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Mel Gibson selects Lionsgate as studio partner for 'The Resurrection of the Christ'
Mel Gibson has selected Lionsgate as the studio partner for his upcoming film 'The Resurrection of the Christ'.
The actor and director, 67, has been planning the follow-up to his 2004 movie 'The Passion of the Christ' for years and has now decided his Icon Productions banner will collaborate with Lionsgate on the sequel, continuing a long-...Read more

Sylvester Stallone joins unions group to urge Donald Trump to back movie industry
Sylvester Stallone has joined a coalition of Hollywood unions and industry leaders to urge Donald Trump to support tax incentives aimed at revitalising the movie and TV business.
The actor, 78, was recently appointed by Trump, also 78, alongside big-screen veteran Jon Voight, 86 - a longtime supporter of U.S. President Trump - as "special ...Read more

Gwyneth Paltrow hails her daughter Apple Martin her 'ray of sunshine' on her 21st birthday
Gwyneth Paltrow has hailed her daughter Apple Martin her "ray of sunshine" on her 21st birthday.
The 52-year-old actress had the girl along with son Moses Martin, 19, with her Coldplay frontman ex-husband Chris Martin and marked her daughter's milestone date with a series of photos and videos posted to her Instagram.
They were accompanied by ...Read more

Hulk Hogan undergoes neck surgery, Hulk Hogan has undergone neck surgery.
Hulk Hogan has undergone neck surgery.
The wrestling icon, 71, born Terry Bollea, is recovering well after reportedly having the procedure on Wednesday (14.05.25) - with his representatives describing the procedure as a "little fusion" aimed at helping him "feel a little better".
He's said to have been back at work within 24 hours, and Hulk's ...Read more

Chris Brown arrested in UK for allegedly smashing tequila bottle over music producer's head in 2023
LOS ANGELES — Chris Brown is facing the music for allegedly smashing a tequila bottle over a music producer's head at a London nightclub two years ago. The R&B star was arrested in connection to the incident early Thursday.
The Metropolitan Police force confirmed in a Thursday statement shared with multiple outlets that officers arrested the ...Read more

Comedian Theo Von grabs man's throat in bar altercation
NEW YORK — Comedian Theo Von was caught on camera recently grabbing the throat of a man at a Nashville bar.
Footage obtained by TMZ on Wednesday shows the 45-year-old podcaster at The Twelve Thirty Club on May 2, arguing with a man holding a bouquet of birthday balloons. Von then thrusts the man away before the video cuts to Von shoving him ...Read more

Joe Don Baker, actor who wielded a big stick in 'Walking Tall,' dies at 89
LOS ANGELES — Joe Don Baker, the leading man turned character actor who broke out playing Sheriff Buford Pusser in the 1973 movie “Walking Tall,” has died, his family announced online.
The Texas-born tough guy died May 7 at age 89. No cause of death was given. Baker lived in Southern California when he died.
“Joe Don was a beacon of ...Read more

Beyoncé is in town for 3 shows at Chicago's Soldier Field for her Cowboy Carter tour. Here's what to know
CHICAGO — Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour” opens in Chicago this week, with shows Thursday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
At the nearly three-hours concert at Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, fans can expect a deep-dive into Beyoncé’s album of the year winner, with country music and, of course...Read more

Best summer pop music concerts at the Jersey Shore
PHILADELPHIA — This summer’s busy music schedule at the Shore is without any oversize Atlantic City beach concerts for the second year running. But there’s plenty of action in casino showrooms, Cape May concert series, clubs in Asbury Park, and on the A.C. Boardwalk.
And if it’s a toes-in-the-sand music festival you seek, the Barefoot ...Read more

Chris Brown arrested in England 2 years after alleged assault
Chris Brown was arrested Thursday in Manchester, England, in connection with an alleged bottle-throwing incident two years prior.
Law enforcement sources told TMZ that the 36-year-old controversial singer — who has a history of assault arrests — attacked music producer Abe Diaw in February 2023 at London’s Tape nightclub.
Brown was taken...Read more

AMAs to honor Janet Jackson just as Las Vegas residency closes
LAS VEGAS — The stage is set for Janet Jackson, whether it’s picking up a career award or headlining a career-spanning production on the Strip.
Jackson will be honored for 50 years in show business with the Icon Award at the American Music Awards on May 26. Jennifer Lopez hosts the show in its first appearance in Las Vegas at Fontainebleau�...Read more

Jeremy Allen White wants to host Saturday Night Live
Jeremy Allen White wants to guest host 'Saturday Night Live'.
The 'Bear' star was recently in the audience of the long-running sketch series to watch his friend Quinta Brunson at the helm and he admitted he would be "honoured" if he was to be invited to present himself.
He told 'Extra': "I've thought about it, yes. I grew up in New York, I ...Read more

Francis Rossi fears running out of money
Francis Rossi is "scared s***less" of running out of money.
The Status Quo rocker, who turns 76 later this month, has no plans to retire from making music or performing live because he is "constantly" worried about his financial security.
He told The Guardian newspaper: "The thing that worries me constantly is: will I have enough money if I ...Read more

James Bond star Joe Don Baker dies aged 89
James Bond actor Joe Don Baker has died at the age of 89.
The star, who featured in three 007 films and appeared alongside Timothy Dalton and Pierce Brosnan in the blockbusters, passed away on May 7.
Baker first appeared in Bond in the 1987 movie 'The Living Daylights' as he portrayed the crazed arms dealer antagonist Brad Whitaker.
He ...Read more

Tyler Henry undergoes brain surgery
Tyler Henry has undergone surgery to remove a brain tumour.
The celebrity medium has reassured fans he has a "great prognosis" and his operation was a "success" after doctors discovered a colloid tumour near the centre of his brain.
Sharing a smiling photo of himself in his hospital bed, Tyler wrote on Instagram on Thursday (15.05.25): "Brain...Read more

In first 'Ironheart' trailer, Riri Williams is ready to build something iconic
LOS ANGELES — "Ironheart" may have been delayed, but it appears she won't be denied.
Marvel Television released the teaser trailer for "Ironheart" on Wednesday, giving audiences their first proper look at the upcoming show staring Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams. The series was announced back in 2020 before the character made her Marvel ...Read more

Bruce Springsteen calls Trump administration 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous' in European tour opener
PHILADELPHIA — Bruce Springsteen’s set of European tour dates, that he kicked off with the E Street Band in Manchester, England, on Wednesday night, is called the Land of Hope and Dreams Tour.
The name is taken from a gospel-fired song that has been a Springsteen live staple for decades. It holds fast in its belief that the American ...Read more

Television Q&A: Will Fox's 'Accused' return from recess?
You have questions. I have some answers.
Q: Will the Fox show “Accused” be coming back? In my opinion it was an excellent show, very interesting and thought-provoking.
A: The trial-of-the-week drama is not part of the plans Fox has announced for 2025-26, but the network did not entirely close the door on the show, from producer Howard ...Read more

Justin Bieber was near 'financial collapse' when he sold catalog for $200 million
NEW YORK — Justin Bieber was reportedly very nearly broke before selling his catalog for $200 million two years ago.
Insiders in the “Love Yourself” pop star’s camp told TMZ’s “What Happened to Justin Bieber” doc that he was on the brink of “financial collapse” when he made the sale to Hipgnosis Songs Capital. Bieber, 31, had ...Read more

The ultimate guide to this weekend's Electric Daisy Carnival
LAS VEGAS — It’s here, and as always, we’re there.
Electric Daisy Carnival is back, and somehow the biggest electronic dance music festival in the country just keeps getting bigger as it envelops Las Vegas Motor Speedway in a cocoon of light, sound, flesh and fireworks from dusk till dawn this weekend.
This year, EDC expands to a record ...Read more