George R.R. Martin calls out “toxic internet” culture over ‘Game Of Thrones’ backlash

Zack Sharf George R.R. Martin told The New York Times that he was kept “out of the loop” during the last four seasons of HBO’s “Game of Thrones,” a mistake that “House of the Dragon” co-showrunner Ryan Condal did not want to make during the development of the upcoming prequel series.

Hollywood legend Steve Martin is ready to embark on a new journey: retirement. From "Saturday Night Live" to "Father of the Bride" to his current hit show "Only Murders in the Building," Martin has done it all. He is an Emmy and Grammy Award winner for his extensive work, which includes writing, acting, music, comedy and producing.

Martin Lewis has demanded 'action and planning now' from the UK Government over the skyrocketing energy bills after new analysis suggested they are likely to hit £4,200 for some households in January.

EXCLUSIVE: Sundance Now has joined Sky’s British comedy-drama series The Lovers, bagging itself rights in the U.S. and Canada. The AMC Networks streamer has been expected to board the show for a number of weeks and Deadline can now confirm its participation.

“We’re not taking sides in this,” said Tucker Carlson on his popular Fox News show last night, “but one of the biggest controversies in sports in many years is taking place between the PGA Tour and an upstart tour called LIV.”

Kate Middleton and Prince William are reportedly set to move to Windsor shortly with their three children, with the family planning to move from Kensington Palace to Adelaide Cottage. Kate, 40, and William, also 40, are believed to be making the huge move in a bid to be closer to the Queen, 96, and it means that their two eldest children, Prince George, nine, and Princess Charlotte, seven, will be leaving their current school and starting at a new one closer to Windsor.

George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth recently enjoyed a holiday in Paris together, but they weren't alone on their travels!This week, their good friend Brooke Shields took to Instagram to reveal that they had met up while she too was in the French capital as part of her European getaway.MORE: Ali Wentworth shares glamorous update from LA swimming pool Brooke shared a reel of photos in various cities she visited during her trip, including a fun selfie with Ali and George in Paris.WATCH: Ali Wentworth jokes that she's divorce husband George StephanopolousThe families are great friends and Brooke has featured on several occasions on Ali's popular podcast, Go Ask Ali. Now that Ali and George are back in the US, the couple have been spending time apart while Ali works on a secret project in LA. MORE: Ali Wentworth stuns in leopard print swimsuit while at home in New YorkMORE: Ali Wentworth details 'scariest' interruption she faced while on a hikeAli hasn't given any more details of her project so far but no doubt will in the near future!A post shared by Brooke Shields (@brookeshields)Ali and George joined Brooke Shields on her travels She hasn't sat still for long this year and as well as travelling to Paris, she recently spent time in Montauk on a vacation with George.It's been a busy time for Ali, who released her latest book, Ali's Well That Ends Well, earlier in the year.MORE: Inside Ali Wentworth and George Stephanopoulos' stunning $6.5m New York apartmentMORE: Ali Wentworth calls out husband George Stephanopoulos live on GMAThe book has received rave reviews and was even ranked in the tenth spot on the New York Times' reading list. Her book was described as "tales of desperation and a little inspiration".

Love Island fans were quick to call out Luca Bish over his remarks about Gemma Owen just after she defended the pair's relationship. The couple appeared to hit the rocks earlier this week on the ITV2 dating show following the latest challenge.

It’s almost half a decade since Irish director Martin McDonagh had his breakout with 2017’s “Three Billboards Outside Ebbings, Missouri.” “In Bruges” and “Seven Psychopaths” are cult films, to be sure, but ‘Billboards’ was the director’s first critical sensation. The film pulled in $160 million at the global box office, nearly five times as much as “In Bruges.” And the movie also won Oscars for Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell’s performances, along with a Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay nomination for McDonagh.

It’s almost half a decade since Irish director Martin McDonagh had his breakout with 2017’s “Three Billboards Outside Ebbings, Missouri.” “In Bruges” and “Seven Psychopaths” are cult films, to be sure, but “Billboards” was the director’s first critical sensation. The film pulled in $160 million at the global box office, nearly five times as much as “In Bruges.” And the movie also won Oscars for Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell’s performances, along with a Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay nomination for McDonagh.

Alicia Vikander has opened up about the pain she went through after suffering a miscarriage. The 33-year-old actress has a son with her husband Michael Fassbender who was born in 2021, but Alicia has now shared her pain over her struggle to become a mother - admitting it was a long journey for the couple. She told The Times: "We have a child now, but it took us time.

Jwan Yosef, Ricky Martin’s husband, addressed the controversy that’s been plaguing their lives over the past few weeks. Following the dismissal of Martin’s abuse and incest allegations, Yosef shared a message of support for his partner.Judge dismisses lawsuit against Ricky Martin filed by his nephewRicky Martin breaks silence after judge dismissed controversial case: ‘It has been so painful’A post shared by Jwan Yosef (@jwanyosef)“Truth prevails,” wrote Yosef on Instagram, sharing a photo of himself and Martin hugging and smiling at the camera. Yosef, like Martin, had remained silent throughout the court proceedings, due to the law forbidded them from speaking out about the incident publicly.

Ricky Martin will appear in court today via video camera where he will officially respond to allegations made by his nephew.

nephew claimed the pair were in an illegal “incest” relationship and that Martin harassed him when it ended.Martin, 50, appeared on Zoom before a judge in Puerto Rico to face the shocking allegations on Thursday.In a joint statement to The Post, Martin’s attorneys said: “Just as we had anticipated, the temporary protection order was not extended by the Court.“The accuser confirmed to the court that his decision to dismiss the matter was his alone, without any outside influence or pressure, and the accuser confirmed he was satisfied with his legal representation in the matter,” they said.“The request came from the accuser asking to dismiss the case. This was never anything more than a troubled individual making false allegations with absolutely nothing to substantiate them.

HBO‘s House Of The Dragon – the prequel series to Game Of Thrones – has landed, offering up new shots of fire, blood and dragons.Having dropped an initial teaser trailer in October and a second earlier this year, the full-length trailer went live just a few hours ago (July 21) and, at the time of writing, has already amassed over 3.1 million views.The fresh trailer sets us up for the ten-episode first season, which tells the story of Rhaenyra and Aegon Targaryen and the war of the Seven Kingdoms, taking place 200 years before the events in Game Of Thrones.The new HBO series stars Matt Smith (Daemon Targaryen), Emma D’Arcy (Rhaenyra), Olivia Cooke (Alicent Hightower), Paddy Considine (Viserys Tagaryen), Eve Best (Rhaenys Targaryen), Rhys Ifans (Otto Hightower), Steve Toussaint (Corlys Velaryon) and more.The series is set to premiere on HBO Max on August 21 in the US and simulcast on Sky Atlantic/NOW in the UK in the early hours of August 22.It’s the first of several upcoming Game Of Thrones spin-offs based on the fantasy novels by George R R Martin including The Sea of Snake, about Lord Corlys Velaryon; 10,000 Ships, about warrior queen Princess Nymeria; A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, based on Martin’s fantasy novels Tales of Dunk and Egg, and an animated series, The Golden Empire.

George Ezra has announced details of three new arena shows for 2023 in London and Ireland – see details below and find tickets here.The news comes off the back of the songwriter’s massive London gig at Finsbury Park, which took place last night (July 17).As already announced, Ezra will take recent third album ‘Gold Rush Kid’ out on a UK arena tour later this year, and three dates have now been added for early 2023.The songwriter will play Dublin’s 3Arena on March 8, heading to Killarney for a gig at the INEC Arena two days later.On March 13, he will then end the short extension to the tour with a London show at The O2. Australian dates also follow at the end of this year.See George Ezra’s new and existing tour dates below.