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‘India made me an activist’: Jane Fonda recalls solo journey across the country | Hollywood News

‘India made me an activist’: Jane Fonda recalls solo journey across the country | Hollywood News

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2 min readNew DelhiMay 14, 2026 10:21 PM IST Jane Fonda, who is currently attending the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, recently reflected on a deeply personal chapter of her life — her solo journey across India that ultimately shaped her into the activist she is today. During an interaction with The Hollywood Reporter India, Fonda opened up about how travelling through India in her early thirties completely changed the direction of her life. She said, “When I was about 32, I went to India by myself. And it changed me. I travelled all through India alone on buses, and I also went to Nepal and Sikkim. I had never seen poverty before. I realised that I had a choice. India presented me with a choice — either I would become a hippie and go into an ashram, or I would become an activist and try to do something about poverty. And that’s when I became an activist.” Jane Fonda, now 88, made her first public appearance since the death of her former husband Ted Turner at …

Alia Bhatt meets F1’s Carlos Sainz, Heidi Klum and Jane Fonda at Cannes 2026. Watch | Bollywood News

Alia Bhatt meets F1’s Carlos Sainz, Heidi Klum and Jane Fonda at Cannes 2026. Watch | Bollywood News

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Alia Bhatt has turned heads at the Cannes Film Festival 2026 with her glamorous looks, and fans can’t stop talking about her. But another moment of Alia from the prestigious annual cinema event has taken over the internet, where she met the Formula One racer Carlos Sainz Jr. The crossover between Bollywood and Formula One has become a hot topic of conversation after the two were seen chatting at a glamorous gathering in Cannes. Several visuals from the glamorous Cannes gathering have surfaced online, showing Alia Bhatt meeting Formula One driver Carlos Sainz Jr., supermodel Heidi Klum, veteran actor Jane Fonda and French star Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu at a star-studded Cannes event. In one viral clip, Alia, dressed in a fitted pink couture gown, was seen warmly greeting Carlos Sainz Jr. before the two shared a lively conversation. Other visuals from the evening showed Alia posing for group photographs alongside Carlos, Heidi Klum, Jane Fonda and other guests at the event. Superstar #AliaBhatt having a convo with Formula 1 Driver Carlos Sainz at Cannes. pic.twitter.com/YkSMVISb4I — …

When Jane Fonda opened up about Ted Turner’s 45,000 bisons, revealed what caused their split | Hollywood News

When Jane Fonda opened up about Ted Turner’s 45,000 bisons, revealed what caused their split | Hollywood News

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5 min readKochiMay 6, 2026 09:44 PM IST Media mogul and philanthropist Ted Turner, who revolutionised the television news business by launching the Cable News Network (CNN), the first 24-hour cable news channel, passed away at the age of 87 on Wednesday, May 6. One of the most influential media proprietors in American history, he was often referred to as “The Mouth of the South” due to his no-holds-barred attitude. Turner is survived by his five children, 14 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. In his life, Turner had been married and divorced three times. After his first two failed marriages, he met veteran actor Jane Fonda and began dating her in 1989. They eventually tied the knot in 1991 and became one of the most celebrated and discussed power couples in the US show business. Although they eventually parted ways in 2001, they always harboured warm feelings for each other. He even once shared that she was one of the only two true romantic connections he had experienced in life. Must Read | Maybe the problem …

Jane Fonda Says Rob And Michele Reiner Looked ‘Happy’ Night Before Tragic Deaths | Hollywood News

Jane Fonda Says Rob And Michele Reiner Looked ‘Happy’ Night Before Tragic Deaths | Hollywood News

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Last Updated:December 16, 2025, 22:04 IST Jane Fonda recalls seeing Rob and Michele Reiner “healthy and happy” just hours before their shocking deaths that have left Hollywood reeling. Jane Fonda shared a tribute photo of Rob and Michele Reiner. Jane Fonda has shared an emotional remembrance of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, recalling the last time she saw the couple shortly before their tragic deaths. On Sunday, December 14, Rob, 78, and Michele, 68, were found dead in their Brentwood, California home in what authorities have described as an apparent homicide. Their son, Nick Reiner, has since been arrested on murder charges in connection with their deaths and is currently being held without bail at Los Angeles’ Twin Towers Jail. Fonda, 87, took to Instagram on December 15 to post a photo of the late couple along with a heartfelt tribute reflecting on their friendship and final moments together. “Rob and Michele Reiner were wonderful, caring, smart, funny, generous people, always coming up with ideas for how to make the world better, …

Hollywood icon Jane Fonda looks obsessed with Alia Bhatt in new video from Cannes. Watch | Bollywood

Hollywood icon Jane Fonda looks obsessed with Alia Bhatt in new video from Cannes. Watch | Bollywood

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May 25, 2025 11:53 AM IST Alia Bhatt dazzled on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in a custom Gucci saree-inspired dress, capturing the attention of Hollywood icon Jane Fonda. Bollywood star Alia Bhatt impressed not just her desi fans but also a Hollywood icon with her Cannes Film Festival debut this weekend. A video from a L’Oreal event in the French Riviera shows Jane Fonda look completely smitten by Alia’s beauty and Gucci saree-dress. Jane Fonda looked obsessed with Alia Bhatt in a new video from Cannes Film Festival closing ceremony. Jane Fonda is Alia Bhatt’s latest fan? The video shows the 87-year-old actor looking adoringly at Alia as they pose for photos. Both are wearing almost matching golden-silver outfits as the brand ambassadors for L’Oreal. Jane, instead of looking at the camera, was all eyes for Alia and touched her dress to get a better look. Alia catches her looking and gives a big smile. Earlier on Friday, even Bridgerton star Simone Ashley was also spotted catching a look at Alia …

Jane Fonda Reveals ‘Nobody’s Asked’ Her Inputs for Sydney Sweeney’s Barbarella Reboot: ‘I Have a Lot of Ideas’

Jane Fonda Reveals ‘Nobody’s Asked’ Her Inputs for Sydney Sweeney’s Barbarella Reboot: ‘I Have a Lot of Ideas’

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Jane Fonda recently reacted to Sydney Sweeney’s remake of her original 1968 Barbarella movie. With Edgar Wright at the helm, the upcoming reboot of the classic sci-fi film features the Euphoria star in the titular role. Fonda revealed that no one has approached her regarding the movie while adding that she might just have loads of ideas to offer. She admitted that though she wouldn’t be playing the character again, she had plenty of ideas on how her character’s story could be retold. Speaking to Vogue, the legendary actress said, “Nobody’s asked me about it! I wish I could do a remake of Barbarella, but I wouldn’t play her again. I have a lot of ideas about what that could look like.” Fonda also mentioned that she would be open to sharing her ideas if Sweeney contacted her. She went on to note that she’d never met Sweeney but thought she’d be great in the role. “If Sydney asks, I’ll let her know. I don’t know her and I’ve never met her, but I think …

Jane Fonda urges Hollywood to lead with empathy in emotional SAG Awards speech: ‘Our job is to understand another human’ | Hollywood

Jane Fonda urges Hollywood to lead with empathy in emotional SAG Awards speech: ‘Our job is to understand another human’ | Hollywood

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At the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday night, acting legend Jane Fonda delivered a powerful speech after receiving the prestigious Life Achievement Award. (Also read: Sebastian Stan-Adrien Brody ‘beef’ reignited thanks to Jane Fonda’s shoutout at SAG Awards) LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 23: Jane Fonda accepts the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award onstage during the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on February 23, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) Acknowledging Hollywood’s influence on society, Fonda urged her peers to fight the political and social challenges of today with empathy. Jane’s speech “What we, actors, create is empathy. Our job is to understand another human being so profoundly that we can touch their souls,” Fonda said, emphasizing the importance of understanding others’ perspectives in a polarized world, as per The Hollywood Reporter. She went on to redefine the term “woke,” and said, “And make no …

Lilly Singh faces backlash over awkward interview with Jane Fonda at SAG 2025: ‘It’s making me cringe so bad’ | Hollywood

Lilly Singh faces backlash over awkward interview with Jane Fonda at SAG 2025: ‘It’s making me cringe so bad’ | Hollywood

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YouTuber and television host Lilly Singh has come under fire for her awkward red-carpet interview with actor Jane Fonda at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards 2025 ceremony. The conversation took a turn for the worse when Lilly asked the Grace and Frankie star what advice she would give to younger actors. Also read: 2025 SAG Awards: Leighton Meester to Mikey Madison, best-dressed celebs on the red carpet Jane, 87, attended the award ceremony to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for her career spanning more than 50 years. (Instagram/AFP) However, the exchange became uncomfortable, with Jane publicly accusing Lilly, for putting words in her mouth, stating, “Those were your words, not mine”. What happened Jane, 87, attended the award ceremony to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for her career spanning more than 50 years. Lilly, who was hosting the red carpet for Netflix, caught up with the actor ahead of the ceremony. She started off her interview normally, with a bit of chatter about her custom Armani gown. Lilly then asked Jane a series of …

Host Lilly Singh Gets Heavily Criticized For Her Lackluster Interviews Of Jane Fonda & Others, Netizens Call Her ‘Cringe’ & ‘Unwatchable’

Host Lilly Singh Gets Heavily Criticized For Her Lackluster Interviews Of Jane Fonda & Others, Netizens Call Her ‘Cringe’ & ‘Unwatchable’

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SAG Awards 2025: Lilly Singh Trolled For Her Interview Of Jane Fonda ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) SAG Awards 2025: The 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards is one of the prestigious awards in Hollywood. The red carpet event of these award ceremonies is as important as the main ceremony. Actors share much information about their work or other stuff, but that depends on how they are interviewed; this year, Lilly Singh and Sasheer Zamata. However, Singh is criticized and called cringeworthy for her interview with Jane Fonda and Kieran Culkin. For the unversed, Fonda was the 60th SAG Life Achievement Award recipient and was the first celeb Singh spoke to during the red carpet event. It started casually when the host asked Fonda about her custom Armani gown. But gradually, things went downhill with the veteran star’s unenthusiastic responses. Lilly Singh asked Jane Fonda for advice on young actresses, but Jane Fonda’s response was low-energy. Singh also asked her what Fonda does when she is not working, and at one point, the legendary actress …

SAG Life Achievement Award: Find Out What This Tribute Means As Jane Fonda Set to Be Honored With It

SAG Life Achievement Award: Find Out What This Tribute Means As Jane Fonda Set to Be Honored With It

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The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Life Achievement Award is among the highest honors in the acting industry. Given by SAG-AFTRA recognizes outstanding achievements in acting and contributions to the profession. This award has been presented annually since 1962, except for a few years when it was skipped. Jane Fonda has been selected as the 2025 recipient and will receive the honor during the 31st annual SAG Awards in February 2025. The SAG Life Achievement Award was first given to Eddie Cantor in 1962 for his contributions to the industry. Since then, it has been awarded to 62 individuals, including actors, actresses, and activists. The award was skipped in 1963, 1981, and 2021, and in 2020, it was not given due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On two occasions, the award was shared. In 1985, it was presented to Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, and in 2000, it was awarded to Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee for their contributions to civil rights and the film industry. The award celebrates not only an actor’s career but also their …