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entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi for Politicizing Co-Star's Death

Laura Benanti criticized Zachary Levi for suggesting that Gavin Creel's death was linked to the COVID vaccine, accusing Levi of exploiting Creel's memory for political purposes. Benanti, who worked with both actors on Broadway, expressed her disdain for Levi's behavior and his attempt to gain sympathy by falsely linking Creel's death to the vaccine. Levi's comments have been debunked by cancer experts, and Benanti predicts his career will pivot towards faith-based media following his political endorsements.

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi Over Controversial Vaccine Remarks
entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi Over Controversial Vaccine Remarks

Laura Benanti, a Tony-winning actress, expressed her dislike for Zachary Levi, her co-star in the 2016 Broadway revival of "She Loves Me," accusing him of being overbearing and self-centered. She criticized Levi for his behavior during the production and for using the late actor Gavin Creel's memory to push a political agenda regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. Benanti was particularly upset by Levi's insincere tribute to Creel, whom he falsely claimed as a friend.

Zachary Levi and Maggie Keating Announce First Baby on the Way
entertainment1 year ago

Zachary Levi and Maggie Keating Announce First Baby on the Way

Actor Zachary Levi announced on Instagram that he and his girlfriend Maggie Keating are expecting their first child. Levi expressed his lifelong desire to become a father and shared how he has been focusing on personal growth to prepare for parenthood. The couple is excited to welcome their child, whose sex they plan to discover at birth. Levi's announcement comes amid some controversy regarding comments he made about a former Broadway co-star's death.

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi Over Vaccine Remarks on Co-Star's Death
entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi Over Vaccine Remarks on Co-Star's Death

Broadway actress Laura Benanti criticized Zachary Levi for suggesting that the COVID-19 vaccine contributed to the death of their co-star Gavin Creel, who died from cancer. Benanti, who worked with both actors in "She Loves Me," condemned Levi's comments as using Creel's memory for a political agenda. Levi, known for his role in "Chuck" and the "Shazam!" movies, has previously endorsed controversial political figures.

lifestyle1 year ago

Zachary Levi and Maggie Keating Announce First Baby on the Way

Zachary Levi, known for his role in 'Shazam!', announced on Instagram that he is expecting his first child with girlfriend Maggie Keating. Levi expressed his long-standing desire to become a father and shared that recent personal growth has prepared him for this new chapter. The couple is excited to welcome their baby, whose sex is yet unknown, and Levi humorously invited suggestions for baby names. The announcement follows some controversy involving Levi's comments on the death of his former co-star Gavin Creel.

entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi Over Vaccine Remarks on Co-Star's Death

Laura Benanti criticized her former Broadway co-star Zachary Levi for spreading COVID vaccine misinformation following the death of their colleague Gavin Creel. Benanti expressed her disdain for Levi, accusing him of using Creel's memory for a political agenda and criticized his behavior during their time working together on "She Loves Me." Levi had suggested that COVID vaccinations might have contributed to Creel's death, a claim Benanti strongly opposed.

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi for Politicizing Co-Star's Death
entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Condemns Zachary Levi for Politicizing Co-Star's Death

Laura Benanti criticized her former Broadway costar Zachary Levi for allegedly using the death of their colleague Gavin Creel to further his political agenda. Benanti expressed her long-standing dislike for Levi, accusing him of being overbearing and insincere. She was particularly upset by Levi's implication that Creel's death was linked to the COVID vaccine, which she saw as exploiting Creel's memory for political purposes. Benanti also commented on Levi's potential future success in Christian media, despite his controversial views.

entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Criticizes Former Co-Star Zachary Levi

Laura Benanti expressed strong disapproval of her former Broadway co-star Zachary Levi during an interview on 'That's a Gay Ass Podcast.' Benanti criticized Levi for his behavior during their time in the musical 'She Loves Me' and was particularly offended by his recent comments linking the COVID-19 vaccine to the death of their mutual friend, Gavin Creel. Levi's remarks, made during an Instagram Live, have been widely criticized by the theater community.

Laura Benanti Criticizes Zachary Levi: 'Never Liked Him'
entertainment1 year ago

Laura Benanti Criticizes Zachary Levi: 'Never Liked Him'

Laura Benanti criticized her former Broadway co-star Zachary Levi, expressing her longstanding dislike for him. The two starred in "She Loves Me" in 2016, and Benanti recently shared her negative experiences with Levi on a podcast, accusing him of being overbearing and using a fellow actor's death for political purposes. Levi has faced backlash for his support of Donald Trump and controversial comments about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Hollywood Braces for Sequel Drama Under Trump's Potential Return
entertainment1 year ago

Hollywood Braces for Sequel Drama Under Trump's Potential Return

Following Donald Trump's presidential victory, actor Zachary Levi and others in Hollywood are advocating for a new entertainment industry that values creative freedom over traditional Hollywood norms. Levi, who endorsed Trump, criticized the current industry for prioritizing profits over artistic integrity and expressed plans to create a studio focused on genuine content. This movement, supported by figures like Mark Wahlberg and Gina Carano, aims to establish a "Hollywood 2.0" that embraces free speech and challenges the existing Hollywood blacklist.

"Zachary Levi Unleashes Magical Chaos in 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' Trailer"
film1 year ago

"Zachary Levi Unleashes Magical Chaos in 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' Trailer"

Sony Pictures has released the first trailer for its upcoming animation/live-action hybrid adaptation of the iconic children’s book Harold and the Purple Crayon, directed by Carlos Saldanha and set to hit theaters on August 2. The film stars Zachary Levi in the titular role and marks Saldanha’s live-action debut, offering a new take on the classic book as Harold ventures into the physical world with his trusty purple crayon, encountering hilarious hijinks and a battle to save both the real world and his own with the power of unlimited imagination.

"Hollywood's Overabundance of 'Garbage' Criticized by Zachary Levi"
entertainment2 years ago

"Hollywood's Overabundance of 'Garbage' Criticized by Zachary Levi"

Actor Zachary Levi criticizes Hollywood for producing low-quality films, stating that studios don't care enough to make great content for audiences. He encourages viewers to actively choose not to support "garbage" films and believes that this will help bring about change. Levi also addresses previous controversies, including his comments about actors' strike rules and his alleged criticism of Dwayne Johnson, clarifying his statements and expressing support for his union and fans.

Zachary Levi Slams Hollywood's "Garbage" Films, Urges Fans to Avoid
entertainment2 years ago

Zachary Levi Slams Hollywood's "Garbage" Films, Urges Fans to Avoid

Actor Zachary Levi criticizes Hollywood for producing garbage movies and urges audiences to actively avoid watching them. Levi's own film, "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," was a box office flop, which he believes was due to poor marketing. Despite the negative reception from critics, Levi maintains that the sequel is a good movie and expresses confusion over its low ratings. He encourages viewers to support quality films and hopes for a better future for the industry.

Zachary Levi Slams Hollywood's "Garbage" Content
entertainment2 years ago

Zachary Levi Slams Hollywood's "Garbage" Content

Actor Zachary Levi, known for his role in Shazam 2, criticized the quality of movies coming out of Hollywood, urging audiences to actively avoid "garbage" films. Levi expressed his frustration with the lack of effort put into making great movies and highlighted the disappointment he felt when trailers promised more than the actual films delivered. Despite the critical reception, Shazam 2 received a positive audience score, but its box office performance fell short. Levi's comments raise questions about who determines what is considered good and whether avoiding low-quality films will lead to a change in Hollywood's production.

Zachary Levi Faces Backlash for Criticizing Actors Strike Rules
entertainment2 years ago

Zachary Levi Faces Backlash for Criticizing Actors Strike Rules

Actor Zachary Levi expresses frustration over not being able to discuss his past work due to restrictions during the SAG-AFTRA strike, but finds a humorous way to allude to his projects. Levi has previously voiced support for the strike, criticizing studio executives for prioritizing profits over people. The strike is currently in its 22nd day, while talks between the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) are set to resume after a 95-day work stoppage.