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MPTF's fundraising telethon for crew members in need will return for its third year. Lights, Camera, Take Action! will air live on Ktla (Channel 5 in Los Angeles) on December 8 from 7-9 pm Pt.

Yvette Nicole Brown and Tom Bergeron return as hosts and serve as two of the producers for this uplifting, entertaining evening of stories, songs, and celebrities – all to raise relief funds for workers in need. MPTF’s first telethon received an LA Area Emmy nomination and raised over $850K to provide for the entertainment industry’s most vulnerable community members, and last year’s telethon raised over $750K to meet the needs of tens of thousands of industry workers impacted by the two strikes in 2023. A goal of $750K has been set for this year’s two-hour broadcast.

Ktla’s Dayna Devon returns to host the live Celebrity Lounge, and Tiffany Smith hosts the Tote Board through the evening.

In the upcoming episode of The Neighborhood titled “Welcome to Daddy Issues,” the Johnson family faces some interesting dynamics as Tina’s newly single father makes a visit. His arrival stirs up old emotions and adds a layer of tension as the family navigates his presence in their lives. Tina’s father’s return presents both humorous and heartfelt moments, testing family bonds and relationships.

Meanwhile, Dave and Gemma are dealing with their own set of challenges. The couple has big plans for their son Grover’s future, but their dream of sending him to a private high school comes with a hefty price tag. In a bid to make their dream a reality, they decide to tighten their belts and curb their spending, which leads to some funny and awkward situations. As they try to balance their finances, Dave and Gemma may discover that sacrifices might bring them closer together.

Hundreds of Gold Derby users have made their predictions in 10 categories at the 2024 Country Music Association Awards that will be held tonight, Nov. 20, at 8:00pm Eastern live on ABC. Those predictions have been combined to generate our official racetrack odds. Scroll down to see those odds with our projected winners highlighted in gold.

Prepare to hear Morgan Wallen‘s name called out multiple times tonight — four times, to be exact. That’s how many victories we’re currently predicting for the oft controversial country star. He’s the favorite for Entertainer of the Year. Then he’s expected to prevail three times for “I Had Some Help,” his chart-topping collaboration with Post Malone: Single of the Year, Musical Event of the Year, and Music Video of the Year. If we’re right, this would be Wallen’s biggest year at the CMA Awards by far. His only previous victory...

The Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson boxing match was a much-talked about, highly-anticipated event for fans!

Taking place Friday night (November 15) at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Tex., not only did thousands of fans attend the event, but there were many celebs there as well.

Charlize Theron, Shaquille O’Neal, Josh Duhamel and over 20 more celebrities from different areas of entertainment were spotted at the big night!

Keep reading to find out more…

Viewed by millions on Netflix, the Paul vs Tyson fight, saw the title card go for all eight rounds – Find out who won here!

The day before, Mike slapped Jake during the weigh-in. Find out why…

Keep scrolling below to see all of the celebs in attendance at the Netflix fight…

Joey Fatone

Cameron & Lauren Hamilton

Lennox Lewis & Sugar Ray Leonard

Thaddeus Ward, aka Titus O’Neil

Ryan Serhant

Jackie Tohn

Josh Duhamel & wife Audra Mari

Chef Phillip Frankland Lee...

(Updated with more details) Netflix’s much hyped and much delayed live fight tonight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is taking some hits even before the former heavyweight champion and the YouTuber turned boxer have climbed in the ring.

From nearly the start of the undercard bouts from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the streamer has been freezing, losing sound and proving slow to reload. While not totally crashing as Netflix did when Luke Cage launched on the streamer in October 2016, the audio on the feed cut out over and over and the quality of the image was reduced to smeared pixels repeatedly.

Across the country, fight fans have taken to social media to air their grievances — to put it politely.

“This live stream from #Netflix is horrendous, wrote @Cali_Baba on X/Twitter early on in the multi-fight. “Buffering on and off, pixelated image, muffled sound,” he...

The 58th Annual Country Music Association Awards will take place in Nashville on Wednesday, November 20, and hosted by Luke Bryan, Lainey Wilson, and Peyton Manning. But as always, the night is as much about the music as it is about the awards. Scroll down to see the list of artists slated to perform at the CMA Awards, updating as additional musicians are announced.

Morgan Wallen leads the nominations list, which was unveiled on September 9. He picked up seven bids from his fellow country music industry professionals, including Entertainer of the Year for the third year in a row. Chris Stapleton and Cody Johnson are next in line with five bids apiece, while Post Malone picked up four nominations for his crossover into country music. Lainey Wilson also netted four noms. Surprisingly, Beyonce didn’t receive any recognition despite her own pivot to country music.

The first “CMA Awards Banquet and...

Update, with presenters: Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan and Chris Stapleton are among the performers announced today for the The 58th Annual CMA Awards.

The Country Music Association and ABC announced the initial lineup of performers this morning. In addition to Bentley, Bryan and Stapleton, the roster includes Sierra Hull, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, Ashley McBryde, Post Malone, Shaboozey, Teddy Swims, Thomas Rhett, Molly Tuttle, and Lainey Wilson.

Additional performers and presenters will be announced in the weeks ahead.

Previous, Sept. 30: Lainey Wilson will be joining returning Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning as co-hosts of the 58th Annual CMA Awards. The Country Music Association’s trophy show is set to air live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 8-11 Pm Pst on ABC and next day on Hulu.

Wilson, winner of the 2023 CMA Awards Entertainer of the Year Award, the CMA’s highest honor, is up for four awards this year,...

Post Malone, Chris Stapleton, Dierks Bentley, and Shaboozey are among the artists who will take the stage at the 2024 CMA Awards, taking place Nov. 20 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.

Luke Bryan and Lainey Wilson — who will both co-host the award show alongside Peyton Manning — will each also perform at the event, along with Thomas Rhett, Teddy Swims, Ashley McBryde, Sierra Hull, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, Ashley McBryde, and Molly Tuttle.

Malone, a first-time CMA Awards nominee this year, will deliver his song “Yours” and will also be joined onstage by Stapleton for...

Exclusive: CBS has put in development Token White Friends, a multi-camera comedy from The Neighborhood team of CBS Studios and executive producers Aaron Kaplan via Kapital Entertainment, Wendi Trilling via TrillTV and Cedric The Entertainer & Eric Rhone via A Bird and Bear Entertainment.

Written and executive produced by Josh Greenberg (Not Dead Yet), Jordan Black (The Wonder Years) and Jon Haller (30 Rock) White Token Friends is inspired by a true story. In it, when a Black couple adopts a white child, they reach out to three estranged white college friends to be part of their village.

Per the creators, Token White Friends is “about parenthood, culture clashes, and why it’s problematic for a 7-year-old white kid to wear cornrows.”

Greenberg, Black and Haller, who all previously worked on Last Man Standing, recently sold The Nerd Table, an animated series based on the trio’s nerdy 90s childhoods to Peacock...

The upcoming episode of “The Neighborhood,” titled “Welcome to Grandfatherhood,” promises to be an engaging mix of humor and heartfelt moments. Set to air on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 8:00 Pm on BET, this episode dives into the challenges and joys of growing older. Calvin is facing the reality of aging while navigating the new phases of parenting. This journey is sure to resonate with many as he learns to adapt to the changes life brings.

Meanwhile, Malcolm finds himself at a crossroads regarding his career. This pivotal moment could lead to some interesting discussions and decisions, showcasing the pressures and uncertainties many face in their professional lives. It will be intriguing to see how he balances his ambitions with his family responsibilities.

Additionally, Lamar’s arrival to spend time with Grover adds another layer to the episode. Gemma and Dave will need to adjust their parenting style, allowing for a bit more freedom.

The Neighborhood is back with its Season 6 Episode 2 titled “Welcome to the Awkward Conversations,” airing on November 5, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on BET. This episode promises to bring a mix of humor and heartfelt moments as Marty and Courtney face some big news. Their recent pregnancy announcement sets the stage for a series of conversations that will surely lead to both laughter and a few awkward moments.

As they navigate this unexpected life change, viewers can expect to see how Marty and Courtney’s relationship evolves. The couple will need to figure out what this news means for their future together. The episode will explore the challenges and joys of preparing for a baby, all while keeping the humor that fans love.

Meanwhile, Malcolm finds himself in a different kind of dilemma at work. He is dealing with his own workplace relationship, which adds another layer of complexity to the episode.

The upcoming episode of “The Neighborhood,” titled “Welcome to the Other Butlers,” promises to tackle some important themes while keeping the humor and heart that fans love. Set to air on November 5, 2024, at 9:30 Pm on BET, this episode dives into the complexities of discrimination and family dynamics.

In this episode, Calvin and Tina find themselves in a challenging situation as they uncover discriminatory practices linked to their bank’s appraiser. This storyline sheds light on real issues many face in the financial world, making it relatable and thought-provoking. Calvin and Tina’s journey will likely resonate with viewers, as they navigate the complexities of fairness and equality in their community.

Meanwhile, Marty seeks advice from Trey about co-parenting with Courtney. This subplot adds a layer of warmth and humor, as Marty looks for guidance on how to balance his responsibilities as a father. The interactions between these characters are...

In the upcoming episode of “The Neighborhood,” titled “Welcome to the Big Sleep,” viewers can expect a blend of humor and relatable family struggles. The episode centers around Marty and Courtney as they face the challenges of parenthood, particularly the sleepless nights that come with a newborn. As they try to get their baby to sleep, the whole family feels the effects of their exhaustion. This situation promises to bring plenty of comedic moments as everyone tries to cope with the chaos of a restless household.

Meanwhile, Dave finds an old list he created when he was younger, filled with exciting things he wanted to accomplish before turning 40. As he reviews the list, he realizes that many of these goals remain unfulfilled. This realization sends him into a bit of a spiral, leading to some humorous and introspective moments as he grapples with his past dreams versus his current reality.

CBS premiere week is going to be stacked. There are new seasons of your favorite shows as well as new series debuting. It all kicks off on Sunday, October 13 with the second season of Tracker, and that’s just one of the shows featured in TV Insider’s exclusive first look at what’s coming up on the network, with interviews and behind-the-scenes content. The video, which you can watch above, includes (but is not limited to) Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, Matlock, The Neighborhood, S.W.A.T., Ghosts, Survivor, Elsbeth, FBI: Most Wanted (with a dog!), and Fire Country. “Start your week off with some great laughs,” says Cedric the Entertainer from The Neighborhood (which airs Mondays). Adds his costar Max Greenfield, in a mini New Girl reunion as he sits with Damon Wayans Jr., “To have Cedric and Damon Sr. back to back is a really nice hour of television.

American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special Performers (Photo Credit: CBS)

CBS announced additional performers confirmed for the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special. Nelly, Nile Rodgers & Chic, and Sheila E. will help celebrate the AMAs created by Dick Clark back in 1974, joining a star-studded list that includes Mariah Carey and Jennifer Hudson.

Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Green Day, Brad Paisley, Kane Brown, Raye, and Stray Kids were previously announced to perform on the two-hour special airing on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 5pm Pt/8pm Et. Two-time Ama winner Aj McLean, Cedric The Entertainer, Golden Globe winner Kate Hudson, three-time Ama winner Lance Bass, 15-time Ama winner Reba McEntire, Oscar nominee Samuel L. Jackson, and four-time Ama nominee Smokey Robinson will put in special appearances.

CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced the following scheduled performances:

Three-time Ama winner Nelly will honor hip-hop’s evolution and greatest moments on the AMAs with a performance of his greatest hits.

For years, Kevin Hart has long been one of Hollywood’s most beloved comedians, known for his stand-up, acting roles, and massive social media presence. With the star even teaming up with Chris Rock for his latest documentary, Kevin Hart & Chris Rock: Headliners Only, the 45-year-old once again made waves. However, in recent months, another celebrity has let loose a strange theory online, claiming that the comedian is actually an “industry plant.” The term is typically reserved for musicians who are allegedly groomed by major labels for success.

Kevin Hart as Cyrus Whittaker in Lift | Credits: Netflix

One of the most vocal proponents of this theory is Katt Williams, who has been outspoken in his criticism of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, linking both Hart’s rise and Diddy’s influence into a much larger conspiracy about power, fame, and the entertainment industry.

Katt Williams reveals why he believes Kevin Hart is...

“Yes, the coddled has to now become a coddler!” That is how Tichina Arnold laughingly describes what’s coming down the street for The Neighborhood, which returns for Season 7 with her Tina Butler and hubby Calvin (Cedric the Entertainer) adjusting to life as grandparents now that their man-child son Marty (Marcel Spears) and his pal Courtney (Skye Townsend) have had their daughter Daphne. “I think it’s a great position, especially for Marcel’s character because Marcel is already funny as heck,” she continues. “So Marty being a dad, but also being a coddled son by Tina? Yeah, that’s a crazy dynamic. That’s a trifecta right there!” In TV Insider’s exclusive first look at the suburban comedy’s new promo art (see the full version below), Arnold and company are having fun, as well—which is indicative of the cast’s off-camera vibe, even after all of these years.

The Tracy Morgan-led spinoff of The Neighborhood at Paramount+ continues to add to its cast.

Adrian Martinez, Braxton Paul and Finn Maloney have joined Crutch, which stars Morgan as Francois Crutchfield, aka Crutch, a Harlem shop owner — and cousin of The Neighborhood’s Calvin Butler (Cedric the Entertainer) whose life is upended when his adult children move back in with him. The show’s cast also includes Jermaine Fowler and Adrianna Mitchell as Crutch’s kids and Kecia Lewis as his sister-in-law.

Martinez (Unfrosted, ABC’s Stumptown) will recur as Flaco, Crutch’s childhood best friend, most loyal confidant and general manager of Crutch’s flooring shop. Fun-loving, optimistic and chatty, he is the yin to Crutch’s yang.

Paul and Maloney will also have recurring roles Lisa and Mase, Jamilah’s (Mitchell) kids and Crutch’s grandchildren. The 12-year-old Lisa is the conscience of the family who challenges...

The Neighborhood is growing in Season 7 as Calvin (Cedric the Entertainer) and Tina Butler (Tichina Arnold) make room for the newest member of their family, granddaughter Daphne. In TV Insider’s exclusive first-look photo for the latest season, kicking off on Monday, October 21, The Neighborhood premiere episode sees Calvin, Tina, Malcolm (Sheaun McKinney), Dave (Max Greenfield), and Gemma (Beth Behrs) help welcome little Daphne to the fray alongside her parents, Marty (Marcel Spears) and Courtney (Skye Townsend). Monty Brinton/CBS According to the episode’s logline, Marty and Courtney bring baby Daphne home from the hospital and Calvin is surprised to discover that his youngest son has decided to take the paternity leave that Dave offered in the employee handbook for the Fuse Box. Meanwhile, Tina is going to do all she can to earn Daphne’s love. What does that mean? Fans will have to tune in to find out.

Jermaine Fowler has been tapped as a lead opposite Tracy Morgan in Paramount+ new multi-camera comedy series Crutch, an offshoot from CBS’ long-running sitcom The Neighborhood.

Developed by Owen Smith, who will serve as showrunner, Crutch centers on Francois “Frank” Crutchfield (Morgan), who goes by “Crutch,” is a brash, yet beloved Harlem shop owner whose world is turned upside down when his highbrow son (Fowler) and free-spirited daughter move back into the family home.

Fowler’s Jake Crutchfield is an Ivy League educated lawyer who forgoes a high-paying position at a swanky, white shoe law firm to provide low-cost legal aid in Harlem.

The Neighborhood star Cedric the Entertainer and Eric C. Rhone executive produce Crutch via A Bird and a Bear along with Smith, Aaron Kaplan for Kapital Entertainment; Wendi Trilling for TrillTV; and Morgan. The series is produced by CBS Studios and distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.

The Braxtons are back. The musical family is returning to TV three years after the end of their show Braxton Family Values and two years following the devastating death of Traci Braxton.

The new, eight-episode series offers “a raw and unfiltered look” at the Braxton sisters – Toni, Towanda, Trina, and Tamar – and their mom, Evelyn Braxton, as they navigate careers, health challenges, and complicated personal lives. It premieres August 9 on We tv.

The Braxton family opens up about grief in ‘The Braxtons’ series premiere

We tv has shared a sneak peek at the first 10 minutes of The Braxtons series premiere.

“We’ve dealt with a lot, and so we have a lot to share,” family matriarch Miss E says in the clip. “As a matter of fact, the Braxtons never should have gone away.”

“I’m glad that we’re back. But the other part of it is, I know...

In the upcoming episode of “The Neighborhood,” titled “Welcome to the Bachelor Party,” viewers can expect some surprising twists and plenty of laughs. This episode, which is set to air on July 30, 2024, at 5:30 Am on Nickelodeon, promises to deliver a mix of comedy and heartfelt moments.

The story kicks off with a shocking revelation about Marty’s future plans that leaves Calvin and Tina in a state of disbelief. This unexpected news is sure to shake up the dynamics within the neighborhood, as everyone tries to process what it means for their friend and the community. Calvin and Tina’s reactions are bound to be entertaining, showcasing their unique personalities in a fun light.

Meanwhile, Dave is ready to let loose at Marty’s bachelor party. Viewers can look forward to seeing a different side of him as he embraces the wild spirit of the celebration. The contrast between...

In the latest episode of “The Neighborhood,” airing on Nickelodeon at 5:10 Am on Saturday, July 27, 2024, viewers will see Calvin grappling with the outcomes of a new business promotion strategy. Following Dave’s advice, Calvin tries a fresh approach to boost his business. However, he soon finds himself regretting the decision as things don’t go as planned. The episode will delve into the challenges Calvin faces while trying to navigate the unexpected consequences of his promotional efforts.

Meanwhile, Gemma takes action to address a critical issue in her after-school music program. Struggling to keep the program afloat, she turns to Tina for help. The episode highlights Gemma’s dedication to the arts and her efforts to make a positive impact on the children in her care. Fans can look forward to a blend of humor and heartfelt moments as the characters tackle their personal and professional dilemmas.

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Whirlwind, the forthcoming album from Lainey Wilson, is surely the most anticipated country blockbuster of the year. Now, with the album less than two months away, the reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year is front-loading the release with a slew of teases. One day after releasing the video to “Hang Tight Honey,” her current Top 20 single at country radio, Wilson has released the song “4x4xu” as an Independence Day bonus, with an accompanying video to boot.

The soulful mid-tempo ballad tells the tale of a fast-blooming highway romance that...

Shannon Sharpe arrives promptly at noon at the South Beverly Grill, a short drive from his home in Holmby Hills. He is 6-foot-2 and 230 pounds, a wall of muscle sheathed in black athleisure wear. He slides into his favorite booth, orders a cranberry ginger ale and offers a hello — friendly but guarded — to an awaiting journalist.

It’s usually Sharpe asking the questions — whether on his blockbuster podcasts Club Shay Shay (3.17 million YouTube subscribers) and Nightcap (1.26 million subscribers) or on ESPN’s First Take, where through the NFL season he spars good-naturedly with host Stephen A. Smith.

Sharpe, who turns 56 on June 26, shot to fame as a tight end for the Denver Broncos. He’s an NFL Hall of Famer and three-time Super Bowl champ. But his other calling, it turns out, is talking — about sports, yes, but about many other things, too, from social issues to politics to celebrity gossip.

Chris Stapleton and Lainey Wilson were the big winners at the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday night (May 16). The ceremony, which streamed live on Prime Video from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, saw Stapleton pick up three trophies, including his eighth Album of the Year award, while Wilson also took home three trophies, including Entertainer of the Year. Wilson also won Female Artist of the Year and Music Event of the Year alongside Jelly Roll for their track “Save Me.” She’s won a total of ten ACM awards over her career and now qualifies for the coveted ACM Triple Crown Award. Stapleton’s other wins came for Male Artist of the Year and Artist-Songwriter of the Year, his first win in the category. Overall, Stapleton has won a total of 20 ACM awards over ...

The 59th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards were handed out on Thursday night, May 16, during a ceremony that streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch Live. The show, hosted by Reba McEntire, took place at Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. See the complete list below.

Luke Combs came into these awards with the most nominations (eight), including Entertainer of the Year. Morgan Wallen followed with six nominations, tied with newcomer Megan Moroney, who was the most nominated female artist. Wallen actually tied with Combs for the most category nominations: in a couple of races Combs was doubly nominated as an artist and producer. Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton and Lainey Wilson were next in line with five bids apiece. Jelly Roll and Jordan Davis had four.

A few awards went out early. On May 15 New Artist winners were announced: the aforementioned...

Luke Combs and Lainey Wilson will be the big winners at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards. That’s according to the combined predictions of Gold Derby users who placed their bets here in our predictions center. Scroll down to see our complete racetrack odds with projected winners highlighted in gold. And tune in tonight at 8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific on Amazon Prime Video to find out who takes home the coveted trophies.

Wilson just won the Country Music Association Award for Entertainer of the Year last fall in a major upset. Then earlier this year she claimed the Grammy for Best Country Album for “Bell Bottom Country.” Things have been going her way long enough now that she’s the odds-on favorite to claim the ACMs’ top prize too, even though Entertainer of the Year seldom goes to women; Carrie Underwood (2020) and Miranda Lambert (2022) are the...

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Get ready for the “Party of the Year.”

From Post Malone and Chris Stapleton to Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll, some of country music’s top stars have made their way to the Lone Star State’s Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, for this year’s 59th annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Hosted by country music icon Reba McEntire, the ACM Awards kick off tonight on Prime Video.

Along with transforming his music career and topping the charts, Jelly Roll has been hard at work transforming his body, too. The Save Me singer has been putting in the work to melt the pounds. As a bonus, he picked one of the biggest nights in all of country music to show off all of his hard work.

Jelly Roll Is Larger Than Life

For many years, Jelly Roll’s larger-than-life personality matched his teddy bear physique. While his carrying some extra weight around has become an endearing part of his image, weight is something that Jelly Roll has struggled with for years.

The superstar has gone through several rounds of dropping weight, only to put it back on. This is a cycle that a lot of people can fall into, even those in the public eye. In Jelly’s case, he realized that he would have to get back...

Jerry Seinfeld wanted Chris Rock to parody Will Smith slapping him at the 2022 Oscars for his Netflix movie Unfrosted.

While appearing on Dana Carvey and David Spade’s podcast Fly on the Wall this week, Seinfeld said he initially wanted to cast Rock in the role as the host of the Bowl & Spoon Awards, which eventually went to Cedric the Entertainer.

“We shot that right after the Will Smith slap,” Seinfeld said. “I was going to have somebody come up on the stage and have Chris punch ’em out as they got there.”

However, Rock “wasn’t up to perform” the parody of the incident. “He was a little shook from that event,” Seinfeld explained. “That was what that scene was going to be, but Cedric saved the day.”

When Seinfeld asked Spade and Carvey if they thought the scene would’ve been funny with Rock, the hosts confirmed that...

Unfrosted’s Bowl and Spoon Awards almost had art imitate life, Jerry Seinfeld has revealed.

Seinfeld originally asked Chris Rock to host his movie’s faux awards show. The idea was to give Rock a moment of redemption from the infamous Will Smith Oscars attack on him.

“The other thing I wanted to do, that I almost did, was Chris Rock was gonna be the emcee of the Bowl and Spoon Awards,” Seinfeld said on Dana Carvey and David Spade’s Fly on the Wall podcast. “We shot that right after the Will Smith slap, and I was gonna have somebody come up on the stage and have Chris punch them out.”

Unfrosted wound up casting Cedric the Entertainer as the awards show host. “Chris wasn’t … he wasn’t up to perform. He was still a little shook from the event,” Seinfeld said. “But that was what the scene was going to be.

Jerry Seinfeld revealed during a recent interview on the “Fly on the Wall” podcast (via People) that he wanted Chris Rock to parody the infamous Oscars slap in his feature directorial debut “Unfrosted,” which recently premiered on Netflix. The issue was that Seinfeld filmed the comedy movie not long after the March 2022 Oscars, and Rock was allegedly feeling too “shook” to be able to perform in the movie.

“The other thing I wanted to do that I almost did was Chris Rock was going to be the emcee of the Bowl & Spoon Awards — and we shot that right after the Will Smith slap,” Seinfeld explained. “I was going to have somebody come up on the stage and have Chris punch ’em out as they got there.”

“Unfrosted” is loosely based on the true story of the creation of Pop-Tarts. Set in 1963, it tracks the rivalry between cereal companies Kellogg’s and...

Today, CBS announced the premiere dates for its Summer 2024 slate. The summer lineup launches with the network debut of Tulsa King on Sunday, July 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m. Et/Pt), followed by the season 26 premiere of Big Brother on Wednesday, July 17 (9:00-10:00 p.m. Et/Pt).

The new true-crime series The Real CSI: Miami launches on Wednesday, June 26 (10:00-11:00 p.m. Et/Pt), and Let’s Make a Deal Primetime premieres on Wednesday, Aug. 7(8:00-9:00 p.m. Et/Pt).

CBS will also air summer specials, including Greatest @Home Videos: Father’s Day Edition hosted by Cedric the Entertainer on Friday, June 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m. Et/Pt), previously announced The 51st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday, June 7 (8:00-10:00 p.m. Et/delayed Pt) and The 77th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday, June 16 (8:00-11:00 p.m. Live Et/5:00-8:00 p.

Photo Credit: Paul Mobley Love The Neighborhood and need even more hilarious chaos in your life? Tracy Morgan has the answer! His new spin-off comedy series, Crutch, is coming soon to Paramount+. Morgan plays Frank “Crutch” Crutchfield, a Harlem widower who thought his kids were finally out of the house. But surprise! His millennial son, free-spirited daughter, and their kids are all moving back in. Hilarity is guaranteed. The Neighborhood star Cedric the Entertainer is producing, along with Owen Smith, who previously worked with Morgan on The Last O.G… No official premiere date yet, but Crutch starts production later this year. Keep an eye on Paramount+ for updates!

The post Tracy Morgan’s ‘Crutch’: New Spin-Off Of ‘The Neighborhood’ Coming Soon appeared first on Hollywood Outbreak.

Paramount+ today announced a new series order for Crutch, a half-hour comedy starring Tracy Morgan. The series will be set in the world of CBS Networks’ hit comedy The Neighborhood. It centers on its titular character, Francois “Frank” Crutchfield (Morgan)—or “Crutch” to those who know him well.

Crutch is a Harlem widower whose empty nest plans are put on hold after his millennial son and free-spirited daughter move back home. CBS Studios is producing the series, which is slated to begin production later this year.

Hailing from Cedric The Entertainer and his production company, A Bird and a Bear Entertainment, the series is executive produced by Cedric and Eric C. Rhone, along with Owen Smith, who wrote the premiere script and will also serve as showrunner; Aaron Kaplan for Kapital Entertainment; Wendi Trilling for TrillTV; and Tracy Morgan.

The series also reunites Morgan with Smith, who served as showrunner...

Tracy Morgan is moving into The Neighborhood, which is expanding with a spinoff for Paramount+.

The Saturday Night Live vet has been tapped to headline Crutch, an extension of the Cedric The Entertainer comedy that will bypass CBS and bow on Paramount’s streaming service. In a surprise twist, Morgan will not reprise his Season 4 role as Calvin Butler’s wealthy brother Curtis. Instead, he’ll play a new character: Calvin’s cousin, Francois “Frank” Crutchfield – or, as his friends call him, Crutch — “a Harlem widower whose empty nest plans are put on hold after his millennial son and free-spirited daughter move back home,...

The world of CBS’ The Neighborhood is expanding.

The network’s streaming sibling, Paramount+, has ordered a comedy series titled Crutch that stars Tracy Morgan and is set in the same world as The Neighborhood — albeit on the other side of the country. The show comes from CBS Studios, and The Neighborhood star and executive producer Cedric The Entertainer is among its EPs.

Morgan will play Francois Crutchfield, aka Crutch, a cousin of Cedric’s Calvin Butler and a Harlem widower whose adult son and daughter move back in with him. Morgan previously guest starred in a 2022 episode of The Neighborhood as a different relative of Calvin’s — his younger brother Curtis.

“I’m excited to be expanding our The Neighborhood universe by producing a show with the legendary comedian Tracy Morgan,” Cedric The Entertainer said in a statement. “This new character is the close cousin to my character Calvin Butler,...

Tracy Morgan will star in a new Paramount+ comedy series that is set in the same world as the CBS show “The Neighborhood,” Variety has learned.

The half-hour multi-cam comedy is titled “Crutch.” Morgan stars in the series as Francois “Frank” Crutchfield, or Crutch to those who know him well. The character is described as “a Harlem widower whose empty-nest plans are put on hold after his millennial son and free-spirited daughter move back home.”

“The Neighborhood” star and executive producer Cedric the Entertainer will also executive produce “Crutch,” with CBS Studios producing. Production will begin later this year.

“I’m excited to be expanding our ‘The Neighborhood’ universe by producing a show with the legendary comedian Tracy Morgan,” said Cedric The Entertainer. “This new character is the close cousin to my character Calvin Butler, and you will enjoy some of their many similarities. Morgan plays Crutch, a ‘say-it-like-it-is’ widowed...

The Neighborhood universe is expanding with a second series, Crutch. Paramount+ has picked up the half-hour, multi-camera comedy headlined by Tracy Morgan. It is set in the world of the popular CBS sitcom starring Cedric the Entertainer, which has been renewed for a seventh season.

Crutch hails from Owen Smith, who penned the pilot script, and The Neighborhood‘s production companies, Cedric’s A Bird and a Bear Entertainment, Aaron Kaplan’s Kapital Entertainment, Wendi Trilling TrillTV and CBS Studios.

It centers on its titular character Francois “Frank” Crutchfield (Morgan) – or “Crutch” to those who know him well – a Harlem widower whose empty-nest plans are put on hold after his millennial son and free-spirited daughter move back home.

Morgan and Cedric starred together on Morgan’s TBS comedy series The Last O.G., with Cedric as a series regular on Season 1 before segueing to recurring when The Neighborhood was picked up to series.

“The Fall Guy” is swinging into theaters this weekend, as are the indie masterpieces “I Saw the TV Glow” and “Evil Does Not Exist.” Fortunately, a handful of fun and intriguing titles are also hitting digital platforms, including a dynamic documentary about a rock ‘n’ roll linchpin.

The contender to watch this week: “Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg”

No, this isn’t a “Hunger Games” sequel. Anita Pallenberg was an actress, a New York It Girl, and a denizen of Andy Warhol’s Factory, but she is best known as an associate of the Rolling Stones. She dated founder Brian Jones and, later, guitarist Keith Richards, with whom she had three children. Some people have called her the band’s muse. Pallenberg’s life was not always as glamorous as it sounds, though, and directors Alexis Bloom and Svetlana Zill mine her highs and lows for a compelling...

Perhaps, like Jerry Seinfeld, you too have spent hours wondering: What’s the deal with Pop Tarts?! Is it a breakfast item or just undercover dessert? How do they get all that delicious fruity goo inside the tiny squares? Is there a goo gun? Who came up with the idea of putting “docker holes” on the top to keep the toaster steam out? Was it Bob from Engineering? And why the frosting, people? Was there not enough sugar already in there already? I wanna know!

Seinfeld has, of course, been...

Hosted by country music veteran Reba McEntire, the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards will stream live on Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch, from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. But who will perform at the event on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 8:00 pm Edt/7:00 pm Cdt/5:00 pm Pdt? Scroll down for the complete list of performers, updated as additional names are revealed.

Luke Combs was the top contender when the ACM nominations were announced on April 9. He received eight bids, including Entertainer of the Year, where he faces off against Kane Brown, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and lone female nominee Lainey Wilson. Wallen followed Combs with six nominations. Newcomer Megan Moroney also picked up six noms, making her the year’s most nominated woman. Johnson, Stapleton and Wilson were next up with five citations apiece. Jelly Roll and Jordan Davis each have four.

The Neighborhood-Tichina Arnold as Tina and Cedric the Entertainer as Calvin. Photo: Sonja Flemming/CBS ©2024 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. From sold-out stand-up shows to his beloved sitcom The Neighborhood, Cedric the Entertainer knows how to make audiences roar with laughter. But how did it all begin? When did he first realize his gift for delivering hilarious observations and relatable stories? (Click on the media bar below to hear Cedric the Entertainer) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Cedric-first-laugh.mp3 Catch Cedric in action on The Neighborhood, Monday nights at 8/7c on CBS, and stream on-demand with Paramount+.

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CBS is staying put in The Neighborhood, renewing the Cedric the Entertainer comedy for Season 7.

The network on Tuesday also announced renewals for procedurals NCIS (Season 22), FBI (Seasons 7, 8 and 9), FBI: International (Season 4) and FBI: Most Wanted (Season 6).

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“The Neighborhood and NCIS are the very best definition of a CBS comedy and drama,” CBS Entertainment president...

Luke Combs is the man of the hour. The 59th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards nominations were announced on Tuesday morning, April 9, and Combs came out on top with eight bids, including Entertainer of the Year. Check out the complete list of nominations here.

This is Combs’s fifth nomination in a row for Entertainer of the Year, an award he has yet to win. This year he’s up against Kane Brown, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and lone female nominee Lainey Wilson. Women are consistently underrepresented in Entertainer of the Year, though Carrie Underwood won in 2020 (in a tie with Thomas Rhett) and Miranda Lambert finally prevailed in 2022. But we mustn’t underestimate Wilson here. She pulled off a huge upset at the CMA Awards last fall, claiming Entertainer of the Year despite being relatively new on the scene.

Wallen follows Combs with six nominations,...

Country singer Luke Bryan is set to embark on his highly anticipated Mind Of A Country Boy Tour. The five-time Entertainer of the Year and American Idol celebrity judge will kick off the tour in Calgary, Canada.

He will be accompanied by talented artists Chayce Beckham and Tenille Arts.

The “Mind Of A Country Boy Tour” will span several months and will feature a lineup of exceptional special guests. Among those who will join Bryan on stage throughout the tour are Tenille Arts, Chayce Beckham, George Birge, King Calaway, Dillon Carmichael, Larry Fleet, HunterGirl, Ella Langley, Tracy Lawrence, Kameron Marlowe, Chase Matthew, Meghan Patrick, Lily Rose, Josh Ross, Alana Springsteen, Zach Top, and DJ Rock. Bryan has long been known to support and mentor new artists and provide them with valuable opportunities to perform in front of his concert audiences.

Before Bryan’s debut album, I’ll Stay Me, was...

Exclusive: Dr. Holly Carter (The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel) today announced the launch of her family, faith and lifestyle network MergeTV on James DuBose’s In The Black Network, a streaming service that highlights Black voices and original stories.

Carter also announced MergeTV’s slate of original programming dropping on April 2, which includes its flagship show Food for Thought with DeVon Franklin, hosted by the bestselling author, producer and preacher. Franklin will be joined by some of his famous friends “to bake up delicious desserts and share deep conversation,” according to the series description, with guests ranging from Smokey Robinson to Cedric the Entertainer.

MergeTV’s slate also includes talk show Chatter, dating show Finding My Romeo, hosted by musician and actor Romeo Miller; Preachers Reunion and Preachers Wedding Edition, and cooking show Katching Kierra, hosted by Gospel standout Kierra Sheard-Kelly. Complete descriptions follow below.

“We are thrilled...

Comedian Katt Williams set the internet on fire shortly after appearing on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay. But the interview not only shined a spotlight on Williams, but Sharpe himself.

The hall of famer recently opened up about how much he earned from his Katt Williams interview. And it might have significantly added to his net worth.

How much did Shannon Sharpe make after his Katt Williams interview? Katt Williams | Paras Griffin/Getty Images

Sharpe already accumulated a significant net worth thanks to his sports career and business ventures. According to Celebrity Net Worth, he currently has $14 million. At the peak of his career, Sharpe might’ve been worth even more. It’s noted that he once signed a $16 million deal with the NFL, and made as much as $23 million as a sports star.

After retiring from sports, Sharpe maintained his presence in the media. He provided an extra...

Are you a fan of the Kung Fu Panda film series? Well, then be ready to muster your forces, because Kung Fu Panda 4’s original plan for Angelina Jolie & Jackie Chan’s characters will have you bouncing with grief. Or perhaps swinging from the trees like Monkey and Tigress themselves!

DreamWorks Animation’s latest release debuted in theaters earlier this month (March 8), continuing the adventures of Jack Black’s character, Dragon Warrior Po. With a new city and a deadly new enemy to defeat in order to keep the valley peaceful, Po must find himself in the fourth installment, which is helmed by Mike Mitchell.

Kung Fu Panda 4

However, DreamWorks is under fire from fans for its initial idea regarding Chan and Jolies roles in a dispute over artistic control. Furious Five’s absence was discussed by director Mike Mitchell in a recent interview. During the process, he...