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Cynthia Littleton Business EditorThe original “Top Gun” is a study in Hollywood moviemaking of a certain era — an era captured in the pages of Variety as the movie was birthed starting in mid-1983 until its triumphant release by Paramount Pictures three years later.The movie came together during the period when Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer were at the peak of their powers as red-hot producers of culture-shaking films such as 1983’s “Flashdance” and 1984’s “Beverly Hills Cop.” The film that the pair crafted with numerous screenwriters (more on that in the clips), director Tony Scott and veteran producer Bill Badalato launched Tom Cruise to a new level of stardom and created a legacy sturdy enough for Cruise, Bruckheimer and Paramount to leap back to the top of the box office nearly 40 years later with the long-delayed, made-for-movie-screens sequel “Top Gun: Maverick.”As demonstrated by the steady pace of news about “Top Gun,” Simpson and Bruckheimer had a ton of clout with Paramount and the industry at the time. They even were able to control the rights to the soundtrack for the film — something they learned from the success of “Flashdance” and “Beverly Hills Cop.” Simpson-Bruckheimer Prods.

Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’ have increased by 153 per cent after the song appeared on the latest season of Stranger Things.The first volume of season four arrived on Netflix last week (May 27) and Bush’s song features in the first episode of the new show and then prominently in some of the episodes thereafter via key moments involving the character Max Mayfield (Sadie Sink).The song, taken from Bush’s album ‘Hounds of Love’, overtook ‘Wuthering Heights’ on Spotify to become her most popular title on the service after it experienced a 153 per cent surge in streams on Spotify. It was described as “the biggest gainer on the Global Spotify chart” by the streaming giants.Elsewhere, the song also went to number one on iTunes.The first part of the full soundtrack, which you can listen to above, was released on May 27.

Futurama star John DiMaggio has said that he didn’t get a pay rise after his return to the show.The actor, who voiced the robot on the original animated show, was not initially announced as part of the returning cast for the upcoming reboot series, saying at the time that he felt the cast deserved a pay rise.However, in March he confirmed he would be coming back after all, though it was unclear if he had been offered more money.Speaking to /Film at Phoenix Fan Fusion, DiMaggio has now said he will not be getting paid more, claiming: “People are like, ‘I’m so glad you got more money!’ I didn’t get more money.“But what I did get was a lot of respect, and a lot of head nods from people who are like, ‘Yo bro, I see you and thank you.'”He went on to call the respect he garnered over so-called #Bendergate “quite rewarding,” adding: “Trying to get money out of Disney is like trying to get blood from a stone — you ain’t gonna get it!”The actor also recalled that he discussed a return with his agent, suggesting it was like “we want to be in the house having a nice Thanksgiving dinner, or… standing across the street in the freezing rain watching everybody eat stuffing.”“But listen, this was the best thing about that fight: I had Disney, Hulu, I was holding on to their collective testicles so hard that they couldn’t, y’know, there was nowhere for them to go,” he added.

Bradley Cooper is unrecognizable as Leonard Bernstein in first-look photos from the set of his new Netflix biopic, . The photos see Cooper aged-up as he plays both older and younger versions of the famed American conductor.The shots also see Cooper alongside fellow Oscar nominee, Carey Mulligan, who plays his wife Felicia Montealegre.

Just about a month after Wynonna Judd’s mother, Naomi Judd, died by suicide, the 58-year-old took to Instagram to reflect on life without Naomi. "Checking in.There is so much happening in the world right now," Wynonna began her caption alongside an image of her performing. "Before I sat down to write this, I thought, 'No…I just don't know what to say.' Then, I heard the words from my life coach asking me, 'What do you know?' And I began to cry." She continued: "WHAT DO I KNOW??" Naomi Judd and Wynonna Judd appear at the CMA Awards.

Rebekah Vardy and her husband Jamie are reportedly renting out their villa in Portugal following Becky's recent costly Wagatha Christie trial. Earlier this month, Rebekah, 40, was involved in the high-profile case which saw Rebekah sue Coleen Rooney for libel after Wayne Rooney's wife accused her Instagram of leaking fake stories about her to the press in October 2019.

died on January 27 this year, according to reports. In 2010, Andy left Emmerdale after his character Shadrach was killed off in an emotional storyline related to alcohol abuse. Following the sad news, many fans are now sharing messages on social media, paying tribute to the actor:‘RIP Andy Devine aka Shadrach Dingle’, one Twitter user wrote.

Dancing on Ice winner has opened up about what she earned as a professional skater for the ITV show. Alex Murphy says she earns more working as an influencer on TikTok than she ever did on the ice. Alex joined the ITV skating competition in 2018, competing in three seasons before being let go in 2020.

ITV soap, died of unknown causes. Public records seen by The Sun confirm he died in January but news of his passing has only recently emerged. Devine served in the Royal Navy in the 1960s before turning his hand to acting.

Made in Chelsea star Tiffany Watson has tied the knot with footballer Cameron McGeehan. The couple exchanged vows at a church wedding on Saturday (May 28) with friends and family in attendance at the ceremony. Taking to Instagram, Watson shared a collection of romantic photographs from the special day of her posing at sunset with her new husband.

Yorkshire Coast town is that of a Botham's lemon bun, which has been the source of a frosty debate in the past as to how it should be eaten. Locals have a particular way to go about the doughy delight that if not followed can show whether you're a local or not. If you've never tried a lemon bun from Botham's of Whitby then you are missing out.

Gallery: The day Taylor Swift CRIED and other jaw-dropping celebrity moments from The Ellen DeGeneres Show. . . (BANG Showbiz)Alongside the clip, he wrote: "Man these daddy/daughter/bunny tea parties have a special way of kinda putting life into real perspective.

The girlfriend of Nick Cave’s late son, Jethro Lazenby, has spoken out for the first time since his death.  Lazenby died on May 9 at the age of 31 just days after he was released from jail on bail after admitting to attacking his mother Beau Lazenby.  The model was reportedly found at a motel in northern Melbourne, Australia, but a cause of death has not been revealed.

Peter Andre is considering legal action to stop Rebekah Vardy's claim his manhood was compared to a “chipolata” being repeated, according to reports. During the Wagatha Christie libel trial at the High Court between Vardy and Coleen Rooney, Ms Vardy was asked about her tell-all interview in which she claimed she had a fling with the former pop star in 2001. Mr Andre, 49, is upset that the claims originally made in the News Of The World in 2004 have been dredged up again and that he was given no warning they would be detailed in Ms Vardy’s court battle.

John Wayne played another tough cop in 1975 action thriller, Brannigan, opposite Richard Attenborough. Set in London, the movie saw Duke's Chicago detective Lieutenant Jim Brannigan organise the extradition of an American mobster, who is kidnapped and held to random. The 67-year-old star had been suffering from major health problems for years, having had a cancerous lung removed a decade prior.

One final showdown. As fans await the conclusion to season 4 of Stranger Things, executive producer Shawn Levy hinted that the best is yet to come.

Hundreds of passengers flying from Manchester Airport over the last few days as the May half-term holidays get underway have been faced with long delays, queues and cancelled flights.

Loved-up Lucy Fallon looked like a goddess in green as she posed on the sand on her romantic holiday with her man Ryan Ledson. The former Coronation Street star wowed fans in a zesty lime-coloured bikini in the Maldives.

Molly-Mae Hague pictured before Love Island fame shows the influencer as a fresh-faced teenager with very curly hair.

Molly Smith Metzler was first handed a copy of Stephanie Land’s book Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive during her time in the Shameless writers’ room.

Jamie Lee Curtis’ daughter Ruby is married.

With summer around the corner, some celebrities have been turning on vacation mode a little early this year.

Rapper Percy Robert Miller, popularly known as Master P, on Sunday announced the death of his 29-year-old daughter, Tytyana Miller.  "Our family is dealing with an overwhelming grief for the loss of my daughter Tytyana," the "Bourbons and Lacs" artist said in a Sunday Instagram post. "We respectfully request some privacy so that our family can grieve. We appreciate all of the prayers love and support.

Alexisonfire have announced details of a UK and European headline tour for later this year – get tickets here.The Canadian post-hardcore band are set to release their first new album in 13 years next month after headline appearances at Slam Dunk Festival this weekend (June 3 and 4).Today though (May 30) the band have announced a string of headline shows for later in the year. Kicking off in Cardiff on October 14, the run will see the band visit the likes of Manchester, Leeds and Brighton before taking to London’s Brixton Academy.

Nicole Kidman made a surprise appearance on stage at her husband Keith Urban‘s concert in Las Vegas this weekend and one thing is getting a lot of attention!

The first photos from Bradley Cooper’s “A Star is Born” follow-up are here.

The Edmonton Elks have named a new game-day host and she will likely be a familiar face to many in Alberta.

Vladimir Putin may already be dead as rumours spiral about the Russian leader's death, MI6 sources say.

A Paisley schoolgirl won a prestigious competition thanks to her caring design to help with children’s emotions.

Scotrail has agreed to lay on an extra 13 train services to get Scotland fans home from this week's World Cup qualifier against Ukraine.

Emmerdale star Paige Sandhu looked worlds away from her character Meena Jutla as she shared a collection of glamorous snaps over the weekend. Taking to Instagram, the actress, 25, sent fans wild in a "stunning" green sequinned suit with a long blazer and matching flared trousers. Paige accessorised the stylish ensemble with a pair of white trainers and a collection of gold necklaces as she posed up a storm for her mirror selfies.The soap star styled her brunette locks into a relaxed loose wavy hairdo and she added a slick of radiant makeup.

Eco vigilantes targeting 4x4s and SUVs have set their sights on Glasgow.