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In brief: Alysanne Blackwood cast in ‘House of the Dragon’ and more

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

One of George R. R. Martin's fiercest characters has been cast in House of the Dragon season 3. Deadline reports that Annie Shapero will play Alysanne Blackwood in the upcoming third season of the fantasy series. The character, who is also known as... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 7/30/25

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Wednesday’s sports events:MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALLBlue Jays 9, Orioles 8Diamondbacks 2, Tigers 7Red Sox 13, Twins 1Braves 0, Royals 1Cubs 10, Brewers 3Phillies 3, White Sox 9Nationals 1, Astros 9Pirates 2, Giants 1Mets 0, Padres 5Rockies 0,... Read More.

Taron Egerton doesn’t want to play James Bond: ‘I’m too messy for that’

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Taron Egerton is not interested in taking over 007.The actor said he does not think he should be the next person to take on the role of James Bond in a recent interview with Collider."I don't think I'm a good choice for it.... Read More.

After teasing future project, ‘Wednesday”s Tim Burton won’t confirm Lady Gaga collab

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Lady Gaga guest stars on the upcoming season of the hit Netflix series Wednesday, but the show's director and executive producer Tim Burton refused to confirm a future project with the singer that he teased a few days ago."She's such an artist and so for... Read More.

‘Small Town’ celebration: John Mellencamp’s ‘Scarecrow’ turns 40

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

It was 40 years ago that John Mellencamp, then known as John Cougar Mellencamp, released his critically acclaimed eighth studio album, Scarecrow, which was filled with songs about the fading American dream, thanks to the greed of corporate America.Recorded in his studio in Indiana, Scarecrow... Read More.

He had to ‘Learn the Hard Way,’ but Jordan Davis is up for a sequel to ‘Bar None’ video

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

If you've experienced the other-worldly watering hole Jordan Davis inhabits in his "Bar None" music video, you know it's filled with countertops that disappear into the walls and ceilings that seem to collapse on top of pool tables. But Jordan... Read More.

Michael Jai White says Method Man helped bring new film ‘Trouble Man’ to life

Thursday, July 31 by ABC News

Michael Jai White plays a cop turned private investigator in his new film, Trouble Man. His character, Jaxen, is hired to help find missing R&B singer Jahari (La La Anthony), a mission he completes with her boyfriend, Money, played by Clifford "Method Man" Smith. White... Read More.

With December shows, Lou Gramm wants to ‘fly the flag’ for the original Foreigner

Wednesday, July 30 by ABC News

The current lineup of Foreigner doesn't include any founding members, but that will change in December, when original vocalist Lou Gramm joins the band for some songs during their upcoming Foreigner 4 Deluxe Tour. Lou says he's participating in the tour, in part, because... Read More.

At least 37 killed, 270 injured while seeking aid in northern Gaza: Hospital

Wednesday, July 30 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- At least 37 people were killed and 270 were injured while seeking aid in northern Gaza near the Zikim crossing, according to the director of Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital.The Israel Defense Forces did not immediately respond to ABC News' request for comment.This comes... Read More.

Jeremy Renner on Marvel return: ‘I’m sure we’ll end up doing season 2’ of ‘Hawkeye’

Wednesday, July 30 by ABC News

Jeremy Renner thinks there will be a season 2 of Hawkeye.In a recent interview with Empire magazine, the actor said he is sure a second season of the Marvel Disney+ TV show, in which he plays the lead role of Clint Barton/Hawkeye, will... Read More.

Author: ABC News

In brief: Alysanne Blackwood cast in ‘House of the Dragon’ and more

Scoreboard roundup — 7/30/25

Taron Egerton doesn’t want to play James Bond: ‘I’m too messy for that’

After teasing future project, ‘Wednesday”s Tim Burton won’t confirm Lady Gaga collab

‘Small Town’ celebration: John Mellencamp’s ‘Scarecrow’ turns 40

He had to ‘Learn the Hard Way,’ but Jordan Davis is up for a sequel to ‘Bar None’ video

Michael Jai White says Method Man helped bring new film ‘Trouble Man’ to life

With December shows, Lou Gramm wants to ‘fly the flag’ for the original Foreigner

At least 37 killed, 270 injured while seeking aid in northern Gaza: Hospital

Jeremy Renner on Marvel return: ‘I’m sure we’ll end up doing season 2’ of ‘Hawkeye’

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