Hugh Grant and Nicholas Hoult had a heartwarming reunion over 20 years since appearing in the 2002 rom-com “About a Boy.” Grant, 64, posted a sweet side-by-side of himself with Hoult, 34, comparing a still from the movie with a photo of the pair outside the 15th Governors Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on November 17. The former co-stars both attended the star-studded event, with Grant delivering a humor-filled speech that honored British writer-director Richard Curtis.
Curtis’ credits include some of Grant’s most successful films, including “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” “Notting Hill” and “Bridget Jones’s Diary.” But it was Grant’s reunion with Hoult that made headlines. Hoult was only 12 years old when “About a Boy” was released.
He plays Marcus, the awkward child of a single mom (played by Toni Collette). His mom has a one-night stand with Grant’s rich playboy character, Will, who winds up taking Marcus under his wing. More than two decades later, Grant and Hoult still appear to be thick as thieves.
“We’re cute,” the younger actor replied to Grant’s photo on X . Their impromptu get-together delighted fans and sparked demand for a second “About a Boy” installment. “Legacy sequel time.
..?” one fan commented.
“Love this. ABOUT A BOY was a brilliant film. Dare I say.
.. sequel?” another X user wrote.
Others commented on Hoult’s impressive career. Since appearing on the screen with Grant, he’s been in a number of.