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Newsweek
41 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Zelda' Movie Casting Rumors: Everything We Know
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. The Legend of Zeldais about to take a step from the video game screen to the big screen. A live-action film of the beloved video game, produced by creator Shigeru Miyamoto, was confirmed to be in development in 2023. This is what we know so far about the rumored castings for the film. The Context Created by Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka in 1986, the Zelda game follows Link, an elf-like knight who fights to save the titular Princess Zelda from a demon-warlord named Ganon. The game is one of Nintendo's most popular franchises. Wes Ball, who directed the dystopian series The Maze Runner, will direct the film, and producer Avi Arad and screenwriter Derek Connolly are also attached to the project. Nintendo is set to partner with Sony to distribute the movie. The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom game for the Nintendo Switch (left). Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for "Euphoria" at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022, in... The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom game for the Nintendo Switch (left). Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for "Euphoria" at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022, in Los Angeles. More Business Wire/Emma McIntyre/WireImage Who Is Rumored To Be Cast In The 'Zelda' Movie? Casting for the live-action Legend of Zelda movie has been kept under wraps, and as of reporting, nothing has been officially confirmed. However, one name that has been thrown into the mix is Euphoria star Hunter Schafer. Fans have long shared that they think Schafer should be cast as Princess Zelda, with many arguing that the actress bears a striking resemblance to the cartoon princess. Schafer has commented on it, saying in 2023 that it would be "so cool" to play the role, according to Variety. The rumor mill about Schafer playing Zelda amped up after industry insider Daniel Richtman said in a blog post that she was being seriously considered for the role. Social media has reacted strongly to Schafer potentially being cast in the film because Schafer is trans. Some social media users expressed criticism of her potentially being cast in the role as a result, but many have spoken out in defense of Schafer, strongly supporting her casting. In a post viewed more than 2 million times on X, formerly Twitter, @SILENTPRINCESS wrote: "imagine being so bigoted you can't see this as the most perfect casting for princess zelda just because you're a tr*nsphobe." Schafer spoke out on social media earlier this year about the "harsh reality" of President Donald Trump's executive orders that have rolled back protections for trans people. "Trans people are beautiful," she said at the time. "We are never going to stop existing, I am never going to stop being trans, a letter on a passport can't change that." Patricia Summersett, who voiced Zelda in The Legenda of Zela: Breath of the Wild, Age of Calamity and Tears of the Kingdom, has also said that she would reprise her role in the live-action movie. Speaking to Games Radar in 2023, she said: "I would love to play Zelda over and over again." Another name that has been rumored for the titular role is A Minecraft Movie actress Emma Myers. Asked by Digital Spy if she would be interested in playing the role, she said: "I mean, whoever wants me in a video game movie." Other names that have popped up include Tom Holland, with the Spider-Man star having been a subject of frequent fan castings for the character of Link. Walker Scobell, who is known for his role in Percy Jackson and the Olympians,has also been suggested by fans. Another name floated by fans is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who fans have suggested could take on the role of Ganon. What People Are Saying Shigeru Miyamoto told Nintendo Investors in 2023 during a Q&A: "We face an extremely high hurdle in producing a film that will not disappoint the global fan base." Hunter Schafer, speaking about playing Zelda, per Variety: "I love the game, personally. I played it as a kid and I still play it now. Who knows! That would be pretty cool." What Happens Next The live-action remake of the Legend of Zelda will be released in cinemas on March 26, 2027.
Miami Herald
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
How to Get Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater Soap: Competition and Release Date
Actor Sydney Sweeney has released a limited-edition soap made with water from her own bath, and some fans are in a real lather about the product, desperate to get their hands on it. Sweeney, who starred in the first White Lotus series, partnered with natural body care brand Dr. Squatch to produce Sydney's Bathwater Bliss, priced at around $8 per bar. A promotion campaign is giving away 100 as competition prizes. One keen customer wrote on Instagram: "Made with your actual bath water? Lol. That's awesome! ... Let's go @sydney_sweeney." Not all fans have been impressed though, one saying: "Sydney honey I love you but I don't know about this." Another wrote: "Geez this is literally sad for humanity." The collaboration is soaking up the comments section of Sweeney's Instagram posts. Excited male fans are drooling over the star, and offended feminists are concerned about her "stimulation of the male gaze" and "promotion of a female stereotype." One user appeared to suggest the collaboration could have wider repercussions on gender issues, writing: "we're never making it out of the patriarchy." While Sweeney voiced her excitement about this latest collaboration, she has previously spoken out about the way the world views her body. She told Variety in March 2024: "People feel connected and free to be able to speak about me in whatever way they want, because they believe that I've signed my life away. That I'm not on a human level anymore, because I'm an actor. That these characters are for everybody else, but then me as Sydney is not for me anymore. It's this weird relationship that people have with me that I have no control or say over." Sweeney, 27, is recently single, and has also featured in TV shows including Euphoria and Sharp Objects. Her movies, across a wide range of genres, include rom-com Anyone But You, horror movie Immaculate, and action film Madam Web. This collaboration is in response to fan curiosity sparked by a previous advertisement by Dr. Squatch, the men's natural products store. It features Sweeney soaking in a candlelit bathtub, and playful banter from fans about her bathwater, led to the creation of the unconventional product. Dr Squatch wrote in an Instagram announcement: "In collaboration with Sydney Sweeney, we created a limited-edition soap infused with her ACTUAL bathwater. Why? Because y'all wouldn't stop asking. And Sydney said, 'Let's do it.' (what a legend)" The actor is not the first person to commercialize her bathwater. In 2019, an adult content star, Belle Delphine, sold jars of hers for $43 a piece, according to a report by the New York Post. Sydney's Bathwater Bliss is set to launch on June 6, 2025, and there will be 100 winners in a competition to get a bar for free. Each bar is crafted with natural ingredients, including exfoliating sand, shea butter, and a touch of Sweeney's bathwater, which Dr. Squatch's website said was "one of nature's finest aphrodisiacs." It has a medium grit level, and the men's care brand said the bar smells like "morning wood," adding this included notes of pine, Douglas fir, and earthy moss. Either follow Dr. Squatch's Instagram account and leave a comment, or you can fill out a form on its website. The product giveaway ends on June 4, and winners will be messaged or emailed from June 6. Dr. Squatch said consumers would also be able to buy the product, although there is a very limited stock, reports saying only 5,000 bars have been made. The men's care brand wrote: "But can I buy one?' Not yet … but we'll have a VERY limited stock when they do drop! Keep an eye out for an announcement." Winners of the competition will find out on June 6, and fans will be able to purchase the product soon Dr. Squatch said, adding it would be providing a further announcement in due course. Related Articles Hotel Guard Suspended, Accused of Asking Woman in Bathroom to Prove GenderBetter Office Bathrooms Can Improve Attendance and InclusionBathroom Renovation Disaster Leaves Internet In Stitches: 'Serial Killer Setup'Man Spends All Day Tiling Shower, Then Realizes Mistake-'Is it Noticeable?' 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
How to Get Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater Soap: Competition and Release Date
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. Actor Sydney Sweeney has released a limited-edition soap made with water from her own bath, and some fans are in a real lather about the product, desperate to get their hands on it. Sweeney, who starred in the first White Lotus series, partnered with natural body care brand Dr. Squatch to produce Sydney's Bathwater Bliss, priced at around $8 per bar. A promotion campaign is giving away 100 as competition prizes. One keen customer wrote on Instagram: "Made with your actual bath water? Lol. That's awesome! ... Let's go @sydney_sweeney." Not all fans have been impressed though, one saying: "Sydney honey I love you but I don't know about this." Another wrote: "Geez this is literally sad for humanity." The collaboration is soaking up the comments section of Sweeney's Instagram posts. Excited male fans are drooling over the star, and offended feminists are concerned about her "stimulation of the male gaze" and "promotion of a female stereotype." One user appeared to suggest the collaboration could have wider repercussions on gender issues, writing: "we're never making it out of the patriarchy." While Sweeney voiced her excitement about this latest collaboration, she has previously spoken out about the way the world views her body. She told Variety in March 2024: "People feel connected and free to be able to speak about me in whatever way they want, because they believe that I've signed my life away. That I'm not on a human level anymore, because I'm an actor. That these characters are for everybody else, but then me as Sydney is not for me anymore. It's this weird relationship that people have with me that I have no control or say over." Sweeney, 27, is recently single, and has also featured in TV shows including Euphoria and Sharp Objects. Her movies, across a wide range of genres, include rom-com Anyone But You, horror movie Immaculate, and action film Madam Web. A photo of Sydney Sweeney's new bathwater soap for men. A photo of Sydney Sweeney's new bathwater soap for men. Dr Squatch Why Is Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater Being Used in Soap? This collaboration is in response to fan curiosity sparked by a previous advertisement by Dr. Squatch, the men's natural products store. It features Sweeney soaking in a candlelit bathtub, and playful banter from fans about her bathwater, led to the creation of the unconventional product. Dr Squatch wrote in an Instagram announcement: "In collaboration with Sydney Sweeney, we created a limited-edition soap infused with her ACTUAL bathwater. Why? Because y'all wouldn't stop asking. And Sydney said, 'Let's do it.' (what a legend)" The actor is not the first person to commercialize her bathwater. In 2019, an adult content star, Belle Delphine, sold jars of hers for $43 a piece, according to a report by the New York Post. When Will Sydney Sweeney's Soap Be Released Sydney's Bathwater Bliss is set to launch on June 6, 2025, and there will be 100 winners in a competition to get a bar for free. Each bar is crafted with natural ingredients, including exfoliating sand, shea butter, and a touch of Sweeney's bathwater, which Dr. Squatch's website said was "one of nature's finest aphrodisiacs." It has a medium grit level, and the men's care brand said the bar smells like "morning wood," adding this included notes of pine, Douglas fir, and earthy moss. How to Enter The Competition Either follow Dr. Squatch's Instagram account and leave a comment, or you can fill out a form on its website. The product giveaway ends on June 4, and winners will be messaged or emailed from June 6. Dr. Squatch said consumers would also be able to buy the product, although there is a very limited stock, reports saying only 5,000 bars have been made. The men's care brand wrote: "But can I buy one?' Not yet … but we'll have a VERY limited stock when they do drop! Keep an eye out for an announcement." A photo of Sydney Sweeney in the bath holding her new soap product. A photo of Sydney Sweeney in the bath holding her new soap product. Dr Squatch What Happens Next Winners of the competition will find out on June 6, and fans will be able to purchase the product soon Dr. Squatch said, adding it would be providing a further announcement in due course.
Metro
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Sydney Sweeney's bathwater soap isn't the empowering move she thinks it is
I thought we'd put an end to body-scented celebrity products with Gwyneth Paltrow's vagina candle… unfortunately not. This week it was announced that White Lotus star Sydney Sweeney has extended her tie-in with men's soap brand Dr. Squatch (she previously pouted suggestively in a bath in an advert) to make her actual bathwater into a soap. The whole thing has left me feeling, well, dirty, and all in a lather. Because, unlike Gwyneth's candle (which nobody asked for), it feels as if the 27-year-old is selling this product to meet the wishes of the worst, most seedy, parts of her fandom. In fact, Dr. Squatch's reason for making this product is because: 'y'all wouldn't stop asking. And Sydney said, 'Let's do it.' (what a legend)'. But even if online lurkers indeed wouldn't stop asking, Sweeney could have been far more of a legend by saying 'Let's not do it.' Because, while making money off her fans' fetishes might seem like a win for the actress, I can't see it as anything other than a loss. A useful test for whether something is truly empowering is whether those with power are doing it. It's difficult to imagine Sweeney's male equivalent – Timothée Chalamet, say, or Glen Powell – giving the nod to such a seedy project, no matter how many people were campaigning for its creation. And the sad thing is that Sweeney is no airhead that's oblivious to her misogynistic treatment, but is keenly aware of and pained by the oversexualisation she's subjected to. 'People feel connected and free to be able to speak about me in whatever way they want, because they believe that I've signed my life away. That I'm not on a human level anymore, because I'm an actor,' she told Variety. 'It's this weird relationship that people have with me that I have no control or say over.' Since first appearing in Euphoria, her body has been in constant discussion – someone has set up an X account that just shares pictures of her boobs (it has over 30k followers) – and her love life speculated over in a way I thought we'd moved past 20 years ago. And while it could be argued this bathwater soap is her way of taking control, it actually just empowers her fans to realise they can continue to sexualise her and make further demands on the actress to fulfil their desires. I'm far from judging Sweeney from taking on side gigs. She's previously been frank about the motivation for her ventures. 'If I just acted, I wouldn't be able to afford my life in LA. I take deals because I have to,' she told the Hollywood Reporter back in 2022. She's also spoken candidly about her modest beginnings, saying that the pressure on her family to travel back and forth from Washington to LA, and then to move to Hollywood, to support her fledgling film career led to her father going bankrupt and her parents divorcing. Such childhood trauma leaves a lifetime mark, and Sweeney certainly doesn't deserve slut-shaming for her commercial choices. But let's also be clear that this latest move is indeed a choice. Sweeney is a successful and in-demand actor, with Euphoria, Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood and darkly satirical gem The White Lotus on her sparkling CV. She is said to have earned $750,00 for her role in 2024's Madame Web, the fourth film in Sony's Spider-Man Universe, and her promotional portfolio runs from fashion and skincare to bikinis. In 2024, she reportedly bought a $13.5 million oceanfront Florida mansion, replete with aquarium and 520-bottle wine room. So if she's flogging her bathwater, it's because she wants to – and I think that is a bad decision. Some argue that it turns the tables for women to profit from such objectification. While in the past, the proceeds of starlets trading off their sexuality went largely to male photographers, magazine publishers and so on, today – woo-hoo! – sisters are doing it for themselves! And to some extent, I agree. Well played to the women who take their piece of the pie and become entrepreneurial power players in the Only Fans-ification of fame. More Trending But I also think, especially in this case, that it's not always true. An established star like Sweeney does have control: She could turn down these kind of deals – which I think are degrading – rather than making a buck from the demands of the creepier corners of her fanbase. The star is quoted in the press release as saying, 'It's weird in the best way'. No, Sydney. It's weird in the worst way, and you should wash your hands of this sexy soap venture and earn your money with your skills, not your suds. Do you have a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailing Share your views in the comments below. MORE: 11 years on, I'm still mourning comedy legend Rik Mayall MORE: Days after my son's birth, I made a life-changing realisation MORE: Teachers lock the school loos and only let us go once a day — even on our periods
Forbes
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘The Legend Of Zelda' Movie May Land A Perfectly Cast Princess, Per Report
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 20: Hunter Schafer attends the HBO Max FYC event for 'Euphoria' at ... More Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/WireImage) It remains to be seen where Wes Ball's upcoming Legend of Zelda movie is a good idea at baseline, but now a casting search appears to be spooling up for its major roles, including the titular princess. A new report from inside DanielRPK reveals that a specific actress is being eyed for the role, one that social media fans were theory-casting even before this news broke. That would be Euphoria's Hunter Schafer. As soon as the movie was announced, side-by-side comparisons started emerging about how perfectly she would fit into the role. Now, the film may have taken that to heart and may be pursuing the star. Schafer first rose to prominence in Euphoria, the controversial HBO teen drama that is finally filming its third season after a lengthy break, Schafer included. Since then, she's appeared in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Yorgos Lanthimos' Kinds of Kindness and the horror film Cuckoo. She's about to star in the upcoming Blade Runner 2099 series and has 5-6 other projects on the way. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess It is not yet clear which game story is being adapted for The Legend of Zelda movie, one that many were surprised was going to be live-action at all, given what Nintendo did with the massively profitable Super Mario Bros. movie. It feels like a big risk, but much of this will come down to casting. It's easy to see Schaefer as a good Zelda, but the key role will be Link, a character who barely, if ever, speaks in the games, and it's going to be very interesting to see how that aspect is handled. Here's what Zelda superfan and the film's director Wes Ball said about the project to Totalfilm back in March of 2024: "I have this awesome idea," Ball said. "I've been thinking about it for a long freakin' time, of how cool a Zelda movie would be... I want to fulfill people's greatest desires. I know it's important, this [Zelda] franchise, to people and I want it to be a serious movie. A real movie that can give people an escape." So, this seems to be pitched as high fantasy rather than the more cartoony versions of the game we've seen. And that makes a lot of sense for live-action. I hope we hear more about the film soon, and if it's confirmed that Schafer will play Zelda? That would be a great start. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
