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Hindustan Times
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Adam Sandler's net worth revealed: How much did he make from original Happy Gilmore?
Adam Sandler's net worth is the result of three decades of success as a comedy powerhouse. The Mark Twain Prize-winning actor, writer, and producer rose from humble beginnings in Brooklyn and Manchester, New Hampshire, to become one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. His latest project, Happy Gilmore 2, brings back one of his most iconic characters. Adam Sandler's net worth of $440 million is attributed to his successful three-decade career in comedy and film. (Netflix via AP)(AP) Also Read: Adam Sandler's family stars in Happy Gilmore 2: All about wife Jackie and his two daughters What is Adam Sandler's net worth? Sandler's net worth is estimated at a staggering $440 million, thanks to his career in films and comedy spanning over decades, as reported by Parade. In 2020 alone, he earned around $41 million. By 2023, his reported earnings soared to $73 million, making him the highest-paid actor of that year. With consistent box office hits and lucrative Netflix deals, the actor and comedian has maintained his bank balance well. Sandler is reportedly paid $20 million per film. This figure excludes the box office points, which must bring his grand total for a movie to even higher if it turns into a box office blockbuster. His films have collectively grossed over $3 billion at the box office in ticket sales. Also Read: 'Happy Gilmore 2' budget and how much did Adam Sandler get paid for Netflix movie Adam Sandler's earnings from original Happy Gilmore Happy Gilmore, which was released in 1996, was made on a $12 million budget and ended with a gross collection of $41 million. The film not only cemented his presence at the box office, but he reportedly also earned a $2 million salary. The same year, though Bulletproof underperformed, Sandler made a huge comeback in 1998 with The Wedding Singer. The movie turned out to be a box office hit as it earned $123 million on just an $18 million budget.
Metro
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Adolescence star Ashley Walters was 'banned from US due to criminal record'
From Top Boy to Bulletproof and Adolescence, it's fair to say that Ashley Walters is one of the shining talents in British acting today. Through sheer determination, the 43-year-old, who was born in south London, has forged a lucrative pathway for himself in the industry. Following the breakout success of Philip Barantini's Emmy-nominated Adolescence on Netflix, which starred Stephen Graham and Owen Cooper, Walters is currently working on an M. Night Shyamalan supernatural thriller called Remain alongside Jake Gyllenhaal. This came after Steven Spielberg's office called him asking him to consider a role in his latest film. However, many fans might not realise that this is Ashley's first ever major role in a US movie. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. Speaking to Variety, the actor shed light on his long journey to success and how he was 'basically banned' from America for two decades due to his criminal record. 'Five years ago there was absolutely no chance that I was going to be in this position,' Ashley told the publication. 'I was basically banned from the country. There were visa issues. I had a criminal record.' In 2002, Walters – who was just 19 – was sentenced to 18 months in a young offenders institution for possession of an illegal firearm. Despite having already appeared on a number of TV roles, including BBC's Grange Hill, after his first acting role at the age of 10 in The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, Walters was known for being in the hip hop group the So Solid Crew. In the end, he only ended up serving seven months of his sentence after promising to focus on acting. He said: 'After a few years of not being able to get a visa, I said to myself, 'Well, it's not going to happen for me, I've got to make do with what I've got and fulfil my career and my destiny here in the U.K.' So I kind of stopped worrying about it.' Taking that advice, he began to build his acting profile, winning best newcomer at the British Independent Film Award for his lead performance in Saul Dibb's Bullet Boy in 2004. Other roles included Speed Racer and 50 Cent's Get Rich or Die Tryin, which was filmed in Ireland. His career then truly began to take off after the 2011 gangland drama series Top Boy, which was pulled from Channel 4 in 2014, but flourished again on Netflix five years later. View More » Now, with numerous opportunities presenting themselves to him in the States, Ashley concluded by saying: 'It's another reason why I cherish this moment so much. I want to do everything I can before someone takes away that visa on my passport.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: TV fans convinced heart-racing Netflix thriller shows 'Suranne Jones at her best' MORE: Top Boy actor Micheal Ward charged with rape and sexual assault MORE: WWE star demonstrates how broken finger 'still won't bend from knuckle to tip'
Express Tribune
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
From prison bars to Emmy buzz: ‘Adolescence' star Ashley Walters' wild Hollywood comeback shocks fans
Ashley Walters' Hollywood breakthrough reads like a plot twist nobody saw coming. The former So Solid Crew rapper turned actor, once jailed for gun possession and barred from entering the United States, is now rubbing shoulders with Steven Spielberg and M. Night Shyamalan and he's up for an Emmy. In 2002, Walters, then 19, was sentenced to 18 months in a young offenders' institution for possession of a firearm. The conviction left a stain on his career and shut him out of the American industry for years. 'I was basically banned from the country,' he admitted. While he built a name in the UK through gritty dramas like Top Boy and co-creating Bulletproof, the global stage remained out of reach. That all changed with Adolescence. The Netflix series, which became the platform's most-watched show of 2025 with 145 million views, not only catapulted Walters into awards contention but reopened doors once slammed shut. 'Five years ago, there was absolutely no chance that I was going to be in this position,' he said through tears to his close friend and co-star Stephen Graham. Now filming Shyamalan's supernatural thriller Remain alongside Jake Gyllenhaal, Walters is finally living the Hollywood dream he once gave up on. Spielberg's team reportedly reached out after Adolescence, and a major new TV role is already lined up, written specifically for him. Ironically, Walters had been preparing to quit acting entirely before Adolescence reignited his screen career. He was deep into directing his passion project Animol, a film inspired by his own time behind bars. The shoot is now on hold as his acting resurgence takes centre stage. From Peckham to Emmy-nominated prestige, Walters' redemption arc is nearly unbelievable, even to him. 'It's crazy, it's nuts, it's surreal,' he said. 'Man, this boy from Peckham!'
Cosmopolitan
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Kim Carnes Reacts to JoJo Siwa's 'Bette Davis Eyes' Cover
JoJo Siwa is back with new of. The multihyphenate has released an official cover of Kim Carnes' classic '80s hit, 'Bette Davis Eyes,' after singing a reimagined version dedicated to her boyfriend, Chris Hughes, during her concert in London on May 26. Kim, who originally dropped the dreamy track in 1981, seemingly reacted to JoJo's cover in a since-deleted video she posted to TikTok on July 9. According to E! News, Kim shared a clip from the song's music video with a message about the factors that go into a 'quality singing performance.' 'There is a difference between singing a song.... And embodying it....' Kim reportedly wrote. 'I've always believed authenticity is what makes music timeless. I'm forever grateful to be the voice behind this one..... 'Bette Davis Eyes.'' JoJo began teasing a studio version of the cover with a slew of vintage-inspired social media posts in July. 'After performing this song live and then seeing the beautiful response to it, I decided to go record a studio vocal…. I'm undecided if I should release it on Spotify or not,' the Dance Moms alum captioned her July 7 Instagram post. In the black-and-white clip, JoJo rocks an Old Hollywood bob hairstyle while singing the tune in her signature raspy voice. The 'Bulletproof' singer was initially met with criticism on her vocal abilities (more particularly, her rasp), but Chris came to her defense in her TikTok comments section with a sweet message, writing, 'Ugh so good, you're perfect,' amid comments that likened the clip to an 'anti-smoking commercial.' Listen to JoJo's full cover of 'Bette Davis Eyes,' below.
Scottish Sun
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge popstar and reality TV favourite pulls out of gig just days before taking to the stage
The star has also postponed her own 11-date tour NO SHOW Huge popstar and reality TV favourite pulls out of gig just days before taking to the stage Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) POP fans have been left gutted after one huge star pulled out of a massive gig just days before she was due on stage. The singer, 22, had been due to headline at a big Pride festival but has cancelled due to a "scheduling conflict". Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 JoJo Siwa has pulled out of a huge festival 6 She had been due to headline at Back Lot Bash in Chicago next week Credit: Getty 6 The event is a massive Pride inclusive event JoJo Siwa had been due to entertain thousands of fans at Back Lot Bash in Chicago next weekend. The Pride inclusive music festival is taking place across two days and JoJo was supposed to be headlining on Sunday June 29. But an announcement on Backlot Bash's official Instagram account today read: "Due to a scheduling conflict, JoJo Siwa will no longer be performing at Chicago's Back Lot Bash." No further information has been given by organisers and JoJo has not commented on the cancellation on her own social media accounts. In the lead up to this year's Back Lot Bash, the Bulletproof star had appeared as the main headshot on the event's promo flyers. On ticket website Do312 the festive had been billed as the '21st Annual Back Lot Bash with Jojo Siwa'. The news comes just days after Celebrity Big Brother star JoJo announced she was also postponing her American tour. The star had an 11-date run of gigs booked back home in the States in July. But during the week, JoJo - who has been practically inseparable with Chris Hughes since meeting him on CBB in April - dropped the bombshell. JoJo Siwa says she'll NEVER break up with Chris Hughes saying their relationship is 'earthquake proof' In a statement, the former Dance Moms star said: "I've got some news that breaks my heart to share... my US tour has to be postponed. "I promise I'll be back before you know it to perform for all the beautiful people in the US!... "Announcements will be coming soon, including some Europe shows!:). "Thank you so much for your understanding and support. I can't wait to see you all soon! "To my Dream Guest VIPs, my team will be reaching out to you individually to plan something special. "Refunds will be issued at point of purchase." New direction JoJo is believed to be plotting to spend more time in the UK amid her blossoming romance with former Love Island star Chris. She has also reportedly been 'dropped by Columbia Records' after they signed JoJo just one year ago. Other stars on the record label's books include Adele, Beyoncé and Harry Styles. But the dancer is no longer listed on Columbia's website, where she was previously featured. The Sun previously contacted JoJo's rep for comment following the claims about her future with the record label. In a recent interview with Hits Radio, JoJo spoke about her new music and hinted that she was going it alone. JoJo admitted she choreographed and directed the music video for her current song Bulletproof and was turning over a new leaf with "more genuine" songs. 6 JoJo has postponed her 11-date US tour Credit: Getty 6 The star is smitten with her Celebrity Big Brother co-star Chris Hughes Credit: w8media
