday’s episode of “Today with Hoda and Jenna,” the pair tearfully talked about the former president’s reaction to the news that Kotb, 60, is departing the NBC show in early 2025. “I don’t know if you’re … Read more

Exclusive | ‘Game of Thrones’ star Kristian Nairn reveals the writing advice he got from George R.R. Martin

Exclusive | ‘Game of Thrones’ star Kristian Nairn reveals the writing advice he got from George R.R. Martin

Hold the door.  “Game of Thrones” star Kristian Nairn, best known as the sweet and simple Hodor, spills behind-the-scenes secrets in his new book, “Beyond the Throne: Epic Journeys, Enduring Friendships, Surprising Tales.”  “With me being a DJ as well [as an actor], my manager and I would always tour together, and over dinner and … Read more

George Clooney pranked Tom Cruise by posing as Brad Pitt for fake ‘Interview with the Vampire 2’ pitch

George Clooney pranked Tom Cruise by posing as Brad Pitt for fake ‘Interview with the Vampire 2’ pitch

Some may call it Intolerable Cruelty. George Clooney recently revealed that he is a fan of sending letters that appear to be written by other people — which is exactly how he pranked fellow actor Tom Cruise. “Every actor I know I’ve sent a letter from Bill Clinton,” the actor, 63, said while on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Tuesday. … Read more

‘Wolfs’ review: Brad Pitt and George Clooney flop in atrocious crime comedy

‘Wolfs’ review: Brad Pitt and George Clooney flop in atrocious crime comedy

movie review WOLFS Running time: <br>108 minutes. Rated R (language throughout and some violent content). <br>On AppleTV+ Sept. 27 George Clooney and Brad Pitt made a public stink when Apple shifted the release of their movie “Wolfs,” for which they were paid tens of millions to make, from theatrical to streaming. “It is a bummer,” … Read more

Prince George learning to fly at age 11 as proud parents William, Kate watched from the ground: report

Prince George learning to fly at age 11 as proud parents William, Kate watched from the ground: report

Up, up and away! Prince George is already learning to fly a plane — despite being just 11 years old. The future king took his first flying lesson this week, and the young royal reportedly “loved” his maiden flight on the White Waltham Airfield, located 30 miles outside of London. Prince George is already learning … Read more

George Lopez slams J.Lo for posting photo of ‘her ass’ amid divorce from ‘miserable’ Ben Affleck

George Lopez slams J.Lo for posting photo of ‘her ass’ amid divorce from ‘miserable’ Ben Affleck

It’s Lopez vs Lopez. George Lopez slammed Jennifer Lopez for posting thirst traps on Instagram amid her divorce from Ben Affleck. “You look at Ben Affleck — you never seen one dude more miserable and being married,” the comedian, 63, said on Thursday’s episode of iHeartRadio’s “Politickin’” podcast with hosts Gavin Newsom, Marshawn Lynch and Doug Hendrickson. George Lopez is seen during the City … Read more

George RR Martin slams ‘House of the Dragon,’ warns of ‘toxic’ changes — and appears to spoil Season 3

George RR Martin slams ‘House of the Dragon,’ warns of ‘toxic’ changes — and appears to spoil Season 3

He’s going full dracarys on “House of the Dragon.”  George RR Martin, who wrote the books that are the basis for “Game of Thrones” and “House of the Dragon,” published a now-deleted blog post on Wednesday slamming the latter. He also appeared to spoil a major plot point from Season 3, which hasn’t filmed or aired … Read more

George Clooney denies report he and Brad Pitt were paid $35M each for new film ‘Wolfs’

George Clooney denies report he and Brad Pitt were paid M each for new film ‘Wolfs’

George Clooney is disputing a report about his salary for his new film with longtime pal Brad Pitt. The New York Times reported last week that the “Ocean’s 11” stars had been paid over $35 million each to star in the film. During a press conference for the film on Sunday at the Venice Film Festival, … Read more

George R. R. Martin doesn’t ‘look forward’ to revealing ‘everything that’s gone wrong’ with ‘House of the Dragon’

George R. R. Martin doesn’t ‘look forward’ to revealing ‘everything that’s gone wrong’ with ‘House of the Dragon’

George R.R. Martin said he will reveal “everything that’s gone wrong with” HBO’s “Game of Thrones” prequel series, “House of the Dragon.” But he doesn’t relish the prospect.  The author — whose books were the source material for “GOT” and “House of the Dragon” — took to his blog on Friday, August 30, to speak … Read more

Amy Robach says George Stephanopoulos predicted Ben Affleck, J.Lo’s divorce: ‘I give it six months’

Amy Robach says George Stephanopoulos predicted Ben Affleck, J.Lo’s divorce: ‘I give it six months’

George Stephanopoulos saw the Bennifer 2.0 breakup coming. The TV host, 63, predicted Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s divorce the day after their wedding in 2022, according to his former “Good Morning America” co-anchors T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach. On Wednesday’s episode of their “Amy & T.J.” podcast, the couple recalled how they were on … Read more

George Clooney sparks bidding war by auctioning himself off for charity

George Clooney sparks bidding war by auctioning himself off for charity

George Clooney is offering up a ticket to paradise — a one night on the town with him! The 63-year-old is auctioning himself off for a good cause next month alongside Charitybuzz. George Clooney and Amal Clooney attend Amazon MGM Studios Los Angeles Premiere of “The Boys in the Boat” in 2023. Getty Images The auction … Read more

George Clooney slams ‘miserable’ Hollywood director who ‘made my life hell’

George Clooney slams ‘miserable’ Hollywood director who ‘made my life hell’

George Clooney did not mince words when he recalled working with a “miserable f–k” Hollywood director who he claims made his filming experience unbearable. In a joint cover story for GQ alongside pal Brad Pitt, Clooney blasted “Three Kings” director David O. Russell, saying he made “my life hell” and “every person on the crew’s … Read more

George Clooney tells Quentin Tarantino to ‘f–k off, dude’: ‘I’m a little irritated by him’

George Clooney tells Quentin Tarantino to ‘f–k off, dude’: ‘I’m a little irritated by him’

George Clooney would like Quentin Tarantino to “f–k off.”  The actor, 63, seems to have some beef with the Oscar-winning director, 61, about whether he qualifies as a movie star.  Clooney spoke about Tarantino while promoting his upcoming movie “Wolfs” alongside co-star, friend and frequent collaborator Brad Pitt, 60 in a cover story for GQ’s … Read more

James Bond actor George Lazenby spotted for first time since retirement news

James Bond actor George Lazenby spotted for first time since retirement news

George Lazenby is living the retired life. The 84-year-old actor, who played James Bond only once in the 1969 film “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service,” was seen for the first time since announcing his departure from Hollywood. In the exclusive photos obtained by The Post, Lazenby was spotted with his ex-wife, former tennis star Pam … Read more

Why Olivia Culpo’s fame made Christian McCaffrey wedding a ‘wild experience’ for George Kittle

Why Olivia Culpo’s fame made Christian McCaffrey wedding a ‘wild experience’ for George Kittle

Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey’s dreamy Rhode Island wedding was so nice, George Kittle hopes the newlyweds relive their nuptials again. When recapping the starry June 29 affair to reporters this week, San Francisco’s tight end — who attended with wife Claire and several 49ers players and personnel — lauded the “beautiful wedding” while suggesting … Read more

Prince George celebrates 11th birthday as parents Kate Middleton, Prince William share sweet photo

Prince George celebrates 11th birthday as parents Kate Middleton, Prince William share sweet photo

Kate Middleton and Prince William have shared a new photo of their son Prince George to mark his 11th birthday Monday. “Wishing Prince George a very happy 11th birthday today!” the Prince and Princess of Wales captioned the image that was shared on X and Instagram. In the black and white snap, the future King looks all grown … Read more