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On today’s episode of Variety’s “Strictly Business” podcast, Madison Wells Media head Gigi Pritzker and newly appointed president and chief content officer Dan Steinman discuss how well-positioned indie companies navigate the ups and downs of a changing market. “We have to get smarter,” Pritzker said. “Even cheap movies are expensive,” Steinman says. Pritzker said he hired Steinman at this time because the company wants to have a bigger presence in international film sales. Steinman is a Black Bear Pictures alumnus and former CAA agent. “The opportunity with Dan was to bring in someone who has tremendous experience and expertise in…

Performing a prayer. Jon Bon Jovi abruptly canceled his Bon Jovi Madison Square Garden show Thursday night due to a sinus infection. A representative for the singer told Page Six: “Jon Bon Jovi spoke from the stage and informed fans that he was battling a sinus infection, which led to the early end of the show.” Jon Bon Jovi’s concert cancellation was due to sinusitis. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Bon Jovi On Thursday, the singer’s publicist released a statement after the singer fled the stage at Madison Square Garden. @omarizzo/X The statement continued: “As part of Bon Jovi’s residency at…

Tom Holland may be ready to rule Ithaca, but it turns out he’s no master of his own belly. The “Odyssey” star appeared on the latest episode of “Hot Ones” and ended up vomiting after eating the show’s signature spicy chicken wings. Holland appeared on the YouTube show with co-star Jon Bernthal. It was clear that the London-born Dutchman was struggling with the spiciness of chicken wings throughout the interview. But after the actors finished eating Wings of Death, the pair got up for a promotional shoot with host Shaun Evans. Before he could bend over, Holland began coughing and…

Meghan McCain has applauded trolls who called her “old and ugly” and body shamed her. “I’m normally an armadillo-skinned person, but I’ve gotten a lot of comments about how ‘old and ugly’ I look now,” the former “View” host said on Wednesday’s episode of the “Citizen McCain” podcast. “I’m 41 years old…I’m aging. I’m aging. I’ve gained even more weight because I had three kids,” she continued, referring to her three children Liberty, 5, Clover, 3, and Ransom, 6 months, whom she shares with husband Ben Domenech. “I look different because I don’t have my hair and makeup done professionally…

Reacher’s Alan Ritchson gets passionate about politics on the latest episode of Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast, gushing about the Epstein file and the “fucking rapists” in politics. “Fucking Epstein files! Fuck you! Where are they? That’s the fucking law, bitch. Show me you fucking pedophiles,” Ritchson said. “I shouldn’t say ‘fuck’ because I’m a Christian. And people will say, ‘How can you say f**k if you’re a Christian?’ Because that’s what makes you want to say f**k.” In typical Jack Reacher fashion, Ritchson continued, “This is my fucking politics, man, I’d train these assholes. Get the Epstein files…

Oprah Winfrey’s short stint as a singer still haunts her. The former “Oprah Winfrey Show” host recalled her short-lived self-penned theme song “Run On” during an appearance on the “Baby This Is Kiki Palmer” podcast on Thursday. As Palmer began singing the song, Winfrey responded, “Girl, go ahead.” “Okay, that’s one of the mistakes of my career.” Oprah Winfrey has revealed that her 1998 song “Run On” was a big mistake in her career. Keke Palmer Podcast/Instagram The former ‘Oprah Winfrey Show’ host cringed when KiKi Palmer (pictured) started singing the short-lived theme song. Keke Palmer Podcast/Instagram “What happened was…

Three emerging New York City-based filmmakers, including Shanice Brett (“Mamma”), Annie Ning (“The Only Man”) and April Wen (“Natural History”), have been selected to receive $10,000 as part of Genesis House and Gotham Film & Media Institute’s inaugural Short Film Fellowship Program. In addition to the prize money, which will go toward completing the short story, the three selected filmmakers will receive professional one-on-one mentorship sessions, access to Genesis House programs and events, industry screenings and panels during Gotham Week, and networking opportunities with prominent filmmakers. “These filmmakers exemplify the bold creativity and fresh perspectives that Genesis House was founded…

Gene Hackman’s $80 million estate lawsuit is still ongoing, with the actor’s personal representative citing tax issues as the reason for the nonpayment. According to court documents obtained by Page Six, a Santa Fe County court judge filed a “notice of inactivity” after the case had not been filed for a “substantial period.” Personal representative Julia L. Peters asked the court to leave the case open, writing in her response that “the heirs have filed estate tax returns with the IRS and there are pending tax matters related to the estate that must be completed before the estate can be…

Prime Video will exclusively release a new documentary series worldwide about the Spanish national team’s controversial and politically tainted victory at this year’s FIFA World Cup. This feat gave Spain their second World Cup victory, defeating Argentina in New Jersey. Produced by the Real Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and Telefonica Broadcast Service (TBS), the documentary series, which is currently untitled, promises exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the Spanish team and Ferran Torres’ extra-time goal that secured Spain’s 1-0 victory. Featuring never-before-seen footage and testimonials from all key players, viewers will have access to unique moments examining the triumphs of a group…

2 minute readrundownSelena Gomez shared photos from her trip to Italy on Instagram, including shots of herself in a bikini and one-piece swimsuit. Her husband, Benny Blanco, responded to the post with four witty comments. Blanco was vocal about how much he loves his wife throughout his birthday week.Selena Gomez has shared more photos from her vacation in Italy, this time showing off her swimsuit style. The actress and singer appeared on the Instagram carousel wearing a blue bikini and a white dress. She also posted photos of herself on a yacht, with her horses and enjoying the sights of…