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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Taylor Kitsch turns down Friday Night Lights revival
Taylor Kitsch won't be appearing in the Friday Nights Lights revival. The 44-year-old actor portrayed Tim Riggins in the original series but has confirmed he has turned down an approach to reprise the role for Peacock's upcoming reboot. Asked if he had heard anything about the project, he told TheWrap: 'I was asked to do it. Umm, yeah, I'm not going back. No.' The sports drama ended in 2011 after five seasons, but in November, it was revealed a reboot was in the works, with showrunner Jason Katims, and Peter Berg, who developed the original series, both attached to return. A longline for the new show reads: 'Following a devastating hurricane, a rag tag high school football team and their damaged, interim coach make an unlikely bid for a Texas High School State Championship becoming a beacon of light for their town." Earlier this year, Taylor revealed plans to open a nature retreat in honour of his sister. The Battleship star took two years off work in the mid-2010s to help Shelby Kitsch-Best battle her addition to opioids and other drugs and as a "tip of the hat" to her recovery, he is planning to use part of the 22 acres of land he owns in Bozeman, Montana, to establish a retreat for other members of the sober community to help them with their own struggles. He told People magazine: "I didn't even know sober escapes existed until I had the crash course with my sis. "I was like, 'Man, it sounds incredible to offer people a chance to reconnect in nature and slow things down.'... "You want to go hike, fish, hang out, do nothing, write, read, anything? It's is all up there for you." Taylor - who hopes the retreat can also benefit children and veterans - also plans to have a sweat lodge on the property, where a local shaman can perform ceremonies after finding the practice helpful while preparing for his latest project, 'American Primeval'. He said:"People will have the opportunity to sweat with him and work on whatever they need to work on. It's been incredibly helpful for me."
Perth Now
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Taylor Kitsch turns down Friday Night Lights revival
Taylor Kitsch won't be appearing in the Friday Nights Lights revival. The 44-year-old actor portrayed Tim Riggins in the original series but has confirmed he has turned down an approach to reprise the role for Peacock's upcoming reboot. Asked if he had heard anything about the project, he told TheWrap: 'I was asked to do it. Umm, yeah, I'm not going back. No.' The sports drama ended in 2011 after five seasons, but in November, it was revealed a reboot was in the works, with showrunner Jason Katims, and Peter Berg, who developed the original series, both attached to return. A longline for the new show reads: 'Following a devastating hurricane, a rag tag high school football team and their damaged, interim coach make an unlikely bid for a Texas High School State Championship becoming a beacon of light for their town." Earlier this year, Taylor revealed plans to open a nature retreat in honour of his sister. The Battleship star took two years off work in the mid-2010s to help Shelby Kitsch-Best battle her addition to opioids and other drugs and as a "tip of the hat" to her recovery, he is planning to use part of the 22 acres of land he owns in Bozeman, Montana, to establish a retreat for other members of the sober community to help them with their own struggles. He told People magazine: "I didn't even know sober escapes existed until I had the crash course with my sis. "I was like, 'Man, it sounds incredible to offer people a chance to reconnect in nature and slow things down.'... "You want to go hike, fish, hang out, do nothing, write, read, anything? It's is all up there for you." Taylor - who hopes the retreat can also benefit children and veterans - also plans to have a sweat lodge on the property, where a local shaman can perform ceremonies after finding the practice helpful while preparing for his latest project, 'American Primeval'. He said:"People will have the opportunity to sweat with him and work on whatever they need to work on. It's been incredibly helpful for me."
GMA Network
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
'Smurfs:' Rihanna says she draws inspiration from her character Smurfette
Rihanna, who voices Smurfette in the upcoming "Smurfs" film, said she has long related to her character Smurfette's mix of beauty, strength, and all that sass. Growing up in Barbados, the singer-actress said in a press release that "The Smurfs" was her childhood favorite. "So many mornings, I woke up long before I was supposed to get ready for school just to get that dose of 'Smurfs'," Rihanna said, who also served as the film's producer and music contributor. Speaking about her character, she said Smurfette is "a powerful leader, independent, strong, beautiful, sassy, witty and very empathetic." "I was super-inspired by all of that," she added. In the upcoming film, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to rescue Papa Smurf (John Goodman), who's been kidnapped by evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe. Directed by Chris Miller and written by Pam Brady, "Smurfs" premieres in the Philippines on July 16. The "Umbrella" hitmaker previously acted in "Ocean's Eight" and "Battleship" among many others. Her most recent song was "Lift Me Up" in 2022 for the film, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." In 2023, she headlined the Super Bowl halftime show. —Hermes Joy Tunac/MGP, GMA Integrated News
Gulf Today
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Rihanna on donning multiple hats in Smurfs: 'It was invigorating and exciting'
Singer and actress Rihanna has donned multiple hats in the upcoming movie "The Smurfs". Along with lending her voice to Smurfette, she is also the producer and musical head of the project. Shedding light on playing multiple roles in the drama, Rihanna called it equally thrilling and challenging. Speaking during the global promotions, the 'Battleship' actress talked about her experience of being a part of the movie. "It was invigorating and exciting for me to not only embody a character but also bring my musical life into the mix. We worked with music producers and choreographers whose work I admire. To put those two worlds together was a win-win for everyone. It pushed us all to challenge our artistry", Rihanna added. Rihanna (left) and A$AP Rocky pose for photographers. AP She further revealed that during her childhood in Barbados, "Smurfs" was a part of her routine. The 'Ocean's 8' actress went on to share, "So many mornings, I woke up long before I was supposed to get ready for school just to get that dose of Smurfs." Rihanna added that she has related a lot to the character of Smurfette and what she stands for. "First of all, I have always loved makeup and hair. We all know that. And she's an esthetician. She's also a powerful leader, independent, strong, beautiful, sassy, witty, and very empathetic. I was super-inspired by all of that. I think she loves music too and her favorite genres are hip-hop, reggae, Afrobeats, ballads, and house. That's Smurfette. She needs options," she said. From left: Producer Ryan Harris, Ramsey Naito, Rihanna, Hugo Miller, Laura Miller and director Chris Miller pose for photographers upon arrival at the world premiere of the film "Smurfs" in Brussels on Saturday. AP Rihanna took inspiration for her character from some real-life women, plucking little things from each of them. "They are all so different in personality, tone, and attitude, but I feel like these are the women who are with me daily. Smurfette needed to come from all of us," she concluded. "The Smurfs" will be reaching India on July 18th. The movie will be available in both English and Hindi. Indo-Asian News Service
Axios
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Chicken N Pickle opens first Colorado location
Chicken N Pickle, a Kansas City-founded restaurant boasting pickleball courts, opens Tuesday in Thornton. Dig in: It's the restaurant's first Colorado location, and will feature eight courts inside its 45,000-square-foot complex at The Grove shopping center near Interstate-25 and 144th Avenue. The two-story venue will include six indoor and two covered outdoor courts, along with cornhole, ping pong, Jenga and life-sized Battleship. The vibe: The family-friendly restaurant bills itself as a fast-casual, "chef-driven" eatery, focusing on fresh and quality ingredients raised responsibly and sourced ethically. Among its most notable dishes is its wood-fired rotisserie chicken. Best bites: Try the chicken tinga tostada, a tasty but light appetizer that's filling but won't mess up your racket swing. The smoked chicken wings are also a great option; they're very good dry, but are also available with some classic buffalo sauce. What to try: The spicy blackberry margarita is a creative, flavorful cocktail for people who like a sweet-and-spicy treat. It's available at the three bars inside and outside the restaurant. Between the lines: The restaurant has the backing of two top Denver Broncos rivals in Kansas City Chiefs stars Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, who together raised $10 million to fund the chain.
