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Children of Blood and Bone author says film adaptation left her ‘hyperventilating and sobbing’

Forthcoming fantasy-adventure film, premiering next year in theaters, stars Amandla Stenberg

The Independent UK

‘I was hyperventilating and sobbing’: Tomi Adeyemi says Children of Blood and Bone film ‘the worst thing I’ve ever lived through’

Author of books behind forthcoming film starring Viola Davis and Idris Elba appears to have had disagreement with cast member Amandla Stenberg

The Guardian - UK

Children of Blood and Bone Trailer Shows Insane Cast In Director's Magical Woman King Follow Up

Gina Prince-Bythewood brought an army of talent with her for this adaptation.

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Who Is Getting a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame 2027? Pedro Pascal, Keke Palmer Set for Honour, See Full List

Pedro Pascal, Keke Palmer, Idris Elba and Linkin Park are among the entertainment figures selected for the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027. See the full list.

International Business Times UK

Former James Bond Casting Director Insists Lead Role Should Be Played By A White Male

“Ian Fleming wrote a character, and that’s the character that stays.”

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Callum Turner or Jacob Elordi Shouldn't Be the Next James Bond, Says Former 007 Casting Director

Debbie McWilliams, former Bond casting director, believes the next James Bond should be 'completely out of the blue' as the search for 007 continues.

International Business Times UK

George Clooney shares his personal pick for ‘perfect’ James Bond: ‘He’s tall and handsome’

The British star is already tipped to take on 007

The Independent UK

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Will Callum Turner Be the Next James Bond? Actor Responds to 007 Rumors

Callum Turner has addressed persistent James Bond rumours, insisting he knows nothing about the casting process despite receiving public backing from George Clooney.

International Business Times UK

Callum Turner breaks silence on James Bond rumours

Many of the stars named in the odds have remained tight-lipped at the possibility of taking over the role

The Independent UK

Callum Turner admits he finds Bond rumours ‘amusing’

He is one of the rumoured frontrunners to play 007.

Evening Standard

Kemi Badenoch agrees with Idris Elba that Bond should not be ‘woke’

‘It is for the writers and the people who own the rights to make that decision,’ the Conservative leader said.

Evening Standard

West Ham owner David Sullivan accused of preying on women for sex

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, June 9: We look at how the Chinese papers are covering Xi Jinping's two-day visit to North Korea. The New York Times examines how Pyongyang has transformed its economy through repression and fortuity. In the UK, West Ham's billionaire former co-owner David Sullivan is accused of…

France 24

Idris Elba's wife Sabrina Elba details 'racist' confrontation with woman who 'hit her car'

Sir Idris Elba's wife Sabrina Elba has spoken out about a "racist" and "hostile" confrontation with a woman who backed into her car and then questioned where she was from.

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Shaken, not ‘woke’: Idris Elba says that James Bond should ‘just be Bond’

Idris Elba has stated that James Bond was “written how he was written for a reason” and suggested that some international audiences would not embrace “a Black male” playing 007.

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Evening Standard

Idris Elba's wife in 'racism' blast over woman who hit her car and asked: 'Where are you from?'

The Canadian model said the ‘hostile’ driver tried to drive off after hitting her car in the ‘upsetting’ encounter

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Sir Idris Elba wants to create a legacy

Sir Idris Elba has explained that he wants to create a lasting legacy.

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Idris Elba Says 007 Rumors Were ‘Never Legit,’ But I Don’t Know If I Agree With His Take On What’s Next For James Bond

Some folks still want him as the next Bond.

Evening Standard

Idris Elba says James Bond should not be made ‘woke’

The award-winning actor was rumoured to be stepping into 007’s shoes to play the beloved character however, Sir Idris said it was ‘never legit’.

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The Independent UK

Idris Elba reveals why James Bond rumours were never ‘realistic’

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Sir Idris Elba dismisses James Bond speculation: 007 shouldn't be 'woke'

Sir Idris Elba has insisted rumours about him playing James Bond were "never legit" and the character shouldn't be "woke".

The Independent UK

Idris Elba says he was never ‘realistic’ James Bond contender because of race

‘Bond was written how he was written for a reason,’ British actor says

The Guardian - UK

Idris Elba says audiences would never accept a black actor playing James Bond: ‘That’s not what they like in their culture’

The star of Luther played down rumours that he was lined up to take over 007, adding that he’s against making the character ‘woke’

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Masters of the Universe star needed 'six hours of prosthetics' for villainous role

Sam C Wilson has revealed the process he underwent to play Trap Jaw in Masters of the Universe.

Evening Standard

Stars remember ‘incredible’ and ‘inspiring’ Mobo Awards founder Kanya King

King died peacefully on June 3 aged 57, following a ‘courageous’ battle with colon cancer.

Euronews

Tributes paid to MOBO Awards founder and cultural pioneer Kanya King, dead at 57

MOBO Awards founder Kanya King championed Black musicians' contribution to British culture and funded the first Music Of Black Origin awards in 1996. Heartfelt tributes have been posted, remembering her as a "visionary" and "a pioneer" who "changed the face of culture and music.”

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