Director Steven Soderbergh has a disappointing update for “Star Wars” fans hoping to see Adam Driver reprise his role as Ben Solo in a future movie. The villainous Kylo Ren, who first appeared in 2015’s “The Force Awakens,” was later redeemed in 2019’s “The Rise of Skywalker,” which was also the last “Star Wars” film released in theaters. Although Ben Solo seemingly passed away at the end of the sequel trilogy, Driver and Soderbergh had an idea to continue Ben’s story. Unfortunately, top Disney execs did not, leading to the film’s cancellation. Despite a significant fan campaign to get the movie back on track, especially with changes in both Lucasfilm and Disney’s leadership, Soderbergh revealed that the movie is “done” and that he has moved on to other projects.

Disney’s Leadership Change Won’t Help Ben Solo’s Future

In January, Kathleen Kennedy stepped down as President of Lucasfilm and was replaced by Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan. Two months later, Josh D’Amaro officially succeeded Bob Iger as Disney CEO. With so much change in leadership, “Star Wars” fans were hopeful that the Ben Solo film, tentatively dubbed “The Hunt for Ben Solo,” would finally come to fruition.

Unfortunately, that does not seem to be the case. While promoting his upcoming film “The Christophers,” director Steven Soderbergh told The Playlist that the film is dead, saying, “Look, if it was gonna happen, it would have happened.”

“It’s that simple,” he added, giving a clear “Nope” when asked if he would ever return to the project.

‘Andor’ Had Nothing To Do With The Ben Solo Movie

Soderbergh was also asked about a fan rumor suggesting that Tony Gilroy’s highly successful Disney+ series “Andor” sparked the idea of bringing Ben Solo back to life. Soderbergh shot that idea down, saying that conversations with Driver had actually started before the “Andor” premiere.

“Well, I don’t want to say [it had no influence], because then it makes it seem like, you know, ‘I watched ‘Andor,’ and it had absolutely no impact on me,’ which is not true, it was great,” he explained. “But this was [all] before ‘Andor’ aired. Adam and I started talking, and this would have been almost three years ago now.”

Steven Soderbergh Doesn’t Regret His Work On His Scrapped ‘Star Wars’ Film

Soderbergh still valued the project as a valuable creative exercise, even if it is no longer moving forward.

“I don’t regret one minute of the time we spent working on that,” he said. “I felt the work was good. It’s just good for you to be in that room and working on it. It’s like CrossFit—it’s good for you. It’ll have a residual effect that will be unexpected at some point.”

Instead of lingering on regrets, it seems Soderbergh is taking a page out of Kylo Ren’s book and is ready to “let the past die” and move on to other projects.

“As soon as it became apparent, OK, not gonna happen, I sat down and started writing [something else],” Soderbergh said. “It’s like, ‘OK, new scenario, let’s get cracking.’ At a certain point, it’s like complaining about the weather. You just gotta keep moving.”

Steven Soderbergh Reveals The Ben Solo Movie Was Adam Driver’s Idea

In the interview, Soderbergh revealed that the idea to revisit the character of Ben Solo actually came from the “Marriage Story” actor himself.

“It was strictly Adam saying, ‘I think there’s still somewhere to go with this character.’ That’s how it started,” Soderbergh revealed. “Otherwise, I never in a million years would have found myself in that universe again.”

Adam Driver First Revealed The Film’s Existence In October 2025

In October 2025, Adam Driver first revealed the existence of “The Hunt for Ben Solo” in a conversation with AP News while promoting his film “Father Mother Sister Brother.”

Soderbergh and Rebecca Blunt outlined a story that the group then pitched to Kennedy, Filoni, and Lucasfilm vice president Cary Beck. After getting their approval, Scott Z. Burns wrote the script.

“We presented the script to Lucasfilm. They loved the idea. They totally understood our angle and why we were doing it,” Driver said. “We took it to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman, and they said no. They didn’t see how Ben Solo was alive. And that was that.”

NCIS: Origins shocked viewers by having Gary Callahan the dog get stabbed in the line of duty — but did he survive?

During the Tuesday, April 7, episode of the NCIS prequel, flashbacks shows how Gary came into Franks’ (Kyle Schmid) life. Then in present time they were chasing a suspect when the dog is badly stabbed. The blade ultimately damaged several nerves controlling the movement in his hind legs, which made the vet work that he won’t be able to walk again.

The episode ended with scenes from Gary’s induction ceremony vs. his retirement, which he got up to get his medal recognizing his courage and valor. (Gary will remain an agent where he will split time between Franks on the weekends and Herm on the workdays.)

“Maybe it was just grit or hell, or maybe it was a miracle, but in that moment, Gary Callahan stood up and took his first steps — for the second time,” Mark Harmon‘s Gibbs said in a voiceover.

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NCIS: Origins, which premiered in October 2024, follows a young Gibbs — a role originated by Mark Harmon — years prior to the events of NCIS. The new series picks up less than a year after Gibbs’ wife and daughter were killed. During season 1, Gibbs started a new job as a special agent at the NIS Camp Pendleton office while still dealing with the aftermath of losing his family.

“That was really our ultimate goal from the start was to make a show that the fans of the original show loved and felt satisfied by. But [it is] also [a show] that new viewers can come in from the beginning of NCIS: Origins,” cocreator Gina Monreal explained to Us Weekly in April 2025. “Viewers can jump in and not be confused and really get on board with our characters and their stories. We’ve always approached it from that point of view. I feel like we’ve succeeded.”

She continued: “We’re really keen on sticking to canon [events]. We’re strict about that. We want to pay respect to the mothership. We both have written on the mothership and do love that show. But we also love branching out into our new characters and digging into their emotional lives.”

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At the time, Monreal and cocreator David J. North talked about how they were able to explore everything they planned in season 1 — but there was one idea they want to expand on.

“Special Agent Gary Callahan — or K-9 Special Agent — we could have got more of him in there. So we need more flashbacks,” North quipped. “Maybe that’s the next spinoff. NCIS: Gary Callahan.”

NCIS: Origins airs Tuesdays to CBS at 9 p.m. ET.

Bishop Marvin Sapp wed Dr. La’Boris Cole recently in a lavish wedding that included a helicopter arrival. Photos of the grandiose celebration had social media speculating about every detail, down to the cost! Well, Dr. Sapp cleared the air on Easter Sunday during the service, denying that church money funded their wedding.

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Yes, The Wedding Was Tea! 

Essence covered the Sapp wedding, revealing that the couple wed on March 20 at his church, The Chosen Vessel. He reportedly wore two suits with red bottoms that day, while she donned a princess-style, strapless gown with a long veil. Dr. La’Boris arrived in a helicopter. And the wedding was a black-tie affair, complete with a ballerina performance. Soon, the internet started yapping about the celebration’s luxurious elements.

Dr. La’Boris Cole Sapp Says Her Husband Is “Integral”

So, while speaking to the congregation on Sunday, Dr. La’Boris reportedly thanked her husband for accepting her in full and never making it a competition between them.

“Make sure you know who you’re marrying, that you don’t marry somebody trying to compete with you. So, Bishop, thank you so much for taking all of me, all that came with me, ministry, goofy, loud, happy, loving,” she said.

La’Boris added that Marvin Sapp is a good man who doesn’t defraud the church. “You don’t take or rob the church. The church didn’t pay for the wedding, y’all stop lying. God’s been good to me.”

Dr. La’Boris speaking on her husband’s character comes a year after his “close the doors” controversy. At the time, video surfaced of him encouraging a conference crowd in 2024 to donate to the church, and encouraging what appeared to be ushers to “close the doors.” He said on the ‘Rickey Smiley Morning Show’ last year that the resurfaced footage led to death threats against his family. However, he clarified that the donations went back to the church’s conference budget, denying that he cashed in on any of it.

“I’m not walking around here trying to be a pimp. I’m not trying to take advantage of people. That’s never been my passion. I’m serious about ministry,” Marvin Sapp explained on the morning show.

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Marvin Sapp’s Wife Slams Rumors About Helicopter Arrival

In addition to clearing up their wedding’s funding, Dr. La’Boris Cole Sapp also addressed her unique wedding entrance. The helicopter. Mrs. Sapp clarified that she bought the helicopter, not her husband. She added that “everybody’s not broke and everybody don’t need the church’s money.” Dr. La’Boris said she’s surrendered her life to God who has blessed her and the bishop with “multiple streams of income” outside of the church. “When he wasn’t getting paid here, God still blessed him,” she told the congregation on Resurrection Sunday.

“I told God a long time ago, I’m not going to serve you and your people and I’m broke,” she said, as reported by theJasmineBrand.

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Roomies, y’all already know Russell Wilson is always reminding Ciara that he’s down to grow their family any chance he gets. Well, after Ciara came through and dropped it low in a new TikTok video, fans are saying he looks like he’s ready for baby Cinco and Seis!

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Russell Wilson Isn’t Hiding It — Ciara’s Twerk Has Him Thinking About Babies

When it comes to Ciara, Russell Wilson stays locked in! The husband and wife popped out on TikTok with a lil’ fun video, vibing to DaBaby’s single, ‘Pop Dat Thang.’ Ciara popped it — literally, showing off her twerking skills, but while fans always love to see her dance, they kept their eyes on Russell’s reaction because he made it crystal clear that he was loving every second. As soon as DaBaby hit the lyric, “spread that,” Russell quickly threw up a lil’ hand gesture to show exactly where his head was at, if you catch our drift. Peep the video below.

The Internet Can’t Get Enough Of Russell & Ciara

After The Shade Room posted the clip of Russell and Ciara, fans flooded the comment section. Plenty of folks said a new Baby Wilson is definitely on the way, while others said they just love seeing Russell and Ciara pop up on their timelines.

Instagram user @sunrai777_ wrote, “Cinco & Seis on da way 👶🏽👶🏽” 

Instagram user @1_tauniemarie wrote, “Honestly the only celeb couple that i genuinely enjoy 🔥” 

While Instagram user @_cassanova wrote, “Russel ain’t ever been threatened by a good time🤰🏽😭” 

Then Instagram user @jessyouknowthebest wrote, “Everyone saying she’s about to be pregnant.. idk it’s giving she already is.” 

Instagram user @_jess2pretty wrote, “Ciara is the problem 🤭🤭🤭” 

Another Instagram user @bryttain_ wrote, “Russell is happy he married Ciara 👏🏾👏🏾 his own entertainment at home 🫶🏾” 

Instagram user @elsrich wrote, “But when the man asks for cinco, he’s the wild one 😂😂😂😂” 

While another Instagram user @il_scrappys_back wrote, “I love them two DOWN!! Lol ❤️❤️” 

Then, another Instagram user @anniethelibra wrote, “She’s a Scorpio & he lovesss it there 😂 IYKYK 🤭” 

Finally, Instagram user @official.nicoleee_ wrote, “This why she always pregnant 😂😂” 

Ciara’s Model Walk & Hand On Her Belly Has Fans Goin’ WILD

Before Russell’s spicy reaction to Ciara’s twerk, fans were already convinced Baby Cinco might be on the way. The internet was on CiCi heavy after she showed off her model walk in March while attending Karol G’s Con Cora Land event in Miami. Some fans couldn’t get over CiCi’s video as she looked stunning in a deep red sleeveless top and feathery red skirt, serving a mean walk. Meanwhile, the internet detectives were busy speculating whether she was dropping hints that she was expecting her fifth child. While strutting, Ciara placed her hand on her stomach. On top of that, she added the caption, “Llamame MAMAZOTA :),” which means ‘MamaZota’ in English, fueling even more rumors. Right now, there’s still no word on whether baby number five is on the way, but fans are definitely cosigning Russell’s dream of expanding their family.

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Offset has been sued by a Detroit casino for allegedly not paying his $100K tab days after he was shot in Florida.

According to documents obtained by TMZ on Wednesday, April 8, the rapper (real name Kiari Kendrell Cephus) is being sued by the MotorCity Casino Hotel for breach of contract, fraud and more. The casino claimed that Offset opened a credit line of $100K with the establishment in March 2024.

The casino’s lawsuit claimed that they could not reach Offset to pay the alleged debt, so they attempted to take the money out of the musician’s account directly — an alleged agreement made when Offset opened the line of credit. The casino alleged that there was not enough money in Offset’s account to settle the debt.

In a statement to Us Weekly, a rep for Offset shared, “We are working toward a resolution.”

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Two days before MotorCity Casino’s lawsuit was filed, news broke that Offset had been shot near the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

“We can confirm Offset was shot and is currently at the hospital receiving medical care,” the rapper’s rep told Complex in a statement on Monday, April 6. “He is stable and being closely monitored.”

Seminole County, Florida, police told Page Six that no life-threatening injuries were sustained in the shooting. (Before the shooting Offset was reportedly hanging out with fans at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino and displayed no obvious signs of trouble.)

“We are aware of an incident that occurred at a valet area after 7 p.m. Monday outside of Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood that resulted in non-life threatening injuries to an individual who was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood,” a police spokesperson said to the outlet. “Seminole Police were on site immediately and the situation was contained quickly. Two individuals have been detained by police. The investigation is ongoing. The site is secure and there is no threat to the public. Operations continue as normal.”

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Offset is best known for being a member of the rap group Migos, which also consisted of Quavo and Takeoff who was Offset’s cousin. In November 2022, Takeoff was killed in a shooting in Houston, Texas. He was 28. Offset and Quavo disbanded Migos one year later.

“Things on the business side wasn’t turning to my favor. I’ve got kids and family,” Offset said of the decision to halt Migos during an October 2025 appearance on the “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer” podcast. “I’m just getting older and getting more smart, paying more attention to my money and my finances. I felt like I wanted a bigger piece, not from [Quavo and Takeoff] but from the business.”

The rapper has also made headlines over the years for his romance with Cardi B. The pair, who share daughter Kulture, 7, son Wave, 4, and daughter Blossom, 19 months, were married from 2017 to 2024.

Gavin Rossdale is revealing what it was really like living next to Britney Spears. During an April 2026 interview, the Bush musician called the “Oops!… I Did It Again” singer a “real character” and reflected on an experience when she came over and went swimming together.

Gavin Rossdale Recalls Swimming With Britney Spears

In an April 7 interview with Sirius XM’s Page Six Radio, Rossdale reflected on a time when he went swimming with Spears, something that the “Toxic” singer had already discussed a few years ago.

“Of course,” he replied. “How could you forget that?” He went on to describe how they used to be neighbors and that she “got on really well” with him and his children.

“Well, we were neighbors. And so she came round, I think, when the kids were small, and she was a real character,” he recalled.

He went on to praise the pop star, calling her “lovely” and “amazing.” He also called her “a great swimmer.”

Gavin Rossdale’s Kids Were A Big Fan Of Britney Spears

The hosts asked if Rossdale’s children –  Kingston, now 19, Zuma, now 17, and Apollo, now 12 – got along with Spears’ two sons: Sean Preston, now 20, and Jayden James, now 19.

However, he revealed that they were all “too busy chatting with Britney.”

He also opened up on his parenting style, revealing that it was important to him not to raise “jerks.”

“That’s all I put my mind to, not forcing any doctrine on them. Not too many guardrails,” he explained. “Just be there and make them be cool and nice and kind and sort of interested in other people. And not self-obsessed.”

Rossdale continued, “Just try and lift their heads up to the world and see it…I just wanted them to be good people, and they are.”

Gavin Rossdale Reflects On Co-Parenting With Gwen Stefani

Rossdale and Gwen Stefani split in 2015. She went on to marry Blake Shelton in 2021, adding another dynamic to their co-parenting relationship.

“It is an interesting kind of [relationship],” Rossdale told Fox News Digital in March. “It’s a two-lane highway, you know, but they don’t ever seem to merge, which is fine.”

“[She’s] probably doing the best she can, and I’m doing the best I can,” he continued. “And the kids are growing up, so I’m a proud proponent of the system.”

Britney Spears Spends Time With Her Sons On A Yacht

Meanwhile, Britney Spears has reconnected with her two sons following the end of her controversial 13-year conservatorship, which lasted from February 2008 to November 2021, when it was finally struck down by a judge.

On March 30, the “Gimme More” singer took to Instagram to share several photos and videos of herself on a yacht with her two sons, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Kevin Federline.

“I’m flying, I’m flying, Jack – I better stay present whenever I can,” Britney wrote in the caption, seemingly making a “Titanic” reference.

She then added, “I better stay present whenever I can. I should disappear for how slow they went on that boat … I can still dream folks !!! PS… it’s been five years, JUST SAYING!” Many fans believe that her P.S. was in regards to the end of her conservatorship.

Britney’s Sons Will Be ‘Spending Time With Her’ Following DUI Arrest

On Thursday, March 4, the “Criminal” singer was arrested on suspicion of a DUI while driving near her home in Ventura, California. At the time, a rep revealed that her sons would be spending more time with her following her arrest.

“Her boys are going to be spending time with her. Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue needed plan to set her up for success for well being,” the rep said.

The California Highway Patrol claimed that the Princess of Pop was “driving erratically at a high rate of speed … showed signs of impairment and submitted to a series of field sobriety tests” and “was subsequently arrested for a violation of California Vehicle Code section 23152(g), driving under the influence of a combination of drugs and alcohol.”

Her rep called it “an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” but went on to say, “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time.”

Marsai Martin came in HAWT for quarter two, and she’s heating up social media with a glimpse of her year so far. The actress made it clear she was the meal and the snack in Q2, and fans agree that there’s no crumbs!

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Masai Martin Is Servin’ Lewks & Leaving NO Crumbs In Q2

Marsai Martin isn’t playing in quarter two, and it shows! The ‘Black-ish’ star dropped some new photos on Instagram flexing her style, and fans are living for her glow-up. In the carousel, she serves in a variety of looks one pic shows her rocking an all-black outfit with a custom tee featuring her name. Another close-up shows her glam and the face is beat, okay! Then she stunts in a silver backless mini dress. The bawdy? Tea! The waist? Invisible! And those legs have fans begging for her workout routine. Marsai kept her caption short, just writing, ‘Q2’ with a dinner plate emoji — and trust, fans are eating her pics all the way UP!

Marsai’s Q2 Glow-Up Has Fans SHOOK & Obsessed!

Fans flooded The Shade Room’s comment section after seeing Marsai’s photos. Some said she’s always been tea and stays slaying, while others couldn’t get over how fast she’s grown up.

Instagram user @prissykhrissy_ wrote, “She the Birthday 😍” 

Instagram user @sweetmia3 wrote, “She’s so grown up 😭😭 beautiful 😍” 

While Instagram user @hit_different___ wrote, “‘Always so lady like’ tasteful !” 

Then Instagram user @biggyazztv wrote, “SHE IS THE MOMENT 😍😍😍 ALL OF THEMMMM 🥰🥳. She is blossoming so gracefully & I love to see it 🥹💕” 

Another Instagram user @___leecash___ wrote, “She is who tf she thinks she’s issssss 🔥😍😮‍💨🙌🏾” 

Instagram user @mermaidvibezz2 wrote, “She’s very pretty and super talented 🔥” 

While another Instagram user @something.about.simone wrote, “😍😍😍 Gorgeous.” 

Then another Instagram user @ourlove.abroad wrote, “They grow up so fast🥹” 

Instagram user @ambellla wrote, “I’m just not ready for her to be an adult yet 😩 da baby is all grown up 😢” 

Finally, Instagram user @maequnrobinson wrote, “Marsai know she fine. 😍” 

From Award Season To Q2, Marsai Has The TL On Lock

Marsai might be eating up quarter two, but she didn’t play around in Q1 either. She had folks online locked in on her looks during award show season. At the Oscars alone, she served in a chocolate strapless dress. She let the gown do all of the talking, paring it with just a thick choker necklace and diamond bracelets. The look and the glam? Straight-up award worthy! Swipe below to see the photos.

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