James Bond

There are several ways for actors to land a starring role in a movie. Some are chosen through auditions, while others are invited due to their popularity, as was the case with Kate Winslet after her role in Titanic. However, not all auditions result in success, and actors may decline offers made by directors or producers. Russell Crowe, for instance, turned down the opportunity to star in Lord of the Rings based on his intuition.

It’s hard to imagine someone as gorgeous and successful as Catherine Zeta-Jones having any doubts about her appearance. But it just goes to show that even the most seemingly perfect people have their struggles. And about regrets, well, we all have ours, but Catherine’s did touch our hearts.

Myths have become an inevitable part of almost every movie, so sometimes it’s really hard to accept the fact that reality can be much different from what is shown on the screen. We decided to bust some of the most persistent movie myths that seem to migrate from one flick to another and irritate many viewers.

After 15 years of playing James Bond, Daniel Craig stepped down from the role in 2021. As fans eagerly anticipate the next actor to take on the iconic character, the competition is fierce. Thousands of fans participated in an online poll to vote for their favorite contender, and we’ve compiled the results of the top picks below.Who will be the next James Bond? Check out our list of the favorite contenders, ranked by the public in an online poll.

Kate Middleton often appears in public wearing outfits from famous designers. However, sometimes the models wearing these dresses and suits in fashion shows don’t entirely match the royal protocol, so some adjustments have to be made. Nevertheless, once altered, the designer clothing doesn’t lose its charm but gains a fresh, exquisite look.

Pierce Brosnan’s forgiveness toward his mother is a remarkable display of resilience. Despite enduring significant personal loss and familial struggles early on, Brosnan’s ability to forgive exemplifies the power of compassion and understanding. Read on to see how the son-mother relationship worked out.

Today, Daniel Craig is the highest-paid James Bond actor. However, his journey to becoming as successful as he is today was surely not easy for him. In his early days as an actor, there were times when he was so hungry, he had to steal to have something to eat and sometimes even slept on park benches.

Regé-Jean Page, the breakout star of Netflix’s hit period drama, Bridgerton, has been deemed the most attractive man in the world according to science. The 34-year-old actor, who played the Duke of Hastings, was analyzed using the Greek Golden Ratio of Beauty Phi and was found to be 93.65% accurate. But don’t worry, other heartthrobs also made it to the list, and maybe your favorite celebrity is one of them.

Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress who has had a successful career in Hollywood. She first gained international recognition for her role as Wai Lin in the 1997 James Bond film, Tomorrow Never Dies. She went on to star in other notable Hollywood films, such as Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Memoirs of a Geisha, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Yeoh is also known for her role in the Star Trek: Discovery television series. She is considered one of the most prominent Asian actors in Hollywood and is now nominated for Oscar.

Michelle Yeoh has starred in many hit movies and has been active for 4 decades. Unlike many actresses, she mostly does action films and continues to astonish us with her performances. Behind it all, there are certain things that people don’t know about her.

The film industry gives us a chance to dip our toes into other universes, complete with epic wizard battles and spy adventures, or travel the galaxy with a young warrior. But not all movies have a straightforward and clear plot. And this leaves some space for the imagination. Dedicated fans analyze every little detail and build theories that fully reinterpret many of the stories of movies and TV shows, and they also have the benefit of a bit of evidence that further proves their points.

While reading a book, we often imagine the characters in our heads. But when these books turn into movies, things go a little differently than they did in our minds. For instance, we’ve seen Sherlock Holmes played by the likes of Robert Downey Jr., Henry Cavill, and even Johnny Lee Miller. Each actor lent their own individuality to the role, and we’d be hard-pressed to pick a favorite. On that note, here are even more surprising casting choices in live-action movies that we ended up loving as well.

Watching a movie is synonymous with relaxation and enjoyment. But this is not the case for everyone because many take it upon themselves to pay attention to every detail. Afterward, theories pop into their heads, almost as if by magic. They may think of other endings, connections between films, or even possible betrayals and new villains.

With his undeniable charisma, dashing good looks, and powerful acting skills, we understand why Daniel Craig has been the perfect choice to portray the iconic James Bond for over 15 years now. And the 54-year-old actor’s real personality and views on life aren’t any less fascinating than that of 007. In fact, even though the A-lister is an enigma and insists on leading a private life, the things we know about him are enough to make us get attached to him all the more.

Most Hollywood hunks, per se, love to show off their gentlemanly fashion pizzazz on the red carpet with designer tuxedos that could put James Bond to shame. That said, many male celebrities are now stepping away from mainstream fashion and into the liberal androgynous zone, turning their event appearances into something extra special.

Many of us know Hill Harper from shows like CSI: NY, Covert Affairs, and The Good Doctor. While the actor usually keeps a low profile when it comes to his personal life, he revealed in 2017 that he became a father through adoption. The proud dad shared the things that led to the decision that forever changed his life.

When Cinderella was going to the ball, her fairy godmother made her a stunning dress. However, the fairy tale was not about the dress, but about the shoes. And in real life, stars often wear such amazing shoes that everyone forgets about their clothes, and the shoes become the main focus.

It seems some celebrities have never been young because we all remember them at a more mature age. In fact, they have either started their career quite late or, for some reason, we don’t remember the start of their creative path.

Many consider marrying into a blended family an excellent package deal! You instantly share wonderful children with your significant other and take part in a growing family. Our fave celebrities often show how well-acquainted they are in this household dynamic.

In the movie industry, there are certain characters, like Sherlock Holmes, Zorro, and Tarzan, that managed to obtain a status of universal cultural values. New films about them are being produced every 5-10 years, where the stories of the characters adapt to new modern realities. For example, each generation has its own Spider-Man or Batman, which, by the way, has been played by 7 different actors.

A study shows that we can do the best work of our career at any age, as there is no distinct age to reach our professional peak. And when we look at the filmography of some of the biggest names in Hollywood, we might be surprised to learn that their breakthrough role appeared much later than we anticipated. Because even if youth has the energy and the drive, sometimes, to create a masterpiece, we need experience and maturity, which only age can give us.

One statistics study shows that only about 56 English-speaking actors currently working are famous. And even though the number of actors who become worldwide stars is small, this doesn’t mean that these people have fully fulfilled their career aspirations. And we might even be shocked to find out that the actors who played our favorite action heroes and leading characters, had their eyes set on a different role in a completely different movie.

Royals have tight schedules, and pursuing a career in acting as a side gig might not be on their priority list. Even though members of the monarchy rarely agree to appear on-screen alongside other stars, some of them played a role in a movie or TV show, and the Queen is no exception to that.

The world knew him as James Bond, but behind the success and fame lies a story of tragedy and overcoming obstacles. Pierce Brosnan lost his first wife to cancer but adopted and raised his children alone. Years later, life took his only daughter from him due to the same disease. But fate had a new beginning in store for him.