SPACE PRINCE
Completely bald and with skin the color of old milk, Butler leaves his “Elvis” transformation behind for a delicious performance proving his movie-star potential.
Kayleigh Donaldson is a critic and pop culture writer for Pajiba.com. Her work can also be found on IGN, Slashfilm, Uproxx, Little White Lies, Roger Ebert, and other publications. She lives in Dundee.
BAD IDEAS
The whole #TheRock2024 discourse is back after an interview the actor gave this week. But let’s be real: The reason we want him to run would end the moment he actually does.
NOT THIS AGAIN
When Chris Evans, 42, married Alba Baptista, 26, the internet’s most toxic corners lobbed unfounded accusations about their relationship. Here’s what those conversations get wrong.
LAUGH RIOT?
The internet has discovered the long-running hit ABC drama about an autistic physician, and social media’s got the viral clips and memes to show for it. But what’s the real joke?
HONOR AMONG CHRISES
Pine’s delightful performance in the new “D&D” movie settles the “Best Celebrity Chris” debate once and for all, showing off his dynamic range and exciting project choices.
CHASING THE GOLD
The actress’ surprise nod after a “grassroots” push among celebrity friends has rankled the industry. But it comes after a long history of bizarre, self-started campaigns.
SHOWBIZ LESSONS
Fans are so enamored by the swell of attention the veteran actors are receiving. But their respective journeys back to the spotlight carry harsh lessons about Hollywood—and us.
THE REVENGERS
Celebrity fandoms are rearing their ugly heads again. This time Captain America is the target, for keeping his romance private when they felt entitled to know. Seriously?
IT GETS BETTER?
The 18-year-old “Heartstopper” actor was bullied into coming out as bisexual by fans demanding to know his sexuality because of the character he played. It’s dangerous. Enough.
REWRITING HISTORY
It couldn’t be more delightful that the actor’s work in “The Whale” is earning him such rapturous praise. But we shouldn’t forget why he left the industry in the first place.