German ‘Ghosts’ Remake Goes Into Production At ARD/WDR

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh's popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, and quite rightly so. Sophie Rhys-Jones and Prince Edward initially crossed paths at a charity function at the Queen's Tennis Club in London back in 1993, and by January 6, 1999, they were announcing their engagement to the world.

Editors Note: This review was originally published September 1, 2023 after the film’s world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival. The movie was originally to be released in December 2023 by 20th Century Studios before being derailed by the Hollywood strikes. Focus Features is now distributing and released it in theaters Friday.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Brazilian romantic comedy “Perfect Endings” has sold to distributors in North America and several territories in Europe. Berlin-based sales agency M-Appeal is handling world sales rights.

Naman Ramachandran London Theatre Company will stage a new production of Shakespeare‘s “Richard II” at the Bridge Theatre. Nicholas Hytner directs, with Jonathan Bailey starring in the title role. Bailey, renowned for his breakout role as Lord Anthony in “Bridgerton,” recently starred in Showtime’s “Fellow Travelers.” He is set to play Fiyero in the upcoming “Wicked” film and is currently filming “Jurassic World” alongside Scarlett Johansson.

From the moment they married back in 1999, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh’s popularity has steadily increased. Unlike the enormous royal weddings of the Prince and Princess of Wales and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, their celebration was understated – with the couple going on to conduct their lives and relationship in a very similar vein. Now, as they celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary, Edward and Sophie are repeatedly being branded two of the Royal Family’s most important “secret weapons”.

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have released a stunning new portrait to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary, marking 25 years since they tied the knot. In the sweet snap, Edward is pictured with his arms affectionately around Sophie’s waist, as the duchess’s hands rest on her husband’s and she leans into him.The couple dressed down in the relaxed shot taken by photographer Chris Jelf in the gardens of their Bagshot Park home in Surrey, with Sophie opting to wear a tan suede jacket to match Edward’s tweed gilet.

Micah Richards has admitted that Phil Foden's performances for England have made him sad.

Now that Euro 2024 is finally here, the England squad will be aiming to bring football home. Having narrowly missed out on lifting the trophy after making it all the way to the final in 2020, the team will be hoping to go one step further this year - and they'll be being cheered on from people up and down the country.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Jon Stewart continues to open up about his split from Apple after parting ways with the tech giant after hosting two seasons of “The Problem.” Stewart debuted the talk show in 2021 as part of a multi-year first-look deal with Apple. The first season of the show aired episodes every two weeks, while the second season switched to a weekly format. The streamer confirmed last October that Stewart’s program would not return.

Emma Roberts is starring in the new movie Space Cadet and the trailer just dropped!

Warner Bros Pictures has acquired Pedro Almodóvar’s English-language feature debut, The Room Next Door, for release in a host of key international markets including the filmmaker’s home turf of Spain.

X Factor winner Shayne Ward shared an adorable picture of his rarely seen lookalike son - and fans are swooning over the tot and his father. To mark the birthday of Reign Thomas Austin Ward, Shayne's child with former Hollyoaks star Sophie Austin, he posted a picture of the pair with a heartfelt caption, telling his followers, “My son is a treasure and a source of unending strength.” “He is my superhero!” Shayne said.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Kevin Spacey fought back tears during an interview on “Piers Morgan Uncensored” in which he revealed his house has been foreclosed on as he owes “many millions” of dollars in legal fees from his sexual misconduct trials. Piers Morgan asked the actor where he lives, to which Spacey said he no longer has a permanent home and barely has any money left to his name. “It’s funny you ask that question because this week, where I have been living in Baltimore is being foreclosed on.

The cast of the upcoming movie The Bikeriders has brought the film to London!

Broadway is heading into its final pre-Tony weeks doing robust business, with box office for last week up 7% over the previous week, nine shows selling out (including the two most-nominated productions) and ticket-buyers for two nominated musicals shelling out more than an average $200 per seat.

Jamie Lang A quarter-century after lending his voice to Z in Disney’s CG feature “Antz,” Woody Allen is set to return to the recording booth and narrate the upcoming Spanish animated short “Mr. Fischer’s Chair,” which will formally add several key co-producers during this year’s Annecy Festival. The film’s directors have also given Variety an exclusive look at early concept art for the project.

BJ Thompson is recovering from a health emergency.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic You could say that Kate Hudson is extremely famous as an actor and almost famous as a singer. That last part is changing as the public gets a gander of the promotional appearances she’s been doing for her debut album, “Glorious,” everywhere from the “Voice” finale to Howard Stern’s show.

Patricia Richardson, who starred as family matriarch Jill Taylor on the hit ABC sitcom Home Improvement, said she used the large pay gap between her and co-star Tim Allen to avoid continuing with the show.

The harsh winter months may have seen many of us neglecting outdoor spaces. But as warmth seeps into May and we browse for the best parks, beer gardens and sunny holiday destinations - why not turn our space into a little green paradise?