Actor Mark Margolis, best known for his Emmy-nominated performance in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," has passed away at the age of 83. His manager Robert Kolker described him as a "lifelong friend" and his son Morgan Margolis said he was an "incredibly talented actor and an even better father." Margolis' career spanned decades and included appearances in films such as "Scarface," "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective," and "American Horror Story: Asylum."
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The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has announced that no charges will be filed against rapper Cardi B after an incident at a recent performance in which she threw a microphone into the crowd. The incident occurred after a drink was thrown on stage, and a woman filed a police report claiming she had been struck by the microphone. After a thorough review and consultation with the Clark County District Attorney's Office, the police department determined that there was insufficient evidence to file charges.
Grammy-winning artist Lizzo has responded to allegations of sexual harassment and a hostile work environment in an Instagram post, calling them "unbelievable" and "outrageous". The lawsuit, filed by three former dancers, claims that Lizzo's company and dance team captain pressured dancers to engage with nude performers in Amsterdam and put them on stricter rules than other tour members. Lizzo said she usually chooses not to respond to false allegations, but felt it was necessary to address these. The lawsuit is ongoing.
Leah Remini, best known for her role in the sitcom “King of Queens”, has filed a lawsuit against the Church of Scientology and its leader, David Miscavige, alleging that she has been threatened, harassed, and stalked for the past decade. The lawsuit seeks injunctive relief to end the Church's policies against Suppressive Persons, so that current and former Scientologists, and others who wish to expose Scientology's abuses, may feel free to do so without fear of being threatened into silence. The Church of Scientology has yet to comment on the lawsuit.
The governing district of Walt Disney World, now controlled by appointees of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has abolished diversity, equity and inclusion programs, as well as initiatives that awarded contracts based on goals of achieving racial or gender parity. The district's new administrator, Glenton Gilzean, expressed his disappointment with the decision, noting that such initiatives are important for creating a more equitable and inclusive environment. Critics argue that these programs are essential for promoting fairness and equality in the workplace.
Celebrities such as Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Meryl Streep, Oprah Winfrey, George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have come together to support union members on strike, donating over $15 million to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Emergency Financial Assistance Program. The donations will provide much-needed financial assistance to those affected, and the Foundation is grateful for the generous support of these A-list celebrities.
After nearly 100 days of striking, Hollywood writers and producers have finally agreed to reopen negotiations. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have been in a stalemate since early May, when 11,500 film and TV writers began striking for more equitable wages and working conditions. Carol Lombardini, the studio negotiator, has requested a meeting for Friday to discuss the possibility of resuming negotiations, marking the first sign of movement in the dispute. The meeting does not guarantee a resolution, but it is a positive step forward in the process and hopefully will lead to a beneficial agreement for both sides.
Grammy award-winning singer Lizzo is facing a lawsuit from three of her former dancers, who allege that they were subjected to a hostile work environment and sexual harassment. The plaintiffs claim that Lizzo and her management team created a toxic work environment, including "debauchery" and racially biased taunts, and that the captain of Lizzo’s dance team made them feel uncomfortable. The plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages, as well as an injunction to prevent Lizzo and her management team from engaging in similar conduct in the future. Lizzo’s representatives have not yet commented on the lawsuit.