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The leading man we didn't know we needed is a 50-year-old 'daddy' with a heart of gold
The leading man we didn't know we needed is a 50-year-old 'daddy' with a heart of gold

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time3 days ago

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The leading man we didn't know we needed is a 50-year-old 'daddy' with a heart of gold

Women love him. Men want to be him. Everyone can't wait to see what Pedro Pascal does next. He can play a romantic lead. He can steal scenes in prestige dramas. He can suit up for Marvel. And he can do it all in a way that makes women — and men — swoon. In the heat of summer blockbuster season, you can't miss Pedro Pascal at your movie theater. 'I'm everywherrrrrrrrrrrrrre 👥👥👥👥👥' Pascal playfully captioned a June Instagram post about one of his latest films, Eddington. And he's right. Right now, he's starring in three of the summer's most talked-about movies: Materialists, Eddington and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. His reign isn't limited to the big screen. In addition to dominating multiplexes, he nabbed another Emmy nomination for his role in The Last of Us and has continued to stir conversation about his fashion sense, viral interview responses and general sense of whimsy. It's a pivotal time for Pascal — a 50-year-old actor finally having the breakout moment he worked for his whole life, generating a rabid fan army that's passionate about his upbeat and empathetic persona. But being everywhere has its price. Pascal truly broke out in January 2023 when he starred as the morally complex post-apocalyptic father figure Joel in The Last of Us, which led to a Saturday Night Live hosting gig, which earned him an Emmy nomination and a key role in Gladiator II. As his stardom was reaching inferno levels ahead of the 2024 awards season, he got hurt tackling Paul Mescal while filming Gladiator II. Then, he got hurt again after falling down the stairs. Being in his late 40s, he couldn't recover as quickly as younger actors who were also breaking out as action heroes. Jason Walsh, Pascal's trainer who has also been his friend since 2014, tells Yahoo he saw Pascal go through 'a downward spiral.' 'When he came to me, he was like, 'I'm broken.' He was very vulnerable psychologically,' he said. Pascal, no stranger to the long road to stardom, began an excruciating journey to recovery. Walsh said he and the actor spent a full year just working on 'restabilizing' his body and helping him overcome the fear of being hurt again. Eventually, through setting small goals and working closely together, Pascal attained the strength needed to become a superhero and do most of his own stunts. 'It's one of my favorite stories, and it happened to a good friend … I'm really proud of him because these stories don't get told, because in the world of fitness, it's all about aesthetics,' Walsh says. 'He looks f***ing great, but this is his version of strength and resiliency. He's able to do all these things.' Yahoo reached out to Pascal's team for comment, but he wasn't able to respond due to his schedule. Walsh can't say enough kind things about Pascal, whom he called 'a beautiful person and so courageous' and 'super intelligent to the point where it's intimidating, in a way, but he doesn't rub your face in it.' Pascal's ability to, despite injury, challenge the masculinity norms for middle-aged men in Hollywood stands out to Walsh. 'There's a level of empathy, compassion and love [that is among the] many qualities you don't see in men anymore,' Walsh says. What his friends love about him is also what's won him such a supportive fanbase. That's part of the reason his ascension to superstar happened so swiftly. Once people knew about him, they couldn't get enough. He's just different. 'Vulnerability is a strength' It's no accident that Pascal is ascending at a time when 'toxic masculinity and nationalism' are converging, Deepak Sharma, a culture expert and professor at Case Western Reserve University who uses they/them pronouns, tells Yahoo. 'Pedro offers a kind of masculinity that isn't binary, and people love it,' Sharma explains. 'He presents himself in a way where you can't really pinpoint [his sexuality] … and you see him showing a vulnerable sensibility in his acting and daily life.' Masculinity norms in the Latino community can be even stricter than those in the general population. Pascal knows this firsthand — as the child of Chilean refugees, he has defied stereotypical machismo and advocated for gender equality long before the spotlight was shining brightly on him. Longtime fan Isabelle Deveaux, a 26-year-old who works in the film industry, first became obsessed with Pascal when he appeared in the first season of an FBI drama called Graceland, which premiered on the USA Network in 2013 — before mainstream media took an interest in him in Game of Thrones or The Mandalorian. She tells Yahoo that she tends to keep an eye out for Latinx people in Hollywood like herself. 'He just feels like Princess Diana to me right now. There's a video of him greeting fans out of a car in Mexico City, and I was like, 'That's literally Princess Diana greeting the masses,'' she says. 'He's been grinding for 25-plus years to get where he is, and it wasn't an easy path for him. … I don't think it's a trend. I think it's the fruit of his labor.' Because he's so personable and Deveaux has been rooting for him for so long, she says Pascal feels like one of her friends. That makes her feel even more invested in his success. 'Everything is so bleak, but at least it's Pedro Pascal summer, and I can go see him in everything,' she says. Fans aren't the only people moved by Pascal. The entire Hollywood machine is impressed. Annie Semenova, an acting coach, tells Yahoo that Pascal is —simply put — really good at his job. 'Pascal understands something fundamental that many actors miss: Vulnerability is strength. … He brings a lived-in authenticity that makes audiences feel safe enough to invest emotionally,' she says. 'He's proven he can carry both intimate character studies and tentpole blockbusters because he approaches each with the same level of preparation and emotional honesty.' Fans admire his emotional depth — they aren't just calling him 'Daddy' because he's hot, though he certainly is. The title he's been given isn't exclusively about his looks or his age. He takes on protective roles that inspire people to match his vulnerability with their own. 'It's the natural result of an actor who embodies masculine vulnerability, emotional intelligence and genuine warmth,' Semenova adds. To some, he's Daddy. To others, he's a meme and a progressive icon. All are correct, pop culture historian Marie Nicola tells Yahoo. He's so rare, it's no wonder he inspires such intense fan behavior. 'He's a reflection of us, the audience. Pascal is the first leading man built by the female gaze, the queer gaze and fandom culture — not the male fantasy industrial complex,' she says. 'He belongs to the people' It's also impressive that Pascal has held key roles in several shows and franchises integral to geek culture: the fantasy series Game of Thrones, Star Wars vehicle The Mandalorian, video game adaptation The Last of Us and comic book movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps. He's transitioned seamlessly from franchise to franchise, treating the source material and fandoms involved with dignity and respect. 'He was not cast into stardom. He was assembled — claimed by femmes, nerds, queer fans, Latino communities, moms, dads and those who are emotionally fluent in internet culture,' Nicola explains. 'He belongs to the people who need him to be whatever they want him to be at any given moment, and in that moment, Pascal is always down for it.' Several fans tell Yahoo that they're struck by how Pascal remains politically outspoken in favor of transgender and immigrant rights despite campaigning for major acting awards and leading a blockbuster superhero film. He frequently speaks out on behalf of the LGBTQ community and brings his transgender sister, Lux, to events. That contrasts with the strategy many other stars are employing in the current political climate. Stacy Jones, CEO of influencer marketing company Hollywood Branded, tells Yahoo this is extremely rare — not just the bravery, but the continued widespread support. 'He's walked that tightrope because he leads with empathy, not ego. He doesn't posture. He uses his voice in moments that matter, and audiences respect that,' she explains. 'This current moment [for Pascal] is the result of smart career choices, solid personal branding and real emotional intelligence. He earned trust, and in today's celebrity landscape, trust is the new currency.' On July 17 — with two movies in theaters and a major superhero film on the way — Pascal posted on Instagram about how the Trump administration would soon close the national suicide hotline for transgender youth. ''Maybe kindness is the real punk rock,'' one fan commented on Pascal's post, referencing a line from the new Superman movie, a rare blockbuster the actor doesn't have a role in. Empathy, a rejection of traditional masculinity and activism are not the kinds of things you see a lot from superheroes, but Pascal is in a league of his own — different from his peers in just about every way possible. He is, as his Instagram handle @pascalispunk suggests, punk.

Harrison Ford gives emotional speech on last day of 'Shrinking' season 3 filming: 'Just f---ing amazing'
Harrison Ford gives emotional speech on last day of 'Shrinking' season 3 filming: 'Just f---ing amazing'

Yahoo

time7 days ago

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Harrison Ford gives emotional speech on last day of 'Shrinking' season 3 filming: 'Just f---ing amazing'

"I wasn't talking to you," Ford joked to costar Jason Segel after wrapping up his poignant wrap speech. Harrison Ford isn't quick to display the ooey-gooey side of his emotional range. So when he does, he really means it. Ford was captured delivering a stirring speech in a state of visible emotion on the day his Apple TV+ series, Shrinking, wrapped its third season. "You guys are the best. The very, very best - at what you do, and how you do it, and how you make people feel is just f---ing amazing," he said in a video shared on Tuesday to the streamer's official Instagram page. The American Graffiti actor, 83, looked around at the assembled cast and crew of the comedy drama during an exterior shot, and continued, "I love this place. I love working with you guys, I hope we can all get back here and do it again." Ford's co-star and one of the series' co-creators, Jason Segel, rapidly snapped Ford back to his usual, comically cantankerous self by remarking, "Yeah buddy." Ford quickly snapped back, "I wasn't talking to you," causing the whole crew to burst into laughter as he walked off his mark. Shrinking has been a major hit for everyone involved: Segel, who co-created the show alongside Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein three years after his previous attempt at helming a series, Dispatching From Elsewhere, stalled after just one season; Ford, who earned the first Emmy nomination of his career for his work on the second season; Lawrence, who's riding high after having created two hit series for Apple TV+, with Ted Lasso; and that streamer, which has been producing a high volume of quality television since its 2017 inception, but has failed to break most series through to the level of audience fervor Shrinking has series follows Segel's Jimmy Laird, a therapist who begins shocking his patients by telling them exactly what he thinks, who in turn shock him by actually implementing (or at least, attempting to implement) meaningful changes into their lives. Ford was at the center of one of the second season's most gripping storylines, as his Dr. Paul Rhoades waged a tragic battle against Parkinson's while falling for his own doctor, Julie (Wendie Malick). Ford will vie against the formidable competition of Colman Domingo (The Four Seasons), Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Bear), his own Shrinking costar, Michael Urie, and more for the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series trophy when the Emmys air September. As for season 3 of Shrinking, while no premiere date has been announced, stars Segel and Jessica Williams did tease what fans can expect to see. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly in June, Segel revealed, "Each season we have a word that is our true north for the theme of the season. Season 1 was 'grief,' season 2 was 'forgiveness,' and season 3 — I acknowledge that this is two words — is 'moving forward.'" Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly Solve the daily Crossword

Malcolm-Jamal Warner turned ‘Cosby Show' fame into a lasting Hollywood career: Inside his life
Malcolm-Jamal Warner turned ‘Cosby Show' fame into a lasting Hollywood career: Inside his life

Fox News

time7 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Fox News

Malcolm-Jamal Warner turned ‘Cosby Show' fame into a lasting Hollywood career: Inside his life

Malcolm-Jamal Warner may have been known for his role as Theo Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," but his career didn't stop there. On July 20, Warner died at the age of 54 while on a family vacation in Costa Rica. Warner had been swimming on Sunday afternoon at Playa Grande de Cocles in Limon province when a current pulled him into deeper waters, Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Department stated. "He was rescued by people on the beach," an initial report stated, but first responders could not revive the actor. Warner gained fame as the son of Cliff Huxtable, played by Bill Cosby, on "The Cosby Show" from 1984 to 1992. He appeared in all 197 episodes of the NBC sitcom. In 1986, Warner earned an Emmy nomination for best supporting actor in a comedy. "Regardless of how some people may feel about the show now, I'm still proud of the legacy and having been a part of such an iconic show that had such a profound impact on – first and foremost, Black culture – but also American culture." The show's legacy was tarnished after Cosby was accused of sexual assault. Cosby's 2018 conviction was overturned in 2021. Since then, five more women have come forward with accusations against the comedian. Despite the controversy, Warner was still proud of the show. "Regardless of how some people may feel about the show now, I'm still proud of the legacy and having been a part of such an iconic show that had such a profound impact on – first and foremost, Black culture – but also American culture," Warner told People magazine in 2023. Following his "Cosby" fame, Warner continued on with his acting career. He starred in the sitcom, "Malcom & Eddie," and took on roles in "Alert: Missing Persons Unit," "Reed Between the Lines," "Community," "Key & Peele," and "The Resident." Warner also landed roles in movies, including "Fool's Gold," "Shot," "Tyson" and "Drop Zone." According to IMDb, Warner had 14 director roles, including "The Resident," "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air," and even some episodes of "The Cosby Show." Prior to his death, Warner was able to live a semi-private life in Atlanta, Georgia. A source spoke to People after his death and explained that Warner had moved down to Georgia to focus on his jazz band, the Biological Misfits. "He played the bass and had his jazz band down in Atlanta, a very avant garde jazz band. And of course he did his spoken word. He was very creative," the source told the outlet. Warner won a Grammy Award in 2015 for his work with the hip-hop trio, Robert Glasper Experiment. Additionally, Warner was nominated for another Grammy Award in 2023 for his spoken word poetry album, "Hiding In Plain View." Warner was also the host of the "Not All Hood" podcast with Weusi Baraka and Candace Kelley. According to the podcast's website, "Not All Hood" takes "a provocative look at the vastly different lived experiences and identities of Blacks in America." Warner was married, but kept the identity of his wife private. He also had a daughter, but never shared her name or birthdate. In 2019, Warner uploaded photos to Instagram and explained why he chose not to share pictures of his daughter's face. "Thank you for sharing in my joy as a father even though I don't post her face. She has the rest of her life for that life. Right now I just want her to BE," he captioned the post in part. In 2021, Warner shared images of himself on Instagram, decorating a cake for his wife, with the help of his three-year-old daughter, who he called a "mini us." In May, Warner was a guest on the "Hot & Bothered" podcast where he spoke about how his wife and daughter are the "best parts" of his life. "Obviously I don't post them. I don't, you know, I talk about them, because they are obviously the hugest parts of my life, the best parts of my life, best decisions I've ever made, but I like to keep them and their identity private. "But I love talking about them because I want people to know that it is possible to be happy and to have love and love really be enriching," Warner said.

Menendez brother calls 'Monsters' actor from prison to celebrate Emmy nomination for portrayal
Menendez brother calls 'Monsters' actor from prison to celebrate Emmy nomination for portrayal

Fox News

time21-07-2025

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  • Fox News

Menendez brother calls 'Monsters' actor from prison to celebrate Emmy nomination for portrayal

Joseph "Lyle" Menendez, one of two Beverly Hills brothers convicted of shotgunning his parents from behind in 1989, used a prison phone to call the actor who portrayed his brother on the recent Netflix show, "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story," to congratulate him on his first-ever Emmy nomination, according to a new report. Cooper Koch, 29, played the younger Menendez, who, along with his brother, snuck up behind their parents and opened fire while they were watching TV and eating ice cream in their living room. He was reportedly on the phone with Variety discussing his recently announced nomination when Lyle beeped in from the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. "He was just like, 'Congratulations, I'm so excited for you. I saw you were at Wimbledon. I was so jealous,'" Koch told the outlet after a 10-minute hold. "I said, 'Well, I've been back in tennis lessons, so I'm getting ready to play you and beat you when you're out.'" Koch received the nod for Best Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The competition includes Colin Farrell, who played the starring role in "The Penguin" on HBO. Koch played Lyle's younger brother, Erik, a former nationally ranked junior tennis player, in the Netflix series. "I know them now. I feel like they're my friends, like my brothers," Koch told the outlet. "So it does kind of feel normal. It'll feel way better when they're out of there." The Menendez brothers, 57 and 54 years old, recently received sentence reductions from a Los Angeles judge. Koch showed up for at least one of their hearings during the ordeal. Initially serving life sentences with no chance for parole, they both have hearings coming up before the end of summer that could lead to their release. The bloody crime, in which the duo ambushed their parents in the living room of their mansion before blaming the mob and going on a spending spree, saw renewed attention in recent years, thanks in part to "Monsters" as well as a batch of true-crime documentaries that introduced the crime and evidence that their father had been sexually abusing them to a new generation. They claimed they killed their parents in self-defense, allegedly fearing for their lives after they told their father they would expose his child sex abuse. Separately from their sentence reductions, the brothers are seeking a new trial, alleging that evidence of that abuse had been suppressed from their second trial, which ended with convictions for both of them. That evidence includes claims from Roy Rosello, a former boy band star in the 1980s group, Menudo, who also alleged sex abuse at their father's hands. The brothers had used evidence of sex abuse in their first trial, which ended in a mistrial. Much of it was excluded the second time around. Their petition for a new trial is pending. They will appear before the California parole board on August 21 and 22.

'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' to end next May: 'This is all just going away'
'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' to end next May: 'This is all just going away'

Yahoo

time18-07-2025

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'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' to end next May: 'This is all just going away'

CBS has cancelled "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert", setting the final show for May 2026. Host Stephen Colbert announced the shocking news to his studio audience on Thursday, July 17, at New York City's Ed Sullivan Theater. "I want to let you know something I found out just last night," Colbert told the audience. "Next year will be our last season. The network will be ending 'The Late Show' next May." As the audience expressed their dismay with loud moans, Colbert said, "Yeah, I share your feelings." The 61-year-old host and comedian continued, "It's not just the end of our show, it's the end of the 'Late Show' on CBS," adding that, "I'm not being replaced. This is all just going away." The announcement comes two days after "The Late Show" received an Emmy nomination for best talk series, along with "The Daily Show" and "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Will Stephen Colbert be replaced as 'The Late Show' host? A statement from Paramount Global executives, including CEO George Cheeks, stated that Colbert will not be replaced as host − the show will merely be ending. "We consider Stephen Colbert irreplaceable and will retire 'The Late Show' franchise at that time," the statement said. "We are proud that Stephen called CBS home. He and the broadcast will be remembered in the pantheon of greats that graced late-night television." The Paramount statement called the move "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night. It is not related in any way to the show's performance, content, or other matters happening at Paramount." Paramount Global, CBS's parent company, agreed on July 1 to a controversial $16 million settlement with Donald Trump over a defamation lawsuit tied to a "60 Minutes" interview. The move was criticized as a financial concession to facilitate the studio's pending sale to Skydance Media, which requires regulatory approval. In response, Colbert slammed the deal on-air on July 14, following a summer vacation. Colbert called the payment a "big fat bribe" in his monologue. How long has Stephen Colbert hosted 'The Late Show'? The former "The Daily Show" correspondent and host of "The Colbert Report," Colbert has hosted "The Late Show" for nearly ten years, taking over on September 8, 2015. Colbert succeeded David Letterman, who sat in the host's chair for nearly 22 years, from August 1993 until May 20, 2015. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Stephen Colbert's late-night talk show on CBS to end in May 2026 Solve the daily Crossword

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