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- This Famous Actor Pays It Forward By Helping Homeless Woman - catcountry1073.com
- Bollywood Actors & Their Favourite Foods | What Do Famous Actors Love To Eat? | The Foodie - Times Now
- Second Oscar win for Guthrie Theater alum Mahershala Ali - KMSP-TV
- Saturday Night Live: 14 Famous Actors Who Auditioned... And Didn't Get Cast - Screen Rant
- 'Chicago Med' Cast: Who Is the Most Famous Actor on the Show? - The Cheat Sheet
| This Famous Actor Pays It Forward By Helping Homeless Woman - catcountry1073.com Posted: 25 Feb 2019 04:53 AM PST Last night, we all sat on our couches and watched the glamour that is the Academy Awards. It all seems so surreal at times. Turns out, some of these people we see on the big and small screens actually have hearts of gold. Case in point: Zack Galifanakis. If you don't recognize him, he's been in films like the Hangover franchise (with an Oscar nominee from last night, Bradley Cooper), Dinner For Schmucks, Due Date, and The Campaign. Mimi was sleeping in a laundry mat for 18 years when she crossed paths with Zack. At the time, he was a struggling actor trying to make ends meet. Mimi was homeless, sleeping in a plastic chair in the laundry mat. She offered Zack help with his laundry and the rest is history. What's so amazing is how Mimi doesn't ever let herself forget where she came from. She still goes to that same laundry mat to catch up with old friends and help people along with their chores.... or their day. Source: Facebook  |
| Posted: 21 Feb 2019 08:43 AM PST [unable to retrieve full-text content]Bollywood Actors & Their Favourite Foods | What Do Famous Actors Love To Eat? | The Foodie Times Now Watch this video to know about the favourite dishes of these young Bollywood actors. You'll be surprised to know what Alia Bhatt loves to eat!  |
| Second Oscar win for Guthrie Theater alum Mahershala Ali - KMSP-TV Posted: 25 Feb 2019 06:38 PM PST  MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - For his portrayal of classical pianist Dr. Don Shirley, Hollywood sent another love letter to Mahershala Ali, but the two-time Oscar winner might have given up acting if it weren't for his time at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. "Thrilled and proud," said Jen LeGrand Reiter, a former Guthrie Theater employee. "I knew the first time and second time he was going to win." LeGrand Reiter was the program coordinator for a Guthrie experience for actors in training when Ali came to Minnesota for eight weeks in the summer of 1999. She says the program's founder Ken Washington knew Ali was questioning whether he wanted to be an actor after his second year as an grad student in fine arts at New York University. "He is kind of goofy," said LeGrand Reiter. "We were all 20-something. He was just a generous grateful human with the greatest laugh ever in the world … You would talk to him about nothing or go really deep. One of my favorite persons on the planet." LeGrand Reiter says Ali spent eight weeks performing with other now famous actors like Morena Baccerin from "Gotham" and "Deadpool" and Ricardo Chivera from "Desperate Housewives." At the end of the summer, he decided to continue acting, which eventually led to roles in "Luke Cage" and the third season of "True Detective." "It's so thrilling to watch Mahershala and his incredible talent be something he can do as a living and be recognized for it," said LeGrand Reiter. When Ali won his first Oscar for supporting actor for "Moonlight" two years ago, he gave a shout out to the Guthrie during his acceptance speech. LeGrand Reiter says Ali's success is a lasting legacy to his time in our fair state. "It's the greatest joy seeing someone you love living their dream," she said.  |
| Saturday Night Live: 14 Famous Actors Who Auditioned... And Didn't Get Cast - Screen Rant Posted: 12 Feb 2019 12:00 AM PST Saturday Night Live is one of the greatest television institutions of all-time. On air since 1975, SNL has been and often remains front and center in the pop culture conversation. Throughout the years, the show has given us so many memorable moments and characters. It has also helped introduce the world to such as Will Ferrell, Kristen Wiig, and Eddie Murphy. While there are plenty of famous faces to come out of SNL, the list of people rejected from the show is also a star-studded affair. Some of the biggest names in movies and television auditioned and were turned down from the show. Take a look at some of the most famous almost-cast members of Saturday Night Live. Continue scrolling to keep reading Click the button below to start this article in quick view  advertising 14 Marc Maron Marc Maron has turned his rejection from SNL into a fascinating self-discovery. In 1995, Maron was considered to replace Norm MacDonald as anchor of "Weekend Update." He even got a sit-down with SNL boss Lorne Michaels but failed to get hired. It is something Maron has agonized over ever since. RELATED: Don Cheadle Making SNL Hosting Debut in FebruaryYears later, Maron had Michaels on his widely successful WTF podcast to clear the air about the meeting. In short, Michaels like Maron, but the timing wasn't right. Though Maron can't be blamed for wondering what might have been, surely now he can see his career has worked out fine without SNL. 13 Lisa Kudrow The Groundlings is an LA improv comedy troupe that has produced notable SNL cast members as Phil Hartman, Will Forte, and Laraine Newman. SNL creators will often sit in on shows to find new talent. It was one such show that Lisa Kudrow hoped to be discovered. As you can imagine, having SNL people in the audience of your comedy show can be nerve-wracking and Kudrow says those nerves got to her. She might be too hard on herself though as Lorne Michael once praised her audition. After being turned down, Kudrow would land the role of Phoebe on Friends. advertising 12 T.J. Miller T.J. Miller is often surrounded by controversy so it's no surprise his SNL audition was such a bizarre one. Miller showed up to the audition with a backpack filled with cookies, games, and beer which he tried to share with the other comedians auditioning that day. RELATED: Did Deadpool 2 Alter TJ Miller's Role?When it was announced that Bobby Moynihan got the job, more stories came out. There were rumors Miller purposely bombed the audition and threw a bottle at Lorne Michaels' head, all of which Miller denies. He would go on to star in Silicon Valley and Deadpool before more controversy would bring his career to a halt. 11 Paul Reubens Paul Reubens is instantly recognizable as Pee-wee Herman, but at one point he was just a struggling actor trying to make it. SNL was looking for new cast members to replace the original "Not Ready For Primetime Players." Reubens jumped at the opportunity but was passed over in favor of Gilbert Gottfried. Reubens admits he was bitter about the rejection, but it turned out to be a life-changing event nonetheless. It convinced him to make his own show and through the disappointment, Pee Wee's Playhouse was created. advertising 10 Aubrey Plaza SNL has been around for so many years and that many of today's biggest stars grew up idolizing the show. Such is the case with Aubrey Plaza, who says it was her dream to be on the show since she was a child. RELATED: Child's Play Movie Reboot Reportedly Eying Aubrey Plaza, Brian Tyree HenryPlaza had a chance to fulfill her dream in 2008 but didn't make the cut. However, she had very little time to be disappointed as she was almost immediately cast in Judd Apatow's Funny People followed by Parks and Recreation, launching her career. 9 Louis CK Before Louis CK found massive success—and then a massive downfall—he was a struggling comedian. When SNL was scouting new talent, he auditioned at a comedy club along with fellow comedians, Dave Attell, Sarah Silverman, and Jay Mohr. In the end, everyone was hired except him. Though that must have been a painful experience, CK insists he feels lucky. When recalling the rejection, he notes that he's much happier hosting the show than being in the cast. Although it's likely to be a while before he's asked to host again. advertising 8 Mindy Kaling Sometimes, SNL will audition someone for a cast member but decide they are better suited for a writing job. This is the decision Mindy Kaling faced when she auditioned for the show in 2006. Kaling was already a writer and supporting actor on The Office at the time, but decided to try out for her dream show. RELATED: Did It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Cast Mindy Kaling for Season 13?While she was turned down as a cast member, she impressed them enough to be offered a writing job on the show. In the end, Kaling decided to stay with The Office, making her a rare person who was turned down by SNL and also turned them down. 7 Zach Galifianakis Zach Galifianakis is a very talented comedian, but it's hard to say if his comedy would be a good fit for Saturday Night Live. Galifianakis has made a career with his dry delivery of absurd jokes. When he auditioned for SNL, it was decided he wasn't quite right for the show. Like Kaling, he was offered a writer's role, but only for two episodes. Still, Galifianakis has come back to host the show on several occasions after he found stardom in the Hangover movies. They even aired some of his failed audition during the SNL: 40th Anniversary special. 6 Jordan Peele Jordan Peele is now known as the Oscar-winning mastermind behind the brilliant Get Out. But before becoming a filmmaker, Peele was a cast member of SNL's rival show Mad TV. When the opportunity to audition for the former show came up, Peele took the chance. RELATED: Jordan Peele Reveals New Us Poster - And It's Pure Nightmare FuelSNL was specifically looking for someone to play Barack Obama on the show before deciding (poorly) to let cast member Fred Armisen do it. Peele went on to Key & Peele before becoming one of the most exciting new filmmakers around. 5 Geena Davis Though she has given some genuinely funny performances in her career, Geena Davis isn't necessarily known as a comedic actress. Starting out with her career, she had appeared in a number of sitcoms and caught the attention of SNL. They were in the midst of building a new cast in 1984, so Davis auditioned for the show. Unfortunately, Davis was not a fit for the show. Instead, she had to settle for starring in such films as Beetlejuice, Thelma & Louise, and A League of Their Own, as well as winning an Oscar for The Accidental Tourist. advertising 4 Kevin Hart Kevin Hart is one of the most successful stand-up comedians of all-time, yet he couldn't land a part on SNL. While that kind of rejection must sting, Hart doesn't seem to be taking it in stride. RELATED: Kevin Hart To Star In Monopoly Movie From Ride Along DirectorHe has become a frequent host of the show and during his 2013 monologue, Hart talked about auditioning. He mentioned some of his impressions such as Robert De Niro and Denzel Washington, neither of which were entirely accurate. Hart's stardom has only increased since then so it's easy to see why there are no hard feelings. 3 John Goodman John Goodman is a stable of Saturday Night Live history. To date, he has hosted the show 13 times, only surpassed by Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin. But Goodman's first brush with the show came when he auditioned to be a cast member back in 1980. Goodman was passed over and went back to looking for work as an actor. Within a few years, he was appearing regularly in film and television. He hosted SNL for the first time in 1989 and has become one of Hollywood's most respected character actors. advertising 2 Donald Glover Donald Glover can do virtually anything, so it makes sense that he would also try to join SNL. Back when Glover was a comedy writer, he auditioned along with Jordan Peele for the coveted Obama role. RELATED: FX CEO Blames Marvel For Donald Glover's Cancelled Deadpool TV ShowAfter missing out on the job, Glover has hired on the show Community. He has also dabbled in some other things like playing Lando Calrissian, making Grammy-winning music as Childish Gambino, writing, directing and producing Atlanta, and, of course, hosting SNL. It's fair to say, the man has kept busy. 1 Jim Carey In the 1990s, Jim Carey was a comedy superstar. His films like Ace Ventura, Dumb and Dumber, and The Mask were enormous hits and his over-the-top energy made him an unforgettable onscreen performer. It seems impossible that he could be passed over for the SNL gig. NEXT: SNL: James McAvoy Hilariously Parodies The BachelorCarey was an unknown comic when he auditioned in the early '80s. Lorne Michaels admits Carey is one of the people he regrets not hiring, though he insists he was not present for the audition. Though fun to think about, it's unlikely the show would have been able to handle the off-the-wall insanity of Carey's comedy. advertising  |
| 'Chicago Med' Cast: Who Is the Most Famous Actor on the Show? - The Cheat Sheet Posted: 28 Jan 2019 12:00 AM PST The Windy City's busiest medical squad rescues lives while navigating complex interpersonal relationships on Chicago Med. Since its debut on November 17, 2015, viewers have thrilled to the social and romantic adventures of doctors Reese, Latham, Choi, Manning, and Charles. Some of the actors' names you know. Others may be less recognizable. Who is the most famous actor on Chicago Med? The answer may surprise you. A quick look at the Chicago Med castLos Angeles native Brian Tee portrays hardworking albeit impulsive former Navy flight surgeon, Dr. Ethan Choi. Prior to Chicago Med, the UC Berkeley graduate appeared in numerous guest roles on Lie to Me, Bones, Entourage, Grey's Anatomy, and Hawaii Five-O. Additionally, Tee portrayed Liu Kang on the popular series, Mortal Kombat: Legacy 2. Tee's big screen credits include big-ticket Hollywood movies Jurassic World, The Wolverine, and Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift. Collin Donnell has appeared in every episode of Chicago Med so far, and all indications say the trend is sure to continue. Hailing from the Midwest, Donnell began acting, singing, and juggling while still in high school. Upon graduation, he attended Indiana University, where he received the Outstanding Senior Project Award in 2005. The man is talented for sure, but he's not the most famous thespian at Gaffney Chicago Medical Center. Born and raised in Harlem, Yaya DaCosta brings sultry good looks and exceptional acting ability to the part of April Sexton on Chicago Med. The African-American actress made her Off-Broadway debut in The First Breeze of Summer at the Signature Theater, for which she earned rave reviews as well as the Vivian Robinson Award for Excellence in Black Theater. You may have seen DaCosta on the silver screen in The Kids are All Right and Honeydripper, but she's still not the most famous cast member on Chicago Med. Playing doctors (and nurses) on TVWill Halstead, portrayed by Cleveland native Nick Gehlfuss, is one of the most exciting -and perplexing- characters on Chicago Med. In last season's cliffhanger, 'Death Do Us Part,' Will was forced into a witness protection program the same day he was set to marry co-worker, Natalie. Played by Torrey DeVitto, Natalie Manning's character has certainly seen more than her fair share of ups and downs. Good thing her personal life is happier than that. In addition to portraying the part of a comely nurse stranded at the altar in her wedding gown, DeVitto is real-life hospice volunteer as well as an accomplished violinist who appeared on Fleetwood Mac alumnus Stevie Nicks' 2011 CD release, In Your Dreams. Talented actress Norma Kuhling played the part of Dr. Ava Bekker on several episodes of Chicago Med but may be one of the least-known actors to appear on the NBC medical series. Classically trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, Kuhling's only other feature part was in the 2001 adventure-thrill flick, Fallen. Have you figured out who's the most famous actor on Chicago Med? Chicago Med | via YouTube The remarkable S. Epatha Merkerson plays one of the lead characters on Chicago Med, and she's also one of the most renowned actors on the series. Her nine-year run as Anita Van Buren on the critically acclaimed Law & Order saw her nominated numerous times for the prestigious Screen Actors Guild Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series award. Additionally, the multifaceted actress has been featured in many big-time movies, including Lincoln, Black Snake Moan, and Jacob's Ladder. If you think the actor who plays Dr. Daniel Charles looks totally familiar, you're right. Oliver Platt, who happens to be a close relative of the late Princess Diana Spencer, has portrayed a range of quick-witted characters on shows as diverse as Miami Vice, Wiseguy, Dr. Doolittle, and The West Wing prior to his gig at Chicago Med. In fact, most viewers find Pratt to be the most recognizable -and famous- actor on the NBC series.  |
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