1. Wanuri Kahiu Defends Self Over Alleged 'Rafiki' Remarks
Wanuri Kahiu came out to defend herself after a local media reported that she allegedly said Kenyans didn't advocate for her film, 'Rafiki'. Despite the film director's initial denial over these remarks, a video later surfaced on the statement she made and this did not sit well with a section of her fans.Where do you get these quotes??? You have never interviewed me. @TheStarKenya - so instead you make it up?? Nkt. I think we are done. Consider this our official break up! pic.twitter.com/9MjMZnjawq
— Wanuri (@wanuri) April 29, 2019
The writer and the Star are owed an apology, not just by Wanuri but also by the people of reptilian character shouting themselves hoarse sans facts. The Star story is based on a video made in a public space and available on the Design Indaba Youtube page.
— Charles Gacheru (@CharlesGacheru) April 29, 2019
Lol I don't understand why you guys were quick to vilify The Star while they literally quoted what my good sis Wanuri said. pic.twitter.com/jKecBJz6nO
— M&M (@MonyqueXO) April 29, 2019
2. Commemorating #InternationalDanceDay
April 29th saw the commemoration of International Dance Day, an annual event to encourage participation and education in dance through events and festivals. The event was founded by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute (ITI) which is the main partner for the performing arts of UNESCO.Dance ?? It ?Out for #InternationalDanceDay! pic.twitter.com/zGQ3Q5OVw2
— Greys Anatomy (@GreysABC) April 29, 2019
Today is #InternationalDanceDay!
The Queen meets Rudolf Nureyev and Dame Margot Fonteyn at the @RoyalOperaHouse in 1977 and meeting Britain's Got Talent Winners, Diversity, following the Royal Variety Performance in Blackpool in 2009. pic.twitter.com/g4XXfpMj4Q— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) April 29, 2019
Happy #InternationalDanceDay ?
?? @FootballSenegal added some style to their warm-up at last year's #WorldCup ? pic.twitter.com/xVqRjyWX59— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) April 29, 2019
3. 'Boyz n the Hood' Director John Singleton Passes On
Renowned film director John Singleton passes on at 51 following a stroke. 'John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends', his family confirmed in a statement. Singleton was the first African American to be nominated in the 'Best Director' category at the Oscars for the famous 'Boyz in the Hood' film.John Singleton, who made history with 1991's 'Boyz n the Hood' as the youngest person and first African American ever nominated for a best director Oscar, died Monday. https://t.co/TcTmWdjOGL
— NPR (@NPR) April 29, 2019
Mourning the loss of a collaborator & True Friend John Singleton. He blazed the trail for many young film makers, always remaining true to who he was & where he came from!!! RIP Brother. Gone Way Too Soon!
— Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) April 29, 2019
Not only did John make movies for us and our culture, he made one of the most iconic videos ever! It showed the world what Egyptians really looked like! Again I say, THANK YOU! May God bless the soul of John Singleton. pic.twitter.com/RAEm61vw0a
— COMMON (@common) April 29, 2019
4. First Look at 'Sonic the Hedgehog' Movie Trailer Leaks
The long-awaited Sonic the Hedgehog movie trailer was allegedly leaked online on the eve of the official trailer release date. A Twitter account posted the first still image of the trailer which showcases Jim Carrey as Robotnik -Sonic's nemesis. The movie is slated to hit theaters on November 8,2019.Rumor: First look at Robotnik in the #SonicMovie, trailer releases tomorrow pic.twitter.com/IMf4pjQX6U
— SEGAbits (@SEGAbits) April 29, 2019
Jim Carrey as Robotnik in #SonicMovie? Here's what's said to be the first look. https://t.co/hNSBIoDTnu
— Twitter Moments (@TwitterMoments) April 29, 2019
First look at Jim Carrey as Robotnik in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog movie?
(via @DanielRPK) pic.twitter.com/XWuvqg1IQr— Lights, Camera, Pod (@LightsCameraPod) April 29, 2019
5. Larry King Suffers Cardiac Arrest
Reports hit headlines that Larry King had suffered a cardiac arrest as he was preparing to head to hospital after an earlier heart attack scare last week. The 85-year-old legendary talk show host was admitted in the intensive care unit and is expected to be released on Monday, May 6.Larry King has been hospitalized after reportedly suffering a heart attack last week: https://t.co/yDTUjGlNsB pic.twitter.com/cXugqTiYS6
— Complex Pop Culture (@ComplexPop) April 29, 2019
Longtime talk-show host and former CNN interviewer Larry King is recovering in a hospital after undergoing a procedure to address chest pain https://t.co/WwlPqNy2ij pic.twitter.com/CmH06TKC7X
— CNN (@CNN) April 29, 2019
6. VMAs 2019 Date Announced
This year's Video Music Awards is set to air on August 26th, MTV announced. The ceremony's venue will be New Jersey, a new ground for the show and just the fourth time in its history to air outside Los Angeles.3…
2…1…?Get ready for the 2019 #VMAs! See you Monday, August 26th at 9p LIVE on @MTV! ? pic.twitter.com/U2qJZmhcbh— Video Music Awards (@vmas) April 29, 2019
2019 @MTV #VMAs Sets Date for New Jersey, Will Feature Twitter Fan-Voted Live Camera Feeds https://t.co/OZPWlk5iWQ
— Variety (@Variety) April 29, 2019
The 2019 MTV #VMAs will take place in New Jersey for the first time https://t.co/K9f1mHiRyH pic.twitter.com/ZUmOqaIPxV
— billboard (@billboard) April 29, 2019
7. Netflix Renews 'On My Block' for a Third Season
'On My Block' has been renewed for a third installment. The confirmation of the teen comedy drama's renewal was announced via its official Twitter platform on Monday.fam, our mentions will never be the same ? #OnMyBlockS3 is officially on the way! pic.twitter.com/4o9NHZ854J
— On My Block (@OnMyBlock) April 29, 2019
the cast running to social media to announce that #onmyblock was renewed ? #OnMyBlockS3 pic.twitter.com/9sHpDjosxS
— ? (@onmahblock) April 29, 2019
netflix finally renewed our show y'all ? #OnMyBlockS3 is going to be a thing ? pic.twitter.com/58USf09Han
— ? (@onmahblock) April 29, 2019
