In an amusing turn of events, British actor Tom Hollander recently revealed on “Late Night With Seth Meyers” that he was accidentally sent the box office bonus intended for “Spider-Man” star Tom Holland. This mix-up, a result of their similar names, led to a brief moment of astonishment for Hollander.
Key Takeaways:
- British actor Tom Hollander was mistakenly sent Tom Holland’s Marvel box office bonus.
- The mix-up occurred due to their similar names and being with the same agency.
- Hollander described the bonus amount as “astonishing,” noting it was a seven-figure sum.
- He humorously shared this incident on “Late Night With Seth Meyers.”
- Tom Holland, known for his role as Spider-Man, has expressed apprehension about a fourth installment in the franchise.
A Surprising Email
While attending a theater show in England, Hollander, known for his role in “Pride & Prejudice,” received an unexpected email from his agency. The email detailed a payment slip for a “first box office bonus” for “The Avengers.” Hollander, aware that he wasn’t part of the Avengers cast, opened the email to discover a seven-figure sum, an amount he described as more than he had ever seen.
The Confusion of Two Toms
The confusion arose from the actors sharing a similar name and briefly being under the same agency. Hollander humorously commented on the situation, noting the challenges of sharing a name with the much younger and extremely famous Tom Holland.
Tom Holland’s Future as Spider-Man
On a related note, Tom Holland has shared his thoughts on reprising his role as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. In a previous interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he expressed mixed feelings about a fourth Spider-Man movie, citing concerns about the stigma surrounding fourth installments in franchises. However, he also acknowledged that he would be open to continuing the role if the storyline does justice to the character.
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