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An easygoing Apple TV+ sports comedy follows Dusty Boyd, a former tennis prodigy, as he’s forced to switch to pickleball and learn humility from a group of senior players, with Jake Johnson’s affable performance and Mary Steenburgen’s warm chemistry anchoring a mostly gentle, formulaic story that offers a few smiles but few big laughs.
Jake Johnson headlines The Dink, a breezy Apple TV comedy about a former tennis prodigy who clashes with his father’s club as pickleball rises. The self‑aware rom‑com earns its warmth from Dusty’s romance with Candace (Mary Steenburgen) and a shift from ego to empathy, before a conventional save-the-farm finale. Directed by Josh Greenbaum from a script by Sean Clements, the film lands as a charming if familiar crowd‑pleaser, streaming on Apple TV starting July 24 (Grade: B-).
Jake Johnson leads The Dink, an Apple TV+ sports comedy about a former tennis prodigy who rediscovers his mojo on the pickleball court; despite a strong supporting cast and capable direction, the film lands as a bland, formulaic underdog story that never fully hooks or surprises.
Jake Johnson discusses filming The Dink, where he trained for months in pickleball to convincingly play Dusty, aims for light, old-school comedy with no heavy messaging, and reflects on his career—from chaotic early acting gigs to New Girl’s fame and a Prince cameo—while balancing family life that keeps him grounded as the movie heads to Apple TV.
Ted Danson recalls being grilled by then-President Bill Clinton during an early meeting with his girlfriend (now wife) Mary Steenburgen, with Clinton surrounded by three Secret Service agents and asking about his intentions. The anecdote, shared during History Talks, highlights the Clintons’ long friendship with Steenburgen and Danson, including Steenburgen’s Arkansas connection and Clinton later walking her down the aisle at their wedding.
Ted Danson recalled at History Talks that Bill Clinton, watched by his Secret Service detail, asked about Danson’s intentions on an early date with Mary Steenburgen. When Danson asked if that question was fair, Clinton replied that it wasn’t, but it proved effective, and he added that Steenburgen became the best thing that happened to her. The exchange, and Clinton family life anecdotes, were part of a broader panel on the Clintons’ early White House years and themes of bipartisanship and family over politics.
Mary Steenburgen credits Jane Fonda's advice on aging with helping her focus on living intentionally, valuing meaningful relationships, and staying curious as she grows older, emphasizing the importance of making the most of the time we have.
Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen, who are approaching their 30th wedding anniversary, enjoy early morning 'date early bird specials' at 4:30 am, where they share coffee and play games like Wordle. Despite busy schedules and different time zones, they prioritize these moments, cherishing their late-in-life relationship. Danson credits his emotional maturity and their shared life experiences for the success of their marriage.
Ted Danson revealed that the end of "Cheers" paved the way for his romance with his wife of 28 years, Mary Steenburgen. The couple met in 1983 but didn't start dating until they co-starred in the 1994 movie "Pontiac Moon." They struck up a friendship that blossomed into love during a canoe trip with friends in Mendocino, California. They married in 1995 and have since worked together in various TV shows and movies. Danson says that ending "Cheers" was the right decision because his life was a "hot mess" at the time, and it allowed him to get his life together and meet Steenburgen.
Jane Fonda, Mary Steenburgen, and Candice Bergen looked stylish while promoting their upcoming movie, Book Club: The Next Chapter. Fonda, 85, wore a chic all-black ensemble, while Steenburgen, 70, opted for a white blazer and jeans, and Bergen, 77, wore black trousers and a white blouse. The trio stopped by Watch What Happens Live to chat with Andy Cohen about the sequel, which follows the four best friends on a girls' trip to Italy. The movie hits theaters on May 12.
Hollywood legends Jane Fonda, Diane Keaton, Mary Steenburgen, and Candice Bergen united for the premiere of their film Book Club: The Next Chapter in New York City. Fonda stunned in a shimmering black suit and chic silver hair, while Keaton rocked her signature style of a flat-brimmed hat and quirky striped dress. Steenburgen was a breath of fresh air in her vibrant floral gown, and Bergen looked elegant in her cloud-colored blazer. The sequel to the hit 2018 film Book Club sees the ladies head to Italy for a wild bachelorette trip filled with romance and zany hijinks.
Jane Fonda, Diane Keaton, Mary Steenburgen, and Candice Bergen arrived at NBC Studios in New York City during their promotional tour for their new film, Book Club: The Next Chapter, set to be released on May 12. The film is a sequel to the hit film Book Club, released in 2018, and follows the ladies on a trip to Italy. Jane Fonda, 85, said in a recent interview that she is the happiest she's ever been and has learned to steer her own life as she's gotten older.