What Happened
This week in Hollywood saw a mix of new projects, reunions, and updates on highly anticipated releases. Chef Rhoda Magbitang, the newly crowned Top Chef, is turning the competition into collaboration with a first-of-its-kind residency. Meanwhile, Steven Spielberg revealed his past attempts to direct a James Bond movie, and Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson reunited for a new romantic comedy.
New Projects and Collaborations
In the culinary world, Chef Rhoda Magbitang is taking her Top Chef victory to new heights with a unique residency that brings together fellow season 23 chefs Sieger Bayer, Oscar Diaz, and Brittany Cochran. The first-of-its-kind collaboration will kick off a series of intimate dinners at select Auberge properties between June 2026 and early 2027.
In other news, Paramount+ has signed Matt Shakman to direct the legal thriller Discretion, starring Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning. The series is based on a short story by Chandler Baker and has been greenlit for a straight-to-series order.
Reunions and Revivals
Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson are reuniting for the romantic comedy Happy Hours, a film that will surely delight nineties nostalgists. The movie marks Holmes' fourth feature as writer-director and promises to deliver a soft-hearted romantic comedy that fans of the Dawson's Creek duo will love.
What Experts Say
"If they asked me now, I'd say you can't afford me." — **Steven Spielberg**, on being turned down to direct a James Bond movie
In an interview with "The Rest Is Entertainment" podcast, Spielberg revealed his past attempts to direct a James Bond movie, only to be turned down. The Oscar winner joked that if he were asked now, his answer would be a resounding "you can't afford me."
Key Facts
Key Facts
- Who: Chef Rhoda Magbitang, Steven Spielberg, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson, Matt Shakman
- What: New culinary residency, James Bond directorial offer, Dawson's Creek reunion, new Paramount+ series
- Impact: New projects and collaborations in the culinary and entertainment industries
What Comes Next
As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see how these new projects and collaborations unfold. With a unique culinary residency, a highly anticipated Paramount+ series, and a Dawson's Creek reunion on the horizon, there's something for everyone to look forward to. Stay tuned for more updates from Hollywood!
What Happened
This week in Hollywood saw a mix of new projects, reunions, and updates on highly anticipated releases. Chef Rhoda Magbitang, the newly crowned Top Chef, is turning the competition into collaboration with a first-of-its-kind residency. Meanwhile, Steven Spielberg revealed his past attempts to direct a James Bond movie, and Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson reunited for a new romantic comedy.
New Projects and Collaborations
In the culinary world, Chef Rhoda Magbitang is taking her Top Chef victory to new heights with a unique residency that brings together fellow season 23 chefs Sieger Bayer, Oscar Diaz, and Brittany Cochran. The first-of-its-kind collaboration will kick off a series of intimate dinners at select Auberge properties between June 2026 and early 2027.
In other news, Paramount+ has signed Matt Shakman to direct the legal thriller Discretion, starring Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning. The series is based on a short story by Chandler Baker and has been greenlit for a straight-to-series order.
Reunions and Revivals
Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson are reuniting for the romantic comedy Happy Hours, a film that will surely delight nineties nostalgists. The movie marks Holmes' fourth feature as writer-director and promises to deliver a soft-hearted romantic comedy that fans of the Dawson's Creek duo will love.
What Experts Say
"If they asked me now, I'd say you can't afford me." — **Steven Spielberg**, on being turned down to direct a James Bond movie
In an interview with "The Rest Is Entertainment" podcast, Spielberg revealed his past attempts to direct a James Bond movie, only to be turned down. The Oscar winner joked that if he were asked now, his answer would be a resounding "you can't afford me."
Key Facts
Key Facts
- Who: Chef Rhoda Magbitang, Steven Spielberg, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson, Matt Shakman
- What: New culinary residency, James Bond directorial offer, Dawson's Creek reunion, new Paramount+ series
- Impact: New projects and collaborations in the culinary and entertainment industries
What Comes Next
As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see how these new projects and collaborations unfold. With a unique culinary residency, a highly anticipated Paramount+ series, and a Dawson's Creek reunion on the horizon, there's something for everyone to look forward to. Stay tuned for more updates from Hollywood!