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‘Waco: The Aftermath’ chillingly connects the standoff’s past to the present

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN At first blush another anniversary-timed Waco movie/miniseries/documentary seems unnecessary, especially because we had another docuseries addition to that last bucket on Netflix. But “Waco: The Aftermath” justifies its existence by spinning those events forward, chillingly portraying the Oklahoma City bombing and rise in militia movements that grew out of the

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‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Game of Thrones’ franchises to get fresh life on newly minted Max streamer

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Fantasy freaks and noble nerds unite. Warner Bros. Discovery announced on Wednesday that the ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Harry Potter’ franchises will take on new life at the studio’s newly minted streaming service Max. For those who are eager to soar back into the wizarding world of ‘Harry Potter,’ buckle up

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Who is trans advocate Dylan Mulvaney?

By Scottie Andrew, CNN Dylan Mulvaney is a uniquely 21st-century star. She became famous on TikTok, where she pivoted from musical theater to advocacy when she came out as trans. She’s scored major brand sponsorships and made the jump to fame off-platform, even interviewing President Joe Biden. Her online persona is an overwhelmingly positive one.

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Actor Jamie Foxx is recovering after suffering undisclosed ‘medical complication,’ daughter says

By Tina Burnside, CNN Actor Jamie Foxx is recovering after experiencing a “medical complication,” according to an Instagram post Wednesday night from his daughter Corinne Foxx. “We wanted to share that, my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday. Luckily, due to quick action and great care, he is already on his way to

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Jeremy Renner walks red carpet just three months after his near-fatal accident: ‘I feel very grateful to be here’

By Dan Heching, CNN Actor Jeremy Renner has made his first red carpet appearance since he sustained serious injuries after being crushed by a snowplow near his Nevada home in January. Renner attended a premiere screening in Los Angeles on Tuesday for his new Disney+ reality series, “Rennervations.” In the show, which was filmed prior

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‘Succession’ writer reveals they used code words ‘Larry David’ to hide major plot development

By Dan Heching, CNN The team behind “Succession” took absolutely no chances when they started planning this season’s major plot twist. Georgia Pritchett, one of the writers and co-executive producers for the hit HBO series, tweeted on Tuesday that they “decided” on their “tough secret” in January, and to make sure “nobody found out,” they

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‘The Marvels’ teaser trailer brings Brie Larson, Iman Vellani, and Teyonah Parris together

By Lisa Respers France, CNN The Marvel-ous misses have hit the mark. On Tuesday the teaser trailer for “The Marvels” dropped, featuring Brie Larson as Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau and Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel. The trio star in the film, a spinoff of Larson’s 2019 “Captain Marvel” movie. The

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Matthew McConaughey has some thoughts on his next role as ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff stirs interest

By Lisa Respers France, CNN Matthew McConaughey sounds ready to dive into a new role. Days after Paramount Media Networks head Chris McCarthy confirmed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that McConaughey is set to star in a “Yellowstone” spinoff, a podcast conversation offered some insight into McConaughey’s current thinking about his career. Dax

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Hilary Swank gives birth to twins

By Amy Woodyatt, CNN Actress HIlary Swank has welcomed twins with her husband Philip Schneider. “It wasn’t easy. But boy (and girl!) was it worth it,” she posted to Instagram Monday, alongside a picture of her standing in front of a sunset holding two small infants. The “Alaska Daily” actress also posted an Easter greeting

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Molly Shannon’s iconic ‘SNL’ character ‘Sally O’Malley’ returns as the Jonas Brothers’ choreographer

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Molly Shannon hosted “Saturday Night Live” on April 8 and reprised her iconic character, 50-year-old woman Sally O’Malley. The character returned in a sketch featuring the episode’s musical guest, the Jonas Brothers, with Nick, Joe and Kevin Jonas all appearing on stage to introduce Sally O’Malley as the band’s new choreographer.

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Jeremy Renner doctor says snowplow came within millimeters of vital organ, major nerve

By Sara Smart, CNN One of the doctor’s treating Jeremy Renner following his snowplow incident says the actor has come a long way incredibly quickly. Dr. Christopher Vincent, a chiropractic sports physician, spoke to CNN’s Alisyn Camerota Friday night from Winter Park, Colorado, about the rehab process for Renner, an Oscar-nominated star of Marvel’s “Avengers”

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Jeremy Renner walks red carpet just three months after his near-fatal accident: ‘I feel very grateful to be here’

By Dan Heching, CNN Actor Jeremy Renner has made his first red carpet appearance since he sustained serious injuries after being crushed by a snowplow near his Nevada home in January. Renner attended a premiere screening in Los Angeles on Tuesday for his new Disney+ reality series, “Rennervations.” In the show, which was filmed prior

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‘The Little Mermaid’ remake updates original lyrics to include consent, songwriter says

By Christian Edwards, CNN The live action remake of “The Little Mermaid” will have updated lyrics to include consent, the songwriter has said. The classic Disney movie, originally released as an animation in 1989, has been updated to reflect changing social attitudes towards consent, according to composer Alan Menken, who wrote the soundtrack to the

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Emmy Rossum announces birth of son

By Alli Rosenbloom In a surprise announcement, actress Emmy Rossum shared on Thursday that she and producer husband Sam Esmail have welcomed a new member to their family. “On a foggy Wednesday morning, our son was born,” Rossum posted on her verified Instagram account, noting the child’s April 5 birth date. Rossum’s post also included

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Hugh Jackman receives skin cancer all-clear

By Amy Woodyatt and Issy Ronald, CNN Australian actor Hugh Jackman has received the all-clear for skin cancer after undergoing tests for the disease, he announced via Instagram. “My biopsies came back negative!!!” he said Wednesday. “Thank you for ALL the love. I feel it!” Jackman, who has starred as Wolverine in the “X-Men” franchise

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‘Barbie’ trailer brings fun, fun, fun

By Lisa Respers France, CNN So many Barbies, such little time. A teaser trailer for “Barbie” dropped Tuesday, featuring not only Margot Robbie as Barbie, but also Dua Lipa and Issa Rae as other Barbies. The film, directed by Greta Gerwig, has a star-studded cast, including Ryan Gosling as Ken – at least one of

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‘Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies’ rises to the occasion, while ‘Schmigadoon!’ hits the same notes

Review by Brian Lowry, CNN Building TV shows around 45-year-old intellectual property always provokes some skepticism, which is why it’s a pleasure to report that “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies” is better than it has any right to be. Arriving on Paramount+ a day apart from the second season of Apple TV+’s “Schmigadoon!,” the

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Look of the Week: ‘Barbie’ stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling hit the road in bubblegum pink

Jacqui Palumbo, CNN The “Barbie” movie will debut this summer, and a new trailer for the Greta Gerwig-directed film has revealed further glimpses into the fantastically plastic Barbie Land. This includes more matchy-matchy bubblegum pink outfits worn by Margot Robbie, in the title role, and Ryan Gosling’s Ken as they sit in a convertible on

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2023 MTV Movie and TV Awards nominations announced

By Lisa Respers France, CNN This year’s MTV Movie and TV Awards will honor some old favorites and new delights. Blockbuster film “Top Gun: Maverick” joins TV shows “Stranger Things,” “The Last of Us,” “The White Lotus” and “Wednesday” with the most nominations among the scripted content. “Jersey Shore Family Vacation,” “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “The

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Kourtney Kardashian, Travis Barker set a date for wedding special ‘Til Death Do Us Part Kourtney & Travis’

By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Save the date because Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s wedding special is set to premiere on April 13. The special, titled “Til Death Do Us Part Kourtney & Travis,” will stream on Hulu and feature appearances by Kris Jenner, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner, according to a

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‘John Wick’ spinoff film ‘Ballerina’ featuring Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves set for summer 2024

By Dan Heching, CNN In what will surely delight action movie audiences worldwide, it looks like John Wick isn’t going anywhere any time soon. The notoriously unkillable assassin played by Keanu Reeves — who has portrayed the character in four films thus far, most recently in last month’s well-received “John Wick: Chapter 4” — will

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