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Blackpink had a massive weekend. After being the first K-pop act to ever headline Coachella, they announced a massive world tour called Born Pink Encore. And it looks like they’ve got even more on their plate.

The group has sent social media into a craze after the official Twitter account for The Late Late Show With James Corden shared a video teasing a “Carpool Karaoke” episode with Blackpink, dropping as soon as tonight, April 18.

“So I’m in the car and I need someone to help me get to work… but who’s in my area?” Corden says to the camera, before showing who’s in his backseat. The members of Blackpink all smile and sing in a harmony, “Blackpink in your area!”

Fans of Blackpink are nothing short of excited, filling the replies with GIFs and videos.

Before their impressive headlining set at Coachella, Blackpink members discussed how they felt leading up to the high-stakes performance. “We’re so excited and honored to be able to return to Coachella as headliners,” Jennie said. “We had the best time in 2019 and can’t wait to experience the energy of the audience again. There are some nerves, but more than anything, we’re just ready to have fun.”

James Gunn must be one of the busiest people in Hollywood. As he prepares for the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, the writer / director / DC overlord is also beginning production on Superman: Legacy.

“I’m honored to be a part of the legacy,” Gunn tweeted, along with a photo of the script (written by Gunn). “And what better day than #SupermanAnniversary Day to dive fully into early pre-production on #SupermanLegacy? Costumes, production design, and more now up and running.”

It’s not unusual for pre-production to kick off without a cast in place, but it’s worth noting that Gunn’s Superman movie hasn’t cast anyone to play Superman. At least not publicly. We know Henry Cavill won’t be slipping into the Man of Steel costume again, but there are plenty of other options: Chris Pratt, Chris Pratt doing the Mario voice, Chris Pratt as his character in Jurassic World that I definitely know the name of. Yup, endless choices.

As previously announced, Superman: Legacy “tells the story of Superman’s journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice, and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.” The movie comes out on July 11, 2025.

Despite initially voicing his aversion to filming Marvel movies, Succession star Matthew Macfadyen surprisingly joined the cast of Deadpool 3 just as the fourth and final season of the HBO series began to air. Not much is known about Macfadyen’s character, but Ryan Reynolds has confirmed reports that the role will be a significant “third wheel” alongside his Merc with the Mouth and Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine.

“I think Matthew Macfayden is probably one of the most interesting actors working today,” Reynolds told eTalkCTV via Comic Book. “And the fact that he’s going to be on our Deadpool set each and every day is kind of nerve-wracking for me. I’ll be starstruck.”

Turns out Reynolds is a huge Succession fan, and he couldn’t stop gushing about one half of the Disgusting Brothers:

“I am always rooting for him because he was one of the best actors out there. I mean, no joke.” Reynolds said elsewhere in the interview. “I love him in Succession. I can embrace a guy who straddles the line of villain and hero. And martyr. And many other things.”

Macfadyen’s acting chops are on full display in this last season of Succession, which has already dropped one massive bomb and there’s another waiting in the wings just for Tom.

Deadpool 3 opens in theaters on November 8, 2024.

(Via Comic Book)

Before Barry star Bill Hader was rocking Rachel Bilson’s world (and presumably that of Ali Wong), he apparently nursed a crush on a comedy legend back in the day. And after he — on camera — willingly confessed to having had a crush on this actress, he found out (from her) that they’re actually distant cousins.

That’s quite a set up. And yes, this discussion refers to Better Call Saul mover and shaker Carol Burnett. As Hader discussed last week with Jimmy Kimmel (as seen in the first few minutes above), the former SNL cast member was delighted to receive an out-of-the-blue email from Burnett, who informed them of their familial ties. They’ve had ongoing communication, and he hoped that “I can, like, have dinner with her” before sharing that he exclaimed (to his daughters), “We’re all related to Ms. Hannigan.”

At that point, however, Kimmel chose to whip out an old clip from Hader’s interview for 2015’s The Carol Burnett Show: The Lost Episodes. As People further pointed out, Hader confessed to once having a “huge” and “giant” crush on Burnett. Hader, of course, took the resurfaced clip well while joking, “Hey, you can take the boy out of Oklahoma. You know what I’m saying? That’s the way it works. I knew there was something about her.”

Hader does, in fact, hail from Tulsa, Oklahoma. In 2019, he was spotted grabbing Starbucks with Rachel Bilson while visiting for the holidays (and maybe dreaming about Carol Burnett).

(Via People)

Over the past few years, Megan Thee Stallion has been put through the wringer. But in an interview/essay with Elle, she revealed that she is reclaiming her power.

Back in December of last year, singer Tory Lanez was found guilty of shooting Megan in 2020. While Megan has been open about her pain and trauma following the shooting, she has now decided that she no longer plans to talk about it going forward.

“I don’t plan to keep reliving the most traumatic experience of my life over and over again,” she said. “I’m choosing to change the narrative because I’m more than just my trauma. I was once told that you can’t have crucifixion without resurrection, and that statement resonated so deeply with me.”

Trauma is a recurring theme on Meg’s sophomore album, Traumazine. But her latest interview suggests her new music will be reflective of a more joyous Meg.

“This is a rebirth of a happier and healthier me,” she said. “I’m a survivor and I have — and will continue — to embrace the highs and lows of my journey. I’m excited to get back into music, because I have been so transformed. I’m playing around with new songs and new sounds that I can’t wait for everyone to hear.”

Megan Thee Stallion is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Megan Thee Stallion, as part of a cover story for Elle Magazine, shared a powerful new personal essay that finds her reflecting on the Tory Lanez assault trial. (He was found guilty last year following the 2020 incident.)

In the piece, she spoke about the implications of the trial and how not being believed affected her:

“It never crossed my mind that people wouldn’t believe me. Still, I knew the truth and the indisputable facts would prevail. I had worked way too hard to reach this point in my career to let taunts deter me. When the guilty verdict came on Dec. 23, 2022, it was more than just vindication for me, it was a victory for every woman who has ever been shamed, dismissed, and blamed for a violent crime committed against them.

But my heart hurts for all the women around the world who are suffering in silence, especially if you’re a Black woman who doesn’t appear as if she needs help. So many times, people looked at me and thought, ‘You look strong. You’re outspoken. You’re tall. You don’t look like somebody who needs to be saved.’ They assumed that, per preconceived stigmas, ‘I didn’t fit the profile of a victim,’ and that I didn’t need support or protection.

Time after time, women are bullied with backlash for speaking out against their attackers, especially when they’re accusing someone who is famous and wealthy. They’re often accused of lying or attempting to make money from their trauma. From firsthand experience, I know why a lot of women don’t come forward. Any support and empathy that I received was drowned out by overwhelming doubt and criticism from so many others.”

Toward the end, she notes that she’s trying her best to heal by taking time off social media and instead hanging out with her dogs (or popping up at baseball games.) Megan has also turned to journaling and prayer. And that, with this piece, it will be the last time she speaks about the incident.

“My purpose is for these words to serve as the final time that I’ll address anything regarding this case in the press,” she wrote. “I understand the public intrigue, but for the sake of my mental health, I don’t plan to keep reliving the most traumatic experience of my life over and over again. I’m choosing to change the narrative because I’m more than just my trauma.”

Read Megan’s full essay here.

Megan Thee Stallion is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Megan Thee Stallion, as part of a cover story for Elle Magazine, shared a powerful new personal essay that finds her reflecting on the Tory Lanez assault trial. (He was found guilty last year following the 2020 incident.)

In the piece, she spoke about the implications of the trial and how not being believed affected her:

“It never crossed my mind that people wouldn’t believe me. Still, I knew the truth and the indisputable facts would prevail. I had worked way too hard to reach this point in my career to let taunts deter me. When the guilty verdict came on Dec. 23, 2022, it was more than just vindication for me, it was a victory for every woman who has ever been shamed, dismissed, and blamed for a violent crime committed against them.

But my heart hurts for all the women around the world who are suffering in silence, especially if you’re a Black woman who doesn’t appear as if she needs help. So many times, people looked at me and thought, ‘You look strong. You’re outspoken. You’re tall. You don’t look like somebody who needs to be saved.’ They assumed that, per preconceived stigmas, ‘I didn’t fit the profile of a victim,’ and that I didn’t need support or protection.

Time after time, women are bullied with backlash for speaking out against their attackers, especially when they’re accusing someone who is famous and wealthy. They’re often accused of lying or attempting to make money from their trauma. From firsthand experience, I know why a lot of women don’t come forward. Any support and empathy that I received was drowned out by overwhelming doubt and criticism from so many others.”

Toward the end, she notes that she’s trying her best to heal by taking time off social media and instead hanging out with her dogs (or popping up at baseball games.) Megan has also turned to journaling and prayer. And that, with this piece, it will be the last time she speaks about the incident.

“My purpose is for these words to serve as the final time that I’ll address anything regarding this case in the press,” she wrote. “I understand the public intrigue, but for the sake of my mental health, I don’t plan to keep reliving the most traumatic experience of my life over and over again. I’m choosing to change the narrative because I’m more than just my trauma.”

Read Megan’s full essay here.

Megan Thee Stallion is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Over the course of the pandemic, Nicki Minaj caused quite a stir with her opinion on vaccines. In fact, she was even locked out of Twitter due to this. The rapper shared that her cousin’s friend became “impotent” and their “testicles became swollen” after their dose, and Dr. Anthony Fauci had to go on CNN to debunk this.

Now, notorious New York congressman George Santos is introducing The Minaj Act, which, according to Semafor political reporter Kadia Goba, “establishes a development period for new vaccines in order to generate public confidence.”

In September 2021, the “Red Ruby Da Sleeze” performer went on a Twitter tirade upon catching COVID yet still refusing to get vaccinated. “They want you to get vaccinated for the Met,” she wrote. “If I get vaccinated it won’t for the Met. It’ll be once I feel I’ve done enough research. I’m working on that now. In the meantime my loves, be safe. Wear the mask with 2 strings that grips your head & face. Not that loose one.”

That same month, a CNN reporter also received word from a source that The White House offered to explain the vaccine to her. Don Lemon wrote, “A White House official tells @cnn’s Jeff Zeleny that ‘As we have with others, we offered a call with Nicki Minaj and one of our doctors to answer questions she has about the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine.’”

Over the course of the pandemic, Nicki Minaj caused quite a stir with her opinion on vaccines. In fact, she was even locked out of Twitter due to this. The rapper shared that her cousin’s friend became “impotent” and their “testicles became swollen” after their dose, and Dr. Anthony Fauci had to go on CNN to debunk this.

Now, notorious New York congressman George Santos is introducing The Minaj Act, which, according to Semafor political reporter Kadia Goba, “establishes a development period for new vaccines in order to generate public confidence.”

In September 2021, the “Red Ruby Da Sleeze” performer went on a Twitter tirade upon catching COVID yet still refusing to get vaccinated. “They want you to get vaccinated for the Met,” she wrote. “If I get vaccinated it won’t for the Met. It’ll be once I feel I’ve done enough research. I’m working on that now. In the meantime my loves, be safe. Wear the mask with 2 strings that grips your head & face. Not that loose one.”

That same month, a CNN reporter also received word from a source that The White House offered to explain the vaccine to her. Don Lemon wrote, “A White House official tells @cnn’s Jeff Zeleny that ‘As we have with others, we offered a call with Nicki Minaj and one of our doctors to answer questions she has about the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine.’”

Exactly a year after it premiered on AMC, the sixth and final season of Better Call Saul is at last on Netflix.

The 13 episodes of the Emmy-winning Breaking Bad prequel were added to the streaming service in the wee small hours of the morning, so if you haven’t watched the (incredible) final season or want to rewatch it, now you have plans for tonight. Maybe grab a Cinnabon on the way home from work for a mid-marathon treat? Just head to the nearest mall. You can’t miss it.

“I can definitely imagine revisiting it,” co-creator Vince Gilligan told Rolling Stone about whether he’d return to the Breaking Bad/Saul universe. “Selfishly, I’d like to do so, to keep this thing going. But without naming any names, I look around at some of the worlds, the universes, the stories that I love, whether they’re on TV or in the movies. And I think there’s a certain point, and it’s hard to define, where you’ve done too much in the same universe.”

Gilligan also discussed how he felt about saying goodbye to Saul, Kim, and the rest of the gang (mostly this fish). “I hope it won’t be quite as intense and quite as public as what Kim goes through on that rental-car shuttle. But maybe it’s like the reaction [REDACTED SPOILER]. I hope I’m home alone if that happens,” he said. Someone check in with Vince to see if it’s happened yet.

(Via Rolling Stone)