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Hey Project Casting Community, We're thrilled to announce the launch of a new feature that will significantly improve your user experience on Project Casting: Shorten Sign-Up! We've always been committed to providing users with a seamless, efficient platform to connect and collaborate. Our new Shorten Sign-Up feature is our latest effort to make this commitment a reality. Streamlined User Experience We understand the importance of time in the entertainment industry and want you to focus more on auditions, casting calls, and other critical aspects of your career. That's why we've simplified our sign-up process. Now, you can create an account on Project Casting quicker than ever! Completing Your Profile Made Easy Moreover, we took your feedback seriously when you told us that completing the profile could be tricky. In response, we have revamped our profile setup. With more explicit instructions and an intuitive design, setting up a complete, professional-looking profile is now easier and quicker. By enhancing our platform's user-friendliness, we hope to make your journey on Project Casting as smooth and straightforward as possible. The easier it is for you to navigate, the easier it is to land your next gig! We encourage everyone to try our new Shorten Sign-Up and experience the improved user journey. We believe this will simplify your interactions with the platform and bring you closer to your dream roles. Thank you for being a part of the Project Casting community. Your feedback and participation are vital to our continuous improvement and growth. Stay tuned for more updates and improvements, and as always, break a leg! More Project Casting Resources: Discover the Best Casting Calls in LA on Project Casting Do you dream of scoring your big break in Hollywood? If you are an aspiring actor or performer, being part of the entertainment industry in Los Angeles can be a... How to Find Jobs Between Acting Jobs 5 Simple Tips to Boost Your Productivity and Achieve Your Goals Between Acting Gigs In the competitive acting world, it's not uncommon to experience gaps bet... How to Film a Video Audition 6 Steps to Creating a Professional Video Audition If you're an aspiring actor or performer, chances are you'll need to do a video audition at some point in your...

Ice Cube is standing firm in his commitment to producing a fourth installment of the cult classic movie series, 'Friday,' re-affirming that he will "never" give up on this project. Ice Cube will continue his quest for the fourth installment of Friday in 2023, showing that he isn't afraid to stand up and fight for what he believes in. His commitment to this New Year's resolution demonstrates that an intention is a powerful tool. Join Project Casting to access jobs you can apply to right now. Recently, Ice Cube opened up to TMZ about the possibility of releasing a fourth installment in the Friday franchise. He asserted that he was still determined to make it happen—but not through legal action against Warner Bros. This is just another development in his long-standing feud with the studio over who owns the rights to Friday; only last month did he declare that they would never surrender control. Ice Cube is passionate and unyielding about bringing this new chapter of his beloved film series to fruition. When questioned why he refused to change the movie name, Ice Cube replied straightforwardly., "You got to use the same IP. So, you can't call it Saturday without using Craig and Day Day." Ice Cube voiced their opinion about the possibility of initiating legal action., "No, ain't gonna sue nobody." In 1995, the original installment of Friday was released, followed by its two sequels in 2000 and 2002. Ice Cube's iconic movie 'FRIDAY' was a bonafide success when it hit theaters in 1995. Not only did it receive critical acclaim, it also topped the box office charts and solidified Ice Cube as one of the key players in the world of hip-hop based comedy films. This article looks at how 'FRIDAY' managed to become an instant classic and why it still resonates with audiences today.  Released on April 26th 1995 and directed by F. Gary Gray, 'FRIDAY' stars Ice Cube, Chris Tucker and Nia Long in a story about two best friends who have to find a way to survive their wild Friday night whilst dealing with all kinds of crazy situations and bumbling antagonists. The movie's roots come from a series of classic rap songs produced by Dr. Dre, who co-wrote the screenplay along with Ice Cube himself - giving it a unique mix of hip-hop culture blended into the narrative.  The movie instantly became a huge box office success despite its low budget ($3.5 million) and limited number of theaters (790). It made over $28 million during its initial run, making for one of the most profitable independent movies released that year – higher than even ‘Seven’ or ‘Sense & Sensibility’! The movie went on to become an even bigger success in America when it was released on VHS & DVD later that year – going on to gross an additional $48 million domestically for a total lifetime gross of $76 million (in North America alone).  This success can be attributed mainly to its iconic characters, hilarious quotable dialogue and up beat soundtrack featuring music from Dr Dre, Easy-E and other gangsta rap icons – hitting multiple triggers with viewers keen to experience this unseen blend between Hollywood comedy & urban street culture. Even today, 25 years after its release – 'FRIDAY' is still regarded as one of the funniest movies ever made – proving just how timeless great cinema can be! More Project Casting Entertainment News:  Over 61 Million Hours Spent Watching Netflix's 'Alice in Borderland' Netflix viewers worldwide can't get enough of 'Alice in Borderland,' making it the highest-rated Japanese series on the streaming platform today! During season ... Watch M. Night Shyamalan's Latest Trailer for 'Knock at the Cabin' Get a Sneak Peek of M. Night Shyamalan's Latest Horror Masterpiece - 'Knock at the Cabin' with This Brand-New Trailer! "I'm afraid the rules are, no one's allow... 29 TV Shows and Movies Filming in Georgia in January Georgia is quickly taking over the TV and film industry. Here are the 38 movies and TV shows filming in Georgia this January 2023. Join Project Casting to acces...

John David Washington Used To Tell People His Dad Was In Jail To Avoid Nepotism in Hollywood In a recent interview with Mr. Porter, actor John David Washington, Denzel Washington’s oldest son, revealed his way of breaking into the entertainment industry by secretly hiding the fact he was related to one of the biggest A-list actors in Hollywood. “I was related to Denzel Washington,” he says. “I saw how people changed when they found out who my father was.” “I used to lie, saying he was a construction worker or in jail, just to have some sense of normalcy. I felt like there was no way people would take me seriously, even if I was good. They would always judge me. So I hid who my father was. I guess I was protecting myself.” Before becoming an actor, he started playing in the NFL before getting the leading role in HBO show ‘Ballers’ with Dwayne Johnson. The opportunity came after he retired from football from an Achilles injury. “It doesn’t even guarantee you will make it, but if you don’t, you can almost guarantee that you won’t,” was his father’s advice when he told him he would be starring in the series. It would be his nomination for Spike Lee’s Oscar-winning film ‘BlackKklansman’ boosted his acting career as he tried to build his own way in Hollywood. Washington is set to star in the upcoming Christopher Nolan movie ‘Tenet’, and recently released a secret quarantine production with actress Zendaya called ‘Malcom & Marie’. Washington says he understands how important it is for a Black man to have a platform and use it wisely. He hopes to build opportunities, which have been destroyed due to years of racism. “As an African American, what gives me hope about where we are going is the amount of people that don’t look like me on the front lines. I think they do actually have an understanding, a real understanding of what the problems are, the systemic issues. And they’re paying attention,” he said. In relevant news, following the death of George Floyd, a video with Denzel Washington helping a man with a police encounter is going viral and fans are calling the actor a real-life superhero. On May 22, TMZ reported Washington stopped and helped a homeless man who was “in some peril with oncoming traffic.” Video footage of the incident shows Denzel Washington comforting the man and waiting with the man during an encounter with police.TMZ reported the man  was “detained — not sure why but possibly to make sure he was okay — then released.” About Actor John David Washington: John David Washington is an American actor, known for his leading roles in the films BlacKkKlansman (2018) and Tenet (2020). He was born on July 28th, 1984 in Los Angeles to actor-director Denzel Washington and Pauletta Washington. Washington attended high school at The Potomac School in McLean, Virginia. He then went on to study at Morehouse College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2006. Washington began his acting career with an uncredited role in the 2007 film The Great Debaters, which was directed by his father Denzel Washington. In 2012, he appeared as a recurring character on the HBO series Ballers. In 2018, Washington starred in Spike Lee’s BlacKkKlansman as Ron Stallworth, an African-American police officer who infiltrated a local Ku Klux Klan chapter. The performance earned him nominations for Best Actor at both the Golden Globe and Academy Awards. In 2020, Washington starred in the Christopher Nolan action film Tenet. He played the role of an unnamed secret agent tasked with preventing World War III from happening. The film received praise for its intricate plot and visual effects, as well as Washington’s performance. Washington is also a former American football running back who was signed by the St. Louis Rams as an undrafted free agent in 2006. He retired from football in 2008, citing a desire to focus on his acting career. John David Washington is an acclaimed actor who continues to impress with each new role he takes on. His performances are instantly recognizable, and his unique charm makes him one of the most captivating performers in Hollywood today.   More Project Casting Entertainment news: John David Washington on Why He Became an Actor, and Not Telling His Dad… ‘Macbeth’ Movie Starring Denzel Washington Speaking Roles Casting Call Denzel Washington’s Netflix Movie is Now Hiring New Talent

Abigail Ratchford is the "Queen of Instagram" Abigail Ratchford makes $170,000 a year as an Instagram model. Before she became famous she worked three jobs to pay the bills. Now, using the social media platform, she makes more money than most actors. Abigail Ratchford was working as a paralegal, secretary and bartender until she found Instagram. Now the Instagram model takes home more than $170,000 a year. The 25-year-old model, who has nearly 8 million followers on Instagram, started her claim to fame in 2013 when a professional photographer asked her to take photos to build up his portfolio. She told the New York Post that she immediately drew attention from bloggers who spotted the photos on his Facebook page. "Send Nudes" ?? @isabelalysa x @josecorella x @rickyfraserhair ? A post shared by A b i g a i l (@abigailratchford) on Jun 10, 2017 at 11:23pm PDT Modeling history Her photos caught the attention of Maxim, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit and Barstool Sports. Before capitalizing on her popularity, Ratchford worked three jobs and earned less than $600 a week in Scranton, Pennsylvania. 'I was thinking that there had to be more to life than this hamster wheel that I was on,' she told the newspaper.  Now she makes more than $170,000 per year, which she gets from product endorsements and merchandise sales. After she created her Instagram page, she received 20,000 followers. Seven months later she was up to 100,000 after she started posting consistently. “A lot of my fans are college-aged guys, so I definitely make products [targeted at] them. Ratchford said she once signed with a manager, she started getting offers to work with other influencers on social media. “For every million [followers], you can charge up to $1,500 a post,' she said. But now that she has almost eight million followers, brands typically cap the fee at about $6,000 per post.” Lately, she’s been uploading makeup tutorials and beauty tips on her Snapchat. “I’m thinking long term. By 35 I want to be married and have kids, and I can't be posting these photos,' she told the Post. 'Females are the ones who are gonna be spending the most money on weight loss and beauty products.' Thanks to her large and growing social media following, Ratchford has also appeared in several feature films and TV shows including shows on ABC and E! Networks. Who is Abigail Ratchford? Abigail Ratchford, is known as the “Queen of Instagram”, and recently reached nine million followers and has become a household name in the entertainment industry. She recently received her first cover with Alpha Magazine, focusing on her inspiration and confidence. She will be featured in multiple covers in the upcoming year including NOW Magazine Los Angeles, Elements Magazine and many more. But, her use of social media and her growing popularity in print and digital media have helped her become a leader in pop culture and expand beyond just being an Internet model. More Project Casting Entertainment News: Influencers Say Coronavirus is Hurting Their Business Influencers are saying Coronavirus is hurting their business. Millions of people are currently unemployed because of the coronavirus pandemic, including influencers. According to TMZ, social media influencers are now feeling economic damages due to coronavirus... Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Open Casting Call for Models Sports Illustrated Swimsuit is holding an open casting call for aspiring models in Miami, Florida. For the first time ever, SI Swimsuit will be holding an in-person, open casting call in Miami to find the... What do you think? Discuss this story with fellow Project Casting fans on Facebook. On Twitter, follow us at @projectcasting.