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Keith Richards is officially out of the running to portray Jack Sparrow's father in the upcoming sequels to "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl," according to Marlon Richards, son of the Rolling Stones guitarist. "He'd love to do it, but it looks as if the window of opportunity has passed him by," Richards reportedly said of his father. "He's just too busy with the Stones."

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Keira's upcoming film "Domino," based on the life of model-turned-bounty-hunter Domino Harvey, will be getting a postscript due to Harvey's reported arrest for possession of amphetamines. Says a studio source, "The arrest has left the studio in a dilemma, since it claims to be Harvey's true life story. This is an expensive turn of events but there's no such thing as bad publicity in Hollywood." The film's release date will be delayed several months to accommodate shooting the new scenes.

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On the occasion of its 75th anniversary, the Hollywood Reporter has published a look at the moguls of early Hollywood, including Walt Disney. Film historians, students of cinema and fans will find much of interest in THR's reports, which include reproductions of early columns and news items.

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Warner Brothers has released a trailer for Johnny's upcoming "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" on the official film site. The film opens in the US on July 15.

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Press Release

Disney Online Awarded Best of the Web and Safe Gaming Honors at Fifth Annual WiredKids Summit

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif.(BUSINESS WIRE)

May 25, 2005

Disney Online, part of the Walt Disney Internet Group and creator of the No. 1 kids' entertainment and family community online destination (www.disney.com), was honored with two awards from WiredKids (www.wiredkids.org), the ultimate online safety project for kids and teens, and its parent organization, Wired Safety (www.wiredsafety.org), the world's largest online safety and help group.


The two awards, the Best of the Web Award and the Safe Gaming Award, were announced today at the fifth annual WiredKids Summit in Washington, DC. Disney Online received the Best of the Web Award, nominated by kids as their favorite site. The site is designed to reflect the vision of an "online theme park," providing an interactive gateway to all of the company's many Disney-branded Internet initiatives.

Disney's Toontown Online received the Safe Gaming Award for its safe, non-violent approach to children's online gaming. Toontown Online, the first multiplayer online game designed specifically for kids, features two safety innovations--SpeedChat, a context sensitive menu-based chat that provides pre-determined phrases for canned chat and Secret Friends, which allows password protected open chat with parental control.

"Kids absolutely love exploring Disney Online and playing Toontown Online, and the best part is that they are in a safe environment," said Parry Aftab, executive director of Wired Safety and a lawyer specializing in Internet privacy and security law. "WiredKids recognizes Disney Online for its continued dedication to children and families online through the development of fun, engaging content with safety innovations built in."

"These awards are especially meaningful to us at Disney Online because they represent the kids' vote," said Ken Goldstein, executive vice president and managing director of Disney Online. "We are honored to be acknowledged by WiredKids because our team is devoted to extending the magic of Disney to the online world, and providing entertainment for kids, of all ages, within a safe and secure environment."

About Disney Online

Disney Online (www.disney.com) produces the number one kids' entertainment and family community destination on the World Wide Web. Launched in 1995, Disney.com is designed to reflect the vision of an "online theme park," providing an interactive gateway to all of the company's many Disney-branded internet initiatives. Popular Disney Online places to visit include Disney Channel (www.disneychannel.com), Playhouse Disney (www.playhousedisney.com), shopping at Disney Direct (www.disneydirect.com), Walt Disney Parks and Resorts (www.disneydestinations.com), Walt Disney Pictures (www.disneypictures.com), Disney DVD & Video (www.disneyvideos.com) and Radio Disney (www.radiodisney.com).

Among the many magical "neighborhoods" found at www.Disney.com are Disney's Toontown Online (www.toontown.com), the first 3D massively multiplayer online role playing game for kids and families, and Disney's Blast (www.disneyblast.com), a premium subscription service for kids. Disney Online also produces FamilyFun.com (www.familyfun.com), the premier online family resource for "great ideas, practical advice, and fun stuff to do" as well as Movies.com (www.movies.com), a leading site that provides a broad array of reviews and information to help movie fans "get movie night right." Disney Online is a part of the Walt Disney Internet Group, which provides integrated strategic and operational services for Internet, broadband, and mobile initiatives of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS).

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Legendary vocal talent Thurl Ravenscroft, best known as Tony the Tiger in Kellogg's Frosted Flakes commercials, has died. He was 91.

Disney fans know Ravenscroft from his work on such Disney attractions as Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, the Enchanted Tiki Room and others. He also contributed his vocal talent to several classic Disney films.

Ravenscroft is survived by two children, Ron and Nancy, and four grandchildren.

A complete biography of Thurl Ravenscroft can be found at All Things Thurl.

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Australia's The Age mentions in passing that Geoffrey Rush is back in his homeland "from the Caribbean where he is filming the sequel to the film Pirates of the Caribbean," confirming his participation in the sequels. (thanks to contributor Diane Roone for the tip)

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LaughingPlace.com reports today that David Caouette has joined Disney in the role of vice president of corporate communications. According to the press release, Caouette will "participate in developing and executing the communications strategies for various issues and initiatives, including financial reporting, legislative and regulatory issues, corporate reputation management and executive communications. Mr. Caouette also will work closely with Disney's businesses, including Parks and Resorts, Media Networks, Consumer Products and Studio Entertainment."

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On Thursday, July 14, just three days before the 50th anniversary of Disneyland's grand opening, the most famous theme park in the world will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Information on this and other special events can be accessed by clicking this link.

The tentative agenda for the anniversary events, including the Walk of Fame ceremony, can be viewed here.

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Euro Disney SCA announced today that Disneyland Paris Resort chief executive Andre Lacroix is stepping down from his position at the resort effective immediately. He is being replaced by Karl Holz, formerly president and chief executive officer of Euro Disney. Read the official press release here.

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Press Release

Shiver me timbers, Nokia's "Age of Piracy" to set sail in the mobile gaming world

May 16, 2005

New massively multiplayer pirate adventure game makes maiden voyage on the Nokia SNAP Mobile service

Espoo, Finland

Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today the launch of the massively multiplayer adventure game, "Age of Piracy," expected to be available later this year on selected Java-enabled cell phones through Nokia SNAP (Scalable Network Application Package) Mobile service. Set in the 17th century on the Caribbean Sea, "Age of Piracy" delivers swashbuckling fun in a world of deceit, collaboration, trade and looting on the waters off the shores of the Spanish Main. And in a mobile game first, "Age of Piracy" debuts a rich European comic graphics style with saturated colors and satirical humor.

Read the full release here. (Thanks to member blackheartedpearl)
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Press Release

Four-week fan-fest begins day after new film's national theater debut

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.

As the long-anticipated and newest Star Wars film -- Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith -- debuts in theaters nationwide May 19, 2005, Walt Disney World Resort will raise the curtain on its month-long celebration of the most famous saga in movie history during the annual Star Wars Weekends at the Disney-MGM Studios theme park.

Once again, the power of the Force and the magic of Disney combine for the family-friendly fan-fest, scheduled for four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) beginning May 20, 2005, at Disney's showbiz-inspired theme park.

With the park's famous Star Tours thrill ride serving as the centerpiece of the celebration, Star Wars Weekends fills Disney-MGM Studios with dozens of heroes, heroines, droids, creatures and villains from the famous films.

Meet-and-greets with famous villains and heroes from all six Star Wars films -- Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith -- bring guests face-to-face with their favorite characters. Guests never know which Star Wars character they'll find around the corner, whether it's the heroic Jedi Luke Skywalker, the poised and regal Queen Amidala, the furry and loyal Chewbacca or the evil Siths Darth Vader, Darth Sidious and Darth Maul.

Star Wars celebrities are special guests during each weekend, taking part in meet-and-greet sessions, star conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades. This year, fans will get to hear from actors and the creative forces behind the film saga.

The lineup (subject to change) of Star Wars celebrities includes:

May 20-22, 2005
--Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett)
--John Goodson (Concept Model Maker - Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)

May 27-29, 2005
--Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca)
--Rob Coleman (Animation Supervisor - Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)

June 3-5, 2005
--Warwick Davis (Wicket the Ewok)
--Don Bies (Unit Supervisor/R2-D2 Operator - Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)

June 10-12, 2005
--Jerome Blake (Rune Haako)
--Brian Gernand (Practical Model Supervisor - Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)

Here's a sampling of festival activities:

--The Characters will be with You -- One of the largest gatherings anywhere of characters from every Star Wars film -- from Kit Fisto and Boba Fett to Anakin Skywalker and Greedo -- will roam Disney-MGM Studios greeting guests, signing autographs and posing for photographs. Even Mickey Mouse gets into the Star Wars spirit, posing for pictures and signing autographs in his very own Jedi costume.

--Star Wars Legends -- Visiting Star Wars celebrities take part in a talk show-style conversation inside the theme park's ABC Theatre. Guests hear directly from the actors, actresses and creative minds that have brought the popular film series to life since the Star Wars first debuted in 1977.

--To Endor... and Back? -- Guests can take flight to the moon of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that salutes the Star Wars series. Synchronizing a stunning film with the virtually limitless gyrations of the simulator, the attraction takes guests on a hair-raising, light-speed trip aboard a careening star speeder. The rookie droid pilot tries his best to get the ship back to port while dodging comets and Imperial Tie Fighters.

--Who Wants to be a Jedi? -- Special editions of the popular game show attraction "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire-Play It!" will be presented, with Star Wars-inspired questions and surprise appearances by film characters. The attraction's studio audience can join in the fun by answering trivia questions using keypads installed at their seats.

--Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, lucky youngsters will be chosen to take part in the "Jedi Training Academy," giving Jedi hopefuls the chance to learn moves with a lightsaber. Following instruction by the Jedi Master, young Padawans are challenged to test their newly acquired lightsaber skills against one of the evil Siths.

--Behind the Force -- Fans can take a step behind-the-scenes of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith in a special film presentation that outlines the making of the long-anticipated summer movie.

--One-of-a-Kind Collectibles -- Star Wars collectors will find a treasure trove of special-edition merchandise each weekend. Once again, Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created event-exclusive Star Wars memorabilia -- from trading pins and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look inspired by scenes in the Star Wars movies, the retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.

Star Wars Weekends will launch into orbit May 20, 2005, and will be held four consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) through June 12, 2005.

For the latest Star Wars Weekends updates, guests may visit starwars.com or disneyworld.com.
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Johnny Depp is slated to once again portray the late journalist Hunter S. Thompson in the film adaptation of Thompson's book "The Rum Diary." Johnny, who previously portrayed Thompson in Thompson's "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas," has enlisted Bruce Robinson to direct the picture. Filming is tentatively set to begin once production on Pirates of the Caribbean 2 and 3 wraps.
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Roy and Patricia Disney Pledge $10 Million to Build the San Fernando Valley's Most Comprehensive Free-Standing Cancer Center

Announcing The Roy and Patricia Disney Cancer Center

BURBANK, Calif., May 17

PRNewswire

Roy and Patricia Disney have pledged $10 million to Providence Saint Joseph Foundation to build the San Fernando Valley's first and most comprehensive free-standing cancer center, it was announced today.

In recognition of their generosity and commitment, the integrated cancer facility, the largest provider of cancer services in the valley, will be named "The Roy and Patricia Disney Cancer Center." The Disney Cancer Center will provide clinical, therapeutic, emotional, and spiritual services, creating a comprehensive healing environment for the valley and extended communities.

Read the full release here. (PRNewsWire via SaveDisney)

(Ed note: Roy Disney's uncle, Walt Disney, died on December 15, 1966 at St Joseph Hospital. He was 65. Although his death certificate listed the cause of death as acute circulatory collapse and cardiac arrest, he was known to be suffering from lung cancer.)

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Author Doug Wright, who won both a Tony award and a Pulitzer prize for "I Am My Own Wife," a one-man play based on the life of German transvestite Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, is writing the book for the Broadway production of Disney's "The Little Mermaid."

"The Little Mermaid" will reportedly join Disney's "The Lion King" and "Beauty and the Beast" on Broadway in 2007.

Francesca Zambello is rumored to be directing the production, with a score by well-known Disney composer Alan Menken. Wright's earlier work includes "Quills," a play later made into a film starring "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl"'s Geoffrey Rush as the Marquis de Sade.

Disney's "Tarzan" is expected to open in the Big Apple in the 2006 theater season, and the hit "Mary Poppins" is expected to be imported to Broadway from London's West End prior to "The Little Mermaid" as well.


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Updated 5:47 pm 16 May

Our spies inside the annual video game developers' conference known as E3 inform us that Captain Jack Sparrow makes an appearance in Disney's upcoming "Kingdom Hearts 2," the sequel to the popular "Kingdom Hearts" released for home gaming systems in 2003.

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The business section of the St Petersburg Times Online takes a brief, rarely-offered look behind the magic of some of Walt Disney World's new attractions, including the "Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show" at the Disney Studio. Also discussed are the newly-plussed Cinderella Castle in the Magic Kingdom and the upcoming "Expedition Everest" attraction at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

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According to author Gregory David Roberts, Johnny Depp will portray him in the film adaptation of his book "Shantaram." The book, an autobiographical work, was released last year. Roberts is currently writing the screenplay for Warner Brothers.

Russell Crowe had been under consideration for the role, but Roberts refused, saying, "There are elements of Johnny's character that are best suited to India. The actor has to love India the way I do--the slightest amount of condescension would kill it."
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Fast food giant McDonald's is reportedly rethinking its merchandising tie-in agreement with Disney. At Wednesday's shareholder meeting, McDonald's Chief Executive Jim Skinner said "Our deal with them expires in '06 and we are looking forward to the opportunity to have flexibility around promotional activities and products." He continued, "yet we continue to work effectively with Walt Disney."

The restaurant operates various outlets at US Disney theme parks, ranging from a fry wagon at Anaheim's Disneyland Park to full restaurants at Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney, Disney's Animal Kingdom Park and other locations at the resort.

The merchandising agreement that expires next year covers film promotions, television shows, theme park promotions and video and DVD releases as well as McDonald's restaurant outlets at Disney parks, one source said.

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Press Release

BETHESDA SOFTWORKS ANNOUNCES
VIDEO GAME SEQUEL TO PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN

Development of Fast-Paced Action Game Underway on Three Platforms

Rockville, MD
May 11, 2005

Bethesda Softworks today announced plans to release a sequel to its exciting Pirates of the Caribbean video game based on Walt Disney Pictures' blockbuster film, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. Pirates of the Caribbean: The Legend of Jack Sparrow will feature a blend of fast-paced action and adventure that captures the entertaining characters, settings, and spirit of the first movie.

Slated for release in 2006, the video game sequel is being developed in association with 7 Studios for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PC, and will be distributed under license from Buena Vista Games, Inc.

Piracy, smuggling, buried treasure (not to mention kidnapping, sword fighting looting, pilfering, and other acts of villainy) - what's not to love about Captain Jack Sparrow? Jack Sparrow is the ultimate video game character - with his cocky swagger and his offbeat personality - and players will be able to experience his adventures first hand in this exciting action game.

Gamers will slash and hack their way through a dozen locations, with fully interactive levels and varied gameplay. Action will take place in a variety of lush, immersive settings, including burning buildings, wrecked ships, and misty moonlit caves.

The gameplay experience will be thoroughly engrossing, as one minute you are fighting hordes of your enemies, while the next you're evading capture by the Royal Navy. You learn new moves and combos as the game progresses, allowing even more spectacular, and deadly attacks during combat.

About 7 Studios

Based in Los Angeles, CA, 7 Studios was founded in 1999 and has grown into a group of experienced artists, designers, programmers and managers who have the common goal of creating the highest quality entertainment software. 7 Studios is currently developing Fantastic Four for the PS2, Xbox and Game Cube for release with the forthcoming movie.

About Buena Vista Games

Buena Vista Games, Inc. is the interactive entertainment arm of The Walt Disney Company. The division publishes, markets and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide. The company also licenses properties and works directly with third-party interactive game publishers to bring products for all ages to market. Titles for Buena Vista Games fall under two publishing labels: Buena Vista Interactive, which publishes multi-platform games based on creative content from the numerous businesses within The Walt Disney Company and original intellectual properties, and Disney Interactive, which markets and distributes the company's interactive entertainment based on Disney branded properties. For more information, please log on to www.buenavistagames.com.

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Following up on our earlier reports of piracy in the Malacca Strait, KTTC member Gypsy Lady informs us of this in-depth report on piracy in the region, highlighting the fact that real pirates are very different from their Hollywood counterparts.

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So you want premier tickets? Who doesn't? But did you know they could actually be yours?

A recent EBay auction went up from the Motion Picture & Television Fund offering bidders the chance to win two tickets to the premier of Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man's Chest, along with tickets to the after-party. At current the bid is over $1000 US and still has seven days and some odd hours to go.

You can find the auction here.

Interestingly enough the auction states that the tickets are for the premier in Los Angeles, even though most sources say it will be held in Florida's Walt Disney World. Maybe they know something we don't, or perhaps there will be a seperate premier in Los Angeles. I guess we'll all have to just wait and see.

Let the bidding begin!

JimHillMedia.com reports today that legendary Disney animator Joe Grant died on Friday, May 6 at his home. He was 96.

Grant, famous for his work on animated classics like "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" and "Alice in Wonderland," left Disney in 1949, returning to the studio to work in 1987. He was still employed at the studio at the time of his death.

(ed. note: Having been privileged to meet Mr Grant, I can say with certainty he will be missed. Our condolences go to his family.)

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The Walt Disney World Resort has uploaded an outline of events for Star Wars Weekends 2005. According to the site, you can "Choose your destiny and journey to a "galaxy far, far away" on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 20 to June 12, 2005. Come face to face with your favorite Star Wars heroes and villains, test your knowledge of Star Wars trivia, or take flight in Star Tours--the ultimate Star Wars thrill ride--during Star Wars Weekends at the Disney-MGM Studios. Plus, catch some of your favorite Star Wars celebrities as a popular actor from the saga and a creative Lucasfilm artist appear every weekend for a series of exciting events."

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4pm Eastern

Breaking News

Roy Disney, Stanley Gold Sue The Walt Disney Company, Certain Directors for Fraud, Breach of Duty of Disclosure Regarding Board's Public Statements About Search for Eisner's Replacement As CEO

The full release can be read here. (Source: PRNewswire and SaveDisney.com)

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Walt Disney World and Conservation International Announce Real-Life Expedition to Himalayas

Expedition Everest Sneak "Peak" & Lucky the Dinosaur Debut

Disney is taking adventure to new limits! Walt Disney Imagineers and scientists are teaming up with Conservation International to go on a real-life expedition. The mission: explore the Himalayan jungles for undiscovered species.

The surprise announcement came today at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park in Florida as part of the Happiest Celebration On Earth, a global party honoring 50 years of Disney theme park magic. Walt Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde and Disney's Animal Kingdom researcher Dr. Anne Savage believe the expedition team will discover plant and animal life not yet known to science. The team also plans to research the legend of the yeti, the abominable snowman creature revered in Himalayan culture. Walt Disney World and Conservation International have an ongoing partnership at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park, designed to raise awareness of the world's diverse plant and animal life.

Also at Disney's Animal Kingdom, guests are getting a sneak peek at Expedition Everest, the newest thrill ride coming to Walt Disney World in Florida. The high-speed experience combines coaster-like excitement and a close encounter with the mysterious yeti. Expedition Everest opens in 2006.

Plus, Lucky the Dinosaur is wowing guests at the theme park. Designed by Walt Disney Imagineering, Lucky is the first free-roaming audio-animatronic. Lucky walks, responds to his name and personally interacts with guests.

The Happiest Celebration On Earth launched this week at Disney theme parks around the world and runs for 18 months.

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UbiSoft, one of the world's biggest video game publishers, announced that Puzzle Pirates on CD-ROM for Windows, Mac and Linux is now available on store shelves.

Read the release here.
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Author Stephen Smith's best-selling book "Addict", detailing his life in the 1970s as a destitute addict, will be made into a feature film.

Directed by Andy Serkis (best known for his star turn as Gollum in the "Lord of the Rings" films), "Addict" is slated to star Johnny Depp in the role of Smith. Early buzz on the script has Depp's role "practically ensuring him his first Oscar win," says one source. The film is tentatively set for a spring 2006 release.

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KeepToTheCode.com News staffers Captain Lequatte and Lady Killigrew are live on the scene for the kickoff of Disneyland's 50th anniversary celebration. Watch this space for forthcoming news and photos from this once-in-a-lifetime event, including coverage of the private media-only party on May 4.

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Variety reports that Johnny will co-produce Nick Hornby's upcoming book "A Long Way Down" with Graham King and David Heyman.

A tale of four people who meet over a New Year's eve holiday and help one another cope, "A Long Way Down" is set to be released in bookstores in June of this year.

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In a recent Empire Online interview with Orlando, the actor implied that Rolling Stone Keith Richards is indeed on board as Captain Jack Sparrow's father. When asked about Richards' involvement in the sequels, Orlando reportedly replied "I've heard those rumours too and I believe there may be some truth in that, yes." (Editor's note: Story contains minor spoilers)
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Press Release

Innovative Podcast Series to Feature Behind-the-Scenes Interviews

ANAHEIM, Calif., May 1

PRNewswire

Beginning Tuesday, May 3, Disneyland Resort will "podcast" three days of celebrity-filled festivities leading to the May 5 launch of the "Happiest Celebration on Earth," an 18-month global commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Disneyland in California that will simultaneously kick-off ceremonies at Disney parks around the world.

Read the full release here.
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