Polish tennis player Iga Świątek, who recently secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the US Open with a victory over Liudmila Samsonova, revealed that she draws inspiration from the popular TV show Ted Lasso. As a fan of the Emmy-winning comedy, Świątek mentioned that she carries the sense of “positivity” from the show with
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The recent restructuring at ITV Studios France has led to the departure of Jean-François Boyer and Sébastien Borivent, who had been at the helm of Tetra Media Studio for two decades. This is a significant loss for the company, as Boyer and Borivent were responsible for some of France’s biggest TV dramas over the years.
Former Dancing With the Stars pro Cheryl Burke recently revealed her feelings about her close friend Artem Chigvintsev’s arrest. She described the news as “shocking” and expressed her hesitation to smile due to the current situation. Burke shared that she and Chigvintsev have a deep bond, having grown up together and even lived in her
The case of Matthew Perry’s death in October 2023 has taken a dark turn with the recent arrests of several individuals involved in the distribution of ketamine, a drug that played a role in the actor’s demise. The doctors implicated in this scandal have faced serious consequences, including the loss of their medical licenses and
Parvinder Shergill has proven herself to be a trailblazer in the film industry by taking on the lead role in an indie movie about a pioneering Asian-British female police officer. Shergill’s portrayal of PC Karpal Kaur Sandhu in “The Winters Lion” is set to showcase her talent and further diversify the representation of women in
Amandla Stenberg recently opened up about the cancellation of The Acolyte, shedding light on the adverse reaction it received from fans. Stenberg described the situation as a “rampage of vitriol” that the cast faced even before the show was released. The attacks were filled with hyper-conservative bigotry and prejudiced hatred, aimed at the diverse cast
The NFL has made a significant decision to allow private equity firms to invest in teams, marking a major shift in ownership dynamics. Under the new policy, these firms can purchase up to 10% ownership in any franchise, without having any voting rights within the team. This move was approved by a 31-1 vote from
German broadcaster RTL Deutschland has recently announced a major deal with compatriot ZDF Studios to enhance its streaming offer. This partnership will bring nearly 1,000 episodes of popular ZDF shows to RTL+ starting from September 15. This move is aimed at solidifying RTL Deutschland’s position as a leading private broadcaster and streaming service in Germany.
Fans of the hit HBO series, Big Little Lies, are eagerly anticipating the release of the highly anticipated third season. Actress and filmmaker, Zoë Kravitz, recently expressed her excitement for the upcoming installment, revealing that like many viewers, she is anxiously waiting for news on the timeline and script for the new season. Kravitz shared
Late night talk shows have always been known for their humorous and entertaining sketches. In a recent episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Fallon brought back the fan-favorite segment “Ew!” with the help of guests Sabrina Carpenter and Zoë Kravitz. This sketch featured Sara, Lucy Garrett, and Hailee Robinson showing off their
The tragic death of Juan Carlos Osorio on the set of Marvel Studios’ Wonder Man in February led to a CAL/OSHA ruling that imposed a fine of $36,000 on Disney. Osorio, a 41-year-old rigger, was working at Radford Studios in Studio City when the accident occurred. He was collecting and removing lighting cable equipment high
Cyberbullying has become a prevalent issue in today’s society, with individuals using the anonymity of the internet to target and harass others. In the case of Gus, the 17-year-old son of Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz, cyberbullying took a harsh toll on him due to his non-verbal learning disorder (NVLD). Ann Coulter’s insensitive post
During a recent interview with Saga magazine, renowned actor Ian McKellen shared details about a scary fall he experienced while performing on stage as one of the Player Kings. McKellen credited the fat suit he was wearing for a different role as the key factor that prevented more serious injuries. Reflecting on the incident, McKellen
J.J. Abrams’ production company, Bad Robot, has been in negotiations with Warner Bros. Television to extend their film and TV deal which has been in place for almost 20 years. Despite facing challenges and uncertainties, the company seems determined to continue their partnership with the studio. Following the Warner Bros.-Discovery merger in April 2022, Bad
Leah Kateb is addressing rumors that surfaced after the Love Island USA reunion, where it was speculated that she had a major “blowup” and expressed her intention to leave the show. Despite social media chatter about her confrontation with production, Kateb took to TikTok to debunk the rumors and clarify her stance. She stated that
The upcoming sophomore season of HBO’s The Last of Us has already been creating buzz, particularly regarding Kaitlyn Dever’s role as Abby Anderson. Her co-star Isabela Merced revealed that Dever needed extra security on set due to threats from people who harbor genuine hatred towards her character. This level of animosity towards a fictional character
Beau DeMayo, the creator and head writer of X-Men ’97, recently revealed on social media that his credits for the show’s second season had been stripped away. In a new post on the microblogging platform X, DeMayo expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work on the show and collaborate with talented individuals. However, he
A new series called Outrageous is soon to make its debut on BritBox International and UKTV. Created by Sarah Williams, the show is based on Mary Lovell’s biography, The Sisters, and follows the scandalous lives of the six aristocratic Mitford Sisters who dared to defy societal norms. Starring Bessie Carter from Bridgerton, along with Shannon
Peggy Moffitt, the legendary model and actress from the 1960s, passed away at the age of 86 due to complications of dementia. Her unique style and persona left a lasting impact on the world of fashion and culture, making her an iconic figure of her time. One of Moffitt’s most memorable moments in the fashion
Bowen Yang, having spent over five years on Saturday Night Live, recently shared some shocking stories of celebrity host behavior on the show. Without revealing any names, Yang described a particularly unpleasant incident where a host made multiple cast members cry before a table read because he disliked the ideas presented to him. This behind-the-scenes
Lionsgate Television’s recent acquisition of eOne has led to a strategic move to retain one of the top TV creators on eOne’s roster, Alexi Hawley. With a premium overall deal signed, Hawley, the creator/executive producer of popular series like The Rookie on ABC and The Recruit on Netflix, has solidified his position as a key
Aaron Sorkin, the creator of the iconic political drama series The West Wing, recently reflected on the show’s relevance in today’s political climate. While he believes that the idealism and aspirational nature of the show would still resonate with audiences today, there is one aspect that may no longer hold true: the portrayal of reasonable
The entertainment industry has long been fascinated by the interplay between drama and humor. Executive producer/director Jonathan Nolan, known for his work on the multi-Emmy-nominated Prime Video drama, Fallout, believes in the power of mixing humor with darker themes. According to Nolan, a well-placed joke can guide the audience to a slightly darker place while
When composer Carlos Rafael Rivera first joined the team of Lessons in Chemistry, the initial concept for the score was not fully realized. The idea was to create music that was against the time and tone of the story, but Rivera found that this approach was not working. However, he turned this failed experiment into
Ariana Grande’s appearance on the Hot Ones podcast showcased her ability to handle spicy food, unlike many other celebrities who have struggled with the challenge. She not only completed the task of eating increasingly spicy wings but also managed to stay composed throughout the ordeal. Grande’s choice to use vegan wings for her sauce added
Whoopi Goldberg is set to take on the role of the villainous Miss Hannigan in the touring production of the popular musical Annie. Miss Hannigan is known for running an orphanage and terrorizing Annie and the other little girls in the show. Goldberg will bring her own unique flair to the character and will perform
CBS is continuing to move forward with its long-term development strategy, as evidenced by its recent pilot order for the drama Einstein (working title). This new pilot, created by Andy Breckman and directed by Randy Zisk, is set to join the network’s lineup for the 2025-26 broadcast season. Following in the footsteps of other upcoming
In the season 2 finale of House of the Dragon on HBO, we see Rhaenyra faced with a difficult decision. With the odds seemingly stacked in her favor with three dragons, the support of The White Worm, and Daemon finally swearing allegiance to her cause, Rhaenyra is ready to take on King’s Landing and reclaim
Gillian Anderson, famous for her role in The X-Files, made headlines in 1997 when she won an Emmy and kissed her co-star David Duchovny before her boyfriend, Rodney Rowland. Recently, Anderson took to social media to address this decades-old controversy. In a video shared with her fans, Anderson revealed that at the time of the
A recent expose by The New York Times has shed a light on the disturbing reality behind the scenes of the reality series produced by YouTube star MrBeast with Amazon MGM studios. The show, known as Beast Games, promised contestants a chance at a grand prize of $5 million, but what they experienced was far
Pauly Shore recently expressed doubts about the authenticity of social media posts attributed to Richard Simmons regarding the biopic that Shore plans to star in and executive produce. The fitness guru had been critical of Shore taking on the role, leading Shore to question whether Simmons himself was behind those posts. Shore mentioned to “Entertainment
In a groundbreaking move, sports streamer DAZN has become the new home of top-division soccer in France after finalizing a five-year deal reportedly worth €500M ($540M). The deal comes after fears of Ligue 1 starting without an official broadcast partner, as negotiations had previously stalled. The departure of star players such as Kylian Mbappe and
French DJ Barbara Butch found herself in the midst of a storm of controversy after her participation in a drag queen scene during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Following the open ceremony, Butch received a barrage of threatening online messages that prompted her to file several police complaints. These threats included death, torture, rape, and