Pretty Woman's Legacy: Stars' Careers Soared

0:00On March 23rd, pretty woman turns 36 this year, the 1990 romantic comedy that turned Julia Roberts into a superstar. Richard Gear plays a wealthy businessman who hires Roberts as his escort for a week of high society events and sparks fly in the Cinderella twist. The movie raked in 463 million dollars worldwide and earned Roberts an Oscar nod and Golden Globe. Roberts followed up with hits like my best friend's wedding, Notting Hill, and Runaway Bride alongside Gear. She won an Oscar for Aaron Brockovich, took another nomination for August, Osage County, and recently starred in tickets to Paradise and after the hunt. Gear revived his career with thrillers like Primal Fear, dazzled in Chicago for a Golden Globe, and just wrapped a TV role on the agency. Fans still love the supporting players too. Jason Alexander, the sleazy lawyer, became iconic as George on Seinfeld with eight Emmy nods. Boris Hanjakamo, Vivian's roommate, shone and just shoot me in saving grace.

1:01Hector Elizondo, the hotel manager and fairy godfather figure, earned a Golden Globe nod and worked in every Gary Marshall film, including Monk and Risa Movies. Ralph Bellamy made it his final role after decades in classics like his Girl Friday. Amy Yazbeck runs a heart health foundation in her late husband's memory. Alex Hyde White popped up in Nope in the MCU while Day Young keeps acting and sculpting. These stars built lasting careers from one magical movie, proving feel good stories stick around. You've been listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today, AI-powered pop culture coverage.