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Bridget Jones get her own statue in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones get her own statue in London’s Leicester Square

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LONDON, – Bridget Jones has joined the likes of Mary Poppins, Harry Potter and other beloved film characters with her own statue in London’s Leicester Square. Bridget Jones get her own statue in London’s Leicester Square Oscar winner Renee Zellweger, who has played the titular character in all four “Bridget Jones” films, attended Monday’s unveiling of the statue which celebrates 25 years since the first movie, “Bridget Jones’ Diary”, was released. “It’s pretty crazy. It’s kind of strange. It’s not something that you… ever expect… it’s quite a surprise,” Zellweger told Reuters. Asked what she made of the statue, which depicts Bridget with her hair tied back, dressed in a mini skirt and holding a pen and diary, she said: “I mean, she’s adorable… she’s really cute. Looks like Bridget to me.” Author Helen Fielding created the character of Bridget Jones more than 30 years ago for a newspaper column that detailed Bridget’s love life. Her first book “Bridget Jones’s’ Diary” was published in 1996 and three more followed. “Bridget Jones’s’ Diary” was turned into …

Liam Ignores Bridget & Grace’s Objections While Kelly Confides In Steffy About Him

Liam Ignores Bridget & Grace’s Objections While Kelly Confides In Steffy About Him

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The Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers for April 18, 2025 (Photo Credit – CBS) The previous episode of The Bold and the Beautiful saw Li reminding Finn that, father or not, he is to stay far away from Luna. Meanwhile, Steffy and Liam expressed their joy at being Kelly’s parents. As the dynamics change and drama unfolds, there’s a lot at stake for the residents of Los Angeles. There’s a lot more exciting and action packed scenes on the way for fans of the soap opera series. Here’s what the audience can expect from the April 18, 2025, episode of The Bold and the Beautiful when they tune in to CBS to witness the long-running, popular and award-winning daytime drama. The Bold & The Beautiful Spoilers: April 18, 2025 The last episode of the week features Liam becoming determined to take Kelly to her dance despite Bridget and Grace’s objections. He might not be totally healthy and recovered from his health scare but he is more than just fueled to take his daughter Kelly to …

The Bold and the Beautiful April 16 Episode Recap: Bridget Learns About Liam’s Shocking Health Condition

The Bold and the Beautiful April 16 Episode Recap: Bridget Learns About Liam’s Shocking Health Condition

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Bridget is left stunned after learning about Liam’s terminal illness in the latest episode of The Bold and the Beautiful. She turned up in his room to meet Grace, but was shocked to see Liam lying on the hospital bed.  Grace and Liam quickly gave updates on his health condition, including his inoperable brain tumor and demanded silence from her. Much like the Finnegans, she didn’t understand why Liam wanted to keep his condition a secret but promised to oblige nevertheless. Hope confided in Deacon. She continued to complain about losing everything, including her dream job and dream man. She couldn’t believe that her mother chose Ridge after everything he did to her.  Elsewhere, Steffy and Finn grew closer amid Liam’s hospitalization. Steffy went MIA, leaving Finn worried but when he learned that she assisted Liam during a critical time, all things were forgiven.  Steffy still couldn’t comprehend why Liam decided to keep his diagnosis a secret. However, Finn explained to his wife that it wasn’t their decision to make and they must respect it. …

Bridget Surprises Liam & Luna Refuses To Give Up On Will While Deacon Advises Hope

Bridget Surprises Liam & Luna Refuses To Give Up On Will While Deacon Advises Hope

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Here’s What You Can Expect From The Bold and the Beautiful On April 16! ( Photo Credit – CBS ) In the previous episode of The Bold and the Beautiful, Will finally rid himself of Luna. On the other hand, Electra confided in her aunt Ivy about her dilemma with Will regarding his want for intimacy and her not being in favor of it. Lastly, Brooke erupted overhearing Daphne’s plea to Carter. There’s been a lot of drama in the past couple of days, but there’s even more planned in the coming days. Here’s what fans can expect from the April 16, 2025, episode of The Bold and the Beautiful when they tune in to CBS to watch the award-winning daytime drama show set in Los Angeles. The Bold & The Beautiful Spoilers: April 16, 2025 The episode on Wednesday features Bridget surprising Liam by saying she is working on his behalf. He is recovering in the hospital after his big health scare where he collapsed post a fight with his father Bill. The only …

UK and Ireland Box Office: Snow White shines with strong debut as Ne Zha 2 and Bridget Jones hold steady

UK and Ireland Box Office: Snow White shines with strong debut as Ne Zha 2 and Bridget Jones hold steady

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Disney’s Snow White may have disappointed with its domestic opening weekend numbers, but it did spectacularly in the UK and Ireland, debuting with a strong USD 5 million. The reimagining of the classic 1937 fairytale led a competitive lineup of new releases and set the tone for the upcoming Easter holiday period. Trinity Filmed Entertainment’s Ne Zha 2 took the second spot, earning USD 1.6 million. The Chinese blockbuster, which continues the mythological story of the 2019 film, became one of the highest-opening Chinese films in the territory. It has earned more than USD 2 billion worldwide and is the highest-grossing animated film of all time. Moreover, it is the fifth highest-grossing film ever, above titles like Spider-Man: No Way Home, Avengers: Infinity War, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Universal’s Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, which was denied a theatrical release in the USA, continued its remarkable run in third place, raking in USD 1 million in its sixth frame. The rom-com sequel has now grossed USD 57.6 million in the UK and Ireland, …

Box Office: Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy thrives despite no U.S. release, hits USD 120M globally

Box Office: Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy thrives despite no U.S. release, hits USD 120M globally

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Despite its absence from U.S. theaters due to a direct release on Peacock, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy continues to be a box office force, thanks to its positive reception across 78 international markets. The romantic comedy grossed USD 5.7 million over its fifth weekend overseas, experiencing just a 32.6% drop from the previous weekend. This solid hold brings its total to USD 120.7 million. Directed by Michael Morris, the fourth installment in the beloved Bridget Jones franchise is based on Helen Fielding’s 2013 novel of the same name. The film sees the return of Renée Zellweger as the iconic titular character alongside Hugh Grant as Daniel Cleaver, Colin Firth as Mark Darcy, and Emma Thompson as Doctor Rawlings. Joining the ensemble cast are Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, Isla Fisher, Josette Simon, Nico Parker, and Leila Farzad, adding fresh dynamics to the fan-favorite series. Mad About the Boy follows Bridget navigating life as a widowed single mother. Balancing parenthood, work, and modern dating, she finds herself caught in a budding romance with two younger men, …

Global Box Office: Mickey 17 reaches USD 53M, Ne Zha 2 tops USD 2B in China, Bridget Jones and Wicked continue strong

Global Box Office: Mickey 17 reaches USD 53M, Ne Zha 2 tops USD 2B in China, Bridget Jones and Wicked continue strong

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After debuting in South Korea, filmmaker Bong Joon Ho’s home market, on February 28, Warner Bros’ Mickey 17 expanded to 66 other territories on March 7, bringing its global total to USD 53.3 million as of this writing. The highly anticipated film added USD 24.5 million this weekend, with strong performances in France (USD 2.9M), the UK (USD 2.7M), Germany (USD 1.3M), and Mexico (USD 1.3M). South Korea remains the top market with a USD 14.6M cume. The film also saw solid IMAX earnings, accounting for nearly 12% of its worldwide revenue. Meanwhile, China’s animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 made history by topping USD 2 billion in the domestic market, becoming the first film ever to achieve the milestone in a single territory. The film’s gross now stands at USD 2.059 billion globally, overtaking Avengers: Infinity War to claim the number six spot on the all-time worldwide box office chart. With projections suggesting a final total of USD 2.075 billion, Ne Zha 2 could soon surpass Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the fifth …

Box Office: Bridget Jones 4 Continues with its Phenomenal Run at the UK Box Office

Box Office: Bridget Jones 4 Continues with its Phenomenal Run at the UK Box Office

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The 4th installment to the widely popular Bridget Jones film series, Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy stars Renée Zellweger in the titular role of Bridget Jones along with Hugh Grant, Colin Firth and Emma Thompson reprise their respective characters in the franchise. Directed by Michael Morris, the film also brings together Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, Isla Fisher, Josette Simon, Nico Parker and Leila Farzad as the the latest additions to the star cast. This Valentine’s rom-com has garnered widespread appreciation among the critics and the cinegoing audiences alike with a highly positive word of mouth backing the film. The film has collected $3.1 Million at the UK Box Office on its 2nd Saturday with a minor difference of just 33.1% when compared to its performance on the 1st Saturday. In just 9 days of its run currently, Bridget Jones 4 has taken its cume to $31.8M against its overall budget of $50 Million. This total is a good stand when compared to the 9 Day sum of Wicked (2024) which stood at $32.7 Million.  …

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is a heartfelt farewell with a touch of hope

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is a heartfelt farewell with a touch of hope

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Over two decades since we first met Bridget Jones, the beloved, hapless heroine has returned for one final chapter in Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. Directed by Michael Morris, this fourth instalment brings closure to Bridget’s journey with warmth, humour and a poignant look at love, loss and second chances. While it doesn’t quite recapture the chaotic brilliance of Bridget Jones’s Diary, it stands as the most emotionally resonant sequel, offering both nostalgia and a hopeful future for its protagonist. Bridget Jones: Mad About a Boy stands as the most emotionally resonant sequel, offering both nostalgia and a hopeful future for its protagonist. The film finds Bridget (Renée Zellweger) in an unfamiliar place — widowhood. Having married the ever-reliable Mark Darcy (Colin Firth) and settled into family life, she is now raising their two children, Billy (Casper Knopf) and Mabel (Mila Jankovic), on her own, following Mark’s tragic death during a humanitarian mission in Sudan. Four years later, Bridget is putting on a brave face, ensuring her children remember their father fondly while quietly …

Renée Zellweger Reveals The Bridget Jones ‘Mantra’ That Helped Her Handle a Real-Life Crisis; ‘All the Clumsy…’

Renée Zellweger Reveals The Bridget Jones ‘Mantra’ That Helped Her Handle a Real-Life Crisis; ‘All the Clumsy…’

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Renée Zellweger could be the real-life Bridget Jones! The actress made her debut as the quintessential character in the 2001 movie Bridget Jones’s Diary. It’s been over two decades and Zellweger reprised her iconic role for the latest film Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.  Having played the character for so many years, the actress has picked up some of Bridget’s traits. On February 15, in an interview with Page Six, the actress admitted that she has grown to relate with her character a lot more over the years.  She especially relies on her character’s “‘fake it ’til you make it’ [mantra].” The Oscar winner recalled an incident from earlier that day where her mic fell off while doing a television show and it slid down her back. “Luckily it got caught in my skirt!” she revealed.  Creating an example of that incident, the Judy actress explained that the fake it till you make it motto is just going with the flow and just doing things without “judging yourself as you do it. It’s just …