ROMANCING THE STONE IS ON CHANNEL 5 AT 3.45 TODAY. Is "The War of the Roses" based on a book? . . He said: "We were going out to dinner and as a surprise, I said, 'Kathleen, why don't you pick up dad?' In addition to film, Turner has worked in the theater, and has been nominated for the Tony Award twice for her Broadway roles as Maggie in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and as Martha in Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? By what name was The War of the Roses (1989) officially released in India in English? [38] The play transferred to Broadway in 2002 to similar critical reaction. reuniting for the third and final season of Douglas' Netflix series. In People's May issue in 2021, Turner admitted, "Oh, I was yearning, babe," adding she believed there was hope for real-life romance between the two of them. At that time I was unattached and Michael was separated from his wife Diandra, so I thought this was a go. All I saw was Ms. Turner. and Everyone got to know each other and had a wonderful time.". Ed Asner is a veteran actor, having played the role of Lou Grant on The Mary Tyler Moore Show , August March in both the original and reboot series of Hawaii Five-0, and Santa Claus in Elf. If ever there was a reason to tune in and binge the whole thing, it is the presence of none other than Kathleen Turner, once again working opposite Michael Douglas. By the time she was diagnosed, she "could hardly turn her head or walk, and was told she would end up in a wheelchair". Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner attending the 27th Annual "Chefs' Tribute To Citymeals-On-Wheels" Benefit at Rockefeller Center on June 4, 2012 in New York City. Michael Douglas has said he regretted the embarrassment caused to his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, by the revelation two years ago that his cancer may have been caused by performing oral sex. Then, thanks to newly available treatments, her rheumatoid arthritis went into remission. Lowest Rated: 2% Baby Geniuses (1999) Birthday: Jun 19, 1954. We had lunch not long ago and he may be different now, but I dont think he wouldve liked me finding my power as his wife so, you know, its probably a good thing. Kathleen Turner once revealed that she and Michael Douglas almost had an affair while working together. Watch the full episode of People Features: Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner on PeopleTV.com or on the PeopleTV app. Charles Bronson raged at Dirty Dozen star, Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner 'sexual chemistry' in Romancing the Stone, Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner reamined close after Romancing the Stone, Charlton Heston refused to join John Wayne movie, Steve McQueen 'held a gun to his wife's head' as their children slept, Elvis' girlfriend wrote Whitney Houston ballad about their life, 'Pain in the a**' Steve McQueen enraged his co-stars, Steve McQueen personally insulted Elvis Presley during love triangle, John Wayne's beautiful last words to daughter on his death bed. In fact, she was a sought actress throughout the 1980s. In terms of how close they became during that time, the 67-year-old recalled to the Daily Mail, "The chemistry was there, and Michael and I were both terrible flirts.". In 2019, actress Kathleen Turner revealed she and actor Michael Douglas had a strong connection while co-starring in 1984's classic film "Romancing the Stone.". Her notorious turn in American sitcom Friends saw her performing as a singer in the role of Chandler Bing's drag queen father. Then I walked on set one day and his wife was suddenly there., Upon seeing theWall Streetstars wife at the time, Diandra Luker, Kathleen suddenly realized that her costar was indeed a married man. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. If you're in the mood for a dramedy starring two fine actors that is interesting and well written, then I suggest The War of the Roses. "[33], Turner's appearance changed after the rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis. 1984 Michael Douglas & Kathleen Turner ('Romancing the Stone') . I havent done that before. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The sparky, snarky banter and physical connection between the two stars helped make Romancing The Stone a box office smash, despite the studio's certainty that it would flop. . Kathleen Turner looks very different than when she was a Hollywood leading lady "I understood later, from Michael Douglas, that there was a competition between him, Jack Nicholson and Warren . , updated Turner divulged that the sexual attraction was too real between her and the Academy Award winner and that they were terrible at flirting. Finally, we can't talk about Michael Douglas without mentioning his personal life. We would have killed each other. And that's how it feels.". We were in a hotel in Valencia having dinner when she arrived. The New York Times praised the trio, saying that "Mr. Douglas and Ms. Turner have never been more comfortable a team each of them is at his or her comic best when being as awful as both are required to be here [Kathleen Turner is] evilly enchanting. She appeared in a small role in 2008's Marley & Me and also played a defense attorney on Law & Order. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Turner revealed her spouse woke up every morning at 5 a.m. to be at the hospital when their infant child and the new mom had their first feeding. If a man comes on set and says, 'Here's how I see this being done', people go, 'He's decisive.' Read a partial transcript of the Kathleen Turner interview below. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. Of her career, Kathleen explained how 'humbling' it has been for her when she has met fans. [46] In February 2019, Turner made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City in the speaking role of The Duchess of Krakentorp in Donizetti's opera La fille du rgiment. I mean, really! While her performance as the infamous Mrs. Robinson was popular with audiences, with sustained high box office for the duration of Turner's run, she received mixed reviews from critics. "That gave her a chance to say in front of me" Turner recalled. 'Romancing the Stone' star Kathleen Turner answers your questions, including how she got her role on Friends, if she has any plans working with Michael Dougl. [52] Cage argued defamation and damage to character and won the case, resulting in retractions, legal fees, and a donation to charity. "We were in the process of falling in love fervent, longing looks and heavy flirtation.". Turner became widely known during the 1980s, with roles in Body Heat (1981), The Man with Two Brains (1983), Crimes of Passion (1984), Romancing the Stone (1984), and Prizzi's Honor (1985), the latter two earning her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, and Peggy Sue Got Married (1986), for which she was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress. Express. There she goes.'"[25]. Kathleen Turner en el set de rodaje de 'Fuego en el cuerpo', la pelcula que la convirti en una estrella en 1981. Turner provided the voice of Jessica Rabbit in the 1988 live action/animated film Who Framed Roger Rabbit, its three animated short film spinoffs, and in the Disneyland attraction spinoff, Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin. It could have been common knowledge, but it's news to me. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. . Watch the full episode of People Features: Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner on PeopleTV.com or on the PeopleTV app. Weiss told host Debbie Nigro that his former wife was a "really fantastic, amazing person," adding, "she and I had a pretty incredible life together.". That tension was so potent, a sequel, The Jewel of the Nile, was quickly put in motion. She'd come out at intermissions and tell him, 'She's doing very well. [37] In 2015, she narrated the anthology drama film Emily & Tim. On November 18, 2000, Douglas married Welsh actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, his Traffic co-star. The couple welcomed their one and only child, Rachel, in October 1987. No, let's be fair. Romancing 'The Kominsky Method': Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner reunite. Absence Explained, Out for a Swim! Andrew Bullock Douglas later described how teh sexys tar also made a big impression on his father, legend Kirk Douglas. "We were in a hotel in Valencia having dinner when she arrived. You dont mess with another womans husband., Michael would go on to divorce his first wife in 2000, after 23 years of marriage and eventually say I do to actressCatherine Zeta-Jones. By Celebitchy. Mary Kathleen Turner (born June 19, 1954) is an American actress. "It just is a comfort factor. [47], Turner married real estate entrepreneur Jay Weiss of New York City in 1984, and they had one daughter, singer Rachel Ann Weiss, who was born on October 14, 1987. The legendary actress was also sure to recount one of the lower points of her life - namely when she was diagnosed in her 30s withrheumatoid arthritis. 'We fought and fought and we found new medication. She graduated from American School in London in 1972. We were in the jungle, and I was feeling very romantic towards him. When asked what it was like dating again after being married, Weiss said it seemed like everyone was looking for a wild romantic passion with no drama, which was impossible. "[34], As her rheumatoid arthritis progressed, alcohol consumption became a problem. She has been a frequent donor to the Democratic Party. Kathleen Turner: Sex Scenes, Affairs And Why I Hate Nicolas Cage & Burt Reynolds . Jei nenorite, kad mes ir ms partneriai naudotume slapukus ir asmeninius duomenis iais papildomais tikslais, spustelkite Atmesti visus. [11] She attended high school at The American School in London,[12] graduating in 1972. First off let me say that Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner were the perfect choices for this movie! Kathleen's stage show,Finding My Voice, begins on17 April and runs until 6 May - and she revealed to Christine that her trip to the UK has gotten off to a bumpy start. When it came to sex, Douglas admits he looked at it as if he were on a big game safari in Africa. [44] She appeared again at Arena Stage in the title role of Bertolt Brecht's Mother Courage, which opened in February 2014,[45] and playing Joan Didion in the one-woman show The Year of Magical Thinking, based on Didion's memoir of the same name, in October and November 2016. Kathleen Turner has recalled a potential relationship she almost had with former co-star Michael Douglas.. Surprisingly, they divorced back in 2007 after 23 years of marriage but remained cordial. 'We were in the process of falling in love fervent, longing looks and heavy flirtation. Net Worth in 2023: $25 million. For Peggy Sue, she received the award for Best Actress from the U.S. National Board of Review of Motion Pictures,[26] as well as an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She added that on days when the rheumatoid arthritis in her wrist was especially bad and she warned the other cast members not to touch it, Atkins would intentionally sit on it during a scene where Turner had to play dead, causing Turner extreme pain. "[32] The rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis was made about a year later. She came to fame during the 1980s, after roles in the Hollywood films Body Heat, Peggy Sue Got Married, Romancing the Stone, The . He simply said of the Romancing The Stone flirtation to People magazine: "Life goes different ways and you can't really second-guess. The electric onscreen chemistry between Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas in the hit 1984 action-adventure romp, Romancing the Stone, helped make the duo one . 'At that time I was unattached and Michael was separated from his wife Diandra, so I thought this was a go. She's also on the upcoming season of the The Kominsky Method. Kathleen Turner rose to stardom in the 80s with her performances in such films as "Body Heat," "Crimes of Passion," "Romancing the Stone," "Prizzi's Honor," and "Peggy Sue Got Married." Closer Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Emmys. Regardless she and Douglas maintained their friendship for over 40 years. "[23] Romancing the Stone was a surprise hit: she won a Golden Globe for her role in the film, and it became one of the top-ten-grossing movies of 1984. [7][8][9], Raised in a strictly conservative Christian home, Turner's interest in performing was discouraged by both of her parents: "My father was of missionary stock", she later explained, "so theater and acting were just one step up from being a streetwalker, you know? When I watch you eat. That same year, Turner also appeared in Switching Channels, which was a loose remake of the 1940 hit film His Girl Friday; this, in turn, was a loose remake of the Ben Hecht-Charles MacArthur comedy The Front Page. For more from Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner's exclusive interview, pick up the latest issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands Friday, or subscribe here. Ben Brantley praised Turner at length, writing: As the man-eating Martha, Ms. Turner, a movie star whose previous theater work has been variable, finally secures her berth as a first-rate, depth-probing stage actress [A]t 50, this actress can look ravishing and ravaged, by turns. Turner didn't just dazzle her co-star. So thus the war begins. 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'In truth, he was a misogynist. He added that Turner had "a look of voluptuousness, a woman of appetites, yes but a look of having suffered, as well."[10]. Of the role, she recalled: '[Producer]David Crane asked me if I would play Chandler's father. 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Then Diandra came down and reminded me he was still married. so the star of "Prizzi's Honor," "Peggy Sue Got Married" and "Romancing the Stone" found herself . This just makes me very humble and very happy.'. Details, Pink Is a Total Rockstar! Turner said in 2017: "Then Diandra came down and reminded me he was still married. 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Upon Turner seeing her, she suddenly realized that he was indeed a married man: "She sat next to him and made that very clear to me. Jei norite pritaikyti savo pasirinkimus, spustelkite Valdyti privatumo nuostatas. It's just lovely.". The last thing I'd do to another woman is interfere in that. I felt sick." She explained that the pair fell for one another on set and were in the process of 'falling in love', but that she was warned off a romance with the Oscar-winner by his then estranged wife Diandra Luker. Tour our photo gallery of Kathleen Turner movies. Just saying Last year, Turner addressed all the rumours: "Oh, I was yearning, babe, but he was still married, although they were separated, and so I thought there was hope for me.".