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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A-List, 67, Actress Is 'Desperate' to Play Phyllis Diller in Movie
A-List, 67, Actress Is 'Desperate' to Play Phyllis Diller in Movie originally appeared on Parade. Sharon Stone revealed that she's desperate to play late comedian and actress Phyllis Diller in a biopic. While speaking to Business Insider, Stone, 67, was asked if she would ever want to play Diller in a movie. 'I do want to play Phyllis Diller very, very badly,' the Nobody 2 actress said. "I told her I wanted to play her, and she sat down and taught me her laugh," Stone revealed of a conversation she had with Diller, who died in 2012 at the age of 95. 'She made me practice her laugh!' Also during the interview, Sharon gave a glimpse into what their "very close" friendship looked like. 'Phyllis made little paintings for all my kids. She cooked me dinner a lot of times — that woman could cook," she shared. Stone was then asked if she was "actively trying to get a biopic off the ground,' and she told the outlet, 'I'm trying.' 'You know, she didn't hit it big until she was 49,' Stone said of Diller. 'She lived in a trailer park with five kids and her schizophrenic husband, and practiced her act on women at the laundromat. It's unbelievable.' Parade Daily🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 While Stone would play Diller in the hypothetical movie, she also shared thoughts on who else could be part of the cast. 'I think there are great actors who could play Bob Hope, Red Buttons, Johnny Carson,' she said. 'Sam Rockwell could play Johnny in his sleep. We were tight.' Stone concluded, 'Yes, I'm desperate to play her." Diller starred in over 40 films throughout her career, with her acting credits including roles in shows such as the Night Gallery, The Muppet Show, CHiPs, The Love Boat, Cybill and Boston Legal. Additionally, she starred in 11 seasons of The Bold and the Beautiful. A-List, 67, Actress Is 'Desperate' to Play Phyllis Diller in Movie first appeared on Parade on Aug 4, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 4, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
Mint
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
I'm desperate to play her: Sharon Stone on starring in Phyllis Diller in a biopic
Los Angeles, Aug 5 (PTI) Sharon Stone shared a close bond with late comedian-actor Phyllis Diller and now she says she is "desperate" to star in a biopic on her. Stone, best known for her 90s erotic thrillers "Basic Instinct", "Sliver" and "The Specialist", has built an enviable filmography over the years by starring in movies such as "Casino", "Gloria", "The Disaster Artist" and "The Laundromat". Stone, 67, went down memory lane and recalled her bond with the late actor, who died on August 20, 2012. Stone said she told Diller about her wish to portray the comedian, who in return taught her how to laugh. "I do want to play Phyllis Diller very, very badly. She and I were very close friends. Phyllis made little paintings for all my kids. She cooked me dinner a lot of times. That woman could cook. I told her I wanted to play her and she sat down and taught me her laugh. She made me practice her laugh," Stone told Insider in an interview. Asked if the actor is trying to develop the film, she said, "I'm trying. You know, she didn't hit it big until she was 49. She lived in a trailer park with five kids and her schizophrenic husband and practiced her act on women at the laundromat. It's unbelievable." "Yes, I'm desperate to play her," she concluded. Diller achieved a breakthrough on Jack Paar's Tonight Show in 1958. In 1992, she was awarded the American Comedy Award for Lifetime Achievement. Stone will next feature in an action thriller, "Nobody 2" from Timo Tjahjanto. The film will release on August 22.
Times
01-05-2025
- Business
- Times
A spa for your clothes? London's swankiest dry cleaners
A wise woman once said, 'Housework can't kill you but why take the chance?' (Thank you, Phyllis Diller.) At the very least, chores are a bore. So it's best to leave it to the professionals, particularly when it comes to your finest cashmere. As a gift to all your most delicate garments, here is a guide to the crème de la crème of dry cleaners. There aren't many ways to make a dry cleaners sound romantic. Opening the doors for the first time on Valentine's Day however, might just do it. In 1984, Buckingham dry cleaners did just that. The family run business prides itself on a first-class service that provides free collection and deliveries within London. The founders are still involved in the day-to-day running (and their grandchildren even lend a helping hand from time to time too). They offer every cleaning task you could think of, from shirts to curtains to gowns to carpets and are more than well-versed in the demands of delicate designer goods. The swankiest garment they have cared for (so far) was a Versace beaded evening gown worth more than £80,000. They also have an express cleaning and tailoring service for any fashion emergencies that require a 'save-me' same day service. In 1969, Jeeves took up residence in Belgravia with a mission to bring the locals what they needed — a luxurious dry cleaning experience. Now, you will find Jeeves in all the most reputable patches of London. For good reason, this establishment is not just trusted by locals but also by the Royal Family. Since 1980, they have held a royal warrant for carefully cleaning and delivering the King's outfits. A requirement to receive this warrant is a commitment to environmental sustainability. Nature-safe cleaning processes are part of their ethos. Every item of clothing passed over to the cleaning gurus goes through a strict seven step process of detailing/inspecting, stain removal, cleaning, hand finishing, minor repairs, inspection and packaging. Named after the PG Wodehouse character, Reginald Jeeves (the most famous butler in fiction), the shop reflects the butler's key characteristic —his meticulous attention to detail. An added bonus is the complimentary collection service. On a not-remotely modest looking street in Knightsbridge, sits the modest shop front of Haywards dry cleaners. They consider their main duty keeping well-dressed clientele looking their best with a meticulous cleaning and tailoring service. With four decades of experience in dealing with designer clothes, this shop is able to deal with all garments from simple shirts to sequinned gowns. They also restore shoes and designer bags. Even curtains, carpets and upholstery fall under their remit. They also offer their private wardrobe refresh service that includes an expert joining you in your home to assess your wardrobe — cleaning, pressing and repairing anything that needs extra TLC. Only the French can make a dry cleaners sound chic. La Sirène originated in Paris and became known as le spa de vos vetements ('the clothes spa'). Their motto is 'we take care of you by taking care of your clothes'. And we've heard on the grapevine that they have crossed the channel to set up shop on Bruton Place in Mayfair. They have specialist knowledge in caring for high-end fabrics and materials with a significant consideration for sustainability by protecting precious items to ensure longevity and by using environmentally-friendly techniques. Offering cleaning, alterations and repairs, this luxury dry cleaners is well qualified to handle your designer goods and even has close connections with Chanel.
