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Daily Mail
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Esme Creed-Miles appears to confirm engagement to girlfriend Daisy Maybe as Hanna actress shares adorable new snaps with very telling clue
Soon to play hopeless romantic Marianne Dashwood in the new film adaptation of Sense And Sensibility, Samantha Morton's daughter Esme Creed-Miles is enjoying her own love story off screen. After coming out as a lesbian earlier this year, the 25-year-old has made a very modern declaration of love for her girlfriend Daisy Maybe. Esme, whose father is actor Charlie Creed-Miles, posted a picture of the British singer and model, and captioned it with engagement ring and love heart emojis, prompting much speculation the couple plan to tie the knot. They were congratulated by friends such as Noel Gallagher 's daughter Anais, who wrote in a caption: 'Congrats.' DailyMail has contacted Esme's representative for comment. It comes after it was announced that Esme is set to join Daisy Edgar-Jones in a new adaptation of Jane Austen's novel. Esme, whose father is actor Charlie Creed-Miles, posted a picture of the British singer and model, and captioned it with engagement ring and love heart emojis, prompting much speculation the couple plan to tie the knot Sense and Sensibility is the story of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, as they come of age. They are forced to leave their family estate after the death of their father and move with their mother and younger sister, Margaret, to a cottage in rural Devonshire. The novel details their experiences of love and loss, and the pressures of late 18th-century England. The upcoming remake will follow the 1995 Oscar-winning film starring Emma Thompson and a 2008 mini series which featured on the BBC. The first cast member to be announced last month was Daisy, who will take on the leading role of eldest sister Elinor Dashwood. She is no stranger to book adaptations, having already starred in the BBC's version of Sally Rooney's Normal People. In her ELLE US cover story, she spoke about the importance of playing layered characters. She said: 'It's great that more and more stories are being made with women front and centre.' She continued: 'I feel lucky that a lot of the characters I've played have had that. 'They aren't defined by their actions or their experiences, or by the men in their life.' On July 11, Deadline reported that Esme had been cast as Marianne Dashwood, Elinor's emotional sister. She shared an Instagram post celebrating the big news with a shot of the book and her script next to Daisy's. Alongside the post, she penned: 'Gratitude beyond. ❤️' Other cast members include Caitríona Balfe, George MacKay, Fiona Shaw, Frank Dillane, Herbert Nordrum, and Bodhi Rae Breathnach.
Elle
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Want to Hear More of Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor Singing? Us, Too
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Paul Mescal is sitting in bed looking sad and gorgeous again. That seems to be a recurring theme throughout a number of the movie star's most famous projects (think: Aftersun, Normal People, and All of Us Strangers), but his upcoming film, The History of Sound, deserves particular attention for connecting him with yet another infamously scruffy romantic lead: Josh O'Connor, beloved for his roles in Challengers, La Chimera, and The Crown. In The History of Sound, adapted from author Ben Shattuck's short story of the same name, Mescal and O'Connor play Lionel and David, both folk music aficionados, who meet in 1917 at the Boston Conservatory. After World War I, they reunite in 1920 to travel through Maine, collecting and preserving traditional folk songs—and embarking on a love affair along the way. The film first premiered at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this spring, and ELLE's critic proclaimed the period piece 'quietly epic' and 'a masterclass in tender restraint.' Here's what we know about the project so far. Alongside Mescal and O'Connor, the film stars Molly Price, Alison Bartlett, and Chris Cooper, per Deadline—though it seems primarily intended as a star vehicle for its charismatic male leads. Oliver Hermanus (Living) directed The History of Sound, with cinematography by Alexander Dynan and the screenplay by Shattuck himself. After its Cannes debut, Mubi bought North American distribution rights, and Focus Features snagged international. In the U.S., The History of Sound will land in theaters on September 12, 2025, with a likely MUBI streaming release to follow. Yes—and it features both O'Connor and Mescal singing. It'll be well worth the price of a ticket just to hear more. This story will be updated.
Extra.ie
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Paul Mescal sends fans spiraling in emotional first look at The History of Sound
The trailer has dropped for Paul Mescal's latest project, with fans going wild for the impending emotional flick. A sneak peek for The History of Sound made its way onto the internet this week and gives fans a glimpse at the Maynooth native and The Crown star Josh O'Connor in the forbidden romance film set after World War I. The film received a six-minute-long standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival when it premiered earlier this year, with fans of the Irish heartthrob certain it will be emotionally crushing. The trailer has dropped for Paul Mescal's latest project, with fans going wild for the impending emotional flick. Pic: Luca Carlino/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock The Normal People star plays Lionel while Josh plays David, two men who meet in 1917 while attending the Boston Music Conservatory. A synopsis for the film reads: 'The History of Sound follows two young men — Lionel (Paul Mescal) and David (Josh O'Connor) — in the shadows of WWI who are determined to record the lives, voices and music of their American countrymen. 'As they begin to log the events, the two fall in love.' A sneak peak for The History of Sound made its way onto the internet this week and gives fans a glimpse at the Maynooth native and The Crown star Josh O'Connor in the forbidden romance film set after World War I. Pic:for Netflix Naturally, the pair show off their vocal range in the trailer, provoking a major reaction from eager fans. 'This looks stunning! Quiet, emotional, and deeply human. The cinematography and music already feel like poetry. Can't wait to see how this unfolds!' one user wrote. 'Paul returning to what he knows best… making us absolutely bawl our eyes out… we love it,' another penned. 'The preview gave me a chill like a whisper on my skin. I cannot wait to see this. It looks amazing,' a third added. The upcoming flick is set to be released in America in September, however, there is no talk yet of an Irish release date. Check out the full trailer below:
Buzz Feed
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
12 Celebrities Who Took Decades To Make It Big
We love a good rise to fame story, but the idea of an overnight success is kind of a every viral sensation or breakout role is usually a decade of side gigs, indie credits, and even straight-up rejection. Many celebrities have appeared out of nowhere, but in reality? They've been working their way up to the top for YEARS. Here are 12 stars and their journeys to becoming "overnight successes." She may be topping the charts with bangers like "Espresso" and "Please Please Please," but Sabrina Carpenter has been putting in the work for years. Starting out as a Disney star on Girl Meets World, Sabrina simultaneously acted and released music. She released five studio albums before the hugely successful "Short n' Sweet" became platinum in one month, and earned her a GRAMMY. Simu Liu may have become a household name from Shang-Chi and Barbie, but his climb to stardom began much earlier. Before Marvel came along, Simu worked as a stuntman, stock photo model, and actor in indie Canadian shows — including 5 seasons as Jung Kim on Kim's Convenience. He may be The Mandalorian and Joel in The Last of Us, but Pedro Pascal has been around for over two decades. Pedro spent the early 2000s appearing on basically every crime show known to man — NYPD Blue, Law & Order, and CSI to name a few. It wasn't until his role as Oberyn Martell in Game of Thrones that he was quickly on his way to superstardom. In 2019, Lizzo went viral for "Truth Hurts," but she had already been working in the music scene for a decade. "Truth Hurts" originally released in 2017, and only blew up two years later thanks to it's appearance on Netflix's Someone Great. When the song was confirmed eligible for awards that year, Lizzo celebrated online, acknowledging her hard work. Chappell Roan's meteoric rise in 2024 might've felt sudden, but she's been working towards it since 2015. After signing with Atlantic Records and launching her debut EP, she was dropped after releasing "Pink Pony Club" in 2020. She kept going and teamed up with producer Dan Nigro, eventually scoring a No. 2 album on the Billboard 200 with "The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess." After Normal People, Paul Mescal was EVERYWHERE. But, did you know that he did extensive stage work beforehand? He starred in productions like The Great Gatsby and The Plough and the Stars, before landing his breakout TV role on Normal People, which later opened the doors to Gladiator II and Aftersun! Speaking of theatre, Stephanie Hsu also took to the stage before hitting the big screen. She spent years performing on Broadway with Be More Chill and the The SpongeBob Musical before landing the part on Everything Everywhere All at Once. You may know him now as The Bear's Carmy, but Jeremy Allen White had a decade-long gig as Lip Gallagher in Shameless. He put in the work for years before receiving mainstream success, and has now won three consecutive Golden Globes for best actor in a television series. Before there was Lana Del Rey, there was Lizzy Grant. She began releasing music under that name in 2010, which wasn't well received. Still, she kept writing, recording, and developing her infamous aesthetic. It wasn't until she rebranded and released "Born to Die" where she exploded onto the music scene. Kesha's "TiK ToK" defined an era, but she was grinding behind the scenes long before that. She wrote for many artists and even sang uncredited background vocals on Flo Rida's "Right Round." After years of legal battles and setbacks, she's now an independent artist with new music and an upcoming tour! To many, Breaking Bad was Bryan Cranston's big break, but he had already spent decades in the industry beforehand. He starred on soap operas, did voiceover work, and appeared in smaller roles across numerous projects. It wasn't until his role as Hal in Malcolm in the Middle that he began to gain mainstream acclaim. After that, it was only a matter of time until Breaking Bad made him a legend. Bridesmaids might've made Melissa McCarthy a movie star, but she already had a developed comedy resume beforehand. She starred as Sookie on Gilmore Girls and appeared in a ton of early 2000s comedies before breaking through in Hollywood. Which celeb's career glow up surprised you the most? I need to catch up on some of their early work now...🎬🎵 Got another "overnight success" that actually took much longer? Let us know in the comments! If you love stories like this, follow BuzzFeed Canada on TikTok and Instagram for more celeb deep dives!
Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Caught cheating at a Coldplay concert? Here are 5 books to feel all your feelings
(Written by Kaashvi Khubyani) So the internet just gave us the most dramatic plot twist of the month and no, it's not from a thriller novel. At Coldplay's recent concert, a crowd-cam caught Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his HR chief Kristin Cabot allegedly having an affair. The scandal blew up faster than a Chris Martin high note, making Twitter wonder: was it 'Fix You' for the wife or 'Something Just Like This' for the duo? But amidst the chaos, the concert reminded us of something else – Coldplay doesn't just give us bangers, they give us book-worthy emotions. So, while the HR files might be open elsewhere, we're flipping open five books that vibe with five Coldplay anthems, each carrying a lyrical plot twist of its own. When Coldplay says 'I will try to fix you,' it feels written for Ove, a grumpy old man whose life has fallen apart after his wife's death. But a new neighbor and her chaos starts to rebuild the broken pieces of his grief. Both the song and the novel are love letters to second chances, emotional healing and the quiet way people save one another. This song and book are companions in the belief that we don't heal alone and sometimes, we need someone to sit beside us in the dark and promise: 'I will try to fix you.' Both Sally Rooney's Normal People and Coldplay's The Scientist revolve around the pain of love that is deeply misunderstood, not because it wasn't real but because people are sometimes incapable of saying what they feel. 'The Scientist' delves into same quiet nostalgia that fills Connell and Marianne's story. It's not about displaying your affection or betrayals ,it's about what's left unsaid and the misunderstandings that grow between two people who love each other. The refrain of 'let's go back to the start' could be a Rooney chapter title. 'You were all yellow,' sings Chris Martin, an image of brightness and beauty in someone who doesn't see it in themselves. Hazel never expected to be adored so wholly. But Augustus sees her pain and still thinks the stars, the universe and every broken piece of her isn't just about admiration- it's about saying 'I'd do anything for you', even if I can't fix you or save you. Just like Augustus' grand gestures, from the champagne pre-funeral to the trip to Amsterdam, the song hums with the same truth: 'For you, I'd bleed myself dry.' 'Viva La Vida' is the perfect tune to Dorian Gray's downfall. 'I used to rule the world' could easily be Dorian reflecting on his lost innocence and fame, after his obsession with vanity destroys him completely. Both the song and the book intersect in the duality of grandeur and guilt. If Wilde had a playlist, this would be track one sung by a once-beautiful man watching his own downfall in the mirror. The Picture of Dorian Gray and Viva La Vida are warnings that even the most glittering life, when built on self-obsession and sin, will crumble- first inside and then all around. In a café where time travel is possible, the question isn't 'can I go back?' but 'should I?' The ticking piano of 'Clocks' mirrors each character in the book that travels through time not to change the future, but to understand the past. Both are obsessed with time, fate, and consequences. Each character's journey has the desire to change something that perhaps shouldn't be changed. Together, they are a gentle reminder that while time moves forward, healing is just sitting with the past before the coffee gets cold.
