Domhnall Gleeson Roasts McAdams

Actor Domhnall Gleeson brought humor and warmth to the spotlight this week as he celebrated former co-star Rachel McAdams at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, delivering a playful roast that underscored both their friendship and her enduring impact on the film industry.

Gleeson was among those gathered Tuesday to witness McAdams receive her star, marking another milestone in a career that spans acclaimed comedies, romantic dramas, and blockbuster franchises. During his remarks, the Irish actor jokingly listed the many reasons he believed she was undeserving of the honor, quipping, “It is not fair to be everyone’s favorite person on-set and the best actor in the room.” The tongue-in-cheek tribute drew laughter from the crowd and ended with a warm embrace between the longtime collaborators.

The pair previously starred together in the 2013 romantic dramedy About Time, directed by Richard Curtis, a film that remains a fan favorite and a defining entry in McAdams’ diverse filmography. Gleeson, known to global audiences for his role as Bill Weasley in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, is next set to appear in the comedy The Incomer, which premieres this week at the Sundance Film Festival.

McAdams’ ceremony also drew support from actor Dylan O’Brien and director Sam Raimi, both of whom are currently collaborating with her on the upcoming thriller Send Help. The event marked a rare public appearance by her longtime partner, filmmaker Jamie Linden, with whom she shares two children.

Raimi, whose directing credits include the Spider-Man trilogy and cult horror classic The Evil Dead, reunites with McAdams for Send Help, arriving in theaters later this month. The film casts her as Linda Liddle, a corporate employee forced into survival mode alongside her abrasive boss, Bradley Preston, played by O’Brien, after a plane crash strands them on a deserted island. The project continues McAdams’ tradition of balancing mainstream appeal with character-driven storytelling, a quality that has defined her career since early breakout roles such as Mean Girls and The Notebook, directed by Nick Cassavetes.

With industry peers, collaborators, and family by her side, McAdams’ Walk of Fame induction served as both a celebration of her achievements and a testament to the respect she commands across Hollywood.