Exclusive: LA’s 3Point0 Labs has continued its signing spree by adding Saudi-American producer Dh’Bab Productions to its ranks.
Dh’Bab is led by Saudi Arabian actor and producer Hishan Fageeh (Barakah Meets Barakah) and Sultan Tamer, and was founded with a mission of being a bridge between the Middle Eastern country the U.S. It has now signed with talent management house 3Point0 Labs, which has been expanding internationally with a spate of talent deals in recent months.
“The local Saudi and Gcc industries have fostered a deep well of creative talent that wants nothing more than to share their stories and experiences with the world through art,” said Andrew Cutrow, Chief Business Officer and Head of the Entertainment division of 3Point0 Labs. “Coming off the paradigm shifting work we did in the boxing space in the Kingdom, we’ll continue to build bridges and push boundaries.”
Dh...
Dh’Bab is led by Saudi Arabian actor and producer Hishan Fageeh (Barakah Meets Barakah) and Sultan Tamer, and was founded with a mission of being a bridge between the Middle Eastern country the U.S. It has now signed with talent management house 3Point0 Labs, which has been expanding internationally with a spate of talent deals in recent months.
“The local Saudi and Gcc industries have fostered a deep well of creative talent that wants nothing more than to share their stories and experiences with the world through art,” said Andrew Cutrow, Chief Business Officer and Head of the Entertainment division of 3Point0 Labs. “Coming off the paradigm shifting work we did in the boxing space in the Kingdom, we’ll continue to build bridges and push boundaries.”
Dh...
- 4/24/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Alex Pereira managed to retain his UFC light heavyweight title against Jamahal Hill on Saturday night, proving why he was a favorite heading into the matchup. The Brazilian fighter took on the American at the UFC 300 match and ended up defeating him in a brutal knockout.
It was an entertaining match from start to finish, with both fighters going toe-to-toe. In the end, the Poatan pulled off a stunning victory, breaking what has come to be known as ‘Drake’s Curse,’ as the rapper had bet on him.
The singer placed his bets on the Brazilian (Source: Wikimedia Commons) How much did Drake bet on Alex Pereira in his UFC 300 match against Jamahal Hill?
Drake is one of the most well-known rappers in the world, with five Grammy Awards to his name. He has played an instrumental role in popularizing R&b in the hip-hop genre of music. While he is primarily a musician,...
It was an entertaining match from start to finish, with both fighters going toe-to-toe. In the end, the Poatan pulled off a stunning victory, breaking what has come to be known as ‘Drake’s Curse,’ as the rapper had bet on him.
The singer placed his bets on the Brazilian (Source: Wikimedia Commons) How much did Drake bet on Alex Pereira in his UFC 300 match against Jamahal Hill?
Drake is one of the most well-known rappers in the world, with five Grammy Awards to his name. He has played an instrumental role in popularizing R&b in the hip-hop genre of music. While he is primarily a musician,...
- 4/14/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Exclusive: 3Point0 Labs has followed up recent strategic moves by signing In the Summers co-producer Luz Films.
Headed by Sergio Lira, Lynette Coll and Cristobal Güell, Luz was created with a mission to make Latino-focused prestige and elevated-genre content from diverse creatives and producers in the film and TV space. Its debut film, In the Summers, was a prize winner at Sundance earlier this year.
“Sergio, Lynette, and Cristobal bring such an authentic desire to foster family and community in everything they do,” said Andrew Cutrow, Chief Business Officer and Head of the Entertainment division of 3Point0 Labs. “They bring a vision that is so core to 3Point0’s mission to build communities and infrastructure globally. Luz is a rocket ship and we are so humbled to be a part of their growth as they take off.”
As we revealed at the time, Luz Films launched in January with former...
Headed by Sergio Lira, Lynette Coll and Cristobal Güell, Luz was created with a mission to make Latino-focused prestige and elevated-genre content from diverse creatives and producers in the film and TV space. Its debut film, In the Summers, was a prize winner at Sundance earlier this year.
“Sergio, Lynette, and Cristobal bring such an authentic desire to foster family and community in everything they do,” said Andrew Cutrow, Chief Business Officer and Head of the Entertainment division of 3Point0 Labs. “They bring a vision that is so core to 3Point0’s mission to build communities and infrastructure globally. Luz is a rocket ship and we are so humbled to be a part of their growth as they take off.”
As we revealed at the time, Luz Films launched in January with former...
- 4/2/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Nominees for the 28th Annual Webby Awards were announced Tuesday, with organizations such as Apple, Audible, GLAAD and Warner Bros Discovery in the running along with such personalities as Adam Driver, Jason and Travis Kelce, Laverne Cox, Ryan Gosling, Taylor Swift and Timothée Chalamet.
Winners will be announced Tuesday, April 23, ahead of a ceremony at New York’s Cipriani Wall Street on Monday, May 13. Amber Ruffin will host this year’s ceremony.
28th Annual Webby Nominee Highlights:
Best Video Editing, Craft
#GameTimeGlow – A New Sports Tradition for Dads & Daughters – /prompt.Backstage with Adam Driver – Squarespace
Farewell to DVDs – Ways & Means
Kruger – Love Is Messy – Nimiopere Film Editorial
Meta x Rayban: Coco Gauff x The Art of the Downtime – Church Edit
Integrated Campaign, Advertising Campaigns
All aboard all of The Times – The New York Times
Barbie The Movie – Mattel
HBO Winning Time Season 2 – Warner Bros. Discovery...
Winners will be announced Tuesday, April 23, ahead of a ceremony at New York’s Cipriani Wall Street on Monday, May 13. Amber Ruffin will host this year’s ceremony.
28th Annual Webby Nominee Highlights:
Best Video Editing, Craft
#GameTimeGlow – A New Sports Tradition for Dads & Daughters – /prompt.Backstage with Adam Driver – Squarespace
Farewell to DVDs – Ways & Means
Kruger – Love Is Messy – Nimiopere Film Editorial
Meta x Rayban: Coco Gauff x The Art of the Downtime – Church Edit
Integrated Campaign, Advertising Campaigns
All aboard all of The Times – The New York Times
Barbie The Movie – Mattel
HBO Winning Time Season 2 – Warner Bros. Discovery...
- 4/2/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Few rivalries in rap music are as intense as Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s. Along with sharing appearances on each other’s albums, the two have also shown respect for one another in interviews. However, the very things that have united them have also caused them to drift apart.
A controversy erupted when Drake made a derogatory remark about Lamar and his song, Control, back in 2013. The song was eventually pulled from the album due to sample clearance issues, and many rappers responded to it right away—just not the one Lamar seemed to want to hear from most.
Drake asked, “Kendrick is giving people moments, but are you listening to it now?” in reference to the now-famous verse of Big Sean’s song Control.
Drake in One Dance
And now, Lamar is providing more moments for people eleven years later. In an uncredited cameo on Future & Metro Boomin’s...
A controversy erupted when Drake made a derogatory remark about Lamar and his song, Control, back in 2013. The song was eventually pulled from the album due to sample clearance issues, and many rappers responded to it right away—just not the one Lamar seemed to want to hear from most.
Drake asked, “Kendrick is giving people moments, but are you listening to it now?” in reference to the now-famous verse of Big Sean’s song Control.
Drake in One Dance
And now, Lamar is providing more moments for people eleven years later. In an uncredited cameo on Future & Metro Boomin’s...
- 3/23/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Welcome to our rundown of the most-watched branded YouTube videos of the week.
We’re publishing this snippet of a larger Gospel Stats Weekly Brand Report in order to analyze sponsorship trends in the creator economy. Any video launched in tandem with an official brand partner is eligible for the ranking.
And – as the name up above would imply – all the data comes from Gospel Stats. If you’re interested in learning more about Gospel – and which brands are sponsoring what creators on YouTube – click here.
If there’s one thing YouTube audiences like to do, it’s learn. We’ve seen for years now that educational and DIY content are integral to the platform, and that’s especially apparent in our latest Weekly Brand Report, where the list is absolutely dominated by videos (and sponsors) whose entire business is teaching you stuff.
What stuff?
Find out right here:
#1 Knockout Chaos | Anthony Joshua vs.
We’re publishing this snippet of a larger Gospel Stats Weekly Brand Report in order to analyze sponsorship trends in the creator economy. Any video launched in tandem with an official brand partner is eligible for the ranking.
And – as the name up above would imply – all the data comes from Gospel Stats. If you’re interested in learning more about Gospel – and which brands are sponsoring what creators on YouTube – click here.
If there’s one thing YouTube audiences like to do, it’s learn. We’ve seen for years now that educational and DIY content are integral to the platform, and that’s especially apparent in our latest Weekly Brand Report, where the list is absolutely dominated by videos (and sponsors) whose entire business is teaching you stuff.
What stuff?
Find out right here:
#1 Knockout Chaos | Anthony Joshua vs.
- 3/18/2024
- by James Hale
- Tubefilter.com
Exclusive: LA management house 3Point0 Labs has acquired digital content agency Thirty Three Media.
Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, but this marks a second recent investment for Marquel Martin’s 3Point0 Labs, following the launch of its talent and literary division earlier this month.
Thirty Three Media is social- and digital-first content agency that works with brands, entertainment figures and athletes such as Mma star Francis Ngannou. In that sense, it is a strong fit with 3Point0 Labs, whose founder Martin is the manager of UFC heavyweight champion and boxer Ngannou.
Further tying the two companies is the fact Thirty Three founder Randy Faehnrich is a producer, creator, and former head of social media at the UFC, where he oversaw huge growth at its social channels. Thirty Three counts Ngannou, who lost his recent heavyweight boxing clash with Anthony Joshua, on its books along with UFC stars...
Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, but this marks a second recent investment for Marquel Martin’s 3Point0 Labs, following the launch of its talent and literary division earlier this month.
Thirty Three Media is social- and digital-first content agency that works with brands, entertainment figures and athletes such as Mma star Francis Ngannou. In that sense, it is a strong fit with 3Point0 Labs, whose founder Martin is the manager of UFC heavyweight champion and boxer Ngannou.
Further tying the two companies is the fact Thirty Three founder Randy Faehnrich is a producer, creator, and former head of social media at the UFC, where he oversaw huge growth at its social channels. Thirty Three counts Ngannou, who lost his recent heavyweight boxing clash with Anthony Joshua, on its books along with UFC stars...
- 3/18/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
In the world of boxing and video games, Anthony Joshua is a household name. So much so that multiple games have taken inspiration from this charismatic fighter and modeled their own version of a playable character across several platforms.
If Anthony Joshua’s recent knockout (going against Francis Ngannou) is any evidence of how incredible his ‘movesets‘ can be, these games are a testimony to the fighter’s outstanding legacy. Over the years, here are some cool examples of how video games have paid homage to Anthony’s boxing career.
UFC: An Obvious Choice The fighter decides to fight in a fighting game and fans may have seen this one coming.
Over the years, UFC games have increasingly maintained an industry standard of how real-life fighters find their way into the ring, letting players experience the sport for themselves. Without, you know, hurting anyone around them in real life.
Suggestedea...
If Anthony Joshua’s recent knockout (going against Francis Ngannou) is any evidence of how incredible his ‘movesets‘ can be, these games are a testimony to the fighter’s outstanding legacy. Over the years, here are some cool examples of how video games have paid homage to Anthony’s boxing career.
UFC: An Obvious Choice The fighter decides to fight in a fighting game and fans may have seen this one coming.
Over the years, UFC games have increasingly maintained an industry standard of how real-life fighters find their way into the ring, letting players experience the sport for themselves. Without, you know, hurting anyone around them in real life.
Suggestedea...
- 3/11/2024
- by Tanay Sharma
- FandomWire
Known for his music and Grammy-winning hits, over the past few years, Drake has also earned the reputation of bringing somewhat bad luck to the sports stars he places his bets on. While it seemed ineffective in the case of the Kansas City Chiefs, whom the rapper bet $1.15 million on, Francis Ngannou does not seem to have the same luck as the football team.
Global music icon Drake | image: Instagramt/@champagnepapi
The former UFC heavyweight champion was knocked out cold in just two rounds by his opponent Anthony Joshua in their recent dual, for which the God’s Plan singer bet $615,000 on Ngannou.
Drake Bet $615,000 on Francis Ngannou to Beat Anthony Joshua
The rapper-singer Drake made his pick in the Francis Ngannou vs. Anthony Joshua for their match in Saudi Arabia. Known for his penchant for betting large sums on sports events, he has placed a $615,000 bet on Ngannou’s victory.
Global music icon Drake | image: Instagramt/@champagnepapi
The former UFC heavyweight champion was knocked out cold in just two rounds by his opponent Anthony Joshua in their recent dual, for which the God’s Plan singer bet $615,000 on Ngannou.
Drake Bet $615,000 on Francis Ngannou to Beat Anthony Joshua
The rapper-singer Drake made his pick in the Francis Ngannou vs. Anthony Joshua for their match in Saudi Arabia. Known for his penchant for betting large sums on sports events, he has placed a $615,000 bet on Ngannou’s victory.
- 3/9/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Years after the Elvis Presley and Tupac Shakur holograms, another celebrity is being brought back from the dead — this time, through artificial intelligence.
Soul Machines, the company behind AI-powered “digital people,” unveiled its partnership with Authentic Brands Group on Friday for Digital Marilyn, which uses Marilyn Monroe’s likeness to offer “both fans and brands a unique and personalized engagement opportunity.”
Authentic acquired the intellectual property of Monroe in 2011 after it was sold by Anna Strasberg, wife of Monroe’s late acting teacher Lee Strasberg. Monroe had left most of her estate to Lee in her will.
Digital Marilyn is said to “interact with fans in real-time using advanced natural language processing, deep learning and Gpt 3.5.” It replies in Marilyn’s voice and affectations, shares anecdotes from the late star and “even delivers personalized greetings.”
“This collaboration exemplifies the transformative power of AI in connecting brands and consumers,” Soul Machines...
Soul Machines, the company behind AI-powered “digital people,” unveiled its partnership with Authentic Brands Group on Friday for Digital Marilyn, which uses Marilyn Monroe’s likeness to offer “both fans and brands a unique and personalized engagement opportunity.”
Authentic acquired the intellectual property of Monroe in 2011 after it was sold by Anna Strasberg, wife of Monroe’s late acting teacher Lee Strasberg. Monroe had left most of her estate to Lee in her will.
Digital Marilyn is said to “interact with fans in real-time using advanced natural language processing, deep learning and Gpt 3.5.” It replies in Marilyn’s voice and affectations, shares anecdotes from the late star and “even delivers personalized greetings.”
“This collaboration exemplifies the transformative power of AI in connecting brands and consumers,” Soul Machines...
- 3/8/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou shocked boxing fans back in October when he nearly took down the undefeated Wbc champion Tyson Fury. This Friday, the Cameroonian is looking to make a name for himself as a boxer once again by...
Quick Answer: Fans can watch the Joshua vs. Ngannou fight by purchasing the PPV livestream through Dazn or PPV.com.
Buy joshua vs. ngannou PPV at dazn $39.99
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou shocked boxing fans back in October when he nearly took down the undefeated Wbc champion Tyson Fury. This Friday, the Cameroonian is looking to make a name for himself as a boxer once again by...
- 3/8/2024
- by Oscar Hartzog
- Rollingstone.com
Exclusive: 3Point0 Labs, the talent management house headed by former CAA agent and Francis Ngannou manager Marquel Martin, is launching a talent and literary advisory division with the signing of The Black Book producer Anakle Films.
3Point0 Labs is best known for owner Martin’s work with UFC lineal heavyweight world champion and boxer Ngannou, who is set to fight Britain’s Anthony Joshua on Friday (March 8). It launched in in 2022 after Martin exited his combat sports agent role at CAA, from which he had placed Mma star Ngannou in Fast & Furious film F9.
It has underscored the launch of3Point0 Labs Talent & Literary Management by signing U.S.-Nigerian producer Anakle Films, which is led by founder Editi Effiong, who wrote, produced and directed Netflix’s action thriller film The Black Book. Mimi Bartels, former general manager of FilmOne Studios and a major player in Nollywood, is co-founder.
3Point0 Labs is best known for owner Martin’s work with UFC lineal heavyweight world champion and boxer Ngannou, who is set to fight Britain’s Anthony Joshua on Friday (March 8). It launched in in 2022 after Martin exited his combat sports agent role at CAA, from which he had placed Mma star Ngannou in Fast & Furious film F9.
It has underscored the launch of3Point0 Labs Talent & Literary Management by signing U.S.-Nigerian producer Anakle Films, which is led by founder Editi Effiong, who wrote, produced and directed Netflix’s action thriller film The Black Book. Mimi Bartels, former general manager of FilmOne Studios and a major player in Nollywood, is co-founder.
- 3/4/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Saudi’s Joy Awards Honors Anthony Hopkins, Kevin Costner & More
The likes of Anthony Hopkins, Kevin Costner and Mark Wahlberg were honored at Saudi Arabia’s Joy Awards 2024 on Saturday. Jean Reno, Eva Longoria, Salman Khan, Martin Lawrence, Quincy Jones, Alia Bhatt, Georgina Rodriguez, Anthony Anderson, Sam Worthington and Paul Anderson were also either celebrated or in attendance in Riyadh, along with the likes directors Zach Schneider and Doug Liman, and global sports stars Tyson Fury, John Cena and Francis Ngannou. The awards are part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program and recognize major names in music, cinema, television, sports, and more from the Arab world. Hopkins, Costner and Jones were among several recipients of Lifetime Achievement honors, while industry awards went to Bollywood star Bhatt, Schneider and Bad Boys actor Martin Lawrence among others. Mbc Group, the Middle East’s largest broadcast and media firm, co-hosts the awards, which...
The likes of Anthony Hopkins, Kevin Costner and Mark Wahlberg were honored at Saudi Arabia’s Joy Awards 2024 on Saturday. Jean Reno, Eva Longoria, Salman Khan, Martin Lawrence, Quincy Jones, Alia Bhatt, Georgina Rodriguez, Anthony Anderson, Sam Worthington and Paul Anderson were also either celebrated or in attendance in Riyadh, along with the likes directors Zach Schneider and Doug Liman, and global sports stars Tyson Fury, John Cena and Francis Ngannou. The awards are part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 program and recognize major names in music, cinema, television, sports, and more from the Arab world. Hopkins, Costner and Jones were among several recipients of Lifetime Achievement honors, while industry awards went to Bollywood star Bhatt, Schneider and Bad Boys actor Martin Lawrence among others. Mbc Group, the Middle East’s largest broadcast and media firm, co-hosts the awards, which...
- 1/22/2024
- by Jesse Whittock and Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
ESPN could be trying to build up its offerings of tertiary sports in preparation to spend less on NBA rights after 2024-25.
ESPN may not be ready to launch a direct-to-consumer streaming platform with its full lineup of sports yet, but it’s clearly evolving toward that goal. The next step in that evolution was announced this week, as ESPN renewed a broadcasting agreement with one of its most important combat sports partners.
ESPN has agreed to a new, multiyear agreement with the Professional Fighters League. Pfl events will be shown on linear ESPN channels and ESPN+, and will offer a new division featuring Jake Paul next year. The deal could be an indication that ESPN is already trying to anticipate having fewer NBA games in its next rights deal with that league. Sign Up Now $10.99+ / month espnplus.com ESPN and the Premier Fighting League, Together Again
Front Office Sports...
ESPN may not be ready to launch a direct-to-consumer streaming platform with its full lineup of sports yet, but it’s clearly evolving toward that goal. The next step in that evolution was announced this week, as ESPN renewed a broadcasting agreement with one of its most important combat sports partners.
ESPN has agreed to a new, multiyear agreement with the Professional Fighters League. Pfl events will be shown on linear ESPN channels and ESPN+, and will offer a new division featuring Jake Paul next year. The deal could be an indication that ESPN is already trying to anticipate having fewer NBA games in its next rights deal with that league. Sign Up Now $10.99+ / month espnplus.com ESPN and the Premier Fighting League, Together Again
Front Office Sports...
- 12/4/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
The voice is unmistakable. As the video of a woman wading into the ocean during sunset played, a melodic tune was overlaid: “I woke up, woke up, woke up in a sunshine stattte, that’s livin’ up to me.”
The voice was clearly that of T-Pain, including his signature Auto-Tune eccentricities. The catch? The lyrics — and T-Pain’s singing voice itself — were created by generative artificial intelligence tech called “Dream Track” from YouTube. The AI wrote the song and re-created T-Pain’s voice so that a user could include it as a personal soundtrack to a video. YouTube also has signed John Legend, Demi Lovato and Charlie Puth, among others, for its Dream Track tech.
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta has beta-launched a cast of AI “characters,” all of which share the likenesses of such celebrities as Tom Brady, Snoop Dogg and MrBeast. And tech startups, like the AI-focused firm...
The voice was clearly that of T-Pain, including his signature Auto-Tune eccentricities. The catch? The lyrics — and T-Pain’s singing voice itself — were created by generative artificial intelligence tech called “Dream Track” from YouTube. The AI wrote the song and re-created T-Pain’s voice so that a user could include it as a personal soundtrack to a video. YouTube also has signed John Legend, Demi Lovato and Charlie Puth, among others, for its Dream Track tech.
Facebook and Instagram owner Meta has beta-launched a cast of AI “characters,” all of which share the likenesses of such celebrities as Tom Brady, Snoop Dogg and MrBeast. And tech startups, like the AI-focused firm...
- 11/30/2023
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fresh off its blockbuster acquisition of Bellator, the Professional Fighters League (Pfl) has inked a new multi-year deal with its U.S. broadcast partner ESPN.
The deal will see the Pfl’s regular season, playoffs and world championship run on both ESPN’s linear networks and on ESPN+.
Pfl also plans to launch the Pfl PPV Super Fight Division in 2024, and ESPN+ PPV will distribute the premium fights, which will feature fighters like Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul.
The deal also includes expanded shoulder programming and pre- and post-match coverage on both linear and streaming.
“We’re really excited about the next chapter, obviously ESPN is a key destination for Mma and not only are we focused on growing the Pfl, but we’re playing a role in growing the sport here in the U.S., engaging avid Mma fans as well as bringing stick and ball fans over,” says Peter Murray,...
The deal will see the Pfl’s regular season, playoffs and world championship run on both ESPN’s linear networks and on ESPN+.
Pfl also plans to launch the Pfl PPV Super Fight Division in 2024, and ESPN+ PPV will distribute the premium fights, which will feature fighters like Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul.
The deal also includes expanded shoulder programming and pre- and post-match coverage on both linear and streaming.
“We’re really excited about the next chapter, obviously ESPN is a key destination for Mma and not only are we focused on growing the Pfl, but we’re playing a role in growing the sport here in the U.S., engaging avid Mma fans as well as bringing stick and ball fans over,” says Peter Murray,...
- 11/30/2023
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Michael B Jordan will return as star and director of Creed IV to explore the next chapter of Adonis Creed’s punchy life and career.
It looks like we’ll be getting another Creed film, according to reports that surfaced over the weekend stating that a fourth movie in the Rocky spin-off series is officially in the works. Not much else is known about the project, apart from that the franchise’s star, Michael B Jordan will not only reprise the character of second-generation boxing champ, Adonis Creed, but also he will once again direct the film too.
Jordan made his feature-length directorial debut with this year’s Creed III, adding another fine entry into what has so far been a rock-solid franchise, both in terms of quality and commercial success. The film ended its global box office run after grossing $275.3 million worldwide from a $75 million budget.
While 2018’s Creed II...
It looks like we’ll be getting another Creed film, according to reports that surfaced over the weekend stating that a fourth movie in the Rocky spin-off series is officially in the works. Not much else is known about the project, apart from that the franchise’s star, Michael B Jordan will not only reprise the character of second-generation boxing champ, Adonis Creed, but also he will once again direct the film too.
Jordan made his feature-length directorial debut with this year’s Creed III, adding another fine entry into what has so far been a rock-solid franchise, both in terms of quality and commercial success. The film ended its global box office run after grossing $275.3 million worldwide from a $75 million budget.
While 2018’s Creed II...
- 11/20/2023
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
The most anticipated crossover fighting event is finally here. Former UFC Heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and heavyweight boxing champion “The Gypsy King” Tyson Fury will face off in a 10-round exhibition boxing match live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The long-awaited battle takes place this Saturday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. Et on ESPN+ PPV. You can watch the action with a Subscription to ESPN+ and by purchasing the PPV for $79.99 on ESPN .
How to Watch Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou When: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. Et Where: ESPN+ Streaming: Get the fight by subscribing to ESPN+ and purchasing the PPV for $79.99 Sign Up Now $10.99 / month espnplus.com About Fury vs. Ngannou
Francis Ngannou left the UFC at the height of his power to fight for himself. Since then, he’s signed to the Professional Fighters League, become a minority equity owner of the Pfl, and now will fight the heavyweight boxing champion in Fury.
How to Watch Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou When: Saturday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. Et Where: ESPN+ Streaming: Get the fight by subscribing to ESPN+ and purchasing the PPV for $79.99 Sign Up Now $10.99 / month espnplus.com About Fury vs. Ngannou
Francis Ngannou left the UFC at the height of his power to fight for himself. Since then, he’s signed to the Professional Fighters League, become a minority equity owner of the Pfl, and now will fight the heavyweight boxing champion in Fury.
- 10/28/2023
- by Jeff Kotuby
- The Streamable
Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo posted new shirtless photos that show off his muscled physique – and painted black toes – while lounging on a megayacht.
The 38-year-old Portuguese footballer wore swimming trunks with gold patterned print, alongside the post he captioned “Vacation mood ” during his getaway trip in Sardinia.
Despite his sculpted abs and the smug smile he gave to the camera, fans quickly noticed his toenails painted in black.
“Is that nail Polish ?” one fan asked, while another fan commented, “Love the toenails, Goat .”
In Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez’s Instagram posts of their vacations, the athlete’s black nail paint on ten of his toes are visible.
This is not the first time Ronaldo confidently showed his colored toenails on social media. Back in January, the Mma fighter Francis Ngannou shared a group picture with Ronaldo that revealed his painted toes. And followed by a sauna snap in April,...
The 38-year-old Portuguese footballer wore swimming trunks with gold patterned print, alongside the post he captioned “Vacation mood ” during his getaway trip in Sardinia.
Despite his sculpted abs and the smug smile he gave to the camera, fans quickly noticed his toenails painted in black.
“Is that nail Polish ?” one fan asked, while another fan commented, “Love the toenails, Goat .”
In Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez’s Instagram posts of their vacations, the athlete’s black nail paint on ten of his toes are visible.
This is not the first time Ronaldo confidently showed his colored toenails on social media. Back in January, the Mma fighter Francis Ngannou shared a group picture with Ronaldo that revealed his painted toes. And followed by a sauna snap in April,...
- 7/10/2023
- by River Zhang
- Uinterview
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Jon Jones is back.
After a three-year hiatus, the former two-time light heavyweight champ — and one of the best UFC fighters of all time — will take his first shot at the heavyweight title against former Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion Ciryl Gane.
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The last time we saw Jones in action was in February of 2020 when he defended his light heavyweight belt for the third time against Dominick Reyes.
Jon Jones is back.
After a three-year hiatus, the former two-time light heavyweight champ — and one of the best UFC fighters of all time — will take his first shot at the heavyweight title against former Interim UFC Heavyweight Champion Ciryl Gane.
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The last time we saw Jones in action was in February of 2020 when he defended his light heavyweight belt for the third time against Dominick Reyes.
- 3/4/2023
- by Oscar Hartzog
- Rollingstone.com
Model Arianny Celeste at the PrettyLittleThing Los Angeles Office Opening Party in California. Pic credit: ©ImageCollect.com//Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency
UFC ring girl Arianny Celeste took off for an excursion to Mexico following UFC 279 and showed fans the skimpy bikini she wore as part of her getaway.
The 36-year-old model displayed a light green two-piece consisting of a top with large shoulder straps and tiny bottoms, which included unique thin ties around her waist.
Arianny posed for two photos in her Instagram carousel post with beautiful ocean water in the distance as she sat on a comfortable sofa to enjoy the outdoor scenery.
The first image provided a close-up as she rested an elbow on the back of the lounge furniture and kept her other hand on her ankle as she bent one knee across the seat.
In a second photo, Arianny kneeled on the sofa with both...
UFC ring girl Arianny Celeste took off for an excursion to Mexico following UFC 279 and showed fans the skimpy bikini she wore as part of her getaway.
The 36-year-old model displayed a light green two-piece consisting of a top with large shoulder straps and tiny bottoms, which included unique thin ties around her waist.
Arianny posed for two photos in her Instagram carousel post with beautiful ocean water in the distance as she sat on a comfortable sofa to enjoy the outdoor scenery.
The first image provided a close-up as she rested an elbow on the back of the lounge furniture and kept her other hand on her ankle as she bent one knee across the seat.
In a second photo, Arianny kneeled on the sofa with both...
- 9/14/2022
- by Matt Couden
- Monsters and Critics
Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Steve-o, Eric André, Machine Gun Kelly, Chris Pontius, Rachel Wolfson, Jeff Tremaine, Jason “Wee Man” Acuña, Rachel Wolfson | Directed by Jeff Tremaine
The tagline for Jackass Forever reads, “Some people never learn.” Thank goodness for that, because if they did, we wouldn’t have had this fourth instalment in the series, twelve years after Jackass 3D. You might have thought that Johnny Knoxville and the rest of the Jackass crew were getting a bit too old to be performing painful, stupid and life-endangering stunts of this magnitude, but oh no – they’re back and they’re as willing to seriously injure themselves for our entertainment as they ever were.
You essentially already know if you’re going to like Jackass Forever, because it’s exactly the same as the previous Jackass movies, in a good way. Throughout the film, Knoxville and the gang – including Steve-o, Chris Pontius,...
The tagline for Jackass Forever reads, “Some people never learn.” Thank goodness for that, because if they did, we wouldn’t have had this fourth instalment in the series, twelve years after Jackass 3D. You might have thought that Johnny Knoxville and the rest of the Jackass crew were getting a bit too old to be performing painful, stupid and life-endangering stunts of this magnitude, but oh no – they’re back and they’re as willing to seriously injure themselves for our entertainment as they ever were.
You essentially already know if you’re going to like Jackass Forever, because it’s exactly the same as the previous Jackass movies, in a good way. Throughout the film, Knoxville and the gang – including Steve-o, Chris Pontius,...
- 4/28/2022
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Steve-o, Eric André, Machine Gun Kelly, Chris Pontius, Rachel Wolfson, Jeff Tremaine, Jason “Wee Man” Acuña, Rachel Wolfson | Directed by Jeff Tremaine
The tag-line for Jackass Forever reads, “Some people never learn.” Thank goodness for that, because if they did, we wouldn’t have had this fourth instalment in the series, twelve years after Jackass 3D. You might have thought that Johnny Knoxville and the rest of the Jackass crew were getting a bit too old to be performing painful, stupid and life-endangering stunts of this magnitude, but oh no – they’re back and they’re as willing to seriously injure themselves for our entertainment as they ever were.
You essentially already know if you’re going to like Jackass Forever, because it’s exactly the same as the previous Jackass movies, in a good way. Throughout the film, Knoxville and the gang – including Steve-o, Chris Pontius,...
The tag-line for Jackass Forever reads, “Some people never learn.” Thank goodness for that, because if they did, we wouldn’t have had this fourth instalment in the series, twelve years after Jackass 3D. You might have thought that Johnny Knoxville and the rest of the Jackass crew were getting a bit too old to be performing painful, stupid and life-endangering stunts of this magnitude, but oh no – they’re back and they’re as willing to seriously injure themselves for our entertainment as they ever were.
You essentially already know if you’re going to like Jackass Forever, because it’s exactly the same as the previous Jackass movies, in a good way. Throughout the film, Knoxville and the gang – including Steve-o, Chris Pontius,...
- 2/4/2022
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
It’s no longer a shock, or even much of a surprise, to see full-frontal male nudity in a reckless youth comedy. But in “Jackass Forever,” it’s not just that there’s a whole lotta full frontal; by the end of the film, the nutsacks of half the cast members have begun to feel like family. The movie opens with a “Godzilla” parody, in which the residents of New York run screaming from the sight of a hulking dino reptile. Except that the shots of the giant beast were created on a miniature mock-up of Manhattan, and the green lizard king — as we’re shown in a setup shot — is actually the penis and scrotum of Chris Pontius, bedecked with a fake head and platelets. When people talk about the glory of experiencing movies on the big screen, I’m not sure if having this thing in your face...
- 2/2/2022
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
Down with the patriarchy! Unless, of course, they themselves are down with torturing each other for our amusement, in which case, welcome back, Johnny Knoxville and Friends!
A dignity massacre just in time for St. Valentine’s Day, the sociological documentary “Jackass Forever” is an all-new collection of raucously perilous prankery from its modern masters, twelve years after the last one (“Jackass 3D”).
One can only assume the long pause was to give the gang a chance to get their nerve back up, while roping in diverse new comrades to the comedic possibilities of extreme, how-is-this-insurable slapstick.
To put it bluntly: If this is for you, it’s hilarious; if it’s not for you, it’s still hilarious. Just stay away. It’s been a hard couple of years dealing with an unseen menace, so there should be no shame in the cathartic laughter to be found in a...
A dignity massacre just in time for St. Valentine’s Day, the sociological documentary “Jackass Forever” is an all-new collection of raucously perilous prankery from its modern masters, twelve years after the last one (“Jackass 3D”).
One can only assume the long pause was to give the gang a chance to get their nerve back up, while roping in diverse new comrades to the comedic possibilities of extreme, how-is-this-insurable slapstick.
To put it bluntly: If this is for you, it’s hilarious; if it’s not for you, it’s still hilarious. Just stay away. It’s been a hard couple of years dealing with an unseen menace, so there should be no shame in the cathartic laughter to be found in a...
- 2/2/2022
- by Robert Abele
- The Wrap
The first UFC event of 2022 is shaping up to be a big one, as Francis Ngannou takes on Ciryl Gane in a highly-anticipated heavyweight title fight streaming live tonight.
UFC 270: Ngannou vs. Gane takes place tonight, live from California and streaming on ESPN+. Here’s what you need to know about the big Mma fight.
Buy:
UFC 270 PPV Stream
at
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When Is UFC 270? Date, Time, Location
UFC 270 takes place tonight, Saturday, January 22, 2022 from the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
The main card starts at 10pm Et / 7pm Pt, with...
UFC 270: Ngannou vs. Gane takes place tonight, live from California and streaming on ESPN+. Here’s what you need to know about the big Mma fight.
Buy:
UFC 270 PPV Stream
at
$74.99
When Is UFC 270? Date, Time, Location
UFC 270 takes place tonight, Saturday, January 22, 2022 from the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
The main card starts at 10pm Et / 7pm Pt, with...
- 1/22/2022
- by Tim Chan
- Rollingstone.com
Jellysmack is charting a new business stream.
The company, which works with creators and brands to expand their social presence onto additional platforms, has launched a new Marquee Program, which will build digital content businesses from the ground up for high-profile, non-digital native celebrities.
Its first partner is UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. Jellysmack will provide financing, creative ideation, content strategy, production, distribution, and video optimization services for Ngannou to amplify monetization for his YouTube, Facebook, and Snapchat profiles.
Talent signed to Jellysmack’s Marquee Program – like its creator division – incur no upfront costs, and retain ownership of their content.
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The company, which works with creators and brands to expand their social presence onto additional platforms, has launched a new Marquee Program, which will build digital content businesses from the ground up for high-profile, non-digital native celebrities.
Its first partner is UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. Jellysmack will provide financing, creative ideation, content strategy, production, distribution, and video optimization services for Ngannou to amplify monetization for his YouTube, Facebook, and Snapchat profiles.
Talent signed to Jellysmack’s Marquee Program – like its creator division – incur no upfront costs, and retain ownership of their content.
Visit Tubefilter for more great stories.
- 1/21/2022
- by Geoff Weiss
- Tubefilter.com
There’s a lot going on in the UFC heavyweight division these days. Saturday’s UFC 265 begins the road to clarity.
An interim heavyweight title fight headlines the card at Toyota Center in Houston, with top-ranked contenders Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane set to collide in a bout that will determine who faces Francis Ngannou in a title unification match later this year.
The original plan for the card called for Ngannou to defend his belt against Lewis (25-7 Mma, 16-5 UFC). However, Ngannou was not able to prepare effectively for the date,...
An interim heavyweight title fight headlines the card at Toyota Center in Houston, with top-ranked contenders Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane set to collide in a bout that will determine who faces Francis Ngannou in a title unification match later this year.
The original plan for the card called for Ngannou to defend his belt against Lewis (25-7 Mma, 16-5 UFC). However, Ngannou was not able to prepare effectively for the date,...
- 8/5/2021
- by Mike Bohn
- Rollingstone.com
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Following a disappointing early end to McGregor vs. Poirier last month, UFC fans can look forward to the heavyweight fight between Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane. Current champ Francis Ngannou was originally slated to face off with knockout record-holder Lewis, who will instead go head-to-head with undefeated French fighter Gane in an interim bout this weekend in Houston.
When and Where Is UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane?
UFC 265 will take place live this Saturday, Aug. 8, 2021 at the Toyota Center in ...
Following a disappointing early end to McGregor vs. Poirier last month, UFC fans can look forward to the heavyweight fight between Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane. Current champ Francis Ngannou was originally slated to face off with knockout record-holder Lewis, who will instead go head-to-head with undefeated French fighter Gane in an interim bout this weekend in Houston.
When and Where Is UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane?
UFC 265 will take place live this Saturday, Aug. 8, 2021 at the Toyota Center in ...
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, we may receive an affiliate commission.
Following a disappointing early end to McGregor vs. Poirier last month, UFC fans can look forward to the heavyweight fight between Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane. Current champ Francis Ngannou was originally slated to face off with knockout record-holder Lewis, who will instead go head-to-head with undefeated French fighter Gane in an interim bout this weekend in Houston.
When and Where Is UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane?
UFC 265 will take place live this Saturday, Aug. 8, 2021 at the Toyota Center in ...
Following a disappointing early end to McGregor vs. Poirier last month, UFC fans can look forward to the heavyweight fight between Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane. Current champ Francis Ngannou was originally slated to face off with knockout record-holder Lewis, who will instead go head-to-head with undefeated French fighter Gane in an interim bout this weekend in Houston.
When and Where Is UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane?
UFC 265 will take place live this Saturday, Aug. 8, 2021 at the Toyota Center in ...
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, we may receive an affiliate commission.
You don’t need to be a UFC superfan in order to appreciate the fitness regimens endured by champions like Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson and Francis Ngannou. But if you do want to learn how to throw a punch like a pro boxer or mixed martial arts fighter (without risking a Tko), you can safely get into the ring with FightCamp, an at-home workout that recently nabbed $90 million in funding from the aforementioned fighters alongside Usher (who even added a setup to his L....
You don’t need to be a UFC superfan in order to appreciate the fitness regimens endured by champions like Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson and Francis Ngannou. But if you do want to learn how to throw a punch like a pro boxer or mixed martial arts fighter (without risking a Tko), you can safely get into the ring with FightCamp, an at-home workout that recently nabbed $90 million in funding from the aforementioned fighters alongside Usher (who even added a setup to his L....
- 7/14/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
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You don’t need to be a UFC superfan in order to appreciate the fitness regimens endured by champions like Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson and Francis Ngannou. But if you do want to learn how to throw a punch like a pro boxer or mixed martial arts fighter (without risking a Tko), you can safely get into the ring with FightCamp, an at-home workout that recently nabbed $90 million in funding from the aforementioned fighters alongside Usher (who even added a setup to his L....
You don’t need to be a UFC superfan in order to appreciate the fitness regimens endured by champions like Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson and Francis Ngannou. But if you do want to learn how to throw a punch like a pro boxer or mixed martial arts fighter (without risking a Tko), you can safely get into the ring with FightCamp, an at-home workout that recently nabbed $90 million in funding from the aforementioned fighters alongside Usher (who even added a setup to his L....
- 7/14/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
One of the most anticipated UFC matchups of the year takes place tonight, as Stipe Miocic faces off against Francis Ngannou at UFC 260, streaming live on ESPN+.
Three years after their first meeting ended in an unanimous decision for Miocic, cementing him as one of the most dominant fighters in the world, the two meet again for Miocic vs. Ngannou 2: the rematch.
What Time Does UFC 260 Start?
UFC 260 airs live from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas tonight Saturday, March 27, 2021. The official UFC 260 start time is 10pm Est / 7pm Pst for the main card.
Three years after their first meeting ended in an unanimous decision for Miocic, cementing him as one of the most dominant fighters in the world, the two meet again for Miocic vs. Ngannou 2: the rematch.
What Time Does UFC 260 Start?
UFC 260 airs live from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas tonight Saturday, March 27, 2021. The official UFC 260 start time is 10pm Est / 7pm Pst for the main card.
- 3/27/2021
- by Tim Chan
- Rollingstone.com
Few things in fighting are more prestigious than the UFC heavyweight championship. If Stipe Miocic wants to keep possession of it, he’ll have to once again overcome Francis Ngannou.
Miocic (20-3 Mma, 14-3 UFC), regarded by many as the most prominent heavyweight in the sport’s history, will attempt to add to his legacy when he rematches the frightening force that is Ngannou (15-3 Mma, 10-2 UFC) in Saturday’s UFC 260 headliner.
The title bout takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas and is available to stream...
Miocic (20-3 Mma, 14-3 UFC), regarded by many as the most prominent heavyweight in the sport’s history, will attempt to add to his legacy when he rematches the frightening force that is Ngannou (15-3 Mma, 10-2 UFC) in Saturday’s UFC 260 headliner.
The title bout takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas and is available to stream...
- 3/25/2021
- by Mike Bohn
- Rollingstone.com
UFC 259 is finally upon us and the third big UFC event of the year promises to be a good one, with three title fights in one night.
The action takes place tonight airing live on ESPN+ from Las Vegas, with Jan Blachowicz taking on Israel Adesanya for the Light Heavyweight title belt, while Amanda Nunes and Megan Anderson face off for the Women’s Featherweight Championship. The third title fight pits Petr Yan against Aljamain Sterling for the UFC Bantamweight Championship.
What Time Does UFC 259 Start?
UFC 259 takes place tonight,...
The action takes place tonight airing live on ESPN+ from Las Vegas, with Jan Blachowicz taking on Israel Adesanya for the Light Heavyweight title belt, while Amanda Nunes and Megan Anderson face off for the Women’s Featherweight Championship. The third title fight pits Petr Yan against Aljamain Sterling for the UFC Bantamweight Championship.
What Time Does UFC 259 Start?
UFC 259 takes place tonight,...
- 3/6/2021
- by Tim Chan
- Rollingstone.com
The Fast family is back together in the first trailer for Universal Pictures’ “F9,” the ninth mainline entry in the “Fast and Furious” series.
The footage shows Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Letty Ortiz (Michelle Rodriguez) living on a farm and raising Toretto’s son Brian, named after the character played by the late Paul Walker. “Now that I’m a father, I can’t live my life a quarter-mile at a time anymore,” Toretto says. But what seems to be a quaint family situation turns ominous, as Letty gifts Brian with a necklace and says “it’s for protection — from what’s coming.”
Clearly, Dom couldn’t stay away from the “Fast” life for too long. “No matter how fast you are, no one outruns their past,” he says over shots of crazy car stunts. “And mine just caught up to me.”
The trailer also features John Cena new main antagonist Jacob,...
The footage shows Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Letty Ortiz (Michelle Rodriguez) living on a farm and raising Toretto’s son Brian, named after the character played by the late Paul Walker. “Now that I’m a father, I can’t live my life a quarter-mile at a time anymore,” Toretto says. But what seems to be a quaint family situation turns ominous, as Letty gifts Brian with a necklace and says “it’s for protection — from what’s coming.”
Clearly, Dom couldn’t stay away from the “Fast” life for too long. “No matter how fast you are, no one outruns their past,” he says over shots of crazy car stunts. “And mine just caught up to me.”
The trailer also features John Cena new main antagonist Jacob,...
- 1/31/2020
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Status PR partners Mona Loring and Chris Rossi are going their separate ways. Loring and Rossi released a statement Monday that Loring is returning to her original home, Mlc PR, which she founded 15 years ago, and Rossi will remain the sole head of Status PR.
Following Loring to Mlc will be Matt Yorio and Nilda Carrazana, who will be promoted to vice presidents at the agency, along with clients including Emmy winner Carrie Preston, Garcelle Beauvais, Ryan Guzman, Tricia Helfer, Violett Beane and Lizzy Greene.
Status PR clients include Nickelodeon, Instagram, Nyle Dimarco, Molly McCook and Francis Ngannou, among others.
Their statement follows in full below.
“After two terrific years, Mona Loring will amicably part ways from Status PR where she was partners with Chris Rossi and return to her origin story at Mlc PR which she founded 15 years ago. She brings along her original team including longtime employees,...
Following Loring to Mlc will be Matt Yorio and Nilda Carrazana, who will be promoted to vice presidents at the agency, along with clients including Emmy winner Carrie Preston, Garcelle Beauvais, Ryan Guzman, Tricia Helfer, Violett Beane and Lizzy Greene.
Status PR clients include Nickelodeon, Instagram, Nyle Dimarco, Molly McCook and Francis Ngannou, among others.
Their statement follows in full below.
“After two terrific years, Mona Loring will amicably part ways from Status PR where she was partners with Chris Rossi and return to her origin story at Mlc PR which she founded 15 years ago. She brings along her original team including longtime employees,...
- 1/20/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
They say that sometimes when you find yourself at the bottom, it is a good thing because you cannot go any lower than that. Instead, the only way to go is up, and that is the life story of Francis Ngannou. He has tasted two very different worlds, having grown up in poverty and now driving a Mercedes. Get to know more about this boxer through these facts as revealed on Wikipedia. 1. His father’s bad reputation motivated him to be a boxer Our experiences help shape us negatively or positively into the people we become later in life. Francis
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Francis Ngannou...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Francis Ngannou...
- 8/21/2019
- by Allen Lee
- TVovermind.com
Since Dwayne Johnson won’t be returning for Fast and Furious 9, the sequel needs to find some muscle elsewhere. They’ve already brought in John Cena for a role in the franchise, but instead of reaching back into the world of wrestling for another cast member, they’ve snagged a Ufc fighter to get in on the […]
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- 8/15/2019
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Exclusive: The ninth installment of Fast & Furious is getting more muscle with Francis Ngannou. The Ufc fighter is joining Universal’s high-speed blockbuster franchise in a role that is being kept under wraps.
This isn’t the first Ufc fighter to join the franchise. Gina Carano appeared in Fast & Furious 6 while Ronda Rousey came in swinging in Furious 7. Details for the yet-to-be-titled Fast & Furious 9 have yet to be released — but do audiences really need a summary? Just give us a handful of crazy, gravity-defying chase scenes and a couple of moments where the Rock goes head-to-head with someone and everyone will be happy.
Also known as Francis “The Predator” Ngannou, the Ufc fighter #2 in the heavyweight division. Francis most recently beat Junior dos Santos with a 71 second knockout — making Francis have the most Ufc finishes in the heavyweight division. Francis won his previous fight...
This isn’t the first Ufc fighter to join the franchise. Gina Carano appeared in Fast & Furious 6 while Ronda Rousey came in swinging in Furious 7. Details for the yet-to-be-titled Fast & Furious 9 have yet to be released — but do audiences really need a summary? Just give us a handful of crazy, gravity-defying chase scenes and a couple of moments where the Rock goes head-to-head with someone and everyone will be happy.
Also known as Francis “The Predator” Ngannou, the Ufc fighter #2 in the heavyweight division. Francis most recently beat Junior dos Santos with a 71 second knockout — making Francis have the most Ufc finishes in the heavyweight division. Francis won his previous fight...
- 8/14/2019
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
Junior Dos Santos is a Bad man, and Derrick Lewis knows beatin' him ain't gonna be easy, but when he does ... "The Black Beast" knows who's next in line for an ass-whoopin' -- Stipe Miocic. Lewis is headlining Ufc Fight Night 146 this weekend in Kansas against Dos Santos -- a 6'4", 250-pound ex-ufc heavyweight champion -- who's beaten 5 former Ufc heavyweight champs. The champs Jds has beaten ... Fabricio Werdum, Cain Velasquez, Frank Mir, Shane Carwin,...
- 3/9/2019
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
He hasn't fought since 2016 ... but Cain Velasquez says he's still a Beast in the Octagon -- and after he runs through Francis Ngannou, he's confident he could take Jon Jones. 36-year-old Cain is squaring off with Francis on Feb. 17 -- his first fight since defeating Travis Browne at Ufc 200 in July 2016. After that fight, Cain was sidelined with bone spurs in his back. But now, the former 2-time Ufc heavyweight champ says he's been training...
- 2/12/2019
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Dana White has confirmed Ufc is trying to seal the deal for Cm Punk's next opponent ... and it's Mike "The Truth" Jackson. Rumors have been swirling for weeks, but White has finally confirmed to TMZ Sports that Jackson -- who also lost to Mickey Gall in his Ufc debut -- is the intended target for Punk at Ufc 225 in Chicago. There's more ... Dana also talked about Brock Lesnar's impending return to the Octagon --...
- 4/5/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Anyone dumb enough to call out Brock Lesnar -- like Ufc star Francis Ngannou -- is gonna end up with a 1-way ticket to the ER ... so says Brock's advocate. We got Paul Heyman in Dallas after 'Monday Night Raw' ... just hours after Lesnar laid a Vicious beating on WWE superstar Roman Reigns -- which got Reigns carted off on a stretcher. Heyman told us that's the fate that awaits Ngannou, and any Ufc and...
- 3/20/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
[[tmz:video id="0_6wwm1znz"]] WWE superstar Mojo Rawley tells TMZ Sports ... he's been talking with his best friend, Rob Gronkowski, and he's confident the guy will be "good to go" for the Super Bowl. Of course, Gronk took a big shot to the head during the Afc Championship on Sunday and missed the 2nd half of the game after being evaluated for a concussion. But, Rawley says Gronk is "one of the toughest guys I know and I'm sure...
- 1/23/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
[[tmz:video id="0_pneikyv2"]] Ufc heavyweight champ Stipe Miocic Smashed Francis Ngannou at Ufc 220 -- but you wouldn't know it by looking at his mug the day after the fight. Stipe posted a thank-you video to his fans ... and the shiner he was rockin' after the scrap had grown into the size of a damn golf ball. His left ear looks like it got mangled, too. Francis, meanwhile, barely had a scratch on him ... even though he got worked from bell to bell.
- 1/22/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
[[tmz:video id="0_ga53acwb"]] Ufc star Francis Ngannou says it's "bullsh*t" Stipe Miocic is complaining about not being promoted enough before Ufc 220 ... and he's putting the heavyweight champ on notice. "The Ufc not gonna fight for him," Ngannou told TMZ Sports. "The fight day we gonna be 1-on-1 in the Octagon and we will see the truth." Fyi, Francis has taken the Mma world by storm -- Brutally knocking out 5 dudes in his last 6 fights -- leading Stipe...
- 1/16/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
[[tmz:video id="0_icodio84"]] Francis Ngannou -- the man Dana White says is the next Ufc superstar -- tells TMZ Sports he hits so freakin' hard there literally ain't a human being alive who could eat his punch. We got Ngannou -- who's fighting at Ufc 218 this weekend -- in L.A. earlier this week ... and asked him about the video showing him absolutely destroying an arcade game that measures punch power. @francisngannou has...
- 12/1/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
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