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Anaconda viewers were in for a surprise when Jennifer Lopez popped up in a scene with the new movie’s star Jack Black.
“Are you Doug McAllister? You directed the unauthorized version of Anaconda even though you didn’t have the rights?” Lopez, 56, said in social media footage of the film, playing an exaggerated version of herself. “I saw your little movie, and I loved it. That’s why I’m here.”
She continued, “I’m here because we’re doing another Anaconda, and I want you to direct it. Are you in?”
Black’s character, Doug, fainted before he could respond.
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Lopez famously starred in 1997’s Anaconda opposite Jon Voight, Ice Cube and Owen Wilson. The horror flick followed a documentary crew’s adventure in the Amazon after they were forced to help a snake hunter (played by Voight, now 86) hunt a giant anaconda.
In Black’s recently released version of Anaconda, two friends (played by Black, 56, and Paul Rudd) attempt to remake J. Lo’s movie. Their filmmaking journey, however, takes an unexpected turn when they encounter an actual snake.
“I had some slight snake trauma in my teen years,” Black told USA Today earlier this month of overcoming his fears to star in the new film. “A snake got loose in my house, and we found it hours later, slithering out of my mattress. It snuck into a hole in the mattress, and ever since then, they haunt my dreams.”
At one point in the film, Black runs in the jungle with a 30-pound wild boar on his shoulders.
“That’s a complicated scene. There’s a lot of different angles and movement and energy,” Black recalled to the outlet. “The running through the grass on uneven terrain, that’s all hard, but the hardest part is none of those things. Pretending to be terrified for long stretches of time is so exhausting. That’s really the hardest part, weirdly.”
He added, “This is going to sound dumb, and I’m going to wish I didn’t say this, but people don’t understand how difficult acting can be. If you’re acting [with] extreme emotion, it’s frigging exhausting.”
Lopez’s OG version of the movie was also filmed in the jungle.
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“You notice how there’s always a rat scene in movies? I hate that,” Lopez said in a 1997 interview for Anaconda, noting other film scenes were much easier than if she worked with mice. “It was my first time [in the Amazon] and I can’t say I’ll be going back to film. It was a tough thing to film, being on water all day.”
Lopez further explained why her version of Anaconda was “a rough gig.”
“You get water-logged, and you’re in your shower and you feel like you’re on the boat,” she quipped. “You’re, like, ‘Is the floor moving or is it me?’ … It wasn’t an easy job, but it was fun and we had a good time. We had a great cast.”
Lopez even praised Voight for managing to pull off “being entertaining and funny while still being threatening.”
“I really like the character,” she added.
Anaconda is currently in theaters.
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Love Is Blind season 3 stars Alexa and Brennon Lemieux celebrated Christmas together amid their ongoing divorce.
Alexa, 31, shared photos of the pair’s festivities to her Instagram Stories on Thursday, December 25. In the pics, their daughter, Vienna, wore themed holiday pajamas and sat in front a mountain of wrapped presents.
After opening her gifts, Vienna cuddled up to dad Brennon, 35, for another social media pic.
Alexa and Brennon, who got married in June 2021 after appearing on season 3 of the pod experiment, announced their separation earlier this month.
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“After much reflection and many heartfelt conversations, we have made the difficult decision to end our marriage,” a joint Instagram statement read. “This choice was not made lightly, and it comes with a great deal of care, respect, and appreciation for the time we’ve shared.”
They continued, “We entered this relationship with love and optimism, and we leave it with gratitude for the experiences that shaped us and the growth we each gained along the way. While our journey as a married couple is coming to an end, we remain supportive of one another, devoted to our daughter, and committed to navigating this transition with compassion.”
Alexa and Brennon further stressed that they planned to keep Vienna, who was born in July 2021, their “top priority” moving forward.
While Brennon has not publicly addressed the couple’s separation, Us Weekly confirmed that he filed for divorce on November 5.
“The marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities between [Brennon] and [Alexa] that destroys the legitimate ends of the marriage relationship and prevents any reasonable expectation of reconciliation,” his filing read.
Alexa responded to Brennon’s motion nearly one month later, denying his claims and requesting a disproportionate share of the pair’s estate over “fault in the breakup of the marriage.”
In the weeks since their legal back-and-forth, the pair have been focused on Vienna’s first holiday season. Alexa, who identifies as Jewish, celebrated Hanukkah with her little girl earlier this week.
“It’s the last night of Hanukkah, and we want to make some latkes,” Alexa said in a Sunday, December 21, Instagram video, noting the potato pancake recipe once belonged to her grandmother. “I’m going to modify the recipe just a bit since it’s just me, baby girl and dad having latkes tonight. Normally I make them for a whole load of people, but tonight it’s just the three of us.”
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While Alexa didn’t clarify whether Brennon celebrated Hanukkah with her, she further explained why it was important to share traditions with their daughter. (Alexa and Brennon previously planned to raise Vienna as an interfaith couple.)
“Life has been a little crazy, to say the least, the last few weeks,” she added. “I’m really glad that we can try and keep some holiday traditions going this year when everything else is just a lot.”
Alexa quipped in conclusion, “While I would tell you not to believe everything you read online, you can believe these are damn good latkes.”
Alexa and Brennon met and got engaged sight unseen in the Love Is Blind pods during 2022’s season 3.
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:11) Christmas In Bethlehem
(06:58) Honduras Election Result
(10:40) Immigration Crackdown
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If Santa didn’t hear your wishes for a wardrobe full of lululemon, no worries! Thanks to lululemon’s end-of-year deal event, you can score your wishlist items on mega sale. From leggings and sports bras to bags and hoodies, you’ll find everything you need to start a new year in style.
The sale runs from December 24 through December 30, so you have almost an entire week to shop. Still, sizes and styles tend to sell out fast, so if you see your size, snag it!
Whether you’re searching for new loungewear, a Pilates getup or dress pants to rock at work, there’s a deal (or three) with your name on it. Now’s the time to score your new live-in pieces for 2026 and beyond!
1. Rich Mom Alert: This fitted zip-up is designed for gals on the go, whether you’re heading to Pilates, yoga or coffee with the girls — was $128, now $84!
2. The Cutest Capris: Nail the capri trend with these high-rise cropped leggings that seriously feel like butter — was $88, now $59!
3. Rest Day: With a style that’s equally cozy, laid-back and preppy, this half-zip scuba sweater is a winter wardrobe staple — was $128, now $84!
4. Yogi Goals: New Year’s resolutions? This sports bra will support you through all the downward dogs that your yoga goals bring — was $48, now $29!
5. Sporty Chic: Look no further for the easiest everyday long-sleeve that styles perfectly with leggings, sneakers and a baseball cap — was $78, now $54!
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6. City Girl: Crescent bags always look expensive. This city-inspired pick could totally be designer, and it’s 50% off — was $68, now $34!
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8. Center of Attention: This vibrant pink tank top is not only stylish, but stretchy and sweat-wicking enough for all types of training — was $58, now $39!
9. Classy Act: This ribbed running top is shockingly sophisticated, so we won’t be surprised if you wear it from the trail to the office (or the other way around) — was $108, now $69!
10. A Must-Have: If you don’t have yoga-ready Align Leggings (or even if you do), let this be your sign to grab a pair at a major discount — was $128, now $69!
11. Fuzzy Luxury: These chic, ultra-plush slide sandals balance cushioning and support for comfortable all-day wear — was $78, now $78!
12. Lazy Sunday: Whether you’re lounging on the couch or walking around the neighborhood, these cinch-waist sweats do it all — was $128, now $79!
13. Organic Cotton: Fabric snobs adore this breathable cotton and elastane T-shirt. It pairs well with jeans, leggings and trousers alike — was $48, now $34!
14. Total Steal: Grab an Everywhere Belt Bag for yourself and a few as birthday gifts this year — was $38, now $19!
15. Year-Round Shorts: Shoppers rave about these lightweight shorts that are suitable for transitional and mild seasons — was $78, now $49!
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