Month: February 2021

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‘Black Panther’ director developing Wakanda TV series for Disney+

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“Black Panther” director and co-writer Ryan Coogler is developing a television series set in the movie’s fictional futuristic kingdom of Wakanda. The Walt Disney Co said that in a statement that the new series for the Disney+ streaming service will be created as part of a five-year television deal with Coogler’s Proximity Media production company. 

Coogler is currently working on a movie sequel to 2018 blockbuster “Black Panther,” which is scheduled to arrive in theaters in July 2022. The original “Black Panther” took in $1.3 billion at box offices around the world and earned a best picture nomination at the Oscars. The movie starred the late Chadwick Boseman, and Marvel Studios have confirmed that the role will not be recast following Boseman’s death in August 2020.

Disney said in December that it plans to release 10 new TV series each in the Marvel and Star Wars franchises.  No release date was announced for the “Wakanda” series under development. 

TV series set in ‘Black Panther’ Kingdom of Wakanda destined for Disney+ streaming service

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The Kingdom of Wakanda is staking out turf on the Disney + streaming service. A TV series set in…
 

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Legendary Actor Hal Holbrook Passes Away at 95

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Legendary actor, Hal Holbrook has passed away at the age of 95. Holbrook reportedly died back on January 23rd in his Beverly Hills home as revealed by his longtime assistant this week to the New York Times.

Holbrook was a multi-Emmy winning actor, playing iconic figures such as Mark Twain and Abraham Lincoln; he won a Tony and an Emmy, respectively, for those portrayals. He appeared in numerous films including All the President’s Men and Into the Wild, and starred with Martin Sheen in the groundbreaking 1972 TV movie That Certain Summer, in which they portrayed a gay couple. Holbrook appeared on the 1980s sitcom Designing Women. starring with his wife, actress Dixie Carter, who died in 2010. His final screen roles came on television when he was 92 on Grey’s Anatomy and Hawaii Five-0.

Holbrook is survived by three children, two stepdaughters, two grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.

All The President’s Men actor Hal Holbrook dies

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Ariana Grande Reveals ‘Positions’ Deluxe Edition To Drop Soon

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Ariana Grande is gearing up to release the deluxe edition of her recent album, Positions. Grande shared the news on Instagram last night, revealing five new songs to be added to the tracklist. One of these is the Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion remix of “34+35,” which recently peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, along with four other tracks yet to be revealed.

Grande didn’t share an exact release date, but her “Happy February” caption likely indicates that the extended version of the album will be out this month. Positions is Grande’s sixth album, and her third in just over two years. The project debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and also features collabs from The Weeknd and Ty Dolla $ign.

Ariana Grande Teases Deluxe Edition of Album With Four New ‘Positions’

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Ariana Grande has some new positions for you. The singer teased that a deluxe edition of her…
 

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Post Malone leads a star-studded cast for Bud Light’s epic Super Bowl commercial

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Post Malone, along with Cedric the Entertainer and many other legendary ‘characters’ from Bud Light commercials in years past, are teaming up for an epic new ad this year. Malone said:  “Back again with Bud Light for Super Bowl LV, honored to share the screen with such legends.” Cedric the Entertainer said, “I can’t believe it’s been twenty years since some of my most memorable moments with my friends at Bud Light. I am thrilled to be featured in this year’s Super Bowl ad and loved reuniting with fellow Bud Light Legends to bring some fun to the game.”

Andy Goeler, VP of Marketing Bud Light, said in a statement: “Fans have loved and celebrated Bud Light’s role in the Super Bowl for decades, and this year, we’re excited to reunite iconic characters in the most epic way with this new spot. Bud Light Legends rewards those that always go the extra mile for Bud Light, the friends that bring the fun wherever they go, and those who understand the importance of good times. Today, we invite our Bud Light Legends to come along with us for the journey.”

Fans can “‘Join the Legendary’ at BudLightLegends.com for exclusive rewards, custom merch, and legendary experiences, including a chance to win tickets to Super Bowl LVI in 2022. 

Post Malone Hangs With All His Friends in 2021 Bud Light Super Bowl Ad: Watch

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Post Malone chills with all his Bud Light friends in a new Super Bowl LV commercial for his…
 

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Olivia Rodrigo tops Billboard Hot 100 for third week with “Driver’s License”

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Olivia Rodrigo topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the 3rd week in a row with her debut single “drivers license” 

The 17-year-old singer and actress’ song is the longest running No 1 of the year. It’s also the first song to debut at No 1 and spend three weeks in that spot since Ariana Grande‘s “7 Rings” back in February/March 2019. As of press time, “drivers license” is still in the top five on the iTunes songs’ chart, sitting at No 2.

Olivia recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the music video for “drivers license” which you can check out at the link – here.

Olivia Rodrigo Enters Rare Territory As ‘Drivers License’ Stays At No. 1 For A Third Week

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Olivia Rodrigo tops Billboard Hot 100 for third week with “Driver’s License”

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Olivia Rodrigo topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the 3rd week in a row with her debut single “drivers license.”

The 17-year-old singer and actress’ song is the longest running No 1 of the year. It’s also the first song to debut at No 1 and spend three weeks in that spot since Ariana Grande‘s “7 Rings” back in February/March 2019. As of press time, “drivers license” is still in the top five on the iTunes songs’ chart, sitting at No 2.

Olivia recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the music video for “drivers license” which you can check out at the link – here.

Olivia Rodrigo Enters Rare Territory As ‘Drivers License’ Stays At No. 1 For A Third Week

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Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drivers License” went rapidly from surprise hit to a…

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Rangers Defenseman Tony DeAngelo’s Altercation with Alexandar Georgiev prompts trade

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New York Rangers defenseman Tony DeAngelo was put on waivers after he got in an altercation with goalie Alexandar Georgiev on Saturday night. The incident came after a 5-4 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins with the two players separated after an altercation in the tunnel leading up to the locker room.

DeAngelo didn’t practice with the team Sunday and was waived; according to head coach David Quinn, “It’s a decision we made as an organization…This isn’t about one incident, it’s not about one thing. This is a situation the organization felt was best at this current time. We’ll see how the situation plays out.”

The move to waive DeAngelo comes after he was already benched earlier this year for a needless unsportsmanlike conduct penalty.n The 25-year-old has also been involved in controversies off the ice as well. 

Tony DeAngelo has played his last game for New York Rangers, GM Jeff Gorton says

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The New York Rangers and Tony DeAngelo are heading for a divorce after an altercation between…
 

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Boston Red Sox’s Dustin Pedroia announces retirement from MLB

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Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Monday. Pedroia, 37, announced the new in a statement from the Red Sox. The four-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion hasn’t played since 2019 due to a knee injury. He spent his entire 17-year career with the Red Sox. 

Pedroia joined the Red Sox as a second-round pick in the 2004 MLB Draft. He won the 2007 Rookie of the Year award before he earned MVP honors in 2008. Pedroia hit a career-high .326 with 17 home runs, 83 RBIs and had a league-high 213 hits and 54 doubles during his MVP campaign. He hit .299 with 140 home runs in 1,512 career appearances for the Red Sox. 

Red Sox owner John Henry said, “Dustin is so much more than his American League Most Valuable Player award, his All-Star Game selections, and the Gold Gloves he amassed throughout his impressive 17-year career in our organization. Dustin came to represent the kind of grit, passion, and competitive drive that resonates with baseball fans everywhere and especially with Red Sox fans. He played the game he loves in service to our club, its principles and in pursuit of championships. Most of all we are forever grateful to him for what he brought to our club and to our region as an important role model showing all of us how much one can accomplish with determination and hard work.”

After battling injuries for three seasons, Red Sox great Dustin Pedroia announces retirement at 37

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Kevin Hart to play opposite Cate Blanchett in upcoming ‘Borderlands’ film

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Kevin Hart has landed a role in the upcoming Lionsgate film, Borderlands. The movie studio’s Twitter feed read, “This cast is getting wild. please join me in welcoming @Kevinhart4real to the @borderlands fam!” 

Hart also celebrated the news with a tweet, posting, “This is a BIG one….So excited to be working with Cate Blanchett & Eli Roth on such an amazing project. Borderlands …..Wooooooow. God is gooooooood!!!!! Let’s goooooooo.”

Roth is directing the movie from a script by Craig Mazin. Based on the popular video game of the same name, Borderlands is a space western that follows the Vault Hunters on the distant planet Pandora.

Kevin Hart Closes Deal for ‘Borderlands’ Movie

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After playing a video game avatar in two Jumanji movies, Kevin Hart has officially signed on for…
 

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‘Saved by the Bell’ star Dustin Diamond dies at 44

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Dustin Diamond, the actor best known for portraying Screech on Saved by the Bell, has died at the age of 44.  Diamond was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in January.

Diamond’s rep confirmed the news in a statement: “We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond’s passing on Monday, February 1st, 2021 due to carcinoma. He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago. In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful.”

Diamond portrayed Screech on Saved by the Bell for four seasons from 1989 to 1993, Saved by the Bell: The College Years for one season from 1993 to 1994 and Saved by the Bell: The New Class for seven seasons from 1994 to 2000. Diamond also appeared in Celebrity Boxing 2; Celebrity Fit Club; Hulk Hogan’s Celebrity Championship Wrestling where he got into the ring with Dennis Rodman and Frank Stallone, World’s Dumbest and Celebrity Big Brother.  Diamond executive produced 2014 Lifetime film The Unauthorized Saved by the Bell Story and released the book Behind the Bell.

Dustin Diamond, “Saved by the Bell” star, has died at 44

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“Saved by the Bell” star Dustin Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma,…