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‎Sophie Turner has described her on-screen kiss with Kit Harington in the upcoming gothic horror film The Dreadful as a “vile” experience due to their long-standing sibling-like bond from Game of Thrones. ‎ Sophie Turner reveals kissing Kit Harington in The Dreadful was “vile,” recalling their lasting sibling bond from Game of Thrones. ‎Getty Images (2) ‎ ‎During her August 14 appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers, Turner shared that she not only stars in but also produced The Dreadful. She revealed that she personally recommended Harington to writer-director Natasha Kermani for the role of the male lead. ‎ ‎Turner and Harington previously worked together for nearly a decade, portraying siblings Sansa Stark and Jon Snow across all eight seasons of Game of Thrones. Although the HBO series ended in 2019, Turner noted that their dynamic as “brother and sister” has carried over into real life. ‎ ‎According to Turner, Harington initially expressed hesitation when reading the...

‎South Korean pop powerhouse Blackpink reaffirmed their status as the world’s biggest girl group with a spectacular two-and-a-half-hour performance at Wembley Stadium. ‎ ‎Blackpink becomes the first K-pop girl group to headline Wembley Stadium, dazzling 70,000 fans with their record-breaking Deadline tour. ‎Live Nation ‎ ‎The four-member act—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—became the first K-pop girl group to headline the iconic venue, joining the ranks of global superstars such as Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, BTS, and Oasis. The milestone concert drew a sold-out crowd of 70,000 fans, who were treated to a dazzling mix of music, choreography, and stagecraft. ‎ YG Entertainment  ‎ ‎Lisa described the night as an “absolute honour,” dedicating the performance to the audience for making the historic moment possible. Jennie called the concert “an epic dream,” while Rosé reflected on the magnitude of the occasion, praising fans for their unwavering support. ‎ ‎The...

‎Atlanta-based youth media prodigy Knowa De Baraso has expanded his presence from political punditry to pop culture with the launch of his weekly podcast, Now You Know with Knowa De Baraso. Partnering with Reasoned Choice Media and iHeart, the series premiered July 30, featuring former Real Housewives of Potomac star Mia Thornton and artist Incognito. Hip hop icon Macy Gray and comedian Roy Wood Jr. have also joined discussions that intertwine public issues, entrepreneurship, Black empowerment, and personal anecdotes. ‎ 13-year-old Knowa De Baraso launches “Now You Know” podcast, merging politics, pop culture, and celebrity interviews to engage Gen Alpha audiences. ‎Kerri Phox/The Atlanta Voice ‎ ‎De Baraso, who gained national attention at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, is celebrated for blending political insight with youthful candor. His viral exchange with MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, where he challenged baseless voting claims with the now-famous line...

‎Gal Gadot has opened up about the commercial failure of Disney’s live-action Snow White and dismissed speculation of tension with her co-star Rachel Zegler. ‎ ‎Speaking on Israeli television program The A Talks on Keshet 12, Gadot recalled her time on set as positive, highlighting her friendship with Zegler. “We laughed and we talked, we had fun. I was positive the movie was going to be a huge hit,” she said. The actress added that external pressures tied to the aftermath of October 7 significantly affected the film’s reception and its box office performance. ‎ ‎ Gal Gadot addresses Disney’s ‘Snow White’ flop, her bond with Rachel Zegler, protests, Israel ties, Golden Globes controversy, and career regrets. ‎Regev D. Zarka ‎ ‎The program, based on the French format Les Rencontres du Papotin, features celebrities being interviewed by journalists on the autism spectrum. Past guests on the French version include French President Emmanuel Macron and actress Marion Cotillard. I...

‎Amazon Prime Video has unveiled an exclusive first look at Vought Rising, the highly anticipated prequel to its hit series The Boys. The newly released image reveals the supersuits of Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy, Mason Dye as Bombsight, Will Hochman as Torpedo, and Elizabeth Posey as Private Angel. ‎ Amazon Prime Video unveils Vought Rising, The Boys prequel featuring Soldier Boy, Stormfront, and a 1950s murder mystery cast. ‎Amazon Prime Video  ‎ ‎Alongside Ackles, Dye, Hochman, and Posey, Aya Cash returns to the series as Stormfront. The ensemble cast also includes Jorden Myrie, Nicolò Pasetti, Ricky Staffieri, and Brian J. Smith. Production on the series has officially commenced. ‎ ‎Vought Rising was first ordered by Prime Video in July 2024 and is set in the 1950s, described as a twisted murder mystery. Paul Grellong is the showrunner and executive producer, collaborating with The Boys creator Eric Kripke. Additional executive producers include Seth Rogen, Evan Go...

‎Drake’s legal team is pressing Universal Music Group (UMG) to hand over what they describe as crucial evidence in the ongoing lawsuit over the promotion of Kendrick Lamar’s chart-topping diss track Not Like Us. The requested materials include Lamar’s record deal with Interscope Records and emails from UMG CEO Lucian Grainge concerning the song. ‎ ‎ Drake’s lawyers push for Kendrick Lamar’s Interscope contract and UMG CEO Lucian Grainge’s emails in the escalating ‘Not Like Us’ legal battle. ‎Joseph Okpako/WireImage ‎ ‎The lawsuit, filed by Drake — whose full name is Aubrey Drake Graham — accuses UMG of orchestrating efforts to amplify the success of Not Like Us, released in 2024 under Interscope Records, a UMG subsidiary. The track, which labels Drake a “certified pedophile,” emerged from Lamar’s high-profile feud with the Canadian artist. Republic Records, Drake’s own label, also operates under UMG. ‎ ‎During the discovery stage of the case, each side must exchange relevan...

‎Doja Cat and Pablo Tamayo appear to have moved past their earlier conflict, reconnecting at the Outside Lands festival nearly two months after the rapper publicly criticized Tamayo for overstepping personal boundaries during their initial meeting. ‎ ‎ Doja Cat and Pablo Tamayo reconcile at Outside Lands festival, two months after a tense first meeting sparked backlash and deleted social posts. ‎Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images ‎ ‎Tamayo recently shared TikTok footage of the two reuniting at the San Francisco event, where he was invited by Doja herself as a VIP guest. One video follows his journey to the festival and shows a member of Doja’s team eventually leading him to the stage during her headline performance, allowing them a brief but notable moment together. ‎ ‎In the video caption, Tamayo wrote, “Doja Cat invited me to @Outside Lands to squash the beef.” ‎ ‎Another clip captures a more relaxed backstage exchange between the two. Laughing beside Doja, Tamayo asks, “Ho...

‎Bunnie XO is opening up about the intense emotional and physical toll of her ongoing IVF journey with husband Jelly Roll, offering insight into her recent absence from public life. ‎ Bunnie XO opens up on her podcast about stepping back from public life amid a taxing IVF journey with husband Jelly Roll, citing emotional strain. ‎John Shearer/Getty Images for CMA ‎ ‎During a new episode of her Dumb Blonde podcast, the 45-year-old host, whose real name is Alyssa DeFord, addressed fans’ questions about why she and the 40-year-old country artist haven’t been seen together in recent months. She recounted a recent comment: “Somebody said the other day, they’re like, ‘They used to always be together. Now you never see them together.’” Bunnie responded by pointing out the demands of her fertility treatment, saying, “Do you guys not know for the past six months I’ve been trying to make a baby? Like, my husband has to work to f—k bring home the bacon.” ‎ ‎Bunnie elaborated that whil...

‎Beyoncé’s latest campaign with Levi’s has become the center of a media storm, with political commentator Megyn Kelly publicly blasting the singer’s appearance in the ad. The criticism comes on the heels of a social media frenzy surrounding Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle commercial, which has polarized audiences across the cultural spectrum. Beyoncé’s Levi’s ad draws heat for being “artificial,” as Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle spot earns praise from Trump and backlash from critics. ‎levis/Instagram ‎ ‎The Levi’s advertisement features the pop icon showcasing the brand’s denim in a stylized, high-fashion shoot. However, Kelly took issue with the visuals, claiming they project a fabricated image of the singer. “This is the opposite of the Sydney Sweeney ad,” she wrote on X, formerly Twitter. “Quite clearly there is nothing natural about Beyoncé. Everything—from her image to her fame to her success to her look—is bought and paid for. Screams artificial, fake, enhanced, try...

‎A high-profile legal dispute involving pop icon Katy Perry and 85-year-old veteran Carl Westcott has sparked renewed public scrutiny as both parties prepare to return to court. The second phase of the trial, set for August 21, follows a previous ruling that deemed Perry the rightful owner of a Santa Barbara mansion worth $15 million—a sale now deeply entangled in claims of exploitation, mental incapacity, and celebrity privilege. ‎ Katy Perry fights $15M mansion case against 85-year-old veteran Carl Westcott as legal battle escalates over damages, rent loss, and repairs. ‎Getty Images for Katy Perry ‎ ‎The property transaction occurred in 2020 when Westcott, who suffers from late-stage Huntington’s disease and dementia, signed over the estate to Perry via her business manager, Bernie Gudvi. Westcott later attempted to rescind the sale, asserting that he was under the influence of pain medication following surgery and lacked the mental capacity to make such a decision. ‎ ‎A...

‎Teyana Taylor has confirmed she will undergo emergency vocal cord surgery after doctors discovered a noncancerous growth that has impacted her ability to speak and perform. The multifaceted artist made the announcement on August 6 via her Instagram Story, directly addressing fans and clarifying the future of her anticipated album Escape Room. ‎ ‎ Teyana Taylor reveals vocal cord surgery due to noncancerous growth, assures fans her new album Escape Room will still drop August 22. ‎Johnny Nunez/Getty Images ‎ ‎Concerns surrounding Taylor’s health were addressed with candor, as she revealed that vocal discomfort had been a lingering issue. After undergoing numerous medical consultations, she was informed that immediate surgical intervention was necessary to remove the growth affecting one of her vocal cords. ‎ ‎Taylor, 34, expressed both disappointment and resilience in her message. “That honestly breaks my heart. I don’t take lightly what it means to show up for y’all,” she ...

‎Brandon Blackstock, known as Kelly Clarkson’s former husband and manager, passed away at 48 after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. A family representative confirmed the news to People, stating that Blackstock died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. The family has requested privacy during this challenging time, expressing gratitude for the support and prayers from fans and well-wishers. ‎ Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, dies at 48 after a three-year cancer battle, leaving behind their two children and a complex legacy. ‎Getty Images  ‎ ‎Clarkson recently postponed her Las Vegas residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace to focus on their children, River Rose and Remington Alexander, as Blackstock’s health declined. She shared a heartfelt statement just before his passing, emphasizing her need to prioritize her family during this difficult period. Her decision reflected the personal challenges she faced as a mother navigating her ex-husba...

‎Donald Trump has entered the spotlight of a viral fashion controversy, this time praising actress Sydney Sweeney over her latest ad campaign with American Eagle. The remarks follow reports indicating that the Euphoria star quietly registered as a Republican in Florida last year, igniting political speculation around a commercial that had already triggered cultural debate. ‎ Trump calls Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle ad the “HOTTEST” and praises her reported Republican registration. Politics meets pop culture again. ‎Courtesy Photo ‎ ‎During a press event in Pennsylvania on Sunday, Trump reacted to a reporter’s question about Sweeney’s reported GOP affiliation. “She’s a registered Republican?!” Trump exclaimed, momentarily stunned. “Oh. Now I love her ad!” He went on to add, “You’d be surprised how many people are Republicans. If Sydney Sweeney is a registered Republican, I think her ad is fantastic.” ‎ ‎On Monday, the president followed up on Truth Social with a post ...

‎Mark Ruffalo is officially returning as the Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the fourth installment in Tom Holland’s Marvel-Sony franchise. The casting solidifies months of speculation and adds heavyweight muscle to an already star-studded superhero lineup. Production begins this month in England. ‎ ‎Mark Ruffalo returns as Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, joining Tom Holland, Punisher, and Scorpion for Marvel’s explosive 2026 sequel. ‎Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images ‎ ‎Tom Holland will once again don the iconic Spider-Man suit, this time alongside Marvel veteran Ruffalo, who hasn’t appeared on the big screen as Bruce Banner since Avengers: Endgame. The new film continues the tradition of pairing Holland with established MCU heroes—following in the footsteps of Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury, and Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange. ‎ ‎Michael Mando will also return as the Scorpion, a character he first portrayed i...

‎American Eagle has issued a public clarification in response to the growing online firestorm surrounding its Sydney Sweeney “great jeans” campaign, which has sparked a national conversation about wordplay, celebrity branding, and cultural sensitivity. The brand’s statement was posted to Instagram, emphasizing that the ad was intended to celebrate self-expression through fashion—not to provoke ideological debate. ‎ American Eagle responds to controversy over Sydney Sweeney ad, clarifying the campaign’s intent as online debate over “genes” vs. “jeans” spreads. ‎American Eagle ‎ ‎“Our campaign was always about the jeans—Sydney’s jeans—and the confidence people bring when they wear them,” the company wrote. “Great jeans look good on everyone.” The post, published Friday, aims to reaffirm the brand’s inclusive messaging in the face of intensifying scrutiny. ‎ ‎The viral campaign clip features Sweeney delivering a tongue-in-cheek monologue: “Genes are passed down from parents to...

‎Sean “Diddy” Combs’ defense team is now asking a federal judge to throw out the guilty verdicts that could land the music mogul behind bars for two decades. In a new 64-page legal filing submitted this week, his lawyers are challenging the application of the Mann Act, calling it an “unprecedented” use of the law in Combs’ case. ‎ ‎ Sean Combs’ legal team files motion challenging Mann Act verdict, seeking acquittal or new trial months before October sentencing in federal case. ‎Frazer Harrison/Getty Images ‎ ‎The motion arrives months ahead of his scheduled sentencing on October 3. The legal team argues that Combs was convicted only on two counts tied to interstate transportation for the purpose of prostitution. Jurors rejected the broader allegations of racketeering and sex trafficking that had been the cornerstone of the government’s sweeping case. ‎ ‎Combs’ attorneys contend the government overreached by applying the Mann Act to conduct they say lacked both a commercial ...

‎Amazon MGM has announced the casting of Lily James alongside Chris Hemsworth in the upcoming submarine thriller Subversion, directed by Patrick Vollrath. Production is set to commence this September in Australia. ‎ ‎ Lily James joins Chris Hemsworth in ‘Subversion,’ a high-stakes submarine thriller directed by Patrick Vollrath, filming this fall in Australia. ‎Swan Gallet/WWD/Getty Images; Jeff Spicer/Getty Images ‎ ‎Andrew Ferguson penned the screenplay for Subversion, which has been described as a “Die Hard on a submarine” style thriller. The plot centers on a once-promising naval commander, portrayed by Hemsworth, who becomes ensnared in a dangerous game after being blackmailed by a cartel-like organization. Tasked with piloting a submarine laden with illegal cargo through international waters, the commander faces relentless threats both inside the vessel and from external forces. ‎ ‎The tension escalates as the naval officer is pursued by a determined Coast Guard offic...

‎Legacy sequels often struggle to find their footing between nostalgia and reinvention, and The Naked Gun reboot is no exception. Directed by Akiva Schaffer, this revival attempts to graft a convoluted crime plot onto the franchise’s classic barrage of slapstick and deadpan parody. The result is uneven, but there’s enough inspired silliness — and just enough plot to hang it on — to keep the audience engaged. ‎ ‎ The Naked Gun reboot fumbles its plot but scores laughs, as Liam Neeson plays it straight and Pamela Anderson steals scenes in this messy but funny revival. ‎Paramount ‎ ‎The film opens with a bank robbery sequence that tries to blend physical comedy with high-stakes action. It’s an effective table-setter, though many of the best gags already appeared in the trailer. The incident eventually ties into the suspicious death of a tech engineer whose electric vehicle crashes under mysterious circumstances. His sister, Beth Davenport (Pamela Anderson), believes foul play ...

‎Bunnie XO is directly addressing online backlash targeting her affectionate moment with Jelly Roll at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards. During a new episode of her Dumb Blonde podcast, the podcast host and social media personality pushed back against accusations that her relationship with the country singer is performative. ‎ ‎ Jelly Roll, Bunnie Xo at the 60th Academy Of Country Music Awards held at the Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas. ‎Gilbert Flores ‎ ‎Comments erupted after footage surfaced showing the couple sharing only a quick peck on the red carpet. Rather than a full-on kiss, the brief moment drew claims from trolls alleging their relationship was staged. Bunnie quoted some of the negative remarks on her show, saying, “They’re like, ‘She’s not really with him, that was a fake kiss, this is fake love.’” ‎ ‎The influencer offered perspective on the reality of red carpet appearances, noting the pressure of facing hundreds of camera fl...

‎Brooke Hogan, daughter of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, will reportedly not inherit any portion of her late father’s $25 million estate after requesting to be removed from his will. This surprising decision, first revealed by TMZ on July 29, 2023, sheds light on the complex family dynamics and trust issues that influenced Brooke’s choice. ‎ ‎ Brooke Hogan chose to be removed from Hulk Hogan’s $25 million will to avoid conflict, prioritizing family peace over financial inheritance. ‎Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic via Getty Images; Rob Kim/Getty Images for Fanatics ‎ ‎Sources close to the Hogan family and Brooke’s husband, Steven Oleksy, have confirmed that Brooke’s request stemmed from a desire to avoid entanglement in potential legal and financial disputes following her father’s passing. According to the source, Brooke “didn’t trust the people around him and didn’t want to be involved in a financial battle when he passed.” The decision was motivated by Brooke’s wish to protect Hulk...