I recently wrote about the surprise Best Supporting Actress Oscar win by Anna Paquin for 1993’s “The Piano.” At 11 years of age, she became the second youngest competitive Academy Award recipient in history. She remains the last child Oscar champ, though several have since been nominated.
The record for the youngest competitive Oscar victory by a child (someone age 17 or younger) was actually set two decades before the practically hyperventilating Paquin accepted her statuette. And it was in the same category — Best Supporting Actress. Ten-year-old Tatum O’Neal, daughter of the late Ryan O’Neal (a Best Actor nominee for 1970’s “Love Story”), delivered a performance in “Paper Moon” that was loved enough by the academy to bring her the coveted award. The younger O’Neal played Addie Loggins, a child turned con artist who teams up with a man posing as her father during The Great Depression. She was nominated alongside...
The record for the youngest competitive Oscar victory by a child (someone age 17 or younger) was actually set two decades before the practically hyperventilating Paquin accepted her statuette. And it was in the same category — Best Supporting Actress. Ten-year-old Tatum O’Neal, daughter of the late Ryan O’Neal (a Best Actor nominee for 1970’s “Love Story”), delivered a performance in “Paper Moon” that was loved enough by the academy to bring her the coveted award. The younger O’Neal played Addie Loggins, a child turned con artist who teams up with a man posing as her father during The Great Depression. She was nominated alongside...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tariq Khan
- Gold Derby
Heather Graham has worked on many R-rated films, such as “Boogie Nights,” “Austin Powers,” and “The Hangover.”
Heather Graham and Mark Wahlberg in character as Rollergirl and Dirk Diggler, respectively, on the dynamic set of ‘Boogie Nights’, a pivotal film from 1997 that explores the adult film industry of the 1970s (Credit: New Line Cinema)
While Drew Barrymore and Tatum O’Neal were also up for the part, Heather Graham got the role of Brandy/”Rollergirl” in the 1997 American period drama film Boogie Nights.
Director Paul Thomas Anderson had not considered Heather Graham for the part as it required nudity. However, her agent called him and asked if she could audition. The rest is history; she has received critical praise for her performance.
Director Paul Thomas Anderson giving direction to Heather Graham on the set of ‘Boogie Nights’, capturing a behind-the-scenes moment from the making of this critically acclaimed 1997 drama (Credit: New...
Heather Graham and Mark Wahlberg in character as Rollergirl and Dirk Diggler, respectively, on the dynamic set of ‘Boogie Nights’, a pivotal film from 1997 that explores the adult film industry of the 1970s (Credit: New Line Cinema)
While Drew Barrymore and Tatum O’Neal were also up for the part, Heather Graham got the role of Brandy/”Rollergirl” in the 1997 American period drama film Boogie Nights.
Director Paul Thomas Anderson had not considered Heather Graham for the part as it required nudity. However, her agent called him and asked if she could audition. The rest is history; she has received critical praise for her performance.
Director Paul Thomas Anderson giving direction to Heather Graham on the set of ‘Boogie Nights’, capturing a behind-the-scenes moment from the making of this critically acclaimed 1997 drama (Credit: New...
- 4/20/2024
- by Jan Stromsodd
- Your Next Shoes
At the inaugural Academy Awards in 1929, native Pennsylvanian Janet Gaynor made history as the first American-born performer to win an Oscar by taking the Best Actress prize for her body of work in “7th Heaven,” “Street Angel,” and “Sunrise.” Over the subsequent 95 years, 215 more thespians originating from the United States won the academy’s favor, meaning the country has now produced 68.1% of all individual acting Oscar recipients. Considering the last decade alone, the rate of such winners is even higher, at 70.3%.
At this point, 96.8% of American-born acting Oscar victors have hailed from one of 34 actual states. Of those constituting the remainder, three originated from the federal District of Columbia, while four were born in the territory of Puerto Rico. New York (home to 49 winners) is the most common birth state among the entire group, followed by California (34), Illinois (13), Massachusetts (11), and Pennsylvania (11).
Bearing in mind our specific birthplace focus, the 16 states...
At this point, 96.8% of American-born acting Oscar victors have hailed from one of 34 actual states. Of those constituting the remainder, three originated from the federal District of Columbia, while four were born in the territory of Puerto Rico. New York (home to 49 winners) is the most common birth state among the entire group, followed by California (34), Illinois (13), Massachusetts (11), and Pennsylvania (11).
Bearing in mind our specific birthplace focus, the 16 states...
- 3/18/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Given the back-to-back additions of Alicia Vikander and Viola Davis to the list of Best Supporting Actress Oscar winners with the five highest amounts of screen time, one might have reasonably expected subsequent recipients of the award to follow suit. However, since they all clocked in under 29 minutes, none of the last half dozen victors even cracked the top 30, and that trend is almost sure to continue in 2024. Indeed, all but one of the category’s five current hopefuls are nominated for performances that are shorter than at least half of the ones that have ever merited this honor.
The 2024 supporting actress nominees have an average screen time of 29 minutes and 48 seconds, or 22.97% of their respective films. These amounts are almost four minutes and over 3% greater than last year’s. In terms of physical time, their average is the 16th highest in the category’s 88-year history, while their percentage mean is the 25th highest.
The 2024 supporting actress nominees have an average screen time of 29 minutes and 48 seconds, or 22.97% of their respective films. These amounts are almost four minutes and over 3% greater than last year’s. In terms of physical time, their average is the 16th highest in the category’s 88-year history, while their percentage mean is the 25th highest.
- 3/5/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Playing families on screen is a challenge for any actors. Finding the chemistry between siblings, parents and their kids, and even spouses can be a matter of finding the right combination of talent and connection. Over the years, parents and their children have portrayed fictional dynamics similar to their own, notably Paper Moon starring Ryan and Tatum O’Neal. There are a lot fewer of these movies than you might think. Luckily, rising star Clara McGregor envisioned a film that echoed her relationship with her father, Ewan McGregor, and the actor was more than willing to step in as the dad on screen as well. The result, Bleeding Love, is a wonderful road trip film that takes the familiar tropes of the genre and adds to it.
Bleeding Love tells the story of an unnamed Daughter (Clara McGregor) being driven across the American Southwest by her Father (Ewan McGregor) after she recently overdosed.
Bleeding Love tells the story of an unnamed Daughter (Clara McGregor) being driven across the American Southwest by her Father (Ewan McGregor) after she recently overdosed.
- 2/26/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Lily Gladstone made Oscar history as the first Native American to be nominated in the Best Actress category for her role in Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon.” While we thought she would try her luck in the featured category, she opted to campaign in lead. Her importance to the plot suggests that she is a co-star, despite her screen-time (especially in the second half of the film and compared to that of Leonardo DiCaprio).
It isn’t often that a performance that could go supporting is campaigned as a lead, but it’s happened in the past – even the very recent past.
SEEOscar Experts say it’s Emma Stone vs. Lily Gladstone for Best Actress
Last year, Michelle Williams was at one point the odds-on favorite to win Best Supporting Actress for “The Fabelmans.” Though her reason for going lead in anyone’s guess, some suggest that...
It isn’t often that a performance that could go supporting is campaigned as a lead, but it’s happened in the past – even the very recent past.
SEEOscar Experts say it’s Emma Stone vs. Lily Gladstone for Best Actress
Last year, Michelle Williams was at one point the odds-on favorite to win Best Supporting Actress for “The Fabelmans.” Though her reason for going lead in anyone’s guess, some suggest that...
- 2/23/2024
- by Sebastian Ochoa Mendoza
- Gold Derby
Plot: A gritty, emotional tale about healing familial wounds through re-connection. After a drastic incident in her life, a young woman embarks on an impromptu road trip with her estranged father. En-route to their destination of Santa Fe, New Mexico, the two are forced to confront the issues of their past that have led to their frail relationship, while encountering an eccentric array of characters along the way, in order to bring them closer together again.
Review: Road trips and redemption tales have long been staples of filmmaking, big and small. Stories of connection between estranged family members, struggles with addiction, and stark looks at the landscape of rural America are nothing new, but that does not mean they are not ripe for new stories. Bleeding Love is a film rooted in the familiar tropes of decades worth of movies and yet it still manages to bring something unique to the mix.
Review: Road trips and redemption tales have long been staples of filmmaking, big and small. Stories of connection between estranged family members, struggles with addiction, and stark looks at the landscape of rural America are nothing new, but that does not mean they are not ripe for new stories. Bleeding Love is a film rooted in the familiar tropes of decades worth of movies and yet it still manages to bring something unique to the mix.
- 2/16/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
To paraphrase all those singing nuns, how do you solve a problem like Jack Reacher? If you're Christopher McQuarrie, you hire your movie star pal, Tom Cruise (despite the actor's notable height difference from the character as depicted in author Lee Child's novels — more on that later), and make a fabulous, still-underseen '70s-style political thriller/neo-noir film. If you're showrunner Nick Santora, you develop a TV series for Prime Video, hire the biggest Mack truck-looking dude you can, and make "a sharp, self-aware action caper," as /Film's own Valerie Ettenhoffer described it.
However, if you're Edward Zwick, you team up with your old "The Last Samurai" cohort Cruise and attempt to follow up McQuarrie's film with something a little bit different, seeing if there may be more to Reacher beneath his brooding brutality. Sadly, this approach failed to connect with audiences when Zwick's film, "Jack Reacher: Never Go Back,...
However, if you're Edward Zwick, you team up with your old "The Last Samurai" cohort Cruise and attempt to follow up McQuarrie's film with something a little bit different, seeing if there may be more to Reacher beneath his brooding brutality. Sadly, this approach failed to connect with audiences when Zwick's film, "Jack Reacher: Never Go Back,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Bill Bria
- Slash Film
Jamie Lee Curtis is celebrating a personal milestone.
The Oscar-winning actress took to Instagram on Saturday to mark being “clean and sober” for 25 years.
“One day at a time. 9,125 of them,” Curtis wrote. “What’s inside, as my old friend Adam sang, is a sense of calm, serenity, purpose and the greatest feeling that I am not alone. That many others share the same disease and solution.”
She also shared a photo of her holding up a ring that featured the words, “Jlc Twenty Five,” and added in the caption, “For all those struggling with addiction and shame, there are others out here who care. My hand in yours. Our hands in yours. Xo Jlc.”
The Everything Everywhere All at Once star has previously been open about her past battle with opioid addiction. She recalled on MSNBC’s Morning Joe in July that her “worst day was almost invisible to anyone else.
The Oscar-winning actress took to Instagram on Saturday to mark being “clean and sober” for 25 years.
“One day at a time. 9,125 of them,” Curtis wrote. “What’s inside, as my old friend Adam sang, is a sense of calm, serenity, purpose and the greatest feeling that I am not alone. That many others share the same disease and solution.”
She also shared a photo of her holding up a ring that featured the words, “Jlc Twenty Five,” and added in the caption, “For all those struggling with addiction and shame, there are others out here who care. My hand in yours. Our hands in yours. Xo Jlc.”
The Everything Everywhere All at Once star has previously been open about her past battle with opioid addiction. She recalled on MSNBC’s Morning Joe in July that her “worst day was almost invisible to anyone else.
- 2/4/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
By racking up three Best Actress Oscar notices between the ages of 26 and 32, previous teenage supporting nominee Jodie Foster proved it possible to earn academy recognition more than twice during adulthood after initially charming them as a child. Now, nearly three decades later, she has improved upon that distinction by landing her fifth career bid for “Nyad,” thus entering the Best Supporting Actress arena for the first time as an adult. Since her two featured bids are separated by 47 years, she now holds the record for longest span between consecutive Oscar nominations in a single acting category.
Foster, who first caught the academy’s attention at 14, belongs to the 18% minority of child nominees who went on to contend as adults. She was preceded in that regard by 17-year-old “Rebel Without a Cause” (1956) cast mates Sal Mineo and Natalie Wood and has only been followed by Saoirse Ronan, who competed for...
Foster, who first caught the academy’s attention at 14, belongs to the 18% minority of child nominees who went on to contend as adults. She was preceded in that regard by 17-year-old “Rebel Without a Cause” (1956) cast mates Sal Mineo and Natalie Wood and has only been followed by Saoirse Ronan, who competed for...
- 2/2/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
In December, Ryan O’Neal died due to congestive heart failure and a battle with leukemia and prostate cancer.
Only one out of four of his children was in attendance at his memorial service, where he was buried beside his late partner, Farrah Fawcett.
O’Neal’s son Griffin O’Neal, 59, claimed that he was “never invited” to the ceremony because “I’m the hated son who told the truth. Dark times in this family. Love means never having to say you’re sorry — and Ryan never did, to anyone,” he told the New York Post.
Griffin drove 2,000 miles from his home in Houston and upon his arrival he was informed that the service would not be held until after Christmas. However, it was held on Christmas Eve.
Tatum O’Neal and half-brother Redmond O’Neal were also not invited to attend the service. Patrick O’Neal was the only one of the O’Neal children in attendance.
Only one out of four of his children was in attendance at his memorial service, where he was buried beside his late partner, Farrah Fawcett.
O’Neal’s son Griffin O’Neal, 59, claimed that he was “never invited” to the ceremony because “I’m the hated son who told the truth. Dark times in this family. Love means never having to say you’re sorry — and Ryan never did, to anyone,” he told the New York Post.
Griffin drove 2,000 miles from his home in Houston and upon his arrival he was informed that the service would not be held until after Christmas. However, it was held on Christmas Eve.
Tatum O’Neal and half-brother Redmond O’Neal were also not invited to attend the service. Patrick O’Neal was the only one of the O’Neal children in attendance.
- 1/6/2024
- by Morgan Lee Powers
- Uinterview
A Los Angeles County death certificate for actor Ryan O’Neal details the cause of death for the Love Story star. O’Neal died at age 82 on December 8 of congestive heart failure following years of cardiomyopathy, according to the certificate obtained by The Blast. Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the heart has become congested and unable to pump properly, depriving the body’s other organs of oxygen-rich blood, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. Cardiomyopathy, meanwhile, refers to any disorder affecting the heart muscle — with causes including alcohol abuse, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, viral infections, and certain medicines — the medical organization reports. As for his other health battles, O’Neal was diagnosed with chronic leukemia in 2001 and prostate cancer in 2012, per Deadline. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images Following the Bones alum’s death, his children Patrick and Tatum O’Neal paid tribute to him in public statements. “Ryan was...
- 12/23/2023
- TV Insider
“Love Story” actor Ryan O’Neal died of “congestive heart failure,” according to his death certificate. The underlying cause was cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart muscle. No other cause was listed.
The Blast reported the news Friday after obtaining the certificate issued by Los Angeles County.
O’Neal had been in ill health for some time. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2012 and chronic leukemia in 2001. He died Dec. 8 at age 82.
His credits included an Oscar-nominated role in the 1970 film Love Story” and starred in two movies with Barbra Streisand (What’s Up Doc? and The Main Event).
He also starred in the comedy Paper Moon (1973) with his daughter Tatum O’Neal.
He also had a long run as a recurring character in the Fox crime drama Bones.
O’Neal is buried at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park near UCLA.
The Blast reported the news Friday after obtaining the certificate issued by Los Angeles County.
O’Neal had been in ill health for some time. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2012 and chronic leukemia in 2001. He died Dec. 8 at age 82.
His credits included an Oscar-nominated role in the 1970 film Love Story” and starred in two movies with Barbra Streisand (What’s Up Doc? and The Main Event).
He also starred in the comedy Paper Moon (1973) with his daughter Tatum O’Neal.
He also had a long run as a recurring character in the Fox crime drama Bones.
O’Neal is buried at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park near UCLA.
- 12/23/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Actor Ryan O’Neal’s cause of death has been officially revealed, two weeks after the actor died on December 8. The ‘Love Story’ actor died at the age of 82, reports ‘Mirror.co.uk’. His death was announced by his son Patrick O’Neal, 56, who shared the sad news in a post on Instagram.
Patrick wrote: “So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go. My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us.”
At first, Ryan’s cause of death was unknown, but now it has emerged that he died of congestive heart failure. Ryan’s death certificate was obtained by the Blast on Friday, revealing that the congestive heart failure was a result of suffering from cardiomyopathy for years.
As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, when Ryan died, he was hospitalised at...
Patrick wrote: “So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go. My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us.”
At first, Ryan’s cause of death was unknown, but now it has emerged that he died of congestive heart failure. Ryan’s death certificate was obtained by the Blast on Friday, revealing that the congestive heart failure was a result of suffering from cardiomyopathy for years.
As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, when Ryan died, he was hospitalised at...
- 12/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ryan O’Neal passed away earlier this month at the age of 82 and now his cause of death has been revealed.
The iconic actor’s death certificate has been made public and it has revealed new details about how he passed.
Keep reading to find out more…
The Blast reports that the actor “died from ‘congestive heart failure’ after suffering from ‘cardiomyopathy’ for years.” No other contributing factors are listed.
The death certificate reveals that Ryan was laid to rest at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park in Los Angeles.
The CDC says that when “cardiomyopathy occurs, the normal muscle in the heart can thicken, stiffen, thin out, or fill with substances the body produces that do not belong in the heart muscle. As a result, the heart muscle’s ability to pump blood is reduced, which can lead to irregular heartbeats, the backup of blood into the lungs or rest of the body,...
The iconic actor’s death certificate has been made public and it has revealed new details about how he passed.
Keep reading to find out more…
The Blast reports that the actor “died from ‘congestive heart failure’ after suffering from ‘cardiomyopathy’ for years.” No other contributing factors are listed.
The death certificate reveals that Ryan was laid to rest at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park in Los Angeles.
The CDC says that when “cardiomyopathy occurs, the normal muscle in the heart can thicken, stiffen, thin out, or fill with substances the body produces that do not belong in the heart muscle. As a result, the heart muscle’s ability to pump blood is reduced, which can lead to irregular heartbeats, the backup of blood into the lungs or rest of the body,...
- 12/23/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Tatum O’Neal, in a poignant message to well-wishers days after the death of her father, actor Ryan O’Neal, offers a simple but heartfelt, “Thank you everyone for all your love and support,” she says in the Instagram video. “He’s in heaven now.” After a slight pause, the somber-looking Tatum reassures, “Yeah.”
The video, set to Anten’s dreamy, ambient-style instrumental “Hope To See You Again,” is accompanied by a written message: “Me & my kids loved you so much, daddy. You’ll forever be in my heart. Keep each other close, everyone. Life is a journey.”
After her brief spoken message, O’Neal’s tribute video becomes a montage of photos of her and her dad over the years, touchingly ending with the famous Paper Moon photo of the two actors, in character as Addie and Moses Pray, seated on a quarter moon.
Watch the video below.
Tatum’s Ig...
The video, set to Anten’s dreamy, ambient-style instrumental “Hope To See You Again,” is accompanied by a written message: “Me & my kids loved you so much, daddy. You’ll forever be in my heart. Keep each other close, everyone. Life is a journey.”
After her brief spoken message, O’Neal’s tribute video becomes a montage of photos of her and her dad over the years, touchingly ending with the famous Paper Moon photo of the two actors, in character as Addie and Moses Pray, seated on a quarter moon.
Watch the video below.
Tatum’s Ig...
- 12/11/2023
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Tatum O’Neal is speaking out after the news of Ryan O’Neal’s death on Friday.
The Oscar-winning actress shared a statement with People about how she felt following her father’s passing. The two had a rocky relationship since working together on 1973’s Paper Moon, for which Tatum won the best supporting actress Academy Award at just 10 years old.
“I feel great sorrow with my father’s passing,” Tatum told the publication. “He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me too. I’ll miss him forever, and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms.”
Ryan’s son, Patrick, shared the news that his father had died in a series of lengthy Instagram posts, calling the Peyton’s Place star a “Hollywood legend.”
“My father Ryan O’Neal has always been my hero. I looked up to him and...
The Oscar-winning actress shared a statement with People about how she felt following her father’s passing. The two had a rocky relationship since working together on 1973’s Paper Moon, for which Tatum won the best supporting actress Academy Award at just 10 years old.
“I feel great sorrow with my father’s passing,” Tatum told the publication. “He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me too. I’ll miss him forever, and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms.”
Ryan’s son, Patrick, shared the news that his father had died in a series of lengthy Instagram posts, calling the Peyton’s Place star a “Hollywood legend.”
“My father Ryan O’Neal has always been my hero. I looked up to him and...
- 12/9/2023
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tatum O’Neal has shared both grief and gratitude following the death of her father, Love Story and Bones actor Ryan O’Neal. “I feel great sorrow with my father’s passing,” Tatum told People after Ryan died at age 82 on Friday. “He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me, too. I’ll miss him forever, and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms.” In her Instagram Stories on Saturday, the 60-year-old shared photos and a video clip of her famous father. Tatum followed Ryan into showbiz at a young age, sharing the big screen with him in 1973’s Paper Moon, pictured below — for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role — as well as 1976’s Nickelodeon and 1981’s Obsession. Tatum went on to guest-star in episodes of Sex and the City, 8 Simple Rules, Law & Order: Criminal Intent,...
- 12/9/2023
- TV Insider
Oscar-nominated actor Ryan O’Neal, who came to prominence on TV’s ‘Peyton Place’ and became a top star of the 1970s in films including ‘Love Story’, ‘What’s Up, Doc?’, ‘Paper Moon’ and ‘Barry Lyndon’, died on Friday, his son Patrick said on Instagram. He was 82.
Ryan was diagnosed with chronic leukaemia in 2001 and with prostate cancer in 2012. “Ryan was a very generous man who has always been there to help his loved ones for decade upon decade,” his son wrote, reports Variety.
“My dad was 82, and lived a kick ass life. I hope the first thing he brags about in Heaven is how he sparred 2 rounds with Joe Frazier in 1966, on national TV, with Muhammad Ali doing the commentary, and went toe to toe with Smokin’ Joe”, he added.
In later years, Ryan’s acting work often took a backseat to media coverage on his personal travails, involving his combative...
Ryan was diagnosed with chronic leukaemia in 2001 and with prostate cancer in 2012. “Ryan was a very generous man who has always been there to help his loved ones for decade upon decade,” his son wrote, reports Variety.
“My dad was 82, and lived a kick ass life. I hope the first thing he brags about in Heaven is how he sparred 2 rounds with Joe Frazier in 1966, on national TV, with Muhammad Ali doing the commentary, and went toe to toe with Smokin’ Joe”, he added.
In later years, Ryan’s acting work often took a backseat to media coverage on his personal travails, involving his combative...
- 12/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Ryan O’Neal has died. The Love Story star was 82. His son, sportscaster Patrick O’Neal, shared the sad news on Instagram.
“My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us,” he wrote.
“My father Ryan O’Neal has always been my hero,” he added. “I looked up to him and he was always bigger than life.”
Keep scrolling to revisit O’Neal’s life in photos.
Ryan O’Neal starred in ‘Peyton Place’ [L-r] Ryan O’Neal in the TV show ‘Empire’ in 1962; Mia Farrow and Ryan O’Neal in ‘Peyton Place’ | NBC Television/Archive Photos/Getty Images; Bettmann / Contributor
O’Neal was born in 1941 to screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actor Patricia Callaghan O’Neal. He began acting in the early 1960s with roles in shows such as Leave It to Beaver and The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.
“My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us,” he wrote.
“My father Ryan O’Neal has always been my hero,” he added. “I looked up to him and he was always bigger than life.”
Keep scrolling to revisit O’Neal’s life in photos.
Ryan O’Neal starred in ‘Peyton Place’ [L-r] Ryan O’Neal in the TV show ‘Empire’ in 1962; Mia Farrow and Ryan O’Neal in ‘Peyton Place’ | NBC Television/Archive Photos/Getty Images; Bettmann / Contributor
O’Neal was born in 1941 to screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actor Patricia Callaghan O’Neal. He began acting in the early 1960s with roles in shows such as Leave It to Beaver and The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.
- 12/9/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Tatum O’Neal is breaking her silence in the wake of her dad Ryan O’Neal‘s death.
Ryan, who was best known for his roles in movies such as Love Story and The Main Event, passed away at the age of 82. The news was shared by his son Patrick on Friday (December 8).
Keep reading to find out how Tatum honored her father…
On the same day, Tatum spoke out about what her father meant to her.
“I feel great sorrow with my father’s passing,” she said in a statement obtained by People. “He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me too. I’ll miss him forever. and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms.”
Tatum, 60, has forged her own acting career, appearing in films such as Paper Moon, The Runaways, and Little Darlings.
Our thoughts are with Ryan...
Ryan, who was best known for his roles in movies such as Love Story and The Main Event, passed away at the age of 82. The news was shared by his son Patrick on Friday (December 8).
Keep reading to find out how Tatum honored her father…
On the same day, Tatum spoke out about what her father meant to her.
“I feel great sorrow with my father’s passing,” she said in a statement obtained by People. “He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me too. I’ll miss him forever. and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms.”
Tatum, 60, has forged her own acting career, appearing in films such as Paper Moon, The Runaways, and Little Darlings.
Our thoughts are with Ryan...
- 12/9/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Oscar-nominated actor Ryan O’Neal has died. The star of Love Story (for which he received a best actor nod) Peyton Place, Barry Lyndon, and Paper Moon was 82.
“So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go,” his son Patrick O’Neal wrote in a Dec. 8 Instagram post. “My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us.” A cause of death was not disclosed. O’Neal had been diagnosed with leukemia in 2001 and prostate cancer in 2012.
Ryan O’Neal was an iconic leading man with a tumultuous personal life Ali MacGraw und Ryan O’Neal in ‘Love Story’ | ullstein bild/ullstein bild via Getty Images
O’Neal started out as an amateur boxer before turning to acting in the 1960s with parts in shows such as The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis,...
“So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go,” his son Patrick O’Neal wrote in a Dec. 8 Instagram post. “My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us.” A cause of death was not disclosed. O’Neal had been diagnosed with leukemia in 2001 and prostate cancer in 2012.
Ryan O’Neal was an iconic leading man with a tumultuous personal life Ali MacGraw und Ryan O’Neal in ‘Love Story’ | ullstein bild/ullstein bild via Getty Images
O’Neal started out as an amateur boxer before turning to acting in the 1960s with parts in shows such as The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis,...
- 12/9/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Ryan O'Neal, best known for a string of starring roles in the 1970s films "Love Story," "Paper Moon," "What's Up, Doc?" and "Barry Lyndon," has died at 82. His cause of death is not known, but he had been battling ill health for some time, including a diagnosis of chronic leukemia in 2001 and prostate cancer in 2012. His longtime partner, Farrah Fawcett, died of cancer in 2009. The news of O'Neal's passing was shared by his son, Patrick, who wrote on Instagram:
"My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us ... My father Ryan O'Neal has always been my hero. I looked up to him and he was always bigger than life ... He is a Hollywood legend. Full stop."
O'Neal was born in 1941, the son of screenwriter Charles "Blackie" O'Neal and actress Patricia Ruth Olga. His career began on television,...
"My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us ... My father Ryan O'Neal has always been my hero. I looked up to him and he was always bigger than life ... He is a Hollywood legend. Full stop."
O'Neal was born in 1941, the son of screenwriter Charles "Blackie" O'Neal and actress Patricia Ruth Olga. His career began on television,...
- 12/8/2023
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
Feature roles included What’s Up, Doc?, Paper Moon.
Ryan O’Neal, the US actor whose boyish good looks and Oscar-nominated turn in Love Story turned him into an international heartthrob, has died. He was 82.
The actor’s son and sportscaster Patrick O’Neal announced the news on Instagram. O’Neal had various forms of cancer since 2001.
Born on April 20 1941 in Los Angeles to author-screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actress mother Patricia Callaghan, O’Neal was a competitive young boxer and the family moved around, living in the UK, Germany, Mexico, and the West Indies.
After working as a stuntman O’Neal played Rodney...
Ryan O’Neal, the US actor whose boyish good looks and Oscar-nominated turn in Love Story turned him into an international heartthrob, has died. He was 82.
The actor’s son and sportscaster Patrick O’Neal announced the news on Instagram. O’Neal had various forms of cancer since 2001.
Born on April 20 1941 in Los Angeles to author-screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actress mother Patricia Callaghan, O’Neal was a competitive young boxer and the family moved around, living in the UK, Germany, Mexico, and the West Indies.
After working as a stuntman O’Neal played Rodney...
- 12/8/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Feature roles included What’s Up, Doc?, Paper Moon.
Ryan O’Neal, the US actor whose boyish good looks and Oscar-nominated turn in Love Story turned him into a national heartthrob, has died. He was 82.
The actor’s son and sportscaster Patrick O’Neal announced the news on Instagram. O’Neal had various forms of cancer since 2001.
Born on April 20 1941 in Los Angeles to author-screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actress mother Patricia Callaghan, O’Neal was a competitive young boxer and the family moved around, living in the UK, Germany, Mexico, and the West Indies.
After working as a stuntman O’Neal played Rodney...
Ryan O’Neal, the US actor whose boyish good looks and Oscar-nominated turn in Love Story turned him into a national heartthrob, has died. He was 82.
The actor’s son and sportscaster Patrick O’Neal announced the news on Instagram. O’Neal had various forms of cancer since 2001.
Born on April 20 1941 in Los Angeles to author-screenwriter Charles O’Neal and actress mother Patricia Callaghan, O’Neal was a competitive young boxer and the family moved around, living in the UK, Germany, Mexico, and the West Indies.
After working as a stuntman O’Neal played Rodney...
- 12/8/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Another former silver screen icon has passed, with THR reporting that Ryan O’Neal, star of Love Story and Barry Lyndon, has died at 82. While his star had dimmed since his heyday, at the height of his fame, Ryan O’Neal was considered one of the biggest stars in the world. His 1970 classic Love Story, co-starring Ali McGraw, made him one of the decade’s biggest heartthrobs, and he followed it up with a couple of stone-cold classics, including a few movies by Peter Bogdanovich. His first movie with the director, What’s Up Doc, paired him for the first time with Barbra Streisand, with the two reuniting years later for The Main Event – both of which were massive hits. Probably his best movie with Bogdanovich, Paper Moon, paired him with his daughter, Tatum O’Neal, who took home an Oscar for her role in this black-and-white depression-set classic.
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- 12/8/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Oscar-nominated actor Ryan O’Neal, who came to prominence on TV’s “Peyton Place” and became a top star of the 1970s in films including “Love Story,” “What’s Up, Doc?,” “Paper Moon” and “Barry Lyndon,” died Friday, his son Patrick said on Instagram. He was 82.
O’Neal was diagnosed with chronic leukemia in 2001 and with prostate cancer in 2012.
“Ryan was a very generous man who has always been there to help his loved ones for decade upon decade,” his son wrote. “My dad was 82, and lived a kick ass life. I hope the first thing he brags about in Heaven is how he sparred 2 rounds with Joe Frazier in 1966, on national TV, with Muhammad Ali doing the commentary, and went toe to toe with Smokin’ Joe.”
In later years, O’Neal’s acting work often took a backseat to media coverage on his personal travails, involving his combative relationship with longtime companion Farrah Fawcett,...
O’Neal was diagnosed with chronic leukemia in 2001 and with prostate cancer in 2012.
“Ryan was a very generous man who has always been there to help his loved ones for decade upon decade,” his son wrote. “My dad was 82, and lived a kick ass life. I hope the first thing he brags about in Heaven is how he sparred 2 rounds with Joe Frazier in 1966, on national TV, with Muhammad Ali doing the commentary, and went toe to toe with Smokin’ Joe.”
In later years, O’Neal’s acting work often took a backseat to media coverage on his personal travails, involving his combative relationship with longtime companion Farrah Fawcett,...
- 12/8/2023
- by Carmel Dagan
- Variety Film + TV
Fans of Judy Blume’s “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.” had to wait more than 50 years to see the classic children’s novel transferred to the big screen, but their patience was finally rewarded this spring. Written and directed by Kelly Fremon Craig (“The Edge of Seventeen”) and featuring such A-listers as Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates, the faithful film adaptation boasts an awe-inspiring Rotten Tomatoes critics score of 99% and was even described by its source’s author in a “Today” interview as “better than the book.” As the 2024 movie awards season begins, its best shot at a Golden Globe nomination lies with its 15-year-old star, Abby Ryder Fortson, who would be the fifth youngest contender in the history of her category.
At this point, Fortson is hovering directly outside of Gold Derby’s predicted six-person Best Comedy/Musical Actress lineup with the support of just over a quarter of our oddsmakers.
At this point, Fortson is hovering directly outside of Gold Derby’s predicted six-person Best Comedy/Musical Actress lineup with the support of just over a quarter of our oddsmakers.
- 12/8/2023
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
Ryan O’Neal, the Oscar-nominated Love Story actor who starred in some of the most memorable movies of the 1970s, from What’s Up, Doc? and Paper Moon to Barry Lyndon, died today. He was 82.
His death was announced by son Patrick O’Neal on Instagram. Although a cause was not specified, O’Neal had battled various health issues for decades, from a leukemia diagnosis in 2001 and Stage 4 prostate cancer in 2012.
“So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go,” wrote Patrick O’Neal, a longtime Los Angeles sportscaster. “My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us.”
“This is just so hard for us,” Patrick continues in the lengthy message. “Ryan made such an impact and this will be difficult without him. This is and will be a huge void in our lives.
His death was announced by son Patrick O’Neal on Instagram. Although a cause was not specified, O’Neal had battled various health issues for decades, from a leukemia diagnosis in 2001 and Stage 4 prostate cancer in 2012.
“So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go,” wrote Patrick O’Neal, a longtime Los Angeles sportscaster. “My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us.”
“This is just so hard for us,” Patrick continues in the lengthy message. “Ryan made such an impact and this will be difficult without him. This is and will be a huge void in our lives.
- 12/8/2023
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Ryan O’Neal, the boyish leading man who kicked off an extraordinary 1970s run in Hollywood with his Oscar-nominated turn as the Harvard preppie Oliver in the legendary romantic tearjerker Love Story, has died. He was 82.
O’Neal died Friday, his son Patrick O’Neal, a sportscaster with Bally Sports West in Los Angeles, reported on Instagram. He had been diagnosed with chronic leukemia in 2001 and with prostate cancer in 2012.
“As a human being, my father was as generous as they come,” Patrick wrote. “And the funniest person in any room. And the most handsome clearly, but also the most charming. Lethal combo. He loved to make people laugh. It’s pretty much his goal. Didn’t matter the situation, if there was a joke to be found, he nailed it. He really wanted us laughing. And we did all laugh. Every time. We had fun. Fun in the sun.”
On the...
O’Neal died Friday, his son Patrick O’Neal, a sportscaster with Bally Sports West in Los Angeles, reported on Instagram. He had been diagnosed with chronic leukemia in 2001 and with prostate cancer in 2012.
“As a human being, my father was as generous as they come,” Patrick wrote. “And the funniest person in any room. And the most handsome clearly, but also the most charming. Lethal combo. He loved to make people laugh. It’s pretty much his goal. Didn’t matter the situation, if there was a joke to be found, he nailed it. He really wanted us laughing. And we did all laugh. Every time. We had fun. Fun in the sun.”
On the...
- 12/8/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Ashley Benson is a beautiful and talented star in the TV and movie industry. The American actress, model, and singer made her acting debut with an episode of a 2002 crime drama series The District. But the role that made her a household name was Hanna Marin in the hit teen mystery drama series Pretty Little Liars. Benson is currently starring in a Prime Video thriller series Wilderness alongside Jenna Coleman and Oliver Jackson-Cohen. So, if you love Benson’s performances here are the 10 best movies and TV shows starring Ashley Benson that should be on your watchlist.
10. Mob Land (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Saban Films
Synopsis: Deep in the heart of Dixie, in a small town struggling with the ravages of addiction, a local sheriff (John Travolta) tries to maintain the peace when desperate family man Shelby (Shiloh Fernandez) robs a pill mill with his reckless brother-in-law, Trey (Kevin Dillon...
10. Mob Land (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Saban Films
Synopsis: Deep in the heart of Dixie, in a small town struggling with the ravages of addiction, a local sheriff (John Travolta) tries to maintain the peace when desperate family man Shelby (Shiloh Fernandez) robs a pill mill with his reckless brother-in-law, Trey (Kevin Dillon...
- 9/14/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Hollywood has seen its fair share of child stars, but only a few can be compared to the early successes of Tatum O’Neal. As a child actor, O’Neal set a few records in Hollywood. Unsurprisingly, she was listed on VH1’s 2005 list of 100 Greatest Kid Stars. While some child actors choose to have an acting career, O’Neal became a third-generation actress. However, fame and stardom came at a price for O’Neal, with several struggles in her career and personal life. Here’s Tatum O’Neal’s journey from a child star and her resilience through all her struggles. Tatum O’Neal Was Born...
- 9/8/2023
- by Onyinye Izundu
- TVovermind.com
American former professional tennis player John McEnroe has been married twice, first to Tatum O’Neal and then to Patty Smyth. While his volatile marriage to O’Neal produced three children, he has two daughters with his second and current wife. The tennis legend’s first marriage ended acrimoniously, but his marital commitment to Smyth seems destined for happily ever after. While a declining career, substance abuse, and domestic violence have been blamed for McEnroe’s failed marriage, friendship, compromise, and sex are some factors that have sustained his decades-long marriage to his second wife. John McEnroe’s wives are both famous performers. The first,...
- 9/3/2023
- by Banks Onuoha
- TVovermind.com
Tatum O’Neal is trying to piece her life together after a debilitating stroke.
The actress suffered a life-changing stroke in May 2020 caused by a prescription drug overdose, which left her in a coma for over a month. One of the side effects was the loss of speech, though she’s slowly learned to heal since then.
“I’ve had problems with drugs for many, many years,” O’Neal recalled of the incident to The Hollywood Reporter. “But I overtook my medicine, for sure. And that’s it. I fell asleep. That’s what happened.”
Read More: Tatum O’Neal Reveals Painful Battle With Rheumatoid Arthritis: ‘My Hands Stopped Working’
Since then she’s attempt to take the opportunity to reshape her life and heal the pain of the past, including her fractured relationship with her father Ryan O’Neal.
“My father and I are going to have a conversation,” she said...
The actress suffered a life-changing stroke in May 2020 caused by a prescription drug overdose, which left her in a coma for over a month. One of the side effects was the loss of speech, though she’s slowly learned to heal since then.
“I’ve had problems with drugs for many, many years,” O’Neal recalled of the incident to The Hollywood Reporter. “But I overtook my medicine, for sure. And that’s it. I fell asleep. That’s what happened.”
Read More: Tatum O’Neal Reveals Painful Battle With Rheumatoid Arthritis: ‘My Hands Stopped Working’
Since then she’s attempt to take the opportunity to reshape her life and heal the pain of the past, including her fractured relationship with her father Ryan O’Neal.
“My father and I are going to have a conversation,” she said...
- 7/17/2023
- by Anita Tai
- ET Canada
Fifty years ago, a novice child actress named Tatum O’Neal captivated the world in Paper Moon, the Great Depression-set classic about a motherless little girl (O’Neal) and a grifter — possibly her father (played by her actual father, Ryan O’Neal) — tasked with transporting her from Kansas to an aunt in Missouri.
Her performance — funny, heartbreaking, assured beyond her years — won 10-year-old Tatum an Oscar for best supporting actress at the 1974 Academy Awards. Styled adorably in a tuxedo and tomboy haircut, a stunned Tatum — who was chaperoned by her grandfather (Ryan was overseas making Barry Lyndon with Stanley Kubrick at the time; her mother, ’60s TV actress Joanna Moore, was long absent, having succumbed to amphetamine addiction) — told the audience at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion: “All I really want to thank is my director, Peter Bogdanovich, and my father. Thank you.” A half-century later, she still holds the record for youngest Oscar winner.
Her performance — funny, heartbreaking, assured beyond her years — won 10-year-old Tatum an Oscar for best supporting actress at the 1974 Academy Awards. Styled adorably in a tuxedo and tomboy haircut, a stunned Tatum — who was chaperoned by her grandfather (Ryan was overseas making Barry Lyndon with Stanley Kubrick at the time; her mother, ’60s TV actress Joanna Moore, was long absent, having succumbed to amphetamine addiction) — told the audience at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion: “All I really want to thank is my director, Peter Bogdanovich, and my father. Thank you.” A half-century later, she still holds the record for youngest Oscar winner.
- 7/17/2023
- by Seth Abramovitch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Summer movie season is heating up, but if you can’t make it out to a theater, there are plenty of great films to stream at home in May. This month sees the streaming debut of Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” which, judging by the box office, many of you skipped seeing in theaters. The sequel hits Disney+ on May 17, a week after the Disney+ streaming debut of the Tom Holland-fronted “Spider-Man: Homecoming” and a couple of days before the Jack Harlow-fronted “White Men Can’t Jump” remake debuts on Hulu.
The well-reviewed drama “Air” — written by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, directed by Affleck and starring both — comes to Prime Video on May 12 after an exclusive theatrical run, and Netflix has an Anna Nicole Smith documentary hitting on May 16.
All that and more, including a bevy of great library titles, make up our list of the...
The well-reviewed drama “Air” — written by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, directed by Affleck and starring both — comes to Prime Video on May 12 after an exclusive theatrical run, and Netflix has an Anna Nicole Smith documentary hitting on May 16.
All that and more, including a bevy of great library titles, make up our list of the...
- 5/26/2023
- by Drew Taylor and Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Todd Haynes is the latest auteur to use Cannes as a launching pad for a potential Oscar contender, debuting his delicious dramedy “May December” at the festival on Saturday.
Premiering less than one hour after Martin Scorsese’s 202-minute “Killers of the Flower Moon” conquered Cannes, the torrential downpour on Saturday night couldn’t keep many patrons away from taking in the Haynes movie. And not just because the movie reunites the director with his muse Julianne Moore, who he worked wonders with on “Safe” (1995) and “Far from Heaven” (2002), the latter which earned an Oscar nomination for Moore’s performance and one for Haynes’ script.
Add the excitement of Moore acting opposite Natalie Portman; how can this not be a winning recipe for success? With a whip-smart script from feature debut screenwriter Samy Burch (and a “story by” credit by Alex Mechanik), as well as a surprising standout turn from heartthrob Charles Melton,...
Premiering less than one hour after Martin Scorsese’s 202-minute “Killers of the Flower Moon” conquered Cannes, the torrential downpour on Saturday night couldn’t keep many patrons away from taking in the Haynes movie. And not just because the movie reunites the director with his muse Julianne Moore, who he worked wonders with on “Safe” (1995) and “Far from Heaven” (2002), the latter which earned an Oscar nomination for Moore’s performance and one for Haynes’ script.
Add the excitement of Moore acting opposite Natalie Portman; how can this not be a winning recipe for success? With a whip-smart script from feature debut screenwriter Samy Burch (and a “story by” credit by Alex Mechanik), as well as a surprising standout turn from heartthrob Charles Melton,...
- 5/21/2023
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
(Welcome to Did They Get It Right?, a series where we look at an Oscars category from yesteryear and examine whether the Academy's winner stands the test of time.)
Few directors have had as good a three-year run of movies as Peter Bogdanovich did from 1971-73 with "The Last Picture Show," "What's Up, Doc?," and "Paper Moon." Each one demonstrated his ability to create big ensembles of people who all feel like fully realized people that you could easily follow off-screen and imagine their whole life.
Consequently, he directed six different actors to Oscar nominations in that span and three of them won. The first two were Cloris Leachman and Ben Johnson for "The Last Picture Show," both of whom were veteran character actors. The third, though, was someone making their feature film debut. Not only was this her first movie, she was just 10 years old when she won. That person was Tatum O'Neal,...
Few directors have had as good a three-year run of movies as Peter Bogdanovich did from 1971-73 with "The Last Picture Show," "What's Up, Doc?," and "Paper Moon." Each one demonstrated his ability to create big ensembles of people who all feel like fully realized people that you could easily follow off-screen and imagine their whole life.
Consequently, he directed six different actors to Oscar nominations in that span and three of them won. The first two were Cloris Leachman and Ben Johnson for "The Last Picture Show," both of whom were veteran character actors. The third, though, was someone making their feature film debut. Not only was this her first movie, she was just 10 years old when she won. That person was Tatum O'Neal,...
- 5/14/2023
- by Mike Shutt
- Slash Film
During The Andy Griffith Show’s eight-season run, Sheriff Andy Taylor had a few serious girlfriends and several one-off dates. One of his more serious love interests, Peggy McMillian, portrayed by Joanna Moore, was a nurse who exited Mayberry shortly before Helen Clump, Andy’s eventual wife, came on the scene. While Peggy only lasted a few episodes, she left a lasting impression on many fans. Some fans argue that Andy belonged with Peggy and not Helen. They proclaim that Andy Griffith had more chemistry with Joanna Moore. So why was Peggy McMillian written off of the show?
Joanna Moore and Andy Griffith are rumored to have had an affair during ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
According to Andy and Don: The Making of a Friendship and a Classic American TV Show, a 2015 book by Daniel de Visé, Joanne Moore, and Andy Griffith, might have had a closer connection than many people think.
Joanna Moore and Andy Griffith are rumored to have had an affair during ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
According to Andy and Don: The Making of a Friendship and a Classic American TV Show, a 2015 book by Daniel de Visé, Joanne Moore, and Andy Griffith, might have had a closer connection than many people think.
- 4/23/2023
- by Andrea Francese
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Comedy has been a popular genre for generations of film audiences seeking an escape from everyday troubles. Although these films often do well at the box office, the Academy is not always quick to reward lighter fare. However, there have been a few competitive acting wins over the past nine decades, and here we rank the 30 funniest of all time in the photo gallery above to wish you a Happy April Fools’ Day.
Out of these 30, there are five for Best Actor, including Jack Nicholson, who holds the record for male acting nominations, and 10 for Best Actress, including Barbra Streisand‘s win for her film debut in “Funny Girl,” which also resulted in a rare tie. Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert are included for their wins for “It Happened One Night,” which also holds the distinction of being the first of only three films to win the “Big Five”.
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Out of these 30, there are five for Best Actor, including Jack Nicholson, who holds the record for male acting nominations, and 10 for Best Actress, including Barbra Streisand‘s win for her film debut in “Funny Girl,” which also resulted in a rare tie. Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert are included for their wins for “It Happened One Night,” which also holds the distinction of being the first of only three films to win the “Big Five”.
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- 4/1/2023
- by Susan Pennington and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Peter Werner, the Oscar-winning director known for his television work that spanned five decades and included helming episodes of such popular series as Moonlighting, A Different World, Justified and Law & Order: Svu, has died. He was 76.
Werner died Tuesday morning in Wilmington, North Carolina, his younger brother, Tom Werner (producer on The Cosby Show, Roseanne, That ’70s Show, The Conners), told The Hollywood Reporter. “He had a torn aorta that the doctors weren’t able to repair. So sudden,” he wrote in an email.
As a student project while attending the American Film Institute, Peter Werner directed the 1976 short film In the Region of Ice, which was based on Joyce Carol Oates’ short story and starred Fionnula Flanagan. The project won the Oscar for live-action short film.
His career kicked off from there, with Werner helming a 1977 episode of Family. The ABC drama counted Mike Nichols and Aaron Spelling as executive producers.
Werner died Tuesday morning in Wilmington, North Carolina, his younger brother, Tom Werner (producer on The Cosby Show, Roseanne, That ’70s Show, The Conners), told The Hollywood Reporter. “He had a torn aorta that the doctors weren’t able to repair. So sudden,” he wrote in an email.
As a student project while attending the American Film Institute, Peter Werner directed the 1976 short film In the Region of Ice, which was based on Joyce Carol Oates’ short story and starred Fionnula Flanagan. The project won the Oscar for live-action short film.
His career kicked off from there, with Werner helming a 1977 episode of Family. The ABC drama counted Mike Nichols and Aaron Spelling as executive producers.
- 3/22/2023
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Every year, a lot of actors win awards on Oscar night, but the ones who most often win the evening are the young stars and starlets who get to walk the red carpet. Sometimes they even win Oscar gold too. With any luck, the young star of “The Florida Project” Brooklynn Prince will make a splash at this year’s ceremony, but here are some of the cutest kids of years’ past:
Jackie Cooper – “Skippy” (1930)
Jackie Cooper was nominated for Best Actor for his role in 1930’s “Skippy.” To date, he’s the youngest boy to ever be nominated in the Best Actor category. He lost to Lionel Barrymore, who thanked Cooper in his acceptance speech. But Cooper didn’t hear it: he fell asleep on Marie Dressler’s arm during the ceremony (which started after midnight) and no one wanted to wake him.
Shirley Temple – (1934)
Shirley Temple was the...
Jackie Cooper – “Skippy” (1930)
Jackie Cooper was nominated for Best Actor for his role in 1930’s “Skippy.” To date, he’s the youngest boy to ever be nominated in the Best Actor category. He lost to Lionel Barrymore, who thanked Cooper in his acceptance speech. But Cooper didn’t hear it: he fell asleep on Marie Dressler’s arm during the ceremony (which started after midnight) and no one wanted to wake him.
Shirley Temple – (1934)
Shirley Temple was the...
- 3/14/2023
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Pearry Reginald Teo, the Singaporean-born genre filmmaker behind the Bai Ling-starring The Gene Generation and Dmx‘s last movie, Fast Vengeance, has died. He was 44.
Teo died Thursday of an unknown cause in his home in North Hollywood, his rep Italia Gandolfo told The Hollywood Reporter.
The writer-director’s body of work included the Hellraiser-inspired Necromentia (2009) and The Assent (2019), a movie about exorcism that featured Tatum O’Neal and premiered at the Toronto After Dark Festival.
Teo also served as an executive producer on Warner Bros.’ Cloud Atlas, directed by the Wachowskis and Tom Tykwer.
The Gene Generation (2007), released by Lionsgate and made for a reported $2.5 million, starred Ling as a kick-ass assassin battling DNA hackers and included a cameo by Faye Dunaway.
Fast Vengeance (2021), starring martial arts star D.Y. Sao, centered on the world of underground motorcycle racing. (Sao and Teo would reunite for 2022’s Shadow Master.)
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Teo died Thursday of an unknown cause in his home in North Hollywood, his rep Italia Gandolfo told The Hollywood Reporter.
The writer-director’s body of work included the Hellraiser-inspired Necromentia (2009) and The Assent (2019), a movie about exorcism that featured Tatum O’Neal and premiered at the Toronto After Dark Festival.
Teo also served as an executive producer on Warner Bros.’ Cloud Atlas, directed by the Wachowskis and Tom Tykwer.
The Gene Generation (2007), released by Lionsgate and made for a reported $2.5 million, starred Ling as a kick-ass assassin battling DNA hackers and included a cameo by Faye Dunaway.
Fast Vengeance (2021), starring martial arts star D.Y. Sao, centered on the world of underground motorcycle racing. (Sao and Teo would reunite for 2022’s Shadow Master.)
Teo...
- 3/12/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
(Welcome to The Movies That Made "Star Wars," a series where we explore the films and television properties that inspired George Lucas' iconic universe. In this edition: Peter Bogdonavich's masterpiece "Paper Moon.")
When you think of "The Mandalorian," the primary cinematic influence that comes to mind might be the Japanese classic series "Lone Wolf and Cub." The relationship between Din Djarin and Grogu is very reminiscent — at least in early seasons — of Itto Ogami and his toddler son Daigoro. The choice given to Grogu by Luke Skywalker, where he must choose between the way of the Jedi and the way of the Mandalorians, is a shot-for-shot recreation of the choice Ogami gives Daigoro in the films. He's to choose between a ball or the sword in "Lone Wolf and Cub," rather than a beskar shirt or a lightsaber. We talked about the influences of "Lone Wolf and Club" in a previous installment,...
When you think of "The Mandalorian," the primary cinematic influence that comes to mind might be the Japanese classic series "Lone Wolf and Cub." The relationship between Din Djarin and Grogu is very reminiscent — at least in early seasons — of Itto Ogami and his toddler son Daigoro. The choice given to Grogu by Luke Skywalker, where he must choose between the way of the Jedi and the way of the Mandalorians, is a shot-for-shot recreation of the choice Ogami gives Daigoro in the films. He's to choose between a ball or the sword in "Lone Wolf and Cub," rather than a beskar shirt or a lightsaber. We talked about the influences of "Lone Wolf and Club" in a previous installment,...
- 3/11/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
“The Sea Beast,” the most-watched Netflix original animated film, is also an Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature. And it’s the type of movie that you can feel was made by someone who really loves movies.
That someone is producer/writer/director Chris Williams, whose story centers on a monster hunter named Jacob (Karl Urban) whose life is turned upside down by a pint-sized stowaway named Maisie (Zaris-Angel Hator). Maisie winds up challenging his entire way of life, as he’s forced to confront the harsh truths about what he does so well – hunt sea monsters.
TheWrap spoke with Williams during the final leg of his Oscar campaign about the five movies that inspired him the most during the making of “The Sea Beast” – and what made them influential.
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‘The Sea Beast’ Director Chris Williams on Crafting the Opening Sequence: ‘I Wanted to Make a Splash’ 1. “Raiders of the Lost Ark...
That someone is producer/writer/director Chris Williams, whose story centers on a monster hunter named Jacob (Karl Urban) whose life is turned upside down by a pint-sized stowaway named Maisie (Zaris-Angel Hator). Maisie winds up challenging his entire way of life, as he’s forced to confront the harsh truths about what he does so well – hunt sea monsters.
TheWrap spoke with Williams during the final leg of his Oscar campaign about the five movies that inspired him the most during the making of “The Sea Beast” – and what made them influential.
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‘The Sea Beast’ Director Chris Williams on Crafting the Opening Sequence: ‘I Wanted to Make a Splash’ 1. “Raiders of the Lost Ark...
- 2/22/2023
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
This Star Wars article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett.
It’s no secret The Book of Boba Fett turned out to be a polarizing entry in the “Mandoverse” last year. We’ve certainly written quite a bit about how the show ultimately does the classic bounty hunter a disservice by sidelining Boba midway through the story to address a cliffhanger from a completely different show. And a year on, many Star Wars fans can at least agree that using the series to provide a resolution to Din Djarin and Grogu’s emotional separation at the end of The Mandalorian season 2 was a mistake. And the choice didn’t just break Boba Fett’s show, but it also robbed The Mandalorian season 3 of this important reunion.
In fact, fans who skipped The Book of Boba Fett for whatever reason have been caught by surprise by...
It’s no secret The Book of Boba Fett turned out to be a polarizing entry in the “Mandoverse” last year. We’ve certainly written quite a bit about how the show ultimately does the classic bounty hunter a disservice by sidelining Boba midway through the story to address a cliffhanger from a completely different show. And a year on, many Star Wars fans can at least agree that using the series to provide a resolution to Din Djarin and Grogu’s emotional separation at the end of The Mandalorian season 2 was a mistake. And the choice didn’t just break Boba Fett’s show, but it also robbed The Mandalorian season 3 of this important reunion.
In fact, fans who skipped The Book of Boba Fett for whatever reason have been caught by surprise by...
- 2/15/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
When Grogu left with Luke Skywalker to begin his Jedi training at the end of the second season of The Mandalorian, fans believed that we would be seeing much less of the little guy. However, Grogu’s Jedi training didn’t last all that long as he was soon reunited with Din Djarin in The Book of Boba Fett, setting the stage for The Mandalorian season 3.
While speaking with Empire, The Mandalorian co-creator Jon Favreau explained why Grogu and Mando needed to be brought back together for The Mandalorian. “We couldn’t just hit a hard reset,” Favreau said. “It’s going to be interesting to see how this unfolds for people who may not have seen The Book Of Boba Fett. But I think The Book Of Boba Fett offered time to pass. You saw what Mando was like without Baby Yoda and we saw what Grogu was like...
While speaking with Empire, The Mandalorian co-creator Jon Favreau explained why Grogu and Mando needed to be brought back together for The Mandalorian. “We couldn’t just hit a hard reset,” Favreau said. “It’s going to be interesting to see how this unfolds for people who may not have seen The Book Of Boba Fett. But I think The Book Of Boba Fett offered time to pass. You saw what Mando was like without Baby Yoda and we saw what Grogu was like...
- 2/14/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The final moments of "The Mandalorian" season 2 ripped our hearts out. For two seasons, we watched our bounty hunter with a heart of gold, Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal), find connection and purpose through young Grogu, but we were not prepared to watch them split so soon.
As Mando and his allies are cornered by Moff Gideon's (Giancarlo Esposito) army of Dark Troopers, a familiar face comes to their rescue — Luke Skywalker (a de-aged Mark Hamill), who sensed through the Force that Grogu needed his help. But the Jedi also had his own agenda; our beloved hero is creating a new academy for Force sensitives and wanted Grogu to train under his wing. In one of the most emotionally poignant scenes in "The Mandalorian" series so far, Din says his goodbyes to baby Grogu, lifting his own helmet (something deeply against his own religion) so that he can properly take another look at his surrogate child.
As Mando and his allies are cornered by Moff Gideon's (Giancarlo Esposito) army of Dark Troopers, a familiar face comes to their rescue — Luke Skywalker (a de-aged Mark Hamill), who sensed through the Force that Grogu needed his help. But the Jedi also had his own agenda; our beloved hero is creating a new academy for Force sensitives and wanted Grogu to train under his wing. In one of the most emotionally poignant scenes in "The Mandalorian" series so far, Din says his goodbyes to baby Grogu, lifting his own helmet (something deeply against his own religion) so that he can properly take another look at his surrogate child.
- 2/14/2023
- by Tyler Llewyn Taing
- Slash Film
Jon Favreau is clearing up any “Mandalorian” fan fears about Baby Yoda.
The Disney+ series co-creator revealed that Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and baby Grogu had to reunite as soon as possible in “The Book of Boba Fett” to set up Season 3 of “The Mandalorian.” In the season 2 “Mandalorian” finale Din gave Grogu to Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) for Jedi training, and they seemed to separate for what we thought might be a good long while — adding emotion to the scene. That led many to expect that they would be separated for at least part of Season 3 while Mando gets involved with the fight to reclaim Mandalore.
But Favreau had other ideas.
“We couldn’t just hit a hard reset,” Favreau told Empire magazine. “It’s going to be interesting to see how this unfolds for people who may not have seen ‘The Book of Boba Fett.’ But I think...
The Disney+ series co-creator revealed that Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and baby Grogu had to reunite as soon as possible in “The Book of Boba Fett” to set up Season 3 of “The Mandalorian.” In the season 2 “Mandalorian” finale Din gave Grogu to Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) for Jedi training, and they seemed to separate for what we thought might be a good long while — adding emotion to the scene. That led many to expect that they would be separated for at least part of Season 3 while Mando gets involved with the fight to reclaim Mandalore.
But Favreau had other ideas.
“We couldn’t just hit a hard reset,” Favreau told Empire magazine. “It’s going to be interesting to see how this unfolds for people who may not have seen ‘The Book of Boba Fett.’ But I think...
- 2/14/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
At the end of The Mandalorian Season 2_, we checked in with Grogu and Mando on their separate paths, and ultimately got to witness their reunion after Grogu chose to forgo a Jedi destiny with Luke in favour of a life with his Mandalorian dad.
In a major new interview alongside his Mandalorian co-creator Dave Filoni while maintaining the central relationship.”
While the upcoming season restores the show’s original dynamic, it was important that Grogu’s time with Luke wasn’t for nothing – it just ultimately wasn’t his path. “I think you had to service both things,” Favreau explains. “Just because this kid has the potential and had training, does he belong away from the Mandalorian? I saw it more like Paper Moon, where the whole thing is about delivering the kid to the blood relative, only to realise that, whether genetically through her father or just through bonding,...
In a major new interview alongside his Mandalorian co-creator Dave Filoni while maintaining the central relationship.”
While the upcoming season restores the show’s original dynamic, it was important that Grogu’s time with Luke wasn’t for nothing – it just ultimately wasn’t his path. “I think you had to service both things,” Favreau explains. “Just because this kid has the potential and had training, does he belong away from the Mandalorian? I saw it more like Paper Moon, where the whole thing is about delivering the kid to the blood relative, only to realise that, whether genetically through her father or just through bonding,...
- 2/14/2023
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
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