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May- 2024 -31 May
Scarlett Johansson Faces InGen Dinosaurs in New ‘Jurassic World 4’ Trailer
Scarlett Johansson replaces Bryce Dallas Howard in the Jurassic World 4 trailer. Jurassic World 4 (2025) is officially in production. Directed by Gareth Edwards (Godzilla, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story), it will be the seventh entry in the long-running Jurassic Park franchise that started with Steven Spielberg's 1993 sci-fi blockbuster. The project reunites several creatives from previous installme
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31 May
Elton John Canceled Original ‘Lion King’ Song, Says Disney Legend
Elton John blocked the original version of the most iconic song in The Lion King (1994), according to the Broadway star and Disney legend who was supposed to sing it. The Lion King is arguably the apex of the 1990s Disney Renaissance, which began when the desperate company hired Howard Ashman and Alan Menken to massage some life into its ailing animation arm. The Little Mermaid (1989), Beauty and
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30 May
Zoom Through Disney’s History in Clever New Viral Video
The Disneyland Resort in California is celebrating its 68th birthday this month. The iconic theme park is now very much a senior, but that hasn't stopped it from continuing to be a thriving experience for guests. The Walt Disney Company is getting pretty creative with its festivities for the milestone. In fact, one video it uploaded to social media has gone viral for its unique and clever approach
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30 May
Disney Karen Asks for Backup, Gets Dragged Instead
A wild Karen recently appeared at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The grumpy mother claimed a PhotoPass cast member ruined her experience. She shared the encounter at the theme park on social media, thinking it would spark some agreeable backup. However, all she got was a barrage of unanimously opposite opinions hurled in her direction. A Fairytale Moment Walt Disney World offers diverse
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30 May
Official: Disney Cuts ‘Star Wars: Episode I’ Title After 25 Years
The Walt Disney Company has made its fair share of controversial decisions when it comes to the Star Wars franchise. Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) was a significant milestone in cinematic history, marking the return of George Lucas to the director's chair for the first time since Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977). The film, set 32 years before the original trilogy, aimed
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30 May
Jenna Ortega’s Hit Netflix Series Confirmed To Continue Without Her Following Shock Exit
Jenna Ortega has officially exited a Netflix series that's part of one of the biggest franchises of all time. No, we aren't talking about The Addams Family spinoff (of sorts) Wednesday (2022 — present), but the brand-new animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (2024). This isn't the first time Ortega has exited a major franchise. Last year, she famously bowed out of the upcoming slasher
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30 May
Rachel Zegler Pays Tribute to Fallen ‘Mary Poppins’ Legend; “Thank You for Everything”
This week, Richard M. Sherman, a prolific and influential figure in the world of music and entertainment, passed away at the age of 95. Throughout his illustrious career, Sherman made remarkable contributions that have left an indelible mark on the industry and on Walt Disney Studios. His work alongside his brother, Robert B. Sherman, as the renowned Sherman Brothers, produced some of the most ico
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30 May
Netflix Suspends ‘The Hunger Games’ Indefinitely Amid Celebrity Lockdown
If you are a fan of The Hunger Games, we have some bad news to share. Suzanne Collins' gripping young adult novel, The Hunger Games, took the world by storm in 2008. The story, set in a dystopian future nation called Panem, captivated readers with its thrilling narrative of a teenage girl named Katniss Everdeen who volunteers to take her younger sister's place in a televised fight to the death. Th
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30 May
Massive ‘Moana 2’ Announcement Incoming From Walt Disney Company
Fans of Disney's Moana have some exciting news to look forward to. Related: ‘Back to the Future’ Reboot Confirmed With ‘Terminator’ Franchise The Walt Disney Company is preparing to have a banner year in 2024, with several highly anticipated films on the way. This summer, fans will see the continuation of Marvel's Deadpool franchise in Deadpool & Wolverine, which sees Ryan Reynold's Deadpool team
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30 May
Dolly Parton Emotionally Wrecked: Country Star Breaks Down, Shares Career-Ending News
Dolly Parton is taking a pivot with her career after announcing her retirement. Who is Dolly Parton? Dolly Parton, a name synonymous with country music, rhinestones, and boundless charisma, has carved a remarkable path through the entertainment industry for over six decades. Born in Locust Ridge, Tennessee in 1946, Parton's musical journey began at a young age. Surrounded by a family steeped in mu
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