Zendaya won’t rock certain designers on the red carpet, and Law Roach is sharing why.

The celebrity stylist has spilled the tea on the reasons behind the former Nickelodeon child star’s decision never to be seen at star-studded events in outfits from major fashion houses. 

Zendaya’s name rings on the lips of many for her iconic red carpet looks. The praise extends to Law Roach for his creativity and for being the brains behind her stunning outfits.

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Roach previously disclosed that Zendaya will not be seen rocking outfits from designers like Dior, Chanel, Gucci, Valentino, and Saint Laurent at any red carpets. However, with the actress majorly stealing the spotlight at most events, is there a chance the stylist may change his mind anytime soon?

The fashion stylist, during an appearance on Ziwe Fumudoh’s “You’d Be an Iconic Guest” podcast, opened up about his decision to exclude those big-name brands from dressing Zendaya on the red carpet because they had previously turned down the opportunity to dress the actress earlier in her career.

Roach admitted that the extent of his grudges had died down, telling Fumudoh that he was rocking a Saint Laurent fit during their conversation.

“I think that there is an importance of being petty, but I’ve outgrown my pettiness. I think that holding grudges makes you ugly,” Roach explained. “So in my quest to become more beautiful, I’ve released some of the grudges that I held.” 

When asked during the podcast if Zendaya, on the other hand, would be wearing any of the brands he previously soured on, Roach gave a definitive “no.” 

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Back in 2024, Roach revealed during a podcast appearance that Zendaya has not worn any looks from the Big Five fashion houses after they refused to dress her early in her career. He disclosed that he reached out to them; however, all he got were excuses.

“I would write the Big Five. I would write Saint Laurent, Chanel, Gucci, Valentino, Dior, and they would all say, ‘No, try again next year. She’s too green. She’s not on our calendar,’” he said. Roach continued, stating that he had receipts of his conversations with the designer brands.

The celebrity stylist clarified that the Emmy winner had worn designs from those fashion houses on editorial shoots but never in public or at red-carpet events.

He noted, while speaking on “The Cutting Room Floor” podcast, that the first time Zendaya stepped out in a Valentino fit was when she had a contract. For Roach and the “Euphoria” star, “If you say no, it’ll be a no forever,” and she is sticking to it.

Zendaya And Law Roach Have A Special Bond

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Roach has been styling Zendaya ever since she was 14 years old. Their working relationship has grown so deep over the years that they refer to each other as “fashion soulmates.” He explained that they both ride the ship to come up with her stunning outfits. Amid arguments and disagreements, the pair has respect and love for each other.

In an interview with The New York Times two years ago, the topic of Roach’s retirement came up. The stylist had announced that he was stepping away from his professional career as the demands of the job were taking a toll on his mental health and personal lifestyle.

Despite his decision to retire, Roach continued to work as Zendaya’s stylist. He shared that he turned down several potential clients, except for the Nickelodeon alum, and disclosed that he cannot say no to her.

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Roach recently doubled down on the rules he has for his professional settings. He shared that he tries to draw a firm line and set clear boundaries with the people he works for, with Zendaya as the obvious exception.

“I always had a rule not to become friends with clients,” he said while speaking on SiriusXM on Saturday, August 15. Speaking further, he explained that mixing friendship with business blurs the line, and maintaining a professional boundary is important for business.

Roach previously addressed this topic in a 2015 interview, stating that he avoids hanging out with his clients because they are paying him to do a job. Building a connection with them comes easily because he sees them at their most vulnerable; hence, it takes discipline to keep things strictly professional.

The fashionista said that the rule cannot apply to his relationship with the 29-year-old actress because they had “grown up together” and had become like “family.”

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The “Challengers” star has had one of the busiest years of her career, with red carpets and movie premieres back-to-back. One thing that remains iconic is the fashion statement she makes at every event, stepping out in not only gasp-worthy outfits but ones that match the theme.

For “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” she stepped out repping the movie in outfits with intricate cobweb and spider detailing. For “The Odyssey” press tour, Zendaya embodied her character, Athena, in her red-carpet outfits.

The Blast reported that fans were left stunned, singing her praises as well as those of her stylist who put the elegant look together. She donned a bold Schiaparelli couture gown from Paris Couture Week designed by Daniel Roseberry for the movie premiere.

Zendaya looked like a Greek goddess personified in the outfit, which featured a sculpted white breastplate with a lace-up back. The other mind-blowing part was the work of art debuted at Paris Couture Week just hours before the world saw it on Zendaya.

Will Zendaya let the grudge go with time like Law Roach?

Hayden Panettiere reportedly struggled to revive her television career after “Nashville,” despite being eager to land another major series. An unnamed industry insider claimed the actress’ mental health and addiction struggles affected her professional reputation, making it harder for her to secure substantial roles once the musical drama ended.

The source alleged that Panettiere experienced problems with executives and co-stars while filming “Nashville,” sometimes arrived late, and occasionally required additional time in makeup. Those claims come alongside Panettiere’s own deeply personal account of postpartum depression, alcohol use, and the painful separation from her daughter, Kaya.

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Panettiere starred as country singer Juliette Barnes throughout the six-season run of “Nashville.” The acclaimed role established her as a major television star, but an industry source claimed her career lost momentum after the series ended. “Hayden had mental health struggles and addiction issues going on, and they played a part in why her career didn’t take off again after ‘Nashville,’” one industry insider told the Daily Mail.

According to the source, Panettiere’s alleged difficulties were already affecting her work during the show. “When she was filming the show, she had problems on the set, with execs and with her co-stars,” they claimed. “She sometimes came to work looking like she’d been out partying. She’d often have to spend extra time in make-up to get her looking camera-ready. She’d also sometimes be late for her call time.”

The source’s account is an allegation from an unnamed insider. No executives or co-stars were quoted corroborating the claims in the information provided.

Word Reportedly Spread Through Hollywood

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Despite those alleged setbacks, Panettiere reportedly remained determined to land another prominent television role. The insider claimed that her established status did not allow her to bypass the traditional audition process. Instead, she continued competing for major projects while facing concerns about her professional reputation.

“She was desperate to land another series after ‘Nashville’ ended, but the word had got out in Hollywood that she was a bit of a problem,” the source alleged. “Although she was considered a TV star, she still had to audition for big TV projects. She often struggled to get past the audition stage.”

The source did not identify the projects for which Panettiere reportedly auditioned or the casting professionals who allegedly passed on her. However, the insider claimed that the continued absence of substantial roles had affected the actress. “Hayden was on a downward swing recently due to lack of decent roles,” they added.

‘Sleepwalker’ Became Her Final Screen Appearance

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Panettiere’s final acting appearance was in “Sleepwalker,” a psychological thriller released in January. The film was critically panned and featured Panettiere as a mother tormented by the loss of her daughter. That storyline carried a painful parallel to the actress’ personal life. Although Panettiere had not lost Kaya through death, she had experienced the heartbreak of living separately from her child.

In 2018, Kaya went to live with Panettiere’s former fiancé and her father, former heavyweight boxer Wladimir Klitschko. Kaya is now 11. Panettiere later discussed the circumstances surrounding that decision in her memoir, revealing that her difficulties with motherhood began with a frightening birth experience.

Kaya’s Birth Became A Medical Emergency

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Panettiere recalled that doctors declared a “code crimson” emergency during Kaya’s birth in 2014. Following a C-section, the actress’ blood reportedly would not clot, forcing her to undergo a three-hour operation. She later learned that her uterus had become infected.

After enduring the medical emergency, Panettiere struggled to bond with her newborn daughter. She described the process as an “insurmountable task” and admitted that she initially “felt nothing” toward Kaya, characterizing the experience as “a total blackout of emotion.”

Hayden Panettiere Turned To Alcohol After Giving Birth

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Panettiere said she began using alcohol to cope with what she was experiencing. Her drinking reportedly became so severe that she sometimes started consuming alcohol as early as 6 a.m. When Kaya was four months old, Panettiere entered treatment and was diagnosed with postpartum depression.

Medication initially helped but reportedly made the actress sleepy. She eventually returned to alcohol, beginning another difficult period in her personal and professional life.

As her struggles intensified, Panettiere lost a lucrative contract with skincare brand Neutrogena. Her relationship with Klitschko also deteriorated, eventually leading to Kaya living primarily with him.

Netflix is perhaps the king of original action movies for streaming. It has such a vast catalog of varied and eclectic movies that involve face smashing, bone crushing and leg breaking — and we love it for that. But few have been quite as vicious as this one, which introduced us to a world of highly trained assassins that inevitably drew comparisons to John Wick. The movie subsequently racked up millions of hours watched and earned outstanding reviews from critics. Two years on from that, we’re about to get more of it.

In 2024, Indonesian filmmaker Timo Tjahjanto unleashed more than two hours of extraordinarily bloody martial arts carnage in The Shadow Strays, and he’s just confirmed he’s not done with Codename 13 yet. Tjahjanto has confirmed that he is currently writing a sequel to The Shadow Strays, revealing that he still has deeply personal stories he wants to explore through the franchise.

Netflix has not formally greenlit The Shadow Strays 2 yet, but the filmmaker is actively developing the screenplay, as he revealed via social media. He also addressed one of the fundamental questions surrounding the first movie: why its young assassin risks everything to save a boy she barely knows.

“Yes I am slowly writing on the sequel. The Shadow Strays is possibly my most personal movie yet. I still have personal stories to tell in the sequel. People asked why she fought tooth and nail to save a boy she barely know, I asked them back: ‘If you tap into your humanity & see the strength within yourself, wouldn’t you try to do the same? Kindred bond knows no logic, it just is.”

Who Stars in ‘The Shadow Strays’?

The Shadow Strays follows Codename 13, an teenage assassin who works for an organization known as the Shadows. After nearly botching an assignment, 13 is suspended and encounters Monji, a young boy whose mother was killed by a crime syndicate. The Shadow Strays stars Aurora Ribero (Like & Share) as Codename 13/Nomi, Hana Malasan (Ben & Jody) as Umbra, Taskya Namya (Waktu Maghrib) as Soriah, Agra Piliang (Serigala Terakhir) as Haga, Andri Mashadi (KKN di Desa Penari) as Ariel, Kristo Immanuel (The Big 4) as Jeki, Adipati Dolken (Posesif) as Prasetyo, Ali Fikry (Nussa) as Monji, Chew Kin Wah (Check the Store Next Door) as the Handler, and Yayan Ruhian (The Raid: Redemption) as Master Burai

The Shadow Strays is streaming now on Netflix.

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October 17, 2024

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Marvel fans were treated to some incredible news at this year’s D23, including the official cast for the upcoming X-Men reboot and a gripping new trailer for Avengers: Doomsday. There was even a whole panel dedicated to all things Spider-Man, celebrating the web-slinger’s long and storied history across 65 years and the blockbuster success that is Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The Spider-Man panel also featured the first look at Season 2 of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, and it confirms that one of Peter Parker’s deadliest foes is coming to life…but with a twist.

The footage screened at D23 revealed that Spidey will face off against Doctor Octopus, the Rhino and the LIZARD, with the villains all sporting comic-accurate looks. Daredevil will also return, with Charlie Cox once again voicing the Man without Fear. Perhaps the biggest reveal is that Spidey will gain his symbiote suit at some point in the series; the alien creature was previously teased in Season 1 where Spidey helped Doctor Strange fight it off. This scene also features Eddie Brock, who eventually bonds with the symbiote and transforms into the vicious Venom. What’s surprising is that Brock is confirmed to be a reporter for the Daily Bugle.

‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ Could Revamp Spider-Man and Venom’s Rivalry

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The fact that Eddie Brock is working as a reporter is more or less true to comics canon, as it was his coverage of the serial killer known as the Sin-Eater that ultimately played a part in his transformation as Venom. However, in the comics, he works for the Daily Globe, not the Daily Bugle. Having the Bugle play a part in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Season 2 all but confirms that the series intends to showcase its impact on Spider-Man’s heroic career. The Bugle‘s temperamental editor-in-chief, J. Jonah Jameson, often pens articles about how Spider-Man is a “menace,” and Peter Parker often takes pictures of himself as Spider-Man for the Bugle to help his Aunt May.

While Jameson’s editorials might be rooted in hyperbole and bias, the presence of the symbiote actually raises an intriguing twist: What if it causes Spidey to lash out and truly become a menace? This way, Jameson would actually have a leg to stand on, and Brock could potentially set out to ruin Spidey’s reputation with a series of articles. It could also flip the dynamic between Spidey and Venom. Brock often blames Peter Parker for ruining his life, but what if Spidey unintentionally does ruin it while wearing the symbiote? It could add depth to Venom, and bring a fresh take on an iconic rivalry.

A Spider-Man Legend Will Voice Venom in ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’

When Eddie Brock comes to Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, he might sound familiar to longtime Spider-Fans as Josh Keaton will be voicing the once and future Lethal Protector. Keaton has a long history with Spider-Man, as he originally voiced Peter Parker in The Spectacular Spider-Man and recently returned to play the wall-crawler in Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. Ironically, Brock is not the first time Keaton’s voiced a character in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. The Season 1 finale, “If This Be My Destiny…” features him as the voice of Peter’s father Richard, who is incarcerated for reasons that have yet to be revealed. Showrunner Jeff Trammell spoke about this in The Art of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, saying that he seeded the reveal early in Season 1.

“A lot of people may not pick up on this, but in the sixth episode, Peter, Nico, and Harry are talking about their parents, and Harry says, ‘Your mom is an excellent cook!’ Peter says, ‘May is actually my aunt. My mom passed away a while back.’ We specifically made him say ‘my mom’ and not ‘my parents.’ So, yes, Richard Parker has always been there, and I’m really excited to dig into that story. There are so many instances of Peter’s life that we don’t know about, and they have had big impacts on him.”

Between the revelation about his father, old foes and new, and the presence of the symbiote, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man looks like it’s continuing to up the stakes for Season 2. With Season 3 currently in the works, there’s no telling what kind of twists that Trammell will continue to bring to the table.

Season 1 of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is available to stream on Disney+, while Season 2 is slated for release in January 2027. Stay tuned to Collider for future details.

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Edwin McCain and Stephen Kramer Glickman are putting an unexpected spin on one of Olivia Rodrigo’s biggest heartbreak anthems. The double-platinum “I’ll Be” singer joined the “Big Time Rush” actor and musician in Los Angeles to record a duet of Rodrigo’s “Drivers License” for Glickman’s forthcoming album.

The pair, along with drummer Buddy Gibbons and guitarist Soren Crisell, also turned the collaboration into a very public spectacle, filming portions of its music video on rooftops around the city, including a performance above Universal Liquor on Cahuenga Boulevard. McCain exclusively told The Blast that their collaboration grew from a friendship they formed online during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Although McCain and Glickman come from different corners of the entertainment industry, the two discovered they had several things in common after connecting on TikTok. Their online friendship was strengthened by a shared connection to “Shrek the Musical,” but McCain said it was Glickman’s character, not only his creative work, that made him eager to collaborate.

“I love all the friendships I’ve made on TikTok. Stephen and I met there during COVID when we realized our connection to ‘Shrek the Musical.’ I’m a fan of his work, but more importantly I’m a fan of the good human he is. I wouldn’t have thought to do a cover of Olivia Rodrigo, but Stephen knows great songs, and I love the way it turned out!” McCain exclusively told The Blast.

The duet will be released through Red Slushy Records as part of Glickman’s new album, which is scheduled to arrive in fall 2026.

The Singers Took ‘Drivers License’ To An L.A. Rooftop

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McCain traveled to Los Angeles to film the “Drivers License” music video with Glickman over the weekend. Rather than keep the production hidden in a studio, the performers took their duet onto rooftops around the city to film the music video, directed by Sean Barrett (Steel Panther, Chief Keef, and ‘Epic Rap Battles’).

One of the most visible scenes was filmed atop Universal Liquor in Studio City, where passersby had an opportunity to witness the unusual pairing performing Rodrigo’s emotional breakup song. The setting gave the music video a distinctly Los Angeles backdrop while allowing the artists to create a public moment around the forthcoming release.

Rodrigo originally released “Drivers License” in January 2021. Glickman and McCain’s version will reinterpret the song by pairing their voices and musical styles. For McCain, covering Rodrigo was not an obvious choice. However, the singer credited Glickman with recognizing that the younger pop star’s hit could work for them.

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Matt Bennett, best known for Nickelodeon’s ‘Victorious,’ stars alongside Karalynn Dutton in the music video. When speaking to The Blast, he expressed, “I’m consistently impressed by Stephen’s talent and drive. It’s been a big inspiration getting closer to him over the last few years and seeing how he’s chosen to reinvent himself and explore aspects of his talent outside of comedy and acting.”

Bennett added, “When Stephen asked if I’d be in his video and assured me I’d be in and out in three hours, I knew it was not going to be three hours and would realistically take all day lol. But after years of living and working in Los Angeles, you learn to say ‘yes’ to many requests, especially when it’s from a friend trying to realize an artistic vision. So the shoot took six hours, but they flew by. We ended with a drone shot over Universal Liquor, and I got to climb up to the roof. I’ve been at that intersection more times than I can count; it’s very special to get to see Los Angeles that high up from a perspective you haven’t seen before.”

Producer Jason LaRocca Calls The Duet An Album Highlight

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Glickman worked on the project with twice Grammy-nominated producer Jason LaRocca, who was immediately impressed after hearing the recordings the singer brought into the process. LaRocca exclusively told The Blast that Glickman’s performance and delivery stood out before the album’s songs had even been fully mixed.

“Working on this record with Stephen was incredible. He showed me his raw recordings before we started mixing the songs, and I was blown away by his sound and delivery. The vibe on this record is a ton of fun, and his work with Edwin McCain on Drivers License is a highlight moment on the album for me,” LaRocca said.

Stephen Kramer Glickman Found New Success Through ‘Crazy’

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Glickman is best known for playing volatile music producer Gustavo Rocque on Nickelodeon’s “Big Time Rush,” but his own recording career has grown considerably through social media. His dramatic cover of Gnarls Barkley’s “Crazy” went viral on TikTok and introduced his singing voice to an enormous new audience.

A listing for Glickman’s 2026 West Hollywood performance credits his covers with collectively generating more than 8 billion plays and says “Crazy” reached No. 6 on a Billboard chart for five weeks. The viral cover also caught the attention of CeeLo Green, who invited Glickman to perform as an opening act after hearing his interpretation of the Gnarls Barkley hit. His forthcoming album continues that interest in dramatically reimagining recognizable songs.

Glickman Recently Reunited With The ‘Big Time Rush’ Cast On Tour

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The album comes after Glickman completed Big Time Rush’s extensive “In Real Life Worldwide” tour. The 73-show run began in July 2025 and continued into 2026, traveling across multiple continents. Glickman appeared as a supporting act alongside Katelyn Tarver, another familiar face from the Nickelodeon series.

The tour reunited him with Kendall Schmidt, Carlos PenaVega, Logan Henderson, and James Maslow while allowing fans to experience music from the show live. However, Glickman’s connection to Maslow began long before either performer was cast on “Big Time Rush.”

Maslow recently revealed on “The Joe Vulpis Podcast” that their families knew one another years before the Nickelodeon sitcom was developed. “Before the show was even a thought, before it was an idea, Glickie and I were just family friends,” Maslow shared.

The singer clarified that they were not especially close as children, but their parents were friends who occasionally gathered for Shabbat dinners and Jewish holidays. “I mean, we had family friends in San Diego… It was his family and one other family,” Maslow said. “And we would just get together for like the occasional Shabbat dinner and mostly like high holiday dinners, you know, Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashanah and things like that.”

Years later, Glickman was cast as Gustavo shortly before production began, unexpectedly reuniting the two on what became a hit television series. Now, following that full-circle tour with his former co-stars, Glickman is moving into his next musical chapter.

Dancing With the Stars pro Witney Carson is expanding her family with husband Carson McAllister.

Carson, 32, announced the news on Good Morning America on Monday, August 17, while confirming her return for season 35 of DWTS with partner Guillermo Rodriguez.

“I would be lying if I said it wasn’t very daunting. I’ve never been this far along pregnant and competing on Dancing With the Stars, ever,” she said. “I don’t know if it’s ever been done.”

The pro dancer noted that she didn’t want to hide her growing belly in the ballroom. “I’m so proud to be a woman, to be creating life and growing this human, and to be able to do the show and compete … is such a huge blessing,” she gushed.

Related: ‘DWTS’ Pro Witney Carson and Carson McAllister’s Relationship Timeline

Witney Carson married her high school sweetheart, Carson McAllister, and the pair have been making fans swoon ever since. The Dancing With the Stars pro announced in October 2015 that her beau popped the question. “My love of four years @carson.mcallister proposed last night & I feel like the luckiest, happiest woman in the world.💍💕😍❤️,” […]

Carson also celebrated the news in an Instagram post on Monday, writing, “We’ve been keeping a secret… a new addition to the McAllister gang coming soon! We are so grateful and overjoyed to be growing our family 👼.”

A sweet clip showed the couple and their sons posing in a photo booth while holding up sonogram images.

Carson and her husband, former high school sweethearts, tied the knot on New Year’s Day in 2016. Four years after saying “I do,” the couple revealed that they were expecting their first baby. They became parents in 2021 when they welcomed son Leo.

“Named after his Grandpa who sent him down to us,” she captioned an Instagram photo of the little one sleeping at the time. “My little Leo, I love you more than words can express. You are the most precious gift. My life will forever be changed by your sweet spirit. Welcome to the world Leo.”

Carson and McAllister welcomed son Jet to their crew two years later.

“Jet Carson McAllister 🤍 ,” she wrote via Instagram in 2023. “Decided to join us two weeks early on May 13th at 9:21pm, just in time for Mothers Day 🤗🥹 Our hearts have doubled in size for our Jetty boy. He’s the most perfect addition to our family and has already given us so much joy! We love you baby boy.”

Related: Snow Bunnies! Pregnant Witney Carson Hits the Slopes With Husband and Son

Loving life with Leo! Witney Carson gave birth to her baby boy in January 2021 and has been posting pictures of the little one ever since. “After a really hard 24-hour labor and an unexpected C-section, we are all healthy and well,” the Dancing With the Stars pro captioned a black-and-white hospital photo of herself […]

One year after adding to their family, Carson exclusively told Us that she and her husband were relocating from Utah to Florida.

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“I was so scared of this huge change because it’s not just that I didn’t have my family; I was postpartum and just trying to get in the swing of things,” she told Us in 2024. “But I knew it was the right [move] so I pushed through and I’m so grateful that my husband was there with me to help bring it all together.”

While the couple were initially looking for “a vacation home” for their family, they knew this property was meant to be once they laid eyes on it.

“My [father-in-law’s] name was Kevin Leo and ever since he passed away, every symbol of a lion we’d find reminded us of him,” she explained. “The first thing we saw on the doors of the house were two lion heads and then the realtor was like, ‘Yeah the owners love lions’ so you’re going to see a lot of them in here.’ We bought the house that week.”

Disney’s live-action remakes of its animated classics were once sure-fire blockbusters. Movies like Jon Favreau‘s The Lion King, Kenneth Branagh‘s Cinderella, and Bill Condon‘s Beauty and the Beast made a fortune at the box office, and it soon seemed as if the company would translate every last animated feature in the Disney vaults into another live-action chart topper. However, the trend has become decidedly hit-and-miss in recent years. Sure bets like Snow White and Moana have disappointed, but last year’s Lilo & Stitch proved there was still some life in the genre. Now, Disney is preparing to unfurl another remake of one of their modern classics.

Tangled, a re-imagining of the classic German fairy tale, was released in 2010 to great acclaim and an almost $600 million USD take at the box office. It starred Mandy Moore as the eponymous long-tressed lass, who has been imprisoned in a tower by Mother Gothel (Donna Murphy), allegedly for her own protection. An encounter with the roguish Flynn (Zachary Levi) sends her on an adventure outside the tower walls. Now, director Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman) is bringing it to live action, with Teagan Croft as Rapunzel, Milo Manheim as Flynn, Kathyryn Hahn as Mother Gothel, Caitríona Balfe and Eliot Cowan as the king and queen, and Diego Luna in a role that’s new to the film.

Tangled will venture into the still-barren release landscape of 2028, hitting theaters on March 31. It’s shaping up to be a family-friendly month, so far. Three weeks earlier, on March 10, Pixar’s new film, Ghost Market, will be released; one week later, the animated Dr. Seuss adaptation Oh, The Places You’ll Go is slated to make its theatrical debut. The much-delayed Fast and Furious franchise capper, Fast Forever, is set for release on March 17; while it isn’t exactly aimed at families, it is, of course, all about family. Meanwhile, one week after Tangled makes its bow, Beatlemania hits the screen as The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event makes its debut on March 7.

What Other Live-Action Disney Remakes Are in the Works?

Only one other Disney live-action remake has been confirmed to actually be in production: unsurprisingly, it’s a sequel to last year’s Lilo and Stitch, which pulled in over $1 billion last summer. Meanwhile, a number of announced live-action remakes have been put on the back burner or scrapped entirely, including Bambi, The Sword in the Stone, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Robin Hood, Hercules, and The Aristocats.

Tangled will be released on March 31, 2028. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.

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Fans have high expectations for Prime Video’s most anticipated fantasy video game adaptation, yet it continues to draw criticism. As you may recall, Amazon officially announced God of War on December 14, 2022, after initial reports of negotiations emerged in early March. The adaptation will center on two Norse mythology-based games: 2018’s God of War and its 2022 sequel, God of War Ragnarök, bringing the compelling, character-driven franchise to small screens for the first time.

Four years later, when the casting decisions were announced, longtime fans immediately expressed disapproval, despite some initial support for Ryan Hurst as Kratos. Then the first-look images arrived, bringing even more criticism and gradually diminishing fans’ hope for Prime Video’s vision. Hurst has since left the project after an on-set injury in late June, prompting production to pause untilKratos can be recast. In the meantime, Dave Bautista is being considered for the role, and it has so far been met with some approval.

Still, the fantasy adaptation faces new criticism, this time from Christopher Judge, who voices Kratos in the games. Judge expressed concerns about studios developing video game adaptations without involving original video game team members. He mentioned this at FanExpo, specifically calling out Amazon and God of War. Now taking to X (formerly Twitter), the actor further explained his stance after a user commented on his age and suitability to play Kratos.

“I do know. As my kids tell me, I’m old as balls. I truly hope they find someone as great as Ryan. I was talking more about our writers and devs. I really want them to get the love and respect they deserve. I hope that for all writers and developers of the games that we love. No disrespect to TV and film writers. I had some of the best on Stargate.”

‘God of War’ Icon Has a Problem With Prime Video’s Adaptation

Speaking about his statement at FanExpo, Judge noted that although God of War veteran Cory Barlog is an executive producer on Prime Video’s series, none of the game’s writers helped develop the script. “When Amazon was finally approved and announced, and they didn’t hire any of the God of War writers… what are you thinking?” he said. “These guys have been immersed in this world for 20 years. But someone’s going to know better?”

Additionally, during a panel at Fan Expo Boston moderated by Collider’s Steve Weintraub, he applauded Sony’s Santa Monica for truly respecting franchise fans. Santa Monica, renowned for creating the God of War series, is considered by Judge to be one of the few studios particularly open to player feedback. “They actually respect the fans,” he stated. “Like, it’s not that hard of a thing to do. You ask people to pay for your product, or people invite you into their homes. The least you can do is respect what they have to say.”

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Hayden Panettiere opened up about her struggles with postpartum depression years before her sudden death at age 36.

Panettiere sought treatment for her postpartum depression in October 2015, nearly one year after giving birth to her and then-fiancé Wladimir Klitschko‘s daughter, Kaya. The actress revealed in a 2016 social media statement that she took time off work to “reflect holistically” amid her ongoing challenges.

At the time, Panettiere was playing Juliette Barnes on the hit series Nashville. She later reflected on how the show’s writers used her own mental health battle as inspiration for the fictional character she played.

Panettiere and Klitschko ultimately split in 2018, and she later relinquished full custody of their daughter while struggling with postpartum depression and addiction to alcohol and opioids. As a result, Kaya relocated to Ukraine to live with Klitschko.

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Shortly before her death, Panettiere exclusively told Us she had an “incredible” relationship with both Klitschko and Kaya.

“I can’t even put into words. She’s just an incredible gift,” Panettiere gushed of her daughter in her May 2026 cover story. “She is just such an incredible human being. She’s otherworldly and so sweet and so kind and so fierce and such a lover and surrounded by good people and good friends, and it’s incredible for me to be able to watch her thrive in areas that I struggled with growing up.”

Three months later, news broke of Panettiere’s sudden death.

“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen,” read a statement from her father, Skip Panettiere in August 2026. “We ask for privacy as our family takes time to process this unimaginable loss.”

Keep scrolling to see what Panettiere shared about navigating postpartum depression before her death:

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Opening Up About the Challenges

During a 2015 TV appearance, Panettiere addressed her postpartum depression diagnosis.

“I can very much relate. It’s something a lot of women experience. When [you’re told] about postpartum depression, you think it’s ‘I feel negative feelings toward my child, I want to injure or hurt my child.’ I’ve never, ever had those feelings,” Panettiere shared at the time. “Some women do. But you don’t realize how broad of a spectrum you can really experience that on. It’s something that needs to be talked about. Women need to know that they’re not alone, and that it does heal.”

Panettiere clarified the “misunderstanding” surrounding the mood disorder, adding, “There’s a lot of people out there that think that it’s not real, that it’s not true. That it’s something that’s made up in their minds, that, ‘Oh, it’s hormones.’ They brush it off. It’s something that’s completely uncontrollable. It’s really painful and it’s really scary and women need a lot of support.”

Seeking Help

Months after seeking help in October 2015, Panettiere took to social media with another update, writing via Twitter, “The postpartum depression I have been experiencing has impacted every aspect of my life. Rather than stay stuck due to unhealthy coping mechanisms I have chosen to take time to reflect holistically on my health and life. Wish me luck!”

Remaining Committed to Her Mental Health

Panettiere expressed her excitement about returning to work on Nashville after she checked into a treatment center.

“I was always so terrified that people weren’t going to accept me,” she told Yahoo! Style in May 2016. “I finally just went, I’m tired of living afraid. I’m tired of living in fear of what people are going to think, so, you know, I’m just going to put it all out there on the table and I’m not going to worry about the judgment.”

Discussing Her Struggles

Panettiere opened up about her battle with postpartum depression during a 2017 appearance on Good Morning America.

“It takes you a while. You feel off. You don’t feel like yourself,” she said about how her struggles made her a “better” mom. “But, you know, women are so resilient, and that’s the incredible thing about them. I think I’m all the stronger for it. I think I’m a better mom because of it. Because you never take that connection for granted.”

Being Written Off ‘Nashville’ Amid Her Struggles

In her 2026 memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, Panettiere recalled being temporarily written off of Nashville‘s fourth season to facilitate her going to rehab.

“The producers had no choice but to write me out of the script temporarily — something that killed me because I’d always prided myself on my professionalism — and I issued a statement about where I was going and why,” she wrote. “My fans and the press were hugely sympathetic — and I’ll always be grateful for that — but a part of my career I’d come to depend on suffered. Neutrogena canceled my long-standing contract, and it was yet another blow in a year that had given almost nothing else.”

Panettiere, who appeared in various advertising campaigns for Neutrogena, previously alluded to her partnership with the brand ending.

“I talk about traumatic moments and things that people don’t even know about,” she exclusively told Us in May 2026. “The abuse I went through at the hands of people that were supposed to be there to protect me. Admitting to all of the things that I did. I knew if I was going to do this, I wanted to be brutally, painfully honest. When I was honest about postpartum depression on Live With Kelly and Michael [in 2015], the repercussions were shocking. After that interview, I had no idea when I walked off that stage that I was going to get the call saying, ‘Neutrogena wants to fire you. They’re not OK with this.’ And you’re going, ‘Wait a second, of all the things, how can they judge me about something that is so human and so real?’”

Us reached out to Neutrogena’s parent company, Kenvue, for comment at the time.

Navigating Postpartum Depression in the Public Eye

“I had it, like, all planned out in my head, and as the plans just collapsed, the postpartum came, and I was completely out of control, and suddenly I was this … I was nowhere near the mom that I had sworn to myself that one day I was going to be and that was devastating,” Panettiere told Us in her May 2026 cover story.

She continued: “That was devastating. [It] was heartbreaking. I’m such a perfectionist in so many ways that being at least a good mother was just so, so important to me. And such a crushing blow when I was incapable of being, an even semi-decent mom, in my mind.”

At the time, Panettiere recalled the day Klitschko gave her the documents to sign over full custody of their daughter amid her personal struggles.

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“It was a nightmare,” she told Us. “It was a living nightmare, and I felt so out of control. There’s nothing that I could do about it.”

Looking back, Panettiere admitted she wasn’t sure she fully processed the situation.

“I feel like I would be lying if I said that I have, even to this day, been able to fully process them, those emotions in a healthy way,” she said. “I had to figure out, there was no other option to me, but to figure out how to stand back.”