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Elle
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Zoë Kravitz's Latest Look Makes the Case for Summer Athleisure
While much of womenswear has been busy romanticizing the office, male celebrities—think Harry Styles, Paul Mescal, and Pedro Pascal—have long dominated the tiny gym short space. Their signature look is easy to conjure: 3-inch inseams, vintage T-shirts, beat-up low-top sneakers, and, if they're really committing, wired headphones. But leave it to Zoë Kravitz—queen of low-key serves—to reclaim the summer style throne with one skillful sartorial move. The Blink Twice director was spotted leaving New York's Bowery Hotel yesterday afternoon—a go-to haunt for the likes of Charli xcx and Addison Rae—wearing ultra-micro high-waisted black track shorts paired with a Black History Month tee sourced from Procell Vintage (another downtown IYKYK staple). She finished the outfit with peep-toe heeled mules and an unreleased Baby Icare Hobo bag designed by Anthony Vaccarello for Saint Laurent. The ensemble was styled by fashion powerhouse Danielle Goldberg, marking her first collaboration with Kravitz. Goldberg has an exceptional knack for tapping into the innate style DNA of each client, taking small fashion seeds and sowing them into full-blown iconic moments. Her roster speaks for itself: Ayo Edebiri, Solange Knowles, Emily Ratajkowski, and Saoirse Ronan—all regular fixtures on any credible best-dressed list. The result? Peak '80s energy—call to mind those ridiculous gym shorts in Sixteen Candles, but with a 2025 downtown party twist. In the middle of a swampy 90-degree afternoon, Kravitz's effortlessly unexpected styling strikes that perfect It-girl sweet spot. Her micro shorts also beg the question: why did we ever abandon retro athleisure in the first place? They feel like the logical next step from last summer's boxers-and-loafers trend. Maybe it's time officecore stays where it belongs—at the office. After hours, we should follow Kravitz's lead and slip into something far more comfortable. Because in the end, it's the styling that transforms an outfit into a statement.
San Francisco Chronicle
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
‘I wasn't going to show the violence': S.F.-raised Eva Victor on ‘Sorry, Baby'
Eva Victor was back in their hometown, the final stop on a press tour for their critically lauded debut feature, and they were ready to party. But first, Victor, who uses they/she pronouns, demanded perfect attendance during a Q&A on Tuesday, July 1, after a crowded screening at the Alamo Drafthouse New Mission theater of ' Sorry, Baby,' which Victor wrote, directed and stars in. 'Good night!' Victor said to laughter as a couple was walking out just as the discussion got started. 'If you leave, I will call you out, it will be horrible for you. Don't leave!' Victor, best known for a recurring role in the Showtime series ' Billions,' is trained as a comedian; they have performed at SF Sketchfest when they were with the satirical website Reductress and was very entertaining as they discussed 'Sorry, Baby.' But while the movie has sharply funny moments, it is a serious and unique drama about Agnes (Victor), a woman processing a sexual assault — called 'the bad thing' — and her life-saving friendship with Lydie (Naomi Ackie of ' Blink Twice ' and ' Mickey 17 '). While Victor insists the film, which counts Barry Jenkins (' Moonlight ') as a producer, is 'narrative fiction,' it is based on an incident they experienced and admitted to the audience, 'I made this film about a time and experience when I felt very unheard, and it means the world for you to be here and listen to what I have to say.' Hours earlier, during a Chronicle interview at the 1 Hotel, Victor said, 'I really wanted to write a film about trying to heal. … It was a real joy to fictionalize an emotional truth in my life.' Victor was born in Paris, but their family moved to San Francisco when they were 2. They went to the International School from kindergarten through 12th grade before going to theater school at Northwestern University. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity. A: When I was a kid, we lived in the Marina, and my favorite place to go was on a walk to Crissy Field, go to the Warming Hut, get a cup of cocoa. That's a nice spot. Q: Did you enjoy school? A: It broke my brain, and I still don't know if I've recovered. The best part of it was my junior year of high school. I started doing theater, and that was amazing because (Berkeley-based actor) Michelle Haner was my teacher, and I was in 'Spring Awakening,' the musical, and my director was Brad Korman. They were both incredibly supportive teachers and treated me like an adult and took me seriously. And that made me want to go to theater school as a college student. So I'm very grateful for them. Q: How in touch are you with your French heritage? A: I would love to get French citizenship. Once I got a job on a TV show, I got to have a little more money so I could go to France. I feel very, very connected to Paris. It was very fun to go to the Cannes Film Festival (in May). I think it's beautiful, and I would love to spend more time there. Q: Your previous directorial experience consists mainly of comic videos you made on social media. How did you come to direct 'Sorry, Baby'? A: It was definitely intimidating. I didn't want something to get lost in me taking on too much. I wrote this really privately, just in a house by myself with my cat, and I was desperate for someone to read it, like I didn't want to be alone with it. I really wanted to act in the role, and I thought, 'Well, we can hire someone to direct it.' Then I went to think about it for a month or so and quickly realized I desperately wanted to direct it. I just needed to figure out how. So I spent a couple of years preparing to direct in various ways. I knew how I wanted it to look and feel. I just needed to learn how to communicate that to heads of department, who will then ideally challenge you on your vision. The nice thing about directing the film is you spend a lot of time building the film with other people, and then you shoot it and direct it. It's like this really long journey of creation together. Q: A key casting choice was who would play Lydie. How did you find Naomi? A: We met, and she was just such a warm ray of light. I'd seen ' Lady Macbeth ' (2016) and the Whitney Houston movie (2022's ' Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody '). I was so overwhelmed by how goofy she was. The universe sent her to me, and on set, it just clicked. Q: You chose not to show 'the bad thing' but instead show her walking into the place where it happened, then later walking out. Why? A: I always knew I wasn't going to show the violence. It was for a person like I was who couldn't sit through a film like that; it would turn my body into shock mode, and I didn't want to put anyone through that. Her body goes in, but I don't think her spirit does. I think this might be more of a memory of what that experience was like. It's frozen and disconnected. So it's kind of out of body.
Los Angeles Times
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Haley Joel Osment ordered to AA, therapy after alleged public drunkenness at ski resort
Haley Joel Osment must commit to six months of court-mandated Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and therapy after he was arrested earlier this year for alleged public drunkenness and cocaine possession. The 'Sixth Sense' and 'Blink Twice' actor, 37, was arraigned Monday in Mono County, Calif. The Times confirmed that a judge granted the former child actor's request for a one-year diversion. Osment, older brother of 'Young Sheldon' alumna Emily Osment, will be cleared of his charges if he completes the terms of diversion: at least 3 AA meetings per week and at least two meetings with his therapist for the next six months. He must also 'obey all laws,' Mono County District Attorney David Anderson said in a statement to The Times on Tuesday. 'If he does not complete diversion, the criminal proceedings will be reinstated,' Anderson said. A representative for the actor did not immediately respond on Tuesday to The Times' request for comment. Osment, also known for lending his voice to the popular 'Kingdom Hearts' video game franchise, was arrested April 8 on suspicion of public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance at the popular Mammoth Mountain ski resort. The Mono County district attorney's office said at the time it charged the 'Spoils of Babylon' actor with two misdemeanors: disorderly conduct involving alcohol and possession. Law enforcement responded to a call about an allegedly intoxicated individual at the ski resort, TMZ reported in April. The website published video of Osment, wearing his ski helmet backward, allegedly holding up the line for a ski lift. Frustrated resort guests urged Osment to 'get out of the line,' but he brushed off their demands and refused to follow a crew member who tried to escort him to the side, according to the video. Adding to his troubles, Osment berated his arresting officer, claiming 'I've been kidnapped by a f— Nazi' and hurling an antisemitic slur at the officer. After the footage surfaced, Osment said in a statement that he was 'absolutely horrified by my behavior ... in the throes of a blackout.' 'From the bottom of my heart, I apologize to absolutely everyone that this hurts. What came out of my mouth was nonsensical garbage — I've let the Jewish community down and it devastates me,' he added at the time. 'I don't ask for anyone's forgiveness, but I promise to atone for my terrible mistake.' Anderson said in his statement that his office 'did not believe diversion was appropriate and objected' to Osment's request, citing the actor's prior DUI conviction and his comments to the officer. Ultimately, a judge decided in Osment's favor. Osment is next due in court Jan. 5, 2026, for a review of his diversion compliance. Before then, he is set to appear in Season 2 of Netflix's hit series 'Wednesday.' The streaming giant revealed his serial killer role during its Tudum fan event on Saturday in Inglewood.
GMA Network
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
BINI makes US morning show debut on Fox 5's 'Good Morning New York'
BINI just made their US morning show debut! The Nation's Girl Group appeared on 'Good Morning New York,' which airs on Fox 5. The ladies were asked about what it was like performing at The Theater at Madison Square Garden for the NYC stop of their world tour. 'Just hearing those words, it felt surreal,' Jhoanna said. 'And we felt our supporters, their love, we just felt it online and now we get to feel it in person. So we're just really grateful.' Aside from their concert, BINI also attended a Filipino parade. 'We had so much fun and we were able to see all the Filipinos here,' Mikha said. 'And seeing them very united, it's just very heartwarming. And I am just very proud to be a Pinoy and everyone I'm sure are too,' she added. The anchors also asked about the meaning behind the name BINI, which they said comes from 'binibini.' Jhoanna said, 'We hope to represent them, the modern Filipinas.' The group's leader added, 'We are passionate for bringing the Filipino music to the world stage.' Aiah then said they are 'just so excited for this whole tour because it's really our first.' 'Kinda scared too because it's our first but we just hope that we form Blooms all over,' she added. Aside from their interview, BINI also performed their latest single 'Blink Twice.' BINI's next stop for their world tour is Washington, DC on June 3 and then Illinois on June 6. The group released their latest EP 'BINIVerse' in February which includes 'Cherry on Top,' 'Blink Twice,' and 'Zero Pressure.' They are set to release a new single, 'Shagidi,' on June 5. —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Perth Now
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Hollywood star Adria Arjona: Acting school save me
Adria Arjona feels she's been "saved" by acting school. The 33-year-old actress studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York City during her teenage years, and Adria relished the experience, as she learned to "express" herself through acting. The film star told Collider: "Acting school kind of saved me. "I had a pretty rough upbringing. There were parts there that were not the happiest, and acting really came in and saved me and taught me how to express myself through what I do." Adria was initially unsure what she wanted to do in her career. However, her dad thought she was perfectly suited to acting. The Hollywood star shared: "Every movie made me want to be something else or learn a new task. One day, my dad was like, 'I don't know exactly what you think you're going to be, but I think you might be an actor.'" Adria has starred in a host of high-profile projects in recent years, including 'Hit Man', 'Blink Twice' and 'Pacific Rim Uprising'. And the actress has always embraced the opportunity to "play different characters" on screen. She explained: "Every job you take, you're telling a story to the world of the kind of artist that you are, so you have to stick to your guns and be really truthful to what you believe in. "It's mostly, also, for me, to not be bored, right? To play different characters and to show the world that I'm more than just one thing." Despite this, Adria previously admitted that she'd like to be more "strategic" in her career decisions. She told Empire: "I wish I was more of a strategic actor when it comes to making choices. But I'm just more excited by the women that I get to embody." Adria starred alongside Glen Powell in the 2023 rom-com 'Hit Man', and the actress recalled quickly developing a strong "chemistry" with her co-star. Speaking about her initial meeting with Glen, Adria told Empire: "It was supposed to be a one-hour meeting. We ended up talking for five hours. "Chemistry comes from trust, and I think from our first meeting I just knew I could trust [Glen]. We created a space for us to play and be weird and sexy and funny." 'Hit Man' was directed by acclaimed filmmaker Richard Linklater, whose previous directing credits include 'Boyhood', 'School of Rock', and 'Everybody Wants Some!!'. And Adria still remembers feeling anxious about meeting the filmmaker for the first time. Recalling details of their first-ever Zoom call, the movie star shared: "My hands were sweaty. I was really trying to play it cool and that lasted for about ten minutes."
