https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/off-the-spotlight--6732646enDocumentaryCopyright behzadhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f3c175fe7019d028a987ba6a77f480e8.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/off-the-spotlight--6732646Sat, 03 Jan 2026 12:23:59 +0000behzadbehzadfeeds@spreaker.comShort stories about the strange, dark, and untold moments behind your favorite celebrities. New episodes weekly.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep25-meg-ryan--69287900She was erased for changing.Sometimes leaving the spotlight
is the only way to survive.]]>e23496d6-052e-4431-b19e-c7e0fbc438d6Sat, 03 Jan 2026 10:27:30 +0000behzadShe wasn’t ruined by scandal. She was erased for changing.Sometimes leaving the spotlight is the only way to survive.She was erased for changing.Sometimes leaving the spotlight
is the only way to survive.]]>210false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep24-julia-roberts--69226196a3d33cb8-a629-4247-a9ae-e57be26531aeSun, 28 Dec 2025 05:24:12 +0000behzadSometimes success begins when you step out of the light155false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep23-kevin-spacey--69148733But $31 million was enough to erase him.”]]>2c00ce6f-d93b-4a2c-aa87-ebef57e67a00Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:52:41 +0000behzad“He wasn’t convicted. He wasn’t jailed. But $31 million was enough to erase him.”But $31 million was enough to erase him.”]]>166false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep22-brad-pitt--69030371before the world stole the spotlight for him.Not everything you admire is meant to be owned.
Some things are meant to change you.
]]>9fdfd13f-e975-4701-a87d-8527162da45aSat, 13 Dec 2025 17:20:08 +0000behzadHe almost stole a sculpture… before the world stole the spotlight for him.Not everything you admire is meant to be owned. Some things are meant to change you. before the world stole the spotlight for him.Not everything you admire is meant to be owned.
Some things are meant to change you.
]]>121false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep21-al-pacino--689175552a8e3277-fe97-4dde-a124-80003daf230cSat, 06 Dec 2025 11:28:33 +0000behzadBehind the spotlight, the toughest role was waiting 19 years to be a dad.170false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep20-emma-stone--68916608things don’t have to be perfect from the start.
The world doesn’t always invite you in.
Sometimes you have to be like Emma Stone—
open your PowerPoint…
and build the first step with your own hands.]]>81d76066-e9c8-407e-92a9-4fedad107237Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:34:56 +0000behzadThis episode is a reminder: things don’t have to be perfect from the start. The world doesn’t always invite you in. Sometimes you have to be like Emma Stone— open your PowerPoint… and build the first step with your own hands.things don’t have to be perfect from the start.
The world doesn’t always invite you in.
Sometimes you have to be like Emma Stone—
open your PowerPoint…
and build the first step with your own hands.]]>158false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep20-emma-stone--68805061but few know about the moments that shaped her behind the scenes…A real, inspiring journey full of ups and downs—
from tough choices to the resilience that made her who she is today.If you’re looking for an emotional and unique story, don’t miss this episode.]]>e91036ef-35f1-4c0b-8aa3-12a1ce5944bbSun, 30 Nov 2025 07:29:43 +0000behzadThis time, we dive into the story of a star everyone knows for her on-screen brilliance, but few know about the moments that shaped her behind the scenes…A real, inspiring journey full of ups and downs— from tough choices to the resilience that made...but few know about the moments that shaped her behind the scenes…A real, inspiring journey full of ups and downs—
from tough choices to the resilience that made her who she is today.If you’re looking for an emotional and unique story, don’t miss this episode.]]>158false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep19-jodie-foster--68581504Sometimes it’s a young woman choosing to move forward
when the entire world wants her to stop.]]>a68c4514-5b4e-4857-8749-9161cd289195Sat, 15 Nov 2025 14:45:25 +0000behzadCourage is not loud. Sometimes it’s a young woman choosing to move forward when the entire world wants her to stop.Sometimes it’s a young woman choosing to move forward
when the entire world wants her to stop.]]>152false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep18-brandan-fraser--68487947then, without a word, he vanished.No scandal. No downfall. Just silence.
Years later, he returned — not for fame, but for peace.This is not a story about a comeback.
It’s a story about healing, humility, and the quiet strength to start again.]]>729f7c86-dac7-4d56-9bb6-c9ef37a70306Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:31:13 +0000behzadHe was once Hollywood’s golden boy — then, without a word, he vanished.No scandal. No downfall. Just silence. Years later, he returned — not for fame, but for peace.This is not a story about a comeback. It’s a story about healing, humility, and the...then, without a word, he vanished.No scandal. No downfall. Just silence.
Years later, he returned — not for fame, but for peace.This is not a story about a comeback.
It’s a story about healing, humility, and the quiet strength to start again.]]>136false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep17-james-gandolfini--68380228The day real mobsters called James Gandolfini — to “correct” Tony Soprano.
One call about swearing too much.
Another about… wearing shorts.
Because in their world, even the boss never relaxes.]]>a6d47fa5-6c34-4618-83ed-8b4f171795e0Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:29:22 +0000behzadWhen fiction gets a call from reality… The day real mobsters called James Gandolfini — to “correct” Tony Soprano. One call about swearing too much. Another about… wearing shorts. Because in their world, even the boss never relaxes.The day real mobsters called James Gandolfini — to “correct” Tony Soprano.
One call about swearing too much.
Another about… wearing shorts.
Because in their world, even the boss never relaxes.]]>149false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep17-julio-iglesias--68379990Julio Iglesias lost everything in a crash — and found his true voice in the silence that followed.
Sometimes, falling is just the beginning of flight.]]>66c19d3d-85b6-4565-bc37-49c208bf2adeSat, 01 Nov 2025 15:57:39 +0000behzadBefore he was a legend, he was broken. Julio Iglesias lost everything in a crash — and found his true voice in the silence that followed. Sometimes, falling is just the beginning of flight.Julio Iglesias lost everything in a crash — and found his true voice in the silence that followed.
Sometimes, falling is just the beginning of flight.]]>151false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep16-julio-iglesias--68279306Julio Iglesias lost everything in a crash — and found his true voice in the silence that followed.
Sometimes, falling is just the beginning of flight.]]>21cc6f29-1fc5-4630-b14d-8a19b9acaf5fSat, 25 Oct 2025 19:00:01 +0000behzadBefore he was a legend, he was broken. Julio Iglesias lost everything in a crash — and found his true voice in the silence that followed. Sometimes, falling is just the beginning of flight.Julio Iglesias lost everything in a crash — and found his true voice in the silence that followed.
Sometimes, falling is just the beginning of flight.]]>181false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep15-jack-nicholson--68197643but one secret nearly erased the man behind that smile.
The day Jack Nicholson discovered the truth about his own family…
was the day he truly became Jack Nicholson.Sometimes the storm inside makes the art unforgettable.
]]>31f817a3-e997-4ef5-848c-d27a3f1060cdSat, 18 Oct 2025 18:02:11 +0000behzadHe spent a lifetime smiling on screen but one secret nearly erased the man behind that smile. The day Jack Nicholson discovered the truth about his own family… was the day he truly became Jack Nicholson.Sometimes the storm inside makes the art...but one secret nearly erased the man behind that smile.
The day Jack Nicholson discovered the truth about his own family…
was the day he truly became Jack Nicholson.Sometimes the storm inside makes the art unforgettable.
]]>131false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep14-tom-cruise--68107807But Tom Cruise turned every scar into strength — and every “no” into his next mission.Off the Spotlight – where pain becomes power.]]>d19aa2f8-9576-4c75-9090-2923eef5d86cSun, 12 Oct 2025 11:51:19 +0000behzadHe was laughed at for his looks, doubted for his voice, and told he’d never make it. But Tom Cruise turned every scar into strength — and every “no” into his next mission.Off the Spotlight – where pain becomes power.But Tom Cruise turned every scar into strength — and every “no” into his next mission.Off the Spotlight – where pain becomes power.]]>209false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep13-lea-seydoux--6801786493fd0da9-d68f-4acd-86d5-a3da3073bd05Sun, 05 Oct 2025 05:39:09 +0000behzad"Behind every frame of cinema, there are truths the audience never sees… Léa Seydoux shares her most intense and haunting experience on the set of Blue Is the Warmest Color. A story of pressure, intimacy, and the hidden struggles of...167false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep11-emilia-clarke--67830638Two brain aneurysms. Silent battles. An unbreakable spirit.Off the Spotlight uncovers the fight she kept hidden—and how she turned pain into purpose.]]>289de5d1-cb73-4272-85d9-caa8cc7e935bSat, 20 Sep 2025 10:24:08 +0000behzadBehind the fame of Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke lay a life-threatening secret. Two brain aneurysms. Silent battles. An unbreakable spirit.Off the Spotlight uncovers the fight she kept hidden—and how she turned pain into purpose.Two brain aneurysms. Silent battles. An unbreakable spirit.Off the Spotlight uncovers the fight she kept hidden—and how she turned pain into purpose.]]>181false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep10-marvin-gaye--67761244Discover the tragic and untold final days of Marvin Gaye in our latest podcast episode.
Listen now and feel the story behind the voice.]]>9a396722-f8fb-4d30-9958-ef784f26656bMon, 15 Sep 2025 05:11:59 +0000behzadBehind the music legend, there’s a story no one really knew…  Discover the tragic and untold final days of Marvin Gaye in our latest podcast episode. Listen now and feel the story behind the voice.Discover the tragic and untold final days of Marvin Gaye in our latest podcast episode.
Listen now and feel the story behind the voice.]]>116false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep10-marvin-gaye--67746069Discover the tragic and untold final days of Marvin Gaye in our latest podcast episode.
Listen now and feel the story behind the voice.]]>b808f336-0b93-4b23-818e-8026162d119aSat, 13 Sep 2025 14:18:01 +0000behzadehind the music legend, there’s a story no one really knew…  Discover the tragic and untold final days of Marvin Gaye in our latest podcast episode. Listen now and feel the story behind the voice.Discover the tragic and untold final days of Marvin Gaye in our latest podcast episode.
Listen now and feel the story behind the voice.]]>161false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep09-sharon-stone--67671745f2ffb11b-d2b7-4b36-bc2c-33d56ce7db52Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:10:46 +0000behzadBehind the glamour and the scandal… Sharon Stone’s rise to power in Hollywood wasn’t what you think. Dive into the untold story on the latest episode of Off The Spotlight.167false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep08-drew-barrymore--67671749ba5d6bde-0588-4fb1-bd4d-947e47c4b2e6Sat, 30 Aug 2025 14:17:04 +0000behzadFrom child star to rehab, Drew Barrymore’s journey is far more shocking than you ever imagined. Listen as we uncover the untold story behind the smile.149false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep07-charlize-theron--67671748Charlize Theron’s life isn’t just about Hollywood fame—it’s about surviving the unthinkable, defying expectations, and proving that true strength is born from scars.
]]>01b65d96-3f98-4711-9e0f-fab69799223fSat, 23 Aug 2025 17:24:52 +0000behzadFrom tragedy to triumph. Charlize Theron’s life isn’t just about Hollywood fame—it’s about surviving the unthinkable, defying expectations, and proving that true strength is born from scars. Charlize Theron’s life isn’t just about Hollywood fame—it’s about surviving the unthinkable, defying expectations, and proving that true strength is born from scars.
]]>283false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep06-robert-downey-jr--67671753379d1f2c-d65b-47ea-9742-2f6bdbfeebcfSat, 16 Aug 2025 17:35:28 +0000behzadFrom prison cells to Iron Man’s armor — Robert Downey Jr.’s life is the ultimate comeback story.177false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep05-brittany-murphy--6767174716a8bc36-4042-4a33-9474-6851fc3c8380Sat, 09 Aug 2025 17:59:27 +0000behzadBrittany Murphy: A bright star whose sudden and mysterious death left Hollywood puzzled. Behind the smiles and fame, a haunting story unfolds — reminding us that not all shines forever.124falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep04-keanu-reeves--67671754]]>2a4df480-a6ee-4d3a-bb3b-285f187c0a57Sat, 02 Aug 2025 19:42:50 +0000behzadThe Man Who Stayed KindBehind the fame, a heart that stayed kind.Tonight, we drift Off The Spotlight with Keanu Reeves — a story of loss, love, and quiet kindness. ]]>153falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep03-jim-carrey--67671750Behind the laughter, behind the fame, there was a storm brewing.
A mysterious death. A silent retreat.
And then—paintings.
Raw. Angry. Honest.
This isn't the Jim Carrey you think you know.]]>0feb2bf9-3d4e-40de-8983-7dead8cd4813Sun, 27 Jul 2025 17:01:44 +0000behzadJim Carrey didn’t disappear… he unraveled. Behind the laughter, behind the fame, there was a storm brewing. A mysterious death. A silent retreat. And then—paintings. Raw. Angry. Honest. This isn't the Jim Carrey you think you know.Behind the laughter, behind the fame, there was a storm brewing.
A mysterious death. A silent retreat.
And then—paintings.
Raw. Angry. Honest.
This isn't the Jim Carrey you think you know.]]>121false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-01-robert-de-niro--67671752In this episode, we dive into how far De Niro went to prepare for Taxi Driver, and what it cost him.
A short story about acting, obsession, and the thin line between fiction and reality.]]>33fcda2d-7ceb-4ab1-adcd-b37e687f02dcSun, 13 Jul 2025 15:21:00 +0000behzadRobert De Niro didn’t just play Travis Bickle — he became him. In this episode, we dive into how far De Niro went to prepare for Taxi Driver, and what it cost him. A short story about acting, obsession, and the thin line between fiction and reality.In this episode, we dive into how far De Niro went to prepare for Taxi Driver, and what it cost him.
A short story about acting, obsession, and the thin line between fiction and reality.]]>116false11full