Jake Gyllenhaal's new children's book has a hilariousPrince of PersiaEaster egg

The actor and his best friend Greta Caruso co-wrote The Secret Society of Aunts and Uncles. “That was Dan Santat,” Gyllenhaal tells EW of the Easter egg, with a laugh. “He snuck that in before printing, and I didn’t approve that. Jake Gyllenhaal; ‘The Secret Society of Aunts and Uncles’.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic; Feiwel & Friends I don’t know where that came from.” So I guess that was Dan’s joke on me." No one explained what it was or what the requirements were to them or to me....

April 30, 2025 · 4 min · 748 words · Crystal Tucker

Jake Gyllenhaal’sRoad Houseremake is pulpy, bone-crunching fun

A jacked Gyllenhaal stars in Doug Limans remake of the 1989 Patrick Swayze classic. Its been 35 years sincePatrick Swayzetaught us that pain dont hurt. Actual pro fighterConor McGregoralso pops up to chew scenery and noses as an unhinged enforcer named Knox. Jake Gylenhaal in ‘Road House’.Everett Collection (He later walked back that protest, making an appearance at the Austin premiere in March.) (Think of his screeching eccentricity inOkjaor his manic gyrating inJohn Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 145 words · Charlene Garcia

Jake Johnson made a butt imprint on theNew Girlcouch

Isabella Vosmikova/Fox/Everett Jake Johnsonmade a massive impact onNew Girl particularly on the shows set. Johnson will appear on Tuesdays episode ofLast Mealsto discuss his upcoming directorial debutSelf Reliance. And on the pilot I claimed it, Johnson explains. Jake Johnson on ‘New Girl’.Credit:Isabella Vosmikova/Fox/Everett Were shooting long hours. Gotta have something to drink. Everybody knew each other so well, he says. No way, my guy. The actor details how a revolving door of directors can impact the atmosphere of a set....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Laura Jones

Jake Johnson recalls working with 'sweet kid' Olivia Rodrigo onNew Girl

The “Vampire” pop star appeared on the Fox sitcom back in 2017. Jake Johnsonknows talent when he sees it. “It was me, Zooey, and the girls, and they were such sweet kids. Olivia Rodrigo on ‘New Girl’.FOX Image Collection via Getty Images And some kid actors are justgood.” They were just good actors." And that was just the start of Rodrigo’s career. She has since broken out with her music, topping the charts and wining threeGrammys....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 89 words · Rebecca Marshall

Jake Paul beats Mike Tyson in Netflix boxing match overshadowed by technical glitches and bare butt

Legendary 58-year-old boxerMike Tysonwas no match for 27-year-old Jake Paul. Paul claimed that he would “make $40 million and knock out a legend” during anAug. But the matchup offered far more entertaining drama outside the ring. Jake Paul and Mike Tyson in the ring.Sarah Stier/Getty “It’s personal now. He must die!” Another widely discussed moment occurred when Tyson’s son, Amir, interviewed him before the fight. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.Sarah Stier/Getty...

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · David Herrera

Jaleel White begged for Urkel to be added toFamily Mattersfood-fight scene: 'I'll do anything'

White ended up with more food-fight action than he wanted. This did not sit well with the teen actor. He’s like, ‘You’ll do anything?" Jaleel White in the ‘Family Matters’ episode ‘Baker’s Dozen’.Credit:ABC And I’m like, ‘That’s not how I wanted it to be exactly." Christopher Willard/Disney via Getty He remembers the incident as not just a gag, but a real throwdown. It was just me walking into the door and getting hit by a pie....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 124 words · John Clark

Jaleel White recalls Bill Cosby's curse-filled rant overFat Albertmovie: No 'f---ingNutty Professor, fat suit s---'

Cosby was kind to him when he was Urkel, White writes in his new book. It didn’t go over well. He told Cosby, “Mr. C. I got the message. Jaleel White writes in his new book about his encounters with Bill Cosby.Jon Kopaloff/Getty; Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty You don’t have to curse….” “Oh, so now you telling me how to talk? You think you’re able to tell me what to say?” Cosby said, according to the book....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Johnny Fields

Jam band Moe in state of 'profound shock and sadness' after New Year’s Eve car crash kills 2

A large fire broke out following the crash, which took firefighters nearly an hour to extinguish. During the Tuesday briefing, Smith said Avery appeared to “intentionally” target the pedestrian crossing. Investigators have found no evidence that the crash was terror related. Moe.Credit:Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic EW has reached out to the Rochester Police Department for further information. Last nights events outside the Kodak Center have left us all in profound shock and sadness, theywroteon Instagram....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Henry Stein

James Bond Oscars tribute brings out Doja Cat, Raye, and Lisa of Blackpink for theme song medley

Rich Polk/Penske Media via Getty The2025 Oscarsbecame a night of medleys. The SubstanceactressMargaret Qualleywas the first out the gate. Want more movie news? Doja Cat, Raye, Lisa of Blackpink at the 2025 Oscars.Credit:Rich Polk/Penske Media via Getty “I had the great pleasure of working with Barbara and Michael onDie Another Day. “Every generation does have their Bond, you know? The world revolves itevolves, and so does he. Bond Girl Halle Berry presenting the 007 tribute at the 2025 Oscars....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Heidi Jones

James Brolin reacts to internet saying Christian Bale is his doppelganger: 'I don't get it'

Brolin was asked about it on “Watch What Happens Live.” James Brolinknows that people thinkChristian Baleis his doppelganger, but he wonders why. Getty (2) “Have you ever heard that?” James Brolin, left, circa 1970 and Christian Bale in 2022.Getty (2) hostAndy Cohenasked in the clip below. Eventually, his father came around. Brolin, who marriedBarbra Streisandin 1998, has had staying power in the entertainment business.

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 64 words · Douglas Johnson

James Cameron already has ideas forAvatar6 and 7, because of course he does

The filmmaker added that he’d “probably be handing the baton on at that point.” Don’t expectJames Cameronto return from Pandora and the world of the Na’vi any time soon. “I mean, mortality catches up. But I mean, we’re enjoying what we’re doing. We’re loving it. We get to work with great people.” “We’re still a young universe. We’re only two movies in, we’re halfway through our third right now. Cameron compared his commitment to the series to the ambitions of visionaries likeGeorge Lucas....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Kelsey Fitzpatrick

James Cameron explainsAvatar: Fire and Ashtitle, teases 'it's a vicious cycle'

So what’s the aftermath? Grief, loss, right? And then what does that cause in the future? James Cameron, Sam Worthington, and Zoe Saldana promoting ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ at 2024’s D23 Expo.The Walt Disney Company More violence, more anger, more hatred. It’s a vicious cycle. So that’s the thinking." Speaking of grief and loss, that movie’s climactic ending, featuring a battle againstStephen Lang’s Col. The Walt Disney Company “I wouldn’t call it dark film....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 216 words · Melanie Scott

James Cameron reacts to director Roland Emmerich saying he's 'overbearing': 'Damn right'

No point in accusingJames Cameronof a possessing a quality he’s proud of. No point in starting beef with Cameron at all. Emmerich made his statement matter-of-factly, “Because its like, Is it your movie or my movie?' James Cameron and Roland Emmerich.Kevin Winter/Getty; Chelsea Lauren/Variety/Penske Media via Getty Both Cameron and Emmerich are known for exerting a fairly high-degree of control over their sets. As simple as that. Reps for Cameron and Emmerich did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Jason Smith