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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Enimen Reunites With Original 'Stan' Actor 25 Years Later
Released in November 2000, "Stan" is called one of Eminem's best and is considered his signature alongside "The Real Slim Shady" and "Lose Yourself". The song became iconic, with the music video following its fame, directed by Dr. Dre and Philip Atwell. The music video is a literal interpretation of the song, starring Devon Sawa as Stan. Sawa was 23 years old and well into his acting career, having led Final Destination as Alex Browning. In the "Stan" music video, Sawa played the titular character of an obsessed superfan who begins writing letters to Eminem and grows increasingly unhinged when he doesn't reply. Now 25 years later, Eminem and Sawa reunited at the rapper's New York City premiere of his documentary movie titled Stans. According to Entertainment Tonight, Eminem not only snapped a photo with Sawa, but with the actor's 11-year-old son, Hudson. Looking back at the music video, Sawa commented, "I'm very flattered that I was in a music video that's lasted so long. I mean, clearly Eminem's ahead of his time." "Eminem's still as gracious and kind as I remember him from 25 years ago," added the actor. "The bonus was meeting my son, who gets to go into middle school with what might be the coolest what did you do over the summer story." In an interview with The Daily Mail, Sawa looks back to filming the music video and remembers not having a lot of scenes with Eminem, "but I remember him being focused and just there to work. He was there to work - that's what I remember." When it comes to how he got the "Stan" role in the first place, Sawa admits he doesn't know why he was offered the role over Macaulay Culkin. "I'll never really know the answer to that, but what I heard was that Dr. Dre [Eminem's longtime producer] was a huge Final Destinations fan and made a suggestion to the team about me, and somehow a friend of a friend knew somebody - a call on a landline - back in the landline days, and they were like, 'Do you want to be in the music video?'," explained Sawa. He met Dr. Dre for lunch one day to discuss the music video, met Eminem a few weeks later, and the rest was history. Eminem's Stans movie is currently in theaters for a limited time only. Enimen Reunites With Original 'Stan' Actor 25 Years Later first appeared on Men's Journal on Aug 8, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Original 'Stan' actor reveals what Eminem was REALLY like 25 years ago
The Canadian actor who famously played Stan in Eminem 's iconic music video revealed what it was like working with the famous rapper 25 years ago. Devon Sawa, 46, played the obsessive fan who idolizes Eminem in the 52-year-old singer's 2000 Stan music video, which features the singer Dido. In an interview with the Daily Mail, which took place at the Stans pop-up in New York City on August 6, Devon recalled briefly working with Eminem - whose real name is Marshall Mathers - on set of the music video and explained why there's a 'mystique' about him. 'He was there [on set]. He did the scene where he comes out in the cold. He does the [meet and greet at the] table and then his bus stop [writing the letter] was separately, so we didn't have a lot together. 'But I remember him being focused and just there to work. He was there to work - that's what I remember.' Eminem and Devon first met in the recording studio after he was hired to play the crazed fan - a role he admitted he has yet to know the real reason for why he was approached. It was initially offered to Macaulay Culkin. 'I'll never really know the answer to that, but what I heard was that Dr. Dre [Eminem's longtime producer] was a huge Final Destinations fan and made a suggestion to the team about me, and somehow a friend of a friend knew somebody - a call on a landline - back in the landline days, and they were like, "Do you want to be in the music video?"' 'I met [Dr. Dre] for lunch and we spoke a little bit and then he sent me down to the studio where Em was recording something - I don't know what - and I met him and two weeks later we were on set for Stan,' Devon shared. He went on to say that, at the time, he didn't believe he actually looked like Eminem - until he had help from the stylists on set. 'I didn't feel that, but when we got on set together they cut my hair, they bleached it,' he recounted. 'We did this one scene in the mirror, and they were having a hard time telling who was who. We were pretty close back then [looks-wise].' Surprised by how renowned the music video has become, Devon said, 'I never, in a million years, thought we'd be shooting [a music video] that has lasted this long, and never mind, has created a word ["Stan"] for the dictionary. It's very weird.' The Final Destination actor has, sadly, not stayed in touch with Eminem all of these years, mainly because he believes the Happy Gilmore 2 star is 'hard to get a hold of.' 'I have gone a whole weird path and left acting for a bit, came back and started doing stuff and, apparently, he's really hard to get a hold of,' he insisted. Devon told the Daily Mail: 'I never, in a million years, thought we'd be shooting [a music video] that has lasted this long, and never mind, has created a word ("Stan") for the dictionary' 'It's not like I can just call him... There's certainly a mystique about Eminem.' Little did he know that later on in the evening, he would get the chance to reunite with the 15-time Grammy winner - and this time, introduce him to his son, Hudson, as well. '25 years ago I worked with one of the greatest musicians of all time. Today he met my son. What a ride,' Devon captioned a heartfelt photo of his son with the rapper. Eminem, for his part, recently became a grandfather for the first time when his daughter, Hailie Jade, welcomed a baby boy, Elliot Marshall, with her husband Evan McClintock in April. Earlier in the day on August 6, the Stans pop-up, presented by Complex, hosted a look-alike contestant, which drew many fans to join in on the fun. Devon was on hand to help select the winner, while 'Stans' wondered if the music legend would make a surprise appearance. After Eminem was nowhere to be seen, he ended up surprising the audience at the Stans documentary premiere event, which took place on The Rooftop at Pier 17 and was attended by hundreds of fans. The documentary Stans hit theaters on August 7, featuring rare archival footage, intimate interviews, and an exclusive original interview with Eminem himself as it explores the journey across his career and fan base. He told the screaming crowd, 'When I was writing this song I didn't understand the impact my music was having on people at the time, and it was really surreal to me - and it's still surreal to this day to look out here and see all you, and the fact that my music has inspired you. 'This film is a thank you to all of you for sticking by me for this whole f**king time… I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.' Ahead of seeing Slim Shady for the first time in 25 years, Devon told the Daily Mail what he would say if he were to see him again. 'I would just say, "What's up?" I would just say that I've enjoyed his journey as an artist. I'm still a fan.' He continued: 'I would try not to be a Stan. I would try my best not to be a crazy Stan, but yeah, I'm proud of what he's done.' The Heart Eyes actor was able to get an advanced screening of the documentary before it premiered in New York City on Wednesday. Sharing his reaction, Devon revealed, 'I have seen documentary. It's powerful. It's emotional at times. You know, the whole thing with the documentary is that they're using Stan to kind of tell Eminem's stories. So, there's much more going on than just the Stan - that's actually just a small part of the documentary.' Devon, who continues to shoot films, said he's never gotten into the recording studio, himself, and has only appeared in this one iconic music video. 'If you're gonna be in a music video, this is like [up here], you know. This is it. I did the music video and I'm done with that,' he said. 'You got this handful of things that you're really, really proud of and this is definitely one of those things.'
Al Bawaba
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Eminem makes a surprise appearance at 'Stans' premiere
Published August 7th, 2025 - 07:27 GMT ALBAWABA - Iconic Detroit rapper Eminem recently shocked his fans after making a surprise appearance at the world premiere of his documentary "Stans" in New York City. The event took place at The Rooftop at Pier 17, with Eminem showing up on stage to celebrate the documentary's world premiere. The rapper added during his speech, "It is so crazy to me that over my career I was able to impact people." However, the renowned rapper was forced to pause a few times in response to shouting fans. According to a video flooding social media, a fan kept yelling, "I love you," and after several yells, Eminem responded, "I love you too, God damnit." — The Eminem Bible (@Shadyind) August 7, 2025 "Stan" is considered one of Eminem's most impactful and popular songs. The track's iconic music video and lyrics featured a fictional story about an obsessed fan going to extreme levels, while showcasing his mental health deteriorating by the minute. While fictional, the rapper did reveal that he took reference from real-life experiences with intense fan mail. The song also explores heavy subjects like mental issues, suicide, and obsession to raise awareness among passionate fans of the rapper. Eminem expressed how he didn't expect "Stan" to be "such a big deal when he was writing it. Devon Sawa, the actor featured in the "Stan" music video, also made a surprise appearance at the event, 25 years later, alongside his son, who took a picture with the iconic rapper. Sawa took to Instagram with a heartfelt message and wrote, "25 years ago I worked with one of the greatest musicians of all time. Today he met my son. What a ride." THIS IS COOL: The original actor from Eminem's iconic 'Stan' music video, Devon Sawa, pulled up to the Stans documentary pop up today in NYC ✍️ Crazy how 25 years later, the word has been cemented in pop culture… — Joey (@gothamhiphop) August 7, 2025 © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Daily Record
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Original cast of Final Destination now from ditching fame to heartbreaking tragedy
The first Final Destination movie was released in 2000 and saw the likes of Devon Sawa, Ali Larter, Seann William Scott and Tony Todd take on the roles of high school students Even after 25 years since its spine-chilling premiere, Final Destination remains a hallmark of early 2000s horror cinema. The concept of death possessing a sentient consciousness capable of pursuing individuals, the terrifying plane crash scene, and a string of shocking fatalities have left an indelible mark on a generation. The film was a resounding success, earning cult classic status and becoming deeply embedded in cinematic culture. It spawned one of the most profitable franchises in movie history, with five additional films released since its original debut in 2000. But what happened to the young actors who portrayed high school students in the initial films? From garnering critical praise at esteemed award ceremonies to experiencing their own tragic losses, the journeys of the original cast members have been nearly as dramatic as the film itself, reports the Mirror US. Devon Sawa - Alex Browning Having lent his voice to Casper the friendly ghost at just 16, Devon Sawa continued his foray into supernatural cinema with Final Destination. Post-Final Destination, he maintained his affinity for horror roles, featuring in several of the franchise's reboots. He did take a hiatus from Hollywood, partly due to battling addiction and the pressures of the industry. However, he has since made a comeback, appearing in various horror TV series such as Chucky, Heart Eyes, and Bunker. Ali Larter - Clear Rivers Following her role as Clear Rivers, Ali Larter carved out a successful career in Hollywood, featuring in films such as Legally Blonde and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, while also maintaining her horror credentials with roles in the Resident Evil franchise. More recently, Ali has been seen in the Texan oil drilling drama Landman, sharing screen time with big names like Billy Bob Thornton, Jon Hamm and Demi Moore. In 2009, she tied the knot with her long-term partner Haynes MacArthur, and they now have two children together. Kerr Smith - Carter Horton A heartthrob of the 1990s, Kerr is perhaps best remembered for his portrayal of Jack McPhee in the teen drama Dawson's Creek. Fast forward nearly two decades since the show wrapped up, and the 53-year-old can be found enjoying outdoor pursuits such as camping, cycling, and skiing in the Utah mountains. He and his wife, Lisa, jointly run TerraLife, a wellness company specialising in holistic health coaching, functional nutrition, and natural hormone balancing. Post-Final Destination, Kerr continued to work predominantly in television, making appearances in shows like Charmed, CSI: NY, Eli Stone, The Fosters and Agents of S. H. I. E. L. D. Kristen Cloke - Valerie Lewton Beyond Final Destination, Kristen Cloke might be most recognised for her breakout role in Space: Above and Beyond or her recurring part in the equally chilling X-files, where she met her future husband, producer Glen Morgan. Over the subsequent decades, she remained active in the acting scene, snagging parts in the horror flick Black Christmas, the brief film Tips and, notably, a performance in Greta Gerwig's critically acclaimed Lady Bird, which garnered multiple Oscar nominations. Seann William Scott - Billy Hitchcock A quintessential figure of 90s teen cinema, Sean was a key player in some of the era's most memorable comedies, taking on roles in the American Pie series and The Dukes of Hazzard. Fast forward to 2025, he's seen sharing the screen with Tim Allen in the sitcom Shifting Gears, and there's buzz that he'll provide his voice for the forthcoming animated movie Ice Age 6. Tony Todd - William Bludworth Tony Todd has long been an established name in the horror genre, not least because of his notably deep, gravely vocal tone which also won him various opportunities in voice acting. He is perhaps best recognised for his portrayal of Bludworth in Final Destination and its sequels, including this year's installment, Final Destination Bloodline. Tony's iconic role as the eponymous character in the Candyman series stands out, but his career also covered films like Platoon and Night of the Living Dead, among numerous others. Sadly, Tony passed away in November 2024 at the age of 69 following a battle with stomach cancer. During his final appearance in the latest Final Destination movie, produced amidst his illness, the team permitted him to ad-lib his concluding words: "Life is precious, enjoy every single second, you never know when. Good luck."
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Final Destination: Bloodlines Slaughters The Box Office Competition, While Hurry Up Tomorrow Shows No Sense Of Urgency
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. We've seen some truly wild Final Destination death scenes over the years, as the reaper comes to call on those who manage to (at least temporarily) evade tragedy. It also turns out that after 14 years without a fix, moviegoers were hungry for more. Final Destination: Bloodlines exceeded expectations with a franchise-high $51 million opening weekend domestically amid the 2025 movie calendar — a performance that was matched in international markets. It was a good weekend overall for Warner Bros., with Sinners and A Minecraft Movie still going strong, but the same can't be said for The Weeknd's Hurry Up Tomorrow, which underperformed to take sixth place. Take a look at the full Top 10 chart, as reported by The Numbers, and then we'll break it all down below. TITLE WEEKEND GROSS DOMESTIC GROSS LW THTRS 1. Final Destination: Bloodlines* $51,000,000 $51,000,000 N/A 3,523 2. Thunderbolts* $16,536,000 $155,427,643 1 3,960 3. Sinners $15,425,000 $240,796,000 2 3,518 4. A Minecraft Movie $5,870,000 $416,640,000 3 3,357 5. The Accountant 2 $4,959,111 $59,072,457 4 3,402 6. Hurry Up Tomorrow* $3,300,000 $3,300,000 N/A 2,020 7. Friendship $1,400,280 $2,043,436 13 60 8. Clown in a Cornfield $1,333,000 $6,329,779 5 2,277 9. Until Dawn $800,000 $19,623,031 8 1,706 10. The Amateur $712,000 $40,149,087 9 850 Death may come for us all, but there's plenty of life still left in the Final Destination franchise a quarter-century after Devon Sawa and his buds first disembarked their plane ahead of its fiery crash. Final Destination: Bloodlines opened to $51 million in domestic ticket sales and, strangely, $51 million internationally as well to earn a total of $102 million around the globe in its first three days in theaters. Given the fact that this film was made for just $50 million (before marketing costs), per Variety, and projected to earn about $40 million in its first three days, I'd say this is a big win for directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein. Bloodlines' franchise-high opening easily beats the series' previous most successful chapter — the fourth movie, titled just The Final Destination — which opened in 2009 to $27.4 million in the U.S. and Canada before going on to earn a total of $66.5 million domestically and $187.4 million worldwide by the end of its theatrical run. With its $51 million, the 2025 horror movie has already beaten the entire North American run of its predecessor, 2011's Final Destination 5, which brought in $18 million on opening weekend and $42.6 million domestically overall ($155 million worldwide). Horror Fans Show Up For One Of Tony Todd's Final Roles There were reasons to believe Final Destination: Bloodlines would see some success. In addition to being the only movie in the franchise to be Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, our own Eric Eisenberg wrote in CinemaBlend's review of Bloodlines that this is the movie he's been waiting to see for 14 years. It's also likely that horror movie fans turned up to see one of Tony Todd's final roles. The actor — who often had foreboding warnings about death for the eventual victims as he portrayed the mysterious William Bludworth in several Final Destination movies — died in November 2024 at the age of 69. He is likely best known for his titular role in Candyman, one of the greatest horror movies of all time. It will be intriguing to see how Final Destination: Bloodlines continues to perform at the box office, with some big titles on the way. The competition will be strong, but horror fans have been feasting this year, and this latest offering is getting some great word-of-mouth advertising from stunts like its 4DX 'Death Chair' experience and how it set a morbidly impressive Guinness World Record during filming. Despite hopes of bringing in between $5 million and $7 million Friday through Sunday, Hurry Up Tomorrow earned just $3.3 million for an opening outside of the week's Top 5. The film is a companion piece to The Weeknd's new album of the same name and stars the four-time Grammy winner as a fictionalized version of himself on the verge of a breakdown. It's at that point that he gets pulled into an existential odyssey by a mysterious fan (Jenna Ortega in a seriously twisted performance). It looks like more bad news for the Wednesday star, whose March release, Death of a Unicorn, also failed to connect with audiences. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes panned Hurry Up Tomorrow to the tune of 13%; however, fans seemed to be much more in tune with The Weeknd's work, as the Popcornmeter had a rating of 70%. Meanwhile, Thunderbolts* and Sinners held strong in the second and third positions of this week's earnings, finishing approximately $1 million away from each other, according to estimates. Michael B. Jordan's vampire flick even crossed a big milestone this week, surpassing $300 million worldwide for a grand total so far of $308.7 million, where it remains at the sixth-most successful movie of the year globally, right behind Thunderbolts*. Domestically, Sinners sits in second place behind A Minecraft Movie as the top 2025 domestic offerings. They may not want to get too comfortable there, though. Next weekend sees both Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning and the Lilo & Stitch live-action remake hitting theaters. Will this mean the beginning of the end for Jack Black's video game-based movie? Possibly, though I can see multiple upcoming family friendly movies having simultaneous success, especially in the summer months with kids out of school. We'll have to see. Next week will also see Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd's Friendship getting its wide release. The new A24 flick managed to make an appearance on this week's chart despite being shown in just 60 theaters. As a fan of I Think You Should Leave, Detroiters and all things Paul Rudd, I'm excited to see how people respond to the gonzo levels of discomfort this movie surely brings. We'll be back next week to break down everything that happens, so be sure to check back to CinemaBlend.
