Dwayne Johnson On Henry Cavill Leaving DC After ‘Black Adam’ Brought Back Superman

EXCLUSIVE: Chris Shaw has left the building. The Oscar-nominated British news executive is calling it quits after an on-off love affair with news producer ITN that has spanned 40 years, affording him a front-row seat to the biggest stories of his generation. Semi-retirement beckons, but not before a valedictory interview.

Beta Cinema has closed its first presales on period drama The Offing starring Helena Bonham Carter. Curzon, Cineart and Madman have joined forces to acquire all rights for UK/Ireland, Benelux and Australia/New Zealand in what is described as a competitive situation. The distributors will work on an aligned campaign across the markets. Beta first launched The Offing at the EFM in February. Filming is lined up for later this year.

Mum-of-five Stacey Solomon was praised and told 'this is so refreshing' as she posed with her children on holiday. The 33-year-old Loose Women panellist and Sort Your Life Out presenter beamed as she played on the beach with her kids in snaps shared on her Instagram.

Here are your Wednesday morning Manchester United headlines.

Manchester City are hoping to discover that lightning really does strike twice and they can win the transfer lottery, once again, when the market reopens. Having signed Norway sensation Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund last summer, attention has shifted to his former teammate Jude Bellingham.

A dad who stabbed a man up to 20 times with a machete in a revenge attack outside a gym has been jailed for 30 years for attempted murder.

Coronation Street star Jane Danson has shared how she was left in tears as she headed on a sweet date night with her husband. The actress and her man, former Hollyoaks star Robert Beck, took some time out from work and parent duties to attend a gig together at the start of the week.

A 24-year-old woman with 'the biggest heart' died just weeks after developing cold and flu symptoms.

Police can take up to 18 months to make an arrest after becoming aware that a child is at risk of online sexual abuse, according to a report.

A man has become the first human in Britain to become infected with a potentially deadly infection borne by ticks.

The Ravenscraig community and council leaders have called a cross-party congress to step up the fight against a proposed freight hub.

Mrs Hinch fought back tears as she explained some of the "life stumbles" she's encountered recently after a number of cryptic social media posts. The 33 year old cleaning sensation, whose real name is Sophie Hinchcliffe, opened up to her 4. 7million Instagram followers in a candid video that she uploaded to her Instagram stories.

Madeleine McCann appears to have ended her search for proof after receiving the results of a DNA test. Julia Faustyna, 21, made headlines earlier this year after posting a video to Instagram in which she claimed to be the British girl who disappeared, aged three, on a family holiday in Portugal. Ms Faustyna, who also goes by the last name Wendell, alleged her parents could not prove a biological link with her and ordered her genes be tested to show that she had British ancestry.

Kate Bosworth and Justin Long have announced they are engaged, with the actress describing it as “the most romantic and honest and loving proposal”. On Tuesday’s episode of Long’s Life Is Short podcast, the US actors revealed the news and shared their story of when Long, 44, popped the question. The couple explained they wanted to tell their own story now after speculation began when Bosworth, 40, was spotted wearing an engagement ring at the Vanity Fair Party last month.

Princess Diana's butler, was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year. He has been confirmed as a contestant on the new season of I'm A Celebrity All Stars. Last month he told Lorraine Kelly that appearing on the show saved his life as doctors found something wasn't quite right during the medical.

The World's Richest Monarchies!Sarah Jessica Parker's Shocking TransformationMeet Aretha Franklin’s Musically Gifted ChildrenBody Language Expert On William and Kate'Little House': Karen Grassle Reveals Clashes With Micheal LandonGreat Concern For Dick Van Dyke After A Car Accident‘1000-Lb Sisters’ Star Amy Slaton Gets DivorcedTerence Hill: No One Expected This News!Joanna Gaines' Origin: The 'Fixer Upper' Stars' Roots'The Last Of Us': Will Bella Ramsey Be Replaced In Season 2?Adam Sandler Received Mark Twain AwardShawn Mendes Relationship Status? Finally He Gives ClarityPrincess Charlotte To Grandma Diana: A Heartwarming Gesture'Ned's Declassified' Cast Furious: Reboot CanceledElon Musk Trolls Reporters!Big News! Princess Kate Becomes A ColonelUnfortunately the future might very well be bleak for Hugh Jackman. Recently it has been discovered that there is a possibility he will need to be operated on again as a result of the test. Jackman addressed his Instagram followers with an emotional video where he explains the situation.

Jennifer Lopez has launched the alcoholic drink Delola Spritz she says is based on her “playful, carefree side”. The 53-year-old singer and wife of actor Ben Affleck, 50, announced the launch of the range in a long Instagram post on Tuesday (04. 04.

Alexandra Burke has shared her delight after revealing she is pregnant with her second child with boyfriend Darren Randolph. The 34-year-old former X Factor winner-turned-West End star took to Instagram on Tuesday to share the happy news with her fans. Uploading a series of pictures of her and AFC Bournemouth goal keeper Randolph, 34, posing in jeans with him cradling her bump, she captioned the post: “We are so excited to do this all again,” followed by a white heart emoji.

Bruce Willis, 68, and Demi Moore's eldest daughter, Rumer Willis, took to Instagram today and shared a throwback photo of the couple on the picture-sharing site. Just hours later the Die Hard star's wife took to her own social media account and shared the same black and white snap. The photo which appeared to have been taken in the 1990s saw Demi lean into her then-husband while Bruce sported a full beard.

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson shared video yesterday of his “full circle” moment backstage at the Oscars Sunday when he reunited with Brendan Fraser, his cast mate in 2001’s The Mummy Returns.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director The highlight of Brendan Fraser’s Oscars night was winning the Academy Award for best actor thanks to his acclaimed performance in Darren Aronofsky’s “The Whale,” but perhaps in second place was a long overdue reunion with megastar Dwayne Johnson. The two actors starred together nearly 22 years ago in “The Mummy Returns,” the sequel to Fraser’s 1999 blockbuster “The Mummy” that marked Johnson’s film acting debut in Hollywood. “Very cool full circle moment here with my long time buddy Brendan Fraser and his sons,” Johnson wrote on Instagram along with a video of the two actors reuniting backstage at the 2023 Oscars. “My very first film of my Hollywood career was ‘The Mummy Returns,’ which Brendan was the star. Lots of critics and cynics betting against me at that time, but Brendan welcomed me with open arms and was very supportive. I never forget kind people.”

Ben Affleck has vowed to never direct a DC movie, following his “monstrous” experience while filming the original Justice League.The former Batman actor says that he has no interest in working with James Gunn and the new iteration of DC Studios. Affleck went as far as to say he would “absolutely not” work with Gunn on anything DC related.“I would not direct something for the [James] Gunn DC. Absolutely not,” he told The Hollywood Reporter.

Ben Affleck has had some major career accomplishments since breaking onto the scene in 1998 with a Best Original Screenplay Oscar for. But he's also very clear about what the lowest moment in his career has been.The actor and director opened up in a lengthy new interview with, where he once again shared his «monstrous» experience making the movie, and doubled down about being done with DC Films in the wake of the James Gunn takeover.«I would not direct something for the [James] Gunn DC. Absolutely not,» Affleck said with certainty.

James Gunn has been confirmed as the director of an upcoming Superman film titled Superman: Legacy at DC Studios.Gunn’s attachment to the film was confirmed via a Hollywood Reporter article on March 15. Gunn had previously announced the upcoming movie in late January alongside a fresh slate of DC films.Gunn wrote on Twitter: “Yes, I’m directing Superman: Legacy to be released on July 11, 2025.

James Gunn is directing the latest Superman movie.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer James Gunn is set to direct “Superman: Legacy.” The irreverent filmmaker, who serves as chairman and CEO of DC Studios with partner Peter Safran, revealed on Wednesday that he will helm a previously-announced reboot of the Superman franchise. Gunn also wrote the screenplay, and Safran will produce. “Superman: Legacy” also released its first plot synopsis, saying the film “tells the story of Superman’s journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.”

James Gunn is taking on Superman!

Well, it’s official. After teasing that he was writing the upcoming Man of Steel reboot, “Superman: Legacy” and possibly directing it, Warner Bros.

In what should come as no surprise, James Gunn will be directing his own script for Superman: Legacy, a major lynchpin project which will off the the multi-platform connected DC universe – “Chapter One, Gods and Monsters” ­– which he and his DC’ Co-Chairmen & CEO Peter Safran are launching.

When Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav installed the new leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran at DC, heavy decisions were promptly made from the unplugging of Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman 3 to Henry Cavill losing his Superman cape.

Even though “Black Adam” wasn’t the biggest bomb of 2022, it might be the most embarrassing, in hindsight. Not only was it a superhero film that did poorly with critics and underperformed at the box office, but it also was quickly dismissed by the new co-CEOs of DC Studios, James Gunn and Peter Safran, effectively erasing the best part about the film—the reintroduction of Henry Cavill as Superman.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has opened up about Henry Cavill’s removal from the DC Extended Universe following James Gunn’s appointment as DC’s co-CEO late last year.Speaking to Variety‘s senior culture and events editor Marc Malkin at the Oscars, Johnson said when asked about Cavill’s removal from the cinematic franchise: “All that I could do, and all that we could do when we were making Black Adam, was to put our best foot forward and surround ourselves with the best people and deliver the best movie we could.”He explained further: “It’s almost like when you have a pro football team and your quarterback wins championships and your head coach wins championships and then a new owner comes in and says, ‘Not my coach, not my quarterback. I’m going to go with somebody new.’”Watch the clip here.Following the release of the Johnson-starring Black Adam in October, Cavill confirmed via social media that he would be returning to the DCEU as Superman after secretly filming a post-credit scene with Johnson.Cavill’s comments would be shot down two months later when it was announced that James Gunn and Peter Safran had been appointed at co-CEOs for DC films.

Dwayne Johnson opened up about the future of the DC film universe after Henry Cavill was removed from the picture as Superman.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Dwayne Johnson took a moment on the Oscars red carpet to reflect on the DC Universe overhaul that put a pin his plans for a Black Adam-Superman crossover movie. Variety‘s senior culture and events editor Marc Malkin caught up with Johnson and asked about Cavill’s Superman being dropped from the DC Universe despite his highly-touted comeback in Johnson’s “Black Adam.” “All that I can do, and all that we could do when we were making ‘Black Adam,’ was to put our best foot forward and surround ourselves with the best people and deliver the best movie we could,” Johnson said. “Our audience score was in the 90s. Critics took a couple shots, but that’s just the business of it.”

Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson really are best pals.

Dwayne Johnson walked the carpet at the 95th Oscars on Sunday, and proved how great a dad he really is.The celebrated action star — and father of three — spoke with ET's Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner on the carpet outside the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, and opened up about the special details on his stunning Oscars ensemble.«This is ballet pink, Dolce & Gabbana,» Johnson said of his perfectly tailored tuxedo, before showing a gorgeous flower embellishment on his lapel.«In Polynesian, there's a term we have, 'puamana,' it means 'strength of a flower,'» Johnson explained with a smile. «So this represents my daughters.»Johnson is dad to three daughters — including 21-year-old Ava, from his previous marriage to Dany Garcia — as well as 7-year-old Jasmine and 4-year-old Tia, whom he shares with wife Lauren Hashian.While speaking with ET, Johnson waved over his friend and co-star, Emily Blunt, who adorably crashed his interview to exchange some playful banter.«They were just asking me, who's the most talented, most brilliant actor you've ever worked with, I said you,» Johnson said.«That's so nice,» Blunt replied, joking, «Have you worked with any other actresses?»«Not that I care about, after you, no,» Johnson said laughing.Johnson and Blunt both served as presenters for the first award of the night, Best Animated Feature, following host Jimmy Kimmel's opening monologue.