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John Leguizamo is tired of the way his community is treated in Hollywood — and he’s speaking out about this ridiculous casting!

Pete Davidson bonded with his colleagues this Friday — the same day he and Kim Kardashian broke up after a whirlwind nine-month romance.In footage exclusively obtained by DailyMail.com, Pete, 28, can be seen playing basketball with the crew on his film Wizards! in their Australia studio.Despite the fact that he had split from his girlfriend that very same day, a production insider noted that Pete 'looked relaxed, like he didn’t have a care in the world. He was just chilling and shooting hoops.' Chilled out:Pete Davidson bonded with his colleagues this Friday — the same day he and Kim Kardashian broke up after a whirlwind nine-month romance The way they were:Pete's shirtless basketball game in the studio took place not long before DailyMail.com confirmed he and Kim had decided to part ways and remain friends; seen in May in NYCThe source remarked: ‘He is a bona fide movie star.

Jon Burlingame editorMike Lang, one of the preeminent pianists in Hollywood history, died of lung cancer Friday morning at his home in Studio City. He was 80.Lang played piano (or organ, harpsichord or celeste) on an estimated 2,000 film and TV scores dating back to the mid-1960s, including scores by virtually every great film composer of the past 50 years: John Williams (“Close Encounters of the Third Kind,” “Catch Me If You Can”), Jerry Goldsmith (“Gremlins,” “The Russia House”), John Barry (“Body Heat,” “The Specialist”), Henry Mancini (“10”), Alex North (“The Shoes of the Fisherman”), Elmer Bernstein (“The Rainmaker”), Miklós Rózsa (“Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid”) and many others.Composer Lalo Schifrin (“Mission: Impossible”) was among Lang’s earliest champions in Hollywood, adding Lang’s piano to what eventually became the Grammy-winning Paul Horn album “Jazz Suite on the Mass Texts” in 1965.

After a few days of mass uncertainty, with folks on social media wondering what is going on at one of the biggest studios in Hollywood, Warner Bros. Discovery has shed some light on the company’s future.

James Franco has been cast as former Cuban leader Fidel Castro in upcoming film Alina Of Cuba.Directed by Miguel Bardem, Alina Of Cuba is centred around the story of Alina Fernandez (played by Ana Villafañe), the daughter of Castro and Natalia ‘Naty’ Revuelta (Mia Maestro) after they had an affair.Fernandez discovered Castro was her biological father aged 10. She went onto become one of Castro’s most outspoken critics and was arrested multiple times for trying to leave Cuba.

John Leguizamo is calling for the boycott of the upcoming film, after James Franco was reportedly cast as Cuban revolutionary Fidel Castro.The star took to Instagram on Friday and blasted reports that the embattled actor landed the role even though «he ain't Latino!» The 62-year-old actor and comedian wondered how the Latinx community continues to be invisible when Hollywood has supposedly made so much progress since he first broke into the business.«How is this still going on?» he asked. «How is Hollywood excluding us but stealing our narratives as well? No more appropriation Hollywood and streamers! Boycott! This F’d up! Plus seriously difficult story to tell without aggrandizement which would b wrong! I don’t got a prob with Franco but he ain’t Latino!» tells the story of Alina Fernandez, Castro's illegitimate daughter who was critical of Castro's reign in Cuba.

Austin Butler just played the legendary musician in the movie "Elvis" and will now star in director Jeff Nichols' next movie "The Bikeriders" with Jodie Comer and Tom Hardy.  According to Variety, "The Bikeriders" is named after the 1967 Danny Lyon photography book and "tells an original story about a '60s Midwestern motorcycle club as it evolves over the course of a decade from a community for outsiders into a far more sinister gang."  The movie has brought Sarah Green and Brian Kavanaugh-Jones onboard to produce with Fred Berger as the films executive producer. It will begin to film in Ohio in the fall.  Austin Butler previously starred as Elvis Presley in the biopic about the singer's life.  (Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) "The Bikeriders" will mark the sixth movie on Nichols' directorial resume.The other movies that he has directed over the years are "Shotgun Stories," "Take Shelter," "Mud," "Midnight Special" and "Loving."  So far, Butler, Hardy and Comer are the only three cast members who have been announced.

Zack Sharf “Batgirl” co-director Adil El Arbi revealed on Instagram that several high-profile Hollywood names have reached out to him and fellow “Batgirl” director Bilall Fallah in the aftermath of Warner Bros. shelving their comic book movie. The studio announced Aug.

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorWarner Bros. Discovery shares were battered Friday on the heels of its after-market second-quarter earnings report on Thursday that revealed the depth of the financial and operational pressures that the newly enlarged conglomerate is facing.WB Discovery shares were down more than 17% at midday to the $14.50 range.

Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick have been household names in Hollywood for decades – so it's not surprising their children, Travis and Sosie, have followed in their footsteps.MORE: Exclusive: Kevin Bacon opens up about his special bond with rarely-seen son TravisBoth have already appeared in film and TV projects, and Travis is also a singer in the metal band Contracult. However, on Thursday, he announced a new project that he is excited about, and it sounds scary!WATCH: Kevin Bacon shares sweet family videoSharing a photo on Instagram of him and two of his friends – actor and filmmaker Kyle Kouri and artist Dylan Garrett Smith – Travis revealed that the trio will be bringing "dark art" to their fans with a series of "horror shorts".He captioned the image: "Extremely excited to share SLASHTAG CINEMA, an all new universe of horror shorts, written by, shot by, scored by, and starring me, @kylekouri, and @dylanxvx.

The Weeknd has released a remix of his ‘Dawn FM‘ song ‘Best Friends’, which features Summer Walker – listen below.It’s the latest track from his fifth album to get the remix treatment following Kaytranada’s rework of ‘Out Of Time’, Oneohtrix Point Never’s ‘Dawn FM’, Swedish House Mafia’s ‘Sacrifice’ and more.The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) wrote online that Walker “fucking CRUSHED it“, adding that “she carried”. Listen to the new remix below.‘Dawn FM’ is the follow-up to 2020’s ‘After Hours‘.

Video: Never Have I Ever Season 2 trailer released (The Independent)BBC presenter Rachel Burden: apologises for swearing live on air when discussing Chris GraylingGame of Thrones Season 8 trailer - 'Survival'Chester Bennington and Lincoln Park star in Carpool KaraokeJeremy Clarkson gets answer wrong on Who Wants to be a Millionaire despite being the hostStranger Things actor shocked at how 'sexy' fans think Vecna isVirgin River season 4 trailerChris Brown arrested in Florida moments after leaving stageWatch David Hasselhoff de-age in this incredible deepfakeDrew Barrymore dances in the rainLove Island's Ekin-Su and Davide do impressions of each otherAbbott Elementary, TrailerKanye West hits back at fanLove Island: Luca 'eggs on’ boys in Casa Amor during movie night challengeThe US Office finale - clipGwen Stefani and Blake Shelton mock their relationship in 'hilarious' Super Bowl adThe Railway Children Return trailerOver a decade later, Jennifer admitted that she's "still angry about this", and that the agent no longer represents her. During the discussion, the 60-year-old also opened up about feeling undervalued in Hollywood, with a dry spell in work that ended after Legally Blonde was released. "Ten years of my life of auditioning," she lamented.

Hollywood's biggest stars before her untimely death.Appearing in Hollywood classics like How to Marry a Millionaire and Some Like It Hot, Marilyn became a household name before her death in 1962, aged only 36.The world was left in mourning and Marilyn quickly became one of the world's most recognisable faces.READ MORE: Gladiators’ Jet shares 'nervous twitch' to keep 'ogling eyes' off her impressive figureIn honour of what would've been Marilyn's 96th birthday, the Daily Star have complied a list of things you may not have known about the screen siren.Photographer Billy Ray revealed Marilyn's crystal-covered nude dress was "skin tight" leaving Marilyn to be "sewn into" the infamous dress. Detailing the moment in 2014, Billy said: “There was this long, long pause .

Cicely Tyson was a highly regarded actress in life, and is now recalled fondly for her legacy and lengthy career in death. But one director, in particular, made sure to give Tyson her proverbial flowers while the treasured actress was still earthside and actively working in Hollywood. While discussing his life and career with AARP Magazine, Tyler Perry opened up about working with the legendary actress in her early 80’s, and paying her well above the average to show his appreciation for her skills and honor her work.

Cole Sprouse's girlfriend, Ari Lou Fournier, is showering him with love on his 30th birthday. The model took to Instagram to share a carousel of photos with the  star — the couple is seen kissing, hugging, snorkeling on vacation, and posing for a cute photo-op in the reflection of a window. A post shared by Ari Fournier (@ariloufournier)In the caption, Fournier paid tribute to Sprouse, writing, «Hard to describe with a couple photos how much fun we have together & how much I love celebrating life everyday with you. I’m truly the luckiest girl in the world.

Wilson Chapman editorAustin Butler, Jodie Comer and Tom Hanks will star in “Loving” and “Take Shelter” director Jeff Nichols’ next feature, Variety has confirmed.Titled “The Bikeriders” after the 1967 Danny Lyon photography book, the film tells an original story about a ’60s midwestern motorcycle club as it evolves over the course of a decade from a community for outsiders into a far more sinister gang. The film will be Nichols’ sixth directorial effort, and his first since “Midnight Special” and “Loving” premiered in 2016.

Ryan Phillippe is 'so proud' of his and Reese Witherspoon's son Deacon for making his acting debut.The Cruel Intentions stars' 18-year-old son will make his acting appearance in season three of Netflix's Never Have I Ever, which debuts August 12 on Netflix.And his father could not be happier that the teen has followed in his footsteps. 'I am so proud,' Ryan gushed in his Instagram caption. Proud:Ryan Phillippe is 'so proud' of his and Reese Witherspoon's son Deacon after he made his acting debut.

Hollywood veteran Claire Danes normally spends her time in New York City, but on Thursday the actress enjoyed the sand and sea in Malibu in California.The Homeland star, 43, displayed her fit physique in a black and white topical print bikini with a halter top and low rise bottom as she enjoyed a little personal time at the beach.The Emmy winner's freshly cut blonde bob was styled straight but the wind pushed her tendrils around. Fit physique: Claire Danes, 43, displayed her fit physique in a tropical print bikini as she enjoyed a little personal time at the beach in Malibu Thursday Natural: The Shopgirl star appeared to be makeup free, showcasing her natural beauty.

Tim Gray Senior Vice PresidentThe 1in4 Coalition is accepting applications for the second edition of its Disabled Writers Mentorship Program. The first program launched in March, selecting 14 individuals who each had a complete script, pilot or play.

UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has followed in the footsteps of many sports stars before him in diving into the world of action movies. Usman will appear in the soon to be released 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'.

Wilson Chapman editorAcademy Award winner Kathy Bates and YouTube star Liza Koshy have joined the cast for an upcoming romantic comedy film from Netflix.The film, which is currently untitled, is headlined by former “The Paperboy” co-stars Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron, as well as “Kissing Booth” lead Joey King. According to the logline, the film will focus on a young woman, her mother and her movie star boss as as a surprising romance kicks off comedic consequences for the trio, forcing them to face complications of love, sex and identity.The film is directed by “The Last Five Years” and “Beautiful Creatures” director Richard LaGravenese, who co-wrote the script with Carrie Solomon.