Director James Gunn Reconfirms ‘Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3‘ Will Begin Filming This Year. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1-3Director James Gunn is quite active on Twitter, especially during the pandemic, and frequently does pop-up Q+A’s with fans online to share updates on his recent and upcoming work. This week, James responded to a question asking when the next Guardians of the Galaxy film will begin filming, which he confirmed would begin “This year.”
Currently, members of the Guardians of the Galaxy cast are in Australia filming for Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder, but it seems the cast will have minimal downtime before returning to the studio to film the highly anticipated Guardians film.
Are you excited for Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol 3? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Marvel!
Marvel Fans Swarm Paul Rudd with Birthday Messages and Wishes. On Tuesday April 6th, Actor and comedian Paul Rudd celebrated his 52nd Birthday. Despite the actor not having a formal social media presence, fans and fellow cast members came out in droves to wish “the man who never ages” a very Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday to Josh… oops! I mean Paul Rudd. 😉😂❤️ He doesn't have social media for me to tag him, but its his special day! 🎉🎊 I’m so thankful for all of the memories we've shared together. pic.twitter.com/XuBVFUp4jh
In honor of Paul Rudd's birthday, here's a clip from the great kids show he did with @JKCorden before it was canceled 🙁 pic.twitter.com/t26uZeg5ZB
— The Late Late Show with James Corden (@latelateshow) April 7, 2021
Happy birthday to the never aging, always adorable Paul Rudd! And this pic reminds me that I need to check out "I Love You Man" again soon. One of my faves of his. https://t.co/VLMavHhz3D
WandaVision fans are going to love what Toynk.com has officially released for pre-order! The Marvel Studios’ WandaVision Replica Headband and Necklace Set! This is an officially licensed prop replica set from Sales One Studios LLC.! The set features the Scarlet Witch’s tiara headband and also Monica Rambeau’s S.W.O.R.D. necklace as seen on the show.
Change your reality with the Marvel-ous replica set. The Scarlet Witch’s tiara is made from high-grade brass, designed with an eye-catching red sheen showcasing her powerful presence. The red crown tiara measures approximately 6.5 x 8.5 inches and also comes complete with an elastic band for cosplay wear. I’ve already decided I want to dress up as the Scarlet Witch for Halloween this year, so this is totally a must-have for me.
Monica Rambeau’s S.W.O.R.D. necklace features a premium-quality stainless steel design, providing a sleek look. The necklace includes a teardrop-shaped pendant with sword detail and measures approximately 18 inches, plus a 2-inch extender ball chain. This stainless steel necklace is the perfect accessory for any outfit.
These officially licensed Marvel accessories are a must-have for any collector. The set also comes packaged in a WandaVision collector’s box, complete with a Certificate of Authenticity. Display the tiara and necklace with the rest of your collection, wear them with your favorite outfit or also pair them with your cosplay ensemble to show off your love of the hit show, WandaVision.
PRE-Order the Marvel Studios’ WandaVision Replica Headband and Necklace for $69.99 from Toynk.com today.
New ‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife’ Clip Features Paul Rudd and Mini Stay-Puft Marshmallow Men. Who ya’ gonna call? A new teaser clip starring Paul Rudd and a small army of mini Stay-Puft Men has been released and we’re so ready to see Ghostbusters: Afterlife!
“After being evicted from their home, two children and their single mother move to a farm inherited from their late grandfather, located in Summerville, Oklahoma. When the town experiences a series of unexplained earthquakes, the children discover their family’s link to the original Ghostbusters, who have become something of a myth as many have long since forgotten the events of the “Manhattan Crossrip of 1984”. They discover the secret legacy that their grandfather left behind.“
The new clip was shared on the official Ghostbusters page along with the caption: “Sweet. Mischievous. Savage. Mini-Pufts are out of the bag, don’t miss [Ghostbusters: Afterlife] only in theaters this Fall.”
LeVar Burton Shares Petition to Become the New Host of Jeopardy! Host of Reading Rainbow and Star Trek: the Next Generation star, LeVar Burton, has had a rousing response by fans who would love to see him become the new host of Jeopardy after the passing of Alex Trebek.
Trebek, passed away in late 2020 at his home surrounded by friends and family. Alex Trebek had shared his diagnosis in a shocking clip on Jeopardy! in 2019, stating that he had Stage IV pancreatic cancer. Trebek hosted the iconic quiz show from 1984-2020. The last episodes filmed with Trebek as the host are set to run through the end of the year, but the long running quiz series will need a new host very soon to keep the series running.
Fan of Burton, Joshua Sanders, began a petition to Sony Pictures Entertainment, the studio currently running the Jeopardy! series, pleading for them to hire LeVar as the new host. Sander’s petition reads:
“Between hosting 21 seasons of the educational Reading Rainbow, playing the brainiac engineer Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: the Next Generation, and filling the roll of Kunta Kinte in the ever important mini-series Roots, LeVar Burton has inspired and shaped the minds of several generations of trivia-loving nerds. This petition is to show Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. and producers Mike Richards and Harry Friedman just how much love the public has for Burton, and how much we’d all love to see him as the next host of Jeopardy!”
The petition currently garnishes over 165,000+ signatures, and passing the initial goal of reaching 150,000 before presenting to SPE. You can check out or sign the petition by CLICKING HERE. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Entertainment!
Disney Voice Actor Mark Elliott Passes Away at Age 81. Voice actor Mark Elliott has passed away after suffering two heart attacks and battling lung cancer. Mark was best known by Disney Fans for his iconic work as a longtime movie trailer narrator for Disney, Lucasfilm and Pixar between the late 1970’s and early 2000’s.
According to The Fandom Disney Wiki, Mark Elliott used his vocal talents for films and shows such as:
Beauty and the Beast
Aladdin
The Lion King – 1994, 2003 (later trailer – initial trailer was done by Andy Geller)
Tarzan – video promo (October 1999-January 2000)
Who Framed Roger Rabbit – TV Spot
101 Dalmatians (1996) – coming to theatres trailer Summer-Fall 1996, video was done by Brian Cummings
Walt Disney Gold Classic Collection Early 2000-Early 2001
The Jungle Book – 1997, March-September 2007
The Little Mermaid – 1989, 2006 (Fall 2005-Summer 2006)
Lilo & Stitch
Bambi – 1988, 1997, 2005 (Trailer 1 October 2004-January 2005)
Cinderella – 1995, January-September 2005
Bambi II – March 2005-January 2006
Piglet’s Big Movie – Teaser (Spring 2002)
Lady and the Tramp – 1998, October 2005-February 2006
Home on the Range
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – November 2001-2002, 2007
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs – 1983, 1987, 1993.
Peter Pan – 1989, 1990, 1998, 2002, October 2006-February 2007
Mark’s passing was shared by The Hollywood Reporter. THR reported:
“Elliott died Saturday in a Los Angeles hospital after suffering two heart attacks, friend and fellow voiceover artist Charlie Van Dyke told The Hollywood Reporter. He also was battling lung cancer. “He was one of a kind … and kind is a great word to describe him,” Van Dyke said.“
Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle posted on Instagram today Disney Cast Members receiving their COVID-19 Vaccines at Disney’s Heath Services!
Sending a big thanks to our amazing Walt Disney World Health Services team as they provide Cast with another option to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. We are so pleased to help Central Florida in its continued fight to beat the virus!
Jeff can be seen sporting his Covid-19 Vaccine along with another Disney Cast Member.
Our favorite heroes from Guardians of the Galaxy are ready to break out with this month’s Wishables Wednesday collection! The new Guardians of the Galaxy Wishables features our heroes as seen on the Mission Breakout ride in Disney California Adventure!
As always the collection includes four characters/icons that come in mystery bags, and an open edition character. The mystery packs will contain one of either Groot, Starlord, Gamora, or Drax. Sometimes there are variants, but we generally don’t know until people start finding them.
The open edition for the series is Rocket! Our favorite rascally raccoon is ready to get up to mischief with the rest of the crew. Once you collect them all of course.
You can find the mystery packs HERE, and Rocket HERE, for $9.99 a piece.
Will you be trying to collect all of the Guardians of the Galaxy Wishables?
It is being reported that guests visiting the Disney World Theme Parks today are allowed to take Mask-Less Disney Photo Pass Photos, one day earlier than officially reported.
There are still signs up around the Theme Parks asking guests to continue to wear their masks, we expect some of these signs will be updated soon.
Please Note Face coverings are still required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) and Cast Members, including those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine. Please bring your own face coverings and wear them at all times, except when dining or swimming.
You may temporarily remove your face covering while actively eating, drinking or taking an outdoor photo*, but you must be stationary and maintain appropriate physical distancing during this time. (*Beginning April 8)
Don Muchow, 59, is the first person to run from Disneyland in California to Disney World in Florida. This Texas native started this run back on Feb 1, 2020. Unfortunately, he would be stopped almost halfway through the run due to the covid pandemic and the world shutting down. A few stops and starts, a few days for the van to go into the shop, and he has finally reached his goal on April 5, 2021! He is not done yet, he continued onto the Atlantic to finish a coast-to-coast run at the same time.
When he reached the Magic Kingdom “He was greeted by the Walt Disney World park president & other leaders, assigned an official photographer & guest relations reps who took us into the park, to the front of the line on Its A Small World (our favorite ride, don’t judge) and gifted Don with a Mickey Mouse ice cream which was his only request (magical carbs but u still have to dose for them).” according to his Facebook page.
Why? No seriously! Why? I am not a runner and do not understand why you would do this. Until I read more about Don’s intentions. To raise awareness about Type 1 Diabetes, aka Juvenile Diabetes, or Early On-set diabetes, or insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). So let’s get into it, shall we? Let us help Don Muchow raise some awareness surrounding Type 1 diabetes. Below you will find facts about Type 1 diabetes and the 1.6 million people affected. (All facts and figures stated below have been referenced or directly copied from the Mayo Clinic, the JDFR, or the CDC)
Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone needed to allow sugar (glucose) to enter cells to produce energy.
Although type 1 diabetes usually appears during childhood or adolescence, it can develop in adults.
Despite active research, type 1 diabetes has no cure. Treatment focuses on managing blood sugar levels with insulin, diet, and lifestyle to prevent complications.
The exact cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown. Usually, the body’s own immune system — which normally fights harmful bacteria and viruses — mistakenly destroys the insulin-producing (islet, or islets of Langerhans) cells in the pancreas.
Type 1 diabetes signs and symptoms can appear relatively suddenly and may include:
Increased thirst
Frequent urination
Bed-wetting in children who previously didn’t wet the bed during the night
Extreme hunger
Unintended weight loss
Irritability and other mood changes
Fatigue and weakness
Blurred vision
Consult your doctor if you notice any of the above signs and symptoms in you or your child.
Just to be aware of the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes I have listed a good description of Type 2 below. Most of the symptoms are the same.
In type 2 diabetes (which used to be called adult-onset or non-insulin-dependent diabetes) the body produces insulin, but the cells don’t respond to insulin the way they should. This is called insulin resistance. In response to this insulin resistance, the pancreas should make more insulin, but in the case of type 2 diabetes, this does not happen. Because of these two problems, insulin resistance and trouble making extra insulin, there is not enough insulin effect to move the glucose from the blood into the cells. Type 2 diabetes is more likely to occur in people who are over the age of 40, overweight, and have a family history of diabetes, although more and more younger people, including adolescents, are developing type 2 diabetes.
Fun LEGO news for Harry Potter fans. LEGO is creating 20th Anniversary sets for Harry Potter and sets will have fun golden edition LEGO minifigures. Not only are the Harry Potter films celebrating 20 years but the partnership with LEGO stretches just as long. The new Minifigures were announced by Wizarding World.
The reveal was of six golden LEGO Minifigure from the Harry Potter franchise: Harry Potter, Lord Voldemort, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Severus Snape, and Quirinus Quirrell. I’m curious to see if there are others. It would be nice to get Dumbledore, Hagrid, and some of the other characters as well.
The new LEGO Minifigures will be apart of new anniversary sets. There’s no official announcement of these sets but there are some rumors floating around:
76386 Girl’s Bathroom
76387 Hogwarts Extension
76388 Hogsmeade
76389 Hogwarts Castle
I would love to see a Hogsmeade set since we got Diagon Alley last year. Keep following along and we will update with any new information on the Harry Potter Anniversary LEGOs.
The Walt Disney Company has released a new trailer and poster for its all-new live-action feature film “Cruella,” starring Academy Award®-winners Emma Stone and Emma Thompson, directed by Craig Gillespie.
The film will release simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access for a one-time additional fee on Friday, May 28th.
Academy Award® winner Emma Stone (“La La Land”) stars in Disney’s “Cruella,” an all-new live-action feature film about the rebellious early days of one of cinemas most notorious – and notoriously fashionable – villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil. “Cruella,” which is set in 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution, follows a young grifter named Estella, a clever and creative girl determined to make a name for herself with her designs. She befriends a pair of young thieves who appreciate her appetite for mischief, and together they are able to build a life for themselves on the London streets. One day, Estella’s flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness von Hellman, a fashion legend who is devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute, played by two-time Oscar® winner Emma Thompson (“Howards End,” “Sense & Sensibility”). But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable and revenge-bent Cruella.
Disney’s “Cruella” is directed by Craig Gillespie (“I Tonya”) from a screenplay by Dana Fox and Tony McNamara, story by Aline Brosh McKenna and Kelly Marcel & Steve Zissis. It was produced by Andrew Gunn (“Freaky Friday”), Marc Platt (“Mary Poppins Returns”) and Kristin Burr (“Christopher Robin”), with Emma Stone, Michelle Wright, Jared LeBoff and Glenn Close serving as executive producers. Two-time Oscar®- winning costume designer Jenny Beavan (“Mad Max: Fury Road,” “A Room with a View”) creates the dazzling and imaginative costumes, which take on a life of their own.
