“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” topped the weekend box office again, pulling in a huge $145 million. Apparently, we’re all still very much into Spider-Man.
Sad news for fans of The Dukes of Hazzard — Ben Jones, best known as Cooter Davenport, has died at 84 after a heart attack. Jones went from Hollywood to Washington, serving two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives after his acting career.
And this is definitely an unusual arrest story. A man accused of burglarizing a home and stealing a car in Hidden Hills was tracked by deputies to Kim Kardashian’s house, where he was arrested without incident. No one was hurt — and yes, apparently even criminals know Hidden Hills is where you go if you want a VERY expensive neighborhood.
Michael B. Jordan and Raye are fueling dating rumors after spending Friday together at Six Flags Magic Mountain. They were spotted chatting and riding roller coasters, with fan videos catching the two having a good time. Jordan has previously said he was taking a break from dating because he was focused on work. Well… apparently the roller coaster schedule opened up.
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is hospitalized in Florida in serious but stable condition following a concerning livestream. His family says he suffered significant blood loss and injuries requiring surgery. His children are safe and being cared for by family, and his loved ones are asking for privacy while he recovers.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos are getting some backlash over their new wildlife conservation project. The Phoenix Species Project aims to help recover 100 critically endangered species across 30 countries. Critics are accusing the two of “greenwashing,” while supporters point out that DiCaprio has been involved in environmental causes for years. So, basically, the internet has opinions. Shocking.
Speaking of Bezos, he may also be going into soccer. Reports say Bezos, along with billionaires Amit Bhatia and Eduardo Saverin, are looking to buy about one-third of Liverpool FC from Fenway Sports Group — a stake reportedly worth around six billion dollars. Just another casual weekend purchase.
Brad Pitt is opening up about a difficult period in his life, saying overwhelming family issues once left him experiencing suicidal thoughts. His comments come as his relationship with his children remains strained. Four of his six children with Angelina Jolie have sought to remove “Pitt” from their last names.
And Bart Simpson may have an expiration date — eventually. Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart, says she thinks The Simpsons could end after Season 40. Her quote was basically, “Are we still alive? Yeah, we’ll keep going.” So apparently the key to a 40-year TV run is… just keep showing up.
Meanwhile, Barbie 2 could be expensive. Reports say Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling are looking for a combined $150 million to return. Robbie reportedly wants a much bigger payday after the first Barbie blew past expectations, while Gosling is also looking for a major increase. Warner Bros. and Mattel are apparently still working out the numbers.
And finally — The Jetsons are going live-action! Warner Bros. has confirmed a live-action Jetsons movie with Jim Carrey. The project has been kicking around Hollywood for years, so at this point, George Jetson might actually be retired before they make it.
