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Hollywood stars slam Quentin Tarantino’s criticism for Paul Dano
After director Quentin Tarantino slammed Paul Dano as “the weak sister” in his recent podcast rant, calling him “weak sauce” and “the limpest d–k in the world”, a wave of support from Hollywood poured in this week defending the actor’s talent and character.
Tarantino, while ranking his favourite films of the 21st century, placed There Will Be Blood at No. 5.
Despite praising the film overall, he didn’t hold back in criticising Dano’s performance, saying the movie “needs” a stronger foil than Dano in his view.
But many disagree strongly. On X, comedian and filmmaker Ben Stiller wrote simply, “Paul Dano is f-ing brilliant.”
Simu Liu, known for starring in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, added, “idk man i think paul dano is an incredible actor.”
Support also came from behind the camera: Matt Reeves, director of The Batman, praised Dano on X as “an incredible actor, and an incredible person.”
Meanwhile, screenwriter Mattson Tomlin encouraged anyone skeptical to check out Dano’s work in Wildlife, calling him “a terrific actor” and “an astonishing director who exudes control and tremendous empathy.”
Dano’s body of work includes standout performances in films like Little Miss Sunshine, 12 Years a Slave, The Fabelmans, and his recent turn as the Riddler in The Batman.
Despite Tarantino’s harsh critique, the breadth of voices coming to Dano’s defense this week suggests many believe his reputation and range speak louder than any one negative comment.
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Zendaya reveals shocking ‘tattoo’ truth about mom Claire
Zendaya has revealed the surprising role she played in her mother’s transformation into a “walking piece of art,” confessing that she was the one who originally convinced Claire Stoermer to get her very first tattoo at the age of 50.
Speaking on The Jennifer Hudson Show during the Friday, 3 April episode, the 29-year-old actress explained that she even went as far as drawing the initial design herself.
Since that first appointment, however, it seems Claire has developed a bit of an obsession with the ink parlour.
Zendaya told Hudson that her mother now calls her randomly to announce she is getting a new one, adding, “She’s covered now. She’s like a walking piece of art.”
The Drama star is certainly no stranger to tattoos herself, famously sporting a small lowercase “T” near her ribcage as a tribute to her partner, Tom Holland.
That particular bit of ink made its debut at the 2025 Golden Globes, the same night the Spider-Man: Brand New Day co-stars announced their engagement to the world.
Neither Zendaya nor Holland has officially confirmed the marriage rumours, but the actress has certainly been leaning into the bridal aesthetic while promoting her latest film, The Drama.
As fans continue to hunt for clues regarding her real-life relationship status, Zendaya remains focused on her professional successes.
Her new film, The Drama, which also stars Robert Pattinson, is currently showing in theatres.
Whether she’s helping fans find wedding dresses or inspiring her mother’s extensive tattoo collection, the Emmy winner clearly enjoys keeping her inner circle, and her audience, on their toes.
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Lil Nas X provided kind options by Judge assault case
Lil Nas X has been granted a path to having his felony assault charges completely dismissed after a Los Angeles judge approved his entry into a mental health diversion program.
The rapper, whose real name is Montero Hill, appeared in court on Monday where Judge Alan Schneider ruled that the charges would be cleared, provided Hill follows a strict treatment plan and stays out of trouble for the next two years.
The decision comes after the judge determined that Hill’s actions during an arrest last August were related to his bipolar diagnosis and represented “aberrant from his normal conduct.”
The legal trouble began last summer when Hill was arrested after being seen wandering along Ventura Boulevard wearing only his underwear and cowboy boots.
He originally faced three counts of battery against a police officer and one count of resisting an executive officer, pleading not guilty to all charges.
Had he been convicted, the musician could have faced up to five years in prison.
However, the court took a more supportive stance during the recent hearing, with Judge Schneider noting that Hill “appears to be doing very well” and remarked that “when treated, he is much better off, and society is much better off.”
Hill’s defence lawyer, Christy O’Connor, informed the court that the star had already taken significant steps toward recovery by voluntarily checking himself into a treatment facility in Arizona for nearly two months of inpatient care.
This proactive approach seems to have weighed heavily in the judge’s decision to offer a diversion rather than a standard criminal trial.
The court is now scheduled to decide on the final dismissal of the charges in April 2028, as long as Hill continues to meet the requirements of the judicial order over the next 24 months.
Speaking outside the courtroom following the ruling, Hill expressed his relief and gratitude regarding the outcome.
He told Rolling Stone, “I’m thankful. Just very thankful,” while acknowledging the severity of the situation by adding that “it could have been much worse.”
By prioritising mental health support over incarceration, the ruling marks a significant turning point for the artist as he works to move past the incident and maintain his recent progress.
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Why TV’s biggest series are coming to an end in 2026?
Several popular TV shows are coming to an end in 2026 as networks and streaming platforms wrap up both long-running and newer series.
Among the major titles finishing this year are Outlander, ending after eight seasons and The Boys, concluding with its fifth season.
Netflix is also closing chapters on shows like The Witcher, Outer Banks and Queer Eye.
Long-running programs including The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Jersey Shore: Family Vacation are preparing to air their final episodes.
Other series ending this year include Tell Me Lies, The Upshaws, Yellowjackets, The Chi, The Neighborhood and The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon.
The cancellations cover a range of genres from drama to reality, showing the variety of programming affected.
Reasons for these endings are that some of shows have seen a drop in viewership, while others faced higher production costs.
In some cases, creators have chosen to conclude stories on their own terms to preserve the quality of the series.
Even though these series are ending, some stories will continue in spin-offs or new projects.
So while fans will miss the original shows, the worlds and characters they love might still come back in new ways.
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