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Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Phineas and Ferb season 5 revival surprises fans with Jonathan Banks cameo and star-studded guest lineup
Phineas and Ferb is making a comeback next week with season 5, arriving on Disney Channel and Disney+ after a decade-long hiatus. The revival will continue to follow the adventurous Flynn-Fletcher family, along with their pet platypus's battles against evil. Known for its vibrant main cast, the show has also featured numerous high-profile guest stars over the years, including Ben Stiller, J.K. Simmons, and Seth MacFarlane. One of the standout moments in the new season is the cameo of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul actor Jonathan Banks. He voices the driving instructor overseeing Candace's driving test. In an interview with Screen Rant, creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh shared their excitement about Banks' role and other guest stars. Povenmire recalled a humorous anecdote from Banks about a scene in Beverly Hills Cop, while Marsh expressed admiration for Banks' extensive career and the joy guest stars experience by participating in an animated show that's family-friendly. The inclusion of such notable voices enhances the show's charm. Past guest roles have often played on the personas of the actors, like Seth MacFarlane's character Jeff McGarland. Side characters, known for their quirky humor, are a major strength of the series. With Povenmire and Marsh teasing even more surprising guest stars, fans can look forward to memorable new episodes. Overall, the new season promises to be full of fun and unexpected moments. The creators' enthusiasm and the involvement of acclaimed actors like Banks suggest this Phineas and Ferb revival could introduce some exciting twists, continuing to entertain old fans and new viewers alike.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
New indictment adds stalking count against Chicago rapper Lil Durk, drops allegation linking lyrics to slaying
A federal grand jury in California has returned a new indictment against Chicago rapper Lil Durk that removes allegations that his lyrics referenced the August 2022 murder of a rival in Los Angeles but adds a new stalking count. The second superseding indictment comes as lawyers for Lil Durk, whose real name is Durk Davontay Banks, are attempting again to win his release on bond pending trial based on part on what they say were demonstrably false accusations about his lyrics, which were released months before the slaying of rapper Quando Rondo at the heart of the case. The new indictment was returned Thursday, according to a prosecution filing in the case, but had yet to be posted on the online docket as of Friday afternoon. In addition to removing the language about the rap lyrics, prosecutors said in the filing, the latest indictment charges Durk and his four co-defendants with stalking resulting in death — which can carry up to life in prison under certain circumstances. Banks, who remains in custody at the federal lockup in Los Angeles, is expected to be arraigned on the new indictment on Thursday, when his attorneys are also planning to argue again for his pretrial release. 'Defendant Banks has presented a false narrative that he is being prosecuted and detained because of his violent lyrics,' prosecutors wrote in a filing Friday explaining the latest indictment and why he should be considered a danger to the community and flight risk. 'This claim is, and has always been, baseless…He should remain detained pending trial.' Banks' lawyer, Jonathan Brayman, told the Tribune in a statement Friday the government's decision to remove the reference to his client's lyrics from the indictment 'represents a significant vindication of our position on this critical issue.' 'Our team is currently reviewing the new indictment and will respond accordingly in the ongoing fight to secure Mr. Banks' release and ultimate exoneration,' Brayman said. Banks, 32, was charged in October with paying five associates of his South Side rap consortium, Only the Family, to kill Quando Rondo — born Tyquian Terrel Bowman — in retaliation for the November 2020 shooting death of King Von, another Chicago drill rap artist and Banks' close friend. Prosecutors allege Banks also offered 'lucrative music opportunities' to those who were accused of taking part in the shooting. He pleaded not guilty in November. Bowman, his sister and his cousin, Saviay'a Robinson, 24, were riding in Bowman's black Cadillac Escalade near a gas station in West Hollywood in August 2022 when gunmen opened fire, according to the federal charges. Bowman and his sister were not injured, but Robinson was struck multiple times and killed. Banks was arrested near a Florida airport in late October hours after the indictment against his co-defendants was unsealed. Prosecutors allege Banks had purchased seats on three different international flights shortly before his arrest. In advance of Banks' first detention hearing in December, prosecutors unsealed court records linking the embattled rapper to another alleged murder-for-hire plot involving the Jan. 27, 2022, killing of Stephon Mack, 24, who was shot to death shortly after he exited the Youth Peace Center of Roseland on West 111th Street. At the time of his death, according to an FBI search warrant affidavit, Mack was the leader of the Smashville faction of the Gangster Disciples. Banks' brother, Dontay Banks, was shot to death outside a nightclub in south suburban Harvey in 2021. According to the warrant application, another Gangster Disciples faction with ties to Smashville carried out the murder. 'Lil Durk was and still is offering money for people to kill those responsible for his brother's murder, and more specifically, offering to pay money for any Gangster Disciple that is killed,' a federal agent wrote in April 2023. Banks has not been charged in connection with Mack's death. jmeisner@
Chicago Tribune
02-05-2025
- Chicago Tribune
New indictment adds stalking count against Chicago rapper Lil Durk, drops allegation linking lyrics to slaying
A federal grand jury in California has returned a new indictment against Chicago rapper Lil Durk that removes allegations that his lyrics referenced the August 2022 murder of a rival in Los Angeles but adds a new stalking count. The second superseding indictment comes as lawyers for Lil Durk, whose real name is Durk Davontay Banks, are attempting again to win his release on bond pending trial based on part on what they say were demonstrably false accusations about his lyrics, which were released months before the slaying of rapper Quando Rondo at the heart of the case. The new indictment was returned Thursday, according to a prosecution filing in the case, but had yet to be posted on the online docket as of Friday afternoon. In addition to removing the language about the rap lyrics, prosecutors said in the filing, the latest indictment charges Durk and his four co-defendants with stalking resulting in death — which can carry up to life in prison under certain circumstances. Banks, who remains in custody at the federal lockup in Los Angeles, is expected to be arraigned on the new indictment on Thursday, when his attorneys are also planning to argue again for his pretrial release. 'Defendant Banks has presented a false narrative that he is being prosecuted and detained because of his violent lyrics,' prosecutors wrote in a filing Friday explaining the latest indictment and why he should be considered a danger to the community and flight risk. 'This claim is, and has always been, baseless…He should remain detained pending trial.' Banks' lawyer, Jonathan Brayman, told the Tribune in a statement Friday the government's decision to remove the reference to his client's lyrics from the indictment 'represents a significant vindication of our position on this critical issue.' 'Our team is currently reviewing the new indictment and will respond accordingly in the ongoing fight to secure Mr. Banks' release and ultimate exoneration,' Brayman said. Banks, 32, was charged in October with paying five associates of his South Side rap consortium, Only the Family, to kill Quando Rondo — born Tyquian Terrel Bowman — in retaliation for the November 2020 shooting death of King Von, another Chicago drill rap artist and Banks' close friend. Prosecutors allege Banks also offered 'lucrative music opportunities' to those who were accused of taking part in the shooting. He pleaded not guilty in November. Bowman, his sister and his cousin, Saviay'a Robinson, 24, were riding in Bowman's black Cadillac Escalade near a gas station in West Hollywood in August 2022 when gunmen opened fire, according to the federal charges. Bowman and his sister were not injured, but Robinson was struck multiple times and killed. Banks was arrested near a Florida airport in late October hours after the indictment against his co-defendants was unsealed. Prosecutors allege Banks had purchased seats on three different international flights shortly before his arrest. In advance of Banks' first detention hearing in December, prosecutors unsealed court records linking the embattled rapper to another alleged murder-for-hire plot involving the Jan. 27, 2022, killing of Stephon Mack, 24, who was shot to death shortly after he exited the Youth Peace Center of Roseland on West 111th Street. At the time of his death, according to an FBI search warrant affidavit, Mack was the leader of the Smashville faction of the Gangster Disciples. Banks' brother, Dontay Banks, was shot to death outside a nightclub in south suburban Harvey in 2021. According to the warrant application, another Gangster Disciples faction with ties to Smashville carried out the murder. 'Lil Durk was and still is offering money for people to kill those responsible for his brother's murder, and more specifically, offering to pay money for any Gangster Disciple that is killed,' a federal agent wrote in April 2023. Banks has not been charged in connection with Mack's death.
Fox News
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Kelvin Banks Jr's baby spits up after Saints select offensive lineman in NFL Draft
The New Orleans Saints decided to pass on selecting a quarterback in the first round of the NFL Draft and decided to take offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. out of Texas. Broadcasts from the NFL Network and ESPN showed an emotional Banks as he hugged his family members around him and put on a Saints hat. Banks' dream of being an NFL player was finally realized, and the real work now began to protect whoever will start at quarterback in 2025. NFL fans who tuned in to watch the draft saw Banks involved in a viral moment that really had nothing to do with him. Banks' son was sitting on his mother's lap and went on a ride as everyone cheered for his father. The baby was seen spitting up all over himself afterward. Banks and his partner, Demetria, announced they were about to welcome a child in November. Now, Banks will get a jumpstart on his career in New Orleans. The Saints could really use another strong player on the offensive line as the team has struggled on offense over the last couple of seasons. Staying healthy has been a main issue for some of the team's key players. New Orleans started the 2024 season with blowout wins over the Carolina Panthers and Dallas Cowboys but then suffered seven straight losses. It ended with Dennis Allen's dismissal. Banks will join a team with Kellen Moore as the head coach. Moore is fresh off a Super Bowl title with the Philadelphia Eagles. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
USA Today
25-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian reacts to Saints drafting Kelvin Banks Jr.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian reacts to Saints drafting Kelvin Banks Jr. You won't find many people who think more highly of Kelvin Banks Jr. than his head coach Steve Sarkisian. The Texas Longhorns coach spoke with Saints media after the team picked his left tackle at No. 9 overall in the 2025 NFL draft, and he gave the rookie a glowing review. "I think Kelvin's your perfect Longhorn," Sarkisian began. "I've said this all along, I would tell any player coming into our program, if you want to be great, be like Kelvin Banks. His demeanor, his work ethic, his drive, his attention to detail, his ability to remain consistent in his approach on and off the field, it all shows in his play." Sarkisian spun the clock back to Banks' freshman year for an example of what he brings to the table. He pointed to a 2022 game with the Alabama Crimson Tide as the lineman's first big test, which he passed with flying colors. "He's a high-level player who obviously has all the measurables that the NFL is looking for in a great left tackle, and he started there for us from the day he arrived as a freshman. In just his second career start, he had to block Will Anderson and Dallas Turner as a true freshman and didn't flinch," Sarkisian added. Pro Football Focus charting found he allowed just one pressure, a non-contact hurry, on 45 snaps in pass protection. His 74 total reps in that game were the second-most of his freshman year. And he was not penalized. Anderson was drafted third overall in 2023 while Turner was picked 17th a year later. Sarkisian finished by complimenting Banks' reliability and work ethic: "You can absolutely count on him. He was there every day and showed up with a constant level of consistency -- who he was some of the time was who he was all of the time. When you can couple that with the skill set, the measurables and knowing that he's still only played three years of college football, he is an absolute no-brainer of a first-round pick. He's accomplished so much, but his best days are still ahead of him and New Orleans is so fortunate to have him." None of this praise is new, by the way. Sarkisian dismissed criticism on Banks' falling draft stock just a few days ago. He's been beating the drum for his former player all spring and he's clearly excited to see Banks turning pro. We're guessing he'll be keeping close tabs on where Banks' career goes from here.
