Laika Leaps Into Live-Action: Oscar-Nominated Animation Studio To Adapt John Brownlow’s Debut Action Thriller Novel ‘Seventeen’

"I had no idea I did a 2 hr set tonight. I'm happily addicted again to this s**t," he ended the post.Last month, the star was found unresponsive in his hotel bed.Hotel staff were alerted after the comic failed to check out and emergency services were called and found him unresponsive.He was pronounced dead at the time.Following his death, tributes poured in for the comedian from his friends and fans.His widow, journalist Kelly Rizzo, told how had been left "completely shattered" by the comedian's death.In a statement to People, Rizzo said: "My whole heart.

"Family first, always [and] be kind."She also hinted that she felt able to talk to her 55-year-old father in times of crisis.A fan asked her for "advice on how to cope with anxiety on a daily basis when you haven't even told parents".She replied: "You should talk to somebody about how you're feeling", adding that it "could be a parent", or a sibling or friend.She added: "Hold on to small things like family dinners after school and everyone living in the same house because you'll miss it when you're older and don't all live at home - and be in the moment!"The former fashion design student revealed that she might have inherited her dad's penchant for putting together masterpieces in the kitchen, boasting on her Q&A that her signature dish is "a pretty mean pesto pasta or bolognese (but only if there's garlic bread.)"She added: "@sauce and @tabasco added to everything because they're my favourite and make everything taste good."She plastered some of her comments with 1960s-style flower power illustrations - but, of course, the era's message of peace, love and passivity isn't quite the one typically channelled by Gordon when he's in the kitchen.Gordon, well-known for his F-bombs and rages when it comes to sharing out the cooking on-screen, certainly has a different side when it comes to his relationship with his children.The pair have been seen out and about together clasping each other's hands after Holly shared details of the sexual assaults she endured at age 18.Holly, now a digital creator whose podcasts share more details on her "mental health journey", revealed that she has been sober and alcohol-free for a year, warning: "Alcohol and anti-depressants do not mix well at all.""This time last year I was at my lowest and

Peter Andre's wife Emily rarely shares family photos on social media – but she had a treat in store for fans on Wednesday.MORE: Peter Andre's wife reacts to funny moment with Princess - after Katie Price falloutThe 32-year-old took to Instagram to share a snapshot showing her with her brother, Tom MacDonagh.WATCH: Peter Andre reveals son Theo's very unusual hobby!The sweet photo shows the siblings smiling for the camera with their arms around one another. In the caption, Emily revealed that she had stopped by Tom's place of work – Azthetics Clinic, which he runs with Dr.

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Australia have been revealed to have been caused by wallabies getting high on opium poppies, a tour guide has claimed.Wallabies are believed to be purposely eating the poppies, which contain white opium gum used in morphine and codeine, and this causes erratic changes in their behaviour.The claims have been made by outdoor educator Sid Hewison on his TikTok after looking into crop circles in a Tasmanian farmers field.Mr Hewison said: “A lot of people think crop circles are fake but the crop circles we have here in Tasmania are very much real.“Some of the local wallaby population get into these opiate-rich poppy fields, they have a bit of a chew on what is essentially pure codeine and morphine and jump around in a circle, leaving a nice little crop circle and then they pass out.“Wallabies are more trippy than skippy.”The wallabies' antics were originally rumours which Mr Hewison struggled to believe but later watched the bizarre behaviour with his own eyes.He explained that these poppy fields in Tasmania provide the key ingredient in medicines sent all over the world.The fields contain what is known by locals as “super poppies” and why there are warnings on the gate after Mr Hewison claims several people have died from taking the poppies.He added: “it essentially blows their mind and kills them.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here.The issue of wallabies eating the opium poppies is actually a problem that stems from over a decade ago.According to the Mail, former Tasmanian premier Lara Giddings brought up the wallabies behaviour while she was the state's attorney general in 2009.Ms Giddings told a snake hearing: “We have a problem

Cornwall Live reports.Best, who has 93 parks in the UK, said he "understand[s] why people are wary of the outsider."He said: I understand why people are wary of the outsider, but I want this to be looked as an opportunity for improvement. I want to create new jobs and homes for people and the best way to do that is invest."The Sunday Times Rich List entrepreneur shared his passion for parks as a means for change: "I believe this sector is a global solution to affordable housing.

BRITNEY Spears is teasing new music - and a revealing new look. The pop queen shared a seductive sneak peak as she practiced a new dance routine set to a soon-to-be released comeback song.

WAYNE Rooney has opened up about his marriage regrets and his love of writing romantic poetry for "supportive" wife Coleen on Good Morning Britain. Wayne, 36, today spoke to GMB presenter Ben Shephard in a rare TV interview ahead of the release of a new Amazon documentary about his private life.

DANCING on Ice's Liberty Poole stuns in black lingerie ahead of Sunday's show. The Love Island beauty wows in sheer stockings and suspenders in new photos on Instagram. Liberty, a former Nando's waitress, captioned her snaps: "Find yourself someone who looks at you the same way I look at pizza." Fans were impressed by the new shots, with one writing to the 22-year-old: "You’re absolutely stunning love xx" Another raved: "I admire her for not editing her pictures." One more said: "Miss Liberty you look gorgeous as always!! The caption is funny and so true!!! I love pizza too." Liberty shot to fame when she took part in Love Island and was tipped to win the show with Jake Cornish.

BTS have teamed up with Samsung on a new campaign advocating for climate change prevention.Yesterday (February 9), the tech giant announced its ‘Galaxy For The Planet’ campaign with BTS through a new video, where the boyband are seen holding up placards with handwritten messages bringing attention to the ocean’s plastic waste and its consequences. The clip ends with all seven members coming together with a single message: “Let’s work together for a better future.”The campaign video coincided with the launch of their latest line of Galaxy devices, including a new smartphone and tablet.

London Grammar have revealed that work is progressing well on their upcoming fourth album, and that it’s set to be their “best one yet”. Watch our full video interview with the band above.The Nottingham-formed trio were speaking to NME on the red carpet of the BRIT Awards 2022, where they were nominated for Group Of The Year alongside the likes of Coldplay, Little Mix, D-Block Europe and the winners Wolf Alice.“It feels very surreal after two years to now be putting on a dress and a suit and stuff,” said singer Hannah Reid, before bandmate Dot Major added: “Wolf Alice have been here with us a few times.

Billie Joe Armstrong‘s classic car, which was stolen last weekend, has been found “in one piece”.The Green Day frontman previously appealed for “sightings, tips or info” after his 1962 Chevrolet Nova II was stolen.“This car is near and dear to all our hearts and has been in the GD family for over 30 years,” he told his followers on Instagram on February 5.Posting on Instagram again last night (February 9), Armstrong confirmed that the car had now been recovered by police.“False alarm.. turns out I forgot where I parked it… KIDDING!” he wrote.A post shared by Billie Joe (@billiejoearmstrong)“Truth is the person that stole it left it parked. Joy ride? Maybe..

Kate Garraway has claimed that her Good Morning Britain co-star Susanna Reid was "attacked" over Piers Morgan's comments on the ITV breakfast show. The 54-year-old presenter was back on our screens on Thursday morning alongside co-host Ben Shephard.They kicked off the show by discussing Wayne and Coleen Rooney's new Amazon Prime documentary Rooney with Labour MP Jacqui Smith and ex-Tory MP Ruth Davidson.Conversation turned to the negative reaction Coleen has been hit with for sticking with Wayne despite the cheating allegations surrounding her footballer husband.Kate said: ""It was interesting how [Wayne] had picked up on something that I think we've all picked on which is when he's had indiscretions, made mistakes, obviously he's been criticised for it but she is as well in a kind of, 'Why are you forgiving him? Why are you keeping him under control?' It's interesting how women often get accused of it."It reminds me a little bit of when Piers Morgan was here, they'd be cross with something Piers had said, but then also attack Susanna for not keeping him in check!"Piers quit Good Morning Morning last March following a row over comments he made about Meghan Markle.The explosive TV moment brought his time on the show to an end after six years.ITV announced the decision after Ofcom said it was investigating his comments after receiving 41,000 complaints.Piers said he "didn't believe a word" the Duchess of Sussex had told Oprah Winfrey about her mental health in an interview.An ITV spokesperson said at the time: "Following discussions with ITV, Piers Morgan has decided now is the time to leave Good Morning Britain.

Laika, the studio behind animated films such as Oscar-nominatedCoraline, ParaNorman and Kubo and the Two Strings,is making its foray into live-action. The Oregon studio has optioned Seventeen, the upcoming first novel by John Brownlow, with plans toadapt the title as its first live-action production.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorLaika, the animation studio behind “The Boxtrolls” and “ParaNorman” is expanding into live action. As part of its expansion, the studio has optioned screenwriter John Brownlow’s debut novel “Seventeen” with plans to adapt the action thriller, signaling a new direction.Founded in 2005, Laika is best known for its stop-motion animation features.

Adam B. Vary Senior Entertainment WriterParamount is expanding its Transformers business.Marco Ramirez (showrunner for Netflix’s Marvel series “The Defenders”) has signed to write a script for a new, standalone “Transformers” movie based on the Hasbro toy brand, with “Charm City Kings” director Angel Manuel Soto attached to direct.The project is still in its earliest stages, with Ramirez taking a fresh approach that will not connect to the “Transformers” movies directed by Michael Bay or the “Bumblebee” spin-off directed by Travis Knight.