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‘Tyler Perry’s She The People’ Changes Name To ‘Miss Governor’ As Part 2 Trailer Drops

When Tyler Perry’s She the People comes back for Part 2 of Season 1, it’ll have a new name. As revealed by Netflix on Friday, the show will now be called Tyler Perry’s Miss Governor.

The news was unveiled as Terri J. Vaughn appeared at the 2025 Essence Fest, and the show dropped the Part 2 trailer as well.

Season 1, with 16 episodes, will be released in two batches. The first batch of episodes dropped earlier this year for Part 1, with Part 2 set to drop in September.

What’s ‘Tyler Perry’s Miss Governor’ about and who stars?

Here’s the series logline: Lieutenant Governor candidate Antoinette Dunkerson runs a successful campaign and now must figure out how to thrive under a sexist and condescending governor while attempting to keep her family in line now that they’re all in the public eye.

Part 1 ended with an ambulance being called for Governor Irwin Harper (Robert Craighead) just as Antoinette stood up to him and claimed her power.

The series is written, directed and produced by Perry. Niya Palmer and Perry created the series. Executive producers are Palmer, Keisha Lance Bottoms and Vaughn. Producers are Angi Bones and Tony Strickland for Tyler Perry Studios.

Vaughn, Jade Novah, Drew Olivia Tillman, Tré Boyd, Dyon Brooks and Jo Marie Payton star in the series.

Why did ‘Tyler Perry’s She the People’ change its name to ‘Tyler Perry’s Miss Governor’?

No word yet on why the show changed its name. It is unknown if the show’s name change may be related to a lawsuit filed by Aimee Allison, alleging that the show infringes on the identity of her brand of the same name and draws similar themes from the overall mission of her company.

When does ‘Tyler Perry’s Miss Governor’ Season 1 Part premiere?

Photo: Netflix

Miss Governor Season 1 Part 2 debuts Aug. 14 on Netflix.

Watch the trailer below:

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July 5, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Film  ·  interviews
Samuel L. Jackson And Pierce Brosnan Saddle Up In Western ‘The Unholy Trinity’

Samuel L. Jackson and Pierce Brosnan ride onto the big screen together in their new western, The Unholy Trinity.

Directed by Richard Gray, The Unholy Trinity is a story of seeking vengeance and uncovering secrets in a town torn apart by the battle between lies and virtue.

The film follows Henry Broadway (Brandon Lessard), a young man on his journey back to his childhood home of Trinity, Montana, to avenge what he believes was his father’s unjust murder.

Along the way, he realizes his quest to avenge his father’s death will have him fighting to save his own.

The tale of Trinity

Brosnan portrays Sheriff Gabriel Dove, who tries to keep order in the gritty settlement but knows that means he has to keep a few things under wraps for the good of his town.

“He’s a man that comes from a fractured, broken landscape of humanity, from persecution. So he’s used to it. He’s hardened by the cruelty of life,” he told Blavity’s Shadow and Act in a recent interview.

He added, “He has the job to take care of this small town and this community of people, and it has secrets, and he’s a bent, broken man trying to do well.”

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Jackson’s character, St. Christopher, is a formerly enslaved person and a gold hunter whose loyalty to Henry and others in Trinity is vague and easily swayed for the right price. 

“My character is a traveler, and in a way, I guess, he’d be a gypsy,” Jackson said of his slick-talking character.

He continued. “He’s out there living by his wiles. He’s come from a system of oppression that he’s escaped from and learned how to survive and work his way through an environment that is basically stacked against him most times. He’s learned how to flip that on its head and aggressively assert his freedom in a different kind of way.”

Western lovers will enjoy the rugged 1870s backdrop of the film, complete with a brothel and mischievous miners. But the real treasure is seeing Jackson and Brosnan come together on screen for the first time.

Photo: Roadside Attractions / Saban Films

When two legends collide

Both actors have experience in Western films and claim that their artistic approach to playing cowboys or similar roles doesn’t vary from their other roles. However, having the opportunity to work together on The Unholy Trinity made these roles stand out.

“It was a great honor to all of a sudden find myself in a scene with Pierce,” Jackson said excitedly.

“I’ve been watching him for so long. Now, here’s my chance. And you don’t just pounce on it,” he added. Jackson went on to explain the care he put into one of his last monologues in the film, which included a standoff between St. Christopher and Sheriff Dove.

Brosnan jumped in to share the same level of admiration for his castmate.

“I watched you do your thing with just the glory, the passion, the alchemy of what you do, and voice and character,” he told Jackson.

He added his feelings about their final scene together, “You had this monolog, which was so entertaining, and I just had to stand there and revel and take it all in. It was fabulous watching you deliver your monologue with such a kind heart and gusto, and you truly reveled in it.”

Watch the interview below:

July 5, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Television
Who Is Cierra Ortega On ‘Love Island USA’ Season 7? Here’s What To Know

Season 7 of Love Island USA is on fire. And Cierra Ortega is one of the most talked-about stars. She was the first bombshell of the season, arriving alongside Charlie Georgiou at the end of the Season 7 premiere.

She instantly had the guys hooked, but had no trouble building a sisterly circle on the show. During most of the season, she’s been a part of one of the strongest couples on the show, pairing with Nicolas “Nic” Vansteenberghe.

Here’s everything we know about Cierra Ortega outside of the villa, at least so far:

How old is Cierra Ortega, and what is her ethnicity?

The reality star is 25. She is of Puerto Rican and Mexican heritage, according to her Instagram bio. She is from Arizona, but now calls Los Angeles her home.

Per Marie Claire, in her Love Island USA Season 7 introduction, she said, “”I’m the full package: brains, beauty, and boobs. I don’t care whose toes I have to step on. If I can take your man, he was never your man in the first place.”

What does Cierra Ortega do for work, and where did she go to school?

Per Ortega’s LinkedIn, she went to school at The University of Arizona, and as Marie Claire reports, she “works in influencer management and creator and brand partnerships for companies.”

Aside from this, she’s also a content creator in her own right. Like most people her age, she’s taken over the content creation world, working with major brands like Khloe Kardashian’s Good American and Kim Kardashian’s Skims. She’s also had deals with Cupshe, Tanologist, and Urban Decay.

Cierra Ortega’s biggest hobby appears to be traveling

Cierra’s social media boasts her love of fashion and travel. Some of her destinations include Egypt, Thailand, Saint Martin, Costa Rica, Paris, and Italy. 

She also appeared to be friends with other Love Island USA alums before entering the villa, including Season 5’s Johnnie Olivia and Season 5 and 6’s Kassy Castillo.

July 4, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Television
Who Is Clarke Carraway On ‘Love Island USA’ Season 7? Here’s What We Know

Casa Amor hit the villa like never before on this season of Love Island USA, and many of the bombshells are still standing strong.

Among the four new women sent to the villa for Season 7 to shake things up among the OG cast members is Clarke Carraway, who came in saying she planned to get what she wants, “like I always do” — yup, those were her words exactly.

Carraway didn’t enter the villa in traditional Love Island USA nature because there was a twist to Casa Amor this season. The women exited to stay in the second villa, while the men were able to hang back and meet newcomers who intended to test their current connections– and all return to the villa in new couples.

Their initial entry into the villa included a kissing challenge, where Clarke and the other ladies were able to lock lips with the fellas while they were blindfolded. Afterward, the men rated their kisses, with some under the impression that they came from their connections, not brand-new women.

Where is Clark Carraway from?

According to Screen Rant, the 24-year-old descended upon Fiji Island from Columbia, South Carolina, and here’s how she described herself: “I’d rate myself a ‘broke my scale’ out of 10 for obvious reasons,” Carraway says in her intro video. “As far as kissing goes, I haven’t gotten any complaints in that department.”

She’s a qualified behavioral health specialist…

According to her LinkedIn profile, Clarke studied psychology at Lander University in Greenwood, South Carolina, earning a bachelor’s degree in 2023. She works as a qualified behavioral health specialist at Evergreen Holistic Learning Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, where, per her listed experience, she is “responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring effective individualized mental health programs for assigned clients.”

…in addition to being a lifelong cheerleader

In her intro video, Clarke revealed that she’s a “lifelong” cheerleader, and her LinkedIn profile is proof, as it shows that one of her recent work experiences included serving as a coach for the Tumble Tree Twisters in 2022.

Clarke and Taylor’s connection is currently going strong

Although she initially coupled up with Nicolas Vansteenberghe when she entered as a bombshell, Clarke’s decision to stand up and reveal that she also had a connection to Taylor Williams nearly cost the latter to be sent home from the island, along with Taylor’s initial boo, Olandria Carthen.

Clarke is currently coupled up with Taylor, and though it’s caused some noticeable friction between her and Olandria, it appears that she and her Oklahoma cowboy are still going strong.

July 4, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Film  ·  interviews
‘The Old Guard 2’ Is Creating New Pathways For Black Women In Action Movies

The Old Guard 2 brings viewers back into the world of immortal warriors, including KiKi Layne’s character Nile, who is still discovering the extent of her powers. Layne and director Victoria Mahoney recently spoke about the new film and what it means to see Black women in the action-fantasy genre.

Mahoney, who takes over the franchise (which also stars Charlize Theron) from Gina Prince-Bythewood, told Blavity’s Shadow and Act Managing Editor Trey Mangum how she was excited to come aboard to learn more about Layne’s character’s journey.

“So for me, what was exciting was obviously, her character arc, her challenges in the first film…meeting her at that moment, in the apex moment of discovery. So I thought that was the charge. And then I come in and I’m meeting her with the audience at six months into her journey,” she said. “So then, who is she? What’s different about her? Does she embrace the ride she’s on? Is she still in conflict? Does she have internal pain, or is she finding a bit more resolution? How much has she grown as a fighter, as a thinker, as a warrior, as an immortal?”

“All those things were exciting and part of what we did to signify her growth was…that in the amount of time that goes by, we are meant to understand that she’s still learning and growing and training and she’s still absorbing and eager to learn,” she continued. “And then our duty was to make sure the audience understood that she has attributes she’s completely comfortable in and she’s part of the team and she’s brave.”

Why action roles like Nile matter for Layne

Layne also described how much the film means to her, saying, “You know what it means to play an action lead as a Black woman, and so the opportunity to do it again feels amazing. It’s also a unique challenge as an actor to return to a role after time away from it, so also, just as someone who loves the craft of acting, it was also very exciting for me to be challenged in that way.”

She also added that she is thrilled to pave a new path for Black female actors in action, saying, “That’s one of the reasons why I do it.”

Making room for more Black women heroes

“You know, I love acting, but I also, I’m grateful to be able to be the representation for a lot of people that watch films that I didn’t feel that I always saw growing up. And so that’s something that’s very important to me,” she said. “And so with the opportunity to be the lead of an action movie of this size, to work with Charlize [Theron] in the first and second film, to work with Uma [Thurman] in the second film—these are women who broke so many barriers in terms of how women [are viewed], encouraging and lifting me up as a fellow woman and supporting me as a Black woman in all of this. It really feels so special. It’s something that I’m super grateful to Gina, who first gave me the role. I’m grateful that she gave me that opportunity, especially in an industry that puts us in boxes.”

The Old Guard 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

July 3, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Television
‘The Proud Family: Louder And Prouder’ Renewed For Season 4 At Disney+ As Season 3 Trailer Drops

The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder is coming back soon for Season 3, and it has already been renewed for Season 4.

The sequel series to the original Disney Channel series by creator/executive producer Bruce W. Smith and executive producer Ralph Farquhar will premiere its third season Aug. 6.

Also, to make the news even better, Disney+ has already renewed the series for the fourth season, coming to the platform in 2026.

What will Season 3 be about?

The third season will find Penny Proud (Kyla Pratt) and her friends Dijonay (Karen Malina White), Zoey (Soleil Moon Frye) and LaCienega (Alisa Reyes) “embarking on international escapades, wild adventures and fantastical stops packed with hilarity, heart, and most of all, discovery,” according to the official description.

New guest stars for ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder’ Season 3?

New guest stars include Janelle James, Sanaa Lathan, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Lynn Whitfield, Adrienne Warren, Kirk Franklin and Bubba Wallace. They join recurring guest stars Keke Palmer, Billy Porter and Zachary Quinto, EJ Johnson, Asante Blackk, Artist “A Boogie” Dubose, Bresha Webb, Aiden Dodson, Carlos Alazraqui, Al Roker, CeeLo Green, Tiffany Haddish, Gabrielle Union, Chance the Rapper, Brenda Song, Lena Waithe and MIYACHI.

Apart from Pratt, White, Frye and Reyes, the returning main cast includes Tommy Davidson, Paula Jai Parker, JoMarie Payton, Cedric the Entertainer, Carlos Mencia, Alvaro Gutierrez, Raquel Lee Bolleau, Marcus T. Paulk and Melissa De Souza.

Music will also once again be a huge part of the Proud Family series with Kurt Farquhar returning as songwriter and composer. Songwriter/producer Roccstar also joins, contributing 10 new original songs.

Check out the new trailer below.

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July 3, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Television
‘The Ultimatum: Queer Love’ Season 2: Which Couples Are Still Together And Which Ones Are Broken Up?

Season 2 of The Ultimatum: Queer Love on Netflix came to an end Wednesday, with its six couples finally decided whether they’ll stay together and call it quits. Now that viewers know how their love stories ended, one question remains: Where is everyone now, a year after Ultimatum Day? Here’s everything we know about where this season’s The Ultimatum: Queer Love couples are now.

AJ Blount and Britney Thompson

Relationship Status: Engaged

According to Today.com, Thompson gave Blount the ultimatum after sensing Blount wasn’t interested in marriage and paid more attention to her career than her. After learning a lesson in work-life balance and realizing how much they love each other, the pair reunited by the end of experiment and got engaged, Netflix’s Tudum reported. They’re still happily engaged — Blount even upgraded Thompson’s ring.

Haley Drexler and Pilar Dizon

Relationship Status: Engaged

After being together for more than a decade, Drexler hit Dizon with the ultimatum, Today reported. Things got complicated when Drexler found a strong connection with Magan Mourad. Dizon encouraged her to make the right choice for her and Drexler picked Dizon. Dizon proposed and Drexler said yes. The pair are still engaged.

“She was dying to get a ring on her finger also. So I told her within the next year I would make sure that I made it a priority to get down on one knee,” Drexler said during the season reunion. “And I did it less than a month later.”

The couple plans to elope.

Kyle Neal and Bridget Matloff

Relationship Status: Engaged

At the beginning of the season, Neal and Matloff had different outlooks on marriage. The former craved it, while Matloff “never really understood the point of marriage.” They eventually got on the same page and improved their communication issues. Matloff proposed to Neal on Ultimatum Day and Neal accepted. The couple are still engaged.

Mel Vitale and Marie Robertson

Relationship Status: Broken up

Vitale and Robertson were together for four years and ran a food truck business together. Robertson was ready for marriage and gave Vitale an ultimatum. Though Vitale’s trial marriage with Dayna saw the two of them get matching tattoos, Vitale reunited with Robertson and the two became engaged.

Unfortunately, marriage wasn’t in the cards for the couple. During the reunion, Vitale confirmed that they broke up a couple of months after their Ultimatum experience. “‘With Marie’ is nonexistent. Period,” Vitale said when reunion host JoAnna Garcia Swisher asked about their relationship.

Dayna Mathews and Magan Mourad

Relationship Status: Engaged

Mathews, who expressed being ready for marriage, gave Mourad the ultimatum. Mourad was hesitant to take their relationship to the next step because she had yet to come out to her family, which caused tension between the couple. After an explosive few weeks and both being intimate in their trial marriages, the two eventually reconciled and got engaged. They are still engaged and planning their nuptials.

Mourad shared in the reunion that she’s opened up to her family and introduced them to Mathews. “She actually came around for Thanksgiving last year,” Mourad said, tears in her eyes. “I never really brought anyone home for Thanksgiving before.”

They’re planning on their parents meeting soon.

Marita Prodger and Ashley Johnson

Relationship Status: Broken up

Johnson, desiring more love and affection, gave Prodger the ultimatum. Johnson found what she was looking for in her trial marriage with Thompson, and she ultimately broke up with Prodger. They are still broken up.

Things got heated between the former couple during the reunion. Prodger said she hated Johnson and Johnson walked away in tears. She later returned and Prodger apologized. The former couple agreed it would take some time for them to heal.

July 3, 2025

Entertainment
Keith David Moved To Tears After Being Surprised With Hollywood Walk Of Fame Announcement

Keith David received quite an early birthday surprise during the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026 announcement event held on Wednesday.

According to The Wrap, the actor learned that he’ll receive the esteemed honor next year, the same year he’ll reach a milestone age.

‘What a surprise!’

“What a surprise!” the Greenleaf actor captioned a video shared to TikTok. “Being #blessed to GET to do this for a living is enough for me; to be recognized for my contribution to the arts is the cherry on top,” he added.

@imkeithdavid What a surprise! Being #blessed to GET to do this for a living is enough for me; to be recognized for my contribution to the arts is the cherry on top.🙏🏿 Thank you, #hollywoodwalkoffame & Hollywood Chamber for this honor. A special s/o to my wife, @Dionne Lea – my greatest supporter! This will be a wonderful birthday present next year. #Classof2026 #Hollywood #WOF #Dreamers #KeithDavid #ThankYouGod ♬ original sound – Keith David

Keith David thanked the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the chamber and his ‘greatest supporter’

David’s caption continued with gratitude expressed to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, and his wife, Dionne Lea Williams, whom he called “my greatest supporter,” adding, “This will be a wonderful birthday present next year.”

According to the outlet, to receive a star on the Walk of Fame, candidates must be nominated by another individual and agree to the nomination when applying.

“Happy 70th birthday!” Williams said as his name was announced in the clip that he would receive the honor after a career spanning four decades. 

Keith David’s career work so far

He made his debut in John Carpenter’s The Thing in 1982 and has since appeared in films such as Night School, Heist 88, American Fiction, and Mufasa, among many others.

In addition to his work in film and television, David has made an indelible mark on Broadway as a classically trained actor, a Juilliard graduate of 1979 to be exact, and holds three Emmy Awards out of six nominations, and has been nominated for a Tony Award thanks to his work on the stage.

When his name was called, David was moved to tears before embracing his wife, with the two of them sharing the sentimental moment.

David is among 35 other celebrities receiving stars, including Good Morning America‘s Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos in a double ceremony, Bone Thugs ‘N Harmony, Timothée Chalamet, The Clark Sisters, Miley Cyrus, Shaquille O’Neal and Gordon Ramsay. The official dates for the 2026 Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremonies have yet to be announced.

July 3, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Film
Test Your Knowledge Of The Potterverse With These Harry Potter Trivia Questions

The Harry Potter series has become a cultural phenomenon that transcends generations, enchanting readers and viewers alike with its richly imagined world of magic, friendship, and adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned Potterhead or just starting your journey through the wizarding world, testing your knowledge with Harry Potter trivia is a fantastic way to engage with the franchise’s depth and detail. 

Here are some of the best Harry Potter trivia questions, organized by key themes to challenge Potterheads of all ages and knowledge levels. From characters and spells to magical creatures and plot points, these questions will help you celebrate the magic that J.K. Rowling created.

Potterverse Characters and House Trivia

One of the most beloved elements of the Harry Potter series is its diverse cast of characters and the Hogwarts houses that shape their experiences. These questions test your knowledge of who’s who and the qualities that define each house.

What house is Harry Potter sorted into at Hogwarts?

Answer: Gryffindor

Who is the headmaster of Hogwarts during most of Harry’s time at school?

Answer: Albus Dumbledore

What are the full names of Harry’s two best friends?

Answer: Hermione Granger and Ronald Weasley

Which character is known as “He Who Must Not Be Named”?

Answer: Lord Voldemort (Tom Riddle)

Into which house is Draco Malfoy sorted?

Answer: Slytherin

Who founded the house of Gryffindor?

Answer: Godric Gryffindor

Which professor was the Potions Master before Severus Snape?

Answer: Horace Slughorn (in later years, before Snape’s return)

Name all four founders of Hogwarts.

Answer: Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw

Who becomes the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher in Harry’s fifth year?

Answer: Dolores Umbridge

What is the name of the house-elf who serves the Malfoy family but later gains freedom?

Answer: Dobby

Which character reveals they are a werewolf?

Answer: Remus Lupin

Spells and Magical Items Trivia

Magic is at the heart of the Potterverse’s appeal. These trivia questions challenge your knowledge of spells, magical artifacts, and enchanted objects crucial to the story.

What spell is used to disarm an opponent?

Answer: Expelliarmus

Which spell summons objects toward the caster?

Answer: Accio

What magical item reveals the deepest desire of the person looking into it?

Answer: The Mirror of Erised

What is the name of the magical object that makes a person disappear?

Answer: Invisibility Cloak, a unique magical cloak inherited from his father

Which spell produces light at the tip of a wand?

Answer: Lumos

What potion grants the drinker extraordinary luck?

Answer: Felix Felicis (Liquid Luck)

What object must be destroyed to defeat Voldemort?

Answer: The Horcruxes, usually destroyed by Basilisk venom or Fiendfyre

What spell levitates objects into the air?

Answer: Wingardium Leviosa

What spell is used to repair broken items?

Answer: Reparo

What is revealed by the Marauder’s Map?

Answer: The locations and movements of every person within Hogwarts

Harry Potter Memorable Moments Trivia

From the start of Harry’s journey to the epic battles at Hogwarts, the series is packed with memorable moments. This section explores key plot points that test your recall of the story’s twists and turns.

At which event does Harry first encounter Voldemort again?

Answer: During the Triwizard Tournament, Harry witnesses the rebirth of Voldemort in the graveyard at Little Hangleton

Who kills Dumbledore?

Answer: Severus Snape

What is the name of the wizard prison guarded by Dementors?

Answer: Azkaban

What is the Triwizard Tournament?

Answer: A magical competition between three wizarding schools: Hogwarts, Beauxbatons, and Durmstrang

Who rescues Harry from the Dursleys’ house at the beginning of “The Order of the Phoenix”?

Answer: The Advance Guard, a group of Order of the Phoenix members

What position does Harry play on the Gryffindor Quidditch team?

Answer: Seeker

What does the prophecy that involves Harry and Voldemort say?

Answer: The prophecy states that neither can live while the other survives

How does Harry destroy the locket Horcrux?

Answer: With the Sword of Gryffindor

What is the name of the final battle in the series?

Answer: The Battle of Hogwarts

Magical Creatures and Beings Trivia

Rowling’s universe includes a fascinating array of magical creatures, from the dangerous to the lovable. This section dives into the world of magical beasts.

What kind of creature is Buckbeak?

Answer: A Hippogriff

Who is Fawkes?

Answer: Dumbledore’s phoenix

What creatures guard the vaults in Gringotts?

Answer: Dragons

What is the name of Hagrid’s three-headed dog?

Answer: Fluffy

What is a Basilisk?

Answer: A giant serpent whose gaze can kill

What are Thestrals?

Answer: Invisible, winged horses visible only to those who have seen death

Why can Harry and Luna see the thestrals?

Answer: They have both witnessed death. Harry first sees them after witnessing the death of Cedric Diggory, and Luna has seen them since she saw her mother die.

Which creatures pull the Hogwarts carriages?

Answer: Thestrals

What role do house-elves play in the wizarding society?

Answer: They are magical creatures, often enslaved to wizarding families

What is Aragog?

Answer: An Acromantula (giant spider) raised by Hagrid

Miscellaneous Trivia

This section covers interesting facts from the Harry Potter universe that add richness to the lore.

What is the name of the wizarding newspaper?

Answer: The Daily Prophet

Who owns “Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes”?

Answer: Fred and George Weasley

What is the name of the pub in Hogsmeade?

Answer: Trick question! Hogsmeade has two pubs: The Three Broomsticks and The Hog’s Head.

What nickname is Harry known by in the wizarding world?

Answer: The Boy Who Lived

From which platform does the Hogwarts Express depart?

Answer: Platform 9¾

What is the vault number Harry accesses in Gringotts?

Answer: Vault 713

Who authored the fictional book “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”?

Answer: Newt Scamander (fictional author)

Name the wizarding bank in Diagon Alley.

Answer: Gringotts

What is Hermione’s cat’s name?

Answer: Crookshanks

What is the core of Harry’s wand?

Answer: Phoenix feather

Advanced Harry Potter Trivia For Die-Hard Fans

For the most dedicated fans, these questions dig deep into the series’ lore, challenging even the most knowledgeable readers.

What form does Hermione’s Patronus take?

Answer: Otter

Who was the Half-Blood Prince?

Answer: Severus Snape

What type of wood is Harry’s wand made from?

Answer: Holly

What secret organization do Harry, Ron, and Hermione form in their fifth year?

Answer: Dumbledore’s Army (DA)

What vault number contains Hufflepuff’s cup?

Answer: Trick question! The vault number was never mentioned, but it was Bellatrix Lestrange’s vault at Gringotts Wizarding Bank.

What spell conjures a Patronus?

Answer: Expecto Patronum

Who was Hogwarts’ headmaster before Dumbledore?

Answer: Armando Dippet

Which character’s death is avenged by Snape?

Answer: Lily Potter

What is the name of the conductor on the Hogwarts Express?

Answer: The Conductor’s name is never explicitly mentioned

Which magical creature raised by Hagrid causes trouble in the first book?

Answer: Norbert(a), the Norwegian Ridgeback dragon

How To Use These Trivia Questions

Harry Potter trivia can be a fun addition to any gathering of Potterheads. Tailor the difficulty level to your audience, mixing easier questions for younger fans with tougher ones for the die-hard enthusiasts. Consider creating teams or using trivia games and apps that incorporate these questions for an interactive experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to prepare for Harry Potter trivia challenges?

Rereading the books, rewatching the films, and taking online quizzes can help sharpen your memory and deepen your understanding of the story’s many details.

Are Harry Potter trivia questions suitable for kids?

Yes, many questions are accessible to children, especially those about the main characters and basic plot points. You can adjust the difficulty by selecting simpler or more complex questions.

Where can I find more Harry Potter trivia games?

Numerous websites, apps, and board games offer Harry Potter trivia. Official fan sites and communities provide a wealth of quizzes for fans of all levels.

July 3, 2025

Entertainment  ·  Film  ·  interviews
‘Heads Of State’ Movie: Will The Idris Elba-John Cena Pic Get A Sequel?

John Cena and Idris Elba talk about what it’s like to work together once again in the Prime Video action comedy, Heads of State.

Heads of State stars Cena and Elba as the leaders of their respective countries; Cena plays the President of the United States and Elba plays the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The two don’t see eye-to-eye, but they must learn to work as a team in order to keep the world safe from a global threat.

Idris Elba and John Cena reunite after ‘The Suicide Squad’

The two stars spoke with Blavity/Shadow and Act Managing Editor Trey Mangum about the film, which brings Cena and Elba back together after working on The Suicide Squad. Cena said how the relationship between his and Elba’s characters is similar but different to what it was like on their previous film, detailing how the stakes in Heads of State create elements of comedy.

“The stakes are always important, I think, when people from different perspectives agree that we need to activate and stop what’s about to happen. I think that’s the harmony that allows people to come together,” said Cena. “And the movie theme could be whatever, referencing something like Planes, Trains and Automobiles, two strangers are like, ‘Yo, we have to get to this place by Thanksgiving.’ And I think it’s odd that that’s kind of the same sort of pair-up you see. Like two strangers who don’t think alike, a pessimistic realist versus an ignorant optimist have to get together and get to this thing by this date, or there’s gonna be some bad stuff that happens.”

Elba added that their two characters have to meet in the middle to save humanity, much less their respective countries.

“I think that ultimately these two heads of state find out they’re actually two human beings and the rest of humanity is at risk, and that’s where they find that common ground,” he said.

“Yes, the characters are incredibly important in society, so to speak, but what was really important is that we brought the reality of the story, however wacky and wild it is, however our characters are opposed, [we] brought that to life fully and in a way that the audience can just escape from the reality ’cause you turn on the news and you see heads of state all day long, but not these guys. And so I think it is really important for us to just be really committed to it,” he added.

Is a sequel to the film possible?

While nothing has been confirmed yet as far as there will be a sequel to the film, Elba jokingly said in our interview, “The second movie is gonna be about the opening restaurant. It’s a steak restaurant, and we’re gonna go with Heads of Steaks.”

Cena added, “And we’re gonna serve fish and chips…only fish and chips,” poking fun at one of the running jokes of the movie.

Here’s more about Heads of State, also starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Jack Quaid:

In the action-comedy Heads of State, the UK Prime Minister Sam Clarke (Elba) and U.S. President Will Derringer (Cena) have a not-so-friendly and very public rivalry that jeopardizes their countries’ “special relationship.” But when they become the targets of a powerful and ruthless foreign adversary—who proves more than a match for the two leaders’ security forces—they are begrudgingly forced to rely on the only two people they can trust: each other. Ultimately allied with the brilliant MI6 agent Noel Bisset (Chopra Jonas), they must go on the run and find a way to work together long enough to thwart a global conspiracy that threatens the entire free world.

The film is now streaming on Prime Video. Watch the full interview with Cena, Quaid and director Ilya Naishuller below.

July 3, 2025

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