NBC(LOS ANGELES) — The knockout rounds continued on Tuesday’s one-hour edition of The Voice, a night that saw Adam Levine steal one of Blake Shelton’s artists. Artists from Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson and Blake’s teams squared off on Tuesday, each of them enlisting the help of key adviser Mariah Carey. Team Jennifer’s “singing warriors,” Franc West, covering The Weeknd’s “Call Out My Name,” and Tyshawn Colquitt, …
Farewell Madea: Tyler Perry explains why he’s officially done with Madea
Lionsgate/Eli Joshua(NEW YORK) — Tyler Perry is officially ready to retire his Madea wig. The producer-actor tells ABC Radio that after his upcoming Madea film, A Madea Family Funeral, he’s done with dressing up as the elderly, slick-talking grandma. “That’s it man. I’ve put it all in. I’ve done everything I can do with the …
Here she comes, ‘Mrs. America’: Cate Blanchett to make her American TV debut in new limited series
Steven Chee(LOS ANGELES) — Cate Blanchett is coming to American TV. The Oscar-winning Australian actress is making her U.S. TV debut in a new FX limited series called Mrs. America. She’ll also be co-executive producing the project. The nine-episode series tells the true story of the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment in the …
Viola Davis to receive Sherry Lansing Award; ‘Black Panther’ to receive Hollywood Film Award
ABC/Bob D’Amico(HOLLYWOOD) — Viola Davis is set to be honored at The Hollywood Reporter‘s 2018 Women in Entertainment breakfast. The Oscar, Emmy and Tony award-winning actress and producer will receive the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award, given to a woman who is a “trailblazer and philanthropic leader in her industry.” Over the years, Davis has been on …
Naomi Watts to star in ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel
Desiree Navarro/Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) — The Game of Thrones prequel has found its star. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Naomi Watts has signed on for the untitled new show from creators Jane Goldman and George R.R. Martin. The new show, which HBO picked up for a pilot in June, will take place thousands of years …
Purple Reign: Ava DuVernay working on Prince documentary for Netflix
ABC/Paula Lobo(LOS ANGELES) — Prince fans will soon have another reason to party like it’s 1999. According to Deadline, Ava DuVernay is developing a documentary on the late, great musician for Netflix. “Prince was a genius and a joy and a jolt to the senses. He was like no other. He shattered every preconceived notion, …
Mr. Feeny saves the day: ‘Boy Meets World’ star William Daniels thwarts attempted burglary
Albert L. Ortega/WireImage(LOS ANGELES) — William Daniels, the 91-year-old actor known for his portrayal of beloved principal Mr. Feeny on Boy Meets World, foiled an attempted burglary at his home this weekend. Authorities told ABC affiliate KABC in Los Angeles that Daniels was at his San Fernando Valley home with his 89-year-old wife, Bonnie Bartlett, …
Kylie Jenner surprises mom, Kris, with $250K Ferrari for her birthday
Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for SinfulColors(LOS ANGELES) — Kylie Jenner has bestowed her mom, Kris Jenner, with the ultimate early birthday gift. As documented on Kylie’s Instagram Story Monday night, she surprised her mom with a shiny red Ferrari 488, which retails for around $250,000. Kris, who turns 63 on November 5, was brought to tears …
‘Full House’ star Bob Saget marries Kelly Rizzo
Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic(SANTA MONICA, CA) — Bob Saget is a married man. The Full House star tied the knot with TV host Kelly Rizzo Sunday in Santa Monica, California. Saget posted a photo from the special day on Instagram, writing, “Okay, so we went and did it. And damn are we happy.” The 62-year-old wore a …
Hilary Duff welcomes daughter with boyfriend Matthew Koma
ABC/Richard Harbaugh(LOS ANGELES) — Hilary Duff and boyfriend Matthew Koma have welcomed a baby girl into the world. The 31-year-old actress shared the sweet news on Instagram Monday, announcing their daughter, Banks Violet Bair, was born on Oct. 25 at their home. “This little bit has fully stolen our hearts,” Duff wrote in her post. …