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Back to the Future II Caused a Lawsuit That Changed Hollywood Forever
Robert Zemeckis' Back to the Future was a massive hit back in 1985, the year's highest-grossing film in fact – and for many reasons. Chief among those reasons was the spot-on casting from the two leads—Michael J. Fox and Christopher…
Patrick Ta Gets Real About Fame And Staying Humble In Hollywood
It's a Thursday night in the middle of June 2024, and a who's who of Los Angeles influencers arrive in droves to a Hollywood event space. Greeted with champagne, eager guests take in the sounds of a live violinist, and a view of white walls, and…
Prince William crowned sexiest bald man of the year beating Hollywood heartthrob
The Prince of Wales has dethroned a huge Hollywood star to claim the top spot of the sexiest bald man alive. Prince William, 42, stole the crown for the second year in a row after a study based on search traffic and physical traits listed the top…
The former Hollywood exec looking to transform Sega into the next Disney
As part of its latest financial report, Sega highlighted that it plans on building on the current momentum of its games business by 'accelerating the transmedia development of the group's IP.' This strengthening of its transmedia strategy has been…
Sita R Menon: 'There Are Some Conversations With Hollywood
'Hopefully, in 10 years, I will cross over.' 'I'll be doing Hindi stuff, but hopefully, global projects too.' Citadel: Honey Bunny Writer Sita R Menon takes us behind the scenes of the spy thriller series in an extensive, multi-part interview. She…
Amanda Seyfried reveals why she left Hollywood to live on a farm in upstate New York
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which…
Didion & Babitz: How Two Of LA's Finest Writers Handled Hollywood
Eve Babitz, the “dowager groupie” who wrote Slow Days, Fast Company and was known for her relationships with the likes of The Doors' frontman Jim Morrison and Steve Martin, and Joan Didion, the author of Play It As It Lays and The…
Universal Studios in Hollywood offering 'Wicked' experience
As fans wait for the Nov. 22 release of “Wicked” the movie, Universal Studios in Hollywood turned pink and green Tuesday, offering themed food, drinks and merchandise. Visitors to the theme park can enjoy limited-time menu items…
Susan Sarandon says she's been blacklisted in Hollywood after anti-Jewish remarks
Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon admitted her career has suffered since she made controversial remarks about Jewish people at a pro-Palestinian rally last year. 'I was dropped by my agency, my projects were pulled,' Sarandon told British…
Inbetweeners almost signed Hollywood star in lead role - but said he was 'too handsome'
The Inbetweeners was an overnight success in the late noughties The Inbetweeners was an iconic sitcom that left its audiences in hysterics 10 years ago. The Channel 4 classic followed new student Will McKenzie (played by Simon Bird) as he starts…
Nicole Kidman Puts an Elegant Twist on Hollywood's NSFW Naked Dress Trend
Nicole Kidman wore a see-through dress with white floral appliques. She gave the naked dress a bit more coverage, layering it over a white mini.
Prince William crowned sexiest bald man alive again - beating Hollywood heartthrob
Prince William is the sexiest bald man alive for 2024, claims research The Prince of Wales was crowned the sexiest bald man alive for the second year in a row, beating one of Hollywood 's most sought-after heartthrobs, a new study has revealed.
Hollywood is planning a Sam Bankman-Fried movie based on Going Infinite
Sam “SBF” Bankman-Fried may still be looking at 25 years in prison, but production companies are reportedly developing a film based on the former FTX CEO's rise and fall from grace. According to a Nov. 12 Variety report, Apple Studios…
New Orleans to debut fleur-de-lis version of Hollywood Walk of Fame
Hollywood South is getting its own star-studded Walk of Fame. Why it matters: It's the first major initiative from Percy 'Master P' Miller, New Orleans' new entertainment ambassador. The big picture: The NOLA Walk of Fame will embed fleur-de-lis…
John Mayer, McG Team to Buy Historic Jim Henson Lot in Hollywood for $60M
John Mayer and McG have found their Rainbow Connection. The Grammy-winning singer and filmmaker have swooped in to buy the historic Hollywood home of The Muppets. “John Mayer and McG are under contract to buy Henson Studios,” a…
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