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Helena Bonham Carter appeared in two seasons of The Crown and as the Netflix drama approaches current times, the actor feels that the series shouldn’t continue.

Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson is set to play the King of Pop in an upcoming biopic called Michael, according to Deadline.Jaafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson, brother of Michael and a member of The Jackson 5.The 26-year-old has been singing and dancing since the age of 12, following the footsteps of his famous family.Michael died in 2009 at age 50, due to a cocktail of sedatives leading to a cardiac arrest. The biopic, which will be directed by Antoine Fuqua for Lionsgate, will be produced by GK Films and also John Branca and John McClain, who are co-executors of Michael Jackson's estate. Jaafar shared his gratitude at getting the role via his Twitter account, along with a black and white photo of himself dressed like his famous late uncle.  Keeping it in the family: Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson is set to play the King of Pop in an upcoming biopic, according to Deadline  Iconic: Jaafar shared his gratitude at getting the role via his Twitter account, along with a black and white photo of himself dressed like his famous late uncleJaafar wrote: 'I'm humbled and honored to bring my Uncle Michael's story to life. To all the fans all over the world, I'll see you soon.'In the image, Jaafar was wearing an iconic Michael look- striped pants with a white T-shirt and jacket, hat, and shoes in his signature pose.  Jaafar is the son of Jermaine Jackson and Alejandra Genevieve Oaziaza.Earlier this month, Antoine was announced as director to Lionsgate's upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, which has been approved by the deceased pop star's estate.

It appears the question of who would land the lead role in Antoine Fuqua’s recently announced Michael Jackson biopic, simply titled “Michael,” isn’t a mystery anymore. Not only that, the filmmaker didn’t have to look too far to find his star, as Michael Jackson’s nephew landed the job.

EXCLUSIVE: Michael Jackson will be played by the late icon’s 26-year old nephew Jaafar Jackson in the Antoine Fuqua-directed film biopic for Lionsgate. Fuqua just posted a confirmation on Instagram. The singer and songwriter is the son of Jermaine Jackson, who is the brother of Michael and member of The Jackson 5. Jaafar has been singing and dancing since age 12, and has showcased himself singing tunes from Sam Cooke to Marvin Gaye, along with originals.

Eddie Murphy looked back on meeting a painfully shy Michael Jackson at the home of Rat Pack icon Sammy Davis Jr.The 61-year-old comic and movie star was dashing as ever Wednesday when he swung by Jimmy Kimmel Live! in a sleek all-black ensemble.During his talk-show appearance, he recalled that Michael was once so nervous around the other celebrity guests at Sammy's house that he shrank behind a door. Collaborators: Eddie Murphy looked back on meeting a painfully shy Michael Jackson in the 1980s; the pair are pictured in their 1993 Whatzupwitu music video Looking back: Michael then beckoned Eddie to join him in his hiding spot, where the befuddled comedian asked: 'What the f***, yo?'Back in the 1980s, Sammy would apparently throw movie nights at home on Tuesdays, including one where he exhibited the classic 1985 comedy Cocoon.Eddie, having become a superstar on Saturday Night Live, was among the glittering array of boldface names invited to the soirees.

Starz is ready to get this party started: It released the official trailer for Party Down, the revival of the cult comedy series from 2009-10. Starz will debut the laugher at midnight on Friday, February 24 on its app and streaming platforms. Its linear debut is set for later that night at 9 PM ET/PT on Starz.

Joan Collins stunned in black Wednesday night as she stepped out for a romantic dinner date with her fifth husband Percy Gibson.The 89-year-old legend and the 58-year-old producer arrived at their favorite hotspot in West Hollywood for a swanky A-list meal, commanding the spotlight outside of Craig's.Collins has been on a roll lately as she recently rocked a leopard print swimsuit for a pool day with Percy, showing off her youthful beauty and soaking up some winter sunshine.  Icon: Joan Collins, 89, stunned in black Wednesday night as she stepped out for a romantic dinner date with her fifth husband Percy Gibson, 58The ageless Hollywood grande dame – who recently got candid about vanity – walked arm in arm with her beloved husband of 20 years as she made her way into the restaurant.

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An emotional roller-coaster. From Riverdale‘s Cheryl and Toni to Nancy Drew‘s Nancy and Ace, fans have watched their favorite couples break hearts with some devastating splits.

IN a different TV era, Noele Gordon was “the Queen of the Midlands” as the star of soap Crossroads. Millions tuned in to watch her play motel matriarch Meg Mortimer in the Birmingham-based show, turning “Nolly” — as she was affectionately nicknamed — into a national sensation. While captivating viewers of the soap, famed for its wobbly sets, she scooped a host of best actress gongs.

Dame Joan Collins was spotted enjoying a dinner out at the Hollywood hot spot Craig's with her fifth husband Percy Gibson.The Dynasty icon, 89, was as glamorous ever, wrapping a black fur-lined jacket over an elegant white tunic with frilled sleeves.Percy, 57, cutting a dapper figure in a perfectly fitted midnight blue suit, was spotted gallantly helping his wife out of the car ahead of their date.  On the town: Dame Joan Collins, 89, was spotted enjoying a dinner out at the Hollywood hot spot Craig's with her fifth husband Percy Gibson, 58Craig's also used to regularly welcome Joan's sister Jackie Collins, the bestselling 'bonkbuster' novelist who died in 2015 after a secret cancer battle. Percy, the longest-lasting of Joan's husbands, is more than 30 years younger than her, a gap she dismisses in interviews with the line: 'If he dies, he dies.'   Last year the couple, who keep a home in Belgravia, celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary with a star-studded party at Claridge's.Simon Cowell, Elizabeth Hurley and Sarah 'Fergie' Ferguson all attended the fete, according to a report in OK! magazine.

Nick Carter's benefit concert in memory of his estranged late brother Aaron Carter raised $150k for a children's mental health charity.Songs For Tomorrow - which Nick, 42, and N*Sync's Lance Bass, 43, headlined at West Hollywood's Heart on Wednesday - raised money for On Our Sleeves: The Movement for Children’s Mental Health.Former child star Aaron was found dead in his bathtub at his Lancaster, California home on November 5 at age 34. His fiancee Melanie Martin and mother Jane have recently claimed he died from an overdose and did not drown in his bath as previously suspected.

Disney’s third “Tron” movie has just found its chief programmer, as TheWrap has confirmed that “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” filmmaker Joachim Rønning has joined the project. The director has a longstanding history with the studio, having already helmed “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” and the upcoming “Young Woman and the Sea,” starring Daisy Ridley.

Nick Carter was supported by family and friends ahead of a benefit concert for his late younger brother Aaron Carter in Los Angeles on Wednesday.The Backstreet Boys star, 42 — who recently penned an emotional song for Aaron - was joined by his sister Angel Conrad, 35, who was Aaron's twin, and his band member pal AJ McLean, 45, as well as singer Ryan Cabrera, 40.Carter's sister hosted the event, titled Songs for Tomorrow, along with NSYNC's Lance Bass, 43, with proceeds benefitting On Our Sleeves, the movement for children's mental health. Family affair: Nick Carter was supported by family and friends ahead of a benefit concert for his late younger brother Aaron Carter in Los Angeles on WednesdayNick sported a casual grey hoodie underneath a black leather jacket for the event honoring his sibling, who was found dead in a bathtub from a drug overdose at his home in Lancaster, California, on November 5, 2022 at age 34.

Aaron Carter's on-off fiancée Melanie Martin stepped out with their son Prince for a day of shopping in LA on Monday - one day after claiming the late singer suffered a drug overdose and did not drown in his bath,Martin, 35, who welcomed Prince, 14 months, with Carter in November 2021, wore one of the star's branded hoodies and jeggings as she visited The Grove.Prince was the spitting image of his father - who died in November -  with his blonde locks parted to the side. Sighting: Aaron Carter's on-off fiancée Melanie Martin (R) stepped out with their son Prince for a day of shopping in LA on Monday - one day after claiming the late singer suffered a drug overdose and did not drown in his bathMartin was also stepping out days before a charity concert held in Aaron's memory, and held by his estranged brother Nick Carter,Aaron's family claimed he suffered a drug overdose after coroners told them no water was found in his lungs, ruling out drowning as a cause of death.

You might not think that a TV series about a therapist struggling with the death of his wife and a career listening to other people talk about their issues would be a comedy from the co-creator of “Ted Lasso.” And yet, “Shrinking” does appear to be another Bill Lawrence-produced, feel-good comedy, coming to Apple TV+ later this month. As mentioned, in the trailer for “Shrinking,” we see the series follows the story of a grieving therapist (Jason Segel), as he struggles to come to terms with his wife’s sudden passing, while also raising a young daughter and trying to balance a career.

PBS Masterpiece has boarded Nolly, a British period drama series starring Helena Bonham Carter.

EXCLUSIVE: Archer Gray has today announced the promotion of Rebecca Choi to Vice President of Narrative Film and the addition of Kelsey Jackson in the newly established role of Vice President of Narrative Television.

Searching for the truth. As they await the results from a toxicology report, some members of Aaron Carter‘s family have revealed that they believe the singer died of a drug overdose.

Aaron Carter‘s family is adamant in their belief that he did not drown when he was found dead in his bathtub in November of last year. And now, they believe they may have the evidence to prove it.