Foxx pulls Diaz out of retirement
Cameron Diaz is pulling a Tom Brady. And Brady approves.
Netflix announced Wednesday that Diaz is “officially un-retiring” to star opposite Jamie Foxx in an upcoming movie for the streaming giant. Aptly titled “Back in Action,” the project will mark the actor’s first feature film role since 2014.
To help Diaz transition out of retirement, Foxx surprised his co-star with a phone call from none other than Brady — who famously returned to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers less than two months after announcing his retirement from the NFL. Foxx shared a recording of their conversation Wednesday on social media.
“Cameron I hope you aren’t mad I recorded this, but no turning back now,” Foxx captioned his Wednesday post. “Had to call in the GOAT to bring back another GOAT. @CameronDiaz and I are BACK IN ACTION - our new movie with @Netflix Film. Production starting later this year!!”
It’s unclear if Brady is involved with the project. The action comedy film will be directed by Seth Gordon and co-executive produced by Foxx, who previously worked with Diaz on 1999’s “Any Given Sunday” and 2014’s “Annie.”
“Only (Foxx) could get me back in action!!” Diaz wrote on her Instagram Story. “I can’t frickin wait it’s gonna be a blast.”
In a 2020 joint interview for Vanity Fair, Diaz explained to Gwyneth Paltrow why she chose to step away from Hollywood, citing long hours on set and personal relationships she “had to repair.”
Barker hospitalized for pancreatitis: Blink-182
drummer Travis Barker, 46, who was hospitalized on Tuesday, is reportedly dealing with a bout of pancreatitis.
TMZ first reported on Wednesday that the musician was rushed to the hospital due to pancreatitis, which doctors believe was triggered by a recent colonoscopy. Barker’s representatives did not immediately respond to request for comment.
According to “Entertainment Tonight,” the drummer, who recently married Kourtney Kardashian, “was sick and had intense pain in his abdomen.”
Blige to play Apple Music concert:
Mary J. Blige will host a one-night-only live performance July 27
to celebrate her life and music that will be available to stream exclusively on Apple Music in more than 165 countries.
“The last year of my career in particular has been an exciting ride,” she said in a statement. “It feels amazing to take this opportunity to celebrate, reflect and have an intimate night with my fans through this platform Apple Music is providing me.”
The concert to be held in New York City coincides with the 30th anniversary of Blige’s acclaimed debut album “What’s the 411,” and Apple Music Hits will devote the entire day to the artist, including exclusive programming, music and interviews showcasing key moments from her career.