​Deceased director Rob Reiner is set to be honored at the upcoming Academy Awards, but the tribute is already stirring unexpected controversy.. As the film industry prepares to celebrate the late filmmaker’s legacy, actor Corey Feldman is reportedly questioning why he was left out of the planned moment.. The situation has created tension behind the scenes, especially among stars connected to Reiner’s beloved 1986 film “Stand By Me,” as friends and former co-stars try to make sense of the Academy’s decisions.. Article continues below advertisement. Rob Reiner Oscar Tribute Sparks Unexpected Backlash. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA. Plans are currently underway for a special tribute honoring Rob Reiner at this year’s Oscars. Still, the preparations have already sparked debate among some of the people who worked closely with him.. According to insiders, organizers intend to bring together several stars connected to the late director’s work to celebrate his career and lasting impact on Hollywood.. The tribute is expected to feature actors from two of his most beloved projects, “When Harry Met Sally” and “Stand By Me.”. Sources claim the Academy hopes to have Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal appear on stage to represent “When Harry Met Sally.”. Meanwhile, “Stand By Me” actors Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton are also reportedly expected to take part.. Article continues below advertisement. However, the tribute has drawn attention for who is missing from that list. Another star from the coming-of-age classic, Corey Feldman, was reportedly not included in the current plans, which has left the actor confused and deeply hurt.. Article continues below advertisement. Reiner Tribute Leaves Corey Feldman Feeling ‘Devastated’. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA. Feldman’s connection to Rob Reiner runs deep, which is why the alleged omission has reportedly been difficult for the actor to understand.. Sources told the Daily Mail Feldman was “devastated” after learning he was not part of the tribute lineup.. The actor, who played Teddy Duchamp in “Stand By Me,” apparently expected he would be invited alongside his former co-stars.. “He loved Rob and expected to be asked,” an insider said, especially given that O’Connell and Wheaton were reportedly contacted to participate.. The insider suggested the actor sees the situation as a painful snub rather than a scheduling issue.. Article continues below advertisement. “Corey wants nothing more than to honor Rob, and the fact that he currently isn’t allowed is an absolute slap in the face,” they continued. “Even if he wasn’t on the stage, he’d love to be there, to honor Rob.”. Feldman has long spoken about the importance of “Stand By Me” in his career and the influence Reiner had on the young cast when the film was made.. For that reason, the idea of being left out of a tribute honoring the director has reportedly been particularly difficult for him to pr  

​Mari announced on Instagram that she is expecting the couple’s second child together. The former Miss World America confirmed that they are preparing to welcome a baby girl.. Duhamel and Mari have been married for three years and share a two-year-old son, Shepherd.. The “Transformers” star is also father to an older son, Axl, whom he shares with his ex-wife, pop star Fergie.. As Duhamel looks forward to the arrival of his first daughter, he recently reflected on his past marriage to Fergie, maintaining that he has “no regrets” about how things transpired between them.. Article continues below advertisement. Audra Mari Announces Baby No. 2 With Sweet Gender Reveal. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA. Mari shared the happy news of her pregnancy with a series of photos on Instagram, showing off her growing baby bump.. The images were accompanied by a heartfelt caption that read, “Adding a little girl to our story…”. Mari also tagged Duhamel in the post and added that the couple couldn’t “wait to meet” their daughter.. The announcement quickly drew an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and friends in the comments.. “Congratulations, Audra! I had a feeling!” one user wrote.. Another commenter celebrated the upcoming arrival of a baby girl, joking that she would help to balance out the gender ratio in the Duhamel household.. “I did too! Those boys need some pink in their life!” the comment said.. Article continues below advertisement. Josh Duhamel Explains How Life With Audra Mari Differs From His Marriage To Fergie. View this post on Instagram. Duhamel and Mari tied the knot in their home state of North Dakota in September 2022.. The nuptials marked Mari’s first marriage, but Duhamel had previously been wed to former Black Eyed Peas star Fergie. In a 2023 appearance on “In Depth with Graham Bensinger,” he reflected on the differences between that first marriage and his current one.. According to Duhamel, his relationship with Fergie struggled in part because he never fully felt at home in the glitzy Hollywood.. “I’m just not a guy who is comfortable going to red carpets, doing all the Hollywood stuff,” he said.. In contrast, the actor pointed to the quieter lifestyle he now shares with Mari back in America’s heartland.. “That’s why Audra’s so great for me,” he continued. “Because we’re both hardcore North Dakotans who love it here.”. Article continues below advertisement. Josh Duhamel Still Co-Parents Son Axl With Fergie After Their Divorce. View this post on Instagram. Duhamel and Fergie were married for nearly a decade after they walked down the aisle in 2009.. The couple announced their separation in 2017 and finalized a divorce roughly two years later.. Their son, Axl Jack Duhamel, was born in August 2013, and the pair have continued to co-parent him since their split.. During his conversation with Bensinger, Duhamel said he holds no regrets about the end of their relationship and e  

​The race for Best Actor at the upcoming Academy Awards is suddenly turning into one of the most unpredictable showdowns in recent memory.. For months, Timothée Chalamet looked unstoppable thanks to his performance in “Marty Supreme.” However, as the final round of voting closes, the mood in Hollywood appears to be shifting.. Rivals are gaining ground, industry chatter is growing louder, and a quiet push among insiders is raising a controversial question: Is the industry starting to turn on Chalamet?. Article continues below advertisement. Timothée Chalamet’s Oscar Front-Runner Status Faces Sudden Pressure. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency. Throughout most of the awards season, Timothée Chalamet appeared to be the clear favorite to take home Best Actor.. His performance in “Marty Supreme,” a commercially successful ping-pong drama, positioned him as the star to beat. Momentum grew even stronger earlier in the season when the actor picked up a major win at the Golden Globe Awards in January.. During that moment on stage, he also acknowledged his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, further placing him at the center of Hollywood attention.. At that point, many observers believed the 30-year-old was on track for an easy victory at the Oscars.. After all, the nomination marks the third time Chalamet has been recognized by the Academy, following nods for “Call Me By Your Name” and “A Complete Unknown.”. Article continues below advertisement. However, recent developments suggest the race is far from settled. According to a report from the Daily Mail, Industry watchers now believe the final days before the Oscars could dramatically reshape the outcome.. Article continues below advertisement. Chalamet Faces Growing Competition From Michael B. Jordan. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. One of the biggest shifts in the race comes from Michael B. Jordan, whose momentum has surged in the final stretch of the awards season.. Jordan’s performance as twin brothers Smoke and Stack in “Sinners” has suddenly gained strong backing among voters.. The turning point came when he won Best Actor at the Actors Awards, where he delivered an emotional speech that resonated with the room.. The reaction inside the ceremony reportedly made the shift in support clear. Presenter Viola Davis was said to have shouted with excitement when Jordan’s name was revealed.. Jordan also benefited from a wave of sympathy after a troubling moment at the BAFTA Awards ceremony.. While he and co-star Delroy Lindo presented an award, Tourette’s Syndrome campaigner John Davidson shouted a racial slur from the audience.. Article continues below advertisement. The incident sparked anger across Hollywood, particularly toward the BBC, which allowed the moment to air despite the broadcast delay.. Many insiders believe the situation created additional goodwill toward Jordan within the industry.. Article continues below advertisement. Timothée Chalamet’s Campaign Style Raises Eyebrows In Hollywood  

​Pop star Britney Spears is making headlines due to another traffic incident. According to arrest records from the Ventura Sheriff’s Office, the “Toxic” singer was placed under arrest on the night of March 4 and was released early in the morning on Thursday, March 5. She was arrested under suspicion of a DUI; however, it was listed as a “cite and release” with no probation.. Article continues below advertisement. Britney Spears Creates Concern With Recent Arrest. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / MEGA. On Wednesday, March 4, the “Lucky” singer was arrested and released the following morning under suspicion of a DUI. She is scheduled to appear in court on May 4.. In a brief statement, her rep told PEOPLE magazine that “This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable.” They went on to say:. “Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time.”. Article continues below advertisement. Britney’s Sons Will Be Spending Time With Her. Instagram | Britney Spears. Her rep assured the public that her two sons would be there to support her. “Her boys are going to be spending time with her. Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue needed plan to set her up for success for well being.”. Britney shares sons Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, with her ex-husband, Kevin Federline. In October 2025, Federline released a memoir called “You Thought You Knew,” which addressed his tumultuous marriage to the “Gimme More” singer.. Article continues below advertisement. Britney Spears Fans Compare Her To Her Ex, Justin Timberlake. MEGA. In the comments of the publication’s article, many fans expressed frustration that celebrities are seemingly held to a different standard than the rest of the public. “Notice some celebrities just get a slap on the wrist and a slight fine? No jail time. What makes them exempt and above the law?” one user asked.. Another referenced her ex, Justin Timberlake, and his Sag Harbor DWI arrest. “This makes me so mad! She and others like her for instance Justin Timberlake her ex have more than enough money to call an Uber to cart their drunk themselves around, but instead they choose to get behind the wheel of a car! How many times did she this before she got arrested?? Glad she didn’t hurt anyone!” another fan shared.. Article continues below advertisement. One user replied to that comment, adding, “I don’t think it’s a case of they have enough money for an Uber. They are intoxicated and think they are ok to drive and do.”. Article continues below advertisement. Justin Timberlake Sues To Stop DWI Arrest Video. MEGA. As NBC News reported, Justin Timberlake has headed to court to prevent the release of the police body camera video after he was arrested in 2024 for driving w  

​It appears that time has not improved the fractured relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry, as a royal author shared that “nothing has changed” between the siblings in a new report.. The expert also expressed concern over how the Prince of Wales is handling the matter, drawing a parallel between the relationship with his estranged brother and his role as future King.. Meanwhile, reports claim Prince William’s wife Kate Middleton was a central figure in calming him when he got “riled up” about his rift with Prince Harry.. Article continues below advertisement. Author Reveals Why Prince William’s Relationship With Prince Harry Is Still Strained. MEGA. Prince William and Prince Harry’s relationship has seemingly not gotten any better in more than 5 years since the Duke of Sussex left royal life, and 3 years since he released his controversial memoir “Spare.”. According to People Magazine, royal author Omid Scobie took a dip into how things currently stand between the warring brothers, saying no meaningful change has occurred since.. In 2023, “Harry was still waiting for that moment of accountability from his brother — an opportunity to talk about many of the grievances that have built up to this point and be able to move on from that,” Scobie told the news outlet.. “Nothing has changed,” he continued. “The expectations and wants and wishes of Prince Harry are exactly the same as they were then — and none of them have been met.”. Article continues below advertisement. Prince Harry Did All He Could To Reach His Brother, But Never Heard Back: ‘The Ball Has Been In William’s Court’. MEGA. The brothers have not been on speaking terms since Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped back from their royal roles in 2020 to pursue a private life in America.. Things further soured when, about three years down the line, the duke released his controversial memoir detailing disturbing allegations against several members of the royal family.. Yet during that time, the “Endgame” author, Scobie, explained that Harry did all to get in contact with William both directly and “through mutual friends and individuals that they both deem important in their lives,” but didn’t hear back from him.. Scobie further pointed out that he has seen “some moments of warmth” between Harry and his father, King Charles, in recent years, but “that hasn’t happened with William.”. Article continues below advertisement. MEGA. Article continues below advertisement. “The ball has been in William’s court for some time now,” Scobie said. “And he’s chosen not just to knock it back, but to kick it in the other direction.”. The author continued, “I think in terms of family, it takes two, and I think we have seen some effort between Harry and his father go both ways.”. However, the same cannot be said for the situation with William, who, according to Scobie, is “avoiding dealing with this matter whatsoever.”. Article continues below advertisement. The Royal Author Suggests Prince