ABC/Randy Holmes(LOS ANGELES) — Funnyman Kevin Hart got serious for just moment on Tuesday, sharing a family photo on social media of him and his family as they self-quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic, along with a reminder for fans to stay positive. “Find a positive in every negative….This will make us all better,” he captioned an Instagram photo of …
Idris Elba slams “stupid” conspiracy theory about black people being immune to COVID-19
ABC/Heidi Gutman(LOS ANGELES) — A day after testing positive for COVID-19, actor Idris Elba opened up to fans in a candid Q&A Twitter live session on Tuesday. However, his attention quickly snapped on a conspiracy theory that, if believed, will put many lives at risk. Saying that disinformation regarding the pandemic is “scaring” him, he decided to take one …
Vanessa Hudgens apologizes for ‘insensitive’ remarks about coronavirus
ABC/Randy Holmes(LOS ANGELES) — Vanessa Hudgens has apologized for making “insensitive” comments on Monday about the COVID-19 pandemic. In an apology posted to her Twitter page on Tuesday, Hudgens — who had previously called the potential length of quarantine due to the pandemic “a bunch of b*******,” adding, “yeah, people are going to die, which is terrible but like, inevitable?” — acknowledged …
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen host coronavirus Instagram live show
Presley Ann/Getty Images for Hulu(LOS ANGELES) — If you thought John Legend and Chrissy Teigen couldn’t be anymore #couplegoals, you’re wrong. On Tuesday, the couple just set the bar even higher after they put on a show for fans who are likely at home practicing social distancing and self-quarantining. With Legend dressed in a robe and Teigen in a …
Demi Lovato and Miley Cyrus open up about struggles on new Instagram talk show ‘Bright Minded’
Presley Ann/WireImage – Frazer Harrison/Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) — Talk about girl power! Demi Lovato and Miley Cyrus buried the hatchet and opened up about their struggles on Monday in a new Instagram show titled, Bright Minded. The show, which Miley was inspired to start due to the mass amount of individuals practicing social distancing and self-quarantining, aims to connect with …
Amanda Bynes reveals that she’s pregnant with fiance Paul Michael’s child
Charley Gallay/Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) — Amanda Bynes is about to be a mom. Keeping up with her new tradition of announcing major news on the holidays, the Nickelodeon star, along with her on-again fiance Paul Michael, made the major baby announcement on St. Patrick’s Day. Bynes, 33, posted a photo of her ultrasound with the tell-all caption, “Baby on …
Tom Hanks, Idris Elba offer updates on their COVID-19 diagnosis
ABC/Ida Mae Astute(LOS ANGELES) — Tom Hanks and Idris Elba, two big-name celebs who’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19 coronavirus, took to social media Tuesday to give updates on their condition. Hanks posted a message to Instagram and Twitter to give the good news and bad news of his situation as he recovers from the virus …
Cartoon Network enlists its animated stars for “How Not to Get Sick” PSAs
Cartoon Network(LOS ANGELES) — With the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak reinforcing the importance of basic hygiene — even during the season of your “regular” colds and flu — Cartoon Network has deployed its animated stars to drive the point home for younger people. The PSA “Wash Your Hands” and the music video “Keep Cool, Keep Clean” feature the stars of …
“Mind blowing”: Fresh from a “silent retreat,” Jared Leto stunned to hear about coronavirus
Photo by BG020/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images(LOS ANGELES) — While it’s always nice to unplug in our connected world, it has its disadvantages, too. Jared Leto just learned this after coming out of a 12-day meditation in the desert, during which he hadn’t heard of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. On Instagram, the actor posted about his reality check. “We were totally isolated. No …
Warner Bros. bumping up ‘Birds of Prey’ home release amid COVID-19 pandemic
Warner Bros. Pictures(LOS ANGELES) — If you’re bored with social distancing rules stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least you’ll have more stuff to watch at home. Warner Bros. has announced its film Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey being bumped forward for home release and digital streaming. The Margot Robbie Suicide Squad spin-off will now be available for purchase on …