TMZ.com Wendy Williams is already putting television in her rearview, having decided podcasting is a better fit -- but she's already lining up big names to join her ... TMZ has learned. Even though her daytime show was one of the most popular over its 13-season run, Wendy has no interest in being on TV full time right now ... according to her manager Will Selby . Gallery Launch Gallery Getty Will is executive producing Wendy's upcoming podcast, and tells us Wendy recently spoke to Snoop Dogg and Fat Joe about being guests -- as she's planning to focus more on her own personal favorites from the music world. In addition, we're told Wendy's had convos with the Kardashians, and even a member of the Trump family. Will's not saying which one, but any of them would be a huge get ... considering what's going on in Washington . TMZ.com We got Wendy in NYC back in May, and she vowed she would be back on TV , but we're … [Read more...] about Wendy Williams Podcast Planning in Full Swing, Lining Up Celebs
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‘The Batman’ Lights Up $124M Overseas For $258M Global Bow – International Box Office Update
MONDAY UPDATE, with The Batman actuals : Warner Bros/DC’s The Batman has flown even higher with actuals now counted. The international box office total for opening weekend came in at $124.2M , per the studio (up $4.2M from Sunday’s projection). Combined with domestic’s updated take of $134M through yesterday, this brings the global debut on the Robert Pattinson -starrer to $258.2M — a nearly $10M increase on the Sunday estimates. With the updated figures, like-for-like overseas comps at today’s rates have moved in The Batman ‘s favor. The opening is now 5% below The Dark Knight Rises , 14% ahead of Justice League , 48% over Wonder Woman , 50% above The Dark Knight and 152% over pandemic release Godzilla Vs Kong . There were slight shifts in individual market cumes within the Top 5 which includes the UK at a confirmed $18.1M, followed by Mexico at $12.1M, Australia at $9.3M, Brazil with $8.8M and France at $8.4M. Sunday’s … [Read more...] about ‘The Batman’ Lights Up $124M Overseas For $258M Global Bow – International Box Office Update
Jacob Latimore Says LeBron’s ‘House Party’ Reboot Will Be Delayed
It's Tricky with Raquel Harper The reboot of the iconic 90s film, "House Party," has lots of folks waiting with bated breath, but fans won't get to watch it anytime soon ... so says the star of the film, Jacob Latimore . Jacob sat down with Raq on the 'It's Tricky' podcast and talked all about the upcoming film, which is being produced by LeBron James . Jacob says, the film won't be coming out this summer. He told Raq there were some executive changes at the studio, pushing the release date back to sometime next year. Jacob says it's for the best. If you know the movie, you know the impact the film had on pop culture. Jacob says, Kid 'N Play will give their blessings to the new cast by appearing in cameo roles. It's Tricky with Raquel Harper As far as working with the LeBron, "The Chi" actor says he was in awe of his work ethic. He says seeing LeBron work crazy hours during their all-night shoots and still make time for the gym and his … [Read more...] about Jacob Latimore Says LeBron’s ‘House Party’ Reboot Will Be Delayed
Woody Allen Plans To Make “One Or Two More” Films, But “The Thrill Is Gone” Due To Decline Of Movie Theaters
In a conversation with Alec Baldwin livestreamed on Instagram, Woody Allen said he plans to direct “one or two more” films, but also said “the thrill is gone” because of the decline of the theatrical experience. Without revealing details about the project, Allen said he will direct a film that will shoot in Paris in the late-summer or early fall. His last film was Rifkin’s Festival , which grossed just $2.3 million, reaching the U.S. in a limited release earlier this year but making little impact. MPI Media Group handled that film, stepping in for Amazon Studios, which yanked its $80 million distribution deal with Allen in 2019. The filmmaker has seen his career options narrow in recent years amid increased scrutiny around allegations of sexual abuse. Book publisher Hachette also canceled publication of his memoir in 2020. Even before Covid, Allen said, the challenging environment for traditional theatrical releases was starting to weigh on him. “When I started, … [Read more...] about Woody Allen Plans To Make “One Or Two More” Films, But “The Thrill Is Gone” Due To Decline Of Movie Theaters