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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Firefighter Romance Is The New 'It' Genre — 8 Books To Read Now
There's something undeniably compelling about a firefighter romance novel. Maybe it's the adrenaline-fueled drama of the job or the quiet moments of vulnerability that contrast with their brave exterior. Whatever it is, these stories are always packed with passion and emotional intensity. So, if you're ready to meet some heroes who risk it all (on the job and in love), here are our top firefighter romances guaranteed to heat up your next reading session. In Into the Flames, Jennifer Bernard introduces us to Rollo, an elite wildfire firefighter trying to outrun the expectations of his wealthy family. Torn between duty and the high-society life he's supposed to lead, Rollo is forced to choose between his passion and the responsibilities that come with being an heir to a banking fortune. Meanwhile, Brianna, his plant-loving best friend, is navigating her own discomfort with dating (and a growing attraction to Rollo). As feelings ignite and lines blur, a family emergency causes their worlds to collide. Save the Last Dance is a sweet and suspenseful romance that follows former model Kimber Klein as she searches for a fresh start in Ohio. She's traded in fashion runways for library volunteer work and gets to bond with sisters she never knew she had. But Kimber's new life is clouded by fears that a stalker from her past might've found her. Enter Gunnar Law, a firefighter and single dad who steps in to help when her car's tires are slashed. And as danger creeps in, so does their chemistry. Rekindle the Flame brings Chicago firefighter Beck Rivera back to the one woman who ever really got under his skin: an heiress-turned-tattoo-artist named Darcy Cochrane. Years after their teenage romance went up in smoke, a chance encounter at Beck's family bar during the holidays reignites old feelings. At first, their reunion is rocky, but their chemistry runs hotter than ever. Rekindle the Flame is actually a prequel to the Hot in Chicago series and is perfect for anyone who loves a fast-paced romance. Penelope Turner, a soldier and firefighter, was once hailed as an "American Princess" after surviving months of captivity in the Middle East. But once she returns to Texas, she's far from healed. In Shelter for Penelope, she's haunted by survivor's guilt and missing memories, unsure of whether she can trust herself. But Tucker "Moose" Jacobs refuses to give up on her. He's quietly loved Penelope for years, and now, he's determined to help her reclaim her strength. In classic Nicholas Sparks fashion, The Rescue is an emotional journey full of heartbreak and healing. Volunteer firefighter Taylor McAden is known for risking everything to save others, but when it comes to being vulnerable, he always flees. Yet, that changes when he pulls Denise Holton from a wrecked car during a storm and discovers her young son has vanished. As they work together to find him, Taylor starts to form a bond with Denise that rivals his lifelong fear of love. Things You Save in a Fire centers on Cassie Handwell, a skilled firefighter who thrives in chaos. However, when she relocates to Boston to care for her estranged mother, she finds herself in a really traditional firehouse and gets treated like an outsider. Since Cassie wants to prove herself, she tries to ignore the rookie who keeps catching her eye. But the more she shoves her feelings down, the more she realizes that vulnerability might just be the bravest thing of all. Rowan Tripp is a seasoned firefighter who's still reeling after losing a partner in the line of duty. So, after she returns to Montana for a new season, she's determined to stay focused (until rookie Gulliver Curry arrives). Sparks start to fly between them, and at the same time, Rowan is forced to confront a dark threat from her past that could destroy everything she's worked for. Chasing Fire is a good fit for those who love suspense and emotionally charged romance. Fireproof is a heartfelt story about a man learning what it really means to love. Firefighter Caleb Holt is a hero at work, but his marriage is in serious trouble. With divorce on the table, he takes on a 40-day challenge called "The Love Dare" in hopes of salvaging his relationship. Then, what starts as a reluctant effort transforms into an emotional journey that reignites his love for his wife and his sense of purpose. For even more recs, be sure to sign up for our so you never miss a thing! Brit + Co may at times use affiliate links to promote products sold by others, but always offers genuine editorial recommendations.
Perth Now
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Julia Stiles 'quit' 'serious' dance lessons after 'Save the Last Dance' made her feel 'self-conscious'
Julia Stiles quit "serious" dance lessons after 'Save the Last Dance' because the film made her "self-conscious" about performing. The 44-year-old actress played Sara in the 2001 romance flick, which saw her alter ego bond with an African American teenager called Derek (Sean Patrick Thomas) and go on to "share a love for dance" while they tackle the "challenges of being an interracial couple". Julia's love for dance "has not gone away" and she boogies in her house and in virtual classes, but she is reluctant to attend a "serious" session because the star fears she will be "judged based on that movie". The '10 Things I Hate About You' star explained to Elizabeth Day on the 'How to Fail With Elizabeth Day' podcast: "Dancers are a judgmental group. They can be. They're also a very supportive group. "Yeah, it sounds stupid when I say it out loud now because, like, who cares? But I think that if I went to, like, a serious - whether it's ballet or hip-hop, kind of, dance class, I would feel like I was being judged based on that movie. And, like, I'm supposed to be a professional dancer. "But yeah, f*** it, I'm going to put my leggings on and find a class. I just have to find the right class, the one that would be, like, really fun for me." Julia took part in "virtual dance classes" during the Covid-19 pandemic, and she liked it because people could not "see what your body is doing" as she was performing in the "privacy of my own home". The 'Jason Bourne' actress explained: "I dance all the time in my house, in my living room. "I'll even dance on the sidewalk. I don't care. Like, I walk down a New York City street with my headphones on, and I will catch myself, like shimmying a little bit, and then I have to go, oh my God, I'm in public, you can't do that. "So, my love of dance has not gone away. But, I haven't been to a formal class at all. There was a period of time during the pandemic where I would do, like, virtual dance classes. "There were studios online that would post, like - there were great teachers that would post their own, like, dance class. And I would do that in the privacy of my own home. "And it's because, you know - am I lazy? Maybe. But it's also the self-consciousness of, like, dancing in front of ... I've done aqua zumba, which is like zumba inside a pool so nobody can see what your body is doing." And Julie is determined to overcome her self-consciousness. She said: "I guess it's just being, yeah, being self-conscious, which is such a shame. I should get over that. And I will."
Tatler Asia
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
12 essential teen movies every millennial grew up watching
2. 'Clueless' (1995) As if! Based on Jane Austen's Emma , this Beverly Hills classic gave us knee-high socks, rotating closets and the ultimate glow-up arc. Cher (Alicia Silverstone) is the queen bee with a heart of gold who learns that matchmaking is harder than it looks—and that sometimes love is, awkwardly, your ex-stepbrother. 3. 'Mean Girls' (2004) New girl Cady (Lindsay Lohan) infiltrates the Plastics—North Shore High's glittering, backstabbing apex predators—but quickly discovers popularity is a dangerous game. Rachel McAdams is flawless as queen bee Regina George, and the film is endlessly rewatchable thanks to Tina Fey's script, razor-sharp one-liners and fetch never happening. 4. 'Bring It On' (2000) Spirit fingers and cheerocracy! Torrance (Kirsten Dunst) inherits a cheer squad with stolen routines and must go up against the fierce Clovers, led by Isis (Gabrielle Union). It's a sly commentary on cultural appropriation wrapped in pom-poms, backflips and some of the best sports choreography of the decade. Unbeknownst to many millennials, Bring It On actually launched an entire franchise, but nothing beats the original. 5. 'She's All That' (1999) He bet his friends he could turn a nerd into a prom queen. And then she took off her glasses and—boom—artsy goddess. Laney Boggs (Rachael Leigh Cook) is the original Pinterest-core muse, and Zack (Freddie Prinze Jr) the ultimate '90s heartthrob. Yes, it's predictable. Yes, we still fell for it. 6. 'Save the Last Dance' (2001) Ballet meets hip-hop in this angsty Chicago-set romance. Julia Stiles (the Queen of Teen Movies) plays a grieving dancer trying to get her groove back, while Sean Patrick Thomas teaches her that rhythm isn't just in the music—it's in the soul. It's gritty, romantic and proof that Julia Stiles had a PhD in early-2000s teen drama. 7. 'A Walk to Remember' (2002) If you didn't cry watching this, you might be a robot. When bad boy Landon (Shane West) falls for terminally ill Jamie (Mandy Moore, in peak angelic phase), love blossoms between Bible verses and telescope dates. Nicholas Sparks strikes again, this time with enough teen heartbreak to make your middle school diary blush. 8. 'The Princess Diaries' (2001) One minute she's invisible; the next, she's heir to a European throne. Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) learns manners, gets a makeover and finds out being a princess isn't all tiaras and state dinners. Julie Andrews is regal perfection, and the foot-popping kiss is seared into our brain cells. 9. 'Step Up' (2006) Older millennials had Save the Last Dance . The younger ones? Well, they're still hanging on to this gem. He's a street dancer. She's a classically trained ballerina. Together, they pop, lock and pas de bourrée into our hearts. The chemistry between Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan is sizzling, the dance scenes are iconic and the soundtrack is fire. 10. 'The Lizzie McGuire Movie' (2003) This is what dreams are made of—literally. Lizzie (Hilary Duff) goes from clumsy middle schooler to accidental pop star in Rome, complete with a supposedly evil doppelgänger and a Vespa-riding heartthrob. It's a campy, glittering farewell to one of Disney Channel's best. 'Hey now, hey now,' this is peak Duff. 11. 'Not Another Teen Movie' (2001) Before Captain America, Chris Evans was the jock in this savage send-up of every teen trope ever. From the token goth girl makeover to prom-night chaos, this spoof hits every cliché from all these teen movies and somehow makes them better. It's hilariously meta, crude and surprisingly smart beneath the whipped cream bikini. See more: Catching up with Captain America actor Chris Evans 12. 'High School Musical' (2006) You sang along. You learned the dance. You probably quoted 'stick to the status quo' when a colleague steps out of line. If these are not the hallmarks that put this Disney classic into the list of greatest teen movies, then we don't know anything anymore. Troy (Zac Efron) and Gabriella's (Vanessa Hudgens) West Side Story -inspired love over show tunes broke the Disney mould and launched a thousand lunchroom performances. We're all still in this together. Who hasn't yelled 'What team? Wildcats!' during a particularly challenging work project? Also read: From boho to glamour: the Vanessa Hudgens style saga
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harvey Weinstein addresses Julia Stiles' remarks about' Down to You' dance scene, says it enhanced film's appeal
Convicted sex offender and former film producer Harvey Weinstein is speaking out after Julia Stiles recently remarked that she felt 'slimy' having to film a pool table dance sequence that he added into her 2000 rom-com, Down to You. 'Julia Stiles is a talented and charismatic actress who naturally connects with audiences. Beyond her acting skills, she's also a fantastic dancer, which was something fans really wanted at the time,' Weinstein said in a statement given to Entertainment Weekly by his spokesperson. 'I included that scene in Down to You to enhance the film's appeal, and her chemistry with Freddie Prinze Jr. made it work seamlessly.' It continued, 'As a filmmaker, I've always sought ways to elevate a project, and when I see an opportunity to make a film better, I take it. That same instinct led David O. Russell and me to cast Julia in Silver Linings Playbook, where she once again delivered a standout performance." Related: Julia Stiles recalls SNL cameo coming together in 1 day: 'I scrambled to get someone to take care of my kids' Stiles, 43, reflected on her and Freddie Prinze Jr.'s romantic comedy on a recent episode of Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein's Films to be Buried With podcast, noting that she considers it to be in contention for one of the worst films ever made. "It was a time when teen rom-coms were really popular, and the director wrote the script. He was a first-time director and he was a very, very intelligent, capable guy. The script was very good," she explained at the time. "And then Harvey Weinstein got his hands on it." The film, which was directed by Kris Isacsson, follows the never-ending trials and tribulations of a young college couple played by Stiles and Prinze Jr. In one scene, Stiles' character dances around a pool table while listening to Al Green's influential hit, 'Let's Stay Together.' The actress claimed on the podcast that the scene was crammed into the film 'because of the success of Save the Last Dance, or the success of 10 Things I Hate About You,' calling it a 'dumb' attempt to 'capitalize on this trend' in her films at the time. 'I felt so slimy doing it the whole time,' Stiles confessed. 'It was annoying. Because I was like, 'Well, this is so cheap, and it's not adding to the story.'' Related: Harvey Weinstein reportedly diagnosed with bone marrow cancer while in prison for sex crimes Stiles previously reflected on Down to You while speaking with Entertainment Weekly in 2019, noting that it 'changed a lot from the development process to the finished product.' She added, 'Kris Isacsson had a vision for it that was a lot darker, so I remember thinking it was really mature. Then Harvey Weinstein and Miramax ended up producing it and turned it into a movie that was much more of a commercial, upbeat romantic comedy, for better or worse.' Weinstein — who has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women over the years — was previously convicted of committing a criminal sex act in the first degree and rape in the third degree in a 2020 New York trial. Last year, his conviction was overturned by the New York court of appeals and a retrial was ordered. In addition to his New York case, Weinstein was also found guilty on three counts of rape and sexual assault in a 2022 Los Angeles trial. He is currently being held at the Rikers Island prison. Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly
Express Tribune
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Harvey Weinstein Responds to Julia Stiles' Claims About On-Set Experience
Harvey Weinstein has addressed Julia Stiles' recent remarks about feeling uncomfortable with an acting direction he gave during the production of Down to You. During an appearance on Brett Goldstein's Films to be Buried With podcast, Stiles, 43, reflected on her experience filming the 2000 romantic comedy alongside Freddie Prinze Jr. The movie, written and directed by Kris Isacsson, was distributed by Miramax, the production company co-founded by Weinstein. Stiles claimed that Weinstein insisted on adding a dance scene to the film, allegedly attempting to replicate her popular dance moments from 10 Things I Hate About You and Save the Last Dance. She criticized the addition as 'cheap' and unnecessary, saying, 'I felt so slimy doing it the whole time.' Weinstein, who is currently serving a prison sentence for multiple convictions of rape and sexual assault, responded from prison in a statement shared with The Daily Beast. He described Stiles as a 'talented and charismatic actress' and defended the scene, arguing that her dancing was something audiences appreciated. He stated the decision was made to 'enhance the film's appeal' and praised her on-screen chemistry with Prinze Jr. He further cited his past decision to cast Stiles in Silver Linings Playbook as an example of how he sought to elevate projects. Weinstein has been incarcerated since 2020 following his conviction in New York. In 2023, he received an additional 16-year sentence in Los Angeles. He is currently awaiting a retrial on further charges.
