Taye Diggs is returning to All American as Billy Baker! The thing is, though… Billy Baker died. Here’s all there is to know about this mysterious return to The CW sports series. Diggs will return as Billy for a guest-star appearance in All American Season 6, which is currently airing on Mondays on The CW following its May 6 premiere, according to Deadline. Diggs will appear in the episode that airs on Monday, May 20, and the appearance perhaps makes more sense when you realize that this will be the week before All American‘s 100th episode (airing May 27). The father and football coach was last seen in All American Season 5 Episode 11, “Time,” when he died saving his players after their bus got in an accident. While plot details about Diggs’ return are being kept under wraps for now, it will presumably be in some kind of flashback scene (or scenes!). Bringing...
- 5/9/2024
- TV Insider
Billy Baker is back — somehow.
Taye Diggs will guest star in the May 20 of the CW’s “All American,” on which he played Billy Baker until the character died in Season 5. It it not yet known how exactly Billy will be incorporated into the episode, which will mark the eighth of the season.
Season 6 of the sports drama, which premiered on April 1 and has released six episodes so far, has followed the remaining “All American” characters as they reel from losing Billy. His sons Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) struggle with the pressure of their new NFL draft eligibility while their sister Olivia (Samantha Logan) returns from London to L.A. with hopes to honor Billy’s legacy and their mother Laura (Monét Mazur) finds herself in a new stage of life both personally and as a lawyer.
“All American” is produced by Warner Bros. Television and...
Taye Diggs will guest star in the May 20 of the CW’s “All American,” on which he played Billy Baker until the character died in Season 5. It it not yet known how exactly Billy will be incorporated into the episode, which will mark the eighth of the season.
Season 6 of the sports drama, which premiered on April 1 and has released six episodes so far, has followed the remaining “All American” characters as they reel from losing Billy. His sons Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) struggle with the pressure of their new NFL draft eligibility while their sister Olivia (Samantha Logan) returns from London to L.A. with hopes to honor Billy’s legacy and their mother Laura (Monét Mazur) finds herself in a new stage of life both personally and as a lawyer.
“All American” is produced by Warner Bros. Television and...
- 5/9/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
All American fans haven’t seen the last of Billy Baker.
Taye Diggs, who played Coach Baker until the character’s untimely death in Season 5, will return to the CW series for a Season 6 guest appearance, TVLine has confirmed.
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Diggs will appear on the May 20 installment, one week before All American hits its...
Taye Diggs, who played Coach Baker until the character’s untimely death in Season 5, will return to the CW series for a Season 6 guest appearance, TVLine has confirmed.
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Diggs will appear on the May 20 installment, one week before All American hits its...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Taye Diggs is making a return to All American for one upcoming episode.
The actor, whose character died in Season 5, is set to appear in the May 20 episode of The CW series, which will usher in the 100th episode on May 27.
While canonically its been more than a year since the All American universe lost Billy Baker, Diggs only exited the series last season.
His character died in Season 5, Episode 11, titled “Time.” Since then, the characters have been grieving Billy’s death in various ways, and Season 6 has largely focused so far on the ways everyone is trying to move forward without him.
Details around how, exactly, Diggs will appear in the episode are being kept under wraps, and a logline for the episode has not been released quite yet.
Season 6 of All American was recently expanded from 13 episodes to 15, which was intended to allow the writers to better...
The actor, whose character died in Season 5, is set to appear in the May 20 episode of The CW series, which will usher in the 100th episode on May 27.
While canonically its been more than a year since the All American universe lost Billy Baker, Diggs only exited the series last season.
His character died in Season 5, Episode 11, titled “Time.” Since then, the characters have been grieving Billy’s death in various ways, and Season 6 has largely focused so far on the ways everyone is trying to move forward without him.
Details around how, exactly, Diggs will appear in the episode are being kept under wraps, and a logline for the episode has not been released quite yet.
Season 6 of All American was recently expanded from 13 episodes to 15, which was intended to allow the writers to better...
- 5/9/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Paradigm on Wednesday announced its hiring of Craig Bernstein and Lindsay Samakow who will respectively oversee new Physical Production and Speakers departments for the agency. Both will work out of Paradigm’s Los Angeles office.
Bernstein joins from A3, where he oversaw the Physical Production department. Prior to that, he was at UTA in the Motion Picture Production department, and ICM Partners for 20 years. Over the course of his career, he’s worked with directors, cinematographers, production designers, editors, costume designers, visual effects artists, stunt coordinators and other production professionals. The Syracuse University grad began his career working in production for several of the most-respected producers in the industry and is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
Samakow comes to Paradigm following a combined seven years at CAA and ICM Partners, which CAA acquired in 2022. As Co-Head of the Lecture Department at ICM Partners, she played...
Bernstein joins from A3, where he oversaw the Physical Production department. Prior to that, he was at UTA in the Motion Picture Production department, and ICM Partners for 20 years. Over the course of his career, he’s worked with directors, cinematographers, production designers, editors, costume designers, visual effects artists, stunt coordinators and other production professionals. The Syracuse University grad began his career working in production for several of the most-respected producers in the industry and is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
Samakow comes to Paradigm following a combined seven years at CAA and ICM Partners, which CAA acquired in 2022. As Co-Head of the Lecture Department at ICM Partners, she played...
- 5/8/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney Branded Television announced today the premiere date for the animated musical series Disney Jr.’s Ariel, which was inspired by The Little Mermaid.
The series will debut on Thursday, June 27, on Disney Junior (9:00 a.m. Edt/Pdt) and air on Disney Channel later that day. An initial batch of eight episodes will be available on Disney+ the following day, Friday, June 28.
Additionally, new recurring cast members were announced, including Yvette Nicole Brown, Melissa Villaseñor, and Ron Funches.
To help build excitement for Disney Jr.’s Ariel, it was also announced that a new series of shorts titled Disney Jr.’s Ariel: Mermaid Tales will be featured across Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Junior beginning Wednesday, June 5. Each two-minute short will highlight a different aspect of Ariel’s life in Atlantica.
Set in the Caribbean-inspired fairytale kingdom of Atlantica, the series follows young mermaid princess Ariel (Mykal-Michelle Harris) as...
The series will debut on Thursday, June 27, on Disney Junior (9:00 a.m. Edt/Pdt) and air on Disney Channel later that day. An initial batch of eight episodes will be available on Disney+ the following day, Friday, June 28.
Additionally, new recurring cast members were announced, including Yvette Nicole Brown, Melissa Villaseñor, and Ron Funches.
To help build excitement for Disney Jr.’s Ariel, it was also announced that a new series of shorts titled Disney Jr.’s Ariel: Mermaid Tales will be featured across Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Junior beginning Wednesday, June 5. Each two-minute short will highlight a different aspect of Ariel’s life in Atlantica.
Set in the Caribbean-inspired fairytale kingdom of Atlantica, the series follows young mermaid princess Ariel (Mykal-Michelle Harris) as...
- 5/8/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions in the upcoming episode of “All American” titled “Passin’ Me By,” airing at 8:00 Pm on Monday, May 13, 2024, on Pix. As the clock ticks down to New Year’s Eve, Spencer and Olivia are determined to celebrate together, but their plans are thwarted by unexpected interruptions.
Meanwhile, Jordan seeks advice on navigating a sensitive issue with Layla, highlighting the complexities of relationships and communication. As tensions rise, Patience finds herself pushed to her limits, adding another layer of drama to the mix.
With its compelling storylines and relatable characters, “All American” continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of friendship, love, and personal struggles. Don’t miss “Passin’ Me By” as it promises to deliver another gripping episode filled with twists and turns. Tune in at 8:00 Pm on Monday, May 13, 2024, on Pix to catch all the drama unfold.
Release Date & Time: 8:...
Meanwhile, Jordan seeks advice on navigating a sensitive issue with Layla, highlighting the complexities of relationships and communication. As tensions rise, Patience finds herself pushed to her limits, adding another layer of drama to the mix.
With its compelling storylines and relatable characters, “All American” continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of friendship, love, and personal struggles. Don’t miss “Passin’ Me By” as it promises to deliver another gripping episode filled with twists and turns. Tune in at 8:00 Pm on Monday, May 13, 2024, on Pix to catch all the drama unfold.
Release Date & Time: 8:...
- 5/6/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for an evening of friendship, discovery, and unexpected twists on the latest episode of “All American”! Season 6 Episode 6, titled “Connection,” is set to air on Monday, May 6th, 2024, at 8:00 Pm on Pix.
In this exciting installment, the Vortex crew finds themselves without internet after a spontaneous trip to the cabin. Rather than lamenting their lack of connectivity, they decide to make the most of their time by helping Spencer with his latest case studies on relationships. As they delve into Spencer’s studies, they uncover valuable insights about love, friendship, and communication.
Meanwhile, Jordan makes a surprising discovery about Layla that could change everything. Will this revelation bring them closer together or drive them further apart?
Join us for a captivating episode filled with heartwarming moments and unexpected revelations. Don’t miss “All American” Season 6 Episode 6, “Connection,” airing at 8:00 Pm on Monday, May 6th, 2024, on Pix.
In this exciting installment, the Vortex crew finds themselves without internet after a spontaneous trip to the cabin. Rather than lamenting their lack of connectivity, they decide to make the most of their time by helping Spencer with his latest case studies on relationships. As they delve into Spencer’s studies, they uncover valuable insights about love, friendship, and communication.
Meanwhile, Jordan makes a surprising discovery about Layla that could change everything. Will this revelation bring them closer together or drive them further apart?
Join us for a captivating episode filled with heartwarming moments and unexpected revelations. Don’t miss “All American” Season 6 Episode 6, “Connection,” airing at 8:00 Pm on Monday, May 6th, 2024, on Pix.
- 4/29/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Can you tell who has a “good” voice and who has a “bad” voice just by looking someone in the face who is lip-syncing to a song? This is the question posed to participants weekly on the Fox game show I Can See Your Voice, hosted and created by Ken Jeong.
“The whole show is predicated on, is this a ‘good’ singer or a ‘bad’ singer without ever hearing them actually hearing them sing,” Jeong tells Deadline during a panel at its Contenders Television: Documentary + Unscripted awards-season event. “We use visual clues, lip-sync clues, and like detective kind of clues. At the end of the day, the contestant has an opportunity to win life-changing money by determining if the final secret voice is good or bad. And if it is good, then they can win up to $100,000. It’s really just feel-good television at its best.”
Casting and coaching are...
“The whole show is predicated on, is this a ‘good’ singer or a ‘bad’ singer without ever hearing them actually hearing them sing,” Jeong tells Deadline during a panel at its Contenders Television: Documentary + Unscripted awards-season event. “We use visual clues, lip-sync clues, and like detective kind of clues. At the end of the day, the contestant has an opportunity to win life-changing money by determining if the final secret voice is good or bad. And if it is good, then they can win up to $100,000. It’s really just feel-good television at its best.”
Casting and coaching are...
- 4/27/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Get ready for another gripping episode of “All American” airing this Monday at 8:00 Pm on Pix. In Season 6 Episode 5, titled “Trust Issues,” viewers will be drawn deeper into the world of high school football and the complex personal struggles faced by its players.
As Spencer grapples with challenges on the field stemming from a new game strategy, he finds himself shifting his focus to helping a fellow player from South Crenshaw High who is battling his own demons. With Spencer’s guidance and support, the young athlete navigates through his struggles, highlighting the importance of teamwork and mentorship both on and off the field.
Meanwhile, Layla takes on the role of matchmaker as she helps Jordan find a new roommate for the beach house. As tensions rise and secrets emerge, viewers will be on the edge of their seats to see how these relationships unfold and the impact they have on the characters’ lives.
As Spencer grapples with challenges on the field stemming from a new game strategy, he finds himself shifting his focus to helping a fellow player from South Crenshaw High who is battling his own demons. With Spencer’s guidance and support, the young athlete navigates through his struggles, highlighting the importance of teamwork and mentorship both on and off the field.
Meanwhile, Layla takes on the role of matchmaker as she helps Jordan find a new roommate for the beach house. As tensions rise and secrets emerge, viewers will be on the edge of their seats to see how these relationships unfold and the impact they have on the characters’ lives.
- 4/22/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Attention “All American” fans! Get ready for an intense new episode airing on Pix at 8:00 Pm this Monday, April 22, 2024. In Season 6 Episode 4, titled “Black Out,” the drama heats up as Spencer finds himself in the midst of a mystery following his 21st birthday bash.
After a night of celebration, Spencer is determined to piece together the events of the previous evening with the help of his friend Coop. As they unravel the events, secrets and revelations come to light, leaving Spencer questioning everything.
Meanwhile, Olivia and Jordan take a trip down memory lane with their father Billy, reflecting on their childhood and the challenges they’ve overcome. And Asher grapples with the consequences of a difficult decision, navigating the fallout with resilience and determination.
Don’t miss out on the action-packed twists and turns in this thrilling new episode of “All American.” Tune in for an evening of suspense...
After a night of celebration, Spencer is determined to piece together the events of the previous evening with the help of his friend Coop. As they unravel the events, secrets and revelations come to light, leaving Spencer questioning everything.
Meanwhile, Olivia and Jordan take a trip down memory lane with their father Billy, reflecting on their childhood and the challenges they’ve overcome. And Asher grapples with the consequences of a difficult decision, navigating the fallout with resilience and determination.
Don’t miss out on the action-packed twists and turns in this thrilling new episode of “All American.” Tune in for an evening of suspense...
- 4/15/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Chrissy Teigen and her husband, John Legend, attended the City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic Of Motown on Wednesday evening, April 10. The event took place at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.
City Harvest’s Annual Charity Gala
City Harvest, an organization dedicated to food rescue and combating hunger, hosts an annual benefit gala that unites celebrities, influencers, and prominent New York City residents to celebrate individuals who make significant contributions to feeding neighbors facing food insecurity.
Geoffrey Zakarian, Richard Gere, Sandra Ripert, Alejandra Gere, Eric Ripert, Alex Cohen, Chrissy Teigen, Jilly Stephens, and John Legend attend as City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic Of Motown at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024, in New York City (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)
This year’s gala, hosted by Taye Diggs, featured a live auction, dance party, and special recognitions for John Legend and Alex Cohen. The event raised enough funds to...
City Harvest’s Annual Charity Gala
City Harvest, an organization dedicated to food rescue and combating hunger, hosts an annual benefit gala that unites celebrities, influencers, and prominent New York City residents to celebrate individuals who make significant contributions to feeding neighbors facing food insecurity.
Geoffrey Zakarian, Richard Gere, Sandra Ripert, Alejandra Gere, Eric Ripert, Alex Cohen, Chrissy Teigen, Jilly Stephens, and John Legend attend as City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic Of Motown at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024, in New York City (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)
This year’s gala, hosted by Taye Diggs, featured a live auction, dance party, and special recognitions for John Legend and Alex Cohen. The event raised enough funds to...
- 4/12/2024
- by Florie Mae Malapit
- Your Next Shoes
Chrissy Teigen is looking fierce on the red carpet!
The 38-year-old cookbook author and husband John Legend coupled up for the City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic Of Motown on Wednesday evening (April 10) held at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Chrissy Teigen
For the event, Chrissy wowed in a sheer, animal-print dress while John, 45, sported a black tux with brown jeweled detailing.
Fellow guests in attendance included Taye Diggs, Busy Philipps, Richard Gere and wife Alejandra Silva, Jane Krakowski, The Bachelorette‘s Tayshia Adams, Rhony‘s Ubah Hassan and boyfriend Oliver Dachsel, Chicago Med actress Yaya DaCosta, and A Chef’s Guide to Soul Food host Millie Peartree.
Food Network stars also in attendance included Ted Allen, Geoffrey Zakarian, and Tom Colicchio.
The annual event honors the City Harvest supporters whose efforts have played a significant role in the fight against hunger in New York City.
The 38-year-old cookbook author and husband John Legend coupled up for the City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic Of Motown on Wednesday evening (April 10) held at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Chrissy Teigen
For the event, Chrissy wowed in a sheer, animal-print dress while John, 45, sported a black tux with brown jeweled detailing.
Fellow guests in attendance included Taye Diggs, Busy Philipps, Richard Gere and wife Alejandra Silva, Jane Krakowski, The Bachelorette‘s Tayshia Adams, Rhony‘s Ubah Hassan and boyfriend Oliver Dachsel, Chicago Med actress Yaya DaCosta, and A Chef’s Guide to Soul Food host Millie Peartree.
Food Network stars also in attendance included Ted Allen, Geoffrey Zakarian, and Tom Colicchio.
The annual event honors the City Harvest supporters whose efforts have played a significant role in the fight against hunger in New York City.
- 4/11/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Chrissy Teigen is no stranger to controversy on social media or otherwise. This week, her outfit for a charity ball made some question her choices and others praise her on-trend style. Many celebs have freed the nipple in 2024, a luxury fashion trend that only seems to be growing, at least on the red carpet. See Teigen’s scandalous look and other stars’ who tossed their bras in the trash this year:
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend at the City Harvest gala | Jared Siskin/Getty Images for City Harvest
City Harvest’s annual gala brings together celebrities and high-profile NYC residents to honor those who help feed neighbors experiencing food insecurity. The 2024 City Harvest Gala: Magic of Motown took place on April 10 and raised enough to provide 10 million meals to New Yorkers in need. Hosted by Private Practice actor Taye Diggs, the evening included a live auction, dance party, and special...
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend at the City Harvest gala | Jared Siskin/Getty Images for City Harvest
City Harvest’s annual gala brings together celebrities and high-profile NYC residents to honor those who help feed neighbors experiencing food insecurity. The 2024 City Harvest Gala: Magic of Motown took place on April 10 and raised enough to provide 10 million meals to New Yorkers in need. Hosted by Private Practice actor Taye Diggs, the evening included a live auction, dance party, and special...
- 4/11/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
One of The CW’s last remaining teen dramas is finally back, with a catch. All American Season 6 begins with a time jump, skipping ahead a year and three months after the events of the Season 5 finale.
The series centers on Spencer (Daniel Ezra), a star football player recruited from South L.A., and his friend group (aka “the vortex”) at Beverly Hills High. After high school graduation midway through Season 4, the show shifted its focus to life at Golden Angeles University, which most of the group conveniently attends together. The second half of Season 4 and Season 5 covered the ups and downs of freshman year as Spencer juggled college football, his on-and-off relationship with Olivia (Samantha Logan), and hardships like Coach Baker’s (Taye Diggs) unexpected death. The Season 6 time jump then skips over sophomore year entirely and picks up when Spencer and co. are college juniors.
The series centers on Spencer (Daniel Ezra), a star football player recruited from South L.A., and his friend group (aka “the vortex”) at Beverly Hills High. After high school graduation midway through Season 4, the show shifted its focus to life at Golden Angeles University, which most of the group conveniently attends together. The second half of Season 4 and Season 5 covered the ups and downs of freshman year as Spencer juggled college football, his on-and-off relationship with Olivia (Samantha Logan), and hardships like Coach Baker’s (Taye Diggs) unexpected death. The Season 6 time jump then skips over sophomore year entirely and picks up when Spencer and co. are college juniors.
- 4/10/2024
- by Kelly Martinez
- Primetimer
It takes The Matrix about three minutes to become the coolest thing you’ve ever seen. That’s when Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) evades a cop by breaking his arm, punching his throat, and then freezing mid-air so the camera can whip around her before she unleashes a kick that sends him across the room. Three minutes. And everything changed.
But the most impressive part may be the fact that the amazing stuff doesn’t stop there. For the 117 minutes that follow, The Matrix directors Lana and Lilly Wachowski offer an improbable mix of kung fu action, Continental philosophy, and fin de siècle cool. It’s no wonder their movie became a hit in theaters and on video. Nor is it any wonder that so, so many movies and TV shows borrowed from The Matrix, at once cementing the original film’s legacy while also cheapening its effect. In immediate years...
But the most impressive part may be the fact that the amazing stuff doesn’t stop there. For the 117 minutes that follow, The Matrix directors Lana and Lilly Wachowski offer an improbable mix of kung fu action, Continental philosophy, and fin de siècle cool. It’s no wonder their movie became a hit in theaters and on video. Nor is it any wonder that so, so many movies and TV shows borrowed from The Matrix, at once cementing the original film’s legacy while also cheapening its effect. In immediate years...
- 4/10/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Get ready for an intense and emotionally charged episode of “All American” Season 6 with Episode 3, titled “Business Is Business,” airing on Pix this Monday at 8:00 Pm. In this installment, viewers are in for a rollercoaster of drama as new changes on the field spark tension between Spencer and Jordan at a critical moment.
As Spencer and Jordan navigate the challenges of their evolving dynamic, tensions escalate at the worst possible time, threatening to disrupt their teamwork and jeopardize their success on the field.
Meanwhile, Olivia finds herself grappling with the emotional fallout of delving too deeply into the past while working on her latest project, leading her to confront difficult truths and wrestle with her own inner demons.
To add to the drama, Asher faces a setback when he loses one of his star players, throwing his plans into disarray and forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions.
As Spencer and Jordan navigate the challenges of their evolving dynamic, tensions escalate at the worst possible time, threatening to disrupt their teamwork and jeopardize their success on the field.
Meanwhile, Olivia finds herself grappling with the emotional fallout of delving too deeply into the past while working on her latest project, leading her to confront difficult truths and wrestle with her own inner demons.
To add to the drama, Asher faces a setback when he loses one of his star players, throwing his plans into disarray and forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions.
- 4/8/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
[This story contains spoilers from the season six premiere of All American, “Things Done Changed.”]
After nearly a yearlong gap since its season five finale, All American made its season six premiere on The CW on Monday night.
The sports drama that is centered around football player Spencer James (Daniel Ezra) — which has followed the star wide receiver and his friends from his days at Crenshaw High up through his freshman year at the fictitious Golden Angeles University last season — will mark 100 episodes on May 27. It’s a milestone Ezra says came as a shock to him, like many others in the series.
“When I was cast, that was a surprise. When the pilot got picked up, that was a surprise. I didn’t expect any of it,” he tells The Hollywood Reporter. “It took me two seasons to give up my apartment in London. I just thought, ‘They’re going to send me back.’”
Season six picks up 15 months...
After nearly a yearlong gap since its season five finale, All American made its season six premiere on The CW on Monday night.
The sports drama that is centered around football player Spencer James (Daniel Ezra) — which has followed the star wide receiver and his friends from his days at Crenshaw High up through his freshman year at the fictitious Golden Angeles University last season — will mark 100 episodes on May 27. It’s a milestone Ezra says came as a shock to him, like many others in the series.
“When I was cast, that was a surprise. When the pilot got picked up, that was a surprise. I didn’t expect any of it,” he tells The Hollywood Reporter. “It took me two seasons to give up my apartment in London. I just thought, ‘They’re going to send me back.’”
Season six picks up 15 months...
- 4/2/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
All American is officially back for Season 6 beginning April 1, and stars Samantha Logan, Daniel Ezra, Michael Evans Behling, Greta Onieogou, and Bre-z are offering some insight into their favorite moments and what’s to come next. Stopping by TV Insider’s official studio at the Television Critics Association Press Tour this winter, the cast talked Jordayla scenes, life after Billy (Taye Diggs), and more. (Credit: Bill Inoshita/The CW) “I really love the scene where they have their first kiss,” Oniegou says of her favorite Jordan and Layla moment. “Not their first kiss,” she clarifies, “but their first kiss of the when they’re like, ‘Yes, we like each other…’ But I think in terms of what best represents them, I think it’s probably a scene where Jordan is spiraling and Layla’s like, ‘Relax, relax.'” She looks to Behling who plays her other half onscreen, and he agrees,...
- 4/1/2024
- TV Insider
Attention fans of “All American”! Get ready for an intense and emotional episode as Season 6 Episode 2, titled “Public Service Announcement,” airs this Monday at 8:00 Pm on Pix. As the team gears up for their first football game of the season, the spotlight intensifies on Spencer, with the media’s growing obsession beginning to weigh heavily on him.
With pressure mounting both on and off the field, Spencer finds himself grappling with the challenges of fame and expectations. Meanwhile, Olivia confides in Jordan and Laura about a personal project she’s been pouring her energy into, revealing her inner struggles and aspirations.
In this gripping episode, viewers can expect a rollercoaster of emotions as the characters navigate the highs and lows of sports, fame, and personal relationships. With its compelling storytelling and relatable characters, “All American” continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of the complexities of life, love, and identity.
With pressure mounting both on and off the field, Spencer finds himself grappling with the challenges of fame and expectations. Meanwhile, Olivia confides in Jordan and Laura about a personal project she’s been pouring her energy into, revealing her inner struggles and aspirations.
In this gripping episode, viewers can expect a rollercoaster of emotions as the characters navigate the highs and lows of sports, fame, and personal relationships. With its compelling storytelling and relatable characters, “All American” continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of the complexities of life, love, and identity.
- 4/1/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
The lengthy wait for All American Season 6 is almost over, but a shocking piece of casting news has dropped just days ahead of the premiere.
TVLine reports that Hunter Clowdus is officially out of the show after five seasons playing JJ Parker.
The official confirmation comes months after the actor hinted his time on the show was over in response to a fan on Instagram.
During the extended hiatus, fans wondered if Clowdus was leaving The CW football drama.
In response to a fan questioning his departure, the actor said that he didn’t want to walk away from the show.
“I wanted to give the fans that character proper closure,” he dished, adding that he “began to feel very unwelcome there and it was really taking a toll” on his mental health.
Hunter Clowdus did not choose to leave All American
The star conceded that the show ultimately decided...
TVLine reports that Hunter Clowdus is officially out of the show after five seasons playing JJ Parker.
The official confirmation comes months after the actor hinted his time on the show was over in response to a fan on Instagram.
During the extended hiatus, fans wondered if Clowdus was leaving The CW football drama.
In response to a fan questioning his departure, the actor said that he didn’t want to walk away from the show.
“I wanted to give the fans that character proper closure,” he dished, adding that he “began to feel very unwelcome there and it was really taking a toll” on his mental health.
Hunter Clowdus did not choose to leave All American
The star conceded that the show ultimately decided...
- 3/31/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
“Welcome home.”
Those were the two words that All American star Bre-z used to describe the CW series’ upcoming sixth season. New episodes are right around the corner, with the Season 6 premiere set for April 1, and audiences will pick up with the characters more than a year after they last saw them.
Season 5 ended on a bit of tumultuous note for many of the characters. Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) were finally able to reconnect just as Liv was leaving to spend what everyone thought would be three months in London for an internship. Turns out, it was a bit longer than that.
Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) proposed to Layla (Greta Onieogou). Asher (Cody Christian) began preparing to have a baby. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) was stabbed outside the Baker home, unaware that Coop (Bre-z) was on her way there to confess she still had feelings she wanted to explore.
Those were the two words that All American star Bre-z used to describe the CW series’ upcoming sixth season. New episodes are right around the corner, with the Season 6 premiere set for April 1, and audiences will pick up with the characters more than a year after they last saw them.
Season 5 ended on a bit of tumultuous note for many of the characters. Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) were finally able to reconnect just as Liv was leaving to spend what everyone thought would be three months in London for an internship. Turns out, it was a bit longer than that.
Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) proposed to Layla (Greta Onieogou). Asher (Cody Christian) began preparing to have a baby. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) was stabbed outside the Baker home, unaware that Coop (Bre-z) was on her way there to confess she still had feelings she wanted to explore.
- 3/29/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
In celebration of International Mermaid Day (it’s a thing!), Disney Junior has released the first official teaser for Ariel, its upcoming series based on The Little Mermaid — and it features an iconic Disney villain like you’ve never seen her before.
Ursula, typically presented as a fabulously menacing sea witch, is now (gasp!) a mentor to young Ariel. The teaser includes a shot of Ariel and her friends taking part in Ursula’s “magic camp,” where she will presumably school them in witchcraft. Watching Ariel greet her as “Tante Ursula!” with a big smile on her face will surely...
Ursula, typically presented as a fabulously menacing sea witch, is now (gasp!) a mentor to young Ariel. The teaser includes a shot of Ariel and her friends taking part in Ursula’s “magic camp,” where she will presumably school them in witchcraft. Watching Ariel greet her as “Tante Ursula!” with a big smile on her face will surely...
- 3/29/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
We’re getting the first look at Disney Junior’s Ariel, the upcoming animated musical series for preschoolers. The network today released the first trailer for the series, inspired by The Little Mermaid live-action movie.
Mykal-Michelle Harris stars in the title role, along with Taye Diggs and Amber Riley as King Triton and Ursula.
Set in the fantastical Caribbean-inspired underwater kingdom of Atlantica, the series follows a young Ariel and features fan-favorite characters, including King Triton, Ursula, Sebastian and Flounder, as well as exciting new additions like Ariel’s two best friends, mer-children Lucia and Fernie, and other adorable sea creatures.
Disney Junior’s Ariel is executive produced by Lynne Southerland.
Check out the trailer above.
Mykal-Michelle Harris stars in the title role, along with Taye Diggs and Amber Riley as King Triton and Ursula.
Set in the fantastical Caribbean-inspired underwater kingdom of Atlantica, the series follows a young Ariel and features fan-favorite characters, including King Triton, Ursula, Sebastian and Flounder, as well as exciting new additions like Ariel’s two best friends, mer-children Lucia and Fernie, and other adorable sea creatures.
Disney Junior’s Ariel is executive produced by Lynne Southerland.
Check out the trailer above.
- 3/29/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Swagger is a sports drama in the Apple TV+ series created by Reggie Rock Bythewood. Loosely inspired by the real-life experiences of NBA player Kevin Durant, the Apple TV+ series explores the world of youth basketball through the players and their families and all the people involved in making the youngster’s dream come true. Swagger stars Solomon Irama, Tessa Ferrer, Quvenzhané Wallis, Shinelle Azoroh, O’Seah Jackson Jr., Caleel Harris, Tristan Wilds, Isaiah Hill, James Bingham, and Ozie Nzeribe. So, if you loved Swagger and all of its drama and a look into the world of sports here are some similar shows you should check out next.
All American (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – The CW
Inspired by the real-life of pro football player Spencer Paysinger, All American is a sports drama that will show you the story behind the legend just like Swagger did. Created by April Blair,...
All American (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – The CW
Inspired by the real-life of pro football player Spencer Paysinger, All American is a sports drama that will show you the story behind the legend just like Swagger did. Created by April Blair,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Attention fans of “All American”! Get ready for an electrifying start to the new season with the premiere of Season 6 Episode 1 titled “Things Done Changed.” Set to air on Monday, April 1st at 8:00 Pm on Pix, this episode promises to kick off the season with plenty of drama and excitement.
As the new school year begins, Spencer and Jordan find themselves thrust into the spotlight as they become eligible for the NFL draft. With all eyes on them, they must navigate the pressures of fame and success while staying true to themselves and their dreams. Meanwhile, Olivia makes her return to Los Angeles after a transformative experience in London, setting the stage for new challenges and opportunities.
Join the cast of “All American” as they embark on another thrilling chapter filled with twists, turns, and unexpected revelations. Don’t miss out on the action-packed premiere of Season 6 Episode 1, guaranteed...
As the new school year begins, Spencer and Jordan find themselves thrust into the spotlight as they become eligible for the NFL draft. With all eyes on them, they must navigate the pressures of fame and success while staying true to themselves and their dreams. Meanwhile, Olivia makes her return to Los Angeles after a transformative experience in London, setting the stage for new challenges and opportunities.
Join the cast of “All American” as they embark on another thrilling chapter filled with twists, turns, and unexpected revelations. Don’t miss out on the action-packed premiere of Season 6 Episode 1, guaranteed...
- 3/25/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Suits is continuing to cash in on its current popularity.
The BBC has acquired all nine seasons of the hit American legal drama, along with mockumentary St. Denis Medical and the series continuation of the hit Best Man films, The Best Man: The Final Chapters, for its TV channels and the BBC iPlayer streaming service.
It acquired the three titles from NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution.
Set in a New York City law firm, Suits stars Patrick J. Adams (Old School) as Mike Ross, who uses his photographic memory to talk his way into a job as an associate working for successful “closer” Harvey Spector, played by Gabriel Macht (Love & Other Drugs), despite being a college dropout who never attended law school. Together they win lawsuits and close cases, while at the same time hiding Mike’s secret. Suits boasts a stellar ensemble cast that also includes Gina Torres (Westworld), Sarah Rafferty...
The BBC has acquired all nine seasons of the hit American legal drama, along with mockumentary St. Denis Medical and the series continuation of the hit Best Man films, The Best Man: The Final Chapters, for its TV channels and the BBC iPlayer streaming service.
It acquired the three titles from NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution.
Set in a New York City law firm, Suits stars Patrick J. Adams (Old School) as Mike Ross, who uses his photographic memory to talk his way into a job as an associate working for successful “closer” Harvey Spector, played by Gabriel Macht (Love & Other Drugs), despite being a college dropout who never attended law school. Together they win lawsuits and close cases, while at the same time hiding Mike’s secret. Suits boasts a stellar ensemble cast that also includes Gina Torres (Westworld), Sarah Rafferty...
- 3/21/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Roger Ebert’s Film Festival, also known as Ebertfest, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by hosting screenings of Bob Fosse’s most polarizing film and one of Malcolm D. Lee’s most beloved movies.
The annual celebration of movies, which is named for the famous critic, will run April 17 to April 20 at the historic Virginia Theatre in Champaign, Ill. It will kick off with an opening night screening of Fosse’s “Star 80,” a look at the life and brutal murder of Playboy model Dorothy Stratten that divided reviewers when it opened in 1983, with some seeing it as as exploitative and others believing it was a masterpiece. Ebert was certainly in the latter camp, praising the film with a glowing four-star review, calling it “an important movie…Devastating, violent, hopeless, and important, because it holds a mirror up to a part of the world we live in, and helps us see it more clearly.
The annual celebration of movies, which is named for the famous critic, will run April 17 to April 20 at the historic Virginia Theatre in Champaign, Ill. It will kick off with an opening night screening of Fosse’s “Star 80,” a look at the life and brutal murder of Playboy model Dorothy Stratten that divided reviewers when it opened in 1983, with some seeing it as as exploitative and others believing it was a masterpiece. Ebert was certainly in the latter camp, praising the film with a glowing four-star review, calling it “an important movie…Devastating, violent, hopeless, and important, because it holds a mirror up to a part of the world we live in, and helps us see it more clearly.
- 2/28/2024
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
By the time All American Season 6 premieres, the show will have been off the air for almost 11 months.
The football drama typically airs on The CW in the fall, but thanks to the dual Hollywood strikes that brought scripted TV to a halt, new episodes are still a while away.
All American has enjoyed five successful seasons, and there’s much skepticism about where the show can go beyond Season 6.
The CW has been laser-focused on change and eradicated most of the genre shows with millions of fans.
With the premiere of All American Season 6 coming up, there’s no time like the present to dive into everything there is to know about it.
We’ve done all the digging, so you don’t have to.
When will All American Season 6 premiere?
At one point, All American Season 6 was supposed to premiere on The CW in fall 2023.
Thanks to the aforementioned strikes,...
The football drama typically airs on The CW in the fall, but thanks to the dual Hollywood strikes that brought scripted TV to a halt, new episodes are still a while away.
All American has enjoyed five successful seasons, and there’s much skepticism about where the show can go beyond Season 6.
The CW has been laser-focused on change and eradicated most of the genre shows with millions of fans.
With the premiere of All American Season 6 coming up, there’s no time like the present to dive into everything there is to know about it.
We’ve done all the digging, so you don’t have to.
When will All American Season 6 premiere?
At one point, All American Season 6 was supposed to premiere on The CW in fall 2023.
Thanks to the aforementioned strikes,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
The Superbowl may be over, but All American is returning soon to satisfy your college football cravings.
It’s been almost a year since we last saw Spencer James and the Baker twins, and their lives were forever altered when Billy Baker died and Taye Diggs left the series.
While the characters may continue to grieve Billy, they will also feature individual arcs on their journeys.
Read on for everything we know about All American Season 6, and keep this page bookmarked as we update it.
All American Renewal Status
All American received an early renewal back in January 2023 despite the changes at The CW.
All American Season 5 was the network’s #1 show in the demo, with a week of delayed viewing factored in. The CW stated it had the largest cross-platform audience on the network, partly because of the storylines.
How Did All American Season 5 End?
All American Season 5 Episode 20 ended on a major cliffhanger,...
It’s been almost a year since we last saw Spencer James and the Baker twins, and their lives were forever altered when Billy Baker died and Taye Diggs left the series.
While the characters may continue to grieve Billy, they will also feature individual arcs on their journeys.
Read on for everything we know about All American Season 6, and keep this page bookmarked as we update it.
All American Renewal Status
All American received an early renewal back in January 2023 despite the changes at The CW.
All American Season 5 was the network’s #1 show in the demo, with a week of delayed viewing factored in. The CW stated it had the largest cross-platform audience on the network, partly because of the storylines.
How Did All American Season 5 End?
All American Season 5 Episode 20 ended on a major cliffhanger,...
- 2/23/2024
- by Laura Nowak
- TVfanatic
Players is a romantic-comedy film directed by Trish Sie, from a screenplay by Whit Anderson. The Netflix original film follows the story of Mack, a sportswriter who mostly spends her time with her best friend trying to come up and execute new schemes for hooking up with strangers but when Mack finds Nick, she falls heads over heels for him and now instead of coming up with hook up schemes, Mack tries to be in a serious relationship. Players stars are Gina Rodriguez, Damon Wayans Jr., Tom Ellis, and Augustus Prew. So, if you loved the rom-com film here are some similar movies you could watch next.
Set It Up (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
If you love characters playing games in romantic comedies then you might find Set It Up, another Netflix original film very interesting. Directed by Claire Scanlon, Set It Up follows the story of two very tired assistants...
Set It Up (Netflix) Credit – Netflix
If you love characters playing games in romantic comedies then you might find Set It Up, another Netflix original film very interesting. Directed by Claire Scanlon, Set It Up follows the story of two very tired assistants...
- 2/23/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
The CW is hoping to keep its trio of scripted originals – All American, All American: Homecoming and Walker – on the air for some time.
The network scaled back its scripted ambitions after it was acquired by Nexstar in 2022 with a number of shows ending over the last twelve months including The Flash, Riverdale, Nancy Drew, Walker: Independence, The Winchesters and Gotham Knights.
Related: Martin Bobb-Semple Upped To Series Regular For Season 3 of ‘All American: Homecoming’
Its fourth scripted original Superman & Lois is heading into its fourth and final season this year.
The CW President of Entertainment Brad Schwartz said that it’s no longer an “financial” question as to whether it will keep these Warner Bros. Television and CBS Studios going past their current seasons.
Related: The CW Picks Up New Drama ‘Sherlock & Daughter’ Starring David Thewlis
“CBS and Warner Bros have been so wonderful working with us on those...
The network scaled back its scripted ambitions after it was acquired by Nexstar in 2022 with a number of shows ending over the last twelve months including The Flash, Riverdale, Nancy Drew, Walker: Independence, The Winchesters and Gotham Knights.
Related: Martin Bobb-Semple Upped To Series Regular For Season 3 of ‘All American: Homecoming’
Its fourth scripted original Superman & Lois is heading into its fourth and final season this year.
The CW President of Entertainment Brad Schwartz said that it’s no longer an “financial” question as to whether it will keep these Warner Bros. Television and CBS Studios going past their current seasons.
Related: The CW Picks Up New Drama ‘Sherlock & Daughter’ Starring David Thewlis
“CBS and Warner Bros have been so wonderful working with us on those...
- 2/15/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
All American left audiences with so much to be desired from Season 6.
After many of the characters spent Season 5 grappling with the death of coach Billy Baker [Taye Diggs], the nail-biting Season 5 finale included a long-awaited reconciliation between Spencer and Olivia, as well as Jordan and Layla’s engagement. Meanwhile, Patience’s fate in unknown after being stabbed by her stalker fan Miko outside the Baker house.
While speaking with Deadline about the upcoming finale of her NBC series Found, showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll also gave Deadline an update on where to expect Spencer, Olivia, Jordan, Layla and the rest of the All American crew when the series returns to The CW.
“For Season 6…whether it be collegiate football, whether it be Layla’s music empire, whether it be Olivia as a journalist — the stakes both personally and career wise are much higher,” she said.
Carroll added that audiences will...
After many of the characters spent Season 5 grappling with the death of coach Billy Baker [Taye Diggs], the nail-biting Season 5 finale included a long-awaited reconciliation between Spencer and Olivia, as well as Jordan and Layla’s engagement. Meanwhile, Patience’s fate in unknown after being stabbed by her stalker fan Miko outside the Baker house.
While speaking with Deadline about the upcoming finale of her NBC series Found, showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll also gave Deadline an update on where to expect Spencer, Olivia, Jordan, Layla and the rest of the All American crew when the series returns to The CW.
“For Season 6…whether it be collegiate football, whether it be Layla’s music empire, whether it be Olivia as a journalist — the stakes both personally and career wise are much higher,” she said.
Carroll added that audiences will...
- 1/13/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Fans of All American were met with a heavy heart as Season 5 bid farewell to a beloved character, Coach Billy Baker. His departure was not just a plot twist but a culmination of storytelling and personal growth that resonated deeply with viewers. Let’s explore the layers behind this significant change in the series. Character Arc Completion Billy Baker’s journey through All American has been nothing short of transformative. As the coach and mentor figure, his character arc reached a point where, according to the showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll, It just felt right for both of us. Taye Diggs, who...
- 1/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
And then there were four. Season 10 of Fox’s “The Masked Singer” airs this Wednesday with finalists Donut (Group C champion), Sea Queen (Group B winner), Cow (Group A victor) and Group A “Ding Dong Keep It On” recipient Gazelle. Variety has a first look at Donut’s emotional finale performance, dedicated to his late wife. Scroll down for a preview.
Here’s who has been unmasked so far in Season 10: John Oates as Anteater, Keyshia Cole as Candelabra, Sebastian Bach as Tiki, Ginuwine as Husky, Ashley Parker Angel as S’more, Metta World Peace as Cuddle Monster, Luann de Lesseps as Hibiscus, Tyler Posey as Hawk, Billie Jean King as Royal Hen, Michael Rapaport as Pickle, Tom Sandoval as Diver, Anthony Anderson as Rubber Ducky and one-time special guest Demi Lovato as Anonymouse.
According to the show, Season 10 contestants “boast a combined 40 medals, 33 Grammy nominations, seven hall of fame awards,...
Here’s who has been unmasked so far in Season 10: John Oates as Anteater, Keyshia Cole as Candelabra, Sebastian Bach as Tiki, Ginuwine as Husky, Ashley Parker Angel as S’more, Metta World Peace as Cuddle Monster, Luann de Lesseps as Hibiscus, Tyler Posey as Hawk, Billie Jean King as Royal Hen, Michael Rapaport as Pickle, Tom Sandoval as Diver, Anthony Anderson as Rubber Ducky and one-time special guest Demi Lovato as Anonymouse.
According to the show, Season 10 contestants “boast a combined 40 medals, 33 Grammy nominations, seven hall of fame awards,...
- 12/19/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
It’s officially the holiday season and producer Jennifer Klein brought Hollywood stars together for her annual festive party this past weekend!
Joey King, Camila Mendes, Leslie Mann, and more were in attendance for the holiday event on Saturday night (December 2) at a private residence in Brentwood, Calif.
All of the guests were treated to some holiday cheer as soon as they arrived with the party starting right as people walked into the driveway.
Head inside to check out all the details and to see all of the celebs in attendance…
Specialty cocktails were created with Don Julio, including the Mistletoe Margarita which was served in a Don Julio Blanco mini bottle with a silver straw.
Guests stopped by the Baileys Treat Cart to sip a holiday creation called the Merry Mocha Martini along with Baileys and hot chocolate.
Joey King and husband Steven Piet
Guests toasted the holiday season...
Joey King, Camila Mendes, Leslie Mann, and more were in attendance for the holiday event on Saturday night (December 2) at a private residence in Brentwood, Calif.
All of the guests were treated to some holiday cheer as soon as they arrived with the party starting right as people walked into the driveway.
Head inside to check out all the details and to see all of the celebs in attendance…
Specialty cocktails were created with Don Julio, including the Mistletoe Margarita which was served in a Don Julio Blanco mini bottle with a silver straw.
Guests stopped by the Baileys Treat Cart to sip a holiday creation called the Merry Mocha Martini along with Baileys and hot chocolate.
Joey King and husband Steven Piet
Guests toasted the holiday season...
- 12/5/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
When December rolls around, there’s something special about curling up on the couch and watching a classic Christmas movie. Almost every streaming service has a strong lineup of holiday movies, but if you’re in the mood for a Christmas movie with Black leading actors, we’ve assembled a list of some of the very best films throughout the years. In most cases, you can watch these movies with a free trial!
So heat up a mug of hot cocoa, turn on the TV and start streaming something special this holiday season.
Classic Black Christmas Movies
Black Hallmark Christmas Movies
New Black Christmas Movies in 2023
Best Christmas Movies by Streaming Service
Classic Black Christmas Movies The Preacher's Wife December 13, 1996
Good-natured Reverend Henry Biggs finds that his marriage to choir mistress Julia is flagging, due to his constant absence caring for the deprived neighborhood they live in. On top of all this,...
So heat up a mug of hot cocoa, turn on the TV and start streaming something special this holiday season.
Classic Black Christmas Movies
Black Hallmark Christmas Movies
New Black Christmas Movies in 2023
Best Christmas Movies by Streaming Service
Classic Black Christmas Movies The Preacher's Wife December 13, 1996
Good-natured Reverend Henry Biggs finds that his marriage to choir mistress Julia is flagging, due to his constant absence caring for the deprived neighborhood they live in. On top of all this,...
- 12/5/2023
- by Ben Bowman
- The Streamable
Chelsea Handler has been set to return as host of the Critics Choice Awards, which are gearing up for their 29th edition Sunday, January 14, 2024.
Organizer the Critics Choice Association confirmed Friday that the comedian, host and author will return to emcee the ceremony after debuting in the role last year. She took over from Taye Diggs, who had hosted the previous four years.
The 2024 Critics Choice Awards will air on The CW at 7 p.m. Et/Pt.
“I am very happy and excited to be hosting the Critics Choice Awards again this year, as last year was one of the most fun nights I’ve had,” Handler said. “There is no greater reward than making fun of actors and then getting drunk with them afterward. It’s an honor.”
The Critics Choice Awards are bestowed annually to honor the year’s best in film and TV. Nomination ballots for movie...
Organizer the Critics Choice Association confirmed Friday that the comedian, host and author will return to emcee the ceremony after debuting in the role last year. She took over from Taye Diggs, who had hosted the previous four years.
The 2024 Critics Choice Awards will air on The CW at 7 p.m. Et/Pt.
“I am very happy and excited to be hosting the Critics Choice Awards again this year, as last year was one of the most fun nights I’ve had,” Handler said. “There is no greater reward than making fun of actors and then getting drunk with them afterward. It’s an honor.”
The Critics Choice Awards are bestowed annually to honor the year’s best in film and TV. Nomination ballots for movie...
- 12/1/2023
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Eric McCormack’s wife, Janet Leigh Holden, has filed for divorce from the Will & Grace star after 26 years of marriage.
Holden filed with the Los Angeles County Superior Court on November 22, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the cause for separation. She is seeking spousal support and has requested that the court terminate the actor’s eligibility to be awarded spousal support.
McCormack and Holden met on the set of Lonesome Dove in 1994. The couple married in August 1997 and share one son, 21-year-old Finnigan Holden McCormack.
“I met my wife, Janet, in 1994 on the set of a TV series,” McCormack wrote in an essay for The Guardian in 2007. “I was just coming out of a relationship, and not to be trusted. I’d been dating actresses but Janet was different. She wore jeans, drove a pick-up truck.”
“At first, she wasn’t too keen,” he continued. “She knew actors are a...
Holden filed with the Los Angeles County Superior Court on November 22, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the cause for separation. She is seeking spousal support and has requested that the court terminate the actor’s eligibility to be awarded spousal support.
McCormack and Holden met on the set of Lonesome Dove in 1994. The couple married in August 1997 and share one son, 21-year-old Finnigan Holden McCormack.
“I met my wife, Janet, in 1994 on the set of a TV series,” McCormack wrote in an essay for The Guardian in 2007. “I was just coming out of a relationship, and not to be trusted. I’d been dating actresses but Janet was different. She wore jeans, drove a pick-up truck.”
“At first, she wasn’t too keen,” he continued. “She knew actors are a...
- 11/28/2023
- by Ava Lombardi
- Uinterview
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 9:30 Pm, MTV will air the seventeenth episode of “MTV Cribs” Season 19. The show, as always, offers a unique peek into the homes of celebrities. This episode features tours of lavish residences, and viewers can expect to see the homes of three notable figures.
In this installment, the spotlight is on Taye Diggs, Martha Hunt, and Nikki Garcia. “MTV Cribs” allows these celebrities to showcase their luxurious homes, complete with extravagant furnishings, plasma screen TVs, and enormous hot tubs.
As with previous episodes, the format remains consistent, offering an unscripted and intimate look into the personal spaces of the rich and famous. Whether you’re curious about celebrity lifestyles or just enjoy exploring opulent abodes, “MTV Cribs” provides a glimpse into the homes of well-known individuals.
Tune in to MTV to witness the unique and extravagant living spaces of Taye Diggs, Martha Hunt, and Nikki Garcia...
In this installment, the spotlight is on Taye Diggs, Martha Hunt, and Nikki Garcia. “MTV Cribs” allows these celebrities to showcase their luxurious homes, complete with extravagant furnishings, plasma screen TVs, and enormous hot tubs.
As with previous episodes, the format remains consistent, offering an unscripted and intimate look into the personal spaces of the rich and famous. Whether you’re curious about celebrity lifestyles or just enjoy exploring opulent abodes, “MTV Cribs” provides a glimpse into the homes of well-known individuals.
Tune in to MTV to witness the unique and extravagant living spaces of Taye Diggs, Martha Hunt, and Nikki Garcia...
- 11/8/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Exclusive: Jingle Jangle and Almost Christmas director/writer/producer David E. Talbert is launching Hbcu Next, a fellowship program that will bring aspiring filmmakers from Historically Black Colleges and Universities to the USC School of Cinematic Arts (Sca) Summer Program.
Talbert conceived and funded Hbcu Next alongside his wife and producing partner Lyn Sisson-Talbert as an opportunity to enrich the educational experience for students of Color. Within this program, participants will gain essential career insights and the creative skills required to develop more authentic portrayals of Black experiences and culture within screenwriting, filmmaking, and the evolving media landscape.
Talbert says, “Our overall objective is to foster an environment for students from HBCUs and USC to engage in cultural exchange, learning from one another’s experiences and backgrounds, and to provide access to an education conducive to giving Black storytellers a pipeline to the entertainment industry.”
“The industry gets to benefit...
Talbert conceived and funded Hbcu Next alongside his wife and producing partner Lyn Sisson-Talbert as an opportunity to enrich the educational experience for students of Color. Within this program, participants will gain essential career insights and the creative skills required to develop more authentic portrayals of Black experiences and culture within screenwriting, filmmaking, and the evolving media landscape.
Talbert says, “Our overall objective is to foster an environment for students from HBCUs and USC to engage in cultural exchange, learning from one another’s experiences and backgrounds, and to provide access to an education conducive to giving Black storytellers a pipeline to the entertainment industry.”
“The industry gets to benefit...
- 11/8/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Idina Menzel looked back on her marriage to Taye Diggs and some challenges that they faced in Hollywood.
The 52-year-old Frozen actress married the 52-year-old Broadway star in 2003. They split in 2013 and finalized their divorce two years later. They share their son Walker.
In a recent interview, Idina reflected on how Hollywood treated them for being in an interracial relationship.
Read more about Idina Menzel’s relationship with Taye Diggs…
After meeting on the set of Rent, the couple got together. While on the Dinner’s On Me podcast, Idina explained that things got difficult for them as they advanced in Hollywood.
“It’s very complicated. I mean, [we’re] very supportive of each other always. [I’m] so excited for him. The thing that came into play more — and he’s talked about it too — is the interracial aspect of it,” she said, via Us Weekly. “Because when you’re in the theater,...
The 52-year-old Frozen actress married the 52-year-old Broadway star in 2003. They split in 2013 and finalized their divorce two years later. They share their son Walker.
In a recent interview, Idina reflected on how Hollywood treated them for being in an interracial relationship.
Read more about Idina Menzel’s relationship with Taye Diggs…
After meeting on the set of Rent, the couple got together. While on the Dinner’s On Me podcast, Idina explained that things got difficult for them as they advanced in Hollywood.
“It’s very complicated. I mean, [we’re] very supportive of each other always. [I’m] so excited for him. The thing that came into play more — and he’s talked about it too — is the interracial aspect of it,” she said, via Us Weekly. “Because when you’re in the theater,...
- 10/19/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
You know the game, but you’ve never seen it played like this before! The series premiere of “Celebrity Squares” is coming to VH1 on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 8 p.m. Et, bringing audiences a new twist on one of their favorite game shows. Hosted by comedian DC Young Fly, “Celebrity Squares” will see contestants try to win a Tic-Tac-Toe game by picking celebrities to answer trivia questions about Black Pop Culture. You can watch VH1 with a 7-Day Free Trial of Philo. You can also watch with Directv Stream, Sling TV, Hulu Live TV, Fubo, or YouTube TV.
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It’s a good bet that you’ve played Tic-Tac-Toe in your life, but have you...
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It’s a good bet that you’ve played Tic-Tac-Toe in your life, but have you...
- 10/17/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 8:00 Pm, VH1 will air Season 1, Episode 3 of “Celebrity Squares.” In this episode titled “Ooh… I Need a Napkin,” the show welcomes Taye Diggs in the center square.
The episode features amusing moments with celebrity guests. Karrueche Tran comes up with a questionable title for a children’s book, adding a touch of humor to the show. Safaree receives a flirtatious callout, and 85 South gets praised for their contributions.
“Celebrity Squares” is a fun game show where celebrities interact with each other and the audience in lighthearted and often humorous ways. It’s an entertaining and easy-to-follow program that brings laughter and enjoyable moments to viewers.
If you’re looking for a light-hearted and comical TV experience, don’t miss this episode of “Celebrity Squares” on VH1 at 8:00 Pm on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. It offers a straightforward and amusing look at the banter and games played by the celebrity guests.
The episode features amusing moments with celebrity guests. Karrueche Tran comes up with a questionable title for a children’s book, adding a touch of humor to the show. Safaree receives a flirtatious callout, and 85 South gets praised for their contributions.
“Celebrity Squares” is a fun game show where celebrities interact with each other and the audience in lighthearted and often humorous ways. It’s an entertaining and easy-to-follow program that brings laughter and enjoyable moments to viewers.
If you’re looking for a light-hearted and comical TV experience, don’t miss this episode of “Celebrity Squares” on VH1 at 8:00 Pm on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. It offers a straightforward and amusing look at the banter and games played by the celebrity guests.
- 10/17/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Spoiler Alert: Do not read ahead if you have not watched Season 10, Episode 4 of “The Masked Singer,” “2000s Night,” which aired Oct. 11 on Fox.
Michael Rapaport had never sung in public until “The Masked Singer.” Now, he can’t stop. Rapaport was unmasked on Wednesday as the Pickle, the latest costumed celebrity to go home on the hit Fox unscripted series.
“I was nervous about it. I have never sang publicly before. I am not a singer. I’m not a dancer,” Rapaport told Variety. “But the world soon found out that I have the voice of an angel. My singing and my voice brings tears of joy. And I had a lot of fun doing the show. I came to win. Unfortunately, I didn’t win this season, but you know the impression of the Pickle will live on forever!”
No one guessed Rapaport, who sang Weezer’s “Beverly Hills” this week.
Michael Rapaport had never sung in public until “The Masked Singer.” Now, he can’t stop. Rapaport was unmasked on Wednesday as the Pickle, the latest costumed celebrity to go home on the hit Fox unscripted series.
“I was nervous about it. I have never sang publicly before. I am not a singer. I’m not a dancer,” Rapaport told Variety. “But the world soon found out that I have the voice of an angel. My singing and my voice brings tears of joy. And I had a lot of fun doing the show. I came to win. Unfortunately, I didn’t win this season, but you know the impression of the Pickle will live on forever!”
No one guessed Rapaport, who sang Weezer’s “Beverly Hills” this week.
- 10/12/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
The Masked Singer is back for season 10!
A new episode of the hit Fox singing competition series aired on Wednesday night (October 11) with returning host Nick Cannon and panelists Nicole Scherzinger, Ken Jeong, Robin Thicke, and Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg.
The show, which began in South Korea, features celebrities singing songs while wearing costumes and face masks concealing their identities until they’re eliminated.
The cast of singers will remain a secret until the masks are removed from the performers, but we do know who is returning to judge and host the successful series.
During the episode, S’more, Gazelle, Cow, and Wild Card contestant Pickle all took to the stage for performances.
While on stage, Cow performed “Cry Me a River” by Justin Timberlake.
Click inside to check out all of the clues and guesses for Cow…
First Performance Clues:
- “Two step coffee” package shown
- They’re a writer...
A new episode of the hit Fox singing competition series aired on Wednesday night (October 11) with returning host Nick Cannon and panelists Nicole Scherzinger, Ken Jeong, Robin Thicke, and Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg.
The show, which began in South Korea, features celebrities singing songs while wearing costumes and face masks concealing their identities until they’re eliminated.
The cast of singers will remain a secret until the masks are removed from the performers, but we do know who is returning to judge and host the successful series.
During the episode, S’more, Gazelle, Cow, and Wild Card contestant Pickle all took to the stage for performances.
While on stage, Cow performed “Cry Me a River” by Justin Timberlake.
Click inside to check out all of the clues and guesses for Cow…
First Performance Clues:
- “Two step coffee” package shown
- They’re a writer...
- 10/12/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
"All American" fans everywhere were shocked when the hit CW series officially retired Taye Diggs's Billy Baker in February. In a shocking turn of events during a Feb. 13 episode, the actor's character was killed off, ending his impressive five-season run.
At the time, showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll addressed Diggs's departure in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, saying, "It has been an honor to work with Taye over these last five seasons and to watch him bring such incredible life to the role of Billy Baker. It has truly been a gift for me and my fellow writers to write a character that was equally flawed and heroic. Billy was all of us and what a joy it was to watch this character grow as he raised his kids and his football players as one big family."
Carroll added, "We wish Taye the very best in this next chapter...
At the time, showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll addressed Diggs's departure in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, saying, "It has been an honor to work with Taye over these last five seasons and to watch him bring such incredible life to the role of Billy Baker. It has truly been a gift for me and my fellow writers to write a character that was equally flawed and heroic. Billy was all of us and what a joy it was to watch this character grow as he raised his kids and his football players as one big family."
Carroll added, "We wish Taye the very best in this next chapter...
- 10/11/2023
- by Njera Perkins
- Popsugar.com
“The Jennifer Hudson Show” will return for its sophomore season Monday after delaying its premiere due to the WGA strike, which officially came to an end earlier this week.
The host will welcome guests including Gwen Stefani, Niall Horan, Taye Diggs and Cedric the Entertainer, among others, for the daytime talk show’s first week back on air.
After delaying its initial premiere scheduled for Monday, Sept. 18, the talker joins a slew of other daytime talk shows that are resuming production following the resolution of the writers’ strike, including “The Drew Barrymore Show,” which is expected to return in October. Before delaying its start date, “The Jennifer Hudson Show” faced criticism from striking writers who found the decision to return without its WGA staffers harmful to the strike.
On Monday, Hudson will be joined by superfan couple Traci and Pat Jean-Baptiste after making a special appearance on their wedding day,...
The host will welcome guests including Gwen Stefani, Niall Horan, Taye Diggs and Cedric the Entertainer, among others, for the daytime talk show’s first week back on air.
After delaying its initial premiere scheduled for Monday, Sept. 18, the talker joins a slew of other daytime talk shows that are resuming production following the resolution of the writers’ strike, including “The Drew Barrymore Show,” which is expected to return in October. Before delaying its start date, “The Jennifer Hudson Show” faced criticism from striking writers who found the decision to return without its WGA staffers harmful to the strike.
On Monday, Hudson will be joined by superfan couple Traci and Pat Jean-Baptiste after making a special appearance on their wedding day,...
- 9/29/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
VH1 is bringing back the classic game show Hollywood Squares for a rebooted version titled Celebrity Squares, hosted by actor and comedian DC Young Fly. The new version with a modern twist on the classic format will focus on Black pop culture trivia, and comes with a new name according to Deadline, who broke the story. From Jesse Collins Entertainment and Kevin Hart‘s Hartbeat, Celebrity Squares takes elements of the former favorite and presents them in a new and exciting way for an updated audience. The series will bring together cultural icons for “20 fun and spontaneous half-hour episodes.” Among the celebrity guests set to feature are Babyface, Bobby Brown, Tiffany Haddish, Kirk Franklin, Bresha Webb, Luenell, Taye Diggs, and many more. The show is set to debut on VH1 beginning Tuesday, October 17 at 8/7c. Celebrity Squares brings two contestants together to play Tic-Tac-Toe, as they work to collect cash and prizes along the way.
- 9/25/2023
- TV Insider
Exclusive: A new take on the classic Hollywood Squares game show is headed to VH1. The network has teamed with Jesse Collins Entertainment and Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat on Celebrity Squares, a modern twist on the classic format featuring Black pop culture trivia.
Hosted by actor and comedian DC Young Fly, “the series will bring cultural icons together for 20 fun and spontaneous half-hour episodes,” per VH1. Celebrity guests include Babyface, Bobby Brown, Tiffany Haddish, Kirk Franklin, Bresha Webb, Luenell, Taye Diggs and more. Celebrity Squares premieres at 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 17, on VH1.
Celebrity Squares will bring two contestants together to play Tic-Tac-Toe, banking cash and prizes along the way. The player with the most money in their bank at the end of the game will move on to the bonus round for a chance to win a $10,000 cash prize.
“We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Hartbeat and...
Hosted by actor and comedian DC Young Fly, “the series will bring cultural icons together for 20 fun and spontaneous half-hour episodes,” per VH1. Celebrity guests include Babyface, Bobby Brown, Tiffany Haddish, Kirk Franklin, Bresha Webb, Luenell, Taye Diggs and more. Celebrity Squares premieres at 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 17, on VH1.
Celebrity Squares will bring two contestants together to play Tic-Tac-Toe, banking cash and prizes along the way. The player with the most money in their bank at the end of the game will move on to the bonus round for a chance to win a $10,000 cash prize.
“We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Hartbeat and...
- 9/25/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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