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May- 2024 -22 May
‘Jurassic World’ Officially Confirms Death of Legacy Character in Upcoming Sequel
The upcoming Jurassic World sequel just killed off a main character. For the first time in Jurassic history, a lead protagonist has been killed off. While we've seen plenty of good guys meet grisly fates throughout the film series (Robert Muldoon in Jurassic Park, Eddie Carr in The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Udesky in Jurassic Park III, and Simon Masrani in Jurassic World), we've never seen one of
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22 May
Disney Officially Cancels Elton John
In 1994, Disney released its newest animated film, The Lion King, which told the story of a young lion cub named Simba. Simba was set to become King of the Pride Lands, following in the paw prints of his father, Mufasa. But when Mufasa is killed in a stampede, Simba runs away, thinking it is his fault. However, Simba is forced to return to the Pride Lands when he learns his evil uncle, Scar, has t
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22 May
Kevin Costner Breaks the News on ‘Yellowstone’ Cancellation, Unexpected Premature End
Kevin Costner, the iconic actor known for his portrayal of John Dutton in Yellowstone, recently shared his thoughts on the unexpected early conclusion of the beloved series. Yellowstone has captivated audiences since its premiere in 2018, chronicling the Dutton family's fierce battle to preserve their sprawling Montana ranch against various threats. With the series approaching its premature end, C
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22 May
Disney Shuts Down Banned Ear Seller in Federal Lawsuit
It's been over a year since Christopher Martin and his wife, Hannah, received a lifetime ban from the Walt Disney World Resort. Their crime was selling unauthorized Disney World merchandise on their Facebook page and inside Disney Parks. It's not unusual for small souvenir shops to sell Disney World merchandise, but what made Christopher Martin different was his brazen disregard for Disney and it
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22 May
‘American Idol’ No More: Hit Show Says Final Goodbye
American Idol has been one of the most popular shows on prime time television for decades now. American Idol premiered in 2002 on the Fox network. Created by Simon Fuller and developed by Simon Cowell, the original judging panel consisted of Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell. The show quickly became a cultural sensation, drawing millions of viewers each week and achieving some of the hi
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22 May
Johnny Depp Spotted on Disney Set, ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’ Confirmed
After a myriad of controversial breakups, new developments point to Johnny Depp's potential return to the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Johnny Depp's role in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise not only solidified his status as a cinematic icon but also captivated audiences worldwide, making the character synonymous with the franchise and Captain Jack Sparrow character for decades to come
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21 May
“Well That is Life:” Disney Fans Defend “Entitled” Vloggers Who Cut Ahead of Toddler
In a video that has since gone viral, a mom shared a video of her toddler who is “barely two” being cut in line for the attraction Luigi's Rollickin' Roadsters at Cars Land, Disney California Adventure Park in Disneyland Resort by “rude” and “entitled” Disney vloggers; but many Disney adults seemed to side with, and defend, the vloggers rather than the child. Wa
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21 May
“I Better Consider Whether It’s Worth It”: Disney Adults Speak on the Disney Experience
Nobody defends the quintessential Disney experience more than Disney adults…But honestly? We can't say we blame them! There's nothing quite like going to a Disney park. Whether it's one like Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World Resort or it's Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park in Disneyland Resort, Disney fans from all over the world all grasp at the chance to enjoy the
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21 May
‘It’s a Demon,’ Disney Accused of Pushing Satanic Agenda
Over the last few years, Disney has been accused of many unsavory things. During his failed presidential run, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis accused Disney of sexualizing and grooming children. Disney has also been accused of pushing “woke” ideology through its DEI initiatives and inclusion policies. But now, Disney has a new accusation slung at it: pushing a Satanic agenda. A social media user too
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21 May
Dolly Parton Waves Goodbye to Iconic Career, Drunken Tribute Addressed: “PTSD”
More news has surfaced regarding singer Elle King's Dolly Parton “tribute” from earlier this year, and we now better understand what happened then. Dolly Parton is an American treasure. Few in the world would disagree with that statement and sentiment. With her down-to-earth nature, flamboyant style, and iconic career as a performer, she has won the hearts and minds of so many American
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