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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

Actress Shelley Fabares, known for "The Donna Reed Show," "One Day at a Time" and the 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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.'

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

'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.

'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.'

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

'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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.'

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.

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

Nadia Neophytou — 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.

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.

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.

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.