As June unfolds, Hollywood buzzes with a mix of star-studded events, major film releases, and notable industry developments. Here’s a roundup of the latest happenings:
🎭 Star-Studded Celebrations and Events
This week, celebrities gathered across major cities for various events. In New York, Audra McDonald and Nicole Scherzinger joined Lin-Manuel Miranda at the Ham4Ham celebration honoring Tony-nominated shows. Cynthia Erivo and Danielle Brooks reunited at the 2025 Black Women on Broadway Awards. Meanwhile, in London, Ciara hosted her Black Women in Excellence dinner. Los Angeles saw stars like Jenna Ortega, Lady Gaga, Daniel Craig, and Beyoncé at Netflix’s Tudum 2025 event, featuring reunions and performances.
🎬 Major Film Releases and Streaming Highlights
June promises a diverse lineup of films and series:
- “Ballerina”: A “John Wick” spin-off starring Ana de Armas, releasing June 6.
- “The Life of Chuck”: A Stephen King adaptation with Tom Hiddleston and Chiwetel Ejiofor, also on June 6.
- “How to Train Your Dragon”: A live-action version debuting June 13.
- “Materialists”: A romantic comedy directed by Celine Song, starring Pedro Pascal, Chris Evans, and Dakota Johnson, releasing June 13.
- “Elio”: Pixar’s cosmic tale arriving June 20.
- “28 Years Later”: The third installment in the post-apocalyptic horror trilogy directed by Danny Boyle, also on June 20.
- “F1”: Brad Pitt’s Formula One drama hitting theaters June 27.
- “M3GAN 2.0”: A horror sequel also releasing June 27.
On streaming platforms, Hulu’s acclaimed series “The Bear” returns for its fourth season on June 25, while Netflix concludes “Squid Game” with its final season on June 27.
🏠 Erika Jayne’s Glamorous Home Makeover
“Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Jayne unveiled her newly redesigned Los Angeles home, exuding 1920s glamour. Collaborating with interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the residence features vaulted ceilings, dramatic drapery, and a vintage 1960s South of France bar cart. The outdoor garden boasts a cabana and DJ booth, embodying quintessential L.A. living.
⚖️ Legal Update: Jennifer Aniston’s Stalker Case
Jennifer Aniston’s alleged stalker, Jimmy Wayne Carwyle, was declared unfit to stand trial after psychiatric evaluations deemed him mentally incompetent. Carwyle faced charges for stalking and vandalism after allegedly ramming his car into the gates of Aniston’s Bel Air mansion. A restraining order has been issued, and Carwyle will undergo medication ahead of a court hearing on June 26.
🎭 Broadway Spotlight: “Good Night, and Good Luck”
George Clooney made his Broadway debut in “Good Night, and Good Luck,” portraying journalist Edward R. Murrow. The play, running through June 8, achieved a historic milestone by grossing over $4 million in a single week, the highest for a Broadway play. CNN will broadcast and stream the June 7 performance live.
🎥 Box Office and Industry News
- “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”: The latest installment premiered in Tokyo and was released in the U.S. on May 23. It has grossed $353 million worldwide, becoming the seventh highest-grossing film of 2025.
- “Lilo & Stitch”: Disney’s live-action adaptation, released on May 23, has earned $613.5 million, ranking as the third highest-grossing film of the year.
- “Snow White”: Disney’s reimagining, released in March, has garnered $205.5 million against a budget of $240–270 million, marking it as a box-office disappointment.
- Paramount and Skydance Merger: Skydance Media and Paramount Global announced a merger valued at $8 billion, forming “Paramount Skydance Corporation.” The deal is expected to close in 2025.
🕊️ In Memoriam: Jonathan Joss
Jonathan Joss, known for voicing John Redcorn in “King of the Hill,” tragically passed away in a shooting incident in June 2025. His contributions to voice acting and representation in media are remembered fondly.
Stay tuned for more updates as Hollywood FM continues to deliver entertainment and news throughout the month.