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3 days ago
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Stone Cold Austin. Actress Emma Stone Lists Her Austin, Texas Home For $26.5 Million, Making It One Of The Priciest Properties On The Market
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Actress Emma Stone starred in Paramount+'s 'The Curse' two years ago as one half of a reality TV renovation duo. The actress brought a lot of practical experience to the role as she is also a house flipper in real life. She and her husband, Dave McCrary, have just put her latest remodel on the market for $26.5 million in Austin, Texas . The home is a sprawling 10,000-square-foot estate that she and McCrary purchased in 2021 for an undisclosed fee. The newly renovated four-bedroom home has a two-bedroom guest house as well, The Wall Street Journal reports. Don't Miss: Inspired by Uber and Airbnb – Deloitte's fastest-growing software company is transforming 7 billion smartphones into income-generating assets – Hasbro, MGM, and Skechers trust this AI marketing firm — Though Stone and McCary originally planned to live in the home in the pricey Tarrytown neighborhood, New York-based work commitments have not made that possible, one of their listing agents, Eric Moreland, told the Journal. The couple also owns a $12 million condo in Lower Manhattan. Moreland said that Stone and McCrary spent over three years renovating and restoring the home, including meticulously removing, cleaning, and reusing all the exterior brick. He said installing the millwork in the screening room was a year-long undertaking. Trending: , which provides access to a pool of short-term loans backed by residential real estate with just a $100 minimum. According to The Music Essentials, Stone has an estimated net worth of $40 million, earned primarily from acting and endorsements. The website says that her most lucrative film was her Oscar-winning performance in 'La La Land,' for which she received $26 million, largely through back-end profits from the film's $447 million worldwide gross. In addition to her movies, for which she is routinely paid around $7 million to $8 million, Stone also endorses fashion brand Louis Vuitton, which The Music Essentials reports she is paid between $6 million and $8 million per year. Stone, whose best-known films other than 'La La Land' include 'The Amazing Spider-Man,' 'The Favourite,' and 'Poor Things,' has been flipping homes as a side hustle for several years. The Journal reported that she sold her blufftop Malibu, California home in 2022 for $4.425 million after buying it for $3.25 million in 2018. Last year, she sold a personal residence in L.A.'s Comstock Hills for $4.3 million, a considerable increase on the $2.3 million she paid in 2019.'Acting is inherently embarrassing — this, as a job, is just silly and you can feel really stupid,' she told the New York Times in 2023 when 'Poor Things' was released. Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos worked with Stone on two of her most critically acclaimed films, 'The Favorite' and 'Poor Things.' 'Thankfully, with Yorgos," Stone added, "it's much more freeing and I feel confident because we can quickly get to, 'I guess this one's not working, let's go somewhere else. Also, I can cry to him if I'm freaking out about something, which I have many times." Read Next: With Point, you can This Jeff Bezos-backed startup will allow you to . Image: Shutterstock Send To MSN: 0 This article Stone Cold Austin. Actress Emma Stone Lists Her Austin, Texas Home For $26.5 Million, Making It One Of The Priciest Properties On The Market originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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4 days ago
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Nathan Fielder Calls FAA 'Very Dumb' Over Response To ‘The Rehearsal'
With Season 2 of HBO's The Rehearsal taking aim at commercial airline safety, Nathan Fielder isn't mincing words about the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). After he pointed out communication issues between co-pilots on the docu-comedy series, the Emmy nominee said the FAA 'revealed themselves to be very dumb' with their response to his findings. More from Deadline 'The Rehearsal' Season 2 Trailer: Nathan Fielder Takes On Aviation Safety In A Role-Playing Exercise That Appears To End In Tragedy – Update 'The Curse's Nathan Fielder On Infusing Reality Into The Satirical Show-Within-A-Show – Contenders TV 'White Lotus' Season 3 Mystery Solved By Mike White's Pal Sarah Silverman During his recent appearance on CNN, Fielder was asked about the FAA's response that it 'mandates all airline pilots and crew members to complete interpersonal communication training,' rejecting the show's claims that pilot communication issues are contributing factors of crashes. 'That's dumb. They're dumb,' said Fielder. 'Here's the issue: I trained to be a pilot. I'm a 737 pilot. I went through the training. The training [for interpersonal communication] is someone shows you a PowerPoint slide saying, 'If you are a co-pilot and the captain does something wrong, you need to speak up about it.' That's all. That's the training, and they talk about some crashes that happen, but they don't do anything that makes it stick emotionally.' Fielder doubled down on his comments later in the interview. 'I think what we're showcasing in the show, is even though we might not have the exact solution, there's stuff to look at here. Why say that? It's a little dumb,' he said of the FAA's statement. The Rehearsal follows one man's journey to reduce the uncertainties of everyday life. With a construction crew, a legion of actors and seemingly unlimited resources, Fielder helps ordinary people prepare for life's biggest moments by 'rehearsing' them in carefully crafted simulations of his own design. Best of Deadline Everything We Know About Netflix's 'The Thursday Murder Club' So Far 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
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4 days ago
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Nathan Fielder Calls FAA 'Very Dumb' Over Response To ‘The Rehearsal'
With Season 2 of HBO's The Rehearsal taking aim at commercial airline safety, Nathan Fielder isn't mincing words about the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). After he pointed out communication issues between co-pilots on the docu-comedy series, the Emmy nominee said the FAA 'revealed themselves to be very dumb' with their response to his findings. More from Deadline 'The Rehearsal' Season 2 Trailer: Nathan Fielder Takes On Aviation Safety In A Role-Playing Exercise That Appears To End In Tragedy – Update 'The Curse's Nathan Fielder On Infusing Reality Into The Satirical Show-Within-A-Show – Contenders TV 'White Lotus' Season 3 Mystery Solved By Mike White's Pal Sarah Silverman During his recent appearance on CNN, Fielder was asked about the FAA's response that it 'mandates all airline pilots and crew members to complete interpersonal communication training,' rejecting the show's claims that pilot communication issues are contributing factors of crashes. 'That's dumb. They're dumb,' said Fielder. 'Here's the issue: I trained to be a pilot. I'm a 737 pilot. I went through the training. The training [for interpersonal communication] is someone shows you a PowerPoint slide saying, 'If you are a co-pilot and the captain does something wrong, you need to speak up about it.' That's all. That's the training, and they talk about some crashes that happen, but they don't do anything that makes it stick emotionally.' Fielder doubled down on his comments later in the interview. 'I think what we're showcasing in the show, is even though we might not have the exact solution, there's stuff to look at here. Why say that? It's a little dumb,' he said of the FAA's statement. The Rehearsal follows one man's journey to reduce the uncertainties of everyday life. With a construction crew, a legion of actors and seemingly unlimited resources, Fielder helps ordinary people prepare for life's biggest moments by 'rehearsing' them in carefully crafted simulations of his own design. Best of Deadline Everything We Know About Netflix's 'The Thursday Murder Club' So Far 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
Time of India
23-05-2025
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Tamil superstar Ajith himself cooked idlis and upma for 70-80 people on set, reveals 'Good Bad And Ugly' co-star
Rahul Dev made his cinematic debut in 2000, venturing into the world of films with the movie Champion. His performance as the antagonist in that film brought him instant recognition—but at a cost. The role, while successful, carved a path he hadn't anticipated: that of the perpetual villain. In a candid interview with SCREEN, Rahul opened up about his Bollywood journey that never quite took off the way he'd hoped. Despite being part of notable projects, he still feels like his big moment is yet to come. Dreams Deferred, Not Denied Reflecting on his early days, Dev revealed that he never stepped into the industry with lofty ambitions. 'I didn't arrive with stars in my eyes,' he said. 'I just wanted consistent work.' A self-described ordinary guy from Delhi with no filmi connections, Rahul often felt out of place. 'Many times, I've felt like I haven't found solid ground, like I missed that one role that could change everything,' he admitted. He pointed out how unrealistic mainstream cinema can be, contrasting it with the authenticity of real life. The Curse of Success in a Single Shade When asked about being slotted into negative roles repeatedly, Rahul was honest: 'At that time, if you succeeded in a particular image, especially a villainous one, the industry wouldn't see you as anything else.' He clarified that playing antagonists wasn't the problem—it was being only offered those roles that became creatively suffocating. 'It was the filmmakers who confined me, not the public,' he stressed. 'Audiences never got to see me in a different light.' Crossing Borders, Not Expectations Rahul's typecasting didn't end in Bollywood. His dark characters were soon echoed in South Indian films like Simhadri, Mass, Billa, Aathi, and notably, Vedalam and Good Bad Ugly, where he shared screen space with Tamil icon Ajith Kumar . Speaking of Ajith, Rahul's voice warmed with genuine admiration: 'Working with Ajith ji again was a joy. He's not just a star in Tamil cinema—he's respected across India. Humble, generous, and deeply human.' The Man Behind the Star One memory stood out sharply for Rahul. A grieving couple had visited the sets. 'Ajith met them at their lowest. He spoke with them kindly, offering comfort without fanfare. He's made of something rare,' Rahul shared. 'I remember shooting the climax scene with him amidst Durga Puja in Calcutta. We were shooting nights—7 pm to 5 am. After a whole night's work, he would then cook upma, idlis, and many other dishes every day. Not just for me, for the whole unit – around 70-80 people. When I am saying he would cook, he would be at the helm of things, and not just supervising. He used to chop the onions and do everything on his own,' An Actor, A Cook, A Friend On their very first meeting, Ajith asked Rahul if he wanted anything from his home. Rahul casually replied, 'Anything.' The next day, Ajith appeared with two large lunch boxes filled with home-cooked dishes. 'That wasn't formality. That was heartfelt warmth,' Rahul recalled. Ajith's Recent Outings Meanwhile, Ajith's recent films, Vidaamuyarchi and Good Bad Ugly, both starring Trisha Krishnan, didn't make waves at the box office.
Time Magazine
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Magazine
Breaking Down the Nathan for You Controversy at the Center of The Rehearsal Season 2 Episode 2
W arning: This post contains spoilers for Episode 2 of The Rehearsal Season 2. In just its second episode, Season 2 of Nathan Fielder's hit HBO series The Rehearsal is already testing the limits of boundary pushing it can get away with. Of course, we'd expect nothing less from the creator behind such ingeniously deranged projects as The Curse and Nathan for You. In fact, one episode of Nathan for You —the mid-2010s Comedy Central docu-reality series that revolved around Fielder trying to help struggling small businesses by coming up with outrageous marketing stunts—plays a pivotal role in the latest installment of The Rehearsal. Following a premiere that introduced the season's timely central focus, aviation safety, Episode 2 takes the narrative in unexpected new directions (as is Fielder's typical M.O.). One such deviation involves exploring how an episode of Nathan of You being removed from the show's streaming home of Paramount+ relates to The Rehearsal 's purported aim of empowering people to navigate tricky real-life situations. In the Season 2 premiere, Fielder introduced his theory that many plane crashes are caused by co-pilots facing difficulty speaking up to their captains when they think something is amiss. In Episode 2, Fielder sets the scene by comparing these issues to his own inability to successfully confront Paramount about taking down Season 3, Episode 2 of Nathan for You from its platform due to "sensitivities." In the 2015 episode, titled "Horseback Riding/Man Zone," Fielder, who is Jewish, partnered with a rabbi to create an intentionally over-the-top Holocaust awareness-themed clothing display (one featuring several Nazi flags and a recreation of the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" sign that hung above the main entrance to the Auschwitz concentration camp) to promote his outdoor apparel brand Summit Ice. The idea for Summit Ice was born from Fielder learning that Taiga, the maker of a jacket he had worn while filming Nathan for You, had published a tribute to a Holocaust denier in one of their winter catalogs. The stunt-turned-charitable initiative resulted in celebrities ranging from Jack Black to John Mayer being spotted in Summit Ice jackets in the weeks after the episode aired and the clothing line generating more than $300,000 in sales in just under two months, with all profits donated to the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre. In Episode 2 of The Rehearsal, Fielder shares Summit Ice has since raised millions of dollars for Holocaust awareness and that he views the brand as his "proudest achievement." Through this setup, he reveals he was informed that a decision had been made by Paramount+ Germany in late 2023 to remove the episode in their region after they become uncomfortable with "anything that touches on anti-Semitism in the aftermath of the Israel/Hamas attacks." Fielder goes on to say that this act by Germany triggered the attention of other European Paramount branches and eventually led to the episode being taken down everywhere as "the ideology of Paramount+ Germany" spread to the entire globe. He also points out that, at the time of filming Season 2 of The Rehearsal, there were 50 results for "Nazi," 10 for "Hitler," and zero for "Judaism" on the Paramount+ app. Although the Nathan for You episode is, as of Sunday, still not available on Paramount+, interested viewers can stream it on Max or purchase it to watch on Prime Video. In an attempt to work through his issue with Paramount, Fielder first brings in an actor to play the role of himself sending the emails he'd previously exchanged with the streamer on the topic. "The thing that made this tricky was Paramount is currently airing a different series of mine, a scripted drama that hadn't yet been renewed," Fielder explains in reference to The Curse. "How I spoke to them could have career repercussions, just like it did for co-pilots." Later, to try to figure out how to engage with Paramount in a constructive way (or so he says), Fielder builds a set clearly intended to evoke a Nazi war room and hires an actor dressed as a Nazi to spar with him in German-accented English. Fielder starts out by acknowledging that while he recognizes Germany is probably "trying to overcompensate" for what happened in the past, by censoring the work of Jewish artists, they could be giving people the wrong idea about what they actually stand for. "Believe it or not, we're on the same side," he concludes. However, after encouraging the actor to speak more freely, the bit ends with his scene partner breaking character to explain why he has a hard time believing Fielder is there, as he claims, to understand Paramount's point of view. Instead, Fielder is simply constructing a scenario skewed to the point that he would obviously be in the right. "You don't actually want to get the Paramount+ perspective or the German perspective," he says. "Look at you pretending to be serious. This is not sincere. Just a man with a grudge using his television show to smear us instead of trying to understand us." It's a moment that gets right to the heart of a point Fielder seems like he's trying to make about people's ability, or lack thereof, to convincingly portray sincerity and, more personally, as TIME TV critic Judy Berman put it, "whether he, a comedian with a reputation for humiliating people that dates back to Nathan for You, can get anyone to take him seriously on an issue he really cares about." But he certainly walks a tightrope to make it to that revelation.
