Top NFL Executive Says Move To 18-Game Schedule Is “Probably Inevitable”

A keyNFLexecutive says moving from a 17-game schedule to an 18-game schedule is probably inevitable. Im on the competition committee. Weve talked about this, knowing that its probably inevitable, Jones said. Stephen Jones of the Dallas CowboysRichard Rodriguez/Getty Images So, certainly getting paid well. Watch on Deadline Jones said an additional bye week would be considered with a larger schedule. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell talked about an 18-game schedule earlier this year....

July 19, 2024 · 1 min · 130 words · Brian Perry

Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich Sentenced By Russian Court To 16 Years In Prison

The guilty verdict and sentencing were announced this morning. According to theJournal, Gershkovich was sentenced to a high security penal colony. We will continue to do everything possible to press for Evans release and to support his family. US journalist Evan Gershkovich, accused of espionage, stands inside a glass defendants' cage during the verdict announcement at the Sverdlovsk Regional Court in Yekaterinburg on Friday.Photo by Alexander NEMENOV / AFP Journalism is not a crime, and we will not rest until hes released....

July 19, 2024 · 1 min · 173 words · Brian Hunter

‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ Star Fọlákẹ́ Olówófôyekù Signs With Anonymous Content

EXCLUSIVE:Bob Hearts Abisholastar Folake Olowofoyeku has signed withAnonymous Contentfor representation in all areas. Olowofoyeku had 95 episodes ofBob Hearts Abisholaunder her belt when the CBS comedy ended in May with Season 5. Her leading role as Abishola garnered her an NAACP Image Award nomination for Actress in a Comedy Series. Fọlákẹ́ Olówófôyekù She also won the 2019 Breakout Actress in TV Award on behalf of the Sync Con Honors Awards....

July 19, 2024 · 1 min · 169 words · Lisa Cunningham

‘Eyes In The Trees’ Footage Of Anthony Hopkins Hacked; Producers Refuse To Pay Ransom

The breach constitutes all of Hopkins scenes that were shot in Los Angeles during last years strikes. (The film was awarded aninterim agreementby SAG-AFTRA.) Wells novelThe Island of Dr. Moreau, along with a list of the films investors and other producers. Anthony HopkinsRob Latour Theyre not going to stop us. And we are resilient. So were moving on. The most important thing was to call my financiers to let them know whats going on....

July 19, 2024 · 1 min · 160 words · Kelly Parker

‘The Blind Side’ Blamed By Former Player For Keeping Him Out Of Pro Football Hall Of Fame

Anderson played on the opposite side of the line at right tackle. The wholeBlind Sidething got taken out because of the movie and the right side guys got pushed away. Adams asked him directly if he felt the movie ruined his bid to be enshrined. Offensive lineman Willie Anderson #71 of the Cincinnati BengalsGeorge Gojkovich/Getty Images Absolutely, Anderson replied. And I say, Go look at what Penei Sewells contract was for the Lions this year....

July 19, 2024 · 1 min · 130 words · Christopher Martinez

Angourie Rice & Mallori Johnson Leading Canadian-Belgian Thriller ‘Steal Away’, WME Independent Handling Sales

Gradually, both girls realize that the benevolent world they inhabit is not what it appears. The movie is made in association with 2CFILM in the Netherlands. U.S. and international sales are being handled byWME Independent. Angourie Rice, Mallori Johnson, Lauren Lee Smith and Idrissa Sanogo BambaPhotos Courtesy of David Roemer, Thomas Brunot, Kristine Cofsky, Delali F. Cofie, We want to provoke a conversation about how to make allegiances outside your own tribe....

July 18, 2024 · 1 min · 101 words · William Martin

Bob Newhart Dies: Revered Deadpan Comic & Star Of Two Hit Sitcoms Was 94

His longtime publicist Jerry Digney said Newhart died after a series of short illnesses. People had always been saying, Gee, youre funny. So I just decided I was gonna give it a try and see what happened. Bob Newhart in 2016Getty Images Newhart began to tour the national comedy circuit for rapturous crowds. Newhart scored another Grammy nom nearly a half-century later for his 2006 spoken-work albumI shouldnt Even Be Doing This!...

July 18, 2024 · 2 min · 367 words · Kimberly Mueller

Bob Newhart Tributes: Judd Apatow Recalls “His Brilliant Comedy And Gentle Spirit”, Al Franken Remembers Stellar ‘SNL’ Appearance, Joe Biden Mourns “Comedy Legend”

A brilliant standup & comedic actor, he was truly one of a kind. His legacy will live on. He was as kind and nice as he was funny. Bob NewhartGetty Images Today, he was reunited with his wife Ginnie. My thoughts are with his children and grandchildren, and all those whose days were brightened by his work. I mean, how could I not? One day, he and I ended up sitting next to each other during a break in production....

July 18, 2024 · 3 min · 476 words · Justin Craig

Breaking Baz: Gary Oldman On How ‘Slow Horses’ Picked Up Speed To Score Its Emmy Nominations

Now its galloping into a fourth season launching September 4. Seasons seven and eight are also at the starting gate, though obviously in very early stages of preparation. Its like the little show that could, he marvels. Gary Oldman in ‘Slow Horses’Apple TV+ I run into people saying, Oh my god, we love the show. Whens it coming back? And I say, Well, Season 4 drops in September and were filming Season 5 right now....

July 18, 2024 · 2 min · 404 words · John Kelly

British Anchor Emily Maitlis Told She “Needs Her Head Examined” & Is “Sad Case Of A Human Being” By Trump Ally Being Sued Over Claims Of Election Interference

Holocaust Museum’s Board You are part of the fake news agenda and you are lying, said Lake. Watch on Deadline Lake didnt elaborate on the way in which the UK has been destroyed. She has since denied she has conceded anything, instead saying she simply cut to the chase. Emily Maitlis, left, and Kari LakeDavid Levenson/Getty Images / Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images Maitlis has been in the U....

July 18, 2024 · 1 min · 104 words · Christopher Edwards

Cinespia Sets Shelley Duvall & Paul Reubens Tribute Screenings To Close Out Summer

My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us. Too much suffering lately, now shes free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley, her partner Dan Gilroy announced in a statement toThe Hollywood Reporter. Cinespia has announced tribute screenings for Shelley Duvall and Paul Reubens to close out its summer 2024 season.Courtesy Everett Collection/Warner Bros./Courtesy Everett Collection I have always felt a huge amount of love and respect from my friends, fans and supporters....

July 18, 2024 · 1 min · 95 words · Christopher Hunter

Disney, Universal Florida Theme Parks Had 11 Guest Medical Incidents In Second Quarter

Florida theme parksmust self-report to the state each quarter guest injuries that require at least 24 hours of hospitalization. The theme park listed another two incidents in May. A 39-year-old woman reported feeling disoriented while leaving Space Mountain, another high-speed, in-the-dark coaster at Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World in OrlandoJoe Raedle/Getty Images) And a 69-year-old man reported experiencing dizziness on Minnie and Mickeys Runaway Railroad, an in-the-dark train ride. Universal Orlando reported three guests were injured in June at Volcano Bay, a water park....

July 18, 2024 · 1 min · 131 words · Ms. Misty Fisher

Emmy Nominee Jane Lynch On Making ‘Weakest Link’ Gig Her Own; Bonding With Steve Martin On ‘Only Murders In The Building’

The second half of Season 3 aired earlier this year. Watch on Deadline I have very good writers and its a very good game. So for me, all I have to do is show up and be part of the team. Jane Lynch in ‘Only Murders in the Building’ (inset) The Weakest LinkHulu/Chris Haston/NBC via Getty Images Thats all there is; were such a well-oiled machine. [The writers] know that line between being snarky and having a twinkle in your eye....

July 18, 2024 · 2 min · 256 words · Stacy Whitney