George Lopez’s New Look, Drake’s Controversial Album, Reese Witherspoon’s Elle Woods Prequel

Drake’s latest album, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, which features PartyNextDoor, has sparked both excitement and criticism. Drake’s album includes a single called Gimme a Hug, which indirectly addresses his ongoing rap rivalry with Kendrick Lamar. This follows Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show performance, during which he sang Not Like Us, a diss tune accusing Drake of being a pedophile, in front of 127 million viewers. Drake addresses the turmoil in the song with words like “Drake elimination, fake intimidation,” which many read as a response to Kanye West’s comments about wanting Drake removed from the music industry’s top tier.

Drake also raps about his perseverance, comparing himself to Neo from The Matrix, dodging bullets in slow motion as a metaphor for surviving the constant attacks directed at him. The rapper discusses his sustained survival and success, despite criticism from contemporaries such as Lamar. “Small fish, making kids feel emotion/Using you for promotion,” he spits, hinting that Lamar and others utilize his name for personal benefit.

Later in the song, Drake laments on how some appear to be waiting for his demise, wondering what would happen if he died: “If I die, it’s these n***as that become the sole beneficiary.” He even mocks Lamar’s more academic rap style, suggesting a new “king of hip-hop” with chicks onstage “twerkin’ with a dictionary.” Despite the lingering hostility, the song suggests Drake’s readiness to move on from his dispute with Lamar, with the line, “Fuck a rap beef, I’m tryna get the party lit.”

But the drama doesn’t stop there. While Drake may want to leave the beef behind, the saga continues. In a legal battle initiated in November, Drake sued Universal Music Group for defamation due to the accusations in Not Like Us. Though Lamar wasn’t named in the lawsuit, he still mocked Drake at the Super Bowl, quipping about the legal drama before performing the diss track.

As Drake advances forward, a fresh scandal has erupted. Freddie Gibbs, the rapper behind $oul $old $eparately, has accused Drake and PartyNextDoor of imitating his album artwork. Both albums have a similar abbreviation, “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” and “$oul $old $eparately,” and the artwork includes bunnies. Gibbs rushed to social media, criticizing the OVO duo for their similarities. Some fans have disregarded the charges, joking that the OVO musicians may have purposely plagiarized Gibbs, while others believe the similarities are entirely coincidental.

Additionally, Canadian rapper John River has also accused PartyNextDoor of stealing his creative ideas. River claims that PartyNextDoor took inspiration from his 2021 music video for Hope City II, specifically the use of the Marilyn Monroe Towers, which River says PartyNextDoor admired and referenced in their collaboration. River alleges that PND even suggested he could be “blackballed” from the industry unless he paid homage to PartyNextDoor’s use of his concept.

Drake’s status in the music industry is as controversial and prominent as ever, despite court fights, rap beefs, and claims of stolen originality. The release of $ome $exy $ongs 4 U has revived tensions in the hip-hop world, demonstrating that, despite Drake’s desire to move on, the turmoil around him has not ended.

Fans of Legally Blonde will be thrilled with this news! After months of suspense, Reese Witherspoon has revealed that Lexi Minetree will play a younger Elle Woods in the upcoming prequel series. On February 13, Witherspoon revealed the joyful news on Instagram, detailing the exact moment she told Minetree, who was emotional and overjoyed.

In the video, Witherspoon applauded Minetree’s audition and mentioned how difficult it had been to make a final decision. “Your audition clip was exceptional, and we are pleased to inform you that you have been selected for the role. “You are Elle Woods!” Minetree’s delight was palpable as she celebrated with a fist pump, evoking the iconic Elle Woods moment from the first Legally Blonde film.

Witherspoon expressed how surreal it was to pass on the iconic role after playing Elle Woods in both the 2001 and 2003 films. “It’s kind of a trip,” Witherspoon said, reflecting on how it felt to watch a new generation of young actresses filled with enthusiasm and excitement for the role. As executive producer of the series, Witherspoon will continue to be closely involved with the project, while Minetree will bring her version of Elle to life.

The prequel series will focus on Elle’s high school years, long before she attended Harvard Law. Fans will witness how the youthful Elle uses her distinct charm, self-assurance, and inventiveness to negotiate the highs and lows of puberty. Elle’s captivating personality and strong moral convictions will be highlighted as she goes through her first love and loss, even though she may not yet be proficient in legal language.

Witherspoon expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating that the idea to explore Elle’s adolescent years arose when she saw Wednesday Addams and imagined a high school version of the popular character. She was eager to discover more about Elle’s life before law school, so she collaborated with great writers to create the prequel.

Minetree, who will take on Elle’s role, thanked Witherspoon for her guidance and support. Minetree commended Witherspoon for passing up the part in an Instagram post and promised to do Elle justice. “I already love her so much, and I promise she’s in good hands,” she added.

The new series will premiere on Prime Video, with filming beginning in March. As Witherspoon reflected on Legally Blonde’s impact on her career, she discussed how the film impacted her life and celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2021. From classic lines to the unforgettable bend and snap, Elle Woods has created a lasting legacy, and a new chapter in her narrative is about to begin. Fans can’t wait to see what happens next for the legendary character and the actress who has lovingly passed the torch.

Mikey Madison, the 25-year-old actress nominated for Best Actress at the 2025 Oscars, has had a hectic year since the release of her critically praised film, Anora. Madison, who appears in PEOPLE’s 2025 Oscar Portfolio, admits that bids for the film have been flooding in since its premiere. “There are some things that I am very excited about, and I am crossing my fingers,” she said, expressing her enthusiasm for what lies ahead in her career.

The Los Angeles native and first-time Oscar nominee says her ultimate goal is to continue pursuing a career in movies. “I’m really hopeful that this year I’ll get to keep doing that,” she tells me. Madison’s portrayal in Anora, which follows a boisterous stripper and sex worker from New York who marries the irresponsible son of a Russian oligarch, has already put her on the map. Prior to this role, she was best recognized for her work on FX’s Better Things and 2022’s Scream.

“The film really changed the way that I want to make movies, and really changed how I want to feel when I’m working on something,” Madison said, reflecting on the impact of Anora. She also highlighted her desire to pursue the “very specific feeling” of joy that comes with working on a project that resonates with her. Madison is looking at a Western project as her next move, saying with a laugh, “I want to do a Western or something.

While she looks forward to future roles, Madison is also savoring her time during awards season. “I’ve gotten a lot of advice,” she says. “I think just to try to stay present, not take yourself too seriously, is advice I think I consistently keep getting.” Living in the moment has proven challenging for Madison, who admits that she often finds herself thinking too far into the future or reflecting on the past. “It’s really important though,” she says. “I am constantly reminding myself to stay present.”

Her role in Anora has already proven to be a life-changing experience, and Madison credits it for helping her evolve as both an artist and an individual. “It really evolved the way that I work as an artist and how I want to approach future projects,” she says. “I think I learned a lot about myself, personally, making this film.”

A standout part of Madison’s Oscars journey has been the opportunity to connect with her fellow nominees, including Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Demi Moore, and Fernanda Torres. “That’s been one of the best parts of all of this,” she shares, “being able to get to know everyone and witness their talent and kindness in person.”

With her breakthrough performance in 2022’s Scream, Madison’s path to the Oscars was anything but straightforward. Madison’s performance so impressed Anora director Sean Baker that he thought she was the ideal choice for the movie right away. Baker remembers, “She demonstrated the attitude I required.” “That scene where she is brandishing the knife and making fun of [Neve Campbell’s character Sydney] is one that I can’t get out of my head.”

Despite her tough-girl roles in Scream and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Baker was struck by how different Madison was in person. “She is reserved. She is actually quite soft-spoken, and she’s a listener, not a talker,” he notes. Madison’s enthusiasm for Anora was also evident, as she expressed interest in learning an accent and taking pole dancing lessons for the role. “She was already in,” says Baker, reflecting on Madison’s dedication.

After winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes and spearheading the Oscars’ Best Picture campaign, Anora has emerged as a serious candidate for other accolades. Madison’s star is undoubtedly rising as evidenced by her guild victories and increasing momentum. Although the movie’s success represents Baker’s greatest financial setback, Madison sees it as the start of what should be a lengthy and thrilling career in Hollywood.

The Neighborhood’s Season 7 finale, which also doubles as a backdoor pilot for a possible spinoff series, has recruited a talented cast, including Justin Long, Kara Royster, Hunter King, and Angelique Cabral, to appear as guest stars. Should CBS decide to move forward with the spinoff for the 2025–2026 season, these guest stars, along with Marcel Spears and Sheaun McKinney from the original series, have the opportunity to become series regulars.

The spinoff adopts a role-reversal approach to the original Neighborhood, focusing on Marty (Spears) and Malcolm (McKinney) Butler as they leave their parents’ home to start over in a new neighborhood. What’s the twist? This time, they’re immigrants in Venice Beach, a bustling neighborhood that’s near by but vastly different from Pasadena, where the previous series is set.

Here’s a closer look at the characters:

Bruce, played by Justin Long, is a tech millionaire with an overinflated sense of self-confidence and social ineptitude. Despite his impetuous and boundary-pushing conduct, Bruce has a real, charming side that eventually wins both Marty and Malcolm.
Kara Royster plays Matisse, Malcolm’s new roommate and aspiring influencer. Matisse appears to be spoilt, yet she is actually brilliant, quick, and analytical. Her metamorphosis once her father stops catering to her desires represents her maturation into a self-sufficient young woman seeking to make her own imprint.
Hunter King portrays Bellamy, a darkly sardonic guy who creates content for a trendy cannabis boutique in southern California. Though she appears cynical and detached, Bellamy is also humorous, fun-loving, and devoted, with secret ambitions to accomplish more.

Angelique Cabral takes on the role of Lisa, a high-energy, fast-talking book agent who is passionate about Malcolm’s writing. Lisa hopes to take him to the literary top but has an unpredictable and eclectic personality that keeps things lively.

The spinoff represents a new phase for The Neighborhood, which debuted in 2018. The original series follows the Johnsons, a white Midwestern family, as they relocate to Pasadena’s mostly Black neighborhood, where the Butlers are their neighbors. The new series will look at a similar relationship, but through the eyes of Marty and Malcolm as they navigate the obstacles and opportunities of living in a completely different section of California.

The spinoff comes from the same production team behind The Neighborhood—Cedric the Entertainer’s A Bird and a Bear Entertainment, Aaron Kaplan’s Kapital Entertainment, and Wendi Trilling’s TrillTV—with showrunners Bill Martin and Mike Schiff executive producing, alongside Cedric the Entertainer, Kaplan, Trilling, and Eric C. Rhone.

This production reunites Hunter King with CBS and Kapital, where she previously appeared in Life in Pieces. She is well recognized for her role as Summer Newman on The Young and the Restless from 2012 to 2016, and again from 2018 to 2022. Meanwhile, Justin Long, who recently appeared in the Goosebumps anthology series, and Angelique Cabral, who voiced Queen Amaya in Disney’s Wish, complete the fascinating cast. Kara Royster, who has had recurring appearances on Pretty Little Liars and Dynasty, also joins the cast.

With The Neighborhood spinoff set to be a pivotal part of CBS’s 2025-26 season, fans of the original show are in for a new and exciting adventure as the characters venture into the heart of Venice Beach. If the spinoff gets picked up, expect these talented guest stars to become familiar faces as the new series unfolds.

Yellowjackets supporters, prepare! The hit survival drama returns for its highly anticipated third season, delving deeper into the painful and intriguing lives of the high school soccer players left in the wilderness. Season 3’s first two episodes will be accessible to Paramount+ members with the Showtime plan on February 14, followed by an on-air launch on Showtime on February 16 at 8 p.m. ET. This prepares for a double dose of the dual-timeline drama that has attracted viewers.

Creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson have always intended for the series to run for five seasons, so while Season 3 may not answer every question about the girls’ survival in the wilderness, it does promise to reveal more about the psychological unraveling of the teens and their adult counterparts 25 years later. Several long-running mysteries are expected to receive more attention this season.

One major question from Season 2 is whether teen Nat (Sophie Thatcher) is the Antler Queen, as Lottie (Courtney Eaton) suggested after the group’s near-death experience. While Lottie believes the wilderness chose Nat to lead, there are still doubts about whether the leadership role can remain fixed—after all, Lottie was the first to take charge.

Meanwhile, Coach Ben (Steven Krueger) is nowhere to be found in the present-day timeline after attempting to escape the group’s cannibalistic ways and burning down the cabin in the Season 2 finale. Fans are left wondering whether Ben will face the wrath of the girls, especially since they were already in a precarious position after winter set in. The cabin’s destruction only escalates their survival challenge.

As the season begins, the group seems to have survived into spring, and they credit Nat’s leadership and the “sacrifices” made during their time in the wilderness for bringing the “miracle” of warmer weather. Yet, the looming threat of winter returning remains, and how they’ll survive the next round of extreme cold, supernatural tension, or possibly delusional violence is anyone’s guess.

In an interview with THR, Lyle suggested that, while the season is not precisely “lighter,” it does have a more “fun” tone as it begins in the spring. The joyous environment stands in stark contrast to the underlying darkness of the group’s acts. However, Lyle made it clear that the Yellowjackets tale will not be stretched out endlessly. She said: We’re telling what happened to these people, and I think that that is a finite story.

As for the younger cast members, Sophie Nélisse, who plays Shauna, shares that her character starts the season dealing with immense grief from the loss of her best friend, Jackie, and her baby. Shauna’s anger is a result of carrying this overwhelming burden, and it will likely spill over onto the group. Nélisse also revealed that filming without the physical constraints of playing an expectant mother was a relief, as she was able to move more freely in Season 3.

Jasmin Savoy Brown, who portrays Taissa, also had an easier time on set this season, saying that she felt physically and emotionally better, thanks to managing her health and well-being. Despite the change in seasons, Brown hinted that Taissa’s power struggle within the group would continue to be a significant source of tension.

While watchers await further findings, Lyle and Nickerson have revealed that the Yellowjackets soccer team spent 19 months in the jungle before being rescued. And, while we don’t know what will happen next, the creators remain committed to bringing the series to a satisfying and well planned conclusion—one that will resolve the mysteries, character arcs, and survival themes that have made Yellowjackets so captivating.

New episodes of Yellowjackets will be released weekly, so buckle up for more twists, dark turns, and deep dives into the mystery of the wilderness and its haunting grip on these characters. review