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There was no shortage of controversy when "Twilight" first came out, but an Insider reporter found that some issues are more glaring years later.

Steven Yeun, Nathan Lane, Issa Rae, Robert Pattinson, Janet Jackson, Leslie Odom Jr. and Laverne Cox are among the artists being invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

This Friday, Jan. 8, 2021 image shows the suspended Twitter account of President Donald Trump. It began with a May 4, 2009, tweet promoting Donald Trump's upcoming appearance on David Letterman's show. “I said, ‘Let’s call you @realDonaldTrump — you’re the real Donald Trump,’” recalled Costanzo. In its most popular tweet, on Oct. 2, 2020, @realDonaldTrump announced that Trump and first lady Melania Trump had contracted the coronavirus. Trump deleted 1,166 tweets and, in his final months on the platform, had 471 tweets flagged by Twitter for misinformation, according to Factba.se.

This Friday, Jan. 8, 2021 image shows the suspended Twitter account of President Donald Trump. It began with a May 4, 2009, tweet promoting Donald Trump's upcoming appearance on David Letterman's show. “I said, ‘Let’s call you @realDonaldTrump — you’re the real Donald Trump,’” recalled Costanzo. In its most popular tweet, on Oct. 2, 2020, @realDonaldTrump announced that Trump and first lady Melania Trump had contracted the coronavirus. Trump deleted 1,166 tweets and, in his final months on the platform, had 471 tweets flagged by Twitter for misinformation, according to Factba.se.

LOS ANGELES – Singer FKA twigs filed a lawsuit Friday alleging that Shia LaBeouf was physically and emotionally abusive during their relationship from 2018 to 2019, saying her experience was part of a pattern of terrorizing women for the 34-year-old actor. “Shia LaBeouf hurts women,” the lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court said in its opening lines. On a Valentine’s Day getaway in 2019, FKA twigs awoke to LaBeouf choking her and she was paralyzed with fear, the lawsuit said. She made several attempts to leave him that he resisted, but he later ended the relationship himself, the lawsuit said. The lawsuit said Pho allied herself with Barnett in an attempt to protect women from LaBeouf, although Pho is not listed as a plaintiff.

LOS ANGELES – Liam Neeson’s thriller “Honest Thief” stole the top spot at the box office in yet another quiet weekend of moviegoing. The Open Roads Films movie brought in $3.7 million in North America the weekend of its U.S. debut. The film, starring Neeson as a notorious bank robber who turns himself in but was double crossed by two FBI agents, opened in Canada last week. Despite coming in second, the comedy starring Robert De Niro earned $2.5 million. The action-thriller starring John David Washington and Robert Pattinson has totaled $50.6 million in the U.S.

More than 500 movie theaters in the U.S. will close before this weekend, sending the film industry into a tailspin. On Monday, Warner Bros. re-positioned a number of hotly anticipated movies on its calendar including "Dune" and now "The Batman." That loss has forced Warner Bros. to rethink its distribution strategy. The film has resumed shooting in the U.K. and is expected to wrap by the end of the year. AMC fell more than 11%, Cinemark was down more than 17% and Marcus Theaters saw its shares slip more than 6%.

The U.K. production of “The Batman” is starting up again after being shut down earlier this month when an individual tested positive for COVID-19. A spokesperson for Warner Bros. said Thursday that filming had resumed after a hiatus for quarantine precautions. Robert Pattinson stars in the film from director Matt Reeves which had been on hiatus for almost six months because of the coronavirus pandemic. The positive case came just three days after “The Batman” had initially resumed shooting. “The Batman” was originally supposed to hit theaters in June 2021 but was pushed back to October 2021 because of the delays.

This cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)

This cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. It lands on HBO and HBO Max on Saturday at 8 p.m.— AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Piano-playing pop star Alicia Keys is putting out her seventh album on Friday. — Kim Cattrall is at the center of Fox’s “Filthy Rich,” a prime-time soap opera loaded with money and betrayal that debuts 9 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 21.

NEW YORK In a litmus test for American moviegoing in the pandemic, Christopher Nolan's Tenet brought in an estimated $20.2 million through the holiday weekend in U.S. and Canadian theaters. Theaters in Canada, where COVID-19 cases are much lower than in the U.S., began showing Tenet a week earlier. In two weeks of release, its overseas total is $126 million, with a global tally thus far of $146.2 million. The film, which cost $200 million to make and at least $100 million to market, will need to get close to $500 million to break even. Disney's The New Mutants," a long delayed X-Men spinoff, collected about $7 million in 2,412 locations last weekend.

A member of production on The Batman has tested positive for COVID-19 and the U.K shoot has been temporarily suspended. A spokesperson for Warner Bros. said Thursday that the individual is currently isolating in accordance with established protocols. Robert Pattinson is starring as the caped crusader in the new film from director Matt Reeves which had resumed filming just a few days ago after an almost six-month hiatus because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Batman was originally supposed to hit theaters in June 2021 but was pushed back to October because of the delays.

LOS ANGELES With reported cases of the coronavirus surging, Warner Bros. on Thursday postponed the release of Christopher Nolans Tenet, further delaying Hollywood's summer kickoff. The sci-fi thriller starring John David Washington and Robert Pattinson will move from July 31 to Aug. 12, a Wednesday. Movie theaters had been pinning their hopes on the film as a major July release that could bring audiences back to theaters. Warner Bros. had planned to re-release Nolan's 2010 blockbuster Inception in early July as a way to lead in to Tenet." Inception will now open on July 31, the studio said.

"Its a weird story, Twilight," Pattinson says of the flick, in which he played a vampire, Edward Cullen, who falls for a human named Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart). Even the way I promoted it, I was very open about how strange I thought it was when I was doing it." "Kristen [Stewart] was in stuff as well; shed been in Into the Wild and some other things. Despite already having landed the role, Pattinson still finds the opportunity "crazy." Cast Reflects on Movie That Changed Their LivesMackenzie Foy Talks Staying in Touch With 'Twilight' Parents Robert Pattinson & Kristen Stewart (Exclusive)

Colin Farrell is in negotiations to round out the movie's gallery of rogues, according to multiple reports. Andy Serkis, meanwhile, is reportedly in talks to play Bruce Wayne's faithful butler and closest confidant, Alfred Pennyworth. Serkis' time in the superhero-verse was far more recent, playing the villainous Klaue in Marvel's Black Panther. Thus far, Reeves has confirmed all of The Batman castings on his Twitter, so expect to see GIFs of Farrell and Serkis on your timeline soon. RELATED CONTENT:Lenny Kravitz Is 'Very Excited' to See Daughter Zoe Kravitz Play Catwoman (Exclusive)Rihanna Responds to Rumors She's Been Cast as Poison Ivy in 'The Batman' (Exclusive)

Twilight fans arent the only ones who still wonder what might have been if Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson never broke up. Reflecting on her romance with Pattinson, Stewart said that she has never fully opened up about the relationship given it was so heavily consumed by the public, and she feared being labeled an attention-seeker. I dont know, she said with a laugh. And, in no way thats tied to any weird conventions, more just -- when you know, you know. There is nothing like feeling sure about anything because we dont know anything.

Jason Momoa is singing his step-daughter's praises! ET's Lauren Zima sat down with Momoa and his See co-star Alfre Woodard at the Los Angeles junket for their upcoming Apple TV + series, and Momoa didn't miss a chance to gush over his step-daughter, Zoe Kravitz's, latest role as Catwoman in The Batman. "So proud," Momoa -- who's married to Kravitz's mom, Lisa Bonet -- said of his 30-year-old step-daughter. See premieres Nov. 1 on Apple TV +. RELATED CONTENT: Jason Momoa Gets Stuck in an Elevator for 2 Hours Embed Code RestartJason Momoa Says Marrying Lisa Bonet Made Him Believe Anything Is 'F**king Possible'Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet Are Couple Goals at Hollywood Premiere of 'Joker': Pics'See': Watch Jason Momoa in Epic First Trailer for Sci-Fi Apple TV+ Series

On Sunday, ET's Lauren Zima sat down with Robert Pattinson at the press day for his new film, The Lighthouse, where he shared his endorsement of Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman in the upcoming comic book adaptation, The Batman, in which he'll star as the Dark Knight. His character in the movie has a prominent mustache, which Pattinson says he's not a fan of beyond the role. "I mean, I think it's quite a shameful thing to have a mustache," he shared. "Unless you work in insurance or something really, really straight and it's like, 'Yeah, I accept the mustache on you.' RELATED CONTENT: TIFF 2019: Watch Robert Pattinson React to His 'Batman' Nicknames (Exclusive) Embed Code RestartUpcoming DC Movies: The Full List From 'The Batman' to 'Wonder Woman 1984' and MorePaul Dano Cast as The Riddler in 'The Batman'Zoe Kravitz Will Play Catwoman to Robert Pattinson's Bruce Wayne in 'The Batman'

Halle Berry didn't have the best time as Catwoman, but she's a good sport about welcoming new members of the feline family. The actress took to Twitter on Thursday to congratulate Zoe Kravitz -- who is set to take on the iconic DC Comics character in the upcoming Matt Reeves-directed film, The Batman -- on assuming the mantle. "Special shout-out to your new #CatWoman, the eternally graceful & extremely bad ass @ZoeKravitz," Berry captioned some glamorous pics of Kravitz. Special shout-out to your new #CatWoman, the eternally graceful & extremely bad ass @ZoeKravitz. Christian Bale Talks Robert Pattinson's 'Batman' Casting (Exclusive) Embed Code RestartRELATED CONTENTUpcoming DC Movies: The Full List From 'The Batman' to 'Wonder Woman 1984' and MorePaul Dano Cast as The Riddler in 'The Batman'Zoe Kravitz Will Play Catwoman to Robert Pattinson's Bruce Wayne in 'The Batman'

Two-time Oscar nominee Jonah Hill is in talks to join the prestigious DC superhero film, helmed by Matt Reeves and starring Robert Pattinson, according to multiple outlets. Who Hill could be playing remains a mystery -- though the possibility of him taking on a baddie is among the speculation. The 35-year-old actor has reportedly been a top pick among the project's producers for someone in the supporting cast, but nothing is a done deal. You know, I think he's an absolutely fantastic actor," the Oscar winner said the at the Toronto International Film Festival. RELATED CONTENT:Rihanna Responds to 'Batman' Casting Rumors, Says Poison Ivy Is One of Her 'Obsessions' (Exclusive)Kristen Stewart Says Ex Robert Pattinson Is 'the Only Guy' Who Could Play BatmanUpcoming DC Movies: The Full List From 'The Batman' to 'Wonder Woman 1984' and More

After donning the Dark Knight's iconic cape and cowl in a trio of celebrated Batman films, fans are understandably curious how Christian Bale feels about Robert Pattinson taking on the beloved role. You know, I think he's an absolutely fantastic actor," Bale marveled. Bale and Pattinson are both at TIFF this year promoting their respective projects. However, to prepare for his role Bale said he "was learning from the best" when it came to auto racing, and he plans on possibly hitting those contacts up again in the future. RELATED CONTENT:Kristen Stewart Says Ex Robert Pattinson Is 'the Only Guy' Who Could Play BatmanSee Robert Pattinson's Reaction to His 'Batman' NicknamesChristian Bale Thanks 'Satan for the Inspiration' During Golden Globe Win for Playing Dick Cheney

Kristen Stewart is backing her ex! Ever since it was confirmed that Robert Pattinson will be taking on the role of Batman in Matt Reeves The Batman, the actor has received mixed feedback from fans of the iconic character. Kristin Scott Thomas, Uma Thurman.Kristen Stewart, Kristen too! he added when reminded of one of his most famous screen pairings. Kristen Stewart as well, yeah, yeah, yeah.See more on Pattinson below. RELATED CONTENT:Kristen Stewart Opens Up About Robert Pattinson RomanceKristen Stewart Says She Was Misunderstood During 'Twilight' Fame: 'I Just Want People to Like Me'Robert Pattinson Gets Candid About Being in Public Relationships With Kristen Stewart and FKA Twigs

Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson first found fame playing lovers in the "Twilight" film franchise and were a real life couple for a minute years ago, and it sounds like there are no hard feelings. Stewart gave her seal of approval for Pattinson starring in the forthcoming Matt Reeves-directed film, "The Batman." "I feel like he's the only guy that could play that part," she told Variety during the Toronto International Film Festival. She and Pattinson dated for three years ago after they played star-crossed lovers Bella and Edward in the "Twilight" films before they broke up in 2013. Both Stewart and Pattinson have been private about their relationship, but she was happy to share her thoughts on the news that he would be the new Batman which she called "crazy."

Robert Pattinson hasn't exactly warmed up to all playful nicknames that fans are giving him since news of his hotly anticipated upcoming role as Batman was revealed. ET also spoke with Defoe after his and Pattinson's arrival was met with an outpouring of screams from onlookers. However, while discussing how his prominent beard in the film measured up to Pattinson's mustache, he proclaimed of his facial hair, "I think I won!" ET confirmed in May that Pattinson will be starring in Matt Reeves' The Batman after multiple outlets reported the casting news. RELATED CONTENT:Kristen Stewart Opens Up About Robert Pattinson RomanceTaylor Swift and Joe Alwyn Double Date With Robert Pattinson and Suki WaterhouseRobert Pattinson to Play Batman -- It's Almost a Done Deal!

Robert Pattinson's reaction to the "Batman" leak, Kristen Stewart on her relationships, and Lizzo hits #1.

(CNN) - While Robert Pattinson is thrilled to be cast as the new Batman, he was less than thrilled when the news got out early. "When that thing leaked, I was f***ing furious," he told Variety. Growing up in England, Pattinson was a fan of Tim Burton's "Batman" films, he said. The "Twilight" star told Variety he's been after the role for a while. I sort of had an idea to do it, and I'd been prodding Matt," Pattinson said.

Robert Pattinson wasn't pleased when news got out that he was set to portray Batman. "When that thing leaked, I was f**ing furious," the 33-year-old actor tells Variety in a recent cover story. "It was terrifying," he says of the leak, which broke when he was promoting The Lighthouse at Cannes. I remember saying to Matt, 'It does feel quite transformative!' RELATED CONTENT:Kristen Stewart Opens Up About Robert Pattinson RomanceTaylor Swift and Joe Alwyn Double Date With Robert Pattinson and Suki WaterhouseRobert Pattinson to Play Batman -- It's Almost a Done Deal!

Kristen Stewart is offering a rare glimpse into her past relationship with Robert Pattinson. The 29-year-old actress covers the October issue of Harper's Bazaar UK, and inside the magazine, she reflects on her life and former loves -- including Pattinson. Stewart and Pattinson split in July 2012, after her affair with director Rupert Sanders went public. RELATED CONTENT:Kristen Stewart Says She Was Misunderstood During 'Twilight' Fame: 'I Just Want People to Like Me''Charlie's Angels' Trailer: Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott and Ella Balinska Kick Butt! Robert Pattinson Gets Candid About Being in Public Relationships With Kristen Stewart and FKA Twigs

Forget to Botox and you're playing someone's grandmother. Milo Ventimiglia says he got a taste of ageism himself when he admitted that he wanted to play Batman, but producers thought he was too old. According to Ventimiglia, he asked his agents to seriously look into the possibility of playing the role, saying, "I've always wanted to be Batman." For the record, Michael Keaton was 38 when he played Batman in 1989. Ben Affleck was the oldest of all, playing Batman at 44.

They said, 'Ventimiglia, you're too old.'" While on hand Saturday, Seyfried admitted that she's regularly asked Ventimiglia about somehow appearing on his hit show, This Is Us. "I just want to be in your scenes," she told Ventimiglia. "Yeah, like, 'Oh, yeah, no, it's just right there on Parker, or Butler or Greg [the dogs who play Enzo].'" The Art of Racing in the Rain arrives in theaters on Friday.