Former Disney star Christy Carlson Romano on finding her voice away from Hollywood: ‘I was fearful of leaving’

Meg Ryan is making her return to rom-coms!The iconic leading lady is set to direct and star alongside David Duchovny in the upcoming film based on the play by Steven Dietz. Dietz co-wrote the screenplay with Ryan and playwright and novelist Kirk Lynn.The rom-com — which will be Ryan's first since 2008 -- centers on exes Willa (Ryan) and Bill (Duchovny), who are reunited when they find themselves snowed in at an airport overnight. Willa is still a free spirit, while Bill is coping with a recent separation — but over the course of their night together, the pair is compelled look back on their shared past and revisit any feelings that still linger between them.«We couldn’t be more thrilled to have the incredible teams at Bleecker Street and HanWay alongside us as we bring this special story to the screen,» producers said in a press release.

For the first time in his decades-long career, Chad Lowe will appear on-screen alongside his brother, Rob Lowe. The 54-year-old will guest star in Monday’s episode of "9-1-1: Lone Star" in which firefighter Capt. Owen Strand [Rob] returns to Los Angeles and is faced with "painful childhood memories." Robert Pine, star of ‘70s cop show "CHiPs" and father of actor Chris Pine, will play their dad.

Tom Blyth was immediately lassoed in when he was offered to play gunfighter Billy the Kid. The British-born, New York-based actor is taking on the role of the legendary outlaw for a new EPIX series titled "Billy the Kid." The 27-year-old, who grew up watching American Westerns, said he was eager to explore the brief and bloody life of the 19th-century gunslinger. "I grew up with Westerns — reading and watching them," Blyth told Fox News Digital.

Kristen Bell and Yumi teamed up to raise funds for those affected by the war in Ukraine through the new book,, by donating all proceeds from print sales to World Central Kitchen, a non-profit organization founded by Chef José Andrés that provides fresh meals in response to crises while working to build resilient food systems with locally led solutions.   Jodie Comer wore the Hunter x Killing Eve Chasing Boots, a knee-high style boot, available in black, olive and camel, on the final two episodes of the television series. George Lopez attended the Grand Opening of Impact Museum’s Immersive Frida Kahlo Exhibit At Lighthouse ArtSpace in Hollywood, California, in support of Global Gift Foundation USA.Charli D’Amelio enjoyed Cold Stone Creamery backstage at the Kids’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles, California, after she won Favorite Female Creator.Carly Rae Jepsen stunned in a For Love & Lemons white lacy dress at the Interscope Coachella Party in Palm Springs, California.Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller attended a Celebration of Life in Los Angeles, California, to support a former HFC care grant recipient and volunteer advocate who was caring for her late mother with Alzheimer's.

Rowan Blanchard and Auli’i Cravalho are stepping out for the premiere of their new movie!

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterDirector Damien Chazelle brought the ol’ razzle dazzle to CinemaCon, showcasing the first look at his next film “Babylon,” a star-studded homage to Hollywood’s golden era.Attendees of CinemaCon, the annual gathering of movie theater owners that’s currently unfolding at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, were treated to never-before-seen footage of “Babylon,” which puts the spotlight on Brad Pitt as silent film star John Gilbert and Margot Robbie as Roaring Twenties icon Clara Bow.Prior to Paramount’s presentation at CinemaCon, little had been revealed about “Babylon,” which is set in the late 1920s during the movie industry’s transition from silent films to talkies.Based on the first-look footage of glamorous parties against a backdrop of an entertainment business in flux, “Babylon” looks like a mix between Baz Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby” and Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” “You know what we have to do… we have to redefine the form,” Pitt’s character. “When I first moved to Hollywood, the stars on all the doors said ‘No actors and no dogs allowed.'”Robbie’s character is less worried about her place in showbiz.

th recipient of the American Cinematheque Award, the AC Board Chair Rick Nicita announced today. The tribute has been planned for Thursday, November 17. The Award Ceremony will take place at The Beverly Hilton.

Ryan Reynolds has been selected to receive the 36th American Cinematheque Award, with the organization saying Tuesday it has set its annual tribute gala for November 17 at the Beverly Hilton.

Hoda Kotb took to social media to show her support for her co-star and close friend Jenna Bush Hager as she embarked on a brand new adventure.MORE: Hoda Kotb's stand-in host revealed as star takes time off TodayThe Today host shared a snapshot of her co-host's book tour schedule, which took her around the country to talk about her latest release with sister Barbara P.

New York Post, John happily spoke about several of his box office bombs, indicating, "I always have the best time off-camera on those movies because you've got to make up for it."However, he noted that he could have done without 1996's "Executive Decision," in which he and Steven starred. "Yeah, I did not have a good time with Steven Seagal. No one has," John said.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefLee Jung-jae, the lead star of Netflix hit series “Squid Game” will be at the Cannes Film Festival this year with the world premiere of his feature directing debut “Hunt.”The film (aka “Namsun”) will be presented next month in the Cannes festival’s Midnight Screening section. Two other films will receive midnight screenings: “Fumer Fait Tousser,” by Quentin Dupieux and Moonage Daydream,” by Scott Morgen. The bulk of the festival’s Offical Selection was announced Thursday at a press event in Paris.“Hunt” is a 1980s-set Korean-language spy thriller that Lee got caught up in after buying the rights and rewriting the screenplay.

Gilbert Gottfried passed away on Tuesday at the age of 67, according to a statement released by his family.In a heartbreaking statement that they shared on his social media accounts, they wrote: "We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Gilbert Gottfried after a long illness.VIDEO: Stars gone too soon"In addition to being the most iconic voice in comedy, Gilbert was a wonderful husband, brother, friend, and father to his two young children."RELATED: Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins dies aged 50 as band delivers devastating newsIt continued: "Although today is a sad day for all of us, please keep laughing as loud as possible in Gilbert's honor." It was signed: "Love, the Gottfried family."A post shared by Gilbert Gottfried (@realgilbert)The actor's family shared a statement announcing his passingTributes from several of his fans started immediately pouring in on social media as they remembered him for his decades-long career in Hollywood.Best remembered for being a key Saturday Night Live cast member in the 80s and for voicing the character of Iago in Disney's Aladdin, the actor and comedian had established a massive presence for himself in the industry.Read more HELLO! US stories hereLike this story? Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.Join HELLO! Fashion at a free fashion & beauty popup by SHEIN and KlarnaBattling the menopause? Here are 5 ways these herbal supplements can support youDiamonds from just £250: the eco-friendly new collection you need to see By registering to HELLO!'s newsletter, you acknowledge that you have read and accepted hellomagazine.com's privacy policy, the cookies policy, and the website terms of use, and that you consent

Mark Wahlberg has been thinking about what the future holds for him, The actor, who has been on the road promoting his upcoming film "Father Stu," said his new career goal is to combine his faith with his films. "I feel like this is starting a new chapter for me in that, doing things like this – real substance – can help people," the 50-year-old recently told Entertainment Tonight. "I definitely want to focus on making more," he shared.

Kenedi Anderson, who was an early frontrunner on American Idol season 20, has dropped out of the show.

DJ Khaled is shining his light on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Hollywood actor Ryan Phillippe and a friend were spotted going shirtless while out jogging around Griffith Park in LA this week. Ryan, 47, looked very different to how we're used to seeing him as he showed off his ripped abs and inked torso and sleeve during the fitness session.The actor’s wavy hair was cut short and he wore dark shades as he headed out for a run in the LA sunshine.

dog walker and stealing her two French bulldogs was mistakenly released from jail and is being sought, authorities said Friday.James Howard Jackson, 19, was facing an attempted murder charge when he was released from Los Angeles County's jail on Wednesday “due to a clerical error," the county Sheriff's Department said in a statement.The sheriff's Major Crimes Bureau is Major Crimes Bureau is working on finding him, the statement said.Jackson is one of five people arrested in connection with the Feb. 24, 2021, attack in Hollywood.