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Julia Roberts draws flak after pitching for Harris at Georgia rally, ‘How much did they pay her?’

Julia Roberts draws flak after pitching for Harris at Georgia rally, ‘How much did they pay her?’

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Oct 12, 2024 04:01 AM IST Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts is facing backlash for her speech at a Harris-Walz campaign event in Georgia Julia Roberts has come under fire for her recent speech at a Harris-Walz campaign rally. On Wednesday, the Oscar-winner spoke in favour of Kamala Harris during a Cherokee County Reproductive Freedom Rally in Georgia. During her highly animated speech in the key battleground state, the 56-year-old urged the crowd to attract more male supporters. CANTON, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 09: Actress Julia Roberts speaks onstage during the Cherokee County Reproductive Freedom Rally at Thrive Canton on October 09, 2024 in Canton, Georgia. Paras Griffin/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Paras Griffin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) Actress Julia Roberts draws flak online after pitching for Harris at Georgia rally The lifelong Democrat, who has previously endorsed Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden, has been active throughout Harris’ campaign. After the Canton rally, Roberts also delivered remarks at an Atlanta event on Thursday. While Cherokee County leans conservative, …

Julia Roberts ‘will never speak to’ brother Eric Roberts, report says she feels he ‘used her life to sell his book’ | Hollywood

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Oct 05, 2024 03:57 PM IST A new report has claimed that Julia Roberts is angry at brother Eric Roberts for using her life to sell his new memoir. Hollywood star Julia Roberts has had a difficult relationship with her actor-brother Eric Roberts. Eric, 12 years her senior, has made statements about Julia’s life and career in the past that have been controversial. Now, a new report quotes a friend of the actor saying that she never wants to speak with her brother again. (Also read: Julia Roberts advises ‘kids’ to not try the ‘hardest drug’ she’s ever done) Julia Roberts and Eric Roberts have been estranged for years Eric Roberts’ statements Over the years, Eric, himself a noted actor, has been known to make controversial statements about Julia’s life and career. For instance, in a 2018 interview, he took credit for Julia’s stardom before apologising for it later and saying that he made it up. He also criticised her performance in the 1989 film Steel Magnolias even though it earned her an Oscar nomination. …

Richard Gere calls his role in Pretty Woman starring Julia Roberts ‘criminally underwritten’ | Hollywood

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Sep 01, 2024 09:13 PM IST Hosting a masterclass at the Venice Film Festival, actor Richard Gere revealed some behind-the-scenes tidbits about the 1990 film directed by Garry Marshall. Actor Richard Gere celebrated his 75th birthday with a masterclass at the Venice Film Festival. He revealed some behind-the-scenes tidbits about the filming of his famous 1990 film Pretty Woman, directed by Garry Marshall and starring Julia Roberts. (Also Read: Richard Gere drew on father’s death for role in Cannes entry Oh, Canada) Julia Roberts and Richard Gere in a still from Pretty Woman. ‘Basically a suit and a good haircut’ Fans might love Richard’s character, a wealthy but lonely businessman called Edward Lewis, from Pretty Woman, but the actor thinks it could’ve been much better. When shown the steamy piano scene from the film, the actor blushed, according to Variety, joking that he had ‘no chemistry’ with Julia in the ‘sexy, sexy scene’. Julia plays an escort Edward hires, called Vivian Ward. He further revealed that the scene was improvised, adding what he felt about …

Liked Poacher? You should watch Julia Roberts’ Erin Brockovich | Hollywood

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In Richie Mehta’s Poacher, which released this week on Prime Video, Nimisha Sajayan plays Mala Jogi, a determined forest range officer in Kerala. She is called to report and work on a case that needs immediate attention. Elephants have been brutally murdered for illegal ivory trade. As the investigation takes full swing, Mala is most often the only woman in the room. She is the silent observer, keenly taking notes and doing her work. Still, it is Mala’s steadfast determination to get to the truth – and her care and concern for the forest – that forms the centre of the narrative. (Also read: Poacher review: Richie Mehta delivers a brilliantly atmospheric tale on illegal ivory trade) Julia Roberts in a still from Erin Brockovich. Women at the centre The manner in which Poacher positions Mala Jogi reminded me of another work, the 2000 film Erin Brockovich, directed by Steven Soderbergh. Julia Roberts played the titular role in the film, which is based on a real life story. Now, there’s no question that Mala Jogi …

Julia Roberts says not doing nude scenes in her career is a ‘choice’ | Hollywood

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Julia Roberts is one of the most beloved stars of Hollywood, having starred in a number of memorable films including Runaway Bride, Pretty Woman, Notting Hill, and My Best Friend’s Wedding among others. In a new interview for British Vogue with her Noting Hill director Richard Curtis, the actor shared that she has consciously chosen not to do nude scenes in her films. (Also read: Kristen Stewart says Twilight is ‘such a gay movie’) Julia Roberts talked about her choice of not saying yes to nude scenes.(AFP) What Julia Roberts said Speaking with Richard Curtis for British Vogue, Julia was asked whether she ever thought of representation in her career. She said in response, “I think it would be more to the point that the things I choose not to do are representative of me. You know, not to be criticizing others’ choices, but for me to not take off my clothes in a movie or be vulnerable in physical ways is a choice that I guess I make for myself. But in effect, I’m …

Leave the World Behind: Julia Roberts feels ‘honoured’ to star in thriller film | Hollywood

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The psychological thriller film Leave the World Behind made its streaming release on Netflix yesterday (December 8). It first premiered at the AFI Fest on October 25 and was later released in select theatres on November 22. The film’s star-studded cast includes Hollywood veteran Julia Roberts as Amanda Sandford alongside Dead Poets Society’s Ethan Hawke and two-time Academy award winner actor Mahershala Ali. Given the complex nature of her character, Roberts feels “honoured” to star in the film. Julia Roberts in Leave the World Behind(Netflix) Julia Roberts talks about her role in the film The Pretty Woman star recently made an appearance on Sky News’ Backstage podcast, where she opened up on her feelings about her role in the film. Roberts said that it was a “huge” opportunity for her and that she felt “grateful” for it. “[It was] a huge, a huge opportunity in so many ways and I felt very honoured and grateful and I was very up for and ready for the challenge,” she said. Stay tuned with breaking news on HT …