Idris Elba is just your regular guy, despite being an international star.
The Luther actor recently covered Rolling Out magazine to promote his upcoming film No Good Deed, that also stars Taraji P. Henson, and he talks about playing a darker role in the film, being a father, and more.
Check out a few excerpts from the interview below:
What he’s found most challenging playing this character
“I don’t like the violence, as much … it’s difficult beating a woman [and] being in a fight with a woman. But, Taraji got some punches in once or twice,” he says laughingly.
On researching the psychology of criminals to prepare for the role
I wanted to find out from people who create these situations, what’s missing in their lives. You and I may have a conscious stop button, and we know what we’re doing is wrong … but this guy doesn’t have that. I wanted to research that psychosis to understand the people who are in jail for similar scenarios. My research involved looking into the mentality of someone like Colin, a troubled and anxious man on a mission. There are so many common denominators like their upbringing, neglected at child birth, abused as a child by their mum, dad or siblings, bullying, and they ended up having these similar personalities and didn’t have a conscience.
On what fatherhood is like for Elba in real life
I love, love children. I love being a dad; it’s one of the joys of life. In fact, you can take it all away from me tomorrow, but don’t take away my children.
The perception he wants his kids to have of him …
I just hope my children grow up saying my dad was my good friend and supporter … I was fair and just, helped them whenever they needed me to. And, that there was love. One thing I am very aware is that I love them and I love to embrace my children. My children know what it is to have a hug and a kiss, be cuddled and feel comfortable. My parents were not cuddlers or kissers, but I am.
On how he stays balanced:
I don’t pray. I don’t meditate. I do a lot of deep breathing whenever I get five or 10 minutes. It’s something great about oxygenating your body. It is a real good thing to do in moments of stress, weakness, tiredness … if you give yourself a little oxygen, fill your lungs to capacity and do it eight times, three to four times a day, it really helps. I am a multitasker. In my 24-hour day I am working 19. I get three to four hours of sleep, wake up and then I go again. I rejuvenate by drinking lots of water and doing my breathing exercises,” reveals Elba.
Read more of his interview here!
A paparazzi is suing Sam Worthington of beating him up outside of a bar in NYC earlier this year.
The $10 million lawsuit is targeting the English actor, which TMZ reports:
According to the docs … Sheng Li accuses Sam and GF Lara Bingle of viciously assaulting him in February outside a bar where he was snapping photos.
Both are also being accused of slander and libel … for allegedly making false statements about him to the NYPD.
Li says he suffered a torn shoulder, facial contusions, injuries to his thumb and wrist, and adds he might need surgery … according to the docs.
That’s a huge chunk of change the pap is going for. We will keep you posted with updates.
A group of Youtube-famous senior citizens known as The Elders released another hilarious reaction video.
This time around, the group is watching the new trailer to Fifty Shades Of Grey, which is notoriously known for its sex scenes.
Check out the hilarious video above to see their reactions.
Jennifer Lawrence has a new hustle!
The Oscar-winning actress has been recruited to co-host of the 2015 Met Gala, which will take place on May 4, 2015.
Vogue made the announcement yesterday, revealing that the theme of the Gala would be focused on the Chinese impact on Western fashion.
Are you guys excited? We are.
Now, this is a scandal.
A writer for Orange Is The New Black, named Lauren Morelli, recently filed for divorce from her husband after realizing she is a lesbian. The shocking part is that the show is what helped her realize she isn’t interested in men.
If that isn’t enough, she’s also reportedly dating the actress who plays Poussey in the hit Netflix series after divorcing her husband of 2 years.
TMZ reports that working on the show and seeing the scenes between the female couples brought her to this realization:
“I found a mouthpiece for my own desires and a glimmer of what my future could look like.”
There you have it.
SOURCE: TMZ, Rolling Out, Celebrity-Gossip | PHOTO CREDIT: Rolling Out, Getty, Splash
