Jacklyn Zeman Dies: ‘General Hospital’ Actress Was 70

Jacklyn Zeman, the actress best known for playing nurse Bobbie Spencer onGeneral Hospital,has died. Zemans passing was announced onTwitter by Frank Valentini,the daytime dramas executive producer. She first joined the ABC sudser in 1977 and appeared in more than 800 episodes. Jackie Zeman attends The Hollywood Show in 2017Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images She was a five-time Daytime Emmy nominee four forGHand one for starring inThe Bayas Sofia Madison. On behalf of our@GeneralHospitalfamily, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved@JackieZeman....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 149 words · Latoya Brown

John Travolta & Katherine Heigl Set For Nick Vallelonga’s Rom-Com ‘That’s Amore!’; Christopher Walken In Talks, With Palisades Park Pictures To Launch Sales At Cannes

Hes never heard the words I love you and figures he never will. Patty Amore (Heigl) has her share of problems, as well. Shy and introverted, shes filled with various tics and nervous habits. (L-R) John Travolta, Katherine Heigl and Christopher WalkenGetty But when Nick and Patty meet, literally bumping into one another, they share an immediate connection. Elwes will co-represent U.S. rights with PPP. Simpson:American Crime Story. Since 2021, she has exec produced and starred in the popular Netflix seriesFirefly Lane....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 97 words · Charles English

Joy Behar Rescinds Support For Trump Town Hall: “Was CNN Passing Out Kool-Aid?”

Shes changed her mind. What I didnt know was that the audience would be filled with his cult. Behar was particularly critical of CNNs decision to fill its Town Hall audience with Republicans and undecided voters. Joy Behar, Donald Trump, Kaitlan CollinsABC/CNN But if you have people who dont particularly think that youre funny, you have to work harder. Besides, Griffin said, America got the opportunity to see Trump as a ranting, raving lunatic....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 131 words · Joseph Ross

Letitia Wright Heads To ‘In The Shadows’; Altitude Films Launching Sales On Boxing Drama At Cannes Market

Altitude Film Sales is unveiling the title to buyers in Cannes next week. The company will release the project in the UK and Ireland in 2024. Lee Magiday of Sleeper Films and Madeline Sanderson of Curate Films will produce alongside Wright and her 3.16 Productions. Letitia Wright for ‘In The Shadows’Iakovos Kalaitzakisa, Altitude Films Our personalities and journeys, although in different fields, are strangely similar, said Ali. There is no other soul on this earth that would do the film justice like Letitia will....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 128 words · Anthony Avila

Maïwenn, Director Of Johnny Depp-Starring Cannes Opener ‘Jeanne Du Barry’, Admits To Assaulting Leading French Journalist

Restaurant staff identified the attacker as Maiwenn to Plenel. Watch on Deadline Can you confirm? Can you say more? MaïwennAndreas Rentz/Getty Images asked presenter Yann Barthes. Can I confirm that I assaulted him, or that I received a complaint? Both, replied Barthes. I didnt receive a complaint. I learned about it in the press, she replied. And did you assault him? Yes, she replied with a smile, laughing as she refrained from explaining why....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 196 words · Mary King

Michael Fassbender, James Marsh & ‘Night Boat To Tangier’ Producers Talk Upcoming Cannes Market Project: “The Men Are Lost And The Women Are Calling The Shots Throughout This Story”

Watch on Deadline DEADLINE:So, what drew each of you to this project? MICHAEL FASSBENDER:Kevins [Barry] incredible writing was the starting point. He is just one of the finest writers we have and his characters are so textured and compelling. From left: Michael Fassbender, Domhnall Gleeson and Ruth-NeggaGetty Images It was a real joy to read and it seemed very cinematic. But also when I was reading it, I kept thinking of Michael as Maurice....

May 11, 2023 · 2 min · 349 words · Julia Horne

Oscar-Winning ‘Forrest Gump’ Caused Tom Hanks Some Doubts, He Confesses

The appeal of iconic 1994 filmForrest Gumpwasnt immediately obvious to its star,Tom Hanks. He made the confession Tuesday night at theNew Yorker Liveevent in New York City. I say, Hey Bob, Ive got a question for you. Tom Hanks won an Oscar for the original ‘Forrest Gump’Paramount Pictures Is anybody going to care about this movie? Hanks said to the films director,Robert Zemeckis. Are we doing anything here that is going to make any sense to anybody?...

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 151 words · Sarah Reed

Shailene Woodley, Cara Delevingne & Noémie Merlant To Star In Killer Films Genre Biopic About The Life & Loves Of Patricia Highsmith; Memento Launches Hot Pic For Cannes Market

Cara Delevingne andPortrait of a Lady on Firebreakout Merlant will both face off against Woodley as her companions. Christine Vachon and Gabriel Mayers are producing at Killer Films. Filming is due to take place in Italy this fall, withDead Ringerscinematographer Laura Merians Goncalves attached. Shailene Woodley, Cara Delevigne, Noémie Merlant and Patricia HighsmithThomas Whiteside/Christopher Polk/Austin Hargrave/AP Paris-based Memento is launching sales on the buzzy project ahead of theCannesmarket. UTA Independent Film Group, Hyperion Talent, and 2AM are handling domestic....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 166 words · Brooke Walter

Soap World Reacts To Death Of ‘General Hospital’ Star Jacklyn Zeman

The soap world is saying goodbye toJacklyn Zeman, the longtime star ofGeneral Hospitalwho played nurse Bobbie Spencer. The actress died Wednesday at 70 after a short battle with cancer,according to reports. Zemans passing was announced Wednesday evening onTwitter by Frank Valentini,the daytime dramas executive producer. Jacklyn ZemanGetty Zeman first joined the ABC sudser in 1977 and appeared in more than 800 episodes. She was a five-time Daytime Emmy nominee four forGHand one for starring inThe Bayas Sofia Madison....

May 11, 2023 · 2 min · 361 words · Larry Burnett

Steve McQueen’s Gripping Cannes Documentary ‘Occupied City’ Connects Today’s Amsterdam With Era Of Nazi Occupation

Pause on a bridge and watch the Amstel River gently flow through picturesque canals. A park bench in the Dutch city today. A young couple embraces in glowing sunshine. ‘Occupied City’A24/New Regency Eight decades ago, benches in parks and public squares were specifically barred to Jews. So, therefore, the approach [of the film] had to happen somehow in the now. There is not a single frame of WWII archive in Occupied City....

May 11, 2023 · 3 min · 465 words · Randy Blake

Unscripted TV Community Fears Strike Impact: “It’s Not Going To Be A Carefree, Hot Girl, Reality Summer”

Some of the popular game shows are alreadyWGAproductions.Jeopardy!, for instance, is written by WGA writers. Watch on Deadline There is, however, some good news for reality fans. A fall schedule impacted by the strike could mean additional episodes or extensions of their favorite shows. Big Brother / AGT / Jeopardy!CBS / NBC / ABC CBS, for instance, has supersized bothAmazing RaceandSurvivor. We hear that CBS is also considering adding anotherBig Brotherto its schedule....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 202 words · Michael Torres

Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Slam CEO David Zaslav’s Compensation In Say-On-Pay Vote

The votes are advisory only, meaning theyre non-binding, but they do have a impact. Most public companies get over 90% approval and anything under 70% is considered pretty dismal. Netflix, Disney (under Bob Igers previous tenure) and others have faced shareholder dissent. Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David ZaslavKevin Mazur/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Discovery Public companies have been required to hold say-on-pay votes since 2010 under the Dodd-Frank Act. Most hold one every year....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 134 words · Amy Mitchell

‘George & Tammy’ Music Producer Rachael Moore On Honoring The Legacy Of Country Music’s Ultimate Power Couple – Sound & Screen TV

Sometimes fear can be just as strong a motivator as love. That was the case for ShowtimesGeorge & Tammymusic producer and engineer Rachael Moore. Hes a dear mentor of mine, Moore said about her relationship with Burnett. I was a protege of his, he really encouraged me to take this one, and I did. But what really made her say yes? I had to I couldnt say no, she said....

May 11, 2023 · 1 min · 211 words · Joshua Ball