Disney backtracks after ‘Snow White’ anti-woke backlash: Set pics were real

mad.” The R&B singer prompted an outcry among conservative listeners after walking back on a controversial comment he made about parenting within the transgender community.On Sunday, Ne-Yo, born Shaffer Chimere Smith, posted his 180-degree apology on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that he has always been “an advocate for love and inclusivity in the LGBTQ+ community.”Several fans of the “So Sick” singer slammed the apology claiming that the rapper had nothing to be sorry for. “Do not be weak Ne-Yo,” wrote conservative influencer and broadcaster Xaviaer DuRousseau.

Police officers have been told they cannot decorate their uniforms with rainbow badges and patches at this month's Manchester Pride.

Barr joked about holocaust denialism and Jews controlling the media. YouTube said the video — which was uploaded to comedian Theo Von’s channel — violated its hate speech policies and prevented him from uploading new content for a week.Amid the controversy, Musk backed Von’s support for Barr and chimed in, “Comedy is legal on this platform!” Enter Publicsq, founded by CEO Michael Seifert in 2021 with the aim of becoming the next big online shopping destination.

On the second season of the acclaimed TV show from executive producers Chris Miller, Phil Lord and Anthony King, Jack Whitehall plays the smug entrepreneur, Sebastian Drapewood, who gets caught up in the mystery surrounding the murder of Edgar Minnows (Zach Woods), after serving as the groom's best man before his untimely death.Not long after finding Edgar's body, Detective Danner (Tiffany Haddish) is called in to help Aniq (Sam Richardson) and Zoë (Zoë Chao) with solving the whodunnit before the authorities arrive. Sebastian's interrogation comes halfway through the season, following interviews with and revelations from the bride, Grace (Poppy Liu), Edgar's adopted sister, Hannah (Anna Konkle), and family friend, Travis (Paul Walter Hauser), with each of their stories told through specific genres, or what Miller calls, «mind films.» Zach Wood, John Cho, Zoe Chao, Paul Walter Hauser, Ken Jeong, Poppy Liu and Vivian Wu in 'The Afterparty' season 2.While recounting his version of events — which plays out like an type of heist or crime film during his interrogation — a number of things about Sebastian are revealed, including the fact he's the person seen streaking the night of the wedding by Vivian (Vivian Wu), Feng (Ken Jeong) and others.

Tributes have poured in for the “immensely talented” Euphoria star Angus Cloud following his tragic death at the age of 25. The US actor, who starred as the sweet natured drug dealer Fezco O’Neill on the popular HBO series, died on Monday. HBO said in a statement: “We are incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of Angus Cloud.

Shay Mitchell enjoyed a workout class at Hot Pilates in West Hollywood, California. Dwayne Johnson enjoyed a filet and sushi rolls at Mastro’s Steakhouse Beverly Hills in Beverly Hills, California.

Jeremy Renner is enjoying a night out on the town.

Bryan Cranston was one of many high-profile actors to hit the picket line in New York City on Tuesday, speaking at the SAG-AFTRA’s Rock the City for a Fair Contract rally.

A recently surfaced video of Rachel Zegler, who plays the titular character in the upcoming live-action remake of “Snow White,” has sparked controversy after the actress revealed how the new Disney film would differ from the 1937 animated classic.In the 2022 D23 Expo Variety interview clip, Zegler and “Wonder Woman” actress Gal Gadot discussed how the reimagining of Snow White would shift the Disney princess’s values, dreams and agency in the story.When asked how the new Snow White would bring a “modern edge” to the famous fable, Zegler laughed and said, “I just mean that it’s no longer 1937.”Gadot, who will play the Evil Queen in the movie, interjected and divulged that Prince Ferdinand would not save Snow White.“She’s not going to be saved by the prince and she’s not going to be dreaming about true love,” Zegler noted. “She’s dreaming about becoming the leader she knows she can be and the leader that her late father told her that she could be if she was fearless, fair, brave and true.”“It’s just a really incredible story for young people everywhere to see themselves in,” she added.The resurfaced video spread across social media early in the week, making many Twitter users skeptical of the new adaptation’s thematic direction.“It’s no longer 1937, guys,” State Freedom Caucus Network Comms Director Greg Price said.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director The search for the perfect Barbie and Ken actors in Greta Gerwig’s record-breaking blockbuster “Barbie” fell to casting directors Lucy Bevan and Allison Jones, who recently revealed to Vanity Fair that “Saturday Night Live” Emmy nominee Bowen Yang, “Schitt’s Creek” Emmy winner Dan Levy and “Dear Evan Hansen” Tony winner Ben Platt were all in the running to land roles as different variations of Ken. “They were definitely really different, but they had to feel like a cohesive group,” Bevan said about the search for the perfect Ken ensemble. “You wanted to cast people who were really going to get on and be great and enjoy it.” “Barbie” was shot in London under strict COVID protocols, which meant every cast member was required to spend three months in the city close to production.

The 1975 is officially “blacklisted” from Malaysia after frontman Matty Healy openly defied the country’s draconian anti-LGBTQ laws while headlining a musical festival in Kuala Lumpur.

The 1975 saw a festival set cut short in Malaysia after frontman Matty Healy criticised the country’s government for its LGBTQ+ laws, and kissed the band’s bassist on-stage.During their headlining set at the Good Vibes Festival in Kuala Lumpur on Friday July 21, Healy gave a speech calling out the Malaysian government for its hardline stance on gay rights.“I made a mistake. When we were booking shows, I wasn’t looking into it.

Disney’s casting of Rachel Zegler as Snow White.In 2021, it was announced that the West Side Story actor had been cast as the iconic princess in the 2024 live-action adaptation of Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs.Following the leak of “misleading” set photos earlier this month, many have criticised the decision to cast Zegler – a Latina woman – in the role, and Shapiro has now shared his own comments.“Her name is Snow White. Now you may consider that racist, but that’s also the name of the actual fairytale,” the conservative commentator said on his radio show, The Ben Shapiro Show.Quoting a description from the original 1937 movie, he read: “‘Skin as white as snow.’ That’s literally in her name, that’s why she has her name.”Shapiro described Zegler, who is of Colombian and American descent, as a “very talented person”, before continuing: “It’s weird casting, you might say.

“EXCLUSIVE: Snow White and the Seven… Politically-Correct Companions?” The studio first denied the images were authentic, then backtracked and said “the photos were from the production but were not official photos,” per The Daily Beast. It was already announced in January 2022 that following criticism from Dinklage and others, the film’s famous “seven dwarfs” would be referred to as “magical creatures” to “avoid reinforcing stereotypes.” But apparently seeing that put into practice in the set images, which featured a stand-in for Zegler’s Snow White for production’s placement and shot planning, riled up Disney’s right-wing fans anew.

After the success of 2023’s The Little Mermaid, Disney’s next live-action project is a remake of Snow White — but not everyone is excited about the new movie.

Rachel Zegler is the first Latina to portray Snow White in Disney’s highly anticipated live-action adaptation. And some people reacted unexpectedly; therefore, the talented 22-year-old actress took to Twitter to express her sentiments about the ongoing debates surrounding her casting. In a heartfelt post, Zegler shared four delightful throwback photos of herself dressed as various iconic Disney princesses.

Snow White.Zegler stars as the lead in the upcoming Disney reboot of the legendary story, which has faced much criticism since its announcement.After photos reportedly from the set were shared by The Daily Mail this month, many have criticised the casting of Zegler – a Latina woman – in a series of racist comments online.Taking to Twitter to hit back at the comments, she wrote: “extremely appreciative of the love i feel from those defending me online, but please don’t tag me in the nonsensical discourse about my casting.“i really, truly do not want to see it. so i leave you w these photos!” she added, sharing photos of her dressed as a princess as a child.She added: “i hope every child knows they can be a princess no matter what.”extremely appreciative of the love i feel from those defending me online, but please don’t tag me in the nonsensical discourse about my casting.

David Tennant may play an immortal demon on Good Omens but he's revealed that he came close to death whilst filming the second series. The Doctor Who star said "it's a miracle" he wasn't "hit by a car" on the Good Omens set after struggling to see thanks to his character's costume.

Dating rumours between Kim Kardashian and Tom Brady continued to heat up following Michael Rubin’s annual white party earlier this month. Now, Michael himself is addressing the growing speculation surrounding the two stars.

Rachel Zegler is staying positive and spreading an inspiring message.The actress took to Twitter on Saturday to share a collection of throwback photos of her childhood, showing her dressed up as Disney princesses in different costumes while at Disneyland when she was 4 years old.The post comes in response to backlash directed at Zegler by online trolls, who slammed her casting as Snow White in an upcoming live-action adaptation, based on her ethnicity — similar to the criticism leveled by trolls at Halle Bailey after she was cast to star in .«Extremely appreciative of the love i feel from those defending me online,» Zegler, 22, wrote in her post. «But please don’t tag me in the nonsensical discourse about my casting.