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Watch: Steve Buscemi recalls failed 'Tin Men' audition on 'Late Show'
1 of 4 | Steve Buscemi recalled some of his failed auditions on Wednesday night's episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 24 (UPI) -- Actor Steve Buscemi appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and discussed some of the roles he failed to land, including a part in Barry Levinson's 1987 comedy Tin Men. Buscemi, who is currently starring in Netflix's Wednesday, told Colbert he decided to really prepare for his audition with Levinson. "I studied the sides, the script, and I went in there, did my reading, my audition, and he went, 'That was really good, that's really good, Steve. Alright, 'Let's try it again,'" the actor recalled. "He gave me a very specific note, and I don't remember what that was, but he wanted me to add a different color to it, or shading. I went, 'OK,' and then I read it again, the exact same way I just did it." "There was this silence, and we both just looked at each other, and I think I even said, 'That was the same, wasn't it?' He said, 'It's OK, it's OK.' Needless to say, I did not get that part," Buscemi said. Buscemi recalled another time he auditioned for director Mike Nichols and casting director Juliet Taylor for the film Biloxi Blues, despite knowing he had a scheduling conflict. "I went in, I do the audition, and they love it," he said. "They were laughing, they were like, 'That's great! Yeah, good.' And I went, 'So, when are you shooting this?'" Buscemi said he told them he was not available on the shooting dates. "And again, this, like, silence. And I could see Juliet Taylor looking at me like, 'What is wrong with you?'" While he did not land Tin Man or Biloxi Blues, Buscemi is known for such films as Reservoir Dogs, Fargo and The Big Lebowski, along with the HBO series Boardwalk Empire and The Sopranos.
BBC News
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Wednesday season two: Netflix series gets launch date and first glimpse of Joanna Lumley
The first trailer for the second season of Wednesday - the most watched show in Netflix's history - has given fans the first glimpses of Joanna Lumley and Steve Buscemi in their new roles, alongside a host of returning streamer has announced it will split the new season in half - releasing the first episodes on 6 August and the second batch on 3 September. This series follows Wednesday Addams, played by Jenna Ortega, as she returns to Nevermore Academy, now under the leadership of new principal Barry Dort (Buscemi).Also joining the school this term is her little brother Pugsley (Isaac Ordonez), a character described by executive producer Tim Burton as an "outcast among outcasts". Wednesday's parents will also have an increased presence on campus this season - "a rare new form of torture for the fiercely independent amateur sleuth", Netflix first full-length trailer, which was released, appropriately, on Wednesday, opened with the show's lead character going through airport security. As the metal detector beeps, she has to unload a knuckle duster, cattle prod, several knives and Thing - a disembodied hand - from her bag, before a security guard challenges her about the tube of sun cream she is also carrying. "Wednesday Addams is one of the coolest characters of all time," Ortega said as the trailer launched."So to have gotten the opportunity to play her once was incredible, and then to be able to slip into the costume and tone again, it's so much fun. "She runs circles around everyone that she has a conversation with, so to play someone who's so much more intelligent than you will ever be, it's quite funny and strange and enjoyable." Lumley 'perfect and hilarious' Veteran British actress Lumley has joined the cast as Hester Frump, Wednesday's grandmother and closest ally."The first day on set when Joanna walked on, she just was Hester and she nailed every single line, and it's just so delicious," said show creator Miles Millar. "She's perfect and hilarious."Lumley described the Nevermore atmosphere as "intoxicating", adding: "It's wonderful. I get to wear many, many huge wigs, one on top of the other - and lots of quite constraining clothes, so I love it." Buscemi's 'mysterious' principal Meanwhile, Buscemi described Principal Dort as "a bit of a mysterious figure", adding: "Something about him is not right, but he loves the school and he has real outcast pride."The first series of Wednesday was Netflix's biggest hit to date, and cemented Ortega as a major screen star. She has since appeared in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Death of a Unicorn and Scream XI. In the trailer, Wednesday's mother Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones) notes it's the first time her daughter has returned to school her part, Wednesday describes returning to school as "like returning to the scene of the crime", noting that she "already knows where the bodies are buried".Later, the young Addams daughter is seen attending a macarbre tea party for a group of dolls."Wherever there's murder and mayhem," Wednesday reflects, "you will always find an Addams."The trailer's reference to "mayhem" could hint at a previously reported cameo appearance from Lady Gaga, who recently released an album of that will be hoping the series replicates the success of the first. Its decision to split the new season in half is likely due to efforts to retain subscribers, refresh its platform and increase the hype around the show. Netflix's most watched shows ever: WednesdayStranger Things (season four)AdolescenceMonster: The Jeffrey Dahmer StoryBridgerton (season one)The Queen's GambitBridgerton (season three)The Night Agent Fool Me OnceStranger ThingsSource: Netflix Additional reporting by Ian Youngs
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Steve Buscemi Reveals What Working with Jenna Ortega on 'Wednesday' Season 2 Was Like (Exclusive)
Steve Buscemi, 67, is set to appear in season 2 of the hit Netflix series , which stars Jenna Ortega Buscemi described Ortega as "great," adding, 'She's just, she's so sharp and funny and down to earth," while speaking exclusively to PEOPLE season 2 is set to premiere in 2025 Steve Buscemi has nothing but praise for Wednesday costar Jenna Ortega! Buscemi recently spoke to PEOPLE exclusively while attending the Family Dinner fundraising event hosted by Exploring the Arts, a non-profit founded by Tony Bennett, at the Angel Orensanz Foundation in New York City. During the conversation, the actor shared what it was like working with Ortega on season 2 of the hit Netflix series. 'Oh, she's great,' Buscemi, 67, tells PEOPLE. 'She's just, she's so sharp and funny and down to earth. And just a wonderful actress, a wonderful scene partner. The best.' is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The Boardwalk Empire star also says that while there's not much he can reveal about the upcoming second season, he can assure fans they won't be disappointed. 'All very hush-hush, as they say, but I think it's going to be a great season, and I loved working on it,' he teases. Deadline first reported that Buscemi was joining the cast in April 2024. A teaser trailer dropped the following month officially confirmed the news — and revealed that he's playing a character named Barry Dort. The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! Ortega, 22, has also shared her excitement for the upcoming season. During an interview with E! News, Ortega said her character, Wednesday Addams, takes on what she thinks is one of the best scenes yet. 'Some of the footage that we shot in Wednesday season 2, especially in the last episode, is some of my favorite footage from the show,' she said at the time. 'Which is very exciting for me.' "Tim really had a ball,' she added of executive producer and director Tim Burton. 'Everything is very graphic and it's very exciting and inspiring to work with someone, like, that who gets you excited about the shots that you're doing every day.' In addition to Ortega, Joy Sunday, Emma Myers, Hunter Doohan, Moosa Mostafa, Victor Dorobantu, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzmán, Isaac Ordonez and Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo will be returning for the upcoming season. New cast members will include Billie Piper, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter and Noah Taylor as series regulars. 'We are thrilled that the entire Addams family will be enrolling in Nevermore Academy this season along with a dream cast of icons and new faces,' showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar said in a statement when season 2 was officially announced. Related: Jenna Ortega Reveals Why It's 'Not Always Easy' Filming Wednesday as She Teases 'Very Graphic' Season 2 Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'It's been incredible to create a show that has connected with people across the world," they added. 'We can't wait to dive headfirst into another season and explore the kooky spooky world of Nevermore. Just need to make sure Wednesday hasn't emptied the pool first." The second season — which was filmed in Ireland — promises to be 'delightfully dark, kooky, and mysterious,' Gough and Millar said in a statement, per Tudum. 'If we told you why, Wednesday would kill us. So our lips are sealed.' Wednesday season 2 is set to premiere on Netflix in 2025. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Steve Buscemi Reveals What Working with Jenna Ortega on 'Wednesday' Season 2 Was Like (Exclusive)
Steve Buscemi, 67, is set to appear in season 2 of the hit Netflix series , which stars Jenna Ortega Buscemi described Ortega as "great," adding, 'She's just, she's so sharp and funny and down to earth," while speaking exclusively to PEOPLE season 2 is set to premiere in 2025 Steve Buscemi has nothing but praise for Wednesday costar Jenna Ortega! Buscemi recently spoke to PEOPLE exclusively while attending the Family Dinner fundraising event hosted by Exploring the Arts, a non-profit founded by Tony Bennett, at the Angel Orensanz Foundation in New York City. During the conversation, the actor shared what it was like working with Ortega on season 2 of the hit Netflix series. 'Oh, she's great,' Buscemi, 67, tells PEOPLE. 'She's just, she's so sharp and funny and down to earth. And just a wonderful actress, a wonderful scene partner. The best.' is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The Boardwalk Empire star also says that while there's not much he can reveal about the upcoming second season, he can assure fans they won't be disappointed. 'All very hush-hush, as they say, but I think it's going to be a great season, and I loved working on it,' he teases. Deadline first reported that Buscemi was joining the cast in April 2024. A teaser trailer dropped the following month officially confirmed the news — and revealed that he's playing a character named Barry Dort. The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! Ortega, 22, has also shared her excitement for the upcoming season. During an interview with E! News, Ortega said her character, Wednesday Addams, takes on what she thinks is one of the best scenes yet. 'Some of the footage that we shot in Wednesday season 2, especially in the last episode, is some of my favorite footage from the show,' she said at the time. 'Which is very exciting for me.' "Tim really had a ball,' she added of executive producer and director Tim Burton. 'Everything is very graphic and it's very exciting and inspiring to work with someone, like, that who gets you excited about the shots that you're doing every day.' In addition to Ortega, Joy Sunday, Emma Myers, Hunter Doohan, Moosa Mostafa, Victor Dorobantu, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzmán, Isaac Ordonez and Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo will be returning for the upcoming season. New cast members will include Billie Piper, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter and Noah Taylor as series regulars. 'We are thrilled that the entire Addams family will be enrolling in Nevermore Academy this season along with a dream cast of icons and new faces,' showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar said in a statement when season 2 was officially announced. Related: Jenna Ortega Reveals Why It's 'Not Always Easy' Filming Wednesday as She Teases 'Very Graphic' Season 2 Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'It's been incredible to create a show that has connected with people across the world," they added. 'We can't wait to dive headfirst into another season and explore the kooky spooky world of Nevermore. Just need to make sure Wednesday hasn't emptied the pool first." The second season — which was filmed in Ireland — promises to be 'delightfully dark, kooky, and mysterious,' Gough and Millar said in a statement, per Tudum. 'If we told you why, Wednesday would kill us. So our lips are sealed.' Wednesday season 2 is set to premiere on Netflix in 2025. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Brute who sucker-punched Steve Buscemi in random NYC attack shares head-scratching apology as he's sent to prison
The brute who sucker-punched 'Boardwalk Empire' star Steve Buscemi in Manhattan last year mumbled a head-scratching apology Thursday — as he was sentenced to six months in jail. Clifton Williams, 51, said he was 'sorry' for assaulting Buscemi, 67, who was taking a stroll through Kips Bay when he walked up to the Hollywood icon and slugged him in the face on May 8, 2024. 'I only maintain the fact that there was an incident brought before me between myself and Mr. Buscemi on that date, and I'm sorry,' Williams said, wearing a tan prison jumpsuit as he faced Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Melissa Lewis. Williams, who was homeless at the time, pleaded guilty to assault charges on March 12 and was also sentenced to five years probation and two orders of protection — one against Buscemi and another person he slugged the same day. Prosecutors have said that Williams was walking on the sidewalk near East 15th Street and Third Avenue when he struck a 22-year-old man with a closed fist in an unprovoked attack at 11:30 a.m. Nine minutes later, Williams then walked up to Buscemi and randomly clocked him in the face, causing Buscemi to fall to the ground, according to authorities. Williams then fled from the scene. Williams was arrested more than a week after the attack after an eagle-eyed officer recognized him at a homeless services building in Chelsea, where the attacker was complaining about having property swiped. Buscemi, known for roles in 'Fargo' and 'Billy Madison,' was spotted days later with a black eye and a swollen cheek while shooting a commercial in Soho. Williams claimed that he mistook Buscemi for someone else he had known and that the actor had told him that he was going to 'kick my ass' before the savage attack, court documents show. Buscemi, who made a cameo appearance in Apple's new show 'The Studio,' was not in court for his attacker's sentencing. A publicist for Buscemi didn't immediately respond to an inquiry from The Post.
