Actor Timothy Busfield has been accused of child sex abuse, with an arrest warrant issued after allegations from children involved in the TV series The Cleaning Lady, where he served as producer and director. The accusations include inappropriate touching and grooming, leading to criminal charges, though Busfield denies the allegations, claiming revenge. The case involves complex investigations and previous legal issues.
George Clooney requested that Adam Sandler be taken seriously on the set of their film 'Jay Kelly' by not using his nickname 'Sandman,' to emphasize his acting talent. Clooney, protective of Sandler, wanted to ensure he was recognized for his serious role, which was written specifically for Sandler by Noah Baumbach. The film explores themes of work sacrifice and personal growth, with notable performances including Greta Gerwig.
Shawn Levy shared an early look at his upcoming Star Wars film, 'Starfighter,' featuring Ryan Gosling and Flynn Gray on set in the Mediterranean Sea. The movie, set five years after Episode IX, is scheduled for release on May 28, 2027, and is not part of the Skywalker saga. It stars a notable cast including Matt Smith and Mia Goth, with Levy and Kathleen Kennedy producing.
Emily Blunt was spotted on the set of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' with a striking platinum blond bob, a notable change from her usual red hair, as she films scenes involving her character Emily Charlton in the upcoming sequel.
Brad Pitt was spotted filming as Cliff Booth in the upcoming sequel to 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,' titled 'The Adventures of Cliff Booth,' directed by David Fincher and written by Quentin Tarantino, with scenes shot at the Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles.
Barry Diller revealed that the filming of the 1980 movie 'Popeye' was extremely chaotic and drug-fueled, with claims that the set was 'coked-up' and involved drug shipments via film cans, making it one of the most chaotic film sets he has experienced.
Former Paramount CEO Barry Diller revealed that the set of the 1980 film 'Popeye' was the most 'coked-up' film set he visited, with reports of cocaine being shipped in film cans and everyone being stoned, highlighting the drug culture on the set of Robin Williams' first major film role.
Former Paramount CEO Barry Diller revealed that the set of Robin Williams' 'Popeye' was the most coked-up film set he ever visited, with reports of cocaine being shipped in film cans and everyone being stoned during production.
Robin Williams' 1980 film 'Popeye' was reportedly made on a heavily drug-affected set, with Barry Diller describing it as the 'most coked-up' film set he's visited, where everyone was allegedly stoned and film cans were used to ship cocaine.
Josh Brolin recounted a tense moment on the set of 'American Gangster' where he almost got into a fight with Denzel Washington. During filming, Washington, deeply immersed in his character, reacted strongly when Brolin forgot a line and touched him. The incident was resolved quickly, with both actors understanding the intensity required for their roles. Brolin, now a seasoned actor, appreciates the dedication actors like Washington bring to their performances.
Johnny Depp's representative responded to Lola Glaudini's accusation of verbal abuse on the set of "Blow," stating that Depp prioritizes good working relationships and that her account differs from others present. Glaudini recounted an incident where Depp berated her for laughing during a scene, leaving her feeling ostracized on set. She also mentioned that director Ted Demme did not apologize, making her feel abandoned.
The armorer for the film "Rust," Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for failing to ensure that all rounds loaded into Alec Baldwin's revolver were dummies. The trial revealed that the live ammunition may have come from a box on the set, but the defense attempted to shift blame to the movie's primary weapons and ammunition supplier, Seth Kenney, who denied responsibility. Alec Baldwin is scheduled to stand trial in July on a charge of involuntary manslaughter.
Footage from the set of the film "Rust" shows Alec Baldwin rushing the crew and impatiently calling for reloads during a scene involving a pistol. The videos, presented as evidence in the trial of the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, also reveal safety lapses, including mishandling of firearms and a lack of intervention by the armorer. Testimonies from the state's firearms expert and the first assistant director, David Halls, shed light on the chaotic moments leading up to the fatal accident that resulted in the death of the film's cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins.
Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson was spotted on the set of the upcoming MJ biopic "Michael," looking remarkably similar to his late uncle in costume, sporting MJ's famous red varsity jacket next to a Tower Records pop-up shop and a huge ad promoting the entertainer's 1979 album, "Off The Wall." The film, set to be released in April 2025, also features actress Nia Long as Michael's mom, Katherine Jackson, and Colman Domingo as MJ's dad, Joe Jackson.
Actor and director Samuel Theis was accused of rape by a crew member during the shoot of his film "Je te jure," leading to his remote directing from the set after an internal investigation was conducted. The crew member has filed a police complaint, but Theis' attorney claims there is no official complaint or ongoing investigation, citing a 300-page report concluding there were no elements qualifying the incident as a sexual assault.
