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Report: Caitlyn Jenner to Join 'Sex and the City' Revival as Kim Cattrall Is Not Returning
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The report arrives a week after Sarah Jessica Parker confirmed that a revival of the fan-favorite show was in the works, featuring her, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis.
Jan 18, 2021
AceShowbiz – While fans of “Sex and the City” won’t be seeing Kim Cattrall on the upcoming revival “And Just Like That…”, it seems like there will be one new face joining Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis. If a new report is to be believed, Caitlyn Jenner is in talks to join the reboot in a cameo role.
The Mirror reported that the bosses of the HBO show wanted the transgender icon on the new show to make it more diverse following the criticism that the original series and films were inclusive. “Caitlyn has been a media fixture in one way or another for going on 50 years. She’s really perfect for an appearance,” a source told the outlet.
The insider added, “They want new faces for the show, but they want people viewers actually know and care about too.”See also…
The rumors arrive a week after Sarah confirmed that a revival of “Sex and the City” was in the works, featuring her, Cynthia and Kristin reprising their roles as Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbs and Charlotte York respectively. In response to a troll accusing Sarah of hating Kim as the latter wasn’t involved on the revival, Sarah set the record straight, “No. I don’t dislike her. I’ve never said that. Never would. [Kim’s character] Samantha isn’t part of this story. But she will always be part of us. No matter where we are or what we do.”
Kim previously explained why she wasn’t interested in reprising her role in a third “Sex and the City” film, which has since been scrapped. “I can’t. My heart isn’t in it anymore,” the 61-year-old actress shared in an Instagram comment. “I’ve moved on. 61 isn’t 53 or 41.”
“I have learned so much from Sam,” the “Mannequin” actress said of her character Samantha Jones on the fan-favorite HBO show, which has spanned two movies. “She was my hero but I want to rest & not work as much as I have been doing for years. I want a less hectic life. My decision reflects where I am in my life & I can’t change that without being unhappy. I hope you’ll understand.”You can share this post!
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Tilda Swinton, Pharrell Williams, Keira Knightley Tapped for New Podcast Series
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The ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ actress, the Neptunes member, and the ‘Pride and Prejudice’ star are among the creative voices taking part in intimate conversations for Chanel’s podcast series.
Jan 17, 2021
AceShowbiz – Tilda Swinton, Keira Knightley, and Edward Enninful are among the contributors on Chanel’s new podcast series, “Chanel Connects”.
The luxury brand, which previously ventured into the podcast world in 2017 with their 3.55 series, will take on issues ranging from dance and spirituality to gaming, and the events of the past year.
Other stars to participate in the series including Pharrell Williams, director Lulu Wang, and artist and filmmaker Arther Jafa.
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In Keira’s episode, titled “The New Heroines”, she discusses the importance of empathy in today’s culture, explaining, “We need diverse voices. I think culture is there for escapism, obviously, but mostly it’s there so that you walk in other people’s shoes and you see the world through different people’s eyes.”
Meanwhile, Pharrell takes on the episode “Imagining New Worlds” and talks about how the world has become dependent on technology.
“We’re just too massively distracted by, you know, our assistants. Everyone has a personal assistant: It’s called your phone and it has never told you no,” he mused. “It tells you yes for everything. Our phones have made us incredibly dependent on the word yes. And because of that, we’ve become opportunistic.”
Director Lulu Wang discussed storytelling in “The New Heroines”. She said, “I do believe that art is essential and I think that stories are essential. And so how do I contribute my voice to that landscape in a way that is essential, you know? And so I’m just much more thoughtful, even more than I was before of my role in an industry where 99% of the people don’t look like me and don’t bring the perspective I bring…. Now I’m much more thoughtful about, how do I not just have a seat at their table? How do I build tables? You know, how do I bring other people? And it’s also all about community.”
The eight episodes of “Chanel Connects” are available to listen to now, on all major podcast platforms.You can share this post!
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Ethan Hawke Joins Marvel's 'Moon Knight' as Villain
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The ‘Boyhood’ actor has been tapped to play the main baddie as he joins the cast ensemble of the upcoming Marvel series which will be fronted by Oscar Isaac.
Jan 17, 2021
AceShowbiz – Actor Ethan Hawke is heading to the dark side to portray the villain in the upcoming TV adaptation of Marvel’s “Moon Knight”.
Oscar Isaac was previously tapped to take on the titular lead and his alter ego, Marc Spector – an elite soldier and mercenary who fights crime after he becomes a vessel for Khonshu, the Egyptian god of the moon. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hawke is expected to play his onscreen nemesis in the new show.
Marvel Studios bosses have declined to comment on the news and it’s unknown which villain Hawke will portray. However, in the comics the Disney+ series will be based on, Moon Knight’s main rival is Bushman, a fellow mercenary-turned-terrorist.See also…
“The Umbrella Academy” co-creator Jeremy Slater is in charge of developing the project, which is expected to begin production in Budapest, Hungary in March (21).
The project is just one of the many series in development at the Mouse House streaming service following the conclusion of Phase Three of Marvel Cinematic Universe. Phase Three started with “Captain America: Civil War” in 2016 and ended with “Spider-Man: Far From Home” in 2019.
The other projects include “WandaVision” starring Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany, “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” starring Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan, “Loki” starring Tom Hiddleston, “What If…?” starring Jeffrey Wright, “Ms. Marvel” starring Iman Vellani, “Hawkeye” with Jeremy Renner set to reprise his role and Hailee Steinfeld added in the supporting role, and “She-Hulk” with Tatiana Maslany attached to play the main heroine.You can share this post!
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'T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle' to Feature LeToya Luckett and Tommicus Walker's Divorce Drama
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The ‘Here We Go Again’ actress and Tommicus’ marriage crumbled down following cheating allegations leveled at him as someone claimed to have videos of their alleged affair.
Jan 16, 2021
AceShowbiz – Fans will be offered more details about LeToya Luckett and Tommicus Walker’s marital drama in the upcoming season of “T.I. & Tiny: Friends & Family Hustle”. According to a new report, the pair’s divorce will play out in season 4 of the VH1 reality show.
The new outing allegedly will cover the pair’s ugly breakup, theJasmineBRAND reports. While other details are still scarce, season four of T.I. and Tiny’s (Tameka Cottle) reality show is scheduled to premiere in the spring.
LeToya and Tommicus’ marriage crumbled down following cheating allegations leveled at him as someone claimed to have videos of their alleged affair. Tommicus, however, denied the accusation, insisting, “For the record, I NEVER STEPPED OUT ON MY WIFE.” He then clapped back at “friends and family” who “didn’t like him,” writing, “And for ALL the friends and family that’s saying ‘I didn’t like him anyways’ guess what, I didn’t like yo stanky a** either!!”See also…
LeToya, meanwhile, announced their divorce on Instagram on Monday, January 11. “After very prayerful consideration, Tommicus and I have decided to get a divorce. It is my deepest desire for us to be loving co-parents and keep a peaceful environment out of respect for our children,” she shared before asking public to give them privacy and thanking fans “in advance for your prayers, support, & space to heal as we tread through this challenging time.”
Tommicus hinted that their relationship remains cordial in his statement. “We remain committed to our family as co-parents and we ask that you please respect our privacy and the safety of our children at this time. We happily remain committed as caring friends with great love and respect for one another,” he wrote.
The now-exes tied the knot on December 10, 2017. The pair share two kids together, daughter Gianna and son Tyson Wolf Walker.You can share this post!
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Jennifer Coolidge Rules Out Any Possibility of Replacing Kim Cattrall in 'Sex and the City' Reboot
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The ‘Legally Blonde’ actress has responded to fans’ calls to have her take over the role of Samantha Jones in the upcoming limited TV series ‘And Just Like That…’
Jan 16, 2021
AceShowbiz – Actress Jennifer Coolidge has dismissed calls from fans to have her step in as Kim Cattrall’s replacement in the upcoming “Sex and the City” reboot.
Cattrall will not be reprising her role as sex-obsessed publicist Samantha Jones for the highly-anticipated revival on U.S. streaming service HBO Max, and some devotees have suggested the “Legally Blonde” star would be an ideal candidate to tackle the character.
However, Coolidge has no interest in taking over the role made famous by Cattrall and would rather the part isn’t re-cast.
During an appearance on U.S. talk show “Watch What Happens Live” with Andy Cohen, she said, “I was a huge, and still am a huge, Sex and the City fan. It’s one of those shows you can just watch the reruns and never get tired of them.”See also…
“But I have to say I am such a Kim Cattrall fan, and I don’t see anyone being able to replace her in that part. It was just the perfect (portrayal)… I don’t think you can replace her.”
Titled, “And Just Like That…”, the limited 10-episode series will reunite Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Kristin Davis onscreen as viewers catch up with their characters 20 years on from the original run.
Parker, known for her leading role as Carrie Bradshaw, recently explained Jones “isn’t part of this story,” telling fans online, “We have some new stories to tell. We are excited.”
Production on “And Just Like That…” is set to begin in New York this spring (21).
Darren Star’s TV adaptation of Candace Bushnell’s book ran for 94 episodes on HBO between 1998 and 2004. Two movies followed in 2008 and 2010, but a third film was abandoned following Cattrall’s decision not to take part.You can share this post!
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Freida Pinto to Play Real-Life War Hero in New Series 'Spy Princess'
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The ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ actress is set to play the first female wireless operator in the upcoming television series about a real-life World War Two hero.
Jan 16, 2021
AceShowbiz – “Slumdog Millionaire” star Freida Pinto’s labour of love TV project about World War Two spy Noor Inayat Khan has been given the green light.
The actress will play the first female wireless operator in “Spy Princess”. She will also executive produce the adaptation of Shrabani Basu’s “Spy Princess: The Life of Noor Inayat Khan”.
“Noor was a fierce and amazing woman, the most unlikely heroine of World War Two,” Pinto says. “Sending women to the front line is controversial even now. Then it was unthinkable. Sending a Sufi mystic, who won’t use a gun, daughter of a long-haired Indian guru who preaches love and peace – ridiculous!”See also…
“But Noor thrives, not in spite of her differences, but because of them. Her struggle to reconcile her values with the desire to find her own path and with her complex sense of duty, is something I am so excited to explore and to recreate.”
And Freida is very impressed with screenwriter Olivia Hetreed’s adaptation, adding, “Olivia has crafted Noor’s story into something very powerful, thrilling and extremely relevant. Noor is unlike all the other female superheroes, warriors and bada** women I see in film and TV, who train so hard and are so great with all the physical stuff, almost leaving us mere mortals to believe that courage means being good at everything.”
“Noor has a quiet strength that she’s not entirely aware of. Alone in Paris, she lives and loves more intensely in a few months than most of us do in a lifetime, helping establish the Secret Armies of the Resistance who will rise up on D-Day, astonishing the men who said she should never have been sent to the front line.”
Hetreed, who co-wrote the screenplay for “Girl With a Pearl Earring”, adds, “At a time when conflicts about race, identity and patriotism have a new and frightening energy, Noor’s character and her nail-biting story of hair’s-breadth escapes and life and death choices, offer us the picture of a heroine who defies every prejudice and stereotype.”You can share this post!
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