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The Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Eighties movie star, 77, looks unrecognisable as she's spotted nearly 40 yrs after hit film with Michael Douglas
CLASSY LADY She was named Miss Golden Globe in 1971, an honour traditionally given to the children of Hollywood elites AN EIGHTIES movie star, 77, looks unrecognisable as she's spotted nearly 40 yrs after starring in a hit film with Michael Douglas. Movie fans were left feeling surprised when the Hollywood leading lady made a rare appearance in Los Angeles. 7 7 The glamorous star, earned an Oscar nomination for playing a betrayed wife alongside Michael Douglas in an erotic 1987 thriller. And she looked as effortlessly stylish as ever while walking her dog in her upscale neighbourhood. Dressed in a padded navy jacket, gray hoodie, and matching trousers - there was no mistaking her auburn hair. She starred alongside Harrison Ford in a number of films and later made headlines for her connection to Scientology. Have you guessed who she is yet? The star is none other than Anne Archer who starred in Fatal Attraction - alongside Glenn Close. Anne was born in Los Angeles, the daughter of actors John Archer and Marjorie Lord. She graduated from Pitzer College in Claremont, California, in 1968. Anne was originally a Christian Scientist, but she and her husband have been members of the Church of Scientology since 1975. Between 1982 and 1986, she was a spokeswoman for Applied Scholastics, the literacy training organization sponsored by the Church of Scientology. Her son Tommy was the head of the Church of Scientology's Celebrity Centre International in Los Angeles. Anne was named Miss Golden Globe in 1971, an honour traditionally given to the children of Hollywood elites. And in the year following, she appeared in her feature-film debut The Honkers. She went on to have supporting roles in Cancel My Reservation, The All-American Boy, and Trackdown, and appeared in Good Guys Wear Black, and soap drama Falcon Crest. But for her role as Beth in the thriller film Fatal Attraction in 1987, Anne was nominated for the Academy Award, BAFTA Award, and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her role in Robert Altman's Short Cuts won her a Golden Globe Award and a Volpi Cup. She also appeared in Raise the Titanic, Paradise Alley, Patriot Games and Clear and Present Danger. Since the 2000s, Archer has made appearances in a few major films. She appeared in the film Lullaby and made her stage debut as Mrs. Robinson in the West End production of The Graduate in 2001. She played the eponymous actress in The Trial of Jane Fonda at the 2014 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and had recurring roles on television shows such as Boston Public, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and Ghost Whisperer. Most recently, Archer returned to screens as an FBI Director in the 2024 series Paper Money. 7 7 7 7
Daily Mail
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Iconic 80s actress from erotic thriller who embraced Scientology is unrecognizable... who is she?
Fans of classic '80s cinema were in for a surprise when one of its most iconic leading ladies stepped out for a rare appearance in Los Angeles on Thursday. The glamorous actress, now 77, who earned an Oscar nod for playing a betrayed wife in an erotic 1987 thriller, looked as effortlessly stunning as ever while walking her dog in her upscale neighborhood. Dressed in a simple yet stylish navy jacket, gray hoodie, and matching pants, she looked a far cry from her gritty early role in Sylvester Stallone's Paradise Alley. But that unmistakable auburn hair? Still flawless — and instantly recognizable to longtime fans. She went on to share the screen with Harrison Ford in Patriot Games and later made headlines for her connection to Scientology, with her son reportedly heading up the church's Celebrity Centre. Can you guess the legendary star? Fans of classic '80s cinema were in for a surprise when one of its most iconic leading ladies stepped out for a rare appearance in Los Angeles on Thursday The glamorous actress, now 77, who earned an Oscar nod for playing Michael Douglas ' betrayed wife in the 1987 thriller Fatal Attraction, looked as effortlessly stunning as ever while walking her dog in her upscale neighborhood If you said Anne Archer, you're right! The star played the betrayed wife of cheating Michael Douglas in 1987's Fatal Attraction - alongside Glenn Close. Born into Hollywood royalty, Anne is a true original nepo baby. Her mother Marjorie Lord was a sitcom star on The Danny Thomas Show, while her father John Archer found steady work on stage, television, and film. Anne was even named Miss Golden Globe in 1971 — an honor traditionally bestowed upon the children of Hollywood elites. After graduating from Pitzer College in California, she started booking bit parts on television before landing a regular role on the short-lived ABC sitcom Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice in 1973. Through the early 1980s, Archer continued working steadily in made-for-TV movies and eventually landed a lead on NBC's short-lived drama The Family Tree. She joined Falcon Crest in 1985 as the scheming Cassandra Wilder, but it was 1987's Fatal Attraction that made her a household name. Starring opposite Michael Douglas and Glenn Close, Archer's performance as the wronged wife earned her Oscar, Golden Globe, and BAFTA nominations. If you said Anne Archer, you're right! (seen in 2023) Glenn Close, Michael Douglas, Anne lit up the screen in Fatal Attraction, directed by Adrian Lyne Archer's performance as the wronged wife earned her Oscar, Golden Globe, and BAFTA nominations She went on to share the screen with Harrison Ford in Patriot Games Anne was even named Miss Golden Globe in 1971 — an honor traditionally bestowed upon the children of Hollywood elites Though her 1993 turn in the erotic thriller Body of Evidence was panned — even scoring her a Razzie nod — she rebounded that same year in Robert Altman's critically acclaimed Short Cuts (pictured) The '90s saw her in a string of major films, including Love at Large, Narrow Margin, and Eminent Domain. She played Cathy Ryan alongside Harrison Ford in both Patriot Games (1992) and Clear and Present Danger (1994). Though her 1993 turn in the erotic thriller Body of Evidence was panned — even scoring her a Razzie nod — she rebounded that same year in Robert Altman's critically acclaimed Short Cuts. Archer's spiritual life has also drawn attention. She embraced Scientology, which she credits with bringing clarity and balance to her life and marriage to producer/director Terry Jastrow. She embraced Scientology, which she credits with bringing clarity and balance to her life and marriage to producer/director Terry Jastrow, (Anne and Terry in 2023) Her eldest son, Tommy Davis — from her previous marriage to William Davis — reportedly became the head of Scientology's Celebrity Centre in L.A., though her younger son, Jeffrey (with Jastrow), chose not to follow the faith; (Tommy and Anne in 2017) 'Scientology has been very meaningful in my life,' Archer told The Guardian in 2014., adding, ''It's taught me a lot of good information. A lot of sanity… My older son has embraced it, but my younger son hasn't — which is absolutely fine. There is no conflict. It's only true if it's true for you.' Most recently, Archer returned to screens as an FBI Director in the 2024 series Paper Money. Her eldest son, Tommy Davis — from her previous marriage to William Davis — reportedly became the head of Scientology's Celebrity Centre in L.A., though her younger son, Jeffrey (with Jastrow), chose not to follow the faith. 'Scientology has been very meaningful in my life,' Archer told The Guardian in 2014. 'It's taught me a lot of good information. A lot of sanity… My older son has embraced it, but my younger son hasn't — which is absolutely fine. There is no conflict. It's only true if it's true for you.' Most recently, Archer returned to screens as an FBI Director in the 2024 series Paper Money.
Metro
09-05-2025
- Business
- Metro
Final look of London's iconic BT Tower before sale to hotel for £275,000,000
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The BT Tower, once the heart of the country's most modern of technology, is being internally dismantled and sold to a hotel chain. Work has just started to move out the now aging wires, telephone exchanges and switchboards in place for beds and ensuites by 2030. Although a 620 ft piece of British history, the site, has been somewhat limited to the public since a bomb went off in one of the viewing galleries in 1971. No one was injured, but it meant the days of fine dining and spontaneous trips up to the 34th floor came to an end. Now the sale to hotel chain MCR may mean the public will have greater access to one of London's most iconic buildings. Anne Archer, archivist at BT, told Metro: 'No matter what, the history of this building will always be preserved – there is no other building like this. 'But the new owners may be able to make the most of it more now. If a restaurant opens up inside the new hotel, more people will be able to come again.' So Metro took one last look at the tower before evidence of its hay day is moved out. BT confirmed they simply didn't have use for the building anymore, as modern communications has come in, and full-fibre broadband is tucked away in the little green boxes dotted around street corners. The 14th floor of the building is essentially a time capsule, which technology from the 1960s and 1970s in a layer of dust. Even a forgotten salt shaker and handbook sit at a desk after its previous owner put them down – but never came back up to the floor again. BT said it hasn't quite been decided what happens with all the old equipment. But it is possible the metal will be recycled, MCR will choose to keep it or it will be preserved in the archives. The 34th floor of the BT Tower is one of the few areas of the building which looks like it has been touched the 21st century. It offers a view of London which 'cannot be beaten anywhere else' – and it even revolves. Anne said: 'Because of its function, the building had to be erected at a considerable height and have nothing obstructing it so as not to interrupt communication waves. 'So it offers this stunning panoramic view.' The space is mainly used for private booked events, meaning tourists are unable to simply book a ticket and take the lift up to have a look. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The BT sits in the middle of Fitzrovia in central London. The main structure is 581 ft high, with a further section of aerial rigging bringing the total height to 620 ft. After it was built in 1964, it became the tallest structure in London until 1980, when it was surpassed by the NatWest Tower. BT Group has agreed to the sale of the tower for £275 million to MCR Hotels. The chain is planning on preserving the iconic building, which is firmly apart of London's skyline. BT said they did not want to 'hang on to something they no longer need', with many once-important features such as microwave aerials being removed more than a decade ago. Brent Mathews, Property Director, BT Group said: 'The BT Tower sits at the heart of London and we've been immensely proud to be the owners of this important landmark since 1984. More Trending 'It's played a vital role in carrying the nation's calls, messages and TV signals, but increasingly we're delivering content and communication via other means.' MCR said they want to preserve the building as much they can, with the hope more people will now be able to access it. Tyler Morse, CEO and owner of MCR Hotels, said: 'We are proud to preserve this beloved building and will work to develop proposals to tell its story as an iconic hotel, opening its doors for generations to enjoy.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: I won the £4,500,000 Omaze London house — goodbye, studio flat MORE: British Airways pilot caused plane to catch fire after mixing up left and right MORE: 12 best things to do in London including 'stunning' London rooftop bars and terraces worth booking
