American actor, producer, screenwriter and philanthropist
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has reported modest increases in his music royalties, earning $1,643 in 2025. His income primarily comes from his salary as a state Assembly member, with additional earnings from his past music career. His tax filings reveal a total joint income of about $145,000, with a significant salary increase now that he is mayor.
Sony Pictures is moving forward with a new Resident Evil film from Zach Cregger, presenting an original story set in the game universe. The release follows CinemaCon teasers and introduces Bryan as the protagonist on a survivalist night, with a supporting cast including Paul Walter Hauser and Kali Reis. The project aims to stay true to the spirit of the games while avoiding direct adaptation.
Pulitzer-winning historian Gordon S. Wood has died at 92 after being struck by a car in a Rhode Island supermarket parking lot. He has shaped modern understandings of the American Revolution, influencing how scholars view slavery, liberty, and the founding era.
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is being released as his most ambitious film to date, shot entirely on IMAX cameras. The cast includes Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland. The Guardian notes the epic scale, cost, and use of real-world props, with Nolan insisting on in-camera effects. The Independent highlights Holland’s comments on set challenges and the film’s July 17, 2026 release.