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46 surprising jobs celebs did before finding fame
46 surprising jobs celebs did before finding fame lovemoney staff 04 October 2026
Co dnes dělá Amber Heard, bývalka Johnnyho Deppa, co ho obvinila z násilí? Změnila si jméno a vyhrála nad životem
Reakce k článku Podělte se o svou reakci Amber Heard, kterou proslavily některé filmové role, ale především soudní spor s Johnym Deppem, byste v Hollywoodu dnes hledali marně. Odešla do ústraní a žije v Evropě. Právě v těchto dnech oslavila čtyřicátiny. Když se v roce 2022 rozhořel soudní spor mezi jí a Johnem Deppem, bylo to praní špinavého prádla jako z učebnice. Jejich soud patřil k nejmedializovanějším v historii.
Fakjů pane učiteli. Jedna z nejvtipnějších komedií vůbec. Vyrezervujte si zítřejší večer. Poběží na Nova Cinema ve 20:00
Foto: Denis Makarenko / Shutterstock Doba čtení: 3 min Reakce k článku Podělte se o svou reakci Sobotní večer vás pobaví. Němci umí opravdu skvělé komedie a s touhle rozhodně nešlápli vedle. Stala se jednou z kultovních a velmi oblíbených. Lidé se na ni rádi dívají stále dokola. Možná ji znáte. Zeki Müller nemá na vybranou. Někdo totiž postavil školní tělocvičnu přímo nad poklad, který nutně potřebuje vykopat. Týpek, který si vždycky umí poradit, i tentokrát našel nápadité řešení.
The rich and famous who won't leave their fortunes to their kids
lovemoney staff 24 February 2026 The super-rich who refuse to give their kids an easy ride You might assume that people born to wealthy parents are set for life. However, not every child of the rich and famous has been lucky enough to have a fortune handed to them on a plate. Read on to discover the super-rich parents who refuse to give their kids an easy ride.
Richarda Gera v Preety Women miluju. Film, co zítra večer vysílá Nova Cinema, je ale ještě lepší. Nezná ho téměř nikdo
Reakce k článku Podělte se o svou reakci Ve čtvrtek od osmi mají příjemné časy všichni, kdož milují elegantní akční dramata. Na programu Nova Cinema se rozjíždí film s Richardem Gerem v jedné z méně známých rolí. Je to jeden z těch filmů, kde fanouškům Richarda Gera nejspíše došlo, že jeho nejlepší léta jsou pryč a v rolích milovníků a oscarových trhácích ho už jen tak neuvidíme, přesto dejte tomu šanci. Navíc dámy budou mít jistě shovívavější oko. Tak tohle byla neskutečná skluzavka.
Cillian Murphy v dechberoucím tipu pro adventní čas
Dá se bez nadsázky říci, že kdo miluje emoční hraní Cilliana Murphyho, jeho proměny, ten bude nadšený a tenhle film si zařadí do seznamu filmů, které pravidelně oprašovat. Třeba seznam vánočních titulů. Loňská novinka je znovu v kurzu! Převýchova v Magdaleniných prádelnách Stačilo málo. Drobně se provinit. Jet načerno, být příliš hezká. Nebo ošklivá. Překážet ve své rodině. Divně se podívat na otce. Důvody, proč dívky končily v církevní převýchově, byly často zvrácené a bizarní.
Zemřel Udo Kier, zmizel podmanivý pohled padoucha
Reakce k článku Podělte se o svou reakci Padouch s pronikavým, podmanivým a děsivým pohledem, Němec, který dobyl Hollywood mezi prvními. Ve svých rolích byl nezapomenutelný, v některých ho ještě uvidíme. Další už bohužel nestihl. Často hrál padouchy, monstra a zrůdy; několikrát ztvárnil upíry a nacisty. Hrál ve filmech, televizi, hudebních videoklipech velkých hvězd. Patří k těm, který často hrál jeden typ rolí, díky svému jedinečnému vzhledu. V neděli 23.
Garsi aktorė prabilo apie menopauzę: nustokime gėdytis ir tai vadinti antruoju pavasariu
„Norėdami nustatyti, kas yra „normalu“, žvelgiame į kitus, o tada ko tik su savimi nedarome (tam praktiškai ribų nėra), kad jaustumės normaliai, kad tik nejaustume vienatvės ir gėdos dėl to, kad mūsų kūnai ne tokie kaip regimų aplinkinių moterų. Nesaugumo ir atskirties jausmas randasi dar jaunystėje, o man jis vėl atgimė prasidėjus menopauzei – it kokia gėdinga knygos pabaiga“, – rašo Naomi Watts. Kodėl moterys gėdijasi daugybės dalykų? Kaip pabandyti susidoroti su šiais jausmais?
Using a cache in a clean way in ASP.NET Core
Inject a cache directly in the controller where you need to use it - it's not the good approach to implement caching in your app. Imagine you have a service that returns comments for a post. As you can guess, comments don't change frequently, so you can add caching to avoid hitting the database every time. Let's say the Comment model looks like this: public sealed class Comment { public Guid Id { get; set; } public string?
Native AOT deployment в .NET
Before we jump into the benchmark, let's talk about why we need AOT and what it brings us. A standard .NET app usually goes through a few steps before it is executed. Source → IL (Intermediate Language) The compiler takes your source code and translates it into CIL/IL, storing it inside an assembly (.dll or .exe). IL → JIT → Machine Code When the assembly or app runs, the CLR (Common Language Runtime) passes the stored IL to the JIT (Just-in-Time) compiler.
Responses compression in ASP.NET Core
The apps exchanges terabytes of data between the server and clients, and adding just a few lines can significantly improve performance by compressing responses.
If you need to generate realistic fake data in C#, try this library
Let's say you have an app that works with orders, and an order is represented by the following C# class: It's as simple as it gets. Now you need to return a list of these orders. Of course, you can return it using the following code snippet - just tackling the problem head-on: This solution works well, but it comes with some assumptions. First, you need to manually create the names and descriptions, which isn't ideal - in this case, a random string is enough.
Performance tips in C# that won't cost you anything
By Denis Makarenko Use Count if you know the exact size of the array Imagine you have some piece of code that returns a list of a specific size - it may change, but not dynamically. So, let's say you have something like this: Depending on the includeAdditional parameter, your code may or may not include an additional source. Choosing List here seems fine, doesn't it? Nope, it's not. If you know - or can calculate - the size of the list, it's better to use an array instead.
Clean up your *.csproj | Customize a build by Directory.Build.props
If you’re facing issues updating NuGet packages across different projects, or if you have known references between projects that keep repeating every time, I can show what you can do. Imagine you have a solution with many repeatable parts, such as a service. Each service contains three projects: Model, Domain, and Host. Model represents the data access layer and uses Entity Framework. Domain contains your business logic. Host is the Web API project.
You don’t need SignalR for real-time updates | Server-Sent Events in .NET/C#
There are cases when you need to send updates to clients, and if you’re thinking about AJAX polling — hold on, let me show you what else you can do. Imagine you have an application with some interactive parts that can update separately from other parts of the app — for example, notifications. You want to update those parts when events occur on the server.
Are design patterns actually necessary to build an app?
Probably many of us have wondered how to design an app the right way. Where should we place different parts of the program? How should we structure the solution? Should we follow Clean Architecture? Maybe a layered approach or the vertical slice style? Should we split our business logic into contexts, services, or even handlers? Or maybe you’re considering building a module monolith? Or should we follow the mainstream and divide the app into microservices — or even nanoservices?
Celebrity homes for sale in June
The home also features an assortment of bonus spaces you might not expect in a Catskills cabin, including a library, an office, a workout room, a media room, two large bonus rooms, two laundry rooms, a mudroom with radiant floors and a third-floor music studio. Back on the first floor, the home’s master suite offers a walk-in closet, double vanity, clawfoot tub and a separate glass walk-in shower.
Celebrity childhood homes from before they were famous
Charlotte Gainsbourg took over the care of the historic home after her father died in 1991, aged 62. In 2023, she opened Maison Gainsbourg to the public. Fans can wander through Serge's home, which has been left just as it was when he died, and then cross the road to visit a museum dedicated to his work, featuring letters, clothing and broadcast interviews. Birkin lived in Saint-Germain for the rest of her life, until she died in 2023.
John Malkovich stars in The Infernal Comedy in Timisoara this summer
Culture World-renowned American actor John Malkovich will come to Timisoara this summer as the star of Michael Sturminger's The Infernal Comedy. He will go on stage at the National Theatre on July 20 and 21. The theatre show is part of the Timisoara - European Capital of Culture program. "The National Theatre in Timisoara continues the FEST-FDR Seasons with a unique event, an absolute premiere for Timisoara and a peak moment of the European Capital of Culture.
Ryan Gosling
Hailing from London, Ontario, this heartthrob moved to Los Angeles before his 18th birthday to chase his dreams of becoming an actor. With over two dozen movie credits, the star of "The Notebook" has credited his home country for his worldview. "I love being Canadian," he told Hello! magazine. "I think growing up in Canada gives you a world perspective that I certainly enjoy."
Ryan Gosling
Hailing from London, Ontario, this heartthrob moved to Los Angeles before his 18th birthday to chase his dreams of becoming an actor. With over two dozen movie credits, the star
Ryan Gosling
Hailing from London, Ontario, this heartthrob moved to Los Angeles before his 18th birthday to chase his dreams of becoming an actor. With over two dozen movie credits, the star
Kerry Washington
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Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington portrayed the character Olivia Pope in the hit prime-time show “Scandal,” and became the first Black woman to headline a network TV drama since 1974. She is one of the highest-paid television actresses with a number of major roles under her belt in films such as “Ray,” “Django Unchained,” and “American Son.” Denis Makarenko // Shutterstock TownNews.com Content Exchange TownNews.com Content Exchange
Rich and famous people who refuse to spoil their children
Rich and famous people who refuse to spoil their children Pennywise parents Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney You might assume that the children of the rich and famous don't have to go to work – but not everyone wants their offspring to inherit a life of luxury. Read on to discover the famous names who won't be sharing all of their wealth with their kids, and why. All dollar values in US dollars.
1982: Priyanka Chopra
- Wikipedia page views over the past year: 5,269,084 - Birthday: July 18, 1982 - Notable works: "Baywatch," "Don 2," "Kaminey," "Bajirao Mastani" Though best known for her Bollywood stardom in recent hits like 2009’s “Kaminey” and 2015’s “Bajirao Mastani,” Chopra has been making waves in the United States.
1968: Gillian Anderson
- Wikipedia page views over the past year: 5,182,741 - Birthday: August 9, 1968 - Notable works: "The X-Files," "The Fall," "The Last King of Scotland," "Bleak House" Born in Chicago, Illinois, Gillian Anderson found her love of acting in high school when she joined an amateur actor group. She spent the next few years in several theater programs before landing her big break on “The X-Files,” playing legendary Dana Scully.
1968: Gillian Anderson
- Wikipedia page views over the past year: 5,182,741 - Birthday: August 9, 1968 - Notable works: "The X-Files," "The Fall," "The Last King of Scotland," "Bleak House" Born in Chicago, Illinois, Gillian Anderson found her love of acting in high school when she joined an amateur actor group. She spent the next few years in several theater programs before landing her big break on “The X-Files,” playing legendary Dana Scully.
Celebrity investors who've made, and lost, a fortune
Celebrity investors who've made, and lost, a fortune Superstar investing successes and failures Tinseltown/Shutterstock Some celebrity investors are growing their fortunes dramatically by putting their money into businesses, which range from tech start-ups to big-name companies. But not every star investor has the Midas touch.
Madonna and Bocelli: COVID-19 also shows that our heroes are not so perfect
A sorrowful outburst from a longtime fan who sees idols ill-informed or uninterested in facts about the new coronavirus One of the unexpected effects of the quarantine is that it equals us. It doesn’t matter where you are, what work you do, what your age is or how much money you have in the bank. Quarantine forces us to be at home, with our fears and thoughts. And this comes at a price: We end up reading and hearing that our life-time heroes are not so perfect.
Everything You'd Find in Blake Lively's Makeup Bag
The film that made me utterly in awe of Blake Lively is without a doubt A Simple Favor. Obviously, I’ve seen Gossip Girl, Green Lantern, The Town—but the first time I saw Blake Lively be an absolute badass, making out with both Anna Kendrick and Henry Golding… well, she became one of my favorite people in Hollywood. From what I can see, Blake is down to earth, hilarious, and never takes herself too seriously.
From Madonna to Miley: celebrity childhood homes from before they were famous
From Madonna to Miley: celebrity childhood homes from before they were famous The formative properties of Hollywood's elite Eugene Powers Photography / Zuma Press / PA Images ; The Upshaw Group They may have moved on to jaw-dropping mansions and palatial penthouses, but these famous faces didn't always live the life of luxury. We've taken a look inside the childhood homes of some of the world's biggest names, from Kurt Cobain to Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Angelina Jolie.
John Singleton's daughter Justice accepted a Lifetime Achievement Award on his behalf at the Inaugural Your Script Produced International Feature/TV/Short Script Competition Season 1 Awards Dinner - The Philadelphia Sunday Sun
ABOVE PHOTO: Justice Singleton (Photo: By Denis Makarenko / shutterstock) By Florence Anthony According to the Hollywood Reporter, Wesley Snipes has switched talent agencies, moving from APA to CAA. The actor is earning praise starring opposite Eddie Murphy in Netflix’s “Dolemite Is My Name.” Snipes’ career resurgence will continue with the long-awaited “Coming 2 America,” in which he will play a new character.
Usher’s New Look (UNL) is celebrating 20 years of service and action with the 2019 Disrputivator Summit
ABOVE PHOTO: Usher (Photo: By Denis Makarenko / shutterstock) By Florence Anthony TV One hosted an exclusive screening of the highly anticipated original biopic “The Bobby DeBarge Story” at the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta on June 8. The film, starring Roshon Fegan in the lead role, explores the tumultuous life of the former lead singer of the 70’s R&B/funk band Switch, who is also the eldest sibling of the world-famous pop group DeBarge.
Generous stars who've donated their stuff for good causes
Generous stars who've donated their stuff for good causes Generous stars Denis Makarenko/Shutterstock When you're a celebrity with a huge fanbase, an incredible wardrobe and homes full of fabulous things, you can afford to give some things away to good causes. Click or scroll through what these generous celebrities donated for causes including the fight against COVID-19, and how much they raised.
Woody Allen: "I should be the poster boy for the #MeToo movement."
Woody Allen: "I should be the poster boy for the #MeToo movement." During an interview for an Argentinian news program, Woody Allen declared: "I should be the poster boy for the #MeToo movement. Because I have worked in movies for 50 years. I've worked with hundreds of actresses and not a single one — big ones, famous ones, ones starting out — have ever ever suggested any kind of impropriety at all.
George Clooney Sold His Tequila Business for $1 Billion
Did you know that GEORGE CLOONEY is in the TEQUILA business? Well, he is . . . and he just sold his brand ‘Casamigos’ for $1 BILLION. George started the company on a whim just four years ago because he loved tequila. He and Cindy Crawford’s husband Rande Gerber spent a lot of time drinking it in Mexico, so they decided to create their own. And since it was originally just for THEM, they were hands on about it . . .
Twitter Mocks People for Choosing Julia Roberts as “Most Beautiful”
Twitter isn’t impressed that Julia Roberts has been named People‘s Most Beautiful Woman for a record fifth time. Many took to social media to ask why the 49-year-old actress was chosen this year and lamented over the fact that the publication has once again given the honor to a white woman.
Julia Roberts Named People’s Most Beautiful Woman for Record 5th Time
Julia Roberts has been named People’s Most Beautiful Woman for a record fifth time. Now 49, Roberts first graced the cover of the magazine’s annual special issue at the age of 23 in 1991, fresh off the heels of her Pretty Woman vault to superstardom. The actress says she’s “very flattered“ by the honor, and says she’ll be sure to lord it over her pal George Clooney, who’s only been named the magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive twice.
The Entrepreneurial Genius of 'Star Wars'
This week marks the beginning of a new era for a whole new generation of soon-to-be Star Wars fans, including my three-year--old son. As a fan myself, I’m a little wary. I haven’t yet seen The Force Awakens, but my hope is that director J.J. Abrams will bring back some of the genius that in more recent years was lost in a galaxy far, far, away. As a writer and entrepreneur, I am fascinated with the way creative breakthroughs happen, especially when they lead to large-scale commercial success.
4 Leadership Quotes That Matter
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