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1:05 PM ET, February 18, 2025

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Jazz Tangcay / Variety:
Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at Hollywood Bowl  —  Cynthia Erivo is set to play Jesus Christ this summer in a production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl.  Erivo shared the news via Instagram and wrote: “Just a little busy this Summer, can't wait.”
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Gabrielle Rockson / People:
Cynthia Erivo Cast as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl's Production of Jesus Christ Superstar  —  The upcoming production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ will run from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3  —  Cynthia Erivo will be performing in Jesus Christ Superstar.  —  On Tuesday, Feb. 18, it was announced that the Wicked star …
Brendan McDonald / WTF with Marc Maron Podcast:
Episode 1618 - Brady Corbet  —  Brady Corbet spent years in front of the camera until he resigned from the job of actor.  The new career he took up, that of filmmaker, has led to ten Oscar nominations for his newest movie The Brutalist.  Brady talks with Marc about what made him devote eight years …
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Justin Baldoni's legal team could use Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively's ‘SNL 50’ outing in actor's defense  —  Justin Baldoni's legal team may use Ryan Reynolds' “SNL 50” joke about their respective lawsuits in the director's defense, an insider tells Page Six.
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People:
Blake Lively Was ‘Nervous’ to Return to Spotlight at SNL 50th amid Legal Battle but Had ‘Great Time’ (Exclusive Source)
Caroline Blair / Page Six:
Teddi Mellencamp's sister gives update after brain tumor surgery: ‘The strongest person I know’  —  Teddi Mellencamp's sister shared an update on the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” alum's recovery from surgery to remove tumors from her brain.  —  Justice Mellencamp posted a black …
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Olivia Evans / E! Online:
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Wear Eyebrow-Raising Matching Cartier Rings  —  At the BAFTA Awards in London Feb. 16, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner stepped out wearing coordinating pieces of Cartier jewelry.  —  Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet's romance has a nice ring to it.
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Daily Star:
BBC star dies as tributes pour in for ‘beloved actor’ after sad announcement  —  A comedy icon, who starred in the hit BBC show Still Game, has sadly died with tributes pouring in for the late actor online as fans recalled his ‘unforgettable performances’  —  BBC star Jimmy Martin has sadly died.
Discussion: Mirror, Daily Express and The Sun
Victoria Johns / Mirror:
Fans spot worrying detail in Kieran Hayler and Michelle Penticost split statement  —  Kieran Hayler and his fiancée, Michelle Penticost, have called it quits after seven years together, but some fans reckon the couple ditched each other months ago  —  A spokesperson for Kieran Hayler …
Discussion: The Sun
Susan Knox / Mirror:
Eighties rocker Lorraine Lewis, 66, makes eye-watering fee on OnlyFans with saucy snaps  —  Femme Fatale and Vixen star Lorraine Lewis has proudly revealed that she has joined X-rated Subscription site OnlyFans - and she's raking it in thanks to her saucy snaps
Discussion: Daily Star
Clare Fisher / People:
Tom Brady Shares Sweet Skiing Selfie with His ‘Forever Valentine,’ Daughter Vivian, 12  —  Retired NFL star Brady and his ex-wife, former Victoria's Secret model, Gisele Bündchen welcomed Vivian in 2012  —  Tom Brady put family first this Valentine's Day.
Discussion: E! Online, Page Six and Us Weekly
Funmi Fetto / Vogue UK:
“I Know I Can Do It All”: How South African Sensation Tyla Brought The World To Its Feet  —  On the street outside an invite-only showcase at Katy's Palace Bar - a multi-level, industrial-chic venue with incredible views over Kramerville, Johannesburg - a well-heeled, ready-to-party crowd is gathering.
Discussion: Just Jared, Billboard and UPROXX
People:
Meghan Markle Renames Lifestyle Brand ‘American Riviera Orchard’ to ‘As Ever.’ And Yes, There Will Be Jam  —  Less than a year after debuting American Riviera Orchard, the Duchess of Sussex has shifted focus with the announcement of her rebranded lifestyle brand
Ananya Panchal / Sports Illustrated:
Everything to Know About Alix Earle, Returning 2025 SI Swimsuit Model  —  The content creator and last June's digital issue star traveled to Jamaica for her photo shoot with Yu Tsai.  —  When we first wrote about Alix Earle in January 2023, she was a University of Miami student whose infectious energy …
Discussion: People, Us Weekly and TMZ.com
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Melissa Minton / Page Six:
Alix Earle pairs knit bikini with sparkling jewels for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025
Discussion: WWD
Caroline Blair / Page Six:
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson reconnect during ‘SNL 50’ anniversary special afterparty 2 years after split  —  Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson reunited while celebrating the “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary special Sunday night.  —  The “Kardashians” star and the “SNL” …
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Elise Taylor / Vogue:   An Exclusive Look Inside Saturday Night Live's 50th Anniversary After-Party
 
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Dave Quinn / People:
SAG Host Kristen Bell Says Awards Season Has ‘a Greater Level of Importance’ After the L.A. Fires (Exclusive)
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Susan Knox / Mirror:
Carry On legend Julian Holloway dies as tributes pour in for Sophie Dahl's dad
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Daniel Bird / Mirror:
Jess Wright's ‘limp and lifeless’ son, two, rushed to hospital
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Ethan Gach / Kotaku:
Polygon staffers, including co-founder and EIC Chris Plante, say the video games website has laid them off, after Vox Media sold Polygon to publisher Valnet

Dylan Byers / Puck:
Sources: Shari Redstone asked CBS CEO if it would be possible to delay sensitive 60 Minutes stories about Trump until after the Skydance deal is closed

Alex Isenstadt / Axios:
The White House launches White House Wire, a website that looks similar to the Drudge Report, to promote pro-Trump news stories

 
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