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Julian Cannon is a seasoned entertainment editor with a keen eye for capturing the pulse of the industry. With a career spanning over a decade, he has become a trusted voice in the realm of TV, movies, events, conventions, and red carpets. Julian's expertise lies in delivering insightful commentary on the latest trends, exclusive interviews with industry luminaries, and comprehensive coverage of high-profile events. Twitter: @Julianexcalibur Instagram: @Julianexcalibur Contact: Julian.theknockturnal@gmail.com

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AEW’s Kyle Fletcher Talks Growth and Gold

by Julian Cannon July 29, 2026
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AEW Professional wrestler Kyle Fletcher recently made his debut appearance at San Diego Comic Con 2026.

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50 Cent Talks New Boxing Drama ‘Fightland’

by Julian Cannon July 27, 2026
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The Knockturnal was invited to the red carpet premiere of Fightland, where the cast, creators, and executive producers gathered to celebrate the highly anticipated STARZ drama. The event brought together actors, industry insiders, and fans eager to get a first look at the series, which dives into the intense world of boxing while exploring themes of betrayal, loyalty, revenge, and redemption. Set against the backdrop of the fight game, Fightland follows Duke Kilroy, a former boxing champion who returns home after spending eight years in a U.S. prison for a crime he did not commit. Looking to reclaim his life and seek justice against the person responsible for setting him up, Kilroy finds himself pulled into a dangerous world where personal relationships and professional rivalries collide. Executive producer 50 Cent was among the biggest names on the red carpet, sharing his approach to finding stories that connect with audiences. Known for his work on successful STARZ franchises including Power, as well as projects like For Life, 50 Cent explained that his creative process often comes down to recognizing when a story feels timely and impactful. “I think when you really love a story, you eventually start to identify with where it fits right now,” said 50 Cent. “I’ll read something and feel like it should be on television now. When I get that feeling, it moves to the front of the other things I have sitting there.” Howard Charles, who leads the series as Duke Kilroy, reflected on the long process of bringing the story to life and the excitement of finally sharing it with viewers. After spending months building the world and developing the characters, Charles said the premiere represented a major milestone for the entire team. “I’m excited to be here,” Charles said. “We spent so long crafting this story and spending time in this world, and now we finally get to share it with everyone. It’s ready, it’s yours now, and I hope everyone enjoys it.” The red carpet highlighted the anticipation surrounding Fightland and the dedication behind bringing its gritty boxing drama to the screen. With a strong creative team, an engaging revenge storyline, and a talented ensemble cast, the series aims to deliver more than traditional sports drama by focusing on the emotional battles that happen both inside and outside the ring.

Related: every Fightland season 1 episode review and interview

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Director Jon Bolerjack Talks ‘Stan Lee: The Final Chapter’

by Julian Cannon July 27, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

At the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con, director Jon Bolerjack pulled back the curtain on one of the comic book industry’s most heartbreaking stories. His documentary, Stan Lee: The Final Chapter, serves as a sobering investigation into the twilight years of the legendary Marvel icon.

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John Cena Talks ‘Matchbox: The Movie’ and Evolution as an Actor

by Julian Cannon July 27, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

At the 2026 San Diego Comic Con, WWE Legend and actor John Cena talked to The Knockturnal about Matchbox: The Movie, sharing why the project felt personal, what convinced him to join the cast, and how he continues to grow as an actor.

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‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ Season 5, Episode 6 Review

by Julian Cannon July 27, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

This week’s episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan may not have been packed with nonstop action, but it delivered some of the season’s strongest character work while bringing several familiar faces back into the story.

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‘The Walking Dead: Dead City’ Season 3 Review

by Julian Cannon July 22, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

After two seasons of watching Maggie Rhee and Negan Smith try to survive while carrying years of resentment, guilt, and unresolved trauma, The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 3 finally starts asking the question that has been hanging over these characters since their first confrontation: how long can two people stay trapped by the worst moments of their past?

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Charlotte Dobre on Building a Loyal YouTube Audience

by Julian Cannon July 20, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

With more than 2 million subscribers on YouTube, Charlotte Dobre has carved out one of the platform’s most recognizable brands by reacting to the internet’s most outrageous stories. Whether she’s breaking down wedding drama, awkward social interactions, or viral internet moments, Dobre has built a loyal audience that regularly spends nearly half an hour watching her videos, an impressive feat at a time when attention spans are often said to be shrinking.

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Fanatics Fest Delivers, But Needs Work

by Julian Cannon July 20, 2026
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Fanatics Fest has quickly established itself as one of the biggest weekends on the sports calendar.

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STARZ Debuts First Footage from ‘Power: Origins’

by Julian Cannon July 16, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

STARZ has dropped the first teaser and a batch of first look images for its upcoming series Power: Origins, giving fans their first glimpse at the next chapter in the Power Universe.

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‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ Season 5, Episode 5 Review

by Julian Cannon July 10, 2026
written by Julian Cannon

This week’s episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan continued building toward an explosive endgame as alliances shifted, betrayals deepened, and Kanan continued his transformation into the ruthless figure fans know from the original Power.

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A little darkness, a lot of depth. The Knockturn A little darkness, a lot of depth. 

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to discuss her approach to complex characters, her hesitation toward romance, and trusting that the right roles come at the right time.

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“I don’t mess with that crap!” Demons, Ouija boar “I don’t mess with that crap!”

Demons, Ouija boards, and cold water? That’s a hard pass for @naomiackie 

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, Naomi Ackie, to reveal the three things she refuses to mess with.

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Sometimes, the setbacks are part of the journey. Sometimes, the setbacks are part of the journey.

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to reflect on career challenges, finding gratitude in the unexpected, and staying grounded.

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Finding joy in the craft, even when no one is watc Finding joy in the craft, even when no one is watching. 

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to reflect on her late mother’s influence and the importance of finding joy in the process.

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Sometimes, one film can change everything… The Kn Sometimes, one film can change everything…

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to discuss the impact of film and how The Dark Knight Rises inspired her journey as an actor.

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A little squirming, a lot of fun. The Knockturnal A little squirming, a lot of fun.

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to discuss Clayface, her love for horror, and the films that sparked it all.

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Meet Dr. Caitlyn Corr, Naomi Ackie’s latest transf Meet Dr. Caitlyn Corr, Naomi Ackie’s latest transformation.

The Knockturnal caught up with our latest cover star, @naomiackie, to discuss her role in Clayface and the journey of bringing Dr. Caitlyn Corr to life.

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Here’s Naomi! 🔪 For the third and final cover in Here’s Naomi! 🔪 

For the third and final cover in our spooky-season series, Naomi Ackie channels the chilling atmosphere of The Shining for The Knockturnal.

As Clayface brings her into Gotham and a new chapter of her career, Ackie opens up about the roles that scare her, the joy of acting, and trusting the journey. Reflecting on finding the right opportunities, she says, “the right things come to you at the right time when you need them.”

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Talent: Naomi Ackie @naomiackie
Editor-in-Chief: OJ Williams @ojwilliams4
Photographer: Ty Chen @tychenphotography @tychenofficial
Stylist: Jason Rembert @jasonrembert
Creative Director:  Ben Schmidt @equitiesmanager1
Deputy Editor: Elizabeth Taylor @liztaylorworld
Cover Story By: Sebastian Cintron @sebascintron
Makeup Artist: Daniel Martin @danielmartin
Hair Stylist: Marcia Hamilton @marciahamiltonhair
Videographer: Philíp Alexander @philipalxndr
Photographer’s Asst: Jordan Mitchell-Love @jmitchelllove
Photographer’s Asst: Celine Milien @celinemilien
Styling Asst: Wilton White @ww.ilt
Styling Asst: Jarrett Meilleur @mrjla
Production: Twelve29 Group @twelve29group
Spooky season calls for a little darkness. 🖤 Nao Spooky season calls for a little darkness. 🖤 

Naomi Ackie takes center stage on the second of three covers for The Knockturnal, inspired by the dark glamour of Queen of the Damned.

From Star Wars to Mickey17 and now Clayface, Ackie continues to embrace roles that challenge expectations. On her approach to her craft, she shares, “The biggest lesson I’ve learnt is patience is key.”

Discover our exclusive cover story by Sebastian Cintron at theknockturnal.com

Talent: Naomi Ackie @naomiackie
Editor-in-Chief: OJ Williams @ojwilliams4
Photographer: Ty Chen @tychenphotography @tychenofficial
Stylist: Jason Rembert @jasonrembert
Creative Director:  Ben Schmidt @equitiesmanager1
Deputy Editor: Elizabeth Taylor @liztaylorworld
Cover Story By: Sebastian Cintron @sebascintron
Makeup Artist: Daniel Martin @danielmartin
Hair Stylist: Marcia Hamilton @marciahamiltonhair
Videographer: Philíp Alexander @philipalxndr
Photographer’s Asst: Jordan Mitchell-Love @jmitchelllove
Photographer’s Asst: Celine Milien @celinemilien
Styling Asst: Wilton White @ww.ilt
Styling Asst: Jarrett Meilleur @mrjla
Production: Twelve29 Group @twelve29group
It’s spooky season, and Naomi Ackie is taking over It’s spooky season, and Naomi Ackie is taking over The Knockturnal’s latest cover! 🪓 

Inspired by the iconic psychological horror of American Psycho, our first of three covers puts Naomi in a world where fashion meets fear.

As she steps into the DC Universe in Clayface, Ackie reflects on her unconventional career journey and the lessons that have kept her grounded. As she puts it, “I've learnt since then to hold things lightly.”

Read the cover story by Sebastian Cintron at theknockturnal.com

Talent: Naomi Ackie @naomiackie
Editor-in-Chief: OJ Williams @ojwilliams4
Photographer: Ty Chen @tychenphotography @tychenofficial
Stylist: Jason Rembert @jasonrembert
Creative Director:  Ben Schmidt @equitiesmanager1
Deputy Editor: Elizabeth Taylor @liztaylorworld
Cover Story By: Sebastian Cintron @sebascintron
Makeup Artist: Daniel Martin @danielmartin
Hair Stylist: Marcia Hamilton @marciahamiltonhair
Videographer: Philíp Alexander @philipalxndr
Photographer’s Asst: Jordan Mitchell-Love @jmitchelllove
Photographer’s Asst: Celine Milien @celinemilien
Styling Asst: Wilton White @ww.ilt
Styling Asst: Jarrett Meilleur @mrjla
Production: Twelve29 Group @twelve29group
@theebillyporter is ready for his Capitol close-up @theebillyporter is ready for his Capitol close-up!

When Billy Porter makes an entrance, the look is never an afterthought, so it is only fitting that, as he steps into the world of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, he takes on the role of a Capitol stylist.

The Knockturnal sat down with Porter who opened up about bringing a little bite to the world of Panem, one snakeskin ensemble at a time.

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It’s time for a Glee boot! 🎤 The New Directions a It’s time for a Glee boot! 🎤

The New Directions are getting an encore! #Glee is officially making its way back to our screens, with Disney+ and Hulu ordering a reboot of the beloved musical comedy.

The revival has been a topic of conversation for months, with co-creator Ryan Murphy repeatedly teasing the possibility of a return. The new series will come from 20th Television, the studio behind the original hit.

The official Glee Instagram account confirmed the news with a post declaring, “It’s official, Glee is returning.”

We’re not Glee-king out, YOU are!
In Crete, shoulder season has never felt so charmi In Crete, shoulder season has never felt so charming.

Look up the location of Chania, Crete in a travel guide and your eyes will be filled with visions of winding stone-paved lanes lined with artisan shops and restaurants showcasing Cretan cuisine.

Thanks to Hilton, a new destination made for the best of shoulder season seekers is crowned. A regal gem found in treasures, Chania is the perfect place to go and be all things Greek in autumn and even the holiday season.

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In the Off-Broadway play ‘The Ask’, the deepest di In the Off-Broadway play ‘The Ask’, the deepest divide is not between left and right, but within the left itself.

The play brings together Greta (Golden Globe nominee Marilu Henner), a longtime ACLU donor on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, and Tanner (Emmy nominee Shannon Purser), the young representative sent to secure a substantial contribution. While initially united by progressive values, their conversation quickly exposes a widening generational and ideological rift.

Henner and Purser deliver performances that keep an ideological debate grounded in recognizable human emotion.

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An evening that brought two distinct culinary pers An evening that brought two distinct culinary perspectives into the same Midtown kitchen…

LOLITA welcomed the flavors of Baja California Sur to New York for a one-night culinary collaboration with Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa, bringing Chefs JC Colón and Eric de Maeyer together for a tasting experience complemented by agave-driven cocktail pairings from Beverage Director Marshall Minaya.

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The next era of Delta is taking flight with an ele The next era of Delta is taking flight with an elevated Delta One. ✈️ 

The sky welcomes a lavish world of wonder with a journey full of the very best in airline dining, hospitality and rest.

Available first on transoceanic Delta One routes departing Los Angeles International Airport this fall plans are for the specialty line to expand across the full global network in early 2027.

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Drawing on journal entries and memories from her l Drawing on journal entries and memories from her late twenties, IS THIS THE END? documents a period of change that Cutler was still trying to make sense of as she lived through it. 

The Knockturnal caught up with Chelsea to talk about writing her way through her twenties, coming to terms with getting older and figuring out what comes next.

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Grab your finest hat and call the horse and carria Grab your finest hat and call the horse and carriage! The women of #TheGildedAge are back for more.

Carrie Coon, Cynthia Nixon, and Sonja Warfield stopped by PaleyFest to share behind-the-scenes stories and tease what’s ahead in Season 4.

The cult favorite HBO series returns November 1.

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Who says LA doesn’t do theater?  Marisa Tomei, Ro Who says LA doesn’t do theater? 

Marisa Tomei, Rosanna Arquette, Lois Smith, Natasha Rothwell, Rob Morrow and a roster of film, television and theater performers gathered Tuesday night at The Wallis in Beverly Hills for THIS IS CRAZY!, a one-night-only benefit performance. 

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A night of impact, driven by a shared commitment t A night of impact, driven by a shared commitment to youth mental health.

@selenagomez hosted the 4th Annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit in Los Angeles, continuing the mission to expand access to mental health resources for young people worldwide.

Through its commitment to donate 1% of sales to the Rare Impact Fund, the organization supports the Fund’s work alongside 30 nonprofit partners across five continents, reaching more than 3.5 million young people each year.

Sharing a message of hope via Instagram, Gomez wrote, “I hope everyone who asks for help knows they’re never alone, and that there will always be someone there to listen, support them, and remind them they matter.”
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