Will Smith, Jay-Z's Annie Remake Loses Willow Smith in Lead Role, Gains Director
A hard knock life, indeed. Willow Smith, who had been set to star in the title role of the reimagined Annie being developed by her parents and Jay-Z, has announced that, at the ripe age of 12, she is too old to be Annie.... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsJay-Z to Contribute to Soundtrack for Upcoming Annie Film
Following a 2011 statement of intent, Jay-Z has confirmed that his upcoming Annie remake will feature a soundtrack written entirely by him.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsEmma Thompson to Write Annie Remake?
Back in January, Will Smith and Jay-Z teamed up to remake the beloved musical Annie, a partnership with the intent “to develop and produce major motion pictures.”... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe Eight Best Jimmy Fallon Cover Songs
Jimmy Fallon’s talent with impressions and incorporating music into his act has only grown since he released an album in 2002 called The Bathroom Wall.... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayJay-Z Confirms He'll Help Will Smith Remake Annie
After rumors circulated regarding Jay-Z joining Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith for a big-screen remake of the iconic musical Annie, the rap star has confirmed the reports are true.... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsAwesome of the Day: Watch Bruce Springsteen and Jimmy Fallon Cover Willow Smith
File this under “Awesome of the Year.” Last night Jimmy Fallon as Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen as Bruce Springsteen in 1976 covered Willow Smith’s infectious pop anthem, “Whip My Hair.” Fallon did some impressive vocal-replication of Young. Springsteen donned a whip that he later acted a little embarrassed about. The Late Night with Jimmy Fallon performance was just part of a Bosstravaganza that later included Bruce teaming up with the Roots for a couple of numbers.... read more
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