Kate Beckinsale slams Mark Ruffalo over ignored messages on Gaza row Kate Beckinsale publicly criticized Mark Ruffalo after being fired by their mutual agent for liking a post about a ceasefire in Gaza, while Ruffalo remained unaffected. The actress accused Ruffalo of ignoring her private messages about the conflict, highlighting a perceived double standard in Hollywood. Beckinsale’s comments were posted under Ruffalo’s promotion of the film Palestine 36, where she alleged that his status as a male actor granted him privileges she did not receive. Beckinsale claimed she had sent Ruffalo a direct message about the Gaza ceasefire months prior, which he allegedly ignored. She argued that Ruffalo’s position in the industry allowed him to avoid consequences for expressing his views, unlike herself. “I guess having a penis in Hollywood really counts for a lot,” she wrote, referencing the fact that Ruffalo was not fired by their shared agent despite liking the post, while she was. The actress emphasized that she had no conflict with her agent prior to the incident, as they had been in a “gift” relationship. The controversy unfolded during the aftermath of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) strike, which lasted from July to November 2023. Beckinsale noted that she was fired on the same day as Susan Sarandon, two days after the strike ended. She described the timing as particularly harsh, given her personal struggles at the time. “I was dealing with the fact that on top of my mother having been told she had six weeks to live with brain cancer, and being a carer for both of them, the day before my stepfather had had a catastrophic stroke on top of two types of cancer,” she explained.#mark_ruffalo #screen_actors_guild #kate_beckinsale #susan_sarandon #palestine_36
Kate Beckinsale Criticizes Mark Ruffalo Over Agent Firing Linked to Gaza Post Kate Beckinsale publicly criticized Mark Ruffalo after being dropped by their mutual agent, accusing him of benefiting from "having a penis" in Hollywood. The actress shared her comments under Ruffalo’s Instagram post promoting the film Palestine 36, where she alleged that her firing was tied to her "liking" a post about a Gaza ceasefire. Beckinsale claimed she was terminated by their shared agent on the same day Susan Sarandon was fired, a move she linked to the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) strike that lasted from July to November 2023. Beckinsale detailed her emotional state at the time of her firing, citing the recent deaths of her mother, Judy Loe, and her stepfather, Roy Battersby. She revealed she was coping with her mother’s terminal brain cancer diagnosis, her role as a caregiver, and her stepfather’s catastrophic stroke, which occurred days before her firing. "I was dealing with the fact that on top of my mother having been told she had six weeks to live with brain cancer, and being a carer for both of them, the day before my stepfather had had a catastrophic stroke on top of two types of cancer," she wrote. The actress emphasized the perceived double standard in the entertainment industry, accusing the agent of prioritizing political alignment over professional loyalty. She noted that her agent, who was close to her elderly parents, was aware of her personal struggles but still terminated her employment. "I sent a message to Mark months ago and he ignored it. There is absolutely no reason why he would respond to it now," Beckinsale stated, clarifying she was not blaming Ruffalo for the situation. Beckinsale also highlighted the irony of her situation, calling it "male privilege even in the good guys.#mark_ruffalo #screen_actors_guild #kate_beckinsale #susan_sarandon #palestine_36
Two-Time Oscar Winner Mahershala Ali Joins HBO’s ‘Task’ Mahershala Ali, the acclaimed actor who won Best Supporting Actor Oscars for his roles in Moonlight (2016) and Green Book (2018), has joined the cast of HBO’s acclaimed series Task for its second season. The network announced the addition of Ali to the show, which stars Mark Ruffalo as the central character, Tom Brandis, a priest-turned-FBI agent leading a task force to investigate a string of drughouse robberies. Ali will appear in the second season as a seasoned and respected DEA agent in Philadelphia, whose team will clash with Tom’s unit, according to Deadline. This marks Ali’s return to television after his recent role in the 2025 blockbuster Jurassic World: Rebirth, where he co-starred with Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey. Prior to that, he appeared in the Obama-produced dystopian thriller Leave the World Behind, alongside Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke. The actor’s upcoming projects include his anticipated role in Marvel’s Blade movie, which was first announced in 2019 but has faced multiple delays and is now on indefinite hold. His next film, Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother, is set for release later this year, though details about the plot remain undisclosed. Task has already garnered critical acclaim, earning nominations for several Critics’ Choice and Golden Globe awards in 2025, including Best Leading Actor in a TV series for Ruffalo. The series continues to build on its first season’s success, with Ali’s addition adding depth to the show’s complex narrative and expanding its ensemble cast. Ali’s return to the series highlights his ongoing presence in high-profile television projects, further solidifying his status as a versatile and respected performer in both film and television.#philadelphia #hbo #mark_ruffalo #mahershala_ali #task
HBO’s Crime Drama ‘Task’ Set for Season 2 with Mahershala Ali Joining Mark Ruffalo HBO’s critically acclaimed crime drama Task has confirmed that Mahershala Ali will join the cast for its second season, marking a significant development in the series. Ali, an Oscar-winning actor, will portray Eddie Barnes, a seasoned and respected DEA agent in Philadelphia whose team will clash with the unit led by Mark Ruffalo’s Agent Tom Brandis. The addition of Ali brings new depth to the show’s narrative, expanding the conflict between law enforcement agencies and the criminal underworld. Season two will see Ruffalo return as Agent Tom Brandis, who takes the lead of a new task force. However, as the operation progresses, the line between target and perpetrator becomes increasingly blurred, adding layers of tension and moral ambiguity to the storyline. Brad Ingelsby, the show’s executive producer, writer, and showrunner, will continue to helm the series, with Paul Lee and Mark Roybal joining as executive producers for wiip. Additional exec producers include Jeremiah Zagar, Ruffalo, and Ron Schmidt. Nicole Jordan-Webber and Karen Wacker will also serve as co-executive producers. The renewal of Task for a second season was initially uncertain, as HBO had previously stated the show was not intended as a limited series. However, sources close to the project reveal that the original plan was to produce only one season, similar to Ingelsby’s earlier HBO crime drama Mare of Eastown. After the first season’s successful premiere and strong critical reception, Ingelsby and Ruffalo felt there was more to explore with Brandis’s character, leading to the development of a second season arc. The renewal followed swiftly, with Ruffalo set to return for the new season. Ali’s casting was a natural fit, as he had already been on the shortlist for the role.#philadelphia #hbo #mark_ruffalo #mahershala_ali #task
Crime 101 Box Office: Edges Past A Heist Movie Fronted By This James Bond Star The Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo starrer heist film Crime 101 is not generating significant buzz at the box office despite its high-profile cast. However, the movie is quietly achieving minor milestones, such as surpassing the box-office total of another heist film featuring a James Bond actor. As of this week, Crime 101 is completing its first month in theaters. Its domestic box office earnings have been disappointing, with only $194,000 collected on its fourth Wednesday, marking a 43% decline from the previous week. The film is currently playing in just 1,910 theaters. According to Box Office Mojo, the movie’s domestic total after 27 days is $34.25 million. Internationally, the film has earned $31.4 million, bringing its worldwide gross to $65.65 million. While it is on track to reach $100 million, the path to that goal remains challenging. The film’s worldwide collection breakdown shows $65.6 million in total, with $31.4 million from international markets and $34.2 million domestically. This places Crime 101 in a competitive position compared to other heist films, particularly Logan Lucky, a 2017 ensemble heist comedy starring Daniel Craig. Logan Lucky earned $27.8 million domestically and $20.6 million overseas, totaling $48.4 million worldwide. Crime 101 has now surpassed this figure, marking a notable achievement for the film. Directed by Bart Layton, Crime 101 features Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, and Halle Berry in key roles. The film was released on February 13 and has been met with mixed reviews. While critics praised its ensemble cast and comedic elements, its box-office performance has been lackluster.#chris_hemsworth #crime_101 #mark_ruffalo #logan_lucky #bart_layton
