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1. Disney has a new star and her name is Misty Copeland.
“The House of Mouse announced its project titled The Nutcracker and the Four Realms back in March, with Lasse Hallström already attached to direct. Deadline reports that Copeland will appear in the movie’s only dance sequence as the lead ballerina.”
2. Valentino exec Wendy Kahn has been named Stuart Weiztman’s chief executive officer and brand president.
“‘Wendy’s success in developing global luxury brands and extensive general management experience make her the ideal candidate to lead Stuart Weitzman, building on the brand’s strong foundation,’ said Victor Luis, Chief Executive Officer of Coach, Inc.”
3. ABC is launching a streaming service stocked with throwback gems including 8 Simple Rules, Brothers & Sisters, and Ugly Betty.
“‘Our team has completely re-imagined the digital viewing experience for ABC fans,’ said Karin Gilford, senior VP of digital media, ABC Television Network. She called the new ABCd original digital series ‘fun, fresh and perfect for mobile.'”
4. Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt star Tituss Burgess just wrote the world’s best Yelp review.
“Hell hath no fury like a Tituss scorned.”
5. Hailey Baldwin is officially a jean queen.
“After modeling for the brand for over a decade, Gigi Hadid has stepped down as the face of Guess—tossing the baton to best friend and fellow It model, Hailey Baldwin.”