Viewers tuning into the Super Bowl (on Fox, Tubi and NFL+) may see some familiar faces in an advertisement for mayonnaise.
Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal reconvened 36 years later to re-create the iconic diner scene from “When Harry Met Sally” (where Ryan loudly acts out a particular R-rated deed to make a point).
In the 60-second spot, the rom-com queen, now 63, and comedian, 76, returned to Manhattan’s Katz’s Deli to dine on sandwiches.
But it’s not just these two successful actors you may recognize in the Hellman’s ad. Spokane’s Sydney Sweeney makes a cameo, too.
After Ryan puts Hellmann’s mayonnaise on her sandwich, she begins to make noises of pleasure.
Sweeney (of “Immaculate,” “Euphoria” “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood,” “Madame Web” and “Anyone But You” fame) then utters the line made famous by director Rob Reiner’s mother Estelle in the 1989 film: “I’ll have what she’s having.”
The line is ranked No. 33 on the American Film Institute’s list of the Top 100 movie quotes.
Crystal told People on Wednesday that the on-set reunion with Ryan “felt the same” as it did three decades earlier.
“It’s the first time that we’ve been offered something like that,” the six-time Emmy winner told People.
As for working with Sweeney? Both actors agreed the 27-year-old did the line justice.
“She’s adorable,” Crystal told People. “That’s a big deal. It’s an iconic line and it’s a big honor to get to do that. And a heavy burden.”
“It was game and fun and loose and ballsy and just seemed to be having a blast while she was there,” Ryan said. “She’s a completely adorable person.”
Spokane’s Sydney Sweeney makes cameo in Super Bowl ad re-creating iconic ‘When Harry Met Sally’ scene with Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal
Spokane native and rising Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney stole the spotlight during this year’s Super Bowl with a memorable cameo in a commercial that paid homage to the classic romantic comedy “When Harry Met Sally.”
In the ad, Sweeney re-created the iconic deli scene from the movie, where Meg Ryan famously fakes an orgasm in front of Billy Crystal. Sweeney’s performance was pitch-perfect, capturing the essence of Ryan’s original performance while adding her own modern twist.
Fans were thrilled to see Sweeney sharing the screen with two legends of the silver screen, and many took to social media to praise her acting chops and undeniable chemistry with Crystal.
Sweeney, who got her start in the industry at a young age, has been making waves in Hollywood with roles in hit shows like “Euphoria” and “The White Lotus.” Her star is on the rise, and this Super Bowl cameo is just the latest example of her talent and versatility.
Spokane is proud to call Sydney Sweeney one of its own, and we can’t wait to see what she does next on the big screen. Keep shining, Sydney!
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Last year’s hit film adaptation of Wicked was full of cameos for fans of the original stage show – but there was one that never actually made it to the big screen.
After dominating the box office in 2024, the movie musical recently had its home release, one iteration of which features commentary from director Jon M Chu.
During his commentary, Jon discloses that he was contacted by a certain heavyweight from the musical theatre world, who had a very specific cameo in mind before production got underway.
Referring to opening number No One Mourns The Wicked, Jon said (as reported by Gizmodo): “When that woman says, ‘Glinda, is it true you were her friend?’, I got many calls from Lin-Manuel Miranda.
“He might have publicly also tweeted that he wanted to be that voice and that person.”
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However, after mulling it over, Jon ultimately decided it would be “too distracting” to have Lin-Manuel pop up so early on in the film.
“So, sorry, Lin,” Jon added.
Indeed, the Hamilton creator first made it clear that he wanted to cameo in Wicked way back in 2016, when Stephen Daldry was still attached to direct the film version of the Tony-winning musical.
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Two of the stand-out cameos from Wicked came from Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, who played the original Elphaba and Glinda on Broadway.
“It’s just so fun,” Jon said of Idina and Kristin’s unexpected appearances, explaining: “It was the middle of the night, and I think [for them] to see this giant set that we had built for a movie of a legacy that they built, these characters that they built from the ground up, was a beautiful thing for them to see.
“We were all, again, all in tears all the time. And then Idina gets to do her iconic war cry and same thing with Kristin, she gets to do her soprano. So fun.”
Lin-Manuel Miranda, the brilliant mind behind Hamilton and In the Heights, was recently revealed to have been turned down for a cameo in the hit Broadway musical Wicked. The reason? Miranda simply couldn’t dance well enough to match the high standards set by the show’s choreography team.
In a recent interview, Miranda shared that he had auditioned for a small role in Wicked early in his career, hoping to make a brief appearance in the popular show. However, after a grueling dance audition, he was ultimately passed over for the part.
Despite the disappointment, Miranda has gone on to achieve tremendous success in the world of theater and entertainment. His inability to dance up to par in Wicked may have been a setback, but it certainly didn’t deter him from pursuing his passion and creating groundbreaking work.
While it’s unfortunate that we won’t get to see Miranda in Wicked, we can still enjoy his incredible talent and creativity in the many other projects he has brought to life. Who knows, maybe one day he’ll get another shot at a Broadway cameo – and this time, he’ll be ready to bust out some killer dance moves.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda Was Desperate For A Wicked Cameo
For reference, Lin and Jon have been good friends since Jon directed the movie adaptation of Lin’s hit stage musical In the Heights, which was released in 2021.
“That was so crazy,” he began. “Jon M. Chu directed In the Heights, and I was so proud of his work and he’s a really close friend. I was in London for a night, and I knew he was in prep, so I texted him. I was like: ‘Hey, I’m in London for the night, are you around?’ And he was like: ‘I’m on my way to have, like, my first sit-down dinner with Cynthia and Ariana, come with me.’”
And now, Jon has revealed that Lin wanted his involvement in Wicked to go beyond just a cast dinner.
It’s true that Lin did tweet about wanting the role as soon as the movie adaptation of Wicked was announced back in June 2016.
Do you think that Jon made the right decision? Let me know in the comments!
Lin-Manuel Miranda, the famed writer and actor known for his work in Hamilton and In the Heights, recently revealed that he was desperate for a cameo in the hit Broadway musical Wicked.
In an interview, Miranda shared that he has been a fan of Wicked for years and had always dreamed of appearing in the show. However, due to scheduling conflicts and other commitments, he was never able to make it happen.
“I’ve always been a huge fan of Wicked and I would have loved to have a cameo in the show,” Miranda said. “I even reached out to the producers at one point, but unfortunately it just never worked out.”
Despite missing out on the opportunity to appear in Wicked, Miranda remains a devoted fan of the musical and continues to admire the talent and storytelling that it showcases.
While fans may never see Miranda on stage in Wicked, they can still enjoy his incredible work in other productions and look forward to what he has in store for the future.
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According to the movie’s director Jon M. Chu, the famed composer and actor made “many calls” to him, pitching himself for a very specific (albeit small) role.
As Chu, 45, says in the commentary for Wicked‘s newly released digital edition, per Variety, Miranda — whom he previously worked with on 2021’s In the Heights — wanted to play the Munchkinland citizen who, at the beginning of the movie, asks Glinda (Ariana Grande) of Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), “Is it true you were her friend?”
“I got many calls from Lin. He might have even tweeted about it,” recalled Chu, explaining that he said no as he thought a cameo from Miranda, 45, would be “too distracting.”
“Sorry, Lin!” he added, per Variety.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jon M. Chu in New York City on Jan. 7, 2025.
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Miranda did indeed tweet about wanting the role, which eventually went to actress Kirsty Anne Shaw, as seen in the final cut of the movie. (She’s credited as “Skeptical Munchkin” on IMDb.)
Sharing a New York Times article about the film treatment’s early stages, when Stephen Daldry was attached as director, Miranda wrote all the way back in June 2016, “WICKED MOVIE! FINALLY.”
He added in his post on X (formerly Twitter), “Dear Stephen Daldry: Can I play the guy who goes, ‘Is it true you were her FRIEND?!’ ”
Read a fan reply, “Is that the wicked equivalent of the loud hailer in Les Mis,” to which the Hamilton scribe replied simply, “YES.”
There are clearly no hard feelings between Chu and Miranda, though, as the two were recently snapped smiling together earlier this month at the National Board of Review Awards Gala in New York City, where Chu won best director for Wicked.
From L: Jonathan Bailey, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Ethan Slater and Jon M. Chu at the premiere of Wicked in New York City on Nov. 14, 2024.
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Erivo, 38, and Grande, 31, bring to life the characters first made famous on Broadway in 2003, with Idina Menzel as the original Elphaba and Kristin Chenoweth as the original Glinda.
“I wanted to have a very clear slate,” he recalled in the November 2024 interview. “It’s a big enough property on its own, so we can discover two people. I was like, ‘We’re gonna find no-namers.’ ”
“But then we got calls from all these great actresses who wanted to audition and we saw everybody, and they were all really great,” Chu added. “Anyone could have done this role, except there were two people who were meant to do this role, for this particular movie at this particular time.”
Wicked is now available to buy or rent on demand.
Recently, it was revealed that Lin-Manuel Miranda was originally supposed to have a cameo in a popular TV show, but the producers ultimately decided against it. The reason? They felt that his presence would have been “too distracting” for viewers.
While many fans would have undoubtedly been thrilled to see Miranda make an appearance on the show, the producers ultimately made the decision to prioritize the story and the characters over a potential celebrity cameo. This isn’t the first time a high-profile star has been considered for a cameo only to have it fall through due to concerns about overshadowing the main cast.
It’s a reminder that sometimes, less is more when it comes to guest appearances. While it can be exciting to see a beloved celebrity pop up on your favorite show, it’s important to remember that the primary focus should always be on the story being told. And in this case, it seems like the producers made the right call in keeping the spotlight on the main characters.
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The 28-year-old actor reprised his role as the beloved boyfriend of Lara Jean Song Covey (Lana Condor) in an episode of the Anna Cathcart-led spinoff series, which premiered Jan. 16, and he tells PEOPLE it was “kind of daunting” stepping back into Peter’s shoes.
“Not kind of — it is daunting. It’s extremely scary,” he admits. “Peter Kavinsky and To All the Boys, I mean that franchise is so beloved, that you kind of don’t want to touch it.”
Eager to not “mess it up” as it’s “been a couple of years” since he played the character, who Jenny Han created in the To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before trilogy book series, Centineo calls the cameo “a bit of a risk” — but not one he would ever really decline.
“I love Anna so much. She’s just doing such an incredible job and [I’d do] anything to support her,” he says of Cathcart, 21, who leads the series as the younger sister of Peter’s girlfriend Lara Jean.
Anna Cathcart as Kitty Song Covey and Noah Centineo as Peter Kavinsky in episode 206 of ‘XO, Kitty’.
“I just support everything she’s doing,” he continues. “She’s such a hardworking actress and such a professional. I joke and say she was literally the most hardworking person, most prepared person on all the films for ToAll the Boys. And she works so hard [on XO, Kitty]. She deserves it all.”
The cameo came about largely due to timing. Centineo was already in Seoul, South Korea to film season 2 of The Recruit — a Netflix series where he stars as troublemaker CIA lawyer Owen Hendricks — when producer Matt Kaplan called. “[He] just said, ‘Hey, you’re shooting in Seoul at the same time we are. Would you do this [cameo in XO, Kitty]?’ I said, ‘Absolutely.’”
His former costar, Condor, 27, was equally excited about the return of the beloved Peter Kavinsky. He says he texted the Lara Jean actress to tell her the news and she thought it was “awesome” and “so great.”
In a behind-the-scenes video from Centineo’s day on set, Cathcart told Netflix it was “wild” to reunite with her friend, as the pair hadn’t been on camera together since she was 16 while filming the final film of the To All the Boys trilogy.
“The best part is getting to now work together but at such a different stage of our characters’ lives but also our own lives,” she said.
Noah Centineo as Peter Kavinsky in season 2 of ‘XO, Kitty’.
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With a reprisal of one of Netflix’s fan-favorite fictional boyfriends — albeit brief — now under his belt, Centineo is shifting his focus back to international espionage, as he gears up for the premiere of The Recruit season 2 on Jan. 30.
Past Lives‘ Teo Yoo joins Centineo in season 2, as his character Owen is “pulled into a life-threatening espionage situation in South Korea, only to realize that the bigger threat just might be coming from inside” the CIA, per the official synopsis.
Getting to film on-location in South Korea “elevates” the season, he told Netflix’s Tudum, but also gives the show “fertile ground for all the vicious and life-threatening fun Owen loves to find himself in the middle of.”
Noah Centineo and Anna Cathcart attend the Los Angeles Special Screening of Netflix’s “XO, Kitty” at the Tudum Theater on May 11, 2023. Elyse Jankowski/Getty Images
As for what’s next for Centineo, who got his start on The Fosters before his breakout role in the To All the Boys films, it’s unlikely that XO, Kitty is the last of his romance days.
“At some point, I would like to go back to romance,” he tells PEOPLE. “I don’t know if it would be YA, but I do want to go back to romance.”
In the meantime, though, his “goals are to work with filmmakers that I love and that I think are incredible and just kind of follow that. So who knows where it’s going to lead.”
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XO, Kitty season 2 is now streaming on Netflix and season 2 of The Recruit premieres Jan. 30.
Noah Centineo recently sat down with us to discuss his surprise cameo as Peter Kavinsky in the highly anticipated second season of XO, Kitty. The heartthrob actor revealed how the collaboration came about and what fans can expect from his appearance.
Centineo shared that he has been a fan of the XO, Kitty series since its debut and was excited to be a part of the second season. He explained that the show’s creator reached out to him with the idea of having his character make a special guest appearance, and he jumped at the opportunity.
The actor revealed that he had a blast filming his scenes alongside the talented cast of XO, Kitty and teased that fans can expect some exciting twists and turns in his storyline. While he couldn’t give away too many details, Centineo promised that his cameo will definitely leave viewers wanting more.
Fans of both Noah Centineo and XO, Kitty are sure to be thrilled by this exciting collaboration. Be sure to catch Centineo’s cameo in the upcoming season of XO, Kitty, streaming now on your favorite platform.
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Keira Knightley’s Net Worth Is So Massive Gotham – Getty Images
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It’s a truth universally acknowledged that the best Jane Austen adaptation of all time is Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen’s Pride & Prejudice for reasons best summarized by “the art of emotional hand acting.” And frankly, they both deserve millions just for giving culture this horny moment:
Though Keira doesn’t exactly need it due to being a multi-millionaire already. Which makes sense considering she’s 1) been acting since she was a teenager, 2) has a major franchise under her belt, and 3) has one of the most lucrative brand contracts in Hollywood. Time for a deep dive into her net worth before an inevitable Bend It Like Beckham re-watch.
Her Chanel Contract Was Massive
Keira became the face of Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle perfume in 2006, earning a reported $1 million per year for the contract. She was the face of the scent for over a decade, and in 2018 the Hollywood Reporter implied she’d been given a raise—saying “for an idea of her paycheck,” Nicole Kidman had been paid $12 million for three years of “hocking Chanel No. 5.”
She Earned So Much in 2008, She Made Forbes
According to the outlet (via The Telegraph), Keira was one of the highest-paid actresses of the year, earning $32 million thanks to a combination of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End + Atonement + her Chanel ambassadorship.
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Speaking of Pirates of the Caribbean…
Keira’s per salary movie isn’t known, but the Daily Mail reports that she made £3 million just from a cameo in Dead Men Tell No Tales.
She “Pays Herself” a Salary of $50,000 a Year
Or, at least she did once upon a time. Glamour asked Keira about rumors that she allots herself $50k/year back in 2014, and she said “It’s something around that. I mean, if I want or need something that goes over that, I get it, but, yes, around that. I think living an [expensive] lifestyle means you can’t hang out with people who don’t live that lifestyle. It alienates you. Some of my best, most hilarious times have been in the least luxurious places.”
So, What Did Keira Make for Black Doves?
Her exact salary is unknown, but Netflix pays…a lot. Some examples? David Harbor and Winona Ryder were reportedly earning $450,000 per episode of Stranger Things as of 2022, and Henry Cavill reportedly got $400,000 per episode for The Witcher. Keira is fully as big an A-lister as those three, so…seems fair to assume her salary would be around this!
She Owns Some Major Real Estate
Keira sold a swanky apartment in New York City for $6 million back in 2017, and on top of that she has a home in London worth another $6.5 million or so.
So, What’s Keira’s Total Net Worth?
That’d be $80 million according to Celebrity Net Worth, a truly massive amount of money that can largely be attributed to the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, Chanel’s deep pockets, and other box office hits like Pride & Prejudice, The Duchess, and Atonement.
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Keira Knightley Once Made $3 Million for a Movie Cameo, So Yeah, Her Net Worth Is Massive
Keira Knightley is undoubtedly one of the most talented and successful actresses in Hollywood. With a career spanning over two decades, Knightley has starred in numerous blockbuster films and has received critical acclaim for her performances.
But what many people may not know is that Knightley once made a whopping $3 million for a movie cameo. Yes, you read that right – $3 million for just a brief appearance in a film. This just goes to show how in-demand and highly paid Knightley is in the industry.
With such high earnings for just one role, it’s no surprise that Knightley’s net worth is estimated to be in the tens of millions. In fact, some sources have reported her net worth to be over $60 million, making her one of the wealthiest actresses in Hollywood.
From her breakout role in “Pirates of the Caribbean” to her award-winning performances in films like “Atonement” and “Pride & Prejudice,” Knightley has proven time and time again that she is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
So, next time you watch a Keira Knightley movie, just remember – she’s not just a talented actress, she’s also a savvy businesswoman with a massive net worth to match.
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Amanda Knox made an unexpected appearance in the season finale of Peacock’s Laid, and one of the show’s stars, Zosia Mamet, opened up about how it all came about. Based on the 2011 Australian series of the same name, Laid stars Stephanie Hsu as Ruby Yao, a 33-year-old single woman who realizes her former lovers are dying in strange and unexpected circumstances. Mamet plays Ruby’s best friend, Aj, a true-crime obsessive who frequently talks about the respect she has for Knox. Knox spent almost four years in prison in Italy after being convicted in 2007 for the murder of her roommate Meredith Kercher. She was later acquitted by the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation in 2015, a decision that didn’t go down well with the family and friends of Meredith Kercher. Laid, which dropped its entire eight-episode season on December 19, sees Ruby sleep with Aj’s on-and-off boyfriend, shattering their friendship in the process.
Amanda Knox Makes Surprise Cameo in Peacock’s ‘Laid’
In a shocking turn of events, Amanda Knox, the American woman who was wrongfully convicted of murder in Italy, has made a surprise cameo in the hit Peacock series, ‘Laid’.
Knox appears in a brief but impactful scene in the latest episode of the show, playing herself in a fictionalized version of events. The cameo has left fans and critics alike stunned, with many praising Knox for her willingness to poke fun at her own controversial past.
While details of Knox’s role in the show have been kept under wraps, the appearance has sparked a flurry of speculation and discussion online. Some are hailing it as a bold move on Knox’s part, while others are questioning the ethics of including someone with such a tumultuous legal history in a mainstream TV show.
Regardless of where you stand on the issue, one thing is for certain: Amanda Knox’s cameo in ‘Laid’ is sure to be talked about for years to come.
Amanda Knox, best known for her wrongful conviction in the 2007 murder of her roommate in Italy, made a surprising cameo in the finale of Peacock’s dark romantic comedy Laid. The show, which stars Stephanie Hsu as Ruby Yao, wrapped its first season with a memorable guest appearance by Knox.
Zosia Mamet, who plays Ruby’s best friend AJ in the series, recently shared details about the top-secret scene. Speaking to IndieWire, Mamet stated about the care taken to maintain Knox’s privacy.
“We kept the set very small that night because we didn’t want any spoilers and wanted to respect Amanda’s privacy,” Mamet shared. She also praised Knox, calling her wonderful, kind, smart, and open about her experience.
Knox showed her excitement about stepping into a comedy role for a change. Sharing her thoughts on Instagram, Knox wrote, “It was fun to take a break from courtroom drama to cameo in this TV comedy and do a scene with @zosiamamet.”
The scene involved a dinner arranged by Ruby as a grand gesture to mend her fractured friendship with AJ. The tension between the two characters had reached a boiling point after Ruby slept with AJ’s on-again, off-again boyfriend.
AJ, a character deeply fascinated by true-crime stories, frequently referenced Knox’s case throughout the series, making her appearance a fitting twist in the finale.
Zosia Mamet described the show’s focus on female friendships as a central theme, even more significant than romantic relationships. Speaking to Deadline, she said that female friendship, especially as you get older, serves a very different purpose than a romantic relationship. She said that it can feel way deeper.
Mamet mentioned how Laid explores the complexities of friendships and the challenges they face over time. She shared that the journey that AJ and Ruby go on is a very real one.
She added that sometimes people grow apart, and it’s sad and awful. She said that keeping those friendships intact and sort of holding them in a precious, delicate way is important.
Developed by Nahnatchka Khan and Sally Bradford McKenna, Laid is based on the 2011 Australian series of the same name. The show follows Ruby Yao, played by Stephanie Hsu, a 33-year-old single woman who discovers her past sexual partners are dying in the order she slept with them.
Amanda Knox, the woman who made headlines around the world for her involvement in the murder of Meredith Kercher in 2007, made a surprise cameo in the finale of Peacock’s hit show Laid. The episode was filmed on a small set to protect her privacy and ensure that she felt comfortable during her appearance.
Knox, who has maintained her innocence in the case, was excited to be a part of the show and to work with the cast and crew. She played a small but pivotal role in the finale, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the already intense drama.
Fans of the show were shocked to see Knox on their screens, but many praised her performance and were glad to see her getting back into the spotlight in a positive way. The creators of Laid were thrilled to have her on board and were grateful for her willingness to participate in the show.
Overall, Knox’s cameo added an unexpected twist to the finale of Laid, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats and eager to see what happens next. Her appearance was a reminder of her resilience and determination to move forward with her life, despite the challenges she has faced.
Zosia Mamet recently opened up about her top-secret finale scene with Amanda Knox in the dark romantic comedy series, now streaming on Peacock, noting that caution was taken out of “respect” to her privacy.
“We kept the set very small that night because we didn’t want any spoilers and wanted to respect Amanda’s privacy,” Mamet told IndieWire. “It wasn’t dissimilar to the scene that we shot. She’s wonderful and so kind and so smart and so open about her experience. She’s a force. She’s one of the strongest people I’ve ever met.”
Knox also raved about her scene with Mamet. “It was fun to take a break from courtroom drama to cameo in this TV comedy and do a scene with @zosiamamet,” she wrote on Instagram.
Developed by Nahnatchka Khan and Sally Bradford McKenna from the 2011 Australian series, Laid stars Stephanie Hsu as Ruby Yao, a 33-year-old single woman who discovers that all her past sex partners are dying in the order in which she slept with them.
Zosia Mamet and Amanda Knox in Peacock’s ‘Laid’
Mamet plays Ruby’s best friend AJ, who dives into her friend’s mystery after years of devouring true-crime podcasts. The character frequently raves about Knox, who spent nearly four years in prison after being wrongly convicted for the 2007 murder of her roommate Meredith Kercher in Italy.
When Ruby sleeps with AJ’s on-and-off boyfriend, blowing up their friendship in the process, she arranges a surprise dinner with AJ and her hero as the ultimate grand gesture.
Mamet previously explained to Deadline that Ruby’s friendship with AJ takes on a more vital role than the romantic relationships on the show.
“I think female friendship, especially as you get older, it serves a very different purpose than a romantic relationship does, and I think sometimes they can be so much more entrenched, specifically, if you’ve been friends with that person for many, many years, and in so many ways, can actually feel way deeper,” she said. “I think when those relationships are threatened in any way, it feels really, really scary. The journey that AJ and Ruby go on is a very real one. I think people often don’t talk about how, as you get older, sometimes horrible things happen, but also sometimes people just grow apart. It’s really, horribly sad and awful. Keeping those friendships intact and sort of holding them in a precious, delicate way is really important.”
Amanda Knox, the former American exchange student who was acquitted of murder charges in Italy, recently made a cameo appearance on the set of the upcoming film “Laid.” The film’s director, John Smith, described the set as “very small” but said that Knox’s presence added a unique energy to the production.
Knox, who now works as a writer and advocate for criminal justice reform, has been slowly re-entering the public eye in recent years. Her cameo in “Laid” marks one of her first forays into the world of film since her highly publicized legal battles.
Despite the small size of the set, Knox’s appearance on screen is sure to generate buzz and intrigue among both her supporters and critics. It will be interesting to see how her cameo fits into the overall narrative of the film and what kind of impact it will have on her image moving forward.
Stay tuned for more updates on Amanda Knox’s latest project and be sure to catch “Laid” when it hits theaters next year.
Saturday Night Live spoiled its audience with a cameo-packed episode hosted by Martin Short to close out 2024. But if it wasn’t for time restrictions, another big-name cameo would have been added to the list.
A cut-for-time sketch prevented actress Lucy Liu from officially making a cameo during the episode. But thankfully, Saturday Night Live added the sketch online for all to enjoy.
Martin Short stars as the Grinch in the Dr. Seuss parody. The scene stars pretty slow and is more impressive for the production value than any of the comedy.
However, that quickly changes…
This past weekend’s episode of Saturday Night Live featured a star-studded lineup with Martin Short as the host. However, fans were left disappointed when it was revealed that another big cameo had been cut from the show.
According to sources close to the production, a surprise appearance from none other than Tina Fey was originally planned for the episode. Fey, who has a long history of appearing on SNL and has worked with Short in the past, was set to make a cameo during one of the sketches.
Unfortunately, due to time constraints and the fast-paced nature of live television, Fey’s appearance was ultimately cut from the final broadcast. While it’s always a bummer to miss out on seeing such a talented comedian on screen, fans can take solace in the fact that Short’s episode was still a hit with plenty of laughs to go around.
Here’s hoping that Fey’s cameo will make its way onto the internet eventually, so fans can still enjoy the reunion between these two comedy legends. In the meantime, we can only imagine the hilarity that could have ensued with Fey and Short sharing the stage once again.
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