Emilia Clarke became one of television’s biggest stars through her role as Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones. Since then, however, several of the actress’s attempts to join major franchises have resulted in major—if not historic—flops.
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Bruce Springsteen Backlash Grows as “Working-Class” Image Collides With $2,900 Tickets
Bruce Springsteen is drawing backlash from all sides. For decades, the rocker has positioned himself as the voice of the American working class. In recent years, he has also been a vocal part of the “resistance” against President Donald Trump. Yet a recent stop on his current tour has even his ideological allies in his home state questioning how much of that image is genuine—and how much is performance.
Jimmy Kimmel Blasted After “Joking” About President Trump’s Death Days Before Another Assassination Attempt — Will Disney Take Action?
Jimmy Kimmel is facing renewed backlash after joking that First Lady Melania Trump looked like an “expectant widow” shortly before another reported assassination attempt against President Trump. During a parody version of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the...
‘Doctor Who’ Star Peter Capaldi Claims He Doesn’t Understand Why Fans Take The Show So Seriously
Doctor Who, one of the longest-running series in television history, has become extremely divisive in recent years. Global viewership for the BBC-produced show has dramatically fallen off since the 2005 revival. The reasons have been hotly debated in fan circles and in the press. In a new interview with The Times of London, Peter Capaldi, who played the 12th Doctor from 2013–2017, said he doesn’t understand why Doctor Who fans “take it so seriously.” His comments suggest he sees the backlash to the show’s recent casting and creative decisions as overblown.
Dean Cain Returns to the Superman Suit for the First Time in 30 Years
For millions of fans who grew up watching him in the 1990s, Dean Cain will always be Superman—with or without the suit. That enduring association was recently underscored by the actor himself. In a post on X, the Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman star shared a new image of himself as the Man of Steel. The photo marks the first time in nearly three decades that Cain has publicly revisited the costume in a posed setting.
Hasan Piker is “Pro Stealing” From Whole Foods and Big Corporations
In a recent interview with The New York Times, controversial Twitch streamer Hasan Piker said that he is “pro stealing.” While it was not a direct call to engage in petty theft, Piker’s framing suggests that doing so can be viewed as a symbolic act of pushing back against corporate power.
Grace Randolph Calls Out Paid Influencers and Gets Called Out By Her Own Chat
A recent attempt by YouTube personality Grace Randolph to draw a distinction between film critics and paid influencers is generating backlash online—including from members of her own community.
Ryan Reynolds Breaks Silence On Blake Lively
Ryan Reynolds made a rare, measured comment about his wife Blake Lively as she navigates an ongoing legal battle. The dispute between Lively and director Justin Baldoni has intensified since it began last December. As more details have emerged, Reynolds’ connection to the situation has become increasingly visible, raising the stakes for both of their public reputations.
Blake Lively Alleges $300M Loss in “Mean Girl” Smear Campaign Lawsuit
Actress Blake Lively alleges that a coordinated “mean girl” smear campaign orchestrated by Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Productions has cost her nearly $300 million. The eye-popping figure is the latest development in the sprawling It Ends with Us legal dispute that began late last year.
Sydney Sweeney Cut From ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
According to an exclusive from Entertainment Weekly, Sydney Sweeney has been cut from The Devil Wears Prada 2. The actress was spotted on set during production, sparking speculation about a possible appearance, though she was never officially announced as part of the cast. It has now been revealed that she filmed a brief, three-minute cameo as herself.
Rebel Wilson Branded a “Bully” as Defamation Trial Begins
Legal representatives for an actress suing Rebel Wilson for defamation described the star as a “bully” in an Australian court. Charlotte MacInnes, the 25-year-old lead in Wilson’s directorial debut The Deb, alleges that Wilson used her large Instagram following to falsely portray her as a victim.
Ryan Reynolds Claims Deadpool Will be a Supporting Character Going Forward
After Deadpool & Wolverine became a box office hit, many fans assumed another sequel was only a matter of time. However, according to writer and star Ryan Reynolds, Deadpool may no longer lead his own films. “I have some stuff kind of written, but I don’t think I am ever going to center him again,” Reynolds said in a recent interview on Sunday Today. “He is a supporting character. He is a guy who is great in a group.”
Pedro Pascal Comment Fuels Questions About ‘The Mandalorian’s’ Future
As The Mandalorian and Grogu prepares to move from streaming to theaters this May, questions are emerging about the future of the series. A recent comment from Pedro Pascal has fueled speculation that The Mandalorian may not continue as a television show.