This Day in History:, Nelson Mandela Is
Inaugurated in South Africa.
May 10, 1994.
Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela had
been a political prisoner in
South Africa for 27 years.
In 1964, under the racist regime
of apartheid instituted by the National Party.
Mandela had been convicted
and sentenced to life in prison
on charges of sabotage,
treason and conspiracy.
While in prison, Mandela's resolve
was steadfast and he continued to
be the symbolic leader of the
anti-apartheid movement.
Released by South African president
F.W. de Klerk on February 11, 1990,
Mandela led negotiations for the end of apartheid.
Four years later, 22 million
South Africans would turn out
to vote for Mandela, electing him
the first black president of South Africa
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Timothée Chalamet Signs Multi-Year , First Look Deal With Warner Bros.
The 'Dune' and 'Wonka' star recently became the first actor in over 40 years "to star in the top two domestic-grossing films released in
an 8-month period," Deadline reports. .
The 'Dune' and 'Wonka' star recently became the first actor in over 40 years "to star in the top two domestic-grossing films released in
an 8-month period," Deadline reports. .
Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group co-Chairs
and CEOs Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy hammered out the company's newest multi-year
first look film deal with the Oscar nominee. .
Over the last few years, we
have admired not only Timothée’s
commitment to his craft, which
is evident in the range and
depth of his varied roles, , Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
... but also his unwavering
dedication to give 100% of his
time and attention to every
project he has made here at
Warner Bros. and elsewhere. , Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
His collaboration on the campaigns
for 'Dune' and 'Wonka' is something
we all enjoyed immensely, and
the results speak for themselves. , Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
We continue to build for the future
of the theatrical film business at
Warner Bros. Discovery and are
thrilled Timothée has chosen our
studio to be his creative home, Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
Chalamet also issued a statement.
Working with Mike De Luca, Pam Abdy
and their teams on 'Wonka' and 'Dune'
over these last few years has been
a deeply rewarding experience. , Timothée Chalamet, via statement.
These are studio heads who believe
in real movie making, and I’m so
grateful for their support as an
actor, producer and collaborator. , Timothée Chalamet, via statement.
This partnership feels like a
natural next step. Let’s go!, Timothée Chalamet, via statement.
'Dune: Part Two' has grossed over $575 million worldwide so far. 'Wonka' grossed $632 million.
'Dune: Part Two' has grossed over $575 million worldwide so far. 'Wonka' grossed $632 million.
Chalamet is currently filming 'A Complete Unknown,' starring as Bob Dylan and serving as a producer.
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