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The unlikely 2011 movie Rashida Jones called “really, really fucked up”
Rashida Jones described working on 2011’s *The Muppets* as “really, really fucked up” in a positive sense, explaining that the experience unsettled her childhood perception of the characters. The comment matters chiefly as an insight into the enduring emotional power of the Muppets for performers who grew up with them, rather than as criticism of…
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Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer to Appear in Netflix’s ’13 Going on 30′ Reboot
Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer have been spotted filming scenes for Netflix’s upcoming reboot of “13 Going on 30,” fuelling speculation that they are reprising their original roles alongside new stars Emily Bader and Logan Lerman. The appearance matters because Garner, who played protagonist Jenna Rink in the beloved 2004 film, is already attached as…
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‘Play music loud to remember Ozzy’ says Sharon on first anniversary of his death
Sharon Osbourne has marked the first anniversary of husband Ozzy Osbourne’s death by urging fans to remember him by playing music “really loud” and headbanging, in keeping with his own wishes. Speaking to BBC Radio WM in Birmingham, the Black Sabbath frontman’s hometown, she described him as authentic, funny and genuine, as the city prepared…
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Snoop Dogg Biopic Sets Release Date
Universal Pictures has confirmed that its long-awaited Snoop Dogg biopic, titled “Snoop,” will be released in US cinemas on 6 August 2027. The R-rated film aims to be the “definitive biopic” of the rapper, born Calvin Broadus, and follows in the tradition of Universal’s other hip-hop-focused films such as Straight Outta Compton and 8 Mile,…
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British monk named Shaun makes history by reaching Thai Buddhism’s highest rank – 50 years after starting journey
A British-born monk named Shaun has become the first UK national to reach the highest rank within Thai Buddhism, marking the culmination of a spiritual journey that began five decades ago. The achievement is being reported as a historic milestone, reflecting both his personal dedication to monastic life and the wider recognition of Western practitioners…
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‘Hellboy’ Actor Ron Perlman Signs With Independent Artist Group (Exclusive)
Ron Perlman, the actor best known for playing Hellboy and Sons of Anarchy’s Clay Morrow, has signed with talent agency Independent Artist Group, which will also represent his production company Asylm Studios. The move brings one of Hollywood’s most recognisable character actors into the IAG fold as the agency looks to strengthen its roster with…
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Jennifer Garner Opens Up About “Totally Ludicrous” Way Her Family Has Been Hounded By Paparazzi: “It Was a Danger”
Jennifer Garner has spoken candidly about the intense paparazzi attention her family faced while her children with ex-husband Ben Affleck were young, describing it as “totally ludicrous” and dangerous. Speaking on the Shut Up Evan podcast, the actress recalled campaigning alongside Halle Berry in 2013 to change California law protecting children from photographers, testifying before…
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Who’s going to pay the bill for Andy’s largesse? Day two sees a raft of uncosted promises – and the first mutiny from a sacked Starmerite echoing the nation
The article covers the second day of Andy Burnham’s government, focusing on questions over how his early policy pledges will be funded. Burnham told his Cabinet they must “always show how they are going to pay” for new policies, a warning that came just hours after he unveiled an unfunded £850 million package of help…
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‘Rogue One’ Meets ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ in Disney’s 133-Minute Sci-Fi Epic That’s Dominating Netflix
Gareth Edwards’s 2023 science-fiction film “The Creator” has become an unexpected streaming hit after landing on Netflix in most international markets this week, despite underperforming at the box office on its original release. The film, starring John David Washington, imagines a future war between humans and artificial intelligence after an AI detonates a nuclear weapon…
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This Dean Martin Hit Single From 1964 Was Actually Written for Frank Sinatra Instead
Dean Martin’s 1964 chart-topper “Everybody Loves Somebody” was not originally written with him in mind, but for Frank Sinatra, who had recorded a version of it back in 1948. Written by Irving Taylor, Ken Lane and Sam Coslow, the song went on to become Martin’s first major hit since “Volare” in 1958, reviving his career…