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Nicki Minaj hints at a Pink Friday 2: Gag City Reloaded release.

Hip Hop star, Nicki Minaj has revealed that a deluxe version of her album, Pink Friday 2 is on the way. On Tuesday (Aug. 20), the Young Money star hinted at the release on Twitter with a message that read, “PF2 Gag City Reloaded — the album,” leading fans to believe an updated version is imminent. Pink Friday 2, the sequel to her 2010 debut Pink Friday, was released in December 2023, featuring 22 tracks and collaborations with artists like J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Drake, Lil Uzi Vert, and Future. Following its release, Minaj added a few extra tracks to streaming platforms as part of a deluxe edition. She also recently announced the dates for her “Pink Friday 2 World Tour: Gag City Reloaded,” which starts in Philadelphia this September and ends in Queens, NY in October.

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Millie Bobby Brown to adapt her debut novel into a Netflix movie.

“Stranger Things” star, Millie Bobby Brown is set to adapt her debut novel, “Nineteen Steps”, into a feature film for Netflix. Brown will produce the movie through her company, PCMA Productions, and is in talks to star in the adaptation, according to Deadline. “Nineteen Steps”, published in September 2023, is a World War II-era story inspired by Brown’s grandmother’s life. It follows 18-year-old Nellie Morris, who lives in Bethnal Green, East London, and falls for an American airman named Ray. Her life takes a dramatic turn after surviving the Bethnal Green Tube disaster, which claimed the lives of 173 civilians during an air raid. The screenplay will be written by Anthony McCarten, known for Bohemian Rhapsody and Darkest Hour, with Jonathan Eirich and Nick Reynolds also attached as producers.

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The Last of Us 2 has officially wrapped up filming ahead of its 2025 release.

After six months of production, The Last of Us season 2 has wrapped filming, according to producer Timothy Good. Good celebrated the milestone with a post honoring the production crew, sharing several photos from a neon-themed wrap party where the cast and crew gathered to celebrate. In his post, Good expressed his gratitude, stating, “Congratulations to the incredible production crew” and concluded with, “We will bring your hard work home now!” However, he did not confirm a release date for the highly anticipated season. Season 2 will continue the story of the acclaimed HBO series, following Ellie and Joel five years after the events of the first season. It will adapt The Last of Us: Part II, the 2020 sequel video game, and will feature returning stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, along with newcomers Kaitlyn Dever, Isabela Merced, Jeffrey Wright, and Young Mazino.

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Victoria Monét announces the release date for her upcoming single, “SOS”.

RnB sensation, who has captivated the music industry, Victoria Monét is set to release her new single “SOS” on August 27, 2024. This announcement follows an incredible year for Monét, marked by the success of her debut studio album, Jaguar II, which made a significant impact upon its release last August. The 11-track album, highlighted by the hit single “On My Mama,” garnered widespread attention and acclaim, culminating in three Grammy wins in February. Monét took home awards for Best New Artist, Best R&B Album, and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. With the upcoming release of “SOS,” fans are eager to see how Monét will continue to evolve her signature sound, known for its blend of soulful melodies and innovative production, and build on the momentum of her previous successes.

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Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck two years after their marriage.

Hollywood star, Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, bringing an end to their two-decade-long relationship. The 55-year-old singer and actress filed the paperwork on Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, coinciding with the couple’s second wedding anniversary, as reported by court documents. Lopez and Affleck first got engaged in the early 2000s but called off their wedding shortly before it was set to take place. They rekindled their romance in 2021 and married in a Las Vegas ceremony on July 16, 2022, followed by a formal wedding in Georgia on August 20, 2022. Speculation about their relationship had been swirling for months, especially after they put their Beverly Hills mansion up for sale and were seen without their wedding rings. Lopez’s filing now confirms the ongoing rumors of their separation.

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