Scandal alums Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn were among the first of dozens of celebrities who gathered at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in August to lend their support to Kamala Harris and Tim Walz whether it be through musical performances or hosting or giving speeches. Mindy Kaling, Eva Longoria and of course Oprah lent their star power, as well.
The California-born VP has long had a lot of friends in Hollywood – Hell, it was former BET president Reginald Hudlin’s spouse Chrisette Suter who introduced Harris and her ex-entertainment lawyer husband Doug Emhoff over a decade ago.
Related: 2024 DNC Celebrity Attendees Photo Gallery: Musicians & Actors Who Showed Up For Harris
That Tinseltown support for Harris has exploded since Joe Biden dropped out of the White House race in late July and put his full weight behind his Vice President. Over the past few weeks, Beyoncé has contributed millions to the...
The California-born VP has long had a lot of friends in Hollywood – Hell, it was former BET president Reginald Hudlin’s spouse Chrisette Suter who introduced Harris and her ex-entertainment lawyer husband Doug Emhoff over a decade ago.
Related: 2024 DNC Celebrity Attendees Photo Gallery: Musicians & Actors Who Showed Up For Harris
That Tinseltown support for Harris has exploded since Joe Biden dropped out of the White House race in late July and put his full weight behind his Vice President. Over the past few weeks, Beyoncé has contributed millions to the...
- 10/31/2024
- by Dessi Gomez and Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Forest Whitaker‘s daughters are all grown up. The father of four created a beautiful blended family with his late ex-wife, Keisha. Now that the kids are young adults, they attend special events with their dad when the occasion calls for it. On October 30, Forest and his second-oldest biological daughter, True Whitaker, had a heartwarming father-daughter date at the Dune: Prophecy world premiere.
Forest Whitaker and daughter True turn out for ‘Dune: Prophecy’ True Whitaker and Forest Whitaker at NYC’s Jazz at Lincoln Center on October 30, 2024 | Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
True Whitaker, his youngest daughter, shared photos of their evening on her Instagram Stories. The 26-year-old posted images of the Dune: Propechy billboard, Forest hugging Prophecy star Tabu, and herself beaming with her dad. The latter photo featured a tear eyed emoji and red heart emoji. True calls her dad “very supportive” of her acting career, reports the NY Post.
Forest Whitaker and daughter True turn out for ‘Dune: Prophecy’ True Whitaker and Forest Whitaker at NYC’s Jazz at Lincoln Center on October 30, 2024 | Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
True Whitaker, his youngest daughter, shared photos of their evening on her Instagram Stories. The 26-year-old posted images of the Dune: Propechy billboard, Forest hugging Prophecy star Tabu, and herself beaming with her dad. The latter photo featured a tear eyed emoji and red heart emoji. True calls her dad “very supportive” of her acting career, reports the NY Post.
- 10/31/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Hollywood Reporter said Wednesday that Selena Gomez will receive this year’s Equity in Entertainment Award at THR’s annual Women in Entertainment breakfast gala presented by Lifetime, which is set for Dec. 4 in Los Angeles.
Gomez joins Nicole Kidman, who as previously announced will receive the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award, as an honoree at this year’s gala.
The Equity in Entertainment Award recognizes individuals who amplify the voices of underrepresented communities in the entertainment industry. The award was created in 2016, and previous honorees include Kerry Washington, Issa Rae, Ryan Murphy, Amy Pascal, Nina Jacobson and Selma Blair.
“Selena Gomez has long inspired people worldwide not just as an incredible entertainer, but also as an individual deeply committed to advocacy,” THR co-editors-in-chief Nekesa Mumbi Moody and Maer Roshan said. “From raising awareness and funds in support of youth mental health through the Rare Impact Fund to her lupus advocacy and beyond,...
Gomez joins Nicole Kidman, who as previously announced will receive the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award, as an honoree at this year’s gala.
The Equity in Entertainment Award recognizes individuals who amplify the voices of underrepresented communities in the entertainment industry. The award was created in 2016, and previous honorees include Kerry Washington, Issa Rae, Ryan Murphy, Amy Pascal, Nina Jacobson and Selma Blair.
“Selena Gomez has long inspired people worldwide not just as an incredible entertainer, but also as an individual deeply committed to advocacy,” THR co-editors-in-chief Nekesa Mumbi Moody and Maer Roshan said. “From raising awareness and funds in support of youth mental health through the Rare Impact Fund to her lupus advocacy and beyond,...
- 10/30/2024
- by THR Staff
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
On the heels of their Netflix documentary, Will Ferrell and Harper Steele have another collaboration in the works as honorees at the ACLU Foundation of Southern California’s annual Bill of Rights Awards.
Per the organization, the pair is being singled out “for sharing their journey in the Netflix documentary Will & Harper, a celebration of allyship, trans joy and friendship, and an invitation for us to ride along and empower each other.” The film, directed by Josh Greenbaum, follows the close friends of 30 years and onetime Saturday Night Live colleagues as they go on a cross-country road trip to examine a new chapter in their relationship after Steele comes out as transgender.
The awards event, scheduled to take place at the Beverly Hilton on Nov. 10, will also honor Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and USC Professor Viet Thanh Nguyen (The Sympathizer), actor and activist Mark Ruffalo and Brittney and Cherelle Griner.
Per the organization, the pair is being singled out “for sharing their journey in the Netflix documentary Will & Harper, a celebration of allyship, trans joy and friendship, and an invitation for us to ride along and empower each other.” The film, directed by Josh Greenbaum, follows the close friends of 30 years and onetime Saturday Night Live colleagues as they go on a cross-country road trip to examine a new chapter in their relationship after Steele comes out as transgender.
The awards event, scheduled to take place at the Beverly Hilton on Nov. 10, will also honor Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and USC Professor Viet Thanh Nguyen (The Sympathizer), actor and activist Mark Ruffalo and Brittney and Cherelle Griner.
- 10/29/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Victoria Monét and DJ D-Nice will join a lineup of other celebrities at a get-out-the-vote rally in Atlanta on Tuesday for When We All Vote, the organization founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama.
The former First Lady will headline the rally, which will also feature performances by Ari Lennox and a local drumline.
Monét will join other speakers including When We All Vote co-chairs Kerry Washington, Shonda Rhimes, Rita Wilson and Liza Koshy, along with ambassadors Kelly Rowland, Marsai Martin and Ciara. Kalen Allen and Lynae Vanee will co-host.
The rally, which will be live-streamed, will promote first-time and early voting in particular in the state. Early voting ends on Nov. 1.
Others scheduled to attend and speak at the event include Kate Capshaw, EarthGang, Nneka Ogwumike, Reyna Roberts, Patti Scialfa, Lynae Vanee and Lynn Whitfield.
Obama and others have campaigned for Kamala Harris, but When We All Vote...
The former First Lady will headline the rally, which will also feature performances by Ari Lennox and a local drumline.
Monét will join other speakers including When We All Vote co-chairs Kerry Washington, Shonda Rhimes, Rita Wilson and Liza Koshy, along with ambassadors Kelly Rowland, Marsai Martin and Ciara. Kalen Allen and Lynae Vanee will co-host.
The rally, which will be live-streamed, will promote first-time and early voting in particular in the state. Early voting ends on Nov. 1.
Others scheduled to attend and speak at the event include Kate Capshaw, EarthGang, Nneka Ogwumike, Reyna Roberts, Patti Scialfa, Lynae Vanee and Lynn Whitfield.
Obama and others have campaigned for Kamala Harris, but When We All Vote...
- 10/28/2024
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Kerry Washington, LeToya Luckett-Coles, John Legend and Stevie Wonder have taped radio spots for a new Democratic National Committee ad campaign targeting Black voters to cast ballots.
The spots, part of a seven-figure campaign, will air on 48 Black radio stations across the country, and the I Will Vote ads also will be featured in 55 Black publications.
In her spot, Washington says, “I am here to remind you that your vote is your voice, and your voice is your power. If we want to see the progress that our communities are looking for, it is time to get involved and let your voices be heard. That means, if you want an economy that works for all of us, if you want to lower the cost of living, if you want a president that puts us and our communities first, then you got to get out and vote.”
The DNC also has...
The spots, part of a seven-figure campaign, will air on 48 Black radio stations across the country, and the I Will Vote ads also will be featured in 55 Black publications.
In her spot, Washington says, “I am here to remind you that your vote is your voice, and your voice is your power. If we want to see the progress that our communities are looking for, it is time to get involved and let your voices be heard. That means, if you want an economy that works for all of us, if you want to lower the cost of living, if you want a president that puts us and our communities first, then you got to get out and vote.”
The DNC also has...
- 10/28/2024
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
John Legend, Kerry Washington, Stevie Wonder and LeToya Luckett-Coles are lending their voices to Kamala Harris’ campaign in a new radio push aimed at targeting Black voters.
As part of a Democratic presidential candidate’s first-ever seven-figure “I Will Vote” ad campaign, the recognizable voices will appear in ads in 55 Black publications and on 48 Black radio stations across the country.
The ads feature the influential singers/actors/producers sharing how Democrats are fighting for lower prescription drug prices, access to reproductive health care and an economy that works for everyone while stressing the importance of voting.
“This is Kerry Washington, and I am here to remind you that your vote is your voice, and your voice is your power,” says the Scandal actress and activist in her ad. “If you want an economy that works for all of us, if you want to lower the cost of living, if you...
As part of a Democratic presidential candidate’s first-ever seven-figure “I Will Vote” ad campaign, the recognizable voices will appear in ads in 55 Black publications and on 48 Black radio stations across the country.
The ads feature the influential singers/actors/producers sharing how Democrats are fighting for lower prescription drug prices, access to reproductive health care and an economy that works for everyone while stressing the importance of voting.
“This is Kerry Washington, and I am here to remind you that your vote is your voice, and your voice is your power,” says the Scandal actress and activist in her ad. “If you want an economy that works for all of us, if you want to lower the cost of living, if you...
- 10/28/2024
- by Jackie Strause
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Women In Film celebrated a slew of women in the entertainment industry at their 2024 Wif Honors Thursday night.
The annual benefit, held at The Beverly Hilton, supports the organization’s educational and philanthropic programs. The gala awarded five awards throughout the evening, which was themed “The Power of the Collective,” to “industry leaders who demonstrate how strength in collaboration, inclusion and uplifting stories can change culture for the better,” according to a release.
Annette Bening received the first honor of the night, the Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award, presented by Fonda herself. “Over the last few years, I’ve read interviews with Annette. I never miss an interview, especially when she talks about her craft, because you always learn something,” Fonda told the audience of Bening.
“I discovered her empathy and her generosity,” she continued, highlighting her work as chair of the Entertainment Community Fund. Bening thanked Fonda and dove into some topical subjects.
The annual benefit, held at The Beverly Hilton, supports the organization’s educational and philanthropic programs. The gala awarded five awards throughout the evening, which was themed “The Power of the Collective,” to “industry leaders who demonstrate how strength in collaboration, inclusion and uplifting stories can change culture for the better,” according to a release.
Annette Bening received the first honor of the night, the Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award, presented by Fonda herself. “Over the last few years, I’ve read interviews with Annette. I never miss an interview, especially when she talks about her craft, because you always learn something,” Fonda told the audience of Bening.
“I discovered her empathy and her generosity,” she continued, highlighting her work as chair of the Entertainment Community Fund. Bening thanked Fonda and dove into some topical subjects.
- 10/26/2024
- by Nicole Fell
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
After much speculation as to whether she’d ever make an appearance, Beyoncé finally joined Vice President Kamala Harris at a Houston rally on Friday.
The singer was introduced by her mother, Tina Knowles, and joined onstage by her former Destiny’s Child bandmate, Kelly Rowland. Earlier in the evening, country music’s Willie Nelson performed.
“We are at the precipice of an enormous shift,” Beyoncé told the crowd. “I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as a politician. I’m here as a mother, a mother who cares about the world our children live in, a world where we have the freedom to control our bodies, a world where we are not divided, our past or present or future.”
“We’re all part of something much bigger. We must vote and we need you,” she said. “Let’s do this. Ladies and gentlemen, give a big,...
The singer was introduced by her mother, Tina Knowles, and joined onstage by her former Destiny’s Child bandmate, Kelly Rowland. Earlier in the evening, country music’s Willie Nelson performed.
“We are at the precipice of an enormous shift,” Beyoncé told the crowd. “I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as a politician. I’m here as a mother, a mother who cares about the world our children live in, a world where we have the freedom to control our bodies, a world where we are not divided, our past or present or future.”
“We’re all part of something much bigger. We must vote and we need you,” she said. “Let’s do this. Ladies and gentlemen, give a big,...
- 10/26/2024
- by Lexy Perez and Zoe G. Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Joey King, Kate Winslet, and Kerry Washington were among the stars celebrated with special awards at the 2024 Wif Honors event!
The star-studded evening, themed “The Power of the Collective,” took place on Thursday night (October 24) at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.
The event is an annual benefit supporting Wif’s educational and philanthropic programs, and its advocacy for gender parity in entertainment. Other honorees at the event included Annette Bening, Michelle Buteau, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel and Ellen Kuras and some of the presenters included Jane Fonda, Marion Cotillard, Janelle James, and more.
While heading up to the stage, Joey had a minor wardrobe malfunction and adorably played it off. Make sure to check out the hilarious video!
Other stars in attendance included Quinta Brunson, Jurnee Smollett, Lili Reinhart, and Lake Bell. We have a full list of the stars below!
Head inside to see all of the stars in attendance…...
The star-studded evening, themed “The Power of the Collective,” took place on Thursday night (October 24) at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.
The event is an annual benefit supporting Wif’s educational and philanthropic programs, and its advocacy for gender parity in entertainment. Other honorees at the event included Annette Bening, Michelle Buteau, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel and Ellen Kuras and some of the presenters included Jane Fonda, Marion Cotillard, Janelle James, and more.
While heading up to the stage, Joey had a minor wardrobe malfunction and adorably played it off. Make sure to check out the hilarious video!
Other stars in attendance included Quinta Brunson, Jurnee Smollett, Lili Reinhart, and Lake Bell. We have a full list of the stars below!
Head inside to see all of the stars in attendance…...
- 10/25/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Matt Bomer is sporting a new look!
The 47-year-old actor debuted a new mustache while attending an intimate dinner for Tod’s on Wednesday night (October 23) at the Sunset Tower’s Tower Bar in West Hollywood, Calif.
The dinner was held to celebrate Tod’s new collection under the creative direction of Matteo Tamburini, introducing the brand’s new creative director to the L.A. community.
Other stars in attendance included Kerry Washington, Edgar Ramirez, Michelle Monaghan, Amber Valletta, Kelly Rowland, Justine Lupe, Scott Speedman, Jurnee Smollett, Sarah Shahi, Rachel Zoe, Casey Fremont, Rob Zangardi, Jeanne Yang, Brigitte Romanek, Paul Rabil, Natalie Martinez, China Chow, Stephen Galloway, and others.
Head inside to check out more photos from the event…
Check out some more photos below…
Matt Bomer
Kerry Washington
Edgar Ramirez
Matt Bomer and Edgar Ramirez
Kelly Rowland and Jurnee Smollett
Scott Speedman
Michelle Monaghan
Sarah Shahi
Justine Lupe
Rachel...
The 47-year-old actor debuted a new mustache while attending an intimate dinner for Tod’s on Wednesday night (October 23) at the Sunset Tower’s Tower Bar in West Hollywood, Calif.
The dinner was held to celebrate Tod’s new collection under the creative direction of Matteo Tamburini, introducing the brand’s new creative director to the L.A. community.
Other stars in attendance included Kerry Washington, Edgar Ramirez, Michelle Monaghan, Amber Valletta, Kelly Rowland, Justine Lupe, Scott Speedman, Jurnee Smollett, Sarah Shahi, Rachel Zoe, Casey Fremont, Rob Zangardi, Jeanne Yang, Brigitte Romanek, Paul Rabil, Natalie Martinez, China Chow, Stephen Galloway, and others.
Head inside to check out more photos from the event…
Check out some more photos below…
Matt Bomer
Kerry Washington
Edgar Ramirez
Matt Bomer and Edgar Ramirez
Kelly Rowland and Jurnee Smollett
Scott Speedman
Michelle Monaghan
Sarah Shahi
Justine Lupe
Rachel...
- 10/25/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The 2024 Wif Honors were held Thursday, October 24 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. Founded in 1973 as Women In Film Los Angeles, Wif advocates for and advances the careers of women working in the screen industries to achieve parity and transform culture. Gold Derby associate editor Latasha Ford was on the red carpet to chat with honorees and invited guests as they headed into the event. Watch the each person’s interview by clicking on their name below.
Kate Winslet
Ellen Kuras
Kerry Washington
Joey King
Sherry Cola
Ari Graynor (star of “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”)
Rachael Harris (star of “Mother of the Bride” and “Unfrosted”)
Emayatzy Corinealdi (star of “Reasonable Doubt”)
Natasha Ofili (first Black Deaf playable character in Marvel’s “Spider-Man 2” video game)
Sharon Lawrence
Annette Bening received the Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award for her philanthropic work with Planned Parenthood and breast cancer research,...
Kate Winslet
Ellen Kuras
Kerry Washington
Joey King
Sherry Cola
Ari Graynor (star of “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”)
Rachael Harris (star of “Mother of the Bride” and “Unfrosted”)
Emayatzy Corinealdi (star of “Reasonable Doubt”)
Natasha Ofili (first Black Deaf playable character in Marvel’s “Spider-Man 2” video game)
Sharon Lawrence
Annette Bening received the Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award for her philanthropic work with Planned Parenthood and breast cancer research,...
- 10/25/2024
- by Latasha Ford and Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Beyoncé is making good on all of those rumors.
The Grammy-winning singer is set to join Kamala Harris at a Friday rally in Houston, a source familiar with the planning confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter.
The event, which has not yet been publicly announced, will also see Beyoncé joined by her mother, Tina Knowles, and country music’s Willie Nelson.
A Harris campaign spokesperson said they could not confirm. THR has reached out to a rep for Beyoncé.
The planned appearance ends months of speculation about if Beyoncé would publicly endorse the Democratic party’s presidential nominee, given the impact the 32-time Grammy-winning artist could have on voters.
At the onset of Harris’ campaign, Beyoncé had reportedly granted Vice President Harris approval to use the Lemonade song, “Freedom.” The song, which champions Black women’s empowerment, has since become an anthem for Harris’ 2024 campaign.
There was then so much hype...
The Grammy-winning singer is set to join Kamala Harris at a Friday rally in Houston, a source familiar with the planning confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter.
The event, which has not yet been publicly announced, will also see Beyoncé joined by her mother, Tina Knowles, and country music’s Willie Nelson.
A Harris campaign spokesperson said they could not confirm. THR has reached out to a rep for Beyoncé.
The planned appearance ends months of speculation about if Beyoncé would publicly endorse the Democratic party’s presidential nominee, given the impact the 32-time Grammy-winning artist could have on voters.
At the onset of Harris’ campaign, Beyoncé had reportedly granted Vice President Harris approval to use the Lemonade song, “Freedom.” The song, which champions Black women’s empowerment, has since become an anthem for Harris’ 2024 campaign.
There was then so much hype...
- 10/24/2024
- by Jackie Strause
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Beyoncé has long allowed Kamala Harris to use her song “Freedom” song for the Vice President’s campaign soundtrack, but now Queen Bey is hitting the stage in person as the close race for the White House race goes into its final days.
A source close to the campaign confirms to Deadline that the 32-time Grammy-winning superstar will appear with the VP on Friday in Beyoncé’s hometown of Houston.
In a true show of Texas hold ’em, Harris and Beyoncé will be joined by Willie Nelson at the event, which could also provide a Lone Star State boost to Rep. Colin Allred’s burgeoning bid to boot incumbent Ted Cruz out of the Senate. Throwing some shade on the VP’s rival, the very high profile Beyoncé event will also occur on the same day that Donald Trump is set to be in Austin to tape an episode of...
A source close to the campaign confirms to Deadline that the 32-time Grammy-winning superstar will appear with the VP on Friday in Beyoncé’s hometown of Houston.
In a true show of Texas hold ’em, Harris and Beyoncé will be joined by Willie Nelson at the event, which could also provide a Lone Star State boost to Rep. Colin Allred’s burgeoning bid to boot incumbent Ted Cruz out of the Senate. Throwing some shade on the VP’s rival, the very high profile Beyoncé event will also occur on the same day that Donald Trump is set to be in Austin to tape an episode of...
- 10/24/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
With the 60th quadrennial United States presidential elections, Hollywood celebrities are making all the headlines as they pick a side between being either a Democratic or a Republican. The major debate is between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, and a significant amount of the entertainment industry seems to be gliding in support of the latter.
Kamala Harris. | Credits: Lawrence Jackson/Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons.
Of course, in this presidential race, which many deem one of the most important elections to date, Trump is trying to play his card as best as he can and has even managed to earn some significant supporters up his list. But when it comes to Harris, the fan following seems to be constantly increasing in numbers and names from Hollywood.
For one, she has scored herself some prominent supporters and endorsers among the likes of the billionaire singer Taylor Swift, the ever-entertaining heartthrob George Clooney,...
Kamala Harris. | Credits: Lawrence Jackson/Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons.
Of course, in this presidential race, which many deem one of the most important elections to date, Trump is trying to play his card as best as he can and has even managed to earn some significant supporters up his list. But when it comes to Harris, the fan following seems to be constantly increasing in numbers and names from Hollywood.
For one, she has scored herself some prominent supporters and endorsers among the likes of the billionaire singer Taylor Swift, the ever-entertaining heartthrob George Clooney,...
- 10/24/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
[This story contains spoilers from the season two finale of Reasonable Doubt.]
Michael Ealy’s Reasonable Doubt character Damon Cooke seemingly rose from the dead in the Hulu legal drama’s season two finale. But his return was, as it turned out, only in the mind of series lead Jax Stewart (Emayatzy Corinealdi), who found herself playing an internal blame game when the realities of Lewis (McKinley Freeman) having a baby with another woman began to set in.
Jax’s train of thought isn’t totally off track, as her affair with Damon, as well as with a former co-worker, were the catalyst for the couple separating and Lewis sleeping with Toni (Tristan Cunningham), who loses their baby after going into labor early in the season two finale. At the end of season one, Jax’s romance with Damon took a dark turn when his possessiveness led him to kidnap the defense attorney and later commit suicide when authorities arrived to rescue her.
Michael Ealy’s Reasonable Doubt character Damon Cooke seemingly rose from the dead in the Hulu legal drama’s season two finale. But his return was, as it turned out, only in the mind of series lead Jax Stewart (Emayatzy Corinealdi), who found herself playing an internal blame game when the realities of Lewis (McKinley Freeman) having a baby with another woman began to set in.
Jax’s train of thought isn’t totally off track, as her affair with Damon, as well as with a former co-worker, were the catalyst for the couple separating and Lewis sleeping with Toni (Tristan Cunningham), who loses their baby after going into labor early in the season two finale. At the end of season one, Jax’s romance with Damon took a dark turn when his possessiveness led him to kidnap the defense attorney and later commit suicide when authorities arrived to rescue her.
- 10/22/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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The Diplomat is a political thriller comedy-drama series created by Debora Cahn. The Netflix series follows the story of Kate Wyler, a career diplomat who is married to a political star as she is recruited as the United States ambassador to the United Kingdom amid an international crisis. The Diplomat stars Keri Russell in the lead role with Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi, Rory Kinnear, Georgie Henley, Ato Essandoh, Ali Ahn, Jess Chanliau, and Nana Mensah starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, political thrills, and compelling characters in The Diplomat here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Madam Secretary (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – CBS
Madam Secretary is a political thriller drama series created by Barbara Hall. The CBS series follows the story of Elizabeth McCord, a former CIA analyst...
The Diplomat is a political thriller comedy-drama series created by Debora Cahn. The Netflix series follows the story of Kate Wyler, a career diplomat who is married to a political star as she is recruited as the United States ambassador to the United Kingdom amid an international crisis. The Diplomat stars Keri Russell in the lead role with Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi, Rory Kinnear, Georgie Henley, Ato Essandoh, Ali Ahn, Jess Chanliau, and Nana Mensah starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, political thrills, and compelling characters in The Diplomat here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Madam Secretary (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – CBS
Madam Secretary is a political thriller drama series created by Barbara Hall. The CBS series follows the story of Elizabeth McCord, a former CIA analyst...
- 10/22/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
CAA has added Rachel Baxter as an agent to its global speakers department.
Based in London, she will focus on building CAA Speakers’ footprint across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Baxter comes to the Hollywood entertainment and sports agency after seven years with the talent management agency Ymu.
She also headed the corporate and live events department at M&c Saatchi Merlin, and before that produced events for the British Olympic Association, among others.
“Rachel’s exceptional track record in securing high-profile speaking engagements and connecting talent with the right audiences makes her a great fit. Her expertise and deep relationships in the industry will be a tremendous asset to our clients as we continue to grow CAA Speakers’ efforts in the international marketplace,” Peter Jacobs, head of CAA Speakers said in a statement.
The CAA Speakers department books business, keynote and motivational speakers from among notable celebrities like...
Based in London, she will focus on building CAA Speakers’ footprint across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Baxter comes to the Hollywood entertainment and sports agency after seven years with the talent management agency Ymu.
She also headed the corporate and live events department at M&c Saatchi Merlin, and before that produced events for the British Olympic Association, among others.
“Rachel’s exceptional track record in securing high-profile speaking engagements and connecting talent with the right audiences makes her a great fit. Her expertise and deep relationships in the industry will be a tremendous asset to our clients as we continue to grow CAA Speakers’ efforts in the international marketplace,” Peter Jacobs, head of CAA Speakers said in a statement.
The CAA Speakers department books business, keynote and motivational speakers from among notable celebrities like...
- 10/22/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Earlier this year, writer/director Rian Johnson got his latest film Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery – which, as you can glean from the title, is indeed the latest installment in the series of murder mysteries that Johnson began with Knives Out in 2019 and continued with Glass Onion in 2022 – through production. At the heart of these films is private investigator Benoit Blanc, played by Daniel Craig, and Johnson always surrounds him with an impressive cast. This time around, Craig’s co-stars include Josh Brolin (No Country for Old Men), Josh O’Connor (Challengers), Glenn Close (Dangerous Liaisons), Mila Kunis (Black Swan), Jeremy Renner (The Hurt Locker), Kerry Washington (Scandal), Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers), Cailee Spaeny (Alien: Romulus), Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church (Spider-Man 3). During a panel at the New York Comic Con, Brolin said working on Wake Up Dead Man was one of his favorite...
- 10/21/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Tyler Perry delivers his first TV show for Netflix under his first-look deal.
Tyler Perry is about to make history. The prolific creator behind hits like “House of Payne” and “The Haves and the Have Nots” is about to drop his first ever TV series for Netflix with “Beauty in Black,” debuting on Thursday, Oct. 24. The family drama is set to drop the first half of season one on that day with eight episodes, followed by eight more on at a time to be determined. Here’s everything you need to know about Tyler Perry’s “Beauty in Black.”
Everything You Need to Know About ‘Beauty in Black’:
What is ‘Beauty in Black’ About?
Who Are the Main Characters in ‘Beauty in Black’?
Who Are the Creators Behind ‘Beauty in Black’?
What Time Will Episodes of ‘Beauty in Black’ Come on Netflix?
What Other Tyler Perry Titles Are Available to Stream?...
Tyler Perry is about to make history. The prolific creator behind hits like “House of Payne” and “The Haves and the Have Nots” is about to drop his first ever TV series for Netflix with “Beauty in Black,” debuting on Thursday, Oct. 24. The family drama is set to drop the first half of season one on that day with eight episodes, followed by eight more on at a time to be determined. Here’s everything you need to know about Tyler Perry’s “Beauty in Black.”
Everything You Need to Know About ‘Beauty in Black’:
What is ‘Beauty in Black’ About?
Who Are the Main Characters in ‘Beauty in Black’?
Who Are the Creators Behind ‘Beauty in Black’?
What Time Will Episodes of ‘Beauty in Black’ Come on Netflix?
What Other Tyler Perry Titles Are Available to Stream?...
- 10/21/2024
- by Thomas Waschenfelder
- The Streamable
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures held its annual gala on Saturday night honoring Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno and Quentin Tarantino while raising over $11 million to support the exhibitions, education initiatives and public programming at the L.A. museum, which opened in 2021.
The fourth annual event, one of Hollywood’s most star-studded nights, was co-chaired by Dr. Eric Esrailian, Salma Hayek Pinault, Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria and Tyler Perry. The night’s guest list ranged from Hollywood icons — Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, Meg Ryan, Joaquin Phoenix and Julia Louis-Dreyfus — to relative newcomers, including Anora‘s Mikey Madison, Queer‘s Drew Starkey, Babygirl‘s Harris Dickinson, recent Emmy winner Anna Sawai and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story stars Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez.
There were also plenty of appearances from those who may land a spot among this year’s Oscar nominees, including Wicked‘s leads Ariana Grande...
The fourth annual event, one of Hollywood’s most star-studded nights, was co-chaired by Dr. Eric Esrailian, Salma Hayek Pinault, Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria and Tyler Perry. The night’s guest list ranged from Hollywood icons — Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, Meg Ryan, Joaquin Phoenix and Julia Louis-Dreyfus — to relative newcomers, including Anora‘s Mikey Madison, Queer‘s Drew Starkey, Babygirl‘s Harris Dickinson, recent Emmy winner Anna Sawai and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story stars Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez.
There were also plenty of appearances from those who may land a spot among this year’s Oscar nominees, including Wicked‘s leads Ariana Grande...
- 10/20/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Daniel Craig is mostly known among the fans for being the highest-paid James Bond actor. Besides that, the Munich actor also contributed significantly to modernizing the classic whodunit thriller genre with his Knives Out film series. The first Knives Out film, released in 2019 was a huge commercial and critical hit. However, on the release of its sequel Glass Onion by Netflix, both Craig and director Rian Johnson were highly disappointed.
Daniel Craig in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Credits: Netflix
Following Knives Out‘s success, when Rian Johnson planned to make a sequel with the character Benoit Blanc, Netflix outbid everyone to acquire the rights to multiple sequels for a mind-boggling $469 Million. Unfortunately, this deal killed the possibility for the sequel to get a wide theatrical release.
And as per the latest reports, Daniel Craig had a heated exchange with Netflix co-ceo Ted Sarandos over the limited release of...
Daniel Craig in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Credits: Netflix
Following Knives Out‘s success, when Rian Johnson planned to make a sequel with the character Benoit Blanc, Netflix outbid everyone to acquire the rights to multiple sequels for a mind-boggling $469 Million. Unfortunately, this deal killed the possibility for the sequel to get a wide theatrical release.
And as per the latest reports, Daniel Craig had a heated exchange with Netflix co-ceo Ted Sarandos over the limited release of...
- 10/19/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Music legend Cher announced that she will be voting for Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
“I have followed Kamala Harris since she was my U.S. senator,” said Cher in a video clip posted to social media on Friday. “She fought for me then and she is fighting for all of us now.”
She added she would be “proudly voting” for Harris and Walz, adding, “I know they will fight to protect our rights and I’m so grateful to be able to...
“I have followed Kamala Harris since she was my U.S. senator,” said Cher in a video clip posted to social media on Friday. “She fought for me then and she is fighting for all of us now.”
She added she would be “proudly voting” for Harris and Walz, adding, “I know they will fight to protect our rights and I’m so grateful to be able to...
- 10/19/2024
- by Charisma Madarang
- Rollingstone.com
Una historia basada en hechos reales protagonizada por Kerry Washington. © Netflix
Netflix ha publicado un nuevo tráiler de Seis Triple Ocho, la película escrita y dirigida por Tyler Perry (Diario de una chiflada), que narra la motivadora historia real de las increíblemente valientes mujeres del primer y único cuerpo del Ejército de Estados Unidos integrado exclusivamente por mujeres negras que sirvió en el extranjero en la Segunda Guerra Mundial.
Seis Triple Ocho sigue a estas valientes que se enfrentaron al sexismo y la discriminación, a un entorno desconocido y un país asolado por la guerra, pero se mantuvieron firmes y ordenaron más de 17 millones de cartas en solo 3 meses, gracias a lo cual los soldados estadounidenses pudieron retomar el contacto con sus familiares y seres queridos. Su lema para motivarse a diario era: «Sin correo, no hay moral». Y es que las mujeres del batallón 6888 del Directorio Postal no solo ayudaron a repartir el correo,...
Netflix ha publicado un nuevo tráiler de Seis Triple Ocho, la película escrita y dirigida por Tyler Perry (Diario de una chiflada), que narra la motivadora historia real de las increíblemente valientes mujeres del primer y único cuerpo del Ejército de Estados Unidos integrado exclusivamente por mujeres negras que sirvió en el extranjero en la Segunda Guerra Mundial.
Seis Triple Ocho sigue a estas valientes que se enfrentaron al sexismo y la discriminación, a un entorno desconocido y un país asolado por la guerra, pero se mantuvieron firmes y ordenaron más de 17 millones de cartas en solo 3 meses, gracias a lo cual los soldados estadounidenses pudieron retomar el contacto con sus familiares y seres queridos. Su lema para motivarse a diario era: «Sin correo, no hay moral». Y es que las mujeres del batallón 6888 del Directorio Postal no solo ayudaron a repartir el correo,...
- 10/18/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
Last quarter, Netflix poured cold water on its rivals’ plans to put together streaming bundles and, three months on, it is going a step further.
The streamer has slammed the idea of streamer bundles after delivering its latest financial results, which saw it add 5.1M subscribers.
“Programming for such a large, engaged audience, with so much variety and great quality, is hard. It’s why streaming services which lack our breadth of content are increasingly looking to bundle their offerings. Netflix is already an extraordinary package of series and films (licensed and original), and increasingly games and live events — all in one place and for one price, easy to use and great value for money,” it noted in a letter to shareholders.
Related: Netflix Dismisses Idea Of Bundling With Rival Streamers Like Disney+ & Max
This comes as the likes of Disney...
The streamer has slammed the idea of streamer bundles after delivering its latest financial results, which saw it add 5.1M subscribers.
“Programming for such a large, engaged audience, with so much variety and great quality, is hard. It’s why streaming services which lack our breadth of content are increasingly looking to bundle their offerings. Netflix is already an extraordinary package of series and films (licensed and original), and increasingly games and live events — all in one place and for one price, easy to use and great value for money,” it noted in a letter to shareholders.
Related: Netflix Dismisses Idea Of Bundling With Rival Streamers Like Disney+ & Max
This comes as the likes of Disney...
- 10/17/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tika Sumpter (Sonic the Hedgehog 3) has co-written and is starring in a new Tyler Perry rom-com for Amazon MGM Studios, Deadline can exclusively reveal. She comes to the project after collaborating with Perry on films like A Madea Christmas and shows like The Haves and the Have Nots.
Currently in production, the film known for the moment as Unt. Sisters in Italy will feature a supporting cast including Bresha Webb (Run the World), Egot winner Whoopi Goldberg (The Color Purple), Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters franchise), Godfrey (Regular Black), Giulio Berruti (Downhill), Edmond Laryea (FBI), Sarayu Blue (Expats), and Justin Chatwin (Reagan). Pic will mark Perry’s final effort under a four-picture deal with the studio, announced in the fall of 2022.
The story follows two estranged sisters who, after their mother’s death, are called to Italy to discover that their mom owned a bed and breakfast in the Italian countryside.
Currently in production, the film known for the moment as Unt. Sisters in Italy will feature a supporting cast including Bresha Webb (Run the World), Egot winner Whoopi Goldberg (The Color Purple), Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters franchise), Godfrey (Regular Black), Giulio Berruti (Downhill), Edmond Laryea (FBI), Sarayu Blue (Expats), and Justin Chatwin (Reagan). Pic will mark Perry’s final effort under a four-picture deal with the studio, announced in the fall of 2022.
The story follows two estranged sisters who, after their mother’s death, are called to Italy to discover that their mom owned a bed and breakfast in the Italian countryside.
- 10/17/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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Disclaimer* is a psychological thriller drama series created by Alfonso Cuarón. Based on the 2015 novel of the same name by author Renée Knight, the Apple TV+ series follows Catherine Ravenscroft, a famed documentary journalist with a picture-perfect family who discovers that she is a main character in a novel that threatens to reveal her darkest secret that she has tried to keep hidden all her life. Disclaimer* stars Cate Blanchett, Leila George, Kevin Kline, Sacha Baron Cohen, Adam El Hagar, Lesley Manville, Louis Partridge, Indira Varma, and Kodi Smit-McPhee. So, if you loved the thrilling mystery, intense narrative, and compelling characters in Disclaimer* here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Sharp Objects (Max & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – HBO
Sharp Objects is a psychological mystery thriller drama miniseries created by Marti Noxon. Based on the...
Disclaimer* is a psychological thriller drama series created by Alfonso Cuarón. Based on the 2015 novel of the same name by author Renée Knight, the Apple TV+ series follows Catherine Ravenscroft, a famed documentary journalist with a picture-perfect family who discovers that she is a main character in a novel that threatens to reveal her darkest secret that she has tried to keep hidden all her life. Disclaimer* stars Cate Blanchett, Leila George, Kevin Kline, Sacha Baron Cohen, Adam El Hagar, Lesley Manville, Louis Partridge, Indira Varma, and Kodi Smit-McPhee. So, if you loved the thrilling mystery, intense narrative, and compelling characters in Disclaimer* here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Sharp Objects (Max & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – HBO
Sharp Objects is a psychological mystery thriller drama miniseries created by Marti Noxon. Based on the...
- 10/17/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Wednesday’s episode of Tamron Hall features an exclusive interview and performance with iconic rapper Trina, known as “Da Baddest.” Trina will discuss her newly released memoir of the same name. The show also welcomes celebrity stylist Law Roach. Roach, whose clients include Zendaya, Ariana Grande, Kerry Washington, and Megan Thee Stallion, will be discussing his […]
Tamron Hall: Trina, Law Roach...
Tamron Hall: Trina, Law Roach...
- 10/15/2024
- by Mia Silva
- MemorableTV
Tyler Perry Studios and DeVon Franklin have set the cast and director of their first faith-based film for Netflix, under their deal with the streamer revealed in May.
R&b stars Serayah (Empire), Tyler Lepley (Harlem), Phylicia Rashad (The Gilded Age), Walnette Santiago (Doom Patrol), Nijah Brenea (Kold x Windy), James Lee Thomas (One Spoon of Chocolate), Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds, Jermaine Dupri (Genius: Aretha) and Lecrae Moore. Alanna Brown (Trees of Peace) will take on directing duties.
From writers Michael Elliot (Brown Sugar) and Cory Tynan (Play’d), R&b is a modern-day retelling of the story of Ruth and Boaz, a love story from the Bible. Set in Tennessee, the film tells the story of a young woman who escapes the Atlanta music scene to care for an elderly widowed woman and in the process finds the love of her life and gains the mother she never had.
DeVon...
R&b stars Serayah (Empire), Tyler Lepley (Harlem), Phylicia Rashad (The Gilded Age), Walnette Santiago (Doom Patrol), Nijah Brenea (Kold x Windy), James Lee Thomas (One Spoon of Chocolate), Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds, Jermaine Dupri (Genius: Aretha) and Lecrae Moore. Alanna Brown (Trees of Peace) will take on directing duties.
From writers Michael Elliot (Brown Sugar) and Cory Tynan (Play’d), R&b is a modern-day retelling of the story of Ruth and Boaz, a love story from the Bible. Set in Tennessee, the film tells the story of a young woman who escapes the Atlanta music scene to care for an elderly widowed woman and in the process finds the love of her life and gains the mother she never had.
DeVon...
- 10/14/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Ving Rhames has contributed his acting skills to uncountable films for almost 4 decades. But hardly any of his performances came close to his works in the Mission Impossible franchise. His character Luther Stickell, the tech expert of Imf is a fan-favorite and the only one besides Ethan Hunt to appear in all the films.
Ving Rhames in Mission: Impossible | Credits: Paramount Pictures
It must be admitted that Ving Rhames’ Luther is one of the most prominent Black characters in pop culture. During an interview, Rhames claimed that he is impressed by how modern films are supporting diversity by casting at least one African-American, Latino, or Asian. He confessed that diversity is so important to him that he refuses to watch films that do not have People of Color in them.
Ving Rhames believes that diversity is an essential element in movies Ving Rhames in Pulp Fiction | Credits: Miramax Films
Presently,...
Ving Rhames in Mission: Impossible | Credits: Paramount Pictures
It must be admitted that Ving Rhames’ Luther is one of the most prominent Black characters in pop culture. During an interview, Rhames claimed that he is impressed by how modern films are supporting diversity by casting at least one African-American, Latino, or Asian. He confessed that diversity is so important to him that he refuses to watch films that do not have People of Color in them.
Ving Rhames believes that diversity is an essential element in movies Ving Rhames in Pulp Fiction | Credits: Miramax Films
Presently,...
- 10/14/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Kerry Washington shared her thoughts about how the TV industry works in 2024, and she’s not impressed with how quickly shows are scrapped.
The 47-year-old actress referenced the decision to cancel her show Unprisoned, which she starred in and executive produce, after only two seasons.
While attending the Bloomberg Screentime Conference in Los Angeles, she compared the series to her massive hit Scandal, which took almost two seasons to take off. Of course, it then became a global sensation.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Unfortunately, we’re not getting a third season [of UnPrisoned] — They’ve made that decision based on two seasons, which is … 16 episodes, that is less than one season of Scandal,” she said, via The Wrap.
She continued, noting, “The first season [of Scandal] was a midseason replacement, but we got extended, and we were on the bubble until the end of our second season, so it took...
The 47-year-old actress referenced the decision to cancel her show Unprisoned, which she starred in and executive produce, after only two seasons.
While attending the Bloomberg Screentime Conference in Los Angeles, she compared the series to her massive hit Scandal, which took almost two seasons to take off. Of course, it then became a global sensation.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Unfortunately, we’re not getting a third season [of UnPrisoned] — They’ve made that decision based on two seasons, which is … 16 episodes, that is less than one season of Scandal,” she said, via The Wrap.
She continued, noting, “The first season [of Scandal] was a midseason replacement, but we got extended, and we were on the bubble until the end of our second season, so it took...
- 10/11/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign for the White House maximized its time in Chicago during August’s Democratic National Convention with production on a video series featuring some big-name Hollywood talent both in front of and behind the cameras.
Shot behind-the-scenes during the DNC, the video series is the brainchild of Tinseltown insiders and was created to showcase “unscripted and deeply personal” conversations from trusted voices about such topics as Harris’s bid for president, issues that matter most to voters, stakes of the upcoming election and more, per the campaign. The series will be rolling out in the coming days on the campaign’s platforms, all leading up to the Nov. 5 election.
Those who helped produce the series include Kerry Washington, Alicia Keys and Oscar-winning producer Bruce Cohen. Those who directed their segments include J.J. Abrams, Oscar winner Spike Lee, Oscar nominee Ava DuVernay and Eva Longoria. As announced separately today by BET,...
Shot behind-the-scenes during the DNC, the video series is the brainchild of Tinseltown insiders and was created to showcase “unscripted and deeply personal” conversations from trusted voices about such topics as Harris’s bid for president, issues that matter most to voters, stakes of the upcoming election and more, per the campaign. The series will be rolling out in the coming days on the campaign’s platforms, all leading up to the Nov. 5 election.
Those who helped produce the series include Kerry Washington, Alicia Keys and Oscar-winning producer Bruce Cohen. Those who directed their segments include J.J. Abrams, Oscar winner Spike Lee, Oscar nominee Ava DuVernay and Eva Longoria. As announced separately today by BET,...
- 10/11/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“The Six Triple Eight” is a new WWII -set drama feature, written and directed by Tyler Perry, starring Kerry Washington, based on an article by Kevin M. Hymel, releasing December 6, 2024 in theaters, followed by streaming December 20, 2024 on Netflix:
“…the new film focuses on the ‘6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion’, an all-black and all-female battalion, during World War II…”
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“…the new film focuses on the ‘6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion’, an all-black and all-female battalion, during World War II…”
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- 10/11/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Netflix has revealed the official trailer and poster for Tyler Perry’s World War II drama The Six Triple Eight. The film will open in select theaters on December 6 and debut on Netflix on December 20.
The Six Triple Eight has been rated PG-13 for language, including racial slurs, thematic material, and some war violence.
The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism – and grueling working conditions – they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction.
Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.
Written and directed by Tyler Perry, the film stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
The cast also includes Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay,...
The Six Triple Eight has been rated PG-13 for language, including racial slurs, thematic material, and some war violence.
The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism – and grueling working conditions – they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction.
Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.
Written and directed by Tyler Perry, the film stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
The cast also includes Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay,...
- 10/11/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Update, October 11: Netflix has dropped a new teaser trailer for Tyler Perry’s upcoming WWII drama The Six Triple Eight starring Kerry Washington. The film will be released in select theaters on December 6, debuting on the streamer on December 20.
Watch it above.
Previous, August 28: Netflix on Wednesday morning unveiled a series of first-look stills, which you can view below, of The Six Triple Eight, Tyler Perry’s WWII drama starring Emmy winner Kerry Washington (Unprisoned).
The company also announced the project’s premiere dates.
Based on Kevin M. Hymel’s article “Fighting A Two-Front War,” published in WWII History Magazine by Sovereign Media, The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism — and grueling working conditions — they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an...
Watch it above.
Previous, August 28: Netflix on Wednesday morning unveiled a series of first-look stills, which you can view below, of The Six Triple Eight, Tyler Perry’s WWII drama starring Emmy winner Kerry Washington (Unprisoned).
The company also announced the project’s premiere dates.
Based on Kevin M. Hymel’s article “Fighting A Two-Front War,” published in WWII History Magazine by Sovereign Media, The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism — and grueling working conditions — they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an...
- 10/11/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has launched a second teaser trailer for Tyler Perry’s ‘The Six Triple Eight.’
The movie is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of colour to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism, sexism, and gruelling working conditions, they were committed to serving their country with honour and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.
Written and directed by Tyler Perry, it stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. Produced by Tyler Perry, Nicole Avant, Angi Bones, Tony Strickland, Keri Selig and Carlota Espinosa, the film features an ensemble cast including Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay, Sarah Jeffery, Pepi Sonuga, Moriah Brown, Jeanté Godlock, Susan Sarandon, with Dean Norris, and Sam Waterston, and Oprah Winfrey.
Based on the article by Kevin M.
The movie is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of colour to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism, sexism, and gruelling working conditions, they were committed to serving their country with honour and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.
Written and directed by Tyler Perry, it stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. Produced by Tyler Perry, Nicole Avant, Angi Bones, Tony Strickland, Keri Selig and Carlota Espinosa, the film features an ensemble cast including Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay, Sarah Jeffery, Pepi Sonuga, Moriah Brown, Jeanté Godlock, Susan Sarandon, with Dean Norris, and Sam Waterston, and Oprah Winfrey.
Based on the article by Kevin M.
- 10/11/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Kerry Washington as an army captain delivers a rousing speech to the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to battle overseas during the Second World War in the teaser trailer (below) for Netflix’s The Six Triple Eight from writer, director and producer Tyler Perry.
“This is our mission. And we will not fail,” Major Charity Adams (Washington) declares quayside as the 855 Black women and women of color of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion march forward at her command to board a ship taking them to battle.
Their mission was to sort through a three-year backlog of mail — 17 million letters in all — yet to be delivered to American soldiers overseas, to restore morale on the front lines.
The Netflix biopic is part of an effort to give the 6888th battalion belated recognition for their heroism as they overcame discrimination to complete their letter-posting duties well ahead of schedule.
“This is our mission. And we will not fail,” Major Charity Adams (Washington) declares quayside as the 855 Black women and women of color of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion march forward at her command to board a ship taking them to battle.
Their mission was to sort through a three-year backlog of mail — 17 million letters in all — yet to be delivered to American soldiers overseas, to restore morale on the front lines.
The Netflix biopic is part of an effort to give the 6888th battalion belated recognition for their heroism as they overcame discrimination to complete their letter-posting duties well ahead of schedule.
- 10/11/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
While Tyler Perry is not usually known for historical dramas, he tries his hand at spotlighting a lesser-known element of World War II. His upcoming film, The Six Triple Eight, is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers. The movie stars Kerry Washington, Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay, Sarah Jeffery, Pepi Sonuga, Moriah Brown, Jeanté Godlock, Jay Reeves, Jeffery Johnson, Baadja-Lyne Odums, Donna Biscoe, Gregg Sulkin, Scott Daniel Johnson, Susan Sarandon, with Dean Norris, and Sam Waterston, and Oprah Winfrey. Netflix has just dropped the teaser trailer online.
The official synopsis reads,
“The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and...
The official synopsis reads,
“The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and...
- 10/11/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
"I realize the magnitude of this situation. But this is our mission – and we will not fail!" Netflix revealed a second teaser trailer for the film The Six Triple Eight, made by Tyler Perry. Set for release in December later this year. The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first & only Women's Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas during World War II. 855 women joined up to fix the 3-year backlog of undelivered mail. Faced with discrimination and devastation of war, they managed to sort more than 17 million pieces of mail ahead of time. Written & directed by Perry, the film stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, the lead officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. The full cast includes Ebony Obsidian, Milauna Jackson, Kylie Jefferson, Shanice Shantay, Sarah Jeffery, Pepi Sonuga, Moriah Brown, Jeanté Godlock, with Susan Sarandon, Dean Norris, and Sam Waterston, and Oprah Winfrey.
- 10/11/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
By now, it’s more than just a flight of fancy or trend. Filmmaker Tyler Perry made his name on “Trapped In The Closet” and all his silly, pratfall-y “Madea” films and carved out massive success for himself. But ever since 2022’s romantic period drama, “A Jazzman,” the director has almost exclusively made serious movies ever since and will have released three films in 2024. The latest is “The Six Triple Eight,” a WWII drama starring Kerry Washington, coming to Netflix in December.
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Continue reading ‘Six Triple Eight’ Trailer: Kerry Washington Leads Tyler Perry’s WWII Drama at The Playlist.
- 10/11/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
Tyler Perry’s new film “The Six Triple Eight” is coming to Netflix this holiday season.
On Friday, the streaming service debuted the new trailer for Perry’s World War II drama starring Kerry Washington. The film will arrive in select theaters on December 6 before it hits Netflix on December 20.
Inspired by “the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII,” Perry adapted “The Six Triple Eight” from the article “Fighting A Two-Front War” by Kevin M. Hymel published in “WWII History Magazine” by Sovereign Media.
Says Netflix of the project, “Despite facing racism and sexism – and grueling working conditions – the unit was committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.”
Washington stars as Major Charity Adams, the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
On Friday, the streaming service debuted the new trailer for Perry’s World War II drama starring Kerry Washington. The film will arrive in select theaters on December 6 before it hits Netflix on December 20.
Inspired by “the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII,” Perry adapted “The Six Triple Eight” from the article “Fighting A Two-Front War” by Kevin M. Hymel published in “WWII History Magazine” by Sovereign Media.
Says Netflix of the project, “Despite facing racism and sexism – and grueling working conditions – the unit was committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.”
Washington stars as Major Charity Adams, the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
- 10/11/2024
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
Just weeks after “UnPrisoned” was canceled after two seasons on Hulu, Kerry Washington sounded off on shows getting axed “before they even [have] a runway” to find an audience.
“Unfortunately, we’re not getting a third season [of ‘UnPrisoned’] — They’ve made that decision based on two seasons, which is … 16 episodes, that is less than one season of ‘Scandal,’ ” Washington said Thursday at the Bloomberg Screentime Conference in Los Angeles, recalling her hit ABC drama created by Shonda Rhimes. “The first season [of ‘Scandal’] was a midseason replacement, but we got extended, and we were on the bubble until the end of our second season, so it took us close to 40 episodes before people thought, Okay, this show’s … going to work out [and] another season before we were really a global hit.”
Whereas “Scandal” was among the slew of shows with up to seven seasons a decade ago, Washington doesn’t believe the...
“Unfortunately, we’re not getting a third season [of ‘UnPrisoned’] — They’ve made that decision based on two seasons, which is … 16 episodes, that is less than one season of ‘Scandal,’ ” Washington said Thursday at the Bloomberg Screentime Conference in Los Angeles, recalling her hit ABC drama created by Shonda Rhimes. “The first season [of ‘Scandal’] was a midseason replacement, but we got extended, and we were on the bubble until the end of our second season, so it took us close to 40 episodes before people thought, Okay, this show’s … going to work out [and] another season before we were really a global hit.”
Whereas “Scandal” was among the slew of shows with up to seven seasons a decade ago, Washington doesn’t believe the...
- 10/10/2024
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Almost a full century after the end of World War II, new stories about the quiet heroism of everyday individuals continue to come to light. Now Tyler Perry is tackling the war with his new film The Six Triple Eight, the story of the war’s only Women’s Army Corps unit of color, which stars Kerry Washington. Perry wrote and directed the project and produced it alongside Nicole Avant, Angi Bones, Tony L. Strickland, Keri Selig, and Carlota Espinosa.
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion contributed to the war effort in a unique way: by sorting through a three-year backlog of mail (17 million pieces of it!) that hadn’t been delivered to American soldiers far from home. In the face of discrimination and a vast, unfamiliar country divided by global conflict, these 855 women brought hope to the front lines.
“A lot of people do not want us to succeed,...
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion contributed to the war effort in a unique way: by sorting through a three-year backlog of mail (17 million pieces of it!) that hadn’t been delivered to American soldiers far from home. In the face of discrimination and a vast, unfamiliar country divided by global conflict, these 855 women brought hope to the front lines.
“A lot of people do not want us to succeed,...
- 10/9/2024
- by John DiLillo
- Tudum - Netflix
Quinta Brunson is best known for creating and starring in the hit sitcom Abbott Elementary, earning critical acclaim for her sharp humor, relatable storytelling, and commitment to highlighting diverse voices. After rising to fame through viral Instagram content, the talented comedian, writer, and actor is ready to take some fashion risks in Hollywood.
Quinta Brunson pivots to a pixie cut Quinta Brunson at the ‘Emmy Nominees Night’ in West Hollywood, California, on September 13, 2024 | Michael Tran/Afp via Getty Images
Brunson debuted her pixie cut on September 13 at the Emmy Nominees celebration pre-awards ceremony. This year, the 34-year-old celebrated three Emmy nominations for Abbott Elementary, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Comedy Series, and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Brunson previously wore her long dark hair in high buns, blowouts, and loose waves. Fans loved the pivot to pixie. Among many supporters, Kerry Washington commented on Instagram,...
Quinta Brunson pivots to a pixie cut Quinta Brunson at the ‘Emmy Nominees Night’ in West Hollywood, California, on September 13, 2024 | Michael Tran/Afp via Getty Images
Brunson debuted her pixie cut on September 13 at the Emmy Nominees celebration pre-awards ceremony. This year, the 34-year-old celebrated three Emmy nominations for Abbott Elementary, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, Outstanding Comedy Series, and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Brunson previously wore her long dark hair in high buns, blowouts, and loose waves. Fans loved the pivot to pixie. Among many supporters, Kerry Washington commented on Instagram,...
- 10/9/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
As “Reasonable Doubt’s” Jax Stewart becomes the newest Black woman lawyer to grace our television screens, TheWrap wanted to take a trip down memory lane by listing the most iconic Black woman TV lawyers our time.
For fans, these roles may just be the characters we show up to watch in our favorite shows weekly, but for the actresses that play them and the writers that write them, their existence has impacted on-screen representation for Black women as well as the careers of Black Hollywood actresses.
That rings true for Kerry Washington’s role in “Scandal.” While we primarily recognize Olivia Pope as a crisis manager in the series, she was a former lawyer who often exhibited those tactics from her legal career. Until Washington signed on for the role — which ABC originally suggested a non-Black actress take — there hadn’t been a drama series with a leading Black woman on TV for 37 years.
For fans, these roles may just be the characters we show up to watch in our favorite shows weekly, but for the actresses that play them and the writers that write them, their existence has impacted on-screen representation for Black women as well as the careers of Black Hollywood actresses.
That rings true for Kerry Washington’s role in “Scandal.” While we primarily recognize Olivia Pope as a crisis manager in the series, she was a former lawyer who often exhibited those tactics from her legal career. Until Washington signed on for the role — which ABC originally suggested a non-Black actress take — there hadn’t been a drama series with a leading Black woman on TV for 37 years.
- 10/5/2024
- by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
- The Wrap
Spoiler Alert: Details follow for Season 12, Episode 2 of “The Masked Singer,” “Footloose Night” which aired October 2 on Fox.
Wednesday night’s “The Masked Singer” reveal was an emotional one for “Community” star Yvette Nicole Brown, who was unmasked as Showbird on episode 2 of Season 12. As Brown was taping the episode she was also dealing with some personal matters involving the care of her father.
“Some of it felt heavy because I’m singing, but I’m thinking, ‘is daddy Ok,’” she told Variety. “But by the time I was revealed, I was able to kind of let that all out. Plus I got to surprise Ken, and it was everything that I hoped it would be!”
That’s “Ken” as in “The Masked Singer” panelist Ken Jeong, Brown’s “Community” co-star who of course guessed her right. Among the other panelists, Robin Thicke agreed with Jeong, while Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg thought it was Taraji P. Henson.
Wednesday night’s “The Masked Singer” reveal was an emotional one for “Community” star Yvette Nicole Brown, who was unmasked as Showbird on episode 2 of Season 12. As Brown was taping the episode she was also dealing with some personal matters involving the care of her father.
“Some of it felt heavy because I’m singing, but I’m thinking, ‘is daddy Ok,’” she told Variety. “But by the time I was revealed, I was able to kind of let that all out. Plus I got to surprise Ken, and it was everything that I hoped it would be!”
That’s “Ken” as in “The Masked Singer” panelist Ken Jeong, Brown’s “Community” co-star who of course guessed her right. Among the other panelists, Robin Thicke agreed with Jeong, while Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg thought it was Taraji P. Henson.
- 10/3/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
The Masked Singer is back!
A new episode of the mystery celebrity singing competition aired on Wednesday night (Oct. 2) on Fox.
The show, which began in South Korea, features celebrities singing songs while wearing costumes and face masks concealing their identities until they’re eliminated. Throughout the season, the contestants provide clues to try and help the judges and fans figure out who is under the mask.
This season also features Ambassadors, who are all alums of the series, that have a special connection to each singer and will be providing major new clues about their friends’ identities.
During the episode, Buffalo, Woodpecker, Showbird, and Ship hit the stage for another performance.
While on stage, Showbird performed “Let’s Hear It For the Boy” by Deniece Williams.
Click inside to check out all of the clues and guesses for Showbird…
Keep scrolling to check out the clues and guesses…
Masked Ambassador: Joel McHale,...
A new episode of the mystery celebrity singing competition aired on Wednesday night (Oct. 2) on Fox.
The show, which began in South Korea, features celebrities singing songs while wearing costumes and face masks concealing their identities until they’re eliminated. Throughout the season, the contestants provide clues to try and help the judges and fans figure out who is under the mask.
This season also features Ambassadors, who are all alums of the series, that have a special connection to each singer and will be providing major new clues about their friends’ identities.
During the episode, Buffalo, Woodpecker, Showbird, and Ship hit the stage for another performance.
While on stage, Showbird performed “Let’s Hear It For the Boy” by Deniece Williams.
Click inside to check out all of the clues and guesses for Showbird…
Keep scrolling to check out the clues and guesses…
Masked Ambassador: Joel McHale,...
- 10/3/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Anyone thinking Law Roach‘s 2023 retirement stemmed from a desire to slow down would be contradicted by his schedule this week alone. The self-described “image architect,” celebrated for conceptualizing high-wattage looks for Zendaya, Kerry Washington, Celine Dion and other powerful Hollywood women, is on a different plane almost every day this week, starting out in his native Chicago before jetting to New York for a Today show appearance, to Paris for the final days of the Spring 2025 ready-to-wear collections, then back to the U.S. for an appearance at the Savannah College of Art & Design in Atlanta, and finally ending the week in Brooklyn, where he will appear at CultureCon ’24, the annual conference for Black creatives and entrepreneurs.
Before his March 2023 Instagram post, featuring a graphic of the word “Retired” in bold red, generated shockwaves among fashion fans around the globe, Roach easily would be considered one of the...
Before his March 2023 Instagram post, featuring a graphic of the word “Retired” in bold red, generated shockwaves among fashion fans around the globe, Roach easily would be considered one of the...
- 10/1/2024
- by Laurie Brookins
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The end of the year is quickly approaching, which means I wouldn’t be surprised if we learn about more and more show cancelations. The first two cancelations of the fall season that really stung? UnPrisoned and Black Cake. Hulu, we are not happy!
TV fans know heartache all too well. Because as much as we love the excitement of a new series or season renewal, there will always be cancelations. And most of these cancelations tend to happen prematurely. This means that fans are left with unanswered questions since their beloved series was axed before given the chance to close the story. Well, brace yourselves, Hulu has recently axed two favorites.
We’re not sure why Hulu has canceled UnPrisoned
Do you know what we need more of in this world? Wholesome TV. So it’s really a shame that Hulu has axed UnPrisoned after two seasons. The dramedy...
TV fans know heartache all too well. Because as much as we love the excitement of a new series or season renewal, there will always be cancelations. And most of these cancelations tend to happen prematurely. This means that fans are left with unanswered questions since their beloved series was axed before given the chance to close the story. Well, brace yourselves, Hulu has recently axed two favorites.
We’re not sure why Hulu has canceled UnPrisoned
Do you know what we need more of in this world? Wholesome TV. So it’s really a shame that Hulu has axed UnPrisoned after two seasons. The dramedy...
- 10/1/2024
- by Sandy C.
- ShowSnob
Unprisoned will not return for a third season. Hulu has cancelled the drama series after two seasons on the streaming service. Season two finished airing in July, and the series amassed 16 episodes.
Kerry Washington, Delroy Lindo, Marque Richardson, Faly Rakotohavana, and Jordyn McIntosh star in the series, inspired by the life of creator Tracy McMillian. The Unprisoned series tells the story of a woman (Washington) whose life is turned upside down when her father (Lindo) is released from prison.
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Kerry Washington, Delroy Lindo, Marque Richardson, Faly Rakotohavana, and Jordyn McIntosh star in the series, inspired by the life of creator Tracy McMillian. The Unprisoned series tells the story of a woman (Washington) whose life is turned upside down when her father (Lindo) is released from prison.
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- 9/29/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
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