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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1908, Milton Berle, American comedian and actor (died 2002) was born. In 1951, Brian Grazer, American screenwriter and producer, founded Imagine Entertainment was born. In 1967, Richard Herring, English comedian and screenwriter was born. In 1974, Gregory Shane Helms, American professional wrestler was born. In 1978, Topher Grace, American actor was born. In 1980, Kristen Connolly, American actress was born. In 1997, Jean-Kévin Duverne, French footballer was born. In 2012, Dara Singh, Indian wrestler, actor, and politician (born 1928) passed away. In 2019, Emily Hartridge, English YouTuber and television presenter (born 1984) passed away. In 2020, Kelly Preston, American actress and model (born 1962) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Dwayne Johnson Working on Unexpected Comedy Revival (And It Could Star Kevin Hart)
Image courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Dwayne Johnson has spent nearly three decades transforming himself from a WWE ring icon into one of Hollywood’s most bankable leading men, headlining box office hits across the action, comedy, and family genres. That reinvention continues this month, as Johnson reprises his role as the demigod Maui in Disney’s live-action adaptation of Moana, putting his []
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· Jul 7, 2026
Dwayne Johnson to Star as Motorcycle Stuntman With Dementia in ‘Free Byrd’ From ‘Sing Sing’ Director Greg Kwedar (EXCLUSIVE)
Dwayne Johnson is set to star in and produce the new action-drama, “Free Byrd,” the latest film from Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s Artists Equity. “Free Byrd” stars Johnson as a Las Vegas motorcycle stuntman who conceals his dementia diagnosis from everyone, including his mechanic brother, as he risks everything on one last jump. The []
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