U.S. Entertainment Roundup: Disney Ride Reboot, ‘Thirtysomething’ Star Accusations, and Chris Noth–Sarah Jessica Parker Rift

U.S. Entertainment Roundup: Disney Ride Reboot, ‘Thirtysomething’ Star Accusations, and Chris Noth–Sarah Jessica Parker Rift

Disney’s Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster to Be Reimagined With The Muppets

Disney is preparing a major change at its Hollywood Studios park in Florida, with The Muppets set to take over the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster attraction.[2] The long‑running ride, currently themed around Aerosmith, will be reimagined around Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and other Muppet characters.[2]

The update signals Disney’s continued push to refresh classic park experiences with well‑known family franchises. While specific opening dates have not been announced, the planned retheme has already drawn strong interest from theme‑park fans and Disney loyalists watching how the company balances nostalgia with new intellectual property.[2]

‘Thirtysomething’ Star Timothy Busfield Accused of Child Sexual Abuse

In one of the most serious developments in recent U.S. entertainment news, actor Timothy Busfield, best known for the TV drama Thirtysomething, has been accused of child sexual abuse.[3] The allegation surfaced in recent days and has quickly become a major topic in Hollywood coverage.[3]

Busfield’s wife, actor and author Melissa Gilbert, drew further attention to the situation after she deleted her Instagram account following public reaction to the accusation.[3] The case adds to the ongoing broader reckoning in the entertainment industry over past misconduct, as fans and colleagues await any legal or formal responses from Busfield or his representatives.[3]

Chris Noth Publicly Criticizes Sarah Jessica Parker Years After ‘AJLT’ Exit

Chris Noth, who played Mr. Big on Sex and the City, is back in the spotlight after he slammed his former co‑star Sarah Jessica Parker in new comments.[3] The remarks come about four years after Noth was written out of the sequel series And Just Like That… (AJLT) following sexual assault allegations, which he has denied.[3]

Noth’s criticism of Parker has revived discussion about his removal from the show and the broader impact of misconduct allegations on casting and public perception. The renewed tension between the two stars underscores how legacy franchises continue to grapple with controversies surrounding longtime cast members.[3]

Ben Affleck Reacts to Matt Damon’s Wife’s “Secret Crush” Revelation

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, one of Hollywood’s most famous acting and writing duos, are again drawing attention for their off‑screen friendship. Affleck recently reacted to a light‑hearted revelation that Damon’s wife once had a “secret crush” on Affleck, a moment captured in a new interview segment.[3]

The exchange, framed as playful rather than contentious, has fed into the long‑running public fascination with the Affleck–Damon friendship that dates back to Good Will Hunting.[3] For fans, the story offers a rare personal glimpse into how the two A‑listers navigate fame, family, and decades of working together in Hollywood.

North West Drops Diss Track Aimed at Online Critics

North West, the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, is making her own entertainment headlines after releasing a diss track aimed at critics of her piercings and fashion style.[3] The track targets social‑media commenters who have scrutinized her appearance and personal choices at a young age.[3]

The move highlights how celebrity children are emerging as public figures in their own right, often facing adult levels of scrutiny. North’s foray into music and self‑expression also raises renewed questions about privacy, social media, and how early the next generation of stars enters the entertainment spotlight.[3]

Teyana Taylor Continues Post–Golden Globes Momentum With New Premiere

Fresh off a recent Golden Globe win, multi‑hyphenate performer Teyana Taylor made a low‑key but closely watched appearance at the premiere of The Rip.[3] She reportedly arrived almost incognito, marking one of her first major public outings since the awards‑show recognition.[3]

Taylor has also been speaking about breaking out of her earlier image as the “Fade” video girl and expanding her work as an actor, director, and creative force.[3] Her latest projects and red‑carpet appearances are being followed closely as indicators of the next phase of her career in film and television.

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