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The 15 Best Dad Movies Of All Time
By Jonathan Klotz
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It’s not a particular genre like science fiction, fantasy, or drama, but there’s no denying the power of a great dad movie. Dad movies are perfect for men of a certain age, but what exactly makes a movie a dad movie, is up for debate. After going through countless films, I think Dad movies are about competent men excelling through their devotion to duty, personal ethics, a particular set of skills, and overcoming the odds.
That and movies where you can fall asleep in the middle and still enjoy the third act. Dads love a good nap!
These are the 15 best Dad movies of all time.
15. Rudy

Al Bundy once scored 4 touchdowns in a single game to win the city championship for Polk High against their rival, Andrew Johnson High. A lot of Dads out there think they can still go, one last time, and win the game. No movie gives hope to the underdog like Rudy.
Starring Sean Astin before he carried Frodo into Mordor, Rudy is the true story of Daniel “Rudy” Ruttiger, the undersized football player who lacks the grades to make into Notre Dame. By devoting himself to his goal, Rudy earns the grades he needs, and walks onto the Fighting Irish. Even then, he never makes it to the field.
Until the very last play, of his very last game as a Senior.
The beauty of Rudy is that it’s not really a football movie. You can know nothing about the gridiron and still lose your mind cheering by the end of the film. Pursuing a dream with everything in you, letting nothing stand in your way, that’s universal.
14. Ocean’s 11

Sauve, sophisticated, and able to outsmart everyone, George Clooney’s Danny Ocean is what every Dad sees when they look at themselves in the mirror. As a gentleman thief, Clooney drips cool in every single shot. Add to that the rest of the crew, and what guy hasn’t wanted to knock off a Vegas casino with the boys?
It’s the crew, including Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Bernice Mac, Elliot Gould, and Dan Cheadle, that turns Ocean’s 11 into a full-on Dad movie.
They may be thieves, explosives experts, pickpockets, and con artists, but they look out for each other. It’s unconventional, but it’s a bond of brotherhood and male friendship that every Dad wants to have with the boys. That and heist movies are fun, and Ocean’s 11 is such a breezy, light watch that it’s impossible to not enjoy yourself. Ocean’s 12 was a step back, and Ocean’s 13 was a return to form, but nothing beats the first film.
13. The Blues Brothers

It started with a harmonica and a dream. Dan Aykroyd turned his love of blues music into The Blues Brothers, a Saturday Night Live sketch with John Belushi, and then, in 1980, they took to the big screen with the greatest movie about getting the band back together. On a mission from God to save an orphanage, Jake and Elwood Blues tear up the state of Illinois, resulting in an unforgettable chase through a mall and the largest pile-up in movie history.
It’s fun, it’s frenetic, and along with a love for history, most Dads start to appreciate the blues as they get older. The Blues Brothers has a killer soundtrack and cameos from classic blues musicians, and then soul singers Aretha Franklin and James Brown, among many, many other cameos. Steven Spielberg, Carrie Fisher, Paul Reubens, Joe Walsh, John Candy; it’s a who’s who of the late 70s and early 80s.
Teaching your kids to appreciate The Blues Brothers is a rite of passage.
12. Major League

“Just a bit outside.” “He leads the league in most offensive categories, including nosehair.”
As Dads, we love running movie quotes into the ground. Combined with baseball and a team of underdogs, Major League is a perfect summer movie for Dads. Bob Uecker’s commentary alone is worth rewatching it for the 50th time. Chances are, there’s a new throwaway joke or visual gag you’ll pick up on.
Charlie Sheen as “Wild Thing” Ricky Vaughn is the role he was born to play, while Major League is a reminder of why he became an A-list star in the first place. And if you don’t start stomping your feet and singing Wild Thing during the playoff game against the most hated team in baseball, the New York Yankees, then you are clinically dead.
Major League is nearly 40 years old, and the comedy still holds up. It’s better than a lot of today’s comedies; even if the Cleveland Indians no longer exist, it’s a timeless dad movie you can throw on and endlessly quote all Summer long.
11. The Fugitive

In the 90s, Harrison Ford achieved peak Dad movie. Air Force One, Patriot Games, Clear and Present Danger, it was an incredible run. The best of the best, though, is 1993’s The Fugitive.
As the wrongfully accused Dr. Richard Kimble, Ford’s charismatic swagger takes a backseat to his frantic escape from the clutches of Tommy Lee Jones U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard. The sewer-drain standoff between the two is so good, it helped win Jones an Oscar.
The Fugitive is one of the leanest movies ever made. There’s no extra padding anywhere. It’s a man on the run from the feds, trying to solve his wife’s murder. That’s it. It’s two hours long, but feels shorter. The moment the prison bus breakout happens, The Fugitive hits the gas and doesn’t let up.
Like Taken, every Dad has people in their life that if something happened to them, they’d risk everything. Dr. Kimble goes headfirst down a waterfall, hunts down his wife’s killer, uncovers a conspiracy, and does it all while avoiding the U.S. Marshals. When we tell our families that nothing would stop us, we like to think we’d be Dr. Richard Kimble and that we’d look as cool as Harrison Ford.
10. The Great Escape

There was some discussion here at Giant Freakin Robot about which Steve McQueen movie to include. The Magnificent Seven? The Thomas Crown Affair? Bullitt? The best of them is The Great Escape, the 1963 war epic about Allied Prisoners of War escaping from behind German lines.
Loosely based on the true story of a British breakout during World War 2, The Great Escape is so good; even if you’ve never seen it, you’ve seen movies and shows that have taken bits and pieces of it. Dads love history, and World War 2 history is so popular that the History Channel existed for years on nothing but shows about the war.
The Great Escape combines the setting with award-winning performances, and Steve McQueen doing Steve McQueen things, this time on a motorcycle, to become one of the best dad movies of all time. The cast list is a who’s who of the era’s greatest male stars, including Charles Bronson, James Garner, Donald Pleasance, Richard Attenborough, and The Man From U.N.C.L.E., David McCallum.
The Great Escape isn’t the easiest watch on this list, but it’s filled with men doing the right thing and continuing to fight. They never lose hope.
9. Braveheart

Dads love history. Dads love epic battle scenes. Even if it plays a little fast and loose with the real history of William Wallace, Braveheart is fun. Alright, that may be a strange way to describe a movie where the hero is eviscerated, but you will get goose bumps at Mel Gibson’s battle cry, “They may take our lives, but they’ll never take our freedom!”
Dads want to protect their family. That’s the basis for a lot of these Dad movies: to William Wallace, every Scot was part of his family. He waged war for his country, and he re-shaped the history of England through sheer force of will. Even while being tortured to death, he refuses to back down on his principles, refuses to submit to England, and how can you not get moved by that scene?
What you don’t know about Braveheart is that it got a legacy sequel, Robert the Bruce, with Angus Macfadyen reprising his role as….Robert the Bruce. It was barely released outside of England, lacks the over-the-top bombast of Braveheart, and you’re better off re-watching Mel Gibson’s Best Picture-winning historical epic for the 20th time.
8. Kevin Costner

Trying to find the greatest Dad movie out of Kevin Costner’s filmography is impossible. Is it Dances with Wolves? Tin Cup? Field of Dreams? The Bodyguard? Bull Durham? The Untouchables? Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves? The hill I’ll die on is that Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves is an incredible movie and I’m not the strange one for loving it.
That’s not even counting Horizon: An American Saga or all of his work on Yellowstone. There’s something about Costner’s acting style that makes him the perfect middle-aged (or uh, older) man. He’s able to be stoic, but emotionally vulnerable, strong but tender. Kevin Costner is America’s Dad.
That said, he was unable to act with a British accent (I’ll admit Mel Brooks was right), but Costner is singlehandedly working to bring back the Western. There’s nothing more American, and few genres are more beloved by Dads than the Western. Once he finishes his Horizon Saga, it might be the greatest modern Western.
Until then, pick a random movie from his IMDb (except The Postman), kick back, and relax in the presence of the ultimate Dad.
7. Goodfellas

In 1990, The Godfather Part 3 was overshadowed by another Mafia movie, Goodfellas. It was more frenetic, with a focus on one Wise Guy who breaks with the family: Ray Liotta’s Henry Hill. You could argue that Joe Pesci steals the film as Tommy DeVito, who’s funny like a clown, but it’s all about the rise and fall of Henry Hill’s cocaine empire before he becomes a stool pigeon.
There’s something about the world of the Mafia that’s appealing to Dads. Is it the freedom to do, mostly, what they want? Is it the brotherhood of Made Men? Is it that a life of organized crime seems more exciting than going to the office each day to pick up that phone and make sales calls? Whatever the reason, you can’t deny their success.
Goodfellas has aged as well as The Godfather, and there’s even a large chunk of the audience that thinks it’s better. It’s not, but they can think that. What it does contain is the greatest shot in movie history; so good, it’s referred to as “The Copa Shot.” Henry Hill walking his girl, Karen through the Copacabana is a two and half minute long tracking shot that took an unimaginable amount of skill and coordination to pull off.
It looks amazing, and it sums up everything great about Goodfellas: Ray Liotta’s performance as Henry Hill, the extravagant Mafia lifestyle, power, and freedom.
6. The Hunt For Red October

If a Dad doesn’t have a pile of Tom Clancy books in the house, is he really a Dad?
Tom Clancy novels are engineered in a lab to appeal to Dads. CIA Analyst Jack Ryan is highly competent, dedicated to his job, and knows more than his bosses. It’s middle-aged escapism, and you know what? It’s awesome.
The first novel, The Hunt for Red October, is also the best movie, starring Adam Baldwin as Jack Ryan and Sean Connery as the renegade Russian Captain Marko. It’s filled with men sacrificing everything for honor and doing what they know is right for their country, even as their country is trying to stop them.
Submarine movies are few and far between. The Hunt for Red October perfected the military sub-genre…get it?…..it’s a sub-genre of military movies but also….they are on a sub. I thought it was funny.
Jack Ryan movies have stopped, but the character lives on through Amazon Prime’s Jack Ryan series starring John Krasinski, the latest actor to take up the mantle. Maybe someday we’ll finally get a Jack Ryan as President movie. Or Rainbow Six. Now that would be fun.
As for The Hunt for Red October, it’s 42 years old, which is also the age of its target audience. It’s been considered a classic since the day it was released. Which is impressive, since it’s all subplot. Get it? Subplot? Alright, fine, next entry.
5. Top Gun

It’s impossible to talk about the greatest Dad movies without taking the HIGHWAY TO THE DANGER ZONE.
Top Gun turned Tom Cruise into a star, made the Navy cool, redefined action movies, and forever changed how Hollywood filmed planes.
The opening five minutes set the mood, from the orchestral Top Gun theme right into Kenny Loggins ’ DANGER ZONE over footage of planes taking off and landing on an aircraft carrier. If you ever get the chance to see it in the theater, you have to. The 1986 blockbuster is still one of the best-looking films ever.
Part of what makes a film a great Dad movie is seeing competent men doing their jobs better than anyone else, proving their doubters wrong, and looking awesome in the process. Tom Cruise’s Maverick does all of that, while also piloting the cutting-edge F14-A Tomcat at speeds we can barely imagine.
Top Gun is a great example of how men make friends. Maverick and Ice Man despise each other, but not really, because when the chips are down, they are on the same team working for the same goal. How many men made a lifelong friend on the playground by getting into a fight? That’s how we operate.
Top Gun: Maverick is another great Dad movie, but nothing will ever capture the feeling of the original.
4. Gladiator

“My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the armies of the North, general of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next.”
That has to be one of the greatest movie quotes of all time. Russel Crowe goes hard in his delivery, and thanks to his Oscar-winning performance, Gladiator is an all-time great movie. In the year 2000, it had been decades since swords and sandals epics were considered blockbusters. Gladiator changed that.
Everything that makes a great Dad movie is here: a skilled, talented father out for revenge over the death of his family, an entire civilization that wants him to fail, and he wins them over with his never-give-up attitude. Russell Crowe understood the assignment. He refused to do a love scene with Lucilla, knowing that it would undercut the mission to avenge his wife if he slept with another woman.
That’s green flag behavior and more evidence that Gladiator is one of the best Dad movies of all time.
The sequel…not so much. Maybe we’ll come around on it in a few years, but it’s hard to top Maximus Decimus Meridius mission for vengeance, in this life or the next.
3. Die Hard

It’s the greatest action movie of all time. It single-handedly redefined the entire genre, and it turned Bruce Willis into a movie star. Die Hard is one of the 80s greatest Dad movies. Willis’ John McLane isn’t a special forces operative; he’s not a secret agent trained to kill; he’s a New York City cop who finds himself in the middle of a hostage situation.
Using nothing but his wits and a never-say-die attitude, he turns the tables on Hans Gruber, saves the day, and maybe wins back his ex-wife. It helps that it’s filled with great quotes you can annoy your family with for days after watching the movie.
The first two sequels are also great films, Die Hard With A Vengeance, the third film, includes Samuel L. Jackson. The chemistry between Jackson and Willis is electric. The only thing holding it back from being on this list is, well, Die Hard. The original is a nearly perfect movie.
Die Hard only misses out on our top spot because the next two films are peak “Dadcore.”
2. The Godfather

The Godfather is one of the greatest Dad movies of all time.
Wait, I have to actually explain why The Godfather is so good? Seriously? Who hasn’t seen Francis Ford Coppola’s epic saga of the Corleone crime family?
The Godfather is so good it forever changed how the Mafia is viewed, forever changed crime movies, and without The Godfather, we never would have been able to endlessly quote Goodfellas and The Sopranos.
Al Pacino, Marlon Brando, James Caan, Robert Duvall, all of them turn in all-time classic performances. These men didn’t break the mold for Mafia crime movies; they created the mold. Dads love Mafia movies. These men, this film, it’s responsible for all of them.
Dads also love quotes, “Take the gun, leave the cannoli.”
A man who doesn’t spend time with his family can’t be a real man,” and of course,
“I’m going to make him an offer he can’t refuse.”
The Godfather gave us the greatest lines in the history of movies. The Godfather is over 50 years old, and no Mafia movie since has been able to replace it. You’ve got Goodfellas, you’ve got Scarface, Casino, The Irishman, all great, but nothing beats the original.
1. Master and Commander: Far Side Of The World

Historical? Check. Men fulfilling a duty to God and country? Check. Men forming bonds under fire in the worst situations? Check. Skilled and talented men proving their worth time and time again? Check. A dumb dad joke in the middle of the film? Check.
Russell Crowe? Also check.
Master and Commander: Far Side of the World is the greatest Dad movie of all time.
The 2003 naval epic completed Russell Crowe’s trifecta, starting with Gladiator, then A Beautiful Mind, and ending onboard the British warship Surprise, off the coast of 19th-century Brazil. Tasked with protecting British shipping lanes, the Surprise needs to hunt down the French privateer, Acheron, before it cripples the war against Napoleon.
There aren’t enough movies being made about sailing ships. Master and Commander did it better than any movie before or since, with an eye for historical detail that will forever delight every history buff Dad. Life on a ship was harsh, brutal, and the sequence where the Surprise is stuck in the middle of the ocean due to a lack of wind, is the type of truly depressing historical detail that Hollywood usually leaves out.
The friendship that forms between Crowe’s Jack Aubrey and Paul Bettany’s Stephen Maturin in Master and Commander is the ideal male friendship. They begin a little rough with each other; we question if they even like the other man, but over time, they form the type of bond that’s only forged in fire. And dad jokes.
“The lesser of two weevils” is the type of stupid pun that comes out of nowhere, but you’ll laugh right along with Maturin as Aubrey relaxes a little in the middle of mutiny, storms, and a crafty French opponent. For the Dads upset we never got a sequel to Master and Commander, don’t worry, it’s based on the novels by Patrick O’Brien. Pick those up, and you’ll be able to experience the whole history of Aubrey and Maturin against the backdrop of naval warfare in the 19th Century.
In a just world, Master and Commander would be on the 20th movie in a franchise by now.
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Megan Moroney’s Childhood Dream Comes True With New Collab
Megan Moroney is turning her signature country-pop aesthetic into an American Girl collection, and an 18-inch doll inspired by the singer is coming next. The country star has partnered with American Girl and Mattel on a concert-themed lineup featuring sparkly stage fashions, fan accessories and an iridescent guitar modeled after the one Moroney uses on tour.
The collection launches August 5 as Moroney embarks on her first-ever arena tour. Her American Girl doll will follow during the holiday season, arriving exclusively through Target later this year. For Moroney, who grew up staging imaginary performances with her own American Girl doll, the partnership represents a childhood dream coming full circle.

Moroney revealed that one of her most memorable childhood Christmas gifts was her first American Girl doll, which she still owns today. “I’ve been an American Girl fan for as long as I can remember. One of my favorite Christmas gifts was getting my first American Girl doll, and I still have her in the box at my parents’ house,” Moroney said via a press release sent to The Blast.
Long before she began performing in arenas, the singer used her dolls to create the same types of shows and stories that inspired the new collection. “As a kid, dolls let your imagination run wild…I had mine doing cheerleading stunts and performing concerts, while I also probably cared a little too much about her outfits,” she continued.
That childhood attention to fashion can now be seen throughout the collaboration, which draws directly from Moroney’s sparkling stage wardrobe and personal style. “Getting to create a collection inspired by my own style feels like such a full-circle moment, and it’s something I’ll always cherish,” the country music star said. “I hope fans have just as much fun making the collection their own, expressing themselves, and letting their imaginations run wild.”
American Girl Collection Recreates Her Concert Style

The American Girl x Megan Moroney collection features five separate products designed for the brand’s 18-inch dolls. Each outfit transforms one of the singer’s recognizable performance looks into a doll-sized ensemble. The bright pink sequined outfit reflects Moroney’s love of sparkles and the glamorous fashion associated with her live shows. Meanwhile, the Fan Fashion Outfit offers a more casual concert look, combining denim with sparkling details inspired by the way Moroney elevates everyday clothing.
Fans can complete the experience through the Concert-Ready Accessories and VIP Accessories sets. The products are intended to recreate the excitement of attending a Moroney concert, from planning an outfit to imagining a front-row or all-access experience.
All four fashion and accessory sets will be available through AmericanGirl.com and American Girl retail locations nationwide beginning August 5.
Megan Moroney’s Iridescent Guitar Inspires New Playset

The collection also transforms two important pieces of Moroney’s touring setup into a doll playset. The American Girl x Megan Moroney Guitar & Mic Stand set is modeled after the iridescent guitar and microphone stand the country singer uses during her performances. The showpiece allows fans to imagine their dolls taking center stage and staging their own country-pop concerts.
Each product was designed around the themes of creativity, confidence and self-expression, giving children the freedom to re-create Moroney’s performances or invent entirely new stories.
By timing the launch to her first arena tour, American Girl is connecting Moroney’s career milestone with the imaginative concerts she once created with her dolls as a child.
American Girl Praises The Country Star’s ‘Authenticity’

Pamela Velarde, head of American Girl at Mattel, said Moroney’s creativity and relationship with her young audience made her a natural fit for the brand.
“At American Girl, we’re always looking for new ways to encourage girls to dream big and express who they are through play and fashion,” Velarde said, per a press release sent to The Blast. “Megan’s authenticity, creativity, talent and unmistakable sense of style have made her a role model for so many young fans, and we’re thrilled to partner with her on a collection that encourages girls to celebrate what makes them unique.”
The collaboration allows American Girl to enter Moroney’s “Cloud 9” world while keeping the brand’s focus on imaginative play. Rather than limiting the collection to replicas of her costumes, the products encourage children to place themselves in different parts of the concert experience, as performers, fans, or VIP guests.
Megan Moroney American Girl Doll Is Coming To Target

Although the initial August launch centers on clothing, instruments, and accessories, the collaboration will expand with a dedicated Megan Moroney doll during the holiday shopping season.
The new 18-inch American Girl x Megan Moroney doll will be released exclusively through Target and is scheduled to become available on Target.com on November 22 before arriving in Target stores in early December.
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Ioan Gruffudd Divorce Ends With Costly Court Ruling
Hollywood’s most bitter celebrity divorces rarely end with both sides claiming a measure of victory, and Ioan Gruffudd’s years-long legal fight with Alice Evans proved no exception.
After nearly four years of public accusations, courtroom clashes, and financial disputes, a judge handed down a decision that split the outcome in dramatic fashion.
While Gruffudd secured another five years of legal protection from his ex-wife, the financial rulings largely favored Evans, leaving the “Fantastic Four” actor responsible for ongoing support payments despite his attempts to end them.

The marathon legal dispute reached its conclusion after a nine-day hearing in Los Angeles, where both sides scored significant wins.
According to a report from the Daily Mail, Ioan Gruffudd successfully convinced Judge Michael J. Convey to renew the restraining order protecting both him and his wife, Bianca Wallace, for another five years.
The judge concluded that Evans had harassed and abused the couple, finding that her conduct caused them significant emotional distress.
However, the courtroom victory quickly gave way to disappointment when attention shifted to the financial issues dividing the former spouses.
Gruffudd argued that he had overpaid Evans by roughly $400,000 during the divorce proceedings. After examining competing reports prepared by forensic accountants for both parties, the court rejected that claim and determined the overpayment totaled just $27,000.
His attempt to eliminate spousal support also fell short. Rather than ending the payments, Judge Convey ruled that the actor must continue paying Evans ten percent of his gross income, approximately $1,862 each month, under the terms of the pair’s prenuptial agreement.
The ruling came in addition to the $3,579 in child support the actor had already agreed to pay. The court also acknowledged that Evans has primary care of the former couple’s daughters, Ella and Elsie, “100 per cent” of the time.
Gruffudd’s Financial Claims Were Rejected Even As The Judge Questioned Evans’ Conduct

Although Alice Evans prevailed on several major financial issues, Judge Convey was openly critical of parts of her handling of the case.
One point of contention centered on a Coutts savings account containing $168,000. While the judge ruled the money belonged solely to the actress, he also found she had failed to disclose the account in a “timely manner,” adding that the omission “impaired her credibility.”
Evans testified that the account had been depleted to cover her living expenses following the couple’s separation in early 2021 after the breakdown of their 14-year marriage.
The judge also reviewed four financial accounts belonging to Ioan Gruffudd after the actor reportedly changed his position over whether they should be considered community property. Judge Convey ultimately found the revised argument unconvincing.
Ioan Gruffudd Receives Strong Judicial Backing Over Harassment Findings

Although Gruffudd left court without the financial ruling he wanted, the judge’s written decision strongly backed his claims that years of online harassment had taken a serious personal and professional toll.
In one of the ruling’s strongest passages, Judge Convey wrote, “First and foremost, she committed domestic violence upon Ioan and his wife, Bianca.”
Judge Convey also concluded that the consequences of Evans’ conduct extended far beyond emotional distress.
In his written decision, he said there was “ample, persuasive and credible evidence” that her actions had a profound and lasting effect on both Gruffudd and Wallace’s emotional well-being, adding that it prevented the actor from remaining “fully and gainfully employed to the same extent as he was during the marriage.”
The judge further criticized what he viewed as Evans’ failure to make a sustained effort to stop the behavior, writing, “Another important and weighty factor was Alice’s lack of sincere and sustained effort over an extended time, to cease the abusive behaviour (she could start by staying off social media).”
Gruffudd Opens Up About The Career Fallout From Bitter Split

The judge’s ruling marked the end of Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans’ lengthy legal battle, but it also echoed claims the actor had been making long before the final decision.
As the Daily Mail reported in February, Gruffudd painted a bleak picture of how the breakdown of his marriage allegedly affected every aspect of his life, insisting the fallout extended far beyond his personal relationships.
The actor testified that he believed Evans was determined to destroy both his reputation and career, claiming she repeatedly threatened to “Amber Heard” him if he left the marriage.
Gruffudd told the court he lived in fear that false allegations would end his career, alleging Evans called him “a child molester, a pedophile and a drug addict” and even encouraged their daughters to report him if they believed he had behaved inappropriately.
He also claimed she threatened to accuse his now-wife, Wallace, of criminal conduct in an effort to have her deported.
Gruffudd maintained that the years of public accusations severely damaged his professional standing, leaving him with fewer acting opportunities and a dramatic decline in income since the couple’s split.
Ioan Gruffudd’s Attorney Blames Alice Evans For Dramatic Career Decline

During closing arguments in the court battle in May, Gruffudd’s attorney echoed the same sentiments, arguing that the “King Arthur” actor’s financial collapse was directly tied to what he described as Evans’ years-long campaign to destroy his reputation.
According to The Blast, attorney Joseph Langlois claimed Evans spread “false narratives” and “malicious” accusations following their 2021 split, causing Gruffudd’s annual income to fall from approximately $585,000 to just $125,000 as acting opportunities dried up.
Langlois told the court that the allegations severely damaged Gruffudd’s standing in Hollywood, making it increasingly difficult for him to secure work and continue paying substantial spousal support.
The attorney argued that Evans’ conduct amounted to an attempt to “ruin” her ex-husband’s career, citing years of public accusations and social media activity.
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Aaron Pierre Reveals How Fatherhood Shapes His Career
Aaron Pierre is opening up about the values that keep him grounded as his Hollywood career reaches new heights.
The actor revealed how fatherhood influences every career decision he makes, reflected on navigating his rapid rise to fame after Rebel Ridge, and shared how he’s approaching the iconic role of John Stewart in HBO’s Lanterns.
With Aaron Pierre set to appear in HBO’s Lanterns, his profile is expected to rise even further following acclaimed performances in Rebel Ridge, where he portrayed former Marine Terry Richmond, along with voice roles in Mufasa: The Lion King and GOAT.
While many actors choose projects that further elevate their fame, Pierre says his decisions are guided by what will ultimately benefit his son, whose name he has chosen to keep private, as well as the child’s mother.
“If ever I accept an opportunity that takes me away from him, it needs to be something that contributes to the legacy that I am building to directly inspire my son,” the actor told GQ.
Aaron Pierre Says Family Comes Before Fame

Pierre’s commitment to fatherhood is already reflected in his voice work on Mufasa: The Lion King and GOAT. For the latter, he even brought his son into the recording studio, where the youngster helped shape the character Mane Attraction, whom Pierre voices in the 2026 film.
“He was giving me notes—he wanted me to give variety. That character would not be what it is today without his input,” Pierre said.
Beyond putting his son first, Pierre says his loyalty remains with his family and close friends before his career.
“I am a father, a son, a brother, a grandson, a friend,” Pierre said before adding, “I’m all of those things, and then I’m an actor.”
Aaron Pierre Admits Fame Initially Overwhelmed Him

From 2017 to 2023, Pierre appeared in a handful of stage productions, television episodes, and films.
His breakout arrived with Netflix’s 2024 hit Rebel Ridge, which attracted more than 30 million views within its first three days of release.
Reflecting on being thrust into the spotlight, Pierre said the experience “kind of went in stages.”
Initially, he isolated himself by avoiding public outings altogether. After growing tired of staying home, he began wearing disguises to avoid being recognized.
“I just didn’t know how to navigate it yet,” Pierre admitted of his sudden rise to fame.
Aaron Pierre Credits His Sister For Keeping Him Grounded

Elsewhere in the interview, Pierre revealed he leaned on his family while adjusting to his new reality.
He invited his “emotionally intelligent” younger sister over for a conversation, and he says the discussion gave him “the toolkit” he needed to move forward.
“I needed to navigate the next chapter in my life—that was now my reality and always will be my reality,” Pierre said of the conversation following Rebel Ridge. “Even if I stopped acting today, that experience is still going to be what it is.”
He added, “There’s no training for that. It either happens or it doesn’t. And when it does, it happens with immediate effect.”
Aaron Pierre Teases His Take On Green Lantern

Next in Pierre’s rapidly rising career is stepping into the role of one of DC’s most iconic superheroes, Green Lantern.
The actor will portray John Stewart in HBO’s upcoming series Lanterns, a project that has already generated significant anticipation among fans.
Discussing the role, Pierre said he felt a responsibility to approach the character in an “authentic, original way.” That mindset led him to work closely with the show’s creators to emphasize the human qualities behind the superhero.
“One of my favorite things about being a Green Lantern is that, yes, they’re superheroes, but they’re very relatable folks,” he said. “My hope is that people watch the series and think: if I can just figure out where to get my application in, I might be able to join the Green Lantern Corps too.”
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13 Writer-Approved Tailored Trousers That Are Better Than Jeans
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Jeans will simply never go out of style. They’re truly a wardrobe classic, but sometimes, you just want to throw on sweatpants and call it a day. Unfortunately, certain occasions require a bit more polish than fleece-lined bottoms can offer. Enter: tailored pants.
The clean lines, flattering fit and billowy silhouette are rooted in the tailored pants style, making them sleek yet comfortable. And although they’re often associated with formal and professional attire, today’s fashion people are reinventing them with a cool-girl edge. Labels like Aritzia, Spanx and Gap are even jumping on board, so of course, I had to round up my favorite finds on the internet. Ahead, discover the coolest tailored pants, and maybe even ditch those jeans.
13 Writer-Approved Flattering Tailored Pants
1. My Favorite: If comfort is your main priority, then don’t skip these yoga-inspired dress pants, which feature a relaxed fit, cooling fabric and moisture-wicking capabilities.
2. Trending Color: These chocolate brown PrettyGarden bottoms are an instant ‘add to cart.’ I love the high waist, flowing design and soft pleating. Style them with an eyelet-trim blouse and strappy sandals for a rich mom look.
3. Under $15: Looking for a classic fit you can return to time and time again? Then secure the Pohista trousers in a versatile camel hue. The pants are currently on sale for under $15, so you can say they’re a must-buy.
4. Eye-Catching Detail: An asymmetrical waistband adds a fashion-forward element to these onyx-colored Jluxelabel pants. They’re begging to be worn with crop tops and handkerchief blouses.
5. Cool-Girl Find: Achieve the model off-duty look with the lululemon Daydrift Trousers. The slow-slung design looks effortlessly cool with a simple tank and low-profile sneakers.
6. Accessories Included: For a limited time, Nordstrom is slashing 50% off the Halogen wide-leg pants. Featuring a polished mini belt, it’s hard to say no.
7. Fan Favorite: Aritzia is one of my go-to clothing destinations for a reason, delivering timeless designs that are refined and elevated. The Effortless Pants fall right in line; they’re tailored and are made with a Japanese crepe fabric.
8. Inclusive Sizing: The Halara Flex Pants take comfort seriously with a pull-on design and two-way stretch. Choose from various inseams, including extra petite, extra tall and more.
9. Capsule Wardrobe-Approved: Picture these cream-colored wide-leg palazzo pants with a crisp white tee and elegant loafers. Need I say more?
10. Optical-Illusion Find: Don’t love the wide-leg look? Then reach for these straight-leg Lenago pants. The clean design elongates the figure while staying extremely versatile.
11. From Day to Night: Whether you’re headed to the office or happy hour, these soft, stretchy Gap trousers deliver. Wear them with a button-down shirt for a professional look, or swap it with a lace-trim cami for a sultry finish.
12. Just Trust Me: Spanx is the O.G. for a reason, delivering fan-favorite designs that stand the test of time. Secure the brand’s comfortable wide-leg pants for a style you’ll reach for again and again.
13. Instant Yes: Chic and unfussy, these Open Edit twill trousers are the definition of classy. Choose from a deep black or muted olive.
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Brad Pitt Requests Angelina Jolie Discloses Movie Earnings
Brad Pitt is requesting that Angelina Jolie disclose financial information, including film earnings, amid the pair’s ongoing legal battle over their former French winery.
According to documents obtained by Us on Tuesday, August 4, lawyers for Pitt, 62, requested during a Friday, July 31, court hearing that Jolie, 51, provide “documents sufficient to show her income” after their 2016 split, particularly the period from 2017 to 2019.
Lawyers for Jolie, who had previously provided financial records of her earnings between 2020 and 2021, have argued that the requested financial information is not relevant to the former couple’s legal dispute over their French winery Château Miraval, which they owned together from 2008 to 2021.
Us has reached out to representatives for Pitt and Jolie for comment.
Per the documents, Pitt’s legal team is “not even seeking all of her profit statements … just seeking statements that show for films they are already in the money and she is receiving payments.”
After Jolie had previously stated during the legal battle that she had “largely put her career on hold, forgoing years of compensation in the process,” Pitt’s team argued that the disclosure of their request will put Jolie’s allegations of Pitt’s “coercion” and “economic leverage” into “context.”
In a legal response to Pitt’s request, Jolie’s team stated that “the entire basis for Pitt compelling these answers is a made-up theory that Jolie did not allege.”
The response continued, “Pitt claims that Jolie has put her entire financial condition at issue going back to 2017 because of her allegation that she was seeking ‘financial independence.’ But Pitt’s selective quote misleadingly fails to include the entirety of her allegation. Jolie does not allege that she was seeking financial independence in the abstract; she alleges that she was seeking ‘financial independence from her ex-husband.’ Separating from one’s ex-husband is categorically different from an allegation that one is suffering general financial distress.”
IMDB shows that Jolie starred in 2019’s Maleficent: Mistress of Evil among other film projects between 2017 and 2021.
Pitt and Jolie were together for 12 years and married from 2014 to 2016. They share six children: Maddox, 24, Pax, 22, Zahara, 21, Shiloh, 20, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 18.
Their divorce was finalized in December 2024 while their winery dispute remains ongoing after Jolie previously claimed in a countersuit to Pitt’s initial lawsuit that no two-party consent agreement existed and that she attempted to arrange a buyout with Pitt, who allegedly refused unless she signed an NDA.
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Keke Palmer Lands NBC Pioneering Hosting Gig
Keke Palmer is joining NBC in a brand new role!
The Nickelodeon alum has been revealed as the host of the first celebrity edition of “The Voice” with an equally iconic array of coaches to shape up everyone’s vocals and performances.
Keke Palmer has, over the years, ventured into several sectors of the entertainment industry, leaving her footprints and even walking away with awards like an Emmy in 2024 for hosting an NBC game show.

The actress, dressed in matching pink sets, tried out her hosting voice with the viral four-step challenge on Instagram. The prompt on the video asked that the media personality repeat “This is The Voice” in a disappointed, happy, sarcastic, and flirty tone, which she aced at every point.
Most importantly, the television star confirmed the rumors that she would be the host with the most for the celebrity edition of the singing show, which also doubles as its 31st season on television. Palmer declared her excitement to see a fully packed studio with an audience waiting to be entertained.
Palmer exuded radiance in the short clip, rocking her short curly hair in shades of auburn and chestnut paired together with a softly made-up face and pearly white teeth.
The video, shared on NBC The Voice’s official Instagram page, was followed with the caption, “You already know who it is! Keke Palmer hosts The Voice Season 31 coming in 2027 on NBC.”
Palmer began her career in Hollywood as a child star and earned early fame via her role in “The Wool Cap” in 2004 before going on to appear in the equally successful “Akeelah and the Bee” in 2006.
The teen star’s good news was well received by fans in their hundreds who praised her generational run, clinching those gigs in the industry. She even earned the “KEKE KEEP A JOB PALMER!!!” title from this commenter.
Fabletics’ Instagram page did not forget to remind the actress just how excited they are for the news, as another commenter noted that Palmer and former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal are one of the most booked personalities in the industry.
Several long-time fans of the actress also promised to tune in to the show once it kicks off in 2027 simply because she would be handling the hosting microphone. “Sounds like I might tune in; I love her as a host on PASSWORD,” one Instagram user noted.
Comments like “Queen of being employed,” “There’s literally no job she can’t do,” and “Extended her record for keeping a job,” all sat under the post.
‘The Voice’ Season 31 Is Set To Be The First Celebrity Edition In The History Of The Franchise

As shared by Variety, NBC revealed on Tuesday, August 4, that production will start very soon with eyes set on a date in 2027 to air the show. Palmer will host, while a packed team including Queen Latifah, Joe Jonas and Riley Green will coach the contestants.
While celebrity appearances are not alien to earlier seasons of the show, this will be the first time anywhere in the world that a season will be solely dedicated to celebrity contestants.
Various personalities across all sectors will fight for the bragging rights of “The Voice” winner, including actors, influencers, comedians, reality TV stars, athletes, and many more.
It will not be Palmer’s first rodeo as a host for TV shows, including NBC, as she currently handles the game show “Password.” The media guru is also the star of Peacock’s “The ‘Burbs” and has previously served as a guest mentor on “American Idol.”
The 32-Year-Old Broke A Daytime Emmy Record In 2024

Palmer, two years ago, broke the glass ceiling in the Primetime Emmy universe when she became the first woman in nearly two decades to win an Emmy for hosting a game show. Deadline noted that she took the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show for “Password.”
She wrestled with four men in the category, including Steve Harvey, Pat Sajak, Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik, to win the title, becoming the first Black woman to be nominated in the category and even win it. It was also the first time in 50 years that the NBC show had been nominated or won in that category.
Palmer got to add that Emmy to the one she won in 2021 for the Outstanding Actress in a Short Form Comedy or Drama Series category courtesy of her role in “Turnt Up With The Taylors.”
Palmer’s NBC show has Jimmy Fallon at the wheel as an executive producer, and he duly earned his flowers in the actress’ acceptance speech at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
“I’m really just so thankful; I’m almost speechless. I want to thank the people who allowed this to happen, thank you to Jimmy Fallon, thanks to NBC,” Palmer declared in 2024.
Keke Palmer Highlighted Her Hollywood Legacy In Clapback Response Against Colorism

In 2022, an internet conversation erupted following Palmer’s performance in “Nope,” a box office flick directed by Jordan Peele. As noted by BET, some social media users had claimed that it was Palmer’s breakout role, a statement the media personality strongly refuted by stating facts about her Hollywood journey.
In the rebuttal, Palmer stated that colorism fueled the reasoning behind comparing her to anyone, adding that attempting to reduce her decades of success to a single film overlooked her long list of artistic achievements.
Palmer duly informed the public that she has achieved several milestones in her career, including becoming the youngest talk show host. Her resume also has her as the first Black woman to lead her own Nickelodeon series, and the youngest and first Black actress to play Cinderella on Broadway.
The TV star, who insisted she was an incomparable talent, reminded naysayers that she has been a leading actress since age 11 with over 100 acting credits to her name. She noted that the release and success of “Nope” have only extended the long list of her accomplishments in the entertainment industry.
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The 15 best comedy movies on Hulu
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Uplifting Oscar winners and endless time loops are a few of the experiences in store in this list of comedy films that are must-watch.
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Perez Hilton Taken to Hospital After Self-Harm on Livestream
Perez Hilton has been transported to a Florida hospital after a disturbing livestream in which he appeared to commit self-harm, according to police.
“The individual has been safely recovered and transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention,” the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office told TMZ, CNN and more in a statement late Tuesday, August 4.
“The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Crisis Response Unit and Licensed Mental Health Professionals are also on scene providing support and resources to the individual’s family,” the statement added.
While the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office did not name Hilton, 48, neighbors at the scene told NBC6 that they believe the person is Hilton.
Earlier on Tuesday, the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office confirmed it had “received multiple calls regarding an individual who was live-streaming acts of self-harm on social media.”
“Deputies quickly located the individual’s residence, where they spoke with family members on scene and confirmed he was alone inside,” the sheriff’s department said in a statement to outlets including TMZ.
The statement continued, “In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritize deescalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication.”
“At this time, deputies have tactfully disengaged while continuing to monitor the situation,” the statement concluded.
During a TikTok livestream on Tuesday, Hilton appeared naked, covered in blood and seemingly committing acts of self-harm. His account has since been taken down.
“We are aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton. At this time, we have not been able to make direct contact with him, despite our ongoing efforts to reach him. Our primary concern is Perez’s health and well-being, as well as the well-being of his family. Until we have confirmed information, we will not speculate or comment further,” Hilton’s managers, Golden Artists Entertainment co-CEOs Dante Rusciolelli and Rebekah Kochan, said in a statement to TMZ and Variety. “We appreciate everyone’s concern and ask that his privacy be respected during this time.”
Us has reached out to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and Hilton’s management for further comment.
Hilton (real name Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr.) found fame as a celebrity blogger in the mid-2000s. He has three children, Mario, 13, Mia, 11, and Mayte, 8.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.
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Spider-Man’s Mary Jane Watson Officially Gets Her Time To Shine in New Spin-Off
Peter Parker’s great love has always been Mary Jane Watson. Even Spider-Man: Brand New Day highlights the pain of them not being together with Peter (Tom Holland) struggling in a world where MJ (Zendaya) and Ned (Jacob Batalon) do not remember their former friend. But it is often a classic tale of male superhero’s love interest when it comes to MJ’s comic storylines. She isn’t always the center of the story but a new comic run allows Mary Jane Watson the time to shine.
In Mary Jane: Face It, Tiger #1, fans get to see MJ as we rarely get to see her. There have, in the past, been comic runs and storylines with MJ as the main character, but for the most part, she’s a supporting player in Peter Parker’s life. Now, Peter gets sidelined for MJ to have her moment. Coming face to face with Chameleon, hanging with her own symbiote, taking on Haze, and more, the issue puts MJ in a series of comics from all different artists who really understand what makes Mary Jane Watson so captivating.
The stories within Mary Jane: Face It, Tiger #1 include “Faces in the Crowd” by J.M. DeMatteis with art by Andrew Broccardo. The story centers around Mary Jane coming to terms with the fact that Chameleon came into their home and pretended to be Peter and what that means for her relationship moving forward. In “Vamp #9,” by Ann Nocenti, MJ is on set as a zombie/vampire on a movie when she has to be the hero Peter often is. With art by Alina Yerofieieva, it is a return to MJ’s acting roots! We round out the issue with Ashley Allen‘s “Redux” with art by Phil Noto that features MJ and Haze back in action together. But one issue in particular brings us back to MJ’s first appearance in Peter Parker’s world.
Including a Heartbreaking Use of Her First Ever Appearance
In Soft Words at Sunset, we get to see Mary Jane Watson at a very different time in her life. Detailing her life with Peter Parker, the comic takes us back to their first introduction. Mary Jane was first introduced in The Amazing Spider-Man #42 in November of 1966. She sees Peter, and one of the first things she ever said to him is “Face it, tiger…you just hit the jackpot!” The new comic, written by J. Michael Straczynski with art by Luigi Zagaria, fans get to see Mary Jane as the center of her own story. This time, exploring her grief and love for Peter Parker while doing it.
Soft Words at Sunset is a beautiful exploration of how dedicated Peter Parker and MJ have always been to each other. She understood what it meant for him to be a superhero, and she understood that he was never going to stop. And Stracynski uses MJ’s first line in comic history in a breathtaking and heartbreaking way.
You can celebrate Mary Jane Watson by watching Spider-Man: Brand New Day and purchasing Mary Jane: Face It, Tiger #1, out now.
- Release Date
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July 31, 2026
- Runtime
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145 Minutes
- Director
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Destin Daniel Cretton
- Writers
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Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Steve Ditko, Stan Lee
- Producers
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Amy Pascal, Kevin Feige, Rachel O’Connor, Avi Arad
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Spider-Man / Peter Parker
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