'Hocus Pocus' Star Vinessa Shaw 'Would Love' to Return for the Highly Anticipated Disney+ Sequel

Photo: Mary Evans/Ronald Grant/Everett Collection Vinessa Shawis up for another Halloween battle against the Sanderson sisters. TheHocus Pocusactress, 45, said she “would love” to return for the upcoming Disney+ sequel to the 1993 cult classic, in whichBette Midler,Sarah Jessica Parkerand Kathy Najimy will reprise their roles as the witchy trio. “I haven’t heard anything,” Shaw toldEntertainment Tonighton Friday. “I know, it’s so disappointing. I would love to do the sequel....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Jesse Hunt

'Innocent and Helpless' Boy, 6, Was Beaten to Death by Mom's Boyfriend While She Watched

Zymere Perkins.Photo: Facebook A lifetime behind bars is a possibility now for a 49-year-old New York City man, who this week was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2016 bludgeoning death of his girlfriend’s 6-year-old son. PEOPLE confirms jurors returned a guilty verdict Wednesday against Rysheim Smith, finding him responsible for the brutal killing of Zymere Perkins on Sept. 26, 2016. At trial, prosecutors argued that Smith beat the child with a splintered broomstick after forcing him into the shower, essentially waterboarding the boy with freezing water....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Tiffany Hawkins

'It's Not Right': 27 Actresses Who've Spoken Out About Being Paid Less than Male Stars

01of 27Jennifer LawrenceHan Myung-Gu/WireImageAfter it was revealedin the 2014 Sony hackthat Lawrence had earned less money than her maleAmerican Hustlecostars, she reflected on why she hadn’t fought for more moneyin a pointed essay for Lenny Letter.“I would be lying if I didn’t say there was an element of wanting to be liked that influenced my decision to close the deal without a real fight,” she wrote. “I didn’t want to seem ‘difficult’ or ‘spoiled....

March 16, 2025 · 23 min · 4697 words · John Smith

'Jersey Girl' Turns 15! A Look Back at When Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Were the Hottest Couple

Jersey Girl —which turns 15 on Tuesday — didn’t land with the same impact as writer/director Kevin Smith’s most iconic comedies, but it did mark the end of an era for one of Hollywood’s most iconic love stories. Smith’s heartwarming film — which also starred Liv Tyler, George Carlin, Stephen Root, Mike Starr and Raquel Castro — centers on young father Ollie (Affleck) who must take care of his daughter after his wife, Gertie (Lopez), dies in childbirth....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Madison Cruz

'Jersey Shore' 's Deena Cortese Reveals Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola Is 'Happy' About Skipping Reboot

Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancolaisn’t having second thoughts about skipping theJersey Shorereboot.“She is doing great and building a house with her boyfriend and happy in her relationship,”Deena Cortesetells PEOPLE at the Jersey Shore and Emmy/ FYC event at Little Dom’s restaurant in Los Angeles on Friday.Cortese — who sees Giancola, 31, frequently because the reality stars live close to each other — adds, “I think she is glad she made the decision not to come back....

March 16, 2025 · 4 min · 712 words · Luis Arnold

'Jersey Shore' 's Ronnie Ortiz-Magro Jokes About His Car Fight with Jen Harley: 'Too Soon?'

Ronnie Ortiz-Magrois making light of a fight with his off-on girlfriend in which police had to get involved. On Wednesday, Ortiz-Magro took to his Instagram story to joke about a recent incident in which it was alleged that his ex Jen Harley briefly dragged him with her car while their infant daughter was in the backseat. “#LifeCanBeALotOfThingsButNeverLetItBeADrag,” theJersey Shorestar captioned a still ofHeath Ledgeras the The Joker with the quote: “Wanna know how I got these scars?...

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Steven Johnson

'Jersey Shore'' s Mike & Lauren Sorrentino Start Over in New Home — See Their Hyper-Organized Pantry

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentinoand his wife,Lauren, got a fresh start this December, when they moved into a new home following a tumultuous year. Now, the couple is making the New Jersey mansion their dream house with a very special makeover. “We truly believe that the comeback is ALWAYS greater than the setback and we can’t wait to show the world ours,” the couple told PEOPLE in a statement at the time....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Melissa George

'Knives Out' Star Lakeith Stanfield on Announced Sequel: 'Rian Johnson Might Do Anything'

Our first clue about theKnives Outsequel? Expect the unexpected. Lakeith Stanfield, who plays Lieutenant Elliott in last year’s wildly popular murder mystery, said he’s still in the dark about the newly announced project. “Rian Johnson is such a good writer, he might do anything,” the actor, 28, tells PEOPLE of the writer/director’s plans. “But I’m glad they’re doing another one.” Last month, Johnson announced that a sequel was in development and sent fans into a frenzy....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 291 words · Troy Oliver

'Let It Go' Girl, 7, Performs Ukrainian Anthem in Poland After Bomb Shelter Performance Goes Viral

A star is born! Amelia Anisovych, the 7-year-old girl whowent viral for singing “Let It Go” fromFrozenin a bomb shelter in Ukraine, took her singing talents to Poland when she performed the Ukrainian national anthem during a charity concert on Sunday evening, according to the Associated Press. At the Atlas Arena in Lodz, Anisovych sang her home country’s anthem in front of thousands of people as part of Together with Ukraine, which reportedly raised funds to support Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) — an organization providing aid to victims ofRussia’s invasion of Ukraine....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 467 words · Troy Jackson

'Little People, Big World' Star Amy Roloff Shares Appreciation Post for Husband Chris Marek: 'Love You'

Chris Marek and Amy Roloff pose for a photo during a recent trip to Austin, Texas.Photo:Amy Roloff/Instagram Amy Roloff/Instagram TheLittle People, Big Worldstar, 60, took a moment on Saturday to share her appreciation for her husband of nearly two years. In anInstagram postthat included a series of photos from the couple’s recent trip to Austin, Texas, Roloff shouted out her spouse for supporting her while she attended two events that are close to her heart....

March 16, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Katie Cox

'Little Women: Atlanta' Star Amanda Salinas' Wedding Turns Emotional During Father-Daughter Dance

Just married! PEOPLE has exclusive photos and a sneak peek atLittle Women:Atlanta‘s Amanda Salinas and Jordan Castillo’s wedding ceremony. In a clip of Thursday’s episode featuring the big night, the Tiny Twin gets emotional during her father-daughter dance. “Chula, mija,” her dad whispers as they begin to dance. “I love you, mama.” Pharris Photography, LLC Amanda Salinas and Jordan Castillo with family.Pharris Photography, LLC “My dad is my everything,” Salinas, 27, says....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 303 words · Erica Garner

'Little Women: LA' Star Christy Gibel Files Restraining Order Against Husband Todd

Photo: David Livingston/Getty Little Women: LAstar Christy Gibel has filed a temporary restraining order against husband Todd Gibel. The reality star, 41, filed court documents Wednesday in Los Angeles in order to protect herself from Todd. “Currently, Christy is looking forward to mov[ing] to a place of healing and safety – first and foremost – for herself and her daughter Autumn,” a spokesperson for the star tells PEOPLE. TMZ, whichfirst reported the news, reports Christy, who married Todd in 2014, was moved to action after her husband allegedly impersonated her via email and shut her out of her social media accounts....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 361 words · Jordan Salinas

'Loki' 's Sophia Di Martino 'Grateful' for Designer Who Made Costume Accessible for Breastfeeding

Photo: Disney + Sophia Di Martino is thankful for “genius” costume designer Christine Wada, who made her superhero costume accessible for breast pumping. OnInstagram Thursday, theLokiactress, who plays Sylvie on the Marvel Disney+ show, shared a behind-the-scenes snapshot from her time making the series, showing off how her outfit was altered so that she could pump between takes. “It’s little (big) things like this that made it possible for me to do my job AND be a parent,” she added....

March 16, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Richard Smith