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7 days ago
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Chris Evans Addresses Skipping Cannes Film Festival 2025
was absent from the red carpet at the , where his latest film, Honey Don't!, made its highly anticipated premiere. While his co-stars and director were present at the film's debut, fans were quick to wonder why Evans was missing from the event. The Captain America star was noticeably absent from the red carpet when his latest film, Honey Don't!, premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. The comedy-mystery, directed by Ethan Coen, debuted during the festival's popular Midnight Screenings section. It made quite an impression, receiving a six-minute standing ovation from the audience at the Grand Theatre Lumiere. However, Chris Evans' absence from the premiere and red carpet prompted fans to wonder why he had skipped such a major event. He later clarified any speculation by sharing the reason for his absence on Instagram. In a story shared after the premiere, the actor explained that he decided to stay home for an important family celebration: his mother Lisa's 70th birthday. Evans wrote, 'I wish I could've been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes, but it was my mother's 70th birthday and there are some things you just can't miss!' Along with the message, he included a photo of his co-stars and director on the red carpet. The Red One star offered his congratulations and support by adding, 'Congrats everyone!!' Alongside Evans, Honey Don't! stars Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Charlie Day, and Billy Eichner in pivotal roles. Qualley, Plaza, and Day all attended the big premiere alongside Ethan Coen and posed for press photos. Chris Evans has often shared how much his family means to him. As one of four children, he spoke in a 2017 Esquire interview about how much he values close familial ties. The 43-year-old actor said, 'I've always loved stories about people who put their families before themselves. It's such a noble endeavor. You can't choose your family, as opposed to friends.' Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on The post Chris Evans Addresses Skipping Cannes Film Festival 2025 appeared first on Mandatory.
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7 days ago
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Hollywood star Chris Evans reveals why he skipped Cannes Film Festival
Chris Evans skipped the Cannes Film Festival in order to spend time with his mom. The 43-year-old actor has revealed via social media that he missed the premiere of 'Honey Don't!', his new comedy movie, in Cannes, because he wanted to spend time with his mom Lisa on her 70th birthday. The actor - who stars in 'Honey Don't!' alongside Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza and Charlie Day - wrote on Instagram Story: "I wish I could've been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes but it was my mother's 70th birthday and there are some things you just can't miss! Congrats everyone!! (sic)" Chris' co-stars - including Margaret, Aubrey and Charlie, as well as director Ethan Coen - did attend the movie's premiere at the world-famous film festival in the south of France. Meanwhile, Chris' mom previously revealed that her son always wanted to become an actor. Speaking to Esquire magazine in 2020, Lisa shared: "His focus became very myopic. "The director of the drama programme made the kids do Shakespeare and Dario Fo and Pirandello. Chris loved it. Even at that young age, you could tell he understood what he was reading. He would portray a character in a way that might be a little different than what you might expect. Just very interesting choices." Despite this, Chris used to fear becoming a well-known star. The Hollywood actor realised that taking on the role of Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe would change his life. Lisa shared: "His biggest fear was losing his anonymity. "He said, 'I have a career now where I can do work I really like. I can walk my dog. Nobody bothers me. Nobody wants to talk to me. I can go wherever I want. And the idea of losing that is terrifying to me.' "He would call and ask for my advice. I said to him, 'Look, you want to do acting work for the rest of your life? If you do this part, you will have the opportunity. You'll never have to worry about paying the rent. If you take the part, you just have to decide, It's not going to affect my life negatively - it will enable it.'"
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25-05-2025
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After His Big Movie With Margaret Qualley And Aubrey Plaza Received A 6-Minute Ovation At Cannes, Chris Evans Revealed Why He Didn't Attend — And The Reason Is Actually Really Sweet
This past week was the Cannes Film Festival, and as you may have seen, one of the big films that everyone seems to be talking about is the comedy-mystery Honey Don't! Directed by Ethan Coen, the film follows a detective investigating a series of mysterious deaths and their connection to a local church. It stars Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, and Chris Evans, with Charlie Day and Billy Eichner making up the supporting cast. The film premiered at Cannes on Friday, receiving an impressive six-minute standing ovation from viewers. Both Margaret and Aubrey attended the premiere, along with Charlie and Ethan — while Chris was noticeably absent. Related: After Being Accused Of Using "Too Much Ozempic" And Being "Very Thin," Julianne Hough Speaks Out Well, now we know why, and the reason is seriously melting my heart. It turns out, Chris skipped the event to celebrate his mom Lisa's 70th birthday. He made the revelation today on Instagram while congratulating the cast and crew on the Cannes premiere. Related: 9 Celebrities Who Have Endorsed Donald Trump In The Past Month "I wish I could've been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes, but it was my mother's 70th birthday and there are some things you just can't miss!" he said. Chris then gave a warm shoutout to the cast and crew next to a photo of them on the Cannes red carpet. "Congrats everyone!!" he added. As many know, Chris is a big family person, having come from a large family of six with two sisters, Carly and Shanna, and a brother, Scott. He talked about their "deep connection" in a 2017 interview with Esquire, saying, "In my own life, I have a deep connection with my family and the value of those bonds. I've always loved stories about people who put their families before themselves. It's such a noble endeavor. You can't choose your family, as opposed to friends." And he started building one of his own in 2023 when he married his longtime girlfriend, Alba Baptista. Knowing the value he places on family, people thought it was seriously so sweet how he still showed up for his mom amid such a big and important career moment. "That tracks," one Reddit user said of Chris's reason for missing Cannes. "He prioritizes and values family over everything else." "I get it," said another. "His mom is having a milestone of reaching 70." Aww, I hope they had a good time. Happy Birthday, Lisa, and congratulations on your film, Chris! Also in Celebrity: "It Was Not Right": Shailene Woodley Broke Her Silence About The Aaron Rodgers Breakup Also in Celebrity: Sophie Turner Opened Up About Her "Incredibly Sad" Split From Joe Jonas Also in Celebrity: 12 Celebs Who Came Out At A Young Age, And 13 Who Came Out Way Later In Life
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25-05-2025
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Aubrey Plaza Comforted By Co-Star On First Red Carpet Since Spouse's Death
returned to the public eye on Friday, making an emotional appearance at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, marking her first red carpet since the tragic death of her husband, filmmaker . In March, it was revealed that Plaza and Baena had quietly separated four months prior to his death. According to a report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, the pair had split in September 2024, and Aubrey Plaza was living in New York when Baena's body was discovered at his Los Angeles home. Two months after the tragic death of Baena, Plaza made a grand return to the red carpet. The "White Lotus" star stunned in a sheer nude beaded gown as she attended the French premiere of her latest film, "Honey Don't!," a dark comedy directed by Ethan Coen. In the film, Margaret Qualley plays Honey O'Donahue, a small-town private investigator drawn into a mysterious series of deaths, while Plaza stars as a police officer working alongside her. The movie is set to hit theaters on August 22. Plaza was joined at the premiere by co-stars Qualley, Charlie Day, Talia Ryder, Lera Abova, as well as Coen and co-writer Tricia Cooke. In one touching moment, captured on video from the event, Qualley was seen quickly moving to Plaza's side, offering comfort as the two posed for photographers. Plaza also sparked curiosity at one point with a seemingly surprised expression, glancing off-camera, though it's unclear what prompted the moment. While the Cannes event marks Aubrey Plaza's first official red carpet appearance since the death of her husband, it wasn't her first time in the spotlight. The actress previously appeared at the "Saturday Night Live 50th" anniversary special and was spotted out in Los Angeles in late March. Days later, Plaza was photographed stepping out solo, accompanied by her beloved rescue dog, Frankie. All of this comes just weeks after Baena's suicide in January at the age of 47. The autopsy report revealed that Baena had been 'experiencing marital difficulties' and had been attending therapy in the months leading up to his death. It also noted that Plaza, whose name was redacted in the final documents, had spoken to Baena the night before he died and had previously arranged a welfare check in October 2024 after he made concerning remarks. Tragically, the "White Lotus" actress received a final text from him on the morning of January 3, just before he was found by a dog walker who entered the home after hearing loud music, an unusual occurrence that raised alarm. There were no drugs or alcohol found in Baena's system at the time of his death. Plaza and Baena began dating in 2011, bonding over their mutual love of cinema, a shared passion that led to both creative and romantic collaborations. Shortly after news broke of Baena's tragic passing, a representative for Plaza released a heartfelt statement on behalf of the actress, marking her first public acknowledgment of her husband's death. 'This is an unimaginable tragedy. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support. Please respect our privacy during this time,' the rep shared in a statement obtained by the Daily Mail. The devastating news came just ahead of the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, where Plaza had been scheduled to present. The "Agatha All Along" star ultimately did not attend the ceremony, understandably stepping back from public appearances amid the loss. During the Golden Globes, "The Brutalist" director Brady Corbet took a moment to honor Plaza while accepting the Best Director award, telling the audience, 'Finally, tonight, my heart is with Aubrey Plaza and Jeff's family. Good night.' If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Please contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for free and confidential support, 24/7.
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24-05-2025
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Aubrey Plaza makes red carpet return after private tragedy
Aubrey Plaza made her first return to the red carpet since her husband Jeff Baena's death at the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of her upcoming film, Honey Don't! The actress was photographed on Friday wearing a gem-embellished, sleeveless, nude floor-length dress, as she posed with her co-stars Margaret Qualley and Charlie Day, and filmmakers Ethan Coen and Tricia Cooke. Plaza's look also featured a matching corset underneath. The actress — who was seen with a big smile — went with a simple makeup look, sporting black eyeliner and a nude lip colour for the glamorous outing. Plaza, 40, made her first public appearance after losing her husband in February during the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary special to introduce one of the evening's performances. The televised appearance came after the Agatha All Along star had been living a private life on social media. She deactivated her Instagram account in January as she privately grieved. In March, it was revealed that Plaza and Baena had been separated for four months prior to his unexpected death. A report released by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner revealed he 'had a phone conversation with his wife' just before he died. Plaza 'confirmed' the separation on January 3 when authorities spoke to her on the phone, the report added. Baena died by suicide on January 3. He was found unresponsive inside his Los Angeles-area home by an assistant, TMZ reported at the time. He was 47. 'This is an unimaginable tragedy. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support,' Plaza said in a joint statement with Baena's family. 'Please respect our privacy during this time.'
