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J.K.Simons jokes about 'miserable' Westies role

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June 25, 2026

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J.K. Simmons joked he was attracted to his role in The Westies because he and his character are both miserable.

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· Jul 2, 2026

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· Jun 28, 2026

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The Beat

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· Jul 8, 2026

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Proto Thema - English

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· Jun 26, 2026

Man in Rhodes set himself on fire and falsely reported a murder attempt in order to implicate his ex-partner

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Variety

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· Jun 28, 2026

James Norton to Play Hamlet in London West End Production Directed by Thomas Ostermeier

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People.com

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· Jun 22, 2026

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Related coverage for "J.K.Simons jokes about 'miserable' Westies role": Metro — James Van Der Beek’s final acting role leaves heartbroken viewers ‘sobbing’. Irish News — Happy Valley star James Norton to play Hamlet in new West End production. The Beat — Yahya Abdul-Mateen II lands Emmy nom for WONDER MAN. Proto Thema - English — Man in Rhodes set himself on fire and falsely reported a murder attempt in order to implicate his ex-partner. Variety — James Norton to Play Hamlet in London West End Production Directed by Thomas Ostermeier. People.com — All About Clive Davis’ 4 Kids, Fred, Lauren, Mitchell and Doug