paulcolm

[paulcolm]

[paulcolm]

just until i could find the right thing to say. you know i would never entirely want you out of my life. no, i was feeling it. i was feeling it a whole lot and it … worried me, i think. any explanation i give you is going to be shit. never been too good with words, you know that.

I haven't been trying to avoid you at all, but I'm glad to know that you have been. I guess an apology is a good place to start, but also maybe an explanation. Like, what the fuck happened? If you weren't feeling it, you could have just said.

[paulcolm]

being able to get cozy under a blanket is nice, i'll give you that. however, the general feeling of being cold? not a fan. not to mention the dreadful return of the winter illnesses. it really isn't an appealing season when you sit and think about it. do you get a lot of snow where you live?

really, why is that? i love the winter time. you get to cozy up and snuggle with your love one or pets. now that is one thing that i hate and really don’t want to deal with is ask the layers of clothing. i love all the seasons honestly, summer and winter the most.

[paulcolm]

of course. glad you've got some good people in your corner. makes life a little bit easier. what have you been working on? anything you can talk about yet? i've been doing the same. currently on a press tour for gladiator 2 and it's taking up all my time. couple more days before the movie drops and then hopefully i'll get some free time to sit back and relax for a minute.

you’re absolutely right—life’s too short to stick around where the energy isn’t right. and thank you for that! i do have a lot of positive people in my corner, which makes all the difference. life’s good, honestly. busy, but in the best way possible. i’ve been working on some projects i’m really excited about, and i’m surrounded by people who make it all worthwhile. how about you? what’s been keeping you busy or lighting you up these days?

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the future is full of possibilities. i appreciate you easing me into it but promise i can handle it all. that's a good one - some people are just too ungrateful and it's hard to watch. do you run into these people often?

i believe i have the best people in my inner circle now, and who knows — more can still come in as well, right ? shee-it, alright, i'll still try to ease you in. so, first — i get bothered by people who complain too much over appreciate things. there's always someone with less or not doing so well, so appreciate what you have.

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only one of the biggest legends -- denzel washington. it was a little intimidating being on set with such big names but it went well. formed a little gladiator family and now they're stuck with me forever. i hope the second one lives up to your expectations. it ties in nicely with the first one and has that touch of nostalgia. still got a few more stops on the press tour and then i'm hoping for some time off. jumping right into some off broadway work in the new year so a break is very needed. so the devil wears prada sequel isn't just rumors? brilliant. selfishly hoping the OG cast all return since they're what made the first movie so great. how old are your kids? i don't mind the season. quite the fan of getting to curl up under a blanket when it gets cold.

oh come on! talking about legends, you´re already on the perfect way to become one and you worked with some legends in gladiator, didn´t you? how was the experience? i'm really waiting to watch it, i loved the first movie and i'm curious about this new one. i promise, i will come to you with a whole review about the film, i´m sure it´s going to be so enjoyable. are you working on something new soon or are you having some weeks off after promoting this film? holidays are around the corner so hopefully you can start enjoying of it soon. in my case, i wrapped a film a few days ago and i´m preparing for the sequels of the devil wears prada, princess diaries, which is a dream come true and i have some other projects coming but i´m not starting until next year. in my case, i´m getting ready for holidays. i love this season, especially since i´m a mom. what about you? do you enjoy this season?

[paulcolm]

maybe you should. it seems people can make a career out of anything these days so i have a feeling that you'll find success. do you visit vegas often? i've only really been for work but it sounds like i need to take an actual vacation there and experience all it has to offer. i think you're right about both of those things and i agree 100%. also, i happen to be in LA for the night if you're around and want to make that movie night happen. no worries if you can't.

maybe i should quit my job and become a full time personality reader. would that be considered an actual profession? i have no doubts about that. vegas is truly the city that never sleeps, and watching the sun rise on the las vegas strip sounds heavenly. it's definitely a little mix of both. we definitely vibe on the same level, but it's also basic human decency.

[paulcolm]

PAUL MESCAL Ph. by Greg Williams for Hollywood Authentic (Nov 15, 2024)

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that's always a good idea, no matter the situation. of course i want more. i'm all ears, mate. got nothing but time to listen to your list.

i definitely can agree with that one. it does, and sadly — not much we can do, but look after ourselves and maybe stay surrounded by good people as well. oh, so much. i could list it off forever, honestly. you really want more ?

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that's quite the love story. glad it all worked out for you two in the end. how long have you been married now? afraid i don't keep up with the tabloids so you'll have to catch me up to speed here.

they really can be. i think the one with taylor, i probably did come out pretty sure i had feelings and with annie — i'd say i just became obsessed with her. easily one of my best friends. we could, definitely — just we won't tell them the story of how we officially started dating. includes a bit of a hook up turned to more, a break up and than me boldly going to see taylor for his thanksgiving to confess my love by — well, making love. yes, we will be at some point here.

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those are some good words to live by. vibe is off? goodbye forever. won't catch me sticking around to watch things go south. hoping you have a lot of people in your life that are more positive. speaking of life - how's it going for you?

exactly! if someone can’t even match your energy on the first date, there’s no reason to put in any more time. i think that’s something we all have to get better at—just moving on when it’s clear the vibe isn’t there, instead of hoping it might change. and thank you for saying that! same goes for you, by the way. everyone deserves people around them who actually see them, who get what makes them tick, and who can keep up with that energy.

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it is? brilliant news. whenever you're ready to share, i'll be here to listen. that's exactly my line of thinking too - people are far too bold sometimes.

well luckily for you it is approaching closely and are you ready for everything? right because it's like they can do anything to your food before it gets to you when you disrespect them.

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you live and you learn. life is all about having those bad experiences and then some good ones to go along with 'em. did it? that's brilliant news. think you'll be seeing them again?

I had two not get too far at all, two that stuck for a bit, but lead to break ups and the last has been going pretty well. It's been my first date in a while and this person is pretty amazing. I think eating at home is pretty great, honestly.

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paul: did it help you bond with them? that's a pretty cool way to go about things. i'd be impressed if my sibling went that far for me.

Mike: Not really, but when I met my birth parents, my older half brother had his pilot's license, so I figured I'd get mine to have something to bond over. They're pretty much all pilots, so I figured why not join in? It was cool to learn.

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paul: happy films might not be on the horizon for a bit but i did just book SNL so those mindless skits will have to do for now. you're welcome. send the bill on over and i'll talk josh into splitting it with me. he's partly to blame too since he plays my partner in the film. next time i sit down to sign a deal, i'm calling you to join me. paul: they don't count. not today. i mean, why not? might as well expand my resume while i have the chance. you're lovely for saying that. i'll be sure to pass the compliment onto her next time i see her. paul: it really does. think harry made the right call with that one, especially with everything that wash happening at the time. crazy, crazy stuff.

pez: at this point, you have to make a happy film. something where your character doesn't suffer devastating heart-break at every turn. i'm not emotionally stable enough to rewatch normal people ever again. when i go see that movie, bringing tissues and a giant box of chocolates with me, and if i ruin my shirt with mascara from all the crying i'll do, gonna send you my dry cleaning bill. be firm when you negotiate, mescal. free meals or you're not doing it. bless, just the outcome i was hoping for. pez: very good thing. besides, you obviously have millions of adoring fangirls who would agree with me. you'd model too? hm, let me just take this idea to our design team and we'll come back with some ideas of how those short shorts would look. you're both lovely, so that seems to be a thing that runs in the mescal family. pez: being royalty seems awful, honestly. no privacy, have to conform to rules that make no sense and people treat you like a zoo animal with no feelings. no wonder harry left to make a life for himself in america with his wife.

[paulcolm]

dedicated film critique is much better. with everything happening on the internet, i'm conditioned to think the worst of it whenever it's brought up. might be a little biased but it's a great film and i have a feeling you'll like it -- fighting, men in short skirts, joseph being a menace. it has all the makings of a classic, if you ask me. checked out the trailer and i'm obsessed. rami and you were already a good selling point, but rami going on a revenge spree? i'm seated. when does it drop?

See, you’re a wise man steering clear of the internet rabbit hole. Social media is a circus—I’m just here for the popcorn. And don’t worry, the Gladiator thirsting was more “dedicated film critique” than “stalkerish obsession” (…mostly, kinda). Sounds like you’ve got a hit on your hands, though, which is zero surprise. Joseph and Pedro? Instant classic right there. I’m practically counting the days till I get to see you flexing your smoldering prowess on screen. As for me, I just wrapped two projects (a bit battered but alive!), and the only recent-ish thing I have coming up is The Amateur. Here’s the twist, I die in it (Not a spoiler, I swear, it’s in the trailer). The whole movie’s basically Rami Malek on a revenge spree in my honor. So, you’ll have to let me know if my dramatic demise lives up to the hype.

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quite the talent. i'm impressed. i'm beyond sure about it, promise. a 4am trip to vegas sounds like fun to me. bet the city would still be alive at that hour so we'd have plenty to do. tell me about it -- feels like a lot of talking and not enough progress most of the time. sounds like we're on the same page with everything. not sure if that's because the vibes between us are good or because it's just basic manners. i like to believe it's both.

i told ya. i'm really good at reading people. are you sure you want to sign up for something like that? i could call you at four in the morning for an impromptu trip to las vegas for a little sin city fun. afraid they have. i can't even recall the last time i had an actual relationship with someone. everything feels so transactional these days, like there is no real connection anymore. poor manners are a big no no for me as well, especially when it's to retail staff. i will not tolerate a date of mine being rude to retail staff— especially servers. bad hygiene is the worst. the ones who don't believe in deodorant? just no.