Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky Take Their Boys to London, Plus Sarah Ferguson, Gavin Casalegno and More
Celebrities have been everywhere this week. In London, Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky hit the carpet with their twin sons at the Limitless: Live Better premiere and little brother Liam Hemsworth shows up to support. Over in France, Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson flashed a smile at the Knights of Charity Gala, while Gavin Casalegno is out and about in New York.
Here are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings!
Avengers Assemble
Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky pose with their adorable children Sasha and Tristan at the Limitless: Live Better Now season 2 premiere in London on July 17.
Blue-Eyed Babes
Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks smolder at the camera while attending he Limitless: Live Better Now season 2 London on July 17.
All's Right in Red
Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson flashes a dazzling smile while attending the 3rd Knights of Charity Gala at Chateau de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes, France on July 17.
Kickin' it with Casalegno
Gavin Casalegno sports black headphones and a white tank while arriving at CBS Mornings on July 17 in New York.
Love Letter
Alexa Chung shows her love for New York while wearing a black lace camisole paired with a leather skirt.
Keeping Up With Koko
Khloé Kardashian is spotted wearing a brown outfit with a plunging neckline and a chunky silver necklace while enjoying dinner in Malibu with Kris Jenner (not pictured).
In The Thicke of It
Robin Thicke hits a swaggering pose while attending the 3rd Knights of Charity Gala at Chateau de la Croix des Gardes in Cannes on July 17.
Eyes on the Prinze
Freddie Prinze Jr. poses for a photo while visiting Hits 1 at the SiriusXM Studios in New York on July 17.
Just Hangin'
Diplo wears a relaxed matching black sweatsuit while speaking onstage during Variety's Sports and Entertainment Breakfast in California on July 17.
Dressed and Fabulous
Jason Patel and Ben Hardy smile for the camera as they attend The Cinema Society's special screening of Unicorns in New York City on July 16.
A Sway Day
Jermaine Dupri emphasizes some points while on Sway in the Morning at SiriusXM Studios on July 17 in Los Angeles.
It's Official!
Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson make their red carpet debut at the Inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York on July 16.
Winning Time
Rugby star Ilona Maher takes home the ESPY for Breakthrough Athlete in Los Angeles on July 16.
Abracadabra
Lady Gaga puts on a powerful performance in Las Vegas on July 16.
Three Musketeers
The Summer I Turned Pretty leads Gavin Casalegno, Lola Tung and Christopher Briney attend a season three launch event in New York on July 16.
A Selfie for the Stars
Kat Graham and Chrissy Metz share a moment at the Summer Soiree hosted by Lifetime held in Santa Monica on July 16.
Blue Velvet
Ahead of the release of Together, Alison Brie stops by the ESPY Awards to present in Los Angeles on July 16.
High Fashion Moment
Tramell Tillman and Christine Baranski are the definition of high taste at Thom Browne Madison Ave Opening Party on July 16,
Super Son
Will Reeve, son of the late Superman star Christopher Reeve, attends the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16.
Mini in the City
I Know What You Did Last Summer star Chase Sui Wonders keeps it short and sweet in New York on July 16.
Beach Waves
Spy Kids alum Alexa PenaVega attends the Summer Soiree hosted by Lifetime in beachy style in Santa Monica on July 16.
Worlds Collide
Lindsey Vonn and Jelly Roll pose together in the Dolby Theater at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16.
Double Take
Meagan Good hits an over the shoulder pose at Lifetime's Summer Soiree in Santa Monica on July 16.
A Night in Metropolis
Superman star Rachel Brosnahan stops by The Tonight Show on July 16.
Perfect Pair
Russell Wilson and Ciara have a date night at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16.
Dressed to the Nines
Angela Bassett looks glamorous while presenting the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16.
Back Home
Shania Twain takes on Toronto at the Great Canadian Casino Resort on July 16.
Nothing Holding Him Back
Shawn Mendes is spotted exiting a guitar shop in Los Angeles on July 15.
Pre-Show Snack
Suni Lee enjoys a bite from Raising Cane's ahead of the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16.
Snake Eyes
Emily Ratajkowski rocks a blue snakeskin dress to promote Too Much on Late Night with Seth Meyers in New York on July 16.
It's George!
Jason Alexander arrives to his SAG-AFTRA Actor Masterclass event in Los Angeles on July 16.
Hollywood Hawkeye
Jeremy Renner is seen out and about in Los Angeles on July 16.
Grand Entrance
Taraji P. Henson is all smiles as she arrives to Megan Thee Stallion's Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York on July 16.
Live from L.A.!
Busta Rhymes and Simone Biles get together for a backstage photo at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles on July 16.
Breaking Her Poker Face
Natasha Lyonne snaps a selfie atop the Empire State Building at a celebration of her new movie Smurfs on July 16.
Boho Girl
Kelsea Ballerini wears a perfectly-summer dress at at her launch event with Pantene held at Empire Diner in New York on July 15.
A Place in the Sun
Michael Douglas soaks up the sun at Club 55 in Saint-Tropez on July 16.
Street Style Queen
Fresh off her first Emmy nomination for The Studio, Zoë Kravitz is seen looking cool as ever around New York on July 16.
A Magical Performance
Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons puts on a thrilling show with his band in Hamburg, Germany on July 16.
Living It Up in London Town
Socialite Emma Weymouth, Marchioness of Bath, looks regal at the Joshua Kane Summer Showcase 2025 at in London on July 16.
Smurf Stars
Co-stars of the upcoming Smurfs movie, Nick Offerman and John Goodman pose together on the Empire State Building on July 16.
Summer Days
Husband and wife duo Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell step out for a stroll in New York on July 16.
Three's Company
Canali CEO Stefano Canali, GQ Global Editorial Director Will Welch and Walton Goggins co-host Canali's celebratory dinner in New York on July 15.
Bumping Along
Rihanna keeps it casual in a strapless top paired with a sweatshirt while stepping out in L.A. on July 14.
Dog Days
Lola Tung brings along an adorable companion while out in New York City on July 15.
Just Being Miley
Miley Cyrus looks as cool as ever for her appearance at SiriusXM Studios in L.A. on July 15.
Good to Glow
Jennifer Lopez dazzles from the stage while performing at Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona on July 15.
Dynamic Duo
Russell Wilson and Ciara bring date night to a taping of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on July 15 in New York City.
Music Man
Stevie Wonder attends the Reel to Reel: Ed Sullivan event at Grammy Museum L.A. Live on July 15 in L.A.
Own Biggest Fan
Megan Stalter reps herself while making an appearance at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on July 15 in New York City.
Making the Rounds
Idris Elba meets members of the India men's cricket team ahead of the Youth Opportunity Summit at St. James's Palace on July 15 in London.
Smile and Wave
Joaquin Phoenix flashes a smile and a wave while making an appearance in New York City on July 15.
On the Move
Gavin Casalegno grabs a cold beverage while out in New York City on July 15.
Around Town
Olivia Wilde steps out for a shop in London on July 15.
Something to Celebrate
Saweetie looks laid back and chic as she celebrates Oakley's 50th anniversary in Lake Forest, California on July 12.
Pop Princess
Katy Perry is decked out in armor as she takes the stage at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California on July 15.
Royal Honor
Queen Camilla dons regalia as she becomes an honorary Freeman and Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers on July 15 in London.
In Character
Natalie Portman smiles on the set of Good Sex on July 15 in Washington Square Park in New York City.
Talk That Talk
Mark Consuelos, Kelly Ripa and Seth Meyers pose together during a taping of Late Night on July 15 in New York City.
Crowd Pleaser
Rebecca Black has some fun on stage at the Kia Forum on July 15 in Inglewood, California.
Oui!
Following a concert earlier in the evening, Mary J. Blige and 50 Cent (not pictured) grabbed dinner at César in Paris on July 14.
New York Minute
Nicole Scherzinger keeps cool in a flowy white dress while strolling along in New York City on July 15.
Suited Up
Emily Ratajkowski rocks a white suit outside CBS Studios on July 16 in New York City.
Leather Look
Leslie Jones steps out for the USWNTPA Players Ball on July 15 at Rolling Greens in L.A.
Time with Mom
Nicky Hilton has some fun with her daughters Theodora and Lily-Grace at Jellycat's event with FAO Schwarz at Soho Diner in New York City on July 15.
Good Friends
Natalie Portman and Rashida Jones share a laugh while filming scenes for their upcoming rom-com, Good Sex at a park in New York on July 15.
Level Up
Ciara was spotted looking stunning in casual glam while leaving the TODAY show studios in New York on July 15.
The Summer I Went To NYC
Gavin Casalegno is seen smiling after an appearance on Live with Kelly & Mark in New York City on July 15.
Feeling Vintage
Colin Farrell rocks a retro look behind the wheel as he shoots a scene for his latest project, Sugar, in Santa Monica, California on July 15.
Public Speaker
Tracee Ellis Ross smilies as she speaks onstage during Travel + Leisure World's Best Summit 2025 on July 15 in New York.
Smurfs Up
John Goodman attends the Smurfs New York Screening at SVA Theater on July 15 in New York City.
Good Host
Sophie Turner raises a St-Germain Hugo Spritz as she hosts friends at the St-Germain Terrace at Sea Containers in London on July 15.
Drummer Boy
Hajoon and Woosung of The Rose jam out onstage with fellow members Taegyeom and Dojoon (not pictured) at a recent concert in Toronto.
All Stars
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers and his wife Mamiko Tanaka walk the red carpet ahead of the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15 in Atlanta.
Coffee to Go
Malin Akerman is seen heading to Live with Kelly & Mark with coffee in hand in New York City on July 14.
Somebody Call 911
Donnie Wahlberg and Sonequa Martin-Green are all suited up in police gear while shooting scenes of TV show Boston Blue in Toronto on July 14.
Brothers in Black
Wooyoung, Yeosang, Seonghwa, Mingi, Yunho, Jongho, Hongjoong and San of ATEEZ pose at Citi Field in matching all-black outfits.
Family Man
Vladimir Guerrero of the Toronto Blue Jays and his family hit the red carpet during the 2025 All-Star Red Carpet Show on July 15 in Atlanta.
Summer Style
Nicky Hilton looks stylish in shades of blue as she weathers the New York City heat on July 15.
Date Night Out
Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila Alves hold hands at the BST Hyde Park Festival in London on July 12.
Happy to Be Here
Madelyn Cline gives a giddy smile as she poses with her hands up at the premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer in Los Angeles on July 14.
Best Pals
Seth Green and Sarah Michelle Geller smile big as they pose together at the premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer in Los Angeles on July 14.
Returning Cast
Freddie Prinze Jr. looks dapper in a blue suit at the Los Angeles premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer on July 14.
You Can Go Home Again
Jennifer Love Hewitt gives a soft smile as she poses in a black studded dress at the premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer in Los Angeles on July 14.
Pedro Down Under
Pedro Pascal poses in glasses and a white button up at the The Fantastic Four: First Steps Sydney launch event in Sydney on July 15.
On The Move
Rita Ora looks radiant in a gray two piece set and yellow socks in SoHo, New York on July 14.
Tonight with the Man of Steel
David Corenswet poses backstage in all black on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on July 14.
Live Music
RZA of the Wu-Tang Clan performs for a crowd at Scotiabank Arena on July 14 in Toronto, Ontario.
For the Children
King Charles speaks to attendees during a Youth Opportunity Summit with young people, government officials, and more at St James's Palace on July 15 in London.
What's Up?
Kristen Schaal poses with her hands up at the The Naked Gun special screening at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 14 in Los Angeles.
Dressed Down
Matt Walsh keeps it casual in a baseball cap and jeans at the The Naked Gun special screening at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 14 in Los Angeles.
Too Much Love
Megan Stalter and Sarah Sherman hug at the Too Much episode screening before they discuss Stalter's career journey at 92NY on July 14 in New York City.
But First, a Selfie
Leanne Morgan and Kristen Johnston look like twins in all black as they pose for a selfie together at the premiere of Warner Bros. TV's Leanne.
Fur-ever Friends
Beth Leavel and Bernadette Peters pose with the most adorable and adoptable pups from SPCA of Westchester at Broadway Barks in New York City on July 12.
Star Studded Cast
Chase Sui Wonders and Sarah Pidgeon stun in nude tones as they pose together at the Los Angeles premiere of I Know What You Did Last Summer on July 14.
Blue Blondie
Meg Donnelly waves at fans as she makes an appearance on Live with Kelly & Mark in New York on July 14.
Say Cheese
Hannah Pilkes and Annie Gonzalez look cute for a selfie together at the world premiere of Leanne.
New York Strut
Nicole Scherzinger is seen looking stunning in a sparkling deep blue dress on July 14 in New York City.
Fantastic Mom-to-Be
Vanessa Kirby glows in a all black maternity dress at the The Fantastic Four: First Steps Sydney launch event in Sydney on July 15.
Julie in NYC!
Julie Bowen is seen looking adorable in a brown gingham dress outside the ABC Television Studios on July 14 in New York City.
Stripes for Days
Malin Akerman visits SiriusXM Studios on July 14 in a striped tan two piece in New York City.
You Clean Up Nice
Ebon Moss-Bachrach looks sharp in a dark blue suit at theThe Fantastic Four: First Steps launch event in Sydney on July 15.
Bump in Bloom
Rihanna is angelic with her baby bump on display at a late night dinner at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica on July 14.
Keeping it Cool
Jennifer Aniston is spotted in Los Angeles in summer attire after returning from Spain vacation on July 13.
Smiles at Sea
Zendaya smiles for the camera at Burghead Harbour in the U.K. after visiting the set of The Odyssey on July 14.
Oprah Abroad
Oprah Winfrey is spotted enjoying a meal with friends at a restaurant in Portofino, Italy on July 14.
Damon's Dramatic Return
Matt Damon returns to Burghead harbour in full costume after visiting the set of The Odyssey on July 14.
Catching the Cameras!
Tom Holland gives a wave on the set of The Odyssey, first arriving at Burghead before heading off on a boat to another filming location further along the coast on July 14.
Berlin Blaze
Tyla arrives in fiery style at Maaya Berlin on July 14 ahead of her performance in Berlin.
All Eyes on Rita!
Rita Ora struts down Madison Square Park in a trendy brown outfit on July 14.
Unexpected Duo
Penn Badgley and Meghann Fahy are seen filming a playful scene on the You Deserve Each Other set in Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn on July 14.
Golf Meets the Sea
Callaway Golf Europe staged the Harbour Challenge on July 14 in Portrush, Ireland, where Niall Horan took on a dramatic shot challenge, aiming for a floating pontoon in Portrush Harbour.
Los Angeles Lovebirds
Nicolas Cage and wife Riko Shibata spotted looking chic together on a rare outing in Los Angeles on July 13.
Blue Beauty
Megan Moroney is a vision in blue at the Windy City Smokeout at United Center on July 12.
Golden Hour with Keke
Keke Palmer looks radiant in yellow at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture with Creme of Nature in New Orleans.
All-Black Affair
Alexandra Daddario is glowing at an all-black dinner party in the Hamptons, hosted by No. 1 New York Times Best Selling Author, Leigh Bardugo and Social Life Magazine Editor in Chief, Devorah Rose.
A-List Toast
Katherine Power, Andy Cohen and Cameron Diaz pose for the camera at a Hamptons gathering for the launch of Stella McCarney's limited-edition Avaline wine collaboration.
Biggest Fan
Brie Larson enjoyed the LAFC's victory over FC Dallas at BMO Stadium on July 12.
Family Jam
Jim Belushi and daughter Jami Belushi performed together at the Windy City Smokeout on July 11.
Puppy Love
Queen Camilla smiles with her rescue puppy, Moley, in the garden of her home, Ray Mill House, on July 14 in Wiltshire, England.
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The movie passes this part of the test with flying colors as not only are Kirby and Quinn British but so is Ralph Ineson, the voice and motion capture actor for Galactus. His involvement was particularly surprising because in 2023 he filed a £150,000 ($201,540) suit against the Disney subsidiary which made the Willow streaming series after he sustained permanent shoulder damage while filming at night. Ineson was dressed as Knight Commander Ballantine while filming a battle scene with a nine-foot ogre called The Scourge when he "fell awkwardly" after slipping on fake foam gravel, according to his lawyers. They explained that due to the pressures of filming deadlines, the foam was not raked properly so it obscured the steps which Ineson tripped on. As a result of the injuries to his right arm, Ineson's lawyers said that he can't now take on "physical" roles "involving fighting and horse-riding". However, in May 2024 Disney cast him as Galactus which only involved slow-moving mocap work. One year later, Ineson reportedly accepted "substantial" compensation from Disney for the incident bringing the curtain down on the episode. Ralph Ineson (left) was cast as Galactus after being injured on the set of 'Willow' ©2022 Lucasfilm ... More Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved. Actors from the U.K. weren't just in the lead roles, they filled the ranks of The Fantastic Four. Even the variety show host was British, played by esteemed actor Mark Gatiss who also co-created the BBC series Sherlock starring fellow Marvel star Benedict Cumberbatch. Likewise, The Fantastic Four's colorful visual effects were created by British firm Framestore and this also counts towards the film's eligibility for the reimbursement, as do the large number of Brits on its production team. Of course, this doesn't mean that any of the cast or crew were picked because of their nationality, or that they weren't the best people for the job. However, it is a welcome benefit which Marvel wouldn't have got if, say, they had listened to fans and cast Zac Efron as the Human Torch instead of Quinn. The biggest beneficiary is the U.K. as the latest data from the British Film Institute (BFI) shows that in 2019 the fiscal incentives to studios generated 49,845 jobs in London and 19,085 throughout the rest of the country. That really is a happy ending.