Michael Jackson’s biopic faced harsh reviews and skipped child abuse references, reigniting debates over his legacy amid new film controversy.
Alan Osmond, a founding member of The Osmonds, has died at age 76 in Utah. He has spent his final days in hospice after a week in intensive care. Osmond helped write some of the group's biggest hits and has been a prominent figure in American pop music since the 1950s.
The new Michael Jackson biopic has been released after extensive reshoots that removed references to child sexual abuse allegations due to legal restrictions. The film now focuses on Jackson's rise to fame, ending before the controversies. Despite mixed reviews, it is tracking for strong box office performance, with plans for a potential sequel to explore his full story.
Following a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, conspiracy theories have surged online from across the political spectrum, despite real-time reporting by hundreds of journalists. Experts say distrust in institutions and the entertainment value of “breadcrumbs” drive the spread, while live coverage has shut down some false narratives.
Broadway productions and new releases are reporting recouped capitalization costs across multiple shows, including a Rogers-influenced revival and a Darin-led musical. Box office trends show strong performance for the latest revivals and upcoming wide releases, with touring plans for next year.
Billie Eilish and James Cameron have co-directed a new 3D concert film, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), which captures the star’s Manchester show and backstage moments. The project marks Cameron’s first major foray into a concert-film collaboration with a pop artist, expanding the format while staying faithful to Eilish’s stage persona.