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Metro
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Cheaper by the Dozen child star Jimmy Hunt dies aged 85
Former child star Jimmy Hunt has died at the age of 85. The actor was most known for his efforts in Invaders from Mars and Cheaper by the Dozen and a string of other movies. He died in a hospital in Simi Valley on Friday, after suffering from a heart attack six weeks ago, his daughter-in-law confirmed to the Hollywood Reporter. According to the outlet, the LA-born star began his career at a very young age when a scout for MGM arrived at his school – he first graced the screen aged six, in 1947 flick High Barbaree. From there, Hunt commanded roles in Pitfall, the Mating of Millie, Holiday Affair, Special Agent and Louisa. In 1950, he popped up in the original Cheaper by the Dozen movie, playing William Gilbreth – one of the many Gilbreth children. He starred opposite Barbara Bates, Carol Nugent, Anthony Sydes, Walter Baldwin and Jeanne Crain, while Clifton Webb and Myrna Loy played the parents of the brood. Two years later, he appeared in the sequel, Belles on the Toes, but in a different role. The original flick spawned a remake in 2003, with Steve Martin and Bonnie Hunt as the leaders of the family. Hunt's biggest role came in 1953 hit Invaders from Mars, in which he played David MacLean opposite Helena Carter, Arthur Franz and Hillary Brooke. The cult classic followed a young boy who sees a flying saucer behind his home, but things take a bizarre turn when his father goes to investigate and returns acting strangely – with others following suit. However, the star had to return to the set after the movie was complete, to film further scenes for the UK release. Following this, he decided to step out of the spotlight for good at the age of 14, sharing that the pressure in front of the camera became too much – but he did play a small role in the 1986 remake. 'It's interesting that that film, probably the lowest-budget feature I ever made, is the one that still attracts people,' he said in a previous interview. 'It's also the one that made me conclude that I didn't want to continue acting. The Hollywood Reporter reports that he went on to serve three years in the US Army, and later worked as a sales manager for a supply company that serviced aerospace firms. More Trending 'The older I got the more serious I became about getting a scene right on the first take. Adult actors all made jokes when they blew their lines. Kids just feel dumb when it was their fault. So acting became harder for me all the time. 'Invaders from Mars was real work. I told my folks I wanted to quit. They wanted to make sure I realized the financial consequences. Once they saw how strongly I felt they accepted it and we never looked back.' Hunt is survived by his wife, Roswitha, and their sons, Randy and Ron. 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: Linkin Park refuse to play poignant song live after Chester Bennington's death MORE: The Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies aged 54 in 'accidental drowning' MORE: TV soap legend Eileen Fulton died aged 91
Hamilton Spectator
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Toronto novelists Linwood Barclay and Shari Lapena among guests at Motive Crime & Mystery Festival
Indigo 2300 Yonge St. Signing: Terry Kirk Sat., 1 p.m. Canadian author Terry Kirk signs copies of her debut novel, the historical thriller 'Pitfall,' in which the Wall Street crash of October 1929 leads a trader to head to Saskatchewan to sell Canadian booze to Chicago mobsters. Victoria University 73 Queens Park Motive Crime & Mystery Festival Sat. & Sun., 1:30 p.m. Authors and readers gather for a weekend of signings, workshops and conversations with the likes of Shari Lapena, Lisa Unger and Linwood Barclay. For info, go to . Hopeless Romantic Books 28 Bathurst St. Romantasy BookTalk Sat., 2 p.m. Authors Emily Varga ('For She Is Wrath') and Kristen Ciccarelli ('The Crimson Moth' duology) discuss their work and the popular romantasy genre. The event at the STACKT Market will feature author Q&As, signings, giveaways and refreshments. Author Kristen Ciccarelli appears at Hopeless Romantic Books on Saturday. A Different Booklist 779 Bathurst St. Launch: 'You Never Know What You're Going to Get' Sat., 5 p.m. A reading and signing celebrating the publication of a new short-story anthology featuring Jaimie Franchi, Ndija Anderson-Yantha, Latoya Belfon, Peter Tetteh Loveson, Julianne Mundle, Gayle Gonsalves, Saira Batasar-Johnie, Deborah Ross-Attas, Caroline Bennet, Abigail Grimes and editor Juleus Ghunta. Blackhurst Cultural Centre 777 Bathurst St. Discussion: 'Indigenous Rights in One Minute: What You Need to Know to Talk Reconciliation' Weds., 6:30 p.m. In an event hosted by A Different Booklist, Bruce McIvor, a historian and member of the Manitoba Métis Federation, talks about his book with Pamela Palmater, Mi'kmaw lawyer and activist.
CNN
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Jack Black dropped both his pants and some info on ‘The Tonight Show'
Jimmy Fallon should consider gifting his long-time friend Jack Black a belt. The star of 'A Minecraft Movie' made an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' Monday night, where he played an energetic guitar solo to the crowd and lost his pants in the process, revealing his red and black boxers. Black pulled his pants back up and Fallon told the actor he was bringing 'the heat' to the set. 'I didn't bring a belt,' Black joked. 'That's what I didn't bring.' Black, who costars with Jason Momoa in the video game movie set to debut this weekend, will also be hosting 'Saturday Night Live.' Fallon pointed out that Black first hosted decades ago. 'Dude, the first time I hosted - because I hosted thrice - I don't want to hoot my own horn, thrice!' Black said. 'I remember it was 25 years ago and the musical guest was The Strokes.' Fallon pointed out that Black's career in entertainment started with a video game commercial. 'My first job was, yeah, for a game called 'Pitfall' on Atari,' Black said. 'Very first video game for a home system. And it was like a jungle themed video game and the graphics were breakthrough at the time.' 'It was like 'Whoa, there's an actual person!,'' he added. 'And of course it's super primitive.' Black said he played 'Pitfall Harry' in the commercial and it was 'super fun.'
CNN
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Jack Black dropped both his pants and some info on ‘The Tonight Show'
Jimmy Fallon should consider gifting his long-time friend Jack Black a belt. The star of 'A Minecraft Movie' made an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' Monday night, where he played an energetic guitar solo to the crowd and lost his pants in the process, revealing his red and black boxers. Black pulled his pants back up and Fallon told the actor he was bringing 'the heat' to the set. 'I didn't bring a belt,' Black joked. 'That's what I didn't bring.' Black, who costars with Jason Momoa in the video game movie set to debut this weekend, will also be hosting 'Saturday Night Live.' Fallon pointed out that Black first hosted decades ago. 'Dude, the first time I hosted - because I hosted thrice - I don't want to hoot my own horn, thrice!' Black said. 'I remember it was 25 years ago and the musical guest was The Strokes.' Fallon pointed out that Black's career in entertainment started with a video game commercial. 'My first job was, yeah, for a game called 'Pitfall' on Atari,' Black said. 'Very first video game for a home system. And it was like a jungle themed video game and the graphics were breakthrough at the time.' 'It was like 'Whoa, there's an actual person!,'' he added. 'And of course it's super primitive.' Black said he played 'Pitfall Harry' in the commercial and it was 'super fun.'
CNN
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Jack Black dropped both his pants and some info on ‘The Tonight Show'
Jimmy Fallon should consider gifting his long-time friend Jack Black a belt. The star of 'A Minecraft Movie' made an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' Monday night, where he played an energetic guitar solo to the crowd and lost his pants in the process, revealing his red and black boxers. Black pulled his pants back up and Fallon told the actor he was bringing 'the heat' to the set. 'I didn't bring a belt,' Black joked. 'That's what I didn't bring.' Black, who costars with Jason Momoa in the video game movie set to debut this weekend, will also be hosting 'Saturday Night Live.' Fallon pointed out that Black first hosted decades ago. 'Dude, the first time I hosted - because I hosted thrice - I don't want to hoot my own horn, thrice!' Black said. 'I remember it was 25 years ago and the musical guest was The Strokes.' Fallon pointed out that Black's career in entertainment started with a video game commercial. 'My first job was, yeah, for a game called 'Pitfall' on Atari,' Black said. 'Very first video game for a home system. And it was like a jungle themed video game and the graphics were breakthrough at the time.' 'It was like 'Whoa, there's an actual person!,'' he added. 'And of course it's super primitive.' Black said he played 'Pitfall Harry' in the commercial and it was 'super fun.'
