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USA Today
17 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Damian Lillard reacts to Giannis' role in Bucks exile with 1 GIF
Giannis Antetokounmpo was reportedly unhappy with how the Milwaukee Bucks exiled Damian Lillard after signing Myles Turner. Well, that's what Antetokounmpo says in public, anyway. As always, there are two sides to every story. Lillard's side of the story seemingly implies Antetokounmpo knew more than he's letting on. In response to a report that Antetokounmpo knew that the Bucks were signing Turner and that he was excited about the move in advance, Lillard replied with a defeated GIF of acceptance from the movie, Nacho Libre. Of course, this doesn't necessarily confirm that Antetokounmpo knew the Bucks would be waiving Lillard to create salary cap space to add Turner. If anything, it simply says Lillard probably feels a little betrayed by Antetokounmpo on its face, even if the point guard is reportedly happy about seeking new NBA opportunities now. Still, it is an interesting wrinkle that gives us much to think about. Let's put it this way. How could a top-three NBA player in the world like Antetokounmpo, for whom the Bucks were already moving mountains behind the scenes, NOT know how they were going to use their assets to try and support him? He's not just some guy, a random role player. He's the face of the franchise and one of the greatest players in NBA history. And you always show dudes like that how the sausage is made. So, it's not realistic to assume Antetokounmpo really didn't know what the Bucks were going to do with Lillard's contract beforehand. No i is dotted or t is crossed at Bucks headquarters without the superstar's knowledge. Something tells me that while we have already seen the final chapter of the Antetokounmpo-Lillard duo on the Bucks, it doesn't mean this story is nearly close to finished. Stay tuned.
Daily Mail
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Remember Rico from Hannah Montana? You won't believe what the actor looks like now
Moises Arias was skyrocketed into the spotlight when he starred as the troublemaker Rico in the beloved Disney Channel series Hannah Montana in the early 2000s. But now, nearly two decades after the show premiered, the actor looks so different from his Disney days. Moises, now 31, was cast in the Miley Cyrus-lead series in 2006 when he was only 12 years old. He played Rico Suave, a rich genius who manages Rico's Surf Shop - the beach concession stand that Miley's older brother Jackson works at. The two would sometimes feud and other times get into trouble together, making for a pretty epic duo. The actor started as a supporting role in the first season, but his character was so popular he was promoted to the main cast for its second season. He continued to star Rico for all four Hannah Montana seasons before it came to an end in 2011. But now, flash forward 14 years later, and Moises is practically unrecognizable. In a recent selfie shared to Instagram, the former Disney star sported some scruffy facial hair and a much-shorter hairstyle. Moises made his acting debut in 2006 in the movie Nacho Libre. He also had a brief appearance in the show The Suite Life of Zack and Cody before he landed his breakout role in Hannah Montana. The show followed teen Miley Stewart who was secretly living a double life - some days she was a normal middle school student but other days she was pop sensation Hannah Montana. Hiding her true identity - which was concealed by a blonde wig - from her classmates often put her in tricky situations. It also starred Billy Ray Cyrus, Emily Osment, Mitchel Musso, and Jason Earles. After the show turned Moises into a sensation practically overnight, he went on to star in a slew of big movies and shows. He acted in the film Beethoven's Big Break, the drama The Perfect Game, the comedy Noobz, the coming-of-age film The Kings of Summer, sci-fi flick Ender's Game, historical drama Ben-Hur, Pitch Perfect 3, the comedy Little B***hes, Five Feet Apart, crime drama American Murderer, and superhero movie Samaritan, amongst other things. Most recently, he played Norm MacLean in the wildly popular TV show Fallout, based off the video game of the same name. Over the years, Moises also dabbled in directing, working on a series of YouTube films with his brother, Mateo Arias, under the name Moiswashere. He also co-founded a fashion brand with his brother, Jaden Smith, and Willow Smith in 2012 called MSFTSrep. He is now also a photographer, and often shares his photos to his Instagram, where he has over 800,000 followers. Back in 2014 he became embroiled in scandal after a photo was shared to social media that showed a then-20-year-old shirtless Moises lying on a bed with a fully-clothed 13-year-old Willow. At the time, reports emerged that said Willow's parents Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith were being investigation by child protective services over the controversial snap. Jada defended the image at the time, saying there was 'nothing sexual about it.' All parties were later cleared. Jada later recalled her rage over the ordeal, explaining her on her Red Table Talk show in 2019, 'That was the first time I ever got furious.' 'I was looking at the [CPS] lady and the whole time I was thinking, "You could be helping so many kids right now,"' Willow added of the social worker. 'And you're wasting your time with a child who has everything they need.' 'The woman that was on our case, she was a nice lady,' Jada said. 'She knew.'
Los Angeles Times
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Jack Black says hold the popcorn: ‘Minecraft' fans get a message about messy ‘chicken jockey' trend
Jack Black delivers the viral 'chicken jockey' line in 'A Minecraft Movie,' but he doesn't sign off on the chaotic fan behavior surrounding it in theaters and on social media. The comedian and 'School of Rock' star surprised moviegoers at a showing of 'Minecraft' over the weekend and encouraged them to be on their best behavior, according to video shared Sunday by the Hollywood Handle. Disguising his voice as that of a theater spokesperson, Black can be heard telling fans 'for today's presentation of 'A Minecraft Movie,' please no throwing popped corn.' 'And also no lapis lazuli. And absolutely no...,' he continues his message before, screaming, 'chicken jockeys!' In the video, Black introduces himself to the group of young, excited moviegoers. 'I am Steve,' he tells them, referencing his character in Warner Bros.' film adaptation of the popular video game franchise. Black also shows off his prop pickax and runs across the theater hyping up fans before the showing starts. So what was the deal with his popcorn disclaimer? The 'Kung Fu Panda' star encouraged audience members to restrain themselves after several videos showed 'Minecraft' viewers at various showings throwing objects, screaming and loudly cheering during a viral scene. In the film, which premiered earlier this month, Black and Jason Momoa's characters find themselves in the middle of a boxing ring. Their foe, in true 'Minecraft' fashion, is a blocky baby zombie riding a cubist chicken: a 'chicken jockey,' as Black's Steve properly notes. Since its creation more than a decade ago, the 'Minecraft' franchise has spawned countless memes among fans and the rare combination of a chicken and a zombie in the game is among those inside jokes. The movie's nod to that bit of fan lore only took the meme to the next level. In several viral social media videos, moviegoers break out into chaos during the 'chicken jockey' scene: They flash their phone lights, launch their popcorn and drinks toward the screen and scream throughout the fight sequence. In one video, a masked audience member can be seen holding a live chicken as they sit atop another moviegoer's shoulders. As a result of the raucous crowds, theater workers — often left to deal with the messy aftermath — are also tasked with encouraging moviegoers to avoid throwing objects at the screen. Police officials have been recruited to escort some audience members out for their behavior. Beyond the chaos of 'chicken jockey,' some 'Minecraft' viewers have also personalized their showings with preshow speeches. 'It's been way too fun,' director Jared Hess told Entertainment Weekly. Hess, who directed Black in 'Nacho Libre' and broke out with 'Napoleon Dynamite,' said he didn't see the harm in the trend and finds it funny 'that cops are getting called for popcorn.' 'I'm just glad people are making memories with their friends and families,' he said. On its opening weekend, 'A Minecraft Movie' earned a record-breaking $157-million domestic and $144-million overseas. A clear winner amid Hollywood's continued push for video game adaptations, the action-comedy bested 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' for the highest-performing video game film adaptation. In her review, Times critic Amy Nicholson wrote that 'A Minecraft Movie' was 'essentially a meathead version of 'The Wizard of Oz.' ' The film stars Black, Momoa, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers and Danielle Brooks.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Minecraft director confirms sequel is already being talked about after record-breaking opening
A Minecraft Movie director Jared Hess has confirmed that work on a sequel is already underway following its record-breaking success. The fantasy adventure film, based on Mojang Studios' 2011 video game, has proved to be a huge financial success thus far, with the film already the fourth highest-grossing of the year despite only being released on Friday (April 4). Furthermore, A Minecraft Movie also boasts the biggest three-day opening for a video game adaptation in the US, with the enormous commercial success leading producers to already begin work on a sequel. Related: In an interview with Deadline, Hess expressed his excitement for the potential follow-up film, teasing that there were several elements from the game that could be incorporated into the sequel. 'Oh, man. Well, it would be so much fun,' the filmmaker said. 'We had so much fun making this movie, and it's such an expansive world in the game, and there were so many things that we didn't tap into that we wanted to. Related: 'I would have a blast doing the sequel, and it seems like there's already talk about it happening, so I'm super excited. It'll be so much fun to go back into the world. The fans are just having such a good time. We teased it in the end credits, and the fans seem to be going wild for it.' Hess, who previously directed Napoleon Dynamite and Nacho Libre, confirmed that Alex – who was voiced by Kate McKinnon in the post-credits scene – would be a figure who they 'bring to the table' for the sequel, describing them as a 'critical character' from the franchise. A Minecraft Movie follows a group of misfits – played by Jason Momoa, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks and Sebastian Hansen – as they are pulled through a portal into a strange cubic world, embarking on a quest back to the real world with the help of expert crafter Steve (Jack Black). A Minecraft Movie is in cinemas now. at at Pandora at at at at at Apple at at at You Might Also Like PS5 consoles for sale – PlayStation 5 stock and restocks: Where to buy PS5 today? IS MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 7 THE BEST IN THE SERIES? OUR REVIEW AEW game is a modern mix of No Mercy and SmackDown
Express Tribune
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Sebastian Hansen inspired Technoblade tribute in Minecraft movie, confirms director Jared Hess
The upcoming Minecraft movie pays a heartfelt tribute to late YouTuber Technoblade, and fans have actor Sebastian Hansen to thank. According to director Jared Hess, the tribute was not initially part of the script but was added after Hansen suggested the idea during production. In an interview with Collider, Hess revealed that Hansen approached him early in filming, expressing his admiration for Technoblade, a legendary Minecraft content creator who passed away in 2022. 'He was like, 'Look, there's this amazing Minecraft player named Technoblade who passed away, and I would love to be able to honor him somehow in the film,'' Hess recalled. Taking Hansen's heartfelt request seriously, the filmmakers included a subtle but meaningful Easter egg in the movie—a pig wearing a crown—an unmistakable nod to Technoblade's famous Minecraft avatar. The tribute appears in one of the village scenes, and while it's a quiet moment, it carries significant emotional weight for longtime fans of the game and the creator. This decision highlights not only the influence Technoblade had on the Minecraft community but also the passion and respect the young cast brought to the project. With Minecraft: The Movie hitting theaters on April 4, 2025, audiences will get to experience the tribute themselves—and for many, it will serve as a powerful reminder of Technoblade's enduring legacy. The movie stars Emma Myers, Sebastian Hansen, Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Danielle Brooks, and is directed by Jared Hess, best known for Napoleon Dynamite and Nacho Libre.
