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Sebastian Stan told reporters in Cannes that Trump’s potential second term isn’t a laughing matter, weighing in on the biopic The Apprentice and the current political climate—censorship and media consolidation—while noting the film could stand the test of time as he promotes his new project Fjord.
Omarosa told CNN that Ivanka Trump would be a more fitting host for a potential Apprentice revival than Donald Trump Jr., and she revealed a “little-known fact” that Ron DeSantis once auditioned for the show, while Trump’s own stance on the idea was lukewarm.
Amazon Prime Video’s The Apprentice reboot is not in active development, with executives noting that discussions about the series have taken place since MGM’s acquisition but the project isn’t moving forward at the moment; the talk was sparked by a Wall Street Journal report and comments from Donald Trump and his son, though Amazon insists reports of a return are speculative and not confirmed.
Amazon Prime Video is reportedly weighing a reboot of The Apprentice with Donald Trump Jr. as host, based on a Wall Street Journal report. The project isn’t in active development, and Amazon has said any naming or detail reporting is speculative.
Former President Donald Trump floated a possible The Apprentice revival with his son Don Jr. as host, saying “he’d be probably good” and noting he has charisma. Amazon says the show is not currently in active development and reports of a host are speculative. The chatter appears tied to discussions around The Apprentice property following Amazon’s MGM acquisition, but no official plans have been announced.
President Donald Trump said his son Donald Trump Jr. would 'probably be good' as host of a rebooted The Apprentice on Amazon, following reports the show is in consideration; Amazon has said there have been preliminary discussions but no active development and any host names would be speculative. The Apprentice previously aired on NBC with Trump hosting and Don Jr. serving as a judge; royalties from the franchise reportedly continue to generate six-figure income for Trump.
The Wall Street Journal report reveals Amazon MGM has had early, non-committal discussions about reviving The Apprentice with Donald Trump Jr. as a potential host; the project isn’t in active development, and Trump Jr. reportedly learned of the talks from a newspaper rather than from insiders.
The Wall Street Journal reports Amazon is considering a reboot of The Apprentice with Donald Trump Jr. as host, but the project is in early, internal discussions and nothing is confirmed. Amazon says reports are speculative. Critics say the move could signal MAGA-friendly branding and potentially direct gains to the Trump family, noting past Amazon ties to Trump events and a Melania documentary, while sources caution details remain unfinalized.
On his Late Show, Stephen Colbert argues President Trump’s situation is deteriorating: he pointed out Trump bragging on Truth Social about a 2004 New York Times piece on The Apprentice ratings, and noted that contemporary polls show Trump’s approval at about 32% amid concerns over Iran policy and inflation, suggesting life isn’t going well for him.
Dr Asif Munaf, a former contestant on The Apprentice, is accused of posting antisemitic, racist, and sexist comments on social media, including Holocaust denial and racial slurs, leading to a medical misconduct tribunal. He denies the antisemitic allegations and is also accused of professional misconduct, such as leaving a locum placement without notice and providing a sick note while suspended.
The Canadian Screen Awards highlighted politically charged films and performances, with 'The Apprentice,' a biopic about a young Donald Trump, winning top honors, while indigenous activist Molly Wickham used the platform to advocate for land sovereignty and Palestine, reflecting the event's focus on marginalized voices and political issues.
Sean Penn criticized the Oscars for not embracing the Donald Trump biopic "The Apprentice" during a press conference at the Marrakech Film Festival. He accused the Academy of cowardice for not supporting the film, which stars Sebastian Stan and received positive reviews but is not expected to be a major awards contender. The film, depicting Trump's rise in the 1970s and 1980s, has faced controversy, including a cease and desist from Trump over a contentious scene. Despite this, it has an 83% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Sebastian Stan, starring in the biopic 'The Apprentice' about Donald Trump, claims Hollywood actors are too afraid to discuss the film due to Trump's influence. He struggled to find a peer for Variety's Actors on Actors series, as many feared discussing Trump. This reluctance, confirmed by Variety's co-editor, highlights the industry's apprehension towards Trump. Stan warns this fear could hinder understanding of the film's themes. Trump criticized the biopic as defamatory and politically motivated.
Actor Sebastian Stan criticized Donald Trump, calling him a "paranoid, scared little man" who doesn't care about people's situations, during an interview ahead of the U.S. election. Stan, who stars in the film 'The Apprentice' portraying a young Trump, emphasized the importance of understanding the American dream and the cost of losing one's humanity in pursuit of it. Despite potential repercussions, Stan, who immigrated from Romania, feels compelled to speak out against fear and misinformation.
Ramin Setoodeh's upcoming book "Apprentice in Wonderland" delves into Donald Trump's time on The Apprentice, revealing his exaggerated claims about ratings, contentious salary negotiations, and fraught relationships with figures like Jeff Zucker and the Kardashians. The book also highlights allegations of racism and sexism on the show, including Trump's denial of using racial slurs and accusations of inappropriate behavior towards female contestants.