New ‘Exorcist’ Trilogy: David Gordon Green Directs, Ellen Burstyn Is Back & Leslie Odom Jr. Co-Stars

Louise Thompson has bravely shared about her ongoing PTSD battle after the birth of her first child, saying she's been left too scared to look after her son incase it triggers anxiety.

There's not much Stacey Solomon can do without it being picked up by her millions of loyal followers.

Amanda Holden has revealed that her eldest daughter, Lexi, has signed with Kate Moss' modelling agency Storm Management.MORE: Amanda Holden poses with lookalike daughters as she shares intimate glimpse inside 51st birthdayThe mother-of-two proudly spoke of her daughter's latest achievement to the Daily Mail, revealing that although they had signed her this week, the 16-year-old won't be doing anything official until she turns 18.WATCH: Amanda Holden shares cute clip with her lookalike daughtersIn an exclusive interview with the newspaper, Amanda revealed: "They came after her and they're very lovely and nurturing and it will be a soft, slow thing and she won't do anything until she's 18 but they want her and that's what she wants to do."READ: Amanda Holden wows in tiny bikini in gorgeous beach photoRELATED: Amanda Holden makes fashion statement in leather mini-skirtThe 51-year-old went on to reveal that more than one modelling agency had shown interest in her teenage daughter but ultimately Lexi chose Storm. Amanda often shares pictures of her two daughter, Lexi and Hollie"She has made the decision to sign with them and Chris and I support her, and we are very protective but they're very keen," she said.Despite her new modelling career on the rise, Amanda still hopes that Lexi will go to university, and has encouraged her to "defer university for a year" if she wants, to see "where life takes her".Amanda, who also shares ten-year-old daughter Hollie with husband Chris Hughes, also joked about becoming a "momager", like Kris Jenner, but praised Chris for being the most "savvy" when it comes to business.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are set to visit Wales today to mark St David's Day - and it's a place which holds lots of special memories for the couple.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefMeta, the tech giant that controls the Facebook, Whatsapp and Instagram social media platforms, said that it has restricted access to Russian state media within the European Union. The moves are intended to limit the spread of Russian propaganda during the country’s invasion of Ukraine.“We have received requests from a number of governments and the European Union to take further steps in relation to Russian state-controlled media.

EXCLUSIVE: The excitement surrounding Steven Knight’s upcoming big-budget BBC war thriller Rogue Heroes has ramped up another notch with buyers in Europe, Canada and Australia acquiring the drama.

Dancing On Ice star Connor Ball has updated fans after suffering a fall and injury during Sunday night's live show.

CORONATION Street fans called out a "schoolboy error" in the soap's recent plotline which saw Chesney Brown say goodbye to his son. The busy dad bid farewell to eldest Joseph, who he shared with now-deceased Katy Armstrong, as the youngster prepared for a life in Portugal with his gran.

Meena Jutla has been getting away with murder, quite literally, for a long time and it appears she still is - despite being behind bars.

Springholm Nursery held a coffee morning and table top sale on Sunday to raise some funds.

Dundee’s Stobswell community is set to make a stand against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

A Lanarkshire nurse is fronting a poignant stand against those who direct any form of abuse to health and social care professionals.

Beloved Rangers hero Brian Laudrup fears his former team's transfer business in January is having a sizeable impact on their stuttering title bid.

Falkirk bus builder Alexander Dennis has been award a £62 million contract to build 137 zero emission buses, as part of the first phase of the Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund.

Franz Ferdinand have cancelled their upcoming shows in Russia following the country’s invasion of Ukraine last week.The Scottish band have become the latest act to axe their planned Russian gigs in the wake of the widely condemned Vladimir Putin-ordered military assault, with Yungblud, Green Day and the Russian rapper Oxxxymiron also scrapping shows in recent days.After speaking out in support of the “open and welcoming” people of Kyiv last week, Franz Ferdinand have confirmed this morning (March 1) that their scheduled gigs in St Petersburg and Moscow on June 29 and July 1 will no longer take place.The band said in a statement that “the only reason for this is the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian state”.“We love Russia. This great country has inspired our band through its art and literature and since we first played there 17 years ago, we have built a rich and deep relationship with our Russian fans,” the band said.“Since Thursday morning [February 24], we have spoken to many of our friends in Russia via social media and have encountered unanimous opposition to this violence and solidarity with our Ukrainian friends.

TONIGHT'S episodes of Emmerdale and EastEnders have been cancelled as football causes chaos with the soap schedules. Matches from The FA Cup will see the soaps moved around all week with none airing tonight.

Denise Van Outen has caused quite a stir amongst fans with her latest Instagram post.MORE: Denise Van Outen's ex Eddie Boxshall hits back at rumours with defiant postThe 47-year-old took to social media to reveal to fans that she has finally been able to return to the golf course. But it was her risqué first photo on the carousel that got followers talking.WATCH: At home with Denise Van OutenDenise can be seen wearing a pair of lingerie-style shorts and a matching top. She has partially covered up with a green blazer with her long blonde extensions styled into bouncy curls.

The Exorcist.The actress, who famously played Regan MacNeil in the iconic 1973 horror film, took to social media to clarify her stance after Blumhouse confirmed they were working on a new series of films.“To all my fans asking about my involvement in the new Exorcist reboot, as of now there has not been any discussions about me participating or reprising my role,” Blair wrote on Twitter.“I wish all those involved the best and I appreciate the loyalty and passion the fans have for The Exorcist and my character.”#TheExorcist pic.twitter.com/MXU5axqSNz— Linda Blair (@RealLindaBlair) July 26, 2021Ellen Burstyn, however, confirmed she would be reprising her role of Chris MacNeil in the forthcoming films.

would reprise her 1973 “Exorcist” role of Chris MacNeil — mother of devil-possessed teen Regan MacNeil, played by Blair — for an upcoming $400 million sequel trilogy to the classic horror film. However, one key casting question was not addressed by the announcement: Will Linda Blair reprise her own character for the project?On Monday evening, the 62-year-old actress shared a statement on Twitter, noting that “as of now there has not been any discussions about me participating or reprising my role,” adding that she “wished all those involved the best and I appreciate the loyalty and passion the fans have for The Exorcist and my character.”Blair further told The Post that representatives for screenwriter and director David Gordon Green (of

The Exorcist.According to The New York Times, original star Ellen Burstyn will reprise her iconic role of Chris MacNeil, alongside new star Leslie Odom Jr as a father who seeks her help when his daughter is possessed.The first film will be released in cinemas in October 2023, helmed by David Gordon Green, who directed the latest Halloween trilogy starring Jamie Lee Curtis as Laurie Strode once more. Gordon Green’s take on the iconic franchise won critical praise and raked in over $255m in 2018.

Linda Blair is speaking out about the upcoming reboot of “The Exorcist”. 

Linda Blair has made her first comments about the upcoming The Exorcist trilogy that was announced earlier today.

Ellen Burstyn is heading back to the big screen for more Exorcist movies!

Peacock. “Halloween” director David Gordon Green is at the helm of the revived supernatural, cross-wielding priest film series.

Universal is shelling out an eye-popping $400 million to buy a new “Exorcist” trilogy with plans to screen some of the films on Peacock, its new streaming service. In a coup, Ellen Burstyn, the Oscar-winning actress who first did battle with the devil in the 1973 original, will reprise her role as Chris MacNeil.David Gordon Green, the filmmaker of the studio’s latest “Halloween” reboot, is directing the upcoming “Exorcist” franchise, which will be produced by Blumhouse.

Universal Pictures and and NBCUniversal’s streaming service Peacock, in partnership with Blumhouse and Morgan Creek, have closed a reported $400 million-plus deal to purchase worldwide rights for a new Exorcist franchise that will see Ellen Burstyn reprise her role as the mother of a demon-possessed child.

The New York Times, which first reported the news, says that the deal for the franchise was upwards of $400 million. The studio did not comment on the amount of the deal, but sources say that CAA, which negotiated the deal, is the second high-profile deal they've negotiated for major IP in the last six months following the $400 million+ deal for the "Knives Out" sequels to Netflix.

EXCLUSIVE: Showtime is round out casting for the Roosevelt family on its upcoming anthology series The First Lady. Oscar, Emmy and Tony winner Ellen Burstyn, (Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore), Eliza Scanlen (Sharp Objects) and Cailee Spaeny (Mare of Easttown) are set for recurring roles on the series starring Viola Davis — who also executive produces — Michelle Pfeiffer and Gillian Anderson. Cathy Schulman serves as showrunner. Susanne Bier (The Undoing) will direct and executive produce.