Ruaridh Mollica joins MCU, Trisha Paytas in 'Beetlejuice: The Musical,' WNBA Champions, Diane Keaton's Death

Ruaridh Mollica joins MCU as Maximoff twin

Rising star Ruaridh Mollica has been confirmed to play Thomas Shepherd, better known to comic book fans as Speed and the twin brother of Billy Maximoff. 

He will make his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in the highly anticipated VisionQuest, which will be the final installment of the trilogy that began with WandaVision and continued in Agatha All Along.

The announcement came during the Marvel Animation and Marvel Television panel at this year’s New York Comic Con, where Vision himself, Paul Bettany, joined the stage to offer insight into where the story picks up after the emotional conclusion of WandaVision.

“What’s different about Vision right now,” Bettany shared, “is that Red Vision gave Vision all of his memories, including the memories from within the Hex. But White Vision is having real difficulty connecting to them. So he has the memories, but he doesn’t have the emotions and the feelings, and I think that’s what the journey is.”

As for what fans can expect from the series’ tone, Marvel Television head Brad Winderbaum stayed tight-lipped. When asked whether VisionQuest would experiment with genres like WandaVision did with sitcoms, he simply smiled and said, “The less we say, the better.”

Trisha Paytas returns to Broadway in ‘Beetlejuice: The Musical’

Internet star Trisha Paytas is heading back to Broadway. The online personality is set to join the cast of Beetlejuice: The Musical at the Palace Theatre, where she’ll take on the role of Maxine Dean for a limited run from November 4 through November 23.

During Paytas’ engagement, Sharone Sayegh–who currently portrays both Maxine Dean and Juno–will continue appearing as Juno, before resuming both roles on November 25.

The hit musical, which made its Broadway debut in 2019, received eight Tony Award nominations, including one for Best Musical, and earned praise for its sharp wit, stunning visuals, and gleefully dark tone.

The Las Vegas Aces scores the 2025 WNBA Championship

The Las Vegas Aces dominated the WNBA Championship. Behind a powerhouse performance from A’ja Wilson, the team clinched their third title in four seasons after defeating the Phoenix Mercury with a score of 97-86.

Wilson, who was named Finals MVP, once again led the charge with 31 points. Despite a tough shooting night, Wilson’s relentless drive and precision at the line made the difference, sinking 17 of 19 free throws to keep Las Vegas ahead.

The Aces’ offense was unstoppable throughout the best-of-seven Finals, averaging over 90 points per game and exploding for 54 points in the first half of the decisive matchup.

Diane Keaton passes away at 79

Diane Keaton passed away in California on Saturday, October 11, at the age of 79, her spokesperson confirmed to PEOPLE.

“There are no further details available at this time, and her family has asked for privacy in this moment of great sadness,” the statement read. The Los Angeles Fire Department also confirmed they responded to Keaton’s home at around 8:08 a.m. and transported a 79-year-old woman to a nearby hospital.

Keaton’s influence on American cinema is undeniable. She first captivated audiences in the 1970s with her breakout role as Kay Adams in The Godfather and The Godfather Part II, before becoming a household name through her celebrated collaborations with Woody Allen. Her performance as the neurotic yet endearing title character in 1977’s Annie Hall earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, cementing her place among Hollywood’s greats.

Over the decades, Keaton’s career flourished with memorable roles in hits like The First Wives Club, Something’s Gotta Give, and the Book Club films, as well as her frequent collaborations with filmmaker Nancy Meyers.

ICYMI:

• Pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo has confirmed to AMEX that she’s currently hard at work on her third studio album, exciting fans who have been eagerly awaiting new music since her chart-topping record GUTS.

• A’ja Wilson has cemented her legacy in basketball history, becoming the first player ever to capture the Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP awards all in the same WNBA season.

• Cynthia Erivo will be campaigned for Lead Actress, while Ariana Grande will vie for Supporting Actress in the upcoming awards season for their performances in Wicked: For Good.

• Lady Gaga will reportedly appear in The Devil Wears Prada 2. Fresh off four sold-out shows at London’s O2 Arena, Lady Gaga has reportedly been spotted in Milan, where filming is underway for the sequel to the beloved 2006 comedy starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.

— Bea Bertuldo

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