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Hugh Grant, known for his roles in iconic romantic comedies likeFour Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill,andLove Actually,became a beloved figure in Hollywood during the ’90s and early 2000s. While Grant has always spoken fondly of many of his movies, he has also been honest about the fact that some of his past projects haven’t aged the way he had hoped.
One of those films wasNine Months, a romantic comedy from 1995, where Grant starred opposite Julianne Moore. The movie did well at the box office, but the actor has since regretted being a part of it. His main issue with the movie stemmed from his later realization about the studio behind it.
Why did Hugh Grant regret starring inNine Months?
Hugh Grantis well-known for his roles in romantic comedies, and his on-screen presence has won him millions of fans. However, his relationship with the media, particularly with Rupert Murdoch’s media empire, has been far more complicated than his on-screen persona. One of the most surprising moments in his career came when he openly shared his regret about starring in Nine Months, a 1995 rom-com co-starring Julianne Moore.
The movie, which was produced by 20th Century Fox, became a major hit, grossing $138 million worldwide viaBox Office Mojo. But years later, Grant came to regret his involvement, especially after learning more about the corporate world behind the studio. In an interview withEntertainment Weekly, the actor expressed his feelings about working with the company. He added:
It would certainly stick in my craw to work for Fox… I did make one film for them 16 years ago, but I was naive then. I didn’t even know who owned it [the studio].
At the time, Grant wasn’t aware that 20th Century Fox was owned by Rupert Murdoch’s News Corporation. In a surprising turn of events, it came to light that journalists at the News of the World, a tabloid owned by Murdoch, had been illegally accessing Grant’s voicemails. The actor turned into an outspoken critic of unethical press practices, even secretly recording a conversation with a former News of the World journalist.
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In it, the reporter admitted that phone-hacking was common at the paper. After this, the actor filed a lawsuit against them, claiming that they had hired private investigators to tap his phone and even break into his house. But as much as he wanted to see the case go to trial, Grant knew that the costs involved were huge. He said viaBBC:
I would love to see all the allegations that they deny tested in court. But the rules around civil litigation mean that if I proceed to trial and the court awards me damages that are even a penny less than the settlement offer, I would have to pay the legal costs of both sides.
In the end, Grant made the difficult decision to settle out of court. Although the settlement was substantial, he knew that continuing the fight could cost him up to £10 million in legal fees, even if he won the case. He explained that while he didn’t want to accept the offer, it made more sense financially to avoid the potential for huge legal costs.
Why is Hugh Grant calling for a new investigation into Rupert Murdoch’s media empire?
Hugh Grant has recently spoken out viaVariety, urging for a fresh look into the phone hacking practices at Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers (NGN). The actor, who had previously settled with NGN over allegations of phone tapping, believes that while progress has been made in the wake of Prince Harry’s settlement, more needs to be done.
Grant expressed his concern that NGN had managed to avoid proper legal scrutiny in the past, preventing further investigations. He feels that the public deserves to know the full extent of the issue and that it’s crucial to hold those involved accountable, especially as many of them remain in positions of influence.
Grant’s request for a new investigation comes after recent developments in the case involvingPrince Harry,whose legal battle with NGN resulted in a settlement, along with an apology from the company. This apology, however, included the clarification that the phone hacking was carried out by private investigators, not journalists.
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While Grant continues to advocate for justice, he also emphasized that people involved in these practices should face proper consequences for their actions. His call for a renewed investigation has gained attention, with others supporting the idea, hoping it will shed light on the issue and ensure fairness for all those affected.
Sakshi Singh
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Sakshi Singh has written over 1,300 entertainment articles, mostly about Netflix shows and reality TV. She’s spent the last two years covering everything from surprise engagements to shocking eliminations and previously wrote for Essentially Sports in their Netflix Junkie division. A self-proclaimed reality TV addict, Sakshi has watched all 48 seasons of Survivor and never misses a new dating or competition series. She loves watching how strangers meet, fall in love, team up, or betray each other - it’s the mix of strategy and drama that keeps her hooked. When she’s not glued to a reality show, she’s usually watching a crime thriller or tracking the next big streaming hit.
