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Has the ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Series Been Canceled?
Here is why many people believe the Fantastic Beasts franchise is canceled and will not return with a fourth or fifth movie.
Initially teased as a five-part series Fantastic Beasts tells a prequel story to the Harry Potter franchise. Warner Bros. released a new installment every two years since 2016, but there is doubt surrounding the fate of a fourth film. Eddie Redmayne, who plays the famed Magizoologist Newt Scamander in the films, recently told IndieWire that he had yet to be approached about a fourth film.
“I don’t. It’s more a question for J.K. Rowling and David Yates and Warners, but I don’t know, I’m afraid. I can’t add to that.”
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Then, Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav commented during a company meeting about the future of Harry Potter films which confused some fans. Zaslav clarified that the company plans to focus its upcoming projects on profitable franchises but added, “we haven’t done a Harry Potter movie in 15 years.”
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore hit theaters in April of 2022. It became the lowest-grossing movie in the franchise. While it’s unclear what Zaslav meant by this comment, fans of the franchise are not taking it as a good sign. Some speculate that Fantastic Beasts may be canceled entirely.
Controversy Surrounding Fantastic Beasts
The lack of production updates comes amidst several controversial headlines surrounding the project. J.K. Rowling has continued to share anti-trans rhetoric online and has lost the devotion of many Harry Potter fans. Meanwhile, Fantastic Beasts star Ezra Miller is facing multiple legal issues, and he currently faces up to 26 years in prison if convicted of burglary in Vermont. And Johnny Depp was not in the third installment because of domestic violence accusations.
All this is to say, we don’t know if the fourth installment of Fantastic Beasts will become a reality. There are no signs of future production, and with so many high-profile controversies, we don’t know what it would look like.
Is the Fantastic Beasts series canceled?
There is no current update on Fantastic Beasts 4. Eddie Redmayne said he had not been asked to return as Newt Scamander. J.K. Rowling initially said the franchise would release five movies in total.
Is Fantastic Beasts part of the Harry Potter franchise?
Yes, it is a spin-off series inspired by the magical world J.K. Rowling created and is a prequel story to the Harry Potter books.
Is Dumbledore Gay?
Yes, J.K. Rowling confirmed the sexuality of Dumbledore in 2007 while speaking at Carnegie Hall. She also revealed his romance with his former best friend, Gellert Grindelwald, a storyline that plays out in the third Fantastic Beasts movie.
Lindsay Lohan Reveals What Iconic Role She’d Like to Revive
Lindsay Lohan is back in the rom-com game with a new holiday movie, Falling for Christmas, coming to Netflix.
Candace Cameron Bure Left Hallmark For Homophobic Reasons
When The Christmas House came to Hallmark in 2020 it was the first film in the network’s history to prominently feature a same-sex couple. Jonathan Bennett and Brad Harder helped to ring in a new era for Hallmark. That very same year Lifetime also had a strong showing for LGBTQ+ content with movies like The Christmas Setup. Late to the game as they may be, it inspires some confidence to know that a network generally marketed toward a more conservative audience could be open to change. However, this progress did not come without some fumbles. Among those include the exit of Crown Media ex-CEO Bill Abbott. The reason for his, and Hallmark movie regular Candace Cameron Bure’s exit may, at least in part, be homophobic.
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Why Did Bill Abbott Leave Hallmark?
Before we explore the latest from Bure, let’s go over some context. Before the release of The Christmas House, Hallmark made headlines when they removed advertisements featuring same-sex couples from the air. The advertisement itself was totally innocuous, and the network faced widespread criticism as a result. Hallmark apologized and restored the ad a few days later, but the damage had been done. A little more than a month later Abbott stepped down as CEO of Crown Media.
Abbott Joins Great American Media
Just over a year later Abbot partnered with Hicks Equity Partners to head up a new venture Great American Media (GAC Media at the time). The Texas-based media company went on to launch new cable networks, among them Great American Family. The expectation is that Great American Media will continue to focus on faith programming and “family entertainment.” Chances are LGBTQ+ readers can already hear the dog whistles. The series of events that led to this is important to remember when we talk about Candace Cameron Bure’s involvement.
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Why Did Candace Cameron Bure Leave Hallmark?
All of this takes us to Candace Cameron Bure. Those who are familiar with Hallmark Channel will certainly recognize Bure as a mainstay in the network’s holiday programming. The 46-year-old actress ended her partnership with the network in April of this year. At the same time, she revealed plans to join Great American Family. Bure is famously conservative, not unlike her brother who is an evangelist that famously spoke out against homosexuality in 2012. Bure’s departure from the network sparked rumors that it was due to Hallmark’s new queer-friendly programming.
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This was mostly speculation and Bure herself initially explained that the decision ultimately came down contracts. “The truth is I’ve been under contract with Hallmark for a very, very long time,” said Bure. “It just so happened that my contract was expiring when Great American Family started up.” She later added that her discussions with Great American Family didn’t start until she was already “well into negotiations” with Hallmark Channel. There appeared to be more to it however, with Candace saying that Great American Family fits her brand perfectly. “We share a vision of creating compelling wholesome content for an audience who wants to watch programming for and with the whole family.”
Is Candace Cameron Bure Homophobic?
New information came to light recently as Bure began promoting her upcoming movie on Great American Family. In an interview with WSJ, Bure spoke about her new executive role at the company as well more context surrounding her departure from Hallmark Channel. “My heart wants to tell stories that have more meaning and purpose and depth behind them,” said Bure. “I knew that the people behind Great American Family were Christians that love the Lord and wanted to promote faith programming and good family entertainment.”
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She also added that Hallmark is “basically is a completely different network” than when she started because of the change of leadership. If this wasn’t direct enough, Bure sited the same-sex relationships featured on the network as part of that reasoning. “I think that Great American Family will keep traditional marriage at the core,” she said. No matter what you think of Candace Cameron Bure, these comments have clear homophobic undertones.
What Does This Mean For Great American Family?
Candace was previously more cagey about her thoughts on this matter. When asked if Great American Family will include same-sex and interracial couples Bure said they hadn’t “specifically had those discussions.” She added that it isn’t completely up to her, saying “You know, we’ll see. We’ll see how it goes.” Meanwhile, Abbott has this to say about the inclusion of same-sex couples in the network: “It’s certainly the year 2022, so we’re aware of the trends. There’s no whiteboard that says, ‘Yes, this’ or ‘No, we’ll never go here.'”
We feel it’s important to add a caveat here. While LGBTQ+ content is more accepted in the mainstream than it was a decade ago, we are not the “trend” Abbott seems to think we are. We are human being with relationships as beautfil and flawed and complex as our cis and straight counterparts.
Hilarie Burton Speaks Out
It seems we weren’t the only ones to notice the inherent homophobia in Bure’s statements. One Tree Hill actress Hilarie Burton has spoken out in the past about Abbott and was equally vocal in her response to Bure. Burton took to Twitter to respond to speak out against Bure’s homophobia, calling her a bigot. “I don’t remember Jesus liking hypocrites like Candy,” Burton added. “But sure. Make your money, honey. You ride that prejudice wave all the way to the bank.”
Bigot.
I don’t remember Jesus liking hypocrites like Candy.
But sure. Make your money, honey. You ride that prejudice wave all the way to the bank. https://t.co/X70aO4WIcB— Hilarie Burton Morgan (@HilarieBurton) November 15, 2022
Burton, who appeared in the 2007 Lifetime drama Normal Adolescent Behavior, had more to say about Bure, Abbott, and GAC. “Now they’re just openly admitting their bigotry,” said Burton. “I called this shit out years ago when Abbott was at Hallmark.” She then added that she’s “glad they dumped him.” In the end, we’re in full agreenent with Burton. “Being LGBTQ isn’t a ‘trend,'” she said. “That guy and his network are disgusting. You too Candy. There is nothing untraditional about same-sex couples.”
Now they’re just openly admitting their bigotry.
I called this shit out years ago when Abbott was at Hallmark. Glad they dumped him.
Being LGBTQ isn’t a “trend”.
That guy and his network are disgusting. You too Candy. There is nothing untraditional about same-sex couples. https://t.co/38XIg5XeMP— Hilarie Burton Morgan (@HilarieBurton) November 14, 2022
Luke Evans Says He Wouldn’t Have a Career if “Gay Actors Only Played Gay Roles”
The gay casting debate continues as many actors and people in the industry weigh in on what actors should play what roles.
Brazilian Pop Star Comes Out; Says His Sexuality Is Open
After weeks of speculation, Brazillian pop star DJ Pedro Sampaio is putting the rumors to bed. The Latin heartthrob opened up in a recent interview with G1 where he addressed the online discourse about his sexuality. In effect, the 24-year-old came out, although he says he doesn’t identify with a particular label. Instead, Sampaio is open and considered his sexuality to be fluid.
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Pedro Sampaio Comes Out
Sampaio is no stranger to the pressure that many celebrities face to adopt a label. “I think it’s so backward,” he says. “You are you, do what you want, whenever you want, with whoever you want.” In the end, as Sampaio puts it, “people are always discovering, always changing.” Having said this, when asked directly, Sampaio did confirm that he is open to dating men as well as women.
The rumors about the star’s sexuality have been flying ever since Bi Visibility Day. Sampaio quote tweeted a selfie from bi singer Jão who was pictured in front of a mirror wearing a bi-Pride shirt. The shirt also featured Hannah Montana giving the peace sign, so we’re talking about several layers of bisexuality. Sampaio added three heart emojis in the colors of the bi-Pride flag with the tweet, and the rumors began in earnest.
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Is Pedro Sampaio Dating Pabllo Vittar?
This isn’t the only reason the internet has been talking about Sampaio. The star has been spending quite a bit of time with world-famous Brazillian drag queen Pabllo Vittar. The pair are pictured together all over Sampaio’s Instagram, in increasingly cozy circumstances. They even went as far as sharing a kiss on the Brazillian Multishow program Música Boa. Sadly, in the same G1 interview, Sampaio shot down any rumors that they were dating.
Their closeness may instead be a result of their recent project together. The pair released a new duet single called Sal which is available to listen to on Spotify. The video itself is also very queer and a nice break from the dreary winter months up here in the northern hemisphere. This is not Sampaio’s first time working with queer artists either. He has also worked with bisexual singer-songwriters Anitta and Luísa Sonza.
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Keep scrolling for some more photos to help you get familiar with Pedro Sampaio. Make sure to follow him to keep up with his new work.
11 LGBTQ Celebrities Who Died in 2022
Some of the greatest minds and talents of all time are, were, or could have been considered a part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our contributions to the arts, sciences, and world politics are impossible to calculate. This is a credit to the people that make up our beautiful community. Like everyone, we lose many great people every year to time and tragedy. Let’s take a moment to mark the LGBTQ+ celebrities and icons who died this year. People who made important contributions in their field or were pillars in their community. Let’s celebrate the departed greats of 2022.
A Note From The Writer
The people we mention here have all achieved some level of notoriety in the media or their local communities. This is not the only mark of greatness queer people should be expected to achieve to be worthy of celebration. Every year we lose important members of local communities and dear loved ones. This is often a result of anti-LGBTQ+ violence or extenuating factors that disproportionately affect queer folks. Particularly trans and gender non-conforming people of color. Before we go any further we’d like to honor their memory. This year, we have lost at least 32 transgender people by violent means. This does not include the deaths that go unreported as many often do.
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What LGBTQ+ Celebrities Died This Year?
The celebrities and noteworthy people on this list have had an impact on our lives in various ways. Some were musicians, such as Aaron Carter or Patrick Haggerty. Others were activists like Urvashi Vaid or Drag Queens like Cherry Valentine. We also lost actors like Leslie Jordan, Anne Heche, and Kevin Conroy and fashion icons like Thierry Mugler and André Leon Talley. Most were some combination of all of the above. Keep reading for a list of these incredible people and their accomplishments.
1. Kevin Conroy
Conroy was an actor that got his start in theatre but eventually moved to film and television. He was best known for his work voicing Batman. He worked on Batman: The Animated Series, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, and Batman Beyond between 1992 to 2001. Because of his work we can, in a sense, say that Batman was part of the LGBTQ+ community.
How Did Kevin Conroy Die?
Conroy died after a battle with intestinal cancer at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Greats such as Mark Hamill, Lynda Carter, and George Takei all paid tribute to him upon his death.
When Did Kevin Conroy Die?
Conroy died on Nov. 10 at the age of 66. He is survived by his husband Vaughn C. Williams, sister Trisha Conroy, and brother Tom Conroy.
Was Kevin Conroy Gay?
Conroy was gay but did not publicly speak about his sexuality until 2016. In 2022 he wrote Finding Batman, as part of DC Comics’ 2022 Pride anthology. The story described his experiences as a gay man, including the discrimination he faced in the industry, to critical acclaim.
2. Aaron Carter
Carter first rose to fame in the late 90s as a pop and hip-hop artist. Carter, a brother to Backstreet Boys member Nick, released his first studio album in 1997. His second album, Aaron’s Party (Come Get It), sold three million copies in the United States. From there Carter began making appearances on Nickelodeon and toured with the Backstreet Boys.
How Did Aaron Carter Die?
Carter was found in his bathtub, where law enforcement revealed that he drowned. There is currently no evidence of homicide, although homicide detectives will investigate per standard operating procedure.
When Did Aaron Carter Die?
Carter died at home on Nov. 5 at the age of 34. He is survived by his son Prince.
Was Aaron Carter Bisexual?
Carter’s sexuality made headlines several times after it appeared that he came out as bisexual on Twitter in 2017. “I grew up in this entertainment industry at a very young age,” said Carter. Carter said that he started to be attracted to boys at around 13 years old, at the same time he was attracted to girls. Almost a year later, Carter walked back his comments slightly, calling them “misconstrued.” Although he reaffirmed his attraction to men, he said that he ultimately sees himself “being with a woman and having kids.”
3. Patrick Haggerty
Known as the first out country music artist, Patrick Haggerty was a trailblazer. Together with keyboardist Michael Carr, singer and fiddler Eve Morris, and guitarist Robert Hammerstrom, Haggerty formed the group Lavender Country in 1972. Their first album, called Lavender Country is widely considered the first country album by an out musician. Given his fearlessness is hardly a surprise that Haggerty was also a dedicated LGBTQ+ activist. His parting leaves a giant hole in our community.
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How Did Patrick Haggerty Die?
Haggerty suffered a stroke and died from complications a few weeks later.
When Did Patrick Haggerty Die?
Haggerty died on Oct. 31 at the age of 78.
Was Patrick Haggerty Gay?
Not only was Haggerty gay, but he was also a pioneering gay country musician and committed LGBTQ+ activist and anti-fascist.
4. Leslie Jordan
Leslie Jordan captured our hearts with his roles on Will & Grace, The Help, Call me Kat, and American Horror Story. Though he has been known to steal the scene in all of his projects, Jordan finally rose to the acclaim he deserved at the beginning of the pandemic. Jordan became famous for his daily uploads on Instagram, where his following skyrocketed from 180,000 to now almost 6 million.
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How Did Leslie Jordan Die?
It was reported that Leslie Jordan experienced a medical emergency while driving en route to film scenes for Call me Kat. Leslie then crashed into a building and was pronounced dead at the scene.
When Did Leslie Jordan Die?
Leslie Jordan died on Oct. 24, at the age of 76.
Was Leslie Jordan Gay?
Leslie spoke openly about life as a gay person in the south where he grew up. According to Leslie, he was never very good at being in the closet, although that was not without trying.
5. Deb Auchery
Hailing from Bend, Oregon, Alex Simpson made a name for herself under the stage name “Deb Auchery.” She was also a founder of The Cult of Tuck, a drag troupe dedicated to sharing queer performance artistry throughout central Oregon. Her sudden death is a giant blow to not only her community but all of central Oregon.
How Did Deborah Auchery Die?
Tragically, Simpson was taken too soon due to complications surrounding Type 1 diabetes.
When Did Deb Auchery Die?
Simpson died on Sept. 22 at the age of 30. She is survived by her mother, Markaye Simpson, father, Garrett Simpson, and older brother, Damon Simpson.
Was Deborah Auchery Queer?
Alex was a fierce trans drag queen and a dedicated advocate for trans rights.
6. Cherry Valentine
George Ward, best known by the stage name Cherry Valentine, was a U.K. drag queen and contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K. Ward also worked as a mental health nurse, focusing on children’s psychiatric intensive care and adults with Huntington’s disease. Ward also spoke about his experiences growing up in the British Traveller community and is the only drag queen of Romani heritage to appear in the Drag Race franchise.
How Did Cherry Valentine Die?
The cause of Ward’s death is still unknown to the public.
When Did Cherry Valentine Die?
Ward died on Sept. 18 at the age of 28.
Was Cherry Valentine Queer?
Ward told the story about their experience growing up gay in the Traveler community in a 2022 documentary, Cherry Valentine: G*psy Queen and Proud. He was also openly genderfluid.
7. Valencia Prime
Dubbed “Philadelphia’s plus-size dancing diva,” Valencia was a force to reckon with in the Philly drag scene. She was a rising star and a talented performer that brought joy to so many in the community. “Her loss is devastating to a whole scene of people she influenced and inspired,” said sexuality educator and burlesque performer Timaree Leigh. “The Philadelphia scene will never be the same,” said drag performer Asia Monroe. “She was really a wonderful, loving, and caring person.” A GoFundMe was set up to help her family cover funeral expenses.
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How Did Valencia Prime Die?
Prime was performing at Tabu Lounge and Sports bar in Philadelphia when she collapsed suddenly on stage. It was revealed that this was due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. According to a fellow performer, Asia Monroe, Prime was unresponsive when the paramedics arrived.
When Did Valencia Prime Die?
Prime died on Sept. 12 at the age of 25.
Was Valencia Prime Queer?
Prime was a proud trans woman and drag queen.
8. Anne Heche
Anne Heche began her career in daytime television on the NBC soap opera, Another World, and her portrayal of twins Vicky Hudson and Marley Love won her a Daytime Emmy in 1991. In the ’90s, she starred alongside Johnny Depp in Donnie Brasco, Robert De Niro and Dustin Hoffman in Wag the Dog, and Harrison Ford in the action comedy Six Days Seven Nights. She also made waves with her portrayal of Melissa Egan in the slasher film I Know What You Did Last Summer.
How Did Anne Heche Die?
Anne Heche died from her injuries after her car collided with a two-story house in Los Angeles’ Mar Vista neighborhood, causing a fire. Early reports indicated that the accident was severe and took nearly 60 firefighters more than an hour to extinguish the fire. First responders found Heche gravely injured and she was rushed to the hospital. Her family later confirmed that she was taken off life support.
When Did Anne Heche Die?
Heche died on Aug. 11 at the age of 53.
Was Anne Heche Queer?
Heche’s romantic relationship with TV host Ellen DeGeneres caused an uproar in Hollywood and paved the way for future LGBTQ+ couples. The two met at a Vanity Fair party in 1997 and went public with their relationship at a red carpet event for Heche’s movie, Volcano. Despite Hollywood essentially blacklisting them, Heche and DeGeneres went on to date for more than three years.
9. Urvashi Vaid
It’s hard to summarize Urvashi Vaid’s dedication to and impact on the LGBTQ+ community. Vaid was an LGBTQ+ rights activist, lawyer, and author. Born in India, Vaid was an expert in gender and sexuality law and a consultant in attaining specific goals of social justice. She held a series of roles at the National LGBTQ Task Force. She is the author of Virtual Equality: The Mainstreaming of Gay and Lesbian Liberation and Irresistible Revolution: Confronting Race, Class and the Assumptions of LGBT Politics. Vaid was named one of the 50 most influential LGBT people in the United States by Out Magazine in 2009. She was also an aunt to gender non-conforming writer, poet, performance artist, and media personality Alok Vaid-Menon.
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How Did Urvashi Vaid Die?
Vaid died at home after a battle with cancer.
When Did Urvashi Vaid Die?
Vaid died on May 14 and is survived by her partner, comedian Kate Clinton.
Was Urvashi Vaid Queer?
Vaid was a gender non-conforming lesbian and unflinching in her fight for LGBTQ+ liberation.
10. Thierry Mugler
Manfred Thierry Mugler is a French fashion designer who needs no introduction. Known for his theatrical and avant-garde approach, Mugler rose to fashion royalty with his iconic designs. He famously designed looks for the likes of Michael Jackson, Madonna, Grace Jones, David Bowie, Diana Ross, and Demi Moore. He even came out of retirement to design the famous “wet look” dress for Kim Kardashian in 2019, as well as Cardi B’s pink and black “stormy Venus” dress for the Grammys.
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How Did Thierry Mugler Die?
Mugler died of natural causes at home in Vincennes, Paris.
When Did Thierry Mugler Die?
Mugler died on Jan. 23 at the age of 73.
Was Thierry Mugler Gay?
Mugler was openly gay and often used his fashion shows to showcase queer diversity, making a point to include drag queens and trans women.
11. André Leon Talley
Larger than life, André Leon Talley made a name for himself in the fashion industry when he rose through the ranks at Vogue Magazine starting in 1983. He began his journey as Vogue’s fashion news director before graduating to creative director, and finally editor-at-large. Talley was very highly respected in the fashion industry and his passing leaves a deep scar in the hearts of many. “André Leon Talley was a one-of-a-kind presence who changed the face of fashion,” wrote first lady Michelle Obama. “He will be missed, but I know his legacy will continue inspiring people for years to come.”
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How Did André Leon Talley Die?
Talley died after suffering from a heart attack as a result of complications from COVID-19.
When Did André Leon Talley Die?
Talley died on Jan. 18 at the age of 73.
Was André Leon Talley Gay?
Talley was included in the 50 Most Powerful Gay People in America list by Out Magazine in 2007. Talley told Wendy Williams that he is not heterosexual, saying “I’m fluid in my sexuality, darling.”
Shawn Mendes Is Hiking Shirtless Again and We’re Living
Shawn Mendes likes to hike with his shirt off, and we’re not complaining. It seems every time the world needs a pick-me-up, Shawn Mendes shows up with nothing but a pair of shorts and a gaggle of paparazzi in tow. Now, as we all recover from months of midterms anxiety, Shawn Mendes is back and shirtless. True to form (no pun intended) he is just as shirtless as you might expect.
Shawn Mendes goes shirtless for a solo hike in LAhttps://t.co/euaB7FQTPO#EntertainmentNews pic.twitter.com/dZodDAvQ1z
— NowMyNews (@NowMyNews) November 10, 2022
Shawn Mendes is Shirtless Again
The Canadian pop star was captured on camera as he took on a Los Angeles trail all by his lonesome. Thankfully the paparazzi decided to keep him company. The 24-year-old is pictured in the resulting shots wearing black basketball shorts, boots, and black socks. His hair looked effortlessly coiffed as he showed off his collection of tattoos to the other lucky hikers.
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SHAWN MENDES
HUNK TAKES A HIKE …
Forgot My Shirt At Home pic.twitter.com/ia3WssxuM1— jobadvisor.link (@JobadvisorL) November 10, 2022
Why are we never lucky enough to hit the trails when Shawn Mendes is there? It’s not as if Mendes’ shirtless hikes are particularly rare. Similar photos of the star were released earlier this year—and where were we? Not hiking alongside gorgeous pop stars, unfortunately.
I’d hike anywhere for @ShawnMendes ????✨????
Listen to Shawn Mendes radio: https://t.co/kfFuSYEzCt pic.twitter.com/nZY6vuYo1G
— iHeartRadio (@iHeartRadio) January 23, 2022
shawn mendes out on a hike???????? pic.twitter.com/E5p3WfWPAD
— ً (@RAULFEATURES) January 22, 2022
What Else is Shawn Mendes Up To?
These pictures come after Mendes canceled his “Wonder” tour back in July. The singer and songwriter took a step back to focus on his mental and physical health. Although we can’t account for the mental health side of things, it sure looks like he has the physical health part figured out.
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In other Mendes news, the star is likely still coming down off of a successful rollout for his second-ever voice role in a major motion picture. Mendes voiced Lyle in the musical comedy Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile. The reception to the film has been mostly positive, with a critics rating of 73% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Sorry, the Queer Storyline in ‘Wakanda Forever’ Is Basic AF
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever‘s try at LGBTQ+ representation is a kiss on the forehead. Yikes.
Jason Momoa Sported a Loincloth on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’
