Jimmy Stewart is getting the biopic treatment, with “Riverdale’s” KJ Apa set to play the legendary actor, and 84-year-old Jimmy Hawkins, who played the youngest Bailey kid in “It’s a Wonderful Life”, says he’s as curious as the rest of us to see how it turns out. Titled “Jimmy”, the movie is expected out next November, just before the 80th anniversary of “It’s a Wonderful Life”.

“Home Alone” actor Daniel Stern says that, despite the film’s continued popularity, he won’t be attending any of its 35th anniversary events. In an interview he said he’s more of a homebody these days. The 68-year-old left the Hollywood life behind many years ago, moving to a California farm, where he and his wife now tend to cattle and citrus trees and he works as a sculptor.

Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Flea will release a solo album based on his love of the trumpet next year, complemented by “a dream band of modern jazz visionaries.” He just dropped the song ‘A Plea”. The vid shows him in a warehouse, dancing to a song that eventually finds him delivering spoken-word vocals about peace and building a bridge to mend the rifts in society.

For the first time in 4 years, Evanescence will headline a worldwide tour. They’ve announced over 45 shows across North America and Europe for next summer. Opening acts will be Spiritbox and Poppy, with special guests Nova Twins and K. Flay, making for an all-female lineup of lead singers.

Bailey Zimmerman and Ella Langley both made Forbes’ annual 30 Under 30 list in the musicians category. According to the publication, they’re a few of the young artists who are determining “what the future sounds like.” Other under-30 musicians include Benson Boone, Alex Warren, Ella Langley, and Audrey Nuna, one of the singing voices behind the “K-pop Demon Hunters” group HUNTR/X.

Billy Ray Cyrus shared a touching message to his daughter, Miley Cyrus, after getting engaged to Maxx Morando. Her famous dad shared a post to his Instagram featuring a series of pictures, including one of Miley, himself, and her godmother Dolly Parton. “Congratulations! Happy to see you both so happy!!! love Dad ❤️” he posted.

Bad Bunny’s Calvin Klein photo shoot from earlier this year has put him at the top of a dubious list. Gay hookup app Grindr released its Unwrapped, where users voted for their favorite moments in pop culture for 2025. Bad Bunny was voted as having the favorite bulge.

Kendrick Lamar recorded between 80 and 100 songs for his “GNX” album, but only 12 made the final cut. Kendrick’s longtime producer told Variety that the album originally had a “funky West [Coast] groove” sound before Jack Antonoff and Mustard were brought in to enhance it. Mustard played a crucial role in producing standout tracks like “Hey Now” and “TV Off.”

Lainey Wilson is delivering some extra Christmas cheer this season with a brand-new video for her version of “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” The video is a charming collaboration with the man who made the song famous in the 1940s, Bing Crosby. Created in partnership with Hershey’s, the video brings a nostalgic holiday classic to life through animated versions of the musical acts.

Peacock has acquired the scripted adaptation of the board game “Clue” from Sony Pictures Television. The rights to the board game were acquired from Hasbro Entertainment. Nicholas Stoller will direct and executive produce the series.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of “Wish You Were Here”, Pink Floyd is launching pop-up stores in London, Barcelona, Los Angeles, and Paris in collaboration with Sony Music and News & Coffee. These kiosks will feature exclusive commemorative merchandise, a limited anniversary pressing of the album, and a special edition of the fanzine.

Vin Diesel will write, produce, and star in Mattel Studios’ “Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots” movie. “The Fast & Furious” actor was previously announced as the star but will now pen the screenplay for the live-action adaptation of the classic tabletop boxing game.

Sony Pictures is developing a new “Men In Black” movie with Chris Bremner, who previously penned “Bad Boys For Life” and helped relaunch that franchise. Sources tell Deadline that once Chris completes the script, Will Smith will be among the first to receive it with hopes he’ll return as Agent J.

Disney+ and Hulu are marking the 35th anniversary of “Home Alone” by attempting a Guinness World Record. They’re building a 25.6-foot-tall gingerbread replica of the McCallister home in L.A., measuring 58 feet long and 42 feet wide. It will include 5,700 pounds of flour, more than 4,200 eggs, 4,400 gingerbread bricks, 800 roof tiles, 20 gallons of edible glue and 20 pounds of fondant.

Kim Kardashian will headline a new MasterClass course titled “The New Rules of Business: The Ten Kimmandments with Kim Kardashian”, launching December 4. The program offers one of her most detailed looks at the strategies behind her billion-dollar ventures.

Kate Walsh will return to “Grey’s Anatomy” as Dr. Addison Montgomery in the show’s 22nd season. Variety reports she will appear in the January 29 episode titled “Strip That Down.” Story details for the episode have not been released.

Peacock has unveiled the first teaser for “The ’Burbs”, a new series based on the 1989 horror-comedy. The show, starring Keke Palmer, Jack Whitehall, Julia Duffy, and Mark Proksch, will debut on Peacock on February 8. According to the synopsis, the story follows a young couple who reluctantly move into the husband’s childhood home. Their peaceful life unravels when a mysterious neighbor arrives.