Arts & Entertainment

‘Fantastic Beasts 2’ trailer gives first look at young Dumbledore

the film hits theaters on Nov. 18

Published

8 years ago

March 14, 2018

Mariah Cooper

Jude Law as Dumbledore in ‘Fantastic Beasts 2’ (Screenshot courtesy of YouTube)

“Fantastic Beasts 2: The Crimes of Grindelwald” has released its first trailer which introduces young Albus Dumbledore for the first time.

Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) returns for the sequel which shows the aftermath of Grindelwald’s capture from the first film. Newt leaves New York City with his love interest Porpetina Goldstein (Katherine Waterson) and the duo travel to Paris.

Hogwarts makes its first “Fantastic Beasts” appearance as Dumbledore is seen trying to help Newt fight Grindelwald (Johnny Depp).

Writer J.K. Rowling has stated that Dumbledore is gay and was in love with his former friend Grindelwald. However, some fans were upset that Dumbledore wouldn’t be portrayed as gay in the film.

“Fantastic Beasts 2” hits theaters on Nov. 18.

Watch below.

Related Topics:Dumbledore Fantastic Beasts 2 Fantastic Beasts 2: The Crimes of Grindelwald Harry Potter Jude Law

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‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay

Games to take place next month in Italy

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22 hours ago

January 23, 2026

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(Photo courtesy of Crave HBO Max)

“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.

HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.

The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.

Bars & Parties

Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

Published

24 hours ago

January 23, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

(Photo by New Africa/Bigstock)

Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.

Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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1 day ago

January 23, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.

The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.