It’s garnered a cult following since it hit cinemas in May 2011 and a decade on, Bridemaids is still much loved by audiences and its cast and crew. “Who knew the recipe for joy would involve vomit, a carpal tunnel glove and a Kangol hat,” Melissa McCarthy, who snagged her breakout role in the film and was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for it, recently shared on Instagram of the 10-year anniversary. “I’d marry you all over again.”
Here, WHO takes a look at some of the little-known facts about the film…
MAYA WAS PREGNANT
Her character, Lillian, may have been preparing to walk down the aisle but in real-life Maya Rudolph was preparing to give birth! The actress, now 48, was pregnant with her third child Jack while filming the movie – which the costume department managed to disguise through some strategic belts to hide her bump.
PAUL GOT CUT
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