The Hollywood Reporterwrites that roughly 62 percent of theaters have reopened since the pandemic shut the movie industry down five months ago. In addition, much of the South is cleaning up after Hurricane Laura while California is dealing with an unprecedented fire season. Another major release hit theaters this weekend, Tenet, but its opening weekend numbers stateside are currently unknown.
However, the Warner Bros. flick starring John David Washington and Robert Pattinson earned an impressive $53 million in the global box office. The anticipated, oft-delayed sci-fi film is one of the first major box office movies to hit theaters since the COVID-19 pandemic brought the industry to its knees.
In the U.K., director Christopher Nolan’s home country, Tenet earned a tepid $7.1 million. The film has yet to open in some markets, such as Russia and China — which will occur on September 3 and 4, respectively.
(NEW YORK) — Things may have looked a little different but the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards still delivered a star-studded event with performances from the some of the hottest artists.
To get things started, Hustlers star and host of the awards ceremony Keke Palmer opened the show and dedicated it to Chadwick Boseman, who died after a private four-year battle with colon cancer: “We dedicate tonight’s show to a man whose spirit touched so many. He is a true hero, not just on screen, but in everything he did. His impact lives forever.”
From there, The Weeknd delivered the first performance of the VMA’s from over 1000 feet above New York City with his hit song “Blinding Lights.” He later went on to win two Moonmen, but found it difficult to celebrate his wins and deciding to opt against an acceptance speech, he simply said, “Thank you” and demanded justice for Jacob Black and Breonna Taylor.
Other performances for the night included Miley Cyrus, Maluma, BTS, Dojo Cat, CNCO and DaBaby. The most notable, and perhaps the best of the night, came from Lady Gaga, who was also joined by Ariana Grande for their award-winning collaboration “Rain On Me.”
Gaga not only delivered a show-stopping act, she dominated the night by snagging five VMAs, including the first ever Tricon Award — an award which honored the singer’s work in music, fashion, acting and activism. And, in true Gaga form, she accepted each of her awards in an outlandish, yet iconic look with a face mask to match.
Taylor Swift also made history as the first solo female artist to win the MTV VMA for Best Director Award for her music video “The Man.”
The show closed out with a performance from the Black Eyed Peas.
Marvel Studios(LOS ANGELES) — The tweet sent by Chadwick Boseman’s official account announcing his passing has become the most-liked of all time, according to Twitter.
The tweet included a black-and-white photo of the actor, along with a statement about his four-year battle with colon cancer, which he worked through while filming movies such as Da 5 Bloods,Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and Marshall. It also noted that it was the “honor of his career” to star as King T’Challa in Marvel’s Black Panther.
Fans on Twitter have also been working to organizeBlack Panther Twitter watch parties using the #BlackPanther and #WakandaForever hashtags, so Twitter has reactivated its original Black Panther emoji for the occasion.
Meanwhile, tonight at 8 p.m. ET, ABC will air Black Panther commercial free, followed by the ABC News special Chadwick Boseman — A Tribute for a King, which will air from 10:20 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET.
It will feature the tributes to Bosman that have poured in from fellow actors, politicians and fans across the world, as well as comments from his co-stars and those who knew him best.
In an interview with ABC’s Popcorn with Peter Travers when Black Panther was first released, Boseman admitted that as a kid, he wasn’t aware of the character that would make him a household name, but recognized its importance later in life.
“It was not a superhero that I really knew as a kid,” Boseman told Travers of T’Challa. “I was introduced to it in college. And once I, y’know, saw how how powerful it was — you know, I wasn’t thinking about me playing it, but I knew it would be cool if it was ever done one day.”
During that same interview, Boseman also delivered a soulful rendition of the Bill Withers classic “Grandma’s Hands.”
Marvel Studios(LOS ANGELES) — Minutes after the news broke that Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman had died at 43 after a years-long battle with colon cancer, social media was flooded with reactions from friends and fans alike.
Here are just some of them:
Marvel Studios: “Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace.”
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige: “Chadwick’s passing is absolutely devastating. He was our T’Challa, our Black Panther, and our dear friend. Each time he stepped on set, he radiated charisma and joy, and each time he appeared on screen, he created something truly indelible. He embodied a lot of amazing people in his work, and nobody was better at bringing great men to life. He was as smart and kind and powerful and strong as any person he portrayed. Now he takes his place alongside them as an icon for the ages. The Marvel Studios family deeply mourns his loss, and we are grieving tonight with his family.”
Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger: ” We are all heartbroken by the tragic loss of #chadwickboseman — an extraordinary talent, and one of the most gentle and giving souls I have ever met. He brought enormous strength, dignity and depth to his groundbreaking role of Black Panther; shattering myths and stereotypes, becoming a long-awaited hero to millions around the world, and inspiring us all to dream bigger and demand more than the status quo. We mourn all that he was, as well as everything he was destined to become. For his friends and millions of fans, his absence from the screen is only eclipsed by his absence from our lives. All of us at Disney send our prayers and heartfelt condolences to his family.”
Chris Pratt: “My prayers go out to Chadwick’s family and loved ones. The world will miss his tremendous talent. God rest his soul.”
Chris Evans: “I’m absolutely devastated. This is beyond heartbreaking. Chadwick was special. A true original. He was a deeply committed and constantly curious artist. Few performers have such power and versatility. He had so much amazing work still left to create. I’m endlessly grateful for our friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in power, King. ”
Angela Bassett: “It was meant to be for Chadwick and me to be connected, for us to be family. But what many don’t know is our story began long before his historic turn as Black Panther. During the premiere party for Black Panther, Chadwick reminded me of something. He whispered that when I received my honorary degree from Howard University, his alma mater, he was the student assigned to escort me that day. And here we were, years later as friends and colleagues, enjoying the most glorious night ever! We’d spent weeks prepping, working, sitting next to each other every morning in makeup chairs, preparing for the day together as mother and son. I am honored that we enjoyed that full circle experience. This young man’s dedication was awe-inspiring, his smile contagious, his talent unreal. So I pay tribute to a beautiful spirit, a consummate artist, a soulful brother…”thou aren’t not dead but flown afar…”. All you possessed, Chadwick, you freely gave. Rest now, sweet prince.” #WakandaForever
Mark Ruffalo: “All I have to say is the tragedies amassing this year have only been made more profound by the loss of #ChadwickBoseman. What a man, and what an immense talent. Brother, you were one of the all time greats and your greatness was only beginning. Lord love ya. Rest in power, King.”
Sterling K. Brown: “I don’t have words. Rest In Peace, Bruh. Thank you for all you did while you were here. Thank you for being a friend. You are loved. You will be missed.”
Brie Larson: “Chadwick was someone who radiated power and peace. Who stood for so much more than himself. Who took the time to really see how you were doing and gave words of encouragement when you felt unsure.”
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson: “Hard to hear about this. Rest in love, brother. Thank you for shining your light and sharing your talent with the world. My love and strength to your family.”
Jamie Foxx: “Please Jesus please… I know you know what’s best… but at this moment our hearts are writhing with so much pain… so to lose this beautiful black king renders me weak…please watch over his family and loved ones…. @chadwickboseman you have touched the lives of all of us… u will forever be remembered in the highest regard… REST IN POWER! our black king! Our black panther!”
Joe Biden: “The true power of @ChadwickBoseman was bigger than anything we saw on screen. From the Black Panther to Jackie Robinson, he inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want — even super heroes. Jill and I are praying for his loved ones at this difficult time.”
Kamala Harris: “Heartbroken. My friend and fellow [Howard University] Bison Chadwick Boseman was brilliant, kind, learned, and humble. He left too early but his life made a difference. Sending my sincere condolences to his family.”
Oprah Winfrey: “What a gentle gifted SOUL. Showing us all that Greatness in between surgeries and chemo. The courage, the strength, the Power it takes to do that. This is what Dignity looks like.”
Kerry Washington: “A warrior of light til the very end. A true king. I am without words. May he rise in power.”
DL Hughley: “…[H]e was not only a gifted actor, but a champion for equality and a role model to so many that had a superhero that looked like them. Rest Easy young man, you leave behind a beautiful legacy.”
Ice Cube: “I’m floored by this news, Chadwick was one of the best and I really enjoyed watching him work. RIP.”
Gabrielle Union: “Truly a gentleman superstar on screen and in life. Pure excellence and class and grace.”
Producer Matthew A. Cherry: “Chadwick was really out here shooting all of these huge action movies while fighting stage 4 colon cancer. Man. Strong isn’t even the word.”
Major League Baseball: “We are devastated by the tragic loss of Chadwick Boseman. His transcendent performance in “42” will stand the test of time and serve as a powerful vehicle to tell Jackie’s story to audiences for generations to come.”
Marvel Studios(LOS ANGELES) — Actor Chadwick Boseman, who rose to screen prominence as the star of Black Panther, has died.
The 43-year-old actor, who before he donned the vibranium suit of Black Panther, earned raves for playing James Brown in Get On Up, Jackie Robinson in 42, and Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall in the biopic Marshall, had colon cancer, according to a post to his official Twitter account. His publicist confirmed his passing.
“It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman,” the statement read. “Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016 and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV.”
Boseman had not revealed his fight publicly.
“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much,” the statement continued. “From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and several more, all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy.”
Boseman died in his home with his wife and family, according to the statement.
Boseman’s first starring role in film came as Cleveland Browns running back Ernie Davis in The Express: The Ernie Davis Story in 2008.
In the spring, Boseman posted a video to social media to his Instagram to promote COVID-19 relief via the non-profit organization Operation 42. His gaunt appearance shocked fans, some of whom hoped his dramatic weight loss was merely preparation for a role.
“The New Mutants” – © 2020 Twentieth Century Film Corporation(LOS ANGELES) — The box office enjoyed its first major weekend release since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, with theaters opening at limited capacity, 20th Century Fox’s The New Mutants delivered a humble $7 million opening weekend across 2,412 cinemas across the country this weekend.
