ABC/Paula Lobo(LOS ANGELES) — If you were one of the millions of people who couldn’t score tickets to the smash hit musical Hamilton during its Tony-winning original Broadway run, you’re in luck. Promising a “a leap forward in the art of ‘live capture, The Walt Disney Company and creator Lin-Manuel Miranda have announced a live-action version …
Viola Davis, others applaud Joaquin Phoenix for addressing systemic racism, white privilege in BAFTAs speech
© 2018 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved/Nikos Tavernise (LONDON) — Joker actor Joaquin Phoenix had some important things to get off his chest during his acceptance speech for Leading Actor at the British Academy of Film and Television Awards on Sunday. In a now viral clip, Phoenix, who won for his title role …
The Oscars, by the numbers
ABC/Rick Rowell(NEW YORK) — Last-minute beauty regimens are underway, famous people are starving to look their very best, and acceptance speeches are being written: that is to say, the 92nd Academy Awards are just six days away. With that in mind, the financial site WalletHub has compiled some stats for the 2020 Oscars, from what …
‘SNL” cold open shows the impeachment trial “you wish had happened”
Will Heath/NBC(NEW YORK) — In response to the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, in which Republican senators rejected witnesses, Saturday Night Live opened this weekend’s show by presenting “The Trial You Wish Had Happened.” In SNL‘s version of the trial, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is immediately replaced by TV judge Greg Mathis — played by Kenan Thompson — who declares, “We ’bout to do …
‘Bad Boys for Life’ threepetes with $17.7 million Super Bowl weekend
Ben Rothstein(NEW YORK) — Bad Boys for Life topped the box office for the third week in a row, delivering and estimated $17.7 million. The buddy comedy has now earned over $148 million here in the U.S., making it the highest grossing release in the Bad Boys franchise. Overseas, Bad Boys for Life collected an estimated $30.8 million, bring its …
Movie peeks, infinite celebrity cameos & more: Super Bowl commercial highlights
Adult Swim/Kellogg Company (MIAMI) — Despite advertisers spoiling their ultra expensive Super Bowl commercials themselves by uploading them days in advance on YouTube, there were still a handful of surprises and a myriad of celebrity cameos during the big game’s advertisements. However, which commercial was the most memorable? Here’s a look at some of the most …
After ‘The Ridiculous 6’ and ‘Murder Mystery’ successes, Netflix extends Adam Sandler movie deal to 10
Netflix/Scott Yamano(LOS ANGELES) — Netflix is famously not shy about shelling out generously for talent. And while its not known what they paid to do so, the company clearly wants to stay in business with Adam Sandler. The streaming giant extended its six-movie deal with the former SNL star to 10. Part of that reason …
‘The Crown’ will end with season 5
Netflix(LOS ANGELES) — Just like Harry and Meghan, Netflix’s royalty, The Crown, is bowing out. ABC Audio has confirmed both that the streaming service cast Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II for season five, which will be The Crown‘s swan song. The show about the British monarchy has earned enough awards to fill a keep …
For which ladies’ man did ‘Katy Keene’ star Lucy Hale press “yes”?
Freeform/Eric McCandless(LOS ANGELES) — Musician John Mayer has gone on record as saying that he’s single right now because his storied dating history drives women away. But one actress admits she’s down to date him if he’s interested — and she let him know it, too. As you’ll recall, John’s list of romantic conquests …
Stay in superhero shape with Chris Hemsworth’s Super Bowl party recipes
Centr(LOS ANGELES) — With the average American hoovering up as many as 6,000 calories at a Super Bowl game, it’s pretty much assured that fitness isn’t on the minds of many during the Big Game, except for those playing it. For anyone who wants to stick to their diets during Sunday’s festivities — yes, there …