A Florida judge ruled that Erica Herman, the ex-girlfriend of Tiger Woods, must abide by a nondisclosure agreement she purportedly signed and resolve her lawsuits seeking millions from Woods through private arbitration. The judge rejected Herman's claims of sexual harassment, noting that she had not provided any factual specificity for her claims. The ruling means that Herman must now resolve her claims against Woods through private arbitration, with the outcome of the proceedings remaining unknown.
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President Joe Biden has expressed his support for striking Hollywood writers, calling for a “fair deal” for them as soon as possible. The Writers Guild of America is leading the strike, which began last Tuesday, demanding higher pay for streaming services, better health care coverage, and an end to the practice of “firing and rehiring” writers. Biden’s remarks on Monday were his first public comments on the strike, and his support of the writers is a welcome sign for those on the picket lines.
Drew Barrymore has withdrawn from hosting duties for the upcoming MTV Movie & TV Awards in order to show solidarity with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) members who are on strike. The WGA is seeking higher pay and better benefits for its members, as well as more transparency and fair compensation for streaming services. Barrymore’s decision to step down as host is a powerful show of solidarity with the striking writers.
Former President Donald Trump defended his infamous "grab 'em by the pussy" comments in a recorded deposition for a civil case filed by writer E. Jean Carroll, who is suing him for defamation after he denied her claims of rape. Trump denied the claims, saying they were "pure fiction" and accused Carroll of making up the story to make money. The jury heard the deposition as part of the trial, but it is unclear when they will reach a verdict.
On Monday, six people, including five teenagers, were found dead in rural Oklahoma in what is believed to be a murder-suicide. The shooter, Jesse McFadden, was a 39-year-old convicted sex offender who was on trial for child pornography charges. The victims included his wife and her three children, as well as two of their friends. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are trying to understand why McFadden was free while awaiting trial on new sex charges.
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has called a strike, effective 12:01 AM Tuesday, May 2, after high-stakes negotiations between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) failed to avert the first major walkout in over 15 years. Over 11,000 television and film writers are now set to go on strike, demanding better pay, health care coverage, residuals for streaming services, and greater protections against harassment. The strike could have a significant impact on the entertainment industry, and will continue until an agreement is reached that meets the WGA's demands.
Mattel has released a new Barbie doll honoring Hollywood icon Anna May Wong in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Anna Wong, the niece of Anna May Wong, worked with Barbie to develop the doll, which she says is an "incredible tribute" to her aunt. Lisa McKnight, executive vice president and global head of Barbie & Dolls at Mattel, said that the company was "proud to continue to increase representation in the toy aisle." The Anna May Wong Barbie doll is available for purchase on the Barbie website.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's dream of taking Wrexham Association Football Club to the English Football League came true on Saturday, as the team secured promotion with a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood. The Racecourse Ground in north Wales was filled with more than 10,000 fans, including the Hollywood actors, to witness the historic moment. With the backing of Reynolds and McElhenney, the future looks bright for Wrexham Association Football Club as they look to continue their success in the English Football League.