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Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97, Leaves Infinity Rooms Legacy
Yayoi Kusama, the Japanese artist behind the Infinity Mirror Rooms and polka-dot works, has died at 97 in Tokyo, according to a statement on her official website.
Peter Cullen, voice of Optimus Prime, dies at 85
Peter Cullen, the voice behind Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, died on Wednesday at 85. His family said he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, while colleagues remembered a career that helped define the series across generations.
tim curry, ‘Rocky Horror’ star, dies at 80 in Los Angeles
Tim Curry, the English actor and singer who became a cult favorite through The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue and It, died Tuesday at his home in Los Angeles at 80. His publicist said he passed away peacefully.
Meghan Markle in early talks for possible return to acting in Guy Ritchie’s Netflix series
Meghan Markle is reportedly in early talks to return to acting through Guy Ritchie’s Netflix crime series The Gentlemen, a move that would put the
Disney and ABC sue US regulator over early license review they call a free-speech attack
Disney and ABC have taken the fight over broadcast rights to federal court, suing the US Federal Communications Commission to block an unusual early review
Maya Boyd Cast as Storm in X-Men Reboot at D23
Marvel Studios revealed Maya Boyd as Storm in its new X-Men reboot during D23 in Anaheim, California. The cast also includes Sadie Sink, Kit Connor, Samara Weaving, Inde Navarrette, Christopher Abbott and Adam Driver, with the film set for May 5, 2028.
Disney+ Ends A Shop for Killers Season 2 With Two Final Episodes
Disney+ released the last two episodes of A Shop for Killers Season 2 on Aug. 12, 2026, closing a tense rescue arc around Jeong Ji-an and Babylon.
Bait debuts March 25 on Prime Video with Riz Ahmed and Guz Khan
Bait, the 2026 British series created by Riz Ahmed, premiered at Sundance and arrives on Amazon Prime Video on March 25. The drama follows Shah Latif, a British Pakistani actor facing backlash after auditioning for James Bond.
Bill Oddie Dies at 85: BBC Wildlife Presenter, Comic
Bill Oddie, the comedian and naturalist who became a BBC wildlife face, has died at 85, his agent said. The former Goodies star was remembered for Springwatch and a long campaign to protect the environment.
David Jonsson to Star in ‘Black Panther 3’ as T’Challa II
Deadline reports that David Jonsson will play T’Challa II in Black Panther 3, with Marvel setting a December 2028 release date for the sequel. The casting points to a new chapter for the franchise and extends Wakanda’s screen future.
Taylor Swift wedding security locked down at MSG, sources say
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding events were wrapped in heavy secrecy at Madison Square Garden, where cameras were locked out and guests faced tight rules, according to a WIRED report. The reception drew around 1,000 high-profile attendees.
Kaylee Hottle dies at 18 after Maryland car crash
Kaylee Hottle, the deaf actress known for the “Godzilla” franchise, died in a car crash in Maryland, her family and school said. Tributes poured in from co-stars and colleagues as fans remembered her work in two blockbuster films.
Married at First Sight faces Ofcom investigation in UK
Ofcom has launched an investigation into Married at First Sight UK, putting the long-running reality format back under scrutiny. The franchise began in the US in 2014 and has since spread worldwide.
Kris Jenner mourns death of mom Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Shannon at 91
Kris Jenner said her heart is "broken into a million pieces" after the death of her mother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, who died at 91, according to People.
Only Sharp Eyes Spot These 5 Hidden Objects — Can You Find the Cat?
A five-page eye test with no clock. Only the first challenge uses numbers. The rest hide a cat or mouse in busy scenes — answers wait on the final page.
mick jagger Regrets Missing Elvis Meet After Lennon Advice
Mick Jagger said he still regrets taking John Lennon’s advice not to meet Elvis Presley, calling it “really stupid of me.” He also recalled David Bowie admitting he had borrowed the Rolling Stones’ sound on one classic song.
The Odyssey Rotten Tomatoes: Nolan’s Epic Gets Big-Screen Praise
A New York Times review of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey argues the film belongs on the biggest screen possible, with passion in every frame and a visual scale built for theaters. The discussion around the odyssey rotten tomatoes now centers on how audiences and critics may respond to a lavish, highly ambitious adaptation.
brenda fricker dies at 81, Irish Oscar winner and ‘Home Alone 2’ star
Brenda Fricker, the Irish actress who won an Oscar for My Left Foot and later charmed audiences as the Pigeon Lady in Home Alone 2, has died at 81, BBC News reported.
‘Hope’ Sets 2026 Movie Box Office Pace, Hitting 1 Million Admissions in Under 3 Days
Na Hong-jin's 'Hope' crossed 1 million admissions on its third day in Korean theaters, the fastest pace of any 2026 release, ahead of a September 9 North American opening via NEON.
‘The East Palace’ Netflix Premiere: Nam Joo-hyuk Leads Korea’s Only Title in the 2026 Global Lineup
The East Palace premieres on Netflix on July 17, 2026: an eight-part occult horror led by Nam Joo-hyuk, and the only Korean title in the streamer's 2026 global lineup video.
Madonna Celebrates Milestone with 10th No. 1 Album on Billboard 200
Madonna has once again solidified her status as a pop culture icon by achieving her 10th No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with
Iconic Actress from ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Twilight Zone’ Passes Away at 93
The entertainment world mourns the loss of a legend today, as actress Nichelle Nichols, renowned for her groundbreaking roles in the iconic series "Star Trek"
Dune: Part Three | Official Trailer Fuels IMAX Box Office Push
Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary have released the Dune: Part Three | Official Trailer, setting up a Dec. 18 theatrical and IMAX launch. The teaser points to an emotional final chapter and a premium-format push aimed at holiday audiences.
GODZILLA MINUS ZERO | Official Teaser Sets Nov. 6 Bow
Toho has unveiled the GODZILLA MINUS ZERO | Official Teaser, setting a Nov. 6 theatrical release and signaling another major push for its flagship monster franchise.