Molly Hewitt-Richards has been cast as Moaning Myrtle in the second season of the upcoming Harry Potter series, according to Deadline. The season will adapt J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
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Take Us North Illegal Immigration Game Dev Anima Interactive Scrubs Internet Presence After Explosive Backlash
Anima Interactive, the studio behind Take Us North, one of the most controversial games of the year, has erased itself from the internet just days after growing scrutiny connected it to Microsoft, Wings Interactive, Sweet Baby Inc., and even the United Nations.
Hollywood Turns on Snoop Dogg: Rapper Faces Heat After Blasting Disney Pixar’s Lightyear
When Snoop Dogg spoke this week about Disney Pixar’s Lightyear, it put him directly in Hollywood’s crosshairs. After sharing his frustration with the film’s two moms subplot, the rap legend is now facing censorship, celebrity attacks, and even calls to cancel his upcoming live performances.
The story isn’t just about Snoop Dogg anymore—it’s about how Hollywood reacts when one of its own dares to question the Disney cultural agenda, and how Snoop himself may be shifting with the times.
Amazon to Turn Wizard of Oz Into a YA “Modern” Series with Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton
Hollywood can’t seem to resist taking beloved classics and “reimagining” them for what executives like to call “modern audiences.” The latest target? The Wizard of Oz. According to Deadline, Amazon Prime Video has greenlit a youth-focused, music-infused Wizard of Oz retelling called Dorothy, with pop star Gwen Stefani and country singer Blake Shelton serving as executive producers.
Hollywood Media Blames Jeans Ad for Sydney Sweeney Movie Flops — But the Numbers Tell a Different Story
Sydney Sweeney has had a rough couple of weeks at the movies with two box office flops. Two of her most recent projects — the gritty crime drama Americana and Ron Howard’s survival thriller Eden — both collapsed at the box office, barely registering with audiences. At the very same time, her name has been plastered across headlines for a completely different reason: American Eagle’s cheeky “great jeans” ad campaign that set social media on fire.
Cracker Barrel Brings Back Old Logo, Restaurant Goes Full About Face After Trump Pushback
Cracker Barrel announced that it’s going back to its old logo after getting pushback from President Trump online.
Cracker Barrel just learned a very expensive lesson in branding: don’t mess with nostalgia, and don’t underestimate your customers. After unveiling a new “modernized” logo earlier this month, the restaurant chain faced swift backlash from loyal patrons, investors, and eventually President Donald Trump himself.
Orlando Bloom Wants the Original Crew Back for ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’
The future of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has been drifting in uncharted waters for years, but Orlando Bloom is clear about what he believes could steer the ship back on course: bring back the original crew.
Over 18,000 Register for Jobs at Planned Universal UK Theme Park
Universal Destinations & Experiences has revealed that more than 18,000 people have expressed interest in job opportunities related to its planned theme park in Bedfordshire, England. Approximately 80% of these applicants are from Bedford and its surrounding areas, showing strong local engagement with the project.
Amazon Is Literally Giving Away Dragon Age: The Veilguard for Free — And Still Nobody’s Playing
For years, BioWare’s Dragon Age franchise stood as one of the most respected names in fantasy RPGs. Fans waited 10 years for the long-promised return of the series, hoping for a revival of the magic that made Origins and Inquisition standouts. Instead, Dragon Age: The Veilguard (released October 31, 2024) has gone down as one of the most stunning disappointments in modern gaming that people won’t even play for free.
John Leguizamo Compares His Plight as a Highly Paid Hollywood Actor in the 90s to Black People During ‘Jim Crow’
John Leguizamo once again finds himself at the center of controversy—this time for a comparison that betrays both historical ignorance and insensitivity surrounding the Jim Crow period of the American South.
Marc Maron Blasts Netflix as “Reichflix” for Choosing Dave Chappelle Over Gender Activists — ‘F**cism is Good for Business’
Comedian Marc Maron is not known for pulling punches, but his latest remarks about Netflix’s handling of Dave Chappelle’s controversial stand up specials may be some of his sharpest (and most ridiculous) yet. Appearing on Pod Save America this past weekend, Maron accused the streaming giant of abandoning all pretense of ethics in favor of protecting its bottom line.
Pokémon Theme Park Land ‘PokéPark Kanto’ Opening Near Tokyo in 2026
Pokémon is finally coming to a theme park. An entire land named PokéPark Kanto is coming to Yomuiriland, a Theme Park in Kachizaka, Japan, about 13 miles from Tokyo.
Universal Orlando Team Members Can Now Use Complimentary Tickets for Epic Universe
Universal Orlando Resort has recently updated its employee benefits program to include complimentary admission to its newest theme park, Epic Universe. This adjustment grants Team Members the ability to visit the park without paying for entry, expanding employee access to one of the resort’s latest developments. The change represents a notable enhancement of the perks provided to staff, allowing them to experience the new park firsthand.