Return to “Jurassic”:
Jeff Goldblum is returning to the “Jurassic Park” franchise. TheHollywood Reporter says Goldblum will reprise his role as Dr. IanMalcolm in next year’s “JurassicWorld” sequel. Goldblum played the mathematician in the first two films of the franchise, 1993’s “Jurassic Park” and its 1997 follow-up, “The LostWorld: Jurassic Park.” TheHollywood Reporter says the sequel will open on June 22, 2018.
Short stuff:
Martin Short stripped down to a nude bodysuit to perform a musical number and became a human bagpipe in the hands of a large, kiltwearing man. Shortwas the multitalented master of ceremonies at “StandUp! For the Planet,” an all-star comedy benefit for the Natural Resources Defense Council that raised $1.4 million to support litigation against President Donald Trump’s environmental policies, according to organizers.
Depp called out:
Johnny Depp’s former business team is calling the star “a habitual liar” after Depp said in an interview that his onetime managers “clearly let me down.” Depp sued TheManagement Group in January for more than $25 million, charging fraud and negligence. TheManagement Group countersued, saying Depp spent lavishly on homes, private jets, art and memorabilia despite of its warnings.
April 27 birthdays:
Kate Pierson of The B-52’s is 69. Ace Frehley of Kiss is 66. Singer Sheena Easton is 58. Guitarist John Osborne of the Brothers Osborne is 35. Actress Emily Rios is 28.