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Call of Duty director Peter Berg vows 'no superhero soldiers' as he reveals gritty plans for $35bn gaming franchise's Hollywood blockbuster

Peter Berg has promised his forthcoming Call of Duty film will steer clear of superhero-style soldiers.

Instead, he insisted the military blockbuster will explore the psychological and human cost of warfare rather than turn its characters into comic book action heroes.

The 62-year-old filmmaker, best known for directing Lone Survivor and ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Walter Koenig, the actor who became a science fiction favourite playing Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series, has had an emotional tribute paid to him by his longtime friend and former co-star George Takei after his death aged 90

Star Trek legend Walter Koenig's death aged 90 prompts emotional tribute from his former co-star George Takei

Walter Koenig, the actor who became a science fiction favourite playing Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series, has had an emotional tribute paid to him by his longtime friend and former co-star George Takei after his death aged 90.

The actor passed away on Sunday (25.10.26) at his home in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Adam Brody has admitted he regrets his decidedly unromantic proposal to wife Leighton Meester

Adam Brody admits Leighton Meester 'deserved a little more' as he reveals proposal regret

Adam Brody has admitted he regrets his decidedly unromantic proposal to wife Leighton Meester.

Revealing their whirlwind engagement lacked the grand gesture he now believes she deserved, the 46-year-old actor discussed his relationship with Leighton, 40, during Monday's (26.10.26) episode of the Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard podcast, where ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Eric Bauza has been remembered as a devoted guardian of the Looney Tunes legacy in an emotional tribute from producer Chris DeFaria, who said the voice actor's sudden death had left him heartbroken and the animation industry without one of its most remarkable talents.

Looney Tunes star Eric Bauza hailed as 'great voice' by ex-Warner Bros boss

Eric Bauza has been remembered as a devoted guardian of the Looney Tunes legacy in an emotional tribute from producer Chris DeFaria, who said the voice actor's sudden death had left him heartbroken and the animation industry without one of its most remarkable talents.

The Emmy-winning performer, 46, who voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig ...Read more

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Walter Koenig, 'Star Trek' franchise's original Chekov, dies at 90

Walter Koenig, the "Star Trek" franchise's original Chekov, died Sunday of natural causes at his home in North Hollywood. He was 90.

"Walter helped inspire audiences with his optimism, humor, and adventurous spirit. Beyond 'Star Trek,' his long and distinguished career showcased his versatility as an actor and his genuine love for his craft," ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Chrishell Stause has announced her split from Australian musician G Flip

Chrishell Stause admits split from G Flip

Chrishell Stause has announced her split from Australian musician G Flip.

Revealing she is still struggling to understand why their four-year romance has fallen apart, the 45-year-old Selling Sunset star announced the separation in an emotional Instagram video on Monday (26.10.26), fighting back tears as she addressed fans.

Chrishell and G ...Read more

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Tom Brady, Candice Swanepoel have been dating since June: report

Football hero Tom Brady and supermodel Candice Swanepoel have reportedly been dating since June.

The pair have kept the relationship quiet by spending time together in Indian Creek, Fla., 30 minutes outside of South Beach, rather than busier areas where they’re more likely to be photographed, according to TMZ.

Swanepoel would be at least the...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Meghan Markle could be heading back to Australia for another television appearance - with the Duchess of Sussex reportedly lined up to help host the next series of Junior MasterChef

Meghan Markle tipped for Junior MasterChef TV comeback as father's child abuse scandal deepens

Meghan Markle could be heading back to Australia for another television appearance - with the Duchess of Sussex reportedly lined up to help host the next series of Junior MasterChef.

The 45-year-old former actress, who has relocated from California to Britain with Prince Harry, 42, and their children, Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet,...Read more

Alexa Chung reveals she may have 'haunted' engagement ring from Tom Sturridge as she prepares to marry Sienna Miller's ex

Alexa Chung has confirmed her engagement to actor Tom Sturridge - revealing her fiancé proposed with an antique Tudor diamond ring a friend warned could be haunted.

The model and television presenter, 42, has been in a relationship with Tom, 40, for four years, with speculation about their engagement circulating since 2023.

Alexa has now ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Mario Lopez has revealed the royalty cheques he receives from Saved by the Bell are sometimes worth less than the cost of posting them

Mario Lopez reveals Saved by the Bell royalty cheques are worth less than postage

Mario Lopez has revealed the royalty cheques he receives from Saved by the Bell are sometimes worth less than the cost of posting them.

The actor and television presenter, 53, played popular high school wrestler A.C. Slater in the NBC comedy, which ran from 1989 to 1993 and helped launch the careers of several young stars.

He has now spoken ...Read more

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Laika's PG-13 'Wildwood' opens to nearly $12 million, testing audiences' appetite for mature animation

LOS ANGELES — Audiences for animated movies are proving to be more diverse than the industry expected.

Over the weekend, Laika, the Oscar-nominated studio behind movies like “Coraline” and “ParaNorman,” released its newest feature film, “Wildwood.” The original animated feature, which received a rare PG-13 rating, landed in third ...Read more

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Fox News hosts Sean Hannity and Ainsley Earhardt marry

The wedding of Fox News hosts Sean Hannity and Ainsley Earhardt took place over the weekend at the Florida church where he proposed two years ago.

The couple originally bonded over shared religious beliefs and dated privately for years before getting engaged at Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea in Palm Beach, Florida, in December 2024, according to...Read more

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'All My Children' star Alan Dysert dies at age 75 after cancer diagnosis

Alan Dysert, known to “All My Children” fans as con-man Sean Cudahy, has died at age 75, three years after revealing he was beating back “incurable cancer.”

“My heart is broken as I share that my beloved husband, Alan, passed away on October 23, 2026,” his wife, Michele Dysert, wrote on his Facebook account early Monday. “While I ...Read more

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Walter Koenig, who played Chekov on 'Star Trek,' dies at 90

“Star Trek” actor Walter Koenig has died. He was 90.

The New York City raised performer who played Ensign Pavel Chekov in the original version of the 1960s sci-fi drama died Sunday in the company of loved ones.

“Today we mourn the passing of Walter Koenig, whose talent, warmth, and unforgettable performances left a lasting mark on ...Read more

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'Generational talent': Eric Bauza, versatile voice actor known for modern take on 'Looney Tunes' characters, dies at 46

LOS ANGELES — Voice actor Eric Bauza, whose career spanned more than two decades and includes roles in animated series “Unikitty!,” “Rick and Morty” and, most notably, fresh takes on the “Looney Tunes” franchise, has died.

Bauza died Sunday in his home of hypertensive cardiovascular disease, the Los Angeles Medical Examiner’s ...Read more

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Jenna Ortega nearly suffered nasty injury after filming Iron Man 3

Jenna Ortega almost "fell on" her face after being left "limping" following filming for Iron Man 3.

The actress was nine when she made a small appearance in the 2013 movie as Vice President Rodriguez's (Miguel Ferrer's) granddaughter, who is a wheelchair user after losing her leg, and Jenna could not wait to start shooting her scene.

Speaking ...Read more

Natalie Portman breaks silence on her 'magical' baby with Tanguy Destable

Natalie Portman is "full of wonder and joy" at her "magical" first baby with musician Tanguy Destable.

The couple welcomed their first child together in August, and their bundle of joy has given the 45-year-old actress a fresh appreciation on motherhood.

Natalie is also mom to her and 49-year-old ex-husband, dancer Benjamin Millepied's son ...Read more

Noel Gallagher's daughter Anais Gallagher rushed to hospital 'struggling to breathe' after cinema incident

Noel Gallagher's daughter Anais Gallagher was rushed to hospital after a frightening police incident at a cinema left her "struggling to breathe" for nearly two days.

The 26-year-old model abandoned the Verity showing at Cineworld Leicester Square in London after police officers bearing torches entered before scanning the audience and asking if...Read more

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Shake-ups and layoffs reveal a culture clash inside Netflix

LOS ANGELES -- As Netflix grapples with fallout from historic layoffs and upheaval in its senior executive ranks, the streaming giant is facing mounting scrutiny from investors about its growth strategy, diversification plans and response to rising competition from the likes of YouTube.

But the biggest challenge confronting the Los Gatos, ...Read more

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Eric Bauza, voice of modern Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, dies at age 46

Actor Eric Bauza, the Emmy-winning voice behind next-generation Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and a host of other Looney Tunes characters in dozens of cartoons and movies, has died at 46 years old.

His family announced his sudden death on his Instagram account late Sunday.

“Eric Bauza, Emmy Award-winning voice actor and the modern voice of iconic ...Read more