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Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ celebration was amazing

This writer had the privilege of attending Disney’s Star Wars celebration in Anaheim, California. Attended Star Wars lovers from across the globe, the experience provided a preview of what’s to come from Disney. “Obi-Wan Kenobi” is currently streaming on Disney Plus.

John Boyega would love a role in ‘Bridgerton’

John Boyega is known for Star Wars but there’s another role he would relish. Boyega would “absolutely” love to appear in the Netflix period drama “Bridgerton” as he is all about “versatility.” The series recently dropped second season stars Jonathan Bailey, Simone Ashley, Charithra Chandran and Phoebe Dynevor — based on the series of books […]

John Boyega has ‘full circle’ moment in new thriller

John Boyega came “full circle” as he starred in 892. The 29-year-old actor stepped in to replace Jonathan Majors in the thriller and collaborated with co-writer Kwame Kwei-Armah, who cast Boyega in his first acting role in the 2009 theatre play Seize the Day. The Star Wars actor told The Hollywood Reporter: “I was pretty […]

Michael B. Jordan recalls ‘worst audition to date’

Michael B. Jordan tried out for Star Wars: The Force Awakens — but it was his “worst audition to date.” The 34-year-old has admitted he “bombed” in the tryout for the 2015 movie because he couldn’t connect with the storyline due to the scripts being “super vague” as a result of the secrecy surrounding the […]

John Boyega in no rush to return to the ‘Star Wars’ franchise

Star Wars actor John Boyega admitted he wants to explore other roles and projects before considering the possibility of returning to the big screen space saga. The 28-year-old actor — who played hero Finn in the recent trilogy, which was the final part of the Skywalker Saga — and while he’s not ruling out reprising […]

John Boyega walks back decision to move on from ‘Star Wars’ franchise … sorta

John Boyega would return to the Star Wars franchise in an animated feature, after previously saying he was done playing Finn. The 28-year-old actor has been vocal about not returning to the iconic sci-fi franchise after playing Finn in the most recent mainline trilogy, but has said he could be persuaded to play the character one […]

John Boyega steps down as Jo Malone global brand ambassador over ad controversy

John Boyega has stepped down as Jo Malone’s global ambassador. The 28-year-old actor has cut ties with the perfume brand after he was cut out of an ad in China and replaced by Liu Haoran after the ad was recast and reshot, despite conceiving, directing and starring in the original commercial. In a series of […]

John Boyega sheds several tears during powerful BLM protest speech in London

John Boyega broke down in tears as he explained “how painful” it is to be told his “race means nothing” during a protest in London over the death of George Floyd. The Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker star joined protestors at Hyde Park in London on Wednesday (06.03.20) as part of the Black Lives […]

Actor John Boyega contemplating life after ‘Star Wars’

John Boyega admits that he has become “nostalgic” since leaving the Star Wars franchise. The 28-year-old actor played the role of Stormtrooper-turned-hero Finn in the sequel trilogy, which came to an end with the release of Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker last year, and admits that leaving the sci-fi series behind has allowed him to reflect […]

John Boyega reveals why being a ‘party animal’ is not his thing

John Boyega has admitted he believes he’s been able to have an easier time in the public eye because he hasn’t succumbed to partying ways. The 27-year-old actor doesn’t drink alcohol because it wasn’t a habit any of his family members ever adopted. In fact, he thinks it’s easier to become famous without habits that […]

‘Star Wars’ actor John Boyega and Netflix team up for African film project

John Boyega has teamed up with a streaming giant to develop non-English language films centered on West and East Africa. The Star Wars actor’s UpperRoom Productions will collaborate with Netflix to “develop film projects based on stories, cast, characters, crew, literary properties, mythology, screenplays and/or other elements in or around African countries.” David Kosse, vice […]

Billy Dee Williams didn’t know what ‘gender fluid’ meant

Legendary ladies’ man Billy Dee Williams admits he didn’t know what the term “gender fluid” meant. The 82-year-old actor caused a stir last week when he said he sees himself as “feminine as well as masculine,” but he has insisted his comments were misunderstood and he doesn’t view himself as not having a fixed gender. […]

Hollywood legend Billy Dee Williams says he’s gender fluid

Screen acting icon Billy Dee Williams, who soared to heartthrob status in such classic 70’s films as Lady Sings the Blues, Mahogany and Brian’s Song, admits in an interview that he sees himself as being “feminine as well as masculine.” Williams, 82, who later achieved mainstream success playing Lando in the second and third Star […]

Samuel L. Jackson wants a Mace Windu comeback in ‘Star Wars’

Samuel L. Jackson wants to play Mace Windu in Star Wars again and he knows how to make it work. During an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Jackson said he would love to play the grim Jedi master again. He went on to explain how it would work since Windu died. “I’d really […]

Lupita Nyong’o lost friends because of this reason

Lupita Nyong’o has claimed she has “lost friends” over the selection of people she chose to take to the Black Panther premiere. The 34-year-old actress stars as Nakia in the upcoming Marvel movie, and has admitted that she had so many friends and family that wanted to attend the premiere of the production that even though […]

Exclusive: ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ trailer

The first official teaser trailer and teaser poster from Star Wars: The Last Jedi just debuted at Star Wars Celebration Orlando and it looks epically dope! The film has a wide array of talent, including the award-winning Lupita Nyong’o, who in an interview with Screen Rant said how much she loved the franchise but unfortunately, […]