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Avenger and New Orleans native actor Anthony Mackie is building a film and television studio on 20 acres of land in the southern city. 

Pre-production on the upcoming NBC/Blumhouse limited series The Thing About Pam, starring Renée Zellweger and Josh Duhamel, has been suspended, a rep for Blumhouse told Deadline. Based on a the real-life, stranger-than-fiction story behind the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria, the series has been in final stages of pre-production in New Orleans, with filming slated to begin Sept. 8. With storm Ida now possibly making landfall in Louisiana on Sunday as a Category 4 hurricane, pre-production has been paused until the storm passes.

EXCLUSIVE: News this morning that a Category 3 Hurricane is forecast to make landfall in Louisiana on Sunday, which makes the exact day that Hurricane Katrina devastated the city 16 years ago.

Will Smith celebrated 4th of July with a very generous donation, as it was revealed by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.The Hollywood star who recently shared his excitement for the launch of his upcoming book titled  Will, decided to pay $100,000 out of his own pocket, after he found out New Orleans didn’t have celebratory fireworks planned.Will is currently staying in Louisiana working on the set of his new film Emancipation, which follows the story of a slave trying to escape a plantation, based on the harrowing true story of a runaway slave known as The Scourged Back in 1863.The Mayor of New Orleans released a statement showing appreciation for the actor, declaring that “the gift of city fireworks was made possible,” by the actor and

Will Smith has reportedly paid $100,000 (£85,700) to save New Orleans’ Fourth of July fireworks display.The annual display was said to be in jeopardy on account of a lack of funding. Smith, who is in the city shooting upcoming slave thriller Emancipation, was praised for his gesture by Mayor LaToya Cantrell.Cantrell took to Twitter to voice her gratitude.

A quarter-century ago, Will Smith’s Capt. Steven Hiller was “a little anxious to get up there and whoop ET’s ass” and save Earth from alien invaders in Independence Day. In 2021, the actor paid it forward in a less-dramatic but equally cool way: He paid a reported $100,000 to help pay for New Orleans’ Fourth of July fireworks display.

Carol Sutton, a film, television and theater actress who appeared in films such as Steel Magnolias and Ray, has died. She was 76.

Carol Sutton, the actress best known for her roles in "Steel Magnolias" and the TV series "Queen Sugar," has died due to complications from coronavirus. Her death was announced by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.

Steel Magnolias, has died aged 76.Her death was confirmed by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, who said the actor died on Friday (December 11) due to coronavirus complications.“Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theater, having graced the stages across the city for decades,” Cantrell tweeted.“We will always remember her commanding stage presence, her richly portrayed characters, and the warm heart she shared with her fellow cast and crew in productions such as ‘4000 Miles’ and ‘A Raisin in the Sun.’ May she rest in God’s perfect peace.”…but we will always remember her commanding stage presence, her richly portrayed characters, and the warm heart she shared with her fellow cast and crew in productions such as "4000 Miles"

CAROL Sutton, who was known for many projects, including her role on Steel Magnolias has died at the age of 76 due to Covid. New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell confirmed the late star's passing.

'Steel Magnolias' star Carol Sutton has died. The 76-year-old actress sadly passed away after a month-long battle with Covid-19, New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell has confirmed.

COVID-19. The news was confirmed by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.«Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theater, having graced the stages across the city for decades,» LaToya said in a statement.

Carol Sutton, an actress best known for her work in the movie Steel Magnolias, has sadly died at the age of 76 due to complications from coronavirus.

Steel Magnolias actress Carol Sutton has died aged 76 after a battle with coronavirus.The actress had reportedly been fighting Covid-19 for the past few months.New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell broke the sad news on Saturday.The statement read: "Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theater, having graced the stages across the city for decades."The world may recognise her from her performances in movies and on TV — whether it’s Treme or Claws, or Runaway Jury or Queen Sugar."But we will always remember her commanding stage presence, her richly portrayed characters and the warm heart she shared with her fellow cast and crew in productions such as 4000 Miles and A Raisin in the Sun."May she rest in God’s perfect peace.”This is

Steel Magnolias star Carol Sutton died aged 76 after a battle with Covid-19.

The actress known for her roles in projects like True Detective and Lovecraft Country died on Thursday, December 10.She died at the Touro Infirmary in her hometown of New Orleans.Sutton died of complications related to the coronavirus Covid-19 infection.This was confirmed by New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell in a statement on Friday, December 11.She said: “Carol Sutton was practically the Queen of New Orleans theatre, having graced the stages across the city for decades. “The world may recognize her from her performances in movies and on TV — whether it’s Treme or Claws, or Runaway Jury or Queen Sugar.“But we will always remember her commanding stage presence, her richly portrayed characters and the warm heart she shared with her fellow

Janet W. Lee Actor Carol Sutton, who made appearances in “Steel Magnolias” and “Queen Sugar,” died Thursday night of complications from COVID-19.

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsThough COVID-19 may be complicating celebrations and gatherings for this upcoming holiday season, the City of New Orleans is taking safety precautions into 2021.Beau Tidwell, Communications director for New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, stated during a press conference on Tuesday that while Mardi Gras celebrations aren’t necessarily cancelled, the traditional practices are sure to look different next year. The city can’t exactly cancel all celebrations of Mardi Gras, given that it is a religious holiday, but those looking to don their beads for the large crowds may have to modify their plans for the February event.

Eminem recently paid a visit to Lil Wayne's Young Money Radio on Apple Music, where he discussed a range of topics, including the new Michael Jordan documentary, Googling his own lyrics, connecting with fans, and more.Em's visit to Young Money Radio on Friday (May 8) marked the show's third episode. Past shows featured interviews with Drake, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell and sports star Deion Sanders, among others.Here are some highlights from Weezy's interview with Eminem.Eminem on the Michael Jordan Last Dance documentary"It's incredible, there's so much shit that I didn't even know too.

Hip-hop mogul Bryan ‘Birdman’ Williams has offered to cover the cost of rent for everyone in need, due to the coronavirus pandemic, in the Uptown New Orleans neighbourhood where he was born and raised.

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