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Jack Black on ‘saying no’ to ‘The Incredibles’ role: ‘Why?’
Jack Black has admitted that walking away from Pixar’s The Incredibles remains the biggest “what if” of his acting career, revealing that he turned down the chance to voice the film’s villain and instantly regretted it once the movie hit screens.
Speaking during an interview with Capital FM, the comedian and actor reflected on why he said no, and why he still questions that decision today.
Black shared that he was originally offered the role of Syndrome, the ambitious antagonist who went on to become one of Pixar’s most memorable villains.
At the time, however, he was unsure about the project and unfamiliar with director Brad Bird.
“I was offered, and I do regret it, saying no… I was offered Syndrome in that fantastic movie The Incredibles, one of my favorites of all time, by the way,” Black said.
He explained that his hesitation came down to creative doubts and a lack of faith in the director’s track record.
“And I said no because I was like, ‘Uhhh, Brad Bird? Never heard of him!’” Black recalled, adding that he felt the character needed more depth.
He admitted asking for changes, saying, “‘This character that you’re offering me is like a villain, but he’s kinda one-dimensional. I’m interested but I’d like to see a rewrite. Will you add some dimensions to this character?’ And he was like, ‘Yeah, you’re done.’”
When the film was finally released, Black said the reality hit hard.
“I learned a valuable lesson because when that movie came out, it was one of the best movies ever made,” he said.
“I was like, ‘Why was I being so difficult?’”
The role eventually went to Jason Lee, and The Incredibles went on to win the Oscar for Best Animated Feature and become one of Pixar’s most celebrated films.
Its sequel, Incredibles 2, arrived in 2018 and earned $1.2 billion worldwide, with a third film now in development.
Despite the regret, Black has since built a hugely successful voice acting career of his own, finding global audiences as Po in Kung Fu Panda and Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
He will return as Bowser once again in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, set to arrive in cinemas on April 3.
Meghan Trainor’s husband, Daryl Sabara, seems to have a surprising response to the Ashley Tisdale mom group fiasco, as he shared a neutral opinion.
The 33-year-old actor cleared the air by saying, “No drama over here, just trying to keep the kids happy,” soon after Trainor herself appeared to mock Tisdale in a TikTok video.
The Spy Kids star even expressed concern for the High School Musical star, after her essay in The Cut went viral, which detailed her experience of alienation in a group of fellow moms.
“I don’t really know what’s going on. I hope she’s okay though,” Sabara told TMZ on Thursday, January 8.
This comes after the singer shared a video clip on TikTok with the text, “Me finding out about the apparent mom group drama,” which showed her sitting at a desk while her song, Still Don’t Care played in the background.
Trainor concluded her shady response with three tea emojis in the caption.
The Made You Look hitmaker is not the only alleged mom involved in the mom group drama, but Mandy Moore and Hilary Duff are also among Tisdale’s former friends, whom she recently unfollowed.
Bruno Mars has officially kicked off his romantic era, leaving fans guessing if he is hinting at a new possible romance.
In the early hours of Friday, January 9, the 16-time Grammy Award winner sent his fans into a frenzy by dropping his first solo single, I Just Might, in over a decade.
In the lead single of his upcoming album, The Romantic, the 40-year-old seemingly serenaded about a new love.
The lyrics of the newly-released track center on him seeing a captivating woman in a club and the possibility of a new romance.
In the chorus, he sings, “Hey, Mr. DJ, play a song for this pretty little lady. ‘Cause if she dance as good as she look right now, I just might, I just might make her my baby”.
So, does Bruno have a new love in his life? There were rumors in the past year that he had split from longtime girlfriend Jessica Caban after more than a decade together, but that was never confirmed.
While neither he nor his long-time girlfriend Jessica Caban has officially confirmed their current relationship status, the lyrical content of “I Just Might” has fueled speculation among fans that he might be single and exploring a new relationship.
Bruno Mars’ The Romantic Tour dates:
The forthcoming fourth solo album is set for release on February 27, 2026, giving fans a full access into the romantic theme of his new music era.
Following the album release a world tour has already been announced, which will be performed in stadiums.
While Bruno has released hit collabs like “Die With a Smile” with Lady Gaga and “APT” with Blackpink star Rose in recent years, this marks his return to solo music.
It’s a very special day at the Royal Family household as Princess Kate marks her 44th birthday today.
The Princess of Wales is celebrating her big day on Friday, January 9, with private celebrations expected to be underway. Meanwhile, King Charles and Queen Camilla have led the family in wishing the future queen with a very special message.
“Wishing a Happy Birthday to The Princess of Wales!” read a message, accompanied by a stunning picture of Kate from her milestone visit to Colchester Hospital in Essex, England, back in July.
The message, which also included a birthday cake emoji, was shared on the Royal Family’s official Instagram page run by Buckingham Palace.
More wishes are expected to come soon, as it is tradition for the monarch to lead the tributes. Catherine’s husband, Prince William, is expected to make a very personal and heartfelt public wish to Kate as he does every year.
In fact, the Prince of Wales’ wish this year will likely carry extra emotional weight as Kate is celebrating her first cancer-free birthday since announcing her remission in February last year.
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