Final season of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ to premiere in August

Final season of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ to premiere in August
Final season of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ to premiere in August
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We finally have a premiere date for the end of The Umbrella Academy.

The fourth and final season of the Netflix show, which is adapted from the comic book series of the same name created by My Chemical Romance frontman Gerard Way, will debut on August 8.

In The Umbrella Academy, an eccentric billionaire adopts seven children were all born on October 1, 1989, who turn out to have superpowers. The show follows the now grown-up heroes, who have to navigate their family dysfunction while trying to stop the apocalypse.

The first issue of The Umbrella Academy comic was published in 2007, and the Netflix series premiered in 2019.

The cast of The Umbrella Academy includes Elliot Page, Tom Hopper, David Castañeda, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Robert Sheehan, Aidan Gallagher and Justin H. Min.

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Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth to co-chair 2024 Met Gala

Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth to co-chair 2024 Met Gala
Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth to co-chair 2024 Met Gala
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The four celebrity co-chairs of the 2024 Met Gala have been revealed.

Jennifer LopezZendayaBad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth, along with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, will serve as the co-chairs of fashion’s biggest night, The Metropolitan Museum of Art revealed on Thursday.

This year’s Met Gala dress code is The Garden of Time. It’s tied to the museum’s exhibition, called “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” But don’t think the exhibition is linked to the Disney princess movie about Aurora and her fairies.

Vogue described this year’s exhibition as “nothing to do with the Brothers Grimm or Disney, but is rather a celebration of clothing and fashion so fragile that it can’t ever be worn again – and are therefore sleeping beauties in the scrupulously maintained archives of The Costume Institute.”

Lopez is a 13-time Met Gala attendee. Zendaya has attended the event five times, while Bad Bunny has gone twice. This will mark Hemsworth’s first time attending the event.

“Not a bad lineup!! Anyone got a Garden of Time outfit I can borrow?” Hemsworth wrote on Instagram on Thursday.

The 2024 Met Gala will be held on May 6.

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Hilary Swank reveals twin babies’ names in Valentine’s Day Instagram post

Hilary Swank reveals twin babies’ names in Valentine’s Day Instagram post
Hilary Swank reveals twin babies’ names in Valentine’s Day Instagram post
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Hilary Swank took to Instagram on Wednesday to reveal the names of her 10-month-old twins.

“I have a busy week of talk shows ahead where I’ll be sharing about my new film and a fun partnership, but I figured what better day to share the names of my two little loves with you all first,” the 49-year-old Million Dollar Baby star captioned a photo of her daughter and son, dressed in pink and blue onesies. Their respective names — Aya and Ohm — were written in the sand behind them.

“Thanks for being here!! Happy Valentine’s Day,” she added. “P.S. Who else has babies that think sand is edible?”

Swank shared the news that she and her husband, Philip Schneider, welcomed twins back in April.

“It wasn’t easy. But boy (and girl!) was it worth it. Happy Easter! Posting from pure Heaven,” Swank captioned a photo of herself holding the newborns.

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In Brief: Will Smith’s new movie, Molly Shannon joining ‘Only Murders,’ and more

In Brief: Will Smith’s new movie, Molly Shannon joining ‘Only Murders,’ and more
In Brief: Will Smith’s new movie, Molly Shannon joining ‘Only Murders,’ and more

Will Smith has been tapped to star in the action thriller Sugar Bandits, according to Variety. The film, based on Chuck Hogan‘s book, Devils in Exile, follows an Iraq War veteran who teams up with a crew of fellow vets to take down the drug trade in Boston. Smith is currently filming a fourth Bad Boys movie, as well as a sequel to the 2007 film, I Am Legend, opposite Michael B. Jordan

Saturday Night Live alum Molly Shannon has joined the season 4 cast of Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building in a recurring role, according to Deadline. Plot details are being kept under wraps, but Disney Television Group President Craig Erwich tells the outlet that the upcoming season will find Only Murders in the Building stars Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez‘s characters traveling to L.A. before returning to The Arconia in their search of Saz’s killer. Shannon will reportedly play “a high powered LA business woman who finds herself drawn into the world of the investigation in New York” …

Deadline reports Daisy Jones and the Six showrunner Judalina Neira has teamed up with Sony Pictures Television for a dramatic take on the the TV series Bewitched. The new Bewitched is described as “an irreverent hourlong reimagination of the classic TV series” that aired on ABC from 1964-72 and starred Elizabeth Montgomery as a witch who marries an ordinary mortal man and vows to lead the life of a typical suburban housewife. Bewitched was previously remade as a 2005 film starring Nicole Kidman and Will Ferrell

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Amy Schumer and Michael Cera on what ‘Life & Beth’ season 2 explores

Amy Schumer and Michael Cera on what ‘Life & Beth’ season 2 explores
Amy Schumer and Michael Cera on what ‘Life & Beth’ season 2 explores
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Amy Schumer’s Hulu series Life & Beth returns for season 2 on Friday, and it’s once again showing how the awkwardness of life can make poignant comedy.

Schumer spoke to ABC Audio about the journey her character, Beth, takes over the 10 episodes in this sophomore season.

“Seeing someone navigate going from dating to marriage, and pregnancy, is very rich territory that we were excited to explore this season,” Schumer said.

The season will also dive deeper into the lives of Beth’s closest friends.

“I really like that we got to explore more of her friends’ lives. That was something I felt like we didn’t, like, really get to do in season 1,” Schumer said. “So, they weren’t just supporting her, but we got to see what’s going on with them.”

Schumer’s love interest, John, is played by none other than Michael Cera. He says this season finds John learning more about himself than he has never explored before.

“He’s always been such a sort of self-sufficient person. And I think being thrown into a very, you know, an intimate relationship is like, is the quickest way to learn things about yourself or hold a mirror up to yourself,” Cera said.

And while some of the storylines this season — such as Beth’s connection to her mother, sister and husband — resemble Schumer’s actual personal life, she says she’s found ways of ensuring what happens on screen doesn’t affect her real relationships.

“I have enough experience where I know to really clear it with the person before,” Schumer said. “There were no surprises … that’s something I’ve done for a long time, where it’s really not worth it if it’s gonna, you know, mess with anything in your actual personal life.”

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David Beckham, Catherine Zeta-Jones and more post Valentine’s Day tributes to their partners

David Beckham, Catherine Zeta-Jones and more post Valentine’s Day tributes to their partners
David Beckham, Catherine Zeta-Jones and more post Valentine’s Day tributes to their partners
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Love was in the air this Valentine’s Day as many celebrities publicly declared their commitment to their romantic partners on social media.

David and Victoria Beckham shared loving tributes to each other on Instagram. David posted a romantic sunset selfie of the pair kissing. “Happy Valentines to an amazing wife, mummy & best friend. I love you,” he captioned the pic.

Victoria decided to honor her husband by sharing a video of him swinging around on gymnastics equipment while donning a cowboy hat. “Happy Valentine’s Day cowboy,” Victoria wrote in the caption.

Kristen Stewart’s fiancée, Dylan Meyer, posted a carousel of pictures to Instagram honoring their relationship. “Happy valentines to my #1 crush, the hottest cat mom in the game. I am just so, so into you,” Meyer wrote.

Catherine Zeta-Jones also celebrated the romantic holiday – and 23 years of marriage – with her longtime love, Michael Douglas. “Happy Valentines Day to my love Michael,” the actress wrote next to heart emojis. She then added, “sealed with a kiss.”

Chris Hemsworth used his signature humor to wish his wife, Elsa Pataky, a great V-Day. He posted a video of the pair swimming together in the pool — well, Pataky was swimming, while Chris grabbed her underwater and pulled her close.

“Happy Valentine’s Day. This year I thought I’d share with you how babies are made in Australia. It’s both a game of passion, love and intense sportsmanship where everyone one’s a winner,” Hemsworth wrote.

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Barney returns to wish everybody a happy Valentine’s Day: “You are loved”

Barney returns to wish everybody a happy Valentine’s Day: “You are loved”
Barney returns to wish everybody a happy Valentine’s Day: “You are loved”
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Everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur made his grand return to wish everybody a happy Valentine’s Day.

Barney the Dinosaur shared a video to social media on Wednesday, his first message since 2010, wishing his friends a happy day filled with love.

“Hi friends. It’s me, Barney. I haven’t seen some of you in a long time. But I always make sure to check on my friends,” he said. “It seems like we could all use a little reminder right now. A reminder of the super dee duper ability we all have to love one another.”

The video seems to be aimed toward adults, those who grew up watching the character on Barney & Friends, which ran for 14 seasons and ended in 2010.

Perhaps Barney was inspired by Sesame Street’s Elmo, who started a conversation about mental health last month after a post shared on X, formerly Twitter, went viral. “Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?” the Muppet wrote.

Barney finished his video by making sure his friends who grew up watching and singing along with him know they are seen and loved.

“After a long day on the playground of life, I want you to know: you are seen. You are special. You are loved,” Barney said.

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Kristen Stewart is tired of being asked about Robert Pattinson

Kristen Stewart is tired of being asked about Robert Pattinson
Kristen Stewart is tired of being asked about Robert Pattinson
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Kristen Stewart gave the girls and the gays everything they could want this Valentine’s Day while posing in a jock strap on the most recent cover of Rolling Stone.

The actress opened up to the outlet about how she dislikes still having to answer questions about Robert Pattinson, her former Twilight co-star and ex-boyfriend. While she says she can understand to a point why people are still interested in the relationship, she is tired of answering questions about it.

“Rob and I can’t just keep talking about that s***, because it’s f****** weird,” Stewart said. “It’s like if someone kept asking you — I mean for literally decades — ‘But senior year in high school?’ You’re like, ‘F****** A, man! I don’t know!’”

The cover photo outfit choice was the actress’s vision. She said she wanted it to be the “gayest f****** thing you’ve ever seen in your life.” Her jock strap is paired with an open leather jacket with nothing else underneath, as well as a mullet hairstyle with bangs.

“If I got through the entire Twilight series without ever doing a Rolling Stone cover, it’s because the boys were the sex symbols,” Stewart said. “If I could grow a little mustache, if I could grow a f****** happy trail and unbutton my pants, I would. Guys — I’m sorry — but their f****** pubes are shoved in my face constantly, and I’m like, ‘Ummmm, bring it in.’”

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Pedro Pascal will star in Marvel’s ‘The Fantastic Four’

Pedro Pascal will star in Marvel’s ‘The Fantastic Four’
Pedro Pascal will star in Marvel’s ‘The Fantastic Four’
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In a Valentine’s Day surprise, Marvel Studios announced the cast and release date for The Fantastic Four.

Everyone’s favorite internet boyfriend Pedro Pascal will play Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic; Mission: Impossible actress Vanessa Kirby will play Sue Storm/Invisible Woman; The Bear actor Ebon Moss-Bachrach will play Ben Grimm/The Thing; and Stranger Things actor Joseph Quinn will play Johnny Storm/Human Torch.

Marvel Studios shared the news with a poster showcasing the characters with the actors’ faces — with Moss-Bachrach’s Ben Grimm pictured in a photo behind The Thing’s rocky build.

“Happy Valentine’s Day from Marvel’s First Family!” the social media post reads, also revealing the film will arrive in theaters on July 25, 2025.

The Fantastic Four characters, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, have previously been depicted on the big screen in two notable iterations.

The first iteration, featured in films released in 2005 and 2007, included actors Ioan GruffuddJessica AlbaMichael Chiklis and the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s eventual Steve Rogers/Captain America, Chris Evans.

The second, featured in the 2015 film Fantastic Four (also styled “FANT4STIC”), included Miles TellerKate MaraJamie Bell and Michael B. Jordan, who would go on to play Killmonger in the MCU’s Black Panther franchise.

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‘Bridgerton’ season 3 clip finds Penelope standing up to Colin

‘Bridgerton’ season 3 clip finds Penelope standing up to Colin
‘Bridgerton’ season 3 clip finds Penelope standing up to Colin
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Dear readers, it is with great joy that I inform you Netflix has released a new clip from season 3 of Bridgerton.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, you can now watch an official snippet from the new season. In the clip, Penelope Featherington, played by Nicola Coughlan, accosts Luke Newton’s Colin Bridgerton for the unkind comments she overheard him making to a group of friends at the end of season 2.

“If you are going to make me say it out loud, I miss you,” Colin tells Penelope in the short clip.

Penelope laughs in response, before standing up for herself. “You miss me, but you would never court me, is that correct? … I overheard you, at my mama’s ball last season. Telling everyone how you would never, ever court Penelope Featherington,” she says. “It just never occurred to me that you of all people could be so cruel.”

Each season of the romantic period drama follows a different member of the Bridgerton family on their journey to find love. This season revolves around the slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance between the third-eldest son, Colin, and his sister Eloise’s best friend, Penelope, who has always carried a torch for him.

However, Penelope seems to be looking for someone new. “Determined to move on from Colin Bridgerton, Penelope Featherington sets out to find a husband, only to receive help from the last person she expects,” the official description reads.

The long-awaited third season of Bridgerton will be split up into two parts. Part 1 will be released on May 16, while Part 2 drops on June 13, only on Netflix.

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