The Cast of “The Goonies” Celebrates the Movie's 40th Anniversary: 'Never Say Die'

The Cast of "The Goonies" Celebrates the Movie's 40th Anniversary: 'Never Say Die'

Warner Bros. / courtesy Everett Collection The cast ofThe Gooniesmarked the movie's 40th anniversary on June 7 on social media Corey Feldman, Sean Astin and Ke Huy Quan were among the stars who took a moment to reflect on the major milestone Feldman documented his nostalgic visit to Astoria, Oregon, where the 1985 movie was filmed The Gooniesturns 40! To mark the 1985 movie's 40th anniversary on Saturday, June 7, several actors from the cast shared social media tributes. Ke Huy Quan, who played Data, shareda clipon his Instagram Stories in whichSean Astin's character Mikey gives his inspiring "Goonies never say die" speech to the group of friends. He wrote over it, "Happy 40th my fellow Goonies! Thinking of you today." Astin, meanwhile, posted a collage of photos from the movie's set on his Instagram Stories with the message, "NEVER SAY DIE." He also shared the same movie clip as Quan, 53, and wrote over it: "40 Years Ago. Love You Goonies." Corey Feldmancelebrated the milestone by making a nostalgic visit to Astoria, Oregon — where the movie was filmed — with his girlfriend, Adrien Skye. He shared photos and videos from his trip down memory lane onInstagram, along with a lengthy message for fans. "HEY U GUYS..... ITS THE GOONIES 40TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND HERE IN ASTORIA OREGON, HERES PT 1 OF MY ADVENTURES. ITS A COLLECTION OF VIDS & PICS OF ME TOURING AROUND ASTORIA THE PAST FEW DAYS. SHOWING THE OLD LOCATIONS 2 MY GF@adrienskye_," he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Corey Feldman (@cdogg22) Feldman, 53, went on to share that he found "an actual DVD" of the movie in a local rental store and also toured the "famous & possibly haunted" Flavel House Museum, where Mikey's dad worked as a curator. Addressing the 40th anniversary specifically, he wrote: "I WOULDN'T MISS THE CHANCE 2 CONGRATULATE ALL MY FELLOW CAST & CREW MEMBERS ON BUILDING A 40 YR LEGACY, BUT I ALSO WANTED 2 THANK ALL OF U 4 ALL THE #LOVE! [HONESTLY] WALKING AROUND THIS TOWN IS BLOWING MY MIND, I'VE NEVER EXPERIENCED ANYTHING LIKE THIS 4 ANY FILM, EVER!" The Gooniesstars Astin, Feldman,Martha Plimpton, Kerri Green, Robert Davi andJoe Pantolianolast reunited at Awesome Con in April for a panel moderated by PEOPLE's Breanne L. Heldman. There, the cast confirmed that they'd love to be a part of theGooniessequel, which is currently in development with directorSteven Spielberg; original screenwriterChris Columbusis also attached to the project. The late Richard Donner directed and co-wrote the original film. "We love that Steven Spielberg is engaged and back in theGooniesmindset, so that's exciting for all of us, and whatever happens, we hope that it's worth it," Feldman, 53, said at Awesome Con. "We hope that everybody has a great adventure. Keep the adventure alive." Warner Brothers/Getty Images Plimpton, 54, added, "I think [fans are] going to seeThe Goonies 2,whether we're in it or not. I think that's pretty obvious. At least, I hope [they] will." Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The cast also reunited in February to celebrate Ke Huy Quan's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Feldman, Greene,Jeff CohenandJosh Brolingathered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles to honor Quan's inspiring film career. Brolin, 57, gave a heartfelt speech in Quan's honor at the ceremony. "I could not be happier for you. I know we all are, all usGoonieshere for an honor that is not only totally deserved but celebrates all that is right in this industry," he said. Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Later that day, there was anotherGooniesreunion at the premiere of action flickLove Hurts, which Quan, 53, starred in alongside Astin, 54. Quan shared that he would love to revisit his iconic role as Data. "It's one of the most asked questions in my life. I would love for it to happen," Quan said at the premiere. Before this year's stream ofGooniesreunions, the last time the cast got together was for avirtual fundraiserin 2020. Read the original article onPeople

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The Cast of “The Goonies” Celebrates the Movie's 40th Anniversary: 'Never Say Die'

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Rod Stewart cancels upcoming concerts due to illness: 'I'm devastated and sincerely apologize'

Rod Stewart cancels upcoming concerts due to illness: 'I'm devastated and sincerely apologize'

Ethan Miller/Getty SirRod Stewarthas canceled several upcoming concerts due to an unforeseen illness. The "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy" singer announced that he is dropping four shows in Nevada from his tour and postponing two shows in California this month after being diagnosed with the flu. "I have to cancel and reschedule my next six concerts in June as I continue to recover from the flu," Stewartwrote on Instagram. "So sorry, my friends. I'm devastated and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience to my fans. I'll be back on stage and will see you soon." Stewart canceled three shows at the Colosseum Theater at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas that were scheduled for June 7, June 8, and June 10, and also nixed a June 14 concert at the Lake Tahoe Amphitheatre at Caesars Republic in Stateline, Nev. The musician also rescheduled his planned June 12 show at the Agua Caliente Casino in Rancho Mirage, Calif., for Sept. 20., and rescheduled his June 15 concert at the Vina Robles Amphitheatre in Paso Robles, Calif., for Sept. 21. Stewart's next scheduled tour stop is at the Glastonbury Festival in the United Kingdom on June 29. He has dozens of additional shows scheduled across North America, South America, and Europe over the next several months, including four additional shows at Caesars Palace in September and October. Fin Costello/Redferns After suggesting that he might leave "the rock & roll stuff behind for a while," Stewartmade a statementin 2023 clarifying that he has no intentions to quit performing live. "I'd like to clear up any confusion that I may have caused with my dear fans and the media. I shall never retire!" Stewart wrote on Instagram. "I was put on this earth to be a singer and will keep doing so for as long as the good Lord lets me." Stewart continued, "I could never turn my back on the songs that I've written and sung over the last six decades. They are like my children. I created them and I love them." Want more movie news? Sign up forEntertainment Weekly'sfree newsletterto get the latest trailers, celebrity interviews, film reviews, and more. Last month, Stewart received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025American Music Awards. The awards body has bestowed it on only one other artist:Diana Rossin 2017. Read the original article onEntertainment Weekly

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Rod Stewart cancels upcoming concerts due to illness: 'I'm devastated and sincerely apologize'

Rod Stewart cancels upcoming concerts due to illness: 'I'm devastated and sincerely apologize' Ethan Miller/Getty SirRod Stewar...

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U.S. soldier dies during training incident in Hungary, Army says

U.S. soldier dies during training incident in Hungary, Army says

A U.S. soldier died during a training incident in Hungary, the Army said Saturday in a news release. Sgt. Aaron Cox, 24, of Mabank, Texas, died Thursday near Camp Croft, Hungary, during preparations for the upcoming Exercise Saber Guardian 25. The Army said Cox died as a result of wounds from a vehicle accident, but didn't provide further details. Cox joined the Army in 2021, and this was his second deployment. He previously deployed to Poland in 2022. He was an Infantryman assigned to the "Strike" 2nd Mobile Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). "The loss of Sgt. Cox is a tragedy for all of us on the Strike team," said, Col. Duke Reim, commander, 2MBCT, 101st Airborne Div. "He was a strong Soldier and leader, who quickly rose through the ranks while serving." He also thanked the Hungarian allies for their assistance and support to the soldiers. Reim said an investigation into the accident is ongoing. A similar tragedy occurred a few months prior when four U.S. soldiersdied in Marchin Lithuania after they went missing while conducting a mission to repair and tow an immobilized tactical vehicle. The soldiers were on a training exercise at the massive General Silvestras Žukauskas training ground in the town of Pabradė. Their vehicle wasreported missingthe following morning, the U.S. Army said, and was then found the next day by the Army and Lithuanian authorities. It took more than a week to remove theirsubmergedarmored recovery vehicle from a peat bog. Thick mud and soft ground around the site made it acomplicated recovery effort, the Army said. It required specialized equipment to drain water from the side and "stabilize the ground," to pull the 70-ton vehicle ashore. Hundreds of service members from the Army, Navy and the militaries of Lithuania and Poland helped in the effort to bring the 63-ton M88A2 Hercules armored recovery vehicle to the surface, the command said. Dad says son "may never be the same" after alleged hazing Saturday Sessions: Turnpike Troubadours perform "On The Red River" Saturday Sessions: Turnpike Troubadours perform "Heaven Passing Through"

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U.S. soldier dies during training incident in Hungary, Army says

U.S. soldier dies during training incident in Hungary, Army says A U.S. soldier died during a training incident in Hungary, the Army said Sa...

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From research to restrooms: Summer staffing crunch hits national parks after Trump cuts

From research to restrooms: Summer staffing crunch hits national parks after Trump cuts

By Steve Gorman and Tim Reid CODY, Wyoming (Reuters) -At Yosemite National Park in California, one of the oldest and most popular U.S. natural preserves, the workforce is stretched so thin this season that nearly all staffers, even scientists, are required to take turns cleaning campground toilets, according to two people familiar with conditions there. The staff hydrologist and an invasive species expert have also been posted at entry gates to process visitors, a job normally handled by lower-paid seasonal workers and junior staff, one of the sources said. It's a reflection of a severe worker shortage in national parks across the country, which have been under budget and understaffed for years, that has been made worse by cuts to the federal workforce by President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk's cost-cutting Department of Government Efficiency. The NPS said in an email to Reuters that park staff may be asked to take on extra roles to keep parks safe and open. "At times, team members may step into a range of responsibilities outside their usual scope to help ensure continued access, safety, and stewardship across the park system," the NPS said. It encouraged park visitors to take responsibility for planning ahead, including checking park alerts and understanding site guidelines. In Crater Lake National Park in Oregon, 500 miles (800 km) to the north, workers are so overextended that the loss of just one plow truck driver in the high-elevation park would make it impossible to clear ice and snow from roads before travelers return en masse in the coming weeks, said Kevin Heatley, who quit as park superintendent in May in frustration over staff shortages. Conservation advocates point to such extremes as signs that the National Park Service, already strained from growing numbers of visitors and years of lean funding, may be facing a busy but uncertain summer season. The NPS has lost 13% of its 20,000-strong workforce since Trump took office in January, according to the National Parks Conservation Association, a watchdog-advocacy group, which attributes much of the drop to job eliminations and staff taking buyouts offered by DOGE. The Trump administration has not provided its own figures. The risk of a public backlash against Trump if conditions at the national parks prove unpleasant for visitors this summer is significant. While Americans are increasingly divided on a range of key issues, the vast majority cherish the parks as national treasures and beloved, affordable vacation getaways. And they are visiting them in record numbers. Last year, national parks welcomed more than 331 million visitors, a new high, up 6 million from 2023. Anna Kelly, Trump's deputy White House press secretary, told Reuters the parks will be in pristine condition for visitors. "President Trump is ensuring agencies across the country run more efficiently while preserving great services for the American people," Kelly said. 'A REALLY TOUGH SUMMER' Difficulties some parks have experienced hiring and retaining sufficient numbers of park rangers and search-and-rescue personnel pose a potential risk to visitor safety, said Kristen Brengel, a senior executive for the NPCA. Fewer emergency rescue personnel mean it could take longer to reach stranded hikers suffering from heat exhaustion or injuries. A smaller park ranger force, Brengel said, means more visitors may venture too close to wild bison, scalding geysers and steep ledges, or into the rugged backcountry without sufficient water or gear. "This is going to be a really tough summer for most parks," Brengel said. The NPS did not respond to a Reuters query about the NPCA's concerns about potential safety issues. Yellowstone's superintendent, Cam Sholly, insists staffing at the geothermal wonderland, the nation's oldest national park and one of the most visited, "is higher this year than it has been at any point in the last five years going into the summer." "Our critical positions are filled," he said last month at an annual season-opening luncheon in Cody, Wyoming, a gateway city at the park's eastern edge. PARK LEADER QUITS For some park leaders the going got tough even before summer arrived. Heatley quit his job just five months after becoming Crater Lake superintendent. He told Reuters the park has been understaffed for years, but recent cuts by the Trump administration, and demands by DOGE, such as telling federal workers to send a weekly email justifying their jobs, have caused low morale and long hours. He said he resigned because he felt he could no longer protect the health and safety of his staff, or that of visitors. The park - famous for the cobalt colors of its lake, the deepest in the United States - gets so much snow and ice in winter - over 36 feet (11 meters) of snow this year alone – that clearing roads ahead of tourist season is vital. "Crater Lake is at a point where we can't afford to lose a single staff member," he said. The park currently has 45 permanent employees but has 18 vacant positions, which remain unfilled because of Trump's hiring freeze. "Crater Lake is on a precipice. It's like a starving man and you are taking away another half of his rations." LOW STAFFING BEFORE TRUMP Others are more upbeat. Jonathan Farrington, CEO of the Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau, said he had been told only 13 NPS positions had been cut at Yosemite, and none involved law enforcement or public-facing positions. "The visitor experience in Yosemite will be excellent this year," he said. The National Park Service, overseen by the U.S. Interior Department, manages 85 million acres set aside for conservation and recreation inside the nation's scenic natural wonders and historic landmarks. Congress created Yosemite National Park in 1872 and the park system continued to grow, with President Woodrow Wilson signing the act creating the National Park Service in 1916. Today its portfolio consists of 433 individual park units, ranging from smaller sites like Independence Hall in Philadelphia and Ford's Theatre in Washington to 63 full-scale national parks, among them Yosemite, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon and the Great Smoky Mountains. Even before Trump's second term began, park staffing had declined by 20% since 2010 even as admissions rose 16% in the same period, the NPCA said, putting more pressure on infrastructure. In February, the Trump administration ordered firing 1,000 recently hired workers at the NPS. While that decision was later reversed, it means parks are now racing to rehire them even though the summer season has already begun. Perhaps mindful of potential political fallout, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum in April issued a order requiring all national parks to "remain open and accessible" and to provide "the best customer service experience for all visitors." But despite a public pledge by Burgum to hire 7,700 park rangers on a seasonal basis this summer, the NPCA has information showing only 3,300 had been hired as of May 13, Brengel said. Former Yellowstone superintendent Dan Wenk told Reuters park managers would likely make do by sacrificing long-term research or wildlife and habitat management projects in order to keep roads open, nature tours going and park grounds free of litter. "If the expectations are that the parks are going to provide the same level of service this year as they did last year, that can't be met, most likely," Wenk said. (Reporting by Ruffin Prevost in Cody, Steve Gorman in Los Angeles and Tim Reid in Washington, editing by Ross Colvin and Aurora Ellis)

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From research to restrooms: Summer staffing crunch hits national parks after Trump cuts

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Prince William Makes Bold Plea in Monaco as He Steps Up on the World Stage

Prince William Makes Bold Plea in Monaco as He Steps Up on the World Stage

MANON CRUZ/POOL/AFP via Getty Prince William made a solo appearance at Monaco's Blue Economy and Finance Forum on Sunday, June 8 The future king delivered a speech alongside world leaders ahead of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference His appearance comes as his father, King Charles, continues cancer treatment and William deepens his role as a global statesman Prince Williammade a high-profile solo appearance in Monaco on June 8, underscoring his growing role as a global statesman. On the eve of World Oceans Day, Prince William took his environmental mission global — delivering ahigh-profile speechin Monaco alongside world leaders and fellow royals to address the urgent threat to marine life. Appearing at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum on June 8, the Prince of Wales, 42, joined the Heads of State and Government session, speaking in front of FrenchPresident Emmanuel Macron, Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves Robles, andPrince Albertof Monaco, whose Gimaldi Forum venue was hosting the event. MANON CRUZ/POOL/AFP via Getty The event marked a key moment in the lead-up to the 2025 UN Ocean Conference and underlined William's rising diplomatic profile on the international stage. The appearance comes asKing Charlescontinues treatment for cancer, with William increasingly stepping into the spotlight. Like his father, the Prince of Wales is a longtime conservationist and passionate advocate for the environment, making ocean protection a natural fit for his growing global platform. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage?Sign up for our free Royals newsletterto get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! With oceans covering 70% of Earth's surface, generating half of its oxygen and feeding over 3 billion people, William emphasized that protecting marine biodiversity is not a niche issue — it's a global imperative. Yet only 3% of the ocean is currently protected, far from the goal to safeguard 30% of land and sea by 2030. MANON CRUZ/POOL/AFP via Getty For the prince, optimism that something can be done — and is underway — is just as important as highlighting the threats to the marine environment. His decade-long Earthshot Prize, which willnext take place in Rio de Janeiro, aims to spotlight and scale practical environmental solutions — and several past finalists joined him in Monaco to share their progress. Among them was Coral Vita, the 2021 Earthshot winner forits work restoring coral reefsby growing coral on land and replanting it in the ocean. The organization has cultivated more than 100,000 corals across 52 species. Pristine Seas, also a 2021 finalist, has since helped protect three vast marine areas — totaling a region the size of Germany — in partnership with Indigenous communities and governments. MANON CRUZ/POOL/AFP via Getty The Monaco appearance came just a day after Kensington Palace released a short film of William's recent conversation with legendary conservationistSir David Attenborough, who returns this month with a new documentary,Ocean with David Attenborough. At 99, the famed broadcaster continues to inspire action — and his exchange with William adds another layer to the prince's growing role in elevating environmental voices and solutions. As William builds toward the fifth year of Earthshot, his efforts show a deepening commitment not just to raising awareness — but to pushing policy, funding and innovation toward a sustainable future for the planet's most vulnerable ecosystems. Read the original article onPeople

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Prince William Makes Bold Plea in Monaco as He Steps Up on the World Stage

Prince William Makes Bold Plea in Monaco as He Steps Up on the World Stage MANON CRUZ/POOL/AFP via Getty Prince William made a solo appearan...

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