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    Snoop Dogg Added to Star-Studded Voice Cast of 'Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk'

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    The ‘Doggstyle’ rapper has become the latest addition to the star-studded voice cast ensemble of the upcoming animated kiddie-friendly movie directed by John D. Eraklis.

    Apr 8, 2021

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    Snoop Dogg has joined the voice cast of animated film “Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk”.

    The rapper has been cast alongside Jennifer Hudson and will.i.am in the upcoming animated film.

    The John D. Eraklis-directed film is set in New York City and tells the story of Pierre, who was born out of a relationship between a hawk and a pigeon.

    In a bid to find himself, Pierre – who is played by Will – sets out on a journey and makes a host of new friends en route.

    His new pals include an Owl played by Jennifer and a pair of city squirrels called Scratch and Sniff, played by Snoop and comedy star Keenan Thompson.

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    The upcoming movie actually features a host of big-name stars, including the likes of Jennifer Coolidge, Luis Guzman, Evan Ross, and Ashlee Simpson.

    The musically-driven project is being produced by Ciaran Crampton and Chase Muratore.

    Meanwhile, Snoop previously claimed that his self-belief and hard work have been the secrets to his success.

    The chart-topping star – who is one of the best known musicians in the world today – thanked himself after receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018.

    “I want to thank me for believing in me,” he said at the time. “I want to thank me for doing all this hard work. I want to thank me for having no days off. I want to thank me for never quitting. I want to thank me for always being a giver, and trying to give more than I receive. I want to thank me for trying to do more right than wrong.”

    “I want to thank me for just being me at all times.”

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    'The Masked Singer' Recap: Bulldog's Real Identity Shocks Everyone

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    The new episode sees performances from Group B finalists including Black Swan, Chameleon, Piglet and Crab with this season’s third Wildcard contestant Bulldog joining him.

    Apr 8, 2021

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    “The Masked Singer” returned with a new episode on Wednesday, April 7. The night featured performances from Group B finalists including Black Swan, Chameleon, Piglet and Crab. Joining them as this season’s third Wildcard contestant was Bulldog.

    Kicking off the night was Black Swan, who belted out Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know”. She impressed the coaches with her runs, prompting Jenny McCarthy to think that Black Swan was “Hannah Montana” star Emily Osment as her clues included “Hannah Montana”. Ken Jeong guessed Brenda Song, while Robin Thicke named Victoria Justice.

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    Following it up was Piglet. Piglet took the stage to sing Lukas Graham’s “7 Years”. As for the clue package, Piglet revealed a meaningful object which was a necklace of two dog tags. Nicole Scherzinger thought Piglet might be Backstreet Boys’ Kevin Richardson, while Jenny thought he was his bandmate AJ McLean. Zayn Malik’s name was also thrown into the mix.

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    Crab then performed a gorgeous rendition of Rick James’ “Give It to Me Baby”. His meaningful object was a black bowler hat that he said was inspired by Sammy Davis, Jr. Jenny and Ken believed that Crab was Bobby Brown. Jenny, however, also added that Martin Lawrence might be the one behind the mask.

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    Performing next was Chameleon, who opted to sing Dead Prez’s classic hit “Hip Hop”. “I’m always cooking something in the kitchen,” he said after revealing a plate of chicken wings as his meaningful object clue. Nicole guessed Waka Flocka Flame, Robin named Wiz Khalifa, while Jenny guessed Texas-born rapper Machine Gun Kelly.

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    It was then Bulldog’s turn to show off his talent. He sang New Edition’s “Candy Girl” which he dedicated to temporary host Niecy Nash.

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    Much to everyone’s surprise, Niecy announced that the votes would not count that night. She added that that she would be the one to determine who would be eliminated. She then named Bulldog as the one singer who needed to go home. Before that, he unmasked himself and he was revealed to be longtime “Masked Singer” host Nick Cannon. Nick shared he had finished his COVID-19 quarantine and is preparing his return for the show.

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    Rege-Jean Page Admits Reports About Him Losing 'Krypton' Role Due to Skin Color 'Hurt'

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    After a representative of former DC Entertainment President and Chief Creative Officer Geoff Johns offers clarification regarding the story, the ‘Bridgerton’ alum claims it still ‘hurts no less now than it did back then.’

    Apr 8, 2021

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    Rege-Jean Page has responded to reports about him losing a role on “Krypton” because of his race. One day after he was unveiled to have been rejected from the Syfy series because he is black, the former “Bridgerton” star admitted the news still “hurts” him.

    “Hearing about these conversations hurts no less now than it did back then. The clarifications almost hurt more tbh,” the 31-year-old hunk wrote on Twitter on Wednesday, April 7. “Still just doing my thing. Still we do the work. We still fly.”

    Rege-Jean Page responded to reports about him losing a role on ‘Krypton’ due to his race.

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    Page has since received supportive comments from his online devotees. One in particular replied, “They did no Justice even when it was a Superman show. You deserved better. Glad you has a second chance to shine.” Another penned, “This is DC’s loss! Really bad decision. Frankly, they don’t deserve you and ‘Krypton’ will not be on my ‘to see’ list. Bigger and better…bring it on!”

    Page’s post came after The Hollywood Reporter published an article that claimed he was passed over to play Superman’s grandfather on the Syfy series due to his skin color. Former DC Entertainment President and Chief Creative Officer Geoff Johns allegedly argued that “Superman could not have a Black grandfather.” He also reportedly shut down an idea to make character Adam Strange gay or bisexual on the show.

    Johns’ representative, however, has denied the claims via email. “[Johns] celebrates and supports LGTBQ characters, including ‘Batwoman’, who in 2006 was re-introduced as LGBTQ in a comic-book series co-written by Johns,” the rep first pointed out.

    The representative further noted, “Johns also pitched Warners on developing a television show around the first LGBTQ lead DC superhero television series.” As for why Page did not get the role, the rep explained that “Johns believed that fans wanted the character to look like a young Henry Cavill.”

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    Brooke Baldwin Takes Issue With Gender Pay Disparity at CNN Amid Departure

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    The 41-year-old journalist, who left her longtime employer after 13 years, reveals in a new interview that ‘the most influential anchors on [her] network [and] the highest-paid, are men.’

    Apr 8, 2021

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    Brooke Baldwin has unveiled one of the reasons why she left CNN. The journalist, who is departing from the network after 13 years, admitted that she took issue with its gender pay disparity.

    The 41-year-old made the revelation when speaking on Ms. Magazine’s “On The Issues With Michele Goodwin” podcast. “I’ve been anchoring for 10-plus years, the majority of that time two hours in the afternoon. And in that time, you know, the most influential anchors on our network [and] the highest-paid, are men,” she first spilled.

    “My bosses, my executives are men. The person who oversees CNN Dayside is a man, and my executive producer for 10 years is a man. So, I have been surrounded by a lot of men,” she further divulged. “I do think it is changing, I know it is changing just by looking at some of the faces that are popping up more and more on our channel… but oftentimes, especially early on … I was surrounded by a lot of dudes.”

    Brooke, who hosts the afternoon segment of “CNN Newsroom”, also claimed that she does personally “fight for women’s stories.” Despite getting “told no a lot,” she said that she managed to overcome such setbacks.

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    “Little by little, by having women in places of power – and I would argue behind-the-scenes, not just in front, but behind-the-scenes – that is how you then have stories that reflect who they are,” she further shared. “It’s getting better but we still have a bit of a ways to go.”

    Brooke announced her departure from CNN in February. “For a decade, I’ve never taken for granted the enormous responsibility and privilege I’ve had to work with some of the most talented producers and photojournalists out there as we covered our era’s most urgent and important stories,” she declared while on-air.

    “Conflicts, terrorism, environmental and natural disasters, the wrath of gun violence, human interest stories and royal weddings, my ‘American Woman’ series, social justice movements that define our culture and a pandemic that changed the world… and politics,” she went on. “Lots of politics.”

    “I am grateful for your loyalty and passion for the world we cover,” Brooke concluded. “The next chapter of life will be focused on what I love the most about my work, amplifying the lives of extraordinary Americans and putting my passion for storytelling to good use.”

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    Sylvester Stallone Won't Return for 'Creed 3'

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    The original ‘Rocky’ actor will not reprise his role for the upcoming third installment which will become the directorial debut for the Creed depicter Michael B. Jordan.

    Apr 8, 2021

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    Sylvester Stallone will not appear in the third “Creed” movie.

    The 74-year-old actor created the character of Rocky Balboa in the 1970s and previously played a starring role in the first two “Creed” films – but a spokesperson for the actor told The Hollywood Reporter he’ll be absent from the upcoming movie – although no additional explanation was offered.

    Stallone first appeared as the underdog fighter in 1976’s “Rocky” and subsequently established the character as one of the most iconic in recent cinema history.

    He reprised the role for the “Creed” franchise as Rocky became a mentor to Michael B. Jordan’s character, Adonis ‘Donnie’ Creed.

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    In fact, his performance in the first “Creed” movie led to an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor, as both of the “Creed” movies proved to be critical and commercial successes.

    Jordan is confirmed to take double duty for the upcoming third installment. The film, which is scheduled to hit cinema screens at the end of 2022, will be his directorial debut.

    “Directing has always been an aspiration, but the timing had to be right,” he said. “Creed III is that moment – a time in my life where I’ve grown more sure of who I am, holding agency in my own story, maturing personally, growing professionally, and learning from the Greats like Ryan Coogler, most recently Denzel Washington, and other top tier directors I respect. All of which sets the table for this moment.”

    This franchise and in particular the themes of Creed III are deeply personal to me. I look forward to sharing the next chapter of Adonis Creed’s story with the awesome responsibility of being its director and namesake.”

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    Daniel Craig Allegedly Set to Earn Over $100 Million for Two 'Knives Out' Sequels

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    The ‘No Time to Die’ actor is expected to receive a huge earning from his deal with Netflix after being signed on for two more installments with director Rian Johnson.

    Apr 8, 2021

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    Daniel Craig is reportedly set to cash in more than $100 million (£72 million) after signing on for two “Knives Out” sequels.

    It was reported earlier this week (beg06Apr21) that Craig will be reprising his role as quirky detective Benoit Blanc for two follow-up films to the 2019 hit, with Rian Johnson on board to return as writer/director.

    And while sources said at the time that the deal was worth over $400 million (£290 million), insiders told The Hollywood Reporter that Netflix paid a staggering $429 million (£311 million) to be able to exclusively stream both movies.

    The new report also stated how the money will be divided – with Daniel, Rian, and his producing partner Ram earning more than $100 million each for the next two films.

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    Rian is also said to have been given full creative control over the movies.

    “Yes, it’s overpaying, but Netflix is playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers,” an insider told the outlet. “It takes a proven theatrical commodity off the board and puts it in their pocket. And it’s another way they re-educate audiences to think of streaming and their company above a studio.”

    The original “Knives Out” was made for $40 million (£29 million) and went on to earn over $311 million (£225.6 million) at the international box office.

    The plot is still kept under wrap, but Daniel Craig won’t reunite with his onscreen family in the upcoming “Knives Out 2”.

    “The Thromby family is in family counseling and the therapist suggested they stay away from Benoit Blanc in the future,” recently tweeted Jamie Lee Curtis who starred in the first one.

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    Kanye West Documentary Series Allegedly Cost Netflix Over $30 Million

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    A series chronicling the life and career of the ‘Jesus Is King’ rapper is in the works at Netflix and the streaming giant reportedly spent more than $30 million on the project.

    Apr 8, 2021

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    A multi-part documentary series about Kanye West’s life and career is reportedly set to land on Netflix this year.

    According to Billboard, the streaming giant spent “upwards of $30 million (£22 million)” on the series though this has not been confirmed.

    The currently untitled project is being helmed by music video producing pair Clarence ‘Coodie’ Simmons and Chike Ozah, who were behind the hip-hop superstar and Yeezy founder’s 2004 promos for “Jesus Walks (Version 3)” and “Through the Wire”.

    Fans can expect to see never-before-seen footage of the rapper in the doc, which follows his career in music and fashion, his 2020 presidential bid, and will touch on the tragic death of his mother, Donda West.

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    The series is said to have been in the works for two decades and, while the “Stronger” hitmaker is not working on the production himself, he has given his seal of approval.

    Coodie and Chike’s Creative Control have joined forces with TIME Studios on the series, who distributed the 2018 Aretha Franklin concert film “Amazing Grace”.

    The documentary news comes amid the 43-year-old star’s divorce from Kim Kardashian West.

    In February (21), the “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” star filed to end her six-year marriage to the “Famous” hitmaker – with whom she has North, seven, Saint, five, Chicago, three, and 22-month-old Psalm – citing “irreconcilable differences” as the reason behind their split.

    Kim began dating the “Heartless” rapper in 2012 and the couple had their first child in 2013 before tying the knot in 2014.

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    Piers Morgan Calls Out Sheryl Underwood for Defending George Lopez in 2017

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    The former TV host also previously slammed Meghan Markle, calling her ‘delusional duchess’ while insisting that she lied about her claims against the British royals in her interview with Oprah Winfrey.

    Apr 7, 2021

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    Piers Morgan is taking aim at “The Talk” co-host Sheryl Underwood. During his appearance on Extra TV, the former “Good Morning Britain” host called for the firing of Sheryl after his pal Sharon Osbourne was fired from “The Talk” for defending him.

    “[Sharon] was attacked on her own show by her co-host who said that that effectively was her supporting someone who said racist things. And when Sharon got annoyed and said, ‘What did he say that was racist,’ they couldn’t say anything because I never have,” Piers ranted. “Now, Sharon’s gone, too. I look at this Cancel Culture, it’s a real thing. This woke mob want to cancel people who do not follow the narrative.”

    He then brought up the time when Sheryl defended George Lopez, a Latino comedian who made offensive jokes about a black woman in the audience in a 2017 performance. “There’s a real hypocrisy at the top as well, involving Sheryl Underwood, because four years ago, it was revealed after Sharon was forced out of her job for defending somebody who hadn’t said racist things, a video emerged of Sheryl Underwood defending George Lopez, the Latino comedian,” Piers noted.

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    “You would think that Sheryl Underwood, who is so outraged by people saying racist things, that she even imagines them saying when they haven’t, but when she was confronted with clear evidence on video of her good friend George Lopez saying racist things and abusing a young black woman who then had to leave a venue, that Sheryl would be outraged, but she wasn’t,” Piers continued.

    During the interview, Piers also slammed Meghan Markle, calling her “delusional duchess” while insisting that she lied about her claims against the British royals in her interview with Oprah Winfrey. “You’re accusing people in the palace of being unspeakably cruel simply to protect the brand of the Royal family. If that is true, let’s have the names of these people, and let’s go to them and ask them is this true,” he challenged the Duchess of Sussex. “Did you tell a suicidal woman who told you she was suicidal she was not allowed to get help? Because I find that impossible to believe.”

    Still refusing to believe what Meghan and Prince Harry said in the bombshell tell-all, Piers added, “There are so many ridiculous whoppers in this interview that frankly, in the end, saying I would believe her would be like saying I believe Pinocchio. Why would I? It’s not really about Meghan Markle – she’s a delusional duchess who wants to make millions off the royals while trashing family. It’s really about free speech.”

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