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The top ten roles that made once promising careers come crashing down like a botched stunt on a Michael Bay set.

1. Taylor Kitsch in "John Carter" (2012)

Taylor Kitsch, known for his rugged charm on "Friday Night Lights," seemed poised for a meteoric rise. Enter "John Carter," the sci-fi epic from Disney that landed with all the grace of a Martian spaceship crashing into a Waffle House. The plot, revolving around a Civil War veteran who gets transported to Mars, was as hard to follow as Kitsch's character arc. Reviews were less than stellar, with a paltry 52% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film's monstrous budget and dismal box office returns branded Kitsch as a risk, damaging his leading-man status. However, it wasn't all doom and gloom. Kitsch took the blow in stride, refocusing on smaller, more critically acclaimed projects.

2. Mike Myers in "The Love Guru" (2008)

Mike Myers, the man who brought us "Wayne's World" and "Austin Powers," ventured into risky territory with "The Love Guru." The plot revolved around a self-help guru helping a hockey player get his mojo back. The film was critically panned for its slapstick humor and borderline offensive stereotyping, receiving a scathing 13% on Rotten Tomatoes. The audience reaction was lukewarm at best, with many finding Myers' character grating rather than amusing. The film's poor reception and subsequent box office flop sidelined Myers from leading roles for several years.

3. Hayden Christensen in the "Star Wars " Prequels (1999 2005)

Hayden Christensen, once the darling of indie cinema, took on the role of Anakin Skywalker in the "Star Wars" prequels with enthusiasm. However, the wooden dialogue and stiff performances didn't endear him to fans of the franchise. Christensen's portrayal was met with criticism and even resulted in two Razzie awards. Behind the scenes, Christensen reportedly struggled with the media attention, choosing to retreat from Hollywood after the trilogy concluded. With a Rotten Tomatoes rating lingering at 65% for "Attack of the Clones", it's clear the force wasn't with this one.

4. Elizabeth Berkley in "Showgirls" (1995)

Elizabeth Berkley, fresh from her wholesome role in the TV show "Saved by the Bell," dove headfirst into the NC-17 rated "Showgirls." As exotic dancer Nomi Malone, Berkley's performance was labeled over-the-top and cringe-worthy. Critics and audiences alike were taken aback by the film's explicit nature and lackluster plot. The film tanked, earning a meager 23% on Rotten Tomatoes and multiple Razzie Awards. Unfortunately, Berkley's promising career took a hit, and she never quite managed to shake off the "Showgirls" stigma.

5. Chris Klein in "Rollerball" (2002)

From the successful "American Pie" series, Chris Klein seemed to have a bright future ahead. But "Rollerball," a remake of the 1975 classic, proved to be a one-way ticket to obscurity. The convoluted plot centered on a deadly sport that was a mashup of roller derby and basketball, and it failed to resonate with audiences. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, amassing a pitiful 3% on Rotten Tomatoes. Behind the scenes, reports of reshoots and on-set conflicts further added to the movie's woes. For Klein, this was a career crasher, and he struggled to regain his footing in Hollywood post-"Rollerball."

6. Jennifer Lopez in "Gigli" (2003)

Jennifer Lopez, acclaimed for her work in "Selena" and "Out of Sight," teamed up with then-beau Ben Affleck for the romantic comedy "Gigli." Despite the star power, the movie turned into a cinematic Titanic, sinking without a trace. The plot centered on a low-ranking mobster assigned to kidnap the mentally impaired brother of a powerful prosecutor, but it ended up being as disjointed as it sounds. It's infamous for being one of the worst movies of all time, with a miserable 6% on Rotten Tomatoes. Lopez's once-rising film career took a major hit, prompting her to pivot towards her music and fashion ventures.

7. Halle Berry in "Catwoman" (2004)

Fresh off her Oscar win for "Monster's Ball," Halle Berry signed on for "Catwoman," a film that promised to catapult her to action stardom. However, the movie turned out to be a purrfect disaster. The plot, involving an ancient Egyptian cat goddess and a villainous makeup mogul, was as bizarre as Berry's feline outfit. The film clawed its way to a 8% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with Berry herself jokingly accepting a Razzie award for Worst Actress. While Berry's career didn't completely capsize, the "Catwoman" debacle definitely caused it to wobble.

8. Eddie Murphy in "The Adventures of Pluto Nash" (2002)

Eddie Murphy, known for his comedic genius, couldn't save "The Adventures of Pluto Nash" from becoming a stellar failure. The movie, set in a lunar colony, involved a nightclub owner tangling with the lunar mob a plot as silly as it sounds. The film bombed spectacularly at the box office, earning a chilling 5% on Rotten Tomatoes. Murphy's career went into a slump after the film, and while he made a comeback with "Dreamgirls," the "Pluto Nash" disaster remains a blemish on his illustrious career.

9. Jake Lloyd in "Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace" (1999)

Jake Lloyd, who played young Anakin Skywalker in "Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace," had a promising career ahead. However, the intense backlash from fans and critics put the brakes on his acting journey. Despite grossing over a billion dollars worldwide, the film received a lukewarm 51% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Lloyd, unfortunately, bore the brunt of the criticism, causing him to quit acting and leading to a difficult life away from the limelight.

10. Geena Davis in "Cutthroat Island" (1995)

Following her Oscar win and her star turn in "Thelma & Louise," Geena Davis seemed unstoppable. That is, until she hit the rocky shores of "Cutthroat Island." The pirate-themed adventure, despite having a promising plot and Davis' strong performance, was a box office disaster. Its notorious failure, coupled with a paltry 39% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, led to a downturn in Davis' career. Thankfully, Davis found success on the small screen and continues to be a respected figure in Hollywood.

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THE support act for US music star Lizzo's Belsonic date has been announced this morning.

Kentucky-born R&B artist Tinashe will join the flute-wielding headliner on the bill as a special guest at her Ormeau Park concert tomorrowe night.

The LA-based performer has released five albums to date, most recently 2021's 333, which featured the singles Pasadena and Bouncin'.

Tinashe (30) is also an actress, whose past roles include parts in Two and A Half Men and Avatar: The Last Airbender, and has appeared on the American version of Strictly Come Dancing, Dancing With The Stars.

She can currently be seen on the Fox reality TV series Stars On Mars, "the most realistic celebrity Mars colony simulation ever created",hosted by Star Trek and TJ Hooker legend William Shatner.

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U.S. travelers are expected to visit U.S. destinations more in 2023 than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data from the World Travel and Tourism Council. Thanks in part to rising inflation rates, which make international travel far more difficult to budget for a family, along with the general public's desire to freely move about now that COVID-19 restrictions are fully lifted. Combining that with the plethora of places to choose from when it comes to making your way across America, domestic travel rates went up 30.1% in 2022, and it seems to be on trend to continue its ascent.

With so much to do, however, who could blame someone for wanting to get in the car and leave their cares behind during an epic road trip? For booking that last-minute flight on a whim because the mood seems to strike. The U.S. is home to 424 National Parks, 620 amusement parks, over 35,000 museums, and don't even get us started on how many restaurants there are to try!

As summer approaches, and many are beginning to plot out their itineraries for the road, we wonderedwhich states are the most popular to visit by U.S. tourists? Using data from YouGov to determine what states Americans are visiting, Stacker has ranked the top 25 by the percentage of U.S. adults who have already made a visit. Check the rankings to see if your next destination is among these popular choices, or find your next adventure as you scroll.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 30%

In a state full of early American history, Oklahoma City visitors can take the opportunity to learn about the state's 39 Native American nations in Oklahoma by visiting the First Americans Museum. Tulsa's museum Greenwood Rising tells visitors about the city's Black neighborhood, Greenwood, a once-historic space known as a freedom colony after slavery was abolished. The area, lauded as Black Wall Street, was infamously bombed in 1921 during an incident known as the Tulsa Race Massacre.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 30%

Travelers who like visiting the cultural landmarks listed among the bevy of UNESCO World Heritage sites can see more here than in any other U.S. state. In order to achieve UNESCO World Heritage status, a place must be a work of human genius, contain superlative natural phenomena, or any of the eight other requirements on the qualifications list. The sites located in New Mexico, such as Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, and Taos Pueblo all manage to fit the criteria!

Percentage of US adults who have been: 30%

While Missouri may be most well known for the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, many are unaware upon first glance that the museum housed beneath the landmark is full of history about the "Show Me State" including how it got the nickname. Don't be fooled though, Missouri offers so much more. Branson, for example, is known as the "Live Entertainment Capital of the World" per their tourism site because of the amount of entertainment that is accessible at any given time, and the state has six national parks you can visit.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 30%

Michigan offers a mixture of natural beauty, history, and culture all wrapped up in one state. Visitors often make their way to Detroit to visit the Motown Museum, where curators pay homage to a form of music that, in essence, created the blueprint for all other music to follow. Home to four of the Great Lakes (Erie, Superior, Huron, and Michigan) travelers can also enjoy a car-free adventureincluding a side trip to Mackinac Island, home to Arch Rock. On top of that, the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor offers a huge list of attractions from the University of Michigan Museum of Arts, to the Museum of Natural History Planetarium.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 31%

There are some places that make you feel like you've stepped back in time and Louisiana is one of them. It is known for having a multitude of plantations, with at least 14 still open to visit, but they also represent a painful chapter of enslaved people in the state's history. New Orleans is home to the French Quarter, known for jazz on Bourbon Street, shimmery beads during Mardi Gras, and some of the best beignets you can find. Grand Isle is known as a "sportsman's paradise" with amazing fishing spots that offer unencumbered views of the Gulf of Mexico. Plus, if you've always wanted to delve a little deeper into understanding Voodoo, an African diasporic religion, there are plenty of places to dive in.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 34%

Travelers can walk through part of the world's longest-known cave system in Mammoth Cave National Park. With more than 400 miles of explored caves and nearly 53,000 acres of land to explore, you can spend a whole day there and not even notice. If you're in more of a sporty mood, you can head north to Louisville for river cruises, horse racing at Churchill Downs, and baseball nostalgia at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 34%

Massachusetts is the kind of state where the kid in you can come out and play! Baseball fans will feel right at home in Boston's Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox and the oldest ballpark of any Major League Baseball team. Fans can surround themselves with the peanuts and Cracker Jacks as the stadium is open for tours all year round. In the fall, Salem, Massachusetts, becomes the state's focal point as a popular destination to celebrate Halloweenand no wonder, considering the town's history! The infamous Salem Witch Trials took place in the state, a time when religious persecution and fear allowed women to be burned at the stake if they were found to be witches. Speaking of American history, you can also visit Plymouth Rock, known as the landing spot of the Mayflower.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 36%

Winter sports are definitely the draw when it comes to the popularity of Colorado, or at least one of the big ones thanks to the Rocky Mountains as the state's backdrop. Aspen, Vail, and Breckenridge are some of the most well-known ski towns in the country. Colorado is also home to one of the most amazing outdoor amphitheaters, Red Rocks, which gets world-class musical acts on a constant basis and is housed within a natural rock formation. For history fans, the Chicano Movement was a heavy influence on the landscape of the state, and you can visit the Chicano Humanities and Art Council Gallery to learn about the rich history of the 60s and 70s.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 38%

When you think of white sand beaches you might not necessarily think of anywhere statesidebut that's where South Carolina comes in to prove you wrong. The state has a bevy of beaches, including the popular family tourist attraction Myrtle Beach, which offers 60 miles of white sand and a fantastic boardwalk full of carnival rides, games, and delicious food. Speaking of the cuisine, culinary tourists can head to Charleston, which is known for making a killer bowl of shrimp and grits. For a sweet treat, the brown sugar and butter explosion known as Charleston chewies is the local favorite. Both of these borrow heavily from the influence of the Gullah Geechee, descendants of West and Central Africa forced upon the lands during the trade of enslaved people, and who have been well known for preserving and maintaining their cultural heritage.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 38%

Maryland is another state well-loved for its seafood dishes, but here crab is king. Travelers will find plenty of unique local dishes, including Maryland Crab Soup, Smith Island Cake, and stuffed ham. Travelers can also make their way to Baltimore, where you can find everything from the National Aquarium, to the Baltimore Museum of Art, and Oriole Park to spend a day traversing.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 39%

Lucky be a lady in Nevada, or at least she does in its most famous city, "Sin City" Las Vegas, Known as the kind of destination where what happens there, stays there, you can hit the Strip for gambling, fine dining and residency shows that alternate throughout the season. If the bright lights of the big city aren't your thing, Nevada also has spectacular natural attractions like Red Rock Canyon and Lake Tahoe.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 39%

Ohio is full of family-friendly stops, like Cleveland's Great Lakes Science Center and the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Tourists can head out of town to learn about a different way of life with a visit to Amish country, where you can learn about what life is like without technology.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 40%

Nashville, Tennessee, is where country music and bachelorette parties meet in the lively downtown honky-tonks. Head west to Memphis for the soulful sounds of blues music on Beale Street. If you're looking for a strong drink, the Tennessee Whiskey Trail is home to at least 30 distilleries open for a visit.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 40%

Boardwalk and beach lovers get both along the Jersey Shore, which is far more entertaining than what the MTV series made it seem like. In fact, it's known for being a well-loved family destination, especially in Ocean City, which is known as an alcohol-free city. Gamblers can try their luck by heading north to the casinos in Atlantic City, home to the first boardwalk built in the world.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 41%

The natural red-rock formation known as the Grand Canyon may be Arizona's top stop, but Arizona has many natural feats to admire. Saguaro National Park protects the state's majestic cacti, as well as the petroglyphs left behind by the Hohokam tribe. Guided tours in Antelope Canyon can feel like hiking through another world, with canyons and formations that look more like they belong on Mars than in America.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 42%

North Carolina is a regular pit stop for racing fans. Charlotte's NASCAR Hall of Fame not only tells the history of the sport but puts visitors in the driver's seat in its racing simulators. Those who want off the roads and into the great outdoors can make their way to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, full of lush forests, wildflowers, and waterfalls as far as the eye can see.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 42%

Outdoor lovers have plenty to choose from between Virginia's Atlantic Ocean beaches and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Literary fans can enjoy the Poe Museum in Richmond, dedicated to one of the United States' most famous writers and a tragic tale in literary history, Edgar Allen Poe. Fans of history can visit the sites for the Battle of Yorktown, the last battle of the Revolutionary War, as well as the colonial town of Williamsburg known as the world's largest living history museum.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 43%

Foodies have many options in Illinois' biggest city, Chicago, from the city's deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs to upscale dining from award-winning chefs. Tourists and locals alike flock to the lakefront in the summer, when the weather is ideal. The state is also known for playing a heavy role in the Underground Railroad, and in Alton, you can partake in either driving or walking tours that guide you along some of the most important landmarks.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 46%

Atlanta's film and music industries make Georgia's capital city an entertainment hub. You can take a tour of Tyler Perry's massive production studio, or catch a glimpse of The Dungeon, the studio where Outkast recorded their albums. Tourists who want a more relaxing pace choose Savannah's historic downtown and coastal living.

Percentage of U.S. adults who have been: 48%

Head to Philadelphia to bring a U.S. history lesson to life, with visits to Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Benjamin Franklin Museum. Art lovers can hop over to Pittsburgh to The Andy Warhol Museum, home to the largest collection of Warhol art and archives. You can also get your fill of chocolate as Pennsylvania is the home of Hershey's Chocolate World.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 52%

Trips to Texas leave a lot of ground to cover, from Space Center Houston for NASA lovers, to the Alamo in San Antonio for history buffs, and Big Bend National Park's limestone cliffs in the western part of the state. Fans of live entertainment can also make their way to Austin for SXSW every March for a week-long festival and conference centering around music, arts, technology, and culture.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 54%

Considering this state can take nearly 12 hours to drive the full length of it, it comes as no surprise that there are tons of sights to see in California. Los Angeles is known as the home of Hollywood, the rich and famous, and of course the neighbor to Anaheim's Disneyland. San Francisco offers a wealth of culture with the de Young Museum, Museum of the African Diaspora, and the Mission Cultural Center of Latino Arts. Sacramento, the state's capital, is a burgeoning city recently voted by Forbes as the top place to live in the state and is home to the California State Fair. That doesn't include the nine state parks like Joshua Tree, Yosemite, and more.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 55%

The city that never sleeps is also the city that brings the most visitors to the state of New York. First-time U.S. and international tourists love to visit Times Square, catch a Broadway show, and eat a New York slice of pizza. Music lovers can take walking tours that show you the birthplace of punk in Greenwich Village and the East Village or the birthplace of hip-hop in Harlem. Not to mention the city's countless museums, galleries, live music venues, and more.

Percentage of US adults who have been: 61%

For countless families, a visit to Orlando's Disney World makes a childhood, or adulthood, dream come true. Florida's pristine beaches also make it the top-ranked state for a trip in the U.S. Everglades National Park offers a great day trip for families, and if you happen to have a birdwatcher in your family, the wetlands in the park are home to the largest breeding ground for tropical wading birds in North America.

Data reporting by Lucas Hicks. Story editing by Olivia Monahan. Copy editing by Robert Wickwire. Photo selection by Lacy Kerrick.

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The year is 2023. About 1% of people own most of the worlds wealth. And nearly 250 years after the French Revolution, instead of the working class maiming and violently threatening the bourgeoisie, the bourgeoisie are violently threatening to maim each other.

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Within days of Tesla CEO and 51-year-old serial divorc Elon Musk proclaiming that hes up for a cage match against Metas Mark Zuckerberg, Zuckerberg responded in kind, posting a screenshot on Wednesday of Musks tweet with the caption send me location. Those are fighting words from a man who, last we heard from him, allegedly fell asleep during a jiu-jitsu match.

Haha, I thought, upon reading about this back-and-forth between the two billionaires, very funny. Except, by Wednesday evening, The Verge reported that Zuckerberg is dead serious, and its increasingly looking like its too late for either of these clowns to back down now that a third toxic man has entered the chat: Early Thursday morning, Andrew Tate, who faces rape and human trafficking charges and is under house arrest in Romania, offered to personally train Musk for his Las Vegas Octagon fight with the Facebook guy.

Meta banned me everywhere for telling the truth about vaccines. But now we can restore honour with a strike at the enemy clans leader, Tate, a former competitive kickboxer, tweeted in the early morning hours. I will train you @elonmusk. You will not lose.

Mind you, Metaand pretty much every mainstream social media platformbanned Tate for many reasons, which certainly include hate speech, as his content routinely dehumanized or even incited violence against women. Twitter is naturally Tates last remaining safe space, because Musk, who owns the website, would never act against the white nationalists with 12 followers whose approval he needs more desperately than relationships with his 10 children.

Musk has yet to respond to Tates offer, although engaging with it absolutely sounds like something he would do (he and Tate have a few things in common.) But the Tesla CEO has given little indication of how serious he isif at allbeyond jokes about sitting on Zuckerberg and laughing emojis at Twitter Blue users tweets. But Zuckerberg, an aspiring MMA fighter who apparently whooped an Uber engineers ass in the jiu-jitsu ring earlier this year, seems determined to make this happen.

Zuckerberg certainly has the training, but Musk has the size advantage. Still, while Musk has boasted about being in real hard-core street fights whilst growing up in South Africa (where his family part-owned an emerald mine), other stories offer a, err, conflicting account of his fighting prowess in his youth.

I am rooting for neither of these known wealth hoarders, who could be doing literally anything else with their time and money while the world burnsunless, of course, Musk does seek Tates coaching. Then I am decidedly on the side that isnt getting help from an alleged rapist.

But really, there can be no winners here. The three men involved in this kerfuffle are the dweeb who killed newspapers, a transphobe conspiracy theorist whose own daughter doesnt want to be related to him, and a misogynist influencer accused of sex trafficking. We can only hope that whoever is declared victorious in this little scrape receives a one-way, complimentary trip to Teslas space colony on Mars. The loser should receive the same.

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Pedro Pascal, the talented and beloved actor known for his roles in The Last of Us and The Mandalorian, has gained a new title Americas father. While he might not have directly responded to William Shatner, its safe to say that Pascal is honored to be called daddy by the man who made Star Trek a success. But Shatner isnt the only one to use this endearing nickname for the actor; it has become quite a trend among fans and even celebrities like Sarah Michelle Gellar.

At 48 years old, Pedro Pascal has played several paternal figures on screen. His character Din Djarin, also known as the Mandalorian, has become a guiding light and protector for Grogu in the Star Wars universe. The relationship between these characters has touched the hearts of many fans, sparking debates about whether Joel, Pascals character in The Last of Us, serves as a good father to Ellie.

Speaking of William Shatner, the actor has been enjoying significant screen time on TV through his role in Stars On Mars. This has left fans wondering if he might make a return to the Star Trek universe. However, Shatner has expressed his opinion that franchise creator Gene Roddenberry would be displeased with the modern productions, which might limit his future involvement in the franchise. Despite this, Shatner appears content with his current endeavors.

If youre eager to catch more of William Shatner, be sure to tune in to Stars On Mars airing on Fox every Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET. The show features celebrities who attempt to survive on a simulated Mars colony, providing an exciting and unique viewing experience.

While Pedro Pascals response to William Shatner remains unknown, it is evident that being called daddy by such an iconic figure is a true honor. Pascal, along with his fellow actors, continues to captivate audiences and receive recognition for their remarkable performances. Perhaps we will see more heartfelt interactions between Pascal and other beloved celebrities in the future.

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