Photo: Jessica Miglio/Warner Bros. Pictures
It’s a blockbuster week for pop culture fans as superheroes, fashion icons, and pop stars all make headlines.
First up, the Superman reboot is generating buzz—and backlash—over what some are calling a “woke” storyline. With David Corenswet donning the cape and rumors swirling about a progressive take on Clark Kent’s mission, fans are split. Some praise the inclusive approach, while others accuse the film of “ruining” a classic.
Photo: The White House
The political crossover came fast and loud when the official White House X account posted a doctored movie poster featuring President Donald Trump’s face replacing Corenswet’s, alongside the slogan “A Trump Presidency: Truth. Justice. The American Way.”
Meanwhile, Justin Bieber is staging a major comeback. His surprise album, Swag, dropped today and features a mix of R&B, pop, and introspective ballads, sparking speculation about a potential world tour. It’s Bieber’s first full-length studio album in nearly three years.
And for fashion-forward film fans: The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially happening. Disney has confirmed the long-awaited sequel is in development, with both Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway returning. The plot is under wraps, but insiders say it may explore the world of digital influencers and the decline of legacy fashion media.
Whether you’re a cinephile, a Belieber, or just here for the memes, we cover it all on Heather Brooker's weekly entertainment report on the Gary and Shannon show.