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Leonardo DiCaprio’s 5 Greatest Drama Movies, Ranked
Leonardo DiCaprio‘s best movies are a mix of his comedic and dramatic skills, and a bit of action on the side. He’s versatile and transformative, capable of embodying his roles and researching them methodically, with a lot of dedication; that’s why he’s considered one of the greatest actors of today. Although he has a long and interesting filmography sitting in a wide variety of genres, his most famous movies tend to be dramas.
Whether he portrays a poor kid falling for a wealthy girl or a man returning from war, DiCaprio has some incredibly memorable dramatic roles and movies. If you’re less into his action and thrills and more into the dramatic, heavier stuff, here are Leonardo DiCaprio’s five greatest drama movies.
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‘Revolutionary Road’ (2008)
Revolutionary Road marks DiCaprio’s second collaboration and reunion with Kate Winslet, with whom he starred in Titanic for the first time. Revolutionary Road feels like “what would have happened if Jack and Rose stayed together,” though it’s a much less romantic and a lot more realistic and sad story about the evolution of a marriage. Initially, the two were reluctant to play a couple again after Titanic, for the exact fear of being equated to Jack and Rose, but in Revolutionary Road, they show incredible maturity and progress from their first collab. Sam Mendes directed this film, which was based on Richard Yates‘ 1961 novel of the same name; the movie was meant to be made that same year, which must be one of the longest noted “limbo periods” for a movie, maybe ever.
Revolutionary Road follows a couple throughout the 1940s and 1950s as their marriage falls apart due to heavy personal problems and dissatisfaction. In 1948, longshoreman Frank Wheeler meets aspiring actress April, and the two soon fall in love and marry. They move to a suburban area, meeting their neighbors, Shep (David Harbour) and Milly (Kathryn Hahn), and befriending their realtor, Helen (Kathy Bates); on the surface, they seem happy and harmonic, but Frank is tired of his mundane job, while April isn’t successful at getting acting gigs. Their personal dissatisfaction seeps into their relationship, turning it into a strained push and pull of emotions. Revolutionary Road is a difficult film but an interesting, visually gorgeous, and play-like drama worth watching. It’s also kind of underrated, considering its biggest selling point at one moment was DiCaprio and Winslet’s reunion. While their chemistry from the first collab remains, Revolutionary Road sees DiCaprio as the slightly better performer of the two, with intense dedication and vulnerability on display.
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‘The Basketball Diaries’ (1995)
The Basketball Diaries is an early film that wasn’t the most critically acclaimed but is, upon reassessment, a vital film for both the 1990s and DiCaprio’s emerging career at the time. It’s a biographical crime drama based on the autobiographical novel by Jim Carroll, who, in the book, reflects on his promising basketball career and its inevitable demise after developing a drug addiction as a teenager. The Basketball Diaries is Scott Kalvert‘s feature directorial debut, and it’s a grim and heavy story that attempts to deliver a cautionary tale while staying packed into quintessentially grunge/90s packaging, evoking the lives of so many artists who succumbed to drug addiction at the time. Even the soundtrack is packed with grunge legends, like Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and The Cult, with Carroll himself contributing his musical artistry to it. Whatever you feel about The Basketball Diaries, it’s a star-making film for DiCaprio, who is magnetic in it.
The Basketball Diaries follows Jim Carroll as a high schooler in NYC, taking part on the school’s basketball team and hanging out with his best friends, Pedro, Mickey, and Neutron (James Madio, Mark Wahlberg, and Patrick McGaw, respectively). Jim and his friends begin taking recreational drugs at school, and while no one notices at first, they soon begin showing bigger signs of addiction until they begin living on the street, begging for money and doing anything to get their next fix. Jim, privately, is artistic and enjoys writing and poetry, which soon helps him get better and get clean (spoiler, but Carroll was an adult at the time of making the film, so you could’ve guessed twice). The Basketball Diaries is a pretty realistic portrait of youth when it’s affected by addiction, and while it may not be pleasant to watch, it’s an incredible and essential film among DiCaprio’s dramas.
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‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ (2023)
The sixth collaboration between DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese happened in 2023, in Scorsese’s latest film, Killers of the Flower Moon. The seventh is coming up with What Happens at Night, which is currently filming, and there’s a short film from 2015 that stars DiCaprio and Robert De Niro as the two actors argue over who gets to make another film with Scorsese. Both starred in Killers of the Flower Moon, and while De Niro is the meanie, DiCaprio isn’t exactly the most positive character in the film, either. Both, as brilliant and impressive as they are, give way to Lily Gladstone to shine as the lead; sometimes, a great actor also knows when to pull away to give others a chance, which just makes them all the more iconic. Killers of the Flower Moon is based on real-life events that took place in Oklahoma during the late 1910s and early 1920s, when members of the Osage Nation of Oklahoma struck oil, became rich through mineral rights, and were killed off in brutal ways.
Killers of the Flower Moon opens with the story of the people of the Osage Nation discovering oil on their land, which made them wealthy at the time. However, the law needed their land to be “run” by white residents, as they were deemed incompetent; enter William Hale King (De Niro), who posed as a benefactor to the Osage Nation. After his nephew Ernest (DiCaprio) returns from WWI to live with him on his estate, William introduces him to Mollie Kyle (Gladstone), whose family has rights to the wealthy land. At first, Ernest is considered to be a mere “gold digger” but falls in love with Mollie, showing their relationship while depicting the growing danger and stress of the Osage murders. While some have considered Killers of the Flower Moon to be exploitative of the tragic narrative of the Osage murders, others found it revelatory, praising Scorsese’s efforts to include members of the Osage Nation today as advisors on the film’s narrative and details.
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‘Titanic’ (1997)
Of course, the most famous DiCaprio movie has to be Titanic, in which he stars alongside Kate Winslet. For both of them, this was a breakthrough on a global scale, starring in a beautiful but tragic romance that is still widely considered one of the most romantic movies of all time. Titanic also jumpstarted DiCaprio and Winslet’s longtime friendship, after which they collaborated on the same project once more in 2008, Revolutionary Road. James Cameron‘s drama is about the real-life ocean liner, which departed from Southampton, England on April 10, 1912, and sank not even a full five days later after clashing with an iceberg. While this timeline might break the illusion of Jack and Rose’s whirlwind romance, which is arguably one of the greatest romances ever, Titanic is still a celebration of love and life.
Titanic opens with a modern-day crew setting out to find a famous jewel they believe is still in the wreck; they don’t find the jewel, but they do find a sketch of a woman wearing it. After Rose Dawson Calvert reaches out to the crew, telling them she’s on the drawing, the story goes back to 1912, following the maiden voyage of RMS Titanic, with Rose (Winslet) boarding the ship in Southampton with her mother and American fiancé, Cal (Billy Zane). Rose is only 17, and she’s unhappy with her incoming marriage, even contemplating jumping off the ship’s stern. On one such occasion, she is stopped by Jack Dawson (DiCaprio), a poor artist; they begin to bond, becoming friends and quickly falling in love. DiCaprio and Winslet have a beautiful chemistry, and it’s hard to tell who is better out of the two; it’s like they bring the best out of each other, giving dedicated, intense, and beautiful performances.
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‘What’s Eating Gilbert Grape’ (1993)
The film that earned DiCaprio national acclaim and the title of “one to watch out for” is What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. He stars as the titular Gilbert’s younger brother, Arnie, who has a mental disability; he was so convincing in the role that, at 19, he was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar. The role of Arnie was meant to go to Corey Feldman and then Christian Bale, but while the former had issues with Johnny Depp, the latter simply couldn’t measure up to DiCaprio’s audition. He prepared for Arnie by spending time with mentally disabled kids and teens, watching them and hanging out with them to understand their lives. What’s Eating Gilbert Grape is a well-known star-maker of a film; it most notably allowed DiCaprio to find his footing in Hollywood.
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape follows the eponymous Gilbert Grape (Depp), who lives with his mother Bonnie and three out of four siblings, spending the most time with the mentally disabled Arnie. Gilbert works at a local grocery store, caring for his family full-time since his mother, grief-stricken, became obese and homebound. Caring for Arnie, his sisters, and his mother leaves Gilbert with little time for a private life; one day, he meets Becky (Juliette Lewis), and she befriends him and Arnie, helping Gilbert find himself. It’s quite a dramatic coming-of-age film, and it’s hard to watch Gilbert’s life sometimes. Although some critics have found the film predictable, it’s been lauded over and over for its immense charm and warmth, including DiCaprio’s stunning performance, which is often used to describe his talents from an early age.
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Joshua Jackson may have picked up a thing or two from “Karate Kid: Legends” … we got video of him going H.A.M. in a boxing gym with a trainer.
Watch the video … the 47-year-old actor ditched his shirt for the workout, really working up a sweat as he bobbed and weaved in the ring while throwing in some pretty impressive jabs!
He later goes to work solo on a speed bag like an old pro.
Joshua has publicly said that starring in “Karate Kid: Legends” in the role of a former boxer was a dream for him, but there’s no word on whether he’s training for another role or just really fell in love with boxing.
Either way … you’re looking great, Joshua!
Authorities have found a Florida man who went missing on Valentine’s Day shoulder-deep in muck authorities have likened to quicksand.
First responders in Palatka located Andrew Giddens on Thursday, February 26, alive at the Vulcan Materials Company in Melrose, but caught in a thick substance that made it impossible for him to move.
Giddens’s relatives, who reported him missing, explained to police that he had become depressed in the wake of a recent breakup.
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement that Giddens, 36, who lives in Jacksonville, was stuck up to his shoulders in the mud in a borrow pit at the sand plant site.
Giddens spoke to first responders and told them he hadn’t consumed any food or water in days.
Officers looking for the missing man found his car near the sand plant on Monday, February 23. Searchers then fanned out , combing the industrial site in search of the missing man, according to the sheriff’s statement.
Workers spent three hours freeing Giddens from the muck. Once freed, he was rushed to the hospital, where doctors expect him to make a full recovery.
“Due to the instability of the ground, responders had to progress slowly so they would not sink,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement.
“This rescue shows the power of mutual aid, training and dedication. We are grateful for the bravery and professionalism of everyone involved,” the Palatka Fire Department posted on Facebook, along with pictures from the rescue effort.
Giddens had sunk below the level of the grass surrounding the borrow pit, making him nearly impossible to see by anyone who wasn’t close by, according to officials.
The Palatka Fire Department said on Facebook that Giddens “had been stuck in mud for several days without food or water, while the area faced freezing temperatures.”
The rescuers had to use ropes, ladders, pallets, wooden boards and a number of different tools to remove him from the mud, authorities explained.
Putnam County Fire Rescue, Palatka Fire Department, Melrose Fire Department and Clay County Fire Rescue all assisted in the rescue, according to the sheriff’s office.
Police believe that human remains that were discovered in a submerged vehicle in Florida belong to Mary Lou Combs, who was first reported missing in 2003. The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement on Monday, February 23, that its response teams recovered human remains, parts of a vehicle, clothing and children’s toys in […]
Investigators said they will not be charging Giddens with any crimes in relation to the incident, citing “his mental health” as the reason for his disappearance and the state in which he was ultimately found.
“We hope that he is able to recover from his ordeal both physically and mentally,” the sheriff’s statement said. “We also ask family members and friends to continue to check on loved ones, especially during times of high stress and anxiety.”
Officials noted he was lucky to have survived the ordeal, noting the area had been hit with freezing temperatures in recent days.
In a statement to NBC News, a spokesperson for Vulcan said their “team at the Grandin Sand Plant handled a trespassing situation with care and compassion, shepherding first responders to a man who was in distress. We are grateful for his safe rescue and thankful for the first responders who aided him.”
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or considering suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Flavor Flav is following through on his promise to throw a gold-medal celebration for Team USA Women’s Hockey, and fans and local Las Vegas businesses are making it happen in a big way.
The rapper and reality star launched a GoFundMe just a few days ago to support the July weekend-long Vegas bash honoring the team’s Olympic victory in Milan, and the fundraiser has already far exceeded its goal and is on its way to exceeding the new goal.
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Flavor Flav Is Getting Tons Of Help Planning A Vegas Party For Team USA Women’s Hockey
Flavor Flav, known for his larger-than-life personality and iconic “Yeah Boy!” energy, is calling on fans to join in the fun and help make the Vegas celebration unforgettable. And the fans are absolutely answering that call!
With contributions rolling in via GoFundMe and offers to help, the Team USA women are in for a Vegas weekend full of excitement, recognition, and plenty of Flavor Flav flair. After announcing his plans less than a week ago, not only have fans stepped up to pitch in for the grand celebration, but so have local Vegas businesses, celebrities, and many others.
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‘Support She Got Game’ GoFundMe Has Exceeded Previous Goals
When The Blast reported on Flavor Flav’s GoFundMe just hours after it launched, it was well on its way to meeting the $50,000 goal. Now, just two days later, the goal has been increased, multiple times, and is now set for $130,000. Where is the total at currently? As of Saturday morning, it’s nearing $100,000!
There are currently more than 2,000 donations, with the largest ones being $1,000. Many have been reaching deep into their pockets to share the wealth for the Vegas party that’s promising to be a huge celebration for the “She Got Game” weekend in July.
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It’s Not Just Fans Donating To Help Flavor Flav Throw A Memorable Party
In addition to the GoFundMe, Flavor Flav is getting help from brands, celebrities, and Vegas businesses to ensure this party is one for the books.
The list of supporters is long. Just a few of the local Vegas businesses that have offered to help one way or another includes The Henderson Cheese Co., How Ya Dough’n Pizzeria, Hott Cakez of Las Vegas, Resorts World, Palms, Allegiant Stadium, Ramsay’s Kitchen, Cabo Wabo, Magic Mike, Coyote Ugly, Awakening at the Wynn, Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club, Fremont Street, F1 Arcade, Atomic Golf, Topgolf, The Mob Museum, and the list goes on and on.
As well as Vegas businesses, many brands and celebs have also offered to assist Flavor Flav in planning the best celebration.
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How The Party Planning Started…
On Monday, Flavor Flav took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to send a message to the USA Women’s Hockey team after they declined a visit to Washington, D.C.
“If the USA Women’s Hockey team wants a real celebration and invite, I’ll host them in Las Vegas,” he wrote. “Do some nice dinners and shows and good times. I’m sure I can get a hotel and airline to help me out here and celebrate these women for real for real.”
He then shared more information about the planning on his Instagram page.
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“FLAVOR FLAV::: Cuz this wasn’t big enough,,, I wanna invite ALL the female Olympic and Paralympic medalists from the United States out to Vegas and we got you covered,, we gonna do some nice dinners, throw a big party and a parade and a concert,,, and go to some concerts and shows,” he wrote in his caption. “Thankx to all the companies and brands and musicians and entertainers who reached out. We gonna celebrate and show em SHE GOT GAME,!!”
If You Want To Donate, Visit The GoFundMe Page
To help out Flavor Flav’s epic party planning, visit the “Support She Got Game: Celebrate Female Athletes” GoFundMe page.
“Funds raised through this campaign will go directly to the invited female athletes and support the She Got Game weekend. Your generosity will ensure these athletes are properly celebrated in Las Vegas and receive meaningful financial support for their futures,” the fundraiser description reads.
“Please join us in honoring these incredible women and ensuring they get the recognition and resources they deserve. Every contribution helps make this celebration possible and provides lasting impact for the athletes who inspire us all.”
Shia LaBeouf is speaking out after his recent arrest on two counts of simple battery during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
In a new interview, the actor hinted at the reason for the bar fight while acknowledging his actions during the incident were wrong.
Shia LaBeouf also denied having a drinking problem, instead attributing his struggles to anger, ego, and a “Napoleon complex.”
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The Actor Says ‘Big Gay People’ Are ‘Scary’ To Him
LaBeouf has finally broken his silence after he was arrested during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans over a bar fight.
In an interview with Andrew Callaghan’s Channel 5, the actor hinted at the reason for his recent bar brawl.
He said, “I’ll be honest with you, big gay people are scary to me.” After being asked to clarify himself, the actor stated that, “when I am standing by myself and three gay dudes are next to me, touching my leg, I get scared.”
LaBeouf continued, “I’m sorry. If that’s homophobic, then I’m that,” further stating that this happened to him “one time” and it was the “reason” he got arrested.
However, LaBeouf hesitated to speak more on the matter, seemingly due to his lawyer telling him to be cautious about what he says.
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Instead, he acknowledged his actions were not right, concluding, “I am wrong for touching anyone ever. And that’s the end of my statement on this whole sh-t.”
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The Actor Says He Has A ‘Small Man’ Problem
“I don’t think I have a drinking problem.”
Shia LaBeouf opens up about his arrest during Mardi Gras in New Orleans, claiming he was standing by himself when three gay men started touching his leg which made him get scared.
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During the interview, the “Transformers” actor further addressed the claim that he has a drinking problem, saying, “My behavior… I gotta deal with that.”
“Does that mean I gotta go to rehab again? I’m just not into it, bro,” LaBeouf stated, hinting at a judge’s orders for him to get drug and alcohol treatment.
“I don’t think my answers are there,” he continued. “I don’t. I really, genuinely, don’t. If I genuinely did, I’d go. I don’t think I have a drinking problem.”
LaBeouf then suggested that his struggles stem more from anger and ego than alcohol, describing them as a “Napoleon complex” or “small man complex.”
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Shia LaBeouf Yelled Gay Slurs During His Arrest Incident
According to the New Orleans Police Department, LaBeouf caused a disturbance at a Royal Street business and became increasingly aggressive.
After being removed, a victim said he struck them multiple times with his “closed fists.”
During his arrest, the “Fury” actor reportedly used homophobic slurs and profanity, which led the judge to warn him about threatening the safety of marginalized communities.
One victim told authorities that LaBeouf yelled gay slurs, repeatedly using the F-word, and said, “These f-ggots put me in jail. I’m a Catholic.”
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The judge ordered LaBeouf to submit to weekly drug tests after an initial test detected substances in his system.
His bail was set at $100,000, and he was instructed to participate in drug and alcohol treatment after release.
Following his release, LaBeouf updated his appearance, visiting a barber to trim his overgrown hair. He was seen in cropped joggers, a red plaid fleece over a dark hoodie, and later taken to a hospital for injuries sustained during the altercation.
He attempted to attend Ash Wednesday services but was unable to enter two churches that were closed.
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The Actor’s Struggles Have Been Linked To His Split From Mia Goth
Eyewitnesses described LaBeouf as appearing withdrawn and somber on Bourbon Street, accompanied by bodyguards and an entourage.
New Orleans musician Adam Araiza, aka Lil Unda, noted that the actor seemed “sad, lost, and in a dark space… tired, like he had a long day.”
He also observed that LaBeouf looked lonely and in need of support, even as he watched the crowd and took solace in a nearby “Jesus Saves” sign.
Meanwhile, insiders have connected LaBeouf’s struggles to his split from his wife, Mia Goth, which occurred in 2025.
Sources say the “Frankenstein” actress ended the relationship after growing frustrated with his erratic behavior and repeated arguments, and that the separation followed months of tension rather than a sudden break.
“Shia is not the easiest person to be with. He is very intense, opinionated, and goes to the beat of his own drum,” one insider shared, noting friends often struggle around him.
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Shia LaBeouf’s Inner Circle Claims He Is Not At Fault For Split From Mia Goth
Those close to LaBeouf have emphasized he was not at fault for the breakup. After a 13-year on-and-off relationship, the pair’s split is said to be due to incompatibility.
Sources who spoke to TMZ confirmed that the “Tax Collector” actor made efforts to save the marriage, including vacations and exploring religion, but ultimately, Goth did not want to stay married to him.
Despite the separation, LaBeouf remains committed to raising their daughter, Isabel, whom they welcomed in 2022, and has stayed actively involved in her life while living in New Orleans.
Some insiders, however, have suggested that LaBeouf’s drinking and personal challenges contributed to the breakup. Goth reportedly hopes he will seek rehab following his recent Mardi Gras arrest.
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Wu‑Tang Clan’s Rise to Hip‑Hop Immortality Meets Tragedy as Founding Legend Dies Just After Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nomination
It’s been an eventful day for the Wu-Tang Clan. Within a few hours of the announcement that the group was nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, news broke that founding member Oliver “Power” Grant had passed away. An executive producer who also launched the apparel brand Wu Wear, Grant backed Wu-Tang Clan financially during its early days, enabling its artists to change the hip-hop genre as we know it.
It’s difficult to overstate the Wu-Tang Clan’s impact. Founded in 1992 in Staten Island, New York, the collective’s artists included GZA, RZA, Method Man, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, Ol’ Dirty Bastard (who passed away in 2004), Masta Killa, U-God, and, later, Cappadonna. Their debut album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) was deeply experimental in its incorporation of martial arts, Eastern philosophy, kung-fu movies, comic books, and comedic dialogue. As trailblazers who expanded the possibilities of what hip hop could sound like, the Wu-Tang Clan’s artists are among the most deserving inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame of all time.
The Wu-Tang Clan Put the Spotlight Back on New York Hip Hop in the 1990s
Hip hop, particularly the New York variety, has been a fixture in popular music since the early 1970s, when artists like DJ Kool Herc and MC Debbie D hosted block parties that featured freestyling, acrobatic dancing, and original music. But as the genre spread through the United States, prolific hip-hop enclaves developed in Chicago, Detroit, and Los Angeles. By the end of the 1980s, West Coast hip-hop had more or less eclipsed the New York scene in national popularity. Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, in particular, lent hip-hop a new, radio-ready sound that penetrated mainstream music and moved the epicenter of the genre to Southern California.
Enter the Wu-Tang Clan. With the release of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) in 1992, the group revitalized New York City’s hip-hop scene and ushered in the East Coast Renaissance. In The Come Up: An Oral History of the Rise of Hip-Hip, Jonathan Abrams writes that the group “talk[ed] listeners into their tumultuous environment and introduce[ed] them to a new vocabulary.” In addition to popularizing New York slang and immersing fans in the fraught racial and socioeconomic politics of the city, the Wu-Tang Clan also brought together disparate cultural elements that had not previously been included in the hip hop world.
The Wu-Tang Clan Revitalized the New York Hip Hop Scene and Paved the Way for New Artists
According to New York hip hop producer Easy Mo Bee, record executives were initially dubious about the Wu-Tang Clan. In The Come Up, Abrams captures Easy’s initial reaction to the then-experimental group, comprised of nine artists looking to “fuse the hip-hop with the martial arts.” Easy recalled, “This is 1990. It’s a little too early to be talking snazzy concepts like that. So I wasn’t really getting it.”
Indeed, the Wu-Tang Clan’s work is filled with snippets from kung-fu movies, lyrics about martial arts, and allusions to comic books. Amid these cultural references are more traditional gangster rap elements, including descriptions of poverty, violence, and resilience in the inner city. Furthermore, the Wu-Tang Clan made great use of dialogue. Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is filled with lengthy interludes, most of which are humorous and capture each member’s distinct personality.
“They were rebels,” said Steve Rifkind, founder of Loud Records. “I mean, all hip-hop artists [are], but it was just nine guys and the energy, it’s just hard, energized, raw music that’s not going to go away.” And it never did go away. Once the Wu-Tang Clan began releasing singles like “Protect Ya Neck,” they saw almost immediate success among rap fans.
Along with artists like Notorious B.I.G. (with whom Ghostface Killah and Raekwon unfortunately had beef), the Wu-Tang Clan popularized the practice of storytelling across an entire hip-hop album. In that regard, they paved the way for contemporary hip-hop stars like Kanye West, whose tracks are crafted to follow one another sequentially in order to tell a larger story. Furthermore, the Wu-Tang Clan took East Coast hip hop beyond freestyling and traditional gangster rap with their inclusion of disparate, multicultural influences. Without Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), it’s hard to imagine an artist like Tyler the Creator or even Bad Bunny. Finally, the Wu-Tang Clan, along with Nas, pivoted hip hop away from the melodic, G-funk music coming out of the West Coast.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honors trailblazers, all of whom have changed the face of music. One can draw a direct line from the Wu-Tang Clan to the hip-hop of today, from the drill scene dominating New York City to the storytelling that pervades the music of Kendrick Lamar. Considering their influence, fans can only wait with bated breath to see who will perform in their honor and how they will honor the group’s late members.
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Kodak Black just loves to perform — after the rapper missed a scheduled concert in Midland, Texas on Friday, he decided he wasn’t going to let that stop him from putting on a show … and jumped on stage at another venue for free!
Fans in Midland were understandably upset about Kodak’s absence but we’re told so was Kodak.
Kodak’s attorney Bradford Cohen tells TMZ … the scheduled show’s cancelation wasn’t Kodak’s fault at all and it was 100 percent due to airplane issues.
According to Cohen, Kodak was supposed to fly out to Texas on a plane from Florida, but there were issues with the aircraft. So Kodak called the plane’s owner, who made arrangements for Kodak to take another jet at a different airport. The problem was … by the time he got to the venue in Texas, the place was closed.
Cohen says Kodak felt so badly about letting everyone down, he popped in to a second venue nearby and performed a free impromptu show for a bunch of fans.
The original venue, Black Gold Event Center, released a statement, expressing their deep regret for the cancelation and let fans know … “anyone seeking a refund must request it directly through the platform where tickets were originally purchased.”
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Lauren London’s Emotional Tribute to Nipsey Hussle as LA Dedicates Intersection to Him
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Nipsey Said They’d Dedicate This Intersection to Him…
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The intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Slauson Avenue was dedicated to late rapper Nipsey Hussle Saturday … and Nipsey’s former partner Lauren London said he always knew it would be.
Lauren held back tears as she addressed the crowd at the newly named Nipsey Hussle Square, saying, “When me and Nip first started dating, we would drive by over here and he would be like, ‘You know, Boogie, one day, they’re gonna name this whole section after me.’ And here we are today.”
The original location for Nipsey’s The Marathon clothing store was located near the intersection that now bears his name. Nipsey was tragically murdered outside of the storefront in 2019, and the store was closed. But the brand lives on, and now his name is indelibly linked with the crossing.
Nipsey’s older brother and CEO of The Marathon brand, Blacc Sam, also took to the podium at Saturday’s event, saying, “His spirit and his soul is here in this section.”
Congratulations, Nip. The Marathon continues…
Rihanna hasn’t released an album in 10 years, but that hasn’t stopped her devoted fans, known as the Navy, from begging for it incessantly. From the looks of the superstar’s social media post, they may be getting their wish sooner than they thought.
In the time since Rihanna dropped her chart-topping “Anti” album in 2016, she has become a billionaire, courtesy of her massively successful Fenty Beauty brand — but her fans have hoped that she would return to what made her a star, her music.
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Rihanna Fans Perk Up After She’s Seen Inside A Music Studio
In an Instagram post on Thursday, Feb. 26, Rihanna shared a day in her life lately, which to the surprise of her fans included some time at the recording studio.
“I still have to go to the studio after this and I have to make a Mardi Gras costume for my son after the studio,” she said as the video of her day went well until after 2 a.m. “Longest day ever.”
Rihanna told the sound engineers in the video, “Yesterday’s price is not today’s price.”
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The Superstar Has Had Many Stops And Starts In Producing New Music
Speaking with Harper’s Bazaar in March 2025, the nine-time Grammy winner addressed releasing new music after such a long period away.
“I think music is my freedom. I just came to that realization. I just cracked the code on what I really want to do for my next body of work. I am actually feeling really good about this. I know I kept saying this over the years,” she told the outlet at the time.
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“There’s no genre now,” Rihanna revealed about her next album. “That’s why I waited. Every time, I was just like, ‘No, it’s not me. It’s not right. It’s not matching my growth. It’s not matching my evolution. I can’t do this. I can’t stand by this. I can’t perform this for a year on tour.’”
She continued, noting that since her prolonged absence, she needs to ensure that her music is ground-breaking.
“After a while, I looked at it, and I was like, this much time away from music needs to count for the next thing everyone hears. It has to count. It has to matter. I have to show them the worth in the wait. I cannot put up anything mediocre. After waiting eight years, you might as well just wait some more,” she said.
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The multi-platinum artist added: “I know it’s not going to be anything that anybody expects. And it’s not going to be commercial or radio digestible. It’s going to be where my artistry deserves to be right now. I feel like I’ve finally cracked it, girl!”
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Rihanna Has Been Busy Expanding Her Family
Since “Anti” topped the charts, Rihanna has become a mother of three, welcoming first son RZA in 2022, second son Riot a year later in 2023, and her first daughter, Rocki, in September 2025.
She sent fans into a tailspin when she hinted earlier this year that a fourth baby could be on her very busy agenda.
Per Us Weekly, earlier this month Rihanna gave a strong hint that she is not done adding to her family.
The singer-turned-mogul responded to a post by “Love Island” star Montana Rose that read: “Deciding whether to get hot and sexy or get pregnant in 2026.” Rihanna replied underneath the post writing, “Wait! So I’m not crazy then? Bet!”
While many fans were happy at the possibility of Riri becoming a mom again for the fourth time, there were others who expressed their disappointment because another pregnancy means a new album is once again put on hold.
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She Recently Opened Up About Dressing Her Post-Baby Body
In an interview with Rihanna posted via X, formerly known as Twitter, the singer spoke about some of her favorite looks from the Dior Spring/Summer show during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week.
However, it was her comment about her post-baby curves that many moms likely related to.
“Favorite look? That’s impossible,” Rihanna gushed about the designs. “I wanted the coats, I wanted the dresses, I wanted the skirts with a little bump [at the stomach] ‘cause I got a little pouch after having kids, so I’d love that.”
“I loved the accessories — the bags, the shoes, the earrings — everything was perfectly made, super well done, super whimsical. Everything made me excited. It was a very thrilling show,” she added.
As She Works On Her Own Music, Rihanna Supports Boyfriend A$AP Rocky With His
After releasing his new album “Don’t Be Dumb” on January 16, Rihanna showed love to A$AP Rocky a few days later on January 25, when it was confirmed that the album reached number one on the Billboard 200 charts.
“Just me here to let y’all know my baby daddy got the NUMBER 1 ALBUM!!! Aaahhhhhh hah! DONT BE DUMB!!!” she wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
According to PEOPLE, Rocky is set to embark on a world tour to promote the album. The North American leg runs from May through July, and the European shows begin in August and end in September.
After a near-perfect first season, the highly anticipated Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is right around the corner. Marvel Television has already started the year strong with Destin Daniel Cretton‘s Wonder Man, and based on the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 trailer, it looks like they’re not slowing down any time soon. From Daredevil’s (Charlie Cox) new suit to the return of Krysten Ritter‘s Jessica Jones, there’s a lot to be excited about.
With Mayor Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) embracing an even darker side of his Kingpin persona, Matt Murdock will need as much help as he can get to save his city. Besides Jessica Jones, the Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 trailer shows that Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll) will be a key ally for Daredevil. Since Karen and Foggy Nelson (Elden Henson) weren’t initially part of the series before showrunner Dario Scardapane came on, their roles were very limited in Season 1. Although Foggy isn’t around in the present-day MCU after his shocking death, Scardapane promises that Karen Page fans have a lot to look forward to in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.
Karen Page Will Be Matt Murdock’s Equal in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2
Ever since the series premiere of Netflix’s Daredevil, Karen has been a vital part of Matt’s world. The character evolved from being a client of Nelson and Murdock to their secretary/legal assistant. Eventually, her efforts earned her a name on the door, and the firm became Nelson, Murdock, and Page in Daredevil: Born Again. Life imitates art as Woll herself has also played a major role in developing her character for the show’s upcoming second season. In an interview with SFX Magazine, Scardapane highlighted how much Woll collaborated with Karen’s development in Daredevil: Born Again:
“This version of Karen Page is a blast. It’s a curveball that you haven’t seen before. The great thing is we got to talk to her about it in season one, before we started getting into the real nitty-gritty of season two. Her input adds to what we do in the writers’ room and by the time you come out at the end you’re like, ‘Whoa, this actually makes sense!’ I think fans are really going to dig this Karen Page.”
Woll and Scardapane agree that Karen was never and will never be seen as just Matt’s sidekick. As Scardapane added, “In my mind — and in Deb’s mind — she’s never been a sidekick; she’s never been a girlfriend. She’s always been somebody who both mirrors and pushes Murdock — not always in the best way.” While some fans argue about the relationship between Karen and Daredevil, aka Karedevil, or Karen and Frank Castle/The Punisher (Jon Bernthal), it’s good to hear that the character isn’t being reduced to just a romantic partner.
It’s almost time to assemble the Devil’s Army.
Scardapane’s interview also mentions that Karen has become a lawyer in the time between Daredevil and Daredevil: Born Again. Even without any formal legal background, Karen has more than proven herself capable of successfully handling legal matters. Without her, Foggy and Matt wouldn’t have been as involved as they were in taking down Fisk through the justice system in Daredevil Season 1. When she was face-to-face with Fisk in Daredevil Season 3, she was confident in the eyes of the man who almost ruined her life, and didn’t hesitate to try to scare him by revealing she had killed his loyal friend and employee, James Wesley (Toby Leonard Moore). This version of Karen is exactly who Matt will need in his fight against Fisk’s corruption.
Deborah Ann Woll’s Karen Page Is Nothing Like the Marvel Comics Version
Karen has always been a staple in Daredevil’s world, from comics to screen. Although the character went down a dark path and ultimately met a tragic fate in the comics, thankfully, Woll’s version of Karen is given much more agency. Along with proving herself Foggy and Nelson’s equal in legal affairs, she also became a great journalist and a hero who isn’t afraid to speak up for the voiceless. Karen may not be one of the most powerful Marvel characters, but she’s definitely one of the healthiest from a mental standpoint.
Whenever Matt enters his typical self-destructive phase, Karen knows how to balance being a good friend and walking away from that toxicity when it becomes too much for her mental health. She stops Matt from going up against an army of Fisk’s officers in the Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 finale and inspires him to build his own army against Fisk. At the end of the day, Karen is Matt’s voice of reason, and it’ll be exciting to see Karen play a more definitive role in Season 2 thanks to Woll’s increased contributions.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 premieres March 24 on Disney+.
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March 4, 2025
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Disney+
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Dario Scardapane
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Aaron Moorhead, Justin Benson, David Boyd, Jeffrey Nachmanoff
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Jesse Wigutow, Jill Blankenship, Thomas Wong, David Feige, Grainne Godfree
Following his last feature-length horror effort as a director, 2009’s Drag Me to Hell, Sam Raimi took 17 years to return to the big screen with another from the devil’s favorite genre. Since its debut at the end of January, the pulsating Send Help has continued to impress, becoming the biggest horror release at the box office this year so far. Currently, the movie boasts a global box office haul of $83.9 million against a reported budget of $40 million, with Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien‘s violent and often hilarious survival thriller impressing theatergoers.
If Send Help is your first introduction to the horror icon Raimi, consider the arrival of one of his best modern projects on a new streamer as a sign to continue your education. Debuting on Halloween night 2015, the brilliant Ash vs Evil Dead picks up decades after the events of the iconic films, with Bruce Campbell returning as the iconic Ash Williams. “Constantly peering over his shoulder, Ash somehow knew that the Evil Dead would return for him,” a synopsis for the series reads. “That day arrives when Ash commits an act of carelessness, unleashing a Deadite plague that threatens to destroy mankind.”
Co-starring Lucy Lawless as Ruby, Ray Santiago as Ash’s sidekick, Pablo Simon Bolivar, and Dana DeLorenzo as Kelly Maxwell, the series ran for three successful seasons and thirty episodes, culminating in a kick-ass finale on April 29, 2018. Eight years later, you can watch Ash vs Evil Dead on Plex starting this March. Over-the-top and brilliantly gory, you won’t want to miss the gem of a horror series some consider one of the best of the last decade.
Critics Adored ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’
It wasn’t just audiences who took to this horror revival when it debuted in 2015; critics also gushed over Raimi’s return to the franchise that put his name on the map. On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, Ash vs the Evil Dead boasts a near-perfect score of 99%, as an average across all three seasons. The consensus on the site for Season 1 reads, “True to the movies that spawned it, Ash vs Evil Dead is a gory, hilarious, and audacious resurrection of Sam Raimi’s beloved horror franchise.”
Ash vs Evil Dead is streaming on Plex this March. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.
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