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Daily Record
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Shameless cast then and now from on set romances and rehab stints to Hollywood
With all 11 seasons of Shameless UK available on Netflix - here's a look at the cast 20 years on from when it first aired on Channel 4 Hard to believe the much-loved Channel 4 series Shameless aired over 20 years ago. The show followed the dysfunctional Gallagher family, who had Frank Gallagher, a neglectful, narcissistic, substance abuser as the head of the family. Frank had six children - Fiona, Philip, Ian, Debbie, Carl and Liam - to his ex-wife Monica, and both parents were absent due to their love for drugs and alcohol. To survive, Fiona took on the parental role, fending for her younger siblings. The family lived in a fictional estate - Chatsworth - in Manchester and knew how to throw the ultimate party. They got involved in drugs, crimes and crazy drama, creating one of the most watched TV shows in the country at the time. So much so, the idea was adapted by American producer John Well, who created a US version of the show. Shameless was hands down one of the stand out TV spectacles from the noughties, and many fans still enjoy watching it today. But what are the stars up to today in 2025? Here's what the Shameless cast are up to these days.... Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Frank Gallagher - David Threlfall Annabell Apsion - Monica Gallagher Fiona Gallagher - Anne-Marie Duff
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix fans are just finding out the US version of this hit UK show is so much better
If you're looking for a new show to watch - then this US version of a beloved UK show is on Netflix and fans can't keep to get enough... Netflix viewers are just finding out about this hit American show, which was inspired by an early 2000's Channel 4 show - and they can't get enough of it. Shameless UK was adapted by American producer John Wells, who brought to life a US version of the show. The show has been on Netflix since 2018 and has been a hit with viewers ever since. The UK edition of the show started in 2004 and ran for 11 series before ending in 2013. Although the US version started much later in 2011, running for the same amount of seasons before ending in 2021. If you haven't watched either the US or UK versions of Shameless, it tells the story of a poor, dysfunctional family who have Frank Gallagher as their father. Frank is a neglectful, narcissistic, substance dependent, single dad of six - Fiona, Philip, Ian, Debbie, Carl and Liam - who spends his days getting high or drunk. To survive, the family gets involved in crime, drugs and affairs to make money. The UK version is written and produced by Paul Abbott and set in a fictional estate called Chatsworth in Manchester. While the US version was adapted from Paul's version by John Wells and is set in the South Side neighbourhood in Chicago. Although the two versions have the same characters and character development, it is a completely different show altogether. After the first two seasons the US version veered off in its own directions - meaning there is little in common between the two other than some basic personality traits and background. Shameless US boasts an all-star cast that includes William H. Macy, Jeremy Allen White, Joan Cusack, Steve Howey, Emmy Rossum, and Cameron Monaghan. The show draws attention to American social issues such as healthcare, addiction and the welfare system, while sticking to lighthearted humour. Fans have taken to Reddit to discuss what version of the series is better, with the US version coming out as a clear winner. One user wrote: "Being from the UK, I initially fell in love with the original shameless. As much as I still like it, US shameless will always be one of my favourites. Seasons 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 have a special place in my heart." While one fan simply stated: "The UK version is awful." Another user commented on the lack of depth in the UK version, stating: "US by far tried the UK first episode and just couldn't get into it and no flavour what so ever." A fourth chimed in, favouring the US cast, saying: "The cast of the UK version alone is enough to make me not want to watch it. None of them are appealing in any ways at all." The show has been on Netflix since 2018, but it has just been revealed the series will be leaving the streaming platform in September 2025.
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Michelle Keegan pays emotional tribute to 'special' show axed after 7 years
Michelle Keegan has posted an emotional and heartfelt tribute to her Sky comedy Brassic as it prepares to air its final-ever series after seven years on our screens Actress Michelle Keegan has bid an emotional farewell to Sky comedy Brassic ahead of the show's final series. The 37-year-old stars as Erin in the award-winning comedy, which follows petty criminal Vinnie O'Neill and the various shenanigans he gets up to with his friends in the fictional northern town of Hawley. Creator and star Joe Gilgun announced last year that the show would be ending after its seventh series and with filming now over, Michelle has paid tribute to the series in a gushing Instagram post. "Goodbye Erin," she wrote alongside a crying emoji. "So finally the Brassic journey has come to an end (feels so strange saying that) and what an unbelievable 7 years it's been. I feel so privileged to have been a small part of such a mighty show. "From the moment I read the 1st script I knew this job was going to be special & it definitely was. Thank you to everyone who worked on the show over the years for the laughs, friendship and more importantly the memories… What a magical 7 years we had." Alongside the heartfelt caption, Michelle shared a carousel of behind-the-scenes photos and videos from set of her with the rest of the cast. Joe Gilgun created the show with Shameless writer Danny Brocklehurst. When it was announced in January that the series was coming to an end. Brocklehurst said: 'When Joe Gilgun and I sat down to create Brassic, we couldn't have imagined, in our wildest dreams, that we would do seven series and gather such a loyal and loving fan base. 'It's been a complete joy to create this eccentric world, but all good things must come to an end, and we want to stop while we are still riding high. Maybe they can finally give us that Bafta.' Since the first series began in 2019, it has been nominated for four TV Baftas with all nods for Joe for male performance in a comedy, and National Television Awards. Earlier this year, Michelle welcomed her first daughter with husband Mark Wright. The pair took to Instagram to announce the birth of baby Palma in March. "Together we have a new love to share... Our little girl," they wrote followed by a white heart emoji. They then added: "Palma Elizabeth Wright" followed by her date of birth "06.03.25". Fans flooded the comments with congratulatory messages, including Mark's sister Jess Wright who wrote: "Most beautiful addition to our family. I finally have a niece and I am so in love." Meanwhile, one fan wrote: "Oh what beautiful news!!! Congratulations to you both darling!" and a second posted: "Awwww congratulations!" At the weekend, Jess - who described the couple as "incredible parents" - revealed the The Mirror that she isn't offering to babysit her niece Palma just yet. When asked whether she'd offered to babysit, Jess said: "Not quite!" She went on to share that her son - who turns three later this month - keeps her busy enough. She said: "Presley keeps me on my toes enough."
Hindustan Times
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jeremy Allen White confirms wrapping up shoot for Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver me from Nowhere: ‘No more preps'
American actor Jeremy Allen White, known for his standout performances in TV shows Shameless and The Bear, has officially completed his work on the highly anticipated Bruce Springsteen biopic titled Deliver Me from Nowhere. Directed by Scott Cooper, the film centers on the making of Bruce's seminal 1982 album Nebraska, a raw and intimate period that shaped the legendary musician's career. Jeremy portrays a young Bruce during this pivotal time, capturing both the artist's vulnerability and creative drive. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Jeremy shared his excitement about finishing the filming and, notably, the vocal recordings for the movie. 'I just finished actually on Friday,' he said, reflecting on the culmination of a long journey. A particular song had posed a significant challenge for over a year because of vocal strain. 'My voice kept getting hurt, so I wouldn't be able to sing this one song,' he explained. After months of careful preparation and vocal training, Jeremey finally recorded the track, marking the completion of all his singing in the film. 'I sang everything. All the movie songs are in it. It's done. No more prep, no more vocal lessons,' he added with relief. A post shared by Entertainment Tonight (@entertainmenttonight) Jeremy also spoke about the invaluable experience of working closely with The Boss himself. 'Bruce was there very often, and I spent as much time with him as I could. He was really generous with his time and offered insights that helped me understand the man behind the music,' Jeremy said revealed. Bruce's active involvement in the production helped White bring authenticity and depth to his portrayal. Deliver Me from Nowhere promises to offer an intimate glimpse into Springsteen's creative process and personal struggles during the making of Nebraska. With filming and singing now complete, Jeremy Allen White is eager for audiences to hear his performances and witness this deeply personal story of the Boss's legacy. 'I had been speaking to Scott, our director, for a while, and when Scott shared with me that Bruce had seen a lot of my work and he wanted me to do it, it was out of my hands at that point. I was like, I have to do what the boss the boss says, and it was incredible,' he said.
Asharq Al-Awsat
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Summer Movies: 11 Breakout Actors to Watch
Many of the big movies this summer might come from familiar places - whether they're franchises, sequels or hybrid adaptations of beloved animated classics. But look closer and there are quite a few fresh faces making a splash with memorable characters new and old. The Associated Press spoke to 10 of the actors about the roles. Maia Kealoha was 6 years old when she saw an advertisement for an open casting call for the new hybrid "Lilo & Stich" movie and promptly told her parents that's what she wanted to do. Now, 8, Kealoha, who was born on Hawaii's Big Island, is making her film debut as the spirited Lilo in Disney's new live-action adaptation, hitting theaters on May 23. "It was so amazing," Kealoha said. "I was really proud of myself." Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, who plays Lilo's older sister and caregiver Nani praised her young co-star. "It was amazing building a world with her," Agudong, 24, said. "It's a lot of CGI and we're working with aliens and such and she was full of imagination and creativity." A Kaua'I native, Agudong also came to the role from an open casting call. Being part of the film has been a special experience as a lifelong fan of the animated version and a proud Hawaii resident. "Hawaii's very much like tough love and soft heart," Agudong said. "We truly created a family and hopefully people can see that." Happy Gilmore is a dad in the sequel coming to Netflix July 25. The Gilmore boys, played by Ethan Cutkosky ("Shameless"), Conor Sherry ("Shake Shack"), Maxwell Jacob Friedman (a pro-wrestler) and newcomer Philip Schneider, "are just goons," Schneider said. All came to the project strangers, though intimately familiar with a film they'd all grown up with. And everyone but Friedman, 29, had to prove they had a little skill on the ice. "I looked like a goon so they just assumed I'd be fine on the rink," Friedman laughed. The four actors quickly found their rhythm together on set in Jersey City playing the rambunctious, troublemaking Gilmore spawn during the four-month shoot. "The fast pace of stupidity that we got to and what made us family was such an amazing thing," Cutkosky, 25, said. "It's really hard to come by." Friedman added: "In between scenes, we could like look at each other and know what we were thinking and make each other laugh without talking." Schneider, 24, attributed the atmosphere to their on-screen dad Adam Sandler, who made the whole set feel like a family. His genius, Schneider said, "is that he gets people he wants to work with and just sees what happens. He trusts the chemistry." For Sherry, it was helpful so early in his career to get to see how Sandler could be both a giant in the industry and so humble. "That's the dream, right? To balance both," Sherry, 24, said. One of the breakout films from Sundance was "Sorry, Baby," a poignant drama that's both funny and shattering about the aftermath of a traumatic event. It's the feature debut of triple threat Eva Victor who wrote, directed and stars as Agnes, a graduate student at a New England school. "I wanted to make a film that was about feeling stuck when everyone around you keeps moving that really didn't center any violence," said Victor, 31. Victor, who had a recurring role on "Billions," was making short comedy videos online and writing for the satirical website Reductress when Oscar-winning "Moonlight" filmmaker Barry Jenkins messaged them and asked if they had any scripts. Now, that script is going to be in theaters on June 27, through A24. "I hope the film finds people when they need it," Victor said. Ben Wang didn't know he was up against some 10,000 people vying to play the new Karate Kid. The 25-year-old actor, best known for his role on the Disney+ series "American Born Chinese," learned that after the fact. But it was a stressful month of not sleeping very well while waiting to hear if he got it, he said. "Karate Kid: Legends" (out May 30) brings together Jackie Chan's Mr. Han and Ralph Macchio's Daniel LaRusso for this new entry, about teenager at a new school, Wang's Li, who has to learn from both. "It's a fun one to play," Wang said. "And I get to try to kick Jackie Chan which is new and exciting for me." Nico Parker grew up with both the "How to Train Your Dragon" books and movies, so it was a dream come true when she got the chance to play Astrid in the new live-action adaptation (June 13). "It's a difficult thing when there's already such a brilliant version of Astrid out there," Parker, 20, said. "The main thing that I really wanted to be prevalent in everything was how driven she is and how it doesn't come easy. It takes effort and skill and determination." Parker, the daughter of actor Thandiwe Newton and director Ol Parker, has been on sets her whole life. She was only 11 when she filmed Tim Burton's "Dumbo." But this feels different, she said, because she really understands the scale and scope of being in a major franchise. "To be older I feel as if I'm acknowledging way more what it means and doesn't mean," she said. "And I get much more stressed about it." You can't blame filmmaker Mike Flanagan for assuming Benjamin Pajak was a skilled dancer. Pajak made his Broadway debut as Winthrop in "The Music Man" with Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. But ask Pakaj, now 14, and he demurs that dancing is not exactly his strong suit. But you would never guess to see him waltzing and sambaing across the floor (thanks to Mandy Moore's choreography) in "The Life of Chuck" (out June 6). "Film is so different from theater," Pajak said. "But there were just so many people kind of lifting me up and helping me throughout the process." One of those was Mark Hamill, who plays his grandfather. Perhaps even more exciting than being in the movies? Sharing scenes with Luke Skywalker. Superman's very good boy Krypto might be a computer-generated creation, but the inspiration was a very real dog: Filmmaker James Gunn's rescue Ozu. It was difficult transition to life in a home -- Ozu destroyed shoes, furniture and even his laptop. Gunn, who was at work writing "Superman," thought, "How difficult would it be if Ozu had superpowers?" That was how Krypto came to be part of the newest "Superman" (out July 11) changing the story and the script. The white pup features prominently in the film's trailer. At the Puppy Bowl earlier this year Gunn said that Krypto is lovable and mischievous and has all of the powers of Superman - and, yes, he can fly too.
