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Jonathan Majors ‘built’ whole new villain as Kang the Conqueror for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania – despite already making his MCU debut

*Warning: Loki season 1 spoilers*New Marvel supervillain actor Jonathan Majors has revealed he ‘built’ his character of Kang the Conqueror from the ground up for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, even though he made his MCU debut back in 2021.The latest Marvel blockbuster release sees hero Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) stuck in the Quantum Realm alongside his family, including daughter Cassie (Kathryn Newton), partner Hope Van Dyne/Wasp (Evangeline Lilly), and her parents, Dr Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Janet (Michelle Pfeiffer).Janet was rescued in the previous movie after being trapped there for 30 years, and Quantumania sheds light on what she was up to during that time – and who she met.In the role of Kang, Majors is being set up for a Phase Five story arc that will also include him in the next two Avengers movies as the latest big bad.However, with things as wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey as they already are thanks to the Marvel Multiverse, Majors previously appeared as Kang variant He Who Remains on the TV show Loki with Tom Hiddleston back in 2021.Asked if he took anything from his approach to his character to Loki over to Quantumania, the actor revealed it was all different.Speaking exclusively to Metro.co.uk at the UK gala screening, he said: ‘The thing is that for the missions of the Kangdom it’s important to build all the guys separately, build everything separately, and let them have their own life and their own understanding.
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Jonathan Majors ‘built’ whole new villain as Kang the Conqueror for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania – despite already making his MCU debut
*Warning: Loki season 1 spoilers*New Marvel supervillain actor Jonathan Majors has revealed he ‘built’ his character of Kang the Conqueror from the ground up for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, even though he made his MCU debut back in 2021.The latest Marvel blockbuster release sees hero Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) stuck in the Quantum Realm alongside his family, including daughter Cassie (Kathryn Newton), partner Hope Van Dyne/Wasp (Evangeline Lilly), and her parents, Dr Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Janet (Michelle Pfeiffer).Janet was rescued in the previous movie after being trapped there for 30 years, and Quantumania sheds light on what she was up to during that time – and who she met.In the role of Kang, Majors is being set up for a Phase Five story arc that will also include him in the next two Avengers movies as the latest big bad.However, with things as wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey as they already are thanks to the Marvel Multiverse, Majors previously appeared as Kang variant He Who Remains on the TV show Loki with Tom Hiddleston back in 2021.Asked if he took anything from his approach to his character to Loki over to Quantumania, the actor revealed it was all different.Speaking exclusively to Metro.co.uk at the UK gala screening, he said: ‘The thing is that for the missions of the Kangdom it’s important to build all the guys separately, build everything separately, and let them have their own life and their own understanding.
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Julia Fox debuts red hair transformation as she drags life-sized latex doll through streets of New York
Julia Fox step out in New York with her hair dyed a totally new colour on Wednesday, but the star also debuted a totally new accessory: a life-sized, latex-clad doll that doubles up as a handbag.The Uncut Gems actress was spotted strutting around the Big Apple with her arm weaved through two straps connected to the doll, which also had a large zip running down its side.Julia, 33, and her handbag were twinning during their outing, with Julia also wearing plenty of latex and towering platforms that were almost identical to the ones worn by her bag.The mum-of-one hasn’t specified on social media where she bought the show-stopping item, but whoever’s in charge of American Horror Story’s props cupboard might want to check their inventory.Almost as eye-catching as her outfits were Julia’s new, flame-hued tresses and matching eyebrows. It’s unclear exactly when the star dyed her hair, but it was likely overnight, as she was still sporting brunette locks when out and about in New York on Tuesday.Living legend Julia, who was shot to stardom in early 2022 thanks to her brief six-week relationship with Kanye West, has certainly managed to keep up interest in her life since then.She recently shared an apartment tour video that went viral after people were surprised by its modest appearance.Shutting down sceptics’ claims that she’s worth $30million while explaining why she chose not to upsize, the mum explained that she didn’t want her toddler Valentino to ‘grow up and be a p***k’.S Club 7's Tina Barrett shatters illusion behind cult classic TV show Miami 7Amanda Holden suffers awkward wardrobe malfunction during Britain's Got Talent auditionsCreed stars Michael B.
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Emily Ratajkowski and new boyfriend Eric Andre bare all in daring Valentine’s Day snap, and we don’t know where to look
Emily Ratajkowski and her new boyfriend Eric Andre appeared to make their relationship Instagram official with an X-rated snap.The 31-year-old supermodel and 39-year-old funnyman were first spotted together in early Jan and have been pretty inseparable ever since, however, the duo were yet to confirm their relationship status.But Eric seemed to address his rumoured romance with the Gone Girl actress on social media.To celebrate the annual day of love, the comedian posted a picture of himself in the nude with a heart with arrow emoji carefully placed over his manhood.It was also evident that the pair enjoyed a bottle of wine, while clothes were scattered on the rug.In the corner, Emily is seen posing in the mirror selfie in the buff with the caption simply reading: ‘Happy Valentine’s Day.’Emily has been taking us along for the ride as she got back into dating following her split from husband Sebastian Bear-McClard in September last year.The model and author, who was recently linked to Pete Davidson, believes some guys ‘truly think they want’ an independent partner but ultimately don’t enjoy feeling ’emasculated’ and the relationship then goes downhill.Speaking to guest Olivia Ponton on her High Low with EmRata podcast this week, activist Emily said: ‘They’re like, “You’re special. You’ve done it.”‘They love it, then [they] slowly get emasculated, and they don’t know what to do with those feelings, and they resent you, and then they start to tear you down.
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Justin Bieber officially cancels world tour to ‘prioritise health’ following facial paralysis
Justin Bieber has announced the rest of his world tour will be cancelled as the singer continues to face health battles. The Peaches hitmaker recently resumed his mammoth world tour with performances in Italy and the Rock In Rio festival in Brazil. This month, he was due to fly over to Dubai, Tel Aviv and Bahrain for a set of three performances until October 13. However, it has been confirmed that Justin will no longer fulfil the commitments in order to recover after suffering facial paralysis earlier this year. A statement shared on the singer’s social media and website read: ‘Justin Bieber today announced that the remaining dates of his WORLD TOUR are being postponed. ‘The tour, originally slated to begin in 2020 before being postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, kicked off in February of this year in San Diego, CA and made stops in ten countries across three continents. ‘On September 6, Justin first announced he was taking a break from touring to make his health a priority.’ It continued: ‘That news was followed on September 15 by his announcement of the cancellation of twelve dates running through October 18. With today’s announcement, these remaining dates are officially postponed.
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Britney Spears goes completely nude on beach once again as she defies haters with series of confident snaps
Britney Spears has become somewhat famous for her risqué snaps, and she’s back again with a series of nude pics.The Toxic hitmaker, 40, has been embracing her freedom this year since her 13-year conservatorship ended last November, now travelling the world and spending time with husband Sam Asghari, 28.Britney and Sam – who met during filming for her Slumber Party music video in 2016 – are soaking up the sun in topical climates once more, giving fans a glimpse inside their sunny getaway.Making everyone green with envy, the pop queen shared a selection of snaps from a gorgeous beach, although, we doubt anyone was really admiring the golden sand or clear waters.Britney posed confidently for a naked shoot on the beach, with just an oversized sun hat (and some SPF, hopefully) for protection.Don’t worry, this is no Tommy Lee situation, as the star made sure to protect her modesty by covering her private parts with heart emoji.Hey, at least she won’t get tan lines!One snap shows Britney with her hands covering her chest while she kneels down in the sand, while another shows her laying down, throwing her head back and eyes closed, basking in the sunshine.The photo series was without captions but we doubt any words were really needed.Brit did share some other snaps amongst the nude ones too, including a short clip of her strutting around on the sand in a printed shirt and shorts, as well as a pic of her hat and sunglasses alongside a bottle fizz.Of course, fans flocked to the comments section with plenty to say about the singer’s latest nude shots, especially as there looked to be people in the sea behind her in the background.‘The people in the background will have a story to share for generations to come,’ one person wrote,
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Angelina Jolie accused of ‘hate campaign’ against Brad Pitt amid bombshell attack allegations
Angelina Jolie has been accused of staging a ‘hate campaign’ against ex-husband Brad Pitt, it has been claimed.The former couple are currently locked in a tumultuous custody battle over their six children, following their split in 2016.On Tuesday, the Changeling actress claimed that her former partner drunkenly attacked her and their kids while travelling on a private plane in that same year – allegations he has denied.An insider has now claimed that Jolie built a smear campaign, attempting to paint her former partner as an abuser, which has impacted his relationship with their brood, Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne and Knox.He has a ‘limited and strained relationship, because of her campaign of alienation,’ a source told TMZ.They also claimed that she ‘wants revenge’ against Pitt, who has been left ‘deeply wounded’ by the reports.The former couple started dating in 2005 and announced their engagement in 2012, after a seven-year relationship, and tied the knot two years later.Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, with a judge declaring them legally single in 2019.Since their split, they have been embroiled in legal battles concerning the custody of their children, as well as a dispute over Chateau Miraval, a winery they purchased together.New legal documents filed by the Maleficent star – in the ongoing lawsuit over the Chataeu – allege that there was a heated incident during a plane ride in September, 2016, during which the Ocean’s Eleven actor ‘grabbed Jolie by the head and shook her, and then grabbed her shoulders and shook her again before pushing her into the bathroom wall.‘Pitt then punched the ceiling of the plane numerous times, prompting Jolie to leave the bathroom.’After one of their children came to her
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Pierce Brosnan gets ‘emergency restraining order’ against ‘stalker living outside Malibu home’
James Bond star currently has a house in Malibu with his wife, Keely, and their two children, Dylan and Paris.According to reports, the 69-year-old had called the police over a woman who has allegedly been living in a car near his property.In documents, obtained by the Blast, he alleged that the unnamed woman ‘has been stalking me and my family’ in the US.‘She originally said she was looking for Dick Van Dyke (she has a tattoo of him on her arm) but when she found me and my family, she stayed in front of our house,’ he reportedly said in the paperwork.‘She gave me two odd notes, said she needed $1,500 for new tires, and gave me a drawing she did of me.’Pierce said that he called the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department twice in a bid to remove the women, but they were unable to arrest her just for being outside his property.Instead, they are thought to have advised him to file a civil restraining order, with a judge granting an emergency court order, meaning the woman cannot contact the Hollywood icon or his family, or harass them in any way.She has also allegedly been ordered to keep 400 yards away from his home, and any school or job connected to his children.A formal hearing will reportedly be held on October 25 where Pierce can petition for a more extensive restraining order, lasting up to five years.Despite boasting a huge screen career that has spanned decades – and being a part of one of the biggest film franchises in history – he has remained fiercely private about his family life.The actor was previously married to Australian actress Cassandra Harris, with the couple welcoming son Sean together, and he also adopted her children, Charlotte and Harris.Disgraced entertainer Rolf Harris ‘under 24-hour care with
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Gigi Hadid slates ‘bully’ Kanye West after he lashed out at White Lives Matter jumper critic: ‘You have no idea’
Kanye West after he ripped into a critic of his White Lives Matter jumper.The rapper sparked fury at his Yeezy Paris Fashion Week show on Monday, when he appeared in a sweater adorned with the controversial slogan.Models also posed in jumpers carrying the phrase as they hit the catwalk, leaving the audience – made up of some of the biggest names in fashion – stunned.In the wake of the show, Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, a stylist and global Vogue contributing editor, made her feelings known about the garments, describing them as ‘indefensible behavior’.Responding to the backlash, the 45-year-old branded the Black Lives Matter movement a ‘scam’, before taking aim at those who spoke out against him.Sharing a photo of Gabriella on his Instagram page, Ye mocked: ‘This is not a fashion person You speak on Ye Ima speak on you Ask Trevor Noah.’‘I KNOOOOOOW ANNA HAAAATES THESE BOOTS,’ he continued beside a close-up of her shoes, before sharing a screenshot of a text exchange in which he was asked not to insult her.Gigi ripped into the dad-of-four in the comments section below that particular post, describing him as a ‘bully and a joke’.‘You wish u had a percentage of her intellect,’ the supermodel fumed. ‘You have no idea haha….‘If there’s actually a point to any of your s**t she might be the only person that could save u [sic].‘As if the “honor” of being invited to your show should keep someone from giving their opinion ..?‘Lol.
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Maroon 5 announce Las Vegas residency after Adam Levine affair claims
he had an affair with Instagram model Sumner Stroh, bringing his marriage to Behati Prinsloo under the microscope.He denied all allegations against him but admitted that he ‘crossed the line’ with some flirty messages.Throughout the drama, the frontman has not stopped working and will be taking to the stage with his bandmates on October 1 in Las Vegas, for a performance to honor Shaquille O’Neal’s foundation.He might want to get comfortable in Vegas as the group announced they will be headlining a residency at Dolby Live in Park MGM.In a new post, reading M5LV The Residency, they penned: ‘M5LV • THE RESIDENCY We’re headed back to Vegas!‘Tickets on sale Monday Oct 3 at 10AM PT.’The performances will kick off on March 24, 2023, and run until August 12, with a huge break in the middle.Adam’s marriage to Victoria’s Secret model Behati – who is currently expecting their third child – was thrown into the spotlight earlier this month after Sumner came forward on Monday, alleging she had an affair with the Girls Like You musician.In a video on TikTok, she said that she felt ‘exploited’ by the situation, and claimed that he later asked if he could name their third child after her.Since her allegations came to light, other women have claimed that they also received flirty DMs from the dad-of-two.Adam addressed the accusations shortly after, insisting that he did not have an affair.‘A lot is being said about me right now and I want to clear the air.
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Please don’t stop the music! Rihanna fuels speculation new tunes are coming as she joins A$AP Rocky at studio after Super Bowl announcement
Super Bowl Halftime show next year – and we have every reason to believe new music could be on the way.Fans of the Umbrella hitmaker have endured quite the drought over recent years, as Rihanna’s last album was Anti in 2016, and she’s only dropped a handful of singles since then.But fans are speculating that new music could be on the way in time for her Super Bowl gig, which will be her first major performance since the Grammys in 2018.Rihanna herself is only adding fuel to that fire, having been spotted at a recording studio with boyfriend A$AP Rocky in New York City on Monday (September 26).The 34-year-old kept it lowkey in a casual tracksuit and baseball cap as she entered the studio, carrying her belongings in an oversized purple Chanel bag.Meanwhile, A$AP – real name Rakim Athelaston Mayers – also wore printed joggers with a satin khaki bomber jacket.It’s not known whether Rihanna is the one getting into the booth to work on new tunes, or whether her rapper boyfriend – with whom she welcomed her first child earlier this year – is the one on the mic.But, with Rih’s Halftime Show approaching, we are cautiously optimistic.Plus, she did tease new music earlier this year, assuring her fans in an interview with Entertainment Tonight: ‘Well, yes.
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Gwyneth Paltrow is a golden goddess as she marks 50th birthday with stunning nude shoot
Gwyneth Paltrow celebrated turning 50 in the most iconic way possible, by stripping naked for a stunning photoshoot.The Iron Man actress marked her milestone birthday today by giving all of us a gift, unveiling the portraits on Instagram.Much of her body was painted gold for the shoot, and she strategically covered her modesty in front of the camera.Petition to replace the current Oscars statuette for this instead, anyone?The birthday girl let her picture do the talking, simply captioning the upload: ‘⭐️50⭐️.’Fans and famous friends flooded Gwyneth’s comments section with a heap of praise and birthday messages.Reese Witherspoon led the way, replying: ‘Oh YES to this!!’‘Yes mama,’ Naomi Watts agreed. ‘Happy birthday QUEEN.’Martine McCutcheon commented: ‘If this is 50 then I can’t wait! What a woman you are! Thank you for sharing so much of what you’ve learned with us – You make women feel good and have empowered so many.‘What an inspiration you are! Lots of love from Blighty @gwynethpaltrow You rock!’‘If I looked like this at 50, I would walk around naked PERMANENTLY,’ a follower joked.’Another yelled: ‘YOU BETTA SHUT DOWN THE INTERNET FRIEND!!!! Let ‘em know, GP! Happy Born Day, friend!!’One posted: ‘Happy Birthday to the trailblazer that has mastered the art of living well beautifully!!!! Love you @gwynethpaltrow happy 50!!!!!!!!!!’In preparation for her big day, Gwyneth took the opportunity to look back on the last five decades, writing an essay as she reflected on her life and past mistakes.In a candid post on her lifestyle website Goop, she vowed that she had ‘learned from them all’. ‘I have hurt people, never intentionally, but I have done so just the same.
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Glowing Kelly Osbourne cradles baby bump as she joins Jada Pinkett Smith for Red Table Talk
Jada Pinkett Smith for the latest episode of Red Table Talk.The 37-year-old – daughter of Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne – is set to welcome her first child very soon, with boyfriend Sid Wilson.She confirmed her baby news earlier this year, sharing photos of her baby scan on Instagram, but has kept a low profile ever since.The expectant mom gave a glimpse of her growing baby bump in a rare public appearance for Red Table Talk, as she took over hosting duties from Willow Smith.In a very brief teaser clip ahead of the full instalment dropping tomorrow, an excited Jada said: ‘Come out here, mom-to-be, Kelly Osbourne. Look at you!’Kelly then made her way onto the stage, cradling her stomach in a black dress, paired with a black bow in her trademark purple hair.Fans were living for the footage, celebrating the Fashion Police star in the comments section below.‘So excited for Kelly! She wanted to be a mom for so long,’ one penned.Another agreed: ‘Yay can’t wait she looks so good.’A follower added: ‘I love that for her!!!’Despite growing up in the public eye, and starring on The Osbournes with her equally iconic family, Kelly has kept much her private life behind closed doors.In a previous episode of Red Table Talk, which premiered last June, she opened up about her desire to have a family of her own.‘Yes, I feel very behind.
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Britney Spears would rather ‘s**t in her pool’ than return to spotlight after conservatorship ordeal
Britney Spears has vowed that she will not rejoin the entertainment industry following her conservatorship ordeal.The Toxic singer, who recently released new music with Elton John, shared a furious message on Instagram, discussing some of the lowest points in her conservatorship battle.In the rant, the 40-year-old claimed that her family ‘locked her up’ for four months and even had her door taken away for ‘privacy’, suggesting a star like Jennifer Lopez would never be treated in a similar way.‘After 14 years of telling me no to what I wanted… it’s ruined for me… but that wasn’t the worst part…,’ she said. ‘The worst part was my family locking me up in that place for 4 months… Jesus f***ing Christ… I’d like to see somebody tell Jennifer Lopez to sit down 8 hours a day 7 days a week…‘No car, own security of 5 years telling me at my own door I can’t walk outside for 4 months…no door for privacy… and watched me change naked and shower…‘And no a**holes not 6 gallons of blood… 6 vials of blood the small tubes but come on every f**king week took me abruptly off me medication I was normally on and drugged me on lithium…‘I’d like to see a management team tell Jennifer Lopez to go through what I went through… What the f**k do you think she would do… Her family would never allow that.’Britney then reiterated her previous comments, emphasizing how little she wants to be back in the spotlight.‘Pssss… you say do what you want to do now… Really 14 years later after being humiliated… it’s WAY too late for that…,’ she continued.‘Again I’d rather stay home and s**t in my f**king pool than join the entertainment business… The truth is a f**king b***h.
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Police ‘perform welfare check’ on Aaron Carter after he sparks concern on Instagram
TMZ, officials explained that people called in with fears that he was ‘possibly overdosing on social media’.When officers and the fire department arrived at his property, in Lancaster, California, there was initially no answer at the door.The publication reports that he explained he had been sleeping at the time before letting them in – where they found no signs of drug use or criminal activity.This is allegedly not the first time that his Instagram followers have contacted the police out of fear for his actions on social media.Carter later claimed that he was a ‘troll hunter’ and had actually sprayed air freshener as a joke.‘I’m tired of people coming after me so I trolled everybody,’ he told TMZ.The musician, younger brother of Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter, addressed his huffing addiction for the first time during a two-part special of Doctors, in 2019.‘It’s something that I’ve kept secret from the whole world until now,’ he said at the time, explaining that he started huffing when he was ‘about 16’, but didn’t ‘really touch it’ until he was 23.‘I started going to Staples and Office Depot, and different places, buying it with cash so it wouldn’t be reported on receipts or anything like that, so no one could trace me,’ he said.Khloe Kardashian cosies up to 365 Days actor Michele Morrone in MilanMolly-Mae Hague pregnant and expecting first child with boyfriend Tommy FuryJake Paul’s savage dig at Tommy Fury after Molly-Mae Hague pregnancy news‘I was huffing because I was really f**king stupid and sad, but this is really no excuse.‘I was huffing because I’m a drug addict.’Last week, Carter shared that he was coming up on ‘five years clean’, adding that he is ‘doing good and staying strong’.
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