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Tj and Molly are headed for Splitsville on General Hospital. But while this iteration of Tj navigates the troubling emotions caused by the death of their surrogate baby, his original portrayer, Tequan Richmond, has been navigating an entirely different path. From 2012 to 2018, he played Tj Ashford, and he left because he got a starring role in Boomerang, a TV show sequel/reboot to Eddie Murphy’s 1992 comedy film of the same name. Now, he’s appearing in another sequel of sorts to a film by another famous comedian.

Millions Are at Stake

1985’s Brewster’s Millions starred iconic comedian Richard Pryor and the late comic John Candy. The film was based on the 1902 novel by George Barr McCutcheon and was a remake of the 1945 film starring Dennis O’Keefe. In it, Pryor plays Montgomery Brewster, a baseball player who stands to inherit $300 million if he can spend $30 million in a month, but...

On Monday November 18 2024, ABC broadcasts Tamron Hall!

Unforgettable Legacy Season 6 Episode 51 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Tamron Hall,” titled “Unforgettable Legacy,” promises to be an engaging hour of conversation and storytelling. Set to air on ABC, this episode features special guests Jaleel White and Rain and Richard Pryor Jr.

Jaleel White, best known for his role as Steve Urkel on the classic sitcom “Family Matters,” will share insights from his life and career. He has recently published a memoir titled “Growing Up Urkel,” which explores his experiences in Hollywood and the impact of his iconic character. Viewers can expect a candid discussion about his journey in the entertainment industry and the lessons he has learned along the way.

Joining Jaleel White are Rain and Richard Pryor Jr., who will discuss their own experiences and the legacy of their famous father, comedian Richard Pryor. Their perspectives on growing up in...

Tis the season to be filthy rich, if Brewster can only spend all that money. The long-in-production follow-up to the late Richard Pryor and John Candys vastly underrated comedy classic Brewsters Millions has officially wrapped production, and the sequel will drop just prior to the holidays on December 5. Brewsters Millions: Christmas is not only a BET+ Original, but its truly a family affair, starring both Pryors real-life daughter, Rain, and his son, Richard Pryor Jr.

While Pryor, Jr. admits his isnt a large part in the new Brewsters Millions story, the iconic comedians son will be portraying the same character (Monty Brewster) his father did in the 1985 movie, which came out in theaters nearly 40 years ago. Pryor Jr. said (via Deadline):

As the son of Richard Pryor, I was so proud to have the opportunity to step into the shoes, although briefly of the unforgettable character [Montgomery] Monty Brewster. Truly...

Tequan Richmond stars as Big Ty in “Brewster’s Millions: Christmas.” The movie, set to be released on Thursday, Dec. 5, boasts an impressive cast including China Anne McClain, Romeo Miller, Richard Pryor Jr., Rain Pryor, Telma Hopkins, Richmond, and Sierra McClain. This reimagining of the 1985 comedic classic Brewster’s Millions, originally starring the late Richard […]

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Exclusive: The BET+ Original film Brewster’s Millions: Christmas is set to premiere on December 5, it has been revealed as production wraps.

The character of Montgomery Brewster was famously portrayed by Richard Pryor in the 1985 comedy Brewster’s Millions, based on the George Barr McCutcheon novel of the same name. Pryor’s son Richard Pryor Jr. will take on the role in the BET+ project with Rain Pryor starring as Opal.

Romeo Miller and China Anne McClain

Brewster’s Millions: Christmas follows Morgan Brewster (China Anne McClain) as she embarks on a unique and challenging journey to inherit her uncle Montgomery’s fortune before Christmas. As Morgan and her companions navigate the delightful chaos of the holiday season, they discover the true meaning of love, faith, and family through the act of giving rather than receiving.

The film also stars Romeo Miller as “Andrew,” Telma Hopkins as “Mrs. Brewster,” Tequan Richmond as “Big...

Richard Pryor Jr. has done a 180 and now feels Nick Cannon is the second most qualified guy to play his dad in an upcoming biopic ... second to him.Pryor Jr. and his sister Rain previously told TMZ ... Cannon didn't have the chops to pull off the role. They thought Marlon Wayans was the right guy.But Pryor Jr. just told our photog ,,, Cannon's passion for the role changed his mind and he now favors Cannon...

Strange that this debuts tomorrow on Showtime, but there doesn't seem to be a lot of press leading up to it. Unless I've just missed all of it. What has been dubbed a definitive documentary on the man's life, the new Richard Pryor feature documentary, directed by Marina Zenovich (known mostly for directing the multiple award-winning 2008 documentary Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired), will premier on the network tomorrow, Friday, May 31st at 9pm Et/Pt. In Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic, George Lopez, Bob Newhart, Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and several others recount the culture-defining influence of one of America's most brilliant, iconic...

What has been dubbed a definitive documentary on the man's life, the upcoming Richard Pryor feature documentary, directed by Marina Zenovich (known mostly for directing the multiple award-winning 2008 documentary Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired), will make its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival this month - on Tuesday, April 23rd. And soon after that, it'll head to the Showtime network, making its broadcast TV debut. Per press release from Showtime... in Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic, George Lopez, Bob Newhart, Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of one of America's most brilliant, iconic comic minds. The new...

Richard Pryor was arguably one of the best American comedians ever. He broke through racial barriers as he entertained all audiences, and he influenced so many great comics who looked to him as a groundbreaking talent. Showtime will air the documentary "Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic," directed by Marina Zenovich which will premiere on the network Friday, May 31 at 9 Pm Et/Pt. It stars Whoopi Goldberg, Mel Brooks, Lily Tomlin, and many more who will celebrate Pryor's run in entertainment. The world premiere is slated at Tribeca Film Fest on April 23rd. From Showtime: George Lopez, Bob Newhart, Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of one of America.s most brilliant, iconic comic...