Entertainment Tidbits
Akon was arrested in Georgia on a bench warrant linked to a suspended license case. The incident began in September when officers found a Tesla Cybertruck stopped in the road. Akon was behind the wheel and told them the vehicle’s battery had died. While waiting for a tow truck, officers learned his license had been suspended for failing to appear in court in 2023. (Story URL)
Paramount has confirmed more cast members for the upcoming Scary Movie 6, set for global release on June 12th, 2026. Damon Wayans Jr., Kim Wayans and Heidi Gardner will return, along with franchise stars Cheri Oteri, Chris Elliott, Lochlyn Monroe, Dave Sheridan and Jon Abrahams. Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Regina Hall and Anna Faris are also back. (Story URL)
FX has confirmed a second season of Alien: Earth, with production scheduled to start in London in 2026. Set before the 1979 Alien film, the series follows a Weyland-Yutani ship that crashes on Earth, carrying a xenomorph and four other specimens. Season 1 premiered in August and wrapped its eight-episode run on September 23rd. (Story URL)
Ruby Rose has blamed Sydney Sweeney for the weak box office debut of Christy, which earned $1.3 million. The Batwoman star said she was once attached to the film. On Threads, Rose wrote that the original script was “life changing” and that she was attached to play Cherry. She added that “Christy deserved better,” accusing Sweeney of “ruining the film.” (Story URL)
A biographical film about Grammy-winning singer Roberta Flack is being developed by Robin Roberts and her company. The production team has secured Flack’s life rights and is also creating a companion documentary. Roberts is collaborating with Flack’s longtime managers. The projects aim to honor Flack’s lasting musical legacy. (Story URL)
Joy Behar has missed three straight episodes of The View after injuring her foot. The 83-year-old comedian, who usually takes Mondays off, was also absent Tuesday and Wednesday. On Tuesday, Goldberg told viewers, “Joy is out today, hopefully she’ll be back tomorrow.” Reps for the show have not yet shared further details about Behar’s condition. (Story URL)
Amy Schumer has deleted all pre-weight-loss photos from her Instagram account. The comedian and actress shared the update Tuesday night, posting four new images of herself in a red mini dress and black heels. She captioned the post, “Back on my staircase bullshit again … I actually left my house tonight. Who’s proud? I’m feeling good and happy. (Story URL)
James Van Der Beek is auctioning memorabilia from Dawson’s Creek and Varsity Blues to help cover his cancer treatment costs. All proceeds will go toward his fight against stage 3 colorectal cancer, diagnosed last year. Items include Dawson Leery’s prom necklace for Joey Potter, valued between $26,400 and $52,800, and the outfit from the show’s pilot, estimated up to $4,000. (Story URL)
