Sandra Bullock has ‘deep concern’ for family’s safety after recent social media scams

Quinton Aaron was not happy about individuals calling for his co-star Sandra Bullock’s Academy Award to be rescinded, now that drama is being unearthed in the press about the family that inspired the movie “The Blind Side.”

Sandra Bullock has issued a warning to fans about a recent social media scam.

“My family’s safety, as well as the innocent people being taken advantage of, is my deep concern, and there will be a time when I will comment more, but for now our focus is helping law enforcement handle this matter,” the 60-year-old shared in a statement to People.

The award-winning actress continued, “Please be aware that I do not participate in any form of social media. Any accounts pretending to be me or anyone associated with me are fake accounts and have been created for financial gain or to exploit people around me.”

The Oscar winner’s statement came after her sister, Gesine Bullock-Prado, took to social media to share that accounts have been impersonating her online.

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The baking instructor and TV personality wrote on Instagram, “I spend multiple times a day reporting fakes, dealing with weird & scary emails to my BUSINESS and HOME from men who believe that, through one of these many fake ‘me’s, they have a relationship with my sister through private messages and off app sites and have been giving (sometimes) THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS to an incredibly famous and successful grown a–ed woman.”

The 54-year-old also attached screenshots to emphasize her point.

“My family’s safety, as well as the innocent people being taken advantage of, is my deep concern, and there will be a time when I will comment more, but for now our focus is helping law enforcement handle this matter.”

— Sandra Bullock

She explained that the screenshots show “a few FB imposter accounts, all of which I’ve reported both on this app and to a live human” at Meta.

“Surprise! They are all still up!” Bullock-Prado added.

A representative for Meta did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

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“When I report, i also report to a security service that gives the account addresses directly to a Meta employee,” she continued, before adding that “these accounts are run by crime rings” that “also run fake groups where a fake me posts ‘official statements.’ Not me.

“This is my only account and y’all know it’s about baking, cooking, animals, and gardening. I’m a grown a–ed middle aged woman with a life and I don’t troll around at 54 DMing people.”

Sandra’s younger sister also referenced a recent story of a woman being swindled out of $800,000 by someone impersonating Brad Pitt.

On Jan. 12, French television channel TF1 aired an episode of its show “Sept à Huit,” which told the story of a 53-year-old interior designer named Anne who revealed that she had lost 830,000 euros (approximately $850,000) in personal funds because she thought she was sending money to a cancer-ridden Pitt.

Through falsified documents and images as well as artificial intelligence, Anne believed she was speaking to, and eventually in a relationship with, the 61-year-old actor.

A representative for Pitt told Fox News Digital that the situation involving Anne was “awful.”

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“It’s awful that scammers take advantage of fans’ strong connection with celebrities,” the rep said, “but this is an important reminder to not respond to unsolicited online outreach, especially from actors who have no social media presence.”

Pitt does not have any verified social media platforms.

“At first I said to myself that it was fake, that it’s ridiculous,” Anne said, per AFP. “But I’m not used to social media and I didn’t really understand what was happening to me.”

The Last of Us Creators Reveal Why [Spoilers] Game Physique Wasn’t Required for Her Season 2 Debut

Kaitlyn Dever might not match Abby’s bicep size in The Last of Us, but Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin believe her acting more than makes up for it.

In an exclusive profile with Entertainment Weekly, the showrunners discussed adapting Season 2 from the acclaimed yet controversial video game sequel The Last of Us Part II and what about its story needed to be changed for adaptation purposes. “There’s not as much violent action moment to moment. It’s more about the drama. I’m not saying there’s no action here. It’s just, again, different priorities and how you approach it,” Druckmann said, feeling this ties into live-action Abby not being as jacked as her game counterpart.

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Druckmann also praised Denver for capturing “the spirit of the game,” highlighting Part II’s themes of revenge and violence against people who believe their causes are just. “When you try to pick a hero, it’s tough because we’re human beings, we’re not heroes. For every heroic act, there’s someone who suffers on the other side who may see you reasonably as a villain,” he added, noting, “When you look at Kaitlyn, there’s just something in her eyes where, even no matter what she’s experiencing, you connect. It was important that we found somebody that we could connect to the way we connect to Bella.”

On what fans can expect from this interpretation of Abby and Ellie’s (Bella Ramsey) relationship, Mazin agreed that physical changes won’t take away from how each character’s violent action influences the other in the show. “I personally think that there is an amazing opportunity here to delve into someone who is perhaps physically more vulnerable than the Abby in the game, but whose spirit is stronger,” he explained.

“And then the question is, ‘Where does her formidable nature come from and how does it manifest?’ That’s something that will be explored now and later.” Before joining Season 2, Kaitlyn was one of several high-profile actors who read for Ellie in a potential film adaptation of Naughty Dog’s beloved video game, though this project was ultimately scrapped.

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The Last of Us Season 1 premiered in 2023 to widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike, becoming one of several high-profile game adaptations released for television alongside Arcane and Fallout. Alongside Abby, several characters from Part II will appear in Season 2 as well, including fellow WLF members Owen, Nora, Mel, and Manny, militia leader Isaac, and Ellie’s girlfriend Dina. Trailers additionally teased characters exclusive to the show, including Catherine O’Hara as a therapist asking Joel (Pedro Pascal) to open up about what he did to save Ellie’s life in The Last of Us finale.

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Unlike Season 1, Druckmann and Mazin will split up Part II’s story into multiple TV seasons, with Season 3 reportedly expected to begin production this summer. Cast member Tati Gabrielle will also play video game protagonist Jordan Mun in Naughty Dog’s upcoming game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, which unveiled its first trailer at the 2024 Game Awards.

The Last of Us Season 2 premieres on HBO and Max in 2025.

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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s legal battle: Judge says March 2026 trial date will be moved up if case continues to be ‘litigated in the press’

Attorneys for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni attended their first court hearing on Feb. 3 for the It Ends With Us drama — at which the judge vowed to move up the expected March 2026 trial date if the respective parties continued to litigate in the press — but that’s just one of several new developments in the case.

Over the weekend, Baldoni’s legal team filed an amended lawsuit against Lively, whom he’s suing for $400 million, along with her husband, Ryan Reynolds, for civil extortion, defamation and invasion of privacy. They also launched a website with documents related to the case.

Lively initiated the legal battle, first with a complaint and then a lawsuit, alleging that Baldoni sexually harassed her on the set of the 2024 film, which was based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, and then launched a smear campaign against her when she spoke up. Baldoni directed the film and played Lively’s love interest.

Neither Lively nor Baldoni was expected to be present for the hearing, CNN reported, and that turned out to be the case.

According to Deadline, the hearing, overseen by New York federal Judge Lewis J. Liman, centered around a potential gag order. Liman said if the matter continued to be “litigated in the press,” the March 2026 trial date would be moved up because the media attention could taint a jury pool.

Variety reported that the judge advised both sides to adhere to the New York Rules of Professional Conduct, which block attorneys from making comments that could have a “substantial likelihood” of influencing a jury. The rule does, however, allow attorneys to talk to the press as far as protecting their clients from negative publicity.

Deadline reported that Liman said that Lively will not be deposed at the present time. The judge also said that Lively does not get to choose who deposes her.

That’s significant because going into the hearing, Baldoni’s team said they wanted Lively’s deposition to happen as soon as possible, but Lively’s lawyers indicated she wouldn’t agree to be deposed by Baldoni’s lead attorney, Bryan Freedman. Lively and Reynolds’s attorneys sought a protective order to stop Freedman from what they said was a “harassing and retaliatory media campaign” against the couple.

The issue of Baldoni’s lawsuit website was discussed in court, according to Deadline. Baldoni’s lawyer said that only documents that can be accessed publicly are on the website.

The judge did take issue with the 168-page timeline Baldoni attached to Baldoni’s Jan. 31 amended complaint. He said he thinks it violates federal court procedure because it’s a narrative. Lively’s attorney said they plan to have that document stricken.

Lively’s lawsuit and Baldoni’s countersuit will be combined for trial, which both parties agreed to. What was new was that Freedman told the judge that he’s set to pull the plug on Baldoni’s separate lawsuit against the New York Times, Deadline reported. That’s because Baldoni’s amended complaint added the news outlet as a defendant.

Lively’s lead attorney, Michael Gottlieb, said they were given no notice that Baldoni was adding the New York Times to his countersuit until it was reported by media outlets on Jan. 31. He said that Lively and Reynolds may be filing an amended complaint of their own, potentially with new claims.

Outside court, Gottlieb told reporters he was “very happy” with how the hearing proceeded. Freedman said he “couldn’t be more pleased” and wants the case to “move as quickly as we possibly can and prove our innocence.”

Next to be considered is Lively and Reynolds’s motion to dismiss Baldoni’s lawsuit altogether.

The members of Baldoni’s legal team said they planned to publicly share documents related to the case on a dedicated website aimed at defending the filmmaker against Lively’s allegations, and followed through on Friday.

The website, titled Lawsuit Info, has the amended complaint as well as a 168-page “Timeline of Relevant Events” related to the dispute and the film’s production. It begins with an email from Baldoni to Hoover on Jan. 1, 2019, about the It Ends With Us book, and ends with the claim about the New York Times metadata on Jan. 29, 2025.

Included were previously unseen — and unverified — text messages, including one Lively sent to Baldoni in April 2023 discussing a rewrite of the movie’s rooftop scene.

“if you knew me (in person) longer you’d have a sense of how flirty and yummy the ball busting will play. It’s my love language. Spicy and playfully bold, never with teeth….,” she allegedly texted Baldoni.

Another was purportedly sent from Reynolds to Baldoni in February 2023, saying how excited he was for Lively to work with Baldoni.

“I’m excited for Blake to crack open her creative piggy bank with someone as dynamic as you. This is gonna be INCREDIBLE. I happen to adore you, Justin,” Reynolds allegedly wrote.

Baldoni, who claimed he was steamrolled by Lively in a bid for creative control of the film, also claimed the actress declined to meet with the intimacy coordinator for the film. He shared notes from that meeting.

“These notes would later become the basis for Lively’s Complaint, in which she states that Baldoni would talk about his own sex life and insert gratuitous scenes with Lively’s character orgasming,” Baldoni’s timeline stated. “As seen in the notes, these mentions come directly from the intimacy coordinator’s notes. … Ideally, these conversations would have taken place directly between Lively and the intimacy coordinator directly, as Baldoni had requested; however, Lively declined to meet with her.”

Baldoni also claimed Reynolds had him fired from their mutual agency, WME, which WME has denied. The timeline on the website states that Baldoni’s production company was “informed that Reynolds contacted Baldoni’s personal agent at WME” on July 15, 2024, and called Baldoni “a ‘deranged predator.’” It also claimed that Reynolds “approached a senior executive at WME” at the Deadpool & Wolverine premiere after-party on July 22 and said, “the agency is working with a ‘sexual predator.’”

Baldoni also published on the website a statement he claimed Lively and Reynolds demanded that he release in August 2024. This was around the time of the premiere, as rumors ran rampant of infighting between the co-stars. Baldoni said he refused to issue the statement.

“It Ends With Us was a troubled production which we take full accountability for,” the alleged statement ran. “We are very sorry to everyone we caused upset to privately and publicly. Blake Lively, Colleen Hoover, the entire cast and crew led with professionalism every step of the way, any negativity aimed at them is ours to own. We mutually agreed that the cast would be promoting the film separately and understood why.”

The website launch followed the release by Baldoni’s team of a 10-minute clip of a slow-dancing scene Baldoni and Lively shot for the film. Baldoni also included some texts in his lawsuits against the NYT and Lively.

Lively’s initial lawsuit against Baldoni also included texts. Baldoni asserted that he was smeared by the news outlet and Lively because they took texts that he had sent and reported them out of context.

With multiple lawsuits and even more plaintiffs, here’s a quick guide to the legal battle…

Aug. 9, 2024: It Ends With Us hits theaters. Ahead of its release, there were rumors of a feud between the director-actor and actress.

Dec. 20, 2024: Lively files a sexual harassment complaint against Baldoni with the California Civil Rights Department.

Dec. 21, 2024: The New York Times story, “‘We Can Bury Anyone’: Inside a Hollywood Smear Machine” comes out with texts purportedly showing Baldoni’s alleged campaign to tarnish Lively’s reputation after she accused him of misconduct.

Dec. 31, 2024: Lively officially files a federal lawsuit against Baldoni, his Wayfarer Studios and his publicists, alleging she was retaliated against for reporting the misconduct.

Baldoni and his publicists file a $250 million lawsuit against the New York Times for libel over the article.

Jan. 16, 2024: Baldoni countersues Lively, Reynolds and her publicist for $400 million, accusing them of defamation.

Jan. 31, 2024: Baldoni files an amended complaint against Lively, Reynolds, her publicist and the New York Times and launches his lawsuit website.

The man charged with stabbing Salman Rushdie will soon go on trial….

MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) – In 2022, Salman Rushdie was about to deliver a lecture before a live audience in western New York when a man ran towards him and plunged a knife into the author´s hand as he raised it in self-defense.

“After that there are many blows, to my neck, to my chest, to my eye, everywhere,” Rushdie recalled in a memoir that followed. “I feel my legs give way, and I fall.”

In the coming weeks, Rushdie is expected to return to the same New York county to recount the experience as one of the first witnesses in the trial of the man charged with wielding the knife that day, Hadi Matar.

Jury selection is scheduled to begin Tuesday. Matar, 27, of Fairview, New Jersey, has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted murder and assault.

Under different circumstances, Rushdie´s book, which details his account of that day and his recovery, might offer important evidence in the Aug. 12, 2022, attack that left the 77-year-old blind in his right eye and his hand permanently damaged.

But “this isn´t a back alley event that occurs unwitnessed in a dark alley,” said Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt following a pretrial hearing. “This is something that was recorded, it was witnessed live by thousands of people.”

FILE – Author Salman Rushdie poses for a portrait to promote his book “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder”, at the Deutsches Theater in Berlin, Germany, May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi, File)

Jurors will be shown video of the attack, as well as still pictures and documentation, Schmidt has said. An estimated 15 witnesses are expected to take the stand over the course of a trial that is projected to last several weeks, he said.

Matar´s lawyer, Nathaniel Barone, has not detailed how he plans to defend his client against the charges. He has clapped back at critics who question why Matar did not take a plea deal in light of the prosecution’s case.

“That’s not what this is about. It’s about due process,” Barone said. “It’s about receiving a fair trial … If someone wants to exercise those rights, they’re entitled to do that.”

In a separate indictment, federal authorities allege that Matar was motivated by a terrorist organization´s endorsement of a fatwa, or edict, calling for Rushdie´s death. A separate trial on the federal charges – terrorism transcending national boundaries, providing material support to terrorists and attempting to provide material support to a terrorist organization – will be scheduled in U.S. District Court in Buffalo.

Rushdie spent years in hiding after the late Iranian leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued the fatwa in 1989 after publication of the novel “The Satanic Verses,” which some Muslims consider blasphemous. In the federal indictment, authorities allege Matar believed the edict was backed by the Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah and endorsed in a 2006 speech by the group´s then-leader, Hassan Nasrallah.

But jurors in the Chautauqua County case are unlikely to hear about the fatwa, according to Schmidt. He has said he doesn´t anticipate needing to show Matar´s possible motive to get a conviction on the state charges.

“From my standpoint, this is a localized event. It´s a stabbing event. It´s fairly straightforward,” Schmidt said. “I don´t really see a need to get into motive evidence, whether that´s applicable or not applicable and what that consists of. I´d like to avoid all of that.”

Barone, the defense attorney, said jurors should be screened for any prejudice against people of Middle Eastern descent nonetheless, given the discussions of the fatwa during previous court proceedings.

“They´ve talked about the reason why this alleged crime supposedly occurred was because of this book involving Muslims, all that. So it´s kind of like the barn door´s been opened,” he said.

Matar was born in the U.S. but holds dual citizenship in Lebanon, where his parents were born. Rushdie is a native of India who lived for years in London. He became a U.S. citizen in 2016.

Matar has been held without bail since his arrest after being subdued by onlookers who rushed the amphitheater stage. The event´s moderator, Henry Reese, co-founder of City of Asylum in Pittsburgh, was also wounded.

FILE – Author Salman Rushdie is tended to after he was attacked during a lecture, Aug. 12, 2022, at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, N.Y. (AP Photo/Joshua Goodman, File)

FILE – In this still image from video, author Salman Rushdie is taken on a stretcher to a helicopter for transport to a hospital after he was attacked during a lecture at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, N.Y., Friday, Aug. 12, 2022. (AP Photo, File)

FILE – This booking photo provided by the Chautauqua County, N.Y., Sheriff’s Department, shows Hadi Matar, of Fairview, N.J. Matar, the man charged with stabbing Rushdie is set to stand trial in New York. (Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department via AP, File)

FILE – Hadi Matar, charged with attempted murder for stabbing author Salman Rushdie more than a dozen times, is escorted into the courtroom for a hearing in Chautauqua County Court, Oct. 4, 2024, in Mayville, N.Y. (AP Photo/Carolyn Thompson, File)

FILE – Salman Rushdie poses for a portrait to promote his book “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder” on Thursday, April 18, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File)

FILE – This still image from video shows Hadi Matar, of Fairview, N.J., at left, being escorted from the stage as people tend to author Salman Rushdie, center right, at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, N.Y., Aug. 12, 2022. (AP Photo, File)

Woman’s lawsuits say sci-fi author Neil Gaiman repeatedly sexually assaulted her | CBC News

A woman from New Zealand has filed three lawsuits against best-selling British author Neil Gaiman and his wife, accusing Gaiman of repeatedly sexually assaulting her while she was working as the couple’s babysitter and nanny.

Scarlett Pavlovich filed the lawsuits in federal court in Wisconsin, Massachusetts and New York on Monday.

The Associated Press doesn’t identify people who say they have been sexually assaulted unless they publicly identify themselves. Pavlovich identified herself in an interview with New York Magazine, which published an article in January detailing allegations of assault, abuse and coercion levelled by eight women.

Pavlovich alleges in the lawsuits that she was homeless and living on a beach when she met Gaiman’s wife, Amanda Palmer, in Auckland in 2020. Pavlovich was 22 years old at the time.

According to the lawsuits, Palmer invited Pavlovich to the couple’s New Zealand home on Waiheke Island. Pavlovich began running errands for the couple, babysitting their son and helping with chores, eventually becoming the couple’s nanny.

Gaiman first sexually assaulted her the night they met in February 2022, the lawsuits allege. The assaults continued, but she kept working for the couple because she was broke and homeless, and Gaiman had told her he would help her writing career, according to the lawsuits.

When she told Palmer about the assaults, Palmer told her that more than a dozen women had told her in the past that Gaiman had sexually abused them, the lawsuits allege.

The assaults didn’t stop until Pavlovich told Palmer she was going to kill herself, the lawsuits said. She left the family and became homeless again, although the documents say Gaiman eventually paid her for her work caring for the couple’s child and helped cover her rent for a few months.

Palmer knew of Gaiman’s sexual desires and presented Pavlovich to him knowing he would assault her, according to the lawsuits. Pavlovich alleges Gaiman and Palmer violated federal human trafficking prohibitions and seeks at least $7 million US in damages.

After the New York Magazine article was published, Gaiman released a statement in January denying he had ever engaged in non-consensual sex. The allegations of four of the women were previously broadcast in July in a Tortoise Media podcast.

“I’m far from a perfect person, but I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. Ever,” Gaiman posted in a statement on his website.

Representatives for Gaiman and Palmer did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Monday, and online court records did not list lawyers representing them in the suits. Pavlovich’s lawyers stated in the filings that Gaiman, author of such bestsellers as Coraline and The Sandman series, is a resident of Menomonie, Wis. But they’re unsure if Palmer resides in Massachusetts or New York.

Pavlovich told New York Magazine that she filed a police report in January 2023 accusing Gaiman of sexual assault. Police have not confirmed whether Gaiman was ever under investigation.

Gaiman has worked with numerous publishers over the years. Two of them, HarperCollins and W.W. Norton, have said they have no plans to release his books in the future. Others, including Bloomsbury, have so far declined comment.

Dark Horse Comics announced in January that it would no longer release its illustrated series based on Gaiman’s novel, Anansi Boys. The seventh of eight editions was released earlier that month.

Disney has paused a planned adaptation of Gaiman’s The Graveyard Book, while Netflix is still scheduled to release a second season based on The Sandman. Earlier this month, Netflix announced the series would end after that season.

‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Reboot Starring Sarah Michelle Gellar Nears Hulu Pilot Order With Chloé Zhao Directing

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More than two decades after Buffy the Vampire Slayer ended its seven-season run, the beloved supernatural drama is eyeing a revival with a new chapter in the franchise. A followup series is nearing a pilot order from Hulu, with Sarah Michelle Gellar expected to star, reprising her signature role as Buffy Summers, sources said. Oscar winner Chloé Zhao, a self-professed lifelong Buffy fan, is set to direct the pilot, written by Nora and Lilla Zuckerman (Poker Face). The reboot hails from Buffy the Vampire Slayer studio 20th Television and Disney sibling Searchlight TV where Zhao has been under a first-look deal.

Beyond the pilot order, I hear the reboot is starting a writers room soon, a sign that Hulu and the studios have high expectations for the project going to series. It is unclear yet whether other original Buffy cast members would return; that is considered likely.

Described as the next chapter in the Buffyverse, the new incarnation is executive produced by Gellar, Zhao, Nora and Lilla Zuckerman as well as the original series’ executive producers Gail Berman of the Jackal Group and Fran Kuzui & Kaz Kuzui via Suite B. Also executive producing the pilot is Dolly Parton whose company Sandollar was producer on the original.

Buffy creator Joss Whedon, who also wrote the 1992 movie the series was based on, has no involvement in the reboot. He has not worked in Hollywood in any official capacity since facing a slew of misconduct allegations in 2021.

If the Hulu pilot goes to series, it would be the third in the franchise, following mothership Buffy the Vampire Slayer, which aired on the WB for five seasons from 1997-2001 before dramatically moving to UPN for two more, and spinoff Angel, which ran on the WB for five seasons (1999-2004).

Berman, Fran Kazui and Kaz Kazui previously teamed up with 20th TV in 2018 for a potential Buffy The Vampire Slayer reboot written by Midnight, Texas creator Monica Owusu-Breen, on which Whedon was an executive producer. That project, whose lead was envisioned as a Black woman, didn’t move forward. Still, fans of the show have continued to lobby for a revival, their hopes fueled by a couple of high profile cast reunions.

Parton indicated a year ago that a Buffy return was still in the works, saying in an interview that “They’re still working on that. They’re thinking about bringing it back and revamping it.”

Gellar, who had been opposed to revisiting Buffy as recently as 2023, expressed openness to the idea in a December interview promoting her latest series, Dexter prequel series Original Sin, on which she is a special guest star.

“It’s funny, I always used to say no, because it’s in its bubble and it’s so perfect,” she said. “But watching Sex and the City and seeing Dexter, and realizing there are ways to do it, definitely does get your mind thinking, ‘Well, maybe.’”

As to whether a potential Buffy revisit has to be a prequel, she said, “No, it could be anything. It’s a universe. And it makes you realize that in this world, we need those heroes, I think, more so than ever.”

According to sources, negotiations with Gellar for the Buffy reboot had started when she made the comments. Those negotiations are now in their final stages.

Gellar earned a Golden Globe nomination for her role on the original series. Her credits also include the Paramount + series Wolf Pack, which she starred in and executive produced, CBS’ The Crazy Ones opposite Robin Williams and the CW’s Ringer. She is repped by CAA, Linden Entertainment and Yorn Levine Barnes.

This marks the second high-profile series revival Berman is executive producing for 20th Television, along with Malcolm In The Middle for Disney+. Both are carved out of her overall deal at Sony Pictures TV. Additionally, 20th TV also a Scrubs reboot in the works at ABC.

Through The Jackal Group, Berman produces Wednesday, which ranks as Netflix’s most popular English-language series of all time. The company’s series credits also include Fox’s Jon Hamm-led animated comedy Grimsburg and the Netflix limited series The Perfect Couple. Berman and The Jackal Group is repped by Sam Fischer at Ziffren.

The Zuckerman sisters recently showran the hit Peacock series Poker Face for creator Rian Johnson. Their Poker Face episode “Escape From Shit Mountain” won the Edgar Award for Best Teleplay from the Mystery Writers of America, and the WGA for Best Comedy Episode. The Zuckermans are repped by UTA and Lichter Grossman.

Zhao’s third feature, Nomadland, won 3 Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director. She co-wrote and directed Marvel Studios’ 2021 movie Eternals. Most recently, she co-wrote and directed the upcoming movie Hamnet starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Zhao is repped by CAA, Lichter Grossman and Ilene Feldman Mgmt.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps Trailer Finally Brings Marvel’s First Family Into the MCU, Teases Galactus’ Arrival

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Marvel Studios has released the debut trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, providing fans with their first look at what’s sure to be one of the biggest superhero films of 2025.

The trailer offers a look at Mr. Fantastic, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and The Thing as well as a glimpse at supervillain Galactus. Kicking off with dinner at the Baxter Building, the trailer provides our best look yet at The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ 1960s retro futuristic setting, as well as a tease for what looks like an upcoming battle in New York.

We see Ben Grimm before and after he becomes The Thing, alongside The Fantastic Four’s Humanoid Experimental Robot B-Type Integrated Electronics a.k.a. H.E.R.B.I.E. They both seem keen on cooking.

Elsewhere, we see Sue Storm briefly in action as Invisible Woman, and Johnny Storm flying about in Human Torch form. We do not see Reed Richards doing stretchy Mr. Fantastic things, however.

And it’s worth pointing out the glimpse at John Malkovich, who is rumored to be playing Ivan Kragoff, aka the Red Ghost.

Marvel launched the first official trailer at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, where stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach shook hands with excited fans.

The upcoming MCU movie, due out July 25, 2025, also stars Ralph Ineson as Galactus and Julia Garner as Silver Surfer. Paul Walter Hauser, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles are also in the movie. The director is Matt Shakman and the producer is of course Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige.

Here’s the official The Fantastic Four: First Steps synopsis:

Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps introduces Marvel’s First Family — Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they face their most daunting challenge yet.Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus’ plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren’t bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal.

Fans are speculating that Robert Downey, Jr. will return to the MCU as iconic Marvel villain Doctor Doom at some point in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, or at least be teased in some way. Feige has confirmed that the Fantastic Four will appear in both Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

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Conquer Chaos: 8 Steps to Mindfulness

When life throws a curveball—like the devastation of a natural disaster—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But let’s get one thing straight: every challenge is an opportunity to build resilience. Mindfulness is your secret weapon, a toolkit to navigate the emotional aftershocks with grace. Here’s your playbook to turn chaos into clarity.

Practice Daily Meditation

Start by dedicating time each day to meditation. Gearing up your mind for serenity, even amidst turmoil, offers a refuge of calmness. Imagine your mind as a stormy sea, and meditation is the anchor that keeps you steady.

Focus on Breathwork

When stress creeps up, lean into deep breathing. Inhale positivity, exhale tension. This simple act gears your body toward immediate relief—like a mental reset button. With each breath, you’re taking back control.

Set Realistic Goals

Rome wasn’t built in a day—and neither is recovery. Break it down into achievable milestones. Every step forward is a victory, instilling confidence and restoring a sense of control over your life.

Journal Your Thoughts

Put pen to paper and let your thoughts flow. Turn the lens inward and explore your emotions, crafting a personal narrative of strength. It’s like a conversation with your future self—documenting growth and resilience.

Connect with Nature

Escape the chaos by immersing yourself in nature. The rhythmic sound of waves, the rustle of leaves in the wind—nature’s symphony sings a calming tune. It’s a reminder of the world’s beauty, no matter what storms arise.

Embrace Gratitude Practice

Shift your focus from what was lost to what remains. A simple gratitude exercise recalibrates your perspective, highlighting the silver linings amidst the clouds. It’s a game-changer for cultivating positivity.

Develop a Support Network

No one should face this journey alone. Reach out and connect with others, weaving a net of support. It’s about creating a community that shares the load, reminding you that you’re never truly alone.

Engage in Physical Activity

Get moving—literally. Physical exercise isn’t just about the body; it’s a mental game-changer. Endorphins gear up your mood, reinforcing your resilience. Each workout is a step toward reclaiming your strength.

Remember, the road to recovery is long, but every small step counts. With mindfulness and resilience as your allies, you’re not just surviving. You’re thriving. So, take the reins and steer your journey toward healing. You’re stronger than you think—and this, my friend, is only the beginning.

8 Steps to Boost Mental Fitness Today

In today’s fast-paced world, where screens and schedules compete for our attention, mental fitness often takes a back seat. But here’s the wake-up call: a strong mind isn’t built in silence—it’s honed like a well-practiced athlete. Start the day with morning meditation—just five minutes of tranquility can set a surprisingly focused tone. That pause isn’t just a breath—it’s a stepping stone to clarity.

When stress gears up, mindful breathing can be your anchor. Deep-breathing exercises are more than just inhales and exhales; they’re keys to unlocking calm and mental sharpness. Pair these with brain-boosting nutrition—think omega-3s, antioxidants, and vitamins. Your mind, after all, is only as powerful as the fuel you provide.

As the day rolls on, don’t let the grind steal your spark. Short breaks during work aren’t just pauses; they are vital resets that refresh your mind and amp up productivity. And as you break, why not jot down three things you’re grateful for? Daily gratitude journaling is a simple yet stunning way to shift your perspective and enhance your mood.

Balance work with play—engage in creative activities like drawing, writing, or playing music. They’re not just pastimes; they are workouts for the brain, enhancing creativity and problem-solving skills. Cap it all off with sleep hygiene—a bedtime routine that turns off the day and welcomes restful slumber. This ritual isn’t just a way to sleep—it’s your ticket to rejuvenation.

These practices aren’t luxuries—they’re essentials in building a resilient mind that thrives in adversity. Embrace them, and watch your mental landscape transform from a battlefield into a thriving garden of thoughts and ideas. Gear up—your mind is waiting for you to take the reins and lead it towards unparalleled strength.

Nottingham Killer Case Exposes Mental Health Gaps

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, systemic failures can appear like hidden landmines—undetected until they wreak havoc. The recent news surrounding the mental health care provided to Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane sheds light on the harsh reality of these systemic flaws. It’s a stark reminder that even in a structured system, cracks can form, widening over time until something catastrophic slips through. So how do we confront these weaknesses head-on?

Imagine a healthcare system as a massive, intricate machine—one that’s meant to operate smoothly and efficiently. Yet, like any machine, it requires regular tuning and diagnostics to prevent breakdowns. When a cog slips, the entire mechanism can grind to a halt. That’s why putting healthcare systems under the microscope isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential. By gearing up for a deep dive into systemic failures, we can identify the rusty cogs before they seize.

First, transparency must take the reins. When systems fail, it’s crucial to recognize that accountability isn’t about blame—it’s about learning and growing. Just like a seasoned athlete analyzes every race to shave seconds off their time, healthcare systems should scrutinize every misstep. This process ensures future failures are prevented, and trust is rebuilt.

But how do we strike a balance between patient confidentiality and the need for public safety? It’s a delicate dance, much like walking a tightrope. The key lies in clear, honest communication that respects patient privacy while addressing the community’s safety concerns. Open dialogues and continued feedback from those affected—be it patients or their families—can guide this balancing act.

Family advocacy plays an integral role in this process. Families are the pulse of any effective healthcare reform movement, often the first to spot when something is amiss. Encouraging their involvement, listening to their stories, and incorporating their insights can turn healthcare reform into a collaborative effort rather than a top-down mandate.

Finally, learning from past failures can be the flashlight that guides us through the murky waters of healthcare improvement. By dissecting cases like Calocane’s, we can construct a roadmap to resilience—one that ensures the system stands stronger, ready to support those who need it most.

In conclusion, addressing systemic failures in healthcare isn’t just about tweaking processes; it’s about a fundamental shift in mindset. By embracing transparency, respecting confidentiality, empowering families, and learning from the past, we can build a healthcare system that’s both robust and compassionate. It’s time to put shoulder to the wheel and keep our healthcare machine running smoothly—because lives depend on it.