Michael Jackson and Wade Robson; courtesy HBO(LOS ANGELES) — Leaving Neverland, the documentary featuring two men who accuse Michael Jackson of sexually abusing them as children, has been a ratings winner for HBO. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the first installment on Sunday night drew 1.29 million viewers, the third-largest audience for an HBO documentary …
Kylie Jenner, 21, is the youngest “self-made” billionaire in the world, says ‘Forbes’
Forbes(LOS ANGELES) — Kylie Jenner, at age 21, is officially the youngest “self-made” billionaire in the world, according to Forbes. “I popped up at a few stores, I did my usual social media. I did what I usually do, and it just worked,” Jenner told the publication. Jenner’s billionaire status was already predicted, but with …
Girl power! Fandango says ‘Captain Marvel’ is its biggest advance ticket seller since ‘Avengers: Infinity War’
Marvel Studios(NEW YORK) — Movie ticket company Fandango says the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe, Captain Marvel — opening on Friday –– is on track to be its biggest advance ticket seller since last year’s Avengers: Infinity War. There’s a reason, says Fandango Managing Editor Erik Davis. “Fans can’t wait to experience the nostalgic ‘90s vibe …
Luke Perry’s daughter says she’s “grateful for all the love” after her father’s death
ABC/Paula Lobo(LOS ANGELES) — A day after Luke Perry’s death, his 18-year-old daughter, Sophie Perry, broke her silence in an emotional Instagram post, thanking everyone for the outpouring of love in the wake of the tragedy. Perry died on Monday at the age of 52 following a stroke days earlier in Los Angeles, California. Sophie …
Smelly cloaks and wrong theories: Kit Harington talks ‘Game of Thrones’ ending
Scott Kowalchyk/CBS(NEW YORK) — With the first full-length trailer for the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones just released Tuesday, the timing was perfect for Game of Thrones star Kit Harington to drop by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert for a visit. Just don’t ask him to spill the beans on how …
Queen Latifah says she needs “proof” before she condemns Jussie Smollet for alleged hoax
ABC(LOS ANGELES) — For now, Queen Latifah says she’s standing by her good friend Jussie Smollett. In an interview with Yahoo‘s Through Her Eyes, Latifah says she’s not ready to condemn the Empire actor until she sees actual evidence that he staged his own attack back in January. “Until somebody can show me some proof …
The producers of ‘Magic Mike The Musical’ are looking for a few good men
(NEW YORK) — The producers of the Broadway musical based on the hit Channing Tatum male stripper movie Magic Mike are looking for more than a few good men to shake their moneymakers onstage. Trip Cullman, Magic Mike The Musical‘s director, said in a statement, “We are looking for actors who can surprise and dazzle …
In new ‘Game of Thrones’ final season trailer, dragons and armies are spoiling for a fight
Helen Sloane/HBO(LOS ANGELES) — “Our enemy doesn’t tire. Doesn’t stop. Doesn’t feel.” That’s what Jon Snow says in the trailer for the final season of Game of Thrones, released Tuesday by HBO, and he’s obviously referring to the ultimate showdown between our heroes and the zombie-like White Walkers. The tense trailer shows armies massing, on …
Grand Slam: Will Smith to play Venus and Serena Williams’ father in upcoming biopic
ABC/Randy Holmes(LOS ANGELES) — Will Smith is taking on a pivotal role in his next project. The actor has signed on to play Richard Williams, father of tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams, in the upcoming film, King Richard. According to Variety, Smith, who is currently filming Bad Boys For Life, will also produce the project, which …
Kelly Ripa “stunned” at the passing of “dear friend” Luke Perry
ABC/Paula Lobo(NEW YORK) — Friends, family, and fans are still shocked about the death of former Beverly Hills, 90210 star Luke Perry, who died Monday at 52 years old after he suffered a massive stroke last Thursday — including Kelly Ripa. On Tuesday’s Live With Kelly and Ryan, Kelly revealed it was co-host Ryan Seacrest …