Television

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.

Rhea Seehorn was overlooked for years. In 'Pluribus,' she's impossible to ignore

Glenn Whipp — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Yes, she's still sometimes mistaken for sales associates and crew members. But Seehorn's performance as Carol Sturka is what 'makes the show work,' says creator Vince Gilligan.

'We all get our things': Nick Offerman knows his strengths — and how to use them

Lisa Rosen — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With Emmy nominations this year for 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' and 'Death by Lightning,' the 'Parks and Recreation' veteran is stretching his legs as an actor.

Dr. Fauci's attorney says Aaron Rodgers should 'stick with football.' How we got here

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 23:30:46 GMT

Aaron Rodgers says early COVID czar Dr. Anthony Fauci is a coward. Fauci's attorney says the Steelers quarterback should stick with football. Here's how we got here.

From '80s L.A. rich kids to a Canadian mystery, coming-of-age sagas offer different strokes

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 18:17:00 GMT

"The Shards" from Bret Easton Ellis and Ryan Murphy delivers sex, drugs and a serial killer among rich kids in 1981 L.A., while "Sterling Point" offers gentler, less hurried teen rituals in Canada's Lake Country.

George R.R. Martin says he's fighting his own battle: 'Sadness and depression'

Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 16:38:03 GMT

'Game of Thrones' author George R.R. Martin opens up in a new blog post about his 'stressful' year, expressing that he 'battled sadness and depression' and lost friends.

Ryan Murphy re-creates 1981 L.A. as the land of sun and serial killers in 'The Shards'

Eloise Rollins-Fife — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Ryan Murphy's FX adaptation of 'The Shards' brings Bret Easton Ellis' coming-of-age thriller to life with meticulous production design, costumes and iconic L.A. locations.

Keri Russell's chances of winning an Emmy for 'The Diplomat,' by the numbers

Carla Meyer — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In the race for the Emmy for lead actress in a drama, 'The Diplomat's' Keri Russell joins competitor Rhea Seehorn ('Pluribus') in the overdue club.

One Shot: The single image that sums up Rue's journey in 'Euphoria' Season 3

Daron James — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Cinematographer Marcell Rév breaks down the western influences on Rue's burial, filmed over three days in nearby Lancaster.

Inside the Emmy-nominated stunt performances redefining small-screen action

Daron James — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

It's more than punches and kicks. The stunt performers behind five Emmy nominees explain the precision required to marry storytelling with spectacle.

'The Pitt' threw these actors 'into the deep end.' How they learned to go with the flow

Emily Zemler — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'The Pitt' stars Patrick Ball, Shawn Hatosy and Gerran Howell, all nominated for an Emmy for supporting actor in a drama, explain the series' steep learning curve.

Did we miss 'Ted Lasso' more than we want to admit?

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 07:01:00 GMT

Emmy-winning 'Ted Lasso' returns for a fourth season, with Jason Sudeikis coaching a women's team. Stars Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple also return.

Paramount quarterly profit falls amid bruising merger battle

Meg James — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 22:32:03 GMT

A federal judge has set a March 2 trial to determine whether David Ellison's Warner Bros. takeover can move forward.

Paramount's David Ellison says critics don't get his politics

Meg James — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 16:14:19 GMT

In an op-ed, Ellison tries to allay worries that he can be trusted to run CNN

You're invited... to find out how 4 Emmy hopefuls reinvented the TV wedding dress code

Emma Fraser — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

At the nuptials on 'Love Story,' 'Hacks,' 'Bridgerton' and 'The Gilded Age,' the guests may not upstage the bride and groom. But they certainly come close.

'Your Friends & Neighbors' is unafraid to tackle the indignities of middle age

Tue, 4 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Star Amanda Peet and creator Jonathan Tropper break down the Apple TV series' matter-of-fact treatment of aging, from perimenopause to back pain.

For Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, the quest to revive 'All My Children' is personal

Amy Amatangelo — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The TV power couple, who met on the show, is developing a series of Lifetime movies checking in on key characters. It could be the next evolution of the soap opera form.

John Candy's family opens up about the beauty and pain unearthed by Emmy-nominated doc

Jenelle Riley — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Rosemary Candy and children Chris and Jennifer explain why they turned down countless offers to make a film about the late actor — until 'John Candy: I Like Me.'

In the 'Beef' writers room, 'intrusive thoughts' are dramatic gold

Michael Ordoña — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Beef' creator Lee Sung Jin explains how everything from Eastern religions to Carl Jung informed Season 2's bruising intergenerational battle.

What does it really take to sell out Madison Square Garden? We asked the experts

Hillary Atkin — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In the final season of 'Hacks,' a Madison Square Garden sellout looms large for Deborah Vance. In real life, the venue is just as totemic for stand-ups.

6 veteran actors on their hard-earned Emmy nods: 'Does this mean I get more work?'

Daniel Vaillancourt — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With many credits to their names and years under their belts, these six performers are basking in the glow of their first Emmy nominations.

'Wonder Man' may be canceled, but Yahya Abdul-Mateen II's big year isn't over

Tim Grierson — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The recent cancellation of Marvel's 'Wonder Man' may put a damper on the actor's Emmy campaign, but he still has Netflix's 'Cliff Booth' movie to look forward to.

Vincent Pastore, mobster actor in 'The Sopranos' and 'Goodfellas,' dies at 80

Yvonne Villarreal, Samantha Masunaga — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 23:11:24 GMT

Vincent Pastore, best known for playing gangster informant Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on HBO's "The Sopranos," has died.

Team behind Jared Leto doc wants to continue sexual assault investigation

Emily Zemler — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:13:04 GMT

Alice McShane and Jessica Sartenaer spent a year and a half and sifted through more than 120 online allegations to investigate claims of sexual assault and possible statutory rape against Jared Leto, who denies the accusations.

Netflix expands 'The Walking Dead' deal, but loses exclusive hold on zombie franchise

Cerys Davies — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:05:31 GMT

Netflix will stream all 371 episodes of the 'Walking Dead' universe worldwide under a five-year, $500-million deal — but it loses its U.S. exclusive.

'Everybody's high on dance': At 25 years, Hip Hop International has big plans for the future

Jevon Phillips — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:11:30 GMT

Hip Hop International crowns its world champions in Phoenix on Saturday, in a competition featuring 3,000 dancers from more than 55 countries.

Javier Bardem on the 'Cape Fear' finale and reinventing Max Cady for the digital age

Carlos Aguilar — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actor discussed the finale of the Apple TV thriller, why he finds satisfaction in portraying sinister characters like Cady and how he doesn't fear a backlash for being outspoken.

Former Chargers star Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies at 64. His family blames CTE

Steve Henson — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:05:42 GMT

Billy Ray Smith Jr. played his entire NFL career with the San Diego Chargers before becoming a beloved broadcaster and philanthropist in his adopted city.

ABC fires back at FCC, alleging 'retaliation' campaign on behalf of Trump

Meg James — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:19:31 GMT

Disney is defending its stewardship of its eight owned stations, including KABC-TV Channel 7 in Los Angeles and KGO-TV in San Francisco.

You think escaping a Cyclops is hard? Try outwitting a giant cave shark in 'The Devil's Mouth'

Mary McNamara — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'The Odyssey' meets 'Shark Week' in Amazon Prime Video's 'The Devil's Mouth': the ultimate travel horror tale.

In 'Furious,' a female serial killer is more than the murders she commits

Robert Lloyd — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Created by Elizabeth Meriwether, 'Furious' stars Emmy Rossum as an FBI agent on the trail of a female serial killer who gives reasons to dislike her victims.

Open bottle of alcohol found in Tony Romo's vehicle at the time of his OWI arrest, authorities say

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:33:06 GMT

Former Cowboys quarterback and current CBS analyst Tony Romo was found to have an open container of alcohol in his Jeep at the time of his OWI arrest last week, according to the citation.

Paramount agrees to months-long delay of Warner Bros. merger

Meg James — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:57:57 GMT

The concessions come as Paramount Skydance already was facing the prospect of a lengthy moratorium. The latest delay could extend to next summer.

Fan-fave 'Love Island USA' sweethearts Olandria, Nic Vansteenberghe call it quits

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:43:56 GMT

The summer sun has set on 'Love Island USA' fan favorites Olandria and Nic Vansteenberghe's romance, a year after their time on the hit series.

Pat McAfee announces his debut album. For real. 'Finding my singing voice has been fun'

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:13:03 GMT

ESPN personality Pat McAfee announced Wednesday he addresses his haters in his debut album, 'The Diary of a Polarizing Figure,' a musical collaboration with Nashville artist Ernest.

'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe' is an out-of-this-world comedy

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:19:02 GMT

The latest spinoff from 'The Big Bang Theory' takes secondary characters and places them in a sci-fi adventure comedy filled with small details that bring the story alive.

The De Los Podcast: Telemundo won over World Cup viewers. Can more Latinos win in Hollywood?

Andrea Flores — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:34:53 GMT

After the 2026 World Cup, De Los editors discuss how Telemundo reigned supreme — and how media companies need to court Latino audiences if they want big ratings.

California Democrats blast FCC in KABC, KGO license reviews

Meg James — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Walt Disney Co.-owned TV stations risk losing their licenses, part of an effort by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr to challenge media outlets that President Trump views as foes

'Pompeii: Out of Time With Tom Hiddleston' brings a dead city back to life

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Tom 'Loki' Hiddleston returns to Pompeii, a place he visited as a teenager that became unforgettable to him, to tell the story of possible survivors.

Discovering Charles Manson was her grandfather plunged her into crisis: 'I come from a murderer'

Greg Braxton — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Hulu documentary 'My Grandfather Charles Manson' depicts co-director Sophia Maddox's journey from pain to empowerment after discovering that her grandfather is the infamous killer.

John Kirby, beloved celebrity acting coach and Bruce Kirby's son, dies of ALS

Anthony Solorzano — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:22:44 GMT

John Kirby, a veteran acting coach whose clients included Jeff Bridges, Jim Caviezel, Cameron Diaz and Hilary Duff, died Wednesday after a three-year battle with ALS. He was 75.

Ed Harris says he wanted to quit 'Dutton Ranch,' felt 'underused and inconsequential'

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:47:24 GMT

Ed Harris opened up on the red carpet about his experience on Taylor Sheridan's 'Yellowstone' spinoff 'Dutton Ranch,' saying he felt 'underused and inconsequential' in the series' first season.

ESPN six-episode podcast to examine Shohei Ohtani-Ippei Mizuhara gambling scandal

Steve Henson — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:59:41 GMT

"The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani" is a six-episode "30 for 30" podcast told by Tisha Thompson, the ESPN investigative reporter who taped exclusive interviews in 2024.

Tom Hiddleston calls 'Pompeii: Out of Time' an 'extraordinary confluence of my passions'

Stuart Miller — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actor known for playing Loki in the MCU time travels to Pompeii in his new series for NatGeo, which is part travelogue, documentary and historical reenactment of the explosion of Mt. Vesuvius.

'RHOSLC' stars Angie Katsanevas and Shawn Trujillo split after 27 years of marriage

Emily St. Martin — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:37:35 GMT

'Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' star Angie Katsanevas and husband Shawn Trujillo are separating after nearly three decades of marriage. The couple has denied rumors of infidelity.

Ewan Mitchell helps Aemond show his true colors in 'House of the Dragon'

Emily Zemler — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The British actor, who plays Aemond Targaryen in HBO's "House of the Dragon," spoke in depth about Season 3, Episode 5, which examines his relationship with Alys Rivers.

Why e-commerce pitches are creeping into TV news

Stephen Battaglio — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

As ratings and ad revenue shrink, selling products inside of programming is becoming increasingly common. Product pitches on NBC's "Today," ABC's "Good Morning America" and "CBS Mornings" have grown in recent years.

'Heartstopper Forever': The creator and stars bid farewell to Nick, Charlie and their love story

Max Gao — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Alice Oseman, the creator of the 'Heartstopper' comics and Netflix TV series, along with stars Joe Locke and Kit Connor, spoke about ending Nick and Charlie's story with a feature film.

Kris Jenner's mom, beloved matriarch Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon, dies at 91

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:02:44 GMT

Kris Jenner's mom, the beloved 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' matriarch Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon, died Thursday. She was 91.

Hal Williams, 'Sanford and Son' and '227' actor, dies at 91

Tracy Brown — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:02:44 GMT

Actor Hal Williams, who portrayed Officer Smitty on 'Sanford and Son' and Lester Jenkins on '227,' has died. He was 91.

Chloe Fineman is saying goodbye to 'SNL' after seven seasons

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:02:31 GMT

Chloe Fineman announced her departure from 'Saturday Night Live' after seven seasons on the NBC sketch comedy show.

'Disorderly person' arrested for allegedly shouting racial slur, lunging at 'Today's' Craig Melvin

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:39:43 GMT

An intruder breached 'Today' show security and confronted co-anchor Craig Melvin, lunging and yelling a racial slur at him.

Julia Garner and Foster the People frontman Mark Foster separate after almost six years of marriage

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:24:29 GMT

Julia Garner and Mark Foster, frontman of Foster the People, are separating after almost six years of marriage. The 'Ozark' star was recently seen in Los Angeles and Paris without her wedding ring.

Netflix is the king of streaming. So why is its stock down this year?

Wendy Lee — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Some investors are concerned about Netflix's future growth, causing the company's stock price to tumble 21% year to date.

Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer really have become each other's ride or die

Emily Zemler — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actors joined forces in Prime Video's new action-comedy series, where they play best friends on the run, developing a real-life friendship in the process.

Will Ferrell's 'The Hawk' tees up silly sophomoric jokes, but that's why we're here

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:01:00 GMT

Ferrell stars alongside Fortune Feimster and Molly Shannon as washed up golfer Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins, who is trying to get back on the PGA tour and reconnect with his son.

Fabrizio Guido talks 'Running Point,' the new wave of Latino Hollywood and stand-up comedy

Carlos De Loera — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:21:18 GMT

In this week's episode of "The De Los Podcast," actor and comedian Fabrizio Guido discusses his character Jackie Moreno from Netflix's "Running Point," sings the praises of the rising young Latino talents in Hollywood and walks through his rise as a stand-up comic.

In 'Ride or Die' and 'Lucky,' women are on the run but also in on the action

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer star in a rollicking action comedy series on Prime Video, while Anya Taylor-Joy stars in an adaptation on Apple TV that leans into violence.

Millions of dollars were wagered on 'Love Island.' Why Kalshi wants more trades in reality TV

Cerys Davies — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Love Island' marked Kalshi's largest TV market to date, with over $77 million in trading. With more success in its culture markets, the overall percentage of female traders on the prediction market platform has doubled in the last year.

The 15 best international series to stream right now

Mary McNamara — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For six weeks, soccer made the U.S. the center of worldwide celebration. Keep the post-World Cup blues at bay by watching these 15 international series.

Scott Bryce, actor known for 'As the World Turns,' dies at 68

Tracy Brown — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:12:51 GMT

Actor Scott Bryce, known as the original Craig Montgomery on soap opera 'As the World Turns,' has died. He was 68.

Commentary: Tim Heidecker isn't worried about Alex Jones exploding, metaphorically speaking

Robert Lloyd — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actor and comedian spoke about his collaboration with the Onion, in which he parodies the far-right host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones in service of Sandy Hook families.

Theo Burrell, star of 'Antiques Roadshow' and a cancer research advocate, dies at 39

Emily St. Martin — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:27:05 GMT

'Antiques Roadshow' expert Theo Burrell has died at 39, four years after being diagnosed with an incurable, aggressive Grade 4 brain tumor.

Josh Grisetti, Broadway actor also known for 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' dies at 44

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:11:12 GMT

Josh Grisetti, the Broadway actor who charmed audiences with roles in "Something Rotten" and TV's "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," died by suicide. He was 44.

Racial and class diversity in TV and films can help children challenge biases, study finds

Whitney Friedlander — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A study looking at children's programming found that exposure to racial and class diversity onscreen can help combat biases among white children.

The comic book store will never be the same: How the latest 'Big Bang' spinoff was born

Jim Halterman — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe' is a wildly different series from 'The Big Bang Theory' and its prequels, elevating Kevin Sussman, Brian Posehn, Lauren Lapkus and John Ross Bowie to leads.

For the voice actors behind Rogue and Wolverine, 'X-Men '97' made them feel whole again

Carlos Aguilar — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The original 'X-Men' animated series was a life-changing experience for Lenore Zann and Cal Dodd, so they were happy to return for 'X-Men '97,' which began Season 2 earlier this month.