River Phoenix’s upbringing not only shaped his worldview but also ignited his artistic passions early on, laying the groundwork for his future career in Hollywood. The 1986 film "Stand By Me” catapulted him into the spotlight and established him as a household name. In “Rising Star,” the first episode of Variety and iHeart Podcasts’ “Variety Confidential,” host Tatiana Siegel speaks with River's “Stand By Me” co-star Corey Feldman and Variety’s chief film critic Owen Gleiberman about River’s early career and rise to fame. 

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River Phoenix&rsquo;s upbringing not only shaped his worldview but also ignited his artistic passions early on, laying the groundwork for his future career in Hollywood. The 1986 film "Stand By Me&rdquo; catapulted him into the spotlight and established him as a household name. In &ldquo;Rising Star,&rdquo; the first episode of Variety and iHeart Podcasts&rsquo; &ldquo;Variety Confidential,&rdquo; host Tatiana Siegel speaks with River's &ldquo;Stand By Me&rdquo; co-star Corey Feldman and Variety&rsquo;s chief film critic Owen Gleiberman about River&rsquo;s early career and rise to fame.&nbsp;
For a full list of sources and citations for this episode, visit <a href="https://variety.com/h/variety-confidential/">https://variety.com/h/variety-confidential/.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.&nbsp;

From Variety, Hollywood’s No. 1 entertainment news source and iHeart podcasts, comes Variety Confidential. Season 2, titled "The Life and Legend of River Phoenix,” takes you through the extraordinary life of one of Hollywood’s most celebrated stars. River Phoenix’s name still resonates with cinephiles and casual moviegoers alike, nearly three decades after his untimely passing. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his work, join us as Variety’s Tatiana Siegel speaks exclusively with River’s co-stars and friends, including Corey Feldman and Samantha Mathis, to shed light on who River really was off camera. Variety’s experts and correspondents also explore the brilliance and complexity of River's life and career. Dive into the legacy and lasting impact of an actor who burned bright and left us far too soon. Subscribe now to Variety Confidential wherever you get your podcasts. 

From Variety, Hollywood&rsquo;s No. 1 entertainment news source and iHeart podcasts, comes Variety Confidential. Season 2, titled "The Life and Legend of River Phoenix,&rdquo; takes you through the extraordinary life of one of Hollywood&rsquo;s most celebrated stars. River Phoenix&rsquo;s name still resonates with cinephiles and casual moviegoers alike, nearly three decades after his untimely passing. Whether you&rsquo;re a longtime fan or just discovering his work, join us as Variety&rsquo;s Tatiana Siegel speaks exclusively with River&rsquo;s co-stars and friends, including Corey Feldman and Samantha Mathis, to shed light on who River really was off camera. Variety&rsquo;s experts and correspondents also explore the brilliance and complexity of River's life and career. Dive into the legacy and lasting impact of an actor who burned bright and left us far too soon. Subscribe now to Variety Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.&nbsp;

Variety Confidential

Rising Star

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