entertainmentWednesday, August 19

Tupac trial witness dodges, Krumholtz quits acting

Today's entertainment news is heavy on endings and legal drama. David Krumholtz announced a break from acting, Taylor Sheridan killed the '6666' spinoff, and the Tupac murder trial took a strange turn with a witness who won't name names. Also, Hayden Panettiere's death is still unfolding, with new details about the circumstances.

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Career Moves

Two actors made headlines about their careers, but in very different ways.

#01deadline.comAug 19

‘Supergirl’ & ‘Oppenheimer’ Actor David Krumholtz Taking “An Indefinite Break” From Acting: “Frustrated, Fed Up, Fried”

Krumholtz's Threads posts capture a real frustration with the industry, but the fact that he deleted them suggests he's not fully committed to quitting. It's a candid look at the toll of chasing roles.

by Armando Tinoco3 min readRead original

#02variety.comAug 19

David Krumholtz Posts and Deletes Plans to Retire From Acting

Variety's coverage confirms the posts were deleted, adding a layer of uncertainty. Whether he actually turns in his SAG card remains to be seen, but the public airing of his doubts is notable.

by Pat Saperstein3 min readRead original

Legal and Aftermath

The Tupac trial and Hayden Panettiere's death continue to generate news, with new details emerging.

#03www.rollingstone.comAug 19

Suge Knight Gang Associate Dodges Questions at Tupac Trial: ‘Not Gonna Send Him to Prison’

The witness's refusal to name names could be a major blow to the prosecution's case. It highlights the code of silence that has surrounded this case for decades.

#04www.chicagotribune.comAug 19

Hayden Panettiere’s on-and-off boyfriend was at apartment where she died, police report says

The police report's detail that her on-and-off boyfriend was present adds a new dimension to the investigation. It's a reminder that the story is still developing.

Spinoffs and Anniversaries

Taylor Sheridan slams the door on a 'Yellowstone' spinoff while Janet Jackson celebrates a milestone.

#05deadline.comAug 19

‘Yellowstone’s Taylor Sheridan Shuts Door On Previously Announced ‘6666’ Spinoff: “I Would Never Do That”

Sheridan's definitive 'I would never do that' is a surprising reversal, given the earlier announcement. It suggests creative or business reasons for killing the project, not just a change of heart.

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