It's peak Taylormania at L.A. movie theaters for 'The Life of a Showgirl' release party

Timothée Chalamet and Adam Sandler engaged in a discussion about their careers at Fairfax High School in Los Angeles on November 15. During the event, Chalamet lauded Sandler, calling him 'one of the best fucking actors of all time.' This conversation highlighted the mutual respect and admiration between the two actors, showcasing their insights into the craft of acting.

Marianne Jean-Baptiste, who moved to Los Angeles 22 years ago, has returned to the UK to star in Arthur Miller's 'All My Sons' alongside Bryan Cranston. She is currently in the midst of a challenging three-week rehearsal period, having arrived from LA just ten days prior. Despite feeling exhausted and jet-lagged, she expresses a strong desire to work with director Mike Leigh again, humorously stating she would even pay him to do so.

Michael Jackson's music is experiencing a resurgence, with his classic 'Thriller' reaching the Billboard Hot 100 and achieving a record for having a Top 10 hit across six decades. Additionally, the trailer for his upcoming biopic, titled 'Michael', garnered 116 million views within 24 hours, indicating strong interest among fans. The biopic is set to be released in April 2024. However, there is some skepticism regarding the relevance of pop biopics following the underperformance of recent films about other artists, such as Bruce Springsteen. Despite this, millions of fans remain excited about the prospect of a Jackson biopic.

Ryan Coogler has confirmed that 'Black Panther 3' will be his next movie. This announcement was made during the Sinners panel at Deadline's Contenders Film event in Los Angeles, where Coogler discussed his recent work on 'Sinners' and expressed his excitement to return to the world of Wakanda.

The Trump administration has recently used snippets from Taylor Swift's album, The Life of a Showgirl, in three social media posts to promote its agenda. Swift, who previously expressed a desire to be on the 'right side of history,' has not publicly commented on this usage. The posts include a patriotic slideshow featuring images of President Trump and other officials, set to her song The Fate of Ophelia, and other content referencing her music. This silence raises questions about her stance on political endorsements.

Tyler, the Creator's Camp Flog Gnaw music festival has been postponed by one week due to rain in Los Angeles. The decision was made to ensure the safety and comfort of attendees.

Shakira made a memorable appearance with her sons, Milan and Sasha, at the premiere of 'Zootopia 2' in Los Angeles on November 13. The singer, known for her hit 'Hips Don't Lie,' shared a sweet moment with her boys on the red carpet, highlighting the importance of family in her life. This rare public outing showcases Shakira's commitment to creating lasting memories with her children, balancing her career and family life.

Carla Harvey, a grief therapist and embalmer, discusses how her day job influences her music and songwriting with her new band, Violent Hour. She bridges the worlds of death and music in Los Angeles, channeling her experiences into her creative work.