‘Batgirl’ Search Heats Up: Leslie Grace, Haley Lu Richardson Emerge as Contenders

This project had been kicking around for so long. When you were brought on, did you end up looking at those earlier drafts or going through that history at all?Ruben Fleischer: No, I honestly was just focused on making the movie that I was hired to direct. The script that they originally sent that I got involved with was so good.

George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth are couple goals – and proved this more than ever during their recent appearance on Live with Kelly and Ryan.MORE: Ali Wentworth stuns fans as she shares amazing newsThe celebrity couple played a Newlyweds game on the ABC chat show, but Ali had the best reaction to them not winning, pointing out that it was in fact because they have been married for over two decades.To mark Valentine's Day, the author posted a backstage photo of the pair of them in the Live studio, surrounded by love heart décor and confetti balloons, and wrote: "We didn’t win the Newlywed game on @livekellyandryan but that’s because we aren’t newlyweds… 20 years and going strong! Happy V day!"VIDEO: George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth's love story in photosFans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "You look gorgeous!" while another wrote: "But you look like newlyweds." A third added: "Hot couple alert!"READ: Ali Wentworth admits to surprising challenges while working from homeSEE: Ali Wentworth shares emotional tribute to husband George StephanopoulosDuring the interview, the pair - who are parents to daughters Elliott, 19, and Harper, 16 – gave an insight into their family life, revealing how they spent Valentine's Day.A post shared by Ali Wentworth (@therealaliwentworth)GMA's George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth backstage on Live with Kelly and RyanThey revealed that George had surprised them with roses and candy, along with pajamas from their mom.MORE: George Stephanopoulos receives outpour of support after incredible career newsMORE: George Stephanopoulos' on-air coments leave co-stars in hystericsKelly then went on to ask them: "A guy meets Elliott at school, and two months later says

Nick Cannon thinks it's "selfish" to date one person exclusively.The "Wild 'n Out" host's mentality is hardly surprising, given that he's on the verge of welcoming an eighth child with a fifth woman."I don't think monogamy is healthy," he said on "The Language of Love" podcast with Dr. Laura Berman.

Channing Tatum is getting real about the struggles of getting in shape.The 41-year-old actor is giving fans another movie, but couldn't help joke about why it took so long to get a third one done. Tatum stopped by on Thursday, where Kelly Clarkson showed a shirtless photo of the actor on the screen.«That might be the reason why I didn't want to do a third one because I have to look like that,» Tatum joked. When asked if he works out all the time, he explained that «it's hard.»«Even if you do work out, to be in that kind of shape? It's not natural,» he continued, before Clarkson asked, «Do you have to eat really well?»"'Well' is not even, that's not even healthy.

Megan Thee Stallion is set to flex her hot girl acting chops in her first film debut! The “WAP” rapper will star alongside Bowen Yang, Megan Mullally and Nathan Lane in the R-rated musical films. In addition to the all-star cast, writers Aaron Jackson and Josh Sharp will also star in the film.

Stevie Nicks had something to say to Katy Perry at the height of the complicated feud between the ‘Teenage Dream’ singer and Taylor Swift.The legendary artist detailed an encounter she had with Katy in London, where she decided to give her some advice about the way she should handle the situation and stay away from drama.“I always think of Katy Perry and I having this long talk at the Corinthia Hotel, in London,” Stevie shared, “This is probably 10 years ago, and she said, ‘So, Stevie, who are your rivals?‘” The 74-year-old singer responded, “I don’t have rivals,” adding that Katy’s “big blue eyes got bigger and bluer.’“No, Katy, I don’t, and neither do you. You are Katy Perry, you’re who you are, you do what you do and you’re great at it.

Salma Hayek Pinault just cemented a huge partnership with TelevisaUnivision. The actress and producer’s company, called Ventanarosa Productions, struck a two-year first-look pact with the TV giant, in which Ventanarosa will make Spanish speaking films for TelevisaUnivision’s ViX Plus, their soon to be released streaming platform. There’s already a project lined up for production.

Kris Jenner made an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Tuesday, February 15 for an interview that is set to air Tuesday, April 5.During her conversation with Ellen, the Kardashian-Jenner family matriarch opens about her daughter, Kylie Jenner, and Travis Scott’s newborn son, Wolf Webster. Kris talks about the baby’s angelic birthday, 2/2/22, revealing what led to him being born on such a unique date. The 11-time grandmother also shares that she was in the delivery room with the new parents and says that baby Wolf looks exactly like his older sister, 4-year-old Stormi.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaReese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine has forged a storytelling partnership with World of Women (WoW), the NFT collective that is cracking open the male-dominated world of crypto currency while celebrating inclusivity and equality. World of Women launched in July 2021 with some 10,000 artworks from women creators, quickly becoming one of the most popular and profitable purveyors of non-fungible tokens.As part of the partnership, Hello Sunshine will build out the World of Women character universe and franchise into entertainment properties including feature films, scripted and unscripted TV series.

Chris Willman Music Writer“This is our last show,” Dave Grohl announced at the outset of the Foo Fighters’ set Wednesday night at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood. There was an awkward silence as the invited audience waited to see if there was a punchline coming or not.

Selome Hailu “Harlem” has been renewed for a second season on Amazon Prime Video.The comedy series follows four best friends who live in Harlem, New York. Camille (Meagan Good) is a popular young anthropology professor at Columbia University who struggles to navigate her love life; Tye (Jerrie Johnson) is a successful, queer dating app creator who prefers keeps romance at arm’s length; Quinn (Grace Byers) is a hopeless romantic and trust-fund fashion designer trying to give back while running a struggling business; and Angie (Shoniqua Shandai) is a confident singer and actress who lives rent-free with Quinn.

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorWhen bringing a “whole story [that] is completely true, except for all the parts that are totally made up” to life, “Inventing Anna” costume designers Lyn Paolo and Laura Frecon had to dive into Instagram.“The very beginning of the project was actually more about research and matching everything that the real Anna wore for her Instagram — which sort of became our Greek chorus,” Paolo told Variety. “And that was extensive research… Even before we got into the fashion elements, we had to recreate that whole Instagram wall, and also all of the court looks.”“Inventing Anna” follows faux-heiress Anna Delvey (née Anna Sorokin) (Julia Garner) as she awaits trial for grand larceny and theft of services.

Bowen Yang and Megan Thee Stallion are teaming up with Nathan Lane and Megan Mullally!

Donny Osmond is opening up about being in the spotlight while dealing with anxiety.

Roku shares continued their slide after the closing bell after the streaming company issued a disappointing fourth-quarter earnings report.

Alfred Sole, the prolific television production designer of Veronica Mars, Castle and MacGyver who had achieved cult-horror status with his 1976 film Alice, Sweet Alice featuring a 10-year-old Brooke Shields in a supporting role, died Feb. 14 at his home in Salt Lake City. He was 78.

Travis Engel, a former agent who co-founded the talent management firm Trinity Artists International, died Monday of cardiac arrest in Culver City. He was 37.

The state of California unveiled today it’s long-promised plan for dealing with the Covid crisis more as an endemic than a pandemic.

The Black Reel Awards have unveiled a new statuette, to be awarded to future honorees and category winners starting this year.

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A woman gave birth with her Tinder date right by her side at the hospital — even though she’d only gone out with him three times before! Crazy!

Does Ellen DeGeneres know something we don’t!?

is in the upcoming Showtime series The First Lady.The 10-episode follows Michelle Obama, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Betty Ford as they navigate life in the White House and the spotlight. In addition to Davis, who is also an executive producer on the series, The First Lady stars and as the women of The White House.

DC‘s feature film Batgirl.Grace, known recently for her role in Lin-Manuel Miranda‘s In The Heights, beat a series of other young actors to the part.Earlier this week it was confirmed by Deadline that talent such as Isabella Merced, Zoey Deutch and Haley Lu Richardson were also in talks for the starring role.Grace took to social media to share her reaction to the news. “I am BEYOND EXCITED to embody Barbara Gordon, your Batgirl!” she tweeted.

brought together a diverse Latinx cast on the big screen.The Lin-Manuel Miranda-created musical features Latinx legends (Jimmy Smits and Daphne Rubin-Vega), Hollywood staples (Dascha Polanco and Stephanie Beatriz) and newcomers (Anthony Ramos and Melissa Barrera). However, there was one actor that stole the spotlight: Leslie Grace.The 26-year-old singer made her feature film acting debut as Nina Rosario in the Jon M.

Leslie Grace is our new Batgirl! The star has landed the coveted role of Barbara Gordon in the upcoming standalone Warner Bros. and DC film, ET confirms. The movie marks Grace's second acting part, following her role as Nina Rosario in Jon M.

In the Heights‘ Leslie Grace has landed the coveted role of Barbara Gordon/Batgirl in the upcoming standalone film from DC and HBO Max!

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter“In the Heights” star Leslie Grace has officially been cast as Barbara Gordon in “Batgirl,” the upcoming HBO Max superhero film.In securing the title role, Grace beat out several formidable contenders including “Five Feet Apart” actress Haley Lu Richardson, “Dora and the Los City of Gold” star Isabela Merced and “Set It Up’s” Zoey Deutch.Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, the filmmaking duo behind “Bad Boys for Life,” will be directing “Batgirl.” Christina Hodson (“Bumblebee,” “The Flash”) is writing the screenplay. Filming is expected to commence sometime in November.

Well, that certainly didn’t take long. Following two-day old reports of a “Batgirl” short list with a list of potential contenders, Warner Bros.

The film will bow on HBO Max, marking one of the first major DC properties to debut exclusively on the streamer. Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah will direct the pic from a script by Christina Hodson. Kristin Burr is producing.

At least three actresses are expecting to participate in the screen test to take on the title role in HBO Max‘s Batgirl film.

One of the biggest films that are currently in development from DC Films and Warner Bros. is the feature, “Batgirl.” Originally, the film was expected to debut in theaters with Joss Whedon writing and directing.

EXCLUSIVE: Even though audiences won’t see Robert Pattinson in The Batman for another eight months, Warner Bros. and DC Films are putting the wheels in motion on its next big superhero. Sources tell Deadline execs are expecting to test a group of actresses starting this week for the highly coveted role of Batgirl. Though test deals are still being locked up and some have already passed, some of the talent expected to test for the role include Isabella Merced, Zoey Deutch and Leslie Grace. We have also heard Haley Lu Richardson’s name but she might have bowed out before the test process.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaJayson Blair has joined the cast of Kat Dennings’ Hulu comedy series “Dollface” in a recurring role. He will play Liam, a new love interest for Izzy (Esther Povitsky), who, for the “Dollface” uninitiated, is a friend and co-worker of Dennings’ main character Jules.The show centers on a young woman who is dumped by her longtime boyfriend.