Producer Miranda Bailey Says Studios & Streamers Turned Down New Series ‘Unconventional’ Due To LGBTQ Themes

Game Of Thrones.In his memoir, Putting The Rabbit In The Hat, published two years ago, the Succession star addressed a number of near misses in his career, which included the opportunity to play Robert Baratheon in the HBO fantasy series.READ MORE: ‘Succession’ season four, episode one recap: deals, drama and divorce“I’m often asked if I was offered a role in Game of Thrones – reason being that every other bugger was – and the answer is, yes, I was supposed to be a king called Robert Baratheon,” he wrote.The actor explained that he turned down the role because the money wasn’t great and the character got killed off early.“There’s always been a tendency of American productions to treat British actors differently from American actors,” he said. “In other words, to get them cheap.”Cox also rejected the part of the governor in Pirates Of The Caribbean, a role that eventually went to Jonathan Pryce.

We’ll be seeing more of Property Brothers stars Drew & Jonathan Scott on HGTV. The network has ordered two new series and renewed Celebrity IOU, all headlined by the home reno stars.

Liam Gallagher has claimed that Noel Gallagher turned down the opportunity to take part in the upcoming ‘Definitely Maybe’ tour.News of the UK tour was announced yesterday (October 16) and confirmed that Liam would be hitting the road to celebrate 30 years of Oasis’ debut album ‘Definitely Maybe’.The live shows follow on from an update shared by the singer earlier this year in which he reflected on the milestone and teased fans by saying that he was looking for a way to play the 1994 album in full.Liam continued to tease the prospect, later announcing that he’d be playing “naughty” B-sides from the era too as well ‘Half The World Away’ sung by his brother, former bandmate and Oasis’ chief songwriter, Noel.However unfortunately for fans it looks like his brother and ex-bandmate has no intention of taking part in the upcoming tour. The live shows will instead be more of a solo venture for Liam.This news came when Liam took to X (formerly Twitter) earlier today (October 17) to confirm that he offered his brother the chance to participate in the Oasis tour but that no plans ever materialised.“He’s been asked and he’s refused,” he wrote, responding to a fan who asked when he was going to announce Noel’s involvement in the tour.He’s been asked and he’s refused— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) October 17, 2023The 12-date ‘Definitely Maybe 30 Years’ UK and Ireland tour will kick off in Sheffield on June 2 before making stops in Cardiff, Glasgow and Dublin.Three dates at London’s O2 venue are also planned, as are three in his hometown of Manchester, held at the Co-Op Live venue.“I’m bouncing around the house to announce the ‘Definitely Maybe’ Tour,” he said at the time.

John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Any new show by producer Frank Doelger – whose credits include “Game of Thrones,” “The Swarm,” “John Adams” and “Rome” – must rate as an event. That event takes place Oct. 17 at Cannes Mipcom trade fair, with the world premiere of “Concordia,” on which Doelger serves as executive producer and showrunner.

Rod Stewart has revealed that he turned down a big offer to perform in Saudi Arabia because of the country’s human rights issues.The rock legend was offered what may have been the biggest money sum of his career to bring his show to the Middle East but declined due to the kingdom’s discrimination against women, LGBTQ+ people and the press.“I’m grateful that I have a choice whether or not to perform in Saudi Arabia. So many citizens there have extremely limited choices… women, the LGBTQ community, the press.

British rocker Rod Stewart has said he recently turned down an offer to perform in Saudi Arabia in an effort to raise awareness of what he described as “injustices” in the country. 

Britney Spears‘ memoir “The Woman in Me” is set to be released on October 24 and we’re learning some information about the audio book.

Filmmaker Gareth Edwards is coming off his epic sci-fi original film, “The Creator,” a film that saved millions of dollars in VFX by essentially doing it all after the fact. Meaning instead of setting up expensive green screens, blue screens, and mo-cap suits to capture the spots where VFX would typically be inserted, Edwards and his team just shot the movie generally as one would in the wild and then basically Photoshopped on all the VFX afterward (that’s not the most technical version, but probably the most accurate the audiences will understand; read our ‘Creator’ review here).

Rachel Reeves has said that Labour will claw back money made through "covid corruption" and will crack down on Tory ministers' use of private jets.

Ahead of an explosive Super Soap Week, Emmerdale producer Laura Shaw has revealed a sneaky glimpse at what lies in store for our favourite characters over the next few months, with plenty of drama on the horizon for some of the soap’s best loved families. One Emmerdale staple who we now know will be taking centre stage are the Dingle family, who have often been at the heart of several cutting edge storylines over the years that pack a real emotional punch.

Married At First Sight UK groom Jordan Gayle has revealed he is “constantly” mistaken for England footballer Jack Grealish as he tied the knot with his bride Erica. The Sheffield-based personal trainer resembles the footballer due to his floppy undercut hairstyle. Although he revealed he often gets asked for pictures, he doesn't use it to his “advantage” as he is “happy being myself”.

It won’t labor union demands or producers that ultimately lead to streamers releasing viewing data, accordion to prolific Argentine producer Axel Kuschevatzky.

Former GB News presenter Laurence Fox said he found out about his sacking by the broadcaster while he was in custody after having been arrested.The Metropolitan Police said the 45-year-old was arrested on suspicion of conspiring to commit criminal damage to ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) cameras and encouraging or assisting offences to be committed. Laurence was arrested in Stockwell and taken to a south London police station on Wednesday, 5 October, but has since been released and bailed pending further inquiries.

Brent Lang Executive Editor Most people don’t get a text from Bono in the middle of the night. But Jon Kamen, the CEO, chairman and co-founder of RadicalMedia, found himself fighting off jet lag on a recent business trip to Japan as he fielded messages from the U2 frontman. That pair had worked together on the One campaign, the musician’s push to eradicate AIDS and poverty in Africa, and this time Bono needed help launching ticketing for the band’s upcoming residency at Las Vegas’ newly launched venue, the Sphere.

Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has claimed that he turned down the opportunity to move to Saudi Arabia in a deal that would have made him the highest paid football manager in history.

EXCLUSIVE: Chip & Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Network today unveiled its slate of cable and streaming premieres for the month of October, including Season 4 of Ranch to Table, Season 2 of In the Kitchen with Abner and Amanda, Season 2 of Makeover by Monday and Season 9 of Maine Cabin Masters on Magnolia Network. Also coming in October are the streaming premieres of new seasons of First Time Fixer and Beach Cottage Chronicles,  Diary of an Old Home and Bargain Mansions on Max and discovery+.

During an interview with GQ, director Martin iScorsese revealed that Warner Bros. asked him to alter the ending of his film The Departed so that a sequel could be birthed.

Fans of The Great British Bake Off were left saying it's 'criminal' as they were left sharing the same complaint just minutes into the new series. The hit show returned to Channel 4 on Tuesday night (September 26) with a bunch of fresh bakers entering the famous tent to vie for the title of Britain's best amateur baker.

The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes almost looked very different.

While David S. Goyer has had a long career in the film and TV industry, there will be many who know him best for his comic book film work.