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Actor / Director Profiles  

Most folks love movies; some good, some not so good. If the film is good, we usually feel a transcendental kinship to the actors, and to a lesser extent, the directors. The better the actors, directors the more we are drawn to their brilliance, like a moth to a flame.

Matthew McConaughey discussed his return to acting in the upcoming “Yellowstone” spinoff and made it clear after several years away from the business, he’s looking forward to having a more structured schedule.
Matthew McConaughey discussed his return to acting in the upcoming “Yellowstone” spinoff and made it clear after several years away from the business, he’s looking forward to having a more structured schedule.
 
Actor Jake Gyllenhaal recently discussed why he’s drawn to military roles ahead of the release of his new film, “The Covenant.”
Actor Jake Gyllenhaal recently discussed why he’s drawn to military roles ahead of the release of his new film, “The Covenant.”
 
“Yellowstone” stars admitted that they’re in the dark as to the future of Kevin Costner on the hit show – and they confirmed that the actors haven’t even started filming for the rest of season 5, which is due out this summer.
“Yellowstone” stars admitted that they’re in the dark as to the future of Kevin Costner on the hit show – and they confirmed that the actors haven’t even started filming for the rest of season 5, which is due out this summer.
 
Paramount executive Keith Cox shared an update with fans about Kevin Costner’s future on the hit show “Yellowstone” following speculation that his time on the show is over due to conflicting schedules.
Paramount executive Keith Cox shared an update with fans about Kevin Costner’s future on the hit show “Yellowstone” following speculation that his time on the show is over due to conflicting schedules.
 
“Elvira, Mistress of the Dark” actress Cassandra Peterson said she told Brad Pitt her house was haunted before he purchased it, but that did nothing to deter the sale.
“Elvira, Mistress of the Dark” actress Cassandra Peterson said she told Brad Pitt her house was haunted before he purchased it, but that did nothing to deter the sale.
 
Actor Dennis Quaid warned on Friday that a big enough power grid failure would make the COVID pandemic “look like a kids’ show.”
Actor Dennis Quaid warned on Friday that a big enough power grid failure would make the COVID pandemic “look like a kids’ show.”
 
“Thor” actor Chris Hemsworth has been very busy in recent years — but he plans to take fewer roles in the future due to the results of some genetic tests he had done late last year.
“Thor” actor Chris Hemsworth has been very busy in recent years — but he plans to take fewer roles in the future due to the results of some genetic tests he had done late last year.
 
Adam Sandler, Rob Schneider, and other comedians defended the jokes Chris Rock made about Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith in his latest Netflix comedy special.
Adam Sandler, Rob Schneider, and other comedians defended the jokes Chris Rock made about Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith in his latest Netflix comedy special.
 
Actor Sam Neill, best known for his roles in the “Jurassic Park” movie franchise, revealed this week that he has been receiving treatment after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of blood cancer.
Actor Sam Neill, best known for his roles in the “Jurassic Park” movie franchise, revealed this week that he has been receiving treatment after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of blood cancer.
 
Actor Lance Reddick, who is best known for his work on HBO’s “The Wire” and the movie franchise “John Wick,” has died. He was 60 years old.
Actor Lance Reddick, who is best known for his work on HBO’s “The Wire” and the movie franchise “John Wick,” has died. He was 60 years old.
 
Ben Affleck said he was “miserable” during the filming of “Justice League,” remarking it almost made him quit Hollywood altogether.
Ben Affleck said he was “miserable” during the filming of “Justice League,” remarking it almost made him quit Hollywood altogether.
 
Actress Tilda Swinton said she’s fed up with COVID protocols on set and won’t abide by them anymore.
Actress Tilda Swinton said she’s fed up with COVID protocols on set and won’t abide by them anymore.
 
Actor Brendan Fraser just won his first Academy Award (Best Actor in a Leading Role, “The Whale”) — but according to visual effects artist Dave Rand, the “Encino Man” star was a “righteous dude” long before he picked up that little gold statuette.
Actor Brendan Fraser just won his first Academy Award (Best Actor in a Leading Role, “The Whale”) — but according to visual effects artist Dave Rand, the “Encino Man” star was a “righteous dude” long before he picked up that little gold statuette.
 
The Academy Awards has continued efforts to address its history of white overrepresentation, tabbing black comedian Jimmy Kimmel to host the 95th edition of the Oscars.
The Academy Awards has continued efforts to address its history of white overrepresentation, tabbing black comedian Jimmy Kimmel to host the 95th edition of the Oscars.
 
Goldie Hawn said she misses the time when Hollywood was all about elegance and glamour and insists shows like the Oscars have become too “politicized.”
Goldie Hawn said she misses the time when Hollywood was all about elegance and glamour and insists shows like the Oscars have become too “politicized.”
 
Joshua Bassett, star of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” firmly declared his Christian faith while giving a speech at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Saturday.
Joshua Bassett, star of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” firmly declared his Christian faith while giving a speech at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Saturday.
 
Actor Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, posted a plea online over the weekend asking reporters to leave her husband alone following his recent frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.
Actor Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming Willis, posted a plea online over the weekend asking reporters to leave her husband alone following his recent frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.
 
Actor Isaiah Washington announced his early retirement from acting on Friday, declaring that the role he played in the 2022 film “Corsicana” would stand as his last hurrah in the entertainment industry.
Actor Isaiah Washington announced his early retirement from acting on Friday, declaring that the role he played in the 2022 film “Corsicana” would stand as his last hurrah in the entertainment industry.
 
Disgraced former actor Jussie Smollett is the focus on an upcoming docuseries, titled “Jussie Smollett: Anatomy of a Hoax,” which will drop this month on the Fox Nation channel.
Disgraced former actor Jussie Smollett is the focus on an upcoming docuseries, titled “Jussie Smollett: Anatomy of a Hoax,” which will drop this month on the Fox Nation channel.
 
Actor Tom Sizemore, known for his roles in “Saving Private Ryan” and “Black Hawk Down,” has died. He was 61 years old.
Actor Tom Sizemore, known for his roles in “Saving Private Ryan” and “Black Hawk Down,” has died. He was 61 years old.
 
“The Chosen” star Jonathan Roumie had a hilarious reaction to the news that his new faith-based movie “Jesus Revolution” landed in the top 3 spot at the box office over the weekend.
“The Chosen” star Jonathan Roumie had a hilarious reaction to the news that his new faith-based movie “Jesus Revolution” landed in the top 3 spot at the box office over the weekend.
 
Actor Bryan Cranston, who shot to international fame playing Walter White in “Breaking Bad,” reiterated his belief that the “Make America Great Again” slogan has racist implications.
Actor Bryan Cranston, who shot to international fame playing Walter White in “Breaking Bad,” reiterated his belief that the “Make America Great Again” slogan has racist implications.
 
Ben Stiller hit back at the woke cancel culture mob and said he makes “no apologies” for his 2008 comedy “Tropic Thunder” and disputed a tweet alleging he had previously apologized for the film.
Ben Stiller hit back at the woke cancel culture mob and said he makes “no apologies” for his 2008 comedy “Tropic Thunder” and disputed a tweet alleging he had previously apologized for the film.
 
Actor Mark Wahlberg said “faith” is “not popular” in Hollywood but insisted he refused to deny his, because he feels that’s an “even bigger sin.”
Actor Mark Wahlberg said “faith” is “not popular” in Hollywood but insisted he refused to deny his, because he feels that’s an “even bigger sin.”
 
The situation between star “Yellowstone” actor Kevin Costner and the show’s co-creator and showrunner Taylor Sheridan has reportedly grown so toxic that the relationship may no longer be repairable.
The situation between star “Yellowstone” actor Kevin Costner and the show’s co-creator and showrunner Taylor Sheridan has reportedly grown so toxic that the relationship may no longer be repairable.
 
Alec Baldwin scored a substantial legal victory Monday when the Santa Fe County, New Mexico, district attorney dropped the gun enhancement charge against the actor in the case over the shooting death of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Alec Baldwin scored a substantial legal victory Monday when the Santa Fe County, New Mexico, district attorney dropped the gun enhancement charge against the actor in the case over the shooting death of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
 
Wes Bentley, who plays Jamie Dutton on “Yellowstone,” said in an interview this week that it was certainly a “possibility” that Kevin Costner, who stars in the show as John Dutton, could be killed off in the show’s current season.
Wes Bentley, who plays Jamie Dutton on “Yellowstone,” said in an interview this week that it was certainly a “possibility” that Kevin Costner, who stars in the show as John Dutton, could be killed off in the show’s current season.
 
Beloved actor Bruce Willis, 67, has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, according to a statement released Thursday by his family.
Beloved actor Bruce Willis, 67, has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, according to a statement released Thursday by his family.
 
Keanu Reeves took issue with “deepfakes,” artificial intelligence technology that can be used to manipulate video footage, during an interview published Tuesday.
Keanu Reeves took issue with “deepfakes,” artificial intelligence technology that can be used to manipulate video footage, during an interview published Tuesday.
 
John Travolta honored Olivia Newton-John, his co-star in the 1978 hit movie “Grease,” in a commercial from T-Mobile that will air during Super Bowl LVII.
John Travolta honored Olivia Newton-John, his co-star in the 1978 hit movie “Grease,” in a commercial from T-Mobile that will air during Super Bowl LVII.
 
Actor Idris Elba said that he’s no longer interested in being defined by the color of his skin during an interview published Wednesday.
Actor Idris Elba said that he’s no longer interested in being defined by the color of his skin during an interview published Wednesday.
 
Raquel Welch, an actress who was considered one of the most attractive women to ever star in the film industry, passed away Wednesday. She was 82 years old.
Raquel Welch, an actress who was considered one of the most attractive women to ever star in the film industry, passed away Wednesday. She was 82 years old.
 
Actor Jeremy Renner gave fans a brief update last week indicating he was on the mend and is still anticipating the launch of his Disney+ reality show, “Rennervations.”
Actor Jeremy Renner gave fans a brief update last week indicating he was on the mend and is still anticipating the launch of his Disney+ reality show, “Rennervations.”
 
The hit drama “Yellowstone” is reportedly set to end in its current form with star actor Kevin Costner while the show’s creators are eyeing extending the franchise with actor Matthew McConaughey.
The hit drama “Yellowstone” is reportedly set to end in its current form with star actor Kevin Costner while the show’s creators are eyeing extending the franchise with actor Matthew McConaughey.
 
Dave Chappelle Wins Grammy Award For Netflix Special That Enraged Trans People
 
Sylvester Stallone and his family are getting a reality show months after he and his wife, Jennifer Flavin, reconciled their marriage, according to a Thursday report from The Hollywood Reporter.
Sylvester Stallone and his family are getting a reality show months after he and his wife, Jennifer Flavin, reconciled their marriage, according to a Thursday report from The Hollywood Reporter.
 
Chris Pratt dropped huge news on Thursday about the status of his hit show “The Terminal List” when he posted a clip on Instagram of his character sailing away to a new destination.
Chris Pratt dropped huge news on Thursday about the status of his hit show “The Terminal List” when he posted a clip on Instagram of his character sailing away to a new destination.
 
The season 3 finale of “The Chosen” — a series about Jesus and those close to him — has scored an extended theatrical release following overwhelming response from fans over tickets.
The season 3 finale of “The Chosen” — a series about Jesus and those close to him — has scored an extended theatrical release following overwhelming response from fans over tickets.
 
Actor Jeremy Renner’s life-threatening injuries suffered on New Year’s Day from his 14,000-pound snowplow came as a result of a heroic effort to save his nephew.
Actor Jeremy Renner’s life-threatening injuries suffered on New Year’s Day from his 14,000-pound snowplow came as a result of a heroic effort to save his nephew.
 
“Will and Grace” star Leslie Jordan’s cause of death has finally been revealed three months after news broke that the actor was found without a pulse inside his crashed car. He was 67.
“Will and Grace” star Leslie Jordan’s cause of death has finally been revealed three months after news broke that the actor was found without a pulse inside his crashed car. He was 67.
 
Kevin Costner thanked the fans after his hit Paramount Network show “Yellowstone” finally scored its first major award at the 80th Golden Globes Tuesday as he explained missing the ceremony due to flooding in southern California.
Kevin Costner thanked the fans after his hit Paramount Network show “Yellowstone” finally scored its first major award at the 80th Golden Globes Tuesday as he explained missing the ceremony due to flooding in southern California.
 
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