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Ultra Music Festival compared to Fyre Festival after shuttle bus fiasco

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Ultra Music Festival compared to Fyre Festival after shuttle bus fiasco Attendees of Miami’s Ultra Music Festival are dubbing it “Fyre Festival 2.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Sent a Sweet Note to a Dedicated Fan on Her 99th Birthday

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle just gave one of their biggest fans a sweet surprise on her birthday. On Thursday, The Today Show in Australia shared a story about war widow Daphne Dunne turning 99 years old, and delivered a heartfelt message from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Daphne has a very special bond with Harry and Meghan, but she certainly wasn't expecting them to even know about her birthday. But once she found out they indeed sent a note, she was excited to hear their well wishes. "Dear Daphne, My wife and I send our warmest wishes to you on the occasion of your 99th birthday on Friday," the letter begins. "We hope you have a wonderful celebration surrounded by family and friends and that you've managed to escape hospital. Congratulations on reaching this important and impressive milestone before your centenary year next year. Happy birthday, Daphne." Harry first met Daphne back in 2015 when he received a kiss from her during a military trip...

Netflix's New Interactive Series Wants You to Answer the Call of the Wild With Bear Grylls

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Think you can handle the wild? Well, Netflix's newest interactive series is telling you to put up or shut up! Over the course of eight episodes, You vs. Wild will have survival expert Bear Grylls take viewers along several expeditions around the world, but they'll be able to choose the course of his adventure in each episode. Similar to Netflix's groundbreaking special Black Mirror: Bandersnatch , viewers will make decisions that determine whether Grylls succeeds or fails . Considering the fact that he's facing dangerous terrains, wild animals, and possible (but not really possible, right?) death, we hope viewers will be just as cautious with their choices as they were when choosing Stephan's breakfast cereal . "I'm so proud to deliver this first-of-its-kind live-action interactive series, really giving viewers an all access pass to explore the world and its landscapes in my boots," Grylls said in a statement. "The stakes are high in this...

24 Years After Her Death, Here's How Cardi B, Kacey Musgraves and Camila Cabello All Honored Selena at the Houston Rodeo

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On Feb. 26, 1995, just a month before her murder, Tejano icon Selena Quintanilla-Pérez performed in Houston for what would be her final concert. Now, 24 years later, artists across the genre spectrum have paid tribute to the late singer by covering her music at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. On March 5, Camila Cabello performed a stirring rendition of “Dreaming of You,” a posthumous hit for Selena in the fall of 1995. Clad in a studded top, dark chaps and topped off with a matching cowboy hat, the 22-year-old pop star led the crowd through the emotional moment — which she later shared on Instagram. “55,001 souls dreaming of Selena last night at the Houston rodeo,” she captioned the video of her performance. “We love you, Selena ” View this post on Instagram 55,001 souls dreaming of Selena last night at the Houston rodeo. We love you, Selena A post shared by camila (@camila_cabello) on Mar 6, 2019 at 5:50am PST //www.instagram.com/embed.js Cabello isn’t the only artist...

Kylie Jenner Admits She 'Can't Say' She Became a Billionaire 'By Myself'

Kylie Jenner  has responded again to criticism that she is a “self-made” billionaire. Earlier this month,  Forbes   officially named the Kylie Cosmetics mogul the youngest self-made billionaire ever — which left many wondering if the “self-made” label could apply to someone from a family like the Kardashians . In a New York Times article published on Saturday, Jenner, 21, admitted that she “can’t say” she became a billionaire all on her own. “I can’t say I’ve done it by myself,” Jenner told the newspaper. “If they’re just talking finances, technically, yes, I don’t have any inherited money. But I have had a lot of help and a huge platform.” Jenner, who got her start as a preteen starring on her family’s hit reality series Keeping Up with the Kardashians , was named the world’s youngest billionaire by  Forbes in the magazine’s annual Billionaires 2019 ranking . “I didn’t expect anything. I did not foresee the future,” Jenner told the outlet. “But feels really ...

Lori Loughlin won't speak about college admissions scandal

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Lori Loughlin won't speak about college admissions scandal Lori Loughlin is doing her best to maintain her sweetheart demeanor, even after she was arrested for allegedly taking place in a nationwide college admissions scandal.

Tom Holland Sets Chairs - and Hearts - on Fire in This Sexy Photo Shoot

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Tom Holland is on the cover of the latest edition of indie publication Man About Town , and it's probably the 22-year-old actor's sexiest shoot to date. Shot by Michael Muller, whom Tom refers to as a "good friend," the cover shoot sees Tom showing off a slightly moodier side of his personality than normal as he reclines on a swing, stokes a fire, poses on a cliff edge, and, um, sits on a burning chair in the ocean. In the accompanying interview, the Spider-Man: Far From Home star discusses the upcoming movie (which hits theaters in July, after Avengers: Endgame answers a few lingering questions later this month). Discussing fan reactions to his character so far , Tom explained, "One of the cool things about these movies is that we can take the audience's feedback, and put that into the third film. That's what makes the audiences as much a creative partner in these films as we are. We make them for them, and we're just lucky in the sense that we...

Zoe Saldana thrilled that James Gunn will return for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3'

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Zoe Saldana thrilled that James Gunn will return for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' Zoe Saldana couldn't be happier that James Gunn has been reinstated as director of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3."

Chris Rock Takes Dig at Jussie Smollett at NAACP Image Awards: 'What the Hell Was He Thinking?'

Chris Rock took a jab at Jussie Smollett on Saturday, calling the Empire star a “waste of light skin” less than a week after charges against the actor were dropped. Rock, 54, was on hand to present an award at the NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles — and though he said he’d been told not to make mention of Smollett, the comedian went for it anyway. “They said no Jussie Smollett jokes. I know, I know! What a waste of light skin, you know?” said Rock, drawing laughter from the crowd. “You know what I could do with that light skin? That curly hair? My career would be outta here. F—ing running Hollywood. That’s no… What the hell was he thinking?” The star continued, joking that the scandal — in which Smollett was accused of orchestrating an alleged hate crime against himself — had stripped him of his ability to go by his given name. “From now on, I ain’t never gonna… You Jessie from now on. You don’t even get the ‘u’ no more,” he said, again getting laughs from stars like Trevor Noa...

Beyoncé and JAY-Z Grace Us With a Stunning Appearance at the NAACP Image Awards

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On Saturday night, Beyoncé and JAY-Z strolled into the NAACP Image Awards, probably knowing good and well that they were stunting on all of us. The husband and wife of 10 years attended the Hollywood occasion looking like a million bucks as Bey modeled a white structured dress and Jay rocked a black double-breasted suit. The two remained close throughout the night, giving each other a sweet kiss during the show and posing for a snapshot while holding hands. At the event, JAY-Z was honored with the president's award for his efforts to combat racism and uplift the black community. The rapper took the stage to accept the award and delivered an emotional speech about the people in his life who have continued to inspire him. He specifically mentioned the impact his grandmother Hattie White and other women in his family had on his career. "I grew up believing I could do anything. I could accomplish anything because of those strong women in my house, so I'd like to dedicate ...

Prince Charles warned Meghan Markle to avoid wearing tiara as Kate Middleton rocked a diamond headpiece

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Prince Charles warned Meghan Markle to avoid wearing tiara as Kate Middleton rocked a diamond headpiece Prince Charles warned Meghan Markle not to wear a tiara for a state dinner overseas the same night that Kate Middleton wore a diamond-emblazoned tiara at Buckingham Palace, a new report claims.

President Trump Gives His Own Account of the Mueller Report on ‘Saturday Night Live’

Lea Michele and Zandy Reich Dazzle During Their First Public Outing as a Married Couple

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On Thursday, Lea Michele and Zandy Reich stepped out for their first public appearance as wife and husband at the GLAAD Media Awards. The newlyweds were all smiles at the ceremony as they honored media efforts to support and uplift the LGBTQ+ community . While Zandy looked snazzy in a navy suit and tie, Lea rocked a satin sleeveless dress - and her gorgeous wedding ring . At the event, they also posed with stars such as Meghan Trainor, EJ Johnson, and Gideon Adlon. The former Glee actress married Zandy in early March before going on a romantic tropical honeymoon . Now that they're back, we're hoping to get even more adorable outings from them. See more pictures of the two lovebirds at the GLAAD Media Awards ahead! Related: Watch Lea Michele and Zandy Reich's Adorable Romance Unfold Right Before Your Eyes from POPSUGAR Celebrity https://www.popsugar.com/celebrity/Lea-Michele-Zandy-Reich-2019-GLAAD-Media-Awards-45972215

On My Block Finally Gives Us an Answer About What Happened to Olivia

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Warning: Spoilers for On My Block season two ahead! As much humor and insanity is woven into the plot of On My Block 's first season, the Netflix series also never shies away from the darker, tragic aspects of life in the rough inner city. Nothing sums up the coming-of-age teen drama's tone better than season one's cliffhanger ending , which wraps up with the elation of Jamal (Brett Gray) finally figuring out the Roller World mystery, just as Olivia (Ronni Hawk) and Ruby (Jason Genao) are shot at the former's quinceañera. Now that season two is here, we finally have an answer to the fates of all the characters, though some are more painful than others. To put it bluntly, yes - Olivia is dead . Season two's first episode begins with a somber tracking shot through the neighborhood, focusing in on all the sidewalk memorials for young lives lost to violence in the area (from the warring gangs, or otherwise). We don't see a memorial for Olivia until later on, ...

Adam Brody and Leighton Meester Had a Rare Night Out at the Shazam! Premiere

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It was a date night for Leighton Meester and Adam Brody as they attended the premiere of Shazam! in LA on Thursday. The notoriously private couple was all smiles as they cuddled up and walked the red carpet together. Adam, who stars in the upcoming superhero comedy, looked dapper in a maroon suit, while Leighton stunned in a long-sleeved red dress and black heels. The appearance marked their first red carpet together in almost two years when they attended the 2017 InStyle and Warner Bros. Golden Globes afterparty . The former Gossip Girl and The O.C. stars got married ( and made our teen-drama dreams come true ) in February 2014 and eventually became parents to a baby girl named Arlo in August 2015. Though the pair usually stays out of the spotlight, we love getting little glimpses of their relationship. See their latest outing ahead! Related: All the Times Leighton Meester and Adam Brody Gave Us a Glimpse of Their Sweet Romance from POPSUGAR Celebrity https://www.pops...

Chicago police set to protest the Cook County prosecutor's office after all charges are dropped against Jussie Smollett

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Chicago police set to protest the Cook County prosecutor's office after all charges are dropped against Jussie Smollett Outrage from the Chicago Police Department grows after all charges are dropped against Jussie Smollett by the Cook County State's Attorney's office.

'Daddy won,' Alec Baldwin's Trump boasts in first 'SNL' since end of Mueller probe

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'Daddy won,' Alec Baldwin's Trump boasts in first 'SNL' since end of Mueller probe “Saturday Night Live” built the cold open of its newest episode around the report that Special Counsel Robert Mueller recently submitted following his two-year-long Russia investigation.

Work It! Jennifer Aniston Flashes Her Toned Abs During a Sexy Malibu Photo Shoot

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Jennifer Aniston rang in her 50th birthday in February, but you would never know it just by looking at her. On Wednesday, the actress was spotted doing a sexy photo shoot in Malibu, CA, and all we could focus on was her incredibly toned figure. Jen happily posed in a black plunging dress and then switched things up to shorts and a bra top. Work it, Jen! In addition to turning 50, Jen has teamed up with Reese Witherspoon and Steve Carell for a new Apple TV drama titled The Morning Show . Not only will Jen star and executive produce the series, but it also marks her first recurring TV role since Friends ! A premiere date hasn't been set yet, but the show has already been picked up for two seasons. Related: Follow Jennifer Aniston Through Her 25+ Years in Hollywood from POPSUGAR Celebrity https://www.popsugar.com/celebrity/Jennifer-Aniston-Doing-Photo-Shoot-Malibu-March-2019-45973765

Chris Rock slams Jussie Smollett at NAACP awards

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Chris Rock slams Jussie Smollett at NAACP awards Comedian Chris Rock slammed Actor Jussie Smollett at the NAACP Image awards.

Stevie Nicks, Janet Jackson urge Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to induct more women

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Stevie Nicks, Janet Jackson urge Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to induct more women Stevie Nicks, who became the first woman inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Janet Jackson, the latest member of the Jackson clan to enter the hall, called for other women to join them in music immortality on a night they were honored with five all-male British bands.

Sophie Turner Only Told Two People How Game of Thrones Ends - Yes, Joe Jonas Is One of Them

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I have to give props to the Game of Thrones cast - not only do they endure brutal shooting conditions and continually witness the onscreen deaths of their real-life pals, but they also have to shoulder the burden of keeping the highly anticipated end of the HBO fantasy series a secret. With the eighth and final season just weeks away from premiering , fortunately they don't have too long to go - but have any of them let some spoilers slip? According to EW , Kit Harington isn't the only one who revealed the big ending to his significant other (in this case his wife is Rose Leslie, who played Ygritte once upon a time, FYI); Sophie Turner, who plays badass Sansa Stark , also told fiancé Joe Jonas what's going to happen in season eight, as well as one of her closest friends. Because every one has to find a reason to get mad about some thing, news that Turner had told Jonas and her friend a few spoilers caused Game of Thrones fans to get their furry Ikea rugs in a tw...

We Can't Stay Silent: Cillian Murphy Is in Talks to Join A Quiet Place Sequel

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It's been too long since we've seen Peaky Blinders actor Cillian Murphy onscreen, wouldn't you say? Well, lucky for us, we may be seeing his face a lot more in A Quiet Place part two. According to The Hollywood Reporter , Murphy is in talks to join John Krasinksi's highly anticipated thriller sequel . Details about the A Quiet Place sequel are still pretty hush hush, but we do know Emily Blunt , Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe are set to return, and the movie will hit theaters on May 5, 2020 . Krasinski will once again direct. If Murphy does join, he could play either a friend or foe of the Abbot family. He certainly has a variety of roles under his belt already, from the devastatingly handsome antihero to the downright creepy villain. His portrayal of the charismatic Tommy Shelby will always hold a special place in our hearts, and naturally, we're eagerly awaiting the season five premiere . Any day now! from POPSUGAR Celebrity https://www.popsugar.com...

Kelly Ripa celebrates Mark Consuelos’ 48th birthday with sweet tribute

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Kelly Ripa celebrates Mark Consuelos’ 48th birthday with sweet tribute Kelly Ripa is saying happy birthday to the “finest man” she knows.

Recast "Harry Potter" And We’ll Guess If You’re A Millennial Or Gen Z'er

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It's time for a remake! View Entire Post › from BuzzFeed News https://www.buzzfeed.com/ajanibazile/harry-potter-millennial-gen-z

Recast "Harry Potter" And We’ll Guess If You’re A Millennial Or Gen Z'er

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It's time for a remake! View Entire Post › from BuzzFeed - Celebrity https://www.buzzfeed.com/ajanibazile/harry-potter-millennial-gen-z

'The Trouble With Angels' actress June Harding dead at 81

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'The Trouble With Angels' actress June Harding dead at 81 June Harding, a versatile actress whose film debut in "The Trouble With Angels" made her a teenage rebel icon, has died.

Jennifer Lopez shows off chiseled abs in pink bikini: ‘I’m a hustler baby’

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Jennifer Lopez shows off chiseled abs in pink bikini: ‘I’m a hustler baby’ Jennifer Lopez gave body goals a whole new meaning on Sunday.

Matthew McConaughey and Snoop Dogg Giggle Through Their Story About Getting High Together

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"Here we go," Matthew McConaughey said after realizing Snoop Dogg had tampered with his prop weed on the set of The Beach Bum . The duo we didn't know we needed recently appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to gab about their experience working on the Harmony Korine movie, which Snoop described as a "party." Snoop said, "When I first got to the set, they had a bunch of fake blunts and joints rolled up, and I'm like, 'Oh, no. Who is that for? That's not for me!'" Once Snoop replaced McConaughey's prop, i.e. oregano, with real weed, the actor apparently "rapped for 13 hours straight" and "didn't say another word of English really for the rest of the night." Watch them giggle through the entire interview above. from POPSUGAR Celebrity https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/Matthew-McConaughey-Snoop-Dogg-Jimmy-Kimmel-Live-March-2019-45968076

Makers of 'Unplanned' on the fight they faced to promote their movie

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Makers of 'Unplanned' on the fight they faced to promote their movie Twitter briefly suspended the anti-abortion movie's account; reaction from Chuck Konzelman and Cary Solomon.

Trying to Figure Out the Ending of Jordan Peele's Us? Here's an Explanation For Its Final Twist

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So much of Jordan Peele's second feature film, Us , is genuinely horrifying. The trailers are just creepy enough to intrigue us, and the haunting remix of "I Got 5 on It" by Luniz dictates its whole chilling vibe. Plus, the very premise of the film is terrifying - fans were so desperate to make sense of it all that they thought up their own wild theories practically seconds after the trailer debuted. But no theory could come close to the actual ending of the film , which we're here to discuss, below. Warning: major spoilers for Us ahead! Who Are the "Tethered"? In the beginning of Us , we meet the Wilson family: Adelaide and Gabe (Lupita Nyong'o and Black Panther 's Winston Duke) and their kids, Zora and Jason (Shahadi Wright Joseph and Evan Alex). The four travel to Adelaide's childhood vacation home in Santa Cruz, CA, for an idyllic Summer getaway, but it's hard for Adelaide to unwind because she's haunted by a trauma that h...

Drew Barrymore May Be Undead in Santa Clarita Diet, but on the Red Carpet, She's Giving Me Life

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There are few people on this planet I wish I was friends with more than Drew Barrymore . She's got the ultimate multihyphenate career , she's candid and funny , she's devoted to her family , she speaks the truth about being a woman , and she knows her way around a bottle of wine . Though I'm sure she has no desire to be pals with a woman nine years her junior who would constantly quote lines from Never Been Kissed after indulging in the aforementioned bottle of wine, I still hold out hope. Especially now that she works with Timothy Olyphant, the man who (when the IT department isn't looking) graces my desktop wallpaper in all his silver fox glory. Related: These Pictures of Drew Barrymore Will Remind You Why She's Always Been the Best The chemistry between Drew and Timothy in Santa Clarita Diet is one of the reasons the black comedy is so watchable. They look like they're having as much fun filming it as we do watching it, and that fun spills over i...

'SNL' sketch mocks Jussie Smollett scandal after charges dropped

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'SNL' sketch mocks Jussie Smollett scandal after charges dropped Though Cook County, Ill., prosecutors dropped disorderly conduct charges against Jussie Smollett, that didn’t stop “Saturday Night Live” from poking fun at the “Empire” actor in this weekend's show.

Manager of CBS employees’ credit union stole $40M over 20 years, authorities say

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Manager of CBS employees’ credit union stole $40M over 20 years, authorities say A credit union set up to serve employees of CBS was shuttered last week after its manager was accused of embezzling $40 million over 20 years, according to reports.

Stevie Nicks and Janet Jackson Enter the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Calling for More Women Inductees

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Here's Your Fun Fact of the Day: Rob Lowe Almost Played Derek Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy

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Image Source: Getty / Frederick M. Brown In an alternate universe, there's a chance actor Rob Lowe is out there playing Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy . Of course, in this universe, the role was originated by Patrick Dempsey , who had us all swooning from the minute he saunters into Meredith Grey's life up until he leaves the medical drama in tragic fashion in season 11. But according to Lowe, the role of McDreamy was almost his, and turning it down apparently cost him $70 million. During a recent episode of the podcast WTF With Marc Maron , the 55-year-old Parks and Recreation star joked about how he frequently turns down roles. Eventually the conversation steered toward the iconic role in Shonda Rhimes's long-running ABC show, which Lowe initially discussed in his 2014 memoir, Love Life . Related: 15 Grey's Anatomy Patients Who Checked In and Stole Our Hearts "Dude, I turned down Grey's Anatomy . That probably cost me ...

Angelina Jolie Makes a Special United Nations Visit to Discuss the Importance of Human Rights

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One of the biggest things Angelina Jolie is known for is her passionate humanitarian work , and on Friday, the 43-year-old actress attended a meeting at the United Nations to discuss human rights issues. Clad in a white blouse and black pencil skirt, Angelina delivered a powerful speech about the importance of gender equality. "There can be no peace and stability in Afghanistan or anywhere else in the world that involves trading away the rights of women. Worse, still, we see impunity for crimes committed against women and girls in conflict," she said. "As long as we can continue to put almost every other issue ahead of women's rights and participation, we will remain stuck in a cycle of violence and conflict." Angelina has been involved with the United Nations for several years, and in 2012, she was appointed the special envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees . Through the organization, Angelina has visited several refugee camps around t...

Yep, Even the Us Cast Was Freaked Out by Lupita Nyong’o’s Bone-Chilling Voice While Filming

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There's truly no way to sugarcoat this: the voice Lupita Nyong'o uses as her evil doppelgänger in Us is absolutely f*cking terrifying. Nyong'o plays two key roles in Jordan Peele's newest thriller : a somewhat paranoid wife and mother named Adelaide, and Red, the creepy identical killer who disrupts her family's beachside vacation. While in character as Adelaide's demonic, jumpsuit-donning counterpart, Nyong'o uses a guttural, raspy voice capable of sending chills down your spine and fueling your nightmares for eternity. As it turns out, hearing that croaky voice come to life on set was just as unnerving as it was for fans watching the horror film on the silver screen . Take it from Shahadi Wright Joseph, the 13-year-old actress who plays Adelaide's daughter, Zora Wilson (and Zora's villainous doppelgänger, Umbrae). Joseph recently chatted with me about her experience working on the thriller, and admitted that she, too, was caught off guard ...

100 True Crime Books That Prove Fact Is Stranger Than Fiction

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Do you think "true crime" refers just to the work of serial killers ? Think again. Whether you're fascinated by robbers, kidnappers, gunslingers, fugitives, outlaws, white-collar criminals, gang members, Mafia dons, assassins, or cold-blooded murders, true crime covers it all. We've rounded up some of the best true crime books of all time - including memoirs, journalistic investigations, and real-life stories so crazy, they read like fiction - and we bet even the biggest true crime fans haven't heard of them all. Check out the gallery to see the wildest tales of deception, corruption, and destruction that have ever been published. Related: 6 Upcoming Films That True Crime Fans Need to Have on Their Radars from POPSUGAR Celebrity https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/Top-Nonfiction-True-Crime-Books-45871852

Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx Take a Stroll Through Central Park Amid Breakup Rumors

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Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx 's relationship has been plagued by breakup rumors as of late , but it appears they were just that: rumors. On Tuesday, the couple was spotted taking a stroll through Central Park in NYC. The 40-year-old actress bundled up in a denim trench coat and knit hat, while the 51-year-old actor also did the same in a black coat and a beanie. Katie and Jamie looked relaxed as they braved the cold and chatted. The pair has been quietly dating since 2013, but breakup reports began swirling in February after Jamie reportedly announced that he was single during an Oscars charity gala. Given that Katie and Jamie are very private with their relationship, it's possible that he was only joking. The actor was also recently seen hanging out with ex-girlfriend Kristin Grannis in LA, however, they do share 9-year-old daughter Annalise, so we're sure they see each other a lot. The last time we saw Katie and Jamie together was during their PDA-filled vacation i...

Already Mourning Game of Thrones? Don't Worry - HBO Has a New Fantasy Series in the Works

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April 14 marks the beginning of the end - for Game of Thrones fans, at least. HBO's hit fantasy series is officially wrapping up with an eighth and final season, which will only be six episodes long . Fortunately, a new show is already in the works, and the plot should be an intriguing one for Game of Thrones diehards. Deadline reported that HBO has put an adaptation of the Asunda graphic novel series into development, which will be a drama centering on the fantasy universe created by Sebastian A. Jones. The series will be cowritten and executive produced by Jones and take place in the culturally diverse but war-plagued world of Asunda, where an orphan girl named Niobe Ayutami "is born of two violent nations and raised in a small desert town" named Oasis. When an ancient enemy rears its head, the girl must search for the courage to unite her ancestors and save her home. With her father being a king from one country and her mother the kidnapped female chief of a ...