Celebrity

Celebrity brings together the daily churn of film, television, music and public life – new releases and reviews, casting and career decisions, and the milestones and anniversaries that mark long careers. It sits alongside the industry stories running behind the scenes, from streaming platforms chasing their next hit to studios and public figures navigating controversy and scrutiny.

It matters because celebrity culture is where entertainment, business and public opinion regularly collide. A single remark from an actor, a strategic pivot by a studio, or a scandal involving a well-known figure can shape conversations well beyond the entertainment pages, touching on politics, corporate ethics and shifting public attitudes.

This is also where readers can follow the more personal threads: the choices performers make about their craft, the private moments that spill into public view, and the tributes paid to figures who have shaped culture over decades. It's a topic built for keeping up with both the headline moment and the person behind it.

Alan Kohler to retire from ABC after 31 years, citing family time

September 30, 2026

Veteran financial journalist Alan Kohler is retiring from the ABC at the end of the year, after 31 years with the broadcaster and 24 years as a leading finance presenter. He said he wants to spend more time with his family, while ABC managing director Hugh Marks praised his role in helping audiences understand complex…
Netflix’s Failed Star Wars Replacement Officially Gets a Sequel Update From Zack Snyder

September 30, 2026

Zack Snyder has provided an update on the prospects for a third Rebel Moon film, suggesting that the science fiction franchise’s future depends on greater audience engagement with the existing instalments. The first two films were poorly received upon release, leading Netflix to shelve plans for further movies in the series. Snyder explained that renewed…
Jon Bernthal’s Sleeper Hit Spy Thriller Officially Finds a New Streamer

September 30, 2026

HBO Max has announced that the 2025 spy thriller *The Amateur* will join its streaming catalogue on 17 October, after leaving Prime Video. The move follows strong streaming interest in the film and gives HBO Max a chance to attract viewers drawn to Jon Bernthal’s growing profile. The film stars Rami Malek as a CIA…
10 Animated Films That Are Perfect From Start to Finish

September 30, 2026

A listicle celebrating ten animated films that are considered nearly perfect from beginning to end, challenging the perception that animation is merely children’s entertainment and demonstrating the artistry and depth of the medium. – **Shrek 2** — Widely regarded as the best entry in the franchise, it improves upon the original with excellent humour, character…
‘Landman’ Star’s Legendary ’80s Cult Classic Is Officially Getting a Sequel

September 30, 2026

Rob Lowe says *St. Elmo’s Fire 2* is officially in the works, with the actors keen to return. The project has been discussed since at least 2024, but Lowe previously described the talks as being at a very early stage; he now expects the group to receive a script draft in early October. The sequel…
Taylor Sheridan’s Definitive ‘Yellowstone’ Replacement Officially Returns in 2027

September 30, 2026

Taylor Sheridan’s Western drama series The Madison is officially set to return with Season 2 in 2027. The show has emerged as a significant success for Paramount+, breaking multiple viewership records following its premiere in March 2026 and securing early renewals for both a second and third season, establishing itself as Sheridan’s flagship project following…
Disney Officially Pulls Ridley Scott’s Sci-Fi Movie From Over 3K Theaters

September 30, 2026

Ridley Scott’s long-awaited return to science fiction, The Dog Stars, has become a significant commercial failure, leading Disney to withdraw the film from the vast majority of cinemas after just one month. This underperformance is particularly noteworthy given Scott’s stature as a legendary filmmaker and the film’s substantial budget of approximately $100 million. The film,…
Actor Chazz Palminteri rips Sonny Gray, recalls ‘surreal’ Robert De Niro story on ‘The Craig Carton Show’

September 29, 2026

Actor Chazz Palminteri criticised Boston Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray during an interview on “The Craig Carton Show”, recalling that Gray had brushed him off when he was with the Yankees. Palminteri said Gray struggles under pressure in the Bronx, a view he linked to the pitcher’s poor home record there; his comments revisit the…
The start-ups hoping to return battery making to the US

September 29, 2026

European heatwaves this summer boosted demand for battery storage systems, with San Diego-based startup Unigrid experiencing unexpected orders from Spain, France, Germany and the Netherlands for its home battery systems. This surge highlights the growing market opportunity for sodium-ion batteries, which could help return battery manufacturing to the United States and reduce dependence on China,…
ASA bans Huel advert over claims about runner’s exclusive diet

September 29, 2026

The Advertising Standards Authority has banned a Huel promotional advert featuring Spencer Matthews because it irresponsibly suggested that an exclusively Huel-based diet was compatible with elite athletic performance. In the podcast-style video posted to social media in April and May, the former Made In Chelsea star recounted meeting ultramarathon runner James Izzard, who he claimed…