Director Brad Bird has officially confirmed that “Ratatouille 2” is not happening. In a new interview, he addressed the ongoing internet rumors about a potential sequel and gave a definitive answer. Brad said he has absolutely no interest in making another movie. Patton Oswalt recently said he only wants to voice the lead character again with Brad’s full involvement.

 

Disney+ and Disney Channel have officially ordered a pilot for a TV adaptation of the 2006 film “Aquamarine” with Emma Roberts set to reprise her role as Claire and serve as an executive producer. The new storyline centers around a character named Coral who moves to a seaside town, where she begins to uncover the mystery of her mother’s disappearance, revealing that her mother was a mermaid.

 

A new biography titled “Tonight the Music Seems So Loud” reveals that George Michael secretly gave away millions throughout his lifetime. Sathnam Sanghera said the singer died with a net worth of $128 million and quietly donated a significant fortune to people in need. Sanghera stated George paid for strangers’ IVF treatments, medical bills, funerals, and housing. He also gave away the first several years of U.K. royalties from the hit song “Last Christmas” to the Band Aid charity.

 

Novak Djokovic attended Bad Bunny’s historic concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The concert took place two days before Novak’s Wimbledon 2026 debut. He appeared relaxed and joyful during the concert, interacting with the audience by taking the microphone and introducing a song. Adele was also in attendance at the sold-out show.

 

Dua Lipa purchased her dream home in London six years ago, but extensive renovations mean she won’t be able to move in until July 2027. The renovations, which include a large basement with a swimming pool, music studio, and cinema, are estimated to cost around 3 million Pounds. Initial planning permission applications were submitted in 2021, but construction only began in 2024 after a three-year waiting period for approvals.

 

Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid have called it quits. The 62-year-old “Friends” actress and Snow Patrol musician, who is 49, have broken up after more than 10 years together. The pair were last seen together publicly when they attended the US Open in September.

 

Drake says he’s sorry to all those named Janice who feel victimized by his song ‘Janice STFU’. He instructed “All my Janice’s” to keep their eyes open for an invite to an exclusive party for them, which they will be admitted to after showing ID. The parties are set for New York, LA, Miami, Toronto, and Houston.

 

INXS and their music will be the subject of a new ballet opening in the band’s native Australia. The Queensland Ballet has teamed with HOTA, Home of the Arts, Gold Coast, for the contemporary ballet “Elegantly Wasted”, featuring dance interpretations of the band’s songs.

 

Shania Twain has dropped the title track to her new album “Little Miss Twain”, and it features Tanya Tucker! She also references Tanya by name in the chorus. The album is said to be an outline of Shania’s life, and the song’s chorus tells how her mother Sharon called Shania “the next Tanya Tucker.”

 

Academy of Country Music Awards has set its 2027 date. The ACMs and Dick Clark Productions announced that the 62nd ACM Awards will return to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 16, 2027. Last month’s 61st AMC Awards show was back in Las Vegas for the first time in 3 years, after the previous 2 took place in Frisco, Texas.

 

“Supergirl” is the latest DC film to debut to disappointing figures. The film made $38 million domestically and $68 million globally against a budget of $170 million. Following the successful launch of “Superman” which grossed $618 million globally, “Supergirl” and its poor performance signals potential issues in building a cohesive DC film franchise. “Toy Story 5” collected another $70 million in North America over the weekend to maintain its number one status at the box office.

 

“Michael” has grossed $977 million at the worldwide box office, to become the highest-grossing biopic of all time. “Oppenheimer” previously held the record for movies based on real people, with $975 million globally, a remarkable total for an R-rated historical drama that’s nearly 3 hours long. “Michael” already ranked as the top musical biopic of all time, surpassing the 2018 Queen film “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which generated $911 million worldwide.

 

A new book dedicated to the reality competition series “The Official Survivor Companion”, will hit shelves next March. The book celebrates the legacy of the long-running series. Since its CBS debut on May 31, 2000, the show has aired 50 seasons and seen over 700 competitors. The book includes exclusive stories and interviews with fan-favorite contestants and crew, along with a look into the show’s various eras.

 

Justin Bieber surprise-released the live album “Swag Live From Coachella (Weekend I)”, capturing his headlining performance at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. It features 22 songs, including guest appearances from The Kid LAROI, Tems, Wizkid, Dijon, and Mk.gee. Bieber’s Weekend 1 Coachella set took place on April 11.

 

The Katrina & the Waves hit ‘Walking On Sunshine’ has officially joined the Spotify Billions Club, more than 40 years after its release. The 1985 hit was the brainchild of Katrina and the Waves’ guitarist Kimberley Rew, who described it as “it’s just a piece of simple fun, an optimistic song, despite us not being outstandingly cheery people.”

 

Billy Idol and guitarist Steve Stevens were inducted into the Hollywood Rockwalk last week during a ceremony at Guitar Center’s flagship Hollywood location on Sunset Boulevard. The duo joined more than 150 artists and innovators honored by the Rockwalk since its founding in 1985.

 

Comedian John Oliver has successfully secured roles on both “General Hospital” and “Days of Our Lives” after expressing his desire for a soap opera cameo during a March episode. John’s three-episode arc on “General Hospital” will air on July 2, 3, and 6, while his episodes on “Days of Our Lives” are scheduled for August 11, 12, and 14.

 

A24 will re-release its horror hit “Backrooms” in theaters on July 3 with 15 minutes of new footage. The updated version, titled “Backrooms: Everything Must Go Edition”, is listed on the website and includes a “theatrically exclusive post-credit” scene from director Kane Parsons.

 

New research shows a sharp rise in romance series adapted from books on global streaming services. The study found that scripted romance now makes up 83% of the genre, while unscripted reality shows have declined. Over the past year, first-run book adaptations increased 73% to 19 titles. Amazon and Netflix lead the trend, producing about half of all romances.