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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Howard Levitt: Snow White and the limits of free speech in the workplace
Employers looking to resolve legal disputes with former employees, particularly in cases where bad faith or human rights breaches are alleged, often find themselves offering up monetary compensation in exchange for a signed settlement agreement confirming that the employee cannot go around disparaging the employer, online or otherwise. Should the former employee then agree to sign, the employer can rely on that documentation to sue the employee for damages in the event of disparagement. But what about current employees? What recourse is there for an employer when an employee disparages its business to anyone who will listen? Unsurprisingly, this issue has become more prevalent with the exponential increase in online activity and social media. It is well known that senior employees, typically but not limited to those at the executive level, owe a fiduciary duty to their employers, which requires them to look out for the best interests of the company. This includes keeping the employer's best interests in mind when speaking or posting publicly and, relatedly, being mindful that expressing their personal views while holding themselves out as a representative of the company can have repercussions for the business. Whether the same applies to lower-level employees can be more complex. A recent case involving the Walt Disney movie Snow White, released in theatres on March 21, caused significant controversy due to a number of comments made by the lead actress, Rachel Zegler, who plays the title character. Zegler's comments included that she felt the movies' source material, the original film from 1937, was 'weird' and that the original prince was 'a guy who literally stalks' Snow White. Zegler was already under scrutiny for a prior tweet she had posted, which began by thanking her fans for their support, but ended by stating 'and always remember, free Palestine.' Additionally, in the lead up to the film's release, she had made an Instagram post criticizing Donald Trump's supporters, causing significant concern among Disney executives. Many have gone public stating that Zegler's comments were the cause of the movie tanking in the box office. The cost of production was estimated to be around US$300 million, and the movie only made approximately US$43 million across North America in its opening weekend. While it's difficult to establish a direct connection between Zegler's public statements and the movie's poor performance at the box office, there are many cases where the nexus between an employee's conduct and the employer's loss is far clearer. To protect themselves, it is best practice for employers to have policies outlining both prohibitions and consequences relating to its employees' online activity and disparaging comments. These policies should be made clear to the employee prior to commencing their job so that there is no doubt they are aware of their obligations. While a legal argument can be made that an employee's obligation not to disparage their employer is an implied term of their employment, an employer will have a much stronger argument — whether defending against a wrongful dismissal action or going after an employee for damages — if they are able to point to a policy that the employee breached. Both employers and employees should be reminded that, while the rights to freedom of speech and expression are constitutionally protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, it is a common misconception that this protection applies in all contexts. In reality, the Charter's guarantees of fundamental freedoms, including freedom of speech, are designed to shield individuals from unwarranted interference or restriction by governmental bodies and do not extend to private employment relationships or interactions within the private sector. As such, freedom of speech does not entitle an employee to make unrestrained or inappropriate public comments about their employer, nor does it permit them to voice personal opinions in a manner that may be interpreted as representing their employer or organization, particularly when those views conflict with the values, policies or professional standards upheld by the employer. Employees must understand that expressing controversial, offensive or critical views — especially in public forums such as social media — can have real and serious consequences. Moreover, invoking the right to freedom of speech will not insulate an employee from disciplinary action or legal repercussions if their conduct violates employment policies, damages the employer's reputation or breaches contractual or fiduciary obligations. Howard Levitt: Lessons learned from recent employment law cases Howard Levitt: Protecting your most valuable asset — confidential information In such cases, individuals may rightfully be subject to significant consequences, including — but not limited to — the termination of their employment, legal proceedings and financial penalties. It is therefore imperative that employees exercise their rights responsibly and remain mindful of the context and potential implications of their speech, both within the workplace and beyond. Howard Levitt is senior partner of Levitt LLP, employment and labour lawyers with offices in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. He practices employment law in eight provinces and is the author of six books, including the Law of Dismissal in Canada. Jeff Buchan is an associate at Levitt LLP.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rachel Zegler Questions If Timothée Chalamet Fans Are 'OK' After His Red Carpet Debut with Kylie Jenner
Rachel Zegler is asking if the popular Timothée Chalamet fan social media account Club Chalamet is "gonna be ok" after the actor made his red carpet debut with Kylie Jenner Zegler commented on Cosmopolitan's Instagram post that displayed photos of Chalamet and Jenner on the red carpet, in which the outlet wrote, "Someone check on Club Chalamet right now…👀" Chalamet and Jenner have been romantically linked since April 2023; they stepped out together at the 70th David Di Donatello Awards in Rome on Wednesday, May 7Rachel Zegler is asking the question on everyone's mind: will Timothée Chalamet's most ardent fans be okay after he finally made his red carpet debut with Kylie Jenner? Zegler, 24, made reference to the popular Instagram fan account dedicated to the 29-year-old Dune actor known as Club Chalamet while responding to a Wednesday, May 7 Instagram post from Cosmopolitan. The post featured photos of Chalamet posing with his arms wrapped around Jenner, 27, at the 70th David Di Donatello Awards in Rome. "Is club chalamet gonna be ok," Zegler wrote in a comment on the outlet's post; her comment has received more than 3,000 likes since she posted it, and Cosmopolitan even responded to Zegler to say, "We're keeping her in our thoughts right now queen." The outlet had captioned its initial photos of Chalamet and Jenner's red carpet debut by writing, "It's officially red carpet official! Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner made their carpet debut today at the 70th David Di Donatello Awards in Italy! Someone check on Club Chalamet right now…👀" Chalamet and Jenner have been romantically linked since April 2023; the pair seemingly met for the first time at Jean Paul Gaultier's Paris Fashion Week show in January of that year. The couple made their first public appearance together when they were seen kissing at a Beyoncé concert and have stepped out together more frequently in the last year, including at the Golden Globes, the BAFTAs and the Oscars this winter and an NBA game in Los Angeles in April. 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. The couple were in Rome for the David di Donatello Awards on May 7 as Chalamet received the David for Cinematic Excellence honor, which the Academy of Italian Cinema President Piera Detassis described as "meant to be an acknowledgement of the great actor of quality and innovative films, and, at the same time, of the global protagonist," citing Chalamet's breakout role in the Italian-produced 2017 film Call Me By Your Name, per Variety. Fan accounts like Club Chalamet have received an increased amount of attention in recent years as Chalamet's own star has continued to rise in Hollywood with a string of hit movies like Dune, Wonka and A Complete Unknown, the latter of which earned Chalamet his first SAG Award in February. The Club Chalamet social media accounts are run by a person identified as Simone, who describes the account as "a GenX LA based super fan account in support of" Chalamet in her Instagram page's bio. The account does not appear to approve of Chalamet's romance with Jenner; they shared a photo of the couple at the event to its Instagram Stories and blurred Jenner's face, while writing, "Isn't Timothée the honoree? Why attention hogging?" Club Chalamet's owner appears to have taken a hiatus from posting to the account over the last month that they ended yesterday, coinciding with Chalamet and Jenner's appearance in Rome. "Abusive gaslighting has been done to our community by interlopers who have enjoyed the gossip situation of the past two years," the account claimed in an Instagram post shared on Thursday, May 8, its first since April 13. Read the original article on People
Metro
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Gal Gadot 'evacuated from London movie set' over pro-Palestine group arrival
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Gal Gadot was escorted off the set of her new film The Runner when a group of pro-Palestine protesters interrupted filming in London, it is reported. The 40-year-old Israeli actor, who stars in the film alongside Damien Lewis, has previously voiced her support for her country in the wake of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, leading to heated criticism. The Disney revamp of Snow White, released in March, faced boycott calls with pro-Palestine groups protesting against the Wonder Woman star's casting in the film as the Evil Queen. Now groups have reportedly turned up at the set of her new film The Runner to protest against her pro-Israel views. Police were pictured in a commotion on Camden Road, just above the canal where filming was taking place, on May 1. Gadot was escorted off set and replaced by a body double as activists waved flags, banged drums and shouted 'stop bombing Palestine' through a megaphone, it is reported. The actor, who previously served in the Israeli Defence Forces, was said to be 'fuming' at the interruption, according to The Daily Mail. She wore a blue running jacket and black leggings for her role as a London attorney whose son is abducted. Gadot was filmed running along the canal, shooting the film. This new project comes after Snow White proved a box office flop, as the film – with a production budget of $270 million (£203 million) – struggled to make back costs. While Gadot has publicly advocated for Israel over the years, her Snow White co-star Rachel Zegler made her support for Palestine clear. While directly promoting the film, Zegler thanked fans for their 'love' in response to the trailer in the summer, before adding on X: 'And always remember, free Palestine.' After this it was alleged Gadot received death threats and her security was upped by Disney as a result. Variety reported: ' Disney had to pay for additional security for the mother of four.' An insider also told the outlet that Zegler hadn't realised the ramifications of her tweet: 'She didn't understand the repercussions of her actions as far as what that meant for the film, for Gal, for anyone.' In October 2023, the Israeli actress voiced her support for her country after Hamas launched an attack at the Nova Music Festival, which killed 364 people. Gadot shared on Instagram: 'I stand with Israel you should too. 'The world cannot sit on the fence when these horrific acts of terror are happening!' In 2021, she also called for an end to conflict: 'My Heart breaks. My country is at war. I worry for my family, my friends. I worry for my people. 'This is a vicious cycle that has been going on far too long. Israel deserves to live as a free and safe nation, our neighbours deserve the same.' 'I pray for the victims and their families, I pray for this unimaginable hostility to end, I pray for our leaders to find the solution so we could live side by side in peace. 'I pray for better days.' Since the 2023 Hamas attacks, Israel's offensive campaign in Gaza has killed over 50,000 Palestinians, the territory's Hamas-run health ministry announced in March. Around 90% of Gaza's population of 2.3 million people has been displaced, and hundreds of thousands are struggling with hunger and disease in squalid tent camps on the coast, according to United Nations officials. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: A little-known app means I live in London for £99 a year MORE: One of London's 'Trees of the Year' could be felled to build council housing MORE: Enjoy the warmth while you can – it's fizzling out just in time for the bank holiday
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02-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Rachel Zegler to Star Alongside Marisa Tomei in Movie "She Gets It From Me"
Yara Sameh Rachel Zegler has lined her first film after 'Snow White' and is set to play the daughter of Marisa Tomei's wild-living mother in the comedy drama 'She Gets It From Me.' The film is directed by Julia von Heinz ('Treasure' and Germany's 2021 Oscar submission 'And Tomorrow the Entire World'), with Embankment launching global pre-sales in Cannes. Based on a true story, 'She Gets It From Me' follows Nicky (Zegler), whose engagement celebration turns into a search for her pill-popping, ex-punk rocker birth mother, Charlotte (Tomei). Together, the two embark on an anarchic mother-and-daughter journey to reconnect. The film's synopsis reads: 'YouTube is packed with tearful family reunions, but nobody films the messy aftermath.' 3311 Productions ('The Assistant,' 'Brigsby Bear,' 'Table 19') produces in partnership with Anna Werner for Seven Elephants ('And Tomorrow the Entire World,' 'Sun and Concrete,' 'Treasure') and Jay Reiss (Tony Award winning 'The Twenty Fifth Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,' 'The Oranges'), who also wrote the script. Embankment Films handles international sales with CAA representing U.S. rights. 'The emotional truth of the movie, reflecting parts of all our lives, is truly funny, immersive cinema,' said von Heinz. 'Jay's screenplay captures family dynamics at their most authentic: absurd yet profound, messy yet meaningful. The collision of two worlds creates comedy that cuts deep because it's so honest.' Added producer Jen Dana from 3311: 'Rachel always brings a brilliant depth and humanity to her roles, and we are so excited for her to continue to showcase her versatility and humor as an actress.' Zegler has been on a steep trajectory since breaking out in Steven Spielberg's 'West Side Story' adaptation (for which she won a Golden Globe), appearing in 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes' and, most recently, as the famed princess in the live-action 'Snow White.' She was recently announced as leading 'Evita' at the London Palladium. The Oscar winning and three-time nominee Tomei, meanwhile, continues to mix both indie and studio work, known for portraying May Parker in the Marvel Cinematic Universe alongside recent films including the Berlinale-bowing 'She Came to Me' and Prime Video rom-com 'Upgraded.' read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rachel Zegler ‘unhireable' as ‘Evita' box office struggles: Source
Welcome to 'The Scoop' — the ultimate back-to-the-office water cooler cheat sheet, your go-to source for all things everyone really wants to know! Get the latest on everything from the political swamp maneuvering in D.C. and Hollywood drama to jaw-dropping small-town shenanigans from Paula Froelich. (NewsNation) — Pity poor Rachel Zegler. The young actress, who many blame for the bombing of Disney's live-action 'Snow White' at the box office, sought solace on the stage. 'Hee Haw' actor, singer dead at 78 Zegler, who is considered 'untouchable' in Hollywood at the moment, signed on to play the title role of 'Evita' at London's famed Palladium… but it seems there aren't many takers for the tickets. According to London Theatre Direct, which sells theater tickets, there are still tickets available for all shows — and there are many of them. Only a handful of shows are considered to be semi-full. As I reported recently: '(Zegler) is too dangerous to touch,' my spy said. 'She doesn't know when to shut up. After this and what happened to 'Emilia Perez,' studios are going to be a lot more careful hiring lead actresses.' Zegler put herself in an awkward position after being awarded the role by criticizing the beloved original. As she told 'Extra' in 2022, the animated film was 'extremely dated when it comes to the ideas of women being in roles of power and what a woman's fit for in the world… The original cartoon came out in 1937, and very evidently so. 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… We have a different approach to what I'm sure a lot of people will assume is a love story just because we cast a guy in the movie.' Other comments Zegler has made that offended some Disney fans and conservatives include: Skewering people who were upset by her casting and calling them 'losers obsessed with maintaining the bloodline purity of cartoon princesses.' Zegler claimed her version of 'Snow White' is 'really not about the love story at all,' a change she deems 'wonderful.' Instead, it's about Snow White's 'inner journey' to 'find her true self.' After Donald Trump's reelection, Zegler posted in part on Instagram: 'May Trump supporters and Trump voters and Trump himself never know peace.' She apologized for her remarks two days later. While there were other issues with 'Snow White' (troublesome CGI dwarves, as opposed to casting real people), the son of 'Snow White' producer Marc Platt personally blamed Zegler for the underperformance of Disney's remake of the 1937 classic at the box office. Lana Del Rey says she kissed Morgan Wallen and it 'went to his head' Jonah Platt, who hosts the podcast 'Being Jewish,' criticized Zegler for 'dragging her personal politics into the middle of promoting a movie.' In a since-deleted post, Jonah Platt responded to an Instagram comment that reported Marc Platt's visit to 'reprimand' Zegler, according to Variety. Jonah said Marc Platt's attempt to get Zegler to delete her post was made at Disney's request. 'Yeah, my dad, the producer of enormous piece of Disney IP with hundreds of millions of dollars on the line, had to leave his family to to fly across the country to reprimand his 20 year old employee for dragging her personal politics into the middle of promoting the movie for which she signed a multi-million dollar contract to get paid and do publicity for,' Jonah Platt wrote, per Variety. 'This is called adult responsibility and accountability. And her actions clearly hurt the film's box office.' Kid Rock: I call Trump 'dragon slayer' for taking out 'woke DEI stuff' He added: 'Free speech does not mean you're allowed to say whatever you want in your private employment without repercussions. Tens of thousands of people worked on that film and she hijacked the conversation for her own immature desires at the risk of all the colleagues and crew and blue collar workers who depend on that movie to be successful. Narcissism is not something to be coddled or encouraged.' As my source notes, '(Zegler) is unhireable right now. She should start applying to college.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
