Another Season of American Idol has come and gone. Season 22 crowned winner Abi Carter Sunday night, and judge Katy Perry bid the show farewell. Perry sat at the judges’ panel for seven seasons alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.
Following 15 seasons on Fox, ABC revived the singing competition series in 2018. The show began in June 2002, and it launched careers of musicians like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and more. A different trio of judges — Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul — helmed the show at the start alongside host Ryan Seacrest — who has shepherded the show through all of its changes.
ABC has not yet announced who will replace Perry as a judge and join the ranks of past and present celebrity judges. Below, find a list of all the judges in American Idol history.
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Simon Cowell
Known for his blunt critiques and brutal honestly,...
Following 15 seasons on Fox, ABC revived the singing competition series in 2018. The show began in June 2002, and it launched careers of musicians like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and more. A different trio of judges — Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul — helmed the show at the start alongside host Ryan Seacrest — who has shepherded the show through all of its changes.
ABC has not yet announced who will replace Perry as a judge and join the ranks of past and present celebrity judges. Below, find a list of all the judges in American Idol history.
Photo By: Priscilla Grant/Everett Collection
Simon Cowell
Known for his blunt critiques and brutal honestly,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
What more could the heart want than a sweeping romantic drama dealing with grief, loss, love, and music? The Greatest Hits is a fantasy romantic drama film written and directed by Ned Benson, the Hulu film follows the story of a young woman Lucy who had a picture-perfect romance but an accident took him away from her. But she gets a second chance when she discovers that she can travel back in time through the music they love, but her excursions in her past are interfering with a new love interest. The Greatest Hits stars Lucy Boynton, David Corenswet, and Justin H. Min in the lead roles with Nelly Furtado, Andie Ju, Austin Crute, Tom Yi, Bryan Ferry, and Retta starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the sweeping love story and the time-traveling drama in The Greatest Hits, here are some similar films you could check out next.
- 4/25/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Jean-Paul Vignon, the romantic French vocalist and actor who impressed audiences on both sides of the Atlantic during an eight-decade career, died March 22 of liver cancer in Beverly Hills, his family announced. He was 89.
Performing a repertoire of contemporary pop and American standards, Vignon debuted in the U.S. in 1963 at the famed New York supper club The Blue Angel, where he opened for stand-up comic Woody Allen.
Ed Sullivan would soon showcase him on his Sunday night CBS variety show in eight appearances — including one in which he sang a duet with young Liza Minnelli — and he became a regular guest on Johnny Carson and Merv Griffin’s programs.
Signed to Columbia Records, Vignon released his first U.S. album, Because I Love You, in 1964. Three years later, he had a supporting role opposite William Holden and Cliff Robertson in the World War II film The Devil’s Brigade.
In...
Performing a repertoire of contemporary pop and American standards, Vignon debuted in the U.S. in 1963 at the famed New York supper club The Blue Angel, where he opened for stand-up comic Woody Allen.
Ed Sullivan would soon showcase him on his Sunday night CBS variety show in eight appearances — including one in which he sang a duet with young Liza Minnelli — and he became a regular guest on Johnny Carson and Merv Griffin’s programs.
Signed to Columbia Records, Vignon released his first U.S. album, Because I Love You, in 1964. Three years later, he had a supporting role opposite William Holden and Cliff Robertson in the World War II film The Devil’s Brigade.
In...
- 4/3/2024
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Clockwise from left: The Big Lebowski (Working Title Films/Gramercy Pictures), Barber (Fubar Films), Stars At Noon (Canal+)Image: The A.V. Club
For the first full month of spring, Hulu adds some fan-favorite films as well as some recent indie movies before the summer movie season begins and we turn our attention to big-budget blockbusters.
For the first full month of spring, Hulu adds some fan-favorite films as well as some recent indie movies before the summer movie season begins and we turn our attention to big-budget blockbusters.
- 4/2/2024
- by Robert DeSalvo
- avclub.com
Dancing With The Stars hostess Julianne Hough is no stranger to the silver screen. The 35-year-old has a handful of movie roles under her belt, including Burlesque, the Footloose remake, and Grease Live! Now, it appears she’s preparing to join another cast of an upcoming film.
What’s the new project about and when can fans expect to see it in theaters?
Julianne Hough Flexes Her Acting Abilities In Upcoming Horror Film
Dancing With The Stars hostess Julianne Hough is fully expected to return to the ballroom this fall. But like many other cast members, she’s working on plenty of other projects in the meantime.
Now, media outlets can confirm Julianne will star in a new monster movie coming out next year.
Julianne Hough from Harry Connick, Jr.’s YouTube channel
Right now, Julianne Hough’s role in the film isn’t known. But she is confirmed to...
What’s the new project about and when can fans expect to see it in theaters?
Julianne Hough Flexes Her Acting Abilities In Upcoming Horror Film
Dancing With The Stars hostess Julianne Hough is fully expected to return to the ballroom this fall. But like many other cast members, she’s working on plenty of other projects in the meantime.
Now, media outlets can confirm Julianne will star in a new monster movie coming out next year.
Julianne Hough from Harry Connick, Jr.’s YouTube channel
Right now, Julianne Hough’s role in the film isn’t known. But she is confirmed to...
- 3/30/2024
- by Nikole Behrens
- TV Shows Ace
Mel Brooks’s Young Frankenstein, co-written with Gene Wilder (seen here with Marty Feldman and Teri Garr) inspired Tony McNamara’s screenplay adaptation of Alasdair Gray’s novel for Yorgos Lanthimos’s Poor Things (Oscar wins for Emma Stone and costume designer Holly Waddington).
By using well-chosen excerpts from the audiobook of Gene Wilder’s autobiography, Kiss Me Like A Stranger, Ron Frank lets Wilder himself guide us through the documentary, by positioning him in dialogue with many friends and colleagues assembled here, most prominently Mel Brooks, who directed Wilder in a number of groundbreaking movies. We find out how the two met, because Anne Bancroft, starring at the time on stage in Bertolt Brecht’s Mother Courage (with Wilder as the Chaplain), was dating Brooks, who was looking for an actor to play Leo Bloom in what was to become The Producers. The two men clicked, as they both recall,...
By using well-chosen excerpts from the audiobook of Gene Wilder’s autobiography, Kiss Me Like A Stranger, Ron Frank lets Wilder himself guide us through the documentary, by positioning him in dialogue with many friends and colleagues assembled here, most prominently Mel Brooks, who directed Wilder in a number of groundbreaking movies. We find out how the two met, because Anne Bancroft, starring at the time on stage in Bertolt Brecht’s Mother Courage (with Wilder as the Chaplain), was dating Brooks, who was looking for an actor to play Leo Bloom in what was to become The Producers. The two men clicked, as they both recall,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Anne-Katrin Titze
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Harry Connick Jr. is heading to the Mediterranean Sea. In new romantic comedy Find Me Falling, the singer and actor plays a role that may initially seem like familiar territory for the singer and actor: a rock star. But that’s where the similarities between Connick and his character, John Allman, end. “He’s playing against type as a brooding, tattooed, lonely rock star,” writer/director Stelana Kliris tells Tudum. “We couldn’t have asked for a better fit, and on top of that, he wrote two fantastic songs for the film.”
Connick isn’t Find Me Falling’s only star. The island of Cyprus, which Kliris calls home, was given an onscreen spotlight of its own.
“This film is a love letter to Cyprus, and I hope that it transports audiences and gives them a little bit of magical escapism,” she says. “Plus, there was nothing better...
Connick isn’t Find Me Falling’s only star. The island of Cyprus, which Kliris calls home, was given an onscreen spotlight of its own.
“This film is a love letter to Cyprus, and I hope that it transports audiences and gives them a little bit of magical escapism,” she says. “Plus, there was nothing better...
- 3/6/2024
- by John DiLillo
- Tudum - Netflix
Margot Robbie is dazzling the red carpet!
The 33-year-old Barbie actress was joined by husband Tom Ackerley as she attended the 2024 Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards on Saturday (February 10) in Gold Coast, Australia.
During the awards show, Margot was honored with the Trailblazer Award. Cate Blanchett presented the award to Margot while dressed up as “Middle-age Barbie.”
Other stars in attendance included Elsa Pataky, Rebel Wilson and fiancée Ramona Agruma, Harry Connick Jr, Joel Edgerton and girlfriend Christine Centenera, Ron Howard, Simon Baker, and Teresa Palmer.
If you missed it, Margot recently responded to all of the backlash after she was snubbed by the Oscars.
Fyi: Margot is wearing a Vivienne Westwood dress. Cate is wearing an outfit by Armani Privé. Elsa is wearing a Rabanne dress. Christine is wearing a Rabanne dress.
Click through the gallery inside for 65+ pictures of the stars at the event…...
The 33-year-old Barbie actress was joined by husband Tom Ackerley as she attended the 2024 Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards on Saturday (February 10) in Gold Coast, Australia.
During the awards show, Margot was honored with the Trailblazer Award. Cate Blanchett presented the award to Margot while dressed up as “Middle-age Barbie.”
Other stars in attendance included Elsa Pataky, Rebel Wilson and fiancée Ramona Agruma, Harry Connick Jr, Joel Edgerton and girlfriend Christine Centenera, Ron Howard, Simon Baker, and Teresa Palmer.
If you missed it, Margot recently responded to all of the backlash after she was snubbed by the Oscars.
Fyi: Margot is wearing a Vivienne Westwood dress. Cate is wearing an outfit by Armani Privé. Elsa is wearing a Rabanne dress. Christine is wearing a Rabanne dress.
Click through the gallery inside for 65+ pictures of the stars at the event…...
- 2/10/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The Hollywood Bowl is saying, “Hi Barbie!”
Mattel announced on Thursday that live-to-film concert experience Barbie The Movie: In Concert is coming to the Bowl on July 27. The hit film will be brought to life with live music from The Barbie Land Sinfonietta, a special presentation from executive producer and orchestrator Macy Schmidt’s all-women and majority women-of-color orchestra.
The event will see Barbie projected onto a giant LED screen above The Barbie Land Sinfonietta as they perform alongside the film’s award-winning score while conducted by Schmidt, who recently became the first woman of color orchestrator in Broadway history.
The event will also feature specialty limited-edition merchandise and photo opportunities. Subscription packages are now on the Hollywood Bowl’s website, and single tickets go on sale May 7.
“Audiences of all ages flocked to theaters last summer to celebrate the joy of the Barbie movie together. Now fans have the...
Mattel announced on Thursday that live-to-film concert experience Barbie The Movie: In Concert is coming to the Bowl on July 27. The hit film will be brought to life with live music from The Barbie Land Sinfonietta, a special presentation from executive producer and orchestrator Macy Schmidt’s all-women and majority women-of-color orchestra.
The event will see Barbie projected onto a giant LED screen above The Barbie Land Sinfonietta as they perform alongside the film’s award-winning score while conducted by Schmidt, who recently became the first woman of color orchestrator in Broadway history.
The event will also feature specialty limited-edition merchandise and photo opportunities. Subscription packages are now on the Hollywood Bowl’s website, and single tickets go on sale May 7.
“Audiences of all ages flocked to theaters last summer to celebrate the joy of the Barbie movie together. Now fans have the...
- 2/8/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Law & Order Svu went through a bit of a transition period after Chris Meloni left. The actor’s sudden departure allowed the series to explore one particular storyline with Mariska Hargitay that she couldn’t with Meloni in the picture.
Chris Meloni’s exit let Mariska Hargitay have love interests in ‘Law & Order Svu’ Mariska Hargitay and Chris Meloni | Chris Delmas /Getty Images
The complexion of Law & Order and its characters shifted a little bit after Meloni’s unexpected departure from the show. Hargitay spoke at length about how devastated she was after she lost her co-star, so much so she considered leaving the show, too. But Hargitay’s Olivia Benson was met with new challenges and stories that convinced the actor to remain on the series. This included getting to know a brand new cast of actors and characters.
“This new cast came on and I had no idea...
Chris Meloni’s exit let Mariska Hargitay have love interests in ‘Law & Order Svu’ Mariska Hargitay and Chris Meloni | Chris Delmas /Getty Images
The complexion of Law & Order and its characters shifted a little bit after Meloni’s unexpected departure from the show. Hargitay spoke at length about how devastated she was after she lost her co-star, so much so she considered leaving the show, too. But Hargitay’s Olivia Benson was met with new challenges and stories that convinced the actor to remain on the series. This included getting to know a brand new cast of actors and characters.
“This new cast came on and I had no idea...
- 2/3/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Harry Connick Sr., longtime New Orleans district attorney and the father of singer and actor Harry Connick Jr., has died. He was 97. According to the Associated Press, Harry Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans on Wednesday, January 24, with his son, Harry Jr., his daughter Suzanna, and his wife, Londa, by his side. Harry Sr. was born in Mobile, Alabama, on March 27, 1926, and moved with his family to New Orleans when he was two years old. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific during World War II. He would later join the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, where he met his first wife, Anita Livingston, a skilled flute player who later became a lawyer and judge. The future Da married Anita, and the pair had two children together, Suzanna and Harry Jr. They also owned and ran two record stores in New Orleans while both pursuing law degrees.
- 1/26/2024
- TV Insider
Hot Hosts Head For Hota
Australian actor Rebel Wilson has been named as the emcee of the 2024 edition of the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta) awards. Wilson will take to the stage on Saturday, Feb. 10.
Two days earlier, on Feb. 8, singer and actor Harry Connick Jr. will be the host of the Aacta Industry Awards. Both hosts will be joined by some of the industry’s most dynamic stars presenting at the ceremonies. And both ceremonies, presented by Foxtel Group, will be held at the Home of the Arts (Hota) on the Gold Coast in Queensland.
Shorts To Features
Writer-director-actor Alice Englert, producer Jodi Matterson, director David Michôd, and producer Jamie Hilton, will be among the speakers at Flickerlab 2024 on Thursday. Pitched as a one-day journey from shorts to features, the Bondi, New South Wales-located event is backed by the Australian Film Television and Radio School (Aftrs...
Australian actor Rebel Wilson has been named as the emcee of the 2024 edition of the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta) awards. Wilson will take to the stage on Saturday, Feb. 10.
Two days earlier, on Feb. 8, singer and actor Harry Connick Jr. will be the host of the Aacta Industry Awards. Both hosts will be joined by some of the industry’s most dynamic stars presenting at the ceremonies. And both ceremonies, presented by Foxtel Group, will be held at the Home of the Arts (Hota) on the Gold Coast in Queensland.
Shorts To Features
Writer-director-actor Alice Englert, producer Jodi Matterson, director David Michôd, and producer Jamie Hilton, will be among the speakers at Flickerlab 2024 on Thursday. Pitched as a one-day journey from shorts to features, the Bondi, New South Wales-located event is backed by the Australian Film Television and Radio School (Aftrs...
- 1/22/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Schitt’s Creek is still in everybody’s mind and after Dan Levy‘s brilliant comedic role, he is back with a Netflix tear-jerker film Good Grief that will surely make you cry and maybe laugh at a few moments. Written and directed by Levy, the film revolves around Marc who recently lost his husband, and in the following years, he is still not able to get over the grief. Then an unexpected turn of events forces him to take a trip to Paris where he goes with his friends Sophie and Thomas. Besides Levy’s leading role, Good Grief also stars Ruth Negga, Himesh Patel, Luke Evans, David Bradley, and Arnaud Valois. So, if you loved Levy’s emotional drama film here are some similar movies you might want to check out next.
Demolition (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Searchlight Pictures
Demolition storyline and characters are the most similar to...
Demolition (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Searchlight Pictures
Demolition storyline and characters are the most similar to...
- 1/11/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Exclusive: Frank Grillo has joined Olga Kurylenko and Oliver Trevena for Kevin Lewis’ latest feature thriller Misdirection, which is currently shooting in Serbia.
The film follows a desperate couple (Kurylenko and Trevena) who have been pulling off a string of high-end robberies, only to find themselves caught in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse when their latest break-in goes awry. Tables turned, the hunters become the hunted, in a conspiracy of revenge, murder and betrayal.
“I am over the moon to be working with Olga, Frank, Oliver and the rest of our amazing and talented team on crafting a tight, edge-of-your-seat thriller that will entertain audiences worldwide,” Lewis said, who is best known for the recent horror-comedy cult film Willy’s Wonderland starring Nicolas Cage.
Lacy McClory wrote the script for Misdirection. Steven Shapiro is producing along with Trevena (Another Day In America) via his Ollywood...
The film follows a desperate couple (Kurylenko and Trevena) who have been pulling off a string of high-end robberies, only to find themselves caught in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse when their latest break-in goes awry. Tables turned, the hunters become the hunted, in a conspiracy of revenge, murder and betrayal.
“I am over the moon to be working with Olga, Frank, Oliver and the rest of our amazing and talented team on crafting a tight, edge-of-your-seat thriller that will entertain audiences worldwide,” Lewis said, who is best known for the recent horror-comedy cult film Willy’s Wonderland starring Nicolas Cage.
Lacy McClory wrote the script for Misdirection. Steven Shapiro is producing along with Trevena (Another Day In America) via his Ollywood...
- 12/15/2023
- by Diana Lodderhose
- Deadline Film + TV
(Welcome to Best Action Scene Ever, a column dedicated to breaking down the best, most effective action sequences throughout the genre. In this edition, we revisit the surprisingly dark, highly emotional, but quintessentially Superman moment of self-sacrifice in the climax of "The Iron Giant.")
Over 20 years after its release, time has been immensely kind to "The Iron Giant." A perfect example of a film creating a lasting legacy far beyond its disappointing box office performance, the groundbreaking animation effort would put filmmaker Brad Bird on the map (along with his notoriously exacting reputation and painstaking filmmaking approach) and go on to establish itself as one of the best superhero movies of all time. Not too shabby for a hand-drawn production featuring an absolute bare minimum of action scenes and a first-time director at the helm. The 1999 classic is also one of the greatest anti-gun pleas ever committed to film, so...
Over 20 years after its release, time has been immensely kind to "The Iron Giant." A perfect example of a film creating a lasting legacy far beyond its disappointing box office performance, the groundbreaking animation effort would put filmmaker Brad Bird on the map (along with his notoriously exacting reputation and painstaking filmmaking approach) and go on to establish itself as one of the best superhero movies of all time. Not too shabby for a hand-drawn production featuring an absolute bare minimum of action scenes and a first-time director at the helm. The 1999 classic is also one of the greatest anti-gun pleas ever committed to film, so...
- 11/15/2023
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
What Happens Later is a romantic drama film directed by the star Meg Ryan, from a screenplay by Steven Dietz and Kirk Lynn. The film revolves around two exes who bump into each other at an airport because of delayed airplanes. Both of them spend the night at the airport while reminiscing about their past. What Happens Later also stars David Duchovny. So, if you loved the film here are some similar movies you could watch next.
When Harry Met Sally (Showtime & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – Warner Bros.
Synopsis: Rob Reiner’s romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally stars Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan as the title pair. The film opens with the two strangers, both newly graduated from the University of Chicago, share a car trip from Chicago to New York, where they are both going to make their way. During the trip, they discuss aspects of their characters and their lives,...
When Harry Met Sally (Showtime & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – Warner Bros.
Synopsis: Rob Reiner’s romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally stars Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan as the title pair. The film opens with the two strangers, both newly graduated from the University of Chicago, share a car trip from Chicago to New York, where they are both going to make their way. During the trip, they discuss aspects of their characters and their lives,...
- 11/5/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Will & Grace celebrated it’s 25th anniversary this year!
The NBC comedy – starring Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, Sean Hayes and Megan Mullally – first premiered in September 1998 and ran for eight seasons before going off the air in 2006, but was then revived in 2017 and went on for an additional three seasons.
Here’s a synopsis: Will and Grace are best friends and roommates. With pals Karen and Jack, it’s all fair game for this outspoken foursome, from sex and dating to cutting cultural commentary.
Throughout it’s years, the show has seen numerous big name guest stars, including Harry Connick Jr, Cher, Gene Wilder, Debbie Reynolds, Jennifer Lopez and many more.
The series was loved by both fans and critics, earning 96 Emmy nominations with 18 wins, including acting wins for each cast member.
Outside of the hit show, the four stars have gone on to star in many other projects each,...
The NBC comedy – starring Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, Sean Hayes and Megan Mullally – first premiered in September 1998 and ran for eight seasons before going off the air in 2006, but was then revived in 2017 and went on for an additional three seasons.
Here’s a synopsis: Will and Grace are best friends and roommates. With pals Karen and Jack, it’s all fair game for this outspoken foursome, from sex and dating to cutting cultural commentary.
Throughout it’s years, the show has seen numerous big name guest stars, including Harry Connick Jr, Cher, Gene Wilder, Debbie Reynolds, Jennifer Lopez and many more.
The series was loved by both fans and critics, earning 96 Emmy nominations with 18 wins, including acting wins for each cast member.
Outside of the hit show, the four stars have gone on to star in many other projects each,...
- 11/3/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The Exchange has picked up world sales rights to “The Islander,” starring Harry Connick Jr. Variety can share an exclusive first look of the romantic feature.
The Exchange will be introducing the title to buyers at AFM, which kicks off Oct. and runs through Nov. 5.
Stelana Kliris wrote directed her original screenplay and produced under her Cyprus-based Meraki Films banner. “The Islander” is produced by Jupiter Peak Prods., Steven Shapiro and Keith Arnold, with the support from the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture, and the Cyprus Film Commission’s incentives program. It stars along with Connick Jr., Agni Scott, Ali Fumiko Whitney and Tony Demetriou. Film is in post-production.
The film features two original songs by Connick Jr.
”The Islander” is a romantic comedy about a down-on-his-luck rock star (Connick Jr.), who moves, sight unseen, to a remote cliffside house on an island, only to discover his new home has an unfortunate notoriety.
The Exchange will be introducing the title to buyers at AFM, which kicks off Oct. and runs through Nov. 5.
Stelana Kliris wrote directed her original screenplay and produced under her Cyprus-based Meraki Films banner. “The Islander” is produced by Jupiter Peak Prods., Steven Shapiro and Keith Arnold, with the support from the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture, and the Cyprus Film Commission’s incentives program. It stars along with Connick Jr., Agni Scott, Ali Fumiko Whitney and Tony Demetriou. Film is in post-production.
The film features two original songs by Connick Jr.
”The Islander” is a romantic comedy about a down-on-his-luck rock star (Connick Jr.), who moves, sight unseen, to a remote cliffside house on an island, only to discover his new home has an unfortunate notoriety.
- 10/31/2023
- by Carole Horst
- Variety Film + TV
Kristian Mercado (Nuevo Rico) directed from a screenplay by Angela Bourassa (A Little Distracted).
The Exchange has boarded international sales rights to the romantic comedy If You Were The Last starring Anthony Mackie and Zoe Chao and will launch AFM sales this week.
Kristian Mercado (Nuevo Rico) directed from a screenplay by Angela Bourassa (A Little Distracted) about a male and female astronaut stranded in their broken-down spaceship who argue over whether they should spend their remaining days as friends or something more.
The film just debuted in the US on the Peacock streaming platform and is produced by The Promise,...
The Exchange has boarded international sales rights to the romantic comedy If You Were The Last starring Anthony Mackie and Zoe Chao and will launch AFM sales this week.
Kristian Mercado (Nuevo Rico) directed from a screenplay by Angela Bourassa (A Little Distracted) about a male and female astronaut stranded in their broken-down spaceship who argue over whether they should spend their remaining days as friends or something more.
The film just debuted in the US on the Peacock streaming platform and is produced by The Promise,...
- 10/30/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
The Exchange has acquired the world sales rights for romantic comedy “The Islander,” starring Grammy- and Emmy Award-winning musician and actor Harry Connick Jr. The film features two original songs by Connick. The Exchange will introduce the title to buyers at next week’s American Film Market.
“The Islander” is about a down-on-his-luck rockstar, who moves to a remote cliffside house, sight unseen, on an island, only to discover his new home has an unfortunate notoriety. Through a series of charming mishaps, it turns out maybe love can be found right where he left it.
The film is written, directed and produced by Stelana Kliris under her Cyprus-based Meraki Films banner. It is also produced by Jupiter Peak Productions, Steven Shapiro, and Keith Arnold, with the support of the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture, and the Cyprus Film Commission’s incentives scheme.
Alongside Connick, it stars Agni Scott, Ali Fumiko Whitney and Tony Demetriou.
“The Islander” is about a down-on-his-luck rockstar, who moves to a remote cliffside house, sight unseen, on an island, only to discover his new home has an unfortunate notoriety. Through a series of charming mishaps, it turns out maybe love can be found right where he left it.
The film is written, directed and produced by Stelana Kliris under her Cyprus-based Meraki Films banner. It is also produced by Jupiter Peak Productions, Steven Shapiro, and Keith Arnold, with the support of the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture, and the Cyprus Film Commission’s incentives scheme.
Alongside Connick, it stars Agni Scott, Ali Fumiko Whitney and Tony Demetriou.
- 10/27/2023
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
Hey, remember "Basic"? I'm guessing there's a good chance you don't. The 2003 thriller boasted a reunion of "Pulp Fiction" stars John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson, but that wasn't enough to entice audiences, and it flopped at the box office. But yesterday's box office flop is today's Netflix hit! And "Basic" is burning up the Netflix charts right now — it's currently in Netflix's top 10. Why does this keep happening? Why do movies that time forgot keep ending up becoming hits on Netflix? I think the answer is simple: people want disposable entertainment, and you don't get more disposable than "Basic."
The thriller was helmed by John McTiernan, and as of this writing, it's the last film McTiernan directed. Maybe that's what's drawing people in here. Maybe couples are gathered around their TV and/or computers, asking each other, "Is John McTiernan's final movie streaming? That's what I'm in the mood for tonight!
The thriller was helmed by John McTiernan, and as of this writing, it's the last film McTiernan directed. Maybe that's what's drawing people in here. Maybe couples are gathered around their TV and/or computers, asking each other, "Is John McTiernan's final movie streaming? That's what I'm in the mood for tonight!
- 9/14/2023
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
Supermodels Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington dominated the pop culture space in the ’90s, most notably in George Michael’s music video “Freedom! ’90.”
Although the iconic models were equally featured in the video, Campbell said she was the “leader” of the group. “George pitched it to me in L.A. and his exact words were, ‘You’re the leader of the gang and unless you say yes, the rest of the girls won’t,'” she recalled to Daily Mail in 2022.
Leader or not, Crawford said Michael insisted that all of the models appear in the video. “He wants you five, and it has to be all of you five,” she shared.
Naomi Campbell revealed how George Michael pitched the ‘Freedom! 90’ video
During a 2017 appearance on Harry, Harry Connick Jr.’s former talk show, Campbell opened up about how Michael pitched the idea to her at a club.
Although the iconic models were equally featured in the video, Campbell said she was the “leader” of the group. “George pitched it to me in L.A. and his exact words were, ‘You’re the leader of the gang and unless you say yes, the rest of the girls won’t,'” she recalled to Daily Mail in 2022.
Leader or not, Crawford said Michael insisted that all of the models appear in the video. “He wants you five, and it has to be all of you five,” she shared.
Naomi Campbell revealed how George Michael pitched the ‘Freedom! 90’ video
During a 2017 appearance on Harry, Harry Connick Jr.’s former talk show, Campbell opened up about how Michael pitched the idea to her at a club.
- 9/6/2023
- by Gina Ragusa
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Love Again is a romantic comedy film written and directed by James C. Strouse. The rom-com movie is based on a German film titled SMS für Dich, which was based on a 2009 of the same name Sofie Cramer. Love Again follows the story of Mira, a young woman who is still grieving over the loss of her fiance, in order to deal with her grief she still sends romantic texts to her fiance’s number not knowing that the phone number has been reassigned to another man, who becomes more and more interested in her. Love Again stars Priyanka Chopra, Sam Heughan, and Celine Dion in the lead roles. So, if you loved the rom-com film here are some similar movies you could watch next.
P.S. I Love You (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Warner Bros.
Synopsis: Two-time Academy Award winner Hilary Swank stars with Gerard Butler, Lisa Kudrow,...
P.S. I Love You (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Warner Bros.
Synopsis: Two-time Academy Award winner Hilary Swank stars with Gerard Butler, Lisa Kudrow,...
- 8/29/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Director William Friedkin, best known for his Oscar-winning “The French Connection” and blockbuster “The Exorcist,” died Monday in Los Angeles. He was 87.
His death was confirmed by Chapman University dean Stephen Galloway, a friend of Friedkin’s wife Sherry Lansing.
His final film, “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial,” starring Kiefer Sutherland, is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
Along with Peter Bogdanovich, Francis Ford Coppola and Hal Ashby, Friedkin rose to A-list status in the 1970s, part of a new generation of vibrant, risk-taking filmmakers. Combining his experience in television, particularly in documentary film, with a cutting-edge style of editing, Friedkin brought a great deal of energy to the horror and police thriller genres in which he specialized.
“The French Connection” was an incredibly fast-paced and morally ambiguous tale, shot in documentary style and containing one of cinema’s most justifiably famous car chase sequences. “Connection” won several Oscars including best picture,...
His death was confirmed by Chapman University dean Stephen Galloway, a friend of Friedkin’s wife Sherry Lansing.
His final film, “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial,” starring Kiefer Sutherland, is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
Along with Peter Bogdanovich, Francis Ford Coppola and Hal Ashby, Friedkin rose to A-list status in the 1970s, part of a new generation of vibrant, risk-taking filmmakers. Combining his experience in television, particularly in documentary film, with a cutting-edge style of editing, Friedkin brought a great deal of energy to the horror and police thriller genres in which he specialized.
“The French Connection” was an incredibly fast-paced and morally ambiguous tale, shot in documentary style and containing one of cinema’s most justifiably famous car chase sequences. “Connection” won several Oscars including best picture,...
- 8/7/2023
- by Carmel Dagan
- Variety Film + TV
Tony Bennett was remembered Friday by the worlds of music and entertainment after his death was announced at age 96.
Bennett’s career spanned seven decades and seemingly reinvigorated across several generations, from his crooner contemporaries through the MTV age and most recently via his collaborations with Lady Gaga.
Overall, Bennett — whose remarkable life included being in the Army division, the 63rd Infantry, that helped liberate part of the Dachau concentration camp and who later marched with Martin Luther King in Selma — won 20 Grammys and sold 50 million records worldwide. He also was named a Kennedy Center honoree.
See below for reactions to his death, which include from the likes of Elton John, Brian Wilson, Nile Rodgers and the Amy Winehouse Foundation; Winehouse and Bennett teamed for the duet “Heart and Soul.”
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Bennett’s career spanned seven decades and seemingly reinvigorated across several generations, from his crooner contemporaries through the MTV age and most recently via his collaborations with Lady Gaga.
Overall, Bennett — whose remarkable life included being in the Army division, the 63rd Infantry, that helped liberate part of the Dachau concentration camp and who later marched with Martin Luther King in Selma — won 20 Grammys and sold 50 million records worldwide. He also was named a Kennedy Center honoree.
See below for reactions to his death, which include from the likes of Elton John, Brian Wilson, Nile Rodgers and the Amy Winehouse Foundation; Winehouse and Bennett teamed for the duet “Heart and Soul.”
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- 7/21/2023
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Tl;Dr:
Elton John’s “Daniel” was overshadowed by a slow Paul McCartney song. “Daniel” is a song about a soldier in the Vietnam War. The Wings song in question is one of Paul’s worst love ballads.
Elton John’s “Daniel” has some interesting lyrics. Despite that, it was kept off the top of the charts by a Paul McCartney song. Notably, John’s co-writer Bernie Taupin said “Daniel” was widely misinterpreted by listeners.
Paul McCartney’s boring song ‘My Love’ got in the way of Elton John’s ‘Daniel’
Wings’ “My Love” is far from Paul McCartney’s most impressive song. It’s not even his most impressive piano ballad. It’s a love song that’s so slow and lifeless it feels like a dirge.
According to The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits, “My Love” was No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks, proving the 1970s...
Elton John’s “Daniel” was overshadowed by a slow Paul McCartney song. “Daniel” is a song about a soldier in the Vietnam War. The Wings song in question is one of Paul’s worst love ballads.
Elton John’s “Daniel” has some interesting lyrics. Despite that, it was kept off the top of the charts by a Paul McCartney song. Notably, John’s co-writer Bernie Taupin said “Daniel” was widely misinterpreted by listeners.
Paul McCartney’s boring song ‘My Love’ got in the way of Elton John’s ‘Daniel’
Wings’ “My Love” is far from Paul McCartney’s most impressive song. It’s not even his most impressive piano ballad. It’s a love song that’s so slow and lifeless it feels like a dirge.
According to The Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits, “My Love” was No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks, proving the 1970s...
- 6/30/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Shannen Doherty, one of the biggest pop culture teen icons of the early nineties after starring in Beverly Hills 90210 and Charmed, is in the fight of her life against stage 4 cancer which, the actress revealed via Instagram, has spread to her brain. Doherty had previously revealed, back in 2020, that her breast cancer had returned after first battling it in 2015 before it went into remission in 2017. As she explains in her Instagram story,
January 12, 2023. On January 5th, my ct scan showed Mets in my brain. Yesterday’s video showed the process of getting fitted for the mask which you wear during radiation to your brain. January 12, the first round of radiation took place. My fear is obvious. I am extremely claustrophobic, and there was a lot going on in my life. I am fortunate as I have great doctors like Dr Amin Mirahdi and the amazing techs at cedar sinai.
January 12, 2023. On January 5th, my ct scan showed Mets in my brain. Yesterday’s video showed the process of getting fitted for the mask which you wear during radiation to your brain. January 12, the first round of radiation took place. My fear is obvious. I am extremely claustrophobic, and there was a lot going on in my life. I am fortunate as I have great doctors like Dr Amin Mirahdi and the amazing techs at cedar sinai.
- 6/11/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
American Idol has gone through a constantly changing roster of judges. There have been some perfect judges, odd choices, and stars who simply didn’t work out. One singer who would have been a perfect judge on American Idol is Elton John. However, the “Tiny Dancer” singer received a massive offer to appear on the talent show, but he turned it down, proving he had little interest in being a judge.
Elton John turned down a ‘$33 million’ offer to be a judge on ‘American Idol’ Elton John | Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
American Idol has been introducing new talent to the world since it premiered in 2002. Part of the show’s appeal is its everchanging panel of judges that started with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. Since then, some other judges have included Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Ellen Degeneres,...
Elton John turned down a ‘$33 million’ offer to be a judge on ‘American Idol’ Elton John | Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
American Idol has been introducing new talent to the world since it premiered in 2002. Part of the show’s appeal is its everchanging panel of judges that started with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. Since then, some other judges have included Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Ellen Degeneres,...
- 6/10/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The three-hour finale of “American Idol” will air live coast-to-coast on Sunday, May 21 (8:00 p.m. Et/5:00 p.m. Pt). Colin Stough, Iam Tongi and Megan Danielle will take the stage for the final time as America decides who will become the Season 21 champion.
ABC has announced the all-star lineup of performers includes the return of former Idol judge Keith Urban (singing “Wild Heart”), who will also mentor each of the finalists. Also confirmed to hit the stage are Clay Aiken & Ruben Studdard, Ellie Goulding, James Blunt, Jazmine Sullivan, Jelly Roll, Kevin Cronin, Kylie Minogue, Lainey Wilson, Lauren Daigle, Pitbull, TLC and possibly more!
See ‘American Idol’ Season 21: Finalists
In addition, judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will each sing their own hits. The season’s Top 12 contestants including Wé Ani, Zachariah Smith, Haven Madison, Oliver Steele, Warren Peay, Marybeth Byrd, Tyson Venegas, Lucy Love and Nutsa will also perform.
ABC has announced the all-star lineup of performers includes the return of former Idol judge Keith Urban (singing “Wild Heart”), who will also mentor each of the finalists. Also confirmed to hit the stage are Clay Aiken & Ruben Studdard, Ellie Goulding, James Blunt, Jazmine Sullivan, Jelly Roll, Kevin Cronin, Kylie Minogue, Lainey Wilson, Lauren Daigle, Pitbull, TLC and possibly more!
See ‘American Idol’ Season 21: Finalists
In addition, judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will each sing their own hits. The season’s Top 12 contestants including Wé Ani, Zachariah Smith, Haven Madison, Oliver Steele, Warren Peay, Marybeth Byrd, Tyson Venegas, Lucy Love and Nutsa will also perform.
- 5/15/2023
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Dolly Parton would be a perfect judge on a show like American Idol or The Voice, as she is beloved by most Americans. Producers on these shows seem to have the same idea, as they have invited Parton to be a judge, but she has repeatedly declined.
‘American Idol’ has had an everchanging roster of musical stars Dolly Parton and David Archuleta | Michael Becker/American Idol/Getty Images
American Idol premiered in 2002 and has been changing singers’ lives for over 20 years. While the show doesn’t have the same hold over America as it used to, millions of viewers still tune in to see who will win the latest season of the competition. When the show began, it was hosted by Ryan Seacrest and featured Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, and Simon Cowell as judges.
Seacrest is still hosting the series, but the judges continue to change. The panel consisted of many different stars,...
‘American Idol’ has had an everchanging roster of musical stars Dolly Parton and David Archuleta | Michael Becker/American Idol/Getty Images
American Idol premiered in 2002 and has been changing singers’ lives for over 20 years. While the show doesn’t have the same hold over America as it used to, millions of viewers still tune in to see who will win the latest season of the competition. When the show began, it was hosted by Ryan Seacrest and featured Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, and Simon Cowell as judges.
Seacrest is still hosting the series, but the judges continue to change. The panel consisted of many different stars,...
- 2/8/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Meghan Trainor’s son is stealing the show.
The “All About That Bass” singer is one of the judges on this season of “Australian Idol” and in a clip from the auditions, her 2-year-old son Riley makes a special appearance.
Read More: Meghan Trainor Is Pregnant With Her Second Child: ‘I’m Crushing It’
Trainor shared the clip on Instagram, writing, “The easiest “yes” all season .”
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In the clip, Trainor’s husband Daryl Sabara brings Riley out into the audition room.
“I’m gonna sing the ABCs,” Sabara says on his son’s behalf, helping him shake his arms over his head.
“If he’s gonna sing, I want to play with him,” fellow judge Harry Connick Jr. says, sitting down at a piano and playing a rendition of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” for him.
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The “All About That Bass” singer is one of the judges on this season of “Australian Idol” and in a clip from the auditions, her 2-year-old son Riley makes a special appearance.
Read More: Meghan Trainor Is Pregnant With Her Second Child: ‘I’m Crushing It’
Trainor shared the clip on Instagram, writing, “The easiest “yes” all season .”
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In the clip, Trainor’s husband Daryl Sabara brings Riley out into the audition room.
“I’m gonna sing the ABCs,” Sabara says on his son’s behalf, helping him shake his arms over his head.
“If he’s gonna sing, I want to play with him,” fellow judge Harry Connick Jr. says, sitting down at a piano and playing a rendition of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” for him.
Read More: Meghan...
- 2/7/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
Released in 2013, “Lone Survivor” is an emotional tour de force based on the best-selling 2007 memoir by the same name. Directed by Peter Berg, this action-packed war movie follows a Navy Seal team on a mission to capture Taliban leader Ahmad Shah in Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region.
The thrilling cast and on-location filming create an intense viewing experience that highlights the bravery of the soldiers who fought alongside one another. With numerous awards and nominations under its belt, “Lone Survivor” provides a natural and powerful look at the life of a soldier in modern warfare.
The gripping movie, directed and penned by Peter Berg, featured Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster, and Eric Bana in pivotal roles.
With a budget of 40 million, Lone Survivor became a box-office success, grossing over 154 million worldwide. The film has also been met with positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
If you...
The thrilling cast and on-location filming create an intense viewing experience that highlights the bravery of the soldiers who fought alongside one another. With numerous awards and nominations under its belt, “Lone Survivor” provides a natural and powerful look at the life of a soldier in modern warfare.
The gripping movie, directed and penned by Peter Berg, featured Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster, and Eric Bana in pivotal roles.
With a budget of 40 million, Lone Survivor became a box-office success, grossing over 154 million worldwide. The film has also been met with positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
If you...
- 1/26/2023
- by Israr
- buddytv.com
Who doesn't love a good war movie — the romance, the spectacle, the exhilaration, the drama, the heartbreak? Well, as it turns out, most critics seem to hate a majority of war films and save their positive reviews for a select few, such as "Apocalypse Now," "Full Metal Jacket," and "Saving Private Ryan." Granted, the genre has produced some real stinkers over the years, but plenty of war epics also endured unwarranted critical disdain; many of these pictures provided rock-solid entertainment but were labeled cliché, sentimental, or too noble for their own good.
Imagine calling a film set in World War II too earnest or berating a romantic epic for its love story.
Look, I'm just as enamored with and respectful of a critic's opinion as the next person, but we can all agree they get it wrong sometimes. As proof, I've compiled a list of war epics I believe were...
Imagine calling a film set in World War II too earnest or berating a romantic epic for its love story.
Look, I'm just as enamored with and respectful of a critic's opinion as the next person, but we can all agree they get it wrong sometimes. As proof, I've compiled a list of war epics I believe were...
- 1/22/2023
- by Jeff Ames
- Slash Film
Cj Harris, a former contestant on American Idol, has reportedly died at the age of 31.
The musician, whose full name is Curtis Harris, is said to have been rushed to hospital in Jasper, Alabama after suffering an apparent heart attack on Sunday (15 January) night.
A family member confirmed to TMZ that Harris was subsequently pronounced dead.
During his time on the 2014 season of the popular US reality show, Harris made it through to the top six.
Among the songs he covered on the show were “Soulshine” by the Allman Brothers Band, “Too Close”, and “American Woman”.
He was selected by the judges to progress through to the Top Six after making it through to the semi-finals.
At the time, the show’s judges were Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr and Keith Urban, the lattermost of whom described Harris’s singing as “believable and real”.
“You sing ‘cause you have to sing,...
The musician, whose full name is Curtis Harris, is said to have been rushed to hospital in Jasper, Alabama after suffering an apparent heart attack on Sunday (15 January) night.
A family member confirmed to TMZ that Harris was subsequently pronounced dead.
During his time on the 2014 season of the popular US reality show, Harris made it through to the top six.
Among the songs he covered on the show were “Soulshine” by the Allman Brothers Band, “Too Close”, and “American Woman”.
He was selected by the judges to progress through to the Top Six after making it through to the semi-finals.
At the time, the show’s judges were Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr and Keith Urban, the lattermost of whom described Harris’s singing as “believable and real”.
“You sing ‘cause you have to sing,...
- 1/16/2023
- by Louis Chilton
- The Independent - TV
Cj Harris, a former contestant on American Idol, has reportedly died at the age of 31.
The musician, whose full name is Curtis Harris, is said to have been rushed to hospital in Jasper, Alabama after suffering an apparent heart attack on Sunday (15 January) night.
A family member confirmed to TMZ that Harris was subsequently pronounced dead.
During his time on the 2014 season of the popular US reality show, Harris made it through to the top six.
Among the songs he covered on the show were “Soulshine” by the Allman Brothers Band, “Too Close”, and “American Woman”.
He was selected by the judges to progress through to the Top Six after making it through to the semi-finals.
At the time, the show’s judges were Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr and Keith Urban, the lattermost of whom described Harris’s singing as “believable and real”.
“You sing ‘cause you have to sing,...
The musician, whose full name is Curtis Harris, is said to have been rushed to hospital in Jasper, Alabama after suffering an apparent heart attack on Sunday (15 January) night.
A family member confirmed to TMZ that Harris was subsequently pronounced dead.
During his time on the 2014 season of the popular US reality show, Harris made it through to the top six.
Among the songs he covered on the show were “Soulshine” by the Allman Brothers Band, “Too Close”, and “American Woman”.
He was selected by the judges to progress through to the Top Six after making it through to the semi-finals.
At the time, the show’s judges were Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr and Keith Urban, the lattermost of whom described Harris’s singing as “believable and real”.
“You sing ‘cause you have to sing,...
- 1/16/2023
- by Louis Chilton
- The Independent - Music
C.J. Harris, a prominent contestant on the 13th season of American Idol, died Sunday night in Jasper, Ala. He was 31.
The Walker County Coroner’s Office confirmed the singer was rushed to Walker Baptist Medical Center after suffering from cardiac arrest. At this time, they believe his cause of death was possibly a heart attack.
Harris, born on Jan. 28, 1991, auditioned in Salt Lake City for his season of the singing competition show. After singing “Soulshine” by The Allman Brothers, all three judges on the panel, including Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr., voted “yes,” moving him to the next round.
“C.J. Harris was an incredible talent, and the news of his passing deeply saddens us,” American Idol wrote on its Instagram Story. “He will be truly missed.”
In 2014, the singer told The Hollywood Reporter that his grandfather was part of what inspired him to get involved with music.
The Walker County Coroner’s Office confirmed the singer was rushed to Walker Baptist Medical Center after suffering from cardiac arrest. At this time, they believe his cause of death was possibly a heart attack.
Harris, born on Jan. 28, 1991, auditioned in Salt Lake City for his season of the singing competition show. After singing “Soulshine” by The Allman Brothers, all three judges on the panel, including Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr., voted “yes,” moving him to the next round.
“C.J. Harris was an incredible talent, and the news of his passing deeply saddens us,” American Idol wrote on its Instagram Story. “He will be truly missed.”
In 2014, the singer told The Hollywood Reporter that his grandfather was part of what inspired him to get involved with music.
- 1/16/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Former “American Idol” contestant C.J. Harris has died after suffering a heart attack Sunday, TheWrap has confirmed
Harris, who was a contestant on the singing competition show, died in Jasper, Alabama, while being transported by an ambulance to Walker Baptist Medical Center. CPR attempts failed.
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“I’m completely shocked. Your talent and smile will be missed, and the world is definitely a darker and eerily quieter place without you in it,” Jessica Meuse, a fellow “American Idol” Season 13 contestant, wrote in an Instagram post remembering Harris. “I’ll miss your random phone calls asking for life advice and talking about the music world.”
Harris appeared on “American Idol” for the first time when the show held its 2014 auditions with judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. in Salt Lake City. During his time on the show, he performed standout versions of “American Woman,...
Harris, who was a contestant on the singing competition show, died in Jasper, Alabama, while being transported by an ambulance to Walker Baptist Medical Center. CPR attempts failed.
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“I’m completely shocked. Your talent and smile will be missed, and the world is definitely a darker and eerily quieter place without you in it,” Jessica Meuse, a fellow “American Idol” Season 13 contestant, wrote in an Instagram post remembering Harris. “I’ll miss your random phone calls asking for life advice and talking about the music world.”
Harris appeared on “American Idol” for the first time when the show held its 2014 auditions with judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. in Salt Lake City. During his time on the show, he performed standout versions of “American Woman,...
- 1/16/2023
- by Raquel "Rocky" Harris
- The Wrap
Singer and former American Idol contestant Cj Harris has died. The performer was just 31 years old. News of Harris’ death was announced by TMZ, to whom one of the singer’s family members revealed that the young talent had a heart attack. Taken to the hospital by ambulance, Harris didn’t survive the cardiac event. (Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Harris was best known for making a splash during American Idol‘s thirteenth season, which aired on Fox in 2014. He was critiqued by Season 13’s panel of judges, which included Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban, and Harry Connick Jr., and he made it to the Top 6 but was ultimately eliminated before the tail end of the competition. Fans of the show may recall that Harris auditioned in Salt Lake City, where he blew the judges away with his rendition of the Allman Brothers Band’s song “Soulshine.” It was through American Idol...
- 1/16/2023
- TV Insider
C.J. Harris, a singer and musician who was a prominent contender on the 13th season of Fox’s “American Idol,” died Sunday after suffering a medical emergency and being rushed to the Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, Ala. He was 31.
Harris’ death was confirmed by a spokesperson for the Walker County Coroner’s Office. No further details regarding a cause of death are available at this time.
Harris first auditioned for “American Idol” in 2010, also seeking out spots on other reality competition series like “The X-Factor” and “The Voice.” The singer found his foothold on Fox’s series in 2014, making a strong impression on judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr. with a performance of the Allman Brothers’ “Soulshine.”
Harris would maintain momentum through following episodes, even inspiring a save from the judges during the semi-finals. He eventually placed in sixth for the season.
Following his time on “American Idol,...
Harris’ death was confirmed by a spokesperson for the Walker County Coroner’s Office. No further details regarding a cause of death are available at this time.
Harris first auditioned for “American Idol” in 2010, also seeking out spots on other reality competition series like “The X-Factor” and “The Voice.” The singer found his foothold on Fox’s series in 2014, making a strong impression on judges Keith Urban, Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr. with a performance of the Allman Brothers’ “Soulshine.”
Harris would maintain momentum through following episodes, even inspiring a save from the judges during the semi-finals. He eventually placed in sixth for the season.
Following his time on “American Idol,...
- 1/16/2023
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
C.J. Harris, best known for appearing on American Idol, has died.
He was 31.
TMZ broke the news, revealing that Harris died Sunday after he was rushed to the Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, Alabama.
CPR efforts were unsuccessful.
Jessica Meuse, a fellow American Idol alum, paid tribute to Harris on Instagram.
"Your talent and smile will be missed, and the world is definitely a darker and eerily quieter place without you in it," she wrote in the tribute.
"When you go through something like Idol together, it brings everyone involved together like a big, weird, dysfunctional family," Meuse added.
"I'm grateful that our paths crossed and that I can say you were (and always will be) a part of mine."
"There are a lot of things I realize I will never understand — you leaving us so soon is one of those things."
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He was 31.
TMZ broke the news, revealing that Harris died Sunday after he was rushed to the Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, Alabama.
CPR efforts were unsuccessful.
Jessica Meuse, a fellow American Idol alum, paid tribute to Harris on Instagram.
"Your talent and smile will be missed, and the world is definitely a darker and eerily quieter place without you in it," she wrote in the tribute.
"When you go through something like Idol together, it brings everyone involved together like a big, weird, dysfunctional family," Meuse added.
"I'm grateful that our paths crossed and that I can say you were (and always will be) a part of mine."
"There are a lot of things I realize I will never understand — you leaving us so soon is one of those things."
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- 1/16/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
American Idol alum Cj Harris, Season 13’s sixth place finisher, died on Sunday. He was 31.
According to TMZ, which first reported the news, Harris was rushed to a hospital in his hometown of Jasper, Alabama after suffering a heart attack. He died shortly thereafter.
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Harris performed Allman Brothers Band’s “Soulshine” during his Salt Lake City-based Idol audition in 2014 (watch it here), wowing then-judges Harry Connick Jr.,...
According to TMZ, which first reported the news, Harris was rushed to a hospital in his hometown of Jasper, Alabama after suffering a heart attack. He died shortly thereafter.
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Harris performed Allman Brothers Band’s “Soulshine” during his Salt Lake City-based Idol audition in 2014 (watch it here), wowing then-judges Harry Connick Jr.,...
- 1/16/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Willem Dafoe has that rare energy as an actor where you could see him playing a benevolent and angelic character just as easily as you could see him playing an outright villain. Since his first screen appearance in 1980 in a background role as a cockfighter in Michael Cimino's troubled epic "Heaven's Gate," Dafoe has racked up close to 150 credits. That's at least three per year -- a far less common rate now that studios no longer have the power to work their stars into the ground. Dafoe's stardom is more akin to the New Hollywood hotshots that emerged in the '60s and '70s (think Henry Fonda or Faye Dunaway) than those celestial bodies of the classic era. He's always prioritized getting deep into a challenging character over playing admirable and attractive heroes.
In those 40-some years, he's played roles as wicked as the lecherous, greased-up gangster Bobby Peru...
In those 40-some years, he's played roles as wicked as the lecherous, greased-up gangster Bobby Peru...
- 1/8/2023
- by Ryan Coleman
- Slash Film
Grammy® Award-Winning Producer, Guitarist & Singer John Pizzarelli joins Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club’s 2022 Schedule of Shows which now includes 9 Nea Jazz Masters, 52 Grammy® Award-Winning Artists, 46 Blues Music Award-Winners, and a comprehensive list of talented musicians with 575+ Grammy® Award Nominations amongst them. Tickets for John Pizzarelli at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, as well as the current list of 2022 & 2023 shows, can be found on Ticketmaster.com and Jimmy’s Online Event Calendar at: http://www.jimmysoncongress.com/events.
Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club Features Grammy® Award-Winning Producer, Guitarist & Singer John Pizzarelli on Thursday December 15 at 8 P.M. World-Renowned Jazz Guitarist John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.”
While plenty of jazz greats influenced his work—Benny Goodman, Les Paul, Zoot Sims, Clark Terry and Slam Stewart, among others—Nat King Cole has been Pizzarelli’s hero and foundation over the last 25+ years.
Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club Features Grammy® Award-Winning Producer, Guitarist & Singer John Pizzarelli on Thursday December 15 at 8 P.M. World-Renowned Jazz Guitarist John Pizzarelli has been hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.”
While plenty of jazz greats influenced his work—Benny Goodman, Les Paul, Zoot Sims, Clark Terry and Slam Stewart, among others—Nat King Cole has been Pizzarelli’s hero and foundation over the last 25+ years.
- 11/25/2022
- by Music Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Music
Soon to premiere at Doc NYC, Sascha Just's Ellis tells the story of "a towering figure in the history of jazz." As the official synopsis informs, Ellis Marsalis "composed and performed major works of modern jazz infused with a uniquely New Orleans touch. "Along with his own uber-talented children Wynton and Branford Marsalis, he mentored a 'who's who' of jazz from multiple Grammy winner Jon Batiste to Harry Connick Jr., to hundreds of students who passed through his classes. "Ellis lived through the Jim Crow era in New Orleans. With his music and his teaching, he defied the strictures of this rigidly segregated society and reframed jazz as a powerful tool in moving beyond racist oppression. He continually defined his own standards of excellence and...
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- 10/21/2022
- Screen Anarchy
If you’re interested in seeing Harry Connick Jr. live before the end of this year, he has just announced a slate of new shows beginning this November.
Connick’s last album, Alone With My Faith dropped in 2021, and he also just played Daddy Warbucks in Annie Live! in December of last year.
>Get Deals On Harry Connick Jr. Concert Tickets Here!
You can purchase tickets here. His first set of shows begin on the East Coast with a set in Hershey, Pennsylvania, but he’ll also be all over the Midwest, West Coast, Southwest and Pacific Northwest as well.
Harry Connick Jr. Full List Of Tour Dates
November 18 – Hershey, Pa – Hershey Theatre
November 19 – Philadelphia, Pa – Academy of Music
November 20 – Richmond, Va – Altria Theater
November 21 – Washington D.C. – Kennedy Center
November 22, 23 – Durham, Nc – Dpac
November 25 – Cleveland, Oh – Keybank State Theatre
November 26 – Rochester, NY – Auditorium Theatre
November 27, 28 – New York, NY – David Geffen Hall,...
Connick’s last album, Alone With My Faith dropped in 2021, and he also just played Daddy Warbucks in Annie Live! in December of last year.
>Get Deals On Harry Connick Jr. Concert Tickets Here!
You can purchase tickets here. His first set of shows begin on the East Coast with a set in Hershey, Pennsylvania, but he’ll also be all over the Midwest, West Coast, Southwest and Pacific Northwest as well.
Harry Connick Jr. Full List Of Tour Dates
November 18 – Hershey, Pa – Hershey Theatre
November 19 – Philadelphia, Pa – Academy of Music
November 20 – Richmond, Va – Altria Theater
November 21 – Washington D.C. – Kennedy Center
November 22, 23 – Durham, Nc – Dpac
November 25 – Cleveland, Oh – Keybank State Theatre
November 26 – Rochester, NY – Auditorium Theatre
November 27, 28 – New York, NY – David Geffen Hall,...
- 10/9/2022
- by Jacob Linden
- Uinterview
HBO Max is about to say farewell to a number of fantastic films, but this time it's not related to their current slaughter. Since HBO Max first launched in May 2020, the streamer has consistently had absolutely stellar offerings of original programming and acquisitions alike, but these days it's hard to keep track with everything they keep sending to the gallows. HBO Max has served as the final streaming resting place for much of the catalog of their parent company, Warner Bros., and yet there are a surprising number of Warner Bros. releases leaving HBO Max at the end of September. Odd.
Regardless, here are five films leaving HBO Max that are absolutely worth checking out before they're sent back into the void ... or hopefully to another streamer.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)
Thanks to the success of "Everything Everywhere All At Once," international icon Michelle Yeoh is on top of the world,...
Regardless, here are five films leaving HBO Max that are absolutely worth checking out before they're sent back into the void ... or hopefully to another streamer.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)
Thanks to the success of "Everything Everywhere All At Once," international icon Michelle Yeoh is on top of the world,...
- 8/26/2022
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Anne Heche was truly respected within the daytime soap opera world going back decades to her landmark — and Emmy-winning — performance as good-and-evil twins Vicky Hudson and Marley Love on NBC’s defunct “Another World.” Above is a step back in time for a look at the late actress’ star-making performances.
From 1987-1991, Heche wowed viewers with her nuanced portrayals, even frequently acting opposite herself in scenes. Marley was the good girl; Victoria the bad seed. A soap opera cliché? Yeah. But Heche, who was just a teen back then, gave them such distinctive yet genuinely believable emotions that it was very quickly obvious that she had what it took to go the distance in the difficult industry she had chosen.
In a 2018 appearance on Harry Connick Jr.’s talk show, Heche said that she auditioned twice for “Another World” and wasn’t told until later why.
“Oh lordie, I did not,...
From 1987-1991, Heche wowed viewers with her nuanced portrayals, even frequently acting opposite herself in scenes. Marley was the good girl; Victoria the bad seed. A soap opera cliché? Yeah. But Heche, who was just a teen back then, gave them such distinctive yet genuinely believable emotions that it was very quickly obvious that she had what it took to go the distance in the difficult industry she had chosen.
In a 2018 appearance on Harry Connick Jr.’s talk show, Heche said that she auditioned twice for “Another World” and wasn’t told until later why.
“Oh lordie, I did not,...
- 8/13/2022
- by Rosemary Rossi
- The Wrap
“What was important for me was to really present the numbers that I felt had the strongest storytelling through choreography,” says Sergio Trujillo (“Annie Live!”) about selecting the three dance routines that earned him his Emmy nomination for Best Choreography for Variety or Reality Programming: “Hard Knock Life,” “We Got Annie,” and “NYC.” “Ultimately, what was most important to me was to be able to figure out a way of advancing the plot, how to use dance as narrative as opposed to just dance numbers.” Watch our exclusive video interview with Trujillo above.
SEE2022 Emmy nominations: Complete list of contenders for 74th Primetime Emmys
“Annie Live!” stars Celina Smith as the title orphan who in 1933 forms a close bond with billionaire Oliver Warbucks (Harry Connick Jr.) after suffering under the “care” of cruel orphanage matron Miss Hannigan (Taraji P. Henson). Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger plays Warbucks’s faithful secretary Grace,...
SEE2022 Emmy nominations: Complete list of contenders for 74th Primetime Emmys
“Annie Live!” stars Celina Smith as the title orphan who in 1933 forms a close bond with billionaire Oliver Warbucks (Harry Connick Jr.) after suffering under the “care” of cruel orphanage matron Miss Hannigan (Taraji P. Henson). Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger plays Warbucks’s faithful secretary Grace,...
- 7/21/2022
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
In 2017, Wendy Williams fainted on live television. The daytime gossip queen quickly got up and continued her show, but that episode signaled the beginning of health issues that plagued Williams. At the start of the fall 2021 TV season, the host went on a hiatus due to complications from Graves’ disease but, ultimately, never returned. As a result, “The Wendy Williams Show” is coming to a sudden end next month after a 14-year run.
Williams, who helped redefined the daytime space after conquering radio with her gift for gab, has said in various interviews that she plans to return to her show this fall. But with plans charging ahead for the 2022-23 television season, Williams isn’t reclaiming her purple chair so soon — and even if she did, she’d return to a daytime landscape that has dramatically changed almost overnight.
Not since “The Oprah Winfrey Show” ended in 2011 has the...
Williams, who helped redefined the daytime space after conquering radio with her gift for gab, has said in various interviews that she plans to return to her show this fall. But with plans charging ahead for the 2022-23 television season, Williams isn’t reclaiming her purple chair so soon — and even if she did, she’d return to a daytime landscape that has dramatically changed almost overnight.
Not since “The Oprah Winfrey Show” ended in 2011 has the...
- 5/20/2022
- by Elizabeth Wagmeister
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Harry Connick Jr. (Dolphin Tale) and Mira Sorvino (Shining Vale) are set to star in the romantic comedy The Islander, from Cyprus-based filmmaker Stelana Kliris, which has also cast newcomer Ali Fumiko Whitney (The Road Dance).
The film shooting next month in Cyprus follows a has-been musician (Connick Jr.) as he moves, sight unseen, to a remote cliffside house on an island, only to discover his new home has an unfortunate notoriety. Through a series of charming mishaps, it turns out maybe love can be found right where he left it.
Kliris will direct from her own screenplay, and produce alongside Keith Arnold and Steven Shapiro. The project is from Uinta Productions (Tommy’s Honour) and Kliris’s Cyprus-based Meraki Films, in association with Das Films (The November Man), with support from the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture, and the Cyprus Film Commission’s incentives scheme. Pic will...
The film shooting next month in Cyprus follows a has-been musician (Connick Jr.) as he moves, sight unseen, to a remote cliffside house on an island, only to discover his new home has an unfortunate notoriety. Through a series of charming mishaps, it turns out maybe love can be found right where he left it.
Kliris will direct from her own screenplay, and produce alongside Keith Arnold and Steven Shapiro. The project is from Uinta Productions (Tommy’s Honour) and Kliris’s Cyprus-based Meraki Films, in association with Das Films (The November Man), with support from the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture, and the Cyprus Film Commission’s incentives scheme. Pic will...
- 4/28/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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