Disney's upcoming live-action remake of "Snow White" is already stirring up controversy, with lead actress Rachel Zegler at the center of it. Her comments about the film, the title princess and the Prince Charming character have resurfaced on social media, prompting criticism from fans of the original film. The remake is scheduled for release in March 2024, and it remains to be seen if the controversy will have any impact on its success.
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Michael Oher, the NFL player whose life story inspired the 2009 hit film “The Blind Side,” has filed a petition in Tennessee court alleging that the Tuohy family, who were his conservators, never legally adopted him and used their power to make millions off of his story without providing any payment to Oher. Oher was a homeless teenager when he was taken in by the Tuohys in 2004 and went on to become a first-round NFL draft pick in 2009. Oher is now seeking unspecified damages and a jury trial, sparking a conversation about the power dynamics between those who tell stories and those whose stories are told.
Clarence Avant, the influential "Black Godfather" of music, has passed away at the age of 93. He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021 and was a civil rights activist, philanthropist, and board member of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund. He helped launch or guide the careers of many music artists and was remembered for his many contributions to the music industry and philanthropic efforts.
Billy Porter has expressed his dissatisfaction with Harry Styles' solo cover for Vogue magazine, claiming that Styles was chosen because he is "white and straight." Porter also revealed that Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour had asked him for direction prior to the cover's release. His comments have sparked a conversation about representation in the fashion industry and the need for more diversity, highlighting the need for further progress to be made.
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Jeff Bezos has purchased a luxurious waterfront estate on the exclusive man-made barrier island of "Billionaire Bunker" in Miami, Florida for $68 million. The island is home to many celebrities, including Tom Brady, Ivanka Trump and her husband, Jared Kushner, and is known for its privacy and security. Bezos is likely to be welcomed by his new neighbors with open arms.
Mick Fleetwood, co-founder of Fleetwood Mac, has announced that his restaurant in Maui, Hawaii has been destroyed in the devastating wildfires that have killed at least 55 people and destroyed over 1,000 homes and businesses. Fleetwood has committed to supporting the community in the wake of the disaster, and has encouraged people to donate to the Maui Food Bank.
Lil Tay, the viral child star, and her brother are alive and well despite a false post claiming their deaths that trended on social media earlier this week. The post was debunked by a statement provided to TMZ by Lil Tay's family, clarifying that her legal name is Tay Tian and that her Instagram account had been compromised. As of Thursday, the post was confirmed to be a hoax and the confusion between the two days has been resolved.