News about Judy Blume

Outrage as Idaho libraries BAN children and demand visitors show ID if they are under 30

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 7, 2024
A sign in the Idaho Falls Public Library, with a huge stop symbol, informed patrons they would need to show photo ID if they were under 30. Children could only enter if they had an unrestricted library card signifying their parents were happy with them browsing alone, or be accompanied by a parent who 'must sign an affidavit every time you come to the library'. 'Idaho: where a 13 year old is forced to carry out pregnancy but can't go to the library,' one critic wrote.

Are You There God?It's Me, Margaret actress Abby Ryder Fortson admits she hadn't seen ANY Rachel McAdams films before they starred together as mother and daughter

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 18, 2024
Abby, 15, had not even met her on-screen mother until the day before they began filming for Judy Blume's famous book. Abby revealed exclusively to DailyMail.com that she only saw Rachel's breakout role in smash-hit comedy Mean Girls (2004), late last year, as she finally got a chance to find out why her costar was universally praised for her role as Regina George, the film's antagonist. "Messima, my brother, and I all sat down in November to finally watch Mean Girls.' Since my brother was ten years old, we had to explain a few things that I don't think he knew about before, which was quite amusing. It was such a comedic, amusing film. She was so sweet.' Barbara, mother of Abby's 11-year-old Margaret, plays Barbara, Barbara.

Lionsgate hires Dylan Mulvaney to promote struggling 'Are You There God?It's Me, Margaret' film

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 17, 2023
Controversial influencer Dylan Mulvaney has been added to the promotional campaign for Lionsgate's struggling adaptation of Judy Blume's seminal novel 'Are You There God? Me, Margaret.' Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates star in the film about the title character's pubescent years in New Jersey, but the film, which tells the tale of the title character's pubescent years in New Jersey, hasn't farewell at the box office, earning only $16 million in three weeks. Despite the films' 99 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes, as well as a 94 percent audience score, the film hasn't come close to refunding its $30 million investment. That has caused Lionsgate to bring out 'a last-minute paid engagement to bring more attention to the film,' with Mulvaney delivering an interview with legendary author Blume on TikTok.

CALLAHAN: Judy Blume, a free-speech ner, has bowed to trans activists and betrayed JK Rowling

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 18, 2023
Judy Blume of CalcaHa has done the unthinkable: she has bowed to the awakened crowd. She is, it appears, afraid of trans activists, eighty-five years old, a self-identified 'activ feminist' and lifelong campaigner for free expression. Afraid of being branded a TERF. Blume stepped back on her remarks one day after being interviewed in a UK newspaper in which she expressed her love for JK Rowling. Women like me are mourning this moment, because Blume was not only for her books but also for her bravery. She wrote about what happens when you first get your first period, your first crushes, and loves, as well as losing your virginity. For that, she was sluggish as a smut peddler, a pornographer bent on destabilizing America's youth - including girls in particular.

After saying she is '100 percent behind' J.K. Rowling, Judy Blume confirms she supports the trans community

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 17, 2023
Judy Blume (left), the bestselling children's author, has reiterated that she 'completely supports the trans community' after being attacked for saying she is '100 percent' behind Harry Potter writer J.K. Rowling (right). Blume, 85, who is known for young adult novels Are You There God? Me, Margaret and Deenie, said she wanted to express sympathy with Rowling as someone "who has been harassed online." In a tweet (inset) today defending herself against criticism she received for the interview, the New Jersey-born author said her remarks to the Sunday Times were 'taken out of context.' "I stand with the trans community and vehemently disagree with anyone who does not endorse equality and recognition for LGBTQIA+ individuals.' Rowling has been widely chastised in recent years for her remarks about trans rights, which have retaliation from LGBTQ organizations, but she has denied being transphobic.'

Judy Blume, 85, shares secrets to her groundbreaking career and staying young

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 12, 2023
Judy Blume, a bestselling author, has spoken out about her remarkable work and life. Speaking to People magazine, the writer - whose book Are You There God? It's Me Margaret that's being adapted for film, and she has more to do at 85 years old. "I don't know what 85 means," she said. However, I suspect there's a lot more to do than I expected. "I love doing this."

When discussing a Nashville school shooting, Jenna Bush Hager weeps

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 28, 2023
On Tuesday, Bush Hager, 41, outlined the shooting and death with her co-star Hoda Kotb, the day after six people, including three children, were shot and killed inside The Covenant School. The Today host condemned the fact that we as a nation are worried about giving our children Judy Blume, but I am not concerned about sending our children to schools where they are not safe.' Mila, nine, Poppy, seven, and Hal, three, with her husband Henry Hager. 'I just don't know what has happened to a world that I know you love and that I love,' she told Kotb.

Abby Ryder Fortson: Teen star set to outshine Hollywood heavyweights Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 18, 2023
Abby Ryder Fortson, a 14-year-old teen actress, will appear in Judy Blume's popular novel as the beloved titular character. Cassie Lang, the young actress best known for her role in Marvel's Ant-Man movie, is best known for her role. Fortson, the niece of actor John Fortson and actress Christie Lynn Smith, was previously named one of the 'Top 30 Actors Under the Age of 18.' In the new film, having worked with Hollywood stars including Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lily, the young starlet will be seen sharing the screen with heavyweights Kathy Bates and Rachel McAdams.

Are You There God?It's Me Margaret first official trailer: Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates star

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 12, 2023
Hollywood heavyweights Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates star alongside each other in the new trailer for Are You There God? Me Margaret. In Lionsgate's recently released teaser, the two actors, 44 and 74 respectively, display their superb acting chops. Abby Ryder Fortson, 14, is included in the coming-of-age adaptation, based on Judy Blume's book.

Charlamagne tha God poses with Judy Blume, 84, at screening of Are You There God?It's Me, Margaret

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 12, 2023
Charlamagne tha God teamed up with young adult author Judy Blume on Wednesday at a screening of the upcoming film adaptation of Are You There God?It's Me, Margaret? in New York City. During a film screening at the Crosby Street Hotel, the 84-year-old writer wrapped an arm around the 44-year-old radio show host. While posing next to Judy, she read a chapter from her classic 1970 book before joining NBC's Jenna Bush Hager, 41, for a fireside chat.