Venice News Today — October 25, 2026

The entertainment industry is known for its complexities and controversies, and today's headlines are no exception. From acting alongside a canine co-star to navigating age gaps and friendships amidst allegations, celebrities are facing a range of challenges in the public eye. Anthony Ippolito, star of the upcoming film 'I Play Rocky', opens up about his experience playing Sylvester Stallone and working with a dog that wasn't too fond of him. Meanwhile, celebrities like Cynthia Erivo and Emily Osment are using their platforms to poke fun at themselves and bring attention to important issues, such as Erivo's hilarious take on 'The Great British Bake Off' and Osment's thoughtful discussion about requesting an intimacy coordinator for her work on 'Young Sheldon' due to an uncomfortable age gap with her co-star.

These conversations about boundaries and accountability are particularly relevant in light of recent allegations against musicians like Marilyn Manson, with Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan defending his friendship with Manson despite sex abuse claims. On a lighter note, nepotism is also in the spotlight, with Sylvester Stallone candidly discussing his daughter's role in the TV series 'Tulsa King' and acknowledging that she had an advantage due to their family connection. As the awards season approaches, we may see some surprise guests and nominees, like the star of 'You Can See Everything', who could potentially take home an Oscar. With so much happening in the world of entertainment, it's clear that the lines between personal and professional lives are often blurred, and celebrities are navigating these complexities in a variety of ways.

Today's signal:
• ‘I Play Rocky’ Star Anthony Ippolito on Becoming Sylvester Stallone and Acting With a Dog: ‘He Wasn’t a Huge Fan of Me’ (variety.com)
• Cynthia Erivo Imagines Competing on ‘The Great British Bake Off’ in ‘SNL U.K.’ Opening Monologue: ‘I’ve Got a Soggy Bottom and I’m Freaking Stressed!’ (variety.com)
• ‘Young Sheldon’ Star Emily Osment Requested an Intimacy Coordinator Because of ‘Uncomfortable’ Age Gap With Montana Jordan: ‘He Was a Baby!’ (variety.com)
• Billy Corgan Says He’s Stood by Marilyn Manson Despite Sex Abuse Claims Because He ‘Didn’t Feel He Was Guilty’: ‘I Don’t Want the World to Tell Me Who My Friends Are’ (variety.com)
• Sylvester Stallone Says Daughter’s ‘Tulsa King’ Role is ‘Of Course’ Nepotism: ‘Obviously We Let Them Have Every Advantage’ (variety.com)
• The Surprise Guest in ‘You Can See Everything’ Could Win an Oscar. Should They? (variety.com)