Paramount’s Bob Marley Bipoc Casts Latasha Lynch As Iconic Singer’s Wife, Rita Marley

Zack Sharf J.K. Rowling recently told Graham Norton that her new novel, “The Ink Black Heart,” is not based on her own experience being slammed as transphobic despite featuring a character who finds herself in a similar social media firestorm (via Rolling Stone). The new book, published under Rowling’s pseudonym Robert Galbraith, is part of Rowling’s “Cormoran Strike” crime thriller series and includes a character named Edie Ledwell, a “creator of a popular YouTube cartoon who sees internet trolls and her own fandom turn on her after the cartoon was criticized as being racist and ableist, as well as transphobic for a bit about a hermaphrodite worm.” As reported by Rolling Stone, the character in the novel is “doxxed with photos of her home plastered on the internet, subjected to death and rape threats for having an opinion, and is ultimately found stabbed to death in a cemetery. The book takes a clear aim at ‘Social Justice Warriors’ and suggests that Ledwell was a victim of a masterfully plotted, politically fueled hate campaign against her.”

Joe Otterson TV Reporter WME has promoted both Andrea Blatt and Florence Dodd to agent within the books department, Variety has learned exclusively. In 2021 alone, WME books debuted on the New York Times bestseller list 85 times, with 18 hitting the number one spot. The department is led by Jay Mandel.Blatt is based in WME’s New York office.

Clayton Davis Jennifer Fox, the Oscar nominated producer of “Michael Clayton” (2007), has been tapped to produce the 13th Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Marking her fourth time producing the event, Fox will assemble the annual ceremony where Euzhan Palcy, Diane Warren and Peter Weir will receive Honorary Oscars and Michael J. Fox will accept the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. “We’re thrilled to have Jennifer back at the helm to help us kick off Oscar season with a tribute fitting to these four extraordinary individuals,” says Janet Yang, Academy President. “Her contribution in past years has only elevated this truly special and joyous event.”

Thania Garcia The Gorillaz have shared the star-studded tracklist for their new album “Cracker Island,” to be released Feb. 24 via Parlophone. On the 10-track bill is Bad Bunny, Stevie Nicks, Beck, Adeleye Omotayo, Thundercat, Tame Impala and Bootie Brown. The set’s announcement arrived on Wednesday morning with its first Tame Impala and Bootie Brown-featuring single “New Gold.” Gorillaz had previously debuted the single live during their headlining set at All Points East in London on Aug. 19, with both Kevin Parker of Tame Impala and Bootie Brown, joining the band onstage. The album, described in a press release as an “energetic, upbeat, genre-expansive collection,” was recorded in London and LA earlier this year. It is produced by Greg Kurstin, Remi Kabaka Jr. and Gorillaz.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine made an impassioned speech on Wednesday during the Venice Film Festival’s opening ceremony, pleading for the global film community to rally to the country’s cause as it suffers a a mounting death toll amid fierce fighting with Russia. “Personalities of culture: directors, producers and actors, screenwriters, cameramen, composers, artistic directors, set designers, critics and many, many more, from many countries in the world, all belonging to the same family of cinema!,” Zelenskyy said in a recorded speech beamed onto the festival’s Sala Grande screen. “Your opinion is important and your voice counts.”

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out who Mackenzie Boyd's mystery woman is as he cheats on Charity Dingle with somebody local in upcoming scenes. In future episodes, Mackenzie, who recently lost his baby with Charity in heartbreaking scenes, tells Charity that he wants to try for another baby.

Love Island 's Adam Collard has discussed his new tattoo, after his girlfriend Paige Thorne, who he met on the hit ITV2 show, said that he'd got her name inked on him. It all started when Paige, 26, took to her Instagram stories on Wednesday to post a video of a shirtless Adam, 26, getting a tattoo done on his shoulder, as she wrote: "As if he's getting my name x". Newcastle native Adam later took to his Instagram stories to deny that he had actually got her name tattooed on him and that it was all a joke of Paige's, as the loved-up couple enjoyed a shopping trip.

Former Love Island star and professional boxer Tommy Fury has been seen topless and throwing punches at his brother Roman during a 4am street fight in Manchester earlier this month. In footage obtained by The Sun, the 23 year old boyfriend of Molly-Mae Hague could be seen flexing his broad muscles as he engaged in a confrontation with his older brother, Roman, 25, who is also a boxer.

sprawling 29-room house had “family vibes” and wasn’t “seedy or gross” — despite recent allegations.The British supermodel made the claims in an interview with British Vogue, amid allegations from former Playboy bunnies of abuse and misconduct in the infamous mansion. Moss, 48, however praised the late publisher, recalling visiting the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles in 2013 just before her 40th birthday, shooting for the cover and an 18-page spread in Playboy.“Well I met Hugh Hefner, I went to his house.

Prince Harry has revealed the adorable way that his son Archie honours his grandmother, the late Princess Diana - who tragically died in a car crash in 1997. Whilst Harry, 37, and 41 year old Meghan Markle's eldest child Archie is now three years old and attending pre-school in California, where he resides with his parents and younger sister Lilibet, Harry has revealed that one of his first words as a baby was "grandma".

JoJo Siwa was in a relationship with Kylie Prew, who she met on a cruise ship in 2020. Siwa went public with her relationship in February 2021, about a month after she made the announcement that she was a part of the LGBTQ community.

A judge scolded Tyrese Gibson and ordered him to pay $10,690 a month in child support for his three-year-old daughter Soraya amid his divorce from ex-wife Samantha Lee Gibson.TMZ reports that things got tense during a proceeding before Superior Court Judge Kevin M. Farmer after Samantha's attorney noted Tyrese, 43, had amassed over $2 million in 2018 despite him claiming to have been in financial ruin at the time.'I don't do the CFO thing.

Kurt Cobain's daughter Frances Bean was pictured taking driving lessons in San Diego, California earlier this month.The visual artist, who is the only child of the late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and Hole singer Courtney Love, was also spotted with friends a few days later.The media figure previously took to Instagram on August 18 — her birthday — to reflect on how she has grown in the past decade and to express how she did not expect to make it to 30.  Practice makes perfect: Kurt Cobain's daughter Frances Bean was pictured while taking driving lessons in San Diego, California earlier this monthFrances kept it casual in a crop top and a pair of black sweat pants during her time behind the wheel.The artist opted for a sleeveless green top and a form-hugging pair of black pants that were contrasted with white heels as she enjoyed the company of her friends.

Kanye West has a bone to pick with Gap and claims the retail giant is excluding him from meetings and ripping off his Balenciaga designs.West, 45, who released his first product with the company last year, aired his grievances with the retail giant in a series of Instagram posts which suggested his relationship with the company had grown rocky.On Tuesday, Kanye claimed the company had 'held a meeting about me' without him present as he shared a photo of clothing splayed out on the floor and a pair of iridescent sunglasses. 'Gap held a meeting about me without me?' Kanye West has a bone to pick with Gap and claims the retail giant is excluding him from meetings and ripping off his Balenciaga designs; pictured May 2022The allegations continued Wednesday as Kanye accused the company of copying his Yeezy Gap engineered by Balenciaga designs and using them on their regular T-shirts.He shared a message exchange which accused the company of ripping off his work.

Amy Schumer is continuing to hustle, currently on her nationwide comedy tour.MORE: Amy Schumer reveals the secret to regaining her strength following tumultuous pregnancyThe actress has been delighting fans all over the country with her comedic stylings and recently got the opportunity to take a little break while at it.VIDEO: Amy Schumer opens up about her health issues on Jimmy FallonShe shared that while she was supposed to leave for Denver, her flight ended up getting canceled, thereby giving her a free day in the city.Amy took the opportunity to explore the sights with her crew, including fellow comedian and friend Chelsea Handler, while even catching a The Black Crowes concert.MORE: Amy Schumer shares apologetic message after being accused of mocking Tom HollandShe shared photographs from her exploits, some of which included fooling around with silly poses, crashing a luxury real estate convention, and even chilling by the pool.The star included photos of her chilled out pool day with Chelsea, where she donned a striped purple bikini and the latter wore a cut-out black one-piece.A post shared by @amyschumerAmy got to spend a day out in Denver while on tour"Flight got canceled so free day in Denver! Got to see @theblackcrowes unreal! Love island photo shoot with LC (my security) and broke into a luxury real estate convention and make a speech.

Elton John has shared a moving message as he marked the 25th anniversary of the passing of Diana, Princess of Wales.INSIDE: Sir Elton John's vast property portfolio spans from Windsor to Venice – photosThe singer was close with the royal and posted a photo of the pair together in a Christmas setting, and they were both smiling with wide grins. Diana looked elegant in an all-blue outfit, including a dazzling blazer that featured intricate details around her wrists.

Victoria Beckham has shared an emotional message after her close friend, Loren Ridinger, lost her husband, JR Ridinger on Wednesday.DISCOVER: Romeo Beckham's guilty pleasure revealed – and it's not what you'd expectJR was the CEO and co-founder of Market America, which he founded alongside his wife. The company specialised in a variety of products ranging from household cleaning supplies to jewellery to water purifiers.

cancer diagnosis.The BBC is celebrating the legendary musician’s life on Saturday with an evening of entertainment starting from 9pm on BBC Two.It will explore the music that made him famous, along with his group, the Wailers.It will also dive into his personal life, though for fans they are all too familiar with the Jamaican singer’s final days.While there are many conspiracy theories surrounding his death, which are bolstered by a previous assassination attempt, he ultimately succumbed to health problems. He suffered from a cancer diagnosis, and rather seek the immediately medical attention he needed, he appeared to not take it seriously at first.On May 11, 1981, Bob Marley died after a long battle with lentiginous melanoma, a rare form of skin cancer aged 36.The melanoma was first discovered in 1977, when it was found to be spreading from under his toe nail.Bob regularly played football and for years he would have a kick around with his bandmates during tours.In 1977, during a tour around France, in one such game he kicked the ball with such force that his toenail became detached.Following a check-up from a doctor in Paris, the musician revealed to his manager that the toe had been infected on-and-off for years prior.It all appeared routine at the time, as the doctor simply sent him on his way without a biopsy.

We’ll be seeing actor Kingsley Ben-Adir (“One Night In Miami“) taking on the role of legendary Reggae singer Bob Marley in a new biopic film at Paramount Pictures that is being helmed by “King Richard” director Reinaldo Marcus Green. The combination of director and actor gives the impression that it could end up becoming a festival/awards darling as another impressive addition to the cast has been announced.

Lashana Lynch is set to star as Bob Marley’s wife Rita in an upcoming Paramount biopic about the reggae legend’s life and career. The actress, 34, recently appeared alongside Daniel Craig in No Time to Die and opposite Benedict Cumberbatch in the latest Dr. Strange film.

EXCLUSIVE: Following another lengthy casting search, sources tell Deadline that Lashana Lynch has been tapped to play Bob Marley’s wife, Rita, in the untitled Bob Marley pic for Paramount. Kingsley Ben-Adir has been set to portray the legendary Reggae singer with King Richard director Reinaldo Marcus Green helming.