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Late-night comics have long been relentless in skewering Donald Trump. Now it's Joe Biden's turn
Read full article: Late-night comics have long been relentless in skewering Donald Trump. Now it's Joe Biden's turnSince Donald Trump's emergence on the political scene, late-night comics like Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel have made him a relentless target.
Two weeks that imperiled Biden's presidency left him on probation in the court of Democratic opinion
Read full article: Two weeks that imperiled Biden's presidency left him on probation in the court of Democratic opinionIt's been two weeks since President Joe Biden's debate with Donald Trump and Democrats are torn over what to do about their predicament.
Clooney and Roberts help Biden raise $30 million-plus at a star-studded Hollywood gala
Read full article: Clooney and Roberts help Biden raise $30 million-plus at a star-studded Hollywood galaSome of Hollywood’s brightest stars headlined a fundraiser for President Joe Biden in Los Angeles that took in a record $30 million-plus for a Democratic candidate, according to his campaign.
Hollywood's A-listers are lining up behind Joe Biden. Will their support matter in November?
Read full article: Hollywood's A-listers are lining up behind Joe Biden. Will their support matter in November?Celebrities are increasingly lending their star power to President Joe Biden, hoping to energize their fans to vote for him in November and entice donors to pony up for his campaign.
Who's laughing? LateNighter, a digital news site about late-night TV, hopes to buck media trends
Read full article: Who's laughing? LateNighter, a digital news site about late-night TV, hopes to buck media trendsThe media industry is crumbling, and late-night comedy on television has less than half of the audience than it had a decade ago.
'Civil War,' an election-year provocation, premieres at SXSW film festival
Read full article: 'Civil War,' an election-year provocation, premieres at SXSW film festival"Civil War,” Alex Garland’s election-year provocation, debuted at the SXSW Film and TV Festival, unveiling a violent vision of a near-future America at war with itself.
Oscars' strikes tributes highlight solidarity, and the possible labor struggles to come
Read full article: Oscars' strikes tributes highlight solidarity, and the possible labor struggles to comeLabor strife remains an issue in Hollywood after two major strikes were resolved, and the Academy Awards didn’t sidestep that.
'Oppenheimer' crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war
Read full article: 'Oppenheimer' crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war“Oppenheimer,” a solemn three-hour biopic that became an unlikely billion-dollar box-office sensation, was crowed best picture at a 96th Academy Awards that doubled as a coronation for Christopher Nolan.
Oscars producers promise cameos and surprises for Sunday’s (1 hour earlier) show
Read full article: Oscars producers promise cameos and surprises for Sunday’s (1 hour earlier) showWith just a few days to go until the 96th Academy Awards on Sunday, the show’s producers are feeling good about what they’ve put together.
Q&A: Jimmy Kimmel is hosting the Oscars again. This time, it's an election year
Read full article: Q&A: Jimmy Kimmel is hosting the Oscars again. This time, it's an election yearThrough one of the most tumultuous periods in Oscar history, through flub and slap, Jimmy Kimmel has emerged as the steadying hand and abiding face of the Academy Awards.
Humorously morose comedian Richard Lewis, who recently starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' dies at 76
Read full article: Humorously morose comedian Richard Lewis, who recently starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' dies at 76Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic, stream-of-consciousness diatribes while dressed in all-black, leading to his nickname “The Prince of Pain,” has died.
The Oscars are almost here. Here's what to know and how to watch
Read full article: The Oscars are almost here. Here's what to know and how to watchAfter a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all, the Academy Awards, are around the corner.
'Barbie' Oscars snubs prompt a backlash, even from Ken (and Hillary)
Read full article: 'Barbie' Oscars snubs prompt a backlash, even from Ken (and Hillary)When the Academy Awards passed over Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie for best director and best actress for “Barbie,” many saw some the patriarchy of their film at work.
Pat McAfee announces Aaron Rodgers' appearances are over for the rest of this NFL season
Read full article: Pat McAfee announces Aaron Rodgers' appearances are over for the rest of this NFL seasonAaron Rodgers’ Tuesday appearances on “The Pat McAfee Show” are over for the rest of this NFL season, possibly longer.
Aaron Rodgers denies implying comic Jimmy Kimmel was tied to Epstein and condemns those who do
Read full article: Aaron Rodgers denies implying comic Jimmy Kimmel was tied to Epstein and condemns those who doNew York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers denies he implied comic Jimmy Kimmel was a pedophile and condemned those who do, but he stopped short of apologizing for his role in escalating their burgeoning feud.
Oscars shortlists revealed: Here are the films one step closer to a nomination
Read full article: Oscars shortlists revealed: Here are the films one step closer to a nominationThe “Barbie” power ballad “I’m Just Ken” and AP and Frontline’s documentary “20 Days in Mariupol” just got one step closer to an Oscar nomination.
Will an earlier Oscars broadcast attract more viewers? ABC plans to try the 7 p.m. slot in 2024
Read full article: Will an earlier Oscars broadcast attract more viewers? ABC plans to try the 7 p.m. slot in 2024Academy Awards enthusiasts won’t have to stay up quite as late to hear the best picture winner in March.
'Saturday Night Live' returns after strike, with Pete Davidson and Bad Bunny slated to host
Read full article: 'Saturday Night Live' returns after strike, with Pete Davidson and Bad Bunny slated to host“Saturday Night Live” is ready to make its return, five months after ending its season early due to the writers strike.
Late-night shows return after writers strike as actors resume talks that could end their standoff
Read full article: Late-night shows return after writers strike as actors resume talks that could end their standoffLate-night talk shows are returning after a five-month absence brought on by the Hollywood writers strike.
Late-night hosts team up for 'Strike Force Five' podcast to benefit their out-of-work staff
Read full article: Late-night hosts team up for 'Strike Force Five' podcast to benefit their out-of-work staffLate-night hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, John Oliver and Seth Meyers have teamed up for a new podcast called “Strike Force Five” — named after their personal text chain.
Television's biggest mystery: how long will pipeline for new programming be closed?
Read full article: Television's biggest mystery: how long will pipeline for new programming be closed?The week in May when ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox traditionally unveiled programming plans in glitzy presentations to advertisers has always spoken to the networks' power over popular culture.
Audience for 95th Oscars rebounds slightly to 18.7 million
Read full article: Audience for 95th Oscars rebounds slightly to 18.7 millionWhether it was the lingering drama of “The Slap” or the prominence of blockbusters in the best picture race, a bigger audience was lured back to the Oscars this year.
'Everything' wins best picture, is everywhere at Oscars
Read full article: 'Everything' wins best picture, is everywhere at OscarsThe metaphysical multiverse comedy “Everything Everywhere All at Once” wrapped its hot dog fingers around Hollywood’s top prize Sunday, winning best picture at the 95th Academy Awards, along with awards for Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Everything to know about the Oscars tonight
Read full article: Everything to know about the Oscars tonightHollywood is gearing up for the 95th Academy Awards, where “Everything Everywhere All at Once” comes in as the lead nominee and the film industry will hope to move past “the slap” of last year’s ceremony.
‘Abbott Elementary’ creator visits Kimmel, collects apology
Read full article: ‘Abbott Elementary’ creator visits Kimmel, collects apology“Abbott Elementary” creator-star Quinta Brunson went on Jimmy Kimmel's show two days after the comedian drew ire for pretending to lie drunk on the Emmys stage while she collected an award.
After Biden COVID recovery, admin launches new booster push
Read full article: After Biden COVID recovery, admin launches new booster pushPresident Joe Biden’s administration is launching a renewed push for COVID-19 booster shots for those eligible, pointing to the enhanced protections they offer against severe illness as the highly-transmissible BA.
The moments resonating from the Jan. 6 hearings (so far)
Read full article: The moments resonating from the Jan. 6 hearings (so far)Nielsen numbers tell us how many people watched live coverage of the Jan. 6 committee hearings — 20 million the first night, 11 million the second and nearly 9 million for the third.
Biden to appear on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' during Western trip
Read full article: Biden to appear on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' during Western tripHere's another sign America’s entertainment landscape is returning to normal: President Joe Biden will make his first in-person appearance on a late-night talk show since taking office.
Broadcast TV's reduced role made clear in fall presentations
Read full article: Broadcast TV's reduced role made clear in fall presentationsThere were constant reminders this past week, when major entertainment companies hawked their wares to advertisers in Manhattan presentations, of the diminished role of broadcast networks.
Legas comes off bench to lead Utah State past Oregon State
Read full article: Legas comes off bench to lead Utah State past Oregon StateThird-string quarterback Cooper Legas threw two touchdown passes, Calvin Tyler Jr. ran for 120 yards and a score and Utah State beat Oregon State 24-13 on Saturday night in the inaugural LA Bowl Saturday night.
Championship Week Primer: CFP spots, bowl slots are at stake
Read full article: Championship Week Primer: CFP spots, bowl slots are at stakeConference champions will be crowned, bowl selection pecking orders will be locked in and more clarity will emerge about which teams will and won’t be among the four picked for the College Football Playoff.
Q&A: Charlamagne talks new late-night show, biggest regret
Read full article: Q&A: Charlamagne talks new late-night show, biggest regretCharlamagne tha God made a living on radio calling out popular figures like Kanye West and Floyd Mayweather Jr., but now he’s taking his talents to a new late-night talk show to focus on political and social issues.
ABC's new 'Women of the Movement' about Emmett Till's mother
Read full article: ABC's new 'Women of the Movement' about Emmett Till's motherABC will air a limited series, ‘Women of the Movement,’ about Mamie Till-Mobley, whose son Emmett Till became an icon of the civil rights movement after he was lynched in Mississippi in 1955.
New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice Awards
Read full article: New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice AwardsThis combination photo shows key art for the Acorn TV series "Bloodlands," premiering March 15, left, key art for the Apple TV+ film "Cherry," center, and key art for Nickelodeons "Kids Choice Awards," hosted by Kenan Thompson and airing on March 13. (Acorn TV/Apple TV+/Nickelodeon via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Ad—AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— The 2021 Grammys will hand out 84 awards Sunday, but what’s more exciting? Other performers include Chris Martin, John Mayer, Doja Cat, Maren Morris, DaBaby, HAIM, Lil Baby, Brandi Carlile, Roddy Ricch, Brittany Howard, Miranda Lambert, Mickey Guyton and Black Pumas. Ad— Grown-ups don’t have a lock on awards shows, as Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards proves once again.
CBS to air Emmy Awards on Sept. 19; no host yet
Read full article: CBS to air Emmy Awards on Sept. 19; no host yetFILE - A video monitor displays the stage for Sunday's 71st Primetime Emmy Awards during Press Preview Day in Los Angeles on Sept. 19, 2019. The Emmy Awards will be held on Sept. 19 and air live on CBS. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – The Emmy Awards will be held on Sept. 19 and air live on CBS. Since 2008, the show has been held at Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles. Kimmel was live at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles, and most presenters and nominees appeared remotely because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jodie Foster fulfills promise to thank Packers QB at Globes
Read full article: Jodie Foster fulfills promise to thank Packers QB at Globes(NBC via AP)LOS ANGELES – Jodie Foster thanked Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers at the Golden Globes, fulfilling a promise the actress had made before she won. Foster clarified Sunday night that she did not introduce Rodgers to actress Shailene Woodley, who recently confirmed her engagement to the NFL’s MVP. “I just got a very cute video from Aaron Rodgers where he says he’s going to get me back,” Foster told reporters, “so I’m looking forward to this. We’ll see who wins.”The public back-and-forth between Oscar winner Foster and Rodgers began in early February, when he thanked Foster after being named MVP at the NFL Honors show. AdFoster later said on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” that she would thank Rodgers if she won a Globe, and she kept her promise.
'Hot Boy' rapper Bobby Shmurda released from NY prison
Read full article: 'Hot Boy' rapper Bobby Shmurda released from NY prisonFILE - In this Oct. 30, 2014 file photo, Bobby Shmurda performs at Power 105.1's Powerhouse 2014 at the Barclays Center in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Authorities confirmed Shmurda was released from a New York prison amid speculation about whether he would attempt a music industry comeback. Shmurda, whose birth name is Ackquille Pollard, was best known for “Hot Boy,” a gritty song with rhymes about gunplay. The court papers alleged that Shmurda once fired a gun toward a crowd of people outside a barbershop in Brooklyn. They also said he was present during a confrontation between rival drug gangs outside a Brooklyn courthouse where shots were fired in 2015.
Fox News gives satirist Greg Gutfeld a weeknight talk show
Read full article: Fox News gives satirist Greg Gutfeld a weeknight talk showThis image released by Fox News Channel shows host Greg Gitfeld. Fox News Channel says it will give a weeknight talk show to its hard-edged satirist, Greg Gutfeld, starting this spring. Gutfeld has been hosting a weekend talk show and been a panelist on "The Five." (Fox News Channel via AP)NEW YORK – Fox News Channel says it is giving a weeknight talk show this spring to its hard-edged satirical personality, Greg Gutfeld, in a further expansion of its opinion programming. Another recent segment mocked White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki's use of the phrase “circle back” to answer questions where she had to check for further details.
Q&A: Billy Crystal on Oscars and 'little powerhouse' film
Read full article: Q&A: Billy Crystal on Oscars and 'little powerhouse' filmThis combination photo shows Billy Crystal hosting the 83rd Academy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 27, 2011, from left, Crystal hosting the 64th Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles on March 30, 1992 and Crystal hosting during the 84th Academy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 26, 2012. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – After hosting the Oscars nine times, Billy Crystal wouldn’t necessarily rule out a tenth. I’m really thrilled just to be in the discussion and not for, ‘Hey, would you host again?’” Crystal said. I just really want people to see the movie because the movie’s a little powerhouse that had no budget for publicity. CRYSTAL: Oh, I know you were going to — as soon as we got there, it got a little chilly in here.
Late-night hosts react with shock, anger to Capitol attack
Read full article: Late-night hosts react with shock, anger to Capitol attack(CBS/NBC/NBC/ABC via AP)NEW YORK – Late-night TV show hosts expressed anger and frustration at the violence at the U.S. Capitol, offering somber monologues that pleaded for unity even as some aimed pointed barbs at those they held responsible for the mobs' actions. “It was a terrible day in the history of this country,” said Jimmy Kimmel on his ABC show Wednesday. “If my grandfather were alive today and saw what was happening in the country that he fought for, he’d be disgusted," said Jimmy Fallon on NBC. "After five years of coddling this president’s fascist rhetoric, guess whose followers want to burn down the Reichstag?” he said. I assure you there are more good people than there are bad, and good will prevail,” Fallon said.
Bobby Shmurda to be eligible for release in February
Read full article: Bobby Shmurda to be eligible for release in FebruaryFILE - In this Oct. 30, 2014 file photo, Bobby Shmurda performs at Power 105.1's Powerhouse 2014 at the Barclays Center in the Brooklyn borough of New York. The Brooklyn rapper will be eligible for release from prison in February 2020, the New York State Department of Corrections said on Monday, Jan. 4, 2020. (Photo by Scott Roth/Invision/AP)DANNEMORA, N.Y. – Brooklyn rapper Bobby Shmurda will be eligible for release from prison next month, the New York State Department of Corrections said on Monday. Shmurda is eligible for conditional release as of Feb. 23, with the remainder of his sentence to be served on parole. In the years since his arrest, Shmurda has become something akin to a folk hero in hip-hop; his release has been highly anticipated by fans and other artists.
People magazine names Michael B. Jordan as Sexiest Man Alive
Read full article: People magazine names Michael B. Jordan as Sexiest Man AliveFILE - Michael B. Jordan arrives at the Hollywood Film Awards on Nov. 4, 2018, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Jordan has been crowned as 2020's Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine. Known for his critically-acclaimed performances in "Fruitvale Station," "Creed" and "Black Panther," he was revealed as this year's winner Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, on ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – Actor Michael B. Jordan has been crowned as 2020's Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine. “When my grandmother was alive, it was something that she collected, and then my mom naturally reads it a lot and my aunts as well,” Jordan said. Jordan has been active in the Black Lives Matter movement and vocal about early voting registration for this year’s election.
Jimmy Kimmel, Sammy Hagar react to death of Eddie Van Halen
Read full article: Jimmy Kimmel, Sammy Hagar react to death of Eddie Van HalenFILE - Eddie Van Halen, left, embraces his son Wolfgang Van Halen after the rock group Van Halen officially announced their North American tour during a news conference in Los Angeles on Aug. 13, 2007. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian, File)Reaction to the death of guitar rock god Eddie Van Halen, who passed away Tuesday at age 65 after battling cancer. “Two of the best hours of my life were spent chatting with Eddie Van Halen. I remember first seeing him playing at the Starwood in 1976 and he WAS Eddie Van Halen. “I’m just devastated to hear the news of the passing of my dear friend Eddie Van Halen.
Aniston is award-worthy first responder in Emmy fire skit
Read full article: Aniston is award-worthy first responder in Emmy fire skitLOS ANGELES – Jennifer Aniston missed out on an Emmy but proved herself as an award-worthy first responder when a ceremony stunt got overheated. In a bit during Sunday night's Emmys, host Jimmy Kimmel sprayed an envelope holding a winner's name with disinfectant then, for good measure, dropped it in a wire wastebasket and set it on fire. So far, so good, ceremony executive producer Reginald Hudlin said Monday. A test had been run beforehand, with a booster added to make the fire more visible, and things were going as planned when the scene was shot — including Aniston to the rescue. She sprayed the wastebasket again, but as she and Kimmel bantered the fire flared again, bigger, and "we're like 'uh oh,'" Hudlin said.
Another record low in viewership for 'Pandemmys'
Read full article: Another record low in viewership for 'Pandemmys'(The Television Academy and ABC Entertainment via AP)NEW YORK – The novelty of television stars getting Emmy Awards delivered to their homes wasn't enough to keep the annual show from slipping further in popularity. The Nielsen company said 6.1 million people watched the Emmys on Sunday night, down from 6.9 million in 2019 and the third straight year of record low viewership. Still, it illustrated how the Emmy Awards are becoming a boutique event. Last year was the first time viewership slipped under 10 million people. Viewership is also fragmented across many different networks and streaming services, and several shows don't have a wide audience.
The 'Pandemmys' were weird and sometimes wonderful
Read full article: The 'Pandemmys' were weird and sometimes wonderful(The Television Academy and ABC Entertainment via AP)It was Regina King, winning her fourth career Emmy on Sunday, who perhaps summed up the proceedings the most succinctly — and accurately: “This is freaking weird." Nobody was more thrilled than Daniel Levy, son of best actor winner Eugene Levy; the younger Levy won the award for comedy writing, shared a directing award and captured the supporting actor trophy. A CALL TO THE BOOTHLevy used some of his considerable mic time to urge viewers to vote in November. “I know this seems like a really weird time to be celebrating,” Zendaya said. Sterling K. Brown gave out the show’s final award, best drama, in a Black Lives Matter shirt.
Emmy winners highlight push for social justice
Read full article: Emmy winners highlight push for social justice(The Television Academy and ABC Entertainment via AP)LOS ANGELES – Regina King and Uzo Aduba used the come-as-you-are fashion edict for Sunday's virtual Emmy Awards to highlight the national struggle for social justice. Both Black actresses wore T-shirts featuring Breonna Taylor, the 26-year-old EMT from Louisville, Kentucky, who was shot and killed by police in March. Aduba, sitting behind a table at home, wore a black T-shirt with Taylor's name in gold. Aduba wanted to give a boost to the demands for social justice that have swept the nation during the coronavirus pandemic this year. He took the stage at Staples Center wearing a black T-shirt with white letters BLM for Black Lives Matter and a white raised fist.
The Latest: 'Succession' swipes the crown for best TV drama
Read full article: The Latest: 'Succession' swipes the crown for best TV dramaThe HBO series won best television drama series at the Emmy Awards on Sunday night for its second season. It also won the best actor trophy for Jeremy Strong along with best writing and best directing. She won best actress in a drama for her role on HBO’s “Euphoria,” scoring one of the few long shot victories in a Sunday night full of wins from favorites. Star Regina King won best actress, her co-star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II won best supporting actor and the show’s creator Damon Lindelof won for writing. Eugene Levy won best actor, Catherine O’Hara won best actress, Annie Murphy won best supporting actress, and Levy’s son, Dan Levy, claimed three: for best supporting actor, writing and directing.
A sweep for ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ ‘Succession’ tops Emmy Awards
Read full article: A sweep for ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ ‘Succession’ tops Emmy Awards(The Television Academy and ABC Entertainment via AP)LOS ANGELES – “Schitt's Creek,” the little Canadian show about a fish-out-of-water family, made history at Sunday's Emmy Awards with a comedy awards sweep, something even TV greats including “Frasier” and “Modern Family” failed to achieve. The awards for Pop TV's “Schitt's Creek” included best comedy series and trophies for its stars, including Catherine O'Hara and father-son Eugene and Daniel Levy. Moments later, his son won the award for comedy writing for “Schitt's Creek” episode, then shared a directing award and captured the supporting actor comedy trophy. As “Schitt’s Creek” gobbled up comedy awards, that left acclaimed “Insecure” and its creator Issa Rae empty-handed. But Black stories, Black performances and Black Lives Matter,” he said, urging Kimmel to shout with him.
Oops, says Emmy: 'This Is Us' actor gets award after mix-up
Read full article: Oops, says Emmy: 'This Is Us' actor gets award after mix-up(The Television Academy via AP)LOS ANGELES – In a virtual Emmys version of the wrong-winner Oscars gaffe, Ron Cephas Jones’ guest actor award for “This Is Us” was announced for another nominee, Jason Bateman. In a voice-over announcement, Bateman was declared the winner for his guest appearance on HBO's “The Outsider,” while the screen displayed Jones' name. He expressed delight when learning that the pair made Emmy history as the first father and daughter to win in the same year. More than 100 cameras are being deployed to nominees at home and elsewhere so winners can accept their award in real time. Other winners Saturday included Eddie Murphy, whose return to “Saturday Night Live” after more than three decades earned the star his first Emmy Award, for guest comedy series actor.
Emmy show will include $2.8M donation to fight child hunger
Read full article: Emmy show will include $2.8M donation to fight child hungerLOS ANGELES – Every Emmy Award handed out Sunday will come with something extra — a $100,000 donation to fight child hunger. The Television Academy announced Friday that each network and streaming service competing on the telecast has pledged the donation for every Emmy they win. With 23 Emmys being handed out and the academy committing $500,000, that will mean a donation of $2.8 million to No Kid Hungry, a group working to relieve child hunger brought on by the coronavirus crisis. The 72nd Emmy Awards air Sunday at 5 p.m. on ABC. Guests set to appear include Anthony Anderson, Mindy Kaling, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Patrick Stuart, RuPaul and Oprah Winfrey.
New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the Emmys
Read full article: New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the EmmysThis cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)
New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the Emmys
Read full article: New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the EmmysThis cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. It lands on HBO and HBO Max on Saturday at 8 p.m.— AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Piano-playing pop star Alicia Keys is putting out her seventh album on Friday. — Kim Cattrall is at the center of Fox’s “Filthy Rich,” a prime-time soap opera loaded with money and betrayal that debuts 9 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 21.
Guilfoyle's loud RNC speech makes her the comics' favorite
Read full article: Guilfoyle's loud RNC speech makes her the comics' favoriteStephen Colbert mimicked poking his head out from under a table after playing a clip of Guilfoyle on CBS' Late Show." I'm glad we already have kids, because I think I was sterilized by that.He called Guilfoyle a vengeful banshee who will haunt your dreams.On The Daily Show, Trevor Noah said Guilfoyle's speech was so loud that Canada called the cops. I want to wish a speedy recovery for anyone who watched the convention on headphones, he said. MSNBC's Morning Joe ran portions of her speech side-by-side with Dwight Schrute's classic award acceptance speech in The Office.Somewhere, Kimmel was taking notes. That stands in contrast to Colbert, who is doing the Late Show live for the two weeks of the convention.
Fresh comedy faces, 'Modern Family' farewell seek Emmy nods
Read full article: Fresh comedy faces, 'Modern Family' farewell seek Emmy nodsThis image released by Hulu shows Ramy Youssef in a scene from "Ramy." Nominations for the next Emmy Awards will be announced on Tuesday, July 28. Last year's best series winners Game of Thrones and Fleabag called it a wrap, clearing the path for others to prevail. The Handmaids Tale, which took the best drama trophy in 2017, is vying for its third nomination in the category. Big Little Lies, last year's winner for best limited series, is hunting for a drama series nod for its second season.
New this week: Beyonc, Alanis Morissette and Emmy noms
Read full article: New this week: Beyonc, Alanis Morissette and Emmy nomsHeres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES Black Is King: Written, directed and executive produced by Beyonc, the pop stars visual album arrives Friday on Disney+. Given that the last time Beyonc made something similar she crafted the dazzling film Lemonade, Black Is King like most things involving Beyonc is a major event. ), Kim Kaydence Krysiuk (Ariana Grande), Akil Fresh King (Beyonc) and others. Morissette also had an anniversary tour planned for her 1995 album, but that was also scraped due to COVID-19.
ABC's fall TV schedule is set, but virus has say on timing
Read full article: ABC's fall TV schedule is set, but virus has say on timingLOS ANGELES ABCs fall schedule released Wednesday optimistically details its plans, including a new thriller from the creator of Big Little Lies." I am hopeful that the season will start sometime in late September or early October, said ABC Entertainment President Karey Burke. ABC has backups available if needed, Burke said, including unscripted fare it ordered at the beginning of the shutdown. Jimmy Kimmel, ABCs late-night host, was announced Tuesday as the events emcee and producer. I couldnt be happier with the choice of Matt as The Bachelor. And this is just the beginning," Burke said.
Kimmel to host Emmys, first major awards show of pandemic
Read full article: Kimmel to host Emmys, first major awards show of pandemicLOS ANGELES Jimmy Kimmel will host the first major Hollywood awards ceremony of the coronavirus pandemic but just how the Emmy Awards will be held remains cloudy. Kimmel, who is also producing the Sept. 20 ceremony on ABC honoring TV's best, acknowledged that in Tuesday's announcement. Choosing Kimmel to emcee the ceremony reverses course from last year's no-host Emmys. Orchestrating an awards ceremony during the ongoing pandemic with its crowd of presenters, nominees and guests is a daunting prospect, whether done virtually or otherwise. Nominations for the 72nd prime-time Emmys will be announced by the TV academy on July 28.
On 'Irishman,' teaching De Niro and Pacino to act younger
Read full article: On 'Irishman,' teaching De Niro and Pacino to act youngerThis image released by Netflix shows Robert De Niro, kneeling center, on the set of "The Irishman" as movement coach Gary Tacon, right, looks on. Tacon had to help the film's aged stars move like they were decades younger. (Niko Tavernise/Netflix via AP)
On 'Irishman,' teaching De Niro and Pacino to act younger
Read full article: On 'Irishman,' teaching De Niro and Pacino to act youngerThis image released by Netflix shows Robert De Niro, kneeling center, on the set of "The Irishman" as movement coach Gary Tacon, right, looks on. (Niko Tavernise/Netflix via AP)NEW YORK, N.Y. – Would you have the gumption to tell Al Pacino to act his age? Scorsese, who had waited decades to direct Pacino, wasn’t inclined to start off by telling Pacino to get younger, fast. At the film’s premiere at the New York Film Festival, Scorsese told the same story about Tacon and Pacino. After that film, Tacon fell in with famed stunt director Victor Magnotta.