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Will Arnett confirmed a new relationship with fashion co-founder Emma Marciano during his Smartless podcast, stating he is 'very happy' but refusing to discuss long-term plans. The 56-year-old actor noted he has spent the last two years focusing on personal stability and handling life's unpredictability, following a brief split from model Carolyn Murphy earlier this year.
Sandra Bullock broke her silence on the private battle with ALS fought by her late partner, Bryan Randall, during an appearance on the SmartLess podcast. She explained that Randall requested strict secrecy regarding his diagnosis, a decision that isolated her for years. Bullock described the period as a 'dark trifecta' involving his illness, her mental health struggles, and the challenges of raising their children during the pandemic. She noted that she began grieving his loss four years before his death in 2023, stating that his 'person left a lot earlier than the body left.'
Sandra Bullock disclosed on the SmartLess podcast that she felt isolated while hiding her partner Bryan Randall's ALS diagnosis. Randall, a photographer, died in August 2023 at age 57 after a private three-year battle with the disease. Bullock explained that Randall requested secrecy, which left her to manage his care, drug trials, and raising their two children alone during the pandemic. She noted that she began grieving years before his death, describing the period as a 'pretty dark' trifecta of responsibilities. Eventually, she confided in close friends Jennifer Aniston and Amanda Anka, as well as her sister, Gesine Bullock-Prado. Bullock has since returned to acting, currently promoting the sequel Practical Magic 2.
Sandra Bullock has broken her silence on the private battle with ALS faced by her late partner, Bryan Randall. Speaking on the 'SmartLess' podcast, the Oscar winner revealed that Randall asked her to keep his diagnosis secret, a request that led to a period of isolation. Bullock described the experience of managing his care, raising their two children, and navigating the COVID-19 pandemic as a 'trifecta that was pretty dark.' She noted that she began grieving Randall years before his death in August 2023, stating that his 'person left a lot earlier than the body left.'
Sandra Bullock has publicly discussed her partner Bryan Randall’s ALS diagnosis and death for the first time. Speaking on the 'SmartLess' podcast, she revealed that Randall requested strict secrecy regarding his illness, which isolated her during a 'dark' period of caregiving and pandemic parenting. Bullock described beginning to grieve four years before his 2023 death, noting that his mental and physical decline preceded his passing. She detailed how her children, Louis and Laila, navigated the situation differently, with her son distancing himself to protect his childhood. The actress emphasized the relief of finally confiding in close friends like Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman’s wife, Amanda Anka, after years of silence.
Sandra Bullock disclosed on the SmartLess podcast that she honored her late partner Bryan Randall's request to keep his ALS diagnosis private, a decision that left her isolated for years. Randall died in 2023 at age 57 after a three-year battle with the disease. Bullock explained that she initially kept the secret from everyone except her sister, Gesine Bullock-Prado, before eventually confiding in close friends Jennifer Aniston and Amanda Anka Bateman. She described the period as a 'trifecta' of caregiving, pandemic lockdowns, and raising young children, which led to a 'pretty dark' time. Bullock noted that she began grieving Randall four years before his death, as his physical and mental decline preceded his passing. This is her first public discussion of the private nature of his illness, which his family had previously described as a choice to keep his journey private.
Sandra Bullock broke her silence on the death of her partner Bryan Randall, revealing that his request for privacy regarding his ALS diagnosis left her isolated. She detailed the logistical challenges of finding care during the pandemic and the emotional toll of grieving years before his death.
Actor Jason Bateman revealed on the SmartLess podcast that he was once arrested in Monaco for being drunk and disorderly while wearing a leopard-print outfit; he recalled champagne and casino-chip details from the night, and said he’s moving forward with a film adaptation of Clue alongside Ryan Reynolds.
On the latest SmartLess episode, Will Arnett shuts down Jason Bateman's invasive question about whether he ever pooped in front of ex-wife Amy Poehler, insisting it’s not a topic for clicks. Arnett and Poehler, who dated in 2000, married later, and split in 2012, share two sons and co-parent. Bateman has sparked backlash in the past for similar questions on the show.
During a recent SmartLess episode, Jason Bateman asked Will Arnett a shocking, personal question about whether he ever pooped in front of ex-wife Amy Poehler; Arnett immediately shut it down, asking if Bateman was seeking clicks and declaring the topic 'none of your business.' Poehler and Arnett were married from 2003 to 2012 and share two children, with the moment underscoring the tension between candid podcasting and respecting personal boundaries.
Jennifer Lopez revealed on the SmartLess podcast that she raised her twins Emme and Max largely without help from ex-husband Marc Anthony, celebrating that both kids earned college scholarships and are heading to college. She recalled getting emotional about their upcoming milestones and stressed she did it all by herself, noting Anthony’s absence at recent graduations. Anthony is now married to Nadia Ferreira and is expecting his eighth child.
On a live SmartLess taping, Jonah Hill said he moved his wife Olivia Millar and their two kids from Los Angeles to a small town in San Diego to raise them away from Hollywood, while continuing to commute for work; he praised his cool neighbors, recalled growing up in ’90s LA, and noted his marriage to Millar and the birth of their second child earlier this month.
Jonah Hill told SiriusXM’s SmartLess LIVE that he’s returning to comedy after stepping back to focus on his family and happiness, revealing a renewed desire to be funny on stage and in films, with upcoming projects like the Apple TV satire Outcome and the comedy Cut Off with Kristen Wiig.
Aubrey Plaza confirmed she’s pregnant with her first child on a recent episode of the SmartLess podcast (per Page Six), sharing ultrasound details and her excitement about motherhood; People had previously reported the pregnancy, and she and partner Chris Abbott have kept their relationship private since the news surfaced. SiriusXM subscribers can listen to the full interview.
Jason Bateman recounts his five-decade rise from child actor to Arrested Development breakout, Ozark breakout, and now a production and media mogul with Aggregate Films, a $100 million SmartLess podcast venture (backed by a nine-figure SiriusXM deal), and a growing Netflix slate. He emphasizes sobriety, discipline, and choosing projects for longevity over superstardom, while balancing family life and building a diversified career beyond acting.