‘The Simple Life’ Revisited: See the Golden Years of Millennial Icons Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie
New era, indeed! In a joint Instagram post, Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie announced their return to reality TV via Peacock. Both socialites posted “New Era. Same Besties.” alongside a video of a vintage television displaying static. The former stars of The Simple Life shared no other details. But fans are celebrating the return of the infamous duo and speculating about this new series.
In the spirit of nostalgia, let’s look back at the early 2000s when Hilton and Richie set the standards for millennial fashion and transformed the entertainment industry.
Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie pre-‘Simple Life’ fame Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie in Las Vegas in 2001 and early 2002 | David Klein/Getty Images; Jeff Vespa/WireImage; Donato Sardella/WireImage
Pre-Simple Life, Paris Hilton often landed in tabloids as she partied her way through NYC. The heiress to the Hilton Hotels empire began modeling in 2000 and earned the...
In the spirit of nostalgia, let’s look back at the early 2000s when Hilton and Richie set the standards for millennial fashion and transformed the entertainment industry.
Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie pre-‘Simple Life’ fame Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie in Las Vegas in 2001 and early 2002 | David Klein/Getty Images; Jeff Vespa/WireImage; Donato Sardella/WireImage
Pre-Simple Life, Paris Hilton often landed in tabloids as she partied her way through NYC. The heiress to the Hilton Hotels empire began modeling in 2000 and earned the...
- 5/15/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Bruce Willis teamed up with Quiet Place star Emily Blunt and Joseph Gordon-Levitt for the sci-fi feature Looper. Although an action film, Willis didn’t expect the movie to pack the emotional punch that it did.
How ‘Looper’ caught Bruce Willis by surprise Bruce Willis | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Willis already knew what he was getting into with Looper. He once confided that Looper was one of a handful of projects he immediately wanted to do after reading the script. The 2012 Rian Johnson picture was about a man who illegally travels back in time and is confronted by his younger self. Willis wasn’t a stranger to time travel , films like Twelve Monkeys also focused on heroes trying to change the past. But speaking with Ain’t It Cool, Willis was excited because Looper was about more than just time travel.
“It’s such a huge leap and yet the story is…...
How ‘Looper’ caught Bruce Willis by surprise Bruce Willis | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Willis already knew what he was getting into with Looper. He once confided that Looper was one of a handful of projects he immediately wanted to do after reading the script. The 2012 Rian Johnson picture was about a man who illegally travels back in time and is confronted by his younger self. Willis wasn’t a stranger to time travel , films like Twelve Monkeys also focused on heroes trying to change the past. But speaking with Ain’t It Cool, Willis was excited because Looper was about more than just time travel.
“It’s such a huge leap and yet the story is…...
- 5/8/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Michelle Monaghan was a part of HBO’s long-running anthology series True Detective in its first season. But as much praise as True Detective received, it also experienced its share of criticism. The show’s depiction of its female cast was a point of scrutiny for the series early on, which Monaghan couldn’t have disagreed with more.
How Michelle Monaghan felt about the way women were depicted in ‘True Detective’ Michelle Monaghan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson weren’t the only actors who received attention during True Detective’s first season. The hit show had a few notable female actors a part of its cast as well. Monaghan co-starred right alongside McConaughey and Harrelson, playing the latter’s wife in the crime thriller. She committed to the show after the show’s director, Cary Fukunaga, and showrunner Nic Pizzolatto sent her a script.
How Michelle Monaghan felt about the way women were depicted in ‘True Detective’ Michelle Monaghan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson weren’t the only actors who received attention during True Detective’s first season. The hit show had a few notable female actors a part of its cast as well. Monaghan co-starred right alongside McConaughey and Harrelson, playing the latter’s wife in the crime thriller. She committed to the show after the show’s director, Cary Fukunaga, and showrunner Nic Pizzolatto sent her a script.
- 3/2/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Michelle Monaghan collaborated with Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey for True Detective. What the cast didn’t know at the time, however, was that Monaghan was pregnant. And her pregnancy would have a subtle effect on her performance.
Michelle Monaghan once shared what it was like doing ‘True Detective’ while pregnant Michelle Monaghan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Monaghan portrayed Harrelson’s wife, Maggie, in Nic Pizzolatto’s hit HBO series. Their marriage was often the heart of the series, which showed the evolution of their relationship over the years. But as Monaghan was working with her co-stars, her team was oblivious to the fact that she was pregnant while filming. Monaghan asserted that she wanted to be completely focused on her work, which was why she kept her pregnancy a secret.
“I was at the beginning stages of my pregnancy, and it never really feels real anyway, until...
Michelle Monaghan once shared what it was like doing ‘True Detective’ while pregnant Michelle Monaghan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Monaghan portrayed Harrelson’s wife, Maggie, in Nic Pizzolatto’s hit HBO series. Their marriage was often the heart of the series, which showed the evolution of their relationship over the years. But as Monaghan was working with her co-stars, her team was oblivious to the fact that she was pregnant while filming. Monaghan asserted that she wanted to be completely focused on her work, which was why she kept her pregnancy a secret.
“I was at the beginning stages of my pregnancy, and it never really feels real anyway, until...
- 2/27/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Once upon a time before she married a prince, Meghan Markle was a working actor who starred in the legal drama Suits. The now-duchess played Rachel Zane on the series from 2011 to 2018. Meghan left the show before her royal wedding to Prince Harry, an affair that her Suits co-stars attended.
The show had a resurgence in 2023 when it became available on the streaming platforms Netflix and Peacock. And now, there’s even a new reboot in the works titled Suits: LA. Because of that, there’s been speculation about whether Harry’s wife or any of her castmates will make a cameo in the new series. Meghan’s former co-stars haven’t had any contact with her though, and one even admitted he’s “scared” to talk to her now. Here’s more on that.
One of Meghan’s former co-stars is ‘scared’ to talk to her now Meghan Markle...
The show had a resurgence in 2023 when it became available on the streaming platforms Netflix and Peacock. And now, there’s even a new reboot in the works titled Suits: LA. Because of that, there’s been speculation about whether Harry’s wife or any of her castmates will make a cameo in the new series. Meghan’s former co-stars haven’t had any contact with her though, and one even admitted he’s “scared” to talk to her now. Here’s more on that.
One of Meghan’s former co-stars is ‘scared’ to talk to her now Meghan Markle...
- 2/20/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
For over a decade, Naked and Afraid has challenged people to survive in some of the harshest conditions on earth. The Discovery Channel reality series has aired nearly 200 episodes since it debuted in 2013.
Hundreds of survivalists have competed on Naked and Afraid, with some going on to appear multiple times and cement their status as N&a legends. Others may have only appeared once or twice, but their outrageous behavior still made a major impression. So what happens after their time on the show comes to an end? Here’s where some of the most memorable Naked and Afraid cast members are today.
Jeff Zausch Jeff Zausch of ‘Naked and Afraid’ | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
This is what he lives for. Jeff Zausch is a seven-time Naked and Afraid cast member known for his aggressive, no-holds-barred approach to survival. (He’s also appeared on Peacock’s Snake in the...
Hundreds of survivalists have competed on Naked and Afraid, with some going on to appear multiple times and cement their status as N&a legends. Others may have only appeared once or twice, but their outrageous behavior still made a major impression. So what happens after their time on the show comes to an end? Here’s where some of the most memorable Naked and Afraid cast members are today.
Jeff Zausch Jeff Zausch of ‘Naked and Afraid’ | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
This is what he lives for. Jeff Zausch is a seven-time Naked and Afraid cast member known for his aggressive, no-holds-barred approach to survival. (He’s also appeared on Peacock’s Snake in the...
- 2/18/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Matthew Perry’s death at the age of 54 feels tragically young. The Friends star rose to fame in the 1990s and has walked in and out of the spotlight more than a dozen times over the years. In 2018, he went dark for many months. Perry didn’t just take a break from Hollywood, though. He nearly died. Matthew Perry spent almost half a year inside a hospital room after his colon ruptured. This is what happened.
Matthew Perry revealed that his colon ruptured in 2018
In 2018, Matthew Perry found himself in a life-threatening situation. The actor’s colon had ruptured, and he was in very real danger of dying. In his book, Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing, Perry explained that after years of using opioids, constipation led to his colon rupturing. While he was rushed into emergency surgery, the outlook appeared grim. In his memoir, he recalled his family...
Matthew Perry revealed that his colon ruptured in 2018
In 2018, Matthew Perry found himself in a life-threatening situation. The actor’s colon had ruptured, and he was in very real danger of dying. In his book, Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing, Perry explained that after years of using opioids, constipation led to his colon rupturing. While he was rushed into emergency surgery, the outlook appeared grim. In his memoir, he recalled his family...
- 10/29/2023
- by Andrea Francese
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Peacock has revealed the all-star cast competing in Season 2 of “The Traitors,” featuring a wide variety of reality stars, athletes and even a politician.
Hosted by Alan Cumming, the show gathers 21 players in a remote castle in the Scottish Highlands to compete in challenges to earn a cash prize of up to $250,000. But there’s a catch: some of the competitors, dubbed “the Traitors,” are designated to work from within the ranks to steal the prize from the other contestants, known as “the Faithful.” The season is currently in production and expected to premiere in early 2024.
Season 1 of the competition series became a big hit for the streamer, prompting the production of a reunion special hosted by Andy Cohen. Season 2 will consist of 11 hourlong episodes and a reunion special.
The first season featured a cast of reality television personalities, including Arie Luyendyk Jr. (“The Bachelor” franchise), Brandi Glanville (“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills...
Hosted by Alan Cumming, the show gathers 21 players in a remote castle in the Scottish Highlands to compete in challenges to earn a cash prize of up to $250,000. But there’s a catch: some of the competitors, dubbed “the Traitors,” are designated to work from within the ranks to steal the prize from the other contestants, known as “the Faithful.” The season is currently in production and expected to premiere in early 2024.
Season 1 of the competition series became a big hit for the streamer, prompting the production of a reunion special hosted by Andy Cohen. Season 2 will consist of 11 hourlong episodes and a reunion special.
The first season featured a cast of reality television personalities, including Arie Luyendyk Jr. (“The Bachelor” franchise), Brandi Glanville (“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills...
- 9/21/2023
- by Jose Alejandro Bastidas
- The Wrap
As SAG-AFTRA and the WGA continue to strike and fight for a new deal, the picket lines are remaining full. In fact, they’re so full that multiple series have seen cast and crew reunions while marching.
Some have been spontaneous, as old colleagues run into each other by chance at a given location. Others have been planned, making sure to get as many members out on the lines as possible. So, we rounded up some of the biggest ones, ranging from shows long since ended, to those still fresh in our hearts.
You can check out some of the biggest reunions in the photos below.
“The Good Place” (NBC)
1. The Good Place
On Aug. 2, the cast and crew of “The Good Place” reunited on the picket lines, with actress Jameela Jamil even dressing like her character Tahani. Ted Danson, Kristen Bell, Marc Evan Jackson and more were all on hand for the reunion,...
Some have been spontaneous, as old colleagues run into each other by chance at a given location. Others have been planned, making sure to get as many members out on the lines as possible. So, we rounded up some of the biggest ones, ranging from shows long since ended, to those still fresh in our hearts.
You can check out some of the biggest reunions in the photos below.
“The Good Place” (NBC)
1. The Good Place
On Aug. 2, the cast and crew of “The Good Place” reunited on the picket lines, with actress Jameela Jamil even dressing like her character Tahani. Ted Danson, Kristen Bell, Marc Evan Jackson and more were all on hand for the reunion,...
- 9/14/2023
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
Clockwise from top left: Malcolm X (Warner Bros.), Washington at the 74th Annual Academy Awards (Getty/Frederick M. Brown) Training Day (Warner Bros/Screenshot), Remember The Titans (Buena Vista Pictures/Screenshot), Fences (Paramount). Graphic: The A.V. Club
In 2020, The New York Times anointed Denzel Washington the greatest actor of the 21st century so far.
In 2020, The New York Times anointed Denzel Washington the greatest actor of the 21st century so far.
- 8/31/2023
- by Phil Pirrello
- avclub.com
“Summer’s end is around the bend just flyin’” according to the great John E. Prine and Patrick James McLaughlin, whose song “Summer’s End” appeared in Season 2 of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” covered by Phoebe Bridgers and Maria Taylor. This applies to reality as the seasons and months change, but also to Jenny Han’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” which just wrapped its second season on Prime Video. Don’t blink though, because even though Season 3 is delayed due to the ongoing strikes, it will likely be the last one.
If you’re looking for ways to extend the trip even after that heartbreaking Season 2 finale, TheWrap has gathered a list of shows like “The Summer I Turned Pretty” that you can binge in the meantime.
One of the best parts of making this list was realizing that there is truly no show that captures the essence of...
If you’re looking for ways to extend the trip even after that heartbreaking Season 2 finale, TheWrap has gathered a list of shows like “The Summer I Turned Pretty” that you can binge in the meantime.
One of the best parts of making this list was realizing that there is truly no show that captures the essence of...
- 8/29/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
TLC’s Sister Wives enters uncharted territory during season 18. The former polygamist clan has experienced significant upheavals over the past two years, as three of Kody Brown’s four wives have moved on without him. His only legal wife, Robyn Brown, claims her marriage has been affected since Meri, Janelle, and Christine left. She says it “has been hell” as Kody navigates monogamy and admits as a whole, the polygamist clan “screwed it up.”
Robyn Brown admits her union with Kody Brown has been tested
Kody and Robyn Brown spiritually married in 2010, ahead of moving from Utah to Las Vegas. Their courtship and union were featured in season 1 of Sister Wives.
In December 2014, Kody Brown divorced his legal wife Meri to marry Robyn. The union was to legally adopt Robyn’s three children from her first marriage to David Jessop, and Kody and Meri remained spiritually wed.
However, after marrying Robyn,...
Robyn Brown admits her union with Kody Brown has been tested
Kody and Robyn Brown spiritually married in 2010, ahead of moving from Utah to Las Vegas. Their courtship and union were featured in season 1 of Sister Wives.
In December 2014, Kody Brown divorced his legal wife Meri to marry Robyn. The union was to legally adopt Robyn’s three children from her first marriage to David Jessop, and Kody and Meri remained spiritually wed.
However, after marrying Robyn,...
- 8/21/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The cause of death for late NYPD Blue star Austin Majors has been confirmed six months after the 27-year-old’s unexpected passing. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office has officially listed the cause of death for Majors as fentanyl toxicity and the manner of death has been listed as accidental. According to Deadline, Majors’ name is listed as Austin Setmajor, and his birth surname is Setmajer. Majors died on February 11 in a Los Angeles homeless facility known as Hilda Solis Care First Village where he resided and was believed to have died from fentanyl poisoning at the time before tests had been run. (Credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) The former child actor was best known for playing Andy Sipowicz’s (Dennis Franz) son, Theo Sipowicz on NYPD Blue, but his other roles included parts in shows like ER, Hercules, Threshold, According to Jim, NCIS, American Dad!, Desperate Housewives,...
- 8/8/2023
- TV Insider
As Outlander nears its finale, speculation about the fate of Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Claire Fraser (Caitriona Balfe) are rife among fans. Author Diana Gabaldon recently addressed one such conjecture revolving around Jamie. Still, her response might not be what fans were hoping for.
One fan posited that the series could conclude with Jamie inhabiting a future timeline with Claire. Gabaldon, however, made her stance unequivocally clear with a single, unambiguous response, dashing the hopes of those who love this idea.
‘Outlander’ author Diana Gabaldon with stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Diana Gabaldon gives a curt response to the idea that Jamie Fraser can time travel
With Outlander wrapping up next season, many fans are eager to discover what happens to Jamie and Claire Fraser. Regarding the former, Gabaldon just put a damper on a popular theory.
The theory suggests that the series will...
One fan posited that the series could conclude with Jamie inhabiting a future timeline with Claire. Gabaldon, however, made her stance unequivocally clear with a single, unambiguous response, dashing the hopes of those who love this idea.
‘Outlander’ author Diana Gabaldon with stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Diana Gabaldon gives a curt response to the idea that Jamie Fraser can time travel
With Outlander wrapping up next season, many fans are eager to discover what happens to Jamie and Claire Fraser. Regarding the former, Gabaldon just put a damper on a popular theory.
The theory suggests that the series will...
- 7/25/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Renowned for creating the hit series Yellowstone, Taylor Sheridan isn’t one to wrap up character arcs with a meaningless death. With the surprising departure of Kevin Costner from the show, fans have been speculating how Sheridan will conclude the journey of Costner’s character, John Dutton.
Costner’s exit has certainly complicated things. But Sheridan recently assured fans that he won’t kill off Dutton in a “f**k you car crash” like he experienced in Sons of Anarchy.
Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Taylor Sheridan reveals he does not plan on pointlessly killing off Kevin Costner
Costner’s sudden departure has accelerated Sheridan’s original timeline for Yellowstone. He always had a roadmap for the final story of John Dutton but clarified that he won’t write him off without a valid narrative reason.
Speaking to Hollywood Reporter, Sheridan recalled his own abrupt exit from Sons of Anarchy,...
Costner’s exit has certainly complicated things. But Sheridan recently assured fans that he won’t kill off Dutton in a “f**k you car crash” like he experienced in Sons of Anarchy.
Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Taylor Sheridan reveals he does not plan on pointlessly killing off Kevin Costner
Costner’s sudden departure has accelerated Sheridan’s original timeline for Yellowstone. He always had a roadmap for the final story of John Dutton but clarified that he won’t write him off without a valid narrative reason.
Speaking to Hollywood Reporter, Sheridan recalled his own abrupt exit from Sons of Anarchy,...
- 7/5/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
King of Queens ran for nine seasons. By all accounts, the show was a successful one, and it still has staying power today. Available for streaming on Peacock, there has been some renewed interest in the classic series. Watching episodes in quick succession makes glaring mistakes a bit more obvious, though. With every binge-watch, a new continuity error is discovered. We’ve collected the King of Queens’ three most egregious continuity errors for your consideration.
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Spence ate peanut M&Ms before revealing he had a peanut allergy
A peanut allergy is no laughing matter. Apparently, Doug Heffernan’s best friend, Spence Olchin, had a peanut allergy so severe it required a hospital visit. Spence’s frail health and allergies were a storyline more than once on King of Queens,...
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A peanut allergy is no laughing matter. Apparently, Doug Heffernan’s best friend, Spence Olchin, had a peanut allergy so severe it required a hospital visit. Spence’s frail health and allergies were a storyline more than once on King of Queens,...
- 5/28/2023
- by Andrea Francese
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Some Survivor contestants will stop at nothing in their attempt to win the game. Things can get pretty ugly as castaways fight to be the last one standing in the popular CBS reality series. So, perhaps it shouldn’t come as a surprise that a few cast members have bent – or broken – the rules back in the real world. After returning home, these six Survivor players have found themselves on the wrong side of the law.
Richard Hatch ‘Survivor’ contestants Richard Hatch and Susan Hawk | CBS via Getty Images
Richard Hatch capably played the role of the villain on Survivor’s first season back in 2000. His ruthless approach to the competition meant he walked away the winner. But a few years later, a jury convicted him of failing to pay taxes on his $1 million in prize money from the show. He served 51 months in federal prison. But the stint behind...
Richard Hatch ‘Survivor’ contestants Richard Hatch and Susan Hawk | CBS via Getty Images
Richard Hatch capably played the role of the villain on Survivor’s first season back in 2000. His ruthless approach to the competition meant he walked away the winner. But a few years later, a jury convicted him of failing to pay taxes on his $1 million in prize money from the show. He served 51 months in federal prison. But the stint behind...
- 5/27/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Jeff Zausch is playing for keeps. The veteran Naked and Afraid participant is one of 12 survivalists fighting to take home a $100,000 prize on the Discovery Channel reality series Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing. His aggressive approach to the competition hasn’t won him many fans among his fellow castmates, but he doesn’t care. His goal is to walk away the big winner, not make friends, he said in a recent social media post.
‘Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing’ switches up the rules of the survival show Jeff Zausch of ‘Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing’ | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing, which premiered May 7, adds an element of competition to the long-running survival series. A dozen people who’ve appeared in past seasons of the show are participating in a multi-phase challenge. In the first phase, six pairs of contestants must last 21 days in the wilderness.
‘Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing’ switches up the rules of the survival show Jeff Zausch of ‘Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing’ | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing, which premiered May 7, adds an element of competition to the long-running survival series. A dozen people who’ve appeared in past seasons of the show are participating in a multi-phase challenge. In the first phase, six pairs of contestants must last 21 days in the wilderness.
- 5/21/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
There’s drama surrounding Paramount’s Yellowstone Season 5. John Dutton actor Kevin Costner is reportedly done with the series and not continuing to film after season 5 concludes — and fans also wonder about what’s next for Taylor Sheridan’s beloved Western. Additionally, filming for the fifth season is currently paused. So, how many episodes should fans expect to see in Yellowstone Season 5?
‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 will have 14 episodes ‘Yellowstone’ | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
By the time Yellowstone Season 5 concludes, fans will have 14 episodes to watch, which makes it the longest season yet. The first half of season 5 was eight episodes in length, and fans anxiously await news regarding part 2 of season 5.
While viewers hope to see the remaining six episodes of season 5 by the summer of 2023, they may have to wait longer due to the drama with Kevin Costner. Costner is reportedly finished with the series after season 5. Puck News...
‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 will have 14 episodes ‘Yellowstone’ | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
By the time Yellowstone Season 5 concludes, fans will have 14 episodes to watch, which makes it the longest season yet. The first half of season 5 was eight episodes in length, and fans anxiously await news regarding part 2 of season 5.
While viewers hope to see the remaining six episodes of season 5 by the summer of 2023, they may have to wait longer due to the drama with Kevin Costner. Costner is reportedly finished with the series after season 5. Puck News...
- 5/4/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The fifth season of Yellowstone is coming to a close, but the real drama is happening behind the scenes. Creator Taylor Sheridan and lead star Kevin Costner are at the center of a feud that’s been grabbing headlines.
Despite rumors that the series may end because of the tension, Sheridan had already been discussing the show’s conclusion well before the conflict erupted. As avid fans eagerly anticipate the second half of season 5, the fate of Yellowstone remains uncertain.
Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Taylor Sheridan openly discusses the end of his hit western drama
The second half of Yellowstone Season 5 is expected to air this year. But what happens beyond that is anyone’s guess.
While the drama with Costner is threatening the future of the series, Sheridan has already talked about how he wants it to end. In an interview with Deadline,...
Despite rumors that the series may end because of the tension, Sheridan had already been discussing the show’s conclusion well before the conflict erupted. As avid fans eagerly anticipate the second half of season 5, the fate of Yellowstone remains uncertain.
Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Taylor Sheridan openly discusses the end of his hit western drama
The second half of Yellowstone Season 5 is expected to air this year. But what happens beyond that is anyone’s guess.
While the drama with Costner is threatening the future of the series, Sheridan has already talked about how he wants it to end. In an interview with Deadline,...
- 4/28/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Boardwalk Empire might have low key been one of HBO’s greatest shows of all time. Of course, other iconic series such as The Sopranos and The Wire will go down in history as the absolute best, but those who love crime dramas — and anything Martin Scorsese touches — will likely agree that Boardwalk Empire is up there with the best of them.
The show starred James Buscemi and Kelly MacDonald, among others, and its premise navigated the Prohibition Era (and the secret underworld of illegal alcohol) in Atlantic City. Produced by Martin Scorsese, the cast and crew alone made the show almost destined to be a hit. But after season one, Kelly MacDonald, who played Margaret Schroeder, went so far as say that working with Scorsese “ruins you.”
Martin Scorsese; Kelly MacDonald | John W. Ferguson/FilmMagic; Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images ‘Boardwalk Empire’ ran from 2010-2014
Why does it seem...
The show starred James Buscemi and Kelly MacDonald, among others, and its premise navigated the Prohibition Era (and the secret underworld of illegal alcohol) in Atlantic City. Produced by Martin Scorsese, the cast and crew alone made the show almost destined to be a hit. But after season one, Kelly MacDonald, who played Margaret Schroeder, went so far as say that working with Scorsese “ruins you.”
Martin Scorsese; Kelly MacDonald | John W. Ferguson/FilmMagic; Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images ‘Boardwalk Empire’ ran from 2010-2014
Why does it seem...
- 4/19/2023
- by Julia Mullaney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Veronica Mars was one of many TV show reboots to make waves in recent years. Unlike some of the other ill-fated attempts at bringing back a phenomenon whose time had come and gone, the noir crime drama’s much-delayed fourth season still managed to captivate the series’ considerable fan base.
Kristen Bell and Jason Dohring | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
One of the main reasons the reboot pulled viewers back in — and the reason its finale was so shocking — was the chemistry between on-screen lovebirds Veronica and Logan. The romance that started in high school was still going strong when they reappeared years later, but it wasn’t written into the original script.
Jason Dohring played Logan on ‘Veronica Mars’
The original Veronica Mars series premiered in 2004 on Upn, a network in its final years. It would run until 2007, finishing up on Upn’s successor (and teen drama playland) The CW.
Kristen Bell and Jason Dohring | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
One of the main reasons the reboot pulled viewers back in — and the reason its finale was so shocking — was the chemistry between on-screen lovebirds Veronica and Logan. The romance that started in high school was still going strong when they reappeared years later, but it wasn’t written into the original script.
Jason Dohring played Logan on ‘Veronica Mars’
The original Veronica Mars series premiered in 2004 on Upn, a network in its final years. It would run until 2007, finishing up on Upn’s successor (and teen drama playland) The CW.
- 4/3/2023
- by Michelle Cason
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s been almost 15 years since Big Brother 10 premiered on CBS, and it ended up being one of (if not the) best seasons in the reality competition show’s history. Season 10 introduced Dan Gheesling, a Big Brother legend, and it included big personalities such as Keesha Smith, Renny Martyn, and Libra Thompson. Plus, Big Brother 10 featured the oldest houseguest in the show’s history — Jerry MacDonald.
Julie Chen Moonves | Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Jerry MacDonald came in third place in ‘Big Brother 10’
Jerry MacDonald, 75 years old then, was one of 13 contestants to enter the Big Brother 10 house in 2008. But before stepping inside, they all had to vote on who they wanted to be the first Head of Household based on first impressions. And a few hours later, after entering the game, Jerry learned he was the first Hoh.
Jerry stuck to the status...
Julie Chen Moonves | Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Jerry MacDonald came in third place in ‘Big Brother 10’
Jerry MacDonald, 75 years old then, was one of 13 contestants to enter the Big Brother 10 house in 2008. But before stepping inside, they all had to vote on who they wanted to be the first Head of Household based on first impressions. And a few hours later, after entering the game, Jerry learned he was the first Hoh.
Jerry stuck to the status...
- 4/1/2023
- by Sarah Little
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Big Brother producers love to bring back former players for a second shot at the $750,000 and winner title. CBS has given fans two All-Stars seasons (one more successful than the other), a returning duos twist in season 13, coaches in season 14, and more. But one houseguest from Big Brother Season 10 is patiently awaiting his return to the game.
Julie Chen Moonves | Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Jerry MacDonald competed in ‘Big Brother’ Season 10
Big Brother Season 10 aired in 2008 and featured 13 new houseguests, including the oldest contestant in the show’s history (even to this day) — Jerry MacDonald. Jerry was 75 years old at the time of the competition.
Before entering the house, the cast had to vote for who they wanted to be the first Head of Household based on first impressions. Later on, after walking into the house and competing in the season’s first food competition, Big Brother...
Julie Chen Moonves | Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Jerry MacDonald competed in ‘Big Brother’ Season 10
Big Brother Season 10 aired in 2008 and featured 13 new houseguests, including the oldest contestant in the show’s history (even to this day) — Jerry MacDonald. Jerry was 75 years old at the time of the competition.
Before entering the house, the cast had to vote for who they wanted to be the first Head of Household based on first impressions. Later on, after walking into the house and competing in the season’s first food competition, Big Brother...
- 3/18/2023
- by Sarah Little
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s been over 10 years since Dan Gheesling played Big Brother, but his presence is still felt on the show and within the fandom. Many viewers consider him one of the best Big Brother players ever. As a result, former and new houseguests constantly try to emulate Dan’s game. But now that the CBS reality competition series is (seemingly) a thing of the past for Dan, what has he been doing with his life?
Dan Gheesling | Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Dan won ‘Big Brother 10’ and was the runner-up in ‘Big Brother 14’
CBS introduced fans to the legend Dan Gheesling when Big Brother 10 premiered in 2008. He was one of 13 new houseguests to enter the game. And sadly for Dan, he didn’t get off to a great start inside the house. Dan’s closest ally, Brian Hart, was the first person evicted from the game...
Dan Gheesling | Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Dan won ‘Big Brother 10’ and was the runner-up in ‘Big Brother 14’
CBS introduced fans to the legend Dan Gheesling when Big Brother 10 premiered in 2008. He was one of 13 new houseguests to enter the game. And sadly for Dan, he didn’t get off to a great start inside the house. Dan’s closest ally, Brian Hart, was the first person evicted from the game...
- 3/13/2023
- by Sarah Little
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
From 1999 – 2007, daytime soap fans enjoyed a daily escape to the fictional New England town of Harmony, where things were often anything but harmonious. From love triangles to tragedies to witches and a real-life doll named Timmy, Passions was quite a thrilling soap.
Many of the actors from the show kept in touch after things wrapped up, remaining friends for years to come. One of the longest-running friendships is that of Rodney Van Johnson and James Hyde, who played T.C. Russell and Sam Bennett, respectively. Not only are these two still close friends, but they’ve both recently re-entered the world of soap opera work.
Rodney Van Johnson and James Hyde are both soap opera veterans Rodney Van Johnson speaks at a panel discussion in 2013 I Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Van Johnson and Hyde both played essential characters on Passions, but it wasn’t the first soap stint for either actor.
Many of the actors from the show kept in touch after things wrapped up, remaining friends for years to come. One of the longest-running friendships is that of Rodney Van Johnson and James Hyde, who played T.C. Russell and Sam Bennett, respectively. Not only are these two still close friends, but they’ve both recently re-entered the world of soap opera work.
Rodney Van Johnson and James Hyde are both soap opera veterans Rodney Van Johnson speaks at a panel discussion in 2013 I Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Van Johnson and Hyde both played essential characters on Passions, but it wasn’t the first soap stint for either actor.
- 3/12/2023
- by Jessica Wick
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
If you were a soap fan in the early 2000s, you probably knew about the wild antics of NBC’s Passions. Known for pushing the envelope even by soap standards, you never knew what you’d see when you tuned in to watch the adventures of the Krane, Russell, Bennett, and Lopez-Fitzgerald families. From witches and warlocks to actual portals to hell, the show never ceased to push the limits — and the actors never seemed to mind.
Rodney Van Johnson played the role of T.C. Russell on the show, spanning nearly its entire run from 1999 – 2007 (he was dropped to recurring status in its final year). While he was largely grateful for the opportunity to work in the industry, he admitted that part of it took a personal toll on him — and there was one aspect that was especially challenging.
Rodney Van Johnson hated playing the ‘angry Black man’ Rodney...
Rodney Van Johnson played the role of T.C. Russell on the show, spanning nearly its entire run from 1999 – 2007 (he was dropped to recurring status in its final year). While he was largely grateful for the opportunity to work in the industry, he admitted that part of it took a personal toll on him — and there was one aspect that was especially challenging.
Rodney Van Johnson hated playing the ‘angry Black man’ Rodney...
- 3/11/2023
- by Jessica Wick
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Vampire Diaries has long been one of the top supernatural drama shows of all time. The series ran for eight seasons. And even after it went off the air, the universe stayed alive through spinoff shows, novels, and comic books. Over the years, The Vampire Diaries has been at the center of many fan conspiracies and controversies. In a 2015 panel interview, two years before The Vampire Diaries went off the air, executive producer Caroline Dries opened up about why she and the other producers decided to destroy “The Other Side” in the series.
What is ‘The Other Side’ in ‘The Vampire Diaries’?
“The Other Side” has an important place in the mythology of The Vampire Diaries. It is a supernatural dimension where the spirits of the dead reside in a type of limbo. “The Other Side” wasn’t given a name until the third season of the show, when...
What is ‘The Other Side’ in ‘The Vampire Diaries’?
“The Other Side” has an important place in the mythology of The Vampire Diaries. It is a supernatural dimension where the spirits of the dead reside in a type of limbo. “The Other Side” wasn’t given a name until the third season of the show, when...
- 3/9/2023
- by Christina Nunn
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Will these heartland hunks be able to find love? Fox’s new reality series Farmer Wants a Wife follows four eligible bachelors who are searching for the perfect woman to complete their down-home life. The ultra-country guys will meet a group of single ladies who are hoping to ditch the comforts of the city for the charm of the country.
If the dating show’s concept sounds a bit familiar, that’s because this isn’t the first time Farmer Wants a Wife has aired in the U.S. A different version of the series – which is based on a British reality show of the same name – aired in 2008.
‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ is popular worldwide
The original version of Farmer Wants a Wife premiered in the U.K. in 2001. The show has since gone on to air in 35 countries, including in Australia, where it’s lasted 12 seasons. And for a reality dating series,...
If the dating show’s concept sounds a bit familiar, that’s because this isn’t the first time Farmer Wants a Wife has aired in the U.S. A different version of the series – which is based on a British reality show of the same name – aired in 2008.
‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ is popular worldwide
The original version of Farmer Wants a Wife premiered in the U.K. in 2001. The show has since gone on to air in 35 countries, including in Australia, where it’s lasted 12 seasons. And for a reality dating series,...
- 3/8/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Hollywood typically casts 20-something actors as teens, primarily due to labor laws. The Vampire Diaries was no different, with most of the cast members in their early to mid-20s when the teen drama began. By the time Tvd ended after eight seasons, its actors had aged. Ian Somerhalder was one of the oldest on the show, so how old was he while on The Vampire Diaries?
Ian Somerhalder’s age when he appeared in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Ian Somerhalder of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ in 2015 | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Somerhalder swooped in as the brooding and impulsive Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries in June 2009. The star was 30 when he began playing a character over a century old. But Damon had become a vampire at 25, hence his youthful appearance. That’s five years younger than Somerhalder when he debuted as the character.
The actor appeared in all eight seasons...
Ian Somerhalder’s age when he appeared in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Ian Somerhalder of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ in 2015 | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Somerhalder swooped in as the brooding and impulsive Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries in June 2009. The star was 30 when he began playing a character over a century old. But Damon had become a vampire at 25, hence his youthful appearance. That’s five years younger than Somerhalder when he debuted as the character.
The actor appeared in all eight seasons...
- 2/20/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Rodney Van Johnson is best known for his work on the soap opera Passions. For eight years, Johnson played T.C. Russell. While the role earned him fame, there were aspects of the job Johnson hated.
Passions star Rodney Van Johnson I Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Rodney Van Johnson played T.C. Russell on ‘Passions’
Johnson was one of the original cast members of Passions when it debuted in July 1999. The actor portrayed T.C., the patriarch of the Russell family. T.C. is married to Eve Russell (Tracey Ross), and they have two daughters, Whitney Russell (Brook Kerr) and Simone Russell (Cathy Jenee Doe).
T.C. is a tennis instructor whose dreams of playing professionally were dashed after a knee injury in a car wreck. The Russell patriarch blamed his longtime rival Julian Crane (Ben Masters) for the accident and ruining his career. T.C. has a temper...
Passions star Rodney Van Johnson I Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images Rodney Van Johnson played T.C. Russell on ‘Passions’
Johnson was one of the original cast members of Passions when it debuted in July 1999. The actor portrayed T.C., the patriarch of the Russell family. T.C. is married to Eve Russell (Tracey Ross), and they have two daughters, Whitney Russell (Brook Kerr) and Simone Russell (Cathy Jenee Doe).
T.C. is a tennis instructor whose dreams of playing professionally were dashed after a knee injury in a car wreck. The Russell patriarch blamed his longtime rival Julian Crane (Ben Masters) for the accident and ruining his career. T.C. has a temper...
- 2/19/2023
- by Carol Cassada
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Austin Majors, a young actor best known for his role in NYPD Blue has died. He was just 27 years old. The former child star’s death was announced by TMZ which reported Majors had died Saturday, February 11 while boarding at a homeless housing facility in Los Angeles. While no exact cause of death has been officially determined, a source close to the deceased told the outlet that no foul play is suspected and instead it’s believed Majors died from ingesting a fatal amount of fentanyl. (Credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) An autopsy and toxicology report will be conducted at a later date in hopes of finding out more information. Regarding his death, Majors’ family released a statement, which reads that he was “a loving, artistic, brilliant, and kind human being. Austin took great joy and pride in his acting career. He was an active Eagle Scout and graduated Salutatorian in High School.
- 2/14/2023
- TV Insider
On Dec. 20, 2022, the acting world lost a star whose career lasted over 50 years. Quinn K. Redeker was best known for his work on two big daytime dramas, One Life to Live and The Young and the Restless. However, his career was far more diverse than many realize. Although he was a celebrated actor, there were other things he did in Hollywood that meant even more to him. Here are some facts you may not know about Redeker and everything he achieved.
Quinn Redeker became a daytime drama star
The Y&r Family sends our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Quinn Redeker who blessed Y&r with his talents in two memorable roles. pic.twitter.com/EFe7Prf5WX
— Young & The Restless (@YRInsider) January 9, 2023
According to Deadline, Quinn Redeker died of natural causes on Dec. 20, 2022, at the age of 86. His daughter, Arianne Raser, announced his death in January.
Quinn Redeker became a daytime drama star
The Y&r Family sends our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Quinn Redeker who blessed Y&r with his talents in two memorable roles. pic.twitter.com/EFe7Prf5WX
— Young & The Restless (@YRInsider) January 9, 2023
According to Deadline, Quinn Redeker died of natural causes on Dec. 20, 2022, at the age of 86. His daughter, Arianne Raser, announced his death in January.
- 2/12/2023
- by Kira Martin
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
When vampires are the lovers, The Vampire Diaries had to come up with villains even more dangerous than vampires. Klaus Mikaelson (Joseph Morgan) was a good one. A hybrid vampire and werewolf, Klaus caused plenty of trouble for Stefan (Paul Wesley), Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Elena (Nina Dobrev) and Morgan loved every minute of it.
Joseph Morgan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Image
Morgan was on a Television Critics Association for the Badass Boys of The CW in 2012, midway through season 3. That would be the season Klaus got staked with White Oak, but that wouldn’t be the end of Klaus anyway. Morgan shared just why he loved playing a sociopathic werewolf vampire hybrid.
Joseph Morgan loved Klaus’s ‘sociopathic nature’ on ‘The Vampire Diaries’
The panel was asked their favorite parts of each of their characters. This included Nikita’s Shane West and Supernatural’s Jared Padalecki. Vampire Diaries fans...
Joseph Morgan | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Image
Morgan was on a Television Critics Association for the Badass Boys of The CW in 2012, midway through season 3. That would be the season Klaus got staked with White Oak, but that wouldn’t be the end of Klaus anyway. Morgan shared just why he loved playing a sociopathic werewolf vampire hybrid.
Joseph Morgan loved Klaus’s ‘sociopathic nature’ on ‘The Vampire Diaries’
The panel was asked their favorite parts of each of their characters. This included Nikita’s Shane West and Supernatural’s Jared Padalecki. Vampire Diaries fans...
- 2/11/2023
- by Fred Topel
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
‘Chicago P.D.’: Dick Wolf Told 2 Cast Members ‘I Can Kill You at Anytime’ at the 1st Dinner They Had
Chicago P.D. began as a spinoff of Chicago Fire. But while the two NBC shows have crossed over time and again, they remain individual fan favorites in their own right.
Together these two, along with Chicago Med and the short-lived Chicago Justice, are part of the network’s Chicago franchise. But even big fans might be shocked by this bit of behind-the-scenes trivia regarding co-creator Dick Wolf.
NBC’s ‘Chicago’ franchise has featured some tragic deaths
Given the dangerous nature of the titular professions, fans should enter the Chicago shows expecting the occasional character death. The series shows have definitely delivered on that front.
Chicago P.D. in particular perhaps features the greatest likelihood of bloodshed as Detective Sergeant Hank Voight (Jason Beghe) and his Intelligence Unit put themselves in harm’s way to do their duty. Alvin Olinsky (Elias Koteas), a key part of the show’s first five seasons,...
Together these two, along with Chicago Med and the short-lived Chicago Justice, are part of the network’s Chicago franchise. But even big fans might be shocked by this bit of behind-the-scenes trivia regarding co-creator Dick Wolf.
NBC’s ‘Chicago’ franchise has featured some tragic deaths
Given the dangerous nature of the titular professions, fans should enter the Chicago shows expecting the occasional character death. The series shows have definitely delivered on that front.
Chicago P.D. in particular perhaps features the greatest likelihood of bloodshed as Detective Sergeant Hank Voight (Jason Beghe) and his Intelligence Unit put themselves in harm’s way to do their duty. Alvin Olinsky (Elias Koteas), a key part of the show’s first five seasons,...
- 2/7/2023
- by Robert Yaniz Jr.
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Between The Vampire Diaries and The Originals, it’s clear these shows don’t shy away from melodrama. Characters say what they mean, or at least loudly lie about it in a way that makes their intentions clear to the viewer. But as fans revisit both shows, they’re finding a lot more to chew on than a first viewing implies, especially regarding Klaus Mikaelson.
Klaus’ romantic life was always fraught. He always leaned toward a particular type of woman for his significant romances. And some fans are convinced that there are deep-seated, familial reasons for all that.
Did Klaus Mikaelson really have a thing for women who look like his sister?
Klaus became a huge part of The Vampire Diaries extended universe. He carried The Originals, and even made appearances in the latest spinoff, Legacies. Actor Joseph Morgan earned that status by bringing more to the character than there was on the page.
Klaus’ romantic life was always fraught. He always leaned toward a particular type of woman for his significant romances. And some fans are convinced that there are deep-seated, familial reasons for all that.
Did Klaus Mikaelson really have a thing for women who look like his sister?
Klaus became a huge part of The Vampire Diaries extended universe. He carried The Originals, and even made appearances in the latest spinoff, Legacies. Actor Joseph Morgan earned that status by bringing more to the character than there was on the page.
- 1/25/2023
- by Agustin Mojica
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
“Top Gun: Maverick” is, without a doubt, one of Hollywood’s biggest success stories. The long-awaited follow-up to the 1986 cult classic film “Top Gun,” “Maverick’s” domestic theatrical gross soared over 700 million; making it one of the top 5 highest-grossing North American films of all time, alongside “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” “Avengers: Endgame,” “Spider-Man: No Way Home” and “Avatar.”
There are a lot of things about “Maverick” that make it worthy of such sweeping success: epic, adrenaline-pinching stunts performed by the franchise’s frontman Tom Cruise, whip-smart dialogue and heartwarming friendships and relationships that are impossible not to root for.
But one of the elements that audiences are most taken with in the new film is that it is a great throwback experience that provides the perfect dosage of nostalgia from “Top Gun.” With that in mind, we saw it high time we look back at the characters in the...
There are a lot of things about “Maverick” that make it worthy of such sweeping success: epic, adrenaline-pinching stunts performed by the franchise’s frontman Tom Cruise, whip-smart dialogue and heartwarming friendships and relationships that are impossible not to root for.
But one of the elements that audiences are most taken with in the new film is that it is a great throwback experience that provides the perfect dosage of nostalgia from “Top Gun.” With that in mind, we saw it high time we look back at the characters in the...
- 12/22/2022
- by Aurora Amidon
- The Wrap
Timothy Dalton, the classically trained Shakespearean actor who also famously portrayed James Bond in The Living Daylights and License To Kill, has joined the cast of Yellowstone‘s upcoming prequel 1923. Most recently, Dalton portrayed Niles Caulder in HBO Max’s Doom Patrol. According to Deadline, Dalton will portray Donald Whitfield, a powerful, self-confident man who reeks of wealth and the lack of empathy it requires to attain it. He is intimidating and nefarious and is used to getting what he wants. (Credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) Dalton joins previously announced cast members Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Brandon Sklenar, Sebastian Roche, Darren Mann, Michelle Randolph, James Badge Dale, Marley Shelton, Brian Geraghty, Aminah Nieves, Julia Schlaepfer, Robert Patrick, and Jerome Flynn. From Taylor Sheridan, 1923 will introduce a new generation of the Dutton family and explore the early twentieth century when pandemics, historic drought, the end of Prohibition, and the Great...
- 10/14/2022
- TV Insider
Image Source: Getty / Frederick M. Brown
Trigger warning: The following story discusses alcoholism and a detailed account of suicidal ideation.
Despite current calls for her freedom, it's become uncomfortably clear how mistreated Britney Spears once was by the public and popular media. Released on Feb. 5, the documentary Framing Britney Spears has sparked conversation about the pop star's highly publicized breakdown in 2007 and the subsequent mischaracterization of the incident as a comical fall from grace, rather than a show of her humanity. The late-night circuit at the time was unsurprisingly unkind to Britney. Craig Ferguson, however, was a memorable outlier.
On Feb. 20, 2007 - just days after Britney memorably shaved her head - Craig, who hosted The Late Late Show for nearly a decade from 2005 to 2014, opened his show with a meditation on fame, his own sobriety, and why he wouldn't be partaking in the public ridicule. The monologue has since been...
Trigger warning: The following story discusses alcoholism and a detailed account of suicidal ideation.
Despite current calls for her freedom, it's become uncomfortably clear how mistreated Britney Spears once was by the public and popular media. Released on Feb. 5, the documentary Framing Britney Spears has sparked conversation about the pop star's highly publicized breakdown in 2007 and the subsequent mischaracterization of the incident as a comical fall from grace, rather than a show of her humanity. The late-night circuit at the time was unsurprisingly unkind to Britney. Craig Ferguson, however, was a memorable outlier.
On Feb. 20, 2007 - just days after Britney memorably shaved her head - Craig, who hosted The Late Late Show for nearly a decade from 2005 to 2014, opened his show with a meditation on fame, his own sobriety, and why he wouldn't be partaking in the public ridicule. The monologue has since been...
- 2/9/2021
- by Kelsey Garcia
- Popsugar.com
Image Source: Getty / Frederick M. Brown
In an alternate universe, there's a chance actor Rob Lowe is out there playing Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy. Of course, in this universe, the role was originated by Patrick Dempsey, who had us all swooning from the minute he saunters into Meredith Grey's life up until he leaves the medical drama in tragic fashion in season 11. But according to Lowe, the role of McDreamy was almost his, and turning it down apparently cost him $70 million.
During a recent episode of the podcast Wtf With Marc Maron, the 55-year-old Parks and Recreation star joked about how he frequently turns down roles. Eventually the conversation steered toward the iconic role in Shonda Rhimes's long-running ABC show, which Lowe initially discussed in his 2014 memoir, Love Life.
Related: 15 Grey's Anatomy Patients Who Checked In and Stole Our Hearts
"Dude, I turned down Grey's Anatomy. That probably cost me $70 million,...
In an alternate universe, there's a chance actor Rob Lowe is out there playing Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy. Of course, in this universe, the role was originated by Patrick Dempsey, who had us all swooning from the minute he saunters into Meredith Grey's life up until he leaves the medical drama in tragic fashion in season 11. But according to Lowe, the role of McDreamy was almost his, and turning it down apparently cost him $70 million.
During a recent episode of the podcast Wtf With Marc Maron, the 55-year-old Parks and Recreation star joked about how he frequently turns down roles. Eventually the conversation steered toward the iconic role in Shonda Rhimes's long-running ABC show, which Lowe initially discussed in his 2014 memoir, Love Life.
Related: 15 Grey's Anatomy Patients Who Checked In and Stole Our Hearts
"Dude, I turned down Grey's Anatomy. That probably cost me $70 million,...
- 3/31/2019
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
Image Source: Getty / Michael Zagaris
Whitney Houston is arguably one of the greatest pop stars who ever lived. She sold hundreds of millions of records worldwide and remains the only artist to chart seven consecutive number one Billboard Hot 100 songs. No DJ in their right mind would let a night pass without playing "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" at least once. But amid all the fame and glamour of being "The Voice" of a generation, there was a dark side to Whitney's life that many have tried to unravel since her death in 2012.
What makes the Kevin Macdonald-directed documentary Whitney, in theaters July 6, different from the plethora of think pieces surrounding her life and death? That would be executive producer, Pat Houston, Whitney's sister-in-law and former manager. Pat played a huge role in the making of the doc, convincing multiple family members to agree to be interviewed. Those interviews make...
Whitney Houston is arguably one of the greatest pop stars who ever lived. She sold hundreds of millions of records worldwide and remains the only artist to chart seven consecutive number one Billboard Hot 100 songs. No DJ in their right mind would let a night pass without playing "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" at least once. But amid all the fame and glamour of being "The Voice" of a generation, there was a dark side to Whitney's life that many have tried to unravel since her death in 2012.
What makes the Kevin Macdonald-directed documentary Whitney, in theaters July 6, different from the plethora of think pieces surrounding her life and death? That would be executive producer, Pat Houston, Whitney's sister-in-law and former manager. Pat played a huge role in the making of the doc, convincing multiple family members to agree to be interviewed. Those interviews make...
- 7/6/2018
- by Mekishana Pierre
- Popsugar.com
(Warning, comrades: The following classified document contains spoilers for the series finale of The Americans.)
After six seasons and 75 episodes, one of the best spy thrillers in TV history aired its last chapter – not with one last eruption of violence, but with an ending more muted and melancholy. Back in 2013, FX's The Americans opened its story at the dawn of the Reagan era, following a pair of undercover Kgb agents, masquerading as married D.C. yuppies Philip and Elizabeth Jennings. The series closed with the rise of Gorbachev and...
After six seasons and 75 episodes, one of the best spy thrillers in TV history aired its last chapter – not with one last eruption of violence, but with an ending more muted and melancholy. Back in 2013, FX's The Americans opened its story at the dawn of the Reagan era, following a pair of undercover Kgb agents, masquerading as married D.C. yuppies Philip and Elizabeth Jennings. The series closed with the rise of Gorbachev and...
- 5/31/2018
- Rollingstone.com
Hollywood's men proudly stood next to the dozens of women who sent a strong message in their all-black ensembles at the 75th Golden Globe Awards on Sunday.
As part of the Time's Up initiative, prominent female figures in the entertainment industry encouraged attendees to wear black as a way to express solidarity for the countless victims of sexual harassment and misconduct.
“I’m first and foremost a feminist. I have been my entire life. I have two amazing older sisters, an amazing mother and a father that supports all of us and all of them,” Milo Ventimiglia told Et’s Nancy O’Dell on the red carpet, alongside This Is Us co-star Justin Hartley. “Being a man of this industry and doing my best and even our best to even be good men -- I can speak for this man, he is a good man -- to support women in this industry and across the board in all industries...
As part of the Time's Up initiative, prominent female figures in the entertainment industry encouraged attendees to wear black as a way to express solidarity for the countless victims of sexual harassment and misconduct.
“I’m first and foremost a feminist. I have been my entire life. I have two amazing older sisters, an amazing mother and a father that supports all of us and all of them,” Milo Ventimiglia told Et’s Nancy O’Dell on the red carpet, alongside This Is Us co-star Justin Hartley. “Being a man of this industry and doing my best and even our best to even be good men -- I can speak for this man, he is a good man -- to support women in this industry and across the board in all industries...
- 1/8/2018
- Entertainment Tonight
The stars certainly made a statement on the red carpet at the 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards.
In honor of the "Time's Up" initiative, aimed to raise awareness for gender inequality and sexual harassment, actors and actresses banded together and wore black in protest at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on Sunday. Amid the blackout, the ladies stepped out in a slew of stunning ensembles, while making sure to support the powerful movement.
Now, Et's breaking down our favorite accessories, worn by some of Hollywood's most inspiring, powerful women. Here's how they made the movement's dress code their own.
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
The Feud star dressed up her gorgeous, sheer Zuhair Murad couture A-line gown with elegant emerald-and-diamond chandelier earrings from Lorraine Schwartz. She kept the rest of her beauty look simple, with a mauve pout and light pink blush.
"This is a celebrating night for women," Zeta-Jones told Et on the...
In honor of the "Time's Up" initiative, aimed to raise awareness for gender inequality and sexual harassment, actors and actresses banded together and wore black in protest at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on Sunday. Amid the blackout, the ladies stepped out in a slew of stunning ensembles, while making sure to support the powerful movement.
Now, Et's breaking down our favorite accessories, worn by some of Hollywood's most inspiring, powerful women. Here's how they made the movement's dress code their own.
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
The Feud star dressed up her gorgeous, sheer Zuhair Murad couture A-line gown with elegant emerald-and-diamond chandelier earrings from Lorraine Schwartz. She kept the rest of her beauty look simple, with a mauve pout and light pink blush.
"This is a celebrating night for women," Zeta-Jones told Et on the...
- 1/8/2018
- Entertainment Tonight
Ladies at the Golden Globes suited up!
While many women stepped out in beautifully sculpted black gowns in support of the Time's Up movement, a handful of actresses served up a dose of nighttime elegance with black jumpsuits and striking suits.
These empowering females not only opted to don a dark hue as a way to express solidarity for the victims who have come out and shared their personal stories, but also put a feminine twist on classic menswear.
Claire Foy, nominated for her role on The Crown, mastered the art of understatement in a black oversized Stella McCartney black double breasted suit with wide leg trousers, which she accessorized with Harry Winston jewels and a bold red lip.
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Alexis Bledel wowed in a black-and-white Oscar de la Renta jumpsuit with a side tie and floral decal from the designer's Resort 2018 collection.
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Debra Messing made a clear statement...
While many women stepped out in beautifully sculpted black gowns in support of the Time's Up movement, a handful of actresses served up a dose of nighttime elegance with black jumpsuits and striking suits.
These empowering females not only opted to don a dark hue as a way to express solidarity for the victims who have come out and shared their personal stories, but also put a feminine twist on classic menswear.
Claire Foy, nominated for her role on The Crown, mastered the art of understatement in a black oversized Stella McCartney black double breasted suit with wide leg trousers, which she accessorized with Harry Winston jewels and a bold red lip.
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Alexis Bledel wowed in a black-and-white Oscar de la Renta jumpsuit with a side tie and floral decal from the designer's Resort 2018 collection.
Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Debra Messing made a clear statement...
- 1/8/2018
- Entertainment Tonight
A massive sea of black ensembles doused the 75th Golden Globe Awards red carpet on Sunday in support of the Time's Up movement.
The women in the entertainment industry and their male colleagues banded together to take a stand against sexual harassment and misconduct in the workplace by opting to wear black at this year's ceremony.
The dark color is meant as a way to express solidarity for the victims who have come out and shared their personal stories, as well as just one way to initiate conversations about how things are done in Hollywood and what needs to change.
Nominees, presenters and guests alike didn't shy away from wearing the dark hue, as well as the Time's Up pin, and talk about the importance of the cause.
Rachel Brosnahan, nominated for her role on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Debra Messing, This Is Us star Susan Kelechi Watson and Catherine Zeta-Jones were among those who uniquely showed their support...
The women in the entertainment industry and their male colleagues banded together to take a stand against sexual harassment and misconduct in the workplace by opting to wear black at this year's ceremony.
The dark color is meant as a way to express solidarity for the victims who have come out and shared their personal stories, as well as just one way to initiate conversations about how things are done in Hollywood and what needs to change.
Nominees, presenters and guests alike didn't shy away from wearing the dark hue, as well as the Time's Up pin, and talk about the importance of the cause.
Rachel Brosnahan, nominated for her role on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Debra Messing, This Is Us star Susan Kelechi Watson and Catherine Zeta-Jones were among those who uniquely showed their support...
- 1/7/2018
- Entertainment Tonight
Will & Grace star Debra Messing wore black to Sunday’s Golden Globes Awards, and emotionally opened up about what the statement of solidarity meant to her.
“I feel really privileged, and thrilled to be here on this night, particularly. The last three months or so have been so harrowing, with all of the brave whistleblowers telling their stories, and we’ve all wanted to say, ‘How can we make a difference?’ And now we have this incredible Time’s Up initiative, this movement that is rolling out,” Messing said to Et’s Nancy O’Dell on the red carpet at the awards show in Beverly Hills on Sunday. “Change is here. That’s it. We are done with discrimination. We want diversity and intersectional gender parity, and equal pay. This is the second wave.”
The female stars behind the newly-created Time’s Up initiative encouraged attendees to wear black to the awards show as a way of expressing...
“I feel really privileged, and thrilled to be here on this night, particularly. The last three months or so have been so harrowing, with all of the brave whistleblowers telling their stories, and we’ve all wanted to say, ‘How can we make a difference?’ And now we have this incredible Time’s Up initiative, this movement that is rolling out,” Messing said to Et’s Nancy O’Dell on the red carpet at the awards show in Beverly Hills on Sunday. “Change is here. That’s it. We are done with discrimination. We want diversity and intersectional gender parity, and equal pay. This is the second wave.”
The female stars behind the newly-created Time’s Up initiative encouraged attendees to wear black to the awards show as a way of expressing...
- 1/7/2018
- Entertainment Tonight
Whether they were onstage or just celebrating with friends, celebs rang in the new year by rocking everyone's favorite annual end-of-year trend: plenty of glitter and glitz!
Demi Lovato oozed sex appeal in a sequined royal blue jumpsuit with a plunging neckline, which she vamped up with big curls and a smoky eye while performing at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Later, she partied at Liv for Travis Scott presented by Monster, in Miami, Florida, on Sunday night.
Happy New Year!!! #2018
A post shared by Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) on Dec 31, 2017 at 7:15pm Pst
Last performance of 2017 and first kiss of 2018...
Demi Lovato oozed sex appeal in a sequined royal blue jumpsuit with a plunging neckline, which she vamped up with big curls and a smoky eye while performing at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Later, she partied at Liv for Travis Scott presented by Monster, in Miami, Florida, on Sunday night.
Happy New Year!!! #2018
A post shared by Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) on Dec 31, 2017 at 7:15pm Pst
Last performance of 2017 and first kiss of 2018...
- 1/2/2018
- Entertainment Tonight
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