Michael Jackson fans may want to start preparing for another trip to the big screen.

Following the colossal success of ‘Michael,’ Lionsgate has officially confirmed that work is underway on a sequel to the blockbuster biopic. And according to the studio, the next chapter could dive even deeper into the King of Pop’s story while spotlighting some of his most beloved music that did not make the first film.

The announcement arrives as the movie continues its reign as one of 2026’s biggest box office smashes, having already crossed the $700 million mark worldwide.

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Speaking during Lionsgate’s quarterly earnings call, film chief Adam Fogelson teased major plans for the follow-up.

He enthusiastically shared:

“We are really excited about the progress we’re making with respect to a second ‘Michael’ film. All the conversations that we’ve been having with all of the appropriate parties continue to go exceptionally well.”

The first film wrapped during the icon’s legendary ‘Bad’ era, leaving massive portions of his career untouched, including albums such as ‘Dangerous,’ ‘HIStory,’ and beyond.

“I would say that there is a ton of incredibly entertaining Michael Jackson story, and much of the biggest and most popular parts of his music catalog that were not touched upon in the first film.

There are so many other events that happened, even in the time frame of the original movie that weren’t touched upon, so we’re very, very confident that we’ve got an incredibly entertaining movie that will appeal once again to a global audience as the pieces come together.”

Interestingly, Lionsgate says the sequel may not follow a straightforward timeline.

“We can go forwards and backwards in telling this story.”

The sequel also reportedly has a head start, with previously shot footage potentially being repurposed.

“We think we’ve got 25 to 30% of a second movie already shot from the prior production activity.

We’re going to make sure we make a big and satisfying movie for a global audience once again.”

We’re all sorts of ready for ‘Michael 2.’ Are you?

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The peach drama is boiling over, and K. Michelle is letting it all spill.

The newest ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star opened up about her fractured relationship with fellow castmate Porsha Williams and made it crystal clear that trust is the real issue.

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K. Michelle speaks on her relationship with Porsha. #RHOA

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During a fiery sit-down on HOT 97, K. Michelle addressed the ongoing tension between her and Williams and when asked where they now stood, she told host Nessa:

“F**k her”

The singer went on to say:

“She’s a fun girl, like all of that, and, you know, we’re dealing with a woman who for years have been got called lying on people.”

According to K, cracks formed almost immediately after filming began, with the singer claiming she clocked “calculated” behaviour from Williams early on.

She also alleges Williams was dealing with her ex behind the scenes and called out her “girl’s girl” image, saying:

“Your actions are not that of a girl’s girl. They’ve never been,” she said before adding, “You around here talking to my ex and he telling me.”

The tension escalated further following the RHOA vet’s sit-down with Carlos King, which K accused Williams of being “tricky,” declaring:

“You’re a little tricky one. You like to lead the narrative. You’re a little manipulative. You ain’t gonna manipulate me.”

Still, K insisted the situation isn’t beyond repair, admitting:

“I don’t hate her, I’ve had way worse done to me.”

The drama comes as friction between the pair continues exploding both on-screen and across social media amid the latest season of ‘RHOA.’

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Spotify may have just changed the concert game for good.

The streaming giant has announced ‘Reserved,’ a brand new feature designed to reward an artist’s biggest fans with early access to concert tickets before the general public.

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Launching this summer in the U.S., the initiative will initially roll out in partnership with Live Nation and give eligible Premium subscribers access to exclusive ticket inventory for select tours.

Unlike standard presales, Reserved tickets will reportedly come from a dedicated allocation set aside specifically for superfans. Speaking to Music Business Worldwide, Spotify head Charlie Hellman says it won’t simply be based on stream count either:

“It’s not as simple as total stream volume, we’ve been around long enough that we can see your tenure as a fan and how much you stuck with an artist.”

The move also arrives as demand for concert tickets continues to spiral with scalpers, resale prices, and chaotic on-sales, frustrating music lovers worldwide.

Now, Spotify is betting that real fans should finally come with real rewards.

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The Breakfast Club is getting the live show treatment. For, Netflix has announced that the long-running radio show will begin broadcasting live daily on the platform this Summer.

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Charlamagne Tha God, DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, and Loren LoRosa will soon be gracing TV screens every morning with a live simulcast of the hit show on Netflix.

The experience is set to differ from the traditional radio broadcast, too. During commercial breaks, Netflix viewers will instead be treated to exclusive bonus content, behind-the-scenes moments, and extended conversations that do not make it to air.

‘The Brilliant Idiots’ podcaster opened up about the move, saying:

“The media landscape will always evolve, but one thing consistently cuts through: live programming. That’s a big reason The Breakfast Club has sustained its reign for so long. We’re building something powerful, real-time conversation, real community, on a global scale.”

The announcement comes after The Breakfast Club made its Netflix debut back in January, when full episodes began landing on the platform after each daily broadcast.

The Breakfast Club will begin streaming live daily starting June 1 at 6 AM EST.

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Pop darling Dua Lipa is giving fans one more reason to stay deep in their ‘Radical Optimism’ era.

The chart-topper has officially unleashed ‘Live From Mexico,’ a brand concert film capturing the explosive final stop of her global trek at Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros.

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Recorded across three sold-out nights, the set sees Lipa run through hits including ‘Houdini,’ ‘Levitating,’ and ‘Don’t Start Now,’ while also spotlighting the electric energy that made the tour one of her biggest yet.

The release also serves as a victory lap for the massive ‘Radical Optimism’ run, which spanned 90+ shows across five continents and sold over 1.7 million tickets worldwide.

And it doesn’t stop there. The mega pop performer is releasing the accompanying live LP, arriving on streaming platforms May 22.

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Tiffany Haddish just scored a small win in court, as her DUI case drags on.

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A Fayette County Court judge ruled on Wednesday. The state cannot use one field sobriety test or Haddish’s statements to police at trial.

The officer administered the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test incorrectly. Haddish told the officer she has a lazy eye. He did not ask follow-up questions. He also did not consider how a lazy eye might affect the results. The judge found the test unreliable.

The judge also ruled that officers failed to read Haddish her Miranda rights. An officer mentioned smelling weed and said they needed “to address something.” The court determined that a reasonable person would offer an explanation at that point. That made the warning necessary.

Prosecutors can still present evidence from two other field sobriety tests. So Haddish’s victory remains incomplete.

Haddish’s attorneys, Marissa Goldberg and Drew Findling, want a judge to throw out the four-year-old misdemeanor case entirely. They argue the legal limbo violates her right to a speedy trial. They also say the delay has negatively impacted her career.

No one was injured or killed in the incident. Her lawyers say it is time to put this case to rest.

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Keke Palmer is taking her talents to one of the biggest stages in the world, the TED Talk stage.

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The multi-hyphenate star, who has been a force in the industry for over 20 years, announced via Instagram that her highly anticipated TED Talk will go live today (May 21).

With a background spanning music, media, television, film, and entrepreneurship, it’s safe to say Keke is more than qualified for this moment.

The timing couldn’t be more perfect either, as the conversation aligns seamlessly with the rollout of her new movie ‘I Love Boosters‘, a project centered around the theme of hustling, reinventing yourself, and always finding the next move.

Keke shared her excitement : 

“It felt like a moment of reclamation for me, so thankful for the opportunity.”

This is Keke Palmer doing what she does best, showing up, showing out, and reminding the world exactly why she has remained relevant for two decades and counting. 

You can catch the full conversation at go.ted.com/kekepalmer.

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Quinta Brunson is putting a fresh spin on a cultural icon.

The Emmy-winning creator of ‘Abbott Elementary’ has signed on to develop and star in a new feature film centered on ‘Betty Boop’ – marking the character’s first leading theatrical role in nearly a century.

Rather than a traditional remake, the project will reportedly explore the complicated relationship between Betty and her creator/animator Max Fleischer as fame, creativity, and commercial success begin to blur the lines between artist and creation.

In a statement to Variety, Brunson teased:

“Betty Boop is one of our nation’s most beloved cartoon characters, yet somehow still remains pleasantly niche, she has had a quiet but undeniable impact on culture for nearly a century. After Erin and I met with Mark and learned more about his grandfather’s creation of Betty, I realized there was a much deeper story to tell. One that could be explored in a way that feels refreshing, subversive, and timeless, much like Betty herself.”

With Brunson at the helm, the project – which will come as Boop’s first theatrical motion picture appearance in a starring role since the 1930s – already has all the markings of a clever, culture-shifting reimagining.

At writing, no tentative release date is attached to the film.

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Chloe Bailey may be hard-at-work on her yet-titled third studio album as well as a reunion Chloe x Halle project with younger sister Halle Bailey, but the R&B diva is proving she’s never too busy to expand her acting resume.

The latest addition to that critically acclaimed roster of film and TV roles comes courtesy of Peacock’s forthcoming thriller ‘Strung.’

“A talented violinist [Bailey] whose new job tutoring for an elite family turns into a battle for safety and sanity when she realizes her past links to the family’s patriarch – and it’s a fight for her sanity and survival,” reads the horror movie’s official logline.

Also starring fellow R&B diva Coco Jones as well as legendary TV-film star Lynn Whitfield, ‘Strung’ is backed by a megawatt combination of producers including Tyler Perry, Tim Palen, Jason Blum, and more.

Ahead of the Malcolm D. Lee-directed movie’s premiere on June 26, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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Aussie Queen of Pop Kylie Minogue has long teased intention of joining forces with the genre’s overall female monarch Madonna on several occasions over her legendary career.

And though music lovers thought they were one step closer to getting that long-awaited recorded duet after Minogue surprised attendees of Madge’s ‘Celebration Tour‘ for a live performance of ‘Can’t Get You Out of My Head‘ in 2024, the 57-year-old broke a few hundred thousand hearts this week when she suggested fans will have to continue to wait.

Last week, Madge sent her fans into a frenzy with the reveal of the official tracklist for her July 3-due ‘Confessions II‘ album.

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‘Confessions II’ Tracklist

1. “I Feel So Free”

2. “Good for the Soul”

3. “One Step Away”

4. “Bring Your Love”

5. “Danceteria”

6. “Read My Lips”

7. “Every Thing”

8. “Love Without Words”

9. “Bizarre”

10. “School”

11. “Fragile”

12. “My Sins Are My Savior”

Noticeably missing the featured acts, the rumor mill started spinning with murmurs about who (beyond Sabrina Carpenter) would be included on the list of guest stars.

And while names like Shakira and even Britney Spears were spouted, none was mentioned more frequently than Kylie’s.

Hot on the promo trail for her self-titled Netflix documentary, Minogue dropped by the ‘LA Times‘ to dish on the project, her humble beginnings and rise to the heights of fame, and – of course – those whispers music lovers will finally get that Madonna duet.

“That’s a random thing. There was a rumor I was on her [forthcoming ‘Confessions II’] album, but I’m not — I’m excited to hear it, all,” she said in response.

Welp, that’s that on that. Visit Netflix to watch ‘KYLIE.’

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