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Disney Finds ‘Little Mermaid’ Star in Singer Halle Bailey

Rob Marshall will direct the live-action musical. Singer-actress Halle Bailey will be part of Disney’s world. Bailey, who with her sister forms R&B duo Chloe x Halle, has nabbed the starring role in Disney’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, and will play the role of Ariel, the rebellious daughter of King Triton who longs to live on dry land.The decision was made today, with … Continue reading Disney Finds ‘Little Mermaid’ Star in Singer Halle Bailey

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The Lion King – Cast & Characters

I cannot wait!! James Earl Jones … Mufasa (voice) [How dare they not create one for him!] Donald Glover … Simba (voice) Beyoncé … Nala (voice) JD McCrary … Young Simba (voice) Shahadi Wright Joseph … Young Nala (voice) Alfre Woodard … Sarabi (voice) Chiwetel Ejiofor … Scar (voice) Seth Rogen … Pumbaa (voice) | Billy Eichner … Timon (voice)   John Oliver … Zazu … Continue reading The Lion King – Cast & Characters

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Cast of ‘Spider-Man’ Surprises Children’s Hospital in Costume

OMG, this is just too adorable for words! ~ V There were high-fives, autographs, backflips, selfies and a lot of affection from Tom Holland, Zendaya and Jake Gyllenhaal. Spider-Man: Far From Home stars Tom Holland, Zendaya and Jake Gyllenhaal recently dropped by Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles and made the day of numerous fans. Wearing their Far From Home costumes, the stars visited with various … Continue reading Cast of ‘Spider-Man’ Surprises Children’s Hospital in Costume

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The 10 Highest Fan-Rated Episodes of ‘Outlander’ (PHOTOS)

Outlander has had many great episodes over the course of four seasons since premiering in 2014, and according to fans it’s been consistent. Taking a look at the fan ratings on IMDb has proven that the show’s top 10 episodes are for the most part spread evenly throughout all of the seasons. In the gallery above we take a look at the top 10 fan-rated episodes and … Continue reading The 10 Highest Fan-Rated Episodes of ‘Outlander’ (PHOTOS)

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Outlander star has soft spot for Ayrshire locations

Star of hit TV series Outlander Scott Kyle has said his time filming the successful show at Dunure harbour was among his favourite locations. Scott, who plays Ross in the cult show, was filming in Dunure for the Amazon Prime show that has gained devoted followers all over the world. And Scott, believes Scotland and the locations, including Dunure are part of its success. It’s … Continue reading Outlander star has soft spot for Ayrshire locations

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“Universal Was Not Afraid”: Spike Lee Reflects on the Fearmongering That First Met ‘Do the Right Thing’

I cannot believe this movie is 30-years-old and we are STILL dealing with this crap today! ~ Vida As the racial drama turns 30 this year, the team behind the groundbreaking $6.5 million film looks back at the turbulent debate over its divisiveness and the rejected ending that Paramount executives had sought: “I said, ‘Hell, no f***ing way.’” Universal is pulling out all the stops … Continue reading “Universal Was Not Afraid”: Spike Lee Reflects on the Fearmongering That First Met ‘Do the Right Thing’

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‘You Don’t Own Me,’ A Feminist Anthem With Civil Rights Roots, Is All About Empathy

This story is part of American Anthem, a yearlong series on songs that rouse, unite, celebrate and call to action. Find more at NPR.org/Anthem. There’s a certain kind of song you just want to crank up after a bad breakup or a rough day at work. In 1963, a young singer renowned for a hit about getting ditched at a party unleashed just such an … Continue reading ‘You Don’t Own Me,’ A Feminist Anthem With Civil Rights Roots, Is All About Empathy

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Terry Dresbach On Creating The Look of ‘Outlander’

I’ve loved every costume Terry, Nina and crew have made thus far for the show, especially S4. They deserve all the awards in the world. ~ Vida For over four years, costume designer Terry Dresbach has created the costumes for the cast of Outlander. Time-travel, continents and centuries meant Dresbach was always planning ahead. It also meant she had to be a huge fan of the books … Continue reading Terry Dresbach On Creating The Look of ‘Outlander’

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Outlander: How David Berry found ‘closure’ with Sophie Skelton at the end of S4

Yes, you read the title correctly. David Berry decided to find closure for Grey his own way . . . When Brianna reunited with Roger in the season 4 finale of Outlander, fans didn’t get to see Lord John Grey’s reaction and how his services as a fill-in husband were no longer needed. So actor David Berry, who plays Grey, decided to seek a little … Continue reading Outlander: How David Berry found ‘closure’ with Sophie Skelton at the end of S4

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Outlander’s Sophie Skelton Talks Brianna Being Misunderstood and Forgiving Jamie

The Droughtlander continues while the cast and crew film season five of Outlander in Scotland, which will be based on Diana Gabaldon’s The Fiery Cross. But they did take a break from filming for Sam Heughan (Jamie), Caitriona Balfe (Claire), Sophie Skelton (Brianna), Richard Rankin (Roger), executive producer Maril Davis, executive producer/writer Toni Graphia and production designer Jon Gary Steele to attend Starz’s FYC event in Century City, Calif., to promote season four of Outlander for the current … Continue reading Outlander’s Sophie Skelton Talks Brianna Being Misunderstood and Forgiving Jamie

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Crosswalk the Musical in Paris – Les Misérables

This is the funniest thing I’ve seen in a long time. ~ Vida James Corden takes his theater company across The English Channel to Paris for a very special edition of Crosswalk the Musical. James and the gang grab their flags for a performance of Les Misérables set in an actual crosswalk with the iconic Arc de Triomphe as their backdrop. ~ Video via The … Continue reading Crosswalk the Musical in Paris – Les Misérables

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‘Pose’ Producer Janet Mock Signs Groundbreaking Overall Deal With Netflix

The agreement makes Mock the first out transgender creator to sign such a pact with a major media company. Netflix has signed Janet Mock to an overall deal, marking the first such pact between an openly transgender creator and a major media company. Mock, a writer, director and producer on FX’s Pose and human rights activist, has inked a three-year deal with Netflix that will … Continue reading ‘Pose’ Producer Janet Mock Signs Groundbreaking Overall Deal With Netflix

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“We Were Warped Out of Our Minds”: ‘In Living Color’ Stars Recall

Twenty-five years after the groundbreaking sketch show left the airwaves in a blaze of controversy and conflict, the cast and crew share never-told behind-the-scenes stories of the series that execs pitched to Keenen Ivory Wayans as a “black ‘Laugh-In.’” Keenen Ivory Wayans wasn’t looking to do a TV show. In 1988, he was riding high on the success of his cult hit I’m Gonna Git You … Continue reading “We Were Warped Out of Our Minds”: ‘In Living Color’ Stars Recall

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Netflix Says ‘When They See Us’ Has Been Most-Watched Show in U.S. Since Premiere

Congrats to her and the crew! This is fabulous. ~ Vida “When They See Us,” Ava DuVernay’s dramatization of the wrongful arrest and conviction of five black teenagers in New York City after the rape of a Central Park jogger 20 years ago, has been the most-viewed series on Netflix for the past 13 days. “‘When They See Us’ has been the most-watched series on … Continue reading Netflix Says ‘When They See Us’ Has Been Most-Watched Show in U.S. Since Premiere

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