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Big Thunder Mountain Drew Huge Crowds for Reopening Before Fire Shut Attraction Down
Large crowds gathered at Magic Kingdom as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened May 3 following an extended refurbishment. Guests flooded Magic Kingdom's Frontierland to see the new scene and experience the ride's changes. Guests began lining up early in the day....
Ellen DeGeneres Will Return as Dory in Pixar Short
Ellen DeGeneres is set to return as Dory in a new Pixar short film, according to a Deadline exclusive. This brings another adventure for the friendly, forgetful fish in the Finding Nemo Universe. Further details title, release date, or plot details have not been...
Refreshment Port to Reopen as La Poutinerie in EPCOT
The Refreshment Port at EPCOT is expected to reopen with a new name and updated concept. The quick-service location, positioned near the Canada Pavilion along the World Showcase promenade, will be known as “La Poutinerie.” The description says that the spot will be "a...
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Josh D’Amaro Outlines Vision During Walt Disney Company Earnings Call
Wednesday morning, Josh D’Amaro laid out his vision for Disney during his first company earnings call as CEO. Backed by better-than-expected financial results, D’Amaro emphasized a strategy centered on streaming, global storytelling, and deeper integration of new technology.
Blake Lively Reportedly Gets Nothing in Justin Baldoni Settlement as Her Reputation Lies in Tatters
For months, the legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni dominated entertainment headlines, with accusations, counterattacks, leaked claims, and nonstop media spin surrounding the fallout from It Ends With Us. Now, after having her reputation ripped apart,...
Universal Horror Make-up Show Closing for Upgraded Experience
The Universal Horror Make-Up Show is closing May 12, 2026, at Universal Studios Florida. Universal Orlando has described the project as a planned reworking of the long-running attraction. The company has not released full details about the scope of the update. A...
Big Thunder Mountain Drew Huge Crowds for Reopening Before Fire Shut Attraction Down
Large crowds gathered at Magic Kingdom as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened May 3 following an extended refurbishment. Guests flooded Magic Kingdom's Frontierland to see the new scene and experience the ride's changes. Guests began lining up early in the day....
GameStop Makes Bid to Buy eBay, Draws Scrutiny
Reports in early May 2026 revealed that GameStop had launched a bid to buy eBay. Initial coverage on May 1 indicated the company was preparing an offer. By May 3, multiple outlets confirmed that a formal proposal had been submitted. The unsolicited bid values eBay at...
Millionaire Sarah Paulson Wears Dollar Bill Over Eyes at Met Gala to Protest “The 1%”
The annual Met Gala is an annual fundraising event and a night for some of the biggest names in entertainment to show off often bizarre outfits. Each year has a theme, and this year’s was “Fashion is Art.” However, actress Sarah Paulson and her designer used the Met Gala as opportunity to exercise fashion as protest—specifically, the wealthy group they identify as 1%.
Celebrities Get Weird at 2026 Met Gala From Rachel Zegler to Bad Bunny and Beyond
The 2026 Met Gala theme, “Fashion Is Art,” gave celebrities license to lean into the unconventional—and some used the opportunity to get weird. While many of the entertainment industry’s biggest names opted for more polished, traditional looks, others pushed boundaries in strikingly bizarre ways.
REVIEW: The Devil Wears Prada 2 — Power, Networking, and the Cost of Being Seen
When I was handed the assignment to watch The Devil Wears Prada 2, my first response wasn’t excitement, it was hesitation. Not because I thought the movie would be bad, but because I had never seen The Devil Wears Prada in the first place. At the time it originally...
The Rock Claims the “Most Masculine Men” Wear Skirts While Wearing a Skirt
For decades, Dwayne Johnson has portrayed a form of hyper-masculinity in popular culture. His screen persona now stands in sharp contrast after a recent red carpet appearance. At the 2026 Met Gala, The Rock arrived wearing a skirt.
Haunted Mansion Reopened After Surprise Weekend Closure at Magic Kingdom
The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom has reopened after being closed without warning over the weekend, returning to normal operations on Monday morning. The attraction was unavailable for two whole days, beginning Saturday and continuing through Sunday, before...
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Settle Lawsuit Ahead of Trial
One of Hollywood’s most high-profile legal dramas in recent years has come to an end. Late Monday afternoon, it was announced that the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has been settled. Despite earlier indications that Lively intended to take the case to trial, the agreement comes just ahead of the scheduled court date.
Dolly Parton Gives Health Update With Good News and Bad News
Dolly Parton, 80, shared a health update on May 4 through a post on X. The message focused on her current health status and ongoing recovery. It also responded to public interest in her recent time away from some professional commitments as well as what she is...
Draco Malfoy Actor Claims He’s Putting His “Own Spin” on Character for HBO Max Series
The upcoming Harry Potter adaptation is facing renewed scrutiny following an interview with one of its young stars. Lox Pratt, who plays Draco Malfoy in the HBO Max series, recently told Variety that he plans to put his “own spin” on the character. The comment suggests his portrayal may differ in meaningful ways from the version seen in the original films.
Andy Serkis Claims Viggo Mortensen Was “Thrilled” to Pass the Torch as Aragorn is Recast for The Hunt for Gollum
As The Hunt for Gollum moves forward, the biggest question hanging over the project isn’t the story—it’s how fans will react to a newly recast Aragorn. Now, according to Andy Serkis, we’re getting the first real insight into how the original Aragorn Viggo Mortensen...
‘Star Wars’ Streaming Data Shows Viewership Still Driven by Legacy Films — Not Sequel Trilogy
Despite years of uneven projects, Star Wars remains a significant cultural presence—with viewership numbers to back that up. However, according to Nielsen data reported by Variety, audience attention is concentrated around specific eras of the franchise—rather than Disney’s newer entries driving overall engagement.
Former Nintendo President Alleges Amazon Made Illegal Demands
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé says the company’s early-2000s clash with Amazon stemmed from what he describes as illegal demands. For years, the absence of the Nintendo Wii and DS from the fast-growing retailer fueled speculation.
