Meghan Markle feels she can now do what she pleases without asking for permission after her decision to quit as a senior royal, a close friend exclusively told DailyMail.com.  —  ‘Meghan felt she had to escape because living within the royal confines was soul crushing,’ the friend said.

HBO won't pursue second season of ‘Watchmen’ after creator bows out  —  PASADENA, Calif. - “Watchmen” won a loyal following and critical acclaim, as the superhero comics series was adapted into a politically relevant drama about race and the criminal justice system.

Taika Waititi Courted for Star Wars Movie (Exclusive)  —  Will the Force be strong with this one?  —  After Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the space fantasy franchise is going on a pause, in terms of theatrical movies.  But that does not mean the process has ground to a halt.

Nicolas Cage Says Marriage Story ‘Should Be Required Viewing’ After ‘Having Been Through’ Divorce  —  Nicolas Cage is opening up about marriage and divorce  —  Nicolas Cage is a fan of the Oscar-nominated movies this year, but he's got his eye on a particular film.

Grammys chief Deborah Dugan, accused of misconduct, exits post just 10 days before awards show  —  Just 10 days before the 62nd Grammy Awards, Recording Academy President and Chief Executive Deborah Dugan has exited her position, the organization confirmed Thursday.

Karlie Kloss Opens Up About Her Political Views After Viral Kushner Comment on Project Runway  —  “I voted as a democrat in 2016 and I plan to do the same in 2020,” Karlie Kloss  —  Karlie Kloss is making exactly what her political views are crystal clear after a Project Runway contestant awkwardly …

By REBECCA ENGLISH FOR THE DAILY MAIL  —  The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's staff at Frogmore Cottage are being ‘let go’, in the surest sign yet the couple will settle in Canada, sources revealed yesterday.  —  At least two permanent employees - a house manager and a cleaner …

Womp-Womp: Gigi Hadid Got Dismissed As A Juror In The Harvey Weinstein Trial  —  Is there no justice left in this world?  Do I have to live in a world where a reality-star can become President but a supermodel can't be on the jury for an alleged movie mogul rapist?

Facebook Cancels ‘Sorry For Your Loss’ & ‘Limetown’ As It Scales Back Scripted Efforts Amid Unscripted Push  —  EXCLUSIVE: Facebook Watch has opted not to renew its original series Sorry For Your Loss, starring Elizaeth Olsen, for a third season and Limetown, headlined by Jessica Biel, for a second.

Ariana Grande Hit With Copyright Suit Over ‘7 Rings’  —  Ariana Grande was sued on Thursday by a hip-hop artist who claims she ripped off the chorus of his song for her hit “7 Rings.”  —  Josh Stone, who performs as DOT, wrote and recorded “You Need I Got It” in 2017.

All Eyes on Elle Fanning  —  At 21, she's already a seasoned Hollywood pro.  This month, she adds YA romance  —  All the Bright Places  —  on Netflix to her impressive oeuvre, with even greater things to come.  —  I meet Elle Fanning in a London hotel restaurant, where she jumps up to hug me the minute I arrive.

Cardi B Masks Face With Bling At Offset's Fashion Show in Paris  —  Cardi B just showed up to support her hubby for Paris Fashion Week and she's sure to be the talk of the night ... looking sexy in a diamond-studded fit.  —  Cardi's got her face covered by a blinged-out mask and her boobs …