paulcolm

[paulcolm]

have to remain optimistic about it all. i don't think i've ever accepted anything so fast in my life. what's your favorite type of drink to sip on while spilling tea? i'll have to make sure i stock up on it. ungrateful ex? sounds like a nightmare. did you end up keeping in touch with them or have you entirely cut them from your life?

that is very true — a lovely outlook to have, my friend. i'm sure you can, but this might lead to us having to have a day we sit around, chat and maybe have drinks. you'll be stuck with me once you know it all — so, do you accept the terms and conditions ? i do actually, i always hear one where i am if i'm not home, also i had an ex that was quite like that as well.

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Paul Mescal | Mémoire photographique during the filming of Gladiator 2 in Morocco | November 21, 2024 | 📷 Pedro Pascal

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sounds slightly threatening. should i be watching my back? no, exactly. if they aren't blowing up my phone then they have to go. send all the morning rants but don't be surprised if it takes a couple hours to get to them. need time to fully wake and start being a functioning human being again before i can read anything. do people still dress up? have you ever dressed up for it? that's a really good question. surely showing up in a gladiator skirt is no different than the short shorts that i wear on the daily so this might just be something i can make happen. maybe i'll tag along to your next comic con event sporting it.

Bold move, Paul. But fine, I’ll let you level the playing field—for now. And you’re right—life’s too short for lukewarm texters. Full sentences or bust, my friend. As for sleep deprivation turning you into a bastard, well, I’ll keep that in mind before sending any morning rants. Comic Con is absolutely still a thing, and yes, I had a blast. It’s a whole mix of chaos and heart, and I leave every time feeling both hyped and weirdly sentimental. Plus, the cosplay? Next-level. Speaking of, when are we going to see you suited up as a Roman gladiator in one of these events? I can only imagine how much you miss your bed after all the traveling. The cast is incredible so I have no doubt in my mind that it will surpass my expectations.

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keeping my fingers crossed that we both get to experience total peace this holiday season. you had me at beaches - nothing beats laying under the warm sun and listening to the water crashing in. it's my idea of heavenly, honestly. wild in a good way, i assume? don't worry, it's def at the top of my list now.

dude, total peace, your own space, and no airport lines? sign me up! home for me is the best of both worlds. i grew up in cleveland, but peru is where my heart always feels most at ease. it’s got everything: the beaches, the mountains, and the culture that makes it so vibrant. my mom is peruvian and her family is wild, let me tell you. if you’re considering going, definitely put it at the top of your list.

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( text: ) i think so. my second love language is definitely food, so any opportunity that i have to cook and spread that joy to other people, i take it. i haven't had much time for myself to relax so i wasn't too upset about it. sometimes it's nice to spend time with yourself in your space. someone has to be good to you. it's a job i have happily accepted. i did enjoy it very much. i was a big fan of the original, so being able to see it again with such an all star cast was beautiful. i was enjoying myself from start to finish. you should be very proud of yourself and the work that was put into it. you can tell how much TLC was put into the project, and i see it being one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. maaaaaaaaybe. i could break free of my parents for a little while and we can rent a nice bungalow in byron bay and enjoy the beach.

( text ): does this mean you’re the type to do a bunch of fancy xmas baking? if so, i volunteer to be the taste tester this year. you’re right about that — r&r is super important. hope you know i plan on being good to you too. who knew swiping on connect would lead to this little thing we have going on. happy that you enjoyed it. its done quite well at the box office so you might be right about that. how about we do it after christmas? there’s always that week before new years eve that nobody knows what to do with so it sounds like the perfect time for a beach-y getaway.

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paul: even if they did, i'd make sure to put a stop to it. ngl, i'm kind of obsessed with it. it's proper hilarious. paul: the fact that i have yet to try one of your products is crazy. brb, running to sephora asap to get my hands on some fenty skincare.

riri: I sleep well at night knowing no one holds a grudge against me on your benevolent behalf. mhmm. and the whole world agrees. hence the many, many tiktok videos you've just witnessed.

riri: hair, beauty, fashion, and skincare. I'm going to make the world sexier one fenty product at a time. hehe.

riri: that's what I like to hear!

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( text: ) i can teach you my ways. turn you into an olympic napper in no time. i don’t celebrate it either, it’s more so just for the food because i have so many american friends and i’m used to eating at this point. i don’t think your mom has to be reminded, as i know you are her favorite son. also….i saw the movie yesterday and it was amazing! very proud of you and i was very 🤭 “i know him” the whole time. annnd speaking of holidays it will be summertime in australia this holiday season so if you want to escape for a little summer fun you are always welcome.

( text ): have nothing but faith in you. any excuse to eat & celebrate is a good excuse. i'm just glad you had fun and were able to enjoy yourself this year. pls, you're so good to me. did you? ah. did you enjoy it? personally so proud of all the hard work that went into it. pedro, joseph, and the entire cast were amazing. are you inviting me to spend some of the holidays with you? because i accept.

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insane, honest -- it's all the same thing. of course i watched it. i tend to try and watch every movie you're in but a movie with you and dan stevens? just couldn't turn it down. covered in blood seems to work for you so i vote you keep doing it. oof, right in the heart! don't think i could fault you for that one because paul rudd seems like a gem of a man. sadly, my work schedule has me all over the place right now but it should be settling down soon. maybe in a week or two we can do it? my treat, of course.

Mrs. Hollywood Bombshell? You're insane, but I absolutely adore you for it. No way, you watched 'Abigail'? What an honor. That was such a fun one to film and definitely the bloodiest I've been on set, or... at least for now. Seems like I tend to gravitate towards to being covered in blood, huh? I've heard nothing but good things about 'Gladiator II', I can't wait to see it and give you my glowing review. Well, I haven't met Paul Rudd yet, so... kidding, you know you'll always be my one and only Paul! That sounds perfect. Any chance you're in LA?

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paul: so, how did i do at my first karjenner dinner? has kris banned me from any future ones? paul: i had a great time, by the way. it really did blow my expectations out of the water.

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paul: all i'm hearing is that we should take an italy vacation together one of these days. while netiher of us own a home there, i'm sure we could find a nice little airbnb for a week. maybe somewhere closer to the markets. would be an honor to show you around one day - as soon as we've both got some free time, we'll make it happen. he's in a band? brilliant. what's the name of his band? i wanna check it out. keeping both fingers & toes crossed that you two can get some time together soon. it sounds adorable. feel free to send me a photo of you rocking the onesie because i need to see it. paul: i don't think you have anything to worry about. i'm here to stay and be your biggest supporter. fair, but i like to think i've learned to dodge better. at least not enough to be dealing with a broken jaw again. see? telling a little white lie every now and then sometimes works out. bless. please do - i would love to check it all out. do you still paint or has that also taken the backseat? paul: big fan of impromptu trips. they're just chaotic enough to be fun. while mrs. mescal does have a nice ring to it, i'm looking forward to this weekend in NYC and our date next sunday. i've already gone ahead and made reservations at the fanciest restaurant i could find so wear something nice xo

alycia: kinda crazy how we have so much in common, because italy is also my favorite vacation destination. i always said that if i was able to i would buy a home there so i could visit anytime that i wanted. maybe you can show me around the motherland personally one of these days. it's always more authentic when you are the one to do it. i know he doesn't. he has always been more than supportive of me. i just know it's been difficult spending time with each other when we're both off doing our own thing. he's been such a busy little bee himself with his band actually gaining some popularity, but maybe sometime after the holidays we can find some time to run off to byron bay for a week long stay-cation. of course i get a new onesie every year. this year i have this rudolf one, and when you pull the hood on it's actually rudolf's head with a big red nose. it is sooooo adorable. alycia: if this is your way of buttering me up then consider it a success. i just hope you still feel the same way a few months from now. that sounds badass, but also terrifying to watch. i'd be such a mess watching you play. not sure i'd be a happy camper if you got hurt. i'm just being honest. at least they took it easy on you and you were able to carry on. it clearly worked out in your favor, and you are doing pretty damn good for yourself now. i can send you her instagram page. not to sound biased but she's pretty talented. she taught me how to draw and how to paint, so it's sort of become a family affair. i want to find the time again. music was always such an outlet for me, and i want to find that part of myself again. alycia: [ typing.... ] alycia: also....thanks for the impromptu trip to las vegas. i can't remember the last time i had that much fun in a 48 hour period. it was nice to just let my hair down and go a little crazy for a little while. plus your company made it ten times better, even if we both had a little too much to drink and almost turned into a carrie underwood song. 😂 not that being mrs. mescal would have been a terrible thing. you just deserve more than a weird aussie drunken bride.

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paul: can't help but find this all so interesting. some people (you) really do have all the talent.

Mike: I haven't flown in a while. Maybe 2018? 2019? I can't remember.

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( text: ) right? if napping was an olympic sport i’d take home the gold. it was just me all day, unfortunately. my loved ones are thousands of miles away. but i get to see them for christmas so i’m pretty happy about that. did you spend the day with loved ones? or at the very least get some rest? oh yeah? guess we’re both on the same page then cus i’m pretty fond of you too.

( text ): going for gold, babyyyyy. when are you heading out for christmas? i'll probably head back home for the holidays too, remind my mum why i'm her favorite child. i'm irish so i don't actually celebrate thanksgiving. besides, i was working so spent the day doing interviews and such. the gladiator press is dying down now that it's out so there will be some free time on the horizon. this is good news. great news, even.

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PAUL MESCAL & PEDRO PASCAL Photographed by Charlotte Ellis for EW

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( text: ) i made some pretty amazing sweet potato casserole and napped on and off all day. i couldn’t have asked for a more chill holiday. you have no idea how excited i am. combine my two favorite things; you and new york. 🤭

( text ): any day that involves a nap is a good day. hope you got to spend it surrounded by your loved ones. you know it’s quite the mutual feeling — i’m rather fond of ya, can’t lie.

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( text: ) happy thanksgiving! i can’t wait to do new york with you this week. 🤍🤎

( text ): happy thanksgiving, angel. 🦃 hope you ate all the good food & got all the rest today. we got a busy week ahead of us.

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Paul Mescal as Lucius Verus | Gladiator II (2024) dir. Ridley Scott

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mate, how come i haven't heard from you in a while? are you off being a big movie star? don't tell me you've forgotten about the little people because my heart won't be able to take it. i'm a fragile man, you know that.

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