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Australian Police Investigating Katy Perry Over Ruby Rose Accusations
Authorities in Australia have opened an official investigation into pop star Katy Perry over allegations that she sexually assaulted actress Ruby Rose in 2010. On Wednesday, Variety reported that it had received a statement from Victoria Police confirming the matter is being taken seriously.
Disney Layoffs Decimate Marvel Workforce From VFX to Comics
Disney’s latest wave of cuts is sending shockwaves through Hollywood—but nowhere are these layoffs being felt more deeply than inside Marvel. As part of a sweeping corporate shakeup eliminating roughly 1,000 jobs, the layoffs have hit multiple Marvel divisions at...
Disney Layoffs Begin: Josh D’Amaro Starts Tenure With 1,000 Job Cuts
The Disney layoffs that began this week are sending shockwaves across the company, with roughly 1,000 employees impacted in a sweeping restructuring effort that touches everything from marketing to Marvel. According to reporting from TheWrap, the cuts include entire...
‘SNL UK’ Struggles In Ratings Despite Media Framing
After the launch of Saturday Night Live UK, industry observers watched the ratings closely to see how the iconic sketch format would translate to a new audience. Now four episodes in, a clearer performance trend is beginning to emerge. As the show heads into a one-week hiatus, some have pointed to signs of ratings struggles. However, industry trades like Deadline are framing the trajectory differently.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Movie Leaks Online – Internet Roasts Clips After Studio Replaced Original Voice Actors Over Race
Clips and even links to a full-length movie of the upcoming Avatar: Legend of Aang have begun circulating around the Internet. The movie, which follows and Aang and the gaang as adults, has long been anticipated by fans and was set to release to streaming on...
Angel Studios Debuts Jeff Daniels As Ronald Reagan In ‘The Brink of War’
On Monday, Angel Studios debuted the first trailer for Brink of War, a historical drama starring Jeff Daniels as Ronald Reagan. Unlike 2024’s Reagan, which offered a broad overview of the actor-turned-president’s life, this film focuses on a single pivotal moment in history.
Katy Perry Faces Scandalous Allegations from Ruby Rose But Is She Likely to Land in Court?
Katy Perry is facing serious allegations that she acted criminally against another celebrity, a charge she flatly denies. But could the location of the accused crime actually mean Perry could face time for the event? Ruby Rose has publicly accused Katy Perry of...
Avengers Doomsday Budget Rumors Hit $700M Total Spend—Can Marvel Afford Another Massive Gamble?
Disney's reported Avengers Doomsday budget is already causing discussion across Hollywood, and not in a good way. According to comments made by John Campea, the next major Marvel team-up film could carry a staggering price tag—one that may put unprecedented pressure...
Project Hail Mario: Theaters See Hope As Super Mario Galaxy and Project Hail Mary Continue to Climb to Box Office
After years of empty seats and stale popcorn, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Project Hail Mary are giving theaters a renewed sense of hope. Both films have delivered strong box office performances, signaling that audiences are returning. Yet it isn’t superhero franchises or auteur-driven event films leading the charge this time.
Hollywood Stars and Creatives Sign Letter Opposing Paramount WB Merger
The end of the bidding war between Paramount and Netflix for control of Warner Bros. brought relief to many industry observers, though the deal still faces regulatory approval.. If completed as planned, the deal would mark one of Hollywood’s most significant moments. On Monday morning, more than 1,000 film and television stars and creatives signed an open letter opposing it.
Issa Rae Laments That “DEI Has Become a Bad Word” in Hollywood
Issa Rae went from creating her own series on YouTube to becoming a major player in Hollywood—a remarkable career trajectory that many hardworking creators can only dream of. Speaking recently at TheWrap’s Creators x Hollywood Summit, Rae noted that she is now facing a new challenge in an evolving industry. “I’m seeing it. Just blatantly. People aren’t investing like they were before,” Rae said. “[DEI] has changed meanings and has become a bad word.” The producer added that other minority executives have told her they “can’t cosign” her projects for fear of losing their jobs in the current climate.
Disney Will Release Rock ‘N’ Rollercoaster Starring The Muppets Track List This Week
Walt Disney World is expected to reveal the track list for the updated “Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets” on April 16th after already confirming one song today. This comes as guests anticipate the reopening to Rock 'n' Rollercaster this summer, perhaps as...