Author: Madiha Ahmed

The board of directors SAG-AFTRA’s Los Angeles Local voted overwhelmingly Tuesday – strictly along the guild’s fractious party lines – to oppose ratification of the union’s new film and TV contract. The local is the union’s largest, representing just under 50 percent of the entire membership, and just over 50 percent of all eligible voting … Continue reading SAG-AFTRA’s Los Angeles Board Votes To Reject Ratification Of New Film & TV Contract Continue Reading →

Keke Palmer may not consider herself an activist, but she’s been using her platform to speak out against racism and speak up about Black Lives Matter. For Cosmopolitan‘s “Jaugust” cover, the 26-year-old continued to use her voice as she spoke about the recent protests in the country, why she doesn’t consider herself an activist, and whether or not 26 … Continue reading Keke Palmer Urges People to “Speak Our Voice” and “Not Let Up” Continue Reading →

Prince Harry is continuing to support the fight against HIV/AIDS. On July 6, the Duke of Sussex made a virtual appearance at the 2020 AIDS conference on behalf of his Sentebale charity. Harry began his speech by emphasizing the importance of resilience within the HIV/AIDS community. “This year’s theme is resilience, something all of us around … Continue reading Prince Harry Emphasizes the Importance of Resilience in Inspiring AIDS Conference Speech Continue Reading →

Madison Bailey is making waves in Hollywood, thanks to her role as Kiara on Netflix’s Outer Banks. Between her incredible talent, her cute sense of style, and her outspokenness on mental health and LGBTQ+ issues, the 21-year-old has quickly become one to watch. Netflix still has yet to confirm a season two of Outer Banks, but based off the fact that one of … Continue reading Madison Bailey Is Cooler Than Any Outer Banks Kook, and These Facts Prove It Continue Reading →

BBC to premiere Jonathan Glazer’s ‘Strasbourg 1518’Sexy Beast director Jonathan Glazer’s latest film Strasbourg 1518 is to premiere on BBC Two on July 20. The film is part of the BBC’s Culture in Quarantine initiative, and features performances from great dancers inspired by the so-called dancing plague that broke out in Strasbourg in 1518. It was co-commissioned by … Continue reading BBC To Premiere Jonathan Glazer Film ‘Strasbourg 1518’; Rotterdam Rings The Changes; eOne Signs Free TV Deal; Barcroft Plans Gaming Show — Global Briefs Continue Reading →

When you think of political power couples, you think of people like John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy or Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. The Politician‘s power couple is the determined Payton Hobart (Ben Platt) with the effervescent Alice Charles (Julia Schlaepfer) by his side. While their relationship often takes a back seat to Payton’s political ambitions, … Continue reading Julia Schlaepfer on How The Politician Empowered Alice to Become “an Example of Strength Continue Reading →

Anyone who grew up reading the Baby-Sitters Club books has their favorite characters, but we can all admit there’s something special about Claudia Kishi. Not only did she have a killer sense of fashion and the kind of spirit that made you want to be her best friend, but she was also one of the only examples of Asian … Continue reading Famous Claudia Kishi Fans Unite to Honor Their Favorite Babysitter in Adorable Netflix Film Continue Reading →

For a musical that relies heavily on the power of words, one of the most poignant Hamilton moments comes — surprisingly — when nothing is said at all. At the end of the show (now available to stream on Disney+), the full cast performs the moving number “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story” and Alexander Hamilton’s wife Eliza … Continue reading Hamilton Fans Are Divided Over What Eliza’s Gasp Means at the End — Here Are Our Theories Continue Reading →

Michaela Coel’s impactful series I May Destroy You is a must-watch on BBC One and HBO this summer, but did you know it almost ended up on Netflix? During a recent interview with Vulture, Coel explained she was in talks to create her impactful show on the streaming service for $1 million but ran into a disagreement over ownership. … Continue reading Michaela Coel Rejected a $1 Million Deal With Netflix After They Denied Her Copyright Request Continue Reading →

No, your eyes weren’t playing tricks on you — The Umbrella Academy star Emmy Raver-Lampman really was a part of the ensemble in Disney+’s Hamilton. Raver-Lampman actually pursued musical theater during college and was a part of the original Broadway cast of Hamilton as a member of the ensemble while simultaneously understudying Angelica Schuyler, Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds, and Eliza Hamilton. … Continue reading The Rumors Are True: The Umbrella Academy’s Emmy Raver-Lampman Has an Amazing Singing Voice Continue Reading →