Hugh Grant 'almost died' filming Four Weddings and a Funeral motorway scene

Hugh Grant almost died while filming Four Weddings and a Funeral, the movie’s director has revealed as the film celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Filmmaker Mike Newell recalled the terrifying moment that Grant, then aged 34, and Charlotte Coleman, who played his on-screen best friend Scarlett, were involved in a near-fatal incident amidst production.