Television

Bad Bunny wins his first Emmy for Super Bowl halftime show

Maira Garcia — Sun, 6 Sep 2026 03:07:38 GMT

Bad Bunny won his first-ever Emmy Award on Saturday for his historic Super Bowl halftime show, and Mariska Hargitay, who will host the Primetime Emmy Awards, won two trophies for "My Mom Jayne."

'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton fired after pedophilia chat room incident

Alexandra Del Rosario — Fri, 4 Sep 2026 22:05:26 GMT

'Wheel of Fortune' fired its longtime announcer, Jim Thornton, following recent revelations that linked him to a pedophilia chat room.

'Harry Potter' TV series cast reveal: See who's playing Ginny Weasley and Tom Riddle

Iris Kwok — Fri, 4 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Tom Riddle, a.k.a. young Voldemort, will be played by Billy Barratt ('Bring Her Back'). Bonnie Hill takes over the role of Ginny Weasley.

Gloria Steinem's message for the next generation: 'Please tell your own story'

Tracy Brown — Fri, 4 Sep 2026 03:28:32 GMT

Gloria Steinem in 'Famous Last Words' had guidance for the next generation: Telling your own story is 'the most important thing we can do.'

Bravo cuts ties with 'Below Deck Mediterranean' star amid police search in Australia

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 3 Sep 2026 21:12:40 GMT

Bravo will no longer work with 'Below Deck Mediterranean' cast member Nathan Gallagher. Australian officials are searching for the superyacht bosun who was convicted of domestic violence.

In 'Mayday,' Ryan Reynolds finds his ultimate odd-couple match in Kenneth Branagh

Mary McNamara — Thu, 3 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Apple TV's 'Mayday' mashes the Cold War with 'Top Gun' and every buddy adventure-comedy you've ever loved and serves it up with stars who appear to be having as much fun as audiences will.

Disney star Carla Jeffery, who played Bree in 'Zombies' franchise, dies at 33

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 3 Sep 2026 02:47:40 GMT

Carla Jeffery, who played Bree in Disney's 'Zombies,' has died. She launched her acting career at 12 and appeared in shows including "iCarly," "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Good Luck Charlie."

Suspended 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton accused of visiting pedophilia chat room

Andrea Flores, Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 23:09:31 GMT

New allegations emerge in the controversy surrounding longtime 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton, who was suspended this week amid an ongoing probe by its production studio.

'DWTS' 2026 cast reveal: Jenna Dewan, Harry Shum Jr., Julia Stiles set for Season 35

Andrea Flores, Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 17:10:08 GMT

'Dancing With the Stars' unveiled its latest lineup of celebrity contestants. Jenna Dewan, Tyler Cameron, Maura Higgins, Ciara Miller and Harry Shum Jr. are among the stars competing for the Mirrorball trophy.

Netflix's 'The One About Matthew Perry' will explore actor's private battles and family memories

Anthony Solorzano — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Netflix's upcoming three-part docuseries directed and executive produced by Mary Robertson explores the actor's life, addiction struggles and legacy through never-before-seen family material.

Rebecca Lowe, Ted Lasso and innovation helped NBC's Premier League gamble pay off

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

With a nimble host in Rebecca Lowe and a longtime commitment to winning over U.S. soccer fans, NBC's English Premier League investment is paying off.

'Snowfall' sequel 'The Drop' pivots from L.A.'s drug game to rap fame

Greg Braxton — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'The Drop: A Snowfall Saga' centers 'Snowfall's' Gail Bean and her attempt to make it in the music industry during the 1990s with the help of her cousin, played by Asante Blackk.

Three decades after 'A Different World' ended, it's back: 'This is the time that's right'

Yvonne Villarreal — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Debbie Allen, who worked on the original series, had tried for years to revive the groundbreaking sitcom. A new incarnation, helmed by Felicia Pride, arrives on Netflix with new and returning cast members.

18 TV shows we're excited to watch this fall

Tue, 1 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

This season, new series will feel familiar, thanks to literary adaptations like 'East of Eden' and 'Pride and Prejudice,' as well as prequels and sequels like 'Crystal Lake' and 'Blade Runner 2099.'

After three decades, Tommy Davidson's 'Martin' character returns in 'The Varnell Hill Show'

Robert Lloyd — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Tommy Davidson plays an egotistical talk show host — a character sprung from a two-part episode of 'Martin' — who battles relevance and generational differences in Paramount+'s new multicam sitcom.

How Owen Thiele and Jack Innanen revived the classic TV slow-burn romance in 'Adults'

Angelina Mazza — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:19:43 GMT

The actors spoke about their characters' big moment in the Season 2 finale of the comedy, the alternate ending they taped and where their relationship might go in Season 3.

The best movies, TV, books, arts and concerts to spice up fall

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:56:30 GMT

A look at our most anticipated picks for fall entertainment, from movies like "Wild Horse Nine" to "Digger" to "Sense and Sensibility," to new versions of "Pride and Prejudice" and "A Different World" on TV and books about Whitney Houston and Corman McCarthy.

Why Chris Hansen hasn't seen the new film about 'To Catch a Predator'

Stephen Battaglio — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Chris Hansen walked out of a screening of A24's "Primetime" rather than sign an NDA. Now he's buying ads before the Robert Pattinson film, in theaters Sept. 25.

Apple TV raises prices without offering an ad tier, testing how much viewers will pay

Cerys Davies — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:57:56 GMT

The cost of streaming services keep going up in the U.S. and Apple TV is the latest platform to hike its prices.

Cause of death for actor Shelley Fabares is revealed

Emily St. Martin — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:12:55 GMT

Fabares, known best for her television roles as Francine Webster on the 1970s sitcom "One Day at a Time," Mary Stone on "The Donna Reed Show," and her Billboard Hot 100 song "Johnny Angel," died Saturday in Los Angeles. She was 82.

Leah Remini joins 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' for Season 16

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:27:10 GMT

Leah Remini confirmed she was joining 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Season 16, along with Tracy Tutor, as the Bravo series kicks off filming in Los Angeles.

Peter Cullen, actor who voiced Optimus Prime and Eeyore, dies at 85

Tracy Brown — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:34:09 GMT

Peter Cullen, the actor known for voicing Optimus Prime in 'Transformers' and Eeyore in 'Winnie the Pooh,' has died at age 85.

Commentary: Tim Curry's British charm and Cheshire grin were made for comedy. These 7 TV roles show why

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

While the actor performed in a lot of films, he also made a good deal of appearances on television in comedic roles, including on 'Roseanne,' 'Saturday Night Live' and 'Will & Grace.'

She worked 'up until the day she died': Dolly Parton docuseries, biopic among planned projects

Anthony Solorzano — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:54:56 GMT

Dolly Parton's estate has announced a docuseries, biopic, TV shows, dolls, hotel, museum, coffee, Broadway musical and more projects that were planned before her death.

Tim Curry forever twisted the image of clowns with his terrifying portrayal of Pennywise in 'It'

Greg Braxton — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:52:31 GMT

Curry's terrifying portrait of the demonic clown in the 1990 TV adaptation of Stephen King novel 'It' set a high bar that for some fans of the horror franchise has been difficult to clear.

Appreciation: Dolly Parton was introduced to America via television, where we saw her become a star

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Over the years, Dolly Parton's appearances on variety shows, specials, TV films and series tracked her evolution from simple country singer to full-service pop star.

Dolly Parton remembered: Tributes from Hollywood to D.C. show her boundless legacy

Alexandra Del Rosario, Andrea Flores — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:29:29 GMT

Dolly Parton's death has left the music, film and television worlds reeling, with stars and luminaries across those industries and more paying tribute to the beloved entertainer's life and legacy.

HBO's 'Harry Potter' finds its new Gilderoy Lockhart in Kit Harington after another exit

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:24:22 GMT

Kit Harington joins the cast of HBO's "Harry Potter" series, replacing Nicholas Hoult. He has previously brought Professor Gilderoy Lockhart to life.

How Zach Zucker turned L.A.'s wildest clown show 'Stamptown' into a Netflix special

Nate Jackson — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Stamptown's debut Netflix special out on Tuesday captures a chaotic mash-up of vaudeville, circus and clowning, filmed at Hollywood's Montalbán Theatre during Netflix Is a Joke Fest.

Michael Wright, actor known for 'The Five Heartbeats,' 'Sugarhill' and 'Oz,' dies at 70

Emily St. Martin — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 03:25:12 GMT

Michael Wright, an actor who trained with Lee Strasberg and starred in cult classic films "The Five Heartbeats" and "Sugarhill," as well as the groundbreaking prestige prison drama "Oz," has died.

Bunny Levine, 'Gilmore Girls' and 'La La Land' actor, dies at 97

Andrea Flores — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:08:33 GMT

With more than 100 credits to her name, Bunny Levine considered herself one of "the most energetic and agile" older actors around.

Appreciation: Shelley Fabares' acting, from 'Donna Reed' to 'Coach,' was shaped by intention

Robert Lloyd — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:29:51 GMT

Shelley Fabares acted for decades, playing characters who were unusually reflective, like her Mary Stone in 'The Donna Reed Show,' or mature like her Christine in 'Coach.'

Shelley Fabares, 'Donna Reed Show' and 'One Day at a Time' star, dies at 82

Jasmine Mendez — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:07:27 GMT

Actor Shelley Fabares, known for "The Donna Reed Show," "One Day at a Time," "Coach" and her hit song "Johnny Angel," has died at 82.

'Yellowstone' copyright lawsuit accuses Taylor Sheridan of stealing show's concept

Mark Olsen — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:09 GMT

A federal lawsuit claims that Taylor Sheridan stole the idea for 'Yellowstone' from a pitch sent to his representatives in 2016.

'God of War' casts Dave Bautista as Kratos after Ryan Hurst's on-set injury

Emily St. Martin — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:48:01 GMT

Dave Bautista will take over the role of Kratos in Amazon Prime's live-action 'God of War' series after original star Ryan Hurst suffered an on-set injury during filming.

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II addresses 'Wonder Man' cancellation: 'The optics are obvious'

Tracy Brown — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:39:13 GMT

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II says 'the optics are obvious' given Marvel's recent track record on Black actor-led projects like 'Wonder Man' and 'Blade.'

Shaky future of Spectrum's Lakers channel adds more drama to the team's sale

Meg James — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Spectrum, which closed its deal to buy Cox this week, would like to exit the regional sports channel business.

Dr. Phil's longtime publicist is suing him over claims of wrongful termination and discrimination

Stacy Perman — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Jerry Sharell alleges in a lawsuit that he was 'intentionally excluded" from a group of 20 employees who migrated to Texas because he is openly "homosexual" and was later singled out before being put on hiatus.

Charter finalizes $34.5-billion Cox takeover, bringing Spectrum to millions more customers

Meg James — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:02:50 GMT

With the $34.5-billion purchase, Cox customers in San Diego, Las Vegas and Phoenix will soon get Spectrum service — and the Dodgers channel, ending a long TV drought.

Matthew Rhys' pro tips for drunk acting, doing American accents and more

Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Welsh actor joins The Envelope for a conversation about his Emmy-nominated roles in 'Widow's Bay' and 'The Beast in Me.'

Paramount-Warner merger could erase 4,500 jobs in L.A., report says

Meg James — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:45:42 GMT

Paramount's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery could lead to massive job losses, battering an already fragile L.A. entertainment economy.

After 25 years in showbiz, Dakota Fanning is as booked and busy as ever

Kara Warner — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:01:00 GMT

With Emmy nominations for 'All Her Fault' and 'Margo's Got Money Troubles,' a new film with sister Elle and an upcoming Apple TV project, Fanning is a woman on fire.

The 'Love Story' effect is just the start: How fashion brands are reshaping costume design

Scarlett Harris — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Prada. Dior. Bottega Veneta. Luxury brands are increasingly part of Hollywood's onscreen fashion. But the trend presents unique challenges for creatives.

One Shot: After the music, this was Lee Sung Jin's favorite part of making 'Beef'

Daron James — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The 'Beef' creator shares the thought process behind Season 2's distinctive title cards, pairing text with masterpieces of art.

It's not just acting: On 'DTF,' Richard Jenkins and Joy Sunday forged a true friendship

Michael Ordoña — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A cool first encounter became a lasting bond for the co-stars: 'I really do love that grumpy old man,' says Sunday.

Viva Las Vegas! How TV is tossing out old cliches to show a new side of Sin City

Whitney Friedlander — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Three Emmy-nominated series visited Vegas this season, and none showed the city as we've come to expect it.

Michelle Pfeiffer's Emmy chances for 'Margo's Got Money Troubles,' by the numbers

Carla Meyer — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

One of the greatest pleasures of 2026 has been seeing Michelle Pfeiffer on our screens with more regularity. She was rewarded with an Emmy nod for 'Margo's Got Money Troubles.'

In 'Freefall,' Rory Kennedy revisits Boeing after whistleblower's death

Stuart Miller — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A follow-up to "Downfall: The Case Against Boeing," Kennedy's new documentary remains focused on the aerospace company but paints a broader portrait of the dangers of unfettered capitalism.

Witney Carson shares pregnancy news, celebrity pairing ahead of 'Dancing With the Stars' premiere

Andrea Flores — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:08:36 GMT

The professional dancer revealed her pregnancy Monday on "Good Morning America." "You guys will definitely see a big bump," she said.

Stephen A. Smith pours more fuel on his clash with NABJ by visiting 'Hannity'

Greg Braxton — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:22:58 GMT

ESPN's outspoken sports commentator appeared on Sean Hannity's Fox News show to complain about his "Thumbs Down" award from the National Assn. of Black Journalists.

ABC sues FCC, alleging Trump-fueled retaliation in TV license fight

Stephen Battaglio — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:16:17 GMT

The Disney-owned network asked a U.S. District Court to issue a temporary restraining order to stop the FCC's action. The agency says it is investigating ABC stations over whether the company's diversity and inclusion policies are in violation of federal anti-discrimination laws.

Felicia Day is reviving 'The Guild' with a Ren Faire twist thanks to a $5-million Kickstarter

Robert Lloyd — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actor and creator is reviving her pioneering web series 'The Guild' via a feature-length film made possible by a Kickstarter campaign that has surpassed its goal.

Birth and death scenes can be 'melodramatic.' How 'Paradise' made them shattering instead

Bob Strauss — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Actor Shailene Woodley, writer Stephen Markley and director Ken Olin break down one of the standout moments of 'Paradise' Season 2.

Why the notoriously reserved Rafael Nadal bared his soul for Netflix's 'Rafa'

Max Gao — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'You don't want to create a story of just roses,' the retired tennis legend says of Zach Heinzerling's docuseries, in which he opens up about the physical and mental toll of greatness.

'That's the same guy?' Colman Domingo is in his chameleonic era

Sarah Rodman — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Nominated for both Netflix comedy 'The Four Seasons' and gritty HBO drama 'Euphoria,' the actor is showcasing his range in the midst of a major year.

In 'The Comeback's' most emotional moment of all, Mickey's spirit was on set

Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

To honor their late friend and collaborator Robert Michael Morris, Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King needed divine intervention. They got it.

Commentary: By speaking her truth, Hayden Panettiere broke the silence around postpartum depression

Mary McNamara — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The legacy of Hayden Panettiere should not be defined by her tragic death at 36, but by her brave attempt to help millions of women.

Stephen A. Smith calls 'Thumbs Down' award by Black journalist group a 'hit job'

Greg Braxton — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:33:45 GMT

In a video posted on his YouTube channel Monday, the ESPN sports commentator called the 'Thumbs Down' award given by the National Assn. of Black Journalists 'beneath the organization.'

Hayden Panettiere: 6 essential performances, from 'Nashville' singer to 'Scream' sleuth

Alexandra Del Rosario, Greg Braxton, Maira Garcia, Jevon Phillips — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:16:12 GMT

The actor, who died Sunday at 36, began her acting career at an early age with memorable roles in 'Remember the Titans,' 'Heroes' and the video game franchise 'Kingdom Hearts.'

Paramount demands $1.9 billion from states, citing Warner deal delays

Meg James — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:51:02 GMT

Tech scion David Ellison's company wants the coalition of 12 states and the WGA to cover the 'ticking fees' that Paramount could incur due to Warner deal delays.

'DTF' ... Los Angeles? Inside the making, and future, of a surprise Emmy darling

Glenn Whipp — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Creator Steven Conrad and stars Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini and David Harbour on 'the razor's edge' that was making 'DTF St. Louis.'

Jack Lowden really gets 'slapped around' on 'Slow Horses.' And he loves every minute

Hugh Hart — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actor joined The Envelope to discuss working with legends like Gary Oldman, Jonathan Pryce and Kristin Scott Thomas on Apple TV's spy series.

Let's break down 6 Emmy-nominated dance sequences

Steven Vargas — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

We caught up with the creative minds behind 6 of this year's Emmy nominees for choreography, across the scripted and unscripted categories.

These Emmy nominees shine a spotlight on the importance of L.A. crews

Gregory Ellwood — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Envelope spoke to the teams behind three L.A.-based shows about why filming locally matters.

Hayden Panettiere, star of 'Heroes,' 'Nashville,' dies at 36 in South Carolina

Terry Castleman, Hailey Branson-Potts — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:46:28 GMT

Actor Hayden Panettiere, who starred in TV dramas and movies, died Sunday, according to her family. She was 36.

Kyle Chandler loves the ending of the 'Lanterns' premiere. He also loves a grouchy character

Tracy Brown — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT

'Lanterns' star Kyle Chandler talks about his character Hal Jordan and the dynamic with John Stewart, his love of grouchy characters and that Episode 1 ending.

Stephen A. Smith gets an 'F' from Black journalists group. He is declaring war

Greg Braxton — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:13:43 GMT

The outspoken commentator on sports and news got a "Thumbs Down " from the National Assn. of Black Journalists for his criticism of Black women in politics.

Marvel unveils 'X-Men' cast at D23, where Disney reveals its future leans on its past

Tracy Brown — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:40:22 GMT

The biggest announcements and takeaways from Disney's D23 showcase on upcoming film and TV projects from Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and more.

Christy Knowings, star on Nickelodeon's iconic sketch show 'All That,' dies at 46

Emily St. Martin — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:34:37 GMT

Christy Knowings, an actor best known for her work on Nickelodeon's comedy sketch show "All That," has died at 46 after suffering a severe asthma attack.

In 'Lanterns,' the superheroes soar through a grounded detective story

Robert Lloyd — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler star in the latest DC Studios series on HBO, playing a pair of intergalactic detectives who work for the Green Lantern Corps.

Netflix leans into young adult dramas as YouTube threat grows

Wendy Lee — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Netflix is making it easier for fans to find hundreds of YA films and TV shows, including supernatural mystery "Sid & Zoey" and coming of age tale "Sunshine Girls."

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Ariana Madix

Kailyn Brown — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The 'Love Island USA' host is horseback riding, dancing at Club Tee Gee and playing old-school games at the Neon Retro Arcade in Pasadena.

What we know so far about 'Heated Rivalry' Season 2 — including the new cast

Anthony Solorzano — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:35:32 GMT

Here's what we know so far about 'Heated Rivalry' Season 2, which hits HBO Max in spring 2027.

'Don't Say Good Luck' showcases Sunny Sandler, but Melanie Lynskey makes it shine

Mary McNamara — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In a landscape littered with teenage dysfunction, Netflix's 'Don't Say Good Luck' is a moving argument for aspirational television.

'Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear' took nearly 10 years to make. 'Trust takes time,' directors say

Stuart Miller — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Directors Michael Dwyer and Justin Krook say they didn't plan to film the rock star so long, but they feel they had a better product in the end. We also recommend four other new documentaries.

Doubters once called Chase Infiniti's ambition 'embarrassing.' Not anymore

Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The 'One Battle After Another' and 'The Testaments' breakout star opens up about fame, ambition and her love of One Direction on this week's episode of The Envelope podcast.

'The Office' star Lucy Davis has incurable breast cancer after finding tiny 'hard spot'

Emily St. Martin — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:54:19 GMT

Lucy Davis, who starred in Britain's version of 'The Office' and 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina,' reveals her breast cancer has spread to her bones. The actor said she's at peace with the 'incurable' diagnosis.

Reality TV stars Joseph and Kendra Duggar withdraw not guilty pleas in child endangerment case

Andrea Flores — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:24:47 GMT

Legal troubles for the Duggar family first emerged March 18, when 31-year-old Joseph Duggar was arrested in Arkansas on molestation charges occurring in Florida.

Paul W. Downs fought for Megan Stalter to have pay parity on 'Hacks': 'I don't want to be paid more'

Margy Rochlin — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:01:00 GMT

"'Hacks' is about duos," says Downs — and in Jimmy LuSaque Jr. and Kayla Schaeffer, he and Stalter have created one that's poised to outlive the series itself.

She couldn't picture herself playing 'Ted Lasso's' tough coach. Jason Sudeikis made her believe

Emily Zemler — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Tanya Reynolds initially hesitated to accept the role of Alice Chilton, the new 'bulldog' coach on Apple TV's comedy, but getting the thumbs up from Sudeikis gave her the confidence to take it.

Martin Short's 'Only Murders in the Building' Emmy chances, by the numbers

Carla Meyer — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The all-around entertainer has 23 Emmy nominations and two wins — but neither of those came for his standout role in Hulu's comic murder mystery.

An intimacy coordinator's work isn't just about sex. We spoke to one behind 6 top shows

Megan Vick — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For Lizzy Talbot, some of the most memorable moments of the season — from 'Widow's Bay' to 'Love Story' — were touchy for very different reasons.

How 'The Chair Company' sets up 'a sense of normalcy before things go insane'

Barry Levitt — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Star Tim Robinson, co-creator Zach Kanin and director Andrew DeYoung break down the Emmy-nominated series premiere of 'The Chair Company.'

One Shot: The moment 'The Bear' showed Sydney was ready to take the reins

Daron James — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In Season 4's 'Scallop,' the FX series finds chef Sydney Adamu perfecting a dish — and proving herself as the restaurant's future leader.

'Top Chef' host Kristen Kish will defend quickfires for money '100%'

Matt Brennan — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Hosting reality TV is hard work. And this season, 'Top Chef' put Kristen Kish through her paces. She breaks down the biggest moments — and defends quickfires for money — to The Envelope.

'Dancing With the Stars' recaptured the zeitgeist. Emmy voters noticed

Gregory Ellwood — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fresh faces, TikTok and nostalgia have all been factors in the series' resurgence, which culminated last month in its first Emmy nomination for reality competition in 10 years.

Quibi was 'early' for the microseries wave. A new company hopes to time it just right

Lorena O'Neil — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With aTwist, industry veterans Susan Rovner and Jana Winograde are combining storytelling chops honed in traditional TV with a fast-growing new format.

'Widow's Bay' seemed to come from nowhere. But Stephen Root always knew it was special

Tyler Coates — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Though he's appeared in beloved films and TV shows from 'Office Space' to 'Barry,' the actor says he's 'drawing from a deeper place' in watercooler hit 'Widow's Bay.'

Ben Jones, 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor who later served in Congress, dies at 84

Tracy Brown — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:16:40 GMT

Ben Jones, the actor who played Cooter Davenport on "The Dukes of Hazzard" then represented Georgia for two terms in Congress, has died at age 84.

Baby oh baby, Aubrey Plaza is a mother!

Andrea Flores — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:25:36 GMT

The 'Parks and Recreation' star reportedly was seen holding her new baby on Sunday in New York City following Abbott's final curtain call for the Broadway play 'Death of a Salesman.'

How 'Shrinking' helped Jessica Williams work through a 'traumatic' time in her life

Maureen Lee Lenker — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:01:00 GMT

Season 3 of the Apple TV series finds the actor at her most vulnerable. It also shows that she's developed real dramatic chops without losing her ability to laugh.

Commentary: 'House of the Dragon' has a major problem: It forgot to create a hero to root for

Lorraine Ali, Mary McNamara — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

As Season 3 of the HBO series comes to a close, our critics discuss how a lack of characters to cheer for has made it hard to stay engaged in the sprawling epic fantasy.

The multicam comedy is on life support. Meet the editors trying to keep it alive

Leila Jordan — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The declining number of submissions threatens to oust multicam comedies from the Emmys. This year's nominated multicam editors discuss trying to protect a fading art form.

How Charlie Hunnam reinvented himself with 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story'

Carlos Aguilar — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A self-described overthinker, the actor threw himself headlong into the Netflix limited series. His preparation even included reading Gein's medical records.

The celebrity documentary boom, explained

Gary Goldstein — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Popular with audiences (and streaming platforms). Increasingly high quality. Relatively inexpensive to produce. Inside the big business of celebrity docs.

'We tricked them.' Why 'Ted Lasso' probably deserves some credit for U.S. soccer boom

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The Apple TV series "Ted Lasso" is supposed to primarily be a wide-appealing comedy, yet its role in popularizing soccer in the U.S. can't be dismissed.

Tensions flare as $34-billion Charter-Cox cable deal nears finish line

Meg James — Sat, 8 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Spectrum owner Charter Communications is nearing the finish line in its long-awaited $34.5-billion purchase of Cox Enterprises to form the nation's largest internet and cable television company. But consumer groups are seeking more protections for diversity and other measures.

KTLA-TV owner Nexstar violated court order, a federal judge finds

Meg James — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 20:16:28 GMT

U.S. District Judge Troy L. Nunley was incredulous that Nexstar packed Tegna's board with its own executives in violation of his preliminary injunction temporarily blocking the controversial TV station merger.

'Tiger King' and 'Chimp Crazy' were hits for Eric Goode. 'Monsters of God' is a whole other animal

Stuart Miller — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The director's third docuseries, on HBO, forges a new path from his previous series by taking a largely historical look at reptile smuggling going back more than half a century.

Noah Wyle previews 'The Pitt' Season 3, from addressing critics to Robby's 'original sin'

Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With production on a new season of 'The Pitt' underway, The Envelope podcast visited Wyle on the Warner Bros. lot to discuss the show's 25 Emmy nominations, what's next and more.