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From Carey Mulligan to Eva Mendes, stars open up on kissing Johnny Depp on-screen: 'Very good kisser'
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2023-06-08 19:25

Hollywood chiefs and writers to resume negotiations Thursday after attendees 'encouraged' by talks
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2023-09-21 11:20

Olivia Dunne expresses love for cute puppy she recently adopted, fans call it 'best kind of emotion'
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Fired ‘GMA’ star TJ Holmes addresses critics in cryptic post as he speaks about ‘painful war’ against him
Ousted 'GMA3' host TJ Holmes responds to his critics with a cryptic Instagram post talking about finding a blessing in the darkest moments
2023-09-27 15:18

Kai Cenat reacts after being mentioned in Joe Budden's Drake diss amid ongoing feud: 'Why am I always catching strays'
Joe Budden's Drake diss draws Kai Cenat's reaction amidst the drama
2023-10-11 16:24

Japan's Nintendo is developing a live-action film based on its hit video game 'The Legend of Zelda'
Nintendo is developing a live-action film based on its hit video game “The Legend of Zelda.”
2023-11-08 12:18

'Quarterback' goes deep with three NFL QBs, but Patrick Mahomes is the MVP here, too
Taking viewers into the huddle and locker room and onto the field, "Quarterback" offers a three-headed view of life in the NFL trenches that should be enticing to football fans. As it happens, though, not all play callers are created equal, with Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes easily providing the best and most entertaining company, eclipsing the mere mortals who flesh out the Netflix docuseries.
2023-07-12 23:25

Former 'Bachelorette' contestant Josh Seiter is 'alive and well' after his own Instagram account announced his death
Josh Seiter, a former contestant on ABC's dating reality show "The Bachelorette," says he is "alive and well" after a statement announcing his death was posted to his verified Instagram page on Monday — triggering international coverage.
2023-08-30 06:27

Megan Barton Hanson reveals all the Love Island secrets
Love Island is back with ten new singletons putting all their eggs in one basket. Like most Love Island alumni, Megan Barton Hanson sky-rocketed to fame when she strolled out of the villa in 2018. At just 28 years old, Megan has combined her unapologetic attitude with her impressive social media presence to flip dated views of sexuality on their head. Last summer, she voiced her opinions on sex workers' rights and the new age of porn at one of the world's most prestigious universities. "I’ve always felt the same about women’s issues," Megan told indy100, who openly shares her candid thoughts in her sex and relationships column for VICE and podcast You Come First. She added: "I’ve always been keen for women to have a voice and to feel sexually liberated, but no one really listened before or cared about my opinion. Now I’ve gained such a platform. It’s so important to use it for good and for those who aren’t being heard." Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Recalling her Love Island experience, Megan said her model agent put her forward for the show. "I didn’t think I would get very far because I’m quite introverted and shy until I know people better," she shared. "I think they loved my honesty, though." Despite Love Island having viewers gripped over the summer, a certain mystery remains. There are parts of the show that are so elusive, so much so that Megan only found out she was heading to the villa 48 hours before. With Love Island 2023 in full swing, Megan gives indy100 the scoop on all the Love Island secrets. Islanders have to pass a pre-show STI screening “Thank god, or there would have been zero action," Megan revealed. "It’s so important for me to check every partner has been tested before sleeping together.” …Speaking of safe sex, plenty of branded Love Island condoms are said to be scattered around the villa. The hidden smoking area Due to OFCOM's broadcasting guidelines, smoking "must generally be avoided and in any case must not be condoned, encouraged or glamorised.” Love Island is no exception. Megan revealed islanders have to ask for permission for a smoke break and go one at a time to the designated area. “Having to ask for a cigarette after a row wasn’t a vibe,” she joked. “The stress!” The show runners grow to become friends The crew behind the scenes become pretty close to the islanders. Megan noted that while they "don't directly tell you what to do", it's nice that they chat to you after things after a villa spat. Dinner in the villa While we see islanders battling it out at breakfast, we rarely see them eat any other meal. This is because a catering company comes in with a buffet-style selection of chicken, fish and vegetables. It is also a time for contestants to charge up their mics. “There are runners making sure that there are no storyline conversations, so you aren’t meant to sit near who you are coupled up with, and you are only allowed to chit-chat,” Megan revealed. “If you are lucky, the runners will put on some music and play our favourite songs so we can have a little dance after lunch. Then we get ready for the evening!” The rush to get ready Islanders are allocated a time slot to shower, with Megan saying they only had 20 minutes to get ready. “The stress was real,” Megan said. “I’m so bad at getting ready under pressure,” she said. “With the heat and humidity, I had daily sweaty top lips! Not a look I was picturing for my Love Island experience! Time awareness isn't a thing There are no clocks or calendars around the villa, meaning islanders have no clue what time or date it is. However, Megan found a sneaky loophole after discovering the time was hidden behind a sticker on the cooker. “Me and Wes peeled the tape off to sneak a look,” Megan joked. “This was, however, a big mistake as it was 2am, and we still had loads of chats and beach hut interviews to film!” “I'VE GOT A TEXT!” Megan revealed that the mobile phones were rarely used “unless we were told to go and hold them – this way, we knew something spicy was about to happen.” Of course, they have no internet access but can be used to text other islanders and producers. “Thank god, though,” Megan added. “I would have run up that gravel driveway as quick as possible and gone into hiding if I knew how bad the press was about me!” Megan came fourth place in the 2018 series with then-partner Wes Nelson. She described leaving the villa as a whirlwind, becoming overwhelmed by the amount of love. Despite receiving some harsh criticism while in the villa, Megan said: "the nice messages certainly outweighed the negativity." As for what's next? Megan is currently working on her own lingerie line with one of her favourite brands. "I can’t wait to share more with you, but for now, I’ve got to keep it under wraps," she said. "People have been asking for some 'Meg-approved' lingerie, so I’m so pleased to be able to provide it now!" Megan is also keen to have her own documentary series exploring issues such as sex positivity, sex work, and body positivity. She said: "I am really interested in finding out more about how we have gotten to the place we are in today as a society where these topics are so taboo. "I know a lot of brands and production companies have shied away from working with sex workers and OnlyFans girls, so hopefully, as it becomes more normalised, I will get the chance to them!" Have your say in our news democracy. 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2023-06-09 19:25

Reese Witherspoon recalls feeling 'true disgust' at Hollywood director who assaulted her when she was 16
Witherspoon, recently named the richest self-made female actor by Forbes, opened up about being sexually assaulted by powerful men in the industry
2023-06-07 19:52

'Jurassic Park' more than holds up 30 years later. Here's why
It's been 30 years since Steven Spielberg's dinosaurs stampeded across the screen in the first "Jurassic Park," but it feels more recent.
2023-06-09 23:15
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