How Did We End Up With Michael?
Antoine Fuqua’s Michael biopic, starring Jaafar Jackson as his uncle, was originally planned for a 1993 release but now focuses on the artist’s 1988 rise. The film omits any reference to the late star’s child‑abuse allegations because a settlement clause blocks discussion of those claims. While many Jackson family members refused to participate, the movie aims to rehabilitate the icon’s brand, banking on fan nostalgia. Early box‑office projections indicate strong demand despite the controversy.
The 10 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend
Vulture’s weekend roundup highlights ten must‑watch titles, headlined by Anne Hathaway’s new pop‑star film “Mother Mary.” The movie, directed by David Lowery, draws inspiration from Taylor Swift’s rise and features original songs from Jack Antonoff, Charli XCX and FKA Twigs. The list also...
Stassi Schroeder Will Take a Pinot Grigio at Freeform
Stassi Schroeder announced her new reality series "House of Stassi" at Hulu's Get Real event, with a two‑episode premiere on Freeform slated for July 30 and the full season streaming on Hulu the same day. The show will follow Schroeder as...
Sydney Sweeney Isn’t in The Devil Wears Prada 2 Anymore
Sydney Sweeney filmed a three‑minute cameo for the upcoming *The Devil Wears Prada* sequel, playing herself as a celebrity client of Emily Blunt’s character. The scene was removed during post‑production after editors deemed it didn’t fit the film’s structural flow....
Not All the Jacksons Wanted to Be in Michael
The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, titled *Michael*, will omit several key family members who have declined participation, most notably Janet Jackson. Randy and Rebbie Jackson also chose not to be involved, while Michael’s daughter Paris publicly criticized the film’s emphasis...
‘If Oasis Can Get Back Together, Then Anybody Can Do It’
The 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction class features the storied Joy Division/New Order lineup, reigniting hopes for a historic reunion onstage. Co‑founder Peter Hook, still embroiled in trademark disputes with former bandmates, confirmed he will attend the November ceremony...
Rooster Recap: Thanksgiving Breakup
HBO has officially renewed the comedy‑drama series Rooster for a second season, confirming the show’s continued place in the network’s lineup. The renewal comes as the first season wraps up during Thanksgiving break, with the protagonist Greg facing the end...
The Real Housewives of Rhode Island Recap: Wrong Side of the Tracks
Season 1, episode 4 of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island follows Liz as she wrestles with a mistaken bulk banana order while trying to repair the fallout from a party explosion. Ashley takes the group to a beach outing, exposing a...
The Forsytes Recap: Panic at the Brokerage
The streaming series "The Forsytes" takes a bold turn, abandoning the original novel’s plot in favor of original, high‑drama storylines. The show’s creator, Frances, drives most of the narrative, introducing a bowler‑hat‑wearing butler‑spy and reshuffling romantic pairings. Fans note the...
Who Is Taskmaster’s Oscar-Winning Future Contestant?
The article speculates which Oscar‑winning actor might join the UK panel show *Taskmaster* after current contestants Kumail Nanjiani and Armando Iannucci, both Oscar nominees, appeared in season 21. Creator Alex Horne hinted that a future season will feature a real Oscar...
The Pitt Petts
Production designer Nina Ruscio confirmed that a cat named Viper, along with several other crew pets, now decorates the break‑room bulletin board on HBO’s medical drama *The Pitt*. The pet collage, dubbed “Pitt Petts,” originated from a practical need to...
Chloe Cherry on Shooting Disgusting Euphoria Premiere Scene
Chloe Cherry revealed she "had so much fun" filming a harrowing drug‑mule scene in the Euphoria season 3 premiere, where her character Faye and Zendaya’s Rue ingest fentanyl packets. The sequence required the actors to simulate swallowing bags with KY jelly,...
Justin Bieber Speedruns Through His Early Hits
Justin Bieber headlined Coachella with a live‑streamed set that doubled as an interactive YouTube experience. He introduced "DJ Biebs," searching his own early videos in real time and performing snippets of hits like "Baby" and a cover of "So Sick"...
Watch the Artemis II Crew Return to Earth
The Artemis II crew is set to splash down in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego on April 10, and CBS News will broadcast a live one‑hour special covering the return. Hosted by Jericka Duncan, the program features astronaut Suni Williams, Lt. Col Dave Mahan, and other...
Among The Last Five Years Superfans
The Last Five Years finally achieved a definitive revival when Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler headlined a limited‑run at Radio City Music Hall. Their megawatt vocals balanced the show’s emotional seesaw, delivering the nuanced ambiguity the piece demands. The production...
Kansas Waited 50 Years for This
Saturday Night Live aired a sketch where five men bond over Kansas’s 1976 hit “Carry on Wayward Son,” culminating in a comedic air‑guitar finale. The band’s guitarist Rich Williams praised the unexpected nod, noting it coincides with both SNL’s and Kansas’s...
Euphoria Is a Monument to Sam Levinson’s Lack of Creativity
Sam Levinson’s third season of *Euphoria* pushes visual shock over story, turning protagonist Rue into an arms dealer in a scene that feels more like a YouTube stunt than drama. Critics argue the series has abandoned its earlier focus on...
Former Enhypen Member Heeseung Is Rebranding As Evan
Former Enhypen member Heeseung announced his departure from the six‑member group on March 10 and will continue his career under the new stage name Evan. He unveiled the rebrand on a fresh Instagram account, @h_evva_n, featuring stark, minimalist portraits released by...
RuPaul’s Drag Race Recap: The Endgame
Season 18’s semifinal episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race confronts the fallout from front‑runner Jane Don’t’s unexpected elimination. The judges shift focus to defining what it takes to win, prompting the remaining queens to showcase versatility, charisma, and runway prowess. Critics note...
So Dakota Can Do This, But We Can’t Get The Bachelorette?
Alex Cooper’s UnWell Network is debuting “Unwell Winter Games,” a four‑episode YouTube series that pits reality‑TV personalities and influencers in mental and physical challenges. The lineup includes controversial figures such as Dakota Mortensen, whose ex‑partner Taylor Frankie Paul had her...
Why Everyone’s Getting on the ‘Double Dutch Bus’
Choreographer Molly Long turned Frankie Smith’s 1981 track “Double Dutch Bus” into TikTok’s biggest dance of the year, sparking a wave of user‑generated videos. Her routine, first taught at Project 21’s February showcase, amassed over 3.5 million likes and more than 13,000...
Fact-Checking Chris Fleming Won Late Night This Week
Chris Fleming’s extended couch segment on *Late Night with Seth Meyers* became the week’s highlight, prompting the host to fact‑check Fleming’s comedic claims. The appearance followed a backlash against a warm‑up comic for *The Tonight Show* who made a joke perceived...
If You Loved Leo’s Oscars Mustache, You’ll Love the New Scorsese
Leonardo DiCaprio has debuted a noticeable mustache in the first look released by Apple TV+ for his upcoming Martin Scorsese film, *What Happens at Night*. The teaser shows DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in a snowy European setting, confirming production is...
Blue Heron Will Wreck You in the Best Possible Way
Sophy Romvari’s first feature, *Blue Heron*, follows a Hungarian‑Canadian family in 1990s Vancouver, focusing on the eldest son’s behavioral and mental‑health struggles. The film blends lush summer visuals with a meditation on memory, time, and the lingering effects of personal...