James Cameron disputes Matt Damon’s claim he offered him ‘Avatar’ role

James Cameron disputes Matt Damon’s claim he offered him ‘Avatar’ role

James Cameron is setting the record straight. The filmmaker, 71, is refuting Matt Damon’s claims that the actor was offered a role in the “Avatar” franchise, which ultimately went to Sam Worthington. “He was never offered the part,” Cameron told The Hollywood Reporter. “I can’t remember if I sent him the script or not. I … Read more

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ review: Even the weakest of James Cameron’s trio is still breathtaking

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ review: Even the weakest of James Cameron’s trio is still breathtaking

movie review AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH Running time: 195 minutes. Rated PG-13 (Bloody Images, action, intense sequences of Violence, some strong language). In Dec. 19. It’s easy to take Pandora for granted.  Moviegoers have now made three trips to director James Cameron’s stunning alien planet, and have scaled the flying mountains, hiked among the bioluminescent … Read more

Daniel Craig reveals why he ‘enjoys’ acting more since quitting James Bond 4 years ago

Daniel Craig reveals why he ‘enjoys’ acting more since quitting James Bond 4 years ago

The name was Bond, James Bond. Daniel Craig has revealed why he appreciates his acting career even more since quitting the hit 007 franchise four years ago. “I suppose I started freeing myself up from any convention,” the “Knives Out” star, 57, told Radio Times during an interview published Tuesday. “I’m not saying no to … Read more

‘Ella McCay’ review: James L. Brooks’ first movie in 15 years is cheesy and interminable

‘Ella McCay’ review: James L. Brooks’ first movie in 15 years is cheesy and interminable

movie review ELLA MCCAY Running time: 115 minutes. Rated PG-13 (strong language, some sexual material and drug content). In theaters. In the pantheon of James L. Brooks films, “Ella McCay” is far from as good as it gets. That the ingenious and idiosyncratic Oscar winner, who wrote and directed “Broadcast News” and “Terms of Endearment” … Read more

How much James Van Der Beek made after selling ‘Dawson’s Creek’ merch for cancer fight

How much James Van Der Beek made after selling ‘Dawson’s Creek’ merch for cancer fight

A creek full of cash.  James Van Der Beek reportedly raised $47K for his cancer battle when he auctioned off his “Dawson’s Creek” merch.  The actor, 48, teamed up with Propstore to give fans the chance to buy his memorabilia from the beloved teen drama in the Winter Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction, which took place … Read more

Jessie James Decker battles bizarre illness with facial swelling and respiratory issues

Jessie James Decker battles bizarre illness with facial swelling and respiratory issues

Jessie James Decker is fighting a mysterious illness. The 37-year-old country singer opened up about her health in a series of Instagram stories, sharing she hasn’t been feeling well the past few days. In a story posted last night, Jessie can be seen sitting in a hot tub, with the words, adding the caption: “Feeling a … Read more

James Van Der Beek is ‘bouncing back’ amid his cancer battle, wife Kimberly says

James Van Der Beek is ‘bouncing back’ amid his cancer battle, wife Kimberly says

James Van Der Beek’s wife didn’t want to wait to share this positive update. On Monday, the “Dawson’s Creek” alum, 48, took to social media to thank fans for raising money for his cancer treatments amid his battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer. Kimberly Van Der Beek, meanwhile, left an encouraging message beneath the footage. James Van … Read more

Dick Van Dyke reveals he ‘almost’ played James Bond — but turned it down for this reason

Dick Van Dyke reveals he ‘almost’ played James Bond — but turned it down for this reason

The name’s Van Dyke…Dick Van Dyke. Dick Van Dyke has revealed that he “almost” played James Bond after Sean Connery retired from the role in 1971 – and he still regrets turning down the opportunity for one major reason. “Is it true you could have almost become James Bond?” Al Roker asked the “Chitty Chitty … Read more

James Van Der Beek selling ‘Dawson’s Creek’ merch to help pay for cancer costs

James Van Der Beek selling ‘Dawson’s Creek’ merch to help pay for cancer costs

James Van Der Beek is saying goodbye to pieces of his “Dawson’s Creek” past. The actor, 48, is selling memorabilia from the beloved teen drama series to help pay for his cancer treatments. Van Der Beek was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer last year. According to People, Van Der Beek is teaming with Propstore to … Read more

James Bond and ‘Once Were Warriors’ director Lee Tamahori dead at 75

James Bond and ‘Once Were Warriors’ director Lee Tamahori dead at 75

Lee Tamahori, the New Zealand director behind “Once Were Warriors” and the 2002 James Bond movie “Die Another Day,” has died. He was 75. The late filmmaker’s family confirmed his death in a statement to Radio New Zealand. They revealed he passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, Nov. … Read more

Stephen A. Smith thinks he was set up for in-game LeBron James confrontation: ‘I don’t like his ass’

Stephen A. Smith thinks he was set up for in-game LeBron James confrontation: ‘I don’t like his ass’

Stephen A. Smith’s war against LeBron James took another turn on Monday when he accused the NBA superstar of orchestrating the caught-on-camera interaction when James confronted Smith at a Lakers game in March.  The candid ESPN host declared “I don’t like his ass” when discussing James during an appearance on the “7PM in Brooklyn” podcast … Read more

Nick Saban blasts Penn State for ‘unfair as hell’ James Franklin firing

Nick Saban blasts Penn State for ‘unfair as hell’ James Franklin firing

James Franklin took the high road during his “College GameDay” interview Saturday in his first public comments since Penn State fired him earlier in the week, so Nick Saban did the criticizing. Saban, the former Alabama coach, blasted the Nittany Lions’ decision to move on from Franklin after falling short of expectations — “that you … Read more

No one was happier that ‘selfish’ James Franklin got fired than Todd McShay

No one was happier that ‘selfish’ James Franklin got fired than Todd McShay

Don’t let the door hit you on the way out. NFL and college football analyst Todd McShay had no love lost for Penn State head coach James Franklin when the powers at Happy Valley fired him amid a nightmare season. “I’m thrilled Penn State made the decision they did,” McShay, the former ESPN talent that … Read more

LeBron James will ‘crawl, scratch, bite’ to protect his marriage as NBAers deal with ‘ruthless-ass bitches’

LeBron James will ‘crawl, scratch, bite’ to protect his marriage as NBAers deal with ‘ruthless-ass bitches’

The King is nothing without his Queen.  LeBron James opened up about his marriage with wife Savannah James, whom he’s been with since high school, and how he will “fight, crawl, scratch, bite” to make his marriage work. The 21-time NBA All-Star appeared on Tuesday’s episode of the “Everybody’s Crazy” podcast, hosted by his wife … Read more

James Bond’s signature weapon erased by Amazon Studios in short-lived campaign, igniting backlash

James Bond’s signature weapon erased by Amazon Studios in short-lived campaign, igniting backlash

Amazon Studios removed all traces of guns from promotional material for the James Bond franchise and then quietly took the new artwork down after receiving fan backlash. The gun-free thumbnails for “Dr. No,” “GoldenEye,” “A View to a Kill” and other titles were later replaced with movie stills, according to Variety. However, Amazon Studios UK selected images … Read more

LeBron James’ ‘second decision’ was somehow more disappointing than the first

LeBron James’ ‘second decision’ was somehow more disappointing than the first

LeBron James punked everyone. The Lakers star announced an ad with Hennessy on Tuesday after nearly breaking the internet with his “The Second Decision” teaser Monday on social media. “Well, everyone’s on pins and needles across the country,” an unidentified man says to James while sitting across from him on an empty basketball court. “Ready … Read more

LeBron James teases ‘The Second Decision’ in new video as retirement rumors swirl

LeBron James teases ‘The Second Decision’ in new video as retirement rumors swirl

LeBron James appears to have seismic news coming Tuesday amid retirement rumors. The Los Angeles Lakers star, who’s entering his 23rd season and turning 41 in December, shared a video on social media saying that “The Second Decision” is coming on Oct. 7 at 12 p.m. ET. “The decision of all decisions,” James wrote, including … Read more

Exclusive | James Dean in love: mushy missive to his Queens girlfriend sells for $32K

Exclusive | James Dean in love: mushy missive to his Queens girlfriend sells for K

This rebel had a cause in Queens. Tragic Hollywood legend James Dean had a girlfriend in Forest Hills — and a love letter he wrote to her just sold at auction for $32,500. His 1954 missive to actress Barbara Glenn, complete with its original envelope and photo of his pet horse, were part of RR Auction’s Remarkable … Read more

Exclusive | James Dean fans are still absolutely obsessed with the Hollywood heartthrob 70 years after his tragic death: ‘Image of cool’

Exclusive | James Dean fans are still absolutely obsessed with the Hollywood heartthrob 70 years after his tragic death: ‘Image of cool’

Few towns go as all-out for their most famous son as Fairmount, Indiana. For nearly 50 years, James Dean fans have flocked about an hour north of Indianapolis every September for an annual festival celebrating the late hometown hero and Hollywood heartthrob. The sexy, mysterious star is best known for three films he made — … Read more

Subtle colorectal cancer signs to look out for — after James Van Der Beek was ‘gutted’ to miss ‘Dawson’s Creek’ reunion

Subtle colorectal cancer signs to look out for — after James Van Der Beek was ‘gutted’ to miss ‘Dawson’s Creek’ reunion

James Van Der Beek stunned fans with an emotional video message at the “Dawson’s Creek” reunion earlier this week, sparking an outpouring of love and concern. The 48-year-old actor said he was “gutted” to miss the nostalgic night at New York City’s Richard Rodgers Theatre after being sidelined by two stomach viruses amid his ongoing … Read more