Venice News Today — September 17, 2026

The entertainment world is abuzz today with a mix of controversy, celebration, and concern. In the world of film and television, actors are speaking out about industry politics, with Matthew Lillard expressing shame over his decision to return to the set of 'Scream 7' following the firing of Melissa Barrera. Meanwhile, musician Duncan Sheik has been hospitalized and is in critical but stable condition, prompting fans to send their well wishes.

Music is also at the center of controversy, with Ed Sheeran facing backlash for his silence on social issues, specifically the situation in Gaza, and his decision to keep Macklemore on his tour after the rapper had dropped out. On a more positive note, music legends are reuniting and collaborating, with Tom Petty's Heartbreakers joining forces with Chris Stapleton to perform 'American Girl'. In lighter news, celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss has announced a sweet collaboration with Ring Pop candy, and fans of Benjamin Netanyahu are sure to be talking about his recent comments on citizenship and national pride.

Today's signal:
• Matthew Lillard Says He’s ‘Ashamed’ He Returned for ‘Scream 7’ After Melissa Barrera Firing (rollingstone.com)
• Singer Duncan Sheik Hospitalized, in ‘Critical But Stable Condition’ (variety.com)
• Benjamin Netanyahu Calls to ‘Revoke the Citizenship’ of ‘Anyone Who Slanders IDF Soldiers’ Following ‘NAZA’ Documentary Premiere (variety.com)
• Watch Tom Petty’s Heartbreakers Reunite to Perform ‘American Girl’ With Chris Stapleton (rollingstone.com)
• Ed Sheeran Backlash Explodes as Ms. Rachel, Hannah Einbinder and More Slam Singer After Macklemore Dropped From Tour: ‘Silence During a Genocide Is Not Neutral’ (variety.com)
• Celebrity Wedding Planner Mindy Weiss Says “I Do” to New Ring Pop Candy Collaboration (variety.com)