It all started when the 6-year-old Drew Barrymore lied her way into the role of Gertie in the classic fantasy film, “E.T.” Since that day, “E.T.” director Steven Speilberg and Barrymore practically became like father and daughter. Here the two of them, together with the filmmaker’s wife at the time, Amy Irving spend a day shopping at Tower Records in 1985.
The two have often been photographed together on many family outings. The legendary filmmaker did in fact become her Godfather in later years when she was a teenager. They two of them have since supported one another on various projects throughout the years.
Sally Field Wins an Oscar
While many serious filmmakers and critics take issue with the glamorous Hollywood event, referring to it as more of a popularity contest than anything else, it still must be an incredible feeling to snatch up the Best Actor award. Who said winning a popularity contest has to be bad anyway? The highly acclaimed actress, Sally Field proved to the world that there is no shame when she received the award in 1985 for the film "Places in the Heart."
In her speech, the actress famously cried to the audience..."The first time I didn't feel it, but this time I feel it. And I can't deny the fact that you like me. Right now, you like me! Thank you."
Simon claims to have loved Fisher long after they ended. The Princess Leia actress never re-married after that and used a lot of their relationship in her films. Fisher died from cardiac arrest on a plane on January 9, 2017. She will forever be remembered for her iconic role in "Star Wars" as well as her incredibly well-crafted books and screenplays.
The Day Sean Penn and Madonna Wed
Much to their friends' dismay, the two eccentric and wild personalities, Madonna and Sean Penn shacked up, needless to say, it didn't last that long. It was August 16, 1985, when the two walked down the aisle. The relatively modest wedding took place in Point Dume, Malibu. About a half-dozen helicopters were filled with paparazzi who captured the memorable event.
The marriage was a wild ride from the start. The stars decided to marry within 3 months of knowing each other. They ultimately lasted five years which is actually a little longer than many predicted. Penn met Robin Wright soon after but has claimed even to this day that he still has love for the pop star.
Sidney Poitier Wins an Oscar
On April 13, 1964, history was made at the 36th Academy Awards in Santa Monica, California. Sidney Poitier won the Oscar for Best Actor for his role in "Lilies of the Field." This was a monumental moment for the African American community as it was the first time an African American man won the Academy Award for a lead performance. Poitier's win ushered in a drastic change in Hollywood.
Prior to that win, the actor had been nominated for an Oscar for his role in "The Defiant Ones" in 1958. That too was a historical moment as it was the first time an African American male lead was nominated. Needless to say, his subsequent win in 1964 totally blew that out of the water. In the early days of 2022, Sidney Poitier sadly passed away leaving behind a legendary memory.