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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Jon Stewart expressed his desire to continue hosting 'The Daily Show' beyond his current contract, which ends in December, indicating he is working on staying with the show amid ongoing changes in the late-night TV landscape.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Caterina Scorsone, who plays Amelia Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy, is taking a hiatus from the show until 2026 after the October 16 episode, due to her character's storyline involving a sabbatical following a traumatic event, but she will return in future episodes.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Devon Walker and other SNL cast members announced their departure ahead of season 51, but Walker responded to fan reactions by emphasizing they are simply moving on to new opportunities, not leaving due to negative reasons.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Michael Longfellow, a regular on Saturday Night Live and a potential future host for Weekend Update, has left the show after three seasons, in a move that surprises many, as the show prepares for significant cast changes in its 51st season.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Gizmodo
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 wrapped up with extensive coverage of new trailers, movie and TV announcements, comics, merchandise, and cosplay, providing fans with a comprehensive update on all the latest in pop culture from the event.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' announced its end in 2026, prompting surprise appearances from celebrities like Adam Sandler, Anderson Cooper, Jon Stewart, and Jimmy Fallon to support Colbert and cheer up the audience. The show’s cancellation is attributed to CBS's financial decisions amid declining linear TV viewership, with Colbert addressing the news humorously and defending his work against political attacks, including those from Donald Trump.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Warner Bros. Discovery has decided not to renew its deal for new episodes of "Sesame Street" on its streaming service Max, as the platform shifts focus from children's content to adult and family programming. While Max will continue to license existing episodes through 2027, the upcoming 55th season will be the last new season to debut on the service. "Sesame Street" will seek new distribution plans to ensure its continued reach to children.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
The season finale of "Day of the Jackal" delivered a surprising twist by allowing Eddie Redmayne's hitman character to survive, diverging from the original 1973 film where the assassin is killed. This decision was made to sustain the series for a second season, as the show has become a hit on Sky and Peacock. The finale also saw the death of MI6 agent Bianca Pullman, played by Lashana Lynch, setting up new storylines for the next season, including the Jackal's search for his missing family.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Ted Danson initially joined 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' as a favor to his friend Larry David, despite not being a fan of the show's pilot. This decision unexpectedly revitalized his passion for comedy and led to a significant role on the series, where he played a fictionalized version of himself. Danson's involvement in the show, which he initially thought "sucked," ended up being a pivotal and life-changing experience, as he appeared in nearly every season and became a key character in the series' narrative.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Ted Danson initially thought "Curb Your Enthusiasm" was terrible and offered to play himself out of pity for Larry David. Despite his initial skepticism, Danson's role on the show became a fan favorite and significantly impacted his career, reigniting his passion for comedy. Danson recounted his surprise at discovering his character was disliked by David's character, highlighting the unscripted nature of the show.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
A new spinoff series featuring "Yellowstone" characters Beth and Rip, played by Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, is moving forward, according to sources. This development comes as the original series approaches its season five finale, which may also serve as the series finale due to Kevin Costner's departure. The spinoff will likely retain "Yellowstone" in its title and remain within Paramount's streaming ecosystem, unlike the original series, which streams on Peacock.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Taylor Sheridan, co-creator and writer of the hit series Yellowstone, directed the supersized season 5B finale, which may be the series' last episode. The finale, titled "Life Is A Promise," will reveal the fate of the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch and airs on December 15 on Paramount Network. This episode marks Sheridan's return to directing the series, following a long break due to Hollywood strikes and a scheduling dispute with star Kevin Costner, who exited the show. Despite the series ending, the Yellowstone-verse continues with spinoffs like The Madison and prequels 1923 and 1944.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Lisa Kudrow discussed the effort the 'Friends' cast put into maintaining their offscreen friendships through respectful communication, a skill she learned from her co-stars. Kudrow reflected on the show's 30th anniversary and the recent passing of Matthew Perry, highlighting the importance of remembering him for his humor and advocating for drug treatment support.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
The future of the TV series "Yellowstone" remains uncertain as fans speculate whether the upcoming December 15 episode will be the series finale. Paramount Network announced in May 2023 that the show would end with its fifth season, but reports of a potential sixth season have surfaced without confirmation. The show's trajectory has been unclear since star Kevin Costner's departure, and insiders suggest that creator Taylor Sheridan holds the decision-making power regarding the series' continuation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Alan Ritchson announced that the third season of "Reacher" will premiere on Prime Video on February 20, 2025, with the first three episodes available immediately and subsequent episodes released weekly until March 27. The season, based on Lee Child's novel "Persuader," will feature Reacher in a new criminal enterprise storyline. The series, which has been renewed for a fourth season, stars Ritchson alongside Maria Sten and new cast members, and is produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Skydance Television, and CBS Studios.