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Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Artist who doodled all over his mansion speaks out in Channel 4 doc
Artist Sam Cox created the alter ego Mr Doodle, but slowly the lines became blurred and everyone feared for his mental health. As a child, artist Sam Cox would draw from the moment he woke up to the moment he went to sleep. Through school and university, he wasn't interested in anything but drawing. His time was increasingly spent doodling, and even on a night out, he'd sit in a corner drawing on his phone. But over time, he found himself caught in a nightmare of his own making - trapped in Doodle Land, leading to a psychotic break and being sectioned. An intimate documentary, on Channel 4 tonight (July 9th) at 10pm, explores how Sam gradually morphed into Mr Doodle - an alter ego who ended up buying a mansion and painting it white, simply so that he could draw all over it. His mum Andrea says: 'I remember my auntie saying to me, 'It's ok, it's just that he's a genius and sometimes geniuses go mad'. He was lost somewhere in some land that he no longer had control over.' When Sam left university, he was given a year to see if he could make his art pay. He created Mr Doodle to draw attention to his work, dressing up as the persona and trying to sell drawings in the street for £1. Sam came to the notice of an international art dealer after a video of him doodling went viral - the money came in and he even met a woman. But it started to become unclear where Mr Doodle ended and Sam began. And then he bought the house... Sam says: 'Whenever I try to talk about what happened to me, my heart starts racing.' The Trouble With Mr Doodle is airing on Channel 4 tonight at 10pm There's plenty more on TV tonight - here's the best of the rest... SHIFTING GEARS, DISNEY+ Tim Allen (famously the voice of Buzz Lightyear and star of Home Improvement) leads the cast in this family comedy revolving around a car restoration shop. He plays Matt, the stubborn, widowed owner of the classic car workshop, whose life is upturned by the arrival of his estranged daughter and grandchildren. Riley (played by 2 Broke Girls actress Kat Dennings) drives up with her two kids in tow and asks for a place to stay in the wake of her divorce. It all sets up for a classic odd couple format, with the father and daughter also having a couple of decades of emotional baggage to deal with. The jokes are a bit clunky and it's hardly subtle. 'When I build stuff, it's built to last,' says Matt. 'Except our relationship!' Riley replies. But it's endearing and there's comedy from the kids, including tween Carter who wants to improve Matt's Instagram presence and Georgia, who wants to become a billionaire. POISONED: KILLER IN THE POST, CHANNEL 4, 9pm This heartbreaking documentary speaks to bereaved parents about the deaths of multiple young people who took a deadly poison being sold online. When a young man, Tom Parfett, died aged 22 in 2001 after ingesting the poison, Times journalist James Beal investigated and realised he was not the only victim. In fact, the poison was sent to hundreds of young people across the world, from the US to Canada, Germany and Australia. This film follows what happened as James went undercover, discovering a dark world of online suicide forums. The seller has since been arrested and accused of sending over 1,200 poison packages to young people and is linked to 97 deaths in the UK. Tom's dad David says: 'Tom had a lot to look forward to. He was just a wonderful man. There's not an hour when I don't think about him. When I found out about this poison I was just so angry. The lives that have been lost, it's just astonishing.' BALLARD, PRIME VIDEO This Bosch spin-off sees Detective Renee Ballard (Maggie Q) plunge into a web of murder and corruption as she hunts a ruthless serial killer and uncovers a sinister police conspiracy. She heads up the LAPD's newly formed but underfunded cold case division, after being forced to step away from the homicide team. But with her own demons nipping at her heels, Ballard must outwit both criminals and colleagues to bring long-overdue justice to the victims and their families. EASTENDERS, BBC1, 8pm In a double bill, the Panesars are in crisis mode as Ravi and Suki try to rescue the businesses. Desperate for cash, Ravi approaches Nicola to get a drug contact and she warns him of the dangers. Angry that Felix has left her in the lurch, Cindy berates Callum for kissing Johnny, only for Lexi to overhear. Lauren looks to Peter for reassurances about Jimmy's diagnosis. Ian suggests to Stacey that they reopen Martin's stall. She agrees it's a good legacy.
Scottish Sun
02-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Rumors swirl over girl's terrifying plunge from Disney cruise ship before hero dad leapt into water to save her
Passengers recalled the scenes on board the ship after the girl went overboard DISNEY MYSTERY Rumors swirl over girl's terrifying plunge from Disney cruise ship before hero dad leapt into water to save her Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RUMORS and theories continue to swirl regarding how a little girl went overboard while on a Disney cruise trip with her family. The girl, five, plunged around 50 feet while the ship was heading back to Florida, prompting her dad to jump into the water and save her. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The girl fell from the fourth deck of the ship on Sunday Credit: Facebook/Kevin Furuta 4 The girl and her dad were rescued by crews after the ship's man overboard detection systems kicked into gear Credit: WTVJ-TV She fell from the fourth deck of the $900 million Disney Dream vessel on Sunday morning, sparking a frantic rescue mission. Both the girl and her dad were rescued and brought back to the ship. But, theories are now swirling over how the girl seemingly fell over the rails. Pictures taken on board the ship show plexiglass in front of the railings. Some passengers claimed the girl was sitting on the railings, while others on board the ship have heavily disputed the claims. 'She was sitting on the rail and he wanted to take a picture, and she fell off,' Gar Frantz told the NBC affiliate WTVJ-TV. 'We were just on that deck. 'And then you saw them throwing, like, life jackets over the sides and stuff.' Social media users, who claimed they were on board the ship, debunked the theory. One traveler, Monica Shannon, claimed that a crew member told her the child was climbing the railings. The staffer apparently told Shannon that the girl's parents were playing shuffleboard at the time of the accident. Shannon told The Mail the wind may have contributed to the fall. Broward County cops in Florida told the CBS affiliate WFOR-TV the child was not being held at the time of the accident. The girl's mom cried that her child couldn't swim after realizing what had happened. Shannon claimed the girl's mother was hysterical. The man overboard alarm blared out and rescue crews sprang into action. She was sitting on the rail and he wanted to take a picture, and she fell off Gar Frantz Cruise ships must have technology that detects anyone who may have fallen overboard. 'It's a kind of infrared technology; it uses heating and sensors to determine when someone goes over,' lawyer Nicholas Gerson told WTVJ. 'It kind of acts like an alarm system.' The dad treaded water for around 10 minutes before being brought onto the boat. Float rings were thrown into the water as part of the rescue operation. Gail Merrick, who was also on board the vessel, which can carry up to 3,500 passengers, said there was a commotion on board with crew members frantically running around. He gave a thumbs up gesture as he returned to the ship. Travelers praised the cruise workers for the speed of the response. 'The Disney Cruise Line staff were phenomenal, the crew, everybody was on it,' Brenda Tackett told NBC News. 'You could tell they've practiced this, hopefully have never used it before, but they were great.' The ship, last renovated in 2024, returned to Fort Lauderdale on Monday morning. It is currently on a five-day round trip to The Bahamas. 4 The dad treaded water for around 10 minutes before being brought on to the rescue boat Credit: Facebook/Dewayne Smith
LeMonde
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- LeMonde
'Ironheart' on Disney+: The young genius from the streets of Chicago
DISNEY+ – On demand – Series Marvel Studios is no factory. Superheroes are not assembly line products. It's better to think of Disney's subsidiary as an experimental farm, where teams of scientists tinker with genes and cross bloodlines to produce beings that resemble living creatures but exist solely to entertain consumers. The work has become more challenging: the conclusion of the Avengers-focused cycle and the studio's box office disappointments have slowed the pace of new superhero launches. Until now, this year's only notable revival was Daredevil. Here is the new arrival for the class of 2025: Riri Williams, who made her on-screen debut (though she has appeared in comic book form since 2016) in Black Panther. Wakanda Forever. She is a scientific prodigy, a streetwise kid from Chicago's South Side, an admirer of Tony Stark (she works to perfect the concept of smart metal armor) and a student at MIT in the opening scenes of the first episode. But Riri Williams is used to living on the margins, both of society and legality, and her small business selling exam results leads to her expulsion.
The Irish Sun
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
New Disney plans revealed – and they include new ‘major theme park' in the US
DISNEY fans are thrilled to learn a brand new theme park could be set to hit the US. The huge new attraction would mark the fifth in the franchise and would be based at the Orlando resort, in Florida. Advertisement 3 Documents revealed there's a sprawling 400 to 500 acres ready for construction Credit: Alamy 3 It is thought there will be two smaller attractions in the form of water parks Credit: Alamy It is thought it would be around the same size as other iconic popular parks such as Magic Kingdom, and Disney's Hollywood Studios. Comprehensive Plan 2045, from the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, understands plans are already in motion. Documents revealed there's a sprawling 400 to 500 acres ready for construction. It is thought there will be two smaller attractions in the form of water parks, around 147 acres each. Advertisement Read More Walt Disney World has not officially confirmed a fifth Florida theme park. Despite this plans show the park requested permission to build underground networks. These are usually used by staff and cast members to navigate around the site unseen. This news comes as Disney fans threatened to boycott the theme park. Advertisement Most read in Uncategorized Breaking Uproar was sparked after the company revealed plans for a Cars land that would replace Tom Sawyer Island in Magic Kingdom's Frontierland. Fans can mark the last day of Tom Sawyer Island on July 6, 2025. Disney announces brand new theme park Outraged visitors expressed their frustrations on X, with one penning: "Canceling my trip in October and sadly, will never visit that park again." "This is an abomination and a real disservice to all those who booked summer trips hoping to enjoy all this one more time," added another. Advertisement A third agreed: "Never going back, I have a lot of happy memories there, and I'll keep them." "Huge mistake. Huge," and "Largest downgrade", echoed others. This comes as Disney revealed plans to open a brand new theme park - in Abu Dhabi. The huge new park will be in Advertisement Little-else is known about the However, it will have themed accommodation as well as dining and retail experiences, it has been confirmed. It states it will combine Disney's "iconic stories, characters and attractions" with An opening date is yet to be confirmed. Advertisement Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer at Walt Disney Company, said: "As our seventh theme park destination, it will rise from this land in spectacular fashion, blending contemporary architecture with cutting-edge technology to offer guests deeply immersive entertainment experiences in unique and modern ways." Josh D'Amaro, Chairman, Disney Experiences, added: "The location of our park is incredibly unique – anchored by a beautiful waterfront – which will allow us to tell our stories in completely new ways. "This project will reach guests in a whole new part of the world, welcoming more families to experience Disney than ever before." Yas Island is currently home to a number of other attractions including Advertisement Inside are six themed zones, with 29 rides and experiences. Guests can then choose between their favourite DC superhero, with both a Gotham and Metropolis land that have themed rides. Another land is Bedrock, a Advertisement The last Disney theme park to open was back The very first Walt Disney Studios Park in The park is also getting Advertisement 3 Disney fans are thrilled to learn a brand new theme park could be set to hit the US Credit: Alamy More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at
Newsweek
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
James Gunn Confirms Three 'Guardians of the Galaxy' Actors Appear in 'Superman'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Some directors are known for working with the same actors multiple times, and "Superman" writer/director James Gunn is definitely one of those filmmakers. So it should come as little surprise that at least three "Guardians of the Galaxy" actors make cameos in the upcoming "Superman". Read More: Kevin Smith Is Writing A New 'Daredevil' Story Speaking to Buzzfeed Australia, James Gunn let the proverbial cat out of the bag about the three "Guardians" cameos. "I will give you something that nobody knows, but Pom Klementieff is one of the robots," Gunn revealed. "It's Bradley [Cooper] and then it's also Pom and Michael Rooker is another one of the robots." Chris Pratt as Peter Quill in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3." Chris Pratt as Peter Quill in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3." DISNEY Fans will remember Pom Klementieff plays the antennae-wielding empath Mantis who first appears in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" and is ultimately revealed to be Peter Quill's (Chris Pratt) half-sister. Michael Rooker plays the Ravager Yondu in the first two films, while Bradley Cooper has been the voice of Rocket Raccoon in all of his "Guardians" and "Avengers" appearances. In case you're confused about what robots Gunn is referring to: the three "Guardians" actors, along with Alan Tudyk, are voicing the Kryptonian robots who stand guard over Superman's Fortress of Solitude. Asked about "Guardians" actors Dave Bautista and Zoe Saldana, Gunn said he was "keeping them in the wings." Technically, we already knew about one "Guardians of the Galaxy" actor appearing in "Superman". Nathan Fillion, who plays Guy Gardner/Green Lantern in the DC blockbuster, appears in both the first and third "Guardians" features. He would have appeared in the second, but his cameo was sadly cut. We already know Fillion's time as Guy Gardner will be longer than anything he did in the "Guardians" franchise. Along with "Superman", he's been confirmed to play Gardner in Season 2 of "Peacemaker" and Season 1 of "Lanterns". The fact that Klementieff, Cooper, and Rooker add their voices to "Superman" doesn't cut them out of future DC Studios appearances, either. In fact, we already know Rooker will appear again. Along with playing Savant in 2021's "The Suicide Squad", Rooker will play the eagle hunter Red St. Wild in the upcoming Season 2 of "Peacemaker". "Superman" releases in theaters on July 11. Tickets are on sale now. The film is written and directed by James Gunn. "Superman" stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced. More Comics: 'Thunderbolts' Filmmaker Confirmed as 'X-Men' director New Spider-Man Series Resolves Decades-Old Cliffhanger
