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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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Cardi B ‘avoids jail time after pleading guilty’ to 2018 strip club brawl
Cardi B has pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges after a fight broke out in a strip club, it has been claimed.In 2018, the WAP rapper was arrested for a ‘brawl’ at a strip club, after she allegedly ordered an attack on two bartenders, over claims that one slept with her husband, Offset.The situation is thought to have escalated, with 29-year-old allegedly throwing a hookah at them.She appeared in court earlier today, where she reportedly confessed to assault in the third degree and reckless endangerment in the second degree.Cardi, real name Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar, was seen making her way into Queens Superior Court, looking typically understated in a cream dress and sunglasses, with huge fake nails and a giant diamond ring.According to multiple US reports, the mom-of-two pleaded guilty to two both charges but managed to escape jail time.Instead, she has been placed on an order of protection for three years – requiring her to stay away from the two women – and community service.When asked if she understood the terms of the plea agreement, by Justice Michelle Johnson, she reportedly replied: ‘Yes.’Court proceedings were originally due to begin on Monday, with jury selection slated to start tomorrow.Cardi’s day in court comes after she took a moment to surprise the students and staff members of her old school with a visit.The Bodak Yellow star was pictured in the halls of I.S.
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Blake Lively is pregnant! Gossip Girl actress expecting fourth child with husband Ryan Reynolds
Blake Lively is pregnant with her fourth child, with husband Ryan Reynolds.The Gossip Girl actress, 35, confirmed the news while at the Forbes Power Women’s Summit in New York, unveiling her growing baby bump on the red carpet.She was truly glowing as she posed in front of photographers, dressing her bump in a sequin-embellished mini dress.The expectant mom completed the look with a white headband and scarf, with matching sky-high heels.Blake and Ryan are already parents to three daughters, James, Inez and Betty.However, the smitten couple make sure to keep their private lives firmly behind closed doors.In fact, they very rarely share pictures of their brood on their social media accounts.Ryan and Blake first met in 2010, on the set of Green Lantern, and went public with their romance the following year.In 2012, they tied the knot in a ceremony in California.The couple welcomed their eldest daughter, James, in 2014, before expanding their family once again with Inez in 2016, and Betty, in 2019.Ryan recently opened up about their family life, explaining that he will be taking a back seat from acting to spend more time with his kids.The Deadpool actor told LinkedIn News of his decision, revealing that he also wants to focus on other projects away from the camera.‘Well, I’ve done a lot of [acting],’ he said.
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Ozzy Osbourne vows to perform on tour amid devastating health issues: ‘Even if I have to be nailed to a board and wheeled on’
Ozzy Osbourne has shared his determination to return to the stage after a series of devastating health issues.The Black Sabbath frontman, who has been living with Parkinson’s disease for nearly two decades, was forced to take time out of the spotlight due to a string of difficulties.He also underwent multiple operations after falling in 2019 and has been recovering from a ‘nightmare’ surgery ever since.After taking to the stage at the Commonwealth Games closing ceremony, the 73-year-old has set his sights on performing in front of a crowd once again with his brand new album.‘I am determined to get back on stage even if I have to be nailed to a board and wheeled on,’ he vowed in a new interview. ‘Survival is my legacy.’Ozzy has faced huge health issues over recent years and recalled the moment he fell while making his way to the bathroom, which impacted old injuries to his neck and back from an accident 16 years prior.He underwent surgery that ‘really messed me up’ soon after, and has been back under the knife twice since, with Sharon previously explaining that his most recent procedure could ‘determine the rest of his life’.Despite his difficulties, the musician dazzled the crowds during his surprise Commonwealth Games set last month.‘I’ve never been this laid up,’ he continued to People Magazine.
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Britney Spears ‘would never intentionally body shame anybody’ as she addresses criticism over Christina Aguilera dancers remark
Britney Spears has responded to criticism after a comment she made regarding Christina Aguilera’s dancers, saying she would ‘never intentionally body shame anybody’.In a recent Instagram post, Britney, 40, shared a picture of a quote that read: ‘I found there was only one way to look thin: hang out with fat people,’ before writing in her caption: ‘If I had Christina Aguilera’s dancers I would have looked extremely small.’Several of her fans interpreted this part of her caption as the Toxic singer body-shaming Christina’s dancers, with one saying they felt ‘disappointed’ in the musician.In a new statement, she’s since addressed the backlash, emphasising that she was ‘by no means’ being ‘critical of Christina’s beautiful body’.‘I flew to see her show once and the main thing I noticed was the difference of our people on stage !!! By no means did I even mention Christina, look at my post !!!’ she continued.‘I was inspired by her show and she is a beautiful woman of power … Thank you @xtina for inspiring me !!!’Britney stressed that she was ‘not trying to be critical of anybody’, outlining how what she posts on social media is a ‘projection of the insecurities’ that she deals with in her life.‘I would never intentionally body shame anybody because I know what it feels like … I struggle with this because of how I feel about myself, not because I hate how anybody looks …’ she stated.A number of Britney’s fans commented on the post expressing their support for the star, with one writing: ‘Yes Britney! Spread the love!’‘Thank you for saying this.
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Emmy Awards 2022: Kaley Cuoco and boyfriend Tom Pelphrey look smitten as they make red carpet debut
Kaley Cuoco made her red carpet debut with new boyfriend Tom Pelphrey as they popped up at the 2022 Emmy Awards.The Big Bang Theory star made her romance official with the Ozark actor back in May, and they have been inseparable ever since.They cemented their romance in front of the cameras as they posed for pictures together, before making their way into the Microsoft Theatre, in Los Angeles.Kaley, who has been nominated for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for The Flight Attendant, donned a ruffled pink gown with floral detail and a mini skirt.Her beau opted for a smart black suit and tie, paired with shiny shoes.The couple were first linked in May and she made their relationship Instagram official shortly after, posting a sharing a set of photos of them cuddling, including a shot of him kissing her on the cheek.‘The sun breaks through the clouds, rays of gold slipping into my eyes and heart, rays of yellow to break the grey,’ she captioned the photo.Kaley recently heaped praise on Tom on Instagram while marking his 40th birthday, declaring that he ‘saved’ her.‘To the incredible man that saved me in all the ways..,’ she wrote at the time. ‘Happy birthday, baby!‘To know you, is to truly adore you… the world lit up the day you were born.
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R Kelly juror ‘suffers panic attack’ amid closing arguments before being excused: ‘She can’t go on one minute more’
A juror in R Kelly’s latest criminal trial has been dismissed from the case after reportedly suffering a panic attack. The I Believe I Can Fly singer – real name Robert Sylvester Kelly – is currently facing child pornography and obstruction of justice charges in Chicago. Kelly, 55, is facing 13 counts including creating and receiving child pornography, obstruction of justice and enticing minors into sexual activity.He has denied all charges.It is separate to Kelly’s New York trial in June, which culminated with the singer being sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. On Monday, the prosecution rested their case before the defence teams began their closing arguments. However, one of the jurors – a white woman reported to work for a public library – is said to have suffered a panic attack during a break in proceedings. According to the Chicago Tribune, the juror told courtroom personnel that she ‘doesn’t think she can go on one minute more’ and that even waiting overnight would not help. US District Judge Harry Leinenweber reportedly informed the courtroom that, following a short discussion, the woman was being replaced by an alternate juror, with her stand-in said to be a white man possibly in his 60s. ‘My inclination is to excuse her,’ Leinenweber reportedly told the court.It’s said that both jurors stated they have not seen the docu-series Surviving R Kelly, which features multiple claims of sexual abuse from women about the R&B singer. Monday’s court proceedings featured around four hours of closing arguments, with prosecutors kicking off the day followed by the lawyer for Kelly’s ex-business manager, Derrel McDavid, and former employee Milton ‘June’
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Ricky Martin sues nephew for $20,000,000 after claims of sexual relationship and restraining order
Ricky Martin has reportedly filed a $20million (£17.4million) lawsuit against his nephew who made claims that he was involved in a sexual relationship with the singer. In July, the Livin La Vida Loca hitmaker was subject of a restraining order filed by his nephew, 21, alleging the romantic relationship. Martin, 50, vehemently denied the claims and his nephew’s lawyer subsequently requested that the restraining order be withdrawn, which a judge in Puerto Rico granted. The singer was later seen in a video from the remote court hearing explaining how the allegations had impacted his life. It’s now reported that Martin is suing his nephew for extortion, malicious persecution and abuse of law. The lawsuit states that Martin has been ‘persecuted, besieged, harassed, stalked and extorted’ by his nephew, who has reportedly continued to communicate with the singer via text message with threats to ‘assassinate his reputation’ unless ‘he is economically compensated’. In the documents, filed in the US territory’s Court of First Instance, it’s claimed the nephew sent up to 10 messages a day to Martin between October 2021 and January 2022, many of which are described as ‘meaningless diatribes without any particular purpose’. However, it’s said that the text messages from the nephew stopped until this summer when he filed for a restraining order. The relative, who has not been named, is also accused of publishing Martin’s private phone number on social media forcing him to change it. In the suit, it’s noted how the nephew claimed Martin ‘did not accept that the alleged relationship ended’, but the singer’s attorneys state ‘nothing could be further from the truth’. Martin claims to have suffered losses of $10m (£8.7m) in income, and
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Leonardo DiCaprio’s ex-girlfriend Kristen Zang, 48, slams ‘ageist’ comments after actor splits from Camila Morrone, 25
Leonardo DiCaprio’s former girlfriend Kristen Zang has voiced her frustration around the ‘ageist’ comments she’s noticed since Leo and girlfriend Camila Morrone broke up.The Titanic actor’s relationship with Camila began in 2017, and had raised eyebrows initially thanks to their 22-year age difference, with it being a long-running internet joke that Leo doesn’t date anyone over the age of 25.Leo, 47, and Camila, 25, broke up earlier this summer, reportedly days after her birthday, leading to more than a few headlines and an absolute barrage of memes.Now Kristen, 48, has opened up on her own relationship with the actor, with the pair having dated for four years in the 1990s, just as Leo was becoming a household name.She said the narrative around the ages of the women Leo tends to date had made her feel ‘compelled to share a few things,’ and began by saying she and the Beach star had met as teenagers and began dating at 21.They broke up, Kristen said, a few months after her 25th birthday, adding: ‘ha, I know what you’re thinking,’ and insisted it was a choice she made.Writing an essay in People, Kristen said the Wolf of Wall Street star was ‘a very sweet and thoughtful boyfriend,’ but admitted she was frustrated by the messaging around his most recent breakup.‘I read the headlines and online comments with his most recent ex girlfriend being referred to as having “aged out” or being “too old for Leo at 25,” puh-lease (insert dramatic eye roll),’ she wrote.‘I think we can and should do better.
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Elton John wants to ‘enlighten everybody’ that Britney Spears is ‘one of great pop stars of the world’
Elton John has said he collaborated with Britney Spears as he wanted to ‘enlighten everybody’ that she is ‘one of the great pop stars of the world.’Britney has been an absolute pop icon for over 20 years, with millions of fans all around the world, so plenty of people likely knew this already.But it’s clear Sir Elton has now also joined the ranks of her fanclub and is singing Britney’s praises from the rooftops.He and Britney last month released their much-anticipated song Hold Me Closer, the Toxic singer’s first new music in six years and her first release since the end of her 13-year conservatorship.The track – a remix of Sir Elton’s 1971 hit Tiny Dancer – proved instantly popular, shooting up the charts around the world.Sir Elton has now admitted he had hoped for the song to be successful to help the former teen idol gain back her confidence in the studio after a seriously difficult few years.Speaking to Zoe Ball on Radio 2’s Breakfast Show, Sir Elton said: ‘If anyone needs to have an arm put round her and to get back to what she does, it’s Britney.’The veteran musician, 75, added: ‘What I wanted to do when she completed (the song) was to enlighten everybody that this is one of the great pop stars of the world, one of the biggest stars in the world.‘She needs to get back to that.
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No, Harry Styles didn’t spit on Chris Pine at the Don’t Worry Darling premiere so we can all calm down
supports HTML5 videoDon’t worry darling, Harry Styles officially did not spit on Chris Pine at Venice Film Festival premiere.Social media has been ablaze after that wild press conference and star-studded screening on Monday, with video footage allegedly showing the Watermelon Sugar singer ‘spitting’ on his co-star as they took their seats for a screening.Fans on Twitter have been divided for hours, scouring every millimeter of footage of proof of saliva leaving the 28-year-old’s mouth.However, a rep for Chris, 42, quashed all the drama, branding reports of a feud ‘ridiculous’.‘This is a ridiculous story — a complete fabrication and the result of an odd online illusion that is clearly deceiving and allows for foolish speculation,’ they said.‘Just to be clear, Harry Styles did not spit on Chris Pine.’‘There is nothing but respect between these two men and any suggestion otherwise is a blatant attempt to create drama that simply does not exist,’ they added to People Magazine.A spokesperson for Harry, who stars as Jack in the psychological thriller alongside Florence Pugh, also denied the incident to the Guardian.So, that’s that then.Although the musician didn’t spit on Chris, he did exchange some saliva with one of his co-stars at the ceremony, planting a kiss on Nick Kroll.Clearly overcome with emotion after Don’t Worry Darling received a standing ovation from the crowd, a delighted Harry made a beeline for his castmate, grabbing his face and kissing him.They also shared a hug as those around them cheered.This marks the former One Direction star’s third appearance on the big screen, following a stint in Dunkirk and a hugely celebrated cameo in the end credits scene of the Eternals.Don't worry darling, Harry Styles
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