Ellen DeGeneres Is Funny And Candid In Her Return To The Comedy Stage, Talks About “Hard Time” She Had Following Talk Show Controversy

Regrets, she has a few. But then again, its not the end forEllen DeGeneres. But you could be thinking, Lets see how this goes. WBTV Watch on Deadline She added, ruefully, Theres no mean people in show business. DeGeneres joked that she would soon be ostracized a third time for being old, mean, and gay. DeGeneres said that the perceptions created by those allegations destroyed her television persona. She announced the shows end in May 2021....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 175 words · Leslie Holmes

Ethan Hawke Reveals Denzel’s Advice On Winning An Academy Award

In 2002,Training DaycostarsDenzel WashingtonandEthan Hawkewere Oscar-nominated for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor, respectively. Washington won, Hawke did not, losing to Jim Broadbent for his role inIris. Hawke said Washington provided some sage advice after he lost. Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke, 2001Everett Collection You dont want an award to improve your status. Thats the way he thinks, and thats what Im talking about playing with Babe Ruth. I think when all is said and done, hes the greatest actor of our generation, Hawke said....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 157 words · Michelle Dixon

International Insider: ‘Baby Reindeer’s Unexpected Rise; Canadian Strike Nears; Bollywood & Politics

Good afternoon Insiders, Jesse Whittock back again. Lots to take you through from around the world this week, buckle up. Created by Richard Gadd, the series has wowed critics with its sharp dialogue and gripping story. ‘Baby Reindeer’Netflix Viewers have agreed with the verdict. The response from some has been: well, what did you expect? Gaddthis week signed with UTAfor representation in the U.S. as his star ascends. Richard Gadd inBaby ReindeerNetflix...

April 26, 2024 · 2 min · 293 words · Rebecca Willis

Joanna Arnow, As Her Feature Debuts, Knocks Oft-Used Words “Describing Films Women Make About Sexuality” – Specialty Preview

Joanna Arnows micro-budget comedyThe Feeling That The Time For Doing Something Has Passedworld premiered in Cannes Directors Fortnight. Arnow writes, directs and stars. And thats BDSM, as in bondage and discipline, dominance and submission, sadism and masochism. Joanna Arnow in ‘The Feeling That The Time For Doing Something Has Passed’Magnolia Pictures Thats how I dream of my movies being seen, Arnow tells Deadline. Watch on Deadline The film has strong reviews....

April 26, 2024 · 2 min · 263 words · Matthew Hernandez

Keke Palmer And SZA To Star In Issa Rae-Produced Buddy Comedy From TriStar Pictures

Big Boss Palmer and Sharon Palmer are executive producing. Macro Film Studios is coming on board to co-finance and produce. SZA is an Oscar nominee and four-time Grammy winner whose major label debut albumCtrllanded at No. (L-R) Keke Palmer, SZA and Issa RaeQuintin and Ron/Courtesy/Getty 1 on Billboards R&B Albums chart, No. 2 on the R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart and No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart. RIAA-certified three-time platinum, the album received five Grammy nominations....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 135 words · Shaun Cantrell

NFL Draft: USC’s Caleb Williams Is No. 1 Overall, As Quarterbacks Selected 1-2-3

The annualNFLDraft usually spawns weeks of rumors, speculation, and mock drafts that move players up and down. USCs quarterbackCaleb Williamswent No. 1 to the Chicago Bears on Thursday night, a move that has been expected for months. (L-R) Caleb Williams celebrates with NFL Commissioner Roger GoodellGregory Shamus/Getty Images 2, and the New England Patriots followed with North CarolinasDrake Mayeat No. It previously happened in 1971, 1999 and 2021. Watch on Deadline Ohio State receiver Marvin Harrison Jr....

April 26, 2024 · 2 min · 257 words · Pam Wu

Producers United Is Launched By 86 Top Film & TV “Career Producers” To Change Fee Structure, Get Health Benefits & Stop Gradual Ecosystem Erosion

Some are symbolic indignities that have eroded the position of producer, and others are financial. They make their case to Deadline, and they are persuasive. Much of their motivation is for the next generation of producers. Getty Images Watch on Deadline Click to see theentire list of producerswho will be pressing the case. It has become difficult for veterans to make a living, they said. Except the Career Producers who often are the catalysts for getting projects going in the first place....

April 26, 2024 · 6 min · 1089 words · Michael Ramirez

RuPaul’s ‘Lingo’ Game Show Gets Season 2 Premiere Date At CBS

The game sees teams of two contestants face off in fast-paced puzzle rounds to guess letters that reveal seemingly simple words. Theres a new twist in Season 2 where the winner for each one-hour epsiode goes on to compete in the next episode, allowing for longer winning streaks and even bigger cash prizes. RuPauls Drag Racestar Charles serves asLingoexecutive producer for RuCo, Inc. along with Layla Smith and Jilly Pearce for Objective Media Group....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 159 words · Mark Castillo

Sage Steele Replaces Candace Owens In The Daily Wire & Adam Carolla’s Adult Animated Series ‘Mr Birchum’

Steele will play the role of Deena, who is married to Mr. Birchums best friend Gage. The role was previously due to be played by Owens who exited The Daily Wire last month. Her exit followed clashes with co-founder Ben Shapiro over the Israel-Hamas war. Sage SteeleChris Graythen/Getty Images The show premieres Sunday, May 12, on DailyWire+. When I got the call from Adam and the Daily Wire team to be part ofMr....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 131 words · Darryl Howard DDS

The Onion, Following Acquisition, Names Former NBC News Reporter Ben Collins CEO – Update

In a post on Twitter/X, Lawson stepped out of the shadows, as did Collins. But its success is based on something different than most media companies. The Internet sucks, and its time we made it better. The Onion newsrackJustin Sullivan/Getty Images A lot of people have asked, what do I get for $2? Twice as much nothing, the exec added. PREVIOUSLY: The Onion has been sold, again. G/O chief Jim Spanfeller confirmed the news to staffers Thursday in a memo....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 156 words · Rebecca Evans

‘Boy Kills World’ Producer Alex Lebovici Breaks Down His Journey From Window Washing To A “Calculated Gamble” With Hammerstone Studios

The producers are taking on the responsibility of P&A which wasfinanced by Nthibah Pictures. His biggest lessons, however, were learned during a few years spent back home in Toronto, Canada. When Lebovici returned to his native country, he devoted himself to learning business fundamentals. Alex LeboviciGetty Images Initially, he worked alongside his father and brother alone. But soon, hed be training droves of kids from the neighborhood to work for him....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 176 words · Stephanie Lee

‘Challengers’ Steamy 3-Way Kiss Scene Was Not In Original Script, Says Director Luca Guadagnino

A central scene in directorLuca GuadagninosChallengerswasnt in Justin Kuritzkes original script. The scene in question has the trio relaxing in a hotel room, flirting. How often does this happen, going after the same girl? (L-R) Mike Faist, Zendaya and Josh O’Connor in ‘Challengers’MGM/Everett Collection It ends with the three of them on the bed together, kissing. I dont think that was in the script at the beginning. Not at all, GuadagninotoldEntertainment Weekly....

April 26, 2024 · 1 min · 116 words · Linda Frank

‘Judge Judy’ Repeats & ‘Hot Bench’ Renewed Through 2025-26 In Syndication

Judy Sheindlins two court shows at CBS Media Ventures continue to carry on years after the popular TV personality left the CBS fold. Repeats ofJudge Judyas well as the Sheindlin-createdHot Benchhave been renewed in 95% of the country through the 2025-26 season. In addition to flagship groups CBS Stations and Fox Stations,Judge Judy was re-upped by stations owned by Sinclair, Nexstar, Scripps, Tegna, Gray, Hearst and Weigel.Hot Benchwas renewed by CBS Stations in major markets, as well as stations owned by Sinclair, Nexstar, Tegna, Scripps, Fox Stations, Gray and Weigel....

April 26, 2024 · 2 min · 248 words · Bethany Ellis