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Leader Live
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Winona Ryder says she still plays poker with Al Pacino
Ryder, 53, is best known for starring in Tim Burton's 1988 movie Beetlejuice and its 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, along with playing Joyce Byers in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things. She worked with The Godfather star Pacino, 85, in the films Simone (2002) and Looking For Richard (1996), adding that she was 'actively' in love with him. Ryder, who fronts the September issue of ELLE UK, told the magazine: 'I was absolutely in love with Al Pacino when I was working with him. 'We were doing that workshop for Richard III, which I didn't know was gonna be a movie. I was actively in love with him. 'He was obsessed with coffee, and he would take me all over New York – like, to the weirdest places – to try different coffees. I'm 22, or whatever. Finally, he's dropping me off wherever I'm staying, and I'm like, 'I love you, you know. I really am completely in love with you.' And he was like: 'Aw, honey, noooo.' 'Then, like 10 years later, I meet his girlfriend, who's younger than me. 'I still play poker with him sometimes. It's the best.' With a career spanning decades, Ryder credits actress Laura Dern for helping her navigate the industry and taking her under her wing. She said: 'I don't think I'd be here without her. I met her on my first screen test for Lucas – I didn't know what a screen test was. 'Laura was there to read for the older girl, and she talked me through it, 'cause I didn't know what the f*** was going on. 'She befriended me. I was literally 12 and – nobody knows this – she took me under her wing into my twenties. That relationship got me through.' She is now passing on her own wisdom to the younger cast members on the series Stranger Things. Ryder said: 'I've been trying to sort of change this narrative with the kids, because they have it drilled into them that they're so lucky and, you know, that this show 'made' them. 'I'm like: 'No. Netflix is so lucky. You guys are the special ones. Like, you guys are magic.'' Ryder is also known for starring in films including Heathers, Edward Scissorhands and Little Women. The September issue of ELLE UK is on sale from 31 July.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix Announces Major Wednesday Update – And 1 Exciting Hint About It's Future
If you were one of the millions of fans who helped make Wednesday the most-watched English-language Netflix show of all time, there's some very good news about the future of the series. With season two of the award-winning reimagining of The Addams Family starring Jenna Ortega coming this August, there's now even more cause for celebration as Netflix has renewed for a third season. The streamer confirmed the news on its social media this week, sharing a post of Wednesday holding a spooky crystal ball with the number three on it, along with the tagline 'bad things come in threes'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Wednesday Netflix (@wednesdaynetflix) The caption added: 'Season 2 awakens in two weeks. Season 3 is the next omen, already in motion, already inevitable.' And not only has Wednesday been confirmed for season three, but it looks like a spinoff series is in the early stages of discussions. As revealed in a new joint interview with star Jenna and director and executive producer Tim Burton in The Hollywood Reporter, showrunner Alfred Gough said a secretive spinoff is 'something we're definitely noodling; there are other characters we can look at'. She would never leave you hanging. Wednesday has been officially renewed for Season 3. Season 2 awakens in two weeks. — Netflix (@netflix) July 23, 2025 Netflix chief content officer Bela Bajaria also hinted that 'there's a lot to explore in the Addams Family'. While further details about the future of Wednesday remain under wraps for now, showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar added in a statement (via Deadline): 'It's been a dark delight to watch Wednesday cast her spell over audiences across the globe – one deadpan quip at a time. We're beyond thrilled she'll be returning to stalk the halls of Nevermore in Season 3. 'This time, she'll unearth more of the school's sinister secrets – and descend even deeper into the Addams family crypt. Or, as Wednesday would say: 'Nothing brings a family together like a good exhumation'.' In a statement to Netflix's Tudum, Alfred did give one hint that we will be 'seeing more Addams Family members and learning more family secrets in Season 3'. The news comes after fans learned last year that Lady Gaga was reported to be in a guest role for season two. Other new additions to the season two cast include Billie Piper, Thandiwe Newton, Joanna Lumley and Steve Buscemi. Part one of season two is set to drop on 6 August, with part two arriving on 3 September. Related... Will There Be An Untamed Season 2? Here's Everything We Know So Far Lady Gaga Has Joined The Cast Of This Absolutely Massive Netflix Show Stranger Things Creator Sets The Record Straight On 1 Major Rumour Ahead Of Season 5
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix confirms Wednesday season 3 before new series even airs
Wednesday has been renewed for a third season. The hit Netflix supernatural comedy - which stars Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams - is set to return on August 6 for the first half of its second series, but a third run of episodes has already been announced. In a joint statement, showrunners Alfred Cough and Miles Millar said: "It's been a dark delight to watch Wednesday cast her spell over audiences across the globe — one deadpan quip at a time. 'We're beyond thrilled she'll be returning to stalk the halls of Nevermore in Season 3. "This time, she'll unearth more of the school's sinister secrets — and descend even deeper into the Addams family crypt. Or, as Wednesday would say: 'Nothing brings a family together like a good exhumation.' ' In a post on the official Wednesday Addams X account, the Netflix team confirmed the news. They wrote: "Season 2 awakens in two weeks. Season 3 is the next omen, already in motion, already inevitable." Jenna returns alongside a cast that also includes the likes of Gwendoline Christie as Nevermore Academy's shapeshifting principle, while Emma Myers stars as Wednesday's werewolf roommate Enid. When it comes to the future of Wednesday and further seasons, producer Tim Burton has insisted nothing is set in stone. During a joint interview with Jenna, he told the Hollywood Reporter: "I don't think that way. "You're talking to two of the worst people to ask that question." Alfred and Miles would like to continue Wednesday's story to the end of her time at Nevermore, which would be seven seasons. There is also potential for a spinoff series, which the team are exploring, although details are being kept under wraps. Alfred told THR: "It's something we're definitely noodling; there are other characters we can look at." Netflix chief content officer Bela Bajaria teased: 'There's a lot to explore in the Addams Family.'
BreakingNews.ie
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Winona Ryder says she still plays poker with Al Pacino
US actress Winona Ryder has said she still plays poker with Hollywood star Al Pacino and that she once confessed her love to him. Ryder, 53, is best known for starring in Tim Burton's 1988 movie Beetlejuice and its 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, along with playing Joyce Byers in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things. Advertisement She worked with The Godfather star Pacino, 85, in the films Simone (2002) and Looking For Richard (1996), adding that she was 'actively' in love with him. Winona Ryder fronts the September issue of ELLE (Olivia Malone/ELLE UK/PA) Ryder, who fronts the September issue of ELLE UK, told the magazine: 'I was absolutely in love with Al Pacino when I was working with him. 'We were doing that workshop for Richard III, which I didn't know was gonna be a movie. I was actively in love with him. 'He was obsessed with coffee, and he would take me all over New York – like, to the weirdest places – to try different coffees. I'm 22, or whatever. Finally, he's dropping me off wherever I'm staying, and I'm like, 'I love you, you know. I really am completely in love with you.' And he was like: 'Aw, honey, noooo.' Advertisement 'Then, like 10 years later, I meet his girlfriend, who's younger than me. 'I still play poker with him sometimes. It's the best.' Winona Ryder (Olivia Malone/ELLE UK/PA) With a career spanning decades, Ryder credits actress Laura Dern for helping her navigate the industry and taking her under her wing. She said: 'I don't think I'd be here without her. I met her on my first screen test for Lucas – I didn't know what a screen test was. Advertisement 'Laura was there to read for the older girl, and she talked me through it, 'cause I didn't know what the f*** was going on. 'She befriended me. I was literally 12 and – nobody knows this – she took me under her wing into my twenties. That relationship got me through.' She is now passing on her own wisdom to the younger cast members on the series Stranger Things. Ryder said: 'I've been trying to sort of change this narrative with the kids, because they have it drilled into them that they're so lucky and, you know, that this show 'made' them. Advertisement 'I'm like: 'No. Netflix is so lucky. You guys are the special ones. Like, you guys are magic.'' Ryder is also known for starring in films including Heathers, Edward Scissorhands and Little Women. The September issue of ELLE UK is on sale from July 31st.
Mint
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Ahead of Wednesday Season 2 release date, Jenna Ortega confirms Season 3 and spinoff web series
Wednesday, the popular Netflix series, has officially been renewed for Season 3. This early announcement comes just weeks before the Season 2 OTT release date, August 6. Fans are excited as this show is already the most-watched English-language series on Netflix. The news was first shared by The Hollywood Reporter, which spoke with Jenna Ortega, who plays Wednesday Addams, and director Tim Burton. It has also revealed that a spinoff series is in the early stages of discussion. The viral dance scene in Wednesday Season 1 became a huge hit online. People wondered if Season 2 would try to do something similar. Tim Burton, the director, said there was no such pressure. Burton chose the song, and Jenna Ortega just danced without a choreographer. She might have even had COVID that day, according to the director. Burton told The Hollywood Reporter that it was fun because they didn't plan too much. He didn't expect the scene to go viral and doesn't want to force such moments. When asked how many seasons the show should have, he says he doesn't think that way. 'You're talking to two of the worst people to ask that question,' probably hinting at Netflix to take the call. Tim Burton is a legendary name in Hollywood. His films have earned 20 Oscar nominations and won 8 so far. His 1988 film Beetlejuice won one Oscar, followed by Batman in 1989. Ed Wood (1994) grabbed two wins. Sleepy Hollow (1999), Sweeney Todd (2007) and Alice in Wonderland (2010) also received Oscars. When asked about the reason behind their decision to be a part of Wednesday, Tim Burton said he had chosen the web series because it gave him a chance to work in TV for the first time. He also liked Wednesday Addams as a character. Even as an older man, he said he could relate to her feelings. He liked her quiet style and few emotions. According to Jenna Ortega, Wednesday is one of the rare lead characters who doesn't show much emotion and still works well. This is usually seen only in villains. Jenna also remembered how she once auditioned for a Wednesday cartoon film at age 14. She didn't get the part but told her mother she still wished to play Wednesday one day. 'I remember telling my mom, 'That would be cool to be her, though',' she said.
