Last Week's 10 Pop Culture Bytes
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- Jan 7, 2024
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Last week's Top 10 Pop Culture Bytes:
Here is a list of last week's top 10 pop culture moments curated by your favorite internet goblin.
Steven Yuen No Longer Involved in Marvel Movie
Big news in the superhero world – Steven Yeun is out of Marvel's "Thunderbolts" film! Though Marvel never officially spilled the beans on his casting, rumors have been swirling since February. Now, it's uncertain whether Yeun's role will be recast or if there's a major plot twist in the works. "Thunderbolts" promises an epic mashup of Marvel characters, but the production hit a snag with the WGA strike, pausing in May. We're eagerly waiting for updates on this antihero extravaganza, helmed by "Paper Towns" director Jake Schreier and featuring a star-studded cast. Check out the full story here.
Photo courtesy of: Greg Swales for Variety
Kim Kardashian Mobile Game Taken Down
Major news alert: Kim Kardashian's iconic Hollywood mobile game is shutting down after nearly a decade of A-list adventures. 📱✨ Since 2014, we've been living our best virtual lives, climbing the social ladder and rubbing shoulders with Khloé Kardashian and Kris Jenner. The game's already disappeared from app stores, but don't panic – existing players can keep strutting their stuff until April 8. Check out the full story here.
Photo courtesy of: Getty Images
Gypsy Rose Blanchard's First Instagram Selfie
Gypsy Rose Blanchard, recently granted parole following an eight-year sentence for second-degree murder, took to Instagram to mark her release with a post captioned "First selfie of freedom!" The 32-year-old, whose case gained notoriety through documentaries like "Mommy Dead and Dearest" and Hulu's "The Act," received supportive comments from notable figures such as King Princess and Petra Collins. Observers also noted her use of the recently released pink iPhone 15. Blanchard's story revolves around allegations of abuse and her mother's purported Munchausen by proxy disorder. Check out the full story here.
Photo courtesy of: Instagram
Voice Actress Who Played Coco's Grandmother Has Passed Away
The legendary Mexican actress Ana Ofelia Murguía, who stole our hearts as Mama Coco in Disney Pixar's "Coco," has left us at the age of 90. 🎬💔 The Mexican National Institute of Fine Arts dropped the news on socials on January 2nd. Check out the full story here.
Photos courtesy of: INBAMX/INSTAGRAM, PIXARCOCO/INSTAGRAM
Amber Heard Emerges From The Shadows and Posts On Instagram
Amber Heard, breaking her six-month Instagram hiatus, just dropped some behind-the-scenes pictures from the set of Aquaman 2! 🌊🔱 She also went on to tweet about Aquaman 2, where she received support from other Hollywood celebrities.
Photos courtesy of: Instagram and Twitter (X lol)
Mickey Mouse Enters Public Domain
Big news: Mickey Mouse, the OG of cartoons, has broken free! 🌟 Walt Disney's iconic creation, introduced in the 1928 classic "Steamboat Willie," has stepped into the public domain when the copyright clock ran out in 2023. From a legal standpoint, individuals are now permitted to copy and reproduce the 1928 rendition of Mickey Mouse without requiring explicit permission. Check out the full story here.
Christian Oliver and Daughters Perish In Airplane Crash
Heartbreaking news. On January 4th, German actor Christian Oliver, the actor from Speed Racer and Valkyrie, lost his life in a devastating plane crash in the Caribbean. Alongside him, his two daughters, Madita and Annik, and the pilot, Robert Sachs, also didn't make it. The tight-knit community on the tiny island of Bequia jumped into action to help after the aircraft went down. Local divers and the SVG Coast Guard bravely worked to recover the victims. Christian Oliver starred in Netflix's Sense8 and did some video game voice acting. Tributes are pouring in for the actor, and our thoughts go out to his family and loved ones during this heartbreaking time. Check out the full story here.
The White Lotus Season 3 Cast Announced
Season Three of The White Lotus features six new cast members. The newcomers include:
Parker Posey
Jason Isaacs
Leslie Bibb
Dom Hetrakul
Michelle Monaghan
Tayme Thapthimthong
Natasha Rothwell is set to reprise her role as Belinda, the spa manager from previous seasons.
Photo courtesy of: RONDA CHURCHILL/AFP/GETTY IMAGES; EMMA MCINTYRE/GETTY IMAGES; KAYLA OADDAMS/WIREIMAGE
Bill Clinton, Stephen Hawking, and Donald Trump Linked To Jeffrey Epstein
We're only a month into 2024, and the year's already serving up one of the biggest scandals of the decade. A New York court just spilled the tea on the infamous Jeffrey Epstein case, dropping the names of 170 high-profile individuals from the realms of politics, science, and business. And we're not talking small fry – we've got former US Presidents Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, even the legendary Stephen Hawking in the mix! The court decided to go all-in, making nearly 1,000 pages of jaw-dropping statements and gory details about Epstein's network public. Hold tight for more updates as this wild ride unfolds! Check out the full story here.
Rage Against the Machine Breaks Up (Again)
Hold onto your rage, but it looks like the Machine is powering down for good on live performances! In a heartfelt Instagram post, drummer Brad Wilk dropped the bomb, revealing that Rage Against the Machine won't be hitting the stage again.
"I'm sorry for those of us who have been waiting for this to happen," he expressed sadly. He also thanked the loyal fanbase, adding, "I really wish it was..."
This isn't the first time the band has hit pause – it seems like the third round in their temporary disbandment saga. From a 2000 breakup to the 2011 split, and then the 2019 comeback that got postponed to 2022 due to the pandemic, RATM sure knows how to keep us on the edge of our seats. Check out the full story here.
Photo courtesy of: WME
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