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Metro
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Cheaper by the Dozen child star Jimmy Hunt dies aged 85
Former child star Jimmy Hunt has died at the age of 85. The actor was most known for his efforts in Invaders from Mars and Cheaper by the Dozen and a string of other movies. He died in a hospital in Simi Valley on Friday, after suffering from a heart attack six weeks ago, his daughter-in-law confirmed to the Hollywood Reporter. According to the outlet, the LA-born star began his career at a very young age when a scout for MGM arrived at his school – he first graced the screen aged six, in 1947 flick High Barbaree. From there, Hunt commanded roles in Pitfall, the Mating of Millie, Holiday Affair, Special Agent and Louisa. In 1950, he popped up in the original Cheaper by the Dozen movie, playing William Gilbreth – one of the many Gilbreth children. He starred opposite Barbara Bates, Carol Nugent, Anthony Sydes, Walter Baldwin and Jeanne Crain, while Clifton Webb and Myrna Loy played the parents of the brood. Two years later, he appeared in the sequel, Belles on the Toes, but in a different role. The original flick spawned a remake in 2003, with Steve Martin and Bonnie Hunt as the leaders of the family. Hunt's biggest role came in 1953 hit Invaders from Mars, in which he played David MacLean opposite Helena Carter, Arthur Franz and Hillary Brooke. The cult classic followed a young boy who sees a flying saucer behind his home, but things take a bizarre turn when his father goes to investigate and returns acting strangely – with others following suit. However, the star had to return to the set after the movie was complete, to film further scenes for the UK release. Following this, he decided to step out of the spotlight for good at the age of 14, sharing that the pressure in front of the camera became too much – but he did play a small role in the 1986 remake. 'It's interesting that that film, probably the lowest-budget feature I ever made, is the one that still attracts people,' he said in a previous interview. 'It's also the one that made me conclude that I didn't want to continue acting. The Hollywood Reporter reports that he went on to serve three years in the US Army, and later worked as a sales manager for a supply company that serviced aerospace firms. More Trending 'The older I got the more serious I became about getting a scene right on the first take. Adult actors all made jokes when they blew their lines. Kids just feel dumb when it was their fault. So acting became harder for me all the time. 'Invaders from Mars was real work. I told my folks I wanted to quit. They wanted to make sure I realized the financial consequences. Once they saw how strongly I felt they accepted it and we never looked back.' Hunt is survived by his wife, Roswitha, and their sons, Randy and Ron. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Linkin Park refuse to play poignant song live after Chester Bennington's death MORE: The Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies aged 54 in 'accidental drowning' MORE: TV soap legend Eileen Fulton died aged 91
USA Today
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Cheaper by the Dozen' heartthrob Taylor Lautner recreates smooth movie moment with wife
Alyson Stoner is poking fun at a tender moment from "Cheaper by the Dozen 2," 20 years after it made audiences swoon. Taylor Lautner, among the many stars of the ensemble-cast film, posted a clip to Instagram July 2 of he and his wife Tay Lautner taking in an outdoor screening of the movie. In one scene, a young Lautner stretches his arm around Stoner as the pair's fathers, played by Steve Martin and Eugene Levy, watch on. "The move still works 20 years later 😉," Lautner captioned the post, flipping the camera to show him pulling the same move on his wife. A post shared by Taylor Lautner (@taylorlautner) Stoner, who identifies as pansexual and queer and uses they/them pronouns, joined in the fun, writing in the comment section: "Got me good! Almost convinced me I was straight." "OMFG YOU WIN," Lautner responded and his wife chimed in, commenting, "this is so good" with two clapping emojis. Disney star Alyson Stoner recalls childhood career: 'I narrowly survived' Stoner, a Disney Channel veteran, first opened up about their sexuality in 2018, penning an emotional essay for Teen Vogue. "I, Alyson, am attracted to men, women, and people who identify in other ways. I can love people of every gender identity and expression. It is the soul that captivates me," she wrote at the time. "It is the love we can build and the goodness we can contribute to the world by supporting each other's best journeys." "In its purest sense, I felt awakened, more compassionate, and like my truest self," Stoner wrote of the decision to enter a relationship with a woman. The actor had faced pressure from within the industry, as well as from her family and her faith, to tamp down their sexuality. Stoner starred alongside Lautner in the "Cheaper by the Dozen" sequel in 2005, a family-friendly film based on a 1950 franchise. In it, Martin and his wife Kate, played by Bonnie Hunt, schelpp their large family to a lakeside camp where chaos, comedy, and young love ensue. Lautner married Taylor Dome, now another Taylor Lautner in November 2022.
Daily Record
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Lizzie McGuire cast now from joining the army to new career in law
The Lizzie McGuire Movie was released on May 2, 2003, and served as the finale to the hugely popular Disney series, but since the reboot was cancelled, fans have been left wondering what the cast have been up to It's been over two decades since The Lizzie McGuire Movie brought our favourite animated series, complete with its internal monologues, to life on the big screen, embodying the early-2000s aesthetic. Premiered on 2 May 2003, the film was a Disney Channel sensation: Lizzie embarks on a trip to Rome, is mistaken for an international pop star, and even manages to evade her frenemy-turned-friend while entangled in a romantic plot with an Italian pop star named Paolo - all during a school excursion. The movie marked the conclusion of an immensely popular series that aired from 2001 to 2004, catapulting Hilary Duff into teen idol status. A reboot was announced by Disney+, but was subsequently cancelled in 2020 - following alleged creative disagreements between Duff and Disney executives over the series' themes and slightly more mature tones. Several members of the original cast were set to reprise their roles for the highly anticipated reunion. With this unfortunate turn of events, many fans were left pondering what became of the cherished actors - while some bid farewell to Hollywood, one enlisted in the Army, and others maintained their careers at a steady pace, reports the Mirror US. Here's a look at where the stars of Lizzie McGuire find themselves in 2025. Hilary Duff (Lizzie McGuire/Isabella Parigi) Now 37, Hilary Duff has gracefully made the leap from Disney darling to multitasker: mum, singer, author and actor. After conquering the teen film circuit with Cheaper by the Dozen and A Cinderella Story, Duff released pop hits like 'Come Clean' and 'So Yesterday' before eventually settling into adult TV roles with Younger and How I Met Your Father. Off-screen, Duff is now a mother of four - three daughters with husband Matthew Koma and one son with her ex, hockey player Mike Comrie. She's also become a best-selling children's author, publishing My Little Brave Girl in 2021 and My Little Sweet Boy in 2023, both inspired by her kids. She was set to lead the Lizzie McGuire reboot, but creative clashes with Disney over a more grown-up direction led to its cancellation. Adam Lamberg (David 'Gordo' Gordon) Gordo was Lizzie's best friend and the reluctant crush of many teenage girls of the time. Off-screen, Adam Lamberg walked away from acting shortly after the series ended, instead embracing a much quieter life. Now 40, Lamberg earned a geography degree from UC Berkeley, followed by a master's in public administration from Baruch College in New York - and even worked at the Irish Arts Center in New York as a development associate. He'd agreed to reprise his role in the reboot but that reunion never ended up happening. Jake Thomas (Matt McGuire) Jake Thomas was the annoying little brother everyone secretly loved. Now 34, he's grown into a jack-of-all-trades behind the scenes, dabbling in photography, directing and screenwriting - the latter of which he studied at California State University, Northridge, alongside Japanese. He's popped up in everything from Cory in the House to ER, and in 2023 launched a rewatch podcast Living Lizzie with fellow cast member Davida Williams. Ashlie Brillault (Kate Sanders) Ashlie Brillault played Kate, Lizzie's frenemy and former bestie, and then promptly exited the acting world entirely. Aside from a brief one-episode appearance on One on One, Brillault packed it in after the movie and pivoted into law. She earned her JD and now works as a criminal defence attorney in Southern California. Hallie Todd (Jo McGuire) Hallie Todd was Lizzie's patient and wise mother. In real life, Todd's career dates back to the 1970s, with appearances on Murder, She Wrote, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Life with Roger before becoming the Disney Channel's coolest TV mum. Now 62, she's mostly stepped behind the camera with her husband Glenn Withrow and daughter Ivy. The trio run a production company and write together, and according to her official bio, Todd also teaches acting. Robert Carradine (Sam McGuire) Robert Carradine also had a career long before being Lizzie's dad. With credits in Revenge of the Nerds, The Cowboys, and even Django Unchained, Carradine, now 70, has stayed consistently in work over the decades. He co-hosted King of the Nerds from 2013 to 2015, appeared on Celebrity Wife Swap, and has three children of his own. Carradine was another cast member confirmed for the reboot before it collapsed. Yani Gellman (Paolo Valisari) After playing the charming but shady pop star in the movie, Yani Gellman went on to land major roles in The Young and the Restless, 90210, Greek, and Pretty Little Liars. He's still acting, most recently in the film A Bestselling Kind of Love, and keeps fans updated via Instagram. Gellman also appeared in the underwater thriller 47 Meters Down and, fun fact, once modelled for Omega watches. Alex Borstein (Miss Ungermeyer) Alex Borstein made all of the kids and young teenagers scared of her as Miss Ungermeyer. Known for MADtv, Gilmore Girls, and as the voice of Lois Griffin on Family Guy, Borstein joined the Lizzie McGuire world just for the movie, but left a lasting impression. Now 53, Borstein has won two Emmys for her powerhouse role in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and continues to get scene-stealing roles across TV and film. Carly Schroeder (Melina Bianco) Melina was the chaotic best friend to Matt, Lizzie's brother, and Carly Schroeder had an already impressive career before that - appearing on Port Charles and in the soccer drama Gracie. But her biggest life twist came in 2019 when she announced she was joining the U.S. Army. Now 34, she's a Captain and Infantry Officer after graduating from Officer Candidate School. Daniel Escobar (Mr. Escobar) Daniel Escobar played the affable Mr. Escobar in the film and was already a familiar face thanks to roles in Curb Your Enthusiasm, Charmed, and Malcolm in the Middle. Sadly, he passed away in December 2013 at the age of 49 due to complications from diabetes.
Irish Daily Mirror
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Lizzie McGuire movie cast now - from law career to tragic death
It's been over two decades since The Lizzie McGuire Movie brought our favourite animated inner-monologue-filled series to life on the big screen, complete with its early-2000s aesthetics. Premiered on 2 May 2003, the film was pure Disney Channel magic: Lizzie gets to visit Rome, is mistaken for an international pop star, and even manages to avoid her frenemy-turned-friend while entangled in a romantic storyline with an Italian pop star named Paolo - all during a school trip. The movie served as the grand finale to an immensely popular series that aired from 2001 to 2004, which catapulted Hilary Duff into teen idol status. A reboot was confirmed by Disney+ reboot, but was scrapped back in 2020 - following claims of creative differences between Duff and Disney executives regarding the series' themes and slightly more mature tones. Many members of the original cast were set to reprise their roles for the eagerly anticipated reunion. With that devastating blow, many fans were left pondering what happened to the beloved actors - while some completely abandoned Hollywood, one joined the Army, and others kept their careers quietly ticking along, reports the Mirror US. Here's where the stars of Lizzie McGuire are now, in 2025. Now 37, Hilary Duff has gracefully made the leap from Disney darling to multitasker: mum, singer, author and actor. After conquering the teen film circuit with Cheaper by the Dozen and A Cinderella Story, Duff released pop hits like 'Come Clean' and 'So Yesterday' before eventually settling into adult TV roles with Younger and How I Met Your Father. Off-screen, Duff is now a mother of four - three daughters with husband Matthew Koma and one son with her ex, hockey player Mike Comrie. She's also become a best-selling children's author, publishing My Little Brave Girl in 2021 and My Little Sweet Boy in 2023, both inspired by her kids. She was set to lead the Lizzie McGuire reboot, but creative clashes with Disney over a more grown-up direction led to its cancellation. Gordo was Lizzie's best friend and the reluctant crush of many teenage girls of the time. Off-screen, Adam Lamberg walked away from acting shortly after the series ended, instead embracing a much quieter life. Now 40, Lamberg earned a geography degree from UC Berkeley, followed by a master's in public administration from Baruch College in New York - and even worked at the Irish Arts Center in New York as a development associate. He'd agreed to reprise his role in the reboot but that reunion never ended up happening. Jake Thomas was the annoying little brother everyone secretly loved. Now 34, he's grown into a jack-of-all-trades behind the scenes, dabbling in photography, directing and screenwriting - the latter of which he studied at California State University, Northridge, alongside Japanese. He's popped up in everything from Cory in the House to ER, and in 2023 launched a rewatch podcast Living Lizzie with fellow cast member Davida Williams. Ashlie Brillault played Kate, Lizzie's frenemy and former bestie, and then promptly exited the acting world entirely. Aside from a brief one-episode appearance on One on One, Brillault packed it in after the movie and pivoted into law. She earned her JD and now works as a criminal defence attorney in Southern California. Hallie Todd was Lizzie's patient and wise mother. In real life, Todd's career dates back to the 1970s, with appearances on Murder, She Wrote, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Life with Roger before becoming the Disney Channel's coolest TV mum. Now 62, she's mostly stepped behind the camera with her husband Glenn Withrow and daughter Ivy. The trio run a production company and write together, and according to her official bio, Todd also teaches acting. Robert Carradine also had a career long before being Lizzie's dad. With credits in Revenge of the Nerds, The Cowboys, and even Django Unchained, Carradine, now 70, has stayed consistently in work over the decades. He co-hosted King of the Nerds from 2013 to 2015, appeared on Celebrity Wife Swap, and has three children of his own. Carradine was another cast member confirmed for the reboot before it collapsed. After playing the charming but shady pop star in the movie, Yani Gellman went on to land major roles in The Young and the Restless, 90210, Greek, and Pretty Little Liars. He's still acting, most recently in the film A Bestselling Kind of Love, and keeps fans updated via Instagram. Gellman also appeared in the underwater thriller 47 Meters Down and, fun fact, once modelled for Omega watches. Alex Borstein made all of the kids and young teenagers scared of her as Miss Ungermeyer. Known for MADtv, Gilmore Girls, and as the voice of Lois Griffin on Family Guy, Borstein joined the Lizzie McGuire world just for the movie, but left a lasting impression. Now 53, Borstein has won two Emmys for her powerhouse role in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and continues to get scene-stealing roles across TV and film. Melina was the chaotic best friend to Matt, Lizzie's brother, and Carly Schroeder had an already impressive career before that - appearing on Port Charles and in the soccer drama Gracie. But her biggest life twist came in 2019 when she announced she was joining the U.S. Army. Now 34, she's a Captain and Infantry Officer after graduating from Officer Candidate School. Daniel Escobar played the affable Mr. Escobar in the film and was already a familiar face thanks to roles in Curb Your Enthusiasm, Charmed, and Malcolm in the Middle. Sadly, he passed away in December 2013 at the age of 49 due to complications from diabetes.
Chicago Tribune
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Chasten Buttigieg stops in Naperville to discuss new kid's book with Bonnie Hunt
Chasten Buttigieg knows O'Hare International Airport well. It's where his husband — former U.S. transportation secretary and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg — proposed. At gate B5 to be exact. O'Hare is also where, more than seven years later, he flew in Thursday before traveling out to Naperville to talk about his new children's book, 'Papa's Coming Home.' Alas, he didn't stop by B5 this time. He wanted to squeeze in a little time to have lunch with family before hitting the stage. Chasten Buttigieg spent Thursday night discussing his latest release to a room of more than 200 people at North Central College's Meiley-Swallow Hall. Actress Bonnie Hunt, of 'Jerry Maguire' and 'Cheaper by the Dozen,' joined in conversation for the sold-out evening, which featured insight into Buttigieg's new work but far more than that too. Buttigieg and Hunt touched on politics, love and even his family's 14-year-old, one-eyed puggle, Buddy. Naperville marked the seventh stop in a two-week book tour that launched last week in Traverse City, Michigan, Buttigieg's hometown and where he and his family now live. 'Papa Coming Home' tells the story of two kids, Rosie and Jojo, excitedly preparing to go get their dad from the airport after he was away on a trip. Together, alongside their other dad, they get ready to welcome him home, pulling together anything and everything they could need for their very best hello. They make a sign — glitter and all — pick flowers and yes, even bake a seven-layer chocolate cake. Ultimately, though, the thoughtful fanfare falls away and the reunion itself is what makes the moment one to relish. Ahead of Thursday's discussion, as Buttigieg steamed his blue suit jacket for the night, he reflected on what inspired the book — his third — and kept his sights on family in light of speculation over what political aspirations his husband has in years to come. Earlier this month, Pete Buttigieg returned to Iowa, where in 2020 he pulled off a narrow win of the state's Democratic presidential caucuses, for an event focused on veterans. Hours ahead of the town hall-style meeting, the former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, suggested to an independent journalist that he would look at running in 2028, The Washington Post reported. Asked about the Iowa event and whether it was a signal that his husband intends to run, Buttigieg said, 'No, I don't think it's a signal.' 'I think Iowa has always been great to our family,' he said. 'You know, it's important to remember that Democrats are still there. That we don't just show up in places during an election cycle. … I don't think it speaks to a much larger calculus.' Buttigieg added that after four years spent in Washington, D.C., he's 'very grateful to have him home right now.' 'I get it,' he said. 'We're in a really tough spot. I love him to pieces, and I think he's fantastic at what he does. I know he feels that pressure. But I just don't think I'm ready to think about much more.' In March, Pete announced that he would not be seeking an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan. 'You always have somebody knocking on your door telling you that you need to do more, you need to step up. … I think every family can relate to trying to get it right between doing right by work and doing right by your family,' Buttigieg said. 'But I think we're really grateful right now for this opportunity to maybe get to say no to more things, and then just cherish being together.' The Buttigiegs adopted twins, Penelope and Gus, in 2021. They're now 3 years old, about to turn 4 this summer, Buttigieg said. They're what inspired 'Papa's Coming Home.' 'I was frustrated that we don't have a lot of books that look like our family,' he said. 'I think every family is deserving of a book that reflects their families so their children can see themselves reflected on the pages of the book.' Buttigieg also said that he wanted to write a story about unconditional love. 'Papa's Coming Home' has been in the works for about two years. The idea came to Buttigieg while he was flying home from a work trip. 'Obviously, travel has played a key role in many things in our life,' he said. 'I thought it was kind of funny that it came to me while on an airplane.' Take O'Hare International, for instance. Beyond their engagement, the airport is also where Chasten and Pete Buttigieg first 'met.' It was 2015, and Buttigieg was living in Chicago at the time as he pursued his master's degree in education from DePaul University. Buttigieg recalled sitting in O'Hare — at gate B5 — when he first started messaging with Pete on a dating app. Fast forward to today, Buttigieg said, 'We go through O'Hare a lot, and it's very special when we're together.' After inspiration struck for 'Papa's Coming Home,' Buttigieg said his kids continued to influence his work as the book progressed, acting as sounding boards for him to bounce around ideas with. Buttigieg says they love the finished product and see themselves in the pages. 'I remember when we got the artwork back … my daughter came running up behind me and was like, 'Hey, that's me. That's Gus. That's Papa. That's Daddy,'' he said. 'She just immediately saw her family. What a special gift to be able to give that to your kid, but every kid should have that opportunity, right? 'Families come in all shapes and sizes, and we just need more books that reflect the diversity and breadth of America. I think at the end of the day, this is just a story about another quintessential American family.' Still, Buttigieg said he's not 'naive to the realities in which we live.' Before Naperville, Buttigieg was in Tennessee, where he met with a lot of teachers, librarians and people 'worried about students losing access to books like this,' he said. In January, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aiming to ban 'anti-American ideologies,' including gender ideology, in K-12 schools or risk loss of federal funding. Earlier this month, the Trump administration fired longtime librarian of Congress Carla Hayden. The White House cited no specific reason for her termination, though the conservative American Accountability Foundation had alleged she was promoting children's books with 'radical content,' and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated she was 'putting inappropriate books in the library for children.' Buttigieg emphasized that 'books are windows and mirrors.' In the case of his latest release, 'for my family, it's a mirror — we see ourselves in the book,' he said. But for other families it's a window into someone else's life, he said. 'But this book isn't about differences,' he said. 'This book is about unconditional love. It just so happens to have two dads, the same way our kids are reading books with families that look different as well.'
