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Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Walton Goggins celebrates his standout TV moment of 2025, 'Teenjus,' a humorous musical number where he plays a teenage Jesus Christ in 'The Righteous Gemstones,' highlighting his versatile acting and the show's blend of satire and heartfelt storytelling.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Walton Goggins discusses his diverse acting career, including his upcoming role in Amazon’s Fallout series, his approach to dialogue, and the challenges of playing dual characters. He reflects on his experiences in The Shield, his preference for complex roles, and the emotional toll of his work. Goggins also shares insights into his makeup process for various characters, his son's influence on his role in Fallout, and his return as Boyd in the Justified: City Primeval miniseries.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Vulture
In the latest episode of "The Righteous Gemstones," Jesse returns home after being held for ransom and declares that he has changed. Meanwhile, the Gemstone family confronts their father, Eli, for not paying the ransom and putting them in danger. Eli claims he didn't think Peter would harm them, but his children argue that Peter's criminal past and the presence of an armed militia made the situation serious. As tensions rise, the Gemstones must now deal with the threat of Peter and Chuck, who are armed with explosives. Amidst the chaos, Kelvin and Keefe finally act on their unrequited sexual tension.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
HBO has renewed the comedy series "The Righteous Gemstones" for a fourth season, ahead of the Season 3 finale. The show follows the Gemstone family, famous televangelists, as they navigate the challenges of leadership and their extravagant lifestyle. The series stars Danny McBride, Adam Devine, and John Goodman, among others. McBride also wrote and created the show, which has been well-received by audiences, averaging 4.9 million viewers per episode.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Vulture
In the latest episode of "The Righteous Gemstones," Eli Gemstone's retirement and his children's takeover of the ministry prove to be disastrous as their entitlement and lack of self-sufficiency are exposed. When Eli tries to redeem himself by rescuing May-May's sons, Chuck and Karl, from their father's influence, their sins come back to haunt them. The episode is action-packed, with the Gemstone siblings facing a chaotic and hilarious mess as they try to free themselves from the Montgomerys' clutches. Despite their disunity and in-fighting, they manage to escape with the help of Gideon and a monster truck. Meanwhile, Jesse realizes that Chuck means him harm and cleverly retrieves a handgun from his car.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The A.V. Club
John Goodman, president of the fiction jury at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival, shared his opinions on TV, including his defense of Roseanne Barr after her firing from the Roseanne reboot, but he won't commit to working with her again. He also discussed his former collaborators, the Coen Brothers, and praised foreign TV while noting the similarities between American and international TV. Goodman also highlighted the success of The Righteous Gemstones and his enjoyment of playing the straight man to his zanier co-stars.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
Actor John Goodman, 70, showed off his significant weight loss at the Monte Carlo TV Festival. He began his weight loss journey in 2007 and has reportedly lost over 200 pounds since then. Goodman quit drinking, hired a personal trainer, and changed his diet to a Mediterranean-style eating plan. He works out six days a week and makes sure to hit 10,000 to 12,000 steps a day. Goodman currently stars in the HBO series “The Righteous Gemstones.”
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
John Goodman, 70, showed off his dramatic weight loss at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival in Monaco, where he served as jury president. The actor, who estimated he weighed 400 pounds in 2016, lost over 100 pounds through a combination of diet and exercise, including a Mediterranean-style eating plan and working out on an elliptical and treadmill six days a week. Goodman also stopped drinking alcohol nearly a decade ago, which he credits with helping him lose weight.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Vulture
The Righteous Gemstones returns for its third season, continuing its satirical take on American greed and exploitation through the story of three wealthy, inept siblings vying for control of their father's megachurch empire. The Gemstones face a decline in attendance and donations, prompting them to turn to their big donors for help. Meanwhile, a rivalry with the Simkins and a family secret involving Eli's long-lost sister May-May add to the drama.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
"The Righteous Gemstones" returns for its third season on June 18, offering a consistent mix of outrageous opulence and crude humor. The Gemstone siblings are technically in joint control of the church founded by their deceased mother and now-retired father, but they have a far shakier grip on authority than their parents. The show combines the best of "Succession" and "Barry" with its visual panache and sharp observations on masculinity, the South, and American conservatism.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Decider
This weekend's new releases include the return of Outlander on Starz with 16 episodes, Extraction 2 on Netflix, and the third season of The Righteous Gemstones on HBO. Other options include The Idol on Max and White Men Can't Jump on Hulu. Check out the full list of new movies and shows to stream this weekend to find the perfect option for you.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Charleston Post Courier
Danny McBride, creator and star of HBO's "The Righteous Gemstones," talks about life in Charleston, his favorite spots, and how filming in the South makes the show more authentic. McBride and the rest of the cast return for Season 3, which follows the Gemstone siblings as they take control of their father's church and contend with racecar drivers and militia extremists. The new season premieres on June 18 on HBO and Max.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Danny McBride, creator and star of HBO's "The Righteous Gemstones," discusses his move from Los Angeles to Charleston, South Carolina, and the creative community he has built there with his production company, Rough House Pictures. McBride's latest series is his most Southern yet, and he continues to explore themes of masculinity and family relationships through his characters. Despite being known for playing boorish characters, McBride insists that he is not like them and has left Hollywood to preserve his integrity of self.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Ringer
Season 3 of The Righteous Gemstones focuses on whether Eli Gemstone's children have what it takes to lead his megachurch into the future. The show is full of ultra-specific, zeitgeisty humor and ridiculously committed performances. Despite the absurdity, the show is really about family, power, wealth, and the passage of that to the next generation. The cast discusses working with John Goodman, introducing new characters to mix things up, and their own sibling relationships.