Anticipation Builds for ‘The Marathon Continues’ The release date for the eagerly anticipated episode 6 of Grey’s Anatomy Season 20 titled “The Marathon Continues”, has been officially confirmed. Set to premiere on Thursday, May 2, the episode promises to delve into intense character challenges and medical drama, continuing its legacy of compelling storytelling. This season marks a thrilling return to form with the strike now over, making the comeback stronger with only a handful of episodes. Debbie Allen, who personifies Dr. Catherine Avery, shared her excitement, stating, We are back. The strike is over and it’s going to be the
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- 5/3/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Shonda Rhimes was honored at Variety’s Power of Women, presented by Lifetime, in New York on Thursday for her work with the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, a non-profit dance school that offers classes to disenfranchised communities.
Rhimes was aware of Debbie Allen’s work from a young age, having been a fan of her 1980s TV show “Fame.” Years later, Rhimes’ eldest daughter took classes at the academy, and Rhimes and Allen became fast friends. Allen eventually became an executive producer, director and actor on “Grey’s Anatomy,” and in 2022, Rhimes opened a permanent location for Dada in Mid-City.
“They call her Ms. Allen. Her students are aged 3 to 93. They are all sizes, all colors, all abilities, all talent levels,” Rhimes said on stage at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.. “Some are kids like mine — overprivileged. But some are not. Some don’t have homes. Some cannot pay for classes.
Rhimes was aware of Debbie Allen’s work from a young age, having been a fan of her 1980s TV show “Fame.” Years later, Rhimes’ eldest daughter took classes at the academy, and Rhimes and Allen became fast friends. Allen eventually became an executive producer, director and actor on “Grey’s Anatomy,” and in 2022, Rhimes opened a permanent location for Dada in Mid-City.
“They call her Ms. Allen. Her students are aged 3 to 93. They are all sizes, all colors, all abilities, all talent levels,” Rhimes said on stage at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.. “Some are kids like mine — overprivileged. But some are not. Some don’t have homes. Some cannot pay for classes.
- 5/2/2024
- by Jack Dunn
- Variety Film + TV
Grey’s Anatomy fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 20 Episode 6 episode titled The Marathon Continues!
Find out everything you need to know about the The Marathon Continues episode of Grey’s Anatomy, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Grey’s Anatomy The Marathon Continues Season 20 Episode 6 Preview
In the upcoming episode of “Grey’s Anatomy” titled “The Marathon Continues,” viewers are in for another emotional rollercoaster as the drama unfolds at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Set to air on ABC at 9:00 Pm on May 2, 2024, this episode promises to deliver heart-pounding medical cases and intense interpersonal conflicts.
As Mika and Teddy brace themselves for the arrival of a patient from a nearby penitentiary, tensions run high as they navigate the challenges of treating someone from the prison system. Meanwhile, Catherine finds herself at odds with Link and Monica over...
Find out everything you need to know about the The Marathon Continues episode of Grey’s Anatomy, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Grey’s Anatomy The Marathon Continues Season 20 Episode 6 Preview
In the upcoming episode of “Grey’s Anatomy” titled “The Marathon Continues,” viewers are in for another emotional rollercoaster as the drama unfolds at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Set to air on ABC at 9:00 Pm on May 2, 2024, this episode promises to deliver heart-pounding medical cases and intense interpersonal conflicts.
As Mika and Teddy brace themselves for the arrival of a patient from a nearby penitentiary, tensions run high as they navigate the challenges of treating someone from the prison system. Meanwhile, Catherine finds herself at odds with Link and Monica over...
- 4/25/2024
- by News
- TV Regular
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has set its lineup of narrative and documentary features for its 28th edition, including Jussie Smollett’s return to acting in “The Lost Holliday,” filmmaker Christine Swanson’s latest drama “Albany Road” and the acclaimed Luther Vandross doc “Never Too Much.”
This year’s festival takes place June 12-16 in Miami Beach, Fla., followed by a virtual segment June 17-24 on ABFF Play. Winners of film festival competition will be announced on June 15, during the “Best of ABFF Awards” hosted by Emmy-nominee Dondré Whitfield.
The 2024 narrative lineup includes “Albany Road,” directed and written by Swanson, starring Renée Elise Goldsberry, Lynn Whitfield and J. Alphonse Nicholson; “The Lost Holliday” directed by, co-written and starring Smollett alongside Vivica A. Fox, produced by Mona Scott-Young; “The Waterboyz,” directed by Coke Daniels and produced by Ben Crump, starring Akil McDowell, Alani “La La” Anthony and Quavo; and “Black Heat,...
This year’s festival takes place June 12-16 in Miami Beach, Fla., followed by a virtual segment June 17-24 on ABFF Play. Winners of film festival competition will be announced on June 15, during the “Best of ABFF Awards” hosted by Emmy-nominee Dondré Whitfield.
The 2024 narrative lineup includes “Albany Road,” directed and written by Swanson, starring Renée Elise Goldsberry, Lynn Whitfield and J. Alphonse Nicholson; “The Lost Holliday” directed by, co-written and starring Smollett alongside Vivica A. Fox, produced by Mona Scott-Young; “The Waterboyz,” directed by Coke Daniels and produced by Ben Crump, starring Akil McDowell, Alani “La La” Anthony and Quavo; and “Black Heat,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
On Wednesday’s episode of The View, the Different World cast reunited alongside the series’ producer and director, Debbie Allen. But while speaking about the show’s guest stars, the spotlight shifted to Whoopi Goldberg, who was moderating the conversation alongside her The View co-stars Sunny Hostin and Sara Haines.
When asked by Haines what she remembered about working alongside Goldberg, Allen shared that the Egot winner was the show’s “secret weapon” when it came to making its powerful season four episode about the AIDS epidemic, “If I Should Die Before I Wake.”
Goldberg, fresh off her Oscar-winning performance in Ghost, made a cameo as a professor who assigns the students to write their own eulogies. Fellow guest star Tisha Campbell appeared as student Josie, who reveals during the assignment that she has AIDS.
“She was someone I knew. We were friends. We all knew she was going to win that Oscar that year,...
When asked by Haines what she remembered about working alongside Goldberg, Allen shared that the Egot winner was the show’s “secret weapon” when it came to making its powerful season four episode about the AIDS epidemic, “If I Should Die Before I Wake.”
Goldberg, fresh off her Oscar-winning performance in Ghost, made a cameo as a professor who assigns the students to write their own eulogies. Fellow guest star Tisha Campbell appeared as student Josie, who reveals during the assignment that she has AIDS.
“She was someone I knew. We were friends. We all knew she was going to win that Oscar that year,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The cast of A Different World has reunited for a national tour of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). During a stop in Washington, D.C., hosted by Howard University, they appeared at the White House to meet Vice President Kamala Harris and Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.
The Grio’s April Ryan shared a portion of the White House visit on Instagram, which included Jean-Pierre leading the cast in a sing-along of the show’s theme.
The group opted for the version featured throughout the majority of the sitcom’s run, sung in the original version by Aretha Franklin.
The tour features A Different World alums Darryl M. Bell (Ron Johnson); Charnele Brown (Kimberly Reese); Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert-Wayne); Kadeem Hardison (Dwayne Wayne); Dawnn Lewis (Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor); Cree Summer (Winifred Brooks); Glynn Turman (Col. Bradford Taylor); and Sinbad (Walter Oakes). They were joined by producers Debbie Allen and Susan Fales.
The Grio’s April Ryan shared a portion of the White House visit on Instagram, which included Jean-Pierre leading the cast in a sing-along of the show’s theme.
The group opted for the version featured throughout the majority of the sitcom’s run, sung in the original version by Aretha Franklin.
The tour features A Different World alums Darryl M. Bell (Ron Johnson); Charnele Brown (Kimberly Reese); Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert-Wayne); Kadeem Hardison (Dwayne Wayne); Dawnn Lewis (Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor); Cree Summer (Winifred Brooks); Glynn Turman (Col. Bradford Taylor); and Sinbad (Walter Oakes). They were joined by producers Debbie Allen and Susan Fales.
- 4/11/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Katie Lowes and Guillermo Diaz are back to re-watch Scandal!
iHeartPodcasts’ Shondaland Audio series Unpacking the Toolbox will return with new episodes on April 11, via Variety.
The podcast originally paused amid the Hollywood strikes after covering the first two seasons of the ABC drama that ran from 2012 to 2018.
Keep reading to find out more…
Katie Lowes, who played Quinn, and Guillermo Diaz, who played Huck, first forged a friendship on the set of the series, with fans dubbing them Huckleberry Quinn.
In Scandal, Kerry Washington’s Olivia Pope is a D.C. fixer who also happened to be having an affair with the very married President Fitzgerald Grant (Tony Goldwyn).
The podcast’s new season will kick off with the Season 3 premiere of Scandal. Guests include Kerry Washington, Tony Goldwyn, Tom Verica, Melora Hardin, Scott Foley, Bellamy Young, Kate Burton, Dan Bucatinsky, Jeff Perry, Debbie Allen and Paul Adelstein.
Kerry...
iHeartPodcasts’ Shondaland Audio series Unpacking the Toolbox will return with new episodes on April 11, via Variety.
The podcast originally paused amid the Hollywood strikes after covering the first two seasons of the ABC drama that ran from 2012 to 2018.
Keep reading to find out more…
Katie Lowes, who played Quinn, and Guillermo Diaz, who played Huck, first forged a friendship on the set of the series, with fans dubbing them Huckleberry Quinn.
In Scandal, Kerry Washington’s Olivia Pope is a D.C. fixer who also happened to be having an affair with the very married President Fitzgerald Grant (Tony Goldwyn).
The podcast’s new season will kick off with the Season 3 premiere of Scandal. Guests include Kerry Washington, Tony Goldwyn, Tom Verica, Melora Hardin, Scott Foley, Bellamy Young, Kate Burton, Dan Bucatinsky, Jeff Perry, Debbie Allen and Paul Adelstein.
Kerry...
- 4/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Gladiators, suit up: The “Scandal” rewatch podcast, “Unpacking the Toolbox,” is set to return with new episodes on April 11.
“Unpacking the Toolbox” is hosted by former “Scandal” stars Katie Lowes (who played Quinn) and Guillermo Díaz (who played Huck) — their Irl friendship was forged on set, and fans nicknamed their twisted on-screen partnership Huckleberry Quinn.
Part of the iHeartPodcasts network, the Shondaland Audio series “Unpacking the Toolbox” — a reference to Huck’s torture kit — hit pause during the SAG-AFTRA strike, having covered the first two seasons of Shonda Rhimes’ ABC drama, which ran for seven seasons from 2012 through 2018.
“Scandal” revolved around Kerry Washington’s Olivia Pope, a D.C. fixer who also happened to be having an affair with the very married President Fitzgerald Grant (Tony Goldwyn). The series was a slow burn for ABC, ratings-wise, but midway through its second season, its delightfully batshit plotting and wild weekly cliffhangers caught on with audiences,...
“Unpacking the Toolbox” is hosted by former “Scandal” stars Katie Lowes (who played Quinn) and Guillermo Díaz (who played Huck) — their Irl friendship was forged on set, and fans nicknamed their twisted on-screen partnership Huckleberry Quinn.
Part of the iHeartPodcasts network, the Shondaland Audio series “Unpacking the Toolbox” — a reference to Huck’s torture kit — hit pause during the SAG-AFTRA strike, having covered the first two seasons of Shonda Rhimes’ ABC drama, which ran for seven seasons from 2012 through 2018.
“Scandal” revolved around Kerry Washington’s Olivia Pope, a D.C. fixer who also happened to be having an affair with the very married President Fitzgerald Grant (Tony Goldwyn). The series was a slow burn for ABC, ratings-wise, but midway through its second season, its delightfully batshit plotting and wild weekly cliffhangers caught on with audiences,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Kate Aurthur
- Variety Film + TV
On “The Masked Singer’s” “Shower Anthems Night,” it’s time to belt out some squeaky-clean tunes! The Group C contestants start the night with a show-stopping group performance, and then serenade the audience and panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong and Rita Ora with iconic songs that are best sung at full volume in the shower! Nick Cannon hosts the wild and wacky fun.
The Season 11 contestants boast a combined 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 film appearances and have 1.7 billion Spotify streams!
Below, read our minute-by-minute “The Masked Singer” recap of Season 11, Episode 5, to find out what happened Wednesday, April 3 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on Fox. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite costumed characters on Fox’s reality TV show and who you think has what it takes to win the entire competition.
See...
The Season 11 contestants boast a combined 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 film appearances and have 1.7 billion Spotify streams!
Below, read our minute-by-minute “The Masked Singer” recap of Season 11, Episode 5, to find out what happened Wednesday, April 3 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on Fox. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite costumed characters on Fox’s reality TV show and who you think has what it takes to win the entire competition.
See...
- 4/4/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Spoiler Alert: Do not read ahead if you have not watched Season 11, Episode 5 of “The Masked Singer,” “Group C Finals: Shower Anthems Night,” which aired April 3 on Fox.
After two weeks of being on “The Masked Singer” chopping block, Sisqó is finally gone-guh-gone-gone-gone.
I think I’ll sing it again: Sisqó’s been dumped like a truck, truck, truck. “The Masked Singer” has removed his butt, butt, butt. Let me see (who sang) that song!
That’s right, “Thong Song” superstar Sisqó on Wednesday became the latest celebrity to be unmasked on “The Masked Singer,” revealed to be the Lizard.
For Sisqó as the Lizard, several of the panelists had figured it out. Robin Thicke and Rita Ora knew it was Sisqó. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg picked Ray J. Ken Jeong said it was Michael Bivins.
Lizard was voted out after being one of the two lowest vote-getters in the two previous episodes.
After two weeks of being on “The Masked Singer” chopping block, Sisqó is finally gone-guh-gone-gone-gone.
I think I’ll sing it again: Sisqó’s been dumped like a truck, truck, truck. “The Masked Singer” has removed his butt, butt, butt. Let me see (who sang) that song!
That’s right, “Thong Song” superstar Sisqó on Wednesday became the latest celebrity to be unmasked on “The Masked Singer,” revealed to be the Lizard.
For Sisqó as the Lizard, several of the panelists had figured it out. Robin Thicke and Rita Ora knew it was Sisqó. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg picked Ray J. Ken Jeong said it was Michael Bivins.
Lizard was voted out after being one of the two lowest vote-getters in the two previous episodes.
- 4/4/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
For many years, Grey's Anatomy was ABC's highest-rated scripted show. Those days are gone now, and many veteran cast members have left, but the series continues to be very popular for the network. Will Grey's Anatomy be cancelled or renewed for season 21? Stay tuned. *Status Update Below.
A medical drama series, the Grey's Anatomy TV show stars Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Niko Terho, Midori Francis, Harry Shum Jr., and Adelaide Kane. Recurring actors include Ellen Pompeo, Jessica Capshaw, Alex Landi, Jaicy Elliot, Scott Speedman, and Debbie Allen. The long-running series revolves around the personal and professional lives of the surgical residents, fellows, and attendings in the surgical wing of the fictional Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital in Seattle, Washington. They seek comfort from one...
A medical drama series, the Grey's Anatomy TV show stars Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Niko Terho, Midori Francis, Harry Shum Jr., and Adelaide Kane. Recurring actors include Ellen Pompeo, Jessica Capshaw, Alex Landi, Jaicy Elliot, Scott Speedman, and Debbie Allen. The long-running series revolves around the personal and professional lives of the surgical residents, fellows, and attendings in the surgical wing of the fictional Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital in Seattle, Washington. They seek comfort from one...
- 4/3/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
A particular Seattle hospital is staying open for the 2024-25 TV season. Grey's Anatomy has been renewed for a 21st year by ABC. The 20th anniversary season (abbreviated due to the 2023 industry strikes) is currently airing.
A medical drama series, the Grey's Anatomy TV show stars Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Niko Terho, Midori Francis, Harry Shum Jr., and Adelaide Kane. Recurring actors include Ellen Pompeo, Jessica Capshaw, Alex Landi, Jaicy Elliot, Scott Speedman, and Debbie Allen. The long-running series revolves around the personal and professional lives of the surgical residents, fellows, and attendings in the surgical wing of the fictional Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital in Seattle, Washington. They seek comfort from one another and, at times, more than just...
A medical drama series, the Grey's Anatomy TV show stars Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Niko Terho, Midori Francis, Harry Shum Jr., and Adelaide Kane. Recurring actors include Ellen Pompeo, Jessica Capshaw, Alex Landi, Jaicy Elliot, Scott Speedman, and Debbie Allen. The long-running series revolves around the personal and professional lives of the surgical residents, fellows, and attendings in the surgical wing of the fictional Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital in Seattle, Washington. They seek comfort from one another and, at times, more than just...
- 4/3/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
“Grey’s Anatomy” has been renewed for Season 21 at ABC, Variety has learned.
The renewal extends the series’ record-breaking run as the longest running primetime medical drama in TV history, which it first became in 2019. It is also the longest running primetime scripted series in ABC history. The show originally debuted in 2005.
“The loyalty and love of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ fans has propelled us into a historic 21st season, and I could not be more grateful,” said series creator and executive producer Shonda Rhimes. “Meg Marinis’ storytelling is a gift that continues to keep the show vibrant, compelling and alive, and I can’t wait to see what she has in store for next season.”
The cast of “Grey’s Anatomy” includes Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens, Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kelly McCreary, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Harry Shum Jr., Adelaide Kane, Midori Francis,...
The renewal extends the series’ record-breaking run as the longest running primetime medical drama in TV history, which it first became in 2019. It is also the longest running primetime scripted series in ABC history. The show originally debuted in 2005.
“The loyalty and love of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ fans has propelled us into a historic 21st season, and I could not be more grateful,” said series creator and executive producer Shonda Rhimes. “Meg Marinis’ storytelling is a gift that continues to keep the show vibrant, compelling and alive, and I can’t wait to see what she has in store for next season.”
The cast of “Grey’s Anatomy” includes Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens, Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kelly McCreary, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Harry Shum Jr., Adelaide Kane, Midori Francis,...
- 4/2/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The Entertainment Community Fund has set its sights on Warner Bros. Television Group for top honors at an upcoming gala in New York City.
The studio division, led by chairman and CEO Channing Dungey, has been selected to receive a medal of honor during the gala, set for Manhattan’s New York Marriott Marquis on April 8. Additional honorees at the event include mogul and multihyphenate Seth MacFarlane, and Olivier and Tony award-winning producer Sonia Friedman (Funny Girl, The Book of Mormon).
“We are so honored to be recognized by the Entertainment Community Fund, an outstanding organization that has helped actors and artists for more than 140 years. In the wake of the pandemic and last year’s strikes, the work of the fund continues to be more critical than ever. Everyone at the Warner Bros. Television Group is proud to support the Fund and their incredible efforts,” offered Dungey in a statement.
The studio division, led by chairman and CEO Channing Dungey, has been selected to receive a medal of honor during the gala, set for Manhattan’s New York Marriott Marquis on April 8. Additional honorees at the event include mogul and multihyphenate Seth MacFarlane, and Olivier and Tony award-winning producer Sonia Friedman (Funny Girl, The Book of Mormon).
“We are so honored to be recognized by the Entertainment Community Fund, an outstanding organization that has helped actors and artists for more than 140 years. In the wake of the pandemic and last year’s strikes, the work of the fund continues to be more critical than ever. Everyone at the Warner Bros. Television Group is proud to support the Fund and their incredible efforts,” offered Dungey in a statement.
- 4/1/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Spoiler Alert: Do not read ahead if you have not watched Season 11, Episode 4 of “The Masked Singer,” “TV Theme Night,” which aired March 27 on Fox.
“Extra” host Billy Bush won’t get an extra shot at “The Masked Singer.” The entertainment newsmagazine anchor and one-time morning drive radio host was the next celebrity to be unmasked on Wednesday’s “TV Theme Night” edition of “The Masked Singer.”
“I’m not a great singer,” Bush said. “If you can’t make it with the lips, make it with the hips. If you’ve never done something that’s a little on the scary side — and this is scary — say yes!”
For Bush, none of the panelists got it right. Robin Thicke guessed Anderson Cooper. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg picked Seth Meyers. Ken Jeong picked Ryan Seacrest. New panelist Rita Ora said it was Andy Cohen.
Lizard (for the second week in a row...
“Extra” host Billy Bush won’t get an extra shot at “The Masked Singer.” The entertainment newsmagazine anchor and one-time morning drive radio host was the next celebrity to be unmasked on Wednesday’s “TV Theme Night” edition of “The Masked Singer.”
“I’m not a great singer,” Bush said. “If you can’t make it with the lips, make it with the hips. If you’ve never done something that’s a little on the scary side — and this is scary — say yes!”
For Bush, none of the panelists got it right. Robin Thicke guessed Anderson Cooper. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg picked Seth Meyers. Ken Jeong picked Ryan Seacrest. New panelist Rita Ora said it was Andy Cohen.
Lizard (for the second week in a row...
- 3/28/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
This year’s Tonys will be held on June 16, so the American Theatre Wing will likely be announcing its lifetime achievement award recipient in the near future. Who do you think should take home this prestigious trophy? It has gone to veteran stage performers, directors, choreographers, playwrights, songwriters, producers and designers. In some years we get multiple recipients.
Last year these honors went to legendary actor Joel Grey and composer John Kander. The following living female Broadway vets have also received this award in the past and thus won’t be chosen again: Jane Greenwood, Rosemary Harris and Graciela Daniele. Here are 10 possible women the Tonys could award, all veterans over the age of 65. Vote to let us know who you’d like to see honored.
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Two-time Tony nominated actress for her performances in revivals of “West Side Story...
Last year these honors went to legendary actor Joel Grey and composer John Kander. The following living female Broadway vets have also received this award in the past and thus won’t be chosen again: Jane Greenwood, Rosemary Harris and Graciela Daniele. Here are 10 possible women the Tonys could award, all veterans over the age of 65. Vote to let us know who you’d like to see honored.
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Debbie Allen
Two-time Tony nominated actress for her performances in revivals of “West Side Story...
- 3/25/2024
- by Jeffrey Kare
- Gold Derby
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Road House, Shirley, 3 Body Problem and Mary & George.
Immaculate premiere
Sydney Sweeney, who both produced and stars in the Neon horror film, debuted the project alongside director Michael Mohan at Beyond Fest in Los Angeles on March 15.
Michael Mohan and Sydney Sweeney
3 Body Problem special screening
On Sunday, the cast and creators — David Benioff, D.B. Weiss and Alexander Woo — of the new Netflix series attended a special Los Angeles screening of the show, followed by an experiential dinner at Wolvesmouth, which Gold House co-hosted.
David Benioff, Alexander Woo, Jonathan Pryce and D. B. Weiss John Bradley, Benedict Wong and Aaron Paul
Road House premiere
After premiering at SXSW, Jake Gyllenhaal, Conor McGregor, Lukas Gage, Daniela Melchior, Arturo Castro and Darren Barnet brought their film to New York on Tuesday.
Immaculate premiere
Sydney Sweeney, who both produced and stars in the Neon horror film, debuted the project alongside director Michael Mohan at Beyond Fest in Los Angeles on March 15.
Michael Mohan and Sydney Sweeney
3 Body Problem special screening
On Sunday, the cast and creators — David Benioff, D.B. Weiss and Alexander Woo — of the new Netflix series attended a special Los Angeles screening of the show, followed by an experiential dinner at Wolvesmouth, which Gold House co-hosted.
David Benioff, Alexander Woo, Jonathan Pryce and D. B. Weiss John Bradley, Benedict Wong and Aaron Paul
Road House premiere
After premiering at SXSW, Jake Gyllenhaal, Conor McGregor, Lukas Gage, Daniela Melchior, Arturo Castro and Darren Barnet brought their film to New York on Tuesday.
- 3/22/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Vulture Watch
It's a big anniversary for this veteran ABC series. Has the Grey's Anatomy TV show been cancelled or renewed for a 21st season? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Grey's Anatomy, season 21. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
A medical drama series airing on the ABC television network, the Grey's Anatomy TV show stars Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Niko Terho, Midori Francis, Harry Shum Jr., and Adelaide Kane. Recurring actors include Ellen Pompeo, Jessica Capshaw, Alex Landi, Jaicy Elliot, Scott Speedman, and Debbie Allen. The long-running series...
It's a big anniversary for this veteran ABC series. Has the Grey's Anatomy TV show been cancelled or renewed for a 21st season? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Grey's Anatomy, season 21. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
A medical drama series airing on the ABC television network, the Grey's Anatomy TV show stars Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Caterina Scorsone, Camilla Luddington, Kim Raver, Jake Borelli, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Niko Terho, Midori Francis, Harry Shum Jr., and Adelaide Kane. Recurring actors include Ellen Pompeo, Jessica Capshaw, Alex Landi, Jaicy Elliot, Scott Speedman, and Debbie Allen. The long-running series...
- 3/16/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
In her Season 20 preview for Deadline, new Grey’s Anatomy showrunner Meg Marinis called it “back to basics,” and the season premiere, which she wrote, offered just that. In a return to Grey’s early years, the episode ended with Bailey retaking charge of the surgical interns.
The opener started with the interns facing the music after getting themselves in trouble with questionable medical decisions in the Season 19 finale and Nick posing a question to them, “Which one of you am I firing?”
Banned from any doctor duties, the group find themselves in the middle of the action anyway. Simone and Lucas end up in the back of an ambulance trying to stabilize a patient with Bailey and Meredith’s directions while their parked vehicle is being hit by a wayward self-driving car every couple of minutes. (It is unclear why the ambulance was not moved away from the crashing car.
The opener started with the interns facing the music after getting themselves in trouble with questionable medical decisions in the Season 19 finale and Nick posing a question to them, “Which one of you am I firing?”
Banned from any doctor duties, the group find themselves in the middle of the action anyway. Simone and Lucas end up in the back of an ambulance trying to stabilize a patient with Bailey and Meredith’s directions while their parked vehicle is being hit by a wayward self-driving car every couple of minutes. (It is unclear why the ambulance was not moved away from the crashing car.
- 3/15/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Fifteen minutes into the debut episode of Julia Louis-Dreyfus’s podcast, the power is knocked out by a bomb cyclone. Her guest, Jane Fonda, continues speaking, unaware the connection is lost, and Louis-Dreyfus frantically attempts to reconnect, amid a few choice swear words and a blaring home alarm.
Rather than edit it out, Louis-Dreyfus saw it as an asset and kept it in the episode: “It’s just funny. So, I figured why not? Let’s include it. Everybody can relate too. I was so tense.”
The Veep and Seinfeld star was inspired to create Wiser Than Me after watching the 2018 documentary Jane Fonda in Five Acts and reflecting that older women, despite having cultivated decades of wisdom, are rarely heard from. In each episode of the podcast, Louis-Dreyfus asks guests, including Diane von Furstenberg, Isabel Allende and Carol Burnett, about their careers and relationships, as well as their views on sex,...
Rather than edit it out, Louis-Dreyfus saw it as an asset and kept it in the episode: “It’s just funny. So, I figured why not? Let’s include it. Everybody can relate too. I was so tense.”
The Veep and Seinfeld star was inspired to create Wiser Than Me after watching the 2018 documentary Jane Fonda in Five Acts and reflecting that older women, despite having cultivated decades of wisdom, are rarely heard from. In each episode of the podcast, Louis-Dreyfus asks guests, including Diane von Furstenberg, Isabel Allende and Carol Burnett, about their careers and relationships, as well as their views on sex,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Grey’s Anatomy is headed into its 20th season, and that big milestone is front and center in the series’ official poster, which features cast members arranged around the number 20. Like last year’s official cast photo, this year’s poster includes the main cast, plus recurring guest stars Debbie Allen (who is also Grey’s executive producer/director) and Scott Speedman. (The only person missing from last year’s group is Kelly McCreary who exited the series last season.)
Naturally, the three remaining original cast members, Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson and James Pickens Jr., are most prominent.(As Deadline reported in our Season 20 preview, Pompeo, who is an executive producer, will continue to get top billing. While technically no longer a series regular, she still does the voiceovers and recurs, with her character Meredith remaining the heart of the show.)
Among the rest, current couples Owen (Kevin McKidd) & Teddy (Kim Raver...
Naturally, the three remaining original cast members, Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson and James Pickens Jr., are most prominent.(As Deadline reported in our Season 20 preview, Pompeo, who is an executive producer, will continue to get top billing. While technically no longer a series regular, she still does the voiceovers and recurs, with her character Meredith remaining the heart of the show.)
Among the rest, current couples Owen (Kevin McKidd) & Teddy (Kim Raver...
- 3/12/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The wait is almost over. Nine months after the Season 19 finale of Grey’s Anatomy aired on ABC, Season 20 of the venerable medical drama created by Shonda Rhimes premieres on the network this Thursday, March 14. The new season has veteran Grey’s Anatomy writer-producer Meg Marinis at the helm as new showrunner, succeeding Krista Vernoff. It will bring back Jessica Capshaw, reprising her role as Dr. Arizona Robbins, and Alex Landi, returning as Dr. Nico Kim, with Natalie Morales and Freddy Miyares joining in recurring roles as pediatric surgeon Monica Beltran and patient Dorian, respectively.
“It’s the Grey’s Anatomy that fans have been missing for a year,” said Marinis. I’m sad it’s been so long, but we’ll come back, and we’ll come back as strong as ever.”
As revealed in the trailer released by ABC, Season 20 will pick up in the immediate aftermath of the Season 19 finale,...
“It’s the Grey’s Anatomy that fans have been missing for a year,” said Marinis. I’m sad it’s been so long, but we’ll come back, and we’ll come back as strong as ever.”
As revealed in the trailer released by ABC, Season 20 will pick up in the immediate aftermath of the Season 19 finale,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Both Grey’s Anatomy and Station 19 are heading into new seasons—premiering on March 14, starting at 9/8c, following 9-1-1—with characters’ fates left up in the air. But might the new posters, which TV Insider is exclusively unveiling, offer hints as to whether they live or die? The full casts are pictured in the art for both shows, as you can see in the full versions below. For Grey’s Anatomy, that means: Ellen Pompeo (Meredith), Chandra Wilson (Bailey), James Pickens Jr. (Richard), Kim Raver (Teddy), Kevin McKidd (Owen), Caterina Scorsone (Amelia), Anthony Hill (Winston), Chris McCormack (Link), Camilla Luddington (Jo), Scott Speedman (Nick), Debbie Allen (Catherine), Jake Borelli (Levi), Alexis Floyd (Simone), Harry Shum Jr. (Blue), Adelaide Kane (Jules), Midori Francis (Yasuda), and Niko Terho (Lucas). We’ll have to wait to see how many episodes Pompeo and Speedman are in, though they are both pictured. ABC Then, for Station 19, with the tagline,...
- 3/7/2024
- TV Insider
On Wednesday night, the African American Film Critics Association honored the top actors, directors and films of the year at the 15th annual Aafca Awards, in a Los Angeles ceremony hosted by Roy Wood Jr.
One of night’s top honors — which were announced in advance — went to American Fiction star Jeffrey Wright, who delivered a humorous speech about the debt actors owe to critics as he accepted the Legend Award.
“There is a line in The Dresser which, to my mind, is the film that best captures what it is to be an actor,” he began. “Albert Finney, playing this blustery, brilliant, Shakespearean actress, says these horrible words: ‘The critics. Hate the critics. I have nothing but compassion for them. How can one hate the crippled, the mentally deficient, and the dead?'”
“I’ve been changed,” Wright said to a response of thunderous laughter. “After this moment I...
One of night’s top honors — which were announced in advance — went to American Fiction star Jeffrey Wright, who delivered a humorous speech about the debt actors owe to critics as he accepted the Legend Award.
“There is a line in The Dresser which, to my mind, is the film that best captures what it is to be an actor,” he began. “Albert Finney, playing this blustery, brilliant, Shakespearean actress, says these horrible words: ‘The critics. Hate the critics. I have nothing but compassion for them. How can one hate the crippled, the mentally deficient, and the dead?'”
“I’ve been changed,” Wright said to a response of thunderous laughter. “After this moment I...
- 2/22/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It’s been almost 20 years since Mariah Carey last won a Grammy, so when she received the Global Impact Award from the Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective, she offered a dose of her signature comical shade.
“Is this a real Grammy? I haven’t seen one in soooooo long,” she said Thursday night as she held the award.
“It’s weird. I don’t know,” Carey continued while laughing as the audience at the Fairmont Century Plaza cheered her on. “We’ll figure out what this is later.”
Carey is easily one of the best-selling acts of all-time and holds the record for most No. 1 hits — 20 — by a solo artist. She’s been nominated for 34 Grammys, winning five: best new artist and best female pop vocal performance (“Vision of Love”) in 1991, as well as three R&b honors at the 2006 ceremony for “We Belong Together” and The Emancipation of Mimi.
“Is this a real Grammy? I haven’t seen one in soooooo long,” she said Thursday night as she held the award.
“It’s weird. I don’t know,” Carey continued while laughing as the audience at the Fairmont Century Plaza cheered her on. “We’ll figure out what this is later.”
Carey is easily one of the best-selling acts of all-time and holds the record for most No. 1 hits — 20 — by a solo artist. She’s been nominated for 34 Grammys, winning five: best new artist and best female pop vocal performance (“Vision of Love”) in 1991, as well as three R&b honors at the 2006 ceremony for “We Belong Together” and The Emancipation of Mimi.
- 2/2/2024
- by Mesfin Fekadu
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
She’s baaack! Ellen Pompeo‘s on-screen status as Meredith Grey in the upcoming 20th season of “Grey’s Anatomy” has remained a mystery … up until now. The actress was always expected to do the voice-over narration for the new episodes, but what about actually appearing on TV’s longest-running primetime medical series ever? Well, the mystery has been solved thanks to ABC’s just-released “Grey’s Anatomy” Season 20 video trailer (watch above).
“How long do I have to wait?” Meredith asks at the start of the 60-second promo. The answer for fans is exactly 43 days, because the first of the 10 new episodes will premiere on Thursday, March 14, 2024. Note that Season 20 was delayed until mid-season due to the writers’ and actors’ strikes of 2023 — see the cast list.
Meredith is later seen in the hospital hallway when Miranda Bailey (Chandra Wilson) warns her that “the interns are in trouble.” And Meredith’s first...
“How long do I have to wait?” Meredith asks at the start of the 60-second promo. The answer for fans is exactly 43 days, because the first of the 10 new episodes will premiere on Thursday, March 14, 2024. Note that Season 20 was delayed until mid-season due to the writers’ and actors’ strikes of 2023 — see the cast list.
Meredith is later seen in the hospital hallway when Miranda Bailey (Chandra Wilson) warns her that “the interns are in trouble.” And Meredith’s first...
- 1/31/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Hinton Battle, a three-time Tony Award-winning actor who first brought to life the role of Scarecrow in Broadway’s The Wiz, has died. He was 67. His passing was confirmed by his friend, actor and choreographer Debbie Allen, who shared the news on her Instagram page. “Today I honor Hinton Battle, my dear friend who left us to dance and sing in God’s Ensemble last night,” she wrote. “He fought this battle to live and be creative impacting audiences and young people across the globe.” She continued, “Let us always hold him high in our hearts and in our mind’s eye and forever speak his name.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Debbie Allen (@therealdebbieallen) A cause of death has not been revealed at time of writing. Battle was born on November 29, 1956, in West Germany, part of the Baumholder Army Military Community, and raised in Washington,...
- 1/31/2024
- TV Insider
Hinton Battle, a three-time Tony Award winning actor who originated the role of Scarecrow in Broadway’s The Wiz, died yesterday. He was 67.
His death was confirmed by his friend, the actor and choreographer Debbie Allen. A cause was not disclosed.
“Today I honor Hinton Battle, my dear friend who left us to dance and sing in God’s Ensemble last night,” Allen wrote on Instagram today. “He fought this battle to live and be creative impacting audiences and young people across the globe. Let us always hold him high in our hearts and in our mind’s eye and forever speak his name.”
Launching his Broadway career in The Wiz (1975), Battle would go on to appear in such celebrated musicals as Dancin’, Sophisticated Ladies, Dreamgirls, The Tap Dance Kid, Miss Saigon and the longrunning revival of Chicago. He won Tony Awards for Best Featured Actor/Musical for Sophisticated Ladies...
His death was confirmed by his friend, the actor and choreographer Debbie Allen. A cause was not disclosed.
“Today I honor Hinton Battle, my dear friend who left us to dance and sing in God’s Ensemble last night,” Allen wrote on Instagram today. “He fought this battle to live and be creative impacting audiences and young people across the globe. Let us always hold him high in our hearts and in our mind’s eye and forever speak his name.”
Launching his Broadway career in The Wiz (1975), Battle would go on to appear in such celebrated musicals as Dancin’, Sophisticated Ladies, Dreamgirls, The Tap Dance Kid, Miss Saigon and the longrunning revival of Chicago. He won Tony Awards for Best Featured Actor/Musical for Sophisticated Ladies...
- 1/30/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s hard to believe Grey’s Anatomy has been on the air for almost 20 years.
As a midseason replacement back in 2005, the show wasn’t expected to break out in the way it has done.
Despite big casting shake-ups, it remains one of ABC’s most popular dramas and will likely be on the air for countless more years.
With Grey’s Anatomy Season 20 just around the corner, it’s time to take a look at everything we know about the milestone season.
We even have an update on Ellen Pompeo’s return as Meredith Grey.
Get all the details below.
Grey’s Anatomy Season 20: when will it premiere?
The medical drama will return from an extended hiatus on Thursday, March 14, at 9/8c.
Unlike previous years, it will air out of 9-1-1, which is moving from Fox.
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As a midseason replacement back in 2005, the show wasn’t expected to break out in the way it has done.
Despite big casting shake-ups, it remains one of ABC’s most popular dramas and will likely be on the air for countless more years.
With Grey’s Anatomy Season 20 just around the corner, it’s time to take a look at everything we know about the milestone season.
We even have an update on Ellen Pompeo’s return as Meredith Grey.
Get all the details below.
Grey’s Anatomy Season 20: when will it premiere?
The medical drama will return from an extended hiatus on Thursday, March 14, at 9/8c.
Unlike previous years, it will air out of 9-1-1, which is moving from Fox.
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- 1/29/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
GLAAD received the Television Academy’s 2023 Governors Award on Monday at the 75th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer media-advocacy organization was recognized for its work to secure fair, accurate and diverse representation of the LGBTQ community in the media and entertainment industries and to advocate for LGBTQ equality.
“For all of us at GLAAD, this work is personal, for me, it’s about my wife and our kids, because what the world sees on TV directly influences how we treat each other and the decisions we make in our living rooms, schools, at work, and at the ballot box,” GLAAD president Sarah Kate Ellis said tonight onstage to accept the honorary Emmy from presenters Hannah Waddingham and Colman Domingo.
“The world urgently needs culture-changing stories about transgender people. More people say they have seen a ghost than know a trans person. When you don’t know people,...
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer media-advocacy organization was recognized for its work to secure fair, accurate and diverse representation of the LGBTQ community in the media and entertainment industries and to advocate for LGBTQ equality.
“For all of us at GLAAD, this work is personal, for me, it’s about my wife and our kids, because what the world sees on TV directly influences how we treat each other and the decisions we make in our living rooms, schools, at work, and at the ballot box,” GLAAD president Sarah Kate Ellis said tonight onstage to accept the honorary Emmy from presenters Hannah Waddingham and Colman Domingo.
“The world urgently needs culture-changing stories about transgender people. More people say they have seen a ghost than know a trans person. When you don’t know people,...
- 1/16/2024
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Angelina Jolie is getting into this year’s Oscar race.
As AMPAS voting enters its final days, the Academy Award winner today threw her support behind Ava DuVernay’s Origin in what looks to be doubling down by any other name.
First of all, Jolie held an invite-only get together at her home Sunday to around two dozen guests With DuVernay and Origin star Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor in attendance, Jolie spoke passionately about the film, sources say.
Multiple Emmy and Tony winner Debbie Allen and Frances Fisher (Actors branch) were there too. Old Guard 2 director Victoria Mahoney and Professor Marston and the Wonder Women helmer Angela Robinson (Directors branch) and Lost in Translation costume designer Nancy Steiner (Costume Designers branch) were also present, I’ve learned.
Sunday’s soiree is to be followed by a screening of Origin in West Hollywood tomorrow afternoon with Jolie moderating an on-stage panel with director/writer DuVernay and Ellis-Taylor.
As AMPAS voting enters its final days, the Academy Award winner today threw her support behind Ava DuVernay’s Origin in what looks to be doubling down by any other name.
First of all, Jolie held an invite-only get together at her home Sunday to around two dozen guests With DuVernay and Origin star Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor in attendance, Jolie spoke passionately about the film, sources say.
Multiple Emmy and Tony winner Debbie Allen and Frances Fisher (Actors branch) were there too. Old Guard 2 director Victoria Mahoney and Professor Marston and the Wonder Women helmer Angela Robinson (Directors branch) and Lost in Translation costume designer Nancy Steiner (Costume Designers branch) were also present, I’ve learned.
Sunday’s soiree is to be followed by a screening of Origin in West Hollywood tomorrow afternoon with Jolie moderating an on-stage panel with director/writer DuVernay and Ellis-Taylor.
- 1/15/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
An emotional Derek Hough took home the gold Sunday at the Creative Arts Emmys for Outstanding Choreography. Through tears, he dedicated his win to wife Hayley Erbert.
“Exactly a month ago I was in the hospital. this is a different moment,” he said, choking up after winning the fourth Emmy of his career for choreographing Michael Buble’s “Higher.” “A life-changing moment reminded me to really savor each every moment.”
“What a stark contrast this has been,” he continued. “I just flew in from Washington, DC, last night.”
He then went on to dedicate his Emmy to “my beautiful wife. Your strength and your courage this whole month has been unbelievable,” he continued. “You inspire me every day.”
Hough and Erbert, who were married in August, were performing their Symphony of Dance tour in December when she became disoriented and was rushed to the hospital. She was diagnosed with a...
“Exactly a month ago I was in the hospital. this is a different moment,” he said, choking up after winning the fourth Emmy of his career for choreographing Michael Buble’s “Higher.” “A life-changing moment reminded me to really savor each every moment.”
“What a stark contrast this has been,” he continued. “I just flew in from Washington, DC, last night.”
He then went on to dedicate his Emmy to “my beautiful wife. Your strength and your courage this whole month has been unbelievable,” he continued. “You inspire me every day.”
Hough and Erbert, who were married in August, were performing their Symphony of Dance tour in December when she became disoriented and was rushed to the hospital. She was diagnosed with a...
- 1/8/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: “This is a beautiful piece of art that I had no idea was going to resonate so deeply with me,” Regina King declared at last night’s overflowing tastemaker screening of Ava DuVernay’s Origin. “It’s a film about connectivity,” the Oscar winner added to the heavy hitter crowd. “I believe this is a film that will be studied in Anthropology classes for years and years to come.”
“Stunning, thank you,” King even more bluntly said of Origin to When They See Us vets DuVernay and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and wide applause from influential onlookers.
In a rare public appearance, the acclaimed actor and director took center stage with DuVernay and Ellis-Taylor Thursday to praise and delve into the film based on Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson’s 2020 bestseller Caste: The Origin of Our Discontents. The screening at West Hollywood’s London hotel was just the latest in a...
“Stunning, thank you,” King even more bluntly said of Origin to When They See Us vets DuVernay and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and wide applause from influential onlookers.
In a rare public appearance, the acclaimed actor and director took center stage with DuVernay and Ellis-Taylor Thursday to praise and delve into the film based on Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson’s 2020 bestseller Caste: The Origin of Our Discontents. The screening at West Hollywood’s London hotel was just the latest in a...
- 1/6/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Maurice Hines, an actor, dancer and choreographer who starred with his brother Gregory Hines in Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Cotton Club,” died Friday. He was 80.
Friends including Debbie Allen and John Manzari reported the news of his death.
Hines began studying tap dancing at 5 years old, making his Broadway debut in “The Girl in Pink Tights” in 1954. With an act modeled after the Nicholas Brothers, Maurice and his older brother Gregory, who died in 2003, began touring with their dancer father as Hines, Hines & Dad, appearing across the country and on several TV shows.
When Maurice Hines decided to go solo, he was cast as Nathan Detroit in a national tour of “Guys and Dolls,” then performed on Broadway in “Eubie!” On “Uptown…It’s Hot!” he worked as choreographer and performer, netting a Tony nomination for best actor in a musical.
Among the other shows he choreographed were “Harlem Suite,...
Friends including Debbie Allen and John Manzari reported the news of his death.
Hines began studying tap dancing at 5 years old, making his Broadway debut in “The Girl in Pink Tights” in 1954. With an act modeled after the Nicholas Brothers, Maurice and his older brother Gregory, who died in 2003, began touring with their dancer father as Hines, Hines & Dad, appearing across the country and on several TV shows.
When Maurice Hines decided to go solo, he was cast as Nathan Detroit in a national tour of “Guys and Dolls,” then performed on Broadway in “Eubie!” On “Uptown…It’s Hot!” he worked as choreographer and performer, netting a Tony nomination for best actor in a musical.
Among the other shows he choreographed were “Harlem Suite,...
- 12/30/2023
- by Pat Saperstein
- Variety Film + TV
Maurice Hines, who tap danced his way to a Tony nomination during a long stage career and was a frequent TV guest, has died at the age of 80, according to reports from friends and family.
Hines began working in show business at age five. He made his Broadway debut in The Girl in the Pink Tights in 1954, and went on to appear in Eubie!, Sophisticated Ladies, Bring Back Birdie, and Uptown…It’s Hot!, the latter winning him a Tony nomination. He later was Nathan Detroit in a 2001 tour of Guys and Dolls, working with Debbie Allen, Leslie Uggams, and Richard Roundtree.
The capstone to his career was the show Maurice Hines: Tapping Through Life, a tribute to his family that was filled with anecdotes about working with Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, and others.
He staged the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in 1990, becoming the first African American to direct at the famed venue.
Hines began working in show business at age five. He made his Broadway debut in The Girl in the Pink Tights in 1954, and went on to appear in Eubie!, Sophisticated Ladies, Bring Back Birdie, and Uptown…It’s Hot!, the latter winning him a Tony nomination. He later was Nathan Detroit in a 2001 tour of Guys and Dolls, working with Debbie Allen, Leslie Uggams, and Richard Roundtree.
The capstone to his career was the show Maurice Hines: Tapping Through Life, a tribute to his family that was filled with anecdotes about working with Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, and others.
He staged the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in 1990, becoming the first African American to direct at the famed venue.
- 12/30/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Maurice Hines, the Broadway dancer, choreographer and actor who famously showcased his skills alongside his late younger brother, Gregory Hines, in a Nicholas Brothers-like act featured in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Cotton Club, has died. He was 80.
Hines died Friday of natural causes at the Actors Fund Home in Englewood, New Jersey, his cousin and rep, Richard Nurse, told The Hollywood Reporter. He lived there for a couple of years.
The elegant, Harlem-born Hines received a Tony Award nomination in 1986 for best actor in a musical for Uptown … It’s Hot and starred again on Broadway in 2006’s Hot Feet. He conceived, directed and choreographed both productions.
In his THR review of the 2019 documentary Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back, Frank Scheck wrote that the Hines brothers had a falling out and didn’t talk for 10 years “for reasons that Maurice refuses to discuss to this day. He provides no explanation in the film,...
Hines died Friday of natural causes at the Actors Fund Home in Englewood, New Jersey, his cousin and rep, Richard Nurse, told The Hollywood Reporter. He lived there for a couple of years.
The elegant, Harlem-born Hines received a Tony Award nomination in 1986 for best actor in a musical for Uptown … It’s Hot and starred again on Broadway in 2006’s Hot Feet. He conceived, directed and choreographed both productions.
In his THR review of the 2019 documentary Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back, Frank Scheck wrote that the Hines brothers had a falling out and didn’t talk for 10 years “for reasons that Maurice refuses to discuss to this day. He provides no explanation in the film,...
- 12/30/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Kennedy Center Honors selections for 2023 are Billy Crystal, Renee Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick. These veteran artists were honored Sunday, December 3, in Washington, D.C. at a ceremony hosted by previous honoree Gloria Estefan (who kicked off the show with her hit song “Get On Your Feet”). CBS and Paramount+ will air the 46th annual ceremony tonight, Wednesday, December 27.
Crystal is an Emmy and Tony Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, writer and director. Fleming is one of the most highly acclaimed singers of our time, performing on the stages of the world’s great opera houses and concert halls. Gibb, of the musical group The Bee Gees, is a nine-time Grammy Award winner and an inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Latifah is a Grammy and Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated musician, actress, producer, label president, author and entrepreneur. Warwick’s...
Crystal is an Emmy and Tony Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, writer and director. Fleming is one of the most highly acclaimed singers of our time, performing on the stages of the world’s great opera houses and concert halls. Gibb, of the musical group The Bee Gees, is a nine-time Grammy Award winner and an inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Latifah is a Grammy and Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated musician, actress, producer, label president, author and entrepreneur. Warwick’s...
- 12/27/2023
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Earlier this month, Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah, and Dionne Warwick were feted with one of the most prestigious honors that an artist can receive in the United States when they became Kennedy Center Honorees. Now, on Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 8 p.m. Et, CBS will broadcast the 46th annual Kennedy Center Honors, as a host of incredible artists will celebrate the lives, careers, and contributions of this extraordinary group of artists. You can watch CBS with a 5-Day Free Trial of Directv Stream. You can also watch with Paramount Plus, Hulu Live TV, Fubo, or YouTube TV.
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- 12/27/2023
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
The 2023 Kennedy Center Honors special is airing this week and it marks the 46th celebration of the arts from the nation’s capital!
Billy Crystal, Queen Latifah, Renee Fleming, Dionne Warwick, and Barry Gibb are being honored at this year’s event, which was pre-taped earlier this month at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
CBS will be airing the special on Wednesday (December 27) at 9pm Et/Pt and we have the star-studded list of performers and presenters who will appear.
The Kennedy Center Honors recognizes and celebrates individuals whose unique contributions have shaped the way we see ourselves, each other and our world. Recipients have each had an impact on the rich tapestry of American life and culture through the performing arts. Whether in music, dance, theater, opera, motion pictures or television, each Kennedy Center Honoree has a unique place in the national consciousness and their influence has...
Billy Crystal, Queen Latifah, Renee Fleming, Dionne Warwick, and Barry Gibb are being honored at this year’s event, which was pre-taped earlier this month at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
CBS will be airing the special on Wednesday (December 27) at 9pm Et/Pt and we have the star-studded list of performers and presenters who will appear.
The Kennedy Center Honors recognizes and celebrates individuals whose unique contributions have shaped the way we see ourselves, each other and our world. Recipients have each had an impact on the rich tapestry of American life and culture through the performing arts. Whether in music, dance, theater, opera, motion pictures or television, each Kennedy Center Honoree has a unique place in the national consciousness and their influence has...
- 12/27/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
In a sad bit of coincidence, the Hollywood, Health & Society at the USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center honored its 2023 Sentinel Awards winners on Wednesday night, just hours after the passing of its namesake and inspiration, the legendary Norman Lear.
Emmy-winning comedian and writer Larry Wilmore hosted the event and introduced this year’s 11 winners, including writers behind the series “Mrs. Davis,” “Fleishman is in Trouble” and “Tiny Beautiful Things.” But before the awards were handed out, Wilmore took a moment to pay tribute to Lear. And remarks from Lear’s wife, Lyn, were shared with the audience.
“Well you got to say this about Norman – the man knew how to make an exit,” Wilmore joked. “He knew his audience. And wanted us to make sure we were all listening.
“A giant has left us and we’re going to do him proud,” he added. “This evening meant a lot...
Emmy-winning comedian and writer Larry Wilmore hosted the event and introduced this year’s 11 winners, including writers behind the series “Mrs. Davis,” “Fleishman is in Trouble” and “Tiny Beautiful Things.” But before the awards were handed out, Wilmore took a moment to pay tribute to Lear. And remarks from Lear’s wife, Lyn, were shared with the audience.
“Well you got to say this about Norman – the man knew how to make an exit,” Wilmore joked. “He knew his audience. And wanted us to make sure we were all listening.
“A giant has left us and we’re going to do him proud,” he added. “This evening meant a lot...
- 12/7/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Hollywood, Health and Society at the USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center toasted its 2023 Sentinel Awards winners on Wednesday at the Writers Guild Theater in Beverly Hills, where Lear’s life took center stage after his passing was announced earlier in the day at the age of 101.
Lear’s wife Lyn sent a statement to be read aloud to Sentinel attendees at the beginning of the show by founding director of the Norman Lear Center Marty Kaplan, as she wrote, “I would have been there tonight if not for the passing of our beloved Norman. He was so proud of the work of The Lear Center and Hollywood, Health and Society. And he would not have wanted all of us to mourn. He would want us to celebrate the important shows you are honoring tonight, and most of all, he would have want us to laugh.”
Larry Wilmore served as host of the evening,...
Lear’s wife Lyn sent a statement to be read aloud to Sentinel attendees at the beginning of the show by founding director of the Norman Lear Center Marty Kaplan, as she wrote, “I would have been there tonight if not for the passing of our beloved Norman. He was so proud of the work of The Lear Center and Hollywood, Health and Society. And he would not have wanted all of us to mourn. He would want us to celebrate the important shows you are honoring tonight, and most of all, he would have want us to laugh.”
Larry Wilmore served as host of the evening,...
- 12/7/2023
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The death of Norman Lear at the age of 101 ended the reign of one of the most prolific television producers in the industry’s history. Lear was known for pushing viewers’ buttons in some of his most unforgettable television series, including All in the Family, Maude, Sanford and Son, One Day at a Time, The Jeffersons, and Good Times. Lear never shied away from tackling the tough topics. Here are 5 of Norman Lear’s most controversial TV episodes.
‘All in the Family’: Edith’s 50th Birthday
The two-part All in the Family episode titled “Edith’s 50th Birthday” was a dark look into Edith Bunker’s (Jean Stapelton) attempted rape. It was the first time a television sitcom dealt directly with the subject.
The season 8 episode centered on Edith’s milestone birthday. As her family was next door planning her birthday party, an attacker posing as a police detective entered her home.
‘All in the Family’: Edith’s 50th Birthday
The two-part All in the Family episode titled “Edith’s 50th Birthday” was a dark look into Edith Bunker’s (Jean Stapelton) attempted rape. It was the first time a television sitcom dealt directly with the subject.
The season 8 episode centered on Edith’s milestone birthday. As her family was next door planning her birthday party, an attacker posing as a police detective entered her home.
- 12/6/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, the 5th Annual African American Film Critics Association (Aafca) TV Honors were held at Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, California. Gold Derby associate editor Latasha Ford and senior editor Marcus J. Dixon were on the red carpet to interview honorees, award winners, legendary TV stars and more. Check out the exclusive red-carpet interviews with Jennifer Hudson, Delroy Lindo, Jessica Williams, Marla Gibbs and more above!
See Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Williams, ‘P-Valley’ among winners in 5th Annual Aafca TV Awards
2023 honorees and winners list:
Honorees:
Jennifer Hudson – “We See You” Award
Marla Gibbs – Legend Award
Delroy Lindo – Legacy Award
“Ted Lasso” – Inclusion Award
“S.W.A.T.” – Impact Award
Winners:
Best TV Comedy – “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
Best TV Drama – “P-Valley” (Starz)
Best New Show – “Mo” (Netflix)
Best Documentary – “The 1619 Project” (Onyx Collective/Hulu)
Best Limited Series – “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock)
Best TV Movie...
See Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jessica Williams, ‘P-Valley’ among winners in 5th Annual Aafca TV Awards
2023 honorees and winners list:
Honorees:
Jennifer Hudson – “We See You” Award
Marla Gibbs – Legend Award
Delroy Lindo – Legacy Award
“Ted Lasso” – Inclusion Award
“S.W.A.T.” – Impact Award
Winners:
Best TV Comedy – “Abbott Elementary” (ABC)
Best TV Drama – “P-Valley” (Starz)
Best New Show – “Mo” (Netflix)
Best Documentary – “The 1619 Project” (Onyx Collective/Hulu)
Best Limited Series – “The Best Man: The Final Chapters” (Peacock)
Best TV Movie...
- 12/5/2023
- by Latasha Ford and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
We’re getting a hint as to the number of episodes Ellen Pompeo will appear in Season 20 of Grey’s Anatomy. Star and executive producer Debbie Allen shared some thoughts with Et about the upcoming season at the Kennedy Center Honors Monday night, revealing that Pompeo will be back for at least two episodes.
Pompeo, who starred as Meredith Grey in the ABC medical drama since the series’ launch, appeared as a series regular through Season 19. She last appeared as a series regular in the February 23 winter return, her final day at Grey Sloan Memorial as she heads off to Boston where she has accepted a job offer to work on Alzheimer’s research.
“The first episode is the one I’m going to direct, so she won’t be too far,” Allen said of Pompeo. “We have to let her go and do some other things, but she’s still our queen.
Pompeo, who starred as Meredith Grey in the ABC medical drama since the series’ launch, appeared as a series regular through Season 19. She last appeared as a series regular in the February 23 winter return, her final day at Grey Sloan Memorial as she heads off to Boston where she has accepted a job offer to work on Alzheimer’s research.
“The first episode is the one I’m going to direct, so she won’t be too far,” Allen said of Pompeo. “We have to let her go and do some other things, but she’s still our queen.
- 12/5/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Ellen Pompeo officially left her role as a series regular on Grey’s Anatomy during the show’s 19th season, but you can expect her to return in season 20!
ABC recently announced that the 20th season will premiere in March 2024 and we already know that some stars are returning and not returning.
Now we’ve learned that Ellen will for sure be back for some guest appearances.
Keep reading to find out more…
While attending the Kennedy Center Honors event over the weekend, Debbie Allen revealed that fans can expect a couple appearances from Ellen.
“Miss Thing is there, honey,” she told Entertainment Tonight. “She’s in the first episode, and she’s in the one I’m going to direct. We have to let her go and do some other things, but she’s still our queen. She’s still our No. 1 on the call sheet.”
Here’s what happened...
ABC recently announced that the 20th season will premiere in March 2024 and we already know that some stars are returning and not returning.
Now we’ve learned that Ellen will for sure be back for some guest appearances.
Keep reading to find out more…
While attending the Kennedy Center Honors event over the weekend, Debbie Allen revealed that fans can expect a couple appearances from Ellen.
“Miss Thing is there, honey,” she told Entertainment Tonight. “She’s in the first episode, and she’s in the one I’m going to direct. We have to let her go and do some other things, but she’s still our queen. She’s still our No. 1 on the call sheet.”
Here’s what happened...
- 12/5/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
When news emerged that Grey's Anatomy Season 20 production was underway, there was a big question mark over Ellen Pompeo's name.
After departing as a series regular during Grey's Anatomy Season 19, Meredith Grey returned with professional and personal breakthroughs later that season.
Her story was seemingly at its end, but Pompeo had been adamant about coming back here and there following her exit.
And it seems she still has a soft spot for Meredith and her former colleagues because she's lined up more than one appearance in the upcoming season.
The news came courtesy of costar and director Debbie Allen, who was asked by Entertainment Tonight about Pompeo's status on the call sheet.
"Miss Thing is there, honey," enthused Allen.
"She's in the first episode, and she's in the one I'm going to direct.
9-1-1 Paired With Grey's Anatomy as ABC Sets Delayed 2023-24 Premiere Dates
"We have to...
After departing as a series regular during Grey's Anatomy Season 19, Meredith Grey returned with professional and personal breakthroughs later that season.
Her story was seemingly at its end, but Pompeo had been adamant about coming back here and there following her exit.
And it seems she still has a soft spot for Meredith and her former colleagues because she's lined up more than one appearance in the upcoming season.
The news came courtesy of costar and director Debbie Allen, who was asked by Entertainment Tonight about Pompeo's status on the call sheet.
"Miss Thing is there, honey," enthused Allen.
"She's in the first episode, and she's in the one I'm going to direct.
9-1-1 Paired With Grey's Anatomy as ABC Sets Delayed 2023-24 Premiere Dates
"We have to...
- 12/5/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
As if Ellen Pompeo was ever really gone-gone from Grey’s Anatomy! Castmate and executive producer Debbie Allen confirmed for Et at the Kennedy Center Honors Monday that the Og will be back for at least a couple of appearances in Season 20 of the enduring ABC drama.
Grey’s Anatomy: 5 Things We Want to See in Season 20 (and 1 Thing We Don’T!)View List
“Miss Thing is there, honey,” said Allen. “She’s in the first episode, and she’s in the one I’m going to direct. We have to let her go and do some other things, but she’s still our queen.
Grey’s Anatomy: 5 Things We Want to See in Season 20 (and 1 Thing We Don’T!)View List
“Miss Thing is there, honey,” said Allen. “She’s in the first episode, and she’s in the one I’m going to direct. We have to let her go and do some other things, but she’s still our queen.
- 12/5/2023
- by Charlie Mason
- TVLine.com
President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden are honoring this year’s Kennedy Center Honors recipients!
Queen Latifah, Billy Crystal, Dionne Warwick, opera singer Renée Fleming, and the Bee Gees‘ Barry Gibb were recognized for their achievements in the performing arts during the 2023 Kennedy Center Honors event on Sunday (December 3) in Washington, DC.
Keep reading to find out more…
“As simple as it is profound, performing arts are more than just sound and scene — they reflect who we are as Americans and as human beings,” President Biden said at the reception. “That’s especially true for more than 200 Kennedy Center honorees over the past 46 years, who have helped shape how we see ourselves, how we see each other and how we see our world.”
Past recipients in attendance included Lin-Manuel Miranda, Debbie Allen, Robert De Niro, and Rita Moreno.
Other guests in attendance included Ariana DeBose, Christine Baranski,...
Queen Latifah, Billy Crystal, Dionne Warwick, opera singer Renée Fleming, and the Bee Gees‘ Barry Gibb were recognized for their achievements in the performing arts during the 2023 Kennedy Center Honors event on Sunday (December 3) in Washington, DC.
Keep reading to find out more…
“As simple as it is profound, performing arts are more than just sound and scene — they reflect who we are as Americans and as human beings,” President Biden said at the reception. “That’s especially true for more than 200 Kennedy Center honorees over the past 46 years, who have helped shape how we see ourselves, how we see each other and how we see our world.”
Past recipients in attendance included Lin-Manuel Miranda, Debbie Allen, Robert De Niro, and Rita Moreno.
Other guests in attendance included Ariana DeBose, Christine Baranski,...
- 12/4/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Washington — The Kennedy Center Honors was a decidedly tuneful affair, with musical talents representing four of its five recipients – vocalists and/or songwriters Dionne Warwick, Renée Fleming, Queen Latifah and Barry Gibb — along with actor/comedian/filmmaker Billy Crystal.
The program, in its 46th year, followed the traditional format that showcases tributes to each honoree by artists and celebs whose identities are undisclosed in advance. It kicked off with a lively parade of dancers down the aisles, led by emcee and former honoree Gloria Estefan and accompanied by Sheila E on drums — a first for the event. Produced again by Done and Dusted Inc., it will air Dec. 27 on CBS.
Omitted this year was one familiar staple at the event – the inclusion of brief video biographies of each honoree that emphasized their childhoods and routes to success. Instead, minimal use of videos embellished career highlights.
The tribute to Warwick led...
The program, in its 46th year, followed the traditional format that showcases tributes to each honoree by artists and celebs whose identities are undisclosed in advance. It kicked off with a lively parade of dancers down the aisles, led by emcee and former honoree Gloria Estefan and accompanied by Sheila E on drums — a first for the event. Produced again by Done and Dusted Inc., it will air Dec. 27 on CBS.
Omitted this year was one familiar staple at the event – the inclusion of brief video biographies of each honoree that emphasized their childhoods and routes to success. Instead, minimal use of videos embellished career highlights.
The tribute to Warwick led...
- 12/4/2023
- by Paul Harris
- Variety Film + TV
The newest group of Kennedy Center honorees, including comedian Billy Crystal and actor Queen Latifah, were feted Sunday night at a star-studded event commemorating their lifetime achievement in arts and entertainment.
Opera singer Renée Fleming, music star Barry Gibb and prolific hitmaker Dionne Warwick were also honored at the black-tie gala. Each received personalized tributes, including appearances and performances that are typically kept secret from the honorees themselves.
President Joe Biden welcomed the honorees to the White House before the event, saying the performing arts “reflect who we are as Americans and as human beings.”
The honorees “have helped shape how we see ourselves, how we see each other and how we see our world,” said Biden who then introduced this year’s class with a set of glowing superlatives about their work.
Biden and First Lady Jill Biden then headed to the Kennedy Center to attend the festivities. The...
Opera singer Renée Fleming, music star Barry Gibb and prolific hitmaker Dionne Warwick were also honored at the black-tie gala. Each received personalized tributes, including appearances and performances that are typically kept secret from the honorees themselves.
President Joe Biden welcomed the honorees to the White House before the event, saying the performing arts “reflect who we are as Americans and as human beings.”
The honorees “have helped shape how we see ourselves, how we see each other and how we see our world,” said Biden who then introduced this year’s class with a set of glowing superlatives about their work.
Biden and First Lady Jill Biden then headed to the Kennedy Center to attend the festivities. The...
- 12/4/2023
- by The Associated Press
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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