Latest news with #LikeMike
Metro
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Stuart Little child star's heartbreaking career announcement 26 years after hit movie
Former child star Jonathan Lipnicki is still hoping to recapture his early Hollywood success. The Jerry Maguire star rose to fame at just five years old alongside Tom Cruise and Renee Zellweger in the 1996 hit, and he had a leading role alongside the titular mouse in Stuart Little three years later. This led to major parts in 2000's The Little Vampire and 2002's Like Mike, but he hasn't seen the same level of success as an adult. 'I pray every night for clarity on where I need to go, and I'm confident the best is yet to come for me,' he told People. 'And I think you just have to believe that. If you're going to pursue this, you're doing yourself a disservice not to dream big.' He acknowledge that he 'had some really good things that happened' when he was a youngster, but it's not followed as he's got older. He added: 'It's totally fine to say I'm not where I want to be career-wise.' Jonathan – who even had a stint on Celebs Go Dating in the past – is keen to act 'for the rest of his life', and he's working hard to maintain his self-believe 'it's going to happen'. After his early roles, he returned to high school and then took acting classes before landing parts in some independent films, as well as theatre shows in Los Angeles. 'I've had half-and-half in my adult career where there are some things that were really good and nobody saw them,' he admitted. Although he doesn't regret any of his choices, he's become more mindful about the roles he takes on. 'To be quite honest, I said no to about five movies in the last year,' he added, as he 'really wants to turn this ship around'. He has even explored the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) and got himself into incredible shape. More Trending Despite his family running a company that promotes MMA fights, he's much more interested in reigniting his acting career. He's maintained steady work since returning to the business, with two films in 2016, while the following year he had six feature films and one short. In the years before and after the pandemic, he's had one or two each year, and he recently made a guest appearance on TBS' The Joe Schhmo Show. He played a fictional, egomaniac version of himself on the programme, which pushed him out of his comfort zone, and quipped: 'There was something empowering about that in a weird way.' 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: Harry Styles unexpectedly spotted in St Peter's Square for announcement of new pope MORE: Fifty Shades director James Foley dies aged 71 after 'years-long struggle' MORE: Pierce Brosnan reveals Robin Williams had 'really blue' jokes on Mrs Doubtfire set
New York Post
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Jerry Maguire' child star Jonathan Lipnicki reveals heartbreaking life update: ‘I pray every night'
Former child actor Jonathan Lipnicki's career didn't go in the direction he wanted. Lipnicki rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s for his film roles in 'Jerry Maguire,' 'Like Mike,' 'Stuart Little' and its sequel, and his TV role in 'Dawson's Creek.' But in a new interview with People, Lipnicki revealed his career has taken a devastating career in adulthood. 12 Jonathan Lipnicki at the 2nd Jewish Media in NYC in Nov. 2024. Getty Images for JITC Hollywood Bureau 12 Jonathan Lipnicki. Jonathan Lipnicki/Instagram 'It's totally fine to say I'm not where I want to be career-wise,' Lipnicki said, which he's 'all right' with for now. 'Everything we're doing in this life is nearly impossible,' he continued. 'This is the thing I want to do for the rest of my life, and I think you just have to believe it's going to happen and do everything in your power to take action in the right direction.' 12 Jonathan Lipnicki in 'Stuart Little 2.' ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection 12 Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise with Jonathan Lipnicki at the 'Jerry Maguire' in 1996. Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images 12 Jonathan Lipnicki on 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' in 1997. NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images The 'Little Vampire' star acknowledged that his adult career has been 'half-and-half where there are some things that were really good and nobody saw them.' He said that while he's had no 'regrets' he's much more 'careful' about the roles he chooses today. 12 Jonathan Lipnicki in a photo from Nov. 2024. Jonathan Lipnicki/Instagram 12 Jonathan Lipnicki in 'The Little Vampire' in 2000. ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection 'To be quite honest, I said no to about five movies in the last year,' Lipnicki shared. 'I just really want to turn this ship around.' The actor added, 'And I pray every night for clarity on where I need to go, and I'm confident the best is yet to come for me. And I think you just have to believe that. If you're going to pursue this, you're doing yourself a disservice not to dream big.' 12 Tom Cruise and Jonathan Lipnicki in a scene from 'Jerry Maguire.' Getty Images 12 Jonathan Lipnicki in the CBS TV series 'Meego.' CBS via Getty Images 12 Rollo Weeks, Jonathan Lipnicki in 'Little Vampire.' ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection In the last few years, Lipnicki has been in several short films that weren't popular. He also starred in the 2024 slasher film 'Camp Pleasant Lake' which has a 20% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. His latest gig on the prank series 'The Joe Schmo Show' was 'outside his comfort zone' and 'a step in the right direction,' Lipnicki told People. 12 Jonathan Lipnicki in 2024's 'Camp Pleasant Lake.' Courtesy Everett Collection 'As an actor growing up in this industry, you want to be on your best behavior, and I got to be on my worst,' he shared. Lipnicki famously played Renée Zellweger's son in 1996's 'Jerry Maguire,' starring alongside Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr., Kelly Preston, Jay Mohr, Bonnie Hunt and Regina King. 12 Jonathan Lipnicki at the 'Jerry Maguire' premiere in New York in 1996. Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images He also starred as the eldest Little son in the 1999 'Stuart Little' movie and the 2002 sequel. On 'Dawson's Creek,' Lipnicki played Buzz Thompson, a 9-year-old who is abandoned by his father and becomes mentored by Pacey (Joshua Jackson).
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"After that, I never saw my Iversons again" - Bow Wow recalls his unfortunate first meeting with MJ
American rapper Shad Gregory "Bow Wow" Moss is known for his role in the 2002 film "Like Mike." In that movie, Moss plays Calvin Cambridge, a 13-year-old orphan who became an NBA superstar after acquiring Michael Jordan's skills from wearing an old pair of sneakers that once belonged to Mike. In real life, however, it was different. Although he grew up close to MJ's son Marcus, Bow Wow resonated with Philadelphia 76ers superstar Allen Iverson mainly because of A.I.'s diminutive stature and hip-hop persona. That got Shad in trouble during his first meeting with Mr. Jordan. "I wore Reeboks at the house. I wore some Iversons. That was my guy. After Marcus' dad retired, A.I. was my man. The tatt, the braid, I just saw me. So I'm in the house of the Iversons," said Moss during his recent appearance on "Club Shay Shay." Bow Wow started his entertainment career at the age of six when he was discovered by Snoop Dogg. As "Li'l Bow Wow," he released his first album at the age of 13 in 2000. A year later, Moss became the featured performer of the "Scream Tour," which ran every summer from 2001-2012. Every time the tour hit Chicago, Bow would hit up with Marcus and he would stay at the Jordan's 56,000-square foot mansion in Highland Park. Unfortunately, his buddy did not give him the memo on what footwear is allowed in MJ's presence. "And so me and Marcus, in his room, we wake up in the morning," recalled Bow Wow. "I can see that door crack open like a father, like a real dad. "Hey, whose bullsh** is this?" And Marcus was like, 'I don't know, you already know it, don't even look at me.' I'm on the floor sleeping, and I'm like, "Huh?" He like, 'This yours, Bow?' and I'm like, 'Yeah.' Sh** is going in the trash...'Michael, man, get this little man some kicks.' Man, after that, I never saw my Iversons again. Threw my Iversons away, gone." Bow Wow was not the only one who lost his beloved pair of shoes inside the hallowed halls of the Jordan residence. Mike's footwear rule applied to everyone who stepped inside his abode, including his children. "His Airness" did not even make an exception for the Jordan princess - his only daughter Jasmine, who once told the story of her dad trashing her favorite Skechers shoes. "It didn't matter what pair they were. It didn't matter who bought them. If they were in his house and they were on my feet, by the next day, they were in the trash," said Jasmine. "I used to beg him, 'Please, let me get the light-up Skechers!' Or the shoes with the wheels. He would let me wear them for a day, then the next day they would end up in the trash." The Air Jordan shoe isn't just the most successful basketball shoe of all time. It's part of the Jordan mystique. And for MJ, no other shoe or brand deserves to take a single step inside his property. That policy is non-negotiable.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Eli Manning took on Caitlin Clark in Pop-A-Shot and won
Eli Manning has more game than just being a quarterback. The former New York Giants star took on women's basketball icon Caitlin Clark in Pop-A-Shot and downed the Indiana Fever star. The players stepped up to the game and started to shoot their shots. Manning started slow, falling behind 3-0, but caught fire and found his rhythm. In the end, the quarterback throttled the guard, 76-51. Eli challenges Caitlin Clark to a game of Pop-A-Shot! 🏀Watch The Eli Manning Show: — New York Giants (@Giants) March 6, 2025 Clark recovered enough to tell everyone what her three favorite basketball movies are. Start, Bench, Cut 🎥: Like Mike, Space Jam, Coach CarterWatch The Eli Manning Show: — New York Giants (@Giants) March 8, 2025 She also played rapid fire on some questions and explained who she would like to have dinner with. Hint: She plays tennis. Rapid fire questions with Caitlin Clark 🚨Watch The Eli Manning Show: — New York Giants (@Giants) March 7, 2025 Clark, a Midwesterner, did get in the last shot, telling Eli her favorite NFL player was the former Giant star's brother, Peyton. Caitlin's favorite former NFL player 'She's gonna say Peyton I know it''I'm going Peyton. I actually had a Peyton Manning jersey growing up not to make you mad Eli.''It makes me very mad''Can I get a signed jersey? Then you'll move into first place.' — correlation (@nosyone4) March 6, 2025 This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Eli Manning played Caitlin Clark in a basketball game of sorts
