The nominees for the 2024 Drama League Awards were announced April 22, 2024, by Vanessa Williams and past Drama League winner Bebe Neuwirth. Winners will be announced during the 90th Annual Drama League Awards ceremony at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on Friday, May 17.
These kudos honor both Broadway and Off-Broadway productions and are famous for their catch-all acting category, the Distinguished Performance Award. An actor can only win it once in their career. After they have won, they can never be nominated again. This year, a whopping 54 performers are nominated.
See 2024 Tony Awards eligibility rulings (round 2): ‘Appropriate’ is officially a revival, ‘The Notebook’ actors split up
The expansive production categories mean that many Tony Awards hopefuls heard their name called this morning. Ten Broadway musicals were nominated in the Outstanding Production of a Musical race. Notable omissions include “Back to the Future: The Musical,” “The Great Gatsby” and critical darling “Days of Wine and Roses...
These kudos honor both Broadway and Off-Broadway productions and are famous for their catch-all acting category, the Distinguished Performance Award. An actor can only win it once in their career. After they have won, they can never be nominated again. This year, a whopping 54 performers are nominated.
See 2024 Tony Awards eligibility rulings (round 2): ‘Appropriate’ is officially a revival, ‘The Notebook’ actors split up
The expansive production categories mean that many Tony Awards hopefuls heard their name called this morning. Ten Broadway musicals were nominated in the Outstanding Production of a Musical race. Notable omissions include “Back to the Future: The Musical,” “The Great Gatsby” and critical darling “Days of Wine and Roses...
- 4/22/2024
- by Sam Eckmann
- Gold Derby
Festival, Market
The first edition of India’s Cinevesture International Film Festival and market will feature a range of masterclasses and panels headlined by a range of luminaries including filmmakers Shekhar Kapur (“What’s Love Got to Do with It?”) and Karan Johar (“Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani”).
The lineup also includes actors Jaideep Ahlawat (“Paatal Lok”), Roshan Mathew (“Paradise”), Suvinder Vicky (“Kohrra”), Rajshri Deshpande (“Trial by Fire”), Boman Irani (“Dunki”), Rasika Dugal (“Mirzapur”), Abhay Deol (“Trial by Fire”), actor-producers Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal (“Girls Will be Girls”), filmmakers Tahira Kashyap (“Sharmajee Ki Beti”), Sudhir Mishra (“Tanaav”), Ajitpal Singh (“Tabbar”), Anurag Singh (“Kesri”) and Saugata Mukherjee, head of content at streamer SonyLiv.
As previously announced, the India premieres of France’s “The Taste of Things” and Korea’s “Exhuma” will open and close the festival. Former Cannes film market director Jerome Paillard, Indian actor and producer Rana Daggubati and...
The first edition of India’s Cinevesture International Film Festival and market will feature a range of masterclasses and panels headlined by a range of luminaries including filmmakers Shekhar Kapur (“What’s Love Got to Do with It?”) and Karan Johar (“Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani”).
The lineup also includes actors Jaideep Ahlawat (“Paatal Lok”), Roshan Mathew (“Paradise”), Suvinder Vicky (“Kohrra”), Rajshri Deshpande (“Trial by Fire”), Boman Irani (“Dunki”), Rasika Dugal (“Mirzapur”), Abhay Deol (“Trial by Fire”), actor-producers Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal (“Girls Will be Girls”), filmmakers Tahira Kashyap (“Sharmajee Ki Beti”), Sudhir Mishra (“Tanaav”), Ajitpal Singh (“Tabbar”), Anurag Singh (“Kesri”) and Saugata Mukherjee, head of content at streamer SonyLiv.
As previously announced, the India premieres of France’s “The Taste of Things” and Korea’s “Exhuma” will open and close the festival. Former Cannes film market director Jerome Paillard, Indian actor and producer Rana Daggubati and...
- 3/26/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Stars like Katie Holmes, Alan Cumming, and Rose Byrne are all joining Broadway’s best talent in supporting the Roundabout Theatre Company!
The three stars – who have all starred on Broadway themselves – stepped out for the 2024 Roundabout Theatre Company Gala on Monday night (March 4) at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.
The event honored director Kenny Leon with the Jason Robards Award for Excellence in Theatre and The Rudin Family with the Ovation Award for Excellence in Philanthropy. These awards are given to those who have made an indelible impact on both theatre and Roundabout.
Oscar winner Ariana DeBose gave a special concert performance at the gala.
Head inside to see all of the attendees at the gala…
Keep scrolling to see all of the celebs who attended…
Katie Holmes
Jim Parsons and husband Todd Spiewak
Kelsey Grammer
Matt Dillon
Rose Byrne
Vanessa Williams
Anna Chlumsky
Richard Kind
Alan...
The three stars – who have all starred on Broadway themselves – stepped out for the 2024 Roundabout Theatre Company Gala on Monday night (March 4) at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.
The event honored director Kenny Leon with the Jason Robards Award for Excellence in Theatre and The Rudin Family with the Ovation Award for Excellence in Philanthropy. These awards are given to those who have made an indelible impact on both theatre and Roundabout.
Oscar winner Ariana DeBose gave a special concert performance at the gala.
Head inside to see all of the attendees at the gala…
Keep scrolling to see all of the celebs who attended…
Katie Holmes
Jim Parsons and husband Todd Spiewak
Kelsey Grammer
Matt Dillon
Rose Byrne
Vanessa Williams
Anna Chlumsky
Richard Kind
Alan...
- 3/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Impact Network is rebranding from a faith and gospel-focused multiplatform channel to a family-friendly lifestyle entertainment channel focused on Black audiences.
Founded in 2010 by Bishop Wayne T. Jackson and wife Beverly Jackson, the 100% Black-owned independent network began as a channel airing sermons and religious talk shows. In 2022, with the appointment of Wayne and Beverly’s son Royal Jackson to chief creative officer, Impact Network moved into entertainment programming, including both scripted and unscripted titles with a strategic focus on religious content.
Now, Impact is shifting its lineup once more to encompass “family-friendly lifestyle entertainment, premium scripted and engaging non-scripted series in addition to programming initiatives around health/wellness/financial/cultural areas affecting Black communities.”
Among Impact’s new offerings are unscripted syndicated series licensed from Fox First Run, including “You Bet Your Life” with Jay Leno and Kevin Eubanks, “25 Words or Less” with Meredith Louise Vieira and “Divorce Court,...
Founded in 2010 by Bishop Wayne T. Jackson and wife Beverly Jackson, the 100% Black-owned independent network began as a channel airing sermons and religious talk shows. In 2022, with the appointment of Wayne and Beverly’s son Royal Jackson to chief creative officer, Impact Network moved into entertainment programming, including both scripted and unscripted titles with a strategic focus on religious content.
Now, Impact is shifting its lineup once more to encompass “family-friendly lifestyle entertainment, premium scripted and engaging non-scripted series in addition to programming initiatives around health/wellness/financial/cultural areas affecting Black communities.”
Among Impact’s new offerings are unscripted syndicated series licensed from Fox First Run, including “You Bet Your Life” with Jay Leno and Kevin Eubanks, “25 Words or Less” with Meredith Louise Vieira and “Divorce Court,...
- 2/28/2024
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
2006’s comedy-drama movie The Devil Wears Prada starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt is regarded as one of the most iconic movies of all time. Directed by David Frankel from a screenplay by Aline Brosh McKenna, the movie is based on a 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger.
Upon its release, the movie not only received a positive response from the critics and the audience but grew to iconic status. The Devil Wears Prada follows Andrea Sachs (Hathaway), a college graduate landing a co-assistant job for Miranda Priestly (Streep) who is the editor of a powerful fashion magazine. Emily Charlton (Blunt) also works as the assistant of Priestly. The iconic trio recently reunited at the SAG Awards leaving fans to beg for a sequel.
Suggested“I’m naturally in a bad mood”: Meryl Streep Revealed Playing 1 Iconic Character Wasn’t That Hard Despite Having To Sulk Alone Most of the Time Emily Blunt,...
Upon its release, the movie not only received a positive response from the critics and the audience but grew to iconic status. The Devil Wears Prada follows Andrea Sachs (Hathaway), a college graduate landing a co-assistant job for Miranda Priestly (Streep) who is the editor of a powerful fashion magazine. Emily Charlton (Blunt) also works as the assistant of Priestly. The iconic trio recently reunited at the SAG Awards leaving fans to beg for a sequel.
Suggested“I’m naturally in a bad mood”: Meryl Streep Revealed Playing 1 Iconic Character Wasn’t That Hard Despite Having To Sulk Alone Most of the Time Emily Blunt,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
“The Devil Wears Prada” cast members Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt reunited at the 2024 Screen Actors Guild Awards to present best actor in a comedy series. Blunt was also a nominee at the award ceremony for supporting actress thanks to her role in Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer.”
Streep took to the stage first alone and told the crowd that she had forgotten her glasses and the envelope with this year’s winner listed. Hathaway and Blunt then appeared to hand Streep her missing items, a nod to their roles as assistants to Miranda Priestly (Streep) in “The Devil Wears Prada.”
“Meryl and Miranda Priestly are sort of like twins,” Blunt said, to which Streep fiercely disagreed.
“No no. That wasn’t a question,” Hathaway told Streep in a nod to one of Miranda’s most icy lines of dialogue in the film.
Blunt also quoted Miranda by telling...
Streep took to the stage first alone and told the crowd that she had forgotten her glasses and the envelope with this year’s winner listed. Hathaway and Blunt then appeared to hand Streep her missing items, a nod to their roles as assistants to Miranda Priestly (Streep) in “The Devil Wears Prada.”
“Meryl and Miranda Priestly are sort of like twins,” Blunt said, to which Streep fiercely disagreed.
“No no. That wasn’t a question,” Hathaway told Streep in a nod to one of Miranda’s most icy lines of dialogue in the film.
Blunt also quoted Miranda by telling...
- 2/25/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
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Quick Answer: Viewers can watch all four seasons of Ugly Betty on Netflix, Hulu, and buy episodes on Prime Video.
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Ugly Betty might’ve gone off the air over a decade ago, but that hasn’t stopped the award-winning comedic series from seeing a massive resurgence online and on TikTok since it arrived on streaming services like Netflix last summer.
For those who might...
Quick Answer: Viewers can watch all four seasons of Ugly Betty on Netflix, Hulu, and buy episodes on Prime Video.
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Ugly Betty might’ve gone off the air over a decade ago, but that hasn’t stopped the award-winning comedic series from seeing a massive resurgence online and on TikTok since it arrived on streaming services like Netflix last summer.
For those who might...
- 2/21/2024
- by John Lonsdale
- Rollingstone.com
Elton’s Prada has found its Devil: Vanessa Williams has been cast as Miranda Priestly in the upcoming West End production of the Elton John-Shaina Taub stage musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada.
“Don’t just sit there,” demands Williams, in character as the tyrannical magazine editor at the of a new teaser trailer. “Buy tickets. Or something.”
The long-anticipated The Devil Wears Prada opens October 24 at the Dominion Theatre in London.
Williams, who played the similarly chic Wilhelmina Slater in TV’s Ugly Betty, said in a statement, “Bringing Miranda Priestly to life in the West End is an absolute dream come true. Gird your loins, folks.”
No stranger to the stage, Williams made her West End debut in 2019 in a revival of City of Angels, and has appeared on Broadway in Into the Woods, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Sondheim on Sondheim, The Trip to Bountiful, After Midnight,...
“Don’t just sit there,” demands Williams, in character as the tyrannical magazine editor at the of a new teaser trailer. “Buy tickets. Or something.”
The long-anticipated The Devil Wears Prada opens October 24 at the Dominion Theatre in London.
Williams, who played the similarly chic Wilhelmina Slater in TV’s Ugly Betty, said in a statement, “Bringing Miranda Priestly to life in the West End is an absolute dream come true. Gird your loins, folks.”
No stranger to the stage, Williams made her West End debut in 2019 in a revival of City of Angels, and has appeared on Broadway in Into the Woods, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Sondheim on Sondheim, The Trip to Bountiful, After Midnight,...
- 2/19/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
The musical version of The Devil Wears Prada has found its Miranda Priestly!
On Monday (February 19), the musical – which features music from Elton John – announced that Vanessa Williams had been cast to portray the iconic role first realized by Meryl Streep in the 2006 movie.
They shared the news with a fun video on social media, which offered a first glimpse at the actress in character.
Head inside to get a first glimpse at Vanessa Williams in character…
On X (formerly Twitter), the musical shared a brief clip of Vanessa arriving at the office. She’s clutching a mockup of the latest issue of Runway Magazine and fabulously dressed in a black dress and red heels. After throwing her coat and bag on her assistant’s desk, she sits down at speaks to the audience.
“Don’t just sit there. Buy tickets or something,” she says.
The Devil Wears Prada will...
On Monday (February 19), the musical – which features music from Elton John – announced that Vanessa Williams had been cast to portray the iconic role first realized by Meryl Streep in the 2006 movie.
They shared the news with a fun video on social media, which offered a first glimpse at the actress in character.
Head inside to get a first glimpse at Vanessa Williams in character…
On X (formerly Twitter), the musical shared a brief clip of Vanessa arriving at the office. She’s clutching a mockup of the latest issue of Runway Magazine and fabulously dressed in a black dress and red heels. After throwing her coat and bag on her assistant’s desk, she sits down at speaks to the audience.
“Don’t just sit there. Buy tickets or something,” she says.
The Devil Wears Prada will...
- 2/19/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Despite being canceled by Peacock, the comedy series Girls5eva will return for a third season… this time on Netflix.
The show — created by Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’s Meredith Scardino and produced by Tina Fey — follows a 90s girl group in the midst of the comeback trail, with Sara Bareilles, Busy Phillips, Paula Pell, and Renee Elise Goldsberry starring as the now-quartet.
The first two seasons of Girls5eva premiered on Peacock, which canceled the series in October 2022. Netflix then swooped in to save the acclaimed show, with the six-episode third season...
The show — created by Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’s Meredith Scardino and produced by Tina Fey — follows a 90s girl group in the midst of the comeback trail, with Sara Bareilles, Busy Phillips, Paula Pell, and Renee Elise Goldsberry starring as the now-quartet.
The first two seasons of Girls5eva premiered on Peacock, which canceled the series in October 2022. Netflix then swooped in to save the acclaimed show, with the six-episode third season...
- 2/15/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Get ready to watch more Freevee this February! Most of the free streamer's new additions will come all at once on the first of the month, including the three-time Oscar nominee "A Soldier’s Story" directed by the recently departed Norman Jewison, the franchise-launching "How to Train Your Dragon," and more classics of the past four decades.
Check out The Streamable’s top picks for Freevee’s February additions, and continue below to see the full list!
Watch Now Free amazonfreevee.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to Freevee in February 2024? “A Soldier’s Story” | Thursday, Feb. 1
Early-career Denzel Washington appears in a supporting role in this Oscar-nominated adaptation of Charles Fuller’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “A Soldier’s Play.” But it’s Howard E. Rollings Jr. who leads the cast here as Captain Richard Davenport, a Black Army investigator who travels to a remote military base to look into...
Check out The Streamable’s top picks for Freevee’s February additions, and continue below to see the full list!
Watch Now Free amazonfreevee.com What are the 5 Best Shows and Movies Coming to Freevee in February 2024? “A Soldier’s Story” | Thursday, Feb. 1
Early-career Denzel Washington appears in a supporting role in this Oscar-nominated adaptation of Charles Fuller’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “A Soldier’s Play.” But it’s Howard E. Rollings Jr. who leads the cast here as Captain Richard Davenport, a Black Army investigator who travels to a remote military base to look into...
- 1/31/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Get ready for an evening of musical showdowns as “Name That Tune” returns with Season 3, Episode 20, titled “Divas vs. Boybands.” Mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 8:00 Pm, and tune in to Fox for an episode that’s sure to be a hit with fans of this thrilling music guessing game show.
In this exciting episode, celebrity contestants take center stage, adding a whole new level of excitement to the competition. Join Wendi McLendon-Covey, Vanessa Williams, Howie Dorough, and Drew Lachey as they go head-to-head in a battle of musical knowledge and quick thinking.
“Divas vs. Boybands” promises to be an electrifying showdown where the contestants must rely on their musical instincts and knowledge to identify songs in a heartbeat. With iconic hits from both divas and boybands, viewers can expect a nostalgic journey through the greatest hits of music history.
Don’t miss this star-studded episode on Tuesday at 8:00 Pm on Fox,...
In this exciting episode, celebrity contestants take center stage, adding a whole new level of excitement to the competition. Join Wendi McLendon-Covey, Vanessa Williams, Howie Dorough, and Drew Lachey as they go head-to-head in a battle of musical knowledge and quick thinking.
“Divas vs. Boybands” promises to be an electrifying showdown where the contestants must rely on their musical instincts and knowledge to identify songs in a heartbeat. With iconic hits from both divas and boybands, viewers can expect a nostalgic journey through the greatest hits of music history.
Don’t miss this star-studded episode on Tuesday at 8:00 Pm on Fox,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Exclusive: Silver Lining Entertainment has signed Mercedes Mason, an actress known for turns on shows like The Rookie and Fear the Walking Dead, for management.
Mason portrayed Captain Zoe Andersen, the Commanding Officer of Los Angeles’s Mid-Wilshire Division, in ABC’s acclaimed police procedural The Rookie, which is going into its sixth season, portraying Ofelia Salazar on AMC’s offshoot of global smash hit The Walking Dead.
Previously, the actress has also been seen on shows like NCIS: Los Angeles, American Horror Stories, The L Word: Generation Q, How to Get Away with Murder, and Entourage, among many others. Other notable roles came as part of Fox’s Bones spinoff The Finder, opposite Michael Clark Duncan, and the ABC series 666 Park Ave with Terry O’Quinn and Vanessa Williams.
After transitioning from modeling into acting, Mason starred opposite Shane West and J.K. Simmons in horror thriller Red Sands, gaining notoriety...
Mason portrayed Captain Zoe Andersen, the Commanding Officer of Los Angeles’s Mid-Wilshire Division, in ABC’s acclaimed police procedural The Rookie, which is going into its sixth season, portraying Ofelia Salazar on AMC’s offshoot of global smash hit The Walking Dead.
Previously, the actress has also been seen on shows like NCIS: Los Angeles, American Horror Stories, The L Word: Generation Q, How to Get Away with Murder, and Entourage, among many others. Other notable roles came as part of Fox’s Bones spinoff The Finder, opposite Michael Clark Duncan, and the ABC series 666 Park Ave with Terry O’Quinn and Vanessa Williams.
After transitioning from modeling into acting, Mason starred opposite Shane West and J.K. Simmons in horror thriller Red Sands, gaining notoriety...
- 1/26/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
America Ferrera is opening up about the potential for an Ugly Betty reboot!
Many popular series, like That 70′s Show, Charmed, MacGyver, Dynasty, and Hawaii Five-0, have been rebooted over the years, with new and returning casts.
Recently, Salma Hayek, who was a producer on Ugly Betty, thanked fans for their support of the show over the years, and at Elle’s Women In Hollywood celebration, America was asked about returning to the world and character.
Check out what she said inside…
“I think there has been like a deep desire there for a long time because our Ugly Betty family is so close and so we love each other so much,” America told Et.
“I think we’d all come back in a heartbeat,” she added. “It takes a lot of work to get a thing off the ground — maybe we’ll figure it out.”
“Betty is my heart.
Many popular series, like That 70′s Show, Charmed, MacGyver, Dynasty, and Hawaii Five-0, have been rebooted over the years, with new and returning casts.
Recently, Salma Hayek, who was a producer on Ugly Betty, thanked fans for their support of the show over the years, and at Elle’s Women In Hollywood celebration, America was asked about returning to the world and character.
Check out what she said inside…
“I think there has been like a deep desire there for a long time because our Ugly Betty family is so close and so we love each other so much,” America told Et.
“I think we’d all come back in a heartbeat,” she added. “It takes a lot of work to get a thing off the ground — maybe we’ll figure it out.”
“Betty is my heart.
- 12/8/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Desperate Housewives is a modern classic.
The comedy/drama/mystery series ran on ABC for eight seasons from 2004 to 2012, starring Marcia Cross, Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Eva Longoria, Brenda Strong, Dana Delany, Nicolette Sheridan, and Vanessa Williams.
The show, set on Wisteria Lane in the fictional town of Fairview, follows the lives of a group of women as seen through the eyes of their friend and neighbor who committed suicide in the first episode.
The show won six Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and the stars of the show also went on to enjoy very successful careers, amassing a significant amount of wealth ever since.
We’ve rounded up the stars of Desperate Housewives, and ranked from according to their estimated net worth.
Find out who the richest stars of Desperate Housewives are…...
The comedy/drama/mystery series ran on ABC for eight seasons from 2004 to 2012, starring Marcia Cross, Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Eva Longoria, Brenda Strong, Dana Delany, Nicolette Sheridan, and Vanessa Williams.
The show, set on Wisteria Lane in the fictional town of Fairview, follows the lives of a group of women as seen through the eyes of their friend and neighbor who committed suicide in the first episode.
The show won six Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and the stars of the show also went on to enjoy very successful careers, amassing a significant amount of wealth ever since.
We’ve rounded up the stars of Desperate Housewives, and ranked from according to their estimated net worth.
Find out who the richest stars of Desperate Housewives are…...
- 12/3/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
There was a lot of star power at the Broadway opening of Spamalot!
Brie Larson and Iman Vellani, two of the stars of The Marvels, sat together inside the theatre for the opening night performance on Thursday (November 16) at the St. James Theatre in New York City.
Cobie Smulders, who is also part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was in attendance to support her husband Taran Killam, who stars in the revival of the Tony-winning musical.
Some of the other celebs in attendance included Zachary Levi, Loot‘s Stephanie Styles, longtime friends Victor Garber and Andrea Martin, Kate Miccuci, theater owner Jordan Roth, American Idol‘s Constantine Maroulis, Broadway stars Adam Pascal, Patti Murin, and Montego Glover, and Broadway’s Potus cast members Vanessa Williams, Rachel Dratch, Julie White, and Lea DeLaria.
Monty Python’s Eric Idle also posed on the red carpet.
Ariana Grande was also there to support her boyfriend,...
Brie Larson and Iman Vellani, two of the stars of The Marvels, sat together inside the theatre for the opening night performance on Thursday (November 16) at the St. James Theatre in New York City.
Cobie Smulders, who is also part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was in attendance to support her husband Taran Killam, who stars in the revival of the Tony-winning musical.
Some of the other celebs in attendance included Zachary Levi, Loot‘s Stephanie Styles, longtime friends Victor Garber and Andrea Martin, Kate Miccuci, theater owner Jordan Roth, American Idol‘s Constantine Maroulis, Broadway stars Adam Pascal, Patti Murin, and Montego Glover, and Broadway’s Potus cast members Vanessa Williams, Rachel Dratch, Julie White, and Lea DeLaria.
Monty Python’s Eric Idle also posed on the red carpet.
Ariana Grande was also there to support her boyfriend,...
- 11/17/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Desperate Housewives is a modern classic.
The comedy/drama/mystery series ran on ABC for eight seasons from 2004 to 2012, starring Marcia Cross, Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Eva Longoria, Brenda Strong, Dana Delany, Nicolette Sheridan, and Vanessa Williams.
The show, set on Wisteria Lane in the fictional town of Fairview, follows the lives of a group of women as seen through the eyes of their friend and neighbor who committed suicide in the first episode.
The show won six Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and the stars of the show also went on to enjoy very successful careers, amassing a significant amount of wealth ever since.
We’ve rounded up the stars of Desperate Housewives, and ranked from according to their estimated net worth.
Find out who the richest stars of Desperate Housewives are…...
The comedy/drama/mystery series ran on ABC for eight seasons from 2004 to 2012, starring Marcia Cross, Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Eva Longoria, Brenda Strong, Dana Delany, Nicolette Sheridan, and Vanessa Williams.
The show, set on Wisteria Lane in the fictional town of Fairview, follows the lives of a group of women as seen through the eyes of their friend and neighbor who committed suicide in the first episode.
The show won six Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and the stars of the show also went on to enjoy very successful careers, amassing a significant amount of wealth ever since.
We’ve rounded up the stars of Desperate Housewives, and ranked from according to their estimated net worth.
Find out who the richest stars of Desperate Housewives are…...
- 11/8/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Shaft star Richard Roundtree has died at the age of 81. Samuel L. Jackson, who starred in the 2000 and 2019 Shaft remakes, honored Roundtree’s memory in a touching tribute on Instagram following the news of his death. More of Roundtree’s co-stars and fans, like Gabrielle Union and Sheryl Lee Ralph, have also paid tribute to the late star. Roundtree died on Tuesday, October 24 in his Los Angeles home surrounded by family. He died after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. The actor, dubbed the first Black action hero, was a groundbreaking figure in Hollywood history. Playing private eye John Shaft marked an historic shift in Hollywood. Thanks to the success of the Gordon Parks-directed action-thriller, Black characters became main characters of films and TV shows instead of being stuck as sidekicks. Shaft is considered one of the first of the Blaxpoitation genre, and its legacy echoes in Hollywood today.
- 10/25/2023
- TV Insider
Richard Roundtree, star of “Shaft,” “Roots,” and “Generations,” has died at the age of 81.
The actor succumbed after a short battle with pancreatic cancer, TheWrap has learned. Roundtree’s family was at his side when he died. His agency, Artists & Partners, confirmed his death.
“Artists & Representatives Agency mourns the loss of our friend and client Richard Roundtree,” the agency said in a statement obtained by TheWrap. “His trailblazing career changed the face of entertainment around the globe and his enduring legacy will be felt for generations to come. Our hearts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
The actor starred in a number of landmark films, including 1971’s “Shaft” and its two sequels, 1972’s “Shaft’s Big Score!” and 1973’s “Shaft in Africa.” Roundtree was nominated for a New Star of the Year at the Golden Globes following the first movie.
Roundtree also starred in “Inchon” and...
The actor succumbed after a short battle with pancreatic cancer, TheWrap has learned. Roundtree’s family was at his side when he died. His agency, Artists & Partners, confirmed his death.
“Artists & Representatives Agency mourns the loss of our friend and client Richard Roundtree,” the agency said in a statement obtained by TheWrap. “His trailblazing career changed the face of entertainment around the globe and his enduring legacy will be felt for generations to come. Our hearts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
The actor starred in a number of landmark films, including 1971’s “Shaft” and its two sequels, 1972’s “Shaft’s Big Score!” and 1973’s “Shaft in Africa.” Roundtree was nominated for a New Star of the Year at the Golden Globes following the first movie.
Roundtree also starred in “Inchon” and...
- 10/25/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
One year after coming up short on her first individual SAG Awards outing against Jean Smart (“Hacks”), Quinta Brunson (“Abbott Elementary”) is 2024’s clear Best TV Comedy Actress frontrunner, according to Gold Derby’s racetrack odds. This time, she could face a direct challenge from “The Bear” cast member Ayo Edebiri, who 90% of our participating users believe will overcome her 2023 solo snub. If this very likely showdown does come to fruition, the two potential nominees will make SAG Awards history as the first pair of Black actresses to ever face off in an individual continuing series category.
Both Brunson and Edebiri’s new SAG Award bids would come for their work on their shows’ second seasons. In its first year, ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” also received a successful Best TV Comedy Ensemble nomination, which made it the first network series to earn recognition in the category since ABC’s “Black-ish...
Both Brunson and Edebiri’s new SAG Award bids would come for their work on their shows’ second seasons. In its first year, ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” also received a successful Best TV Comedy Ensemble nomination, which made it the first network series to earn recognition in the category since ABC’s “Black-ish...
- 10/20/2023
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
New York, NY– The Paul Taylor Dance Company’s 2023 Season at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, from October 31 through November 12, will include fourteen dances by five choreographers – Ulysses Dove, Amy Hall Garner, Larry Keigwin, Lauren Lovette, and Paul Taylor – and feature world premieres by Lovette, Ptdc’s Resident Choreographer, and Keigwin, Taylor Company Commissioned choreographer. Music on all programs will be performed live by Orchestra of St. Luke’s (Osl), conducted by Taylor Music Director David Lamarche and Tara Simoncic. Ticket prices for the 2023 Season start at $15 and go on sale September 13. Tickets are available at www.boxoffice.dance.
Continuing his mission to build a repertory for the 21st Century, Artistic Director Michael Novak will present four works by three of today’s leading dance makers.
· Lauren Lovette will be represented by two new works. Dreamachine, set to Michael Daugherty’s percussion suite of that name, will have its New York premiere.
Continuing his mission to build a repertory for the 21st Century, Artistic Director Michael Novak will present four works by three of today’s leading dance makers.
· Lauren Lovette will be represented by two new works. Dreamachine, set to Michael Daugherty’s percussion suite of that name, will have its New York premiere.
- 10/18/2023
- by Music Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Music
There were so many celebs in attendance at the New York City Ballet’s 2023 Gall Fashion Gala!
Sarah Jessica Parker, Justin Theroux, and Diane Kruger were just some of the many stars who walked the red carpet on Thursday night (October 5) at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City.
More stars in attendance included Sjp‘s husband Matthew Broderick, Diane‘s longtime love Norman Reedus, Oscar winner Ariana DeBose, Naomi Watts, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, and many more.
The gala featured new costume designs by Carolina Herrera‘s creative director Wes Gordon, along with performances that were choreographed by NYC Ballet’s founders George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.
Head inside to see all of the celebs in attendance at the event…
Keep scrolling to see all of the celebs in attendance…
Naomi Watts
Fyi: Naomi is wearing a Carolina Herrera dress.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew...
Sarah Jessica Parker, Justin Theroux, and Diane Kruger were just some of the many stars who walked the red carpet on Thursday night (October 5) at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City.
More stars in attendance included Sjp‘s husband Matthew Broderick, Diane‘s longtime love Norman Reedus, Oscar winner Ariana DeBose, Naomi Watts, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, and many more.
The gala featured new costume designs by Carolina Herrera‘s creative director Wes Gordon, along with performances that were choreographed by NYC Ballet’s founders George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.
Head inside to see all of the celebs in attendance at the event…
Keep scrolling to see all of the celebs in attendance…
Naomi Watts
Fyi: Naomi is wearing a Carolina Herrera dress.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew...
- 10/6/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
There were so many celebs in attendance at the New York City Ballet’s 2023 Gall Fashion Gala!
Sarah Jessica Parker, Justin Theroux, and Diane Kruger were just some of the many stars who walked the red carpet on Thursday night (October 5) at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City.
More stars in attendance included Sjp‘s husband Matthew Broderick, Diane‘s longtime love Norman Reedus, Oscar winner Ariana DeBose, Naomi Watts, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, and many more.
The gala featured new costume designs by Carolina Herrera‘s creative director Wes Gordon, along with performances that were choreographed by NYC Ballet’s founders George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.
Head inside to see all of the celebs in attendance at the event…
Keep scrolling to see all of the celebs in attendance…
Naomi Watts
Fyi: Naomi is wearing a Carolina Herrera dress.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew...
Sarah Jessica Parker, Justin Theroux, and Diane Kruger were just some of the many stars who walked the red carpet on Thursday night (October 5) at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City.
More stars in attendance included Sjp‘s husband Matthew Broderick, Diane‘s longtime love Norman Reedus, Oscar winner Ariana DeBose, Naomi Watts, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, and many more.
The gala featured new costume designs by Carolina Herrera‘s creative director Wes Gordon, along with performances that were choreographed by NYC Ballet’s founders George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.
Head inside to see all of the celebs in attendance at the event…
Keep scrolling to see all of the celebs in attendance…
Naomi Watts
Fyi: Naomi is wearing a Carolina Herrera dress.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew...
- 10/6/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Tracy Chapman was one of the most influential artists of the latter 20th century. The folk singer, who first rose to prominence with her self-titled debut album in 1988, has penned generation-defining hits like “Give Me One Reason” and “Fast Car.” The latter recently had a resurgence due to a cover by country singer Luke Combs, which managed to out-peak the original and rise up to number-two on the Billboard Hot 100 for multiple weeks. “Fast Car’s” rediscovery is proof that Chapman has always been one of music’s greats, but the industry has always loved her. Back when she debuted, she earned six Grammy nominations and won three, including the coveted Best New Artist award.
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Chapman’s road to Bna glory was relatively smooth. When her debut album came out it got rave reviews, praising her storytelling the most.
SEEGrammy flashback: Remembering Prince’s greatest triumphs and his most unforgivable snubs
Chapman’s road to Bna glory was relatively smooth. When her debut album came out it got rave reviews, praising her storytelling the most.
- 10/6/2023
- by Jaime Rodriguez
- Gold Derby
Chances are, if you’ve seen Sia onstage at any point in recent years, her face was most likely shielded by an oversize (and often very colorful) wig. But the Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter left the extra hair at home Sunday when she turned up to the Taglyan Complex in Los Angeles to attend the 5th Daytime Beauty Awards.
Not only did she take the stage and show off her full face, but what she revealed under the lights was also brand-new. “I’m a pop star that normally hides my face and doesn’t lie about shit,” explained the 47-year-old who has been candid during interviews about everything from depression and divorce to sobriety and creativity. “I got an amazing facelift from Dr. Talei. He is incredible. And he is doing so much good work — and not just for the pop stars of the world.”
The admission came as...
Not only did she take the stage and show off her full face, but what she revealed under the lights was also brand-new. “I’m a pop star that normally hides my face and doesn’t lie about shit,” explained the 47-year-old who has been candid during interviews about everything from depression and divorce to sobriety and creativity. “I got an amazing facelift from Dr. Talei. He is incredible. And he is doing so much good work — and not just for the pop stars of the world.”
The admission came as...
- 10/5/2023
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
"You are so far up your career's ass, that you can't let anyone else in!" Oh damnnn! Decal Releasing has unveiled an official trailer for a girls trip raucous comedy called Tripped Up, from producer / filmmaker Shruti Ganguly. This is getting a small theatrical and then VOD release at the end of October. It's a comedy about friends bonding while on a trip to a food fest. Aspiring chef Lizzy sets off with her three best friends in tow to compete in the prestigious Saucy Food Festival. What begins as a calculated career move quickly turns into a madcap misadventure full of food, fun and female bonding, where the girls learn that "struggle" can be the secret ingredient. Which is literally exactly what one of the characters says to them. This stars Leah Lewis, Ashley Moore, Ariel Winter, Sasha Fox, and Vanessa Williams. Looks fun, but barely, as the rest of it looks really bad.
- 9/25/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
“Smash,” the TV series about the making of a fictional Broadway musical, takes an early step toward becoming a real-life Broadway musical on Sept. 22, with a pair of industry readings led by Tony nominees Robyn Hurder and Kerry Butler.
Hurder plays Ivy, an actress cast in the lead role of a new musical about Marilyn Monroe, and Butler appears as Karen, Ivy’s understudy. Their characters share the names of two pivotal roles in the TV show, which also focused on the development of a Marilyn Monroe musical called “Bombshell.”
While it retains the series’ most recognizable elements, the musical adaptation of “Smash” departs in other ways with a storyline and cast of characters that are inspired by the series but not direct translations. “It’s definitely a new script,” said director Susan Stroman of the musical’s book by Bob Martin (“The Prom”) and Rick Elice (“Jersey Boys”). “It...
Hurder plays Ivy, an actress cast in the lead role of a new musical about Marilyn Monroe, and Butler appears as Karen, Ivy’s understudy. Their characters share the names of two pivotal roles in the TV show, which also focused on the development of a Marilyn Monroe musical called “Bombshell.”
While it retains the series’ most recognizable elements, the musical adaptation of “Smash” departs in other ways with a storyline and cast of characters that are inspired by the series but not direct translations. “It’s definitely a new script,” said director Susan Stroman of the musical’s book by Bob Martin (“The Prom”) and Rick Elice (“Jersey Boys”). “It...
- 9/21/2023
- by Gordon Cox
- Variety Film + TV
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for New York Fashion Week and the Soho House Awards.
Chanel’s Lucky Chance Diner
Chanel hosted a party on Wednesday to debut the Lucky Chance Diner, a unique fragrance experience in Williamsburg. Guests included Ava Phillippe, Chase Sui Wonders, Lil Nas X, Meadow Walker, Molly Gordon, Rainey Qualley and Lori Harvey.
Lil Nas X Molly Gordon
Breitling Bash
Breitling brand ambassadors Charlize Theron and Misty Copeland co-hosted a launch party in NYC on Wednesday to celebrate the debut of two new lines in the Breitling Navitimer collection: 36 mm and 32 mm. They were joined by fellow Breitling ambassadors — basketball superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and two-time Olympic gold medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim.
Breitling USA CEO Georges Kern, Charlize Theron and Breitling USA president Thierry Prissert Giannis Antetokounmpo and Charlize Theron
Nylon Nights
Bdg,...
Chanel’s Lucky Chance Diner
Chanel hosted a party on Wednesday to debut the Lucky Chance Diner, a unique fragrance experience in Williamsburg. Guests included Ava Phillippe, Chase Sui Wonders, Lil Nas X, Meadow Walker, Molly Gordon, Rainey Qualley and Lori Harvey.
Lil Nas X Molly Gordon
Breitling Bash
Breitling brand ambassadors Charlize Theron and Misty Copeland co-hosted a launch party in NYC on Wednesday to celebrate the debut of two new lines in the Breitling Navitimer collection: 36 mm and 32 mm. They were joined by fellow Breitling ambassadors — basketball superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and two-time Olympic gold medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim.
Breitling USA CEO Georges Kern, Charlize Theron and Breitling USA president Thierry Prissert Giannis Antetokounmpo and Charlize Theron
Nylon Nights
Bdg,...
- 9/8/2023
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Essence Magazine has celebrated beautiful black women and black culture for 50 years.
Today, OWN debuted the official trailer for its highly anticipated original documentary series, “Time of Essence,” which premieres on Friday, August 18 at 9/8 pm Et/Pt.
The five-part, one-hour series celebrates the trailblazing magazine that reaches a global community of over 20 million Black women and has revealed some of the past half-century's most captivating and influential covers.
Oprah Winfrey joins the names of thought leaders, celebrities, and culture-defining influencers featured in the series, which includes: Oscar®-winning actresses Halle Berry and Whoopi Goldberg; Emmy®-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, Regina Hall, and Taye Diggs.
It also features Golden Globe®-winning actress Taraji P. Henson; actress Gabrielle Union-Wade; fashion model and icon Beverly Johnson and her daughter Anansa Sims; singer and actress Vanessa Williams.
This special wouldn’t be complete without iconic Essence Magazine editor Mikki Taylor, long-time Editor-In-Chief Susan L. Taylor,...
Today, OWN debuted the official trailer for its highly anticipated original documentary series, “Time of Essence,” which premieres on Friday, August 18 at 9/8 pm Et/Pt.
The five-part, one-hour series celebrates the trailblazing magazine that reaches a global community of over 20 million Black women and has revealed some of the past half-century's most captivating and influential covers.
Oprah Winfrey joins the names of thought leaders, celebrities, and culture-defining influencers featured in the series, which includes: Oscar®-winning actresses Halle Berry and Whoopi Goldberg; Emmy®-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, Regina Hall, and Taye Diggs.
It also features Golden Globe®-winning actress Taraji P. Henson; actress Gabrielle Union-Wade; fashion model and icon Beverly Johnson and her daughter Anansa Sims; singer and actress Vanessa Williams.
This special wouldn’t be complete without iconic Essence Magazine editor Mikki Taylor, long-time Editor-In-Chief Susan L. Taylor,...
- 8/10/2023
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
Vanessa Williams has no intentions on reconstructing or repairing parts of her body.
“No, no, no, no, no, not yet,” the actress, 60, recently told Page Six Style when asked if she has any plans to get plastic surgery or fillers.
When it comes to cosmetic procedures, the “Dance With Me” star stops at “good Botox,” as she previously discussed her love of the wrinkle-reducing treatment last year.
“I don’t do fillers,” she told the outlet at the Broadway opening of The Cottage, adding that undergoing actual surgery is the “very last thing” she’d try.
Read More: Vanessa Williams Opens Up About Living Her Best Life At 60 And How She’s Giving Herself More Grace Than Ever Before
However, Williams is open to trying non-invasive treatments.
“The technology now for lifting, sculpting, tightening, is incredible,” she explained. “And there’s a machine for anything.
“I just got a microcurrent thing for your neck,...
“No, no, no, no, no, not yet,” the actress, 60, recently told Page Six Style when asked if she has any plans to get plastic surgery or fillers.
When it comes to cosmetic procedures, the “Dance With Me” star stops at “good Botox,” as she previously discussed her love of the wrinkle-reducing treatment last year.
“I don’t do fillers,” she told the outlet at the Broadway opening of The Cottage, adding that undergoing actual surgery is the “very last thing” she’d try.
Read More: Vanessa Williams Opens Up About Living Her Best Life At 60 And How She’s Giving Herself More Grace Than Ever Before
However, Williams is open to trying non-invasive treatments.
“The technology now for lifting, sculpting, tightening, is incredible,” she explained. “And there’s a machine for anything.
“I just got a microcurrent thing for your neck,...
- 8/1/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
It’s Day 12 of the SAG-AFTRA strike and Day 85 of the WGA strike.
With enough famous actors to populate an awards show all gathered on one stage, the labor union representing them in an “existential battle” against film and television studios held a star-studded strike rally in the middle of New York’s Times Square on Tuesday morning.
An audience of several hundred people including card-waving members of SAG-AFTRA squeezed into a barricaded pedestrian plaza on a humid day when at least one spectator required medical attention. At an event dubbed “Rock the City for a Fair Contract,” they heard almost two hours worth of speeches from union representatives and from high-profile acting peers including Bryan Cranston, Christine Baranski, Wendell Pierce, Christian Slater, Stephen Lang, Michelle Hurd, Jill Hennessy and Steve Buscemi.
Behind the speakers on the temporary stage stood several other actors representing generations of film and television work,...
With enough famous actors to populate an awards show all gathered on one stage, the labor union representing them in an “existential battle” against film and television studios held a star-studded strike rally in the middle of New York’s Times Square on Tuesday morning.
An audience of several hundred people including card-waving members of SAG-AFTRA squeezed into a barricaded pedestrian plaza on a humid day when at least one spectator required medical attention. At an event dubbed “Rock the City for a Fair Contract,” they heard almost two hours worth of speeches from union representatives and from high-profile acting peers including Bryan Cranston, Christine Baranski, Wendell Pierce, Christian Slater, Stephen Lang, Michelle Hurd, Jill Hennessy and Steve Buscemi.
Behind the speakers on the temporary stage stood several other actors representing generations of film and television work,...
- 7/25/2023
- by Valerie Complex and Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Since the category of supporting actress in a comedy series was launched at the Primetime Emmy Awards in the mid-1960s, only 13 African American performers had been nominated in total leading up to this year. Just two had won: Jackee Harry for “227” in 1987 and Sheryl Lee Ralph last year for “Abbott Elementary.” But the category, and the Emmys in general, received a radical shake-up this morning when four Black actresses cracked the lineup of nominees: Ralph and Janelle James for “Abbott,” Ayo Edebiri for “The Bear” and Jessica Williams for “Shrinking.” That’s more than half the seven slots allotted to the category. There have never been more than two in that lineup previously.
Indeed, if that seems like a lot, it should. No Emmy performer category has ever featured four women of color in the same year and precious few have ever included three. Consider that the count...
Indeed, if that seems like a lot, it should. No Emmy performer category has ever featured four women of color in the same year and precious few have ever included three. Consider that the count...
- 7/12/2023
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Tony Award nominee Vanessa Williams has joined the lead producing team for the Broadway-aimed A Wonderful World, a bio-musical about jazz icon Louis Armstrong starring James Monroe Iglehart.
Williams’ involvement comes as producers announce the full cast for the musical: In addition to the previously announced Iglehart as Armstrong, the principal cast of A Wonderful World will feature Ta’Rea Campbell as Lucille Wilson, Jennie Harney-Fleming as Lil Hardin, Brennyn Lark as Alpha Smith and Khalifa White as Daisy Parker.
Following Armstrong’s musical path from New Orleans to Chicago, A Wonderful World will premiere this year at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans (October 1-8) before moving to the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago (October 11-29). Producers plan to move the show to Broadway, although dates and other details have not been announced.
Williams’ involvement comes as producers announce the full cast for the musical: In addition to the previously announced Iglehart as Armstrong, the principal cast of A Wonderful World will feature Ta’Rea Campbell as Lucille Wilson, Jennie Harney-Fleming as Lil Hardin, Brennyn Lark as Alpha Smith and Khalifa White as Daisy Parker.
Following Armstrong’s musical path from New Orleans to Chicago, A Wonderful World will premiere this year at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans (October 1-8) before moving to the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago (October 11-29). Producers plan to move the show to Broadway, although dates and other details have not been announced.
- 7/12/2023
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Following its run on Paramount+, the second season of “Queen of the Universe” will land on streaming platform Wow Presents Plus as a box set.
Produced by “RuPaul’s Drag Race” producers World of Wonder, and hosted by BAFTA-winner Graham Norton, the Eurovision-style series finds countries going head to head with their top drag queens putting their real singing voices to the test.
In the second season, former Spice Girl Mel B joins returning judges including recording artist, three-time Emmy-winning producer and judge of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ Michelle Visage, multi-Emmy and Grammy nominee Vanessa Williams and American drag superstar Trixie Mattel.
The “Queen of the Universe” Season 2 cast includes Aura Eternal (Italy), Chloe V (Brazil), Jazell Royale (U.S.), Love Masisi (Netherlands), Maxie (Philippines), Militia Scunt (U.S.), Miss Sistrata (Israel), Taiga Brava (Mexico), Trevor Ashley (Australia) and Viola (U.K.).
Global drag icon and multi-Emmy Award winner RuPaul serves as...
Produced by “RuPaul’s Drag Race” producers World of Wonder, and hosted by BAFTA-winner Graham Norton, the Eurovision-style series finds countries going head to head with their top drag queens putting their real singing voices to the test.
In the second season, former Spice Girl Mel B joins returning judges including recording artist, three-time Emmy-winning producer and judge of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ Michelle Visage, multi-Emmy and Grammy nominee Vanessa Williams and American drag superstar Trixie Mattel.
The “Queen of the Universe” Season 2 cast includes Aura Eternal (Italy), Chloe V (Brazil), Jazell Royale (U.S.), Love Masisi (Netherlands), Maxie (Philippines), Militia Scunt (U.S.), Miss Sistrata (Israel), Taiga Brava (Mexico), Trevor Ashley (Australia) and Viola (U.K.).
Global drag icon and multi-Emmy Award winner RuPaul serves as...
- 6/28/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Wigging Out.
We spent the first few weeks of June discussing a cisgender male demon trapped in a female body and genderfluid dinosaurs, and now we’re delving into the world of Black women’s hair in Justin Simien‘s horror comedy Bad Hair.
In the 1989-set film, an ambitious young woman named Anna (Elle Lorraine) gets a weave at the behest of her boss (Vanessa Williams) in order to succeed in the image-obsessed world of music television. However, her flourishing career may come at a great cost when she realizes that her new hair may have a mind of its own.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get a new episode every Wednesday. You can subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Acast, Google Podcasts, and RSS.
Episode 235: Bad Hair (2020)
Don’t wig out and prepare for a whiter– *ahem* Wider audience,...
We spent the first few weeks of June discussing a cisgender male demon trapped in a female body and genderfluid dinosaurs, and now we’re delving into the world of Black women’s hair in Justin Simien‘s horror comedy Bad Hair.
In the 1989-set film, an ambitious young woman named Anna (Elle Lorraine) gets a weave at the behest of her boss (Vanessa Williams) in order to succeed in the image-obsessed world of music television. However, her flourishing career may come at a great cost when she realizes that her new hair may have a mind of its own.
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get a new episode every Wednesday. You can subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, TuneIn, Amazon Music, Acast, Google Podcasts, and RSS.
Episode 235: Bad Hair (2020)
Don’t wig out and prepare for a whiter– *ahem* Wider audience,...
- 6/26/2023
- by Trace Thurman
- bloody-disgusting.com
What a drag. Paramount+ has cancelled the Queen of the Universe TV series, so the streamer won't be making a third season. Not only that, the show is being pulled from the service less than two weeks after the last batch of episodes were released.
Hosted Graham Norton, Queen of the Universe features the world's fiercest drag performers as they sing live and debut new musical performances before a studio audience and the Pop Diva Panel of judges. Their hope is to be crowned the "Queen of the Universe." Judges for season two include Michelle Visage, Vanessa Williams, Trixie Mattel, and Mel B.Read More…...
Hosted Graham Norton, Queen of the Universe features the world's fiercest drag performers as they sing live and debut new musical performances before a studio audience and the Pop Diva Panel of judges. Their hope is to be crowned the "Queen of the Universe." Judges for season two include Michelle Visage, Vanessa Williams, Trixie Mattel, and Mel B.Read More…...
- 6/25/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Well, Paramount+ went there.
The streaming service on Friday canceled a wave of original series, and there are some shockers.
Before we dig into the cancellations, the canceled shows will be removed from its platform as the company takes a content write-down.
The news isn't too surprising. HBO Max opened the floodgates for the likes of Showtime and Starz to pull shows off the air and their platforms.
In fact, some shows didn't even see the light of day. It's a precedent that is a stark reminder of how media companies are set up nowadays.
We'll begin with Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, which launched earlier this year.
Despite a strong critical response, the series will not be returning.
"Before rock 'n' roll ruled, before the T-Birds were the coolest in the school, four fed-up outcasts dare to have fun on their own terms, sparking a moral panic that will change Rydell High forever,...
The streaming service on Friday canceled a wave of original series, and there are some shockers.
Before we dig into the cancellations, the canceled shows will be removed from its platform as the company takes a content write-down.
The news isn't too surprising. HBO Max opened the floodgates for the likes of Showtime and Starz to pull shows off the air and their platforms.
In fact, some shows didn't even see the light of day. It's a precedent that is a stark reminder of how media companies are set up nowadays.
We'll begin with Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, which launched earlier this year.
Despite a strong critical response, the series will not be returning.
"Before rock 'n' roll ruled, before the T-Birds were the coolest in the school, four fed-up outcasts dare to have fun on their own terms, sparking a moral panic that will change Rydell High forever,...
- 6/23/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
As part of the 2023 Tribeca Festival, director Mario Van Peebles opened up about his directorial debut, 1991’s “New Jack City,” alongside Fab 5 Freddy, Vanessa Williams and Michael Michele with an at-capacity crowd at the Sva Theater for an illuminating 35 minutes full of joy, surprises and honesty.
It can’t be understated how jovial Van Peebles—the son of prolific Black filmmaker Mario Van Peebles—was from the moment he stepped on stage to quickly introduce the film, which chronicles the rise of a ruthless drug lord in the dilapidated slums of late-1980s New York City. By the time the opening credits began to roll he was encouraging a major clap-along in the audience to the groove-worthy opening track. His energy, which stayed high until his final goodbyes at the end of the night, was infectious.
The filmmaker, who directed “New Jack City” from a script penned by Thomas Lee Wright and Barry Michael Cooper,...
It can’t be understated how jovial Van Peebles—the son of prolific Black filmmaker Mario Van Peebles—was from the moment he stepped on stage to quickly introduce the film, which chronicles the rise of a ruthless drug lord in the dilapidated slums of late-1980s New York City. By the time the opening credits began to roll he was encouraging a major clap-along in the audience to the groove-worthy opening track. His energy, which stayed high until his final goodbyes at the end of the night, was infectious.
The filmmaker, who directed “New Jack City” from a script penned by Thomas Lee Wright and Barry Michael Cooper,...
- 6/19/2023
- by Lex Briscuso
- The Wrap
Vanessa Williams is exactly where she wants to be at 60 years old.
The actress, who celebrated the milestone birthday on March 18, spoke candidly about getting older and it being a priviledge as she chatted to Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
She shared of giving herself more grace and whether there was a time in her life that she would’ve given herself more grace, “You know, I look back and I’m fortunate to have four children who are great and watching them go through life, but then getting a chance to reflect on where I was at that particular time in my life.
“We tend to be hard on ourselves when we’re young, really hard on ourselves… ‘why aren’t I here at the moment where I should be? Why don’t I make enough money? Why aren’t people respecting me the way I need to be?...
The actress, who celebrated the milestone birthday on March 18, spoke candidly about getting older and it being a priviledge as she chatted to Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
She shared of giving herself more grace and whether there was a time in her life that she would’ve given herself more grace, “You know, I look back and I’m fortunate to have four children who are great and watching them go through life, but then getting a chance to reflect on where I was at that particular time in my life.
“We tend to be hard on ourselves when we’re young, really hard on ourselves… ‘why aren’t I here at the moment where I should be? Why don’t I make enough money? Why aren’t people respecting me the way I need to be?...
- 6/16/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Vanessa Williams has plenty of advice she’d give her younger self, knowing how far she’s come since being crowned Miss America back in 1984.
Williams gained recognition after becoming the first African-American woman to receive the Miss America title 40 years ago, with her reflecting on the honour while chatting to Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
Williams shared of what she’d tell her younger self, who was 20 at the time, to prepare her for what was to come: “I had no idea I would become internationally famous overnight, for sure. I didn’t realize the scope of responsibility that I would have at 20 years old. And I would tell myself not to take everything personally.
“When you’re 20 years old and you’re just being yourself and people say, ‘Well, we hate you because you’re black, we hate you because you’re not black enough, we hate you because you’re not Southern.
Williams gained recognition after becoming the first African-American woman to receive the Miss America title 40 years ago, with her reflecting on the honour while chatting to Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
Williams shared of what she’d tell her younger self, who was 20 at the time, to prepare her for what was to come: “I had no idea I would become internationally famous overnight, for sure. I didn’t realize the scope of responsibility that I would have at 20 years old. And I would tell myself not to take everything personally.
“When you’re 20 years old and you’re just being yourself and people say, ‘Well, we hate you because you’re black, we hate you because you’re not black enough, we hate you because you’re not Southern.
- 6/16/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Warning: spoilers for season 4 of “Succession”.
Vanessa Williams is a major “Succession” fan.
In our exclusive “One-on-One” interview with the actress, she revealed that her “guilty pleasure on TV” is the popular Apple TV comedy-drama centred on the Roy family.
“[It’s] so well written and so well acted,” Williams told Et Canada’s Carlos Bustmante.
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“And the cinematography, when they take you to these amazing places that you get a chance to kind of just drop in. It’s spectacular,” she added.
Upon getting completely wrapped up in the successful series, Williams shared how a project like such inspires her.
“The first thing is like you call your agent and say, ‘Why aren’t on at the show?’ And, ‘Can we get a role for me in the show?'” the...
Vanessa Williams is a major “Succession” fan.
In our exclusive “One-on-One” interview with the actress, she revealed that her “guilty pleasure on TV” is the popular Apple TV comedy-drama centred on the Roy family.
“[It’s] so well written and so well acted,” Williams told Et Canada’s Carlos Bustmante.
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“And the cinematography, when they take you to these amazing places that you get a chance to kind of just drop in. It’s spectacular,” she added.
Upon getting completely wrapped up in the successful series, Williams shared how a project like such inspires her.
“The first thing is like you call your agent and say, ‘Why aren’t on at the show?’ And, ‘Can we get a role for me in the show?'” the...
- 6/15/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
The adventures of “Queen of the Universe” season 2 are about to get bigger and better than ever before.
Vanessa Williams, who serves as a judge on the global singing competition, revealed that the latest season explores something completely new.
Not only does the reality-music series feature talented drag queens from all around the globe — the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Mexico, the United States, and Australia — it also takes a look at the queens’ “longevity within their own circles,” Williams told Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
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“You know, ones that have been doing it for years, ones that are brand new and trying to figure out what their lane is and also the relationships between the parents and the queens. That’s something that we did not explore last year,” she said, adding that, “this year you get a chance to really...
Vanessa Williams, who serves as a judge on the global singing competition, revealed that the latest season explores something completely new.
Not only does the reality-music series feature talented drag queens from all around the globe — the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Mexico, the United States, and Australia — it also takes a look at the queens’ “longevity within their own circles,” Williams told Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
Read More: Vanessa Williams Shares Her Go-To Tim Hortons Order
“You know, ones that have been doing it for years, ones that are brand new and trying to figure out what their lane is and also the relationships between the parents and the queens. That’s something that we did not explore last year,” she said, adding that, “this year you get a chance to really...
- 6/14/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Vanessa Williams is a Tim Hortons fan.
The American actress, 60, was questioned about being a Timmies lover during her “One-on-One” special interview with Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
Williams said of her go-to order during a “Confessions” rapidfire bit: “The Timbits. We’ll get a little Timbits and their coffee is fantastic.
”And also their sausage biscuit breakfast sandwich is delish.”
Elsewhere in the segment, Williams spoke about the secret to living a youthful life.
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She told Bustamante: “Being excited about life and things and doing things. You know, it’s one thing to say, ‘Oh, one of these days I’m going to do it,’ but do it.
“Do it, get up and do it. Book that plane trip. You know, if something is on your bucket list, then do it now. Do it.
The American actress, 60, was questioned about being a Timmies lover during her “One-on-One” special interview with Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante.
Williams said of her go-to order during a “Confessions” rapidfire bit: “The Timbits. We’ll get a little Timbits and their coffee is fantastic.
”And also their sausage biscuit breakfast sandwich is delish.”
Elsewhere in the segment, Williams spoke about the secret to living a youthful life.
Read More: Hailey Bieber Reveals Her Go-To Tim Hortons Order, Her Favourite Thing About Canada & More
She told Bustamante: “Being excited about life and things and doing things. You know, it’s one thing to say, ‘Oh, one of these days I’m going to do it,’ but do it.
“Do it, get up and do it. Book that plane trip. You know, if something is on your bucket list, then do it now. Do it.
- 6/12/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Vanessa Williams is the kind of grandma you’d expect her to be.
The actress chatted to Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante about loving being a “mumsy” to 15-month-old grandson Sunny Rise.
Williams’ daughter Jillian Hervey welcomed Sunny in December 2021.
As Bustamante questioned whether Williams was a grandma who’d be “down in the dirt playing,” she replied that she was, adding: “I’m on the floor. I’m [like], ‘Let’s explore, let’s… I’m always singing. ‘Let’s make noise. Let’s go outside.’
“I have a little backpack for him. So we go and explore. [I’m like] ‘Let’s touch the flowers.’ I’m very tactile, and both my parents are music educators.
“So, like, education was always flashcards and ‘look at this’ and go to the museums and going to, you know, theatre and concerts and stuff. So I’m very into experiences.”
Williams continued to say of being a grandma,...
The actress chatted to Et Canada’s Carlos Bustamante about loving being a “mumsy” to 15-month-old grandson Sunny Rise.
Williams’ daughter Jillian Hervey welcomed Sunny in December 2021.
As Bustamante questioned whether Williams was a grandma who’d be “down in the dirt playing,” she replied that she was, adding: “I’m on the floor. I’m [like], ‘Let’s explore, let’s… I’m always singing. ‘Let’s make noise. Let’s go outside.’
“I have a little backpack for him. So we go and explore. [I’m like] ‘Let’s touch the flowers.’ I’m very tactile, and both my parents are music educators.
“So, like, education was always flashcards and ‘look at this’ and go to the museums and going to, you know, theatre and concerts and stuff. So I’m very into experiences.”
Williams continued to say of being a grandma,...
- 6/12/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Paul Eckstein, who produced the 1997 MGM film Hoodlum and co-created the Epix/MGM+ drama Godfather of Harlem with his writing partner, Chris Brancato, has died. He was 59.
Eckstein died peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, according to a statement from MGM+ and ABC Signature. He was in Jamaica, where he was teaching a screenwriting workshop for Strike Star Entertainment.
“We are deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of our brilliant colleague Paul Eckstein, the co-creator and executive producer of Godfather of Harlem and a beloved member of the MGM+ and ABC Signature families,” the companies said. “Working on the series was a labor of love for Paul, who based the show in part on his family’s personal history.
“Paul was passionate, a creative force, known for his kindness and generosity. He was a mentor and friend to many, and he will be dearly missed.”
Eckstein also led the...
Eckstein died peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, according to a statement from MGM+ and ABC Signature. He was in Jamaica, where he was teaching a screenwriting workshop for Strike Star Entertainment.
“We are deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of our brilliant colleague Paul Eckstein, the co-creator and executive producer of Godfather of Harlem and a beloved member of the MGM+ and ABC Signature families,” the companies said. “Working on the series was a labor of love for Paul, who based the show in part on his family’s personal history.
“Paul was passionate, a creative force, known for his kindness and generosity. He was a mentor and friend to many, and he will be dearly missed.”
Eckstein also led the...
- 6/7/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field, Bad Like Brooklyn Dance Hall, Lost Soulz to premiere in New York.
Andrew Herwitz’s The Film Sales Company has boarded worldwide sales rights on three films set to receive their world premieres at Tribeca Festival.
Michael Selditch’s Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field premieres in Spotlight Documentary and chronicles the work of feted costume designer Field, who earned global renown for the likes of Sex And The City and Ugly Betty and garnered an Oscar nod for The Devil Wears Prada.
Kim Cattrall, Lily Collins Sarah Jessica Parker, Darren Star,...
Andrew Herwitz’s The Film Sales Company has boarded worldwide sales rights on three films set to receive their world premieres at Tribeca Festival.
Michael Selditch’s Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field premieres in Spotlight Documentary and chronicles the work of feted costume designer Field, who earned global renown for the likes of Sex And The City and Ugly Betty and garnered an Oscar nod for The Devil Wears Prada.
Kim Cattrall, Lily Collins Sarah Jessica Parker, Darren Star,...
- 6/6/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field, Bad Like Brooklyn Dance Hall, Lost Soulz to premiere in New York.
Andrew Herwitz’s The Film Sales Company has boarded worldwide sales rights on three films set to receive their world premieres at Tribeca Festival.
Michael Selditch’s Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field premieres in Spotlight Documentary and chronicles the work of feted costume designer Field, who earned global renown for the likes of Sex And The City and Ugly Betty and garnered an Oscar nod for The Devil Wears Prada.
Kim Cattrall, Lily Collins Sarah Jessica Parker, Darren Star,...
Andrew Herwitz’s The Film Sales Company has boarded worldwide sales rights on three films set to receive their world premieres at Tribeca Festival.
Michael Selditch’s Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field premieres in Spotlight Documentary and chronicles the work of feted costume designer Field, who earned global renown for the likes of Sex And The City and Ugly Betty and garnered an Oscar nod for The Devil Wears Prada.
Kim Cattrall, Lily Collins Sarah Jessica Parker, Darren Star,...
- 6/6/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Paramount+‘s Queen of the Universe has everything you expect from a singing competition show: live singing, elaborately produced numbers, live voting, a star-studded judges panel, and a host of equal star power. But it ups the ante when the cast performs everything in drag. “The difference between, let’s say, Drag Race and Queen of the Universe is, these are singers first,” says judge/Drag Race All Stars winner Trixie Mattel. “They’re primarily vocal artists, and they do drag. I’m gonna be honest, I’m speaking for them: The drag only complicates things up there.” Evaluating those complicated numbers are Mattel, her fellow Drag Race star Michelle Visage, and Vanessa Williams as returning judges, with Graham Norton as host and Spice Girl Mel B. joining the judges’ panel for Season 2 (the first two episodes are streaming on Paramount+ as of June 2). Visage has been adjudicating RuPaul’s Drag Race for years.
- 6/2/2023
- TV Insider
“Shrinking” star Michael Urie is open to an “Ugly Betty” reboot 13 years after the show’s finale.
The actor appeared on the “Sherri” talk show hosted by actress Sherri Shepherd, where she asked him about having dinner with the cast back in November 2022.
“I gotta ask you about ‘Ugly Betty.’ I saw you having dinner with some of the cast members,” she said. “Were you guys talking about maybe doing a reboot? Because it’s been 13 years since the finale, Michael. Are you going to have a reboot?”
Actress America Ferrera, who played the titular Betty on the show, posted photos of the herself, Urie and Vanessa Williams having dinner together and striking the signature poses of their characters — Betty, Mark and Wilhelmina Slater.
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The actor appeared on the “Sherri” talk show hosted by actress Sherri Shepherd, where she asked him about having dinner with the cast back in November 2022.
“I gotta ask you about ‘Ugly Betty.’ I saw you having dinner with some of the cast members,” she said. “Were you guys talking about maybe doing a reboot? Because it’s been 13 years since the finale, Michael. Are you going to have a reboot?”
Actress America Ferrera, who played the titular Betty on the show, posted photos of the herself, Urie and Vanessa Williams having dinner together and striking the signature poses of their characters — Betty, Mark and Wilhelmina Slater.
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Sherri Shepherd’s Advice to Lizzo: Don’t Post Things You Should Be Telling a Therapist (Video)
“Well, I would love that. We would love that,...
- 6/2/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
It is now officially June, but just because school is out and attention is beginning to shift to what we can do outside, that doesn’t mean that there’s not a ton of new TV to watch. Perhaps realizing that it has more competition during the summer months, Paramount+ is making it easier than ever to discover past seasons of some of its most popular shows right in time for new seasons to drop.
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On Thursday, June 1, the third season of “iCarly” premiered on the streaming service (find out how to watch it here) and on Friday, June 2, Season 2 of “Queen of the Universe” became available as well (get more details here). On Sunday, June 4, the second season of “Joe Pickett” will premiere on Paramount+, and on Thursday, June 15, “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds...
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For a Limited Time, Get 1 Month of Paramount+ With Code: Fatalattraction
On Thursday, June 1, the third season of “iCarly” premiered on the streaming service (find out how to watch it here) and on Friday, June 2, Season 2 of “Queen of the Universe” became available as well (get more details here). On Sunday, June 4, the second season of “Joe Pickett” will premiere on Paramount+, and on Thursday, June 15, “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds...
- 6/2/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
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