The cast and crew talk all about their memories of the original 'Lion King,' working with Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter and the film's tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones.
Aaron Pierre chats with The Hollywood Reporter at the 'Mufasa: The Lion King' premiere and dishes on playing the role of Mufasa and stepping into James Earl Jones' shoes. Hear why he calls James a "hero" of his since the very beginning.
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'Mufasa: The Lion King' Director Barry Jenkins describes Blue Ivy Carter's performance as the character Kiara in the film while chatting with THR at the premiere. Plus, he describes his collaborative relationship with Lin-Manuel Miranda while working on this film.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda is opening up about why he didn't return for 'Moana 2.' Miranda, who wrote the music for 2016's 'Moana' and received an Oscar nomination for the song "How Far I'll Go," recently spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about his latest work on 'Mufasa: The Lion King alongside the film's director Barry Jenkins.
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Braelyn Rankins describes the excitement he felt working with Lin Manuel Miranda and singing new songs in 'Mufasa: The Lion King.' Plus, he talks working closely with Aaron Pierre in the film.
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Lebo M tells THR he was "Lion-Kinged out" until he got in contact with director Barry Jenkins and learned that the film was a completely different concept. Plus, at the premiere of 'Mufasa: The Lion King' he shares what it was like to almost be competing with himself and work with Lin-Manuel Miranda.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda describes the process of creating the soundtrack for 'Mufasa: The Lion King' while paying homage to the original 'Lion King' while chatting with THR at the premiere. Plus, he raves about working with director Barry Jenkins.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a law effectively subjecting TikTok to a national ban on Sunday. The massively popular social media platform that is used by roughly half the country will be shut down, unless there's an 11th-hour lifeline from President-elect Donald Trump, who has said he can reach a deal to rescue the app. The Hollywood Reporter spoke to TikTok creators and asked how they're feeling about the Supreme Court's decision.
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Cameron Diaz is sharing if she really is in her Hollywood comeback. The actress, who is making her onscreen return with Netflix’s 'Back in Action' following a 10-year hiatus, recently shared with Empire magazine if this means she's back for good.
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David Lynch, the writer-director whose film and TV work included 'Blue Velvet,' 'Mulholland Drive' and 'Twin Peaks,' has died. He was 78. Lynch's death was announced on his Facebook page. The post read, "It is with deep regret that we, his family, announce the passing of the man and the artist, David Lynch. We would appreciate some privacy at this time. There's a big hole in the world now that he's no longer with us. But, as he would say, 'Keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole.' It's a beautiful day with golden sunshine and blue skies all the way."
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The first trailer for 'Daredevil: Born Again' is here. The show sees Charlie Cox return as Matt Murdock, attorney by day and vigilante by night, while Vince D'Onofrio once again plays Wilson Fisk aka the super villain Kingpin. The actors first played these characters in the Netflix Marvel series 'Daredevil,' which ran for three seasons from 2015 to 2018. Now, both men appear set for an inevitable collision course in the upcoming Disney+ series.
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Drake has filed a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group for Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us." Drake filed in federal court on Wednesday and said the release of Lamar's "Not Like Us," which is aimed at the Canadian rapper, an example of valuing "corporate greed over the safety and well-being of its artists."
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Beyoncé is postponing her hotly anticipated announcement amid the ongoing devastation of the Los Angeles wildfires. The major announcement was set for Jan. 14th however the night before the singer posted a statement revealing the delay as well as news of the donation.
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Beyonce is putting today's HUGE announcement on ice as the wildfires continue to cut a path of destruction across Los Angeles. The iconic singer issued a.. TMZ.com
Beyoncé's BeyGood foundation is donating $2.5 million to support those devastated by the Los Angeles wildfires. The foundation announced the news with this post on Instagram. They captioned the post, "Los Angeles, we stand with you. The fund is earmarked to aid families in the Altadena/Pasadena area who lost their homes and to churches and community centers to address the immediate needs of those affected by the wildfires."
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Beyoncé is reminding people to BeyGOOD ... by shelling out a hefty chunk of change through her foundation to support the Los Angeles wildfire relief effort. The.. TMZ.com
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