Latest Gwendoline Christie News
Naomie Harris Heads Cast Of Robin And The Hood
Naomie Harris is starring in 'Robin and the Hood'.The 47-year-old actress is to feature in the ensemble cast of the family adventure flick with Gwendoline Christie, Mark Williams and rising star Darcey Ewart.The film has...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 November 2023
How Star Wars Boss Kathleen Kennedy Found New Use For Rejected Kylo Ren Costume
'Star Wars' boss Kathleen Kennedy saved an old Kylo Ren costume for Captain Phasma.The producer immediately loved the chrome outfit - which was first meant for Adam Driver's alter ego before director JJ Abrams decided...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 August 2023
Gwendoline Christie Felt 'Beautiful For The First Time On Screen' In Wednesday
Gwendoline Christie says playing Principal Larissa Weems in 'Wednesday' was the "first time she's ever felt beautiful" on screen.The 44-year-old actress portrays the Nevermore Academy head in the Netflix series based on the titular Addams...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 29 November 2022
Working With Tim Burton Was A Life-long Dream, Says Gwendoline Christie
Gwendoline Christie fulfilled a life-long dream by working with Tim Burton.The 44-year-old actress teamed up with the acclaimed director to shoot 'Wednesday', Netflix's new comedy-horror series, and Gwendoline has revealed that she relished the experience.Gwendoline...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 26 November 2022
Gwendoline Christie Wants Star Wars Return
Gwendoline Christie would "absolutely love" to return to the 'Star Wars' franchise.The 43-year-old actress' character Captain Phasma was killed off in 'Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi' but the First Order stormtrooper went...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 August 2022
Gwendoline Christie Hopes To Explore Captain Phasma More In 'Star Wars: Episode Ix'
Gwendoline Christie is certainly somebody who's shot right into the spotlight in recent years, mostly in part due to her role in hit HBO fantasy series 'Game Of Thrones'. Opening the door for a number...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 January 2018
Gwendoline Christie Remembers "Precise" Moment She Was Cast In 'Star Wars'
For many, Gwendoline Christie is most recognisable as the brilliant Brienne of Tarth in HBO series 'Game of Thrones', having played the character for a number of seasons and to-date, managing to keep her head!...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 November 2017
Gwendoline Christie Discusses 'Star Wars' And 'Game Of Thrones' Similarities
Every year at San Diego Comic Con, fans from all different sorts of fandoms and fan bases come together to celebrate the best in television, film, gaming and more. One of the biggest panels of...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 July 2017
Gwendoline Christie Says 'Game Of Thrones' Changed Television For Women
There are just a matter of hours to go until the hugely-anticipated seventh season of HBO fantasy series 'Game of Thrones' gets officially underway. With just seven episodes this season, as opposed to the 10...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 July 2017
Gwendoline Christie Confirms She Will Be In The Next 'Star Wars' Film
Gwendoline Christie has confirmed she will be back for Star Wars: Episode VIII, as the commander of the First Order's stormtroopers, Captain Phasma. Phasma is only the second ever female villain to feature in the...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 February 2016
From Mad Max To Suffragette: 12 Films That Awakened Our Inner Feminist In 2015
We like to think 2015 has seen Hollywood re-define womanhood with various movies depicting unusually interesting roles for women. Some, of course, are true stories or documentaries, but others truly mark a true progression in...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 December 2015
From Captain To Catwoman! Check Out Gwendoline Christie's Love Calendar Look
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' star Gwendoline Christie has always been an icon of red carpet glamour, known to be able to pull off absolutely anything. And now she's proved she can channel catwoman with...
By Holly Williams in Fashion / Beauty on 18 December 2015
'Star Wars' Character Marks A 'Progressive' Change For Gwendoline Christie
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' has been an exciting prospect for many reasons; it's not just that it's an adored franchise all over the world, or even that it sees the original actors reprising their...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 December 2015
Max Von Sydow To Play Three-eyed Raven In Game Of Thrones
The actor will play Bran Stark's mysterious tutor Three-Eyed Raven in upcoming episodes of the show.The character was introduced in the season four finale, when he was portrayed by Struan Rodger.The Three-Eyed Raven has the...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 August 2015
Benicio Del Toro Reportedly Offered Villain Role In ‘Star Wars: Episode Viii’
Benicio Del Toro has reportedly been offered the villain role in Star Wars: Episode VIII. A number of sources close to the casting process confirmed Del Toro’s possible involvement in the sequel to Star Wars:...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 21 July 2015
Gwendoline Christie To Front New Vivienne Westwood Campaign
The actress, who plays Brienne of Tarth on the cult fantasy series, announced the news in a statement on Monday (20Jul15), revealing she's a longtime fan of the colourful fashion queen. She...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 July 2015
Gwendoline Christie Is Face Of Vivienne Westwood Unisex Campaign
Gwendoline Christie is ''so proud'' to be the face of Vivienne Westwood's autumn/winter 2015 campaign.The 37-year-old actress - who is best known for playing Brienne of Tarth on 'Game Of Thrones' - has been chosen...
By Bang Showbiz in Fashion / Beauty on 20 July 2015
Amy Schumer’S ‘Star Wars’ Themed Gq Shoot Was Not Approved By Lucasfilm
Amy Schumer’s Star Wars themed GQ shoot was not approved by Lucasfilm. Schumer featured on the cover of GQ’s August edition in a shoot she designed herself. She was pictured in suggestive poses with robots...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 18 July 2015
Domhnall Gleeson's Star Wars Character Revealed
Domhnall Gleeson will play General Hux in 'Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens'. The 32-year-old Irish actor is among the star-studded cast for the much-anticipated sci-fi movie and while he's tried to remain coy about...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 July 2015
Director Josh Trank Leaves 'Star Wars' Spin-off, Citing Personal Reasons
Director Josh Trank has announced his departure from a standalone Star Wars project. The Chronicle director was supposed to direct a spin-off film, similar to Star Wars: Rogue One which is currently being developed by...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 May 2015
Valar Morghulis - But Who Do We Think Will Die In This Season Of 'Game Of Thrones'? [Speculative Spoilers]
Prince Doran - We've only seen Prince Doran Martell (Alexander Siddig) in one episode so far, he's already made a strong impression on everyone. The elder brother of fan favourite Oberyn, who came to a...
By Stephen Caswell in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 April 2015
The Real 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Trailer Is Now Here [Trailer + Pictures]
It's finally here! The teaser trailer you've all been waiting for: 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens', and while it's not really giving anything away, it looks pretty intense. Vehicles have updated, the stormtroopers are looking...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 November 2014
Game Of Thrones Actors Reuniting For Star Wars Sequel
Actor Miltos Yerolemou is set to reunite with his Game Of Thrones co-star Gwendoline Christie on the set of the new Star Wars film.The Greek actor, who played swordsman Syrio Forel in the fantasy Tv...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 September 2014
'Games Of Thrones' Adds Nine New Faces For Season 5
The Game of Thrones team has announced nine new actors that will join the cast in season 5. Now, you're probably not going to recognise many of the names - but anyway. The news came...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 July 2014
Millennium Falcon Photos From 'Star Wars 7' Set Leak: Could It Be?
We have been given our first look at the brand new Millennium Falcon that is being built for the upcoming Star Wars: Episode VII, thanks to an alleged photo leak TMZ has published. The new...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 June 2014
Which Characters Will Lupita Nyong'o And Gwendoline Christie Play In 'Star Wars Episode Vii'?
After months of speculation it’s finally been confirmed that Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong’o will be joining the cast of Star Wars Episode VII. The actress, who won the award for her role in 12 Years a...
By Sophie Miskiw in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 June 2014
Star Wars Episode Vii Adds Feminine Touch To Predominantly Male Cast With Nyong'o, Christie
The Star Wars Episode VII cast is growing still with Lupita Nyong’o and Gwendoline Christie added. No details have been given on their characters yet, but the move does remedy some of the criticisms that...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 June 2014
Where Are The Women In "Star Wars: Episode Vii"? Here They Are - The Most Wanted In The Business
Good news for Star Wars fans, Lupita fans and just people who enjoy good things in general – Lupita Nyong’o has joined the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. Kudos to whoever is making the...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 June 2014
At Last! Lupita Nyong'o Confirmed For Star Wars Vii Cast With Gwendoline Christie
Lupita Nyong'o and Gwendoline Christie have finally been added to the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. It has been rumoured for some time that 12 Years a Slave star Lupita had been picked for...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 June 2014
Gwendoline Christie's 'Genderless' Size Worries
Gwendoline Christie felt ''genderless'' because of her size.The head-turning 'Game of Thrones' star is a towering 6ft 3in tall and admits she often felt she couldn't relate to women on the big screen because of...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 March 2013
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