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Wednesday actress Jenna Ortega reveals ‘horrific' pitfall of fame
At just 22, Jenna Ortega has achieved an immense level of fame thanks to her starring role in Netflix's most-watched show of all time. But the Wednesday star, who is promoting the upcoming second season of the Tim Burton-directed thriller series, has revealed her struggle with the extreme attention that comes with the job. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter alongside Burton, Ortega was speaking about the much-discussed 'death of the movie star' era, crediting this ideal to overexposure. 'We know too much,' Ortega said. 'And the people feel entitled to those bits and pieces of your life where if they were put under the same microscope, they wouldn't feel nearly as comfortable. 'Sometimes you go out, and it's a mess,' Ortega continued, adding she's 'always scared' when she gets recognised in the street. 'Somebody shouting your name in public is insane,' the star said. 'Sometimes I feel uncomfortable when it's grown men approaching me. [And] sometimes people shout vile things.' 'Like, you don't stop for somebody because you're going to be late for something and they're calling you a 'c***, w****' in front of your mother. 'It's horrific.' Elsewhere in the interview, Ortega also said she feels 'incredibly misunderstood' by the public. 'I think that's part of my struggle with that side of this job. It's almost to a point where it feels like your name doesn't belong to you,' she said. 'I almost don't even resonate with it anymore. I hate assumptions, and a big part of this job is that people are going to make assumptions about you.' Her remarks came after the interviewer asked Ortega about her controversial comments on an episode of Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast in 2023, in which she copped backlash for saying she 'had to put my foot down' with 'changing lines', leading many to dub it disrespectful towards the show's writers. Responding to the furore, Ortega told THR, 'I mean, I felt terrible.' She continued, 'In no way did I mean to come across that way. I spend a lot of time in my head and I have all these different trains of thought, and all I needed to say was, 'I improvise.' 'Also, nobody, before, ever cared what I said. It was a good lesson.' Wednesday season 2 will be released on Netflix in two parts, first on August 6 and then on September 3. It's already been renewed for a third season.
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'Star Wars' creator George Lucas to hit Comic-Con for first time
Comic-Con kicks off Thursday in San Diego, California, with expectations running high among devoted fans keen to catch a glimpse of George Lucas at his first-ever appearance at the convention. Other expected highlights of the gathering -- one of the world's biggest celebrations of pop culture -- include the world premiere of the prequel series "Alien: Earth." Comic-Con began holding events in San Diego in 1970, as a low-key and rather niche huddle, but has now grown to an annual get-together that attracts 130,000 people eager to hear behind-the-scenes tidbits from Hollywood stars and directors unveiling their latest projects. This year's edition will be marked by the presence of legendary filmmaker Lucas, who has never visited the convention before despite Comic-Con culture being deeply rooted in his "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" franchises. In a session on Sunday set to be moderated by Queen Latifah, Lucas will discuss the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art with Mexican director Guillermo del Toro and Oscar-winning artist Doug Chiang, who has shaped the iconic "Star Wars" universe for decades. The museum, scheduled to open in Los Angeles next year, will be dedicated to illustrated narratives and will house the Lucas archive. "Nearly five decades ago, Star Wars made one of its earliest public appearances at our convention, along with a booth featuring (comic book artist) Howard Chaykin's now legendary Star Wars poster as a promotional item," said David Glanzer, Chief Communications and Strategy Officer. "Now, to have Mr. Lucas... is a true full-circle moment. His lifelong dedication to visual storytelling and world-building resonates deeply with us and our community." - Alien, Predator, and the End of the World - Marvel Studios will have a smaller presence at the convention this year, skipping its eagerly awaited annual presentation in Hall H. According to Variety, changes to the premiere of the new "Avengers" installment complicated logistics for the studio, whose cast is currently filming in Britain. Despite this notable absence, events at coveted Hall H still promise great excitement for fans of science fiction, a core genre of the convention. On Friday, it will host the world premiere of the pilot episode of the prequel "Alien: Earth," directed by Noah Hawley and slated to hit streaming platforms in August. The series takes place a couple of years before the events depicted in Ridley Scott's 1979 film "Alien," offering an expansion of the venerated franchise. Another fan favorite that will have its moment in the spotlight is "Predator: Badlands," with a panel Friday set to include director Dan Trachtenberg, who revitalized the brand with "Prey" (2022). Joining him will be stars Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, who plays the predator Dek. The panel is expected to reveal more from the production, which centers the predator as prey, not hunter, for the first time. On Saturday, award-winning actor Ryan Gosling and directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (behind the new "Spider-Verse" trilogy) will present their "Project Hail Mary," which is due in theaters next year. The film, based on the book by Andy Weir ("The Martian"), follows Ryland Grace (Gosling), a former science teacher who wakes up on a spaceship to discover he's on a mission to save the Earth. Another buzzed-about presentation is for the highly anticipated second season of "Peacemaker," in which James Gunn ("Superman") and his cast are expected to offer sneak peeks. But it won't all be deadly serious -- thousands of those in attendance will come dressed as princesses, warriors, aliens and other characters from the pantheon of pop culture. Comic-Con runs from Thursday to Sunday, July 27.
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Jessica Simpson suffers wardrobe malfunction during live TV performance
Jessica Simpson appeared to suffer a wardrobe malfunction during her performance on the US Today show, as the singer's corset-style dress slipped down, revealing her bra. While on the stage at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, the top left part of Simpson's pale pink lace-up frock – which was adorned with feathers on the skirt – fell below the singer's blush-coloured lingerie. Fortunately, Simpson's long, wavy blonde hair and metallic fringe jacket kept her covered up during the accidental peekaboo moment. The fashion mogul styled her statement-making look with an oversized cross necklace and chunky silver rings. Despite the wardrobe malfunction, it's safe to say Simpson's performance this morning went better than her recent appearance on American Idol, which marked her first time on stage in 15 years. In May, she sang her hit These Boots Are Made for Walkin' alongside the ABC series' former contestant Josh King, and it didn't go particularly well, as many called it a 'train wreck.' Simpson, who wore a plunging silver metallic maxi dress, addressed the backlash a few days later, admitting that she was 'dying' during the performance. 'I can't even tell you how long it's been since I've been that nervous,' she told Extra. 'Like, I had to put hairspray on my feet to stand still, like, not that it actually keeps me put, but, like, my feet were sweating. I'm like, 'My feet don't sweat,'' Simpson confessed. In March, the mother of three returned to the music scene after a 15-year hiatus, dropping her EP Nashville Canyon, Part 1, with the second part slated to come out on September 5.
