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A new German comedy series premieres on February 26th, following Toni, a struggling rapper who’s forced to move back to his hometown after his mother’s passing. Things get even more complicated when he finds out he has a teenage son he didn’t know about. Now, Toni must balance trying to revive his music career with the challenges of being a new dad. The show combines dry wit with hip-hop elements as Toni deals with his quirky family and the oddballs in his small town.

The actor began his career in entertainment as a model and dancer, landing commercials for well-known brands like Armani and Abercrombie & Fitch. This early work helped him get his first big film role in ‘Step Up’. With a strong presence and natural talent, he’s since become successful in both dramatic and comedic roles, and is now famous for leading the ‘Magic Mike’ movies.

Peter Ostrum is best known for playing Charlie Bucket in the beloved 1971 film ‘Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory’. Despite the film’s success, he chose to step away from acting and return to his family in Ohio. He later earned a doctorate in veterinary medicine from Cornell University and spent over three decades as a large animal veterinarian in upstate New York. Ostrum retired from his practice in 2023, preferring a private life outside of Hollywood.

Laurence Fishburne boosted his career by telling a little white lie. When he auditioned for ‘Apocalypse Now’, he was only 14, but he said he was 18 to get the part of Tyrone ‘Clean’ Miller. The movie took so long to film that he wasn’t even 18 when it finally came out! This allowed him to land a tough, adult role that he wouldn’t have been considered for as a young teenager, and it was a key step in his successful acting career.

As a huge fan of Taylor Tomlinson, I’m so excited her new stand-up special is dropping on February 24th! She’s quickly become one of my favorites, and I’ve loved everything she’s done with this streaming service so far. In ‘Prodigal Daughter,’ she’s tackling family and growing up, and honestly, she’s hilarious doing it. She’s just so good at pointing out the funny side of everyday life and being incredibly sharp with her delivery. It’s definitely going to be a highlight of the last week of February for me – a must-watch!

Marlon Brando was kicked out of Shattuck Military Academy in his senior year after a rebellious act: he rode a motorcycle through the school hallways. This wasn’t his first trouble – he’d already been put on probation for being disrespectful to an officer. After being expelled, Brando moved to New York City to study acting with Stella Adler. He eventually became one of the most influential actors of all time, known for his roles in films like ‘The Godfather’ and ‘On the Waterfront’.

Renowned fight choreographer Yuen Woo-ping is back with a new film based on the popular Chinese comic ‘Biaoren’. The movie stars Wu Jing as a talented mercenary working along the Silk Road who takes on a risky job protecting someone, which quickly pulls him into a political plot during China’s Sui Dynasty. Released in 184 theaters by Well Go USA, the martial arts action film earned $760,000 during its opening weekend. The film’s strong $4,130 per-theater average shows it connected with audiences who enjoy exciting fight scenes and historical stories.

Matthew McConaughey hasn’t worn deodorant or cologne for more than two decades. He believes men should embrace their natural scent and prefers to smell authentic. While filming movies like ‘Fool’s Gold’, some co-stars, including Kate Hudson, have playfully mentioned his choice. McConaughey feels this is part of a healthy lifestyle that benefits his overall well-being.

selena gomez at the beach in mexico

Okay, let’s talk about this look. This young actress absolutely owned the red carpet. She wore a custom Louis Vuitton gown – a gorgeous plum color, almost burgundy – and it was stunning. The dress had this incredible, structured waist and flowed into a beautiful, long skirt. Honestly, against the grey London backdrop, that color popped. She was smart to keep the rest of her look minimal – sleek hair, a bold lip – the dress was the statement, and rightfully so. It was all about letting the architecture of the gown speak for itself, and it definitely did.