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Idris Elba Reveals That He Was Once Held At Gunpoint

Friday, July 28

Idris Elba detailed a harrowing experience of being held at gunpoint in a recent interview with The Daily Mail. The Hijack actor was trying to help a woman who was being abused in public.... Read More.

Idris Elba Says He Lost Interest In Playing James Bond Because ‘It Became About Race’

Thursday, June 29

Idris Elba was once excited about the prospect of playing James Bond in the 007 franchise—but the Luther actor told the hosts of the SmartLess podcast recently that the racism he experienced in response... Read More.

Idris Elba Plans To ‘Lean Away’ From Acting To Focus On Music

Wednesday, February 23

Idris Elba has music on his mind. The Luther actor told Vanity Fair recently that he’s planning to “lean away from the acting work" to put effort into making music. "Some may think, 'Well, it... Read More.

Hollywood Quick Hits: Jada Pinkett-Smith, Idris Elba & More!

Friday, July 2

RAPPER NAPOLEON SAYS JADA PINKETT SMTH TOLD TUPAC NOT TO FIGHT WILL SMITH WHEN THEY STARTED DATING: During an interview with The Art of Dialogue, rapper Napoleon revealed that Jada Pinkett Smith... Read More.

Hollywood Quick Hits: Idris Elba, Dave Chappelle & More!

Tuesday, May 11

DAVE CHAPPELLE SAYS IDRIS ELBA SOLD HIM DRUGS: Dave Chappelle has alleged that Idris Elba used to sell him weed. During an appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, he said, “Idris Elba, the... Read More.

Wendy Williams Says K. Michelle Leaked Silicone On Idris Elba

Friday, February 26

During her show yesterday (February 25th), Wendy Williams spoke on K. Michelle's butt falling out of place on Instagram Live. Wendy also alleged that the singer once leaked silicone on Idris Elba's sheets. ... Read More.

Industry News: Jennifer Hudson, Idris Elba, Baby, Box, Broker and More!

Thursday, August 27

KATE WINSLET, JENNIFER HUDSON, GLENN CLOSE JOIN BABY YAGA: Oscar winners Kate Winslet, Jennifer Hudson and Glenn Close have joined Daisy Ridley in the all-female voice cast of Baby Yaga, an immersive VR animated... Read More.

Hollywood Quick Hits: Will Smith, Idris Elba & More!

Monday, June 22

WILL SMITH SAYS HIS DIVORCE TO SHEREE ZAMPINO WAS THE 'ULTIMATE FAILURE' FOR HIM: During the Father's Day Episode of Red Table Talk, Will Smith revealed that his divorce from his first wife Sheree... Read More.

Industry News: Hollywood, Idris Elba, Disney and More!

Tuesday, April 21

TRAILER FOR HOLLYWOOD DROPS: Fans are getting their first look at Ryan Murphy's limited series, Hollywood, set for Netflix. The show follows aspiring actors and filmmakers in Tinseltown right after World War II. Hollywood... Read More.

Idris Elba Says We Should Quarantine For A Week Every Year

Tuesday, April 21

Idris Elba was dragged on social media after saying that he thinks we should take a week of quarantine every year so that we will never forget the coronavirus pandemic. In an interview with... Read More.