Ted McGinley Recalls Being ‘Real Adversaries’ with His “Revenge of the Nerds” Costar Robert Carradine

In a recent interview, Ted McGinley revealed that he didn't initially have the best relationship with costar Robert Carradine on the Revenge of the Nerds set

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• While speaking to Page Six, the 67-year-old actor recalled finally bonding with the cast during a two-week-long night shoot

• That experience, he said, eventually transformed their dynamic into a close-knit group

Ted McGinley, known for his role as the jock Stan Gable inRevenge of the Nerds, recently opened up about his initial experience working alongsideRobert Carradine, who portrayed the nerdy Lewis Skolnick, in the 1984 comedy.

In an interview withPage Six, McGinley shared that he and Carradine didn’t get along at first.

“When we started, we were sort of real adversaries,” McGinley, 67, told the outlet.

At the start of filming, McGinley found himself struggling to connect with his costars, particularly Carradine and the rest of the nerds.

“When I showed up on set, they wouldn’t talk to me, they wouldn’t have anything to do with me,” McGinley recalled. “And I was like, ‘Okay, so this is where it’s going to be,’ and that’s where it was for quite a while. I truly didn’t like the nerds!”

However, the dynamic began to shift after a couple of weeks on set. As production moved into two weeks of night shoots, McGinley said the cast — including costars likeJohn GoodmanandTimothy Busfield— began to bond.

“That’s when it all changed,” McGinley explained. “We all had to be there together, and so that’s when we became sort of one big, beautiful group.”

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Those long nights together allowed the cast to form stronger connections and helped ease initial differences.

McGinley also reflected fondly on his memories of Carradine, who died by suicide at the age of 71 in February 2026 after a"valiant struggle" with bipolar disorder.

“Robert was so purely in the moment and so happy to be that guy with this pocket protector nerd pack,” McGinley said. “And I remember looking, and I thought, ‘Wow, this is going to be successful … he’s brilliant,’ and so was Anthony Edwards. They were a great team.”

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Today, McGinley has found a new role that has brought him a wave of admiration. The actor is currently portraying Derek in the critically acclaimed seriesShrinking. In aninterview with PEOPLEin December 2024, he expressed his gratitude for the warm reception of his performance.

“I get teary-eyed every single time. I'm so used to people saying not kind things in my regard,” McGinley said, acknowledging how meaningful the praise has been. At the event, he also shared how playing the easygoing husband of Christa Miller’s Liz and next-door neighbor to Jason Segel’s Jimmy has been a career highlight.

“I have had great jobs,” McGinley said, reflecting on his long career. “But this is the sweetest spot [I’ve] ever been.”

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Ted McGinley Recalls Being ‘Real Adversaries’ with His “Revenge of the Nerds” Costar Robert Carradine

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Here's who is (and isn't) impacted by US military draft changes

Many men will soon be automatically registered into the U.S.military draft pool, according to the federal agency that oversees the system.

Eligible men are already required to register with theSelective Service System, which oversees the database of people who could be called for service in the event of amilitary draft. The agency is now moving to an automatic registration process, rather than requiring men to sign up manually.

Here's what to know about the new military draft registration process and who is eligible:

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Smoke rises following an explosion,after Israel and the U.S. launched strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, February 28, 2026.

Who is automatically registered for the military draft?

Virtually all male U.S. citizens and immigrants ages 18-25 are required to register for the draft, even those who believe they would be exempt from serving,according to the SSS website. Eligible men will soon be automatically registered for the draft instead of having to sign up manually.

Men who are serving in the military on full-time active duty continuously from ages 18 through 26 do not have to register for the draft. Those who are hospitalized or incarcerated continuously on or before their 18th birthday through age 25 are also exempt. Men who are on non-immigrant visas are exempt, according to the SSS website, as long as they remain on a valid visa up until they turn 26.

The Military Selective Service Act only requires draft registration for men. Women can enlist in active duty combat in order to serve.

What is the military draft age limit?

Eligible men must register within 30 days of their 18th birthday, according to the SSS website. The agencysaidit accepts registrations after that up until a man reaches his 26thbirthday.

When does automatic military draft registration take effect?

The agency will implement the switch to automatic registration by December, according to SSSwebsite.

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What changed from previous draft rules?

The agency is moving to an automatic registration process, rather than requiring eligible men to sign up manually. According to the SSSwebsite, the change "transfers responsibility for registration from individual men to SSS through integration with federal data sources."

Does this mean there's going to be a military draft?

Thewar and current ceasefire in Iranhas sparked renewed questions about whether the U.S. willenact a military draft.

In a March 8interviewon Fox News, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said bringing back the draft is "not part of the current plan right now," but she added that PresidentDonald Trump"keeps his options on the table."

There is no draft at present and there has not been an active military draft since 1973,according to the SSS.Returning to an active draft would require Congress to amend theMilitary Selective Service Act, according to SSS.

What has Trump said about a military draft?

A USA TODAY reviewof Trump's appearances and interviews in early March indicated he had not commented publicly on the possibility of enacting a draft around that time. But in aSeptember 2024 Truth Socialpost during the campaign, Trump described a vote for his opponent, former Vice PresidentKamala Harris, as a vote for bringing back the draft.

"A VOTE FOR PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS A VOTE FOR PROSPERITY & PEACE," Trump wrote.

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Olivia Munn Recalls Male Costar Who Refused to Be Saved by Her Character in a Scene

Olivia Munn shared a story about a male costar who refused to let her character save him in a scene

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• The incident caused a 45-minute delay as the actor argued with the director over the script

• Munn said she avoids sexist roles and chooses projects where her character exists independently of male leads

Olivia Munnis calling out sexist behavior on set.

On the Wednesday,April 8, episode ofThe Drew Barrymore Show, theYour Friends & Neighborsstar told the host, 51, about a moment when a costar interrupted filming because he didn't want his character to be saved by a woman.

"There have been a few times where I’ve been filming something, and my character was either like CIA, or a cop, or something, and there’s been scenes where my character has been the one to save the other character,” the 45-year-old began, noting that the scene in question involved her and her costar, whom she didn't name, fighting their enemies in a bunker.

“If you read the script," she continued, "it was that he was guarding his side, I was guarding my side, then we switch sides and then there’s a guy that was coming for him [who] was gonna shoot him in the back, so I shoot him."

Munn said that she guessed "he didn’t read the script," because her costar then said, "‘Wait, wait, wait. Hold on. She can’t save me. No, no. She can’t save me.’ ”

Munn said the incident caused "45 minutes of just stopping down" filming, during which her costar became "combative with the director."

“There was no insecurity about being obnoxious and everyone hearing this and being like, ‘She can’t save me! We’re not doing this,' " theNewsroomactress said.

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Eventually, the mom of two took matters into her own hands to try to appease her scene partner.

"I said, ‘OK, how about instead of my character saving you, it’s just that we switch because it’s time for us to switch, and so this is my guy to get,’ and he was like, ‘OK.’ ”

"Now, here's the interesting thing," she added. "Nothing changed. It's just what he thought. I was doing the exact same thing."

Despite the experience, Munn has worked hard to avoid sexism in Hollywood, which includes being selective about which roles she takes on.

"I've looked at so many different scripts and a lot of times the women are portrayed in kind of a naggy way," theNew Girlactress told Barrymore. "I had this thing that I decided at one point early in my career, like, I only wanted to do projects where she would exist even if he didn't exist. You know, that it wasn't just his story."

Munn currently stars alongsideJon HammandAmanda Peetin Apple TV'sYour Friends & Neighbors.The series follows Hamm's Andrew "Coop" Cooper, a hedge fund manager who, after being fired from his job, steals from his friends and family to maintain his standard of living.

Munn plays Sam Leavitt, a self-made woman who, unlike other members of her community, did not grow up with money and, like Coop, will go to desperate lengths to keep up with her affluent lifestyle.

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Sofia Vergara’s Backless Gown Has Ridiculously High Slit in Throwback Photo

Sofia Vergara’s throwback photos in a ravishing black gown are nothing short of remarkable. The “Modern Family” star shared these stunning throwback moments from Miami. In the photos, she can be seen wearing a black dress with a deep V neckline and a backless design, perfectly staying true to her diva energy.

Sofia Vergara stuns in backless gown with daring slit in throwback photo

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The co-host of two TV shows for Univision shared throwback photos of herself attending an awards function in a daring black dress. The outfit featured abackless designalong with an ultra-high slit at the front, adding a bold touch. Meanwhile, the cutouts at the sides elevated the entire look.

She skipped a necklace and chose delicate earrings instead, keeping the look polished. Vergara completed the ensemble with open-toed heels. Her soft glam makeup further enhanced the overall vibe. She shared the photos on her Instagram handle, and fans quickly rushed to the comments section, admiring her look. While some called her “gorgeous,” others praised her “blonde hair.”

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