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16 hours ago
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90s movie icon Rachael Leigh Cook goes public with new boyfriend – and he's a very familiar face
RACHAEL Leigh Cook, who starred in hit 90s romcom She's All That, has debuted a brand new blossoming romance. Stepping out with action movie hunk, Brandon Routh, the two stars enjoyed a date night on Friday in Los Angeles. 5 5 Rachael, who is now 45, shot to fame as Laney Boggs in She's All That. She is also famous for starring in The Baby-Sitters Club and Josie and the Pussycats. Meanwhile, Brandon, who is also 45, shot to fame when he portrayed the iconic superhero Superman in the 2006 film Superman Returns. Brandon also starred in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Legends of Tomorrow and Arrow. The two stars enjoyed a low-key outing together in LA as they headed to a weekend movie screening on Friday night. Rachael and Brandon were seen holding hands as they stopped by the crowded venue. SMITTEN DISPLAY At one point in the evening, Brandon's arm was seen affectionately around Rachael as they walked around in public, Love was clearly in the air as the couple shared sweet smiles and cozy moments on their outing. Another adorable moment saw Rachael sweetly rest her hand on Brandon's back. The actress was previously married Daniel Gillies, whom she wed in 2004, but their romance was not to last. 'We got engaged after dating for maybe five months and we got married a couple of months after that,' she told People Magazine in a previous interview. They then separated in June 2019 and their divorce was finalized in 2021. A year later, in October 2022, Rachael opened up about her split from Daniel. 'HAPPILY DIVORCED' She gushed that she was "happily divorced" at the time. Rachael also said of her ex, "We still share Halloween. We go out walking around together and my kids like my boyfriend [Kevin Mann] a lot and we're slowly just navigating what that looks like and it's tough. "It's tough and it's certainly relatable to so many families out there,' she told Us Weekly at the time. She added, "So I hope that this is a nice touchpoint for kids who have a new step-sibling. Maybe take a little bit of a cue from that." Rachael and her ex-husband Daniel share two children from their marriage. They are parents to a daughter named Charlotte, born in 2013, and a son named Theodore, born in 2015. Rachael had been in a relationship with Kevin before she got with Brandon. She and Kevin went Instagram official in 2021. But according to several reports, the relationship ended "a few years later". 5 5 5
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Natalie Portman Pauses Her Sneakers Streak for Boho-Chic Wedge Sandals
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. After three days without a Natalie Portman sighting, I was beginning to think her rom-com Good Sex had wrapped. I'd certainly miss Portman's sometimes nostalgic costumes, but with The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Happy Hours still in production, there's enough outfit inspiration to go around. However, on July 24, the Oscar winner returned to the movie's New York set, to embrace her character's boho side in sky-high wedge sandals. In between takes, paparazzi captured Portman wearing Coach's Archival Buckle Wedges: $250 sandals currently listed for $100 off. The 4.5" platforms were so tall, they just barely peeked out from underneath her Chloé wide-leg pants circa 2016. From there, Portman tucked an oversize The Cure band tee into her burgundy bottoms, and cinched them with a black leather belt. Most information about Portman's character, Lucy has been kept under wraps. But now we know she's a therapist by day, and a punk-rock fan by night. This'll make for a stellar soundtrack. View Deal In the accessory department, Portman's on-screen alter-ego sourced Chloé once more. She chose a metallic gold crossbody bag in the shape of a seashell. It retails for $2,450 and added a summery splash to her final 'fit. Though she didn't wear it, the Black Swan star brought along a light-wash jean jacket. You can tell Portman is in character because she rarely wears wedges off-screen. The closest she'll get to her boho sandals are ankle-tied espadrilles. In 2023, she attended the French Open in espadrille sandals, plus a patterned poplin dress, a Dior straw hat, and cat-eye sunglasses. However, she's rarely styled them since. Portman prefers statement sneakers, ballet flats, or boots. On the Good Sex set, Portman has stayed loyal to office-friendly footwear, most notably $1,150 Dior sneakers, leather loafers, and the occasional Keds. Her clogs-clad costume suggests Ally's fashion is more free-spirited than I initially assumed—a plot twist I can't wait to see unfold on screen. Shop Wedges Inspired by Natalie Portman View Deal View Deal View Deal View Deal View Deal View Deal
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Lena Dunham Is Happy for Netflix Rom-Com ‘Good Sex' to Skip Theatrical Release: ‘I Don't Think This Will Live or Die By That'
Lena Dunham isn't just making a comeback with her Megan Stalter-starring Netflix romantic comedy series 'Too Much' — she also has a movie she wrote and is directing set to premiere on the platform, and starring Oscar-winner Natalie Portman. In fact, it would appear that Netflix really wanted 'Good Sex,' also a rom-com which co-stars genre stalwart Meg Ryan, Mark Ruffalo, and Rashida Jones. After all, the streamer paid a reported $55 million for it. Dunham, though, isn't precious about the movie forgoing a theatrical release to go straight to the platform. To her, that's someone else's battle. More from IndieWire 'Eddington' Review: Ari Aster's Bleak and Brilliant Look at Post-COVID America Feels Like the First Truly Modern Western 'A Little Prayer' Trailer: David Strathairn Warns Jane Levy About Infidelity in Critically Acclaimed Sundance Family Drama 'I really just want people to sit on a couch with their moms and their besties and lean in,' she said in an interview with Variety. 'I love watching other filmmakers fight for the theatrical-release element — but I don't think this will live or die by that.' 'Good Sex' went into production this month, so a release date is still very much pending. Tucker Pillsbury, known to the music scene as rapper Role Model, will make his film debut in the movie. 'He had this humor and essence that really felt like rom-com gold,' Dunham said, describing finding him on her shadow TikTok account. 'He's giving early Brad Pitt, like when you saw him in 'Thelma & Louise.'' In a nod to her late friend and romcom queen writer/director Nora Ephron, Dunham was excited to get Ryan on board. She pitched the movie to Ryan when they both attended Taylor Swift's London stop on the Eras tour. 'I decided, it's now or never, and I'm going to shoot my shot. She couldn't be a lovelier person,' Dunham related. 'Shout-out Taylor — thank you for that. She brings everyone together; she makes the world go round.' Ryan has been slowly raising her profile once again, after a fairly stagnant period without much mainstream action. In February, she appeared in a much-discussed Hellmann's Mayo Super Bowl commercial with Billy Crystal that lampooned undoubtedly her most famous movie moment from 'When Harry Met Sally.' Two years ago, Ryan made her own stab at writing/directing a romantic comedy with the small-scale theatrical release 'What Happens Later' alongside David Duchovny. Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie Nicolas Winding Refn's Favorite Films: 37 Movies the Director Wants You to See Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
2 days ago
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The Victorian south east London pub featured in new Netflix rom-com series
A community pub dating back to the 19th century recently made an appearance in a brand-new Netflix show. The Ivy House in Nunhead made an appearance in the Netflix rom-com series Too Much starring Megan Staller. The Ivy House in Nunhead made an appearance in the Netflix rom-com series Too Much. (Image: Liz Gorman) This Victorian pub famously made an appearance in the first episode of the season when Jessica, fresh from America, moves to a council estate in London after accepting a job in the city. The pub can be seen during the scenes where Felix, played by Will Sharpe, is playing at an open-mic night with the interior of The Ivy House used as a filming location. The pub can be seen during the scenes where Felix, played by Will Sharpe, is playing at an open-mic night. (Image: Liz Gorman) In real life, one of the co-creators of Too Much - Luis Felber - is a musician who formerly played at the pub in his early career. Known as London's first community-owned pub, The Ivy House is a popular spot for musicians and music lovers alike, and was named as one of the Top 50 London pubs by Time Out last year, coming in at number 22. The Ivy House is known as London's first community-owned pub. (Image: Imogen Forte) Dating back to 1865 when beer was first served there on the site, this community pub was founded by local residents in 2013 who saved the building from being demolished. Today, it has become a hub for the local community, hosting live events from punk and poetry to film screenings and Sunday jazz. It has become a hub for the local community. (Image: Imogen Forte) With its original curved bar, timber panelling, and a preserved concert hall, the pub blends heritage with a lively, modern atmosphere. It's a venue where the music never stopped: Ian Dury, Elvis Costello, and Joe Strummer once played here. The pub blends heritage with a lively, modern atmosphere. (Image: Imogen Forte) Now it regularly hosts new and emerging talent, along with spoken word nights, community meetups, and children's drama workshops. It's a place where locals of all ages - and often their dogs - come to enjoy some entertainment and community spirit. As for food and drinks, the pub serves nine craft beers and four cask ales, along with a curated wine and cocktail list, as well as specials like pizzas and Sunday roasts.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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Dermot Mulroney Says 'There Is Talk' of Making a Sequel to Beloved '90s RomCom
Dermot Mulroney Says 'There Is Talk' of Making a Sequel to Beloved '90s RomCom originally appeared on Parade. Actor Dermot Mulroney has some exciting news for fans of his 1997 romantic comedy, My Best Friend's Wedding. People magazine reported that Mulroney said "there is talk of a sequel" while speaking to The New York Post in a July 25 interview. 'I know nothing about it. Last I heard, quote, lawyers were talking, unquote," said Mulroney to the publication. In addition, the actor said he enjoyed filming My Best Friend's Wedding, which also stars Julia Roberts and Cameron Diaz. 'Oh my gosh, the whole thing was a dream. I knew even when I got the audition for it with Julia, like waiting in line with a whole bunch of other guys and I got the role. I knew – and all of Hollywood knew – it was going to be an exceptional movie," said Mulroney during the interview with the New York Post. Mulroney said he believed My Best Friends Wedding has held up over the years in a 2017 People magazine interview. "It's still a gorgeous film," said Mulroney. While speaking to People magazine, Mulroney said he enjoyed Roberts' company. He said while they don't usually "really talk about the movie," they often "cross paths" and have "remained friends." "We'll be with each other forever," said Mulroney, who played Michael O'Neal, a sports journalist planning to wed Kimmy Wallace (Cameron Diaz) in the film. Roberts, who played Michael's best friend who harbors strong feelings for him, shared why she believed the movie has resonated with so many people over the years during a 2019 interview with Entertainment Weekly. The actress said she believed that fans appreciate the chemistry between the leads and the backdrop of Chicago. "We were outside and we were running around and all those things that we were pretending to do, we were doing, except for the isolated plotting and I just think that all that was very refreshing in a way," said Roberts during the interview. Dermot Mulroney Says 'There Is Talk' of Making a Sequel to Beloved '90s RomCom first appeared on Parade on Jul 26, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 26, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
