Jesse Spencer will make a special comeback in the role of Matt Casey in an upcoming Chicago Fire episode.
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John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent German powerhouse ZDF Studios and U.K.-based Factual Fiction are reteaming for “#DorianGray,” an updated social media spin on Oscar Wilde’s classic, “The Picture of Dorian Gray.” In Wilde’s original, first published as a novella in 1890 in Lippincott’s Monthly Magazine, the self-besotted Dorian Gray sells his soul in exchange for eternal youth, a picture painted of him recording the decay of his soul as in outward appearance he remains physically forever young. Currently being written by Maiya John, a young London-based screenwriter, the contemporary reimagining is described by ZDF Studios as “a suspenseful ride through the life of a teenager as they construct their identity.”
While navigating sex, and gender, mental health and consent, through tweets and #instagram and Tik Tok videos, Dorian Gray, as in Wilde’s central concept, projects an image of who he’d like to be, rather than who he really is. “After co-developing the delightful mystery series ‘The Puzzle Lady,’ it’s an absolute pleasure to be partnering with Factual Fiction again,” said Yi Qiao, director, drama, for ZDF Studios. “Taking the theme of this classic book and giving it a modern twist is ingenious and – especially in the age of social media – more current than ever before. I cannot wait to bring this version of Dorian Gray to life,” she added. “If ever there was a novel written for our time it is ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray.’ Morally agnostic, self-obsessed, terrified of rejection and yet deeply compelling,” said Tom Dalton, co-founder of Factual Fiction. “Exploring this world with brilliant young writer Maiya John, alongside the fantastic creative support of Yi Qiao and ZDF Studios is an immense
Jesse Spencer will make a special comeback in the role of Matt Casey in an upcoming Chicago Fire episode.
Billie Eilish is taking a break from social media.
Billie Eilish is trying to stay off of social media as much as possible.
Billie Eilish has taken a big step in her relationship with the internet.
Lizzo and Selena Gomez had a cute exchange on TikTok, officially ending the latter’s social media hiatus.
Billie Eilish has distanced herself from social media. During an appearance on the podcast, the 21-year-old singer revealed why she deleted social media from her phone.«I don't look at it anymore,» she said of social media. «I've deleted it all off my phone.» Eilish noted that the drastic move was «such a huge deal» for her.«I feel like I grew up in the perfect time of the internet when it wasn't so internet-y that I didn't have a childhood.
Billie Eilish has reiterated her desire not to look at social media anymore.The singer-songwriter has spoken out several times about her online media presence in the past saying she previously avoided social media following comments about her body.Now, in a new clip from an upcoming interview on Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend podcast, which you can listen to below, Eilish aired her views on the subject yet again.She explained: “I don’t look at it anymore. I deleted it all off my phone, which is such a huge deal for me.
Family fun! Selena Gomez bonded with little sister Gracie on a fishing trip amid her ups and downs with Hailey Bieber (née Baldwin).
Gordon Ramsay has crowned Jade Greenhalgh as the winner of his ITV cooking competition Next Level Chef.
Kendall Jenner the new dancing queen? The supermodel looked stunning showing off her one-shoulder, one-legged black Alaïa jumpsuit, while having fun, drinking wine and jumping on her bed. The reality star can be seen having the time of her life, causing the $5,760 jumpsuit to sell out almost immediately.
North West and Gracie Teefey would like to be excluded from this narrative. Kim Kardashian’s eldest daughter and Selena Gomez’s little sister hung out after their famous relatives were wrapped up in social media drama.
Hailey Bieber‘s tweets about Selena Gomez are seeing light of day again.
John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Celebrated actor Nigel Havers and French journalist Sophie Davant will join Warner Bros. International Television Production (WBITVP) and ZDF Studios to celebrate 10 years and a now 10 territory roll-out of antique auction show “Cash or Trash.” The property is produced by WBITVP and distributed internationally by ZDF Studios. Celebrations will take place as part of WBITVP’s Formats Showcase, held March 2 at BAFTA during this year’s London TV Screenings. Havers (“Chariots of Fire,” “Finding Alice”) and Davant host the adaptations of “Cash or Trash,” on BBC One (“The Bidding Room”) and French public TV channel France 2 (“Affair Conclue”).
Lily Allen has announced she's taking a break from social media. The singer, 37, revealed she's been struggling to focus lately because of her phone and wants to honour her upcoming work commitments. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, she wrote: 'I am going dark for a bit.
Read More: Two food outlets leave Hammonds of Hull but 'new taste experience' coming soonPoppy Mead: An influencer based in Hull, Poppy has amassed a TikTok following of more than 744,000 people, along with another 275,000 on Instagram. The young social media star has worked with some huge brands. She previously told Hull Live that she wanted to reflect in how content how she was a "normal" person.
Helen Flanagan shared details of a 'car fail' as she addressed an absence on social media. The Coronation Street star had been unusually quiet online and decided to have one big catch-up with her loyal followers as she spoke directly to the camera in videos posted to her Instagram Story. Former Corrie actress Helen, who is usually quite active in giving her followers a glimpse into her busy life, could be seen fresh-faced and laying in bed in a clip earlier this week, as she said: "Eventful few days and this is why I’ve not been on my social media.
Bravo’s “Summer House” and E!’s “Nikki Bella Says I Do” both exhibited growth in three-day viewership figures, TheWrap can exclusively report. The NBCUniversal-owned unscripted cable series saw increases in their Season 7 premiere and Season 1 finale, respectively.
Selena Gomez is done with social media (again!) after engaging in drama with some famous frenemies!
Una Healy appears to have deleted all traces of David Haye from social media, which adds to the speculation that their 'throuple' situation has come to an end.