It's hard to imagine anyone besides Alyson Hannigan as the unforgettable sidekick-turned-superpowered Willow Rosenberg in the hit series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," but the casting directors almost went in a completely different direction. Indeed, the role nearly went to another accomplished television actor — Melanie Lynskey, the Emmy-nominated star of the acclaimed Showtime series "Yellowjackets."
The New Zealand actor kicked off her career with a leading role in Peter Jackson's 1994 film "Heavenly Creatures" opposite "Titanic" star Kate Winslet. She had also appeared in Jackson's 1996 horror-comedy "The Frighteners" -- which, like "Heavenly Creatures," was filmed in New Zealand — when she got the opportunity to audition for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
"It was kind of a visa issue, but not really," she told The Hollywood Reporter in 2023. "I also was not sure about doing television at that time. It was very early in my career. I had a very old-school agent who was like,...
The New Zealand actor kicked off her career with a leading role in Peter Jackson's 1994 film "Heavenly Creatures" opposite "Titanic" star Kate Winslet. She had also appeared in Jackson's 1996 horror-comedy "The Frighteners" -- which, like "Heavenly Creatures," was filmed in New Zealand — when she got the opportunity to audition for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
"It was kind of a visa issue, but not really," she told The Hollywood Reporter in 2023. "I also was not sure about doing television at that time. It was very early in my career. I had a very old-school agent who was like,...
- 2/18/2024
- by Shae Sennett
- Slash Film
Taking a positive look at visual impairment, rather than focusing on it as a disability, “Coyote Ugly” star Adam Garcia joins producer and actor Tsu Shan Chambers in the lead roles of “My Eyes,” a drama film now shooting in Melbourne, Australia.
When optometrist Alana discovers her daughter has a rare inherited eye disease, she must look into her past to realize her vision for the future. She discovers that a judo athlete with a visual impairment halfway across the world may hold the answers she seeks. But old truths make the task of saving her daughter’s sight an uncomfortable and marriage-threatening mission.
Joining Garcia and Chanbers in the cast are gold medal Judo champion Eduardo Ávila Sánchez and young newcomer Nia Rush.
The story was inspired by incidents that emerged during Chambers time as an optometry student and while volunteering at the 2000 Paralympic Games.
“[We are] approaching the story and...
When optometrist Alana discovers her daughter has a rare inherited eye disease, she must look into her past to realize her vision for the future. She discovers that a judo athlete with a visual impairment halfway across the world may hold the answers she seeks. But old truths make the task of saving her daughter’s sight an uncomfortable and marriage-threatening mission.
Joining Garcia and Chanbers in the cast are gold medal Judo champion Eduardo Ávila Sánchez and young newcomer Nia Rush.
The story was inspired by incidents that emerged during Chambers time as an optometry student and while volunteering at the 2000 Paralympic Games.
“[We are] approaching the story and...
- 10/18/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Coyote Ugly (2000) is widely regarded as one of the classics of the early 2000s and was seen as a great way to welcome comedy-drama audiences into the new millennium. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by David McNally, Coyote Ugly was far from being critics’ favorite. However, movie audiences thought otherwise, making Coyote Ugly a commercial success. With a production budget of $45 million, it grossed above $113.9 million at the Box Office. Since its release in August 2000, Coyote Ugly has become a cult classic. Beyond its screenplay and visually appealing characters was its amazing cast. Most of...
- 9/9/2023
- by Onyinye Izundu
- TVovermind.com
Melanie Lynskey is opening up about why she initially turned down auditioning for Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
During a recent interview with Shut Up Evan: The Newsletter, conducted before the SAG-AFTRA strike, the actress explained why she didn’t feel like she was ready to make the jump from film to television at the time.
“It was kind of a visa issue, but not really,” she said. “I also was not sure about doing television at that time. It was very early in my career. I had a very old-school agent who was like, ‘TV? That’s for has-beens!’ and I was like, ‘I don’t think it is anymore.’ Certainly, now things have really changed, but I just wasn’t super into it (TV) at the time.”
Before the Sarah Michelle Gellar-led series made its debut in 1997, Lynskey made her acting debut in Peter Jackson’s 1994 film Heavenly Creatures,...
During a recent interview with Shut Up Evan: The Newsletter, conducted before the SAG-AFTRA strike, the actress explained why she didn’t feel like she was ready to make the jump from film to television at the time.
“It was kind of a visa issue, but not really,” she said. “I also was not sure about doing television at that time. It was very early in my career. I had a very old-school agent who was like, ‘TV? That’s for has-beens!’ and I was like, ‘I don’t think it is anymore.’ Certainly, now things have really changed, but I just wasn’t super into it (TV) at the time.”
Before the Sarah Michelle Gellar-led series made its debut in 1997, Lynskey made her acting debut in Peter Jackson’s 1994 film Heavenly Creatures,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A glimpse into the actor’s life in summer 2023: One day you’re nominated for your first Emmy, the next day your union goes on strike.
Young Mazino is living just this reality after a whirlwind week that saw him land a supporting actor Emmy bid for his work in Netflix’s “Beef.” On Monday, he was out on the sidewalk in front of Netflix’s Hollywood headquarters, hoisting a sign in nearly 90-degree heat and making his voice heard. SAG-AFTRA called a strike against Hollywood studios and production entities that began July 13, one day after the 75th annual Emmy Awards nominations were revealed.
“It’s a weird feeling of being Emmy nominated one day and then the next day, there’s a strike going on,” Mazino told Variety. “I think this [the strike] feels better than the nomination because it’s addressing a symptom of a larger problem. I got...
Young Mazino is living just this reality after a whirlwind week that saw him land a supporting actor Emmy bid for his work in Netflix’s “Beef.” On Monday, he was out on the sidewalk in front of Netflix’s Hollywood headquarters, hoisting a sign in nearly 90-degree heat and making his voice heard. SAG-AFTRA called a strike against Hollywood studios and production entities that began July 13, one day after the 75th annual Emmy Awards nominations were revealed.
“It’s a weird feeling of being Emmy nominated one day and then the next day, there’s a strike going on,” Mazino told Variety. “I think this [the strike] feels better than the nomination because it’s addressing a symptom of a larger problem. I got...
- 7/18/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Tubi is offering lots of originals for July, including the thriller “Five Star Murder” on July 28. A concierge and a guest investigate a hotel murder while a storm traps nasty hidden-treasure hunters inside.
Also coming to the streamer, a podcaster investigates his sister’s death in “Deep Web: Murdershow” on July 8. The murder leads him to a site where the highest bidder determines how a victim is killed.
“The Mummy” franchise is available July 1. In the first installment, an adventurer in 1926 Egypt travels to Hamunaptra, the City of the Dead, with a librarian and her older brother. Excited by their discoveries, they accidentally awaken Imhotep, a cursed high priest who was mummified alive. Now, the all-powerful Imhotep must be destroyed before his wrath destroys everything in his path. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz co-star in the action-packed thriller.
Finally, the cult classic “Big Trouble in Little China” stars Kurt Russell...
Also coming to the streamer, a podcaster investigates his sister’s death in “Deep Web: Murdershow” on July 8. The murder leads him to a site where the highest bidder determines how a victim is killed.
“The Mummy” franchise is available July 1. In the first installment, an adventurer in 1926 Egypt travels to Hamunaptra, the City of the Dead, with a librarian and her older brother. Excited by their discoveries, they accidentally awaken Imhotep, a cursed high priest who was mummified alive. Now, the all-powerful Imhotep must be destroyed before his wrath destroys everything in his path. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz co-star in the action-packed thriller.
Finally, the cult classic “Big Trouble in Little China” stars Kurt Russell...
- 6/30/2023
- by Fern Siegel
- The Streamable
Author and journalist Elizabeth Gilbert said Monday she is pulling her next book from the release calendar after facing backlash over its setting in Russia.
Gilbert — the author of the 2006 best-selling memoir Eat, Pray, Love (which was adapted into a popular 2010 film of the same name) — says that the novel The Snow Forest, which was set to be released in February 2024, will not be published as planned after she received criticism from Ukrainians angry about the setting.
“Over the course of this weekend, I have received an enormous, massive outpouring of reactions and responses from my Ukrainian readers, expressing anger, sorrow, disappointment and pain, about the fact that I would choose to release a book into the world right now,” Gilbert said in a video posted to her social media accounts Monday. “I want to say that I have heard these messages and read these messages, and I respect them.
Gilbert — the author of the 2006 best-selling memoir Eat, Pray, Love (which was adapted into a popular 2010 film of the same name) — says that the novel The Snow Forest, which was set to be released in February 2024, will not be published as planned after she received criticism from Ukrainians angry about the setting.
“Over the course of this weekend, I have received an enormous, massive outpouring of reactions and responses from my Ukrainian readers, expressing anger, sorrow, disappointment and pain, about the fact that I would choose to release a book into the world right now,” Gilbert said in a video posted to her social media accounts Monday. “I want to say that I have heard these messages and read these messages, and I respect them.
- 6/12/2023
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
While Steven Yeun and Ali Wong are receiving the lion’s share of the many plaudits Netflix’s “Beef,” Maria Bello merits attention for her standout turn on the limited series. “Beef” follows the after-effects of a road-rage incident that consumes two people — Yeun’s Danny Cho and Wong’s Amy Lau. Danny is a down-on-his-luck contractor trying to piece together a living while literally living out of a motel with his brother (Young Mazino), who he is constantly at odds with. Amy, meanwhile, is a successful business owner trying to navigate the sale of her business to a larger company while stuck with a caring husband (Joseph Lee) who doesn’t seem to understand her.
Bello plays Jordan Forster, a wealthy and uber-successful businesswoman who heads up Forsters, a home improvement store and company. Forster tries to acquire Amy’s plant-selling business Kōyōhaus and dazzles Amy with wealth, opportunity,...
Bello plays Jordan Forster, a wealthy and uber-successful businesswoman who heads up Forsters, a home improvement store and company. Forster tries to acquire Amy’s plant-selling business Kōyōhaus and dazzles Amy with wealth, opportunity,...
- 4/25/2023
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Celebrity relationships are often a point of interest among fans, particularly when the couple in question does everything they can to evade media attention. But every once in a while, a famous couple will open up about their journey, endearing fans to them even more. Such is the case with Melanie Lynskey and Jason Ritter, the latter of whom shared his personal account of their relationship.
Where fans have seen Jason Ritter and Melanie Lynskey before
Ritter and Lynskey have both been balancing careers in film and television for decades. In Ritter’s case, the actor — son of the late John Ritter — has appeared in movies such as Freddy vs. Jason, Frozen II, and The Wicker Man. And on TV, he’s starred in Joan of Arcadia, Gravity Falls, and Parenthood, the latter of which landed him an Emmy Award nomination.
Lynskey, meanwhile, landed significant roles in shows such as Two and a Half Men,...
Where fans have seen Jason Ritter and Melanie Lynskey before
Ritter and Lynskey have both been balancing careers in film and television for decades. In Ritter’s case, the actor — son of the late John Ritter — has appeared in movies such as Freddy vs. Jason, Frozen II, and The Wicker Man. And on TV, he’s starred in Joan of Arcadia, Gravity Falls, and Parenthood, the latter of which landed him an Emmy Award nomination.
Lynskey, meanwhile, landed significant roles in shows such as Two and a Half Men,...
- 4/19/2023
- by Robert Yaniz Jr.
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Netflix series “Beef” is being hailed as one of the best TV shows of 2023 so far, with standout performances in particular from stars Ali Wong and Steven Yeun. This story of how a road rage encounter festers and unites two strangers in a twisted way is packed with fresh talent, with one particular standout performer making his acting debut while being a well-known artist in his own right. Created by Lee Sung Jin, “Beef” vacillates between comedy, drama and thriller, always keeping viewers on their toes.
But if you’re wondering where you know some of the actors from, we’ve got a complete “Beef” cast and character guide to help you keep things straight.
Steven Yeun as Danny
Yeun plays Danny Cho, a temperamental contractor who can’t seem to catch a break. Yeun first came to prominence playing Glenn on “The Walking Dead,” and earned acclaim for...
But if you’re wondering where you know some of the actors from, we’ve got a complete “Beef” cast and character guide to help you keep things straight.
Steven Yeun as Danny
Yeun plays Danny Cho, a temperamental contractor who can’t seem to catch a break. Yeun first came to prominence playing Glenn on “The Walking Dead,” and earned acclaim for...
- 4/9/2023
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
While this year’s Oscars are finally back on a regular schedule, and the 2023 Nominees Luncheon was back at the Beverly Hilton after a hiatus that even predated the pandemic, certain changes still abound.
In her welcome speech, newly-elected President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Janet Yang congratulated the 182 of this year’s nominees in attendance, and said, “I feel it’s important to take this rare opportunity while we’re gathered here together to address some of the Academy’s recent challenges. Last year, as I’m sure you all remember, we experienced an unprecedented event at the Oscars. What happened on stage was unacceptable, and the response from the organization was inadequate.”
Yang continued, “We learned from this that the Academy must be fully transparent and accountable in our actions, and particularly insist on acting quickly, compassionately, and decisively, for ourselves and for our industry,...
In her welcome speech, newly-elected President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Janet Yang congratulated the 182 of this year’s nominees in attendance, and said, “I feel it’s important to take this rare opportunity while we’re gathered here together to address some of the Academy’s recent challenges. Last year, as I’m sure you all remember, we experienced an unprecedented event at the Oscars. What happened on stage was unacceptable, and the response from the organization was inadequate.”
Yang continued, “We learned from this that the Academy must be fully transparent and accountable in our actions, and particularly insist on acting quickly, compassionately, and decisively, for ourselves and for our industry,...
- 2/14/2023
- by Marcus Jones
- Indiewire
Actor, writer and producer Maria Bello has signed for representation with the Agency for the Performing Arts.
Consistently acclaimed in film and TV roles for decades, the signing with APA comes on the heels of Sony’s box office hit “The Woman King,” which Bello co-wrote and produced.
Bello is best known for roles like her breakout in “Coyote Ugly,” as well as buzzy Indies like “A History of Violence,” “The Cooler,” “Prisoners,” “Beautiful Boy,” “Thank You for Smoking” and “In Search of Fellini.” She also anchored the profitable horror film “Lights Out.”
Her television credits include four seasons on the CBS mainstay “NCIS” as well as David E. Kelley’s “Goliath.” She is a Screen Actors Guild award winner for best dramatic ensemble for her work on the NBC hit “ER,” and counts a Golden Globe nomination for “A History of Violence” and Independent Spirit Award nom for “Downloading Nancy.
Consistently acclaimed in film and TV roles for decades, the signing with APA comes on the heels of Sony’s box office hit “The Woman King,” which Bello co-wrote and produced.
Bello is best known for roles like her breakout in “Coyote Ugly,” as well as buzzy Indies like “A History of Violence,” “The Cooler,” “Prisoners,” “Beautiful Boy,” “Thank You for Smoking” and “In Search of Fellini.” She also anchored the profitable horror film “Lights Out.”
Her television credits include four seasons on the CBS mainstay “NCIS” as well as David E. Kelley’s “Goliath.” She is a Screen Actors Guild award winner for best dramatic ensemble for her work on the NBC hit “ER,” and counts a Golden Globe nomination for “A History of Violence” and Independent Spirit Award nom for “Downloading Nancy.
- 1/19/2023
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Piper Perabo Says Coyote Ugly 2 is a No-Go (For Now) — Piper Perabo has declared that a sequel to the 2000 box-office hit, Coyote Ugly, is not happening at the present time. When a bunch of up-and-coming female actresses played bartenders in a Jerry Bruckheimer production from 2000, Coyote Ugly, the result was a definite [...]
Continue reading: Coyote Ugly 2: Piper Perabo Announces that a Sequel to 2000’s Hit Movie Will Not Be Happening in a Traditional Sense...
Continue reading: Coyote Ugly 2: Piper Perabo Announces that a Sequel to 2000’s Hit Movie Will Not Be Happening in a Traditional Sense...
- 1/11/2023
- by Thomas Duffy
- Film-Book
Spoiler Alert: This post contains spoilers for “Yellowstone” Season 5.
“Yellowstone” is filled with characters who have strong convictions, and no character has challenged their worldviews quite like Summer Higgins. Played by Golden Globe-nominated actor Piper Perabo, Summer first arrived as a foil to John Dutton (Kevin Costner) in Season 4, an environmental activist whose frequent protests were an annoyance to the then-livestock commissioner. Yet the pair soon became romantically linked, but their romance was cut short when her activism landed her a stiff prison sentence from an unsympathetic judge. Cut to Season 5, and now-Governor Dutton has granted her clemency. But now she’s stuck on house arrest at the ranch, where she’s been at the heart of much of the recent drama at the Yellowstone.
Perabo, who also starred in series such as “Covert Affairs” and films like “Looper,” “The Prestige” and the cult classic “Coyote Ugly,” spoke with Variety...
“Yellowstone” is filled with characters who have strong convictions, and no character has challenged their worldviews quite like Summer Higgins. Played by Golden Globe-nominated actor Piper Perabo, Summer first arrived as a foil to John Dutton (Kevin Costner) in Season 4, an environmental activist whose frequent protests were an annoyance to the then-livestock commissioner. Yet the pair soon became romantically linked, but their romance was cut short when her activism landed her a stiff prison sentence from an unsympathetic judge. Cut to Season 5, and now-Governor Dutton has granted her clemency. But now she’s stuck on house arrest at the ranch, where she’s been at the heart of much of the recent drama at the Yellowstone.
Perabo, who also starred in series such as “Covert Affairs” and films like “Looper,” “The Prestige” and the cult classic “Coyote Ugly,” spoke with Variety...
- 1/6/2023
- by William Earl
- Variety Film + TV
[This story contains spoilers from Yellowstone‘s season five midseason finale, “A Knife and No Coin.”]
Before Summer Higgins got sentenced to 15 years in prison for civil disobedience and assault on Yellowstone, Piper Perabo had her own experience with a protest arrest.
The actress — who plays the environmental activist turned adviser to Gov. John Dutton (Kevin Costner) on the hit Paramount Network series — was among the more than 200 people who were arrested in 2018 during the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The Covert Affairs and Coyote Ugly star disrupted the Sept. 4, 2018 hearing and was ejected from the courtroom.
“I told [creator Taylor Sheridan] the story, and I didn’t really know what he was going to do with it or where it was going to go,” Perabo tells The Hollywood Reporter. (Later, while already cast on Yellowstone, she also got arrested at a Jane Fonda climate change protest.)
What the prolific TV creator and...
Before Summer Higgins got sentenced to 15 years in prison for civil disobedience and assault on Yellowstone, Piper Perabo had her own experience with a protest arrest.
The actress — who plays the environmental activist turned adviser to Gov. John Dutton (Kevin Costner) on the hit Paramount Network series — was among the more than 200 people who were arrested in 2018 during the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The Covert Affairs and Coyote Ugly star disrupted the Sept. 4, 2018 hearing and was ejected from the courtroom.
“I told [creator Taylor Sheridan] the story, and I didn’t really know what he was going to do with it or where it was going to go,” Perabo tells The Hollywood Reporter. (Later, while already cast on Yellowstone, she also got arrested at a Jane Fonda climate change protest.)
What the prolific TV creator and...
- 1/4/2023
- by Jackie Strause
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Back in 2000, the film Coyote Ugly did for dive bars what Showgirls had done for strip clubs five years earlier: It basically made a mockery of them on the big screen. While both films were critically panned, the combination of pretty faces and leering customers has helped propel both films to new lives as cult classics over the years. Piper Perabo’s first starring role came in Coyote Ugly, as she played one of the dancing bartenders at the namesake bar; when the film was released, she talked about how she and her co-stars were trained as bartenders before the cameras started rolling. (Click on the media bar below to hear Piper Perabo) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Piper_-Perabo_Coyote_Ugly_.mp3 Coyote Ugly is available on DVD, Blu-Ray, and most digital platforms.
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- 1/2/2023
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Brandi Glanville is opening up about an alleged affair her ex-husband, actor Eddie Cibrian, had with actress Piper Perabo on set of their 2005 film “The Cave”. The “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” alum claims the two were “f**king” behind-the-scenes.
“They did a movie together and [my son] Mason was 1-year-old and I went to the set and it was in another country, Romania, I think,” Glanville, 50, recalled in a new interview with Page Six.
“And [Perabo] was a horrible c**t to me,” she added.
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The “Unfiltered” podcast host explained how she became uncomfortable at the sight of her ex and Perabo, given what she knew about the alleged interactions between them.
“She was flirting with Eddie, like, right in front of me,” Glanville claims. “I was like, ‘Am I here? Am I the only person [seeing this]? Like,...
“They did a movie together and [my son] Mason was 1-year-old and I went to the set and it was in another country, Romania, I think,” Glanville, 50, recalled in a new interview with Page Six.
“And [Perabo] was a horrible c**t to me,” she added.
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The “Unfiltered” podcast host explained how she became uncomfortable at the sight of her ex and Perabo, given what she knew about the alleged interactions between them.
“She was flirting with Eddie, like, right in front of me,” Glanville claims. “I was like, ‘Am I here? Am I the only person [seeing this]? Like,...
- 12/20/2022
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
LeAnn Rimes has had to reschedule some of her tour dates due to ill health.
The country crooner explained in an Instagram post how doctors found a bleed on her vocal cord.
Rimes wrote in a handwritten note, “It completely and utterly breaks my heart to have to announce that I will be rescheduling this weekend’s shows.
“While sick with the flu, my doctor discovered a bleed on my vocal cord, caused by the violent cough that came along with being sick.
“I am getting better, but I am unable to talk or sing… doctor’s orders!”
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Rimes went on, “I am devastated to have to do this as there was nothing more that I was looking forward...
The country crooner explained in an Instagram post how doctors found a bleed on her vocal cord.
Rimes wrote in a handwritten note, “It completely and utterly breaks my heart to have to announce that I will be rescheduling this weekend’s shows.
“While sick with the flu, my doctor discovered a bleed on my vocal cord, caused by the violent cough that came along with being sick.
“I am getting better, but I am unable to talk or sing… doctor’s orders!”
Read More: Brandi Glanville Sends Love To Ex Eddie Cibrian And His Wife LeAnn Rimes After Missing Thanksgiving
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Rimes went on, “I am devastated to have to do this as there was nothing more that I was looking forward...
- 12/8/2022
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Cheers actress Kirstie Alley has died following a battle with cancer. On Monday, her children informed fans and family that the actress had died after facing the disease. She was 71.
“We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered,” the statement from True and Lillie Parker read. “She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead.
“We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered,” the statement from True and Lillie Parker read. “She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead.
- 12/6/2022
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
“Top Gun: Maverick” isn’t the only noteworthy new title streaming on Paramount+ in December. While the wait for the Tom Cruise blockbuster’s streaming debut has been long, plenty will be happy to throw on the acclaimed sequel just in time for the holidays when “Maverick” starts streaming on Dec. 22.
But in addition to “Top Gun,” December also brings the premiere of a new “Snow Day” movie and the next Taylor Sheridan show in the “Yellowstone” universe, “1923” starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren.
Check out a full list of what’s new on Paramount+ in December below.
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12/1: Bose
12/6: The Check Up with Dr. David Agus premiere
12/6: Liam Gallagher: Knebworth 22 premiere
12/13: Sampled premiere
12/15: The Game Season 2 premiere
12/16: Snow Day premiere
12/18:...
But in addition to “Top Gun,” December also brings the premiere of a new “Snow Day” movie and the next Taylor Sheridan show in the “Yellowstone” universe, “1923” starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren.
Check out a full list of what’s new on Paramount+ in December below.
Also Read:
How Ryan Tedder Secretly Taped ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ to Write the Hit ‘I Ain’t Worried’ Originals, Exclusives and Premieres
12/1: Bose
12/6: The Check Up with Dr. David Agus premiere
12/6: Liam Gallagher: Knebworth 22 premiere
12/13: Sampled premiere
12/15: The Game Season 2 premiere
12/16: Snow Day premiere
12/18:...
- 12/2/2022
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
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The NYPD identified a body found in the Bronx as Green Book actor Frank Vallelonga Jr., The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
The actor, who was 60, portrayed a relative of Viggo Mortensen’s bouncer Frank “Tony Lip” Vallelonga. In real life, he was the son of the bouncer portrayed in the film.
The police found Vallelonga Jr., unconscious and unresponsive but with no observable trauma, early Monday morning on the ground outside of the address of a sheet-metal factory.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation is ongoing, and the medical examiner will determine the cause of death, but someone has been arrested and charged with concealment of a human corpse.
Vallelonga Jr.’s manager, Melissa Prophet, also confirmed his death to THR.
His other recent credits include crime film The Birthday Cake (2021) that starred Val Kilmer and Ewan McGregor and a 2018 episode of CBS’ The Neighborhood.
The NYPD identified a body found in the Bronx as Green Book actor Frank Vallelonga Jr., The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
The actor, who was 60, portrayed a relative of Viggo Mortensen’s bouncer Frank “Tony Lip” Vallelonga. In real life, he was the son of the bouncer portrayed in the film.
The police found Vallelonga Jr., unconscious and unresponsive but with no observable trauma, early Monday morning on the ground outside of the address of a sheet-metal factory.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation is ongoing, and the medical examiner will determine the cause of death, but someone has been arrested and charged with concealment of a human corpse.
Vallelonga Jr.’s manager, Melissa Prophet, also confirmed his death to THR.
His other recent credits include crime film The Birthday Cake (2021) that starred Val Kilmer and Ewan McGregor and a 2018 episode of CBS’ The Neighborhood.
- 12/1/2022
- by Abbey White and Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Scott Gardenhour (13 Hours) is set to produce Ponzi: Pure and True alongside Flag On The Play Productions and producers Dominic Zamprogna and Travis Schneider. The upcoming film adapts the Charles Ponzi biography Ponzi: The Incredible True Story of the King of Financial Cons by Donald Dunn.
Ponzi was, of course, the Italian swindler notorious for his “Ponzi scheme,” used to cheat would-be investors across North America out of tens of millions of dollars, beginning in the 1920s. The film on the con artist has been written by Richard Kahan. Producers’ search for a director for the project is now underway.
“Before Madoff, before any other big-time hustler, there was Charles Ponzi,” said Gardenhour in a statement. “It’s time to meet the swindler’s swindler, the man who invented The Ponzi Scheme. And with an incredible script by Richard Kahan, the true story is crazier and much stranger than fiction.
Ponzi was, of course, the Italian swindler notorious for his “Ponzi scheme,” used to cheat would-be investors across North America out of tens of millions of dollars, beginning in the 1920s. The film on the con artist has been written by Richard Kahan. Producers’ search for a director for the project is now underway.
“Before Madoff, before any other big-time hustler, there was Charles Ponzi,” said Gardenhour in a statement. “It’s time to meet the swindler’s swindler, the man who invented The Ponzi Scheme. And with an incredible script by Richard Kahan, the true story is crazier and much stranger than fiction.
- 11/29/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Nearly one month after Kelsea Ballerini revealed that she and husband Morgan Evans have called it quits, the recently-single country singer switched up the lyrics on a few of her songs to reflect the divorce.
On Saturday evening, while performing “What I Have” in New York City, Ballerini, 29, changed the lyrics “I got a warm body in bed” to “I got my own body in bed,” to which the crowd immediately applauded.
The country star also altered her track “Get Over Yourself”. Instead of singing “I’m the crazy ex that wrecked your life,” she belted out, “I’m the crazy b***h that wrecked your life.” She then went on to change the words in her song “Miss Me More”.
Read More: Kelsea Ballerini Moved To Farmhouse To ‘Reconnect’ With Herself: ‘I Grew Up On A Big Piece Of Land’
Ballerini concluded the show with “Doin’ My Best”, which...
On Saturday evening, while performing “What I Have” in New York City, Ballerini, 29, changed the lyrics “I got a warm body in bed” to “I got my own body in bed,” to which the crowd immediately applauded.
The country star also altered her track “Get Over Yourself”. Instead of singing “I’m the crazy ex that wrecked your life,” she belted out, “I’m the crazy b***h that wrecked your life.” She then went on to change the words in her song “Miss Me More”.
Read More: Kelsea Ballerini Moved To Farmhouse To ‘Reconnect’ With Herself: ‘I Grew Up On A Big Piece Of Land’
Ballerini concluded the show with “Doin’ My Best”, which...
- 9/25/2022
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
When LeAnn Rimes says “I’m not one for small talk”, she means it. On the phone to the singer at her home in Los Angeles, it quickly becomes clear that this is someone who, unlike other polished pop stars, favours big issues over hollow platitudes. For the past couple of years, the singer, actor and all-round megastar has also done what many other pop stars have done: start a podcast. But hers goes deeper than most.
In Wholly Human, Rimes digs into the human psyche and, more often than not, her emotional wounds. “Every episode is a form of therapy,” she laughs, suggesting that the concept of sharing her innermost thoughts with strangers might not be as heavy-going as it sounds.
“I’m a very curious person,” she adds. “I just wanted to have a space where I could connect with people and learn alongside them on a human level.
In Wholly Human, Rimes digs into the human psyche and, more often than not, her emotional wounds. “Every episode is a form of therapy,” she laughs, suggesting that the concept of sharing her innermost thoughts with strangers might not be as heavy-going as it sounds.
“I’m a very curious person,” she adds. “I just wanted to have a space where I could connect with people and learn alongside them on a human level.
- 9/16/2022
- by Leonie Cooper
- The Independent - Music
LeAnn Rimes smiles close up. Pic credit: ©ImageCollect.com/StarMaxWorldwide
LeAnn Rimes is 40 and fabulous.
The singer today made sure her Instagram followers knew it was her birthday, taking to social media with a series of photos and videos and including well wishes from her nearest and dearest.
Posting on Sunday and via her Instagram stories, she shared a video from a bestie, one celebrating good times and coming as a throwback.
The Can’t Fight the Moonlight hitmaker and a female pal appeared in boomerang mode – seemingly, also in party mode.
Footage showed LeAnn shaking her stuff while in a sheer white swimsuit on powder-fine sands, also backed by distant greenery – the Grammy winner was bopping around with her gal pal, who wore a white bikini.
With her hair down and blowing in the wind, LeAnn showed off her sensational figure in her partially-embellished one-piece, wearing shades and going barefoot.
LeAnn Rimes is 40 and fabulous.
The singer today made sure her Instagram followers knew it was her birthday, taking to social media with a series of photos and videos and including well wishes from her nearest and dearest.
Posting on Sunday and via her Instagram stories, she shared a video from a bestie, one celebrating good times and coming as a throwback.
The Can’t Fight the Moonlight hitmaker and a female pal appeared in boomerang mode – seemingly, also in party mode.
Footage showed LeAnn shaking her stuff while in a sheer white swimsuit on powder-fine sands, also backed by distant greenery – the Grammy winner was bopping around with her gal pal, who wore a white bikini.
With her hair down and blowing in the wind, LeAnn showed off her sensational figure in her partially-embellished one-piece, wearing shades and going barefoot.
- 8/28/2022
- by Angela Perry
- Monsters and Critics
LeAnn Rimes is reliving the glory days.
On Friday, the 39-year-old singer recreated “Coyote Ugly” in a set of TikTok videos with Ava Max, promoting Max’s upcoming single “Million Dollar Baby”.
Read More: LeAnn Rimes Teams With Mickey Guyton, Sheila E. Por Powerful New Ballad: ‘It’s A Battle Cry To Unite Women’
In the first video, Rimes and Max are seen dancing on a table, much like the film, which starred Piper Perabo, Maria Bello and more.
@avamax
She’s a miracle @LeAnn Rimes Cibrian
♬ Million Dollar Baby – Ava Max
Max’s song interpolates Rimes’ 2000 track “Can’t Fight the Moonlight”, which was featured on the “Coyote Ugly” soundtrack.
In a second video, Max and Rimes sing along with “Can’t Fight the Moonlight”.
@avamax
my Coyote dream came true!! @leannrimes
♬ Can’t Fight The Moonlight – LeAnn Rimes
Read More: LeAnn Rimes Opens Up On Seeking Treatment For...
On Friday, the 39-year-old singer recreated “Coyote Ugly” in a set of TikTok videos with Ava Max, promoting Max’s upcoming single “Million Dollar Baby”.
Read More: LeAnn Rimes Teams With Mickey Guyton, Sheila E. Por Powerful New Ballad: ‘It’s A Battle Cry To Unite Women’
In the first video, Rimes and Max are seen dancing on a table, much like the film, which starred Piper Perabo, Maria Bello and more.
@avamax
She’s a miracle @LeAnn Rimes Cibrian
♬ Million Dollar Baby – Ava Max
Max’s song interpolates Rimes’ 2000 track “Can’t Fight the Moonlight”, which was featured on the “Coyote Ugly” soundtrack.
In a second video, Max and Rimes sing along with “Can’t Fight the Moonlight”.
@avamax
my Coyote dream came true!! @leannrimes
♬ Can’t Fight The Moonlight – LeAnn Rimes
Read More: LeAnn Rimes Opens Up On Seeking Treatment For...
- 8/26/2022
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
LeAnn Rimes smiles close up. Pic credit: ©ImageCollect.com/Admedia
LeAnn Rimes is stunning as she goes both sheer and braless while staying classy.
Delivering big news today, the 39-year-old singer stunned fans as she updated her Instagram, posting with more updates centering around her new album and delivering the news in a snazzy look.
LeAnn’s album, set for release on September 16, was the focal point of her share that showed her all smiles in a studio setting.
Showing off her trim figure and curves in a skintight tank top worn braless, the blonde posed open-mouthed and with her locks down as she added in a sheer and mesh outer layer.
Together, the two tops flattered LeAnn’s frame as she showed that she’s keeping in shape ahead of turning 40.
In a caption, the Can’t Fight the Moonlight hitmaker opened, “Tfw your new album is out in One Month today.
LeAnn Rimes is stunning as she goes both sheer and braless while staying classy.
Delivering big news today, the 39-year-old singer stunned fans as she updated her Instagram, posting with more updates centering around her new album and delivering the news in a snazzy look.
LeAnn’s album, set for release on September 16, was the focal point of her share that showed her all smiles in a studio setting.
Showing off her trim figure and curves in a skintight tank top worn braless, the blonde posed open-mouthed and with her locks down as she added in a sheer and mesh outer layer.
Together, the two tops flattered LeAnn’s frame as she showed that she’s keeping in shape ahead of turning 40.
In a caption, the Can’t Fight the Moonlight hitmaker opened, “Tfw your new album is out in One Month today.
- 8/16/2022
- by Angela Perry
- Monsters and Critics
Starz has unveiled the trailer for the upcoming historical drama “The Serpent Queen” starring Samantha Morton as Catherine de Medici. The wicked new drama series will premiere on Sunday, September 11th.
A historical drama with an edge, “The Serpent Queen” puts a contemporary spin on conventional storytelling to tell the tale of Catherine de Medici’s (Morton) rise to power. In the series premiere, “Medici Bitch,” Catherine’s tale unfolds through flashbacks as she defends her actions and imparts the lessons she’s learned to her new servant confident, Rahima. At 14, the young, orphaned Catherine marries into the 16th-century French court. Despite her commoner status, her uncle Pope Clement, has negotiated a large dowry and a geopolitical alliance in return for the union, and with it comes the expectation of many heirs. However, on her wedding night, Catherine learns that her new husband is in love with Diane de Poitiers,...
A historical drama with an edge, “The Serpent Queen” puts a contemporary spin on conventional storytelling to tell the tale of Catherine de Medici’s (Morton) rise to power. In the series premiere, “Medici Bitch,” Catherine’s tale unfolds through flashbacks as she defends her actions and imparts the lessons she’s learned to her new servant confident, Rahima. At 14, the young, orphaned Catherine marries into the 16th-century French court. Despite her commoner status, her uncle Pope Clement, has negotiated a large dowry and a geopolitical alliance in return for the union, and with it comes the expectation of many heirs. However, on her wedding night, Catherine learns that her new husband is in love with Diane de Poitiers,...
- 7/28/2022
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
Exclusive: CatchLight Studios today announced the launch of Nuts & Bolts, a new division specializing in production services, to be overseen by Executive Vice President of Production, Yolanda T. Cochran. The mission of Nuts & Bolts will be to service worldwide production, from basic production service and compliance requirements, up to full third-party production services and EP/producer oversight.
Cochran took on the role of SVP Live Action Production at ViacomCBS’ Kids & Family in the early days of the Covid pandemic, there overseeing scripted and unscripted series and specials for Nickelodeon & AwesomenessTV. Notable projects included Paramount+’s iCarly reboot, Nickelodeon’s Nick News revival and the launch of new series That Girl Lay Lay and NFL Slimetime.
The veteran executive previously served as VP Production at Walt Disney Television’s Freeform studio and network, overseeing such series as Good Trouble, The Bold Type, Siren and Motherland: Fort Salem, among others. She,...
Cochran took on the role of SVP Live Action Production at ViacomCBS’ Kids & Family in the early days of the Covid pandemic, there overseeing scripted and unscripted series and specials for Nickelodeon & AwesomenessTV. Notable projects included Paramount+’s iCarly reboot, Nickelodeon’s Nick News revival and the launch of new series That Girl Lay Lay and NFL Slimetime.
The veteran executive previously served as VP Production at Walt Disney Television’s Freeform studio and network, overseeing such series as Good Trouble, The Bold Type, Siren and Motherland: Fort Salem, among others. She,...
- 7/13/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tyra Banks (America’s Next Top Model) has signed on for a role in Treehouse Pictures’ remake of Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead, which is heading into production in Los Angeles in July.
The original 1991 film, from director Stephen Herek, follows Sue Ellen “Swell” Crandell (Christina Applegate), a 17-year-old forced to take care of her four younger siblings after the babysitter hired by her mother dies while mom’s out of town. While the Warner Bros comedy also starring Joanna Cassidy, Keith Coogan, John Getz and Josh Charles didn’t land as a major hit, either critically or commercially, it has fostered a cult following in the decades since.
Treehouse’s remake is billed as a present-day retelling centered on a Black family. Banks will play Cassidy’s character Rose, a fashion executive at General Apparel West, who takes a chance on Swell by hiring her as an executive assistant.
The original 1991 film, from director Stephen Herek, follows Sue Ellen “Swell” Crandell (Christina Applegate), a 17-year-old forced to take care of her four younger siblings after the babysitter hired by her mother dies while mom’s out of town. While the Warner Bros comedy also starring Joanna Cassidy, Keith Coogan, John Getz and Josh Charles didn’t land as a major hit, either critically or commercially, it has fostered a cult following in the decades since.
Treehouse’s remake is billed as a present-day retelling centered on a Black family. Banks will play Cassidy’s character Rose, a fashion executive at General Apparel West, who takes a chance on Swell by hiring her as an executive assistant.
- 4/25/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
When you’re a streaming service, there’s only one way to celebrate the New Year. And that’s by IP mining to bring back a franchise that had no business in coming back!
With its list of new releases for January 2022, Hulu is raiding CBS’s closet and premiering How I Met Your Father, a continuation of the sitcom How I Met Your Mother. Complaints about unnecessary rebooting aside, perhaps its worth giving the Hillary Duff starring series a chance. If nothing else, telling a story about 2022 from a future perspective might play well.
Aside from Himyf, there aren’t any other Hulu original series to speak of. Instead, Hulu is opting to once again beef up its film library. January 1 sees the arrival of Master and Commander, Seven, and a whole bunch of Star Treks. Hulu will also be the streaming home of some recently released film Indies,...
With its list of new releases for January 2022, Hulu is raiding CBS’s closet and premiering How I Met Your Father, a continuation of the sitcom How I Met Your Mother. Complaints about unnecessary rebooting aside, perhaps its worth giving the Hillary Duff starring series a chance. If nothing else, telling a story about 2022 from a future perspective might play well.
Aside from Himyf, there aren’t any other Hulu original series to speak of. Instead, Hulu is opting to once again beef up its film library. January 1 sees the arrival of Master and Commander, Seven, and a whole bunch of Star Treks. Hulu will also be the streaming home of some recently released film Indies,...
- 1/1/2022
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Rock 'n' roll has come to Riverdale. In an exclusive clip from the Aug. 25 episode of the CW series, the ladies of Riverdale—including Betty (Lili Reinhart), Veronica (Camila Mendes), Cheryl (Madelaine Petsch) and Tabitha (Erinn Westbrook)—climb onto a bar top to perform Poison's 1988 hit "Nothin' But a Good Time." The scene may seem familiar to millennial fans of Riverdale, as it's clearly inspired by the 2000 cult classic Coyote Ugly. For starters, the leather-clad outfits worn by Betty, Veronica, Cheryl and Tabitha are nearly identical to the ones worn by Piper Perabo, Tyra Banks and their co-stars in the film. Not to mention, this whole singing and dancing on...
- 8/25/2021
- E! Online
It’s summer, everyone! And with its relatively sparse list of new releases for July 2021, Hulu seems to be subtlety imploring its subscribers to go outside.
Don’t get us wrong: Hulu’s library offerings get a big upgrade this month. July 1 sees the arrival of great films like Galaxy Quest, Fargo, and Caddyshack. Bill and Ted Face the Music premieres on July 2 and its followed by Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar on July 9. Not bad stuff! It’s just that, outside of the library titles, there isn’t much to go off of.
Hulu’s only major original release this month is the FX on Hulu production American Horror Stories on July 15. As its name implies, the show is a spinoff of American Horror Story and will feature self-contained horror episodes rather than a season-long arc. If you’ll allow this geriatric millennial to deploy one truly ancient meme: “Yo dawg,...
Don’t get us wrong: Hulu’s library offerings get a big upgrade this month. July 1 sees the arrival of great films like Galaxy Quest, Fargo, and Caddyshack. Bill and Ted Face the Music premieres on July 2 and its followed by Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar on July 9. Not bad stuff! It’s just that, outside of the library titles, there isn’t much to go off of.
Hulu’s only major original release this month is the FX on Hulu production American Horror Stories on July 15. As its name implies, the show is a spinoff of American Horror Story and will feature self-contained horror episodes rather than a season-long arc. If you’ll allow this geriatric millennial to deploy one truly ancient meme: “Yo dawg,...
- 7/1/2021
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Fox has announced its 2021-22 schedule, and it includes a string of new shows.
We already know the network's plans for next season, and now we have some trailers to get an early look at some of the new shows.
We have two dramas and two comedies for you to check out!
The Big Leap
The Big Leap is a modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams, and taking back what’s yours.
From creator/executive producer Liz Heldens, director/executive producer Jason Winer (Modern Family), and executive producer Sue Naegle (The Plot Against America), the show revolves around a group of diverse, down-on-their-luck characters attempting to change their lives by participating in a potentially life-ruining reality dance show that builds to a live production of Swan Lake.
Inspired by a U.K. reality format, The Big Leap is an innovative show-within-a-show that takes viewers on a journey of...
We already know the network's plans for next season, and now we have some trailers to get an early look at some of the new shows.
We have two dramas and two comedies for you to check out!
The Big Leap
The Big Leap is a modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams, and taking back what’s yours.
From creator/executive producer Liz Heldens, director/executive producer Jason Winer (Modern Family), and executive producer Sue Naegle (The Plot Against America), the show revolves around a group of diverse, down-on-their-luck characters attempting to change their lives by participating in a potentially life-ruining reality dance show that builds to a live production of Swan Lake.
Inspired by a U.K. reality format, The Big Leap is an innovative show-within-a-show that takes viewers on a journey of...
- 5/17/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Fox has shared trailers for its new comedies and dramas for the 2021-22 TV season, including the Scott Foley-led “The Big Leap” and Paul Feig’s “Welcome to Flatch.”
The trailers were unveiled at the network’s annual upfront presentation to advertisers on Monday, alongside information about returning favorites “9-1-1,” “The Masked Singer” and “The Resident.”
The new shows teased Monday also include the long-gestating mob drama “The Cleaning Lady” and the ensemble comedy “Pivoting,” starring Eliza Coupe, Maggie Q and Ginnifer Goodwin. The network has not yet shared trailers for its other new shows, including “Alter Ego,” Gordon Ramsey’s “Next Level Chef,” Lee Daniels’ “Our Kind of People” and the “Fantasy Island” reboot starring Roselyn Sanchez.
“The Big Leap”
The Big Leap is a modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams and taking back what’s yours. From creator/executive producer Liz Heldens, director/executive producer...
The trailers were unveiled at the network’s annual upfront presentation to advertisers on Monday, alongside information about returning favorites “9-1-1,” “The Masked Singer” and “The Resident.”
The new shows teased Monday also include the long-gestating mob drama “The Cleaning Lady” and the ensemble comedy “Pivoting,” starring Eliza Coupe, Maggie Q and Ginnifer Goodwin. The network has not yet shared trailers for its other new shows, including “Alter Ego,” Gordon Ramsey’s “Next Level Chef,” Lee Daniels’ “Our Kind of People” and the “Fantasy Island” reboot starring Roselyn Sanchez.
“The Big Leap”
The Big Leap is a modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams and taking back what’s yours. From creator/executive producer Liz Heldens, director/executive producer...
- 5/17/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Fox announced its fall schedule Monday, revealing that “9-1-1” universe fans will no longer be enjoying the shows back to back in the first half of the 2021-22 season, as spinoff “9-1-1: Lone Star” has been pushed to midseason.
Mondays this fall will still be anchored by “9-1-1” at 8 p.m., but will lead into the new Scott Foley-led drama “The Big Leap” in the 9 o’clock slot. However, that freshman series will wrap by midseason, when “Lone Star” will take over the “9-1-1” slot. Then the “9-1-1” series will be reunited, airing back to back once more, come March.
Fox’s Tuesdays are also seeing a change in pairings, following the recent cancellation of “Prodigal Son.” The now-renewed “The Resident” will keep its 8 o’clock hour, with the first season of Lee Daniels’ drama “Our Kind of People” closing primetime from 9-10.
Wednesday is still all about music fun,...
Mondays this fall will still be anchored by “9-1-1” at 8 p.m., but will lead into the new Scott Foley-led drama “The Big Leap” in the 9 o’clock slot. However, that freshman series will wrap by midseason, when “Lone Star” will take over the “9-1-1” slot. Then the “9-1-1” series will be reunited, airing back to back once more, come March.
Fox’s Tuesdays are also seeing a change in pairings, following the recent cancellation of “Prodigal Son.” The now-renewed “The Resident” will keep its 8 o’clock hour, with the first season of Lee Daniels’ drama “Our Kind of People” closing primetime from 9-10.
Wednesday is still all about music fun,...
- 5/17/2021
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Izabella Miko is the type of person who was born to entertain. Her passion for the arts became clear at an early age and it was equally as clear that she had a very special talent. Since landing her first major role in the 2000 film Coyote Ugly, Izabella has continued to work her way up to bigger opportunities. These days, she has over 50 acting credits to her name and has appeared in popular TV shows such as Chicago Fire, Deadwood, and NCIS: Los Angeles. No matter what kind of role she’s playing Izabella always brings her a-game and
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Izabella Miko...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Izabella Miko...
- 1/3/2021
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
Longtime stunt coordinator Jery Hewitt, known for his work on the Coen Brothers’ films, including “The Big Lebowski” and the Academy Award-winning “No Country for Old Men,” along with Wolf Entertainment shows such as “Law & Order,” died Saturday, his family confirmed. He was 71.
Over the past 30 years, Hewitt worked on more than 300 episodes of Dick Wolf programming, including “Law & Order,” “New York Undercover” and “Law & Order: Svu.” Known as one of New York’s most prominent stunt coordinators and performers, he was working on the 22nd season of “Law & Order: Svu” prior to his death earlier this month.
Hewitt worked on 14 of the Coen Brothers’ films, with his efforts bringing iconic moments to life, such as teaching actor Tex Cobb how to ride a motorcycle in 1987’s “Raising Arizona” to sending his wife and collaborator for the past 25 years, Jennifer Lamb, hurtling into a snake pit...
Over the past 30 years, Hewitt worked on more than 300 episodes of Dick Wolf programming, including “Law & Order,” “New York Undercover” and “Law & Order: Svu.” Known as one of New York’s most prominent stunt coordinators and performers, he was working on the 22nd season of “Law & Order: Svu” prior to his death earlier this month.
Hewitt worked on 14 of the Coen Brothers’ films, with his efforts bringing iconic moments to life, such as teaching actor Tex Cobb how to ride a motorcycle in 1987’s “Raising Arizona” to sending his wife and collaborator for the past 25 years, Jennifer Lamb, hurtling into a snake pit...
- 11/25/2020
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Variety Film + TV
Jery Hewitt, a legendary stunt coordinator who worked on 14 of the Coen brothers’ films, including The Big Lebowski and Best Picture winner No Country for Old Men, and dozens of other films and TV shows including Dick Wolf’s Law & Order franchise, has died. He was 71.
Hewitt’s wife, stuntwoman Jennifer Lamb, who worked with him on the Wolf shows, was at his side when he died suddenly on November 21.
Along with other Coen brothers’ pics including O Brother, Where Art Thou? and Raising Arizona, Hewitt also was the stunt coordinator on more than 300 episodes of Wolf Entertainment programming, including every episode of the original Law & Order and 22 seasons of Law & Order Svu, on which he was working earlier this month. Wolf Entertainment said of his death that “has lost a member of the family.”
Graduating from the State University of New York at Farmingdale, Hewitt had...
Hewitt’s wife, stuntwoman Jennifer Lamb, who worked with him on the Wolf shows, was at his side when he died suddenly on November 21.
Along with other Coen brothers’ pics including O Brother, Where Art Thou? and Raising Arizona, Hewitt also was the stunt coordinator on more than 300 episodes of Wolf Entertainment programming, including every episode of the original Law & Order and 22 seasons of Law & Order Svu, on which he was working earlier this month. Wolf Entertainment said of his death that “has lost a member of the family.”
Graduating from the State University of New York at Farmingdale, Hewitt had...
- 11/24/2020
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
Coyote Ugly celebrated twenty years back in August and with its anniversary, came talks about a sequel to the hit 2000 film. Tyra Banks, who played Zoe in the film, seemed to be spearheading getting a sequel made but a lot of it was just tossing ideas around with the primary cast. Well, as it turns out, Banks has had several more meetings about the future of Coyote Ugly and it seems like…...
- 10/29/2020
- by Gaius Bolling
- JoBlo.com
Even though bars are closed in many cities, Halsey and Kelsea Ballerini let us relive our best nights of bar-hopping with their performance at the 2020 CMT Music Awards. The singers did not hold back, wowing with a racy rendition of their song "The Other Girl" on Wednesday, Oct. 21. They performed on a bar set with red lights and stunned in matching leather outfits. The red-hot show paid tribute to the 2000 dance film Coyote Ugly, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Kelsea wrote on Instagram, "living out coyote ugly dreams tonight with my girl." Kelsea and Halsey were feeling rowdy, with Halsey recreating some of the...
- 10/22/2020
- E! Online
The year 2020 has seen lots of changes, and Dancing With the Stars Season 29 has not been immune.
Longtime favorite hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews are gone, replaced by Tyra Banks of America’s Next Top Model fame.
Judge Len Goodman is out, stuck in the UK thanks to quarantine rules, and dancer Derek Hough has taken his seat.
Even the live audience has disappeared, making us wonder who decides which comments get the virtual boos or cheers.
TV Fanatics Christine and Kerr dive into this new, quarantine inspired season and try to decide what’s working, what’s not, and who should take home the mirrorball.
First up, Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews are out. Tyra Banks is in.
Christine: I really miss Tom! He was such a professional and made every word seem like effortless conversation. I know Tyra is still finding her way, but I never realized...
Longtime favorite hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews are gone, replaced by Tyra Banks of America’s Next Top Model fame.
Judge Len Goodman is out, stuck in the UK thanks to quarantine rules, and dancer Derek Hough has taken his seat.
Even the live audience has disappeared, making us wonder who decides which comments get the virtual boos or cheers.
TV Fanatics Christine and Kerr dive into this new, quarantine inspired season and try to decide what’s working, what’s not, and who should take home the mirrorball.
First up, Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews are out. Tyra Banks is in.
Christine: I really miss Tom! He was such a professional and made every word seem like effortless conversation. I know Tyra is still finding her way, but I never realized...
- 10/15/2020
- by Christine Orlando
- TVfanatic
Twenty years after the original, fans might be getting a Coyote Ugly sequel. Tyra Banks, who starred as Zoe in the New York-set film from 2000, revealed that she's been in talks for a Coyote Ugly 2 film or a full-on TV series reboot. Banks shared the news on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Wednesday, Oct. 7, saying, "I literally was supposed to be on a conference call today about bringing Coyote Ugly back." The Dancing With the Stars host and executive producer explained that she's planning to chat with actress Maria Bello, who portrayed Lil, about the details. "We were supposed to be on a call today, and I'm talking to you and I can't talk to them,"...
- 10/7/2020
- E! Online
Zombie horror has always adhered to certain tropes, but here’s why these tropes are going to have to change.
“At the core of every book, video game, television series, or movie involving a zombie apocalypse is an idea about humanity’s drive to consume, or how easy it would be for civilizations to crumble in the midst of an unforeseen disaster. Like, for instance, the sudden spread of a deadly virus that swept its way across the entire globe within a matter of weeks.”
Read more at Gizmodo.
Andrew Lincoln, star of The Walking Dead, still has not watched The Walking Dead.
“If you want to talk about more recent episodes of The Walking Dead with Andrew Lincoln, you might be out of luck. The star, who brought Rick Grimes to life for 9 seasons, hasn’t watched himself as Rick Grimes—famously so—and it seems that he’s still not watching,...
“At the core of every book, video game, television series, or movie involving a zombie apocalypse is an idea about humanity’s drive to consume, or how easy it would be for civilizations to crumble in the midst of an unforeseen disaster. Like, for instance, the sudden spread of a deadly virus that swept its way across the entire globe within a matter of weeks.”
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Andrew Lincoln, star of The Walking Dead, still has not watched The Walking Dead.
“If you want to talk about more recent episodes of The Walking Dead with Andrew Lincoln, you might be out of luck. The star, who brought Rick Grimes to life for 9 seasons, hasn’t watched himself as Rick Grimes—famously so—and it seems that he’s still not watching,...
- 8/5/2020
- by Ivan Huang
- Den of Geek
A 27-year-old Tyra Banks was elated when she landed the role of Zoe, the no-nonsense bartender in “Coyote Ugly.” Although there weren’t high expectations for the movie, which starred a cast of mostly unknowns who play rowdy dancers at a seedy bar, the movie became a sleeper summer hit for Touchstone Pictures, grossing $60 million domestically on a $45 million budget. The female-led cast — including Piper Perabo — were featured on billboards and posters and the soundtrack went multi-platinum, with the help of LeAnn Rimes and songwriter Diane Warren.
Now, Banks tells Variety that she’s been lobbying for years for a sequel. “I’ve had a passion to do a sequel to ‘Coyote Ugly’ for some time now. I’ve even reached out to [producer] Jerry Bruckheimer and the team and the original writer and they’ve had some jam sessions on what it could possibly be,” Banks says. “I feel like...
Now, Banks tells Variety that she’s been lobbying for years for a sequel. “I’ve had a passion to do a sequel to ‘Coyote Ugly’ for some time now. I’ve even reached out to [producer] Jerry Bruckheimer and the team and the original writer and they’ve had some jam sessions on what it could possibly be,” Banks says. “I feel like...
- 8/4/2020
- by Mackenzie Nichols
- Variety Film + TV
ViacomCBS has brought on former Freeform executive Yolanda T. Cochran as Senior Vice President, Live-Action Long-Form Production, ViacomCBS Kids & Family. In her new role, Cochran will be responsible for managing all aspects of live-action physical production for the Nickelodeon brands – Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., TeenNick and Nicktoons – and for Gen Z-focused brand Awesomeness. Based in Hollywood, Cochran will report to Megan Ring, Executive Vice President of Production, ViacomCBS.
“Yolanda is a talented producer and creative executive known for bringing bold, original stories and important voices to the screen,” said Ring. “Her considerable expertise in production will only strengthen our ability to make content that truly resonates with young audiences and families. I’m also excited to welcome Yolanda for her incredible advocacy in addressing gender and race inequality in entertainment – leadership that will help reinforce our own commitment to greater diversity and inclusion.”
Cochran most recently served as Vice President of Production,...
“Yolanda is a talented producer and creative executive known for bringing bold, original stories and important voices to the screen,” said Ring. “Her considerable expertise in production will only strengthen our ability to make content that truly resonates with young audiences and families. I’m also excited to welcome Yolanda for her incredible advocacy in addressing gender and race inequality in entertainment – leadership that will help reinforce our own commitment to greater diversity and inclusion.”
Cochran most recently served as Vice President of Production,...
- 6/22/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
We have some great mid-week news: Tonight and all this week, there is a fresh line-up of Movies We Love to watch on E! Whether you are looking to relax during your work week or unplug for a few hours, we have you covered with a mix of light-hearted films and nostalgic throwbacks that are the perfect way to spend your night. Tonight, kick back with the spunky Coyote Ugly and then keep that girl power going in to tomorrow, where Jennifer Lopez's action-thriller Enough will get your heart pounding. If you're in need of a laugh, then this Friday you can watch the hilarious Couples Retreat that is sure to make you smile. Plus, this weekend, you can catch the entire original Jurassic Park...
- 6/17/2020
- E! Online
It's a brand new week, which means we've got a fresh batch of E!'s Movies We Love to catch while you are working from home. Whether you just want a pick-me-up at the beginning of the week or want to live-watch a movie with your bestie over Zoom, this week's movies are the perfect choices to sit back and relax. Tonight, indulge in the witty comedy Easy A starring Emma Stone, Amanda Bynes and Penn Badgley. Then, this weekend, hold your own stay-at-home movie marathon with a mix of romcoms and fantasy films like Sweet Home Alabama, It's Complicated, Coyote Ugly and the final two Harry Potter films. Check out the full schedule of Movies We Love coming to you...
- 5/25/2020
- E! Online
It's finally the weekend, which means we've got a fresh batch of E!'s Movies We Love to catch this week while you are snuggled up on the couch social distancing. After a long week, there's nothing better than a great film to lift your mood, and this weekend's selections are no exception. Tonight, indulge in a classic romcom with It's Complicated, starring Meryl Streep and Alec Baldwin playing the former married couple turned friends-with-benefits. Then tomorrow, lift up your energy with the girl-power films Easy A and Coyote Ugly. Finally, on Sunday, grab your tissues because we've got back-to-back romance films that are perfect for that cathartic cry with...
- 5/15/2020
- E! Online
The Writers Guild of America, East announced that actor, comedian and host John Fugelsang will host the 2020 Writers Guild Awards' New York ceremony.
The 72nd annual WGA Awards are set to take place Feb. 1 with simultaneous ceremonies at New York's Edison Ballroom and Los Angeles' Beverly Hilton.
Fugelsang's credits include CSI, America's Funniest Home Videos, Coyote Ugly, Becker and The Girl on the Train.
Presenters at the New York ceremony include Kevin Bacon, Samantha Bee, Tony Gilroy, Sam Heughan, Sunny Hostin, Dominique Jackson, Natasha Lyonne, Sienna Miller, Tim Blake Nelson, Amy Poehler, Amber Ruffin and Ramy Youssef....
The 72nd annual WGA Awards are set to take place Feb. 1 with simultaneous ceremonies at New York's Edison Ballroom and Los Angeles' Beverly Hilton.
Fugelsang's credits include CSI, America's Funniest Home Videos, Coyote Ugly, Becker and The Girl on the Train.
Presenters at the New York ceremony include Kevin Bacon, Samantha Bee, Tony Gilroy, Sam Heughan, Sunny Hostin, Dominique Jackson, Natasha Lyonne, Sienna Miller, Tim Blake Nelson, Amy Poehler, Amber Ruffin and Ramy Youssef....
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