Celebs

Since its debut on HBO Max in late January, ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ has become a hit, quickly rising to the top of viewership charts. Starring Rose Byrne, the drama has earned widespread praise from critics and is being recognized during awards season for its compelling story. The film delves into difficult emotions as it follows a woman going through a major life change and how it affects her relationships. Many consider it one of the best films of 2025, thanks to its heartfelt performances and strong direction.

I’ve always known Scorsese is a huge influence on so many modern directors – people like the Safdie brothers and Greta Gerwig clearly learned a lot from him. But it’s amazing to learn he was so inspired by filmmakers from all over the world! He grew up loving masters like Kurosawa, Ozu, and Hitchcock, and he’s often talked about how important films like Ikiru and Tokyo Story were to him. But the movie that really set him on his path, he says, was Roberto Rossellini’s Paisan from 1946. He remembers watching it with his grandparents on TV, and it wasn’t just the story that got to him. He said their real emotional reaction to seeing images of their home country felt as powerful and immediate to him as the characters on screen. It’s incredible to think about how that one experience shaped the work we know and love today.

Martin Scorsese has made several documentaries about famous musicians, including Bob Dylan, George Harrison, and The Rolling Stones. However, his 1978 film, The Last Waltz, is still considered his greatest work in this area, capturing The Band’s final concert.

Scorsese didn’t just record the concert; he used a film studio to create close-up performances and interviews with band members like Rick Danko and Robbie Robertson. After spending a week working with these music legends, Scorsese gave Robertson a note saying, this has been the happiest week of my life.

Winston Duke is well-known for playing M’Baku in the ‘Black Panther’ movies. At six feet five inches tall, he often plays strong, intimidating characters, and his height is a noticeable part of his presence. He also starred in the horror film ‘Us’ as a father fighting to protect his family. Duke honed his acting skills at the Yale School of Drama, preparing him for roles in both theater and film. Before becoming an actor, he was an athlete, and his height was an advantage in sports.

Lyrics referencing gossip and consequences – “towns talk and the truth starts spreading, crossing lines makes Xs” – resonated with Kelsea Ballerini, who recently turned 32, and she responded with a knowing “mmmhhhmmm” online. This led many fans to believe the lyrics relate to her recent split from Morgan Evans, as he is now known as Stokes. While neither Ballerini nor Stokes have publicly discussed the breakup, Ballerini’s reaction and subsequent unfollowing of Stokes on Instagram suggest this separation may be final.

Just a week before the Grammy Awards, Ballerini spoke positively about their relationship, acknowledging they had shared a significant part of their lives together. She also referenced a previous, brief split in 2025, downplaying the drama and framing it as a learning experience.

Beyond her personal life, Ballerini is having a busy year professionally. She’s continuing to promote her album Mount Pleasant, released in November 2025, which features popular songs like “I Sit in Parks” and “Cowboys Cry Too.” She’s also taking on a new role as a coach on The Voice and will be headlining major music festivals this summer, including the Barefoot Country Music Fest and the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open.

Michael Jai White is a highly skilled martial artist with black belts in seven different disciplines. He started training when he was young and became proficient in styles like Kyokushin Karate, Taekwondo, and Shotokan. Known for doing his own stunts in movies like ‘Black Dynamite’ and ‘Spawn,’ White is respected for his fighting abilities in both Hollywood and the martial arts world. He continues to practice and encourage fitness through social media and other platforms.

Kylie Jenner received a unique Valentine’s Day gift: a custom charm designed by jeweler Ashna Mehta. The charm features Kylie Cosmetics’ signature “drip” logo, crafted from 18kt gold and adorned with diamonds. These custom pieces from Mehta’s brand, Bag Bijoux, can cost anywhere from $5,000 to over $84,000, depending on how much they’re customized and the size of the diamonds.

Fans are now wondering how Kylie will spend the actual holiday with her boyfriend of three years, Timothée Chalamet. The couple has generally kept their relationship private, but Chalamet has been more open about his feelings recently, especially while accepting awards.

At the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards in January, he thanked his makeup artist and then expressed his love to someone in the audience – Kylie, who was sitting nearby, mouthed “I love you” back. He also mentioned her at the Golden Globes, visibly moving Jenner, who told friends she was very happy. Her family approves of the relationship too.

Caitlyn Jenner recently shared that Timothée treats Kylie well, and her main priority is her daughter’s happiness. With successful businesses and a solid relationship, Jenner, mother to Stormi, 7, and Aire, 3, seems to be starting the year with a lot to celebrate.

Steven Seagal, the action movie star, hosted the show in 1992 and is remembered by many cast members as the worst host ever. He was reportedly rude to both the writers and performers, and wouldn’t participate in sketches that poked fun at his on-screen persona. Producer Lorne Michaels, who rarely comments on past hosts, publicly stated Seagal would never be asked back, calling him uncooperative and lacking a sense of humor. Seagal’s difficulty working with others even became the subject of a joke told by Nicolas Cage in a future episode.

Netflix created an animated series inspired by James Cameron’s Terminator universe, using an anime style. While the show initially sparked interest with partners like Production I.G and Skydance Television, a lack of updates after its debut left fans wondering if it would continue.

Quentin Tarantino is known for having strong opinions about movies, and he recently shared his list of seven ‘perfect’ films on Jimmy Kimmel Live! One of them is the 1970s romantic comedy Annie Hall.

The film, directed by Woody Allen, centers on Alvy Singer, a somewhat anxious man, and his complicated relationship with the unique Annie Hall. Annie Hall was a turning point for Allen, skillfully blending comedy with thoughtful themes of gender, identity, and the challenges of relationships.