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Robert Downey Jr. and Pedro Pascal marked Halloween by switching their Marvel roles in matching costumes. Downey dressed as Mr. Fantastic, while Pascal went as Dr. Doom ahead of the film’s December 18 theatrical release.
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Gracie Abrams marked Halloween on Saturday Night Live with a themed performance inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s 1996 film Romeo + Juliet. She used the appearance to pay tribute to the movie’s iconic look while performing for the Studio 8H audience.
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Saturday Night Live honored Patrick Stewart on this weekend’s episode with a brief tribute. The show included an old clip from his 1994 hosting appearance and shared a promotional photo of him.
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The Milwaukee Brewers made a surprise appearance on “Weekend Update” after their World Series win, bringing their trophy to the segment. Manager Pat Murphy, Christian Yelich, and Brice Turang appeared with former SNL cast member Bobby Moynihan, who returned as Drunk Uncle.
Read the full story on Deadline ↗Inde Navarrette made her first appearance as host of Saturday Night Live and used the moment to joke about her upcoming role in the MCU. The promo also referenced her recent work in Obsession and her effort to get in superhero shape.
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Tom Hanks brought back David S. Pumpkins in a Halloween-themed “Saturday Night Live” opener. The sketch was then interrupted by a Donald Trump impression, who urged supporters to help avoid poor midterm results.
Read the full story on Deadline ↗Ski mountaineers Jimmy Chin and Jim Morrison promoted the National Geographic documentary “Everest: The Other Side” with a stunt in West Hollywood. They climbed to the top of a 12-story building on Sunset Strip and rappelled down the side.
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Paul Bettany said he injured his eye while acting too intensely on the set of VisionQuest, despite playing a nearly indestructible AI. He described the experience as a reminder that restraint can be more effective than overdoing a performance.
Read the full story on Deadline ↗Taika Waititi responded to criticism of his latest film by defending its audience score and dismissing detractors. He described some critics as out of step and outdated while praising the film’s reception from viewers.
Read the full story on Deadline ↗Paapa Essiedu has addressed criticism over his casting in the upcoming Harry Potter series amid controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling’s comments and social media campaign against trans rights. He said people have strong reactions to the situation as the show nears its Christmas debut.
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