Drew Barrymore has announced that her talk show will not be returning due to backlash from her decision to resume production amid the Hollywood writers strike. Rosie O'Donnell shared an essay from Elizabeth Grey on her Instagram page which suggested Barrymore should stop asking audiences to cross the picket line. CBS Media Ventures voiced their support for Barrymore's decision to reverse course and respect the strike.
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Jann Wenner, co-founder of Rolling Stone magazine and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has been removed from the Hall of Fame's Board of Directors following comments he made that were seen as disparaging towards Black and female musicians. The Hall of Fame released a statement saying they are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all music fans and will not tolerate any form of discrimination or bigotry. They have yet to announce who will replace Wenner on the Board of Directors.
Russell Brand, a British actor and comedian, has denied allegations of rape, sexual assault and abusive behavior following a joint investigation by multiple UK-based news outlets. Brand has stated that all of his relationships have been consensual, and has called for more support for survivors of sexual assault in the past. The investigation includes allegations from four women and Channel 4 has released a trailer for its upcoming special on the investigation.
Republican Representative Lauren Boebert has apologized for her disruptive behavior at a performance of the musical “Beetlejuice” in Denver, Colorado last Sunday, which included vaping, singing, and using phones. Surveillance video from the theater showed Boebert vaping at her seat, and her team had to promise that she would stop her “weirdo” behavior in the lead up to the 2024 campaign. In a statement released on Friday, Boebert acknowledged her actions and apologized, reminding all that disruptive behavior in public places is not acceptable and that everyone should take responsibility for their actions.
Ashton Kutcher has resigned as Chairman of the Board of Thorn, an organization he co-founded to combat child sex abuse, after acknowledging that victims of sexual abuse have been historically silenced. Kutcher and his wife Mila Kunis will remain dedicated to the cause and continue to support Thorn in any way they can. Thorn's CEO Julie Cordua thanked Kutcher for his dedication and said that his resignation will not affect Thorn's mission.
Drew Barrymore has recently come under fire for resuming production on her show "The Drew Barrymore Show" without her writers, despite initially expressing solidarity with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike for better pay and regulations for artificial intelligence on-screen. In a tearful apology, Barrymore admitted that her decision was difficult, and expressed her hope that the situation will be resolved soon. The strike has been ongoing for over five months, and the WGA has yet to reach an agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP).
After 27 years of marriage, Australian actors Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness have announced their decision to separate. They expressed gratitude for the time they have shared together and asked for privacy as their family navigates this transition. Jackman is best known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, while Furness is an accomplished actress and producer.
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert was caught on video vaping inside a Denver theater during a performance of "Beetlejuice", despite multiple patrons asking her to stop. Her team initially denied the incident, but the security footage appears to contradict this, sparking criticism from both sides of the aisle. It remains to be seen if any further action will be taken against the congresswoman.