Olivia Wilde Steers Clear of ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ Controversy During Press Conference: ‘I Don’t Feel The Need to Contribute’

Olivia Wilde’s film Don’t Worry Darling has been surrounded by various rumors and the director and actor is opening up about the drama. While making an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Wilde talked about the “spit-gate” incident at the Venice Film Festival.

Amazon has officially announced a Blade Runner sequel series is in the works.The series, titled Blade Runner 2099, will serve as a sequel to both the original 1982 film and its 2017 sequel, Blade Runner 2049, which was directed by Denis Villeneuve.Ridley Scott, who directed the original film, will serve as an executive producer on the series, with Silka Luisa (Shining Girls) on board as showrunner.The show was originally revealed to be in development back in February, although Amazon has now given the series the green light.Vernon Sanders, head of global television at Amazon Studios, said: “The original Blade Runner, directed by Ridley Scott, is considered one of the greatest and most influential science-fiction movies of all time, and we’re excited to introduce Blade Runner 2099 to our global Prime Video customers.“We are honoured to be able to present this continuation of the Blade Runner franchise, and are confident that by teaming up with Ridley, Alcon Entertainment, Scott Free Productions, and the remarkably talented Silka Luisa, Blade Runner 2099 will uphold the intellect, themes, and spirit of its film predecessors.”Andrew Kosove and Broderick Johnson, co-founders of Alcon Entertainment, said: “We are delighted to continue our working relationship with our friends at Amazon. And we are beyond excited to continue to extend the Blade Runner canon into a new realm with the provocative storyline that Silka has created.“Audiences first discovered Ridley Scott’s brilliant vision for Blade Runner 40 years ago, and since then, it has become one of the most influential science-fiction films of all time.

Blade Runner 2099, Amazon Studios’ live-action series set in the Blade Runner universe, has been picked up to series for Prime Video.

Amid heavy speculation and attention surrounding the “Don’t Worry Darling” cast, Florence Pugh and Chris Pine have opted out of attending the film’s upcoming Q&A event in New York City.

Amid heavy speculation and attention surrounding the  cast, Florence Pugh and Chris Pine have opted out of attending the film's upcoming Q&A event in New York City. On Sept. 19, director and producer Olivia Wilde will be joined by cast members Harry Styles, Gemma Chan, Nick Kroll, Sydney Chandler, Kate Berlant, Asif Ali and Douglas Smith for an interactive IMAX Live experience at the AMC Lincoln Square theater. Two of the film's most notable stars, however, are noticeably absent from the listed cast attendees — Pugh and Pine. This comes after the film's highly publicized premiere at the Venice Film Festival last weekend. Rumors and speculation have been abuzz theorizing that Pugh, 'sfemale lead, has been feuding with Wilde.

Don’t Worry Darling after ongoing speculation of a rift between her and director Olivia Wilde.The pair both star in the upcoming thriller that follows a young couple (played by Pugh and Harry Styles) in the 1950s whose happy marriage begins to unravel as Pugh’s character becomes increasingly suspiciously of a secret project in her town.However in the build-up to the film’s release numerous reports of a falling out between Pugh and Wilde have emerged.Now, according to Rolling Stone, Pugh will not attend the New York premiere of the film on September 19. A reason has not yet been given although the actress is currently busy filming Denis Villeneuve’s upcoming Dune sequel.On the rumours of a rift and Pugh’s absence from the premiere, a source told the publication: “From what I understand, there is friction, but I don’t know why.“It’s pretty clear she’s choosing not to be a part of the PR,” they continued.

He’s not worrying. Nick Kroll seemingly weighed in on the drama surrounding his Don’t Worry Darling costars after the film debuted at the 2022 Venice Film Festival.

Florence Pugh, the actress who stars alongside Harry Styles in "Don’t Worry Darling," has recently been at the center of controversy with the film's director, Olivia Wilde.  On Monday, the actress was notably missing from the Venice Film Festival’s press conference as she was on a flight leaving for the "Dune: Part Two" set. Wilde was asked about the rumored "falling out" between the two as she attempted to dodge the question.  When asked about the controversy, Wilde responded, "Florence is a force, and we are so grateful that she's able to make it tonight despite being in production on ‘Dune.’" Florence Pugh attends the "Don't Worry Darling" red carpet at the 2022 Venice Film Festival. (Photo by Elisabetta A.

All eyes were on the Don’t Worry Darling premiere at Venice Film Festival, with fans watching Harry Styles, Olivia Wilde, Chris Pine and Florence Pugh’s every move over the weekend – and Us Weekly is breaking down the biggest moments.

Chris Pine has had many viral moments while promoting “Don’t Worry Darling” with his co-stars at the Venice Film Festival.

WATCH: Olivia Wilde dodges questions about Florence Pugh 'feud'For those who missed it, there is supposedly tension between the Don’t Worry Darling director and leading lady over a number of issues, ranging from Harry Styles’ paycheck to how the film has been promoted.None of the rumours have been confirmed and Olivia dodged questions about her allegedly strained relationship with Florence while appearing at the Venice Film Festival on Monday.When asked at a press conference for the film if she could “clear the air” regarding the feud claims, Olivia tried to play it cool.Olivia Wilde had hoped to quash the rumours of a feud between her and Florence Pugh."Florence is a force. We are so grateful she's able to make it tonight.

If you thought Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde were set to be the hottest couple at the Venice Film Festival, you've got the wrong person!!! During the standing ovation for the couple's forthcoming film,  Styles planted a kiss on none other than his co-star Nick Kroll.  In video from the event, you can see Styles and Kroll finding each other in the crowd after the film's premiere. The two actors, both looking dapper in blue suits, kiss each other on the lips and embrace as onlookers cheer. Harry Styles kisses Nick Kroll during the standing ovation for #DontWorryDarling.

Keep it professional! Olivia Wilde and Florence Pugh posed together on the red carpet at the premiere of their new film Don’t Worry Darling — despite rumors that they aren’t getting along.

Reviews of Olivia Wilde’s psychological drama “Don’t Worry Darling” premiering at the Venice Film Festival are now out. And while it’s a little too early to land on a consensus (our review is mixed), unless you’ve been living under a rock, the film and the spectacle surrounding it have threatened to become one of the biggest, nosiest dramas of the year.

Olivia Wilde dodged a question about her rumoured feud with Don't Worry Darling star Florence Pugh during a press conference at the Venice Film Festival on Monday. After weeks of speculation that the Booksmart director doesn't get along with her thriller's leading lady, Wilde was asked by a journalist on Monday if she could "clear the air" about the rumours. Wilde didn't directly answer the question but noted that she doesn't feel the need "to contribute" to the tabloid gossip surrounding her latest film.

Florence Pugh made a sparkling statement on the 79th Venice International Film Festival red carpet on Monday. The actress is in Italy for the premiere of Olivia Wilde's forthcoming film  where Pugh stars opposite Harry Styles. Pugh brought her grandmother as her date for the premiere, and the two walked the red carpet in perfect style.

The drama continues. Olivia Wilde praised Florence Pugh at a press event for Don’t Worry Darling — but she refused to answer questions about Shia LaBeouf.

Olivia Wilde has responded to speculation over a rift between her and Don’t Worry Darling colleague Florence Pugh.The latter leads the thriller, which is directed by and co-stars Wilde, that focuses on a young couple (played by Pugh and Harry Styles) in the 1950s whose happy marriage begins to unravel when she starts to become suspicious of a secret project he is working on.However, reports have emerged in recent months of a falling out between Pugh and Wilde, something the latter has responded to in a new press conference – which Pugh was not in attendance at – ahead of the film’s premiere at the Venice International Film Festival.“Florence is a force,” she said (via Variety). “We are so grateful she’s able to make it tonight [for the red carpet] despite being in production on Dune.“I know, as a director, how disruptive it is to lose an actor even for a day, so I’m very grateful to her, and to [Dune director Denis Villeneuve] for helping us.

Olivia Wilde dismissed the "tabloid gossip" surrounding her latest film "Don't Worry Darling" while answering press questions at the Venice Film Festival. Wilde, who starred in and directed the film, was asked about Florence Pugh's absence from the press event, according to multiple reports. Following filming, rumors surfaced that Pugh and Wilde had a falling out after the director began a romantic relationship with lead actor Harry Styles.

Olivia Wilde is making it clear she's strictly at the 2022 Venice Film Festival for business and not gossip. During a press conference for her new film,, on Monday, the 38-year-old director briefly debunked rumors of a feud with Florence Pugh, who stars in the movie, but was absent from the event. Pugh is expected to walk the red carpet at the premiere later today.While Wilde was joined by the film's stars Chris Pine, Harry Styles and Gemma Chan, a reporter told her it was a «shame» that Pugh wasn't there, according to.