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Michael Jackson’s Iconic Neverland Ranch Is Getting Updated For an Upcoming Biopic

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Michael Jackson’s famous estate, Neverland Ranch, is getting revamped. The ranch is getting updated for the upcoming biopic of Michael Jackson, which is in production. The ranch has been pictured with a bunch of fairground rides, a hot-air balloon ride, and even a train. Filming took place this past Friday on location and featured a ton of extras working as vendors and people enjoying the backyard theme park. The upcoming biopic stars Michael’s nephew Jaafar Jackson as his uncle.

Michael Jackson stopped living at the ranch in 2003. He left the estate after Sheriff deputies executed a search warrant related to the child molestation case he was being investigated for. Jackson never returned to the ranch, but it stayed in the family. After his death in 2000, his estate still co-owned the Ranch. Ron Burkle purchased the ranch in 2020 for a reported $22 million. There is a renewed interest in Jackson’s life now that fans are anticipating the biopic, which will be released in Spring 2025.

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Michael Jackson Biopic Brings Back Neverland Ranch

LOS OLIVOS, CA – NOVEMBER 18 : An aerial photo shows a Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s vehicle in front of singer Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch November 18, 2003 outside of Santa Barbara, California. Police armed with a search warrant swarmed Jackson’s sprawling home in the Santa Ynez Valley. One media report said the warrant was tied to allegations brought by a 12-year-old boy. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

The King of Pop will be portrayed by his nephew Jaafar Jackson in the Michael Jackson biopic, which is supported by the Jackson Estate and will include several of the King of Pop’s classics. Earlier this month, at Lionsgate’s CinemaCon panel, a first-look trailer for the film was shown. The film is only halfway through production but was a big talking point and success at the movie conference. Additionally, the movie will follow Michael from his early years as the lead singer of the Jackson 5 to his father Joe Jackson’s abuse. It will explore his purchase of Neverland Ranch and the making of his iconic song “Thriller.” The film will capture everything until his unexpected death on June 25, 2009.

The film is officially titled Michael. The movie is directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Michaels’s Nephew Jafaar as his uncle, Academy Award nominee Coleman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Michaels’s Father, and Nia Long as his mother, Katherine. Furthermore, the film also features Kat Graham as Diana Ross and Miles Teller as John Branca. Overall, It is projected to be one of the biggest films of 2025. 

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Katt Williams Drops Trailer For New Stand Up Special Coming To Netflix

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Katt Williams is back with another stand-up special months after an incredible Club Shay Shay interview. The comedian caused an uproar in multiple industries with his performance in Shannon Sharpe’s interview series. KAtt Williams called out everyone he had beef with and shared his insights into various personal and otherwise issues. Williams took shots at Cedric The Entertainer, Steve Harvey, and many more, airing out the entertainment industry. The interview took social media by storm, and the repercussions are still being discussed to this day.

Many of the individuals Katt Williams called out have responded. Ludacris recently refuted Katt’s claims against him. Williams also clarified rumors about himself. Kevin Hart, one of the big names Williams took shots at, is still responding to the Club Shay Shay interview. For example, he shot down the rumor that he helped out the Migos amid financial struggles. Now, four months after the interview that shook social media, Katt is back with a brand new stand-up special on Netflix.

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Katt Williams Takes Us Backstage In Netflix Special Trailer

The special, Woke Foke, is directed by Troy Miller, with whom Katt Williams has previously collaborated. This is Williams’s third stand-up special with Netflix and is the follow-up to World War III, which premiered last year on the streamer. The special was filmed as part of Netflix’s comedy event, Netflix Is A Joke Comedy Fest. It will be screened at the festival at the YouTube theater in Inglewood, California.

Katt Williams went straight back to work after rocking the world in his incredible interview. The comedian has been touring on the road for months. Clearly, Williams had this special in mind, and fans will get to see what he has been working on. Williams’s stand-up specials are always a must-see for comedy fans, and this one will not be any different. A true showman, he looks like he is pulling out all the stops in the trailer. We know he isn’t afraid to speak his mind, so what he decides to talk about will be interesting. Fans will be tuning in to see if he has any thoughts on the outsized response to his interview with Shannon Sharpe.

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Eddie Griffin Shares His Diddy Raid Conspiracy Theory

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Eddie Griffin has some interesting thoughts on the Diddy raids. Griffin is an accomplished comedian and actor and one to always speaks his mind. Previously, Griffin clowned the Diddy situation, incorporating the drama into his stand-up comedy. Griffin is no stranger to controversy. The comedian is routinely saying things that land him in hot water. Now, Griffin has explained what he believes to be going on. Griffin thinks there is way more going on than what we are seeing.

Diddy’s legal drama hit a new peak when Homeland Security raided two of his mansions. The raid is a part of the continued federal sex trafficking investigation. The allegations continue to roll in, with many breaking their silence on Diddy. The ball started rolling in November when his ex-Cassie filed a lawsuit accusing the mogul of sexual assault, among other abuses. Fans have been watching the situation, and it continues to develop as the weeks drag on. Diddy has yet to be charged with anything, and the waiting game continues. Eddie Griffin is going to give his two cents, no matter what.

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Eddie Griffin Details His Diddy Downfall Conspiracy Theory

Eddie Griffin believes that the Diddy house raids were staged as some sort of ploy from music executives to sacrifice Diddy. Additionally, he accuses Clive Davis of UMG of orchestrating the takedown of Diddy. Griffin explains that UMG used the raids and their connections to secure potential pieces of blackmail that could be used against them. Furthermore, he cites the show of force Homeland Security used, implying it was overkill. Griffin also claims Diddy knew the raids were going to happen and prepared for it. Diddy was also accused of fleeing to a secluded island when the raid went down.

Ultimately, it’s just more speculation. Griffin’s accusations are a conspiracy theory and should probably be taken lightly despite how convincing the comedian can be. At the end of the day, Griffin is an entertainer, and that’s what he’s doing. Griffin joins the likes of 50 Cent, who continues to throw shots at Diddy as the investigation is carried out. The circus around Diddy doesn’t look like it’s going to end any time soon.

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Billy Dee Williams Teases Donald Glover Lightly Over Lando Calrissian Character

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Billy Dee Williams brought Lando Calrissian to life in 1980’s The Empire Strikes Back, entering the minds and hearts of Star Wars fans everywhere since. But amid reports of the development of a new movie based on Cloud City’s suave administrator and eventual Rebel general, he had some light teasing to do to the character’s young interpreter, Donald Glover, also known as Childish Gambino. Moreover, Glover portrayed Lando in Solo: A Star Wars Story in 2018, and his take on a younger version of the character was pretty well-acclaimed despite other issues folks had with Solo. Yet Billy Dee thinks that the entertainer’s performance stands on his massive shoulders.

“I had a nice little lunch with him,” Billy Dee Williams told Radio Times magazine of Donald Glover. “He’s a delightful young man. Extremely talented. But I don’t see him… I mean, when it comes to Lando Calrissian, there’s only one Lando Calrissian. I created that character.” However, he knows that Lando has to evolve with a new generation, so he offered Glover some advice to be more charming and mold the character to a new audience, set of demands, and artistic approach in the narrative. As the 86-year-old remarked, he already defined Lando in the 20th century, and now it’s time for Gambino to do the same for the 21st century.

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Donald Glover At A Solo Screening

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NEW YORK, NY – MAY 21: Donald Glover attends a screening of “Solo: A Star Wars Story” hosted by The Cinema Society with Nissan & FIJI Water at SVA Theater on May 21, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage/Getty Images)

Not only that, but Billy Dee Williams also suggested that there’s one way that Disney could convince him to return to the role. “Pay me a lot of money and I’ll sell my soul,” he told the publication. For those unaware, the entertainment company already did so for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in 2019, for which the New York City native reprised his iconic portrayal of Lando Calrissian 36 years after his last appearance as the character in 1983’s Return of the Jedi. We’ll see if he ever sells his soul again.

Meanwhile, Childish Gambino is working on possibly remastering and re-releasing his 2020 album 3.15.20. While that’s only based on social media teases, a lot of folks are expecting new music from him very soon. But if you’re more into the 40-year-old’s screen work, there’s plenty more where that came from as of late. For more news and the latest updates on Billy Dee Williams and Donald Glover, stick around on HNHH.

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Jack Black Is Ready To Work With Britney Spears Right Freaking Now: ‘I’m Waiting By The Phone’

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Jack Black and Kyle Gass (a.k.a. the melodious duo known as Tenacious D) dropped a cover of Britney Spears‘ debut hit “… Baby One More Time” on social media last week, which naturally, melted the faces of anyone who watched it. The cover was a match made in heaven, and Black is definitely ready to take things to the next level.

While walking the red carpet for Kung Panda 4, Black made it abundantly clear that the D is ready to collaborate with Britney at the drop of a hat. Just say the word, and they’re there.

“Britney, if you’re watching, I love you. I love the song,” Black told Entertainment Tonight. “I’m here! I’m ready when you are. I’m waiting by the phone. I got kicks! I don’t quite have Britney kicks, but you know, I got some moves.”

Black also hopes Britney saw the cover and liked what she saw.

“We’re very proud of it, [and] I hope you like it, too,” Black said.

The Tenacious D cover has already racked up over 3 million likes thanks to Black absolutely going for it. You can watch his madcap performance below complete with Gass pulling off his best dance moves in the background and the words “Baby” written across Black’s knuckle in this hilariously badass cover of a stone-cold classic:

Kung Fu Panda 4 opens in theaters on March 8.

(Via Entertainment Tonight, Jack Black on Instagram)

Kid Cudi Hypes Up His Two Upcoming Films, Gets Head Tattoo Around His Skull

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Kid Cudi already made his musical mark on 2024 with INSANO and its NITRO MEGA expansion, and now it’s time for other endeavors. Moreover, he recently shared plans with fans for his two upcoming films. “I got the music outta me,” the Cleveland creative shared on Twitter on Saturday (March 2). “I got a lot of other stuff im workin on that im really excited about. HELL NAW, the film im doing at Sony and writing w the Lucas Bros is comin together beautifully. S**t is madddd funny and ridiculous. Cant wait for yall to see this madness. And lookin to shoot my directorial debut, TEDDY, sometime after tour.”

Not only that, but the 40-year-old has previously announced that he’ll focus on film for the next few years and eschew new music. “My next album is already about 80% done, and itll be out in 2026,” Kid Cudi expressed on Twitter. “As always, were takin it someplace new. Just wanted to let yall know, expect an album from me every other year. next year is all about filmin. Got a bunch of stuff I need to get done. Film and tv. So I take a year off of music to do it all.”

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Kid Cudi Hypes Up Two Upcoming Movies

In addition, Kid Cudi also made a big creative leap, but not in music or movies. Instead, he shared a new floral head tattoo that he got all around his skull. Back to the movies, though, Hell Naw is a zombie horror comedy co-written by the brothers behind Judas & The Black Messiah. “Sam, The Lucas Brothers and myself have really crafted a tale we feel everyone who’s a fan of horror and comedy will enjoy,” he told Deadline. “You will laugh, oh yes you will, but the horror aspect of this movie will really be something to see. You will be shook. I promise. Y’all know I don’t play around.”

Cudi’s New Tattoo

Meanwhile, Teddy will be a more personal movie based on the “ELECTROWAVEBABY” creative’s 2009 hit “Pursuit of Happiness.” Jay-Z and Jeymes Samuel, also of Judas & The Black Messiah, are executive producing the comedy. “I added a lot of my own personal struggles and experiences in it, so this film is very close to my heart,” he stated online in 2022. “I know that, deep down, this movie will help people the same ways music has… It’s trippy, it’s fun, it’s sad, it’s life.” For more news and the latest updates on Kid Cudi, stay up to date on HNHH.

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Lisa Marie Presley Was So Upset About The Portrayal Of Her Father In ‘Priscilla’ That She Emailed Sofia Coppola About It

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Just a few months before her death, Lisa Marie Presley had vowed to speak out about Sofia Coppola’s new movie, Priscilla, which focuses on the tumultuous and controversial courtship between Presley’s mother and the late legendary singer Elvis Presley.

According to emails obtained by Variety, Lisa Marie was furious over the portrayal of her father and wrote Coppola in September 2022 shortly before the film started production. Lisa Marie had seen a version of the script and described it as “shockingly vengeful and contemptuous.” Presley also pleaded with Coppola that the film would only further strain her relationship with her mother.

“My father only comes across as a predator and manipulative. As his daughter, I don’t read this and see any of my father in this character. I don’t read this and see my mother’s perspective of my father. I read this and see your shockingly vengeful and contemptuous perspective and I don’t understand why?” Presley wrote in one of her messages.

Presley later vowed to take her fight against Priscilla to the media.

“I will be forced to be in a position where I will have to openly say how I feel about the film and go against you, my mother and this film publicly,” Lisa Marie wrote.

While Presley wouldn’t get a chance to contest the film, Coppola did respond to her emails. The writer/director reportedly wrote back, “I hope that when you see the final film you will feel differently, and understand I’m taking great care in honoring your mother, while also presenting your father with sensitivity and complexity.”

According to Variety, the film is based on the book Elvis and Me, and prior to Lisa Marie’s complaints, there were already efforts to “tone down” some of the book’s elements about the couple’s relationship that would not play well with modern audiences.

Priscilla is now playing in theaters.

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Hyped Horror Film “Talk To Me” Drops First Trailer

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2023 is already shaping up to be a great year for the horror genre. From M3GAN to Knock At The Cabin to Infinity Pool, there has been something for every variety of horror fan. Furthermore, legacy franchises have also come out strong, with the likes of Scream VI and Evil Dead Rise gracing theaters. Horror fans are almost spoiled for choice, especially with the range of big-budget and indie films available.

However, the year’s most-talked-about horror flick might be Talk To Me. From brothers Daniel and Michael Phillipou (better known as the YouTube duo RackaRacka), Talk To Me is set to horrify audiences this July. The film was incredibly well-received at Sundance and was almost immediately picked up by A24. Many critics are already calling it the horror film of the year. However, it is not a film that holds back on its horror.

“Talk To Me” Trailer Prepares To Scare Audiences

Talk to Me follows a group of Australian teenagers who come into possession of an embalmed hand that allows them to talk to spirits. However, the film goes deeper than this simple premise. Talk To Me explores the dangers of addiction to a novel thrill via the medium of the supernatural. The story focuses on Mia (Sophie Wilde) and her ever-spiraling journey into the thrill of going to the other side. However, the true horror begins once spirits begin to enter the mortal world. The film promises to be truly horrifying, employing unique practical effects and sound design to create a gruesome tale of caution. Furthermore, with a runtime of just 94 minutes, it will be a concise and direct experience.

The film already holds a 97% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on early reviews. It is the directorial debut for the Phillipou brothers, who are already working on their next film, Bring Her Back. Talk To Me will look to be the horror event of the year, riding its critical reception. Its gruesome and serious tone will put it in competition with the likes of the upcoming Evil Dead Rise. Not one for the faint of heart, Talk To Me releases on July 28.

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First Mario Movie Reviews Drop, Twitter Reacts

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For over a year, the internet has gone wild about The Super Mario Bros. Movie. With every announcement, the internet has found something to obsess over. Whether it was Chris Pratt’s Mario impression, the Japanese dub’s “sexy Mario”, or simply the mere existence of an animated Mario movie, the internet found something to talk about.

However, the wait is finally over and the film, starring Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Jack Black amongst a host of others, opened for general audiences on April 5. Along with fans being able to watch the film, review embargos were lifted, allowing the internet to see what early preview audiences thought. The result? According to Rotten Tomatoes, critics are fairly cool on the film while audiences love it. The exact numbers, at the time of writing, have the critics score at 53% on 111 reviews and the audience score at 98% on 100+ verified ratings.

Strong Showing For Mario Movie

While critics were never going to adore The Super Mario Bros. Movie, a 53% rating is a strong showing for a video game movie. It is especially strong considering that the infamous 1993 Super Mario Bros. sits at a critics rating of 29%. 53% puts the 2023 Mario Movie on par with the likes of 2018’s Tomb Raider and 2021’s Mortal Kombat. However, unfortunately for Illimuniation Studios and Nintendo, it falls well short of rival company SEGA’s recent movie outings, with Sonic the Hedgehog’s two recent films rated at 64% and 69%.

Despite the critical reception, The Super Mario Bros. Movie appears to resonate with early audiences. While the number is likely to fall from the lofty height of 98%, it just goes to show that the critic’s word is not everything. Furthermore, there has been some fan criticism of early reviews. With some reviews criticizing the feeling of watching someone else play a video or overly explaining ground-level Mario lore, some fans argue that the critics are out of touch. On the other hand, there were those who rejected the tomato meter altogether, citing that critics will always undervalue while fans and audiences do the opposite.

Twitter Reacts To Mario Movie And Reviews

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