Dan Reed, the director of Leaving Neverland, a 2019 documentary that explored child sexual abuse accusations against Michael Jackson, said the singer was “worse that Jeffrey Epstein” in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “So a lot of people, I think, will kind of swallow any misgivings they may have and just sort of say, ‘Oh well, it’s a great jukebox movie,’” Reed said ahead the release of biopic Michael. People “just completely ignore the fact that this guy was worse than Jeffrey Epstein.” Michael, distributed by Lionsgate, was released April 24th with Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of the deceased…
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This week brings a packed slate of releases, from big screen spectacles to gripping OTT dramas. Whether you are planning a theatre outing or a binge session at home, there is plenty to pick from. Raja Shivaji Cast: Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek BachchanDirector: Riteish DeshmukhRelease Date: May 1, 2026Where to watch: In cinemas Riteish Deshmukh takes on an ambitious historical drama that brings the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to life on a grand cinematic scale. Mounted as a passion project, the film promises rich visuals, powerful storytelling and a strong ensemble cast. The trailer has already sparked…
Ty Myers keeps showing up everywhere at once—on feeds, on playlists, and increasingly on tour lineups that feel a step ahead of where a new artist usually lands. The speed of it raises a fair question: how old is Ty Myers, and how did he build this kind of momentum so quickly? Because the timeline matters here. This isn’t years of slow industry buildup or a catalog stacked over time. It’s a short runway from early exposure to real traction, with streaming numbers climbing and a growing audience showing up beyond the screen. The kind of rise that forces people…
Dr. J Calls On Stars To Save Dunk Contest Respect The History!!! Published April 27, 2026 1:00 AM PDT Play video content The NBA Dunk Contest is on relevancy life support … but Julius Erving, the first-ever winner in the event, has a way to save it — telling TMZ Sports it’s time for the league’s biggest stars to brush up on their history. We caught up with the Hall of Famer in NYC this week … and considering he has countless iconic slams to his name, we had to ask about the state of the All-Star Weekend staple. It’s…
Bruce Springsteen began his concert in Austin on Sunday night by acknowledging Saturday’s assassination attempt at the White House Correspondent’s Dinner and offering a “prayer of thanks that our President, nor anyone in the administration, nor anyone attending, was injured.” Get Bruce Springsteen Tickets Here “We can disagree. We can be critical of those in power, and we can peacefully fight for our beliefs, but there is no place in any way, shape, or form for political violence of any kind in our beloved United States,” Springsteen continued. Springsteen has framed his ongoing “Land of Hope and Dreams Tour” as…
As Samantha Ruth Prabhu gears up for her birthday on April 28, she shared a soulful reflection on her journey. In a thoughtful admission, she looked back at what stayed and what finally left her heart. The fire inside has not dimmed one bit. Her love for the craft and that relentless drive are stronger than ever. She is leaning into her instinct and her will. These are the pillars of her purpose.“The love for what I do, the drive, my instinct, my will, my truth, my purpose,” she wrote. She is no longer waiting to be chosen by others.…
Warning! This post contains SPOILERS for Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord episodes 7-8 Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord episodes 7-8 are now streaming on Disney+, featuring the coolest Easter eggs, Star Wars references, and cool connections to the canon we’ve never seen before. In Maul – Shadow Lord episodes 7-8, the Galactic Empire ramps up its pursuit of Maul with the addition of a second Imperial Inquisitor, while Brander Lawson, his son Rylee, Devon Izara, and Master Daki attempt to get off-planet during the Imperial lockdown. Following a major showdown between Maul’s agents and the Empire, we also…
Madonna made a surprise appearance for the ages at The Abbey in West Hollywood … and Addison Rae helped hype up the crowd. Madge performed for about 30 minutes early Sunday morning and the packed house went crazy when she appeared in the DJ booth … with Addison cheering her on from behind a black cat eye mask. ADDISON RAE AND MADONNA ARE YOU KIDDING ME….. THE POPSTAR REUNION WE NEEDED pic.twitter.com/nlRbiWDSRM @dieforyous Madonna played a mix of new and classic tunes … including her new single, “I Feel So Free,” from her upcoming “Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part…
Nedra Talley Ross, a founding member of the seminal girl group the Ronettes, has died. The group’s official social media accounts confirmed the news on Sunday, April 26. Ross was the final living original Ronette—her cousins and bandmates, sisters Estelle Bennett and Ronnie Spector, predeceased her in 2009 and 2022, respectively. Ross was 80.“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Nedra Talley Ross’ passing. She was a light to those who knew and loved her,” the trio’s statement read. “As a founding member of The Ronettes, along with her beloved cousins Ronnie and Estelle, Nedra’s voice,…
Actor and Punjab Kings ( PBKS) co-owner Preity Zinta is more than overjoyed by the exceptional performance of her team, PBKS, in the 2026 Indian Premier League, aka IPL. On April 16, the Punjab Kings played against the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. As per sources, PBKS defeated the Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets. The stars of the extraordinary match were captain Shreyas Iyer, Prabhsimran Singh, and Arshdeep Singh.The fans were especially left amazed by the stunning catch of Hardik Pandya that Shreyas Iyer took during the first innings of the match, including the captain of the Mumbai Indians, Rohit…