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Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
James Gunn says he ‘did a lot of drugs' from the time he was ‘very little': ‘I would wait for it to be 10 am so I could light a joint'
For any director, the week leading to the release of their film is a tough and testing time. Especially when you are James Gunn, who is trying to reinvent the wheel itself with a movie like Superman. The character has been played by several greats of the game and has been adapted from comics for film, television, animated series and everything in between. While the movie has received positive first reviews, the jury is still out on whether it will be a success or not, and Gunn is definitely putting in the work on the promotional front. During a recent interview, Gunn went on a surprising tangent about his early life and opened up about his journey to becoming a filmmaker. While sitting down with Dax Shepherd and his co-host Monica, Gunn talked about the troubles he had with addiction while growing up and how the Missouri-born boy had tried everything under the sun before he was even 19. He said, 'I did a lot of drugs from the time I was very little. I was already doing speed, and I started using cocaine in college. I did everything, but marijuana was the one that really held on to me. Some days I would just wake up and wait for it to be 10 am so that I could light up a joint, and you just become very blind to the consequences when you are in that situation. I was smoking weed all day long, and I refused to accept that it was a problem.' ALSO READ: Superman theme reimagined with Indian classical instruments earns global praise: 'Wasn't ready for this' He shared how once he got sober, he dropped out of college and started pursuing music professionally, only to return to college a few years later to finish his degree, a decision that would change his life forever. 'I wasn't playing music anymore, so I had to figure out something to do, and I thought I could teach, and so I started learning creative writing. I wrote a play in that class, and I remember the reactions I got when my classmates read the play. I felt seen and appreciated, and that was great.' He added that he actually went to Columbia University to learn writing, but not for learning how to write a screenplay but to become a novelist. The director shared how he was rejected from all his safety schools, like Georgetown and Iowa University, but somehow managed to land a spot at Columbia, which was his first choice. After several interesting and downright dramatic chapters of his life, Gunn is currently spearheading DC Studios with Peter Safran, and the duo have made some big promises about the future of the company. Superman is the first big step towards that vision, and on July 11, the world will truly know if DC is back in the running or not. The cast of the film includes David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Maria Gabriela De Faria, and more.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Caitlin Clark's boyfriend, Connor McCaffery? Exploring personal details of the Indiana Fever star's romantic life
Who is Caitlin Clark's boyfriend Connor McCaffery? Exploring personal details of Indiana Fever star's romantic life (Image Source: Getty Images) Caitlin Clark has become one of the largest names in women's basketball. The 22 year old guard, who now plays for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA, is known for her sharp shooting, big plays and quiet confidence. Fans love to see her in court, but many are also curious about her life outside the court. And one question is common: Who is Caitlin Clark Dating? Caitlin Clark's relationship with Connor McCaffery Caitlin Clark is in a relationship with Connor McCaffery, and their connection goes back to college. Connor McCaffery played basketball for Iowa University like Caitlin Clark. Back when Caitlin was captain of the women's side, Connor played for the men's side and also worked as an assistant to the technical staff. Connors' father is Fran McCaffery, the head coach of the Iowa men's basketball team. They were usually seen together in games and events, but maintained their relationship privately. In May 2023, Caitlin Clark shared a photo with Connor McCaffery on her Instagram page, wishing him a Happy birthday. She wrote, "Happy birthday to Connor! I'm so lucky to have you" Connor also posted a message for Caitlin Clark when she entered the WNBA draft in April 2024, and said he was proud of her. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo They both met when they were students at Iowa University, where Caitlin Clark played from 2020 to 2024. She was one of the top players of the college basketball League and led Iowa to the NCAA championship game. Inside Connor McCaffery's life beyond college basketball Connor McCaffery was born on July 13, 1998. The six-season points man for the Iowa Hawkeyes was praised for his leadership, and he still has the second-best assistant-to-sales relationship in NCAA history. Connor became the Basketball Development Coordinator for the Indiana Pacers in 2023, specializing in scouting and video analysis. He then became an assistant at Butler University in September 2024 after Greg Oden departed. His brother, Patrick McCaffery, had also committed to Butler as a player during the 2024–25 season. Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery have not publicly shared many details about their relationship, but they support each other's careers and achievements. Fans have seen their quiet bonds and kind messages on social media. Also Read: 'That's pressure' - Shaquille O'Neal shares a powerful lesson he learnt from his father who was a drill sergeant in army Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
