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Aaron Sorkin, the Oscar-winning writer behind The Social Network, is officially moving forward with a sequel at Sony. This time, he’ll both write and direct the film, which draws inspiration from The Wall Street Journal’s investigative series The Facebook Files. While it’s being billed as The Social Network Part II, the story will likely explore the more recent controversies surrounding Meta (formerly Facebook), rather than being a direct continuation of the 2010 film.

Editor’s Note: The original The Social Network was a cultural lightning rod—equal parts tech exposé and character drama—so a sequel (or spiritual follow-up) has been buzzed about for years. With Sorkin back and real-world scandals like data privacy breaches and whistleblower reports fueling the plot, this could be another sharp, timely take on how social media shapes our lives. Whether it’ll land as powerfully as the first one? That’s the billion-dollar question.

Paramount just snagged a new rom-com called The Romantic, written by Deborah Kaplan and Harry Elfont (the duo behind Can’t Hardly Wait), with wrestler-turned-actor Dave Bautista set to star. The story follows a bestselling romance author, Francine London, who’s hiding a big secret—details still under wraps. Production will be handled by Maximum Effort (Ryan Reynolds’ company) and Bautista’s own Dogbone Entertainment.

Editor’s Note: Rom-coms are making a comeback, and this one’s got some serious firepower behind it—both in front of and behind the camera. Bautista’s involvement is intriguing because he’s mostly known for action roles (Guardians of the Galaxy, Dune), so seeing him pivot to romance could be a fun twist. Plus, Kaplan and Elfont have a solid track record with witty, heartfelt scripts. If this lands well, it could signal more A-listers taking chances on lighter genres.

Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday is still a year away, but the celebrations are already starting with a splash—literally. Pantone just dropped a special color palette inspired by the Hollywood legend, kicking off a year-long tribute to her legacy. While her 99th birthday flew under the radar, this centennial is shaping up to be anything but quiet.

Editor’s Note: Monroe’s enduring influence is getting a vibrant, modern twist with this Pantone collab. It’s not just about nostalgia—it’s a reminder of how her persona still shapes fashion, art, and pop culture today. For fans and brands alike, this is a chance to celebrate (and monetize) an icon who never really left the spotlight.

Kevin Spacey is hinting at a major career comeback, telling an audience at an Italian film festival that he’s ready to move forward—but not with those who condemned him before his legal battles played out. He claims to forgive his harshest critics but draws a line at future collaborations.

Editor’s Note: Spacey’s comments are a mix of defiance and PR maneuvering—testing the waters for a return after years of scandal. Whether audiences or Hollywood are willing to welcome him back remains an open question, making this a high-stakes gamble for his career.

Prosecutors have dropped attempted arson and kidnapping charges against Diddy after his legal team successfully argued there wasn’t enough evidence to support them. This doesn’t necessarily mean the case is over—other charges could still stand—but it’s a significant win for the rapper’s defense.

Editor’s Note: For Diddy, this is a step in the right direction, but the broader legal battle might not be finished. It’s a reminder of how high-profile cases can shift as evidence gets scrutinized—charges getting dropped doesn’t always mean exoneration, but it does show where the prosecution’s case might be weak. Fans and critics alike will be watching to see what happens next.