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Mark Ruffalo • October 1, 2026

Mark Ruffalo Lashes Out Against Paramount-Warner Bros Merger

Actor Mark Ruffalo has criticised the Paramount-Warner Bros merger, claiming that it would stifle creativity. Hollywood’s megadeal has cleared its last obstacle after a federal judge approved Paramount’s settlement with 12 states on Wednesday. The states, led by California, sued to block the deal, citing media consolidation. Ruffalo took to social media to express his […]

By Riji Elsa Roy 5 min read
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George Clooney Criticises Trump, Defends Mark Ruffalo at Venice Film Festival

Oscar-winning actor George Clooney has hit out against the Trump administration by calling it a kakistocracy, a government by the least qualified people in the country. He also defended fellow actor Mark Ruffalo’s ability to speak freely while raising his own doubts about the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. George Clooney received the Golden Lion for Lifetime […]

By Riji Elsa Roy • 5 min read

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