Back in 1998, I was hoping for a gritty, dark vampire movie with Wesley Snipes as Blade. But if New Line Cinema had their way, we would have gotten a white Blade in a cowboy hat cracking jokes instead. It’s a lesson from Hollywood history about the risks of studio meddling. Even the producers of this film couldn’t resist falling back on some tired tropes.
Since his debut as Troy Bolton, the charming and good-looking teenager who was torn between basketball and musical theater in “High School Musical” on the Disney Channel, Zac Efron has captured the hearts of viewers. Over time, he’s expanded his acting portfolio into a diverse range, featuring roles in movies like the lively musicals “Hairspray” and “The Greatest Showman”, hilarious comedies such as “Neighbors”, and even the emotional wrestling drama “The Iron Claw”. Despite initially being typecast as a Disney teen star, he has proven himself to be a skilled actor.
Warning: SPOILERS for Deadpool & Wolverine are ahead!
Since joining Saturday Night Live in 2018, Ego Nwodim has had the opportunity to work with numerous hosts, resulting in a treasure trove of amusing and remarkable anecdotes. After collaborating on jokes with various celebrities for weeks, it’s no wonder that Nwodim has some truly wild and engaging tales to share. It’s particularly thrilling when comedy icons like Steve Martin, Maya Rudolph, or Adam Sandler return as hosts. One of the highlights in 2019 was Eddie Murphy, who graced SNL with his presence for the Christmas episode that year. Now, Nwodim is disclosing what the legendary figure shared with her when he leaned in to whisper in her ear.
Actress Taapsee Pannu got married to her long-term partner, badminton player Mathias Boe, earlier this year in March. Currently, she is having a great time at the Paris Olympics 2024. Recently, Mathias announced his retirement as a badminton coach on Instagram, and Taapsee left a witty comment in response.