Netflix Pledges $5 Million to Support Black Creators, Youth and Black-Owned Businesses

It’s tough to imagine any other actor than Tom Hardy in the title role of “Mad Max: Fury Road”, but there was some tough competition for the role.

WHJL-11 reported on Tuesday.The benefit goes to Dollywood’s 11,000 full-, part-time and seasonal workers of all ages at any of their 25 attractions across the US, including The Harlem Globetrotters and New Jersey’s Adventure Aquarium, starting on the day they’re hired.“When our hosts strive to grow themselves, it makes our business and our community a truly better place,” said Dollywood Company president Eugene NaughtonHerschend Enterprises, which jointly owns Dollywood alongside the country queen herself, said they aim to encourage employees to follow their dreams. “We care about our hosts’ development and we want their future to grow because of love, not loans,” said Andrew Wexler, CEO of Herschend Enterprises, in a statement.A chorus of fans, including actors, politicians and journalists, are now cheering “Parton for President” as the “9 to 5” singer proves, once again, that she’s a “national treasure.”“She’s an angel,” said Rosie O’Donnell in response to the news.Said Congressional candidate Charles Booker of Kentucky, “Dolly, you truly are appreciated.”“Dollyocracy now,” added Bitch Media writer Andi Zeisler.“Jill and Joe really quiet since this dropped,” wrote one fan, referring to failed plans by the Biden administration to make community college free for all Americans.

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Metallica bassist Cliff Burton will be celebrated this year via livestream on what would have been the metal icon’s 60th birthday.Set to take place on Thursday (February 10) at 7pm PT, the ‘Cliff Burton Day’ celebrations will feature a host of big names from the metal world and Metallica associates who will share their memories of Burton. Nicholas Gomez will host the stream.Some of the names due to take part include: Exodus guitarist Gary Holt, Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante, Faith No More drummer Mike Bordin, Big Mick, Metal Joe, Dan Riley, Brian Lew, Dean Delray, Brian Slagel, Canada Dave, and Connie Burton.The event was announced on Facebook on Monday (February 7) by Burton’s family.

Marvin Gaye impersonator to visit the park this past weekend to encourage a group of endangered monkeys to “get it on”.Trentham Monkey Forest hired Dave Largie – described as “a highly experienced love song guru” – to serenade a group of Barbary macaques in the hope that he could help “boost the monkey love” this mating season.Barbary macaques are native to Algeria and Morocco, but due to deforestation and the illegal pet trade, its population has dwindled in recent decades. According to UK-based non-profit Barbary Macaque Awareness & Conservation, there are around 8,000 Barbary macaques left in the wild.The falling numbers of Barbary macaques could have wide repercussions throughout the ecosystem, explained Margarita Astrálaga, director of the IUCN Center for Mediterranean Cooperation.“Macaques are vital to disperse seeds in the forest.

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The Beths have returned with a powerful new single titled ‘A Real Thing’, marking their first new material in almost two years.It’s a darker track than fans of the band have to come to expect, standing out amid their catalogue with its bleak lyrics and bold, authoritative riffs more akin to metal than The Beths’ typically buoyant, jangly pseudo-surf-pop. On its explosive chorus, frontwoman Liz Stokes sings: “Getting rhyme over reason / It’s a sinister silly season / But maybe we can end up meaning / A real thing.”The track arrives alongside a video helmed by the band’s longtime collaborators Annabel Kean and Callum Devlin (aka Sports Team), with whom The Beths recently worked on their concert film ‘Auckland, New Zealand, 2020’.

Simone Missick, Wilson Bethel and Jessica Camacho, among others, will officially kick off in June. Missick also adds executive producer to her credits for the new season, which is already in production, alongside showrunner Dee Harris-Lawrence. In front of the camera, there are a few small cast changes.

Zack Sharf Actors who web-sling together, stay together. Andrew Garfield revealed on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast that his “Spider-Man: No Way Home” co-stars Tom Holland and Tobey Maguire sent him “very sweet” text messages on Feb. 8, not long after he received an Academy Award nomination.

Adrien Brody is joining the cast.

A 9-year-old girl has been charged for fatally beating her younger brother.

Alabama Barker is not letting the haters ruin her fun on TikTok!

When we heard Brooklyn Beckham was getting his own cooking show, we were actually pretty impressed!

Liam Neeson has had quite the acting career with nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Award, two Tonys and three Golden Globes. The 69-year-old Irish thespian found himself in a bit of a Hollywood renaissance later on in life with the Taken film series, playing a retired CIA agent who will stop at nothing to rescue his kidnapped daughter. Liam is a remarkable father in his personal life as well, raising two sons, Micheál Richardson and Daniel Neeson, with his late wife Natasha Richardson.

Katie Price was left gobsmacked on Wednesday's third episode of Mucky Mansion as her family surprised her with a room makeover in sweet scenes. During the final instalment of the Channel 4 series, Katie's, 43, sister Sophie, 32, and mum Amy, 70, decided to surprise her by giving her garden room a makeover.

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle welcomed their first son back in 2019, fans were left scratching their heads when his birth certificate was released.

Lanarkshire locals are being encouraged to shake off the winter blues with free health walks throughout the area.

Alfredo Morelos was the match-clincher with his 16 th goal of the season but James Tavernier was the key to a crucial win for Rangers.

A son who killed who’s own father in a fatal street attack carried no emotion in his face as he was jailed for life today.

Katie Price's sister Sophie broke down in tears on Wednesday's third episode of Mucky Mansion as she reflected on the bad memories in her sibling's home. During the final instalment of the Channel 4 series, Katie's, 43, sister, 32, and mum Amy, 70, decided to surprise her by giving her garden room a makeover. However, during the renovation process, Sophie got overwhelmed as she reflected on the bad memories in the house and how the home makeover will help Katie's mental health.

Emmerdale aired Ellis Chapman's exit on Wednesday's episode after actor Aaron Anthony allegedly quit following reports of a race row on set. During the latest instalment, Ellis said his emotional goodbyes as he moved to Australia after being offered an incredible job opportunity.

2022 Oscars was officially released earlier this week. And while the scope of awards season has changed pretty dramatically over the last few years, the talent and unique storytelling present in this year's pack of nominees is perhaps more impressive now than ever before. Leading the way for Oscar favorites is Netflix's which racked up12 total nominations including those in major categories like Best Picture, Best Director for Jane Campion, Best Actor for Benedict Cumberbatch, and supporting acting nods for Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons and Kodi Smit-McPhee.

Heather McDonald is on the mend after collapsing onstage. The comedian opens up to ET's Lauren Zima about her scary incident that occurred during her standup show at Tempe Improv in Arizona over the weekend. Three minutes into her set, she collapsed, fractured her skull and was admitted to a local hospital.«I don't remember exactly what line I said, but I started to feel this really weird, like, I could see everything but I started to feel this really weird dizziness, kind of spotting,» McDonald, 51, recalls from her Juicy Scoop podcasting location.

Lori Harvey's babying Michael B. Jordan on his 35th birthday, and it's adorable!The SKN by LH founder took to Instagram on Wednesday to wish the star a happy 35th birthday by sharing a photo of the doting couple dressed elegantly while gazing into each other's eyes.

the 2022 BRIT Awards in London, England, on Tuesday.After the star walked the carpet, CIMONE designer Carli Pearson shared that the expectant star's look — a flowy white-and-orange dress -- was made with her pregnancy in mind. «The beautiful #jodiewhittaker in our custom made beanbag ball dress for #thebritawards2022 @britawardsinc — the dress is all made from end of life materials and was created specifically to incorporate her pregnancy, while allowing Jodie to retain her sense of self,» Pearson's Instagram post read. «We’ve worked with Jodie before and love the energy she brings to our pieces… for this occasion, we wanted to make something both structured and yet playful — and this is the result! Photograph taken just before Jodie headed off to the awards, looking glowing and glorious courtesy of @tahira_makeup and @soobroyhair - Styling by the brilliant @hel.sykes — with jewellery courtesy of @larkandberry and @lovenesslee #doctorwho #snowglobedress #staticeneegy #embroidered #redcarpet #pregnancy #repurposed #endoflife #britawards #britpresenter.» The star and Contreras are already parents to one child together. She and the fellow actor have been married since 2008. Whittaker made history in 2017 when the BBC and BBC America announced that she would be playing the 13th Doctor on. It was the first time in the series' over 50-year history that a woman would be playing the title role.

Tristan Thompson is enjoying time with his daughter, True.Tristan took to his Instagram Story Wednesday to share a sweet snap of him and the 3-year-old, whom he shares with Khloe Kardashian, just weeks after he admitted to fathering a child with Maralee Nichols.In the pic, True sits on her dad's lap as he holds her close. The father-daughter duo are all smiles, with Tristan leaving two red heart emojis over the photo.Back in December, Tristan was named as the subject of a paternity lawsuit with Maralee.

Netflix CEO Reed Hastings has pledged a huge donation to black education in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests against systemic racism and police brutality following the killing of George Floyd.

Netflix CEO Reed Hastings and his wife, Patty Quillin, are donating $120 million toward student scholarships at historically black colleges and universities. The couple is giving $40 million to each of three institutions: the United Negro College Fund, Spelman College and Morehouse College.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorNetflix chairman/CEO Reed Hastings and his wife, Patty Quillin, are awarding $120 million to Historically Black Colleges and Universities in support of scholarships — the largest single contribution by an individual donor to HBCUs.The couple are donating $40 million each to Spelman College, Morehouse College and the United Negro College Fund.

historically Black colleges and universities.Netflix CEO Reed Hastings along with his wife Patty Quillin have given $40 million to the United Negro College Fund, Spelman College and Morehouse College each. The total, $120 million, is the largest-ever individual gift to support students of color at HBCUs.The funds will specifically be used to create scholarships so the next generation will graduate with less debt.Hastings told ESSENCE Tuesday that after working with Dr.