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Before landing her first Emmy nomination for Nobody Wants This, Kristen Bell earned out-of-this-world praise for her breakout role on Veronica Mars.

Rob Thomas created the Upn mystery series that starred Bell as the titular high school student who works at her dad’s private investigation agency after her best friend, Lilly, is murdered. The cast included Jason Dohring, Percy Daggs III and Enrico Colantoni, with Amanda Seyfried recurring as Lilly.

In an interview last year timed to Veronica Mars’ 20th anniversary, Bell said that the show “allowed me to discover who I am and what I’m good at.” She also deemed it “the hardest job I have had to date” and explained, “That was before the union was enforcing any real rules, and we were there for 17 hours a day. … It was just such a physically demanding shoot.”

Veronica Mars premiered Sept. 22, 2004, and THR’s review noted that,...

One of the biggest shadows cast over the original trilogy of Naked Gun movies is the Zucker brothers casting of O.J. Simpson in the role of Nordberg. It wasn’t out of the ordinary for the Zuckers to put sports figures in some supporting roles, as they also used athletes like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in a classic role in Airplane. However, Simpson played somewhat of a prominent character, and with the new incarnation of the spoof film addressing how the characters are the offspring of the originals, this left the writers with something hanging.

Director Akiva Schaffer wrote the film with Dan Gregor and Doug Mand. Gregor and Mand have recently sat down with The Hollywood Reporter, where they talk about addressing the elephant in the room. THR asks what their discussion was like in approaching the issue and Mand explains,

The O.J. thing was one of the first questions Kiva,...

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Who would have wondered that Liam Neeson would be the perfect son to Leslie Nielsen‘s hilariously chaotic cop, Frank Drebin, in an all-new The Naked Gun? The 2025 film follows Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr, who must solve a hilariously convoluted case to stop his police department from shutting down. The Naked Gun also stars Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Danny Huston, Cch Pounder, and Kevin Durand. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, never-ending jokes, and entertaining characters in The Naked Gun, here are some similar movies you should check out next.

The Other Guys (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Sony Pictures

The Other Guys is a buddy cop action comedy film directed by Adam McKay, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Chris Henchy. The 2010 film follows Terry and Allen, two overlooked cops who must work together...

More than 2,300 members of the Writers Guild of America West and East, including no shortage of heavy hitters, have signed the union’s open letter decrying the Trump administration’s “recent threats to the free press.”

“We are members of the Writers Guild of America who speak with one voice to decry the dangerous and escalating attacks on the First Amendment, independent media, and the free press,” the letter reads in part. “[Trump] regularly calls for the cancellation of news and entertainment television shows that criticize him in late-night and, most recently, The View.”

It ends with the ominous line, “This period in American life will not last forever, and when it’s over the world will remember who had the courage to speak out.” Read the letter and list of signatories in full below.

Related: How Public Media Lost The Federal Funding Battle, And What Happens Next To Stations, NPR...

If you like your coffee black, like your men. If you speak jive. If you know a hospital is a building with patients in it. Then it sounds, to us, like you know exactly what kind of movie you like, and you'reready for the absurd genius that is Airplane!, now streaming on Pluto TV. Released in 1980, Airplane! is more than just a spoof — it’s one of the sharpest, silliest, and most relentlessly quotable comedies ever made. Written and directed by the iconic trio of David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, and Jerry Zucker (collectively known as Zaz), the film is a near shot-for-shot remake of the 1957 drama Zero Hour!, only reimagined as pure comedy. And not just a comedy — it's the comedy, the one that redefined what cinematic parody could be.

The genius of Airplane! isn’t just in its jokes (though there are thousands) — it’s in how straight they’re delivered.

Rolling Stone announced the appointment of Sean Woods and Shirley Halperin as its new co-editors in chief today. Woods, Rolling Stone’s longtime executive editor, steps into the role effective immediately and will continue to be based in New York. Halperin, a veteran music journalist and co-editor in chief of The Hollywood Reporter, will assume her new position on Sept. 1, serving as both co-editor in chief and head of music, and splitting her time between New York and Los Angeles. Together, Halperin and Woods will work closely with Rolling Stone...

Shirley Halperin is departing The Hollywood Reporter to become co-editor-in-chief of Rolling Stone — the first woman to fill that role in the brand’s 60-year legacy. Maer Roshan, THR’s co-editor, is staying on as the magazine’s sole editor-in-chief.

Halperin, a veteran music journalist and editor, will lead Rolling Stone’s music coverage alongside Sean Woods, the title’s longtime executive editor, who is being promoted to co-editor-in-chief. Halperin starts her new role on Sept. 1, serving as both co-editor-in-chief and head of music, and will split her time between New York and Los Angeles. Woods, who will step into his new role effective immediately, will remain based in the brand’s New York headquarters. The duo will work closely with Rolling Stone’s recently appointed CEO, Julian Holguin, to shape the brand’s editorial direction.

“Sean and Shirley are unmatched in their expertise and passion for storytelling, and their...

It’s very tough to pick out the most accomplished member of MTV’s vast Real World/Road Rules/Challenge universe, considering Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, podcast giant Theo Von, and WWE icon Mike “The Miz” Mizanin all got their start there. But speaking purely about the world of reality television, Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio undoubtedly takes the crown, even if giants like Christopher “Ct” Tamburello, Wes Bergmann, Cara Maria Sorbello, and Trishelle Cannatella all have very impressive resumes.

Devenanzio is not only the all-time Challenge champion with seven titles to his name,...

Nobody fit the role better than André the Giant as Fezzik in The Princess Bride. Known for being one of the premiere superstars in professional wrestling, André was recruited to play the oversized sidekick to Wallace Shawn’s Vizzini in what seems like a no-brainer choice. After all, at 7’4”, André was basically a real-life giant. But a certain Hollywood star was also vying for the role: Liam Neeson. It’s just too bad he’s so short…

When it came time to casting Fezzik in The Princess Bride, Rob Reiner and his casting director, Jane Jenkins, were tasked with finding someone who could actually come across as a giant. So when Liam Neeson entered the room, he – who stands well over six feet, a desirable height by many measures – just wasn’t tall enough. As Neeson recently recalled, “It’s very true. He turned to the casting director and said,...

All the cover athletes for the multiple editions ofNBA 2K26 have finally been revealed, and one of them is a GameStop exclusive again. Yesterday, it was announced that the 2024-2025 season Mvp, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, will be the NBA 2K26 standard edition cover athlete. The NBA 2K games typically have several different editions, featuring additional athletes, and this year's entry is mostly the same, with one key difference: a total of four editions.

According to a press release, the four different editions of the game are: NBA 2K26 Standard Edition, NBA 2K26 WNBA Edition, NBA 2K26 Superstar EditionandNBA 2K26 Leave No Doubt Edition. Gilgeous-Alexander will appear solo on the standard edition, while AT&T WNBA all-star Angel Reese will be the cover athlete for the WNBA edition; the physical version of that edition is a GameStop exclusive. Carmelo Anthony will be the star of the Superstar Edition, and all three of them...

The athlete that will be center stage on the cover of NBA 2K26 has finally been revealed. Last year's entry in the long-running basketball sports simulator franchise had an "all-star" edition of the game that featured the series' first dual-cover athletes: NBA champion Jayson Tatum and WNBA champion A'ja Wilson, both of whom also appeared on other versions of the cover independently. This year, for the standard edition cover, one of the best players in recent memory will be gracing the cover.

According to a press release, three-time NBA all-star and the 2024-2025 season Mvp, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, will be this year's cover athlete. Gilgeous-Alexander is currently the Oklahoma City Thunder point guard and recently signed a record four-year contract extension with the team for $285 million.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is NBA 2K26's Cover Athlete For Standard Edition One Of The Modern Greats

Gilgeous-Alexander is the fourth player in NBA history to win Mvp,...

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This July, Peacock is bringing you a lot of entertainment, from the highly anticipated return of the post-apocalyptic action comedy series Twisted Metal to the streaming release of Drop. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Peacock next month and have an 80% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the twelve best films that are coming to Peacock in July 2025 with a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

Goodfellas (July 1) Rt Score: 91% Credit – Warner Bros.

Goodfellas is a biographical gangster film directed by Martin Scorsese, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Nicholas Pileggi. Based on Pileggi’s 1985 nonfiction book Wiseguy, the 1990 film chronicles the rise and fall of mafioso Henry Hill over the course of 25 years. Goodfellas stars Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco, and Paul Sorvino.

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This July, Paramount+ is a little light on original content as nothing new is coming out on the streaming service aside from the new Dexter series and the third season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Paramount+ next month and have a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the 13 best films coming to Paramount+ in July 2025 with a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

A Soldier’s Story (July 1) Rt Score: 90% Credit – Columbia Pictures

A Soldier’s Story is a mystery drama film directed by Norman Jewison from a screenplay by Charles Fuller. Based on Fuller’s 1981 play titled A Soldier’s Play, the 1984 film is set during World War II, and it follows Vernon Waters, an officer of the United States Army,...

In a stunning move, the Buss family has agreed to sell a majority of the Los Angeles Lakers to Twg Global CEO Mark Walter in a deal that values the team at $10 billion.

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, who broke the news, reports that Jeanie Buss will continue to serve as governor of the team after the sale. The governor serves as the representative for the team on the NBA’s league of governors.

Walter also owns significant stakes in the Los Angeles Dodgers MLB team, the Sparks WNBA team and Cadillac’s F1 team, among other assets. The $10 billion value is a record for an NBA team (the Boston Celtics sold earlier this year for more than $6 billion), and substantially above what most private estimates valued the team at.

Walter is the primary owner and chairman of the Dodgers, which he acquired for $2.2 billion in 2012. A finance executive and investor,...

Benoit Blanc’s next mystery is afoot. Daniel Craig will reprise the role of the famous detective who drove Rian Johnson’s two previous installments, Knives Out and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.

Johnson will helm the third film in the mystery series, which recently received its title and timeline for release. Following the original 2019 film starring Chris Evans and Ana de Armas, Netflix made a deal for two more sequel films with Johnson.

Those curious about the details of the latest installment such as cast, title and release date can find clues below.

When will Knives Out 3 come out?

Netflix announced at its big Tudum event May 31 that the film will arrive December 12 on the streamer. The date was unveiled with roman numerals.

L-r: Andrew Scott, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Josh Brolin, Glenn Close and Daryl McCormack in ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ Netflix...

The NBC jury has reached a verdict, your honor, and it is bad news for Night Court fans. The reboot of the classic Reinhold Weege sitcom was firmly on the bubble for the network after drawing a more modest audience than its first two seasons under Dan Rubin. In the end, Melissa Rauch will not be returning to the bench as Judge Abby Stone for Season 4, as the series has been cancelled per Deadline. The news comes just days after Season 3 served out the final two episodes of its 18-episode sentence with a bombshell reveal that changed everything for Judge Stone.

Night Court kicked off on a white-hot note when it debuted in 2023. According to Nielsen ratings at the time, the reboot had been NBC's biggest comedy premiere since 2017, only being surpassed by the reboot of Will & Grace. Since then, the series settled into a groove, bringing zany courtroom...

While most legacy sequels to beloved movies find a way to incorporate original cast members, that was unlikely to happen in Akiva Schaffer’s reboot of The Naked Gun.

Leslie Nielsen, who played Lt. Frank Drebin, passed away in 2010. George Kennedy, aka Captain Ed Hocken, died in 2016. And since Priscilla Presley has publicly claimed that she would turn down any invitations to return to the franchise, that really only left O.J. Simpson.

Although he died shortly before filming began, there was seemingly no attempt to involve Simpson in the project, for obvious reasons. But that doesn’t mean that the movie won’t include some references to the notorious accused murderer.

The first teaser trailer for 2025’s The Naked Gun just dropped. It finds Liam Neeson’s Frank Drebin (the son of Nielson’s character) brutalizing a gang of bank robbers while improbably dressed as a schoolgirl, complete with a Mission: Impossible-style rubber mask.

It's considered something of a footnote now, but Robin Williams' last TV credit before his death was for "The Crazy Ones," a David E. Kelley-created single-camera sitcom that aired from September 2013 to April 2014. "The Crazy Ones" was notable in that it was Williams' first time headlining a TV series since the broadcast of "Mork and Mindy" (with Pam Dawber) over three decades earlier. Williams had spent the bulk of his career working in standup or starring in movies, often gaining a great deal of acclaim for his performances. He was nominated for Oscars for "Good Morning, Vietnam," "Dead Poets Society," and "The Fisher King" before finally winning for his very generous turn in "Good Will Hunting." His comedy albums also won him multiple Grammys, while his standup specials netted him two Emmys. 

Williams would happily have made a joke about how he is not an Egot, but a mere Ego.

On Wednesday March 19 2025, E! broadcasts an episode of the series Night Court!

A Night Court Before Christmas Season 2 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Night Court,” titled “A Night Court Before Christmas,” promises to bring festive cheer and a touch of holiday magic to the courtroom. Set during the Christmas season, this episode dives into the spirit of giving and the whimsical challenges that come with it. Fans can look forward to a blend of humor and heartfelt moments as the characters navigate their holiday adventures.

In this episode, Abby takes on the mission of finding a little girl’s letter to Santa. To help her with this important task, she enlists the help of Dan. Their quest is sure to lead to some amusing situations as they search for the missing letter, highlighting the comedic chemistry between the two characters. The stakes feel high when it comes to...

The excitement is building as “Night Court” returns for its Season 2 premiere with a festive episode titled “A Night Court Before Christmas.” This special episode airs on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 4:30 Pm on E!. Fans can look forward to a holiday-themed storyline that promises laughter and heartwarming moments.

In this episode, Abby takes on the challenge of tracking down a little girl’s letter to Santa. She enlists the help of Dan, who may have his own ideas about Christmas magic. Their quest is sure to lead to some humorous situations as they navigate the chaos of Night Court during the holiday season.

Meanwhile, Gurgs finds herself in a bit of a mix-up when her gift for Dan turns out to be quite unexpected. The surprise may lead to some funny exchanges and showcase the quirky dynamics among the characters.

Adding to the holiday spirit, Olivia encounters a witness who...

Peak TV may technically be in the past, but its specter still lingers. How else do you get two flashy, star-studded TV shows about the Los Angeles Lakers in the span of three years? The first, HBO’s “Winning Time,” dramatized the basketball team’s years of triumph in the 1980s; the latest, Netflix’s “Running Point,” is both more contemporary and more fictional, though it has closer ties to the actual Lakers organization through owner Jeanie Buss and front office fixture Linda Rambis, both executive producers.

“Running Point” can and does stand on its own, but it’s useful to drill down on the comparison to “Winning Time” to establish why the newer show may stand a stronger chance at long-term success. Some of that potential comes down to shared strengths: like “Winning Time,” “Running Point” is as packed with famous faces, as any tribute to Hollywood’s home team ought to be.

Viewers looking forward to the previously announced Prince documentary have a lot of reason to be devastated following the latest news. The documentary was highly anticipated, with several new pieces of alleged information coming to light in the nine-hour series. Numerous allegations of abuse from former romantic partners of the late pop icon, both physical and emotional, were set to be featured. However, despite the buzz surrounding the venture, Netflix has officially squashed any hope for the documentary to air, instead announcing an entirely new direction for Prince content.

According to Variety, Netflix is not only shelving the Ezra Edelman doc, but it announced plans to partner with Prince's estate, releasing new content. Prince's archive will reportedly be opened up for the world's consumption, putting eyes on the previously unseen work of the artist. The singer's estate was openly opposed to the release of Edelman's documentary, previously referring to...

Although Jeopardy! assembles three of the brightest and most intelligent people in America on one stage, there is still room for awkward gaffes during game time. The beloved trivia game show asks a lot out of its contestants, such as tapping the buzzer within a fraction of a second, phrasing their answers in the form of a question, and making wagers on their earnings. The intensity of the competition and the limelight of the Alex Trebek Stage are sure to cause blunders, including awkwardly amusing blunders that are as funny as anything on television. There's enough pressure to make anyone crack, including six-time NBA champion Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in one episode of Celebrity Jeopardy! Abdul-Jabbar's hilarious slip-up involving a clue about the MPAA ratings for movies is a cringe-inducing moment that veered the family-friendly show into obscene territory.

Earlier this week, MPTF's fundraising telethon for entertainment industry members in need returned for its third year, raising $810,770 and exceeding the original goal of $750K.

Rob Morrow, Tom Bergeron and Lisa Loeb attend MPTF's Lights, Camera, Take Action! Telethon

Credit/Copyright: Michael Kovac/Getty Images for MPTF

Lights, Camera, Take Action! aired live on Ktla (Channel 5 in Los Angeles) on Sunday, December 8, with presenting sponsors City National Bank and UCLA Health leading the charge on the philanthropic endeavor. Yvette Nicole Brown and Tom Bergeron returned as hosts and served as two of the producers for this uplifting, entertaining evening of stories, songs, and celebrities. Ktla’s Dayna Devon returned to host the live Celebrity Lounge, and Tiffany Smith hosted the Tote Board throughout the evening.

During the telethon, co-host Tom Bergeron said, “We have met so many amazing people who both serve at MPTF and are served by MPTF.

Jim Abrahams, one of the creative minds behind such comedies as Airplane!, three Naked Gun movies, and the TV series Police Squad!, died November 26, 2024, at his Santa Monica, California home, Deadline reports. He was 80 years old.

Abrahams was born May 10, 1944, in Shorewood, Wi. He grew up with the brothers David and Jerry Zucker, and the trio often referred to as "Zaz" got their start in Hollywood with The Kentucky Fried Movie. Written by Zaz and directed by John Landis, the film consists of a series of crude, sometimes offensive vignettes something which, by modern standards, could never be made today. Abrahams and the Zucker brothers appeared in the movie alongside James Bond actor George Lazenby, Donald Sutherland, and The Incredible Hulk star Bill Bixby, among others.

The trio got their big break in 1980 with Airplane!, a send-up of '70s disaster flicks like Airport and The Poseidon Adventure. Starring Leslie Nielsen,...

Jim Abrahams, part of the writing-directing-producing team behind such comedy touchstones as Airplane!, the Naked Gun films, and Police Squad!, died Tuesday at his Santa Monica home. He was 80.

His son, Joseph Abrahams, confirmed the news to our sister site The Hollywood Reporter.

Along with brothers David and Jerry Zucker, Abrahams also was behind laugh-inducing — and often intentionally groan-inducing — comedy films including Top Secret! and the Top Gun spoofs Hot Shots! and Hot Shots! Part Deux. Students of the Mel Brooks School of Anything for a Laugh, the trio paired absurd situations with deadpan lines and fueled Leslie Nielsen’s unlikely rise to leading man after 30 years in the business.

The trio got their big-screen start writing The Kentucky Fried Movie (1977), a series of decidedly un-pc vignettes directed by John Landis that ranged from silly to uproarious to “what the hell?!” and back. Sample: A TV news anchor deadpans from...

On Sunday November 17 2024, Pix broadcasts Positively America With Ernie Anastos!

Season 2 Episode 38 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Positively America With Ernie Anastos” promises to be both insightful and uplifting. In this episode, Ernie engages in conversations with various individuals about the wisest person they know. This segment aims to highlight the importance of wisdom in everyday life and how it shapes people’s perspectives. Viewers can expect heartfelt stories and valuable lessons shared by those who have been influenced by their mentors or role models.

Additionally, the show features a panel discussion focused on the value of family life roots. This discussion will explore how family connections can provide support and guidance, shaping individuals’ lives and communities. The panelists will share their own experiences and thoughts on the significance of maintaining strong family ties in today’s fast-paced world.

The episode will also include positive news stories from across America,...

Exclusive: Paradigm Talent Agency on Wednesday announced the launch of The Sports Group, a dedicated, all-encompassing division established to represent a roster of elite athletes and iconic teams.

Led by seasoned agents Nick LoPiccolo and Brett Hansen, The Sports Group will consist of a specialized team of agents across Paradigm’s departments, offering full-service representation.

By harnessing Paradigm’s extensive network and expertise across all the agency’s key disciplines — Talent, Scripted Literary, Unscripted, Book Publishing, Broadcasting, Media Rights, Content Finance, Digital Ventures, Brand Partnerships, and Speaking Engagements — The Sports Group will look to mine best-in-class opportunities for clients. This includes assisting athletes in pivoting from sports into the entertainment industry and working closely with teams to craft compelling storytelling, develop authentic brand partnerships, and uncover new revenue opportunities. Dedicated agents across these departments include Varun Monga, Jake Dexter, Ian Kleinert, Richie Kern, Joshua Finn, Jeff Kolodny, Ashley Hanley, Babacar Diene,...

In the upcoming episode of “Positively America With Ernie Anastos,” airing on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 6:00 Am on Pix, viewers can look forward to an engaging and uplifting discussion. Ernie will sit down with a variety of guests to explore a thought-provoking question: who is the wisest person they know? This segment promises to highlight the importance of wisdom in everyday life and the impact it can have on personal growth.

The episode will also feature a panel discussion centered around the value of family life roots. Guests will share their experiences and insights on how family shapes individuals and communities. This conversation aims to remind everyone of the strong connections that bind families together and the support they provide in challenging times.

In addition to these discussions, “Positively America” will showcase positive news stories from across the country, highlighting the good happening in communities. Viewers can expect heartwarming tales...

Prime Video, as one of the world's most popular streaming services, is a platform that offers a wide variety of films and television shows, making it an extremely worthwhile subscription to hold onto. Like Netflix and Disney+, Prime Video has a vast consumer base, with over 200 million active users who often enjoy its content. In fact, the streaming service is well-known for bringing new movies every month, with titles ranging from comedic classics to modern cinematic masterpieces.

In October 2024, for example, several highly anticipated films were added to the platform, including Luca Guadagnino Challengers, Brothers, and House of Spoils. Certainly, the following month will be equally impressive compared to the previous, with many incredible films available for streaming. With that in mind, here's a complete list of movies coming to Prime Video in November 2024.

Airplane! (1980) Streaming November 1

Airplane!, co-written and co-directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker, is...

The Big Bang Theory is one of recent television's most popular and long-lasting sitcoms. As a testament to the show's popularity, it featured many famous guest stars who somehow found themselves intertwined in the lives of the show's characters. Despite only appearing once, these actors significantly and unexpectedly impacted the show in their roles and the storylines.

Considering how pop-culture-savvy The Big Bang Theory's main characters are, it's no surprise that the show included guest stars from all corners of geekdom. From technology giant Bill Gates to famous actors such as William Shatner and Mark Hamill, each guest star left their mark on the show.

William Shatner Rolls the Dice Season 12, Episode 16, "The D&d Vortex"

Ever-popular Star Trek actor William Shatner made a memorable appearance in "The D&d Vortex" episode. He was a celebrity that fellow Star Trek alum Wil Wheaton had invited to his secret celebrity Dungeons & Dragons game night.

This article contains spoilers for Mr. Crocket, now stremaing on Hulu.

For Halloween, Hulu is serving up a creepy treat with a new horror movie thats the Pee-Wee's Playhouse and Terrifier cross audiences never knew they needed. Horror is an expansive, sometimes fickle genre, where it can be difficult for new names to find their stride. However, the beauty of horror lies in its boundless creativity, from its characters to its plots, and in what people find terrifying. As Mr. Crocket slinks onto Hulu for the Halloween season, Terrifier 3 slashes its way across theaters, and nostalgia continues to dominate TV; the three collide to create a perfect storm of horror. But this also raises questions about what Mr. Crockets arrival says about how horror icons are born and how far such a bizarre concept can go.

Inspired by the short that premiered on the horror anthology series Bite Size Halloween,...

If you're even a little bit familiar with "The Big Bang Theory," you know that it's always been sold as a "show about nerds" — so it makes sense that it featured a whole bunch of actors who also appeared in the "Star Trek" franchise.

Chuck Lorre's hit sitcom, which ran for 12 seasons and stars Jim Parsons, Johnny Galecki, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Kaley Cuoco, Melissa Rauch, and Mayim Bialik — who play Sheldon Cooper, Leonard Hofstadter, Howard Wolowitz, Raj Koothrappali, Penny Hofstadter, Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz, and Amy Farrah Fowler, respectively — featured many, many cameos from pop culture icons, including the late James Earl Jones, Stephen Hawking, and even Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee. Throughout those 12 seasons, a lot of "Star Trek" veterans also showed up in cameo roles. So, who were they, and what did these "Star Trek" actors do during their appearances on "The Big Bang Theory?"

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Bel-Air season 3 featured a cameo from Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Dk Metcalf, which continues one of the most iconic traditions from Will Smiths original Fresh Prince show. Dk Metcalf appeared in the Bel-Air season 3 finale, which had some shocking cliffhanger endings that set up a dramatic and thrilling potential season 4. The series has taken some inspiration from the show that inspired it but has set itself apart through original characterization and storylines.

The Fresh Prince cameos in Bel-Air are nice reminders of not just the show that came before, but the actors who made it so great. Bel-Airs individuality is part of the reason it has become such a big success for Peacock. Viewers dont have to have seen The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air to understand and enjoy Bel-Air, but it still satisfies fans of the original show. The Bel-Air cast has made the characters their own, but moments...

Pave Publishing House, the independent print and audiobook publishing division of Pave Studios, today announced the hire of Kerri Kolen as Vice President, Pave Publishing House. Reporting directly to Max Cutler, Founder of Pave Studios, Kolen will oversee the development of compelling new titles, working with both emerging and established creators.

Kolen brings over 20 years of editorial experience, spanning print and digital media, to Pave Publishing House. Most recently, she served as Vice President and Head of Audiobooks at Pushkin Industries, following her tenure as Creative Executive at Audible, where she was instrumental in helping to shape Audible Originals.

"Kerri's deep expertise across both print and digital formats, combined with her deep understanding of the evolving media landscape, makes her the perfect fit for Pave Publishing House. Her proven track record of working with top-tier talent and her ability to adapt to the changing ways audiences consume content will...

The series of murder mysteries that began with the 2019 film Knives Out and continued with the 2022 film Glass Onion is set to keep on going with Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which has writer/director Rian Johnson back at the helm. Johnson and his collaborators are being very secretive about this project right now, but there’s a lot of hype for it – so we figured this would be a good time to start assembling a list of Everything We Know About Wake Up Dead Man. Here we go:

Title

Johnson got the title Knives Out from a Radiohead song. When it came time to make the sequel Glass Onion, he got the title from a song by The Beatles. So it’s only fitting that the third film in the franchise have a song-inspired title as well. But while Radiohead and The Beatles were from England,...

Rian Johnson is celebrating the end of filming for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Story, the third installment in the murder mystery franchise.

In a new social media post, Johnson shared that filming for the film starring Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc has finished.

“Aaaand that’s a wrap on Wake Up Dead Man. Went so fast! Best crew, incredible cast, this was a really special shoot and I cannot wait to put it together,” Johnson shared in a post on X, the microblogging platform formerly known as Twitter.

Johnson also shared a photo with a sign that read, “Please be mindful of graves.”

Aaaand that’s a wrap on Wake Up Dead Man. Went so fast! Best crew, incredible cast, this was a really special shoot and I cannot wait to put it together. pic.twitter.com/N32Z6qOITy

— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) August 17, 2024

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery...

As fans await the announcement of the Dancing with the Stars Season 33 cast, speculation continues about who will appear on the show.

There were recent rumors about a popular Olympic athlete joining the cast of those trying to win the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.

In addition, previous rumors have suggested other celebs could appear on DWTS 33, including basketball star Caitlin Clark and former Good Morning America stars Amy Robach and T.J. Lavin.

Celebrity contestants all need professional dance partners to help them perfect their routines for the show.

Fans have also been campaigning for and speculating which pro dancers they want to see.

A recent batch of rumors has arrived after fans believe they spotted a potential clue suggesting the return of a popular pro.

Fans are buzzing after DWTS star drops potential clue about return for Season 33

Professional dancer Lindsay Arnold generated excitement for her potential return to DWTS...

A second statue of the late Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant, depicted courtside with his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, was unveiled today in a private ceremony held outside Crypto.com Arena.

The statue is expected to be available for public viewing starting Saturday.

Kobe and Gianna Bryant died along with seven other people in a Calabasas, California, helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020.

The statue shows the pair sitting in courtside seats, as in the photo above that served as inspiration. Angel wings spread out behind the pair, who are encircled by purple and gold flowers. A gold plaque in front of them includes a quote from Kobe, saying, “Gianna is a beast. She’s better than I was at her age. She’s got it. Girls are amazing. I would have five more girls if I could. I’m a girl dad.”

The plaque refers to Kobe as “Most Valuable Girl Dad.

The trailer just dropped for Mr. Throwback, a new mockumentary series starring Happy Endings’ Adam Pally, Saturday Night Live’s Ego Nwodim and… The Golden State Warriors’ Steph Curry?

Produced by David Wain, Mr. Throwback actually looks pretty funny for a show starring an NBA point guard in a prominent role. Come to think of it, there have been more than a few solid comedies featuring pro basketball players, such as…

5 Marques Johnson in ‘White Men Can’t Jump’

When we think of White Men Can’t Jump, we tend to think of Wesley Snipes, Woody Harrelson, and of course, Jeopardy! champion Rosie Perez.

But it also features former NBA player Marques Johnson as Raymond, an aggrieved victim of Billy and Syd’s hustle. Johnson later revealed that the character was based on real-life basketball player Reggie Harding, who died tragically in 1972.

4 Michael Jordan in ‘Space Jam’

Space Jam is a ridiculous movie,...

Big Bang Theory vibes are back! Actress Melissa Rauch just reunited with former co-star and it seems like the two had never really left the Pasadena apartment. This mini-reunion featured effortless chemistry and hilarious banter, warming the hearts of fans everywhere.

Melissa Rauch, Kaley Cuoco, and, Mayim Bialik in The Big Bang Theory | Warner Bros. Television

The stars’ unexpected collab does prove The Big Bang Theory magic lives on, a testament to the laughter and friendships that bloom in the wacky ‘sitcoms’ world.

Big Bang Fashion Feud Reignited: Rauch & Nayyar Reunite on Night Court Kunal Nayyar as Raj in Big Bang Theory | Warner Bros. Television

Do y’all remember the epic Bernadette vs. Raj fashion wars on The Big Bang Theory? Well, those sassy style clashes are back, this time courtesy of a mini Big Bang reunion on the TV sitcom, Night Court.

Melissa Rauch, aka Bernadette, dished on the...

Jerry West, the Los Angeles Lakers legend as both a player and an executive who was later dubbed “the Logo” after he was immortalized on the NBA’s symbol, has died at the age of 86.

The Los Angeles Clippers, for whom West served as a consultant in recent years, announced the NBA legend’s death Wednesday in a statement, “Jerry West, the personification of basketball excellence and a friend to all who knew him, passed away peacefully this morning at the age of 86. His wife, Karen, was by his side.

The third Knives Out film, titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, has assembled quite a group of stars, much like the two previous mystery films. Daniel Craig will return to the sequel film with his signature Southern accent as detective Benoit Blanc.

In addition to Craig, eight other cast members have been announced so far from Challengers star Josh O’Connor to Scandal alumna Kerry Washington. 2022’s Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery starred Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Edward Norton, Dave Bautista, Kate Hudson, Leslie Odom Jr., Madelyn Cline and Jessica Henwick with cameos from Ethan Hawke, Jackie Hoffman, Hugh Grant, Stephen Sondheim, Natasha Lyonne, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Angela Lansbury, Yo-Yo Ma, Serena Williams and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who voiced the gong sound on Norton’s island.

The first Knives Out film starred Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Christopher Plummer, Michael Shannon, Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Johnson, Toni Collette, Lakeith Stanfield,...

A riveting locker room speech can be the difference maker in truly selling the emotion of a sports TV show or movie. And Adrien Brody delivers an exquisite amount of them to the Los Angeles Lakers in his turn as real-life coach Pat Riley on HBO’s Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. The series depicts the legendary Showtime era of the LA Lakers, which saw players like Magic Johnson (Quincy Isaiah), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (Solomon Hughes), Norm Nixon, and more. Plus, Celtics icon Larry Bird (Sean Patrick Small) makes multiple appearances. And Brody’s Riley is at the center of it all. To celebrate his triumphant ability to gas up, grill, or simply get his guys into grind mode, TV Insider caught up with Brody to look back at one of those scenes and learn a bit more about what went into his performance for TV Insider’s Scene Study series.

Pam Grier was a guest this week on The Jennifer Hudson Show, and revealed there are big plans afoot for her legendary 1974 Blaxploitation classic, Foxy Brown.

“We’re going to be doing Foxy Brown also as a musical,” Grier announced, but didn’t provide many details. She also shared that a studio is producing a seven-episode limited series based on her 2010 memoir, Foxy: My Life in Three Acts.

The series will detail her relationships with basketball player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and the comedians Freddie Prinze and Richard Pryor.

“It can’t be a seven-hour movie, but it’s going to be a [limited] series like the series I’m promoting today, Them, so it’ll be seven episodes, shot like a film,” the actress said.

Foxy Brown was part of a Blaxploitation trilogy, sandwiched between Coffy and Jackie Brown.

“Foxy was strategically more radical and aggressive,” Grier said earlier to EW. “I...

Many people have dreams of being an actor, sometimes in film and sometimes in television roles.

Some actors fall into the opportunity through lots of auditions, training, and from knowing the right people. But others get their start by becoming a famous name first.

Athletes are often in the public eye, gaining a following for being good at their chosen sport. Once they retire from their profession, some continue to grow their popularity through other ventures.

Many athletes turn to acting, whether through television advertisements and commercials like Coach Prime, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, Derek Jeter, Eli Manning, and Kevin Durant.

Other athletes like Travis Kelce, Pat McAfee, Deion Sanders (Prime), and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. do podcasts to attract a following.

Some celebrities do one-shot cameos, like Michael Jordan and LeBron James in Space Jam, Uncle Drew starring NBA star Kyrie Irving, Airplane! with Kareem Abdul Jabbar, and Blue Chips...

Bill Walton, The Hall of Fame NBA center, broadcaster, and public devotee of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 71. His death on Monday was announced by the National Basketball Association, who released a statement from commission Adam Silver calling Walton “truly one of a kind… He redefined the center position.” The cause of death was cancer.

“The world feels so much heavier now,” Walton’s friend, former rival, and fellow UCLA alum Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wrote on X. “On the court, Bill was a fierce player, but off the court...

Think about how competitive the Emmy race is: There are so many excellent shows that deserve attention yet fail to make the nomination cut because they’re either not considered one of the frontrunners or they air on a broadcast network. That’s rough.

Now, imagine being a critically acclaimed drama on a premium network/streaming hybrid in a season where the drama race is pretty wide open. You’ve got big stars, high production values and well-known source material. Shoo-in, right?

Not if you’ve been canceled. (Cue sad trombone sound effect.) That’s the unfortunate fate of “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty,” the HBO series executive produced by Adam McKay that continued to earn raves in Season 2 for its heightened, not-quite-accurate-but-entertainingly-close-enough take on the 1980s rise of the “Showtime”-era Los Angeles Lakers. “Winning Time” should be in the awards conversation … but wound up getting canceled in September.

One of America's strangest celebrity sagas came to an abrupt, anticlimactic close when O.J. Simpson died at the age of 76 on April 10, 2024. The Heisman Trophy-winning running back from the University of Southern California became a professional football phenomenon during his 11-season tenure with the Buffalo Bills. He was blindingly handsome and charismatic, as comfortable in front of a camera as he was breaking tackles on the gridiron. Unlike Jim Brown, Simpson chose to keep playing football when he embarked on his acting career; and though Simpson was typically cast in supporting roles, they were often high-profile productions (namely the Best Picture-nominated "The Towering Inferno" and the Emmy-winning miniseries "Roots").

When Simpson retired, he continued to act while staying close to football as an on-field reporter for NBC. You never knew where The Juice was going to turn up, but you were never unhappy to see him. This was especially true...

Following the news of O.J. Simpson dying of cancer, celebrity reactions to the controversial figure’s death began pouring in.

In a statement shared by the Simpson family on Thursday morning, it was announced that on Wednesday, the former football player, who became better known for being accused of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman amid an infamous televised car chase and trial, “succumbed to his battle with cancer” while surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

Caitlyn Jenner, who married Kris Jenner shortly after the Kardashian matriarch’s divorce from Robert Kardashian, who was Simpson’s defense attorney during the murder trial, was among the first to react on social media. “Good Riddance #OJSimpson,” she tweeted.

Mia Farrow also took to X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Thinking of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman – and their families.”

Gloria Allred, the attorney who represented Nicole Brown Simpson...