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Cynthia Littleton Business EditorIn the entertainment industry, the name WetaFX is synonymous with high-end visual effects. CEO Prem Akkaraju wants to make the firm, founded by filmmakers Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh, a marquee name for original content as well.As he explains on the latest episode of Variety podcast “Strictly Business,” Akkaraju has helped reorganize the company’s operations to facilitate growth in content production, marking the next evolution of the New Zealand-based VFX company that at present employs about 2,000 people.“We’re a household name in the households that make movies,” Akkaraju said.

Black History Month, a crucial time to learn about different Black lives and stories that have left a significant mark on our society.MORE: 10 inspiring Black History Month books that kids will loveAs the month progresses, various stars such as Kerry Washington and Tracee Ellis Ross are taking to Instagram to share all the different ways in which they commemorate the significance of the month. From photo recreations to special music videos and more, here are how different celebrities are honoring Black history.WATCH: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle commemorate Black History MonthRihanna kicked it off with news that sent fans wild. Just two days after the singer announced her pregnancy alongside A$ap Rocky with stunning photos in the streets of New York, she shared with her followers an intimate photo of her growing baby bump.The star shared a picture from her bathroom where she was lifting an orange sports jersey to show her belly.

Matthew McConaughey is opening up about the possibility of appearing in the upcoming Magic Mike film, Magic Mike’s Last Dance.

50 Cent to shame? Fat chance! The rapper has been mercilessly blasted with fiery fat jokes and body-shaming bombs since Sunday, when he rocked the Super Bowl halftime show with an upside-down performance of “In da Club” — the iconic hanging stunt he debuted in the 2003 video for the smash hit. Despite the 46-year-old’s ability to effortlessly execute the physical feat for fans almost two decades later, cyber critics and wannabe comedians were focused on Fiddy’s apparent weight gain. “50 cent got fat now he a dollar,” tweeted a heckler. “50 Cent out here looking like a FAT BAT,” penned another jeerer, alongside a screenshot of the “Wanksta” rhymer suspended in the air. Timeline trolls even teased the veteran rapper by backhanding him with his renowned “I love you like a fat kid loves cake” lyric from his love ballad “21 Questions.”50 Cent out here looking like a FAT BAT.

Apple TV+.“I thought it was a really amazing concept,” said Stiller, 56, who’s directing the series. “Being able to go to work and forget everything about your life.

Matthew McConaughey is opening up about the possibility of appearing in the upcoming Magic Mike film, Magic Mike’s Last Dance.

Olivia Rodrigo is talking beauty.

“Safe from Online Sex Abuse” (SOSA) in 2020.The organization’s work is featured in the new TV documentary series “Undercover Underage,” which debuts on Investigation Discovery on Feb. 24. It’s currently airing on the streaming service Discovery+.Cameras follow Powell and her fellow investigators as they help police bring perverts like Jones to justice.

Star Trek” and “Sonic” fans excited with the news from its investor day on Tuesday, but Wall Street was not impressed as the company’s stock took a big hit on Wednesday, taking AMC Networks down with it. At opening, ViacomCBS — which is soon to rebrand itself as Paramount — saw its stock drop nearly 18% to $29.58 per share, while AMC Networks fell 15% at around $37.95 per share.

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Paolo and Vittorio Taviani directed films together from the early 1950s until Vittorio died in 2018, leaving his now 90-year-old brother to carry on alone. Leonora Addio, the second film Paolo has made without Vittorio, is not only dedicated to him but picks up many of the themes that ran through their earlier work, including their enthusiasm for theater in general and the writings of Nobel laureate Luigi Pirandello in particular. The Berlin Film Festival competition entry looks and sounds sumptuous, but its two stories — both of which raise questions about what the living owe the dead — are disappointingly slight.

Fitness progress! Eleven weeks after welcoming her baby boy with Tristan Thompson, Maralee Nichols is proud of her body.

Britney Spears was invited by two U.S. lawmakers, Democrats Charlie Crist of Florida and Eric Swalwell of California, to “meet with us in Congress” and share her struggle to end the conservatorship her father Jamie oversaw that controlled much of her life.

This may be the most disturbing chapter yet in the public falling out between Alice Evans and Ioan Gruffudd.

Britney Spears might be headed to Congress soon, and it’s for the best reason possible!

Staind frontman Aaron Lewis welcomed North Carolina Republican congressman Madison Cawthorn on stage during a concert at the weekend.On Saturday (February 12), Lewis took to the stage at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort in Cherokee, North Carolina, for a solo show.During his set, the Staind musician brought out Cawthorn, who has developed a following as one of the most far-right members of Congress, and introduced him as his “dear friend”.“Not only is he the youngest congressman ever, he’s doing some fucking shit that I’ve never seen a congressman have the balls to do,” Lewis told the crowd. “He’s putting through legislature to limit term limits.

Frank Pesce, a character actor who appeared in both "Beverly Hills Cop" movies, "Top Gun," "Midnight Run" and "Miami Vice," died on Feb. 6 due to dementia complications. He was 75.

Ioan Gruffudd is making Alice Evans keep her distance away from him, after filing a restraining order against her.

Shakira is one proud mama and she's not afraid to show it!This Colombian singer took to Instagram Wednesday to share a video of her son, Sasha, 7, whom she shares with Spanish soccer player Gerard Piqué, earning first place at his karate tournament.In the video, a masked Shakira is seen jumping up and down and cheering Sasha on as he steps onto the first place podium. After handing her son a certificate, Shakira continues the celebration, even taking her mask down for a brief moment to scream «Woohoo!» to the camera.«Next time if they don't want me to yell so much they'll have to take me with a muzzle!» the «Don't Wait Up» songstress joked.A post shared by Shakira (@shakira)This is nothing new for the 45-year-old mother of two who has documented her proud karate mom moments at Sasha's past tournaments.«Mi amor, mi amor! Oh my god, Sasha!» Shakira can be heard screaming in the video, posted in December.«When your six year old accomplishes something and you are more into it than getting any Grammy!» she wrote.

Greg Kinnear is talking about crossing paths with Courteney Cox before starring in their upcoming horror comedy series,. The two spoke with ET's Matt Cohen about their new television show on Starz, and Kinnear also recalled having a memorable guest-starring role on . Kinnear played Dr.

Ioan Gruffudd has filed against his estranged wife Alice Evans.

Eminem's daughter has found her super man. On Feb. 15, just two days after catching her famous father's Super Bowl halftime show, Hailie Jade Mathers posted a rare photo with her longtime beau, Evan McClintock.

System Of A Down.Speaking in a new interview with national radio station Bandit Rock, Andersson – who last year became the first female to be elected to the commanding position in Sweden’s history – was quizzed about her musical tastes.“When it comes to rock, it’s System Of A Down,” she told hosts Bollnäs-Martin and Richie Puzz.Asked whether Serj Tankian and co. were part of her listening habits at home, Andersson replied: “Yes, absolutely, and when it’s [a] party!” However, she admitted she’s never the one in charge of DJ-ing these parties.

Nikki Sixx, 63, and his wife Courtney, 36, are enjoying paradise with their adorable two-and-a-half-year-old Ruby. The model shared an adorable collage of the family of three enjoying their time in Mexico. The first pic was a family portrait that captured their personalities perfectly as Nikki threw up two “rock on” signs as Courtney smiled sweetly at the camera while Ruby was definitely judging both of them.

The girls of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, aka Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, Jenni “JWoww Farley” and Deena Cortese gave a questionable speech at their pal Angelina Pivarnick‘s 2019 wedding to now-estranged husband Chris Larangeira. After the audio of the speech leaked online, they were bullied by many who heard it. Now, the ladies are up in arms yet again since The Sun published a new report accusing Angelina of leaking the speech herself.

Fans of Larry David have some good news — and not just good, but pretty, pretty, pretty good.

Wendy Williams gives an update on her health in a new video.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau looks sharp in a silvery purple suit at the premiere and photo call of his new movie, Against The Ice, during the 2022 Berlinale Film Festival on Tuesday (February 15) in Berlin, Germany.

It looks like Pete Davidson is getting ready to return to social media.

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Ken Johnson, he was already working on his second idea for a game to bring to the entertainment industry. After a concept for a board game failed to fully materialize, he decided to create his own take on the popular two-player card game Gin Rummy.