HBO hires Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod for the new Harry Potter series.
The “Harry Potter” franchise is set to experience a major revival, as HBO is preparing to launch a new untitled series which is based on the Harry Potter books. “Succession” duo, Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod have been set to produce the upcoming series. Gardiner has been tapped to be the writer and executive producer, while Mylod will direct multiple episodes. Gardiner and Mylod are believed to be the best creative partners to steer the series and with the duo now in place, the casting process will be the next course of development. The first instalment of the series is scheduled to premiere in 2026.
The HBO #HarryPotter series has named Francesca Gardiner as its writer and showrunner and tapped Mark Mylod to direct multiple episodes. Both are Emmy winners for #Succession: https://t.co/Pm2MvqRrV8 pic.twitter.com/2PXXcGxznJ
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) June 26, 2024
Don Toliver speaks on making a joint album with Travis Scott.
American rapper, Don Toliver’s new album, “Hardstone Psycho” has received huge success since its release. His two collaborations with Travis Scott have however been the most talked about songs off the new project, with many acknowledging the sync between the two rappers. In a new interview with GQ, the Cactus Jack artist discussed the possibility of making a collaborative album with Travis Scott. He said, “I don’t know what the future holds, but I’m going to tell you this: I love Travis so much. And me and him just, we grow together. So I mean, you can expect possibly anything from us… It doesn’t look too far away on the horizon. So, we’ll see.” Fans have expressed huge excitement at the potential of a joint project from the star duo.
Don Toliver speaks on a potential collab album with Travis Scott 👀💿
“I love Travis so much… And me and him we just grow together. I can say this, it’d be a beautiful thing. And it doesn't look too far away on the horizon. So, we'll see.” pic.twitter.com/43I4YQ43ib
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) June 26, 2024
Muyeez releases a new project, “Hat Trick”, with star collaborations.
New Vibez Entertainment artist, Muyeez is making huge waves in the Nigerian music scene. After his hit record, “Instagram” which spent multiple weeks atop the Apple Music Nigeria chart, the emerging star has just surprised his fans with a new EP titled “Hat Trick”. The new five-track project features appearances from Seyi Vibez, Reekado Banks, Shallipopi and label colleagues, Tml Vibez and Billion Solar. The EP has entered the top 20 in the Nigeria albums chart and fans are convinced that Muyeez will be one of the biggest breakout stars this year.
Seyi Vibez’s new artiste Muyeez just released a new EP titled "Hat-Trick".
The EP features Seyi Vibez, Shallipopi, Reekado Banks, Tml Vibez and Billion Solar 🔥 pic.twitter.com/st0FFidoKK
— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) June 26, 2024
Shaquille O’Neal to release a new song, “No Love Lost” with Jay Z and Nas.
NBA Hall of Famer, Shaquille O’Neal is set to officially release his third studio album on streaming platforms this Friday. Per reports, he is set to surprise fans by adding an unreleased version of his “No Love Lost” record which features two of the greatest hip hop artists of all time, Jay Z and Nas. The studio version of this record which was released in 1996 originally featured Jay Z and Lord Tariq. Nas’ feud with Jay Z at the time prevented the collaboration and nearly two decades since the duo squashed their beef, their first original collaboration will now be released.
SHAQUILLE O’NEAL
JAY-Z
NASNO LOVE LOST 🎵
🚨JUNE 28TH🚨 pic.twitter.com/60uHXL6MWU
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) June 26, 2024
Sage Hollywood actor, Bill Cobbs has passed away at age 90.
Veteran Hollywood actor, Bill Cobbs, most popular for his acting contributions in multiple series like “The Sopranos”, “Night at the Museum” and “Sesame Street” was pronounced dead on Tuesday at his home in California. This news was first announced in a social media post from his brother, Thomas G. Cobbs and confirmed by his agent, Carmela Evangelista. Despite not being a household name in TV, movie lovers will definitely recognize his face, as he appeared in over 200 films. The prominent theatre actor died at age 90.
Veteran actor Bill Cobbs has passed away at the age of 90. pic.twitter.com/Cj7qfVGYZz
— Pop Base (@PopBase) June 26, 2024
