Inside ‘Snow White’ movie controversy as Disney ‘doesn’t know what to do’ with outspoken star Rachel Zegler

Rachel Zegler won’t sing “Some Day My Prince Will Come” in Disney’s new live-action remake of “Snow White.” This princess doesn’t need a man and will instead warble the girl-boss anthem “Waiting on a Wish.” But given all the controversy around the movie, in theaters March 21, it might be a long wait. 13Rachel Zegler … Read more

Southwest flyers fire back over airline ending free checked bag policy: ‘Nail in the coffin’

Travelers who claim to be loyal customers of Southwest are sounding off after the airline announced changes Tuesday to its popular passenger perk. The Texas-based carrier revealed several changes are being made in an effort to drive revenue growth and return to profitability shareholders expect, FOX Business reported. These changes will include an adjustment to … Read more

His props starred in hundreds of Hollywood movies and TV shows. Now he’s exiting the stage after 42 years

John Zabrucky, owner of Modern Props, has spent four decades fashioning the look of the future. (Christina House / Los Angeles Times) Standing amid his life’s work inside a cavernous warehouse in San Fernando, John Zabrucky is eager to show off what he calls his most famous “machine.” But first, he must scuttle past a … Read more

Disneyland workers cast ballots in strike authorization vote

Disneyland Resort employees rally outside the main entrance to Disneyland in Anaheim. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times) While working at Disneyland last summer, Cyn Carranza lived in her car with her dog and showered on resort property. As recently as this spring, the 39-year-old custodian scrubbed, waxed and buffed floors inside the theme … Read more

AI is supposed to be Hollywood’s next big thing. What’s taking so long?

Earlier this year, OpenAI and other artificial intelligence companies wooed Hollywood studios with the futuristic promise of AI tools that they said could help make the business of creating movies and television shows faster, easier and cheaper. What the tech companies wanted was access to troves of footage and intellectual property from series and films … Read more

How the English view Winston Churchill, the brilliant, brave and flawed hero in Oscar-nominated ‘Darkest Hour’

British Prime Minister Winston Churchill is welcomed by thousands as he arrives Sept. 19, 1946 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Gino Molin / Associated Press) In 2002, the BBC held a poll to determine whom the people of England considered the “Greatest Briton” of all time. Winston Churchill was named No. 1, earning nearly two-thirds of the … Read more

L.A. Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida to step down

Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times) Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida announced Tuesday that he was stepping down 2½ years after joining The Times as its newsroom leader with a mission to strengthen the organization during a period of turbulence in the news industry. Merida’s exit, … Read more

Kate Hudson suffers wardrobe malfunction while promoting new Netflix show

Kate Hudson nearly had a mega wardrobe malfunction.  While promoting her new Netflix show, “Running Point,” at the Paley Center for Media recently, the actress — accompanied by her costars onstage — was mid-sentence when a section of her black dress seemed to suddenly shift. “Oh,” Hudson responded while quickly grabbing her chest. Costar Justin … Read more

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