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Yahoo
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Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky Take Their Boys to London, Plus Sarah Ferguson, Gavin Casalegno and More
From New York and Los Angeles to London and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to Celebrities have been everywhere this week. In London, Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky hit the carpet with their twin sons at the Limitless: Live Better premiere and little brother Liam Hemsworth shows up to support. Over in France, Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson flashed a smile at the Knights of Charity Gala, while Gavin Casalegno is out and about in New York. Here are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings! Avengers Assemble Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky pose with their adorable children Sasha and Tristan at the Limitless: Live Better Now season 2 premiere in London on July 17. Blue-Eyed Babes Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks smolder at the camera while attending he Limitless: Live Better Now season 2 London on July 17. All's Right in Red Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson flashes a dazzling smile while attending the 3rd Knights of Charity Gala at Chateau de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes, France on July 17. Kickin' it with Casalegno Gavin Casalegno sports black headphones and a white tank while arriving at CBS Mornings on July 17 in New York. Love Letter Alexa Chung shows her love for New York while wearing a black lace camisole paired with a leather skirt. Keeping Up With Koko Khloé Kardashian is spotted wearing a brown outfit with a plunging neckline and a chunky silver necklace while enjoying dinner in Malibu with Kris Jenner (not pictured). In The Thicke of It Robin Thicke hits a swaggering pose while attending the 3rd Knights of Charity Gala at Chateau de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes on July 17. Eyes on the Prinze Freddie Prinze Jr. poses for a photo while visiting Hits 1 at the SiriusXM Studios in New York on July 17. Just Hangin' Diplo wears a relaxed matching black sweatsuit while speaking onstage during Variety's Sports and Entertainment Breakfast in California on July 17. Dressed and Fabulous Jason Patel and Ben Hardy smile for the camera as they attend The Cinema Society's special screening of Unicorns in New York City on July 16. A Sway Day Jermaine Dupri emphasizes some points while on Sway in the Morning at SiriusXM Studios on July 17 in Los Angeles. It's Official! Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson make their red carpet debut at the Inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York on July 16. Winning Time Rugby star Ilona Maher takes home the ESPY for Breakthrough Athlete in Los Angeles on July 16. Abracadabra Lady Gaga puts on a powerful performance in Las Vegas on July 16. Three Musketeers The Summer I Turned Pretty leads Gavin Casalegno, Lola Tung and Christopher Briney attend a season three launch event in New York on July 16. A Selfie for the Stars Kat Graham and Chrissy Metz share a moment at the Summer Soiree hosted by Lifetime held in Santa Monica on July 16. Blue Velvet Ahead of the release of Together, Alison Brie stops by the ESPY Awards to present in Los Angeles on July 16. High Fashion Moment Tramell Tillman and Christine Baranski are the definition of high taste at Thom Browne Madison Ave Opening Party on July 16, Super Son Will Reeve, son of the late Superman star Christopher Reeve, attends the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16. Mini in the City I Know What You Did Last Summer star Chase Sui Wonders keeps it short and sweet in New York on July 16. Beach Waves Spy Kids alum Alexa PenaVega attends the Summer Soiree hosted by Lifetime in beachy style in Santa Monica on July 16. Worlds Collide Lindsey Vonn and Jelly Roll pose together in the Dolby Theater at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16. Double Take Meagan Good hits an over the shoulder pose at Lifetime's Summer Soiree in Santa Monica on July 16. A Night in Metropolis Superman star Rachel Brosnahan stops by The Tonight Show on July 16. Perfect Pair Russell Wilson and Ciara have a date night at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16. Dressed to the Nines Angela Bassett looks glamorous while presenting the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16. Back Home Shania Twain takes on Toronto at the Great Canadian Casino Resort on July 16. Nothing Holding Him Back Shawn Mendes is spotted exiting a guitar shop in Los Angeles on July 15. Pre-Show Snack Suni Lee enjoys a bite from Raising Cane's ahead of the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16. Snake Eyes Emily Ratajkowski rocks a blue snakeskin dress to promote Too Much on Late Night with Seth Meyers in New York on July 16. It's George! Jason Alexander arrives to his SAG-AFTRA Actor Masterclass event in Los Angeles on July 16. Hollywood Hawkeye Jeremy Renner is seen out and about in Los Angeles on July 16. Grand Entrance Taraji P. Henson is all smiles as she arrives to Megan Thee Stallion's Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York on July 16. Live from L.A.! Busta Rhymes and Simone Biles get together for a backstage photo at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16. Breaking Her Poker Face Natasha Lyonne snaps a selfie atop the Empire State Building at a celebration of her new movie Smurfs on July 16. Boho Girl Kelsea Ballerini wears a perfectly-summer dress at at her launch event with Pantene held at Empire Diner in New York on July 15. A Place in the Sun Michael Douglas soaks up the sun at Club 55 in Saint-Tropez on July 16. Street Style Queen Fresh off her first Emmy nomination for The Studio, Zoë Kravitz is seen looking cool as ever around New York on July 16. A Magical Performance Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons puts on a thrilling show with his band in Hamburg, Germany on July 16. Living It Up in London Town Socialite Emma Weymouth, Marchioness of Bath, looks regal at the Joshua Kane Summer Showcase 2025 at in London on July 16. Smurf Stars Co-stars of the upcoming Smurfs movie, Nick Offerman and John Goodman pose together on the Empire State Building on July 16. Summer Days Husband and wife duo Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell step out for a stroll in New York on July 16. Three's Company Canali CEO Stefano Canali, GQ Global Editorial Director Will Welch and Walton Goggins co-host Canali's celebratory dinner in New York on July 15. Bumping Along Rihanna keeps it casual in a strapless top paired with a sweatshirt while stepping out in L.A. on July 14. Dog Days Lola Tung brings along an adorable companion while out in New York City on July 15. Just Being Miley Miley Cyrus looks as cool as ever for her appearance at SiriusXM Studios in L.A. on July 15. Good to Glow Jennifer Lopez dazzles from the stage while performing at Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona on July 15. Dynamic Duo Russell Wilson and Ciara bring date night to a taping of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on July 15 in New York City. Music Man Stevie Wonder attends the Reel to Reel: Ed Sullivan event at Grammy Museum L.A. Live on July 15 in L.A. Own Biggest Fan Megan Stalter reps herself while making an appearance at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on July 15 in New York City. Making the Rounds Idris Elba meets members of the India men's cricket team ahead of the Youth Opportunity Summit at St. James's Palace on July 15 in London. Smile and Wave Joaquin Phoenix flashes a smile and a wave while making an appearance in New York City on July 15. On the Move Gavin Casalegno grabs a cold beverage while out in New York City on July 15. Around Town Olivia Wilde steps out for a shop in London on July 15. Something to Celebrate Saweetie looks laid back and chic as she celebrates Oakley's 50th anniversary in Lake Forest, California on July 12. Pop Princess Katy Perry is decked out in armor as she takes the stage at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California on July 15. Royal Honor Queen Camilla dons regalia as she becomes an honorary Freeman and Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers on July 15 in London. In Character Natalie Portman smiles on the set of Good Sex on July 15 in Washington Square Park in New York City. Talk That Talk Mark Consuelos, Kelly Ripa and Seth Meyers pose together during a taping of Late Night on July 15 in New York City. Crowd Pleaser Rebecca Black has some fun on stage at the Kia Forum on July 15 in Inglewood, California. Oui! Following a concert earlier in the evening, Mary J. Blige and 50 Cent (not pictured) grabbed dinner at César in Paris on July 14. New York Minute Nicole Scherzinger keeps cool in a flowy white dress while strolling along in New York City on July 15. Suited Up Emily Ratajkowski rocks a white suit outside CBS Studios on July 16 in New York City. Leather Look Leslie Jones steps out for the USWNTPA Players Ball on July 15 at Rolling Greens in L.A. Time with Mom Nicky Hilton has some fun with her daughters Theodora and Lily-Grace at Jellycat's event with FAO Schwarz at Soho Diner in New York City on July 15. Good Friends Natalie Portman and Rashida Jones share a laugh while filming scenes for their upcoming rom-com, Good Sex at a park in New York on July 15. Level Up Ciara was spotted looking stunning in casual glam while leaving the TODAY show studios in New York on July 15. The Summer I Went To NYC Gavin Casalegno is seen smiling after an appearance on Live with Kelly & Mark in New York City on July 15. Feeling Vintage Colin Farrell rocks a retro look behind the wheel as he shoots a scene for his latest project, Sugar, in Santa Monica, California on July 15. Public Speaker Tracee Ellis Ross smilies as she speaks onstage during Travel + Leisure World's Best Summit 2025 on July 15 in New York. Smurfs Up John Goodman attends the Smurfs New York Screening at SVA Theater on July 15 in New York City. Good Host Sophie Turner raises a St-Germain Hugo Spritz as she hosts friends at the St-Germain Terrace at Sea Containers in London on July 15. Drummer Boy Hajoon and Woosung of The Rose jam out onstage with fellow members Taegyeom and Dojoon (not pictured) at a recent concert in Toronto. All Stars Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers and his wife Mamiko Tanaka walk the red carpet ahead of the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15 in Atlanta. Coffee to Go Malin Akerman is seen heading to Live with Kelly & Mark with coffee in hand in New York City on July 14. Somebody Call 911 Donnie Wahlberg and Sonequa Martin-Green are all suited up in police gear while shooting scenes of TV show Boston Blue in Toronto on July 14. Brothers in Black Wooyoung, Yeosang, Seonghwa, Mingi, Yunho, Jongho, Hongjoong and San of ATEEZ pose at Citi Field in matching all-black outfits. Family Man Vladimir Guerrero of the Toronto Blue Jays and his family hit the red carpet during the 2025 All-Star Red Carpet Show on July 15 in Atlanta. Summer Style Nicky Hilton looks stylish in shades of blue as she weathers the New York City heat on July 15. Date Night Out Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila Alves hold hands at the BST Hyde Park Festival in London on July 12. Happy to Be Here Madelyn Cline gives a giddy smile as she poses with her hands up at the premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer in Los Angeles on July 14. Best Pals Seth Green and Sarah Michelle Geller smile big as they pose together at the premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer in Los Angeles on July 14. Returning Cast Freddie Prinze Jr. looks dapper in a blue suit at the Los Angeles premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer on July 14. You Can Go Home Again Jennifer Love Hewitt gives a soft smile as she poses in a black studded dress at the premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer in Los Angeles on July 14. Pedro Down Under Pedro Pascal poses in glasses and a white button up at the The Fantastic Four: First Steps Sydney launch event in Sydney on July 15. On The Move Rita Ora looks radiant in a gray two piece set and yellow socks in SoHo, New York on July 14. Tonight with the Man of Steel David Corenswet poses backstage in all black on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on July 14. Live Music RZA of the Wu-Tang Clan performs for a crowd at Scotiabank Arena on July 14 in Toronto, Ontario. For the Children King Charles speaks to attendees during a Youth Opportunity Summit with young people, government officials, and more at St James's Palace on July 15 in London. What's Up? Kristen Schaal poses with her hands up at the The Naked Gun special screening at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 14 in Los Angeles. Dressed Down Matt Walsh keeps it casual in a baseball cap and jeans at the The Naked Gun special screening at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 14 in Los Angeles. Too Much Love Megan Stalter and Sarah Sherman hug at the Too Much episode screening before they discuss Stalter's career journey at 92NY on July 14 in New York City. But First, a Selfie Leanne Morgan and Kristen Johnston look like twins in all black as they pose for a selfie together at the premiere of Warner Bros. TV's Leanne. Fur-ever Friends Beth Leavel and Bernadette Peters pose with the most adorable and adoptable pups from SPCA of Westchester at Broadway Barks in New York City on July 12. Star Studded Cast Chase Sui Wonders and Sarah Pidgeon stun in nude tones as they pose together at the Los Angeles premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer on July 14. Blue Blondie Meg Donnelly waves at fans as she makes an appearance on Live with Kelly & Mark in New York on July 14. Say Cheese Hannah Pilkes and Annie Gonzalez look cute for a selfie together at the world premiere of Leanne. New York Strut Nicole Scherzinger is seen looking stunning in a sparkling deep blue dress on July 14 in New York City. Fantastic Mom-to-Be Vanessa Kirby glows in a all black maternity dress at the The Fantastic Four: First Steps Sydney launch event in Sydney on July 15. Julie in NYC! Julie Bowen is seen looking adorable in a brown gingham dress outside the ABC Television Studios on July 14 in New York City. Stripes for Days Malin Akerman visits SiriusXM Studios on July 14 in a striped tan two piece in New York City. You Clean Up Nice Ebon Moss-Bachrach looks sharp in a dark blue suit at theThe Fantastic Four: First Steps launch event in Sydney on July 15. Bump in Bloom Rihanna is angelic with her baby bump on display at a late night dinner at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica on July 14. Keeping it Cool Jennifer Aniston is spotted in Los Angeles in summer attire after returning from Spain vacation on July 13. Smiles at Sea Zendaya smiles for the camera at Burghead Harbour in the U.K. after visiting the set of The Odyssey on July 14. Oprah Abroad Oprah Winfrey is spotted enjoying a meal with friends at a restaurant in Portofino, Italy on July 14. Damon's Dramatic Return Matt Damon returns to Burghead harbour in full costume after visiting the set of The Odyssey on July 14. Catching the Cameras! Tom Holland gives a wave on the set of The Odyssey, first arriving at Burghead before heading off on a boat to another filming location further along the coast on July 14. Berlin Blaze Tyla arrives in fiery style at Maaya Berlin on July 14 ahead of her performance in Berlin. All Eyes on Rita! Rita Ora struts down Madison Square Park in a trendy brown outfit on July 14. Unexpected Duo Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy are seen filming a playful scene on the You Deserve Each Other set in Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn on July 14. Golf Meets the Sea Callaway Golf Europe staged the Harbour Challenge on July 14 in Portrush, Ireland, where Niall Horan took on a dramatic shot challenge, aiming for a floating pontoon in Portrush Harbour. Los Angeles Lovebirds Nicolas Cage and wife Riko Shibata spotted looking chic together on a rare outing in Los Angeles on July 13. Blue Beauty Megan Moroney is a vision in blue at the Windy City Smokeout at United Center on July 12. Golden Hour with Keke Keke Palmer looks radiant in yellow at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture with Creme of Nature in New Orleans. All-Black Affair Alexandra Daddario is glowing at an all-black dinner party in the Hamptons, hosted by No. 1 New York Times Best Selling Author, Leigh Bardugo and Social Life Magazine Editor in Chief, Devorah Rose. A-List Toast Katherine Power, Andy Cohen and Cameron Diaz pose for the camera at a Hamptons gathering for the launch of Stella McCarney's limited-edition Avaline wine collaboration. Biggest Fan Brie Larson enjoyed the LAFC's victory over FC Dallas at BMO Stadium on July 12. Family Jam Jim Belushi and daughter Jami Belushi performed together at the Windy City Smokeout on July 11. Puppy Love Queen Camilla smiles with her rescue puppy, Moley, in the garden of her home, Ray Mill House, on July 14 in Wiltshire, England. Read the original article on People Solve the daily Crossword
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Hollywood pair had 'great chemistry' in 'emotional' film which led to decade-long relationship
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth met as teenagers while starring in the heartbreaking film The Last Song, which saw the young couple fall in love on screen and in real life Nicholas Sparks ' heart-tugging novels have been the blueprint for some of the most beloved romantic comedies of the 2000s, not least the cinematic rendition of The Notebook, sparking off-screen romances along the way. This was certainly true for a certain high-profile pair who crossed paths as youngsters portraying a blossoming romance on screen, simultaneously kindling their own. Chart-topping sensation Miley Cyrus and silver screen heartthrob Liam Hemsworth first locked eyes on the set of the poignant drama The Last Song. Debuting in 2010, the film charts the turbulent journey of a defiant young woman named Ronnie, who relocates to live with her estranged father, portrayed by Greg Kinnear, following her parents' split. The move takes her and her brother from the hustle of city life to the serene coastal town where her dad resides. Throughout the story, Ronnie mends fences with her family and rediscovers herself, all while falling head over heels for a local lad. Her innate piano skills come to the fore, encouraged by her father's past as a Juilliard-trained musician, as she strives to mend their fractured bond, despite time running short. A Rotten Tomatoes critique applauded the movie, saying: "An emotional and romantic coming-of-age story, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth make a couple with great chemistry, and the credits song When I Look At You is one to cry to. A great adaptation." The on-screen romance that captivated audiences wasn't quite the fairytale behind the scenes, reports the Express, with the couple experiencing several break-ups over their decade-long relationship. In 2012, fans were thrilled to hear about the engagement of the young stars, but by 2013, wedding bells had been silenced, and it looked like it was all over. The film's allure was undoubtedly boosted by the palpable chemistry between the leads, surprising many viewers with Cyrus's commendable acting chops. One review admitted: "I'm not a big fan of Miley Cyrus, but I have to say she did an outstanding job in this." Tear-jerking warnings accompany mentions of the film, as one viewer shared: "The Last Song tugged at my heartstrings and drained my eyes of tears. I just don't get why a lot of people don't like this movie when it's got such a beautiful and heart-wrenching story." Emotions ran high for another fan who confessed: "I cried when I read the book two years ago, and so did I when I watched the movie two minutes ago. Hands down, this movie is amazing." Against all odds, Cyrus and Hemsworth secretly wed in 2018 after rekindling their romance, yet the reunion was short-lived; they divorced in 2019. Both have since found new love away from the spotlight. Nostalgic fans often look back fondly at the early days of what became a real-life romance, while some viewers remained oblivious to the off-screen drama unfolding before them. A cinema enthusiast commented: "I'm not a fan of Miley Cyrus, but in the film I was enchanted by her character. The Last Song is a very romantic and emotive film, which I like to watch. The plot of the film has a great reflection of real life."
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Business
- 7NEWS
Sshhhh! How celebrities keep property deals private
Chris and Liam Hemsworth, Zac Efron, Matt Damon and Nicole Kidman are just some of the A-listers that call Byron Bay home (or at least a holiday home). If Byron has reached peak cool (and price point), just down the coast, along the Northern Rivers and snuggled into the hinterland, there are more celebrity housing hotspots popping up and high net worth clients are eager to get in on the action before the secret is out. And we all know one thing about the rich and famous - they have teams of people on speed dial to do the heavy lifting when it comes to real estate. You certainly won't spot a Hemsworth at an Open For Inspection! Chris Hemsworth enjoying a surf at his local beach in Byron Bay via Instagram @chrishemsworth As prestige buyers seek lifestyle, anonymity and high-touch service, buyers' agents are proving to be the quiet force behind some of the country's most exclusive real estate deals. That's where Compass, a leading buyers' advocacy firm specialising in the Northern Rivers, Byron Bay and Tweed Coast, comes in. Nick Goldsbrough-Reardon, Director and Buyers Advocate at Compass said: "Many of our clients are public figures or ultra-high-net-worth individuals. They don't want to be recognised at open homes or have their name linked to a property. We act as their proxy throughout." The firm often represents celebrity clients anonymously during the buying process, coordinating private viewings and conducting pre-inspections on their behalf. They often work under non-disclosure agreements (NDA's), taking full ownership of client confidentiality, ensuring sensitive details remain protected from listing agents, vendors, or third parties. "Working under a non-disclosure agreement means we take full ownership of the process." More than 70 percent of the firm's transactions are now off-market, a strategy that offers exclusivity, speed, and above all, confidentiality. In some cases, lack of anonymity has directly impacted outcomes. "We once saw a vendor increase the asking price after learning who the buyer was. We restructured the deal discreetly and ended up securing the home at a fairer market value." On another occasion, Compass arranged a late-night private inspection for a high-profile celebrity client. That client made a pre-market offer and closed the deal without attracting any public attention, a perfect outcome in an era of digital leaks and social media scrutiny. Behind the scenes, buyers' advocates juggle far more than just property searches and A-List demands. Goldsbrough-Reardon recalled the complexity of managing a cross-continental purchase for an overseas celebrity couple. "One was in Austria with family. The other was on a remote island in Hawaii with barely any phone reception," he said. "We were taking calls at 5am and midnight to make it work. They were buying the home sight unseen, so we conducted virtual inspections, brought in trades to assess the property and even navigated a regional cyclone that left us without power for five days." Despite the cyclone, Goldsbrough-Reardon secured the deal. "By the time they arrived in Australia three months later, the property was fully set up. We coordinated shipping of their furniture from overseas, organised all the logistics and had everything move-in ready. It's a full property concierge experience." For high-net-worth clients, the key to a seamless transaction lies in more than just market knowledge. Goldsbrough-Reardon says. "A good advocate also brings emotional intelligence, someone who can act as a trusted buffer and advisor across the entire buying journey."
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Chris Hemsworth and his wife Elsa Pataky are supported by his brother Liam at the Limitless: Live Better Now premiere in London
and his wife Elsa Pataky attended the premiere of Limitless: Live Better Now with their children in London on Thursday. The couple posed for snaps with their sons while Chris' brother Liam also supported him at the star-studded event. Chris and Elsa, who share sons Tristan and Sasha and daughter India Rose, looked happier than ever after they were reunited following 'weeks apart'. For the glitzy evening, Chris, who stars in the show exploring how humans 'can live better for longer', looked handsome in a navy two-piece suit. He layered his tailored two-piece over a crisp white T-shirt and an unbuttoned dark blue shirt. Alongside him Elsa put on a legged display as she slipped into a sparkly sheer dress which was layered over a strappy white dress. She added inches to her toned physique as she wore a pair of strappy silver heels and slicked her blonde tresses back into an updo. The pair were joined by their tuxedo-clad sons Tristan and Sasha who posed on the red carpet alongside their uncle Liam. Liam cut a more relaxed figure as he stepped out brown trousers which he paired with a T-shirt. Chris's father and mother Craig and Leonie also attended the star-studded evening as they slipped into all-black ensembles. Liam's girlfriend, Gabriella Brooks, wowed at the glitzy event as she slipped into a black floor-length silk gown. Meanwhile Maya Shankar looked elegant in a nude floral dress which featured a square neckline and thick straps. Joe Wicks and his wife Rosie looked smitten as they posed arm in arm on the red carpet. Edith Bowman cut a classic display as she wore a simple black dress and a pair of shiny black heels. Alongside him Elsa put on a legged display as she slipped into a sparkly sheer dress which was layered over a strappy white dress The pair were joined by their tuxedo-clad sons Tristan and Sasha (pictured) who posed on the red carpet alongside their uncle Liam Limitless will see Chris take part in various challenges exploring different ways to extend the human lifespan. Playing on Chris' stardom through superhero movies, Limitless follows him as he pushes up against the boundaries of what his body can do. He will be seen on the Disney+ program pursuing various physical goals, such as 40lbs of weight gain for a Thor film. Among the six supposedly life-extending techniques he will test are: regenerating damage, maximising strength, building resilience, shocking the body, supercharging memory and confronting mortality. Chris said in a statement: 'Basically, I was somehow convinced to volunteer myself as a human guinea pig and endure a series of mental and physical challenges across the globe, all for the sake of science.' 'We're hoping to shed some light on new ideas and emerging science with the focus on extending a healthy lifespan.'
News.com.au
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Miley Cyrus reveals brutal career fallout from racy photo leak
Miley Cyrus hasn't forgotten about the penis cake that cost her a job. While appearing on Monica Lewinsky's podcast this week, the 32-year-old singer spoke about being fired from the Hotel Transylvania franchise when she was 18 after a photo emerged of her with a penis cake for her then-boyfriend and now-ex-husband Liam Hemsworth's birthday. 'I, as a joke, got my boyfriend a penis cake for his birthday and I got fired,' she recalled. 'I was the lead actress in Hotel Transylvania and they fired me and replaced me because I had made an inappropriate adult joke. But I was 18.' 'So yes I was fine to work in a kids movie, but I'm not a kid,' Cyrus added. The Hannah Montana star was initially cast as Mavis Dracula in Sony Pictures' first Hotel Transylvania film that came out in 2012. But after the penis cake photo made headlines, she was replaced by fellow former Disney Channel star Selena Gomez, who starred alongside Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Kevin James and more. 'What felt ridiculous to me about getting fired for a penis cake was that they sell penis cakes for all bachelorettes,' Cyrus pointed out. 'In Nashville, Tenn., you can get penis cakes. It's not that big of a deal.' 'So I thought this is a very simple, not vulgar joke. This is silly,' she continued. 'You can do this for all bachelorette parties. They make necklaces and cups and straws and all kinds of stuff. It felt ridiculous.' Cyrus went on, 'But to be fired for regular things that girls my age, they go to bachelorette parties and they do this. They go to Magic Mike shows. But at that time, I wasn't someone that was appropriate for kids, even though that was in my personal life.' The Grammy winner also noted that the photo leaked because her backpack and her camera were stolen at a party. '[It was] nothing I posted,' she said. 'I was at a private event at a private party and I got robbed. It's not cool.' Cyrus first revealed the nature behind her Hotel Transylvania firing on Twitter in 2019. At the time, a Sony source told the Hollywood Reporter that Cyrus indeed lost her job because of the penis cake photo and that studio bosses were allegedly nervous about her leading a family-film franchise when she was breaking away from her Disney Channel persona. On the podcast, Cyrus opened up about how she reacted to losing the job. 'At the time, I remember I jumped in the pool and said, 'I'm not gonna come up until you guys get me my job back,'' she recalled. 'It was really upsetting me. I was with my lawyer and my manager at the time and they were freaking out because they didn't realise how much it was hurting me until that moment when they realised I had said what I said.' The Flowers singer added that she started seeing a therapist that same year who helped her 'work through' moments like the penis cake controversy. 'I didn't want to go underwater and not come up,' she said. 'Those moments are real for me. Now they're funny, but they definitely weren't funny then.' When asked if she thinks a similar situation could happen today, Cyrus responded, 'I don't know if we put our Disney kids on the pedestal the way that we used to, our teen stars. But I think that still movies can have consequences for their lead actor or actress doing things that don't align with the audience that the movie is made for.' Earlier in the podcast, Cyrus revealed she lost a deal with Walmart as a teen because of a video of her with a bong. 'I had to email the Walmart CEO and apologise for being 16 and smoking weed, which most 16-year-olds do,' she said.
