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Wendi McLendon-Covey explains Oscars absence after neck lift, assures no Bridesmaids drama
entertainment25 days ago

Wendi McLendon-Covey explains Oscars absence after neck lift, assures no Bridesmaids drama

Wendi McLendon-Covey said on Instagram that she skipped the Oscars Bridesmaids reunion to recover from a neck lift, joking she didn’t want to look like a melting candle. She stressed there’s no drama with her former co-stars, who celebrated the night, and even received supportive comments from Ellie Kemper.

Wendi McClendon-Covey Skips Bridesmaids Oscars Reunion Over Neck Lift, Calls It 'No Drama'
entertainment26 days ago

Wendi McClendon-Covey Skips Bridesmaids Oscars Reunion Over Neck Lift, Calls It 'No Drama'

Wendi McClendon-Covey revealed on Instagram that she did not participate in the live Oscars Bridesmaids reunion because she had a neck lift last week. She posted a close-up photo showing tape around her head and chin, joking that she was tired of looking like a melting candle and emphasizing that there’s 'no drama.' Co-stars and fans—including Alison Tolman and Cheri Oteri—responded with supportive comments as fellow Bridesmaids stars gathered for the telecast moment.

Oscars Preview: Marvel Reunion and Global-Stage Makeover Steal the Spotlight
entertainment1 month ago

Oscars Preview: Marvel Reunion and Global-Stage Makeover Steal the Spotlight

The Oscars are lining up a star-studded ceremony that includes a Bridesmaids reunion (Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne) and a Marvel moment on stage, as the Dolby Theatre gets a redesigned, immersive stage. Mandy Moore will choreograph the musical numbers, with two nominees performed—“Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters and “I Lied to You” from Sinners—featuring Misty Copeland and other international collaborators. The show aims to celebrate global cinema with diverse presenters, while Conan O’Brien hosts and helps steer the tone amid current events, airing Sunday on ABC.

Oscars 98th Preview Promises Bridesmaids & Marvel Comebacks
entertainment1 month ago

Oscars 98th Preview Promises Bridesmaids & Marvel Comebacks

Deadline’s Oscars 98th preview reveals the creative team’s big surprises for Sunday’s show, including a Bridesmaids reunion and a Marvel reunion, plus an extraterrestrial on stage; host Conan O’Brien and the production team preview musical numbers and tributes (notably to Sinners), signaling a night that blends humor with grand moments and star cameos.

Kristen Wiig and Jon Hamm Reflect on 'SNL' and 'Bridesmaids' Wild Moments
entertainment1 year ago

Kristen Wiig and Jon Hamm Reflect on 'SNL' and 'Bridesmaids' Wild Moments

Kristen Wiig and Jon Hamm reminisced about their experiences on "Saturday Night Live" and filming the comedy "Bridesmaids" during a conversation for Variety's Actors on Actors series. They shared humorous anecdotes about quick costume changes on "SNL" and the playful dynamic during the filming of their intimate scene in "Bridesmaids." Both actors reflected on the fun and spontaneity that characterized their work together.

"Rebel Wilson: From Salary Revelations to Memoir Talks"
entertainment2 years ago

"Rebel Wilson: From Salary Revelations to Memoir Talks"

Rebel Wilson reveals in her memoir that she was paid only $3,500 for her role in 'Bridesmaids,' with the entire sum going to union fees, but she quickly landed several new gigs after the film's release. She details being paid the SAG minimum scale of $65,000 for the first 'Pitch Perfect' film, and ultimately negotiating a $10 million salary for 'Pitch Perfect 3' after initially being told she and other original cast members would not feature in the third movie. Wilson fought for her role using focus group intel and believes she became the highest-paid person on 'Pitch 3.'

"Unveiling the Audacious Fashion and Joyful Cast of 'Joy Ride': The Raunchy Asian-American Female Comedy Leading the Box Office"
filmcultural-commentary2 years ago

"Unveiling the Audacious Fashion and Joyful Cast of 'Joy Ride': The Raunchy Asian-American Female Comedy Leading the Box Office"

The film "Joy Ride," directed by Adele Lim, is facing criticism from white male critics who compare it to "Bridesmaids" and judge it based on white sensibilities. The film, about four young Asian Americans on a journey across China and Korea, is being unfairly reduced to a Bridesmaids lookalike, ignoring its unique perspective and focus on Asian American experiences. The drama in the film, centered around Audrey's struggles as an adopted child of white parents, is crucial to its narrative. The film challenges the notion that Asian American stories should be judged by white standards and highlights the need for diverse perspectives in cinema.