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Hugh Grant: The Unauthorised Biography
Author | : Jody Tressider |
Publisher | : Random House |
Total Pages | : 292 |
Release | : 2012-04-24 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1448132320 |
Hugh Grant is the quintessential English movie star. He is also a man of opposites; his easy charm belies a malicious wit and as heart throb star of Four Weddings and a Funeral he shocked the world when police found him enjoying the services of a Sunset Boulevard prostitute. Jody Tresidder, who has written this first, hugely revealing biography of Britain's most famous film star, was a teenage love of Hugh Grant's. She has uncovered all facets of the man - his boyish appeal, his glamorous relationship with Liz Hurley and the darker side that he can longer conceal.
Hugh Grant
Author | : Jody Tresidder |
Publisher | : Virgin Books Limited |
Total Pages | : 268 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Actors |
ISBN | : 9781852275891 |
This is an unauthorised biography of Hugh Grant. The author, a former friend of Grant, takes us through the actor's life, from his beginnings in West London, his riotous college days, into the world of British films and his ascent to Hollywood superstar. It presents a portrait of an actor whose ambition, character, wishes and desires have forced him into the limelight. His relationship with friends, family and partner, Liz Hurley, are examined, as are his motives in seeking the company of Ms Divine Brown, on that fateful night in LA when his career might have been blown into pieces.
Hugh Grant
Author | : Jody Tresidder |
Publisher | : St Martins Press |
Total Pages | : 268 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Performing Arts |
ISBN | : 9780312961800 |
Traces the life of the popular British actor, looks at his major film roles, and attempts to provide a glimpse of his real personality
Hugh Grant
Author | : Richard J Whitt |
Publisher | : Independently Published |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2024-04-25 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
Hugh Grant: The Story Behind the Silver Screen Charm" delves into the enigmatic persona of one of Hollywood's most beloved actors. From his humble beginnings in London to his meteoric rise to fame, this captivating narrative offers a glimpse into the life of a quintessential English gentleman. Grant's journey from small theater productions to blockbuster hits is chronicled with candid detail, revealing the trials and triumphs that shaped his career. With a blend of wit, charm, and irresistible charisma, Grant captured the hearts of audiences worldwide in iconic roles such as the endearing bachelor in "Four Weddings and a Funeral" and the lovable rogue in "Notting Hill." However, behind the silver screen charm lies a complex and multifaceted individual. "Hugh Grant" explores the highs and lows of Grant's personal life, including his publicized run-ins with the paparazzi and his journey towards fatherhood and family life. Through exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, readers gain insight into the man behind the roles, from his infamous '90s scandal to his evolution as an actor and a person. Hugh Grant is a must-read for fans of cinema and those intrigued by the inner workings of fame. With its engaging narrative and intimate portrayal, this book offers a fresh perspective on the enduring legacy of one of cinema's most enduring leading men.
Alan Rickman: The Unauthorised Biography
Author | : Maureen Paton |
Publisher | : Random House |
Total Pages | : 416 |
Release | : 2012-05-31 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1448132649 |
In this revised and updated biography, Maureen Paton encompasses the private, professional and political life of this most enigmatic, charismatic and intensely private of actors.
Billy Nighy - The Unauthorised Biography
Author | : Sue Blackhall |
Publisher | : Kings Road Publishing |
Total Pages | : 204 |
Release | : 2010-12-26 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1784185175 |
Born into a working-class family in Caterham, Surrey, in 1949, Bill attended the Guildford School of Dance and Drama before embarking on a two-year theatre stint in Liverpool. His London stage debut came in 1977 at the National Theatre, and many more theatre, radio and television appearances followed, including radio performances of Yes Minister for the BBC. He has said that the job that launched his career was 1991 BBC series The Men's Room. In 1998, he first came to international prominence with his role as a washed-up rock star in Hollywood film Still Crazy.But it was the Richard Curtis smash hit Love Actually, in 2004, that really propelled Bill into the limelight - many though that his performance as shameless old rocker Billy Mack was one of the best of the whole film, and it earned him a BAFTA for Best Supporting Actor. Since then, Bill has earned yet more plaudits, starring in the acclaimed TV drama State of Play and Gideon's Daughter, and appearing once again on the silver screen in the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy and hit comedy Rock the Boat.His wit, charm and on-screen presence have endeared him to legions of fans, and his film and TV work shows that he is an accomplished performer who can bring a touch of magic to any role. This is the fascinating story of one of the most intriguing and entertaining characters in show-business.
The Trouble with Men
Author | : Phil Powrie |
Publisher | : Wallflower Press |
Total Pages | : 270 |
Release | : 2004 |
Genre | : Performing Arts |
ISBN | : 9781904764083 |
A collection of original essays focusing on masculinity and film, particularly the representation of European masculinity. Spilt into four sections -- stars, class and race, fathers and bodies -- areas covered include the Carmen films, Yiddish cinema, romantic comedy and beur cinema.
Bill Nighy - The Biography
Author | : Sue Blackwell |
Publisher | : Kings Road Publishing |
Total Pages | : 288 |
Release | : 2012-11-30 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1843583747 |
Bill Nighy is one of Britain's best loved film, theater, and television personalities and, thanks to his appearances in Hollywood blockbusters "Love Actually" and "Pirates of the Caribbean," he has become a massive worldwide star. His wit, charm, and on-screen presence have endeared him to legions of fans, and his film and TV work shows that he is an accomplished performer who can bring a touch of magic to any role. This is the fascinating story of one of the most intriguing and entertaining characters in show business. Bill Nighy will be staring in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallow Part 2" and in "Arthur Christmas" in 2011 both of which will raise his profile in the media.