Rocky star Burt Young has died aged 83. The Oscar-nominated actor played Paulie, the corner man and brother-in-law to Sylvester Stallone throughout the iconic film franchise.
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School Of Rock have revealed they were bullied following the film’s success.Directed by Richard Linklater, the comedy film starred Jack Black as struggling guitarist Dewey Finn who pretends to be substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. After it was released in 2003, the film grossed over $130million worldwide on a $35million budget.The film’s young cast, who were high-schoolers and middle-schoolers at the time, explained that they were bullied at school following the film’s release in an interview with Rolling Stone.Joey Gaydos Jr., who played Zack Mooneyham, said he was looked at like “a three-headed freak” when he returned to his hometown in Detroit.“I was looked at like a complete weirdo, and that was hard,” Gaydos Jr.
said. “I remember going to a football game in high school, and some older girl coming up and smacking me in the face because, ‘Look at that weird guy from the movie.’ People thought I had it all going on.
I couldn’t believe it.”Veronica Afflerbach, who played “groupie” Eleni, vowed to “never do this again” after kids at her school were “brutal” towards her.“My parents wanted to make an investment, so they bought me a house,” Afflerbach said. “And kids said really horrible things.
‘What else did you do to make that much money? Because it’s not from just a couple lines in a movie. You’re an extra.’ But I wish that I had given myself a chance to see where else [acting] could have taken me.”Rivkah Reyes, who played bassist Katie, said she was “really sick” for “about a decade” following the film’s release.“There was, I would say, about a decade of me being really, really sick and really, really mentally unwell and using anything I could to feel nothing, basically,” Reyes said.
Rocky star Burt Young has died aged 83. The Oscar-nominated actor played Paulie, the corner man and brother-in-law to Sylvester Stallone throughout the iconic film franchise.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director The upcoming release of “The Color Purple” musical film marks a full circle moment for Oprah Winfrey, who is producing the new adaptation 38 years after playing Sofia in Steven Spielberg’s take on Alice Walker’s seminal novel. Oprah earned an Oscar nomination for supporting actress, and now “The Color Purple” musical could earn her another one as a producer if it lands a best picture nomination. Oprah produced the film along with Spielberg, Scott Sanders and Quincy Jones.
Law enforcement officials in North Carolina are reportedly set to wrap their investigation into Jenelle Evans and David Eason “very soon.”
Gorka Marquez made a much-welcomed return to the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom during the latest results show despite being axed from the competition. The Spanish dancer said a sad farewell last weekend when he and celebrity dance partner Nikita Kanda were the second couple to be eliminated.
In an exclusive conversation with OK!, Big Brother star Chanelle Hayes, candidly discussed her struggles with weight, the impact of online trolls on her self-esteem, and how the cruel comments on her appearance affect her children. Chanelle has had an up-and-down journey with her weight since 2013, fluctuating between dress sizes 6 and 20.These fluctuations were often driven by struggles with depression and unhealthy eating habits. However, in 2020, she decided to make a significant change and underwent gastric sleeve surgery.This decision led to a remarkable weight loss of nine stone, resulting in her dress size dropping from an 18 to a 10.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Jada Pinkett Smith is finally ready to talk about the Will Smith Oscars slap, revealing to People magazine that she originally thought it was a skit when Will took to the stage after presenter Chris Rock made a joke about Jada’s bald head. Rock was presenting the Oscar for best documentary feature at the time. It’s the first time Jada has addressed the slap outside of posting an Instagram graphic just after the slap that read: “This is the season for healing.
Sayer went on to apologise for having to disappoint his fans, but said “these things can happen to us 75 year olds”.The ‘You Make Me Feel Like Dancing’ artist confirmed that he was “still in hospital”, though he said he was “well on the mend”.He continued: “I will take a necessary short break from activities and be back fighting for shows in 2024 – particularly my UK and Ireland tour next autumn.“Thank you everyone for all your concerns and good wishes…” You can see the full statement in the post above.Details on Sayer’s 2024 concerts are yet to be announced. According to Setlist.FM, his latest live performance took place in Strathpine, Australia on June 17.Sayer released his most recent studio album, ‘Selfie’, in 2019.
Destiny’s Child kept things “Jumpin’, Jumpin’” from the time that they released their self-titled debut album through the unveiling of Destiny Fulfilled in 2004, but that will never be enough for fans who are still holding out hope for a reunion in 2023.
Jamie Lee Curtis and Arnold Schwarzenegger reunited nearly three decades after filming the 1994 movie.The actress and former California governor, 76, took a selfie as they attended a charity event for the nonprofit After-School All-Stars on Saturday.“‘Ya, my name is Ingeborg, I’m from Stuttgart.’ I LOVE the way my friends suit up and show up for the causes that move their souls and hearts,” Curtis wrote via Instagram after the pair crossed paths.
Emmerdale stars Emma Atkins, Lawrence Robb and Jessie Elland have divulged some of the behind-the-scenes details from filming their first major stunt. Despite being on the soap for more than 20 years, Charity Dingle actress Emma has never been part of a big showpiece like next week's Super Soap Week.
Jack Black channeled his inner-Dewey Finn for a recent performance during Tom Morello‘s mother’s 100th birthday party, teaming up with a band of pre-teens to cover an Ozzy Osbourne song.Tom Morello took to Instagram last night (October 3) to share a video taken from his mother’s 100th birthday party. The video sees Black – the actor and Tenacious D frontman – pay a short tribute to his mother before he and the band perform a stirring rendition of Ozzy’s ‘Mr.
Love Island star Mitchel Taylor has been mocked by some of his former villa mates after announcing that he has decided to return to his "normal job" from before the show. The 27 year old was recently "dropped" by his PR agent amid claims that he was accused of making "homophobic" comments at a Space NK brand event, which he subsequently addressed in a video statement on YouTube and vehemently denies using any "homophobic language".
Paris Fury has defended having seven children as she introduced her baby son to the world for the first time. The little one made his entrance in the early hours of Monday, September 18, arriving at 2.29am weighing 6lb 13oz.
Paris Fury has announced her seventh child's unique name - which includes a poignant tribute to Tyson's late cousin Rico Burton.
Jack Black is looking back on his experience on the set of School of Rock.
has his work cut out for him. The 72-year-old widower from Indiana is searching for a second chance at love with one of 22 women, and let me be the first to say—they're all gorgeous.Of course, Gerry is old enough and wise enough to know that looks aren't everything.
A four-year-old child has been left with "catastrophic facial injuries" after being attacked by an XL bulldog.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Rolling Stone magazine celebrated the 20th anniversary of “School of Rock” with a new oral history in which many of the child actors from the Richard Linklater hit film opened up on the tough years they faced after the film’s blockbuster release. The Jack Black-led comedy was a box office hit in 2003 with $131 million worldwide, and it’s widely considered a bonafide comedy classic. Imagine going from Hollywood sensation back to high school or middle school teen.
A bar where police say £20,000-worth of cocaine was found - along with a cannabis farm in the basement - has had its licence revoked. Cops said they were acting on intelligence that drugs were openly 'sold over the bar' to punters at The Hub, Haslam Street, Bury, before they raided the building, council papers state.
Sounds like Lindsay Hubbard shouldn’t have been completely shocked by her breakup! There was already trouble in paradise…