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Kathleen Kennedy Potentially Leaving Star Wars Becomes a Media Battleground as Puck’s Matt Belloni and Deadline’s Mike Fleming Jr. Trade Blows
The ongoing Kathleen Kennedy leaving Star Wars saga has taken an amusing turn as two Hollywood journalists, Puck’s Matt Belloni and Deadline’s Mike Fleming Jr., are now publicly feuding over the story of her rumored exit from Lucasfilm.
Doctor Who Former VFX Studio The Mill Closes After 35 Years as Rumors Swirl Over Series Cancellation
It’s an uneasy time for Doctor Who. With growing speculation that the series could be shelved after its next season and uncertainty surrounding Disney+’s long-term commitment, fans are left wondering whether the TARDIS is about to go dark. Now, another piece of Doctor Who’s legacy has come to an end, as The Mill, the visual effects studio responsible for the revived series’ early VFX success, has officially shut down after 35 years.
Kathleen Kennedy Denies Retirement Rumors in Deadline Interview, Claims She’s Not Leaving Anytime Soon ‘I Will Die Making Movies’
After weeks of speculation about Kathleen Kennedy and her rumored retirement Lucasfilm, Deadline has now published an exclusive interview in which Kennedy flatly denies she is leaving anytime soon. This comes after Puck first reported that Disney was planning for her departure by the end of 2025, with The Hollywood Reporter and Variety following suit.
Disney’s Snow White Box Office Projections Plunge Even Lower as House of Mouse Braces for Looming Rachel Zegler Financial Disaster
Just when it seemed like the box office outlook for Snow White couldn’t get worse, new projections indicate that the film is set to open even lower than initially expected. According to a leading Hollywood research firm, the live-action remake is now tracking for a $53 million opening weekend in North America, with estimates ranging between $48 million and $58 million. This is a significant drop from earlier forecasts, which had projected a $63-$70 million debut.
New Details Emerge in Gene Hackman Passing—Investigation Continues as Pills Found on the Scene, No Gas Leak Detected
New information has surfaced regarding the passing of Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, who were found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home on Wednesday. Authorities have now revealed that the couple may have been deceased for some time before being discovered and have ruled out immediate environmental hazards as a cause.
Paramount Rolls Back DEI Mandates to Conform With Trump Administration Policies as Pending Lawsuit and Skydance Sale Loom Over Company
Paramount Global has begun rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, citing directives from the Trump administration. This move comes as the media giant faces increasing legal and regulatory challenges, including a $20 billion lawsuit from President Trump against CBS News and the need for federal approval on its planned merger with Skydance Media.
Blake Lively Legal Team Moves to Restrict Independent Content Creators Discussing Lawsuit Against Justin Baldoni
As the legal war between It Ends With Us co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni escalates, Lively’s legal team has set its sights on a new concern—online content creators.
In newly filed court documents, her attorneys argue that independent commentators on platforms like YouTube and TikTok are unfairly amplifying Baldoni’s claims, and they are pushing for a protective order to keep specific case details from public view.
Hollywood Icon Gene Hackman Found Dead at 95 Along With His Wife and Dog, No Foul Play Suspected According to Authorities
Legendary Hollywood actor Gene Hackman was found dead at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, along with his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog. Authorities confirmed the discovery on Wednesday afternoon, stating that there is no suspicion of foul play at this time. However, the exact circumstances surrounding their passing remain under investigation.
Barney the Dinosaur ‘Modernized’ Movie Announced by Horror Company A24 Studios; Film Will ‘Surprise Audiences’ and ‘Subvert Expectations’
Yes, you read the title right. Barney the Dinosaur is getting a new live-action movie from horror studio A24, with Ayo Edebiri to write and potentially star.
Variety reported that this movie will be “co-developed and produced by A24 and Daniel Kaluuya’s 59% Productions.” The studios will partner with Mattel Films, the Barney the Dinosaur IP owner. Though plot details are currently scarce, the film is believed “to take a completely new approach to Barney that will surprise audiences and subvert expectations.”
Greg Gutfeld Dominates Late Night Television Ratings as America Rejects Progressive ‘Comedy’ of Colbert, Kimmel, Fallon, and Meyers
Greg Gutfeld has officially secured his place as the undisputed king of late-night television ratings. According to the latest Nielsen rankings for January 2025, Gutfeld! on Fox News has crushed the competition, drawing in an impressive 3,497,000 total viewers, with 308,000 in the key 25-54 demographic—more than a million viewers ahead of his closest competitor.
Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Found Dead at Age 39
Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Harriet The Spy, The Adventures of Pete & Pete, and Gossip Girl, has passed away at the age of 39. Sources have confirmed that she was found at her residence in One Columbus Place, a luxury apartment complex in Manhattan’s Central Park South neighborhood, early Wednesday morning by her mother.
Fable Reboot Delayed to 2026 as Concerns Grow Over the Game’s Direction
Microsoft has officially delayed its upcoming Fable reboot from its original 2025 release window to 2026. This news was accompanied by a brief new pre-alpha gameplay showcase, offering fans a glimpse of what to expect from the latest entry in the beloved franchise.