Disney's live-action "Lilo & Stitch" remake has crossed $1 billion worldwide, becoming the first Hollywood film of 2025 to achieve this milestone. The film, initially slated for streaming, grossed $416.1 million domestically and $584.8 million internationally. Its success follows a similar trajectory to "Moana 2," another Disney film...
Despite grossing $250 million worldwide, Superman's box office performance is considered underwhelming by Warner Bros., particularly its $95 million international haul. While a US success, its international numbers fall short of expectations for a film intended to relaunch the DC Universe. A predicted sharp drop in its second weekend...
Connie Francis, the iconic 1950s and 60s pop star known for hits like "Pretty Little Baby" and "Who's Sorry Now?", passed away at 87. Her death was announced by her publicist, Ron Roberts, following a recent hospitalization. Francis recently enjoyed a TikTok resurgence with "Pretty Little Baby." ...
Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion publicly confirmed their relationship at the rapper's Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York. The couple, who previously hinted at their romance on social media, made their red carpet debut, sharing a kiss and posing for photos. Megan, glowing in a...
Ari Aster's new film, "Eddington," depicts a fictional New Mexico town grappling with pandemic-era tensions and divisions. Starring Pedro Pascal and Joaquin Phoenix, the film portrays a clash between those enforcing public health measures and those resisting them. Aster, drawing from his own experiences during the pandemic, explores...
Universal and Christopher Nolan are breaking new ground in Hollywood marketing. Tickets for Nolan's upcoming film, "The Odyssey," went on sale a full year in advance, exclusively for IMAX 70mm screenings. This unprecedented move follows the success of "Oppenheimer," which spurred IMAX to upgrade its 70mm film technology. ...
A New York judge dismissed Blake Lively's claims against Texas-based PR specialist Jed Wallace, citing lack of jurisdiction. Lively accused Wallace of participating in a smear campaign orchestrated by Justin Baldoni's PR team. The judge ruled that Wallace's actions didn't provide grounds for a New York lawsuit. Lively can...
Following online bullying targeting its cast, "The Summer I Turned Pretty" issued a PSA warning fans against hate speech, harassment, and doxxing, threatening bans from the show's community. This follows similar warnings from other shows like "Love Island USA." The show's immense popularity, fueled by its love triangle...
Box office projections show a challenging weekend for new releases. James Gunn's "Superman" is expected to see a significant drop in its second weekend, grossing around $60 million. Paramount's "Smurfs" reboot, starring Rihanna, is predicted to open in the single digits to $12 million, underperforming previous installments. Sony's remake...
Dan Rivera, a 54-year-old paranormal investigator and lead investigator for the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR), died suddenly on Sunday in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Rivera was leading a tour featuring the allegedly haunted Annabelle doll at the time. His death occurred in his hotel room; the cause...
