Weekly Pop Culture Recap: Donatella Versace has resigned as Versace’s Chief Creative Officer, BLACKPINK’s Lisa is branching out with her graphic novel, ALTER-EGO.

A week of major shifts and fresh projects! Get the latest scoop in this week’s pop culture recap.

This week has been full of interesting changes and updates. There have been some big shifts and exciting moves that have caught everyone’s attention. Let’s take a look at what’s been happening this week!

Donatella Versace’s Departure

Donatella Versace, 69, has stepped down as Chief Creative Officer of Versace after nearly three decades due to disputes over declining sales. She will transition to the role of Chief Brand Ambassador effective April 1, 2025, and is restricted from using her family name for future ventures. Dario Vitale, formerly the Design and Image Director at Miu Miu, will replace her as the new Creative Director. 

Donatella will now focus on supporting Versace’s philanthropic efforts and promoting the brand globally, while Dario Vitale aims to preserve Versace’s legacy while embracing modern innovation. 

BLACKPINK’s Lisa Expands Creative Horizons with Graphic Novel ALTER-EGO

Lisa from BLACKPINK has launched her own comic brand, Lalisa Comics, in partnership with Zero Zero Entertainment, releasing a 56-page graphic novel titled ALTER-EGO: The Official Comic alongside her debut solo album, Alter Ego. Created by Lisa and illustrated by Japanese artist Minomiyabi, the comic follows five alter egos—Roxi, Kiki, Vixi, Sunni, and Speedi—each representing different aspects of Lisa’s personality. The storyline features Vixi trapped in a virtual reality nightmare by bullies, with her friends stepping in to rescue her. Available for pre-order on the Lalisa Comics website, the release demonstrates Lisa’s creative expansion beyond music.

Frank & Eileen Launches “House of Frank & Eileen” with Julianne Moore

Frank & Eileen, a woman-owned and led fashion brand, has introduced the House of Frank & Eileen, a community design initiative collaborating with iconic women. The inaugural collection features “Waverly,” superluxe button-up co-created with award-winning actress and author Julianne Moore. This collaboration reflects Frank & Eileen’s commitment to authenticity and celebrates female entrepreneurship..

In a conversation about the partnership, Moore described her personal style as modern, easy, and fairly monochromatic, influenced by her profession’s frequent costumes and red carpet appearances. She found common ground with Frank & Eileen’s founder, Audrey, noting shared values of devotion to family and work, and a mutual appreciation for authenticity.

Lily Allen’s Musical Comeback

After a seven-year hiatus since her 2018 album “No Shame,” British singer Lily Allen is preparing a return to music. She’s collaborating with Grammy-winning producer Greg Kurstin, known for their previous hits like “Smile” and “The Fear.” Major labels, including BMG, have shown interest in her new material. Allen has also been active with her podcast “Miss Me?” and is set to star in the play “Hedda” at the Theatre Royal in Bath. Additionally, she’s developing a new musical but plans to focus on her current commitments before releasing new music.

All We Imagine as Light’ Triumphs at Asian Film Awards

Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia’s “All We Imagine as Light” won Best Film at the Asian Film Awards. The movie, which previously won the Grand Prix at Cannes, continues to receive international acclaim.

Passing of Oscar-Winning Producer Stanley Jaffe

Stanley Jaffe, renowned for producing films like “Kramer vs. Kramer,” “Fatal Attraction,” and “The Accused,” has died at 84. His work earned him an Academy Award, and he held leadership roles at Paramount Pictures.

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