Gangsta Boo Dies: Rapper & Three 6 Mafia Member Was 43

Lola Chantrelle Mitchell, known by her stage name Gangsta Boo, has died. The rapper and former member of Three 6 Mafia was 43. A post shared by DJ Paul K.O.M. Gangsta Boo of Three 6 MafiaTaylor Hill/Getty Images She would continue with the group with 1996sChapter 1: The Endand 1997sChapter 2: World Domination. Watch on Deadline In 1998, Gangsta Boo released her first solo album titledEnquiring Minds. The same year she left, she released her second solo album titledBoth Worlds *69....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 98 words · Paul Smith

Hollywood Studies Show Few Gains For Women, People Of Color Directing Films In 2022

Among the top 250 films, that number rose to 18%, up 1%. In 1998, the first year of the Celluloid Ceiling report, that number was 17%. On films with male directors, women accounted for 12% of writers and 19% of editors. Getty Images These are non-trivial differences. Lionsgate and STX were lauded for their long-term efforts across the studys 16-year time frame. Perhaps executives should embrace a mentality described by Taylor Swift: its me, Im the problem....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 92 words · James Mckinney

Hugh Grant Says He’s “Married To James Bond” In ‘Knives Out’ Sequel

It is true, Im married to James Bond, Grant said in an interview withCollider. Its the tiniest little moment. Johnson recentlylamentedNetflixaddingKnives Outinto the title of the sequel. Daniel Knighton/Getty Images/John Wilson/Netflix Ive tried hard to make them self-contained. Honestly, Im pissed off that we haveA Knives Out Mysteryin the title, Johnson toldThe Atlanticin an interview. I want it to just be calledGlass Onion. But theres a gravity of a thousand suns toward serialized storytelling....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 74 words · Benjamin Gilbert

Leslie Grace Reveals Peek At ‘Batgirl’ Costume From Canceled HBO Max Movie

Leslie Graceis giving us a look at theBatgirlcostume that might have been. my gratitude and love for life is much deeper thanks to the experiences you brought me. i take your lessons with me as we part. Lesie Grace/Instagram The video features Grace in costume in what gives the impression of her trailer. (Batgirlwas greenlighted at $70 million budget.) The decision also followed several changes across company including major changes to HBO Max....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 95 words · Angela Thomas

The BFI’s Biggest Distribution Awards Of 2022: ‘The Worst Person In The World’, ‘Corsage’ & ‘Aftersun’ Among Recipients

Heres our annual rundown of the largest distribution awards handed out by the British Film Institute in 2022. The Norwegian language film opened in the UK on March 25 and grossed over 900,000. The second title was Austrian filmmaker Marie KreutzersCorsage(75,000), starring Vicky Krieps. Joachim Trier’s “The Worst Person in the World” is nominated.Neon The period drama also debuted at Cannes and was released in the UK by Picturehouse in December....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Theresa Meyer

‘1899’ Canceled By Netflix After One Season

We would have loved to finish this incredible journey with a 2nd and 3rd season as we did withDark. But sometimes things dont turn out the way you planned. Sources confirmed the cancellation to Deadline. ‘1899’Netflix But their journey takes an unexpected turn when they discover another migrant ship adrift on open sea. What they will find on board, will turn their passage to the promised land into a horrifying nightmare....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 101 words · Eric Williams

‘RRR’ Star N.T. Rama Rao Jr. To Start Shooting 30th Film In February For Release In April 2024

The next film fromRRRstar N.T. Rama Rao Jr., (a.k.a. NTR Jr.), is scheduled to start shooting in February for worldwide release on April 5, 2024. N. T. Rama Rao Jr. 30th filmNTR Arts and Yuvasudha Arts NTR30is produced by Hari Krishna K and Sudhakar Mikkilineni under the banners NTR Arts and Yuvasudha Arts, respectively. Crew also includes Ratnavelu as cinematographer, Sabu Cyril as production designer and Sreekar Prasad as editor....

January 2, 2023 · 1 min · 88 words · Martha Nolan

Anita Pointer Dies: Founding Member Of The Pointer Sisters Was 74

Her family was around her at the time of her death. Bonnie and June first began performing professionally as a duo in 1969. The group won three total Grammy Awards and had 13 US Top 20 hits between 1973 and 1985. Getty Images Bonnie Pointer left the group in 1977 for a solo career. Heaven is a more loving beautiful place with Anita there.

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 64 words · Alexander Harris

Black Eyed Peas Show Solidarity With LGBTQ+ Community On NYE Show In Poland That Mel C Dropped Out Of Days Before

When the four-member group appeared on stage they were all seen wearing a rainbow armbands. The act from the Where Is The Love? The political party has taken steps to further marginalize the LGBTQ+ community by proposing laws against the group. Renard Garr/Getty Images Its not a New Years Eve of Dreams but a New Years Eve of Deviance, Warchol tweeted. Watch on Deadline Promocja LGBT w#TVP2. To nie#SylwesterMarzenlecz Sylwester Wynaturzen....

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 81 words · Gary Jefferson Jr.

Disney’s Kali River Rapids Closing, Worrying Fans That It May Be Permanently Offline

Disney frequently changes its rides, worrying longtime park-goers that a beloved ride may not return. The Disney corporate communications department assured that the Kali ride will be back. Kali River Rapids will be temporarily closed for routine maintenance and will reopen this spring. Getty Images Disney will temporarily close Frozen Sing-Along Celebration in January, it should reopen by the end of January. Watch on Deadline Disneys Animal Kingdom will close Kali River Rapids starting on Jan 9....

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 89 words · Alan Williamson Jr.

The Pogues’ Shane MacGowan Updates His Health Prognosis After Leaving Hospital

Shane MacGowanof The Pogues has updated fans on his health in a New Years Eve post. The 65-year-old is back at home after a hospitalization in December to battle an infection. MacGowan confirmed rumors that he has encephalitis, a disease in which the brain becomes inflamed. Shane MacGowan of The PoguesTristan Fewings/Getty Images Wearing sunglasses, MacGowan continued. And many more, and all the luck in the world and all the love....

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 90 words · Samuel Tyler

UK TV Ratings Bonanza: The Most-Watched Shows Of 2022

King Charles IIIs coronation in May will likely feature on this list in a years time. Im a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Mind, watching former Arsenal footballer Tony Adams don his dancing shoes was enormous fun. ‘Trigger Point’, ‘The State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth’ & ‘Strictly Come Dancing’HTM Television & All3Media International/Getty/BBC/Guy Levy And what a show. Meanwhile, the UK actually did well. Rayand a second season of BBC hitBloodlandsin the same year....

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 99 words · Kelsey Miller

‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’: Meet Young Lady Danbury In First Look Photo From ‘Bridgerton’ Prequel Series

The ton is sure to be abuzz about the latest photo fromQueen Charlotte: ABridgertonStory. According to Netflix, the snapshot comes from Episode 6 of the series. Watch on Deadline Related Stories Emily In Paris Season 3 Debuts At No. Queen Charlotte. Arsema Thomas as Young Agatha Danbury in episode 106 of Queen Charlotte.Nick Wall/Netflix

January 1, 2023 · 1 min · 54 words · James Travis