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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on November 8 in Los Angeles, featuring performances and inductions by artists including Donald Glover, Avril Lavigne, Jim Carrey, and others, with a lineup of legendary musicians and special awards, streamed live on Disney+ and later aired on ABC.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Mark Eydelshteyn, known for his role in 'Anora', has been cast as Mr. Smith in the second season of Amazon's 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith', making him the first confirmed actor for the new season. The series, produced by New Regency and Amazon MGM Studios, is based on the 2005 film and had a successful first season with 16 Emmy nominations. Donald Glover and Francesca Sloane continue as executive producers, though it's unclear if Glover and Maya Erskine will reprise their roles.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Mark Eydelshteyn has been cast as Mr. Smith in Season 2 of Amazon Prime Video's "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," following the departure of original stars Donald Glover and Maya Erskine. Glover remains involved as an executive producer and co-creator. The series, a reimagining of the 2005 film, was well-received in its first season, earning 16 Emmy nominations and winning two. Eydelshteyn is known for his role in the award-winning film "Anora."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Donald Glover is retiring his musical alter ego, Childish Gambino, with the release of his sixth album, "Bando Stone & the New World." Glover, who has been in the public eye for nearly 20 years, feels that continuing the project is no longer fulfilling and believes it's time to move on.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Billy Dee Williams, the original Lando Calrissian, praised Donald Glover's talent but emphasized that there's only one Lando. Williams shared that he advised Glover to be charming when playing the character. Glover debuted as a young Lando in the 2018 "Solo" film and is now involved in developing a "Lando" series, which has evolved into a movie. Williams expressed confidence in Glover's ability to bring appeal to the character for a new generation and humorously mentioned the price for returning to the role.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Billy Dee Williams expressed willingness to reprise his role as Lando Calrissian in future Star Wars projects if the offer is financially appealing, stating "Pay me a lot of money, and I’ll sell my soul." He shared thoughts on Donald Glover taking on the character, praising Glover's talent and imagination while emphasizing that Lando is his creation. Williams advised Glover to "just be charming," a sentiment Glover echoed, acknowledging Lando as "charm incarnate."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
"Community" creator Dan Harmon is close to completing the script for the highly-anticipated movie adaptation of the beloved TV series, confirming Donald Glover's recent statement. Harmon, co-writing with Andrew Guest, expressed excitement and emotional attachment to the project, which will reunite original cast members and fulfill the show's "Six Seasons and a Movie" promise. The film is set to stream on NBCU's Peacock service, following a competitive negotiation process, and will also include non-exclusive rights to the full series library.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Donald Glover likened Phoebe Waller-Bridge's exit from the "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" remake to a "divorce," expressing that their working relationship lacked the necessary comfort to be brutally honest with each other. He compared their dynamic to the collaborative culture of his show "Atlanta," and emphasized that their differing styles led to her departure. Despite the initial excitement over their collaboration, Glover ultimately described their parting as a "real divorce."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Donald Glover revealed that Phoebe Waller-Bridge's departure from the "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" series was due to creative differences and a lack of comfort in their working relationship, likening it to a "real divorce." Waller-Bridge's departure led to Maya Erskine joining the show, with Glover citing cultural and creative differences as contributing factors. Despite the challenges, Glover expressed respect for Waller-Bridge and her work, while Erskine acknowledged the lingering influence of Waller-Bridge's writing on the series.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Vulture
The finale of the TV series "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" fails to address the acquisitive insatiability that brought the main characters together and ultimately led to their downfall, resulting in a hollow and unconvincing love story. The show's central relationship lacks depth and fails to define the characters, focusing more on material desires and superficial conflicts rather than exploring their pasts or the impact of their actions. The series misses an opportunity to delve into the characters' amorality and the consequences of their materialism, resulting in a concluding vagueness that misrepresents what the characters truly love.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by HuffPost
Donald Glover opens up about the creative differences that led to the split with Phoebe Waller-Bridge over the "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" reboot, describing it as a "divorce" and citing cultural and creative disparities. Waller-Bridge had initially been cast in the project but ultimately left, expressing similar sentiments about the challenges of creative collaboration. Despite the fallout, Glover expressed respect for Waller-Bridge's talent and dedication to the project.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Donald Glover explains that Phoebe Waller-Bridge left 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith' due to creative differences, likening their parting to a "divorce." He cites discomfort with being brutally honest with each other and cultural differences as contributing factors. After Waller-Bridge's departure, Maya Erskine took over her role, with Glover adapting the character to fit her strengths. Despite the change, remnants of Waller-Bridge's influence were still felt in the show.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Donald Glover and Maya Erskine discuss their new show, a reimagining of "Mr. & Mrs. Smith," their personal experiences with marriage, and the challenges of working together. Glover initially hesitated to remake the film but reconceived it as a romance drama. Erskine, who joined the project after Phoebe Waller-Bridge's departure, shares her vulnerability in the role. The duo also reflects on their own marriages and the impact on their creative process.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Just Jared
Donald Glover opens up about Phoebe Waller-Bridge's exit from their TV show "Mr. & Mrs. Smith," describing it as a "divorce" due to their differing creative approaches and lack of comfort working together. He attributes their differences to cultural and stylistic factors, expressing that the show couldn't have "two captains." Glover also reveals that he would have supported Waller-Bridge if she had felt more connected to the project, and acknowledges the difficulty of parting ways after investing significant effort.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Donald Glover sought advice from Brad Pitt before taking on the role of John Smith in the Prime Video adaptation of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith," but Pitt didn't offer much substantive advice, charming his way out of the conversation. Glover's updated take on the series has received mixed reactions, with some praising its more relatable take on marriage in the 2020s, while others criticize its differences from the original film.