“F*ck the Rock”: Dwayne Johnson’s Feud with Cody Rhodes’ Family Reaches a Boiling Point Ahead of WrestleMania Showdown

It’s about to go down in the squared circle, and we can’t wait to see how it all unfolds at WrestleMania!

Well, it seems the families are now also involved. There is a lot of tension between the family of WWE superstar Dwayne Johnson and Cody Rhodes as WrestleMania season gets closer. Okay, now that the two competitors are getting ready to square off in the ring, the long-simmering rivalry has reached a fever pitch.

Dustin Rhodes had a big night on Sunday, March 24. Rhodes Wrestling Academy, his wrestling school, held its tenth Student Showcase, which featured trainees from his facility and his nephews Wayne and Wyatt Rhodes in their first appearances.
Dwayne Johnson and Cody Rhodes in a still from SmackDown
In his opening remarks, Dustin Rhodes, 54, discussed the impending event before turning his attention to The Rock and saying, in a succinct but impactful manner, “F*** The Rock”. His attack on Johnson came after The Rock promised to punish Dustin Rhodes’ younger brother extra harshly.

The Rock’s ‘Not so sweet’ Words for ‘Mama Rhodes’ Ahead of WrestleMania 

Dwayne Johnson, 51, is currently enjoying a phenomenal heel run in the WWE. Once again, the Brahma Bull is making some incredible promos while sporting his a*s-kicking avatar. On the opening night of WrestleMania 40, The Rock is expected to compete in a Tag Team match against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins.

Thus, he is cruelly exchanging his firearms with Rhodes. The Rock intensified his rivalry when he ridiculed “Mama Rhodes”, the mother of Cody Rhodes, for claiming that her son would give her “The Rock’s belt” at WrestleMania 40 instead of the WWE Universal Championship belt.
Dwayne Johnson in Red Notice
Not too long before his last WWE Monday Night Show at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, the actor wrote a creepy message for Mama Rhodes on his X account:

 

He concluded, saying, Mama Rhodes, “I will see you soon”.

Cody Rhodes’ brother, Dustin Rhodes, has now attacked the Hollywood star in reaction to The Rock’s actions.

Dustin Rhodes Sparks Controversy with Bold Comments About The Rock

It was a significant evening for Dustin Rhodes on Sunday, March 24. His wrestling school, Rhodes Wrestling Academy, hosted its tenth Student Showcase, in which his nephews Wyatt and Wayne Rhodes made their debuts alongside trainees from his facility.

Before turning his attention to The Rock, Rhodes spoke about the impending event at the start of the show. As earlier explained, Dwayne Johnson has vowed to exact a particular punishment on Dustin Rhodes’ younger brother as Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins prepare to take on The Rock and the Bloodline at WrestleMania.
Dustin Rhodes in WWE
Now, Dustin Rhodes (via Cageside Seats) gave a not-so-charming yet brief response, in contrast to the Hollywood megastar.
“F*** The Rock.”
His nephews, who are not at odds with The Bloodline, demonstrated their strength by interacting verbally with the RWA Outlaws, their rivals. Wayne Rhodes stated:
“Y’all throwing all these words around, talking all this talk, but let me tell you, matches are not won outside the ring, they’re won inside the ring. That’s where me and Wyatt are going to show you where the real work is done, especially in Texas. Y’all are sitting on y’all’s a*s doing nothing while me and Wyatt are on our Ranch, getting our hands dirty suplexing cows, working our as* off to prepare for this match.”
When the bell rang, Wayne and Wyatt, the Texas Outlaws, honored their family legacy by putting on a show of hard work. Cutting the ring in half, the brothers displayed excellent teamwork by performing double-team moves like dropkicks, Russian takeovers, and stereo Stinger splashes. They gave it their all, but in the end, the RWA Outlaws outmaneuvered them and won the next two falls to capture the RWA Tag Team Championships for the first time.

The Rhodes brothers are not a threat to the Bloodline at this time, but in the future, they might become fierce competitors for both the Samoan dynasty and the industry at large.

The 40th edition of WrestleMania, dubbed WrestleMania XL, will happen over two nights on April 6 and 7, 2024, at Pennsylvania’s Lincoln Financial Field.

“I had to give birth onstage every night”: Anne Hathaway’s Heartbreaking Story of Her First Pregnancy is Not for the Faint of Heart

Oscar winner Anne Hathaway had one of her worst personal experiences when she suffered a miscarriage during the run of her Broadway show.

Anne Hathaway has done a gamut of different roles across genres in her career thus far. The Oscar winner who is widely considered to be one of the most talented stars of her generation, has also proved her versatility as an accomplished singer. Her Oscar-winning role as Fantine in Les Misérables is a perfect case in point.
Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada
Over the years, Hathaway has openly spoken about her love for theater. In 2015, the star performed in a one-woman off-Broadway show named Grounded which proved to be a traumatic experience for her after she suffered a miscarriage during the course of her 6 week stint. The celebrity recalled the challenges she had to surmount especially since her character was also pregnant in the show.

Anne Hathaway Lived Personal Trauma On Stage Everyday With Grounded

In 2015, Anne Hathaway produced and starred in a one-woman show named Grounded which followed the story of a female fighter pilot whose career is brought to a halt by pregnancy. Coincidentally, The Devil Wears Prada star was carrying a child in real life at the time of the show. Hathaway though, had to unfortunately endure a traumatic experience because of this.
Anne Hathaway suffered a miscarriage during her one-woman show Grounded
During the 6 week run of Grounded, the Oscar winner ended up having a miscarriage. But as it is often said, the show must go on, and Hathaway continued to power through day after day despite being in a fragile emotional state.

To add to her woes, her stage character who was a pregnant woman, served as a constant reminder of the excruciating loss she had faced. Speaking to Vanity Fair, The Intern star recalled the dark period and how she struggled to navigate her emotions night after night on stage. She also addressed her subsequent second pregnancy announcement and why she chose to reveal it in a realistic manner.
“Given the pain I felt while trying to get pregnant, it would’ve felt disingenuous to post something all the way happy when I know the story is much more nuanced than that for everyone. The first time it didn’t work out for me. I was doing a play and I had to give birth onstage every night It was too much to keep it in.”
Hathaway was grateful for her friends and family to whom she confided about her miscarriage and believed that their support on a daily basis helped her get over the trauma of losing her child.

Why Anne Hathaway Dreaded Kissing Scenes

Anne Hathaway is an actor with oodles of talent which is very evident through her performances. But The Intern star confessed that enacting kissing scenes was not her forte. Despite having a technique and routine to master the intimate lip-locking scenes, Hathaway admitted that none of her hacks really made her feel comfortable enough to appear natural on screen.
Angelina Jolie in Wanted
The celebrity praised her Hollywood counterpart Angelina Jolie for being able to seamlessly perform kissing segments in her films. Hathaway spoke to GQ (via US Weekly) and revealed why she admired Jolie for this aspect.
“It’s a totally different experience. But you really have to be Angelina Jolie to pull that off and still look good. I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but I ain’t no Angie.”

Anne Hathaway was also extremely appreciative of another big Hollywood star Jennifer Garner whom she felt, was able to organically ease into an intimate scene and make it fun.

“Definitely not a coincidence”: The Rock Might Just Have Given a Cheeky Hint at John Cena and Stone Cold’s WrestleMania 40 Return

Cody Rhodes brutally attacked by The Rock! Will John Cena and Stone Cold help The American Nightmare at WrestleMania 40?

This year’s WrestleMania is going to be huge because Cody Rhodes is taking on the unbeatable Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship.
Cody Rhodes in a still from American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes
However, this week’s Raw was intense for The American Nightmare. After a match between Jey Uso and Shinsuke Nakamura, things got chaotic when The Rock – who returned to team up with his cousin Roman Reigns – gave him a brutal beatdown backstage.

But, something brief happened during the beatdown that had fans talking non-stop. It hints that Rhodes won’t be facing The Tribal Chief all by himself.

The Rock Teases John Cena and Steve Austin’s WrestleMania 40 Return

The Rock and Cody Rhodes during the WrestleMania XL Kickoff Show

After Jey Uso’s match with Shinsuke Nakamura, tensions escalated. Uso was facing off against Nakamura when suddenly, the Bloodline barged in.

Jey Uso’s brothers, Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa were out to hurt him before WrestleMania (perhaps trying to weaken him before the biggest wrestling event of the year match). But Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins stepped in to help out.

Things heated quickly as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson joined in out of nowhere. The Brahma Bull unleashed a brutal attack on the 38-year-old, leaving him bloodied and battered. Fans were left wondering if Rhodes stood a chance after such a brutal attack.

But wait, there’s more to this story! While the camera captured the beatdown, fans noticed something interesting in the background. A poster featuring John Cena and Stone Cold Steve Austin briefly flashed on the screen. It might seem like a small thing, but fans are going wild with speculation.

 

So, could this mean that Cena and Austin might make a comeback to help Rhodes at WrestleMania? The excitement is through the roof as fans eagerly wait to see if their speculations come true.

Fans’ Reaction to John Cena and Steve Austin’s WrestleMania 40 Return

Stone Cold and John Cena (Image via WWE)

Fans have long clamored for the return of John Cena and Stone Cold Steve Austin, both longtime rivals of The Rock. With Triple H now at the helm of creative control (known for his attention to detail and use of symbolism), fans are connecting the dots.

 

They see this subtle hint with the poster featuring Cena and Austin as more than just a coincidence. Many believe it’s a clever foreshadowing of something huge—a monumental return at WrestleMania.

One fan expressed pure excitement, stating, “It is happening!” However, another fan offered a more cautious prediction. Check out some fan reactions:

 

 

 

 

Cena and Austin are legends in the wrestling world. If they joined forces, it would totally shake up the WrestleMania main event. With Roman Reigns backed by The Rock and the Bloodline, a team-up with Cena and Austin would create a dream match, setting the stage for an epic showdown unlike anything we’ve seen in a long time.

WrestleMania 40 will take place on April 6 and 7, 2024, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

Anne Hathaway’s Unmade Barbie Movie With Ocean’s 8 Writer Was Way More Depressingly Painful Than Margot Robbie’s Version

Anne Hathaway was briefly attached to star in a Barbie movie written by Ocean’s 8 writer that had a drastically different theme.

Directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie, Barbie became the biggest surprise box office hit and cultural juggernaut of 2023. The film based on the Mattel toyline of the same name explores themes of existentialism and feminism through a wonderfully crafted world of eccentric characters.
Anne Hathaway in a still from Ocean’s 8.
However, the film looked almost entirely different at one point with an entirely different creative team attached to the project. Actress, Anne Hathaway was once poised to bring to life Barbie in a film based on a screenplay by Ocean’s 8 writer Olivia Milch. While that film never materialized, here is what Milch revealed about its story and themes.

Ocean’s 8 Writer Spills Details of Anne Hathaway’s Unmade Barbie Movie

Actress Anne Hathaway is known for her work in films such as The Princess Diaries and The Dark Knight Rises. Hathaway was once attached to star in the titular role in one iteration of Barbie, with Olivia Milch writing the screenplay. Hathaway and Milch worked together on 2018’s Ocean’s 8.
Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Milch opened up about the unmade version of the film, which would have seen Hathaway play Barbie. Milch revealed that the film would have tackled the theme of ageism. She said:
“The idea of a Barbie who feels like an outsider and doesn’t make as much sense in Barbie Land anymore.”
As a result, it seems like Hathaway’s version of the film would have been slightly similar to Margot Robbie’s version, albeit with a different context. It was also reported that this iteration would have seen Barbie getting kicked out of Barbieland for being imperfect, leading to an adventure in the real world.

In Greta Gerwig and Robbie’s version, Barbie does leave Barbieland for an adventure in the real world, but by her own accord. However, Milch’s comments imply that her and Hathaway’s version would have seen Barbie getting kicked out because of her age, making the narrative painfully depressing.

Anne Hathaway Feels Lucky Her Version of Barbie Was Never Made

Anne Hathaway was reportedly in talks to star in a Barbie movie in 2021 after Amy Schumer had exited the project. Schumer had been working on the project alongside side Sony but left the film in 2017. However, the version starring Hathaway also did not materialize and the actress revealed she was glad things turned out the way they did.
Margot Robbie in a still from Barbie
During an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Hathaway opened up about missing out on playing Barbie while praising Gerwig and Robbie’s film. Hathaway stated that the duo hit the bullseye with their take on the character.
“Now imagine that version … that much energy, that much anticipation, that much emotion … but it’s not the right version. I actually think of it as a lucky thing [it didn’t get made].”

Hathaway made the above statement implying that Gerwig and Robbie’s version was superior and deserved the appreciation it received. Similarly, in the aforementioned interview, Milch also stated that she was happy that her and Hathaway’s version never materialized, allowing the world to see Gerwig and Robbie’s take in 2023.

Barbie is streaming on Max.

“Kanye understands outrage”: Only Reason Kanye West Reportedly Dresses up Bianca Censori in Controversial NSFW Outfits is to “Break the internet”

Is Bianca Censori dressing for the promotion of Vultures?

Kanye West is one of the biggest musicians with a following full of some of the most dedicated fans out there. Despite such strong support from his listeners, the rapper has often found himself in a series of controversies. Whether it follows the tales of his ex-wife or comments that could put him in deep trouble. Recently, it is due to his wife Bianca Censori that West has yet again found himself on the wrong side of audiences.
Kanye West’s fans are hyped about Vultures 2| Source: YouTube
Censori has been spotted wearing some very risqué outfits, not only at events from the promotion of Vultures but also in public on a day-to-day basis. Many have taken offense to her clothing, calling it vulgar and even demanding legal repercussions. At the same time, some have wondered if the rapper has a hand in the way the architect has been styled.

Building off this speculation, many have come up with the theory as to why West is dressing his wife in such a manner.

Kanye West Is Pushing The Boundaries Of Controversy

For centuries, there has been a formula that all of the great artists have followed; if one wants their art to hold relevance, it has to spark controversy. It would seem that Kanye West has been taking notes from them as in the last two years, the rapper’s fall from grace in the eyes of the public has been difficult to watch.
Kanye West | Source: Youtube
After his anti-Semitic comments, a messy divorce with Kim Kardashian, and racism, the most recent addition to the seemingly ever-growing list is the wardrobe of his wife, Bianca Censori. With many thinking that he is responsible for her provocative outfits, Mark Borkowski spoke to MailOnline on why he thinks the rapper might intentionally be trying to get such coverage for himself.
Kanye West in Runaway music video
“Kanye understands outrage and is trying to break the Internet,” the PR professional explained. “I think a lot of people are starting to feel rather uncomfortable, despite everything he’s said, about that he feels he can do whatever he wants with his partner.”

The PR agent mentioned that if there is one undeniable fact about West, it is that he understands his audience and understands how to elicit certain reactions from them. According to him, the wardrobe that the rapper is choosing for Censori is doing exactly what he wants it to do. Through her clothing, West is about to get attention, not only on his relationship but also on the album that he has just released.

Mark Borkowski Questions Kanye West’s Attention-Seeking Strategy

Mark Borkowski then went on to talk about how Kanye West’s strategy may be backfiring on him in the most horrible of ways. While the pair are getting quite a lot of attention, it is not the positive kind. Not only are fans unsettled by both of them, but some are even worried about Bianca Censori’s well-being, including her family.
Kanye West in Wolves
“But I can’t see a strategy here.,” he continued. “He has pushed himself so far away from brands with his anti-Semitic remarks and outrage that there has to be a limit where he doesn’t want one.”Instead of the clothing making fans intrigued about the pair, it has made brands hesitant to collaborate with them. Borkowski pointed out how this seems to be the last nail in the coffin of West’s relationship with brands. While the rapper thinks he can get out of any problem through strategy, he only seems to be digging his grave deeper.

Anne Hathaway Has 1 Weird Thing in Common With Tom Cruise, Reveals Her Drastic Career Choice Before Ending Up in Hollywood

Anne Hathaway did not always want to be an actress

Anne Hathaway has become one of the most well-known names in Hollywood. She has played many different kinds of characters in movies from all genres, establishing herself as a truly versatile actress, long before she had an Oscar to her name. She has been a part of several iconic projects, from playing Catwoman in The Dark Knight trilogy to playing the role of Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries.
Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine in The Idea of You
Considering just how talented an actress she is, it is difficult to imagine her doing something else. However, that was almost the case, as Hathaway revealed she was committed to pursuing a completely different profession.

Taking a page out of Tom Cruise’s book, who wanted to become a Priest before he became an actor, Anne Hathaway wanted to join the Catholic Church.

Anne Hathaway Wanted To Be A Nun

Recently, Anne Hathaway gave an in-depth interview with Vanity Fair where she went into great detail about her profession and personal life. She talked about her childhood, what made her want to start acting, and alternative professions she almost took up. Speaking on the latter, she confessed that she tends to commit to something in every way possible when she is fond of something.
Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada
“I don’t do things by half measure,” she tells me. “When I love something, I imagine myself doing it to the hilt.” Hathaway then revealed that she wanted to become a nun when she was younger, “But it turned out that you can love God without being a nun,”

Growing up in a Roman Catholic household, she had a very deep connection with god. This relationship made her want to pursue something in a similar line of work. The actress revealed that she wanted to be a nun when she was younger. However, she soon learned that she did not need to be a nun to continue having her close connection with God.

Tom Cruise Was Also Interested In Joining The Church

Anne Hathaway isn’t the only person in the film industry who wanted to base their profession on their religious beliefs as Tom Crusie also went down that route. Shane Dempler, a friend of the actor, revealed to the New York Daily Times that the actor was extremely interested in becoming a Catholic Priest when he was younger.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick
“He had a very strong Catholic faith,” Dempler said. “We went to Mass, spent time in the chapel and enjoyed hearing stories from the priests. We thought the priests had a great lifestyle and we were really interested in priesthood.”

When Cruise was a teenager, he studied to become a Catholic priest at the Franciscan seminary in Ohio. He seemed to have fallen in love with the environment of the Church and the lifestyle it brought about. However, he was kicked out of the school and became one of the most successful actors of all time.

“Even as we understand him to the antagonist”: Jonathan Nolan Reveals Walton Goggins’ Fallout Role is More Than What Meets the Eye That Will Surprise Fans

Walton Goggins might be the main highlight of Amazon’s Fallout based on Jonathan Nolan’s recent comments.

The upcoming Fallout series is set to be the next big and ambitious show for Amazon. The executive producers on the show are Lisa Joy and Jonathan Nolan, who created the hit HBO series Westworld. Amazon’s Fallout promises to continue the trend of successful video game adaptations after The Last of Us and The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Ella Purnell plays Lucy in Amazon’s Fallout
The show has a stacked cast led by Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins. The latter plays a Ghoul,  a popular character from the Fallout games. From the trailers, it seemed like Goggins would be a purely antagonistic character. However, it seems the charter will have a three-dimensional treatment as teased by Nolan.

Walton Goggins’ Ghoul Will Have A Far More Significant Role in Fallout Than Fans Believe

Walton Goggins and Ella Purnell are gearing up for the release of their upcoming series Fallout, based on the popular video game of the same name. The promotional material and trailers teased that Goggins’ Ghoul will have an antagonistic presence in the film. As Ghouls are outcasts in the games, it also possibly signaled that his character might be separated from the main players of the series.

However, Jonathan Nolan, the executive producer of the show teased that Goggin’s’ character will be so much more than a simple bounty hunter/antagonist in the series. He stated that he will be the guide to the past even though he is perceived as an antagonist in the present. Nolan also made sure that Goggins’ prosthetics did not hide his emotions and face-acting. He told Vanity Fair,
“He becomes our guide and our protagonist in that [older] world, even as we understand him to be the antagonist at the end of the world. You have to be extremely careful with it when you’re putting a full appliance on someone’s face because you hired that actor for a reason. Their face is their instrument. [You want] the tiny little expressions and changes that they make.”

This is great news as it confirms that the Ghoul will not be presented as a stereotypical moustache-twirling villain. Character depth and Goggins’ performance will ensure that the Ghoul is elevated into a much more interesting character. It remains to be seen how the makers present Ghoul in the series when it premieres on Amazon Prime.

Walton Goggins Teases His Ghoul Is Drastically Different From The Games

Walton Goggins is presenting an exciting new Ghoul for Amazon’s Fallout
Walton Goggins is playing the Ghoul in the upcoming Amazon series Fallout. The actor seems to be taking a very unique approach to the character and wants to differentiate it from the Fallout games. Goggins told the CCXP audience last year that the Ghoul is a new entity in the series who is a ruthless bounty hunter.

He further revealed that even though his character is cynical in the present day, he was not always that way. He teased an exciting backstory for the character, who was previously known by the name Cooper Howard. He said (via Comicbook.com),
“He’s not a ghoul from the game. He’s kind of a new entity. He’s been around for 200 years walking the Wasteland. He survived the nuclear war. He is a bounty hunter. He is as ruthless as they come. Pragmatic. He’s a rascal. He’s got a wicked sense of humor. He’s cynical, but he wasn’t always that way. And he has a name – his name is Cooper Howard. I can’t go into really anything more than that, but you’ll see the difference between the two.”
In addition to Goggins, the series also stars Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, Kyle MacLachlan, Leslie Uggams, Mike Doyle, and many others. All eight episodes of Fallout will premiere on Amazon Prime on April 11, 2024.

“I’m kind of weird in that way”: Jada Pinkett Smith Revealed Her “Voyeuristic” Kink, Admitted She Gets Turned on Watching Will Smith Get Intimate With Other Actresses

When Jada Pinkett Smith was turned-on by her husband’s intimate scenes onscreen.

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were once one of the most high-profile couples in Hollywood. Their relationship has come a long way since then, and the couple has separated even though they have not divorced.

The Hollywood stars have been in the limelight all their lives, either for their careers or for their marriage. The Bleed All Over Me singer has never shied from revealing certain aspects of their relationship that would make readers blush. However, she might have taken it up a notch further when she made a rather scandalous admission a few years ago.
Smith’s wife once made a candid confession about him (Source: I Am Legend)

Jada Pinkett Smith made a stunning confession about Will Smith

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith had a whirlwind romance, and the pair were together for nearly two decades. However, news of trouble in paradise started doing the rounds a few years ago, with the latter finally confirming that they separated in 2016.

The revelation came in the talk show host’s memoir, titled Worthy, which was released in October 2023. They decided to go their separate ways, even though they are still technically married. They have an unconventional marriage, and she recently opened up about why she was afraid of getting a divorce.

The I Am Legend star is one of Hollywood’s leading men. He has played the love interest of many leading ladies in the industry and even had to shoot intimate scenes with a few throughout his career. While the thought might make the spouses of many actors uncomfortable, it was not so with Pinkett Smith. In fact, she confessed that she liked it.
Pinkett Smith likes to watch her husband get intimate with his co-stars (Source: Focus)
In 2015, the singer dropped this information during a red-carpet interview with Event. The Men in Black actor had to shoot s*x scenes with Margot Robbie for the film Focus. Pinkett Smith candidly confessed that it was a turn-on for her.

“It’s kind of a nice voyeuristic way to see your man, but I am kind of weird in that way. That’s a whole other conversation,” she said.

The Hollywood stars have raised a lot of eyebrows over the years, especially when Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars in 2022 over his comments directed at his wife. The couple shows that, while they might not be together, there is still love and respect between them.

Jada Pinkett Smith has no qualms about Will Smith liking other women

Long before the couple went their separate ways, there were rumors that they might be in an open relationship. The Gotham star might have fanned the rumors herself with her answer on The Howard Stern Show.

The Nutty Professor actress told the host that Smith was a grown man with integrity. She added that she did not believe that men could not be attracted to other women, as long as they did not act on it.
The actress made a revelation about her husband on The Howard Stern Show (Source: Instagram, @jadapinkettsmith)
“I’m not the kind of woman that believes that a man’s not gonna be attracted to other women … It’s just not realistic. And just because your man is attracted to another woman doesn’t mean he doesn’t love you. And it doesn’t mean he’s gonna act on it,” she said.

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have two children together. While they might not fit the box of an ideal family, it works for them.

“She was determined not to do it”: Thrice a Marvel Star Rejected This $326M Movie, Anne Hathaway Took the Role and it Got 2 Oscar Nods

Anne Hathaway was the ninth choice to play Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada which made her a household name.

Actress Anne Hathaway, who is gearing up for her upcoming romantic-comedy movie, The Idea of You, opposite actor Nicholas Galitzine, is popularly recognized for her portrayal of Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada. The actress starred along with Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt in the comedy-drama directed by David Frankel.

The movie, upon its release, received a positive response from the audience and the critics, with special mention for Streep’s performances. Both actresses; Hathaway and Blunt were also appreciated for their performances. Regarded as one of the iconic movies of all time could have had a different actress playing the role Anne Hathaway eventually got to play.
Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada

Rachel McAdams was offered ‘three’ times the role that eventually went to Anne Hathaway

According to EW, Anne Hathaway, who became a household name with her portrayal of Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada, was not the first choice of the studios. It was in fact the Marvel actress Rachel McAdams, widely known for her role in The Notebook opposite Ryan Gosling.

Director David Frankel shared during EW’s The Devil Wears Prada’s 15-year-anniversary reunion that the studio was adamant on getting McAdams on-board for the movie. He said,
“We started negotiating with Annie to make a deal, and that didn’t go well with the studio… We offered it to Rachel McAdams three times. The studio was determined to have her, and she was determined not to do it.”
Rachel McAdams was offered the role of Andy Sachs ‘three times’
The director further revealed that the other actresses who the studio thought could fit perfectly for the role were Scarlett Johansson, Natalie Portman, Kate Hudson, and Kirsten Dunst. But eventually, it was Anne Hathaway who got the part, and during the reunion, she noted that she was desperate for the part and explained,
“It spoke to me. It made me feel. It was about a subject that I take very seriously but in such a wonderfully joyful and lighthearted way.”
Former Fox 2000 president Elizabeth Gabler mentioned during the interview that she wondered why Anne Hathaway wanted to play the part, adding that the actress never gave up. Hathaway added that she patiently waited until it was her turn, received the call, and recalled screaming and running through her apartment after she was picked up for the role.

Rachel McAdams explains why she passed on the role in The Devil Wears Prada

The Marvel actress, in her interview with Bustle, opened up about her choice of giving up on playing the part of an aspiring journalist who takes up a job assisting fashion editor Miranda Priestly. She said,
“There are certainly things like, ‘I wish I’d done that’. I feel guilty for not capitalizing on the opportunity that I was being given because I knew I was in such a lucky spot. But I also knew it wasn’t quite jiving with my personality and what I needed to stay sane.”
The actress added that there were some anxious moments of wondering if she was just throwing it all away, questioning herself about why she was doing that. McAdams noted that it has taken her years to understand what she was intuitively doing at the time.
Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt in The Devil Wears Prada
She also shared that whenever she takes a look back at the roles she has passed on and sees how brilliantly the respective actress has performed, she always thinks that the actress was the right person for that part.

The 2006 movie was a success, and Meryl Streep was nominated for Best Actress at the 2007 Academy Awards, along with Patricia Field being nominated for Best Costume Design. Streep won Best Actress-Motion Picture Musical or Comedy at the 2007 Golden Globe Awards.

The Devil Wears Prada is available to stream on Apple TV+.

“Never even met Adam Sandler”: One Marvel Casting Rumor Went So Viral James Gunn Had to Personally Debunk it

When the rumors about a certain Marvel character casting started doing the rounds, James Gunn stepped in to shut it down immediately.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has expanded exponentially since Iron Man came out in 2008, especially in the last few years. There have been several memorable films in the franchise, and James Gunn was at the helm of quite a few of them.

The director took on a group of misfits and delivered The Guardian of the Galaxy, a film that set the bar higher within the MCU. The film generated a lot of buzz throughout the filming process, and every now and then, a bit of trivia keeps percolating down to fans on social media.

Gunn often engages with fans on social media, sharing tidbits himself. Given the scope of the universe, there is no dearth of rumors as well. Unsurprisingly, when a casting rumor went viral online a few years ago, he took it upon himself to shut it down.
Gunn was at the helm of The Guardians of the Galaxy (Source: Marvel)

When James Gunn had to personally debunk a Marvel casting rumor

The Avengers was a phenomenon, and it inspired a generation of directors to aim bigger. James Gunn was one of them. Not only did he take on a bunch of relatively unknown characters, he delivered an epic film, which spawned further sequels down the line.

The Guardians of the Galaxy introduced characters such as Star-Lord, Gamora, Groot, and Drax the Destroyer. Rocket Raccoon was another, and Hollywood star Bradley Cooper lent his voice to the gun-toting furry character.

Cooper’s role left a lasting impression on fans. However, it did not stop rumors from swirling that Adam Sandler could have also played the role, whose name would often pop up whenever the movie was mentioned.
Cooper lent his voice to Rocket (Source: The Guardians of the Galaxy)
A few years ago, a Twitter account by the name of Movies Now dropped information about Sandler online. The account used the hashtag #DidYouKnow to state that the comedian had allegedly auditioned to voice Rocket. Moreover, they further claimed that Sandler also lost the role of Groot to Vin Diesel.

Gunn, who is very active on the social media site, immediately refuted the claims. “This is not true. I’ve never even met Adam Sandler,” he wrote in response. The tweets have since been deleted.

James Gunn is not new to debunking theories or sharing behind-the-scenes information

The director may have moved on to the DCEU to revive the franchise, but his contributions to the MCU cannot be quantified. Throughout his time with Marvel, Gunn garnered a reputation for quashing rumors and speaking the truth fearlessly.

Bradley Cooper’s Rocket Raccoon was at the heart of yet another controversy. Gunn once revealed that a Marvel Studios executive was unhappy with the actor sounding different.
Gunn revealed that a studio executive was unhappy (Source: The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3)
“One exec – who is no longer with Marvel Studios/Disney – saw an early cut & said, ‘Why did we pay money for Bradley Cooper if he doesn’t even sound like Bradley Cooper!? I was like, we hired him because he’s a great ACTOR. That’s the point! He’s creating a CHARACTER!” he divulged.

The Guardians of the Galaxy was a massive success, and the characters joined up with the Avengers to take down Thanos successfully. As of now, there is no confirmation whether Cooper’s character will show up in future projects.