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Ryan Reynolds announces 'sabbatical' from acting, Tony Bennett breaks new record

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We have been given a fresh look at the world's favourite vampire Robert Pattinson changing things up as the escaped crusader, Batman.

If there was any doubt, it is official right now that Gal Gadot will be back for a third Wonder Woman film.

Gadot made headlines this weekend at the DC Fandom event with confirmation Wonder Woman is returning for a third outing with director Patty Jenkins once again.

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Robert Pattinson as Batman in first official trailer.

A new trailer has revealed more details on Robert Pattinson as Batman. YouTube

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Fans are predicting it could be a little like Bridget Jones you know - the first one's a smash, the second one we don't really talk about and the third - redemption with kind of low expectations.

Fresh from wrapping filming on Spirited, a musical version of A Christmas Carol which sees some singing, some dancing and him playing a bit of a nasty pants opposite Octavia Spencer and Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds has decided to take a step back from acting saying he is taking "a little sabbatical".

Fresh from winning an Oscar to playing a villain in the news Bond movie, Rami Malek has taken to the stage to host Saturday Night Live (SNL).

On the show, Malek said he doesn't normally get to test out his comedy skills, joking that he usually plays the bad guy due to his "resting villain face".

Rami Malek hosted SNL on the weekend, saying he usually plays bad guys because of his 'resting villain face'. Will Heath/NBC

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Ryan Reynolds says he will take a sabbatical from acting. Instagram

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And Tony Bennett isn't showing signs of slowing down.

His new album with Lady Gaga Love For Sale winning accolades from fans and critics alike.

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Despite dealing with Alzheimer's the 95-year-old has set a new record becoming the oldest person ever to release an album of new material.

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