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BACK in the 80s and early 90s, this movie star was known for huge blockbuster films, and was one of the biggest names in Hollywood.

Sadly, in 1991, the actor’s beloved wife died and he started to take a step back from the limelight and eventually quit fame – but now the 72-year-old star is making his big comeback.

Rick Moranis, famed for 80s films like Ghostbusters, thrilled fans when he made a rare appearance at CinemaCon 2026.

The much-loved actor was spotted at the big event with the cast of the Spaceballs sequel as he prepares for his return to the big screen.

It was announced last year that the Canadian actor would be reprising his role as Dark Helmet.

The original movie, which is a spoof of Star Wars, came out in 1987 and starred many notable names, including Mel Brooks, Daphne Zuniga, Bill Pullman, the late John Candy, and Joan Rivers, among others.

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Many of Rick’s former co-stars have returned for the sequel, such as Mel, Daphne, Bill, and George Wyner.

There are also several new faces among the cast, including Josh Gad and Keke Palmer.

The cast joined Rick at a panel event to promote the movie at CinemaCon.

Despite the star rarely being seen in the last three decades, the actor hasn’t changed much in appearance.

The Flintstones star wore his trademark round-framed glasses, which he was famed for in his iconic movies.

Other than Spaceballs, Rick starred in many successful films in the 1980s and 1990s, including Honey, I Shrunk the Kids and its sequels, and playing Barney in The Flintstones.

Sadly, Rick started to take a step back from Hollywood when his wife, Anne Belsky, passed away from breast cancer in 1991.

During the 90s, he slowly started to quit fame to focus on parenting his two children.

Although Rick hasn’t been seen on screen, he hasn’t entirely distanced himself from acting.

He lent his voice to several animated projects over the years, including Disney‘s Brother Bear in 2003, and its sequel, Brother Bear 2, in 2006.

Rick’s voice also appeared in a 2018 episode of The Goldbergs and a 2020 episode of the Disney+ docuseries Prop Culture.

However, he hasn’t appeared in a live-action film since Disney’s Honey, I Shrunk Ourselves, which was released directly to video in 1997.

But Rick is now set to be back on the big screen, with production for Spaceballs 2 underway.

The hotly-anticipated sequel is set to hit cinemas in 2027.

MAYA Jama transformed into a sexy weather girl and 80s newsreader for a stunning new advert.

The Love Island host, 31, today thrilled fans with her latest look, which saw her wear a striking blonde wig.

Maya is currently building her empire, and her bank balance, which includes working with huge brands like Gordon’s Gin and Dolce and Gabbana.

Today, the A-list star, who is dating Man City defender Ruben Dias, revealed she had teamed up with drinks company, Joe & The Juice.

For the advert, Maya dressed up as a sexy 80s newsreader, and was seen in a blonde wig sipping on a matcha tea.

The star wore a racy white wrap dress with blue trim, that showed off her tiny waist.

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In another picture for the brand, Maya was a weathergirl.

The presenter was seen in front of a map wearing a pink and black dress, which revealed her long legs.

For this striking look Maya wore a straight dark bob wig.

Commenting on the star’s latest look, one fan said: “This is so iconic!”

Another added: “Love this!”

This latest venture is just one of many lucrative deals that the presenter has under her belt.

It’s fair to say life couldn’t be better for Maya right now, as one of the most sought after British celebrities.

The Sun recently revealed how the star is enjoying a career surge thanks to a series of “canny” moves.

A source said: “Just when you think Maya’s hit her ceiling, a new mad move comes along.

“She’s had the best year ever and seems untouchable right now.”

Maya’s career soared when she landed the plum job of hosting Love Island in 2022.

Staying loyal to the ITV2 reality show has kept her relevant with young, online audiences and taken her global as host of international Love Island Games, which features contestants from a variety of countries.

The Sun revealed last month that Maya has been confirmed as host of Love Island’s summer series.

Speaking to Variety in January, the host said: “I have no plans to leave yet.

“Before I started Love Island, I would say you can get what you need out of a show in two years, and then you move on.

“That was always kind of what I had in the back of my mind.

“But with a show like Love Island, it just feels like it keeps growing and I’d be silly to leave now.

“It’s not my whole life and it’s fun, so as long as I enjoy it, I’ll keep it up.”

A recent poll of Sun readers revealed Maya was their favourite aspect of the show, with 74 per cent stating they “loved” her as host.

A MAJOR band from the eighties have revealed that they won’t be performing live on stage again.

It comes nearly two years after the group sparked reunion rumours when they met up together in New York after attending the Brit Awards.

Erasure were responsible for some utterly iconic tunes back in their day, many of which have stood the test of time.

But now they’ve revealed that they have already performed their final gig.

Speaking to The New Cue newsletter, Erasure’s Vince Clarke spoke about the decision to stop touring and how it wasn’t an easy choice.

Vince was asked: “What’s the bravest career decision you’ve ever made?,” in an interview with the outlet.

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To which Vince responded: “To stop touring.”

He then continued to explain the reasoning behind the decision in more depth.

Vince elaborated: “What happened was [Erasure singer] Andy Bell and myself, we did these fan shows before Christmas and they were great but…

“It’s difficult to explain… the simple answer would be is I just don’t want to be really old and going onstage!

“I just don’t want to do it anymore.”

Vince and Andy sent fans rushing to conclusions of a reunion years ago after posting a vague post online with the caption: “plotting and planning.”

The news thrilled fans on X, who immediately started speculating what they had up their sleeves. 

“Let’s GO! Gotta see Erasure again live soon, it’s been way too long!” wrote one fan. 

“So thrilled you two are still working together all these years later,” said a second.

A third noted: “New album? Would kill for a follow up to Erasure” 

Erasure released their debut album Wonderland in 1985, and in the following year they broke into the UK charts with their single, Sometimes. 

Since that time, they have released a staggering 19 albums, with their last being 2022’s Day-Glo.

They won Best British Group at the 1989 Brit Awards, with other hit tracks including A Little Respect, Always, Chains of Love and Breath of Life.

Andy went on to have a successful solo career, while Vince Clarke had previously been a founding member of two more iconic bands, Depeche Mode and Yazoo.