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- Entertainment
- Refinery29
Miami Swim Week Trends, From Swim Skirts To Crochet-Everything
Every May, Miami 's streets get an extra dose of vibrant colors, shimmering fabrics, and glistening skin as brands, models, influencers, and fashion lovers congregate for a celebration of swimwear and resortwear. And this year's Paraiso Swim Week was no exception — making a splash with every show and preview. From local Miami-based brands, like Monday Swimwear, to up-and-coming LATAM brands presented by Vogue Mexico and many more, the runways featured new collections and trends to get excited about. Some still ring true from 2024's swim week, like ombré sunset palettes, netted coverups, sparkles galore, and cowboy-styling touches. But we made sure to look out for fresh, unexpected trends that'll have you standing out this summer. A welcomed return of swim shorts, surprising fiery red statement pieces, unexpected resortwear cardigans, and countless other styles beckoned to us like sirens. Ahead, explore the top Miami Swim Week trends to elevate your own swim collection and inspire your summer vacation outfits.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rachel Zegler Cries in Emotional Speech, Says She Loves 'Everybody' at 'Snow White' Screening amid Controversies
Rachel Zegler is showing gratitude for her Snow White role. Ahead of a recent early screening of the live-action Snow White remake, Zegler surprised fans when she appeared and gave an emotional speech about what playing the Disney princess has meant to her. "This is a movie that is so close to my heart. I auditioned for this movie when I was 19 years old and I am about to turn 24," Zegler said, in video shared by Disney. "So it's a really big chunk of my life, and about five of the seven years of my career, which is crazy. I love everybody in this movie so dearly." Zegler reflected on her journey playing the titular character, who first appeared in 1937's animated Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, sharing that seeing the movie come to life has been "emotional" for her. Related: Rachel Zegler Praised by Critics as a 'Shining Supernova' in the Live-Action Remake of Snow White: 'Pure Disney Magic' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "Coming to the end of this road of this release feels really crazy because when you spend so much time with something, it becomes such a big part of you and a big part of your heart. Snow White has really been that way for me and to see this is really emotional for me. So I'm going to try not do that," Zegler said, her voice cracking a little. "I love her and I am so glad to see that so many of you love her as well," Zegler continued. "Her superpower is her heart. It's nothing supernatural. It's something that all of us have. Deep within us, there is an inherit good and belief in the kindness of humanity." "I hope that you walk away from this film understanding what the true meaning of fair is. I really hope that for the world as well. Thank you so much for allowing me to be your Snow White. It means the world to me." Zegler's speech comes amid tensions plaguing Disney's live-action remake ahead of its March 21 release, which has extended to both the West Side Story actress and her costar Gal Gadot, who plays the Evil Queen. A source told PEOPLE that Gadot and Zegler have "nothing in common" due to their age difference and 'on top of that, their political views differ, adding to the tension." Zegler and Gadot have appeared at multiple events in the past to promote their long-delayed film, including at Disney's D23 Expo in 2022 and at the recent Academy Awards, where they presented the Best Visual Effects category together. They posed together at the film's Los Angeles premiere on Saturday, March 15. After her casting announcement in 2021, Zegler faced racist backlash from social media users over her being of Latinx background and playing the Disney princess. (Zegler is of Colombian and Polish descent.) Zegler also made headlines when she said in interviews that the new movie would modernize Snow White and that the original was 'dated.' While speaking with Vogue Mexico, Zegler addressed negative reactions over her casting as well as past statements she's made about the original animation, saying audiences were being protective over the famous princess. 'I interpret people's feelings about this film as their passion for her and what an honor to be a part of something that people are so passionate about,' Zegler said. 'We are not always going to have the same feelings as everyone around us and all that we can do is do our best." (Zegler's interview was conducted in Spanish. Quotes were independently translated from Spanish to English by PEOPLE.) Snow White is in theaters March 21. Read the original article on People
USA Today
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Disney's 'Snow White' wins positive first reactions: 'Quite charming!'
Disney's 'Snow White' wins positive first reactions: 'Quite charming!' Show Caption Hide Caption 'Snow White': See the first trailer with Gal Gadot, Rachel Zegler Disney revealed the first teaser trailer for the live-action remake of "Snow White," starring Gal Gadot and Rachel Zegler, at D23 Fan Expo. There's still some magic left in 'Snow White.' Disney's controversial live-action remake amped up the sparkle for a kid-friendly Los Angeles premiere on Saturday, where star Rachel Zegler, who plays the title character, went full-on Disney princess. The 23-year-old 'West Side Story' actress donned a peachy-pink strapless taffeta gown with a belted, butterfly-embellished corset and a full skirt. She wore her hair in an upsweep and accessorized with a sparkling diamond necklace, drop earrings and rings. She and co-star Gal Gadot (as the Evil Queen), who wore a sheer black lace gown with a ruffled overskirt, greeted and embraced young fans. Many were dressed as the beloved princess in instantly recognizable blue-and-yellow gowns. Join our Watch Party! Sign up to receive USA TODAY's movie and TV recommendations right in your inbox The stars did not take questions on the red carpet, which was geared to moviegoers. "I interpret people's feelings about this film as passion for it − and what an honor to be able to be a part of something that people are so passionate about," Zegler told Vogue Mexico last month. The movie has come under fire for 'taking a different approach' in depicting Snow White's diminutive companions, the Seven Dwarfs, and casting a Snow White of Colombian and Polish descent, an ethnic contrast to the original 1937 character. Zegler further riled the faithful by comparing the cartoon prince's pursuit of Snow White to stalking. But the handful of first reactions to the completed film, which arrives in theaters on March 21, were encouraging. Variety's Katcy Stephan described Zegler as 'a shining supernova' and praised her for 'beautifully embodying the graceful, gentle nature of the OG Disney princess." 'It's a visual feast with show-stopping new musical numbers and, of course, dozens of enchanting animated animals,' she wrote. 'The screenplay wisely gives its heroine newfound depth through her fervent desire to become the leader her father believed she could be, and a love story that's sweet as apple pie.' Screen Rant's Ash Crossan called the film 'quite charming!' 'The message lands well, the critters are adorable, and Rachel Zegler and her enchanting voice are stunning,' Crossan wrote. 'It almost got a full tear out of me, and I've never cried in my entire life.' 'Listen, I was worried, but let me tell you Snow White is PURE DISNEY MAGIC!' The DisInsider's Skyler Shuler wrote. 'This will end up being a lot of people's favorite live-action remake." Matt DeGroot of Crooked Media offered similarly high praise. 'Despite becoming an internet punching bag Disney's remake of Snow White is actually mostly successful!' he wrote. 'Rachel Zegler is an absolute star, (most of) the new songs are catchy and beautifully performed, and the visual palette is sumptuous and vibrant.' Critics' reviews, including USA TODAY's, will be out March 19. Contributing: Edward Segarra, KiMi Robinson and Patrick Ryan
See - Sada Elbalad
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Disney Scales Back "Snow White" Hollywood Premiere
Yara Sameh Disney is hosting a Hollywood premiere of 'Snow White' on March 15, but won't be rolling out a robust red carpet like it usually does. The afternoon festivities will include a pre-party and screening at the El Capitan Theatre with titular star Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, who plays the Evil Queen, expected to attend. However, the red carpet will not include the dozens of media outlets usually invited by Disney to interview the cast and creatives at its premieres. Instead, the coverage will be limited to photographers and a house crew. While the studio did not comment for this story, the scaled back plans come amid controversies surrounding the Marc Webb-directed movie, which hits theaters March 21. Some toxic Disney fans questioned Snow White being played by Zegler when her casting was announced because she is a Latina actress. The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes star also faced backlash when she called the 1937 original 'dated' because the prince 'literally stalks Snow White.' In an interview with Variety at D23 two years ago, Zegler said, 'She's not going to be saved by the prince. She's not going to be dreaming about true love. She's dreaming about becoming the leader she knows she can be.' Peter Dinklage spoke out about the movie's portrayal of little people for perpetuating negative stereotypes. 'Literally no offense to anything, but I was sort of taken aback,' he said on the 'WTF With Mark Maron' podcast in January 2024. 'They were very proud to cast a Latino actress as Snow White, but you're still telling the story of 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.' Take a step back and look at what you're doing there.' Shortly following Dinklage's remarks, Disney said in a statement to 'Good Morning America,' 'To avoid reinforcing stereotypes from the original animated film, we are taking a different approach with these seven characters and have been consulting with members of the dwarfism community.' Zegler reasons that the backlash to the movie is due to the 'passion' for the original movie. 'I interpret people's sentiments towards this film as passion,' she said in an interview in the March issue of Vogue Mexico. 'What an honor to be a part of something that people feel so passionately about. We're not always going to agree with everyone who surrounds us and all we can do is our best.' World politics have also come into play. Zegler has promoted 'free Palestine' on social media. At the same time, Gadot, who is Israeli, has become an outspoken supporter of Israel on social media. Gadot has stayed away from politics in the past but has said she felt she needed to speak up after the October 7 Israel-Hamas war. MAGA supporters also blasted Zegler for her reaction to Donald Trump's reelection when she posted on Instagram, in part, 'May Trump supporters and Trump voters and Trump himself never know peace.' She apologized for her remarks two days later. 'Snow White' publicity plans have already included Gadot and Zegler presenting together at the Oscars Zegler is also set to make a promotional appearance in Tokyo as well as travel with Webb to Spain for the movie. The "West Side Story" star will also host a screening in New York City for the Broadway community.
USA Today
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Rachel Zegler diplomatically addresses 'Snow White' skepticism: 'People are so passionate'
Rachel Zegler is being as diplomatic as a real-life princess when it comes to some fans' skepticism of the upcoming live-action remake of "Snow White" and, specifically, her participation in it. "I interpret people's feelings about this film as passion for it — and what an honor to be able to be a part of something that people are so passionate about," she said in a cover story for Vogue Mexico, which was written in Spanish and published online Monday. "We're not always going to have the same feelings as everyone around us, and all we can do is give it our best." Last year, the "West Side Story" breakout star received an avalanche of backlash — which she described as "nonsensical discourse" — for comments she'd made a year prior about how the remake would be different from the classic 1937 animated film. There was also resistance from some factions of Disney fans who pointed out the character was supposed to be "white as snow," while Zegler is Colombian and Polish. Others expressed distaste in the reimagining of the "Seven Dwarfs" from the nearly century-old animated feature. Nearly three years after she made these statements about "Snow White," which releases March 21, Zegler has a less controversial answer for what to expect from the film. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. "It's really important for audiences to know that Disney has found this beautiful, delicate balance between taking the animated classic that everyone knows and loves from 1937, and at the same time introducing it to this new generation," she told Vogue Mexico. She also noted how far she's come since she filmed the Disney movie in 2022. "You learn a lot more as a performer, as an actor and as a person when you go back to that set where you were 20, 21 and now you're 22 or 23, you can bring everything you've learned back and spice it up in your performance," she said of re-shoots that were reportedly done for "Snow White." She added, "It's a great period of metamorphosis, thinking about who I was when I auditioned and who I am now, it's incredible.' What has Rachel Zegler said about 'Snow White?' At the 2022 D23 Expo, the Disney "fan event" that takes place near Disneyland in Southern California every year, Zegler told Extra: "The original cartoon came out in 1937, and very evidently so." She added, "There's a big focus on her love story with a guy who literally stalks her. Weird. So we didn't do that this time." "It's no longer 1937," Zegler told Variety on that same red carpet. "She's not going to be saved by the prince, and she's not going to be dreaming about true love; she's going to be dreaming about becoming the leader she knows she can be and that her late father told her that she could be if she was fearless, fair, brave and true." In a Vanity Fair interview published the following month, Zegler doubled down: "People are making these jokes about ours being the PC Snow White, where it's like, yeah, it is − because it needed that." She added, "It's an 85-year-old cartoon, and our version is a refreshing story about a young woman who has a function beyond 'Someday My Prince Will Come.'" 'It made me sad':Rachel Zegler addresses backlash to her 'Snow White' comments Two years later, Zegler admitted that these negative comments had taken a toll on her in an October profile in Variety. "In all honesty, it made me sad that it was taken in such a way, because I believe that women can do anything. But I also believe that they can do everything," she said, explaining that she'd intended to say Snow White has her sights set on achievements beyond finding love. "I would never want to box someone in and say, 'If you want love, then you can't work.' Or 'If you want to work, then you can't have a family.' It's not true. It's never been true. It can be very upsetting when things get taken out of context or jokes don't land," Zegler continued. "The love story is very integral. A lot of people wrote that we weren't doing [that storyline] anymore — we were always doing that; it just wasn't what we were talking about on that day." The "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" star, who recently took her final bow in Sam Gold's "Romeo + Juliet" on Broadway, is looking forward to more theater work in the future. "I want to go back and do something on Broadway again as soon as humanly possible," she told Vogue Mexico. "I have so many things going on that I can't tell anyone yet." Contributing: Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY
