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    NeNe Leakes Blames Cast and Production for Her 'RHOA' Exit

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    During her appearance on Tamar Braxton’s ‘Under Construction’, NeNe reveals that the salary dispute isn’t the only reason why she decided to leave the show ahead of season 14.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – NeNe Leakes detailed the behind-the-scenes drama prior to her departure from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta”. During her appearance on Tamar Braxton’s “Under Construction”, NeNe revealed that the salary dispute wasn’t the only reason why she decided to leave the show ahead of season 14.
    In the interview, Tamar asked NeNe about the least talked about side effect of being on a reality show. “The other side of all the perks… I don’t know. I know that when I came out, I did everything. I did scripted television, I did Broadway, I was on the cover of Ebony magazine, the ‘Power’ cover, I was the first celebrity in 30 years to have a residency out in Vegas on Zumanity, appearances, I did appearances everywhere,” NeNe responded.
    Continuing to list the fame that “RHOA” brought to her, NeNe added, “Every single talk show it was possible to do. I co-hosted everywhere for everybody. I just did everything.” However, she noted that “the flip side of that is, it’s going to come to an end. Either it’s going to come to an end or you level off.”

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    Despite everything, NeNe claimed that people would never have full control of their own career. “The other thing is, you could still be going just as hard as you were when you first came out but that corporate devil is sitting right there,” she went on to say, apparently throwing shade at Bravo. “It’s a corporate devil that people don’t know is controlling a lot of your career.”
    “I did a lot of competition shows. I did ‘Celebrity Apprentice, I did ‘Cupcake Wars’. I did a competition show where [husband] Gregg and I were cooking for these ‘MasterChef’ people. Corporate devil is a beast. That’s all I got to tell you. Like you think you’re going on these shows and you’re going to be like, ‘I can win.’ Actually, before you even get on the show they already know who the winner is. That’s the corporate devil. It’s a lot that happens behind the scenes that people just don’t know about,” she added.

    Of her exit, NeNe shared that she “was blaming a lot of people and it took me years to figure out who the real devil was.” She continued, “When I figured it out though it really crushed me. It really hurt my heart really bad. I was really, really hurt over it. And I was like, ‘Wow.’ It felt to me like American greed or something. Greedy, just greedy. They will never stop. That’s what happens. It’s sad. It’s a lot and it’s a lot to deal with. So much.”
    At the end of the day, NeNe concluded that “reality TV is better than reality. Cause you know, reality TV is a little twisted. That makes more money.” She also admitted that “it took me years to figure out why all these girls were coming after me every season [we would’ve squashed something in the background], why some of my friendships were falling apart. It took me years.”

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    Tom Holland Battling His Inner Demon in First 'Cherry' Trailer

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    The ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ actor plays a nerd youngster falling in love who suffers from PTSD after joining the army and returning from a war zone in the Russo brothers movie.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Tom Holland gets into yet another dark role following his raved performance in “The Devil All the Time”. Putting aside his goofy and clumsy persona, the Peter Parker a.k.a. Spider-Man in Marvel Cinematic Universe plays a druc-addicted bank robber in “Cherry” from “Avengers” films’ directors, Anthony and Joe Russo, which first full trailer has arrived for viewing pleasure.
    In the newly-released sneak peek, Holland’s title character is first depicted as a nerd young man who falls in love. Against the odds, he decides to trade his peaceful life for an intense life in battle zone by joining the army.
    Upon returning from war where he served as an Army medic, Cherry is not the same person. He’s suffering “from post-traumatic stress disorder” and “becomes a serial bank robber after an addiction to drugs puts him in debt.”

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    Also starring Ciara Bravo as Cherry’s love interest, the crime drama is adapted from the novel of the same name by Nico Walker, who based the titular character on himself. The official description of the movie doesn’t reveal much of the storyline but this, “In an epic odyssey of romance, war, drug addiction, and crime, a young man (Holland) struggles to find his place in the world.”
    Meanwhile, the Russo brothers said on their official Twitter account that “Cherry is the most personal film we have made. The city. The people. The story.” They went on to reveal the movie’s release date in the tweet, ” #Cherry is in theaters on February 26th and on @AppleTV March 12th.”
    The filmmaking duo, who has also directed Holland in “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame”, previously said of Holland’s performance in the upcoming movie, “I think it’s an Oscar-worthy performance.” Joe Russo gushed, “I think [Holland] is absolutely amazing in it. He gives a gut-wrenching performance. What he does to himself emotionally and physically is unbelievable. We haven’t seen an actor in a role like this in a while. The movie spans a decade, complemented by an epic performance. And one that I certainly hope will be in the Oscar conversation.”

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    Natalie Anderson Gets Candid About Her Miscarriage After Exiting 'The Challenge'

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    The 34-year-old New Jersey native abruptly left ‘The Challenge: Double Agents’ after she found out that she was pregnant with her child with boyfriend Devin Perez.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Natalie Anderson opens up about suffering miscarriage after leaving “The Challenge: Double Agents” in the Wednesday, January 13 episode of the show. In a new interview, Natalie detailed “a personal matter that requires me to leave the game.”
    The 34-year-old revealed to Us Weekly that the whole thing started after her phone call to her twin sister, Nadiya Anderson, over FaceTime while filming. “I was just joking because she’s trying to get pregnant with her second child, and I was, like, ‘Oh, my God, my period’s late. Maybe we’ll get pregnant, and we’ll have babies together when I get back!’ ” Natalie, who is dating boyfriend Devin Perez for more than a year, shared.
    “I was totally joking, but that triggered production to have me take a pregnancy test,” she continued. Natalie admitted that all she could think about was the competition, noting that there was no way for her to get pregnant. She added, “For me, the money was basically in my pocket, the check was already written. This money was mine and there was nobody who was gonna come get my skull for me. I was literally just waiting for the final to get there, so I could just cross everybody else and take the money.”

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    When she found out that she’s pregnant, Natalie said that she felt this “weird wave of happiness, shock, surprise, disappointment. I didn’t even process what I was actually feeling. I was just like, ‘How am I pregnant? I want to win this money!’ I love my boyfriend, but he’s not here. It was just the most awkward way to find out you’re pregnant, because it could have been an amazing feeling, but I didn’t have the opportunity to feel like that because I was just so confused and torn about having to leave the game, but also was super excited and happy.”
    The New Jersey native revealed that even when she was home, it took time for her to embrace the fact that she was pregnant. Thankfully, her boyfriend was there to help her. “I could finally breathe and embrace the pregnancy in a way that I hadn’t felt while I was out there. I was now embracing in a different light. I realized everything happens for a reason. I had to give up winning, potentially, half a million dollars. But on the flip side, I get to embrace this cool journey with somebody I love and trust to be my partner in life,” she said.
    “The Amazing Race” vet then shared that she then got back into her “regular routine of eating and training.” However, she then felt intense cramps a week later, sharing, “I went through a miscarriage, and it was really difficult because I had just kind of come to peace with leaving the game and saying goodbye to the competition of the challenge, which I love, came back home and changed my mindset into this new journey. And that was then taken away from me. It was hard for me.”
    Despite the heartbreaking experience, Natalie said that she wanted to make the best out of everything. “I did everything that I could in my power to kind of make peace with my journey and I’m just really proud of where I am right now and where we are together,” she said.

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    Bravo Shuts Down 'RHONY' Production Again After Cast Member Has COVID-19

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    This is the second time for ‘RHONY’ production of season 13 to get suspended due to coronavirus as the filming was halted after a crew member tested positive for the disease in October 2020.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Production on “The Real Housewives of New York City” season 13 is put on halt once again due to COVID-19. It has been reported that Bravo has shut down the filming after a cast member tested positive for the novel coronavirus. PageSix was the first to report the news.
    The news outlet claimed that it had the name of the contracted star. However, it decided not to reveal the identity because it hasn’t been given us permission to do so. Bravo, meanwhile, has yet to comment on the report.
    This is the second time for “RHONY” production to get suspended due to coronavirus. The filming was halted after a crew member tested positive for the disease back in October. The production only resumed after two-week quarantine period.

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    “RHONY” isn’t the only “Real Housewives” show which production was affected by COVID-19. “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” was forced to temporarily pause filming in November 2020 after cast members Kyle Richards, Dorit Kemsley and Kathy Hilton tested positive for COVID-19.
    That aside, season 13 will see newcomer Eboni K. Williams joining returning Housewives Luann de Lesseps, Ramona Singer, Leah McSweeney and Sonja Morgan. Of being the first black Housewife on the show, Eboni shared to PEOPLE, “This is not the first time I’ve been the first Black woman in a space. I was the first Black woman at my law firm coming out of law school.”
    “When you are privileged to be the first, you represent your entire culture. I’m not just on this show as Eboni K. Williams, in many ways, I’m on this show representing Black womanhood. I take that responsibility very seriously,” she explained. “I don’t have the option to be a shrinking violet.”

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    Chris Evans Has Good Laugh Over Reports of His Return as Captain America

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    The ‘Avengers: Endgame’ actor enjoys fans’ reactions to news of him considering to reprise his role as Steve Rogers in at least one Marvel property with the possibility of a second film.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Chris Evans is putting a brake on speculation that he’s going to pick up his Captain America shield again. The actor has responded to reports that say he eyes return as Steve Rogers a.k.a. Cap in at least one Marvel property.
    Claiming that he’s as surprised as fans to learn of the news, the 39-year-old tweeted it was “news to me” after the reports broke on Thursday, January 14. He, however, appeared to enjoy fans’ reactions to the unconfirmed reports as he added in a separate tweet, “Some of the gif responses are priceless good work, everyone.”

    Chris Evans responded to news of his return as Captain America.

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    Deadline was the one to break the news that Evans is expected to reprise his role as Captain America. While the site noted that “it’s still vague whether the deal is closed,” so-called insiders told the outlet that the actor will return in a future Marvel project, with the door open for a second film.
    It’s additionally noted that it’s unlikely to be a solo Captain America film and more likely to be what Robert Downey Jr. did after “Iron Man 3”, appearing in such films as “Captain America: Civil War” and “Spider-Man: Homecoming”. Marvel has yet to comment on the news.
    Evans marked the last time he played Captain America in 2018 as he wrapped up the filming of “Avengers: Endgame”. “Officially wrapped on Avengers 4,” he tweeted at the time. “It was an emotional day to say the least. Playing this role over the last 8 years has been an honor. To everyone in front of the camera, behind the camera, and in the audience, thank you for the memories! Eternally grateful.”
    The 2019 blockbuster movie also seemed to give his character a closure, with Cap handing his shield to Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson a.k.a. Falcon. Following the end of MCU’s Phase 3, Falcon and Sebastian Stan’s Winter Soldier are heading to small screen with “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” series to be released on Disney+.

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    Tyler Perry Announced as Recipient of Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at 2021 Oscars

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    The ‘Madea’ filmmaker is going to be celebrated at the upcoming Academy Awards for his philanthropic efforts and work for social justice and civil rights.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Tyler Perry will be honoured with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the Oscars in April (21).
    The actor, writer, and studio boss is being recognised for his philanthropic efforts and work for social justice and civil rights.
    Meanwhile, the Motion Picture And Television Fund (MPTF) will become the first organisation to receive the Hersholt Award.
    Both awards will be presented at the 93rd annual Academy Awards – the first time the honour has been handed out at the Oscars ceremony since Jerry Lewis was recognised in 2009.

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    The honorary Oscars have been presented at the Governors Awards in November ever since, but last year’s event was scrapped due to the COVID pandemic.
    The last time two separate Hersholt Awards were presented in the same year was in 1993 when Elizabeth Taylor and Audrey Hepburn were honoured.
    “There has been such widespread generosity in our industry that limiting the Hersholt Humanitarian Award to one recipient, this year in particular, was impossible. So, we are breaking with tradition and giving two awards to honor that spirit,” Academy president David Rubin said, while announcing the recipients. “Tyler’s cultural influence extends far beyond his work as a filmmaker. He has quietly and steadily focused on humanitarian and social justice causes from the beginning of his career, caring for people who are most often ignored.”
    “The work of the MPTF is more vital than ever, and the organization has gone above and beyond to help our community. The sheer number of individuals and families – from every corner of our industry’s workforce – aided during the pandemic and over the last 100 years is nothing short of extraordinary.”
    The 93rd Oscars will be held on 25 April.

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    Studio Bosses Slam Ray Fisher’s Claims That There’s ‘Interference’ in ‘Justice League’ Investigation

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    Ray Fisher Reacts to Being Removed From 'The Flash' Movie

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    The actor who plays Cyborg in ‘Justice League’ says he doesn’t mind being dropped from the Speedster movie if it could help to ‘bring awareness and accountability to Walter Hamada’s actions.’

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Ray Fisher has penned a lengthy tweet to fans, confirming that his character Cyborg has been written out of standalone “Justice League” movie “The Flash”.
    Last summer (20), Fisher had been offered the opportunity to reprise his part for a cameo in “The Flash”, but he has since clashed with studio executives at Warner Bros., who are developing the DC Comics film, after accusing director Joss Whedon of misconduct on the set of 2017’s “Justice League”, which he completed when Zack Snyder had to step down.
    An internal investigation was launched, but Fisher refused to co-operate, and last month (Dec20), he slammed DC Films President Walter Hamada, branding him, “the most dangerous kind of enabler” – even though he was not employed by the firm or involved in Justice League when it was originally released.

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    In his address to fans on Wednesday (13Jan21), Fisher said that while he is upset that he won’t be able to reprise his role in the film, “bringing awareness to the actions of Walter Hamada will prove to be a much more important contribution to our world.”
    He went on to make new claims of Hamada’s “interference” in the internal investigation, including allegations that he tried to shield his former co-president Geoff Johns from allegations of misconduct, continuing, “I maintain that Walter Hamada is unfit for a position of leadership. And I am willing, at any point, to submit to a polygraph test to support my claims against him. I don’t know how many instances of workplace abuse Walter has attempted to cover in the past. But hopefully the Justice League investigation will be the last.”
    Fisher concluded, “And if the end of my time as Cyborg is the cost for helping to bring awareness and accountability to Walter Hamada’s actions – I’ll pay it gladly.”
    Hamada, Warner Bros. and DC Films have yet to respond to Fisher’s allegations.

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    Studio Bosses Slam Ray Fisher's Claims That There's 'Interference' in 'Justice League' Investigation

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    Bosses at Warner Brothers insist DC Films President Walter Hamada never interfered with the internal investigation into the misconduct allegations made by the Cyborg star.

    Jan 15, 2021
    AceShowbiz – Warner Bros. studio bosses are standing by DC Films president Walter Hamada following “Justice League” star Ray Fisher’s latest comments attacking the producer.
    Fisher took to Twitter on Wednesday (13Jan21) to confirm his Cyborg character had been written out of standalone superhero movie “The Flash” after he was approached last summer (20) to reprise his “Justice League” role for a small part in the upcoming blockbuster.
    He claimed Hamada and company officials had been responsible for pushing him out of “The Flash”, and made new allegations of “interference” in the internal investigation conducted by Warner Bros. officials into his accusations of misconduct against producer Geoff Johns and director Joss Whedon on the set of 2017’s “Justice League”, which he completed when Zack Snyder had to step down.
    Fisher declined to participate in the investigation, and on the heels of his latest social media rant, WarnerMedia chiefs have declared their continued support and faith in both Johns and Hamada.

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    “As has been previously stated, an extensive investigation was conducted by an outside law firm, led by a former federal judge who has assured WarnerMedia that there were no impediments to the investigation,” WarnerMedia representatives stated to TheWrap.com.
    “Last summer, Mr. Fisher was offered the opportunity to reprise his role as Cyborg in The Flash. Given his statement that he will not participate in any film associated with Mr. Hamada, our production is now moving on.”
    “Warner Bros. remains in business with Geoff Johns who continues to produce Stargirl, Batwoman, Doom Patrol, Superman & Lois, and Titans for the studio, among other projects.”
    In a separate statement from Ann Sarnoff, chair and CEO of WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group, she added, “I believe in Walter Hamada and that he did not impede or interfere in the investigation.”
    “Furthermore, I have full confidence in the investigation’s process and findings. Walter is a well-respected leader, known by his colleagues, peers, and me as a man of great character and integrity. As I said in Walter’s recent deal extension announcement, I’m excited about where he’s taking DC Films and look forward to working with him and the rest of the team to build out the DC Multiverse.”

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