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When “Top Gun: Maverick” takes flight in North American theaters on Friday, ticket sales for the oft-delayed tentpole may break through the stratosphere.

Thanks to stellar reviews and a healthy dose of nostalgia, Paramount and Skydance’s star-spangled action film — starring Tom Cruise as a fighter pilot who feels the need for speed — is expected to generate a blockbuster 85 million to 100 million over the weekend. Through Memorial Day on Monday, domestic box office receipts could fly as high as 130 million. “Maverick” is playing in 4,732 North American cinemas, the widest theater count in history.

The follow-up to 1986’s “Top Gun” was scheduled to open in the summer of 2020 until Covid-19 scrambled those plans. But Paramount and Cruise were adamant about keeping the film in theaters rather than sending the sequel straight to a streaming service. When Cruise was recently asked at Cannes Film Festival if the sequel would skip the big screen,

What happens after you spend nearly three years of your life studying and acting as Elvis Presley? If you’re “Elvis” leading star Austin Butler, your body shuts down almost immediately and you’re sent to the hospital. The actor told GQ magazine that he was diagnosed with a virus that hospitalized him the day after he wrapped production on Baz Luhrmann’s music biopic. The virus simulated appendicitis and left Butler bedridden for one week.

“The next day [after filming wrapped] I woke up at four in the morning with excruciating pain, and I was rushed to hospital,” Butler said. “My body just started shutting down the day after I finished ‘Elvis.’”

Butler was officially cast as Elvis in July 2019 after he auditioned for Luhrmann with a haunting rendition of “Unchained Melody.” Once the actor started immersing himself in the life and music of Elvis Presley, he didn’t stop. Filming on

The Offer might be one that Francis Ford Coppola can refuse—at least according to the actor who plays him. Dan Fogler, who portrays the legendary director of The Godfather in the Paramount+ limited series about the riotous making of the 1972 classic, says he wouldn't be surprised if Coppola skipped it over. "From his point of view, he's looking at me and saying 'They couldn't get somebody who's Italian? You couldn't maybe find somebody who was closer to six feet tall?'" Fogler joked with E! News. "It's so personal. I would understand if he never even wanted to watch it. I would get that." Still, Fogler—who can be seen above as Coppola...

Kim Kardashian is issuing an apology to the fam! In the May 26 episode of Hulu's The Kardashians, Kim apologized to her family about how her relationship with ex-husband Kanye West has affected them. This mea culpa came about after it was revealed that Kanye was coming out with a new rap song, which, according to Kim, meant "he's talking mad s––t about me and probably saying whatever." In support of her sister, Khloe Kardashian weighed in, "Most men are not trashing the mother of their kids like that publicly." Feeling similarly, momager Kris Jenner chimed in and assured Kim that she has "done nothing but be great to him." Kim went on...

We independently selected these products because we love them, and we think you might like them at these prices. E! has affiliate relationships, so we may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Items are sold by the retailer, not E!. Prices are accurate as of publish time. Beauty enthusiasts and bargain hunters, rejoice! There are some great flash sales at Ulta. The Gorgeous Hair Event is happening today through May 28, with different markdowns on their best-selling shampoos, conditioners, styling products, hair tools, and more items every single day. Every day, you will have 24 hours to shop for different beauty products at half price. And, if you're a Diamond or Platinum...

Kourtney Kardashian was instructed by a doctor to drink Travis Barker's semen "four times a week." Bible. The Poosh founder shared this tidbit from her fertility journey during the May 26 episode of Hulu's The Kardashians, in which she and the Blink-182 drummer met with Ayurvedic expert Martha Soffer. During the meeting, Kourtney told the wellness guru she was having pain in her shoulder and discussed her thyroid levels. "I can't remember what he said, if it was low or high," Kourtney noted of her latest doctor's appointment. "But he told us, well, he told me, that the thing that would help it was drinking [Travis'] come, like, four times a week." Martha...

When it comes to Drake and Adonis Graham, their father-son relationship is a slam dunk. On May 25, the "One Dance" singer praised his 4-year-old son's skills on the court after Adonis successfully shot some hoops. In a video shared to his Instagram Story, Adonis—repping Drake's favorite basketball team in a Toronto Raptors jersey—was seen sitting with his dad as the Canadian rapper asked him questions about his athletic prowess. "Yo, where'd you learn to shoot like that?" Drake asked, to which Adonis raised his shoulders and quipped, "I don't know." Drake then gave his son, who he shares with French artist Sophie Brussaux, some hype for...

Abbott Elementary creator Quinta Brunson will not be writing a school shooting episode of the show. After the May 24 shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas that killed 19 students and two teachers, Brunson said she was inundated with messages asking her to incorporate a school shooting into Abbott Elementary, the show she created and stars in about fictional Philadelphia elementary school. "wild how many people have asked for a school shooting episode of the show I write," Brunson tweeted on May 25. "people are that deeply removed from demanding more from the politicians they've elected and are instead demanding 'entertainment.' I can't ask 'are...

Joseph Morgan has us putting on our detective hats.  The actor, who played Niklaus "Klaus" Mikaelson on The Vampire Diaries and its spin-off The Originals, tweeted this seemingly innocuous update on May 25: "First of all, I haven't seen any cast from the Tvdu in years, not in person at least, I promise you that. All this speculation is gonna drive you crazy. Let go of these nonsense theories about hidden codes, Everyone knows Klaus Mikaelson is dead." Seems straightforward enough, right? But look closer. Every first letter of Joseph's tweet spells out a very important and tantalizing word, especially for fans of the Vampire Diaries universe: Finale. Well, it just so...

Justin Long and Kate Bosworth are the perfect brew together.  The Accepted actor and Superman Returns actress seem to be Instagram official on May 24, with Justin posted a photo of himself and Kate sharing a pint of Guinness while on vacation in Ireland.  In a series of cute selfies, the two are seen taking a sip of the foam at the top of a new pour at the same time, then pulling back and smiling with a beer mustache on their top lips.  Kate commented on the post, "I'm the luckiest." The comment section was quickly flooded with love for the couple. "I love this duo," Ambulance's Eiza González wrote,...

For Bayleigh Dayton and Swaggy C, a bundle of joy is on the way. The couple announced they are expecting a child together in an Instagram post shared on May 25, nearly four years after Bayleigh suffered a miscarriage while inside the jury house on season 20 of Big Brother. Swaggy C's post, which was shared to both of their Instagram pages, touched on the joy of expecting a child with his love. "To have a baby coming in General… is a blessing," he wrote. "But to have a baby with my favorite person in the universe? It makes it even better." Later in his heartfelt message, he admitted that the pair had plans to keep their pregnancy news under wraps to protect their...

A Los Angeles judge has dismissed one of several abuse lawsuits filed against Marilyn Manson. The rocker's former assistant Ashley Walters sued Manson—real name Brian Warner—last year over alleged sexual harassment, abuse, sexual battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress and wrongful termination from August 2010 to October 2011. On May 25, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael L. Stern dismissed Walter's case, saying in documents that the "plaintiff has plead too few facts to keep this case in court," according to The Insider. Per the outlet, Stern also noted in his dismissal that Walters had filed "too late," citing statute of limitations. The...

Prepare to be blown away by this Carrie Underwood throwback! Seventeen years ago, you might have been among those who picked up the phone to vote for Carrie on American Idol. Now, nearly two decades later, the 39-year-old singer is reflecting on all she's achieved on the anniversary of her big win. Carrie took to Instagram on May 25 to give her fans a special treat as a "thank you" for supporting her over the years, sharing a handwritten diary post from the night she was crowned the Idol winner.  "Where does the time go?" Carrie wrote in her caption. "Please enjoy a page from the journal of a 22-year-old farm girl who just had the most incredible night! I still feel the...

Lady Nicole Remy is trading in her ballgowns for blue jeans. Three suitors remain heading into the two-hour season finale of USA Network's The Courtship. Taking a break from the show's Regency-era setting, suitor Christian Cones surprises Nicole with a modern-day date in E! News' exclusive preview of tonight's episode. Entering a mini planetarium, Nicole is greeted by her man with open arms. "Welcome to our own little universe," Christian tells her as they hug. His galactic picnic is complete with plenty of pillows, blankets and views of the sky…even though it's fake. Seeing each other for the first time in "normal clothes," they gush over their contemporary outfits...

Sorry The Boys viewers: we're not getting a Winchester family reunion this season. Ever since it was announced that Jensen Ackles would star as Soldier Boy in season three of The Boys, Supernatural fans have been hoping to see a cameo from his former co-star Jeffrey Dean Morgan. Speculation that Morgan would make an appearance began back in 2020, when Eric Kripke, who is both the creator of Supernatural and The Boys, invited The Walking Dead star to appear on the Prime Video series. "I'll make you a deal," Kripke wrote to Morgan on Twitter in January 2020. "Season 3. I'll write it, and if you're avail, come shoot it!" In which Morgan responded,...

Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler showed they can't help falling in love on the red carpet. The model and Elvis star were seen going in for a passionate kiss at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival premiere of Elvis on May 25. The couple held each other's heads with both hands before locking lips in the middle of the crowd. Feel the temperature rising higher, higher? Or is it just us? Kaia initially came to the premiere solo while Austin, who plays the titular role in Elvis, arrived with his co-stars—including Tom Hanks, and Olivia De Jonge. Kaia strutted the carpet solo in a stunning red halter-neck dress while Austin arrived in a black suit and...

Liam Payne is walking in the wind with Aliana Mawla. The "Strip That Down" singer and model were seen walking arm-in-arm in London, on May 24. In the photos, Aliana and Liam kept close together while sporting casual outfits. The pair's outing comes just one month after Liam and his former fiancée Maya Henry had called it quits on their engagement (for the second time.) As for how Maya feels about their recent split, a source tells E! News she was "blindsided" by the breakup. "He abruptly ended it with her," the insider explained on May 25. "She is very upset. They have definitely had their fair share of ups and downs in their relationship." On May 23,...

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Kailia Posey "found the good in everybody," says the late Toddlers & Tiaras star's mother. In an exclusive interview with E! News, Marcy Posey Gatterman recalled heartwarming memories of her daughter, who died by suicide at age 16 on May 2. "She was kind to everybody. She found the good in everybody. And even through that pageant world," she said about Kailia. "You would never know she was in a movie—[the 2019 film] Eli, or on Toddlers & Tiaras if you didn't watch it. She never spoke of it, never said anything about it. Just still humble about life." Marcy said Kailia was her "best friend" who was "goofy" and "a hard...

Maya Henry was not prepared for the direction things went with ex Liam Payne.  Though the pair called off their engagement a month ago, "Maya was blindsided by the split," a source close to the model told E! News. "He abruptly ended it with her. She is very upset. They have definitely had their fair share of ups and downs in their relationship." E! News has reached out to reps for Maya and Liam. On May 23, a fan page posted a photo of the former One Direction singer, 28, getting cozy with another woman. The fan page, believing it was Maya, 21, in the photo, tagged her.  "I love all of the fans so much but please stop...