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Watched Parasite at a local movie theater over the weekend. Totally deserved the wins it got at Oscars.

Harvey Weinstein Found Guilty of Rape in New York City Trial ...was found guilty on two counts, rape in the third degree and criminal sexual act in the first degree. He was found not guilty on two counts of predatory sexual assault and one count of rape in the first degree. Weinstein, who has continuously denied all allegations of non-consensual sex, was handcuffed and taken out of the courtroom. He will be sentenced on March 11. https://www.eonline.com/news/998310/harvey-weinstein-found-guilty-of-rape-in-new-york-city-trial?source=email&medium=emn-cta-1&cmpid=breaking&content=emn-full-details

Any guesses what will happen in a year when they "reassess the situation"?

How does everyone feel about H&M not being allowed to use the word royal in their charity work? I have to say, I agree with the Queen. If you want to walk away from the royal family, then you don't get use that royal status in your company name either. In addition, charity organization tax returns are typically looked at more closely. I wonder if they know that?? When tax returns get published and a huge % of that $ goes into their pockets, people are going to notice...

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Announce They Will Not Use 'Sussex Royal' Brand After Official Exit https://people.com/royals/meghan-markle-and-prince-harry-announce-they-will-not-use-sussex-royal-brand-after-official-exit/ Meghan and Harry insist Queen Elizabeth doesn’t own the word ‘royal’ Hours after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex confirmed on Friday they would not go ahead with their planned “Sussex Royal” brand after The Queen put a stop to it, they posted an extraordinary statement on their website insisting they still had the right to the word “royal.” The statement reads: “While there is not any jurisdiction by The Monarchy or Cabinet Office over the use of the word ‘Royal’ overseas, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex do not intend to use ‘Sussex Royal’ or any iteration of the word ‘Royal’ in any territory (either within the UK or otherwise) when the transition occurs Spring 2020.” https://pagesix.com/2020/02/21/meghan-and-harry-insist-queen-elizabeth-doesnt-own-the-word-royal/

This response on the BlindGossip comments really made me laugh

I saw this story yesterday and knew heads would roll. Harry and Meghan's use of the word 'Royal' being reviewed, source says https://www.cnn.com/2020/02/19/uk/harry-meghan-royal-sussex-brand-intl-gbr/index.html I have to admit I like the logo, very cleaver.

WTF Branding February 18, 2020 [Blind Gossip] In the most refined, educated, cultured, polished, and modern way, this celebrity couple reacted to a proposed change to their branding. The reaction was basically, “What the f*ck? What the actual f*ck?!” So if you read something about how they have accepted the change, roll your eyes. They have definitively NOT accepted this change. They are furious beyond belief!!! This will cost them millions of dollars. They have sunk a lot of money into two-word branding, websites, trademarks, logos, etc. They are asking their attorneys if they have legal standing to fight. Their rationale for fighting? The word [redacted] is already being used on towels, on liquor, and on soda brands! They think they should be able to use the word the way they want to. Maybe. However, fighting the husband’s family on this could potentially make a bad situation even worse! It is possible that if they even signal that they are going to fight for that one word, the family could withdraw permission for the second word as well. Meaning… they could have certain titles taken away from them and have both words of the trademark challenged. Since the titles are pretty much all they have left, they might want to quit while they are behind. Better to settle for half than none? Perhaps their time would be better spent coming up with a new brand. In between all that yoga, of course. Did the family do the right thing? What should the couple do? Similar: The Big Plan Couple: [Optional] Give them a new brand name! Creativity encouraged!

Ozzy Osbourne cancels North American tour one month after revealing Parkinson's diagnosis https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ozzy-osbourne-cancels-tour-parkinsons-north-america/

She Floated Her Buyout Number February 14, 2020 [Blind Gossip] We have a fascinating story to tell you about a famous couple! This actress has caused so much controversy – and caused so many disruptions to the family into which she married – that it is sometimes difficult to figure out exactly what kind of game she is playing. Allow us to tell you about one game she played that was so public – yet so sneaky – that we all missed it! There was actually a point at which his family could have made her “go away” by paying her off. When was that? What was she looking for? During the negotiations. She would have accepted a very large amount of cash to walk away. Here’s what happened. She had her people pass along her number to several outsiders. They, in turn, publicly stated the number as the “value” that they put on her brand. That was the amount of the buyout she was proposing! That range was her ask. She would have liked the high end, but would have settled for the low end. Why make that number so public? Why didn’t our actress just have her people negotiate directly with the family in private? To have asked them for it directly – either verbally or in writing – would have presented serious legal issues. This way it looked like a simple and objective analysis done by outsiders. Not to mention the fact that her husband would likely have discovered that she was willing to trade him for a very large, ransom-like payoff! So the ask was made via some very public statements. How did his family react? His family knew exactly what she was doing. They probably did debate the pros and cons of meeting her demands or making an alternative offer. However, in the end, they decided it was all so egregious that it was better to simply sever the relationship. They just hope that he will return someday. Supposedly she was surprised that they did not make an offer, but not devastated. While she did not get exactly what she was wanted – which was a quick buyout – she will now set out to “earn” that money alongside her hapless and naive husband. Similar: Stockholm Boy Couple: Her Buyout Number: [Optional] Should they have paid her? Where will all these players be in five years?

Popbitch >> Lifting spirits << How to treat your runners It can be a tough life being a runner in TV. Constantly on-hand, made to do grunt work, occasionally getting tangled in national tabloid scandals, etc – but it isn't without the odd perk here and there. For instance, one runner working on Sky's coverage of the Academy Awards last weekend found himself in a lift at the Roosevelt Hotel shortly after the ceremony, sharing it with none other than Renee Zellweger and her new friend, Oscar. When the doors closed, Renee offered him the award to hold and suggested that the two of them take a picture together. Bless.

What Do We Do With These Photos of Brad Pitt and Regina King at the Oscars? https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a30843109/brad-pitt-regina-king-oscars-2020/

ENTERTAINMENT LAWYER 02/10 **20** OSCARS: This permanent A list mostly movie actress from multiple movie franchises was looking for blood after she presented. There was a line added to her speech which had not been there at rehearsal and she was livid because she wouldn't have agreed to it if she saw it beforehand. Has to be Sigourney Weaver- that "all women are superheroes" line made even me roll my eyes

So, You Want to Watch Parasite Now That It Won Best Picture—Here’s How https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/film-tv/a30845464/how-to-watch-parasite-online/

The Noisy Spotlight February 5, 2020 [Blind Gossip] This couple claims to want a quiet, relaxing life. However, they sure are holding an awful lot of meetings about things that would purposefully propel them into the noisy spotlight! Here is just one example. It’s been meeting after meeting. They are doing a lot of strategizing. One debate right now is whether or not they should go to The Academy Awards. They absolutely COULD go if they wanted to go, but there is some discussion about whether or not they SHOULD go. Arguments for attending The Oscars include a worldwide audience… and an opportunity to engage with all the most important people in the industry. You know that they would love that big audience! Our actress half of the couple has likely always dreamed of going to The Oscars. Since she is unlikely to get there based on her acting skills, this may be her big chance to go. However, their appearance would grab the biggest headlines if it was a complete surprise. That means they would have to forego all those pre-event parties that are ideal for industry introductions and mingling. Arguments against attending The Oscars include not having a specific project to promote or support… and the logistics of arranging everything at the last minute. Without a nominated person or project to support, their appearance would be seen as purely self-promotional. That could spur more public criticism, as well as potentially irritate those nominees on whom the spotlight should be shining that evening. Of course, the logistics would be challenging given the size of their security staff. We do not know which way this will go. She does have a dress ready, though! Similar: Will Lie For Oscar Couple: [Optional] Should they go? What kind of life do you think they really want?