Wed, February 19, 2025

by: CNN

Ethan Hawke thinks casting actors based on their social media following is 'crazy'

It sounds like Ethan Hawke is aware that "Reality Bites" for today's performers. At the Berlin Film Festival this week, the 54-year-old actor was asked if he was familiar with his daughter Maya Hawke's recent comments about casting actors based on whether they have a large Instagram following.

by: pinkvilla

Pawan Kalyan takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam with wife Anna and son Akira Nandan; see who joined them at Mahakumbh

Pawan Kalyan recently took a holy dip at Sangam with his family as he visited Prayagraj for Mahakumbh festivities.

by: TheWrap

With LA Recovery Slow to Start, the Entertainment Industry Steps Up for Grassroots Fire Relief

Over a month after fires raged through Los Angeles, longterm relief efforts are just starting to coalesce. With over 16,249 structures burned between the Altadena and Palisades wildfires, and now mudslides from torrential rain further damaging burn areas,

by: CNN

Rihanna reacts to A$AP Rocky's not guilty verdict in assault case

The superstar singer and mogul posted about her feelings on an Instagram story after a California jury found A$AP Rocky not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, stemming from a 2021 shooting incident with a former friend in Los Angeles.

by: rnz

NZME plans new video channel amid news cuts

The NZ Herald's streaming video service will be part of a restructuring that included the loss of 30 journalists' jobs, but it's not clear whether it will pay off, Mediawatch reports.

by: CNN

Blake Lively claims other women raised concerns about Justin Baldoni on 'It Ends With Us' set in latest court filing

In an amended complaint, attorneys for Blake Lively added nearly 50 pages to their lawsuit against the actress' co-star Justin Baldoni, furthering the details to Lively's initial allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation.

by: Uproxx

Doechii Sees 'Industry Plant' Accusations As 'Confirmation' She's 'Doing Something Right'

Doechii, the Grammys' reigning Best Rap Album recipient, has receiving these accusations since the release of her fan-favorite mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal. Some listeners have used the resulting string of buzzy social media moments — her performances for The Late Show,

by: Mediaite

Social Media Accounts Claim Influencer Known for Putting on Makeup to Troll Liberals Found Dead in Mexico Hotel Room

The social media accounts of former Bachelorette star Josh Seiter on Tuesday posted a message claiming he was found dead in a hotel room in Mexico.

by: Marketplace

How far has racial representation come since the early days of TV?

Marlon Riggs' 1992 documentary "Color Adjustment" focused on representations of African Americans in early television shows.

by: Variety

FilmNation Entertainment Hires Former Participant Executive Andy Kim as Chief Operating Officer (EXCLUSIVE)

Andy Kim, a former executive at Participant, has been hired as the chief operating officer of FilmNation Entertainment, the company behind "Conclave."

by: Yahoo

How Many Kids Does Ayesha Howard Have? She Has 2 Children With Fathers Anthony Edwards and Lil Baby

NBA star Anthony Edwards and ex Ayesha Howard have made headlines for their heated court battle over their daughter since September 2024. While Ayesha shares one child with the Minnesota Timberwolves player,

by: IndieWire

Here's How Much Everyone Will Spend on Content in 2025

Apple will spend $7.5 billion on content in 2025, per MoffettNathanson, up a bit from the $7.3 billion it spent in 2024. The new budget is a modest 3 percent increase spread across the combination of Apple Films, Apple TV + series, and other content.

by: Variety

Runway Reveals Jury for Third Annual AI Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)

Jane Rosenthal, Joel Kuwahara are among this year's jury members for the AI Film Festival by developer Runway.

by: Techopedia

Is WWE Fake? - Kayfabe & The Dark Truths

Is WWE fake? Well, we all know by now that the matches are predetermined. However, there are many very real elements to this dangerous sport.

by: Tuko

Kenyans React to Size 8 and DJ Mo's Peculiar Black Dress Code During Wedding

Musician turned pastor Size 8 and DJ Mo got married in a private wedding ceremony in Sigona. Their celebrity friends shared the news on social media.

by: ThePrint

'Big economic event' Mahakumbh generates business of over Rs 3 lakh crores, says traders' association

CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said Kumbh boosted local trade noting high demand for 'meticulously branded' themed products like diaries, calendars, jute bags & stationery.

by: legit

Regina Daniels Enjoys Wraps of Fufu and Soup Following Controversy Around Her Marriage, Video Trends

Regina Daniels was recently spotted eating five wraps of fufu with a big bowl of soup. The movie star was seen with her friend as they both devoured their meal.

by: soapcentral

Why and when did Winnie Harlow change her name? Real and nickname explored

Model and spokesperson, Winnie Harlow first came to the spotlight during her stint at America's Next Top Model.

by: pinkvilla

Did BTS' SUGA secretly attend J-Hope's birthday party? Fans allegedly spot rapper background

Hope's birthday party after spotting a blurry image of a mystery man in the background, sparking speculation and discussions across social media.

by: Tuko

Ezekiel Odero Says Pastor Ng'ang'a Instructed Him to Close His Church for 3 Days: "Nilifunga"

Pastor Ezekiel Odero praised Pastor Ng'ang'a for his tough love, revealing he once ordered him to close his church for three days, a gesture he deeply respects.

by: MSN

Antony Varghese Posts Stern Social Media Post Against Fake Online Posters Of Daveed Making 'Misleading Claims'

Malayalam actor Antony Varghese Pepe took to his social media on February 18, Tuesday, to post a stern note against those who had been circulating an unofficial poster of his latest release Daveed online featuring text making 'misleading claims' against another Malayalam film,

by: MSN

Dinner with the stars! Nita Ambani picks Ranbir Kapoor over Bill Gates, and the internet is loving it

Nita Ambani recently attended the Harvard India Conference 2025, where she delivered the keynote address, spoke about her son Anant Ambani's struggle with obesity, and engaged in a lighthearted rapid-fire round on Bollywood.

by: Zawya

Aldar launches 'The Wilds', a Dubai community where residents and nature thrive together

Unique development designed for families to coexist with local wildlife and reconnect with nature and the great outdoors

by: Metro

Gino D'Acampo's ITV co-star claims behaviour was excused 'because he's Italian'

Melanie Sykes has claimed Gino D'Acampo was sent to etiquette and media training, but his Italian background was used as an 'excuse'. This Morning star D'Acampo 48, is facing allegations from dozens of people who have worked with him over a 12-year period, with complaints of alleged bullying and sexually inappropriate comments.

by: Variety

Goldfinch Stakes Claim in Indonesian Creative Economy With Government-Backed Venture (EXCLUSIVE)

U.K.-based Goldfinch partners with Synco and Goshen Group to launch Indonesian creative industry venture, backed by Ministry of Creative Economy.

by: MSN

"From Bond themes to bhangra beats": BBC's Bradford 2025 activities

A new series of Extraordinary Portraits with Bill Bailey is among the pieces of BBC programming set to spotlight Bradford during Bradford 2025.

by: MSN

Jenn Tran Says She and Sasha Farber Are 'Not in a Rush' to Define Their Relationship (Exclusive)

"We are just having fun and enjoying the moment that we're in," Tran tells PEOPLE Jenn Tran and Sasha Farber are not looking to define their relationship anytime soon. PEOPLE caught up with The Bachelorette star while filming an upcoming episode of Kelly Mi Li's Stir the Hot Pot.

by: MSN

Rasha Thadani on diminishing value of stardom in social media world: It is a two way thing

Rasha Thadani talks about how the value of stardom has changed in today's time due to easy accessibility of celebrities on social media

by: BBC

Dear Daughter is back with a new celebrity season

Award-winning BBC World Service podcast features a starry line up of guests including Adjoa Andoh, Audrey Akande, Kalki Koechlin and more

by: Tuko

Irene Nekesa Says She Wouldn't Return to Diana Marua's House for Double the Salary: "Siwezi"

Irene Nekesa, who previously worked for Diana Marua as a nanny, said she would not go back to her house even if they doubled the salary and explained why.

by: Tuko

Karangu Muraya Says He's Hurting, Needs Shoulder to Lean On

Karangu Muraya has spoken after a week of his marital affairs playing out on social media. The philanthropist admitted he was struggling and needed a shoulder.

by: manilatimes

The Most Beloved Tenor Andrea Bocelli, the "Voice of God", Returns to Macau After Nine Years for His Galaxy Arena Debut with a Unique Setlist

The Most Beloved Tenor Andrea Bocelli, the 'Voice of God', Returns to Macau After Nine Years for His Galaxy Arena Debut with a Unique Setlist
Tue, February 18, 2025

by: Tuko

Video of Triza Bashing Women Claiming Hubby Could Be Unfaithful Emerges: "Ukimuona Usiniambie"

Triza Njeri fiercely defended her marriage to Karangu and his loyalty in a viral video, telling off critics and urging women to support each other.

by: Tuko

Samidoh's Photo in Full Police Uniform, Armoured Vehicle Elicits Mixed Reactions: "Uko Haiti?"

Singing policeman Samidoh Muchoki shared a rare photo of himself in full combat uniform and an assault riffle. He posed next to an armoured personnel carrier.

by: Click2Houston

A look at jury deliberations at A$AP Rocky's felony assault trial

A$AP Relli's testimony made up the bulk of the prosecution's case. One surveillance camera captured the sound of the shots being fired. Another partially captured a scuffle shortly before the shooting. Yet another camera captured the incident itself, though it is small and blurry in the corner of the frame.

by: AOL

Here's Where You'll Find the Cutest Animals on the Internet

Whether it's a pet acting silly or a wild animal engaging in the most endearing interactions, animals provide engaging and wholesome entertainment for people everywhere. In fact, animals have been entertaining humans for centuries.

by: MassLive

'Help I'm in a Secret Relationship' new episode: Stream for free on MTV tonight

A new episode of "Help! I'm in a Secret Relationship" will air on Tuesday, Feb. 18. The new episode will air at 9 p.m. ET on MTV. Those without cable can watch the show for free through Philo, FuboTV or DirecTV Stream each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.

by: Yahoo

Paul Simon un-retires for new tour with weeklong NYC stop

Paul Simon is coming out of touring retirement to embark on a short and sweet run of North American shows starting this spring. The four-month "A Quiet Celebration" tour will kick off April 4 in New Orleans and hit a total of 20 cities,

by: Yahoo

Edward Enninful Launches Global Media & Entertainment Company EE72

Former British Vogue Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful is opening the doors to a new global media and entertainment company, EE72. Through strategic partnerships with visionary creators and groundbreaking companies,

by: Mediaite

Trump Convert Ganged Up On By Piers Morgan Panel: If Trump Lost You'd Be Defending Kamala Harris 'To The Hilt'

Piers Morgan and several panelists ganged up on Lindy Li over her conversion to a supporter of President Donald Trump after raising money for VP Kamala Harris

by: Salon

YouTube at 20: The video platform transformed screen entertainment. Now it could change a lot more

YouTube is elated to broadcast some numbers underscoring its dominance, including its recent report that viewers worldwide stream more than a billion hours of content on their TVs every day. That's televisions, not handheld devices or computers — which one would assume drives that number a lot higher.

by: BBC

BBC Radio 2 announces spring highlights

There will be a new weekly show with Zoe Ball, a celebration of Elaine Paige's 60 year career in showbusiness, a focus on brass music, a nostalgic schedule move for Pick of the Pops, Radio 2's biggest ever commitment to Country music,

by: MSN

"Keep going": Man uses loudspeaker to rub his mansion completion in hater's faces, SA divided

A Xitsonga singer was captured addressing haters using a loudspeaker after completing building his mansion. The man asked his haters if they had more to say.

by: MSN

'A New Age Begins' for Critical Role. Let's hope it's one for actual play and TTRPGs, too

What does Critical Role's finale say about the state of actual play?

by: MSN

Paquita la del Barrio, Mexican Musical Legend, Dies at 77

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio, known for her powerful voice and fierce defense of women, died at her home in Veracruz early Monday at the age of 77. Her passing was announced on her official social media accounts and confirmed by her representatives to The Associated Press.

by: EURweb

NBA All-Star Weekend Criticized for Format Change and Kevin Hart's Overwhelming Presence

The NBA All-Star Game was heavily criticized for the new format and featuring comedian Kevin Hart far more than necessary.

by: Variety

IFC Films, Shudder Buy Buzzy Horror Thriller 'Dangerous Animals' (EXCLUSIVE)

IFC Films and AMC Networks' Shudder have bought U.S. rights to 'Dangerous Animals,' Sean Byrne's buzzy movie from LD Entertainment.

by: MSN

Bahumi Mhlongo allegedly struggles without Somizi's help

The former 'Generations' actress Palesa Madisakwane recently made claims regarding her daughter and baby daddy Somizi Mhlongo during a podcast interview.

NAACP Image Awards: Ayo Edebiri, Keke Palmer, Marlon Wayans and Jamie Foxx's 'What Had Happened Was' Comedy Special Get Early Wins

The 56th NAACP Image Awards have officially kicked off with Ayo Edebiri, Keke Palmer, Marlon Wayans and Jamie Foxx among the first set of winners during the pre-awards ceremony. The two-night virtual event streams on the NAACP Image Awards YouTube channel,

The article from MSN discusses the early winners at the 55th NAACP Image Awards, which took place on March 16, 2024. Ayo Edebiri won for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special for her role in "Abbott Elementary." Keke Palmer was awarded Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for "Nope." Marlon Wayans received the Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance for "The Curse of Bridge Hollow," and Jamie Foxx's Netflix comedy special "What Had Happened Was" was recognized with an award for Outstanding Variety or Game Show (Series or Special). These wins highlight the diversity and talent within the entertainment industry, celebrating Black excellence across various categories.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/naacp-image-awards-ayo-edebiri-keke-palmer-marlon-wayans-and-jamie-foxx-s-what-had-happened-was-comedy-special-get-early-wins/ar-AA1zjRHD