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Star Sightings: Hilary Duff Hosts an Album Event in L.A., Michael B. Jordan Steps Out in Santa Barbara
Here’s a look at what celebrities have been up to as of late!
Hilary Duff hosted her “luck…or something” album celebration event at The Grove in Los Angeles, California, which was attended by Kristi Cook a.k.a. Spill Sesh.
Michael B. Jordan attended the 41st Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival in Santa Barbara, California in the Bleusalt Classic T in Black.
Rose Byrne appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in Los Angeles, California in the Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry 64.93 Carat Moonstone Drop Earrings and 5.93 Carat Flexible Diamond Eternity Band before attending a screening of If I Had Legs I’d Kick You in Los Angeles, California in the jewelry brand’s Pearl Tassel Sautoir Necklace, 0.77 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings, and 5.93 Carat Flexible Diamond Eternity Band.
Florence Pugh attended the opening night of Dracula at Noël Coward Theatre in London, England in Look 42 from Patou’s Fall 2026 collection.
Nina Dobrev vacationed in Los Cabos, Mexico in the Banning Bikini Top and Banning Bikini Bottom both in black by LSPACE.
Teyana Taylor attended the 41st Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival: Virtuosos Award at The Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara, California and carried the Polène x Róisín Pierce Button Bow Sphere Edition Porcelain bag.
Demi Lovato and Jutes celebrated an early Valentine’s Day at Carversteak at Resorts World Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada, where they shared caviar poppers, tuna tartare, medium rare filets, and nonalcoholic espresso martinis crafted with Almave, a non-alcoholic blue agave spirit from Jalisco, and more.
Paris Hilton attended the Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California in a pair of custom ALDO Black Stessy pumps.
Gigi Hadid stepped out in New York City in Helsa’s Italian Wool Blend Topcoat.
Miles Teller enjoyed a stroll in Los Angeles, California in the Rifka sunglasses by RAEN. ‘
Taylor Swift wore the Reebok Club C 85 Vintage Shoes, while her background dancers wore the brand’s Women’s Freestyle Hi Shoes in the music video for “Opalite.”
Ali Larter attended the Landman Panel and Awards Presentation during the 14th SCAD TVfest in Atlanta, Georgia in the Monique Lhuillier FW’25 Cotton Tweed Scoop Neck Sculpted Dress in Noir.
Erin Foster shared her love for Moon Juice’s Ashwanganda on an episode of The World’s First Podcast.
Saweetie posed on Instagram in the L’eggs tights in Chalk.
P!nk and husband Carey Hart and their kids enjoyed burgers, wings, and CrazyShakes at Black Tap in New York City.
Kim Kardashian showed her love for the LA Glam Co. x Olivia Pierson collaboration on her Instagram Story.
Hudson Williams told The Cut that the Murad Rapid Relief Acne Spot Treatment is his go-to for powering down a pimple.
Gabrielle Union snapped a selfie in the Cherry Bandeau Top by ISMÊ Swim. The actress also wore the Hawaii Hibiscus Hoodie in Heather Cloud by Pink Palm Puff to Deirdre Maloney’s birthday party.
Gia Giudice attended alice + olivia’s New York Fashion Week event in New York City.
Megan Moroney stopped by SiriusXM Nashville in Nashville, Tennessee in the Lulus Simply Adoring Pink Tweed Pleated High-Waisted Mini Skort.
Lovie Simone attended the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California in the Binti Sunglasses in black by MELLER.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock snapped a selfie for Instagram in the Lime Vest by Ezili Swim.
Jasmin Savoy Brown had dinner at Vinile Chophouse in New York City, where she enjoyed fried brussels sprouts with ricotta, tuna tartare, filet mignon, potato puree, focaccia, and Tequila Ocho drinks.
Amirah J accepted her Breaking Big Award at the 14th SCAD TVfest in Atlanta, Georgia in the Lulus Chic and Sophisticated Light Blue Tweed Cropped Tank Top and Pants styled with the matching Agnesca Baby Blue Satin Slingback Kitten Heel Pumps. The actress also attended the Scrubs premiere at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, California in the Lulus Thalina Dark Grey Pinstriped Rhinestone Halter Vest Top and Pants.
Andrew Watt attended the Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California after getting his hair done by Chris McMillan using Chris McMillan products.
Alexandre Singh, Natalie Musteata, and Julianne Moore attend a Two People Exchanging Saliva screening and Q&A hosted by The New Yorker at The Crosby in NYC.
Cassie DiLaura attended the Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California in the Damme Earrings in white gold by Kaimanna by Samara.
Jesse Solomon signed with CAA for music representation after receiving support from Millennial Entertainment.
Monet McMichael attended the Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California in the Luna Single Line Diamond Slim Bangle in yellow gold by La Marquise.
Ciara Miller attended the Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California in the Olivetta Lab Emerald Lab Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold, the Prism Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, and the Esther Lab Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold.
Teddy Swims signed autographs at the Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California using the Sharpie S-Gel Copper pen.
Chase DeMoor competed in the SRGN Studios All-Star Game in Los Angeles, California.
Bailey Zimmerman was announced as American Eagle’s newest campaign star for American Eagle Jeans Country to celebrate AE serving as the exclusive apparel and denim sponsor of Stagecoach at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California in April 2026.
Celeb stylists Danielle O’Connell and Alix Gropper teamed up with Hudson to curate the brand’s top spring 2026 looks.
Valentina Ferrer attended the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California after getting her hair done by celebrity hairstylist Glen Coco using Goddess Maintenance’s BioTech Blowout Leave-In Restorative Hair Mask.
Rain Spencer, Emily Althaus, and Ted Monte starred in DAD’S LEG, a dark comedy centered on two sisters battling over their father’s soon-to-be amputated limb, written and directed by Zach Shields and produced by Olivia Wachsberger and Cara Christian, at The Hudson Theatres in Los Angeles, California.
Katie Austin attended the Sports Illustrated Super Bowl party, Tight End University celebration, and more festivities in San Francisco, California.
Caroline Vazzana attended the LoveShackFancy, Christian Siriano, Christian Cowan, and more fashion shows during New York Fashion Week in New York City.
Sedge Beswick spoke at MadFest Manchester in Manchester, England.
Marissa Van Noy celebrated Super Bowl weekend in San Francisco, California with her husband Kyle Van Noy.
Hannah Meloche attended the alice +olivia , Steve Madden, and more fashion shows during New York Fashion Week in New York City.
Carson Roney celebrated NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, California with Gatorade and Adidas.
Shelton Wilder attended a PADEL event hosted by the 4th Wall Invitational in Los Angeles, California to support the Watts Conservatory of Music.
Natacha Karam wore the Corset and Skirt Set (Model Number 2345) by OKSANA MUKHA while attending The Faithful: Women of the Bible London screening in London, England.
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu attended the Julien MacDonald Fashion Week Show during London Fashion Week in London, England.
Jane Olivia was out and about in Palm Springs, California for a private chef opportunity.
Sophie Saint explored vintage cars while out in Tokyo, Japan.
Ash K Holm hosted an Awards Season Recovery Suite in Los Angeles, California with Dripology.
Susan Holmes McKagan attended the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California with her husband, Duff McKagan, who performed in the Ozzy Osbourne tribute.
Jessy Potts wore The Serena Set by Mars The Label to the Love Island All Stars finale.
Celebrity facialist Sofie Pavitt hosted a lunch at Cecconi’s in West Hollywood, California to celebrate the launch of the Sofie Pavitt Face Screentime™ Non-Comedogenic Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 30 made for acne-prone skin with ectoin, niacinamide and vitamin E.
Griffin Johnson’s horse, Sandman, made his 4th debut at Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Jeanee Crane-Mauzy and Tariq Abou-Bakr celebrated their engagement in Thailand. Mauzy also participated in the annual Cupid’s Chase Run in Salt Lake City, Utah to support the MoCrazy Strong Foundation.
Shoshanna Raven hosted a virtual event to celebrate her book The Limit Does Not Exist: Unreasonable Joy, Shameless Wealth and a Life Beyond Your Vision Board.
Gabi Moura, Alexis Ren, Sab Quesada, and Ashley Moore starred in Outcast’s campaign for The Spring Break Collection inspired by Spring Breakers with statement swim, easy shorts, mix-and-match printed sets, micro minis and skin-baring dresses.
Karen Gonzalez, Darcy McQueeny, Mia Deluca, and Maddie Dean starred in the Too Faced Through Every Plot Twist, Still Better Than Sex campaign to celebrate the brand’s Better Than Sex Mascara.
Flora Mirabilis founder Jordan LaFragola hosted facial treatments at the 1 Hotel West Hollywood in West Hollywood, California.
Lucinda Strafford wore the The Cowl Sequin Maxi Set by Mars The Label while appearing on the Love Island All Stars finale.
Amy Synott, Goop’s Editor in Chief, and Douglas Little, founder of Heretic Parfum, hosted a screening of The Bride followed by a Q&A to at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Los Angeles, California to celebrate the Heretic Parfum collaboration with the Warner Bros. film.
Kim Gravel is set to host the Hey Girl! With Kim Gravel call in show for QVC+ and HSN+.
Ella Langley starred in the American Eagle Jeans Country campaign and debuted a curated shop on AE.com, featuring her favorite denim, t-shirts, layering pieces, and accessories.
Cassidy Kmetz teamed up with Bret Contreras to showcase her core-to-glute workout method.
Amanda Frances celebrated the launch of her digital Manifestation Moment Party with a digital pay what you feel event.
Terry and Heather Dubrow launched their Dr. and Mrs. Guinea Pig video series inspired by their novel.
Donni Davy and Half Magic Beauty announced the brand’s Sephora UK expansion.
Holly Brooks is set to relaunch her Stronger Together podcast.
Jamie Milne’s hot honey halloumi bowls with crispy chickpeas and couscous went viral on social media.
Brooke Hyland shared a behind-the-scenes look at her wedding in Fort Myers, Florida with The Knot, where she and her husband exchanged wedding bands by Brilliant Earth.
Anderson .Paak, Benson Boone, Doja Cat, Ariana Madix, Ashley Park, and more stars are set to attend Live Más LIVE ‘s variety show experience hosted by Vince Staples at The Palladium in Los Angeles, California, where 20+ new menu innovations will be revealed, and fans can stream the event exclusively on Peacock on March 10 at 12 PM EST/9 AM PST.
Anita Yokota launched her TEDx talk about intentional design.
Polly Brindle snapped a photo for Instagram with her Teddy Blake purse.
Isabel Alysa, founder of Dolce Glow, launched the Express Mousse, a fast-developing, customizable self-tan made for quicker and more flexible tanning. The formula features glycerin, avocado, and prickly pear, and develops in as little as two hours, and the Acqua Dark Hydrating Face Mist, available exclusively at Sephora.
Violet Witchel was out and about in Milan, Italy during the Winter Olympics watching the games and tracking down the city’s best gluten‑free pastas, pizzas, and spritzes.
e.l.f. SKIN hosted the wake the e.l.f. up event at Established Today in Los Angeles, California to celebrate the launch of the brand’s Bright + Brew-tiful Eye Cream, where guests enjoyed a limited-edition e.l.f.spresso Banana Latte, a live DJ set, and more.
Dancing hosted a Scent and Sip event at Only the Wild Ones in Venice, California, where guests enjoyed a formal winetasting event.
Well People hosted Café Skinforia at Flore Los Angeles in West Hollywood, California to celebrate the launch of the brand’s Skinforia Serum Foundation, where guets enjoyed a DJ set by Pamela Tick, professional shade matching with a Well People makeup artist, beauty touch ups, and coffee and bites.
Brian Henson presented Puppet Up! – Uncensored, for a limited six performances at the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre in Los Angeles, California, directed by Patrick Bristow, featuring 80 of the MISKREANT puppets brought to life by a cast of world-class puppeteers from The Jim Henson Company.
The Crème Shop hosted a night of K-beauty, personalization and more to celebrate the launch of the Crème Collection.
TONYMOLY hosted the Valentine’s Day Mask Melt Movie Night at Soho House West Hollywood in West Hollywood, California to celebrate the launch of their Mask Melts.
Hollywood Palladium hosted a culinary preview event to celebrate the opening of Vinyl Room inspired by Japanese hi-fi listening lounges with acoustically tuned interiors and a music-driven food and cocktail program.
Blonde PR hosted a Galentine’s Day dinner at Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, with Poolbar London, Haley J, The patch Method, Saint + Sólita, Sprae, Lumi Glow Skin, Beautybio, Vie Beauty, Pretti Coffee, Social Bird Rosé, Savv Jolie, and Stringys.
LSPACE celebrated the brand’s soft launch flagship pop-up in Miami Beach, Florida with a series of thoughtfully curated events, where guests will receive a free embroidered tank top with any purchase while supplies last, followed by a public grand opening featuring curated giveaways, exclusive experiences, and a look at LSPACE’s latest collections.
GUIZIO launched part one of its Spring 2026 collection, I Love You Truly, alongside the limited-edition Heart Shrunken Hoodie for Valentine’s Day. The brand also expanded its footwear category with the launch of The Sonny Pump and The Billy Boot, crafted in 100% leather with the signature GUIZIO CloudStep™ Cushion Insole, a proprietary comfort system designed for supportive, comfortable wear.
CLEARSTEM launched the EYE CANDY EYE PATCHES to help under eyes depuff, hydrate, and brighten without pore-clogging ingredients.
Primark launched the Your Denim collection featuring The Flare, The Loose, The Straight, The Wide, starting at $20, as well as a capsule collection with five garments across womenswear and menswear.
Sasha Therese launched the Hazel collection, filled with chocolate and butter yellow sets with low rise midi skirts, asymmetric off shoulder tops, and body skimming halters, as well as the Fleur collection featuring delicate lace trims, sheer paneling, icy blue tones, crisp white, and berry statement pieces.
Manucurist Paris launched Active Blur, a blurring care polish made with 78% natural-origin ingredients like chestnut extract, niacinamide, and resurfacing AHAs to smooth visible imperfections, enhance natural radiance, strengthen, and regenerate nail texture, and deliver a soft, matte powder pink finish without a base or topcoat required.
LolaVie launched the Let There Be Hair Scalp Serum, a daily, lightweight scalp serum powered by advanced peptide and phyto-retinol technology that helps boost hair density, reduce shedding, and provide thicker, fuller-looking hair in as little as 90 days.
Melissa teamed up with Hello Kitty and Friends to launch The Melissa x Hello Kitty and Friends collection featuring platform slides, sandals, bags, an exclusive keychain, and more.
banu skin launched the Dark Spot Milky Serum powered by 3% tranexamic acid, 2% alpha arbutin, and 2% niacinamide to fade dark spots, post-acne marks, and hyperpigmentation.
Lee Denim launched a limited-edition release of the Slim Straight Overall in Sensory Overload, with each pair individually numbered.
Round Lab debuted their Camellia Deep Collagen masks at Target with two ultra-cooling hydrogel treatments designed to visibly firm, lift, and hydrate skin, powered by Round Lab’s proprietary Camellia Collagenol™ complex.
Luna Bronze launched its bestselling Glow Tanning Moisturizer in Medium a deeper version of the Glow Gradual, which builds with daily use while hydrating and smoothing skin texture with grapeseed oil, organic shea butter, and raspberry extract.
Taco Bell launched Chicken Bacon Ranch Street Chalupas, featuring toasted cheddar street-style shells filled with slow-roasted chicken, crispy bacon, pico de gallo, shredded cheddar cheese, and creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce, and Chicken Bacon Ranch Nacho Fries made with chicken, bacon, warm nacho cheese sauce, Avocado Ranch Sauce, and pico de gallo.
XIRENA launched the Spring 2026 collection filled with relaxed denim, soft terry, suede jackets, cashmere, breathable cottons, soft separates, and more with contrast stitching, subtle embroidery, and sun-washed colors.
Dr. Merve and Dr. Polen developed SickScience’s NetWork Rich Concentrate Serum to support the same biological signaling pathways that help skin recover and renew, plus improve skin texture and firmness, minimize the appearance of pores, reduce the look of dark spots, enhance hydration, and boost skin’s cell-to-cell communication.
PHLUR launched the Rose Whip deodorant with velvety rose, delectable black currant, honeyed asmanthus, deep amber, cashmere wood, and sensual musk.
Augustinus Bader launched The Geranium Rose Body Cream, a sensorial evolution to the award-winning The Body Cream, delicately scented with Geranium Rose and powered by the brand’s proprietary TFC8® technology.
Tatcha launched the Carry Your Kissu Kit, a limited-edition bundle featuring three Kissu Lip Masks, including exclusive the shades Kissu Plum and Kissu Gold Leaf, a full-size Serum Stick, travel-size Dewy Skin Mist, and a Kissu keepsake case.
Il Borro from the Ferruccio Ferragamo family estate in Tuscany, Italy, launched the Pinino Brunello di Montalcino to embody understated luxury and authenticity.
La La Land Kind Cafe teamed up with The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, California to debut a limited-edition matcha latte collection featuring the Iced Strawberry Fields Matcha and the Iced Strawberry Cloud Matcha Latte, blending the hotel’s iconic pink-and-green palette with the coffee shop’s signature yellow sleeve.
Olive & June launched a Valentine’s Day Collection with 7 brand-new polish shades, 4 new press-on styles, 2 fresh Pressies looks, and a pink Caboodle complete with limited-edition stickers.
SkinnyDipped offered their celebrity-loved healthier snacks, including Dark Chocolate Almond Bites and Dark Chocolate Cups to celebrate February’s Snack month, as well as Super Bowl, and Valentine’s Day.
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Cher’s Son Elijah Blue Allman Arrested on Assault, Trespassing Charges
Elijah Blue Allman
Cher’s Son Arrested for Assault at Prep School
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Elijah Blue Allman, the son of Cher and the late Greg Allman, was arrested Friday night on trespassing charges at an elite prep school in Concord, New Hampshire.
The Concord Police Department tells TMZ … officers responded to St. Paul’s School for the report of an unwanted guest on Friday evening, just before 7 PM local time. It was reported a male — identified as Elijah — was in the dining hall “causing a disturbance and acting belligerently.”
Elijah was booked into the Merrimack County Jail and was charged with 2 counts of simple assault and one count each of criminal trespass, criminal threatening and disorderly conduct.
He was processed and released on personal recognizance — meaning he didn’t need to pay bail — and will have an arraignment date in the future.
He has no clear association with the school … and our sources say they don’t know why he was there. Elijah is primarily based in Southern California.
TMZ has reached out to Cher’s rep for comment … so far, no word back.
Elijah made headlines in June 2025 when he was rushed to the hospital from his home during an overdose. We were told at the time, authorities were called due to him behaving erratically. We also learned drugs were discovered inside the home.
His OD came about 2 months after his wife Marieangela King filed for divorce after 13 years together — 1 year after she accused his famous mother of orchestrating his kidnapping. The “Strong Enough” hitmaker has denied such allegations.
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Remember … Cher filed for a conservatorship over her son in December 2023, reasoning he was “substantially unable to manage his own financial resources due to severe mental health and substance abuse issues.” Cher also accused Marieangela of blocking Elijah from getting mental health and substance abuse treatment he needed.
Cher dismissed her case at the end of 2024.
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Maggie Gyllenhaal admits to feeling 'envy' toward brother Jake Gyllenhaal early in their careers
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“I don’t think I knew that at first, when I was young and Jake was a movie star right away,” said the actress, who directed her sibling for the first time in her new film, “The Bride.”
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RayAsianBoy Reacts After N3on Challenges Him To Boxing Match
Whew! Things got heated during a recent MrBeast event when N3on confronted RayAsianBoy about a potential boxing match. A clip from the moment is now circulating online, and social media users are sounding off about Ray’s response.
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RayAsianBoy Has A Shocking Reaction To N3on Challenging Him To A Boxing Match
On Friday, Feb. 27, YouTube creator MrBeast hosted a large-scale video shoot featuring several popular streamers competing for a chance to win $1 million.
Multiple creators went live behind the scenes, giving fans a glimpse into the event. In one clip that quickly went viral, streamer N3on approaches RayAsianBoy while cameras are rolling.
N3on greets Ray and tells him there is no bad blood between them, suggesting they move past previous issues. He then proposes that the two set up a boxing match, claiming they could each earn $1 million.
Ray, however, shuts down the idea.
Instead of entertaining a future bout, Ray challenges N3on to fight on the spot. He makes it clear he does not want to stage a boxing match and does not need money as an incentive.
Social Media Reacts
Instagram user @mishabrinkss wrote, “Can’t lie my money on Rayquan 🤣”
Another Instagram user @615kee wrote, “One thing we not gone do is play about Rayquan and he definitely winning 😂😂😂”
While Instagram user @itsthiana wrote, “Ray was clearly raised by New Yorkers 😭😭😭 he is on datttttttttt”
Instagram user @cinnamon_jefe wrote, “Didn’t ray train for the military 🤔”
Another Instagram user @ariellalucie wrote, “I got my money on Big Ray 😂”
While Instagram user @bigboyvon29 wrote, “He tryna be funny and ray serious af 😂😂😂”
Instagram user @wyo.jbeezy wrote, “Like Neon said y’all both not like dat relax 😂😂😂😂😂😂 for the first time neon actually right 😂😂”
Another Instagram user @granddaughtaaa_ wrote, “& this is the MOST normal I’ve ever seen Rakai 😂😂😂”
While Instagram user @dearsiobahn wrote, “Ray said nah, now or nothing 😂 I stand with Ray!”
Here’s Past Tension Between Ray And Neon
This is not the first time Ray and N3on have found themselves in the same conversation online.
Their issues appear to stem from a past incident involving streamer Kai Cenat. N3on previously faced backlash after using a racial slur in reference to Kai Cenat’s mother. The comment sparked widespread criticism across social media.
N3on later issued a public apology to Kai Cenat.
While details surrounding Ray’s direct involvement remain unclear, he has previously shown support for Kai, and the resurfaced tension appears to stem from that controversy.
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Thank God This Movie Idea Featuring the Stars of Harry Potter Never Happened
The Harry Potter films did not just bring one of the most famous book series ever created to life with groundbreaking special and practical effects. It introduced the world to three actors who would all quickly become beloved household names: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint. The embodiment of their corresponding characters, Harry, Ron, and Hermione, along with their real-world personalities, would set them in good standing for what came after the Harry Potter series ended with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. All three went on to find success, with Radcliffe being the most experimental and arguably the most successful of the trio, which led to his recent interview on the YouTube show Hot Ones.
During this interview, however, Radcliffe revealed that their lives could have been very different, with an offer given to the trio that would have seen them reunite on screen. While the intentions of this idea are clear and would have capitalized on the peak of their stardom, it is absolutely for the best that they declined to take part, as it would have involved an unnecessary and bizarre remake of a classic that surely would have floundered. Beyond the decision itself not to take part, it also reflects the maturity all three actors have shown in their careers from a young age.
The Harry Potter Trio Received an Offer to Remake ‘The Wizard of Oz’
As always, Hot Ones had a plethora of insightful questions beyond the obvious ones most fans would ask. One of them in particular was “What stands out as the most bizarre or unique pitches you’ve said yes to?” Rather than focus on one that he accepted, Radcliffe arguably gave a far better example of a truly “bizarre” offer that he described as “one of the worst ideas” he’s ever heard. Radcliffe explained that “During Potter someone… wanted to cast all three of us, me, Emma, and Rupert, in a remake of The Wizard of Oz,” with Emma Watson as Dorothy and Radcliffe as the Cowardly Lion, though Radcliffe couldn’t remember what Grint was offered, though it seems likely it would have been one of the Scarecrow or the Tin Man.
From the outset, this idea will raise red flags for fans. While Watson would have been rather age-appropriate for the young Dorothy, who learns the true value of home, Grint and Radcliffe feel like they would have been far too young for Dorothy’s friends, who are supposed to support her journey and help her grow. An even more bizarre addition, Radcliffe revealed, was that his Lion “knew karate,” so he would have been a “karate-kicking Cowardly Lion.” Considering the main point of the Cowardly Lion is that he is afraid of conflict, having him also be handy in a fight would have seriously contradicted the character’s nature, and it is clear why Radcliffe and his castmates declined.
The ‘Harry Potter’ Trio’s Decision Shows Their Maturity
Hollywood is full of wild ideas that feel like a cash grab, and this certainly feels like one of them. Even Radcliffe seemed to understand this, saying in the interview that even though he was 14 or 15 at the time, “I don’t know a lot about the world, but this is a bad idea.” When considering what this says about the actors themselves, it shows how Watson, Radcliffe, and Grint were surrounded by great mentors, and how it has paid off in their careers. Of course, the trio’s parents and their own natures will have played important roles, but there can be no doubt that figures such as Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, and Michael Gambon were also key in developing this more auteur, Thespian approach that can see through bad, unoriginal pitches such as this. Additionally, it helps reflect why the trio has had such well-adjusted lives, with few controversies compared to those of other child stars throughout the years, who had high peaks and fell off afterward.
Overall, we should all be thankful that Radcliffe, Watson, and Grint declined this awful Wizard of Oz remake offer. Clearly, its logic for working was going to be the star power it would bring, rather than the logistics of the story itself. Beyond the idea itself, what matters far more is how it set up Radcliffe’s approach to his future career, taking roles based on how he can showcase his skills rather than raise his stardom. With The Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins already being released earlier this week, it’s clear that this approach has garnered Radcliffe great success, and long may it continue.
The Harry Potter series is available to watch on HBO Max and Peacock in the U.S.
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Marvin Sapp Announces Engagement To Dr. La’Boris Cole (Photos)
Aww, Roommates! Congratulations are in order for Marvin Sapp as he announced his engagement to his longtime friend, Dr. La’Boris Cole. The couple spoke exclusively with Essence about entering their next chapter and shared that Marvin pulled off a proposal that was straight out of a fairytale.
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From Longtime Friends To Forger: Marvin Sapp & Dr. La’Boris Cole Embrace Their Next Chapter
While speaking with Essence, Marvin Sapp broke down his history with La’Boris Cole, PhD, plus how he pulled off his smooth proposal. The Gospel Python flipped her birthday into a whole surprise moment. He walked in with Cole thinking they were just celebrating her, but their family waited inside, ready for the big reveal. Right then and there, he dropped to one knee and popped the big question. Sapp shared that he and La’Boris built a friendship that lasted over a decade before they decided to take things to the next level. At first, they kept everything low-key. They protected both their friendship and the romance until they were certain of how they wanted to move forward.
The ‘Never Would Have Made It’ hitmaker also opened up about life after losing his wife and manager, MaLinda Prince Sapp, to colon cancer in 2010. MaLinda’s tragic passing led him to navigate life as a widower, while also raising his three children. Years later, he officially decided to step back into the dating scene. During a 2022 interview with 98.9 Kiss FM of Lagos, Nigeria, Sapp said once he saw his children grow up and heal, he found his own strength again. That’s when he knew he felt ready to build a new life — and a new love with someone special.
“I’m just being a student in this season and really trying to learn how to navigate, how to deal with it. Prayerfully, hopefully, one day I’ll find her, and we’ll live out the rest of our days and make them the best of our days,” Sapp reportedly explained at the time.
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When it came to finding “the one,” La’Boris turned out to be that for Marvin Sapp. Essence noted that Cole works as a therapist and a ministry leader. She founded and runs the Born 2 Danz Worship Art Conference and also leads Cole Associates & Counselors of Texas, a behavioral health practice. Her mission in all her work is to help people heal and see their worth.
Fans Applaud Marvin Sapp’s Newfound Romance
Once Essence dropped the exclusive photos of Marvin and La’Boris, fans flooded their comment section with love. Plenty of people were hyped to see Marvin find love again after losing his wife.
Instagram user @nellythegreat wrote, “He found love again. 😍 Congratulations to them!”
Instagram user @drro410 wrote, “They look great! Happy to see he found love again. ❤️❤️”
While Instagram user @lilladye wrote, “Soooo happy for him 😍😍😍 love a second time around after honoring your first til death did you part? Yesss. Wishing them the best. 🙏🏾❤️🥹💍🎉”
Then another Instagram user @victorious1_202 wrote, “Ohhhh that next album gon be a banger! Congratulations! Love Wins❤️❤️”
Instagram user @lifeorganizerlee wrote, “So happy for him!!!! 🎉”
While another Instagram user @cicreatedsheis wrote, “Happy for them. He waited a long time after loosing his wife. Very deserving.”
Instagram user @penme_zsan wrote, “Congratulations @marvinsapp praying for all the best with this next chapter Bishop 🙏🏾 ~ your fiancé is beautiful 😍”
Lastly, Instagram user @iamjayneprice wrote, “Congratulations! Gorgeous couple. 🔥🔥🔥🔥”
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What Do You Think Roomies?
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5 Best New Shows to Watch This Weekend on Netflix, Prime Video and More (February 28-March 1)
The Night Agent returns for a third season with FBI agent Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso) hunting to solve a new mystery. For a year, Peter has been waiting for a call from rogue intelligence broker Jacob Monroe (Louis Herthum) so he can take down his organization from the inside. However, Peter has more pressing matters after the United States is struck by a terrorist attack.
A low-level analyst, Jay Batra (Suraj Sharma), may unwittingly hold the key to this new conspiracy. Once Peter tracks down Jay, he realizes that Batra is even more important than he realized. If he trades Jay to his enemy, Peter may get the answers he’s looking for. But would Peter ever be able to live with himself if he took that deal?
The Night Agent season 3 is streaming on Netflix.
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Journey, A.K.A. Pinkface, Steals Spotlight W/ Bali
Roommates, Blueface’s daughter, Journey a.k.a “Pinkface,” is the one who really had the internet buzzing this week. The little one popped out alongside her dad during a recent link-up with streamer Deshae Frost and his little sister Bali. And what started as a cute family collab quickly became a trending online conversation. From playful moments to tiny bits of sass, Pinkface’s personality was front and center — and social media was loving every moment.
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Pinkface’s Playdate Moments Are Too Cute
Clips from their meetup show the girls sharing laughs, dolls, and smoothies — though fans couldn’t help but notice a few funny moments in between. Pinkface appeared a little territorial at times, jokingly claiming dolls, smoothies, and even Bali’s mom as hers. Meanwhile, Bali calmly questioned why the sharing rules didn’t apply to everyone.
Still, there were plenty of sweet highlights, including the girls bonding like besties and participating in a playful “no cussing” challenge for candy as Blueface and Deshae supervised nearby. Watchers even flooded timelines praising Bali’s politeness and giggling at Pinkface’s sass, calling it classic kid behavior and a harmless example of big personalities in little bodies. Overall, viewers seemed to enjoy the lighthearted family vibes — with many saying the collab was equal parts hilarious and wholesome.
Playdate Clips Bring Smiles To Viewers
Fans ran straight to the livestream chat on Deshae Frost’s Twitch to share their real-time reactions. Some viewers were cracking up, calling Pinkface hilarious and joking that she wasn’t scared to risk it all — even a little cuss challenge — for some candy. Meanwhile, others chimed in, saying Bali is very well-spoken for her age and seemed genuinely happy to be making a new friend.
One Twitch user, @PINKFACE BEING RAISED RIGHT!“
This Twitch user @GO AHEAD BALI😂😂😂”
And, Twitch user @Don’t say that’ like she don’t be cussing her family out LMFAO“
Meanwhile, Twitch user @SHE SAID IMMA CURSE FOR SOME CANDY“
While Twitch user @pink face just happy to have someone her age around to play with w“
Lastly, Twitch user @thank you blue face lol she’s so well spoken omg“
Lil’ Mama Runs The Show
This ain’t the first time Pinkface has captured our hearts! Blueface recently gave fans a heart-melting daddy-daughter moment featuring his baby girl, Journey, whom he shares with Jaidyn Alexis. In the clip, Blueface playfully introduced himself on camera. And, lil’ mama wasted no time stealing the spotlight by proudly announcing her own nickname: “Pinkface.” Blue couldn’t hold back his laughter, but Journey made it clear she takes her title seriously and runs a tight ship when it comes to her name.
The rapper even suggested that his son, Javaughn — Journey’s older brother — should hop on the nickname wave too. But, he wasn’t exactly sold on the idea. The adorable exchange had fans smiling at the sweet family vibes and Pinkface’s undeniable star energy.
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The 21st Century’s Smartest Sci-Fi Gem Lands on Free Streaming
The 21st century has been blessed with some of the finest sci-fi movies of all time. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind turned the whirlwind of modern relationships into a mind-bending tale; Children of Men brought a dark and dystopian story that feels evermore relatable; Pixar delivered heartwarming romance with gorgeous animation in WALL·E; and Christopher Nolan had us all hanging on the wobble of a spinning top in Inception. But for some, the greatest sci-fi movie of the century so far is Alex Garland‘s Ex Machina.
Released in 2015, not only did Ex Machina stun both audiences and critics, but, as one of A24’s earliest releases, it helped establish the studio’s reputation as one of the defining names in modern film. Boasting stunning performances from the likes of Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, and Alicia Vikander, and a plot that feels as relevant as ever today, Ex Machina is the proud owner of a 92% critics’ score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus on the site reading, “Ex Machina leans heavier on ideas than effects, but it’s still a visually polished piece of work — and an uncommonly engaging sci-fi feature.”
If you have yet to catch this defining 21st-century feature, you’re in luck. This March, Ex Machina will be available to stream for free on Plex. If you don’t believe Rotten Tomatoes, then listen to Collider’s ever-reliable Perri Nemiroff, who reviewed the movie at SXSW in 2015 and wrote, “Ex Machina is a strong feature and a huge achievement in a number of ways. There’s a surprising amount of very effective humor courtesy of Isaac’s character, there’s an extremely riveting scenario at the core of the film, and there’s also tons of stunning visual work to admire as well.”
Was ‘Ex Machina’ a Box Office Hit?
Considering its relatively low budget of $13 million and a relatively reduced theatrical release, peaking over just one weekend at 2,004 theaters, Ex Machina made the most of its box office run. In total, the movie earned $38.2 million worldwide, split between a domestic haul of $25.4 million and a further $12.8 million from overseas markets. At the time of its release, it became the highest-grossing A24 movie of all time worldwide, although this record has since been broken several times.
Ex Machina will be available to stream on Plex this March. Make sure to stay tuned to Collider for more streaming stories.
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April 24, 2015
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108 minutes
- Director
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Alex Garland
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Alex Garland
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Allon Reich, Andrew Macdonald
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6 notable adaptations of “Pride and Prejudice”, from underrated TV series to iconic films
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New Warrant Reportedly Issued Related to Shia Labeouf’s Mardi Gras Arrest
Shia LaBeouf
New Warrant Issued Related to Mardi Gras Arrest: Report
Published
Shia LaBeouf just got hit with more legal troubles … police in New Orleans reportedly issued a new warrant in connection to his bar brawl early Mardi Gras morning on Feb. 17.
The warrant was issued Friday and involves an additional victim from the physical altercation that went down involving the Disney alum at R Bar in the French Quarter, WWL Louisiana reports, citing multiple sources. TMZ has reached out to NOPD for comment … so far, nothing back.
We told you all about the beatdown — Shia allegedly got physical with at least 2 people outside of R Bar … before getting his ass whooped and taken to the clink on 2 counts of simple battery. The official police report also says he hurled homophobic slurs multiple times at a group of people outside the bar.
He was released on his own recognizance — meaning he didn’t have to post bond — hours after his arrest and headed straight to Bourbon Street to celebrate Mardi Gras … and even took his release papers with him to show off to fellow partiers.
On Thursday, a judge tore him apart for his offensive language … and set a $100,000 bail while also ordering Shia to undergo drug testing and enroll in substance abuse treatment. His request to leave the county for his father’s baptism was also denied.
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