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Daily Mail
a day ago
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- Daily Mail
Joanna Lumley embraces gothic glamour as she steps out in an elegant all-black ensemble at the Wednesday series two premiere in London
embraced gothic glamour as she joined her co-stars at the Wednesday season two premiere in London on Wednesday. The actress, 79, put on an elegant display in black wide-leg trousers and a matching top, which she styled with a floor-length cardigan embellished with silver flowers. Joanna, who is joining the cast of the Netflix hit as Grandmama Hester Frump, accessorised with droplet earrings as she stormed the star-studded event. She certainly kept with the dark theme of the Tim Burton-produced series with her gothic-inspired outfit. Joanna stormed the premiere with leading lady Jenna Ortega, returning cast member Catherine Zeta-Jones and fellow newcomer Billie Piper. Doctor Who star Billie, 42, will play new character Isadora Capri in the series, which is slated for release in two parts, on August 6 and September 3. The actress, 79, put on an elegant display in black wide-leg trousers and a matching top, which she styled with a floor-length cardigan embellished with silver flowers The gothic comedy, which follows the antics of Wednesday Addams (Jenna), debuted on the streaming service in November 2022. It was quickly renewed for a second series in January 2023. It is one of many adaptations of The Addams Family, the eccentric fictional old-money clan, famously macabre and gothic in manner and look. It has already been announced that Wednesday will be back for a third series, while a spin-off programme is also under discussion, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Fans were delighted to hear the fate of the beloved show has been secured before the second series' premiere, taking to social media to express their excitement. Confirming the news, Catherine Zeta-Jones posted on Instagram: 'When Wednesday comes a better day. 'Wednesday season three. It's official... we shall return.' The first series of Wednesday followed the titular troublemaker after she was expelled and transferred to Nevermore Academy, a school for monstrous outcasts. Her cool, creepy manner and rebellious streak saw her found in trouble and struggling to fit in. She certainly kept with the dark theme of the Tim Burton-produced series with her gothic-inspired outfit But upon discovering she is a psychic, like her mother (Catherine), she applies her skills to solving a local murder case and soon finds her stride. The first series boasted an impressive regular cast, including Game of Thrones' Gwendoline Christie, Narcos' Luis Guzman and Emma Myers. However, Gwendoline is not expected to be returning for the second run after her character, Principal Larissa Weems, was killed off in the first series. The upcoming second series looks to be even more star-studded, with Lady Gaga, Steve Buscemi, and Thandiwe Newton also joining the cast.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jenna Ortega stuns in a semi-sheer snakeskin gown while Catherine Zeta Jones rocks a backless dress as they join co-star Billie Piper at Wednesday series two premiere in London
Jenna Ortega led the arrivals as the cast of Wednesday hit the red carpet for the premiere of the Netflix hit's second series. The actress, 22, was joined by her co-stars Catherine Zeta Jones and Billie Piper for the event which took place aptly on Wednesday evening at Central Hall Westminster. Walking the purple carpet, the cast all wore dramatic gothic-inspired ensembles in keeping with the series' theme. Jenna looked incredible in a semi-sheer snakeskin gown that featured a fishtail skirt and burnt edges. Catherine, 55, who stars as Addams family matriarch Morticia, wore a dramatic backless gown with a highneck and key-hole cut out. She teamed the ruffled number with a pair of sheer heels, pulled her hair up into a bun and topped off her look with dark makeup. Billie, 42, will play new character Isadora Capri in the series, and rocks a plunging gothic dress that laced up the front. Joanna Lumley, 79, who stars as Grandmama Frump, opted for an elegant gown with an embellish cape. The gothic comedy, which follows the antics of Wednesday Addams (played by Jenna), debuted on the streaming service in November 2022. It was quickly renewed for a second series in January 2023. Season two of Wednesday will hit Netflix on 6 August 2025. It is one in a series of takes over the years on The Addams Family, the eccentric fictional old-money clan, famously macabre and gothic in manner and look. The second series of the Emmy-winning programme, executive produced and often directed by horror icon Tim Burton, 66, is set for release in August. And now, it has been announced that not only will Wednesday be back for a third series, but a spin-off programme is currently under discussion, according to Hollywood Reporter. Fans were delighted to hear the fate of the beloved show has been secured, taking to social media to express their excitement. Catherine Zeta-Jones, 55, who plays creepy matriarch Morticia Addams, posted on Instagram confirming the news: 'When Wednesday comes a better day. 'Wednesday season three. It's official... we shall return.' One fan wrote in the comments section: 'And for many more seasons.'; 'I love this because then they can start filming soon and it won't be such a long pause between seasons! Or that's the hope!' The second series was announced in January 2023, but by the time it comes out later this year, it will have been more than two years in the making. Other users wrote, 'Season three? Hold on!', and, 'I'm excited about this.' Someone else added: 'I'll be gripping the sheets in agony waiting but please... don't let us wait three years again.' Another commenter wrote: 'Shut up. Season three?! Amazing!' One penned: 'I can't wait to see the second season, I'm waiting for it with great curiosity... and the third is already official, fantastic news!' The first series of Wednesday follows the titular troublemaker character after she is expelled and transferred to Nevermore Academy, a school for monstrous outcasts. Her cool, creepy manner and rebellious streak often see her in trouble and struggling to fit in. But after she discovers she is a psychic like her mother and applies her skills to solving a local murder case, she soon finds her stride. The programme boasts an impressive regular cast, with Game of Thrones' Gwendoline Christie and Narcos' Luis Guzman also starring. They feature as Nevermore headteacher Larissa Weems and Wednesday's father, Gomez Addams, respectively. The upcoming second series looks to be even more star-studded, with Lady Gaga, Joanna Lumley, Steve Buscemi, and Thandiwe Newton also joining the cast. Star Jenna and director Tim also worked together on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the 2024 sequel to the original 1988 horror film starring Winona Ryder. And they have now told all about what fans can expect from the upcoming second series and the newly announced third instalment. Scream queen Jenna, who rose to fame in slashers Scream, X and Scream VI, was embroiled in controversy in recent months for comments she made during a podcast interview. She said she spent her time on the show 'changing lines' and 'had to put my foot down' because 'everything I had to play did not make sense for the character'. Jenna said she felt terrible about this and never meant it that way, simply meaning to say she improvised a lot and was permitted to. Tim sympathised with her, feeling the comments had been interpreted in a way she had not meant. But the pair revealed that after these events, Jenna is now a producer on the show. Co-creator Alfred Gough, who made the show with Miles Millar, said this made sense, as she is already so involved in every part of the show, as well as giving notes on the script, in a way he praised. Wednesday's first series pulled in a whopping 252million viewers globally, making it Netflix's biggest English-language series of all time. Alfred has now teased a spin-off: 'It's something we're definitely noodling; there are other characters we can look at.' Netflix chief content officer Bela Bajaria, meanwhile, added: 'There's a lot to explore in the Addams Family.' New cast member Joanna Lumley previously told Netflix news site Tudum: 'There's always something thrilling about working for Tim Burton. 'His whole mind takes him to a different world, and the world that they've created here for Wednesday and Nevermore and the family is just intoxicating. 'It's wonderful. I get to wear many, many huge wigs, one on top of the other — and lots of quite constraining clothes, so I love it.'
UAE Moments
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
Five Books to Read If You're Waiting for Wednesday Season 2
While fans eagerly await the return of Wednesday Season 2, the craving for gothic aesthetics, creepy mysteries, and fierce female leads is stronger than ever. Luckily, these five books offer all the dark academia, haunted pasts, and sarcastic charm that Wednesday fans love. Whether it's a cursed school or a deadly legacy, these stories are filled with secrets you'll want to uncover. 1. The Harrowing by Kristen Kiesling Set in a training academy for young mediums, The Harrowing follows a teen girl recruited to communicate with the dead. As she uncovers more than just ghosts, she's pulled into a deadly conspiracy. Full of paranormal intrigue and a gritty heroine, it's perfect for those missing the mystery and otherworldliness of Nevermore Academy. 2. Where Sleeping Girls Lie by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé In this haunting thriller, a new student arrives at a mysterious boarding school only to find herself drawn into a deadly disappearance. The toxic friendships, secret societies, and suspenseful twists make this a must-read for fans of Wednesday 's sinister school drama and shadowy secrets. 3. A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik Set in the Scholomance, a magical school where survival is not guaranteed, A Deadly Education introduces us to Galadriel 'El' Higgins—a prickly, powerful outcast with dark magic and even darker wit. Sound familiar? If you adore Wednesday Addams' sharp sarcasm and loner energy, El is your next favorite protagonist. 4. The Grimrose Girls by Laura Pohl A group of girls investigates their classmate's death at an elite academy—and realizes they're living twisted versions of fairy tales. With a murder mystery at its core and dark magic creeping in, this book brings together queer representation, fantasy, and gothic vibes reminiscent of Wednesday 's eerie universe. 5. Starling House by Alix E. Harrow This Southern gothic tale revolves around a cursed house, a strange guardian, and a girl who can't seem to stay away. Full of haunting atmosphere and buried secrets, Starling House is for those who loved the dark, almost fairytale-like undertones in Wednesday and want to wander into another world that's both magical and menacing. If you're counting down the days until Wednesday returns to Nevermore, these five books will give you the twisted plots, sharp heroines, and eerie atmospheres you've been missing. Dive into these hauntingly brilliant reads and keep the creepy, clever spirit of Wednesday alive until Season 2 hits your screen.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I saw Ozzy's death coming but it still took my breath away – when giants fall it's hard to accept, says Alice Cooper
OZZY OSBOURNE and Alice Cooper – kindred spirits and fellow travellers in hard rock for nearly six decades. Both were born in 1948, on different sides of the Atlantic of course, yet with so much in common. 7 7 The black eye make-up with fingernails to match, the wild shoulder-length hair, the flamboyant gothic outfits, the showmanship, the humour, the hellraising. Oh, and the notorious incidents involving live creatures on stage — in Ozzy's case a bat, in Alice's a chicken. (Neither survived.) The rock gods both hailed from tough industrial cities, Birmingham and Detroit respectively. Maybe this is one explanation for their loud, rebellious form of escapism. On Tuesday morning, before we learned of Ozzy's sad passing aged 76, I had the chance to catch up with Alice during his arena tour of the UK. Hours later, as news filtered through that the Prince Of Darkness had left us, he took to the stage in Cardiff. His typically swashbuckling show, including a trademark mock beheading, ended with Alice announcing on behalf of his band and crew: 'God rest Ozzy.' Then he led the crowd in a thunderous chant of 'Ozzy! Ozzy! Ozzy!' After the gig, he was able to reflect more fully on the loss of the much-loved Brummie. 'The whole world is mourning Ozzy,' he said. 'Over his long career, he earned immense respect among his peers and from fans around the world as an unmatched showman and cultural icon. Ozzy Osbourne top five greatest moments 'When we lose one of our own, it bleeds' 'I always saw Ozzy as a cross between the Prince Of Darkness, which is the persona his fans saw, and the court jester. That was the side that his family and friends saw. 'He was and will continue to be a rock 'n' roll legend. Rock 'n' roll is a family and a fraternity. When we lose one of our own, it bleeds. 'I wish I would have gotten to know my brother Ozzy better. ' Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and the rest of the Ozzy brood — our prayers are with you. 'A titanic boulder has crashed, but rock will roll on.' Well, we all know that time is going to take us rockers, but when the giants fall, it's really hard to accept. Alice Cooper on Ozzy's death In addition to his statement, Alice has revealed that he and Ozzy 'never really ran in the same circle for some reason' but their paths often crossed. He says: 'Ozzy and I did many shows together over the years. 'One of my favourite memories is when he sang with me on the song Hey Stoopid, a crowd favourite to this day and a staple of our setlist.' The idea of them singing, 'Hey-hey-hey-hey/Hey stoopid!' to each other conjures a priceless image. Now Ozzy's death further confirms what Alice is only too aware of — that his generation is not getting any younger. 'Well, we all know that time is going to take us rockers, but when the giants fall, it's really hard to accept,' adds the 77-year-old. 'Even though everybody saw it coming with Ozzy, it took our breath away when it happened. 'So Ozzy, your records and your music and your legend and all that you brought — the humour to the rock business — will live on forever. 'We're gonna miss you, man! Rest easy Ozzy, and we'll see you on the other side.' For many British schools, it was the last day of term before the summer holidays, bringing to mind his most famous song, School's Out. 'That song is still on every radio station here,' says Alice of the shouty singalong which hit No1 in the UK on August, 12, 1972, and stayed there for three weeks. He continues: 'You never know when you're going to write an anthem. An anthem is one of those songs that kids will still be singing a hundred years from now because they relate to it. 'So long as there is school, School's Out will be everybody's favourite song at the end of the year. It's the only song I've written that I was totally sure of. I said, 'If this isn't a hit, I shall be selling shoes somewhere'.' It came with the immortal chorus of, 'school's out for summer, school's out forever', and lines like, 'no more pencils, no more books, no more teachers' dirty looks'. Alice admits 'it's very subversive-sounding' but that 'it's a real celebration of the last three minutes of the last day of school. For every kid, it's just joy'. This brings us to the reason I'm talking to Alice in the first place — his big reunion with the original Alice Cooper Band. Formed in Phoenix, Arizona, they released seven albums between 1969 and 1973 and School's Out, with its hit title track, was the fifth. We were a band from Phoenix that never should have made it, except that we had a spark that nobody else had. Alice on his band Among their other best-loved 'shock rock' creations were I'm Eighteen, Hello Hooray, Elected, No More Mr Nice Guy and Billion Dollar Babies. In 1974, the band split, amicably but exhausted, and the frontman began his enduring solo career with his Welcome To My Nightmare LP. Now the original line-up of Alice, Mike Bruce, Dennis Dunnaway and Neal Smith have reunited to make their first studio album together in more than 50 years. Titled The Revenge Of Alice Cooper, the album effortlessly summons the spirit of their Seventies heyday and incorporates a posthumous appearance by late guitarist Glen Buxton. Alice had met Glen and Dennis in 1963 at Cortez High School in Phoenix, after moving there from Detroit. 'Alice Cooper… a good grandmother name' He recalls: 'We were all 1,500m and 3,000m runners and when The Beatles came out, we looked at each other and went, 'Oh man, we've got to do that'. 'So we learned a couple of songs and played at parties, then it just got bigger and bigger and bigger. 7 7 'Eventually, we went to LA and Frank Zappa said to us, 'I have no idea what you guys are doing, so I'm going to sign you.' That was a great compliment. We actually confused Zappa!' (You know, one of the most zany rock musicians that ever lived.) Alice tries to put his finger on what made them successful. 'We were a band from Phoenix that never should have made it,' he decides, 'except that we had a spark that nobody else had. 'We had this little theatrical thing going and we also wanted to be America's Yardbirds,' he adds in reference to the British band that helped launch the careers of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. In 1968, the band changed their name from Nazz because it was taken by Todd Rundgren. During a brainstorming session, they tried to think of 'somebody's grandmother'. 'Who can think of a more grandmother name than Alice Cooper?' says the man who later legally morphed from Vincent Furnier into Alice Cooper. 'I said, 'It would throw everybody right off', and everybody agreed. 'We went through all these other names and we kept coming back to Alice Cooper — it just stuck.' At that time, Alice also began experimenting with face paint and developing the outlandish stage image (snakes and chickens included) that he's loved for. 'This girl came up to me and said, 'Have you ever seen this guy?' And she showed me a picture of Arthur Brown.' Brown, a Brit, is remembered for global hit Fire, for which he would don a burning helmet. Let's just say the music and performance were incendiary. Alice continues: 'We had the same make-up and I went, 'Are you kidding me?' I'd never heard of this guy but we were on the same wavelength. 'I realised I had a kindred brother in England. Arthur and I ended up as great, great friends.' He was brilliant, like the statue of David. Every girl in the world loved this guy — the tortured poet obsessed with death. Alice on Jim Morrison of The Doors He recalls early live forays in LA at Whisky A Go Go and The Cheetah Club, and thinking, until he saw them, that other acts on the bill, Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin, were solo artists. Then, in 1970, producer Bob Ezrin took things to the next level. Today, he's regarded as the unofficial sixth member of the band, a bit like 'fifth Beatle' George Martin. He was in charge of their breakthrough hit I'm Eighteen, giving some much-needed advice along the way. 'We kept trying to be The Yardbirds,' remembers Alice. 'And Bob kept saying, 'No, this song's about a dumb teenager, so it's got to sound like that'. 'And we were dumb teenagers, so it was pretty easy. We just dumbed it down and the simplicity was really powerful.' Now, the surviving members are all in their seventies, but you wouldn't know from the raw energy on their comeback album, The Revenge Of Alice Cooper. Anyone who has seen Alice live will probably have seen a menacing boa constrictor draped around his neck. The album begins with a song named after a snake of a different kind, Black Mamba. It features a free-flowing cameo from Robby Krieger of The Doors because, affirms Alice, 'Robby is the only guy who could have played that kind of snaky guitar part. He nailed it.' The mention of Krieger inevitably prompts one of his great rock 'n' roll tales. 'We opened for The Doors for a while,' Alice recalls. 'They were the first band to take us under their wing when we came in [to Los Angeles] from Phoenix. 'They allowed us to watch them record and we got to know them really well.' I ask Alice about The Doors' mercurial frontman Jim Morrison, who was found dead aged 27 in 1971 in a Paris apartment. The many-years-sober singer says: 'I was drinking so we got along real well. We just drank and talked and drank. 'He was brilliant, like the statue of David. Every girl in the world loved this guy — the tortured poet obsessed with death.' Alice got to witness 'Lizard King' Jim's incredible stage presence up close. 'Glen was our Keith Richards' 'He was electric, he was James Dean. He'd saunter up to the stage and take half a minute to light a cigarette. 'Then he'd sing and every girl would drop to their knees.' The new album also features a loving tribute to the Alice Cooper Band's dear departed guitarist, Glen Buxton. Called What A Syd, it brings this response from Alice: 'Glen was our Keith Richards. 'Everybody loved him but the only person I ever saw him jam with was [Pink Floyd's] Syd Barrett. 'When everyone else was slowing down rock 'n' roll-wise with what they were doing to their bodies, he just kept going. 'There was no stopping him. By 49, he looked like he was 78, 80 years old.' Finally, we return to the mischief that both Alice and Ozzy became renowned for. 'There's a lot of humour on this album,' he says. 'I can't help it, that's just the way I write. 'Everybody's telling the most important song is Blood On The Sun. They say it's poetic, it flows, it makes your mind go, 'Oh my gosh!' 'What are they talking about? Every single line in that song is a movie title. It sounds important but it's not at all!' So that explains him singing 'Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder' (1982 war movie), 'From Dusk Till Dawn' (1996 horror film) and so on. Surely Alice's fellow eternal prankster Ozzy would approve! 7 7
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
American Girl Launches Spooky Wednesday Addams Doll Just in Time for ‘Wednesday' Season 3 Renewal
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. This collaboration is for those little girls who are fiercely independent, strong-willed and not a fan of bright colors. More from Billboard Sam Smith Yearns 'To Be Free' With New Single Out This Week: 'It's More Than Special to Me' Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine & John Legend to Return to 'The Voice' As Part of Major Show Revamp How to Get Olivia Rodrigo's Favorite Pair of Touring Tights For 50% Off Mattel has launched an American Girl doll inspired by the hit comedy series Wednesday and the utter icon that is Wednesday Addams. The gothic collectors' doll is currently available to shop on the American Girl website and for preorder on Amazon for $295. If you're a fan of The Addams Family, young or old, you need this doll in your life. This doll comes with tons of Wednesday's signatures, such as her braided jet black hair and a gothic black velvet dress equipped with a white sateen Peter Pan collar, a signature for the character. American Girl 18-inch Doll, Wednesday Addams Collector Doll with Black Hair, for Ages 8+ $295 Buy Now On Amazon An American Girl doll inspired by Wednesday Addams. The dress is highly detailed, impressively so. You've also got white sateen cuffs, an all-over white embroidered print and black buttons down the front. You can find a slew of other intricacies throughout the doll, including a freckled face, black nail polish and a faux-obsidian necklace that flips between the initials 'W' and 'M' — a gift from Wednesday's mother, Morticia. You can also pose Wednesday as you please, thanks to her movable vinyl head and limbs. The doll comes with some major accessories, such as a Thing figurine perched atop Wednesday's shoulder and two faux plastic bags of piranhas swimming in water in reference to the opening scene of Wednesday. When you purchase the doll, you also receive a pair of black kitten-heel Mary Jane shoes, a pair of black cotton tights and a pair of black cotton underwear. As usual, when you buy a collector's doll, you also get a numbered certificate of authenticity certifying your purchase. This doll's release comes at a perfect time, given Wednesday was just renewed for season three Wednesday (July 23). Wednesday season two will debut on Netflix in two parts on Aug. 6 and Sept. 3. The show was created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar and is based on characters by Charles Addams. Tim Burton is an executive producer. The Wednesday doll joins a slew of pop culture-inspired dolls launched under American Girl's Collectors Series. Other dolls in the series include Cher and Dionne from Clueless, Elsa and Anna from Frozen and a Peaches 'n Cream Barbie. If those dolls don't tickle your fancy, you can also make your own to represent yourself down to your socks and shoes.
