Johnny Depp is open to reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in the upcoming sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film, according to producer Jerry Bruckheimer, who has been in discussions with him about the project. While the film is still in development, with ongoing script changes and a focus on whether Depp likes the new material, his potential return signifies a thaw in his relationship with Disney after years apart.
Brent Hinds, the ex-guitarist of the Grammy-winning band Mastodon, died at age 51 in a motorcycle crash in Atlanta. Hinds, who co-founded the band in 2000 and claimed he was recently kicked out, also made a cameo as a "wildling" in Game of Thrones alongside his former bandmates. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreActress Sue Johnston to Reprise Role in BrooksideActress Sue Johnston will return as Sheila Grant in a special episode of Brookside to celebrate Hollyoaks' 30th anniversary. Johnston, honored as an OBE in 2009, expressed her excitement about revisiting the character, which was a significant part of her career. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreJames Gunn is planning a follow-up film to Superman while hinting at a mysterious new DCU TV series. He indicated that this sequel will involve characters already introduced and speculated it could feature a Superman/Supergirl team-up, potentially aligning with the "Super-Family" theme, as Superman approaches $600 million globally at the box office. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreLast month, award-winning singer Emily Portman received a fan message praising her new album, only to discover it was an AI-generated album titled "Orca" that mimicked her style, complete with eerily similar track titles. Portman found the experience unsettling as the AI-generated voice and instrumentation closely resembled her own folk music style. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreLegendary Scottish comedian Sir Billy Connolly, diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2013 and retired from comedy in 2018, has turned to art, releasing four limited edition pieces in his Born On A Rainy Day series. His works, inspired by memories including his time touring with Elton John, feature titles such as Sausage Tree, Sunburned, and Fly Away Peter. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe stars of "This Is Spinal Tap" are currently filming a sequel to the beloved 1980s rock mockumentary at Stonehenge, with a trailer revealing their collaboration with Elton John on a new version of their Stonehenge song. English Heritage confirmed the filming, attracting fans who spotted stars like Jamie Lee Curtis interacting with them near the historic site. Want More Context? 🔎
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