Frank Grillo Gets Candid About the Difference Between Working with Marvel vs. DC — and Which He Prefers More (Exclusive)New Foto - Frank Grillo Gets Candid About the Difference Between Working with Marvel vs. DC — and Which He Prefers More (Exclusive)

Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Frank Grillo, who stars as Brock Rumlow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Rick Flag Sr. in the DC Universe, told PEOPLE which franchise matched his preferred work style Grillo, 60, also discussed the differences between the two franchise, saying with DC, "the scripts are in front of you," while with Marvel things are done a little more on the "fly" The actor also discussed going toe-to-toe with John Cena's Peacemaker and Chris Evans' Captain America Frank Grillois explaining how collaborating with DC feels worlds apart from his time working with Marvel. The 60-year-old actor, who stars as Rick Flag Sr. in the DC Universe (DCU) and Brock Rumlow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) recently told PEOPLE in an exclusive conversation that there are several key differences between the two studios both on-screen and behind the scenes. "It's different. It's not organized in the same way. [DC] is really like all the scripts are in front of you and you kind of have a real secure handle on what's happening," Grillo says at thePeacemakerSeason 2 premiere. "And there's nothing wrong with it, but [Marvel] was a little fly by the seat of your pants," he adds, referring to Marvel, at the Aug. 13 event. Zade Rosenthal/Disney/Marvel He noted that Marvel was "done very well," but it can be daunting for some actors who don't know what is in store for their characters in the script. "For me, it's a little scary to do it that way," Grillo admits. However, there are some similarities between the two characters he plays as both Brock Rumlow and Rick Flag Sr. are soldiers who are fighting for what they believe in. DC Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In the MCU'sCaptain America: The Winter Soldierfrom 2014,Grillo has an intense fight scene withChris Evans' Captain America. He also goes toe-to-toe withJohn Cena's Peacemaker in the second season of the DCU show. When it comes to which was the better fight, Grillo knows his answer. "I had no problem beating the crap out of either one of them," he said, jokingly, despite his character losing the fight to Captain America. "I mean … I don't know. They were both easy pickings." Grillo is not the only one who stars in movies for both universes, as Michael Rooker and Sean Gunn, who starred inGuardians of the Galaxyas Yondu and Kraglin, also are in the DCU, following in the footsteps of the film's directorJames Gunn. James, 59, also recently weighed in on Marvel vs. DC, saying that the key distinction between the two lies in how their universes are built. In a recent chat withInterview Magazine, the filmmaker explained that while Marvel often ties its heroes together under one overarching narrative, his approach at DC is about exploring different heroes and worlds told through standalone stories. Charley Gallay/Getty "People say, 'Oh, the DCU is doing what MCU is.' But I think it really is a lot more to me what theGame of Thronesworld is like or whatStar Warsis like, because we're building a universe and then picking out little pieces of it and telling individual stories from that universe," James said. "There is not a New York City in our DCU. There is not a Los Angeles in our DCU," he continued, describing the differences. "There is Metropolis, Evergreen and Coast City. It's a different map. It's a world in which some form of superheroes, which we call Metahumans, have existed for at least 300 years and they've been a part of our life." Peacemaker's season 2 is streaming on HBO Max. Read the original article onPeople

Frank Grillo Gets Candid About the Difference Between Working with Marvel vs. DC — and Which He Prefers More (Exclusive)

Frank Grillo Gets Candid About the Difference Between Working with Marvel vs. DC — and Which He Prefers More (Exclusive) Dimitrios Kambouris...
Kim Novak Is 'Concerned' Upcoming Biopic, Starring Sydney Sweeney, Will Focus Only on 'Sexual' Aspect of Sammy Davis Jr. RomanceNew Foto - Kim Novak Is 'Concerned' Upcoming Biopic, Starring Sydney Sweeney, Will Focus Only on 'Sexual' Aspect of Sammy Davis Jr. Romance

Taylor Hill/FilmMagic; Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty; Christian Rose/Roger Viollet via Getty Kim Novak is "concerned" that an upcoming biopic about her romance with Sammy Davis Jr. will only focus on the "sexual" aspect of their relationship Scandalous!, currently in pre-production, is set to star Sydney Sweeney and David Jonsson "I don't think the relationship was scandalous," Novak said Kim Novakhas some qualms about an upcoming biopic based on her life. Scandalous!,starringSydney SweeneyandDavid Jonsson, is currently in preproduction and will follow the real-life story of the 1950s romance between the actress, 92, andSammy Davis Jr. "I don't think the relationship was scandalous," Novak toldThe Guardianfor a new interview published on Saturday, Aug. 30. "He's somebody I really cared about," she continued of the late musician, who died at age 64 in 1990. "We had so much in common, including that need to be accepted for who we are and what we do, rather than how we look. But I'm concerned they're going to make it all sexual reasons." Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Don Smith/Radio Times via Getty Novak's longtime manager, Sue Cameron, previously stressed the importance of getting their story right whenspeaking to PEOPLE exclusivelyin November 2024. "Kim and I have been aware of at least four unauthorized and unapproved projects in development about the Kim Novak and Sammy Davis affair," she said at the time. "She never wanted to get married back then — to anyone. It was a romance based on love, respect, the things they shared in common," Cameron added. She continued, "Kim and Sammy met at a party and recognized they were both rebels and outsiders. They both had strong ties to their families and spent time with close relatives in both Hollywood and Chicago. In truth, she hoped their relationship could help break down people's racial bias." The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! Novak and Davis' relationship ended due to external pressure — including from the head of Columbia Pictures, Harry Cohn, who threatened Davis with a mob hit when news of the romance broke in 1957. Taylor Hill/FilmMagic Scandalous!,from Miramax, will be directed byColman Domingo, marking the actor's directorial debut. "Hopefully we'll make a beautiful, sweet film that's really about the possibility of love, but under many eyes," he toldDeadlineof the project in November 2024. "Trying to have privacy, trying to have love, trying to have a life. And I think it's something that Sydney and I both know very well. We're trying to advocate for your humanity again in your life," Domingo added, referring to Sweeney, 27. Scandalous!does not yet have a release date. Read the original article onPeople

Kim Novak Is 'Concerned' Upcoming Biopic, Starring Sydney Sweeney, Will Focus Only on 'Sexual' Aspect of Sammy Davis Jr. Romance

Kim Novak Is 'Concerned' Upcoming Biopic, Starring Sydney Sweeney, Will Focus Only on 'Sexual' Aspect of Sammy Davis Jr. Rom...
Cowboys legend Michael Irvin blasts Jerry Jones over Micah Parsons tradeNew Foto - Cowboys legend Michael Irvin blasts Jerry Jones over Micah Parsons trade

Dallas Cowboyslegend Michael Irvin appeared to be extremely unhappy with Jerry Jones over the decision to trade pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers this week. The deal was announced on Thursday with Dallas receiving two first-round picks and defensive linemanKenny Clarkin the trade. The move ended weeks of drama between Jones and Parsons over contract extension negotiations that never bore fruit. Parsons agreed to a long-term deal with the Packers as soon as the trade was completed. Click Here For More Sports Coverage On Foxnews.com Irvin said he was "in a state of shock" over the deal that sent Parsons to the Packers. "In order for us to be right here, something had to go down that hurt Jerry personally to make this crazy, dumb move. … This is a gamble 'The Gambler' should not have taken in my personal opinion," he said on hisYouTube page. Parsons requested a trade on Aug. 1 when negotiations initially fell through. Jones said a trade wouldn't occur and urged Cowboys fans not to lose sleep over the possibility. Parsons wanted his agent to be a part of the discussions but the sides never made any meaningful progress. Read On The Fox News App Cowboys Announce Death Of Super Bowl Champion, 'Doomsday Defense' Anchor Lee Roy Jordan The star linebacker then made a spectacle of his final preseason outing with the team. He was lying on the training table behind the bench as the game was going on. "This trade was not just thought about today," Jones said Thursday. "This trade has been going on in our mind and our strategies and being talked about, it's been going on all spring. It culminated today, and it came quick. But that's the way things go. It does happen fast when it happens." Parsons welcomed the fresh start inGreen Bayon Friday. "I would say these last four months have probably been the hardest four months of my life," Parsons said. Parsons, when healthy, is arguably the best pass rusher in the NFL. He racked up 52.5 sacks in 63 games with the Cowboys. He was the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2021. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital'ssports coverage on Xand subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Original article source:Cowboys legend Michael Irvin blasts Jerry Jones over Micah Parsons trade

Cowboys legend Michael Irvin blasts Jerry Jones over Micah Parsons trade

Cowboys legend Michael Irvin blasts Jerry Jones over Micah Parsons trade Dallas Cowboyslegend Michael Irvin appeared to be extremely unhappy...
Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer after loss to Florida State: 'We've got to do a better job'New Foto - Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer after loss to Florida State: 'We've got to do a better job'

"We've got to do a better job,"Alabamacoach Kalen DeBoer said at the beginning ofhis news conferencefollowingthe Crimson Tide's 31-17 losstoFlorida Stateon Saturday. "We've got to do a better job." However, Alabama fans might feel strongly that DeBoer needs to change his focus from the plural to the singular in that sentence.Heneeds to do a better job when the No. 8 team in the country loses to an unranked opponent — though still formidable, despite coming off a 2-10 season. [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] The main point DeBoer tried to emphasize is that Alabama needs to assert itself early and show that it's the better team. "I choose to believe we've got a good football team, but we can't play on our heels," he added,via AL.com. "We're not going to be what we think we can be, what we want to be if that's the case and so that falls on everyone." The Tide took an early 7-0 lead over the Seminoles, scoring on their first possession. However, Florida State answered on its first series, tying the game at 7-7 before scoring the next 17 points to take a 24-7 lead in the third quarter. Of particular concern was Florida State's ability to run the ball and push Alabama around at the line of scrimmage. The Seminoles totaled 236 yards rushing, averaging 5.1 yards per carry. Quarterback Thomas Castellanos rushed for 78 yards on 16 carries, while Micahi Danzy was especially explosive with 56 yards on three attempts. Heart and physicality on display@G27football#NoleFamily|#KeepCLIMBingpic.twitter.com/aWCNRKbOum — FSU Football (@FSUFootball)August 31, 2025 To stand up to a rushing attack, DeBoer emphasized winning individual matchups and working within the defensive scheme to move ballcarriers toward help. "Guys get one on one, in space and you've got to find a way to get them on the ground," he said. "You've got to use your leverage, you've got to find ways to trust your buddies around you that they're in pursuit." The coach also expressed some frustration at the offense not being able to finish drives with points despite moving into Florida State territory seven times. He seemed to imply that the team was satisfied after scoring on its first possession and didn't maintain aggressiveness and execution on subsequent series. "There's got to be some competitive stamina," DeBoer said. "It was a long drive, the first one and it was hard work. You had to execute, you had to make some big plays and you did it. Now you've got to go back out there and you've got to do it again and you've got to stack play after play after play." The offense wasn't helped by star receiverRyan Williams sustaining a concussionon a helmet-to-helmet hit from Florida State's Earl Little Jr. in the fourth quarter. The play was initially flagged for targeting, but that was overturned. Alabama has two more non-conference games versus Louisiana-Monroe and Wisconsin before beginning SEC play against No. 5 Georgia,viewed as a favoriteto win the conference. If the team doesn't show improvement on both sides of the ball, fans won't stand for DeBoer faulting the players' execution much longer. Eventually, the shortcomings will fall squarely on the head coach who already has five losses in his first 14 games.

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer after loss to Florida State: 'We've got to do a better job'

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer after loss to Florida State: 'We've got to do a better job' "We've got to do a better job,...
Mark Hamill and Wife of 47 Years Marilou Reveal Their Two Big Marriage Rules: 'Odds Are Against You' (Exclusive)New Foto - Mark Hamill and Wife of 47 Years Marilou Reveal Their Two Big Marriage Rules: 'Odds Are Against You' (Exclusive)

Gabe Ginsberg/WireImage Mark and Marilou Hamill shared some of their best marriage advice with PEOPLE after nearly 50 years of marriage The couple, who share three children, tied the knot in 1978 at their home in Malibu, Calif. The two spoke with PEOPLE about their beloved community of Big Rock during a recent conversation about the new documentaryBig Rock Burning, which chronicles the impact of this year's L.A. wildfires on the Malibu neighborhood Nearly 50 years after tying the knot,MarkandMarilou Hamillknow a thing or several about what makes a marriage work. After meeting in the mid '70s at a dental office where Marilou worked as a dental hygienist, the couple wed in December 1978 at their home in Malibu, Calif. Now, almost five decades andthree kids later, Marilou tells PEOPLE that from her experience, when it comes to marriage, "Don't sweat the little stuff." "And also, go in knowing you're not going to change anyone. So you have to accept their quirks and their behavior," Marilou adds before Mark humorously interrupts: "What quirks?" Ethan Miller/FilmMagic Mark agrees, saying it's both about "acceptance" as well as "communication." "I just think that when you find the right one, the odds are against you," theStar Warsactor adds. "But if you do get lucky, you just have to hang on and be grateful that you were able to find that one." The Hamills shared their marriage advice during a recent conversation with PEOPLE about the new documentaryBig Rock Burning, which the couple executive produced. The two reflected on their community of 47 years — the Big Rock neighborhood in Malibu — and the home they had to leave amid the L.A. wildfires earlier this year. "We got married there, We raised our kids there. It's a very, very special property," Marilou says. The film, which had an exclusive preview screening hosted by the Malibu Film Society and the City of Malibu on Aug. 29 at Malibu City Hall, tells the stories of those in Big Rock who were "left to face the fires alone," per the opening credits of the film, and includes devastating footage of the rubble left where homes once stood. The documentary's focus is largely how Big Rock's residents feel their local government was negligent in their preparation for the natural disaster. And, once the fires made it to their neighborhood, they say there was no emergency response as the area was considered too dangerous. While their home is still standing, the Hamills have yet to return as "it's toxic with chemicals," Mark explains. "I'm so thankful and grateful that our house survived," Marilou says. "But I just didn't realize the ramifications of it." Big Rock Burning,which has a producing team that includes Julie Parker Benello, James Costa and executive producerRicki Lake, will have an Oscar-qualifying theatrical run from Sept. 12-18 at the Laemmle in Santa Monica. Read the original article onPeople

Mark Hamill and Wife of 47 Years Marilou Reveal Their Two Big Marriage Rules: 'Odds Are Against You' (Exclusive)

Mark Hamill and Wife of 47 Years Marilou Reveal Their Two Big Marriage Rules: 'Odds Are Against You' (Exclusive) Gabe Ginsberg/WireI...
Snoop Dogg addresses backlash after slamming 'Lightyear' same-sex coupleNew Foto - Snoop Dogg addresses backlash after slamming 'Lightyear' same-sex couple

Snoop Doggis addressing the backlashover his controversial commentsabout LGBTQ+ characters in kids' films. The rapper, 53, recently came under fire over remarks he made onthe "It's Giving" podcast, where he said he was unhappy after taking his grandson to see the Pixar movie "Lightyear" because it featured a same-sex couple having a baby together. "These are kids," he said on the Aug. 20 episode. "We have to show that at this age? They're going to ask questions! I don't have the answer." After sparking outcry and accusations of homophobia, Snoop Dogg responded to critics by commenting on aHollywood Unlocked Instagram postabout the story. He wrote that he was "just caught off guard and had no answer for my" grandson, also claiming, "All my gay friends (know) what's up they been calling me with love." He continued, "My bad for not knowing the answers for a 6 yr old 😳 teach me how to learn I'm not perfect." In the original podcast, Snoop Dogg said his grandson asked him how a woman can have a baby with another woman while they were watching "Lightyear," and he was unsure how to answer. The "Toy Story" spinoff, released in 2022, featured an early scene where Buzz Lightyear's commanding officer Alisha is revealed to have welcomed a child with her wife. The movie ignited conservative backlash at the time of its release due to a brief kiss between Alisha and her partner. Snoop Doggfaces backlash for take on LGBTQ+ representation in kids' films On the podcast, Snoop Dogg slammed the film for "throwing me in the middle of" a situation where he didn't "have an answer" for his grandson, and he said he is "scared to go to the movies now" because of the experience. The comments drew anger and mockery on social media, with oneX post slammingSnoop Dogg as the "biggest sellout in hip-hop" in reaction to the statements. "Wait, no, this is actual homophobia,"another X user said, drawing over 350,000 likes. Earlier this year, Snoop Doggalso faced social media ireafter he performed at an event celebrating the inauguration ofPresident Donald Trump. Lauren Gunderson, a writer who worked on early versions of "Lightyear,"took to Threadsto defend the storyline after Snoop Dogg's comments. Gunderson said that when a "key character needed a partner" in the film, it "was so natural to write 'she' instead of 'he.'" Snoop Doggaddresses 'all the hate' after Trump inauguration performance backlash "As small as that detail is in the film, I knew the representational effect it could have," she said. "Small line, big deal. I was elated that they kept it. I'm proud of it. To infinity. Love is love." In response to a Threads user who criticized Snoop Dogg,Gunderson also replied simply,"He sucks." This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Snoop Dogg addresses backlash to 'Lightyear' LGBTQ comments

Snoop Dogg addresses backlash after slamming 'Lightyear' same-sex couple

Snoop Dogg addresses backlash after slamming 'Lightyear' same-sex couple Snoop Doggis addressing the backlashover his controversial ...
WR Jonah Winston following in brother's footsteps, commits to Florida StateNew Foto - WR Jonah Winston following in brother's footsteps, commits to Florida State

There's another Winston on the way to Tallahassee. Three-star wide receiver Jonah Winston, brother of Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Jameis Winston,has committed to play football for Florida Statenext fall. Winston announced his decision moments afterFSU upset No. 8 Alabamaon Saturday, Aug. 30. The 5-foot-9 Winston is a senior at Hoover (Alabama) High School. In his first game of the season, Winston caught seven passes for 79 yards and a touchdown against IMG Academy. He choseFlorida Stateover Arkansas and Maryland, among other schools. He is the 23rd commitment in theSeminoles' 2026 class, and the sixth receiver to announce his intention to play for FSU. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Florida State lands Jonah Winston, Heisman winner Jameis' brother

WR Jonah Winston following in brother's footsteps, commits to Florida State

WR Jonah Winston following in brother's footsteps, commits to Florida State There's another Winston on the way to Tallahassee. Thre...
Oscar Piastri wins Dutch Grand Prix as Lando Norris DNFNew Foto - Oscar Piastri wins Dutch Grand Prix as Lando Norris DNF

Oscar Piastri won the Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday in a race that could impact the finishes of the season-ending Formula One championships. Piastri's McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, was forced out of the race because of mechanical difficulty with seven laps to go. At the time, they were running 1-2 but smoke from Norris' car engine, apparently due to an oil leak, forced him to pull off the course. Norris' troubles brought out the safety car for the third time; the first two came after Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc were involved in separate crashes that did not allow them to finish the race at Circuit Zandvoort in the coastal town of Zandvoort, the Netherlands. Piastri, the pole sitter, led all 72 laps despite the constant pressure applied by Norris. And Piastri wasn't overjoyed by seeing his teammate exit the race, which was a turnaround from 2024, when Norris won and Piastri finished fourth, 22 seconds back. "I controlled the race when I needed to and obviously incredibly unfortunate for Lando at the end, but I felt like I was in control of that one and just used the pace when I needed to," he said. "It was a bit of a different race to 12 months ago so very happy with all the work we've done to try and improve around here. Very satisfied to come out on top." With the win, Piastri earned 25 points, which Norris banked zero since he didn't finish. Piastri now has a 34-point lead over Norris in the drivers' championship with nine races left in the season. "I was a bit disappointed, but there's nothing I could really do about it in the end," Norris said after the race. "Frustrating, but it's out of my control, so nothing I could do." McLaren is running away with the team constructors' championship, with the real battle for second place. Despite disappointing individual seasons, the Ferrari team of Hamilton and Leclerc opened the day in second place, ahead of Mercedes. And the contest for second place got closer with Hamilton crashing into the wall as light rain started to fall on Lap 23. His car suffered significant damage to the front end. "It's not a normal sort of thing for me to have, [to] crash out of a race. I can't really say too much more about it," said Hamilton, a seven-time individual champion. Leclerc found trouble at Lap 53 when Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes nipped Leclerc's left rear tire, forcing him out of the race. Antonelli was able to continue. The Ferrari team entered the weekend with a 24-point lead over Mercedes in the team standings. With neither car finishing, the gap dwindled to 12 points. Norris' winning time was 1:38:29.849, with Red Bull's Max Verstappen in second and rookie Isack Hadjar of Racing Bulls making his first F1 podium. George Russell of Mercedes was fourth. Hadjar, a 20-year-old from France, was the beneficiary of Norris' engine trouble as he was able to move up from fourth place. "It feels a bit unreal," Hadjar said "What was most surprising for me was keeping that fourth place for the whole race. "Unfortunately for Lando, we took advantage of his [retirement], but we made no mistakes. The car was on rails the whole weekend, and I'm really happy about myself because I really maximized what I had, made no mistakes and brought home the podium, so I'm so happy for my guys." --Field Level Media

Oscar Piastri wins Dutch Grand Prix as Lando Norris DNF

Oscar Piastri wins Dutch Grand Prix as Lando Norris DNF Oscar Piastri won the Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday in a race that could impact the fin...
Devon Walker Clears Up Confusion Over 'Saturday Night Live' Exit: 'Time to Go Our Separate Ways'New Foto - Devon Walker Clears Up Confusion Over 'Saturday Night Live' Exit: 'Time to Go Our Separate Ways'

Devon Walkerset the record straight about his exit fromSaturday Night Liveahead of season 51. "To be frank, I guess the best way I put it is like me and the show kind of looked at each other and we decided together that it was time to go our separate ways," Walker, 34, toldRolling Stonein an interview published on Saturday, August 30. "I think I felt ready to leave the show, and I think the show felt ready to leave me. I was just ready to do something else. We both felt like it was time. This was such a big time commitment, and life commitment. There's been a lot of life stuff that I feel like I've had to miss out on. And I felt ready to do a different version of my life. I think that me and the show are both ready to turn the page." Walker surprisedSNLfans when he announced on Monday, August 25, that he wasleaving the NBC sketch showafter three seasons. His announcement was the first in a string of exits that would also seeMichael Longfellow,Emil WakimandHeidi GardneralldepartingSaturday Night Live. In his announcement, Walker seemed to suggest he'd had a complicated experience working onSaturday Night Live, admitting that "sometimes it was really cool [and] sometimes it was toxic as hell." 'Saturday Night Live' Season 51: Premiere Date, Cast Exits and Everything You Need to Know "We made the most of what it was, even amidst all the dysfunction," he wrote. "We made a f***ed up lil family." Speaking toRolling Stone, Walker noticeably downplayed any insinuation that there was bad blood between himself andSNL. "I got to work at the show in my first two seasons with two of my best friends in the world — [writers]Gary RichardsonandAlex English," he pointed. "To me, that really felt like family. And you spend so much time together, we're seeing each other way more than we're seeing our families. Being able to be in that environment, in the foxhole with two people who are so close to me — I feel really grateful for that." The actor went on, "And even people who I didn't know before, likeJames Austin Johnson. I never met him a day in my life before I got started atSNL, and that man really looked out for me in ways that he really didn't have to. There are people there who, even if you didn't know each other before, you forge a bond with." Walker mentioned that he loved the "fraternity" environment ofSNLthat allowed him to interact with legendary cast members at February's 50th anniversary special. "I might see, like,Adam Sandler, you know, and he's talking about how there's a shorthand," the comic said. "Even though he went through the show 30 years before I ever got there, we know what it is. There's just an understanding that anybody who's ever worked there will always share." As for the future, Walker insisted that he was "genuinely very excited" about whatever comes next in his career. 9 Moments From Saturday Night Live's Milestone 50th Season "I think when somebody leavesSNL, people's impulse is to be like, 'Oh, I'm really sorry," he acknowledged. "But to me, getting onSNLwas such a blessing. I was never even training to do that thing. That's just like a God thing, a fortunate happenstance that I ended up getting to be on that show. I'm proud of a lot of the work that I did on there, but wait till people get to see the stuff that I really want to do." Fans — and even formerSNLcast members — have been buzzing about what other changes could take place behind the scenes before season 51 kicks off. FormerSNLstarPunkie Johnson— who exited the show after four years in 2024 — perfectlycaptured the whiplash effectmany fans have been feeling. Reacting to an Instagram post announcing Longfellow's departure, Johnson, 40, wrote: "WTF is happening… This is likeThe Departed… My sexy handsome work husband… I love you so much…I'll call you… Welcome back outside baby…. I'll see you out here soon." Saturday Night Livereturns this fall on NBC.

Devon Walker Clears Up Confusion Over ‘Saturday Night Live’ Exit: ‘Time to Go Our Separate Ways’

Devon Walker Clears Up Confusion Over 'Saturday Night Live' Exit: 'Time to Go Our Separate Ways' Devon Walkerset the record ...
Olivia Newton-John pushed back against provocative song with 'spicy' lyrics: bookNew Foto - Olivia Newton-John pushed back against provocative song with 'spicy' lyrics: book

Olivia Newton-John was worried about letting people hear her body talk. The singer, who won countless hearts as Sandy in "Grease" and charmed many more as music's wholesome girl next door, was hesitant to be bad. But with a little encouragement from one of her closest confidantes, she channeled the animal in her with the song "Physical." John Mason, who represented the late singer for 50 years, has written a new memoir,"Crazy Lucky."It explores what it takes to defend the famous during career-defining moments. He still represents Newton-John's estate and her daughter, Chloe Lattanzi. Mason previously worked with Roy Orbison, Reba McEntire, Shakira and Quincy Jones, among others. Beach Boys Founder Brian Wilson Regretted Being Blocked From Band's Hit Song: Book Mason wrote in his book that when Newton-John first read the lyrics, she exclaimed, "John, I simply cannot do it. I can't sing the lyrics… Please!" But for Mason, the song was "edgy" – and exactly what the star needed to reinvent herself. Read On The Fox News App "Olivia Newton-John always had what she called a 'goody-two-shoes' persona," Mason told Fox News Digital. "She always had a young, girlish energy.When she did 'Grease,'the surprise to me was that she came out and did 'You're the One That I Want' in that black tight outfit. Randal Kleiser, the director, certainly helped Olivia to get out of the image of Sandy… And then she became the 'Bad Sandy.' But in her mind… She was still the same girl who had recorded 'I Honestly Love You.'" According to Mason's book, "Physical" was first presented to Tina Turner. She turned it down because the lyrics were "a bit too sexy." It was Turner who suggested giving the song to Newton-John because "who would expect Olivia Newton-John to sing those words?" But Newton-John wasn't having it. WATCH: OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN FEARED LOSING 'GOODY-TWO-SHOES' IMAGE WITH 'PHYSICAL' "John, the lyrics have me singing 'There's nothin' left to talk about unless it's horizontally!'" Mason recalled the star telling him. "'I'm worried the fans won't embrace it." "No, I can't do that. That is just contrary to my image," she told him. But Mason heard a different tune. "She asked me what I thought, and I said, 'It's worth it,'" Mason told Fox News Digital. "'Your manager thinks that it will enhance your image. Go for it.' And she did." Newton-John was said to be so worried about recording "Physical" that her manager, Roger Davies, assured her that if anything happened, "You can blame me." Newton-John slipped into her leotards and leg warmers for the bouncy single. It was a smash hit. Click Here To Sign Up For The Entertainment Newsletter "'Physical' became the biggest number one, not only that Olivia ever had, but that anybody ever had at that time," said Mason. "Physical" debuted on Sept. 28, 1981, two months after MTV was launched. It was the most iconic solo hit of Newton-John's decades-long career and one of the most defining smashes of the 1980s,Billboard.comreported. It also allowed Newton-John to embrace a sexier image on her terms. "The [music] video is hilarious to this day," said Mason. "I want to give credit to Roger Davies for getting Olivia to open up and let that happen. But as always, with Olivia as an actress or a singer, she pulled off what she wanted to do in a spectacular way." Mason wrote in his book that radio stations banned the song for being too racy. It went on to sell even more copies. "I would say the concept for the video, as opposed to the record, was really, really exciting for her," he said. "She had the best personality. She was such a funny person, and when you watch the 'Physical' video today, you can see that she just had fun. When the record came out, the lyrics were a little what she would call 'spicy.' But they made it into something fun. Like What You're Reading? Click Here For More Entertainment News "'Physical' was about running on the treadmill and getting in shape, as much as it was about the innuendo of the song. [But] I think the words, 'unless it's horizontally,' are definitely an implication of something other than getting on the treadmill." "She had fun with it," Mason continued. "It was a blast. And [every] time I saw Olivia perform 'Physical' after the record was released, she always treated it like fun. To her, it was just a great uplifting experience, and one that spoke to people in a way about being fit, as well as being sexy." Newton-John's aerobics-friendly promotional clipwon a Grammy for best video. Newton-John later admitted that she blushed as she sang, "There's nothing left to talk about/Unless it's horizontally" before calling out, "Let's get animal! Animal!" "I recorded it and then suddenly thought, 'Goodness, maybe I've gone too far!'" she toldEntertainment Weeklyin 2017. "I called Roger and said, 'We've got to pull this song!' He said, 'It's too late. It's already gone to the radio, and it's running up the charts.' I was horrified!" Back in 2021, Newton-John spoke to Fox News Digital about how "Physical" reinvented her image. At the time, she said the songwas originally intended for Rod Stewartbefore it was offered to Turner. "I heard the song, and I thought, 'Wow, that's a great song,'" she recalled at the time. "I didn't really realize what it was about. I didn't think until I'd finished it and then freaked out. [I thought then] 'I think I've gone too far, I think I've gone too far.' But it worked for me, so I'm very happy that I took the chance." Newton-John admittedthe lyrics were a bit "raunchy"but "I don't think I was really aware of how raunchy it was when I was recording it until afterward, and that's when I freaked out." "I felt a little embarrassed to be banned,"the "Grease" staradmitted. "But looking back now, I go, 'That was great.' It got attention. And also compared to what I'm listening to on the radio now, it's more like a lullaby." Newton-John died in 2022following a long journey with breast cancer. She was 73. Original article source:Olivia Newton-John pushed back against provocative song with 'spicy' lyrics: book

Olivia Newton-John pushed back against provocative song with 'spicy' lyrics: book

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