Elizabeth Banks wanted to directThor: Ragnarokbut didn't hear back from Marvel

The director and actress has revealed that she pitched herself for the job that ultimately went toTaika Waititi. But “nothing ever happened,” she continued. “No one called me. Elizabeth Banks; Chris Hemsworth in ‘Thor: Ragnarok’.Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images; Marvel Studios Taika Waititi got the job. Banks said she had an “attraction to the sensibility” presented in the film, which starsChris Hemsworth. I never should have said it out loud.”...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · Cynthia Miller

Elizabeth Debicki's Diana and Dominic West's Prince Charles revealed inThe Crownseason 5

Meet the new prince and princess in the Netflix drama’s final two seasons. The Crown’s new royal couple has made their grand entrance. Debicki portrays Diana throughout the early 1990s in season 5. Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana.Netflix He, too, won a Globe and received an Emmy attention for his performance. The pair will now play Diana and Charles inThe Crown’s final two seasons. Dominic West as Prince Charles in ‘The Crown’ season 5....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 74 words · Michael Bautista

Elizabeth Gilbert delays publication of novelThe Snow Forestamid backlash

Gilbert has indefinitely pulled the book from release due to a backlash from Ukrainian readers. Elizabeth Gilbertis pulling her latest novel,The Snow Forest,from the release calendar. The author only announced the book, which was set to publish in Feb. 2024, last week. Elizabeth Gilbert and the cover of her novel ‘The Snow Forest’.Marla Aufmuth/Getty Images; Riverhead Books “And as a result I’m making a course correction and removing the book from its publication schedule....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Matthew Doyle

Elizabeth Hubbard,As the World TurnsandThe Doctorsstar, dies at 89

Her son Jeremy Bennett confirmed that she passed away over the weekend. “I will attempt to honor your memory for as long as I live.” She earned eight Daytime Emmy nominations for her work on the series. Elizabeth Hubbard.Everett Collection Hubbard also starred as Dr. Althea Davis in NBC’sThe Doctors,which earned her her first Daytime Emmy. She also appeared in filmsThe Bell Jar, Ordinary People, Cold River,andCenter Stage. “There aren’t words to describe how much she meant to me,” Byrne said....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Thomas Lopez

Elizabeth Hurley wants to work withBedazzledcostar Brendan Fraser again: 'I love him'

“It’s been 20 years since I tortured him,” the English actress joked. Time for round 2? Plot twist:Elizabeth Hurleyhas a wish thatshe’dlike to make involving herBedazzledcostarBrendan Fraser. Elizabeth Hurley and Brendan Fraser in ‘Bedazzled’.Everett Collection She added, “He was one of my favorite costars.” “Brendan and I got on so fantastically when we shotBedazzledand then didn’t speak,” Hurley said. “We didn’t speak at all until I got invited to this screening ofThe Whale....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Teresa Roman

Elizabeth McGovern ponders how Ava Gardner would fit in at Downton Abbey

Plenty of luminaries, including the King and Queen themselves, have passed through the halls ofDownton Abbey. “Everybody would love her,” McGovern muses. “Everybody I talked to who ever worked with her really loved her. Elizabeth McGovern ponders how Ava Gardner would fit in at ‘Downton Abbey’.Justin Bettman She’s such a big, warm, expansive character. She would have made quite a splash.” The play, a two-hander, is based on the bookThe Secret Conversationsby journalist Peter Evans and Gardner....

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 866 words · Matthew Jones

Elizabeth Olsen and Lesli Linka Glatter preview the 'American tragedy' at the center ofLove & Death

While there, Betty confronted her about the affair. Later that evening, Betty’s body was discovered in her blood-soaked utility room with 41 ax wounds. Premiering spring 2023, the series also starsLily RabeandJesse Plemonsas Betty and Allan Gore. Jesse Plemons and Elizabeth Olsen in ‘Love & Death’.Jake Giles Netter/HBO Max there’s a part of people that want to label them with a personality disorder or a mental illness. Let’s be clear, though: Glatter and co....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 229 words · April Patrick

Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany break down the playful sitcom allusions ofWandaVision

WandaVisionwasn’t supposed to launch Marvel’s next big chapter. “The whole thing was very specific, and it was really fun to do that as an actor. To get to do this like six different times was really fun.” Marvel Studios It also allowed the two serious superheroes to get a little silly. “You see him born, for goodness' sake. He’s omnipotent, but very naive. ByCivil War, he’s beginning his burgeoning interest in humanity and love....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Jeremy Lucas

Elizabeth Olsen couldn't bring herself to swing an ax at pregnantLove & Deathcostar Lily Rabe

The actress noted her costar was “in a little shirt with a six-month belly” during filming. Warning: This article contains spoilers forLove & Death. “Lily was six months pregnant. Elizabeth Olsen and Lily Rabe in ‘Love & Death’.Jake Giles Netter/HBO Max She had a double. And they also could erase [her belly] in post. But she was in a little shirt with a six-month belly!” she toldThe Hollywood Reporter. “It was crazy....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Kristin Neal

Elizabeth Olsen has advice for actors thinking about joining the MCU: 'Just give them one'

The Wandavision star has unleashed a bit of chaos magic. Elizabeth Olsenhas some advice for actors thinking about joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Less is more. In response, she’s offered some words of wisdom: “Just give them one.” Elizabeth Olsen.Frazer Harrison/Getty Yes, as in sign on for only asingleproject. Before anyone panics, Olsen has a solid reason for why that’s a good idea. “I think that way you have more control over… “Don’t tell [David] Galluzzi that,” Olsen jokingly added....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Jeffrey Rodriguez

Elizabeth Olsen reveals the advice Mary-Kate and Ashley gave her to help navigate Marvel fame

“I don’t like presenting at awards shows,” she says. “I tried, and I don’t like it. It is not worth the feeling of passing out that I get, like, every time. Donato Sardella/Getty Images It’s just not worth it.” I think it has informed how I conduct myself." “I’ve been confused by how lucky I got with them wanting to makeWandaVision… There was this total fear, and now I have this pressure all over again connecting toDoctor Strange....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Patricia Casey

Elizabeth Olsen says 'WandaVision' is definitely not getting a season 2

“It’s definitely a limited series.” (The Flight AttendantandWandaVision, respectively.) No," Olsen responded immediately. Elizabeth Olsen and Kaley Cuoco “It’s definitely a limited series.” “I mean, I’m saying that,” Olsen said. “I don’t know. I mean, with Marvel, you’re able to never say no. Marvel fans know there are no rules when it comes to the universe. But no one knows that better than Olsen, whose on-screen partnerPaul Bettany, a.k.a. “It is a limited series....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Nicole Robbins

Elizabeth Olsen says she doesn't miss being Marvel's Scarlet Witch

Wanda Maximoff might be chilling beneath a mountain for longer than expected. The actress continued herstreak of Marvel-related honestyduring Variety’sActors on Actorsseries. WhenThe White LotusstarMeghann Fahyasked if Olsen misses playing Wanda, the actress gave a definitive no. Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff in ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’.Marvel Studios “I don’t,” Olsen said. “I think it’s been almost 10 years of playing her. And I’ve loved it. “I thinkWandaVisionwas a really surprising opportunity,” Olsen said....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Victoria Stein