Celebs

The comedian and actress often shares political opinions that oppose the Black Lives Matter movement. She received significant backlash and her show was cancelled after a controversial tweet about Valerie Jarrett, a former advisor to President Obama. In interviews, she’s openly criticized Black Lives Matter, downplaying its influence on social justice. Her strong opinions shared on social media have established her as a prominent voice against progressive ideas.

The show heavily leans on 1980s nostalgia, with lots of references to popular movies from that decade. As the series goes on, some critics feel the storylines become predictable and repeat familiar themes. The story centers around a group of kids who battle scary creatures from a strange alternate world called the Upside Down. Although it’s visually appealing, some viewers think the characters don’t always develop in a believable way. Despite these points of discussion, the show continues to be a huge cultural phenomenon.

Eric Effiong is a Nigerian British teenager coming to terms with his identity as a gay man, and thankfully, he has his family’s complete support. He worries his religious father might not understand his outgoing personality, but they share a heartwarming moment that brings them closer. Ultimately, Eric’s father tells him to embrace who he is, because his love for his son is unconditional. This story offers a positive and welcome depiction of a young Black man confidently exploring and celebrating his identity.

Jamie Foxx first became famous for his hilarious impressions and characters on the comedy show ‘In Living Color’. For years, he was known mostly as a funny actor, starring in his own sitcom and doing stand-up comedy. But he showed everyone his serious acting talent when he played Ray Charles in the movie ‘Ray’. This performance was incredible and won him an Academy Award, proving he could handle dramatic and emotionally challenging roles, not just comedy.

I’m constantly amazed by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s commitment to fitness! He’s famous for creating his own personal gym, which he calls the Iron Paradise, and it’s incredible. He actually ships tons of equipment with him wherever he films, so he never misses a workout. It’s a fully equipped, professional-level gym with custom weights, allowing him to train whenever he needs to. Honestly, it’s that dedication which helps him stay in such amazing shape for all those physically demanding action movies.

This thrilling crime story set in Los Angeles centers around a skilled thief whose last heist gets complicated when he crosses paths with a frustrated insurance broker. Starring Chris Hemsworth and Halle Berry, the film also features Mark Ruffalo as the determined detective trying to catch them. Based on a story by Don Winslow, with supporting roles played by Barry Keoghan and Jennifer Jason Leigh, the movie hits theaters on February 13th.

‘Halo 2’ reveals a major power struggle within the Covenant, changing how players view the Elites. The game depicts the Great Schism, where the Elites rebel against their leaders, the Prophets, and ultimately join forces with humans. This dramatic turn led to a lot of debate about how alien cultures are shaped by religion and whether they can truly change. Seeing the Elites evolve from simple enemies into complex characters made fans rethink everything they knew about the war between humans and the Covenant.

Jeffrey Tambor played Maura Pfefferman, a retired professor who comes out as transgender to her grown children. This choice of actor sparked criticism from the transgender community, who felt a transgender actress should have been cast for a more authentic portrayal and to provide work for transgender performers. The show centers on the Pfefferman family’s experiences as they adjust to this change. Tambor received awards for his performance but later left the series due to allegations of misconduct.

I’m really excited about this new drama coming out on February 5th! It stars Luna Rivera and Alex Veadov, two actors I’ve been following for a while. John D. Michaels and Michelle Haro are also in it, which is great – they’re both fantastic. It’s a bit of a longer movie, running an hour and fifty-three minutes, and it’s getting a limited release, but from what I’ve heard, it’s a really emotionally powerful story and a perfect way to start the month at the cinema.

I’m a huge fan of Billy Porter! He’s incredibly talented – you probably know him as Pray Tell from ‘Pose,’ the role that rightfully earned him an Emmy. But he’s so much more than that! He’s a Tony winner for ‘Kinky Boots’ on Broadway, and he’s always pushing boundaries with his music and fashion. What I really admire, though, is that he uses his platform to fight for what’s right. He’s been in amazing things like ‘American Horror Story’ and even the recent ‘Cinderella’ movie, and he just keeps proving how versatile and inspiring he is. He’s truly a force in the entertainment world!