'Curb Your Enthusiasm' has captured the attention of Georgia's Secretary of State. The season premiere of the final season of the HBO comedy featured Larry David being arrested for violating Georgia's election integrity law for giving his friend Leon Black's aunt a bottle of water while she waited in line to vote on a hot day in Atlanta. He's now facing a looming trial on the series. The storyline must have made its way to the state capitol, because last month Georgia's Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, sent a letter to David addressing the plotline about the 2021 voting law.
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:52Published
Filming for 'Euphoria' season three has been put on hold. The Sam Levinson drama was expected to start production soon on its long-awaited new season, but production has hit pause on those plans. The timeline on production has now been pushed back to give Levinson more time to work on the dark teen drama's scripts. In addition, the show's cast — which stars Zendaya and an all-star cast including Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi — is being allowed to pursue other opportunities.
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:25Published
John Oliver is the latest to mock Nancy Pelosi for her widely ridiculed TikTok pun. On HBO's 'Last Week Tonight,' the host brought up how the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that would lead to a ban on TikTok if its China-based owner doesn't sell its stake. The bill passed on concerns that the app poses a national security threat under the ownership of Chinese technology firm ByteDance Ltd.
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:18Published
Richard Lewis , Dead at 76.
The beloved comic died at his home in
Los Angeles on Feb. 27, Deadline reports. .
He suffered a heart attack.
In April 2023, Lewis revealed that he'd
been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
Lewis gained notoriety as a comic in the 1970s, appearing on shows such as
'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.'.
He made his acting debut in 1979, appearing in
'Diary of a Young Comic,' which aired on NBC.
He secured his first Showtime
special, 'I'm In Pain,' in 1985.
He went on to have three HBO comedy specials between 1988 and 1997.
Lewis co-starred on a few TV shows throughout
the '80s and '90s alongside talent such as
Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Rickles and Kevin Nealon.
Film credits include 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights,' 'Drunks' and 'Leaving Las Vegas.'.
Lewis took on what many view as his signature role on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' in 2000.
We are heartbroken to learn
that Richard Lewis has passed
away. His comedic brilliance,
wit and talent were unmatched. , HBO, via statement.
Richard will always be a cherished member of
the HBO and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' families,
our heartfelt condolences go out to his family,
friends and all the fans who could count on
Richard to brighten their days with laughter, HBO, via statement
Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:31Published
The late comic legend Chris Farley is finally getting his own biopic. Farley was an iconic comedy actor behind 'Tommy Boy' and countless 'Saturday Night Live' performances. Emmy winner Paul Walter Hauser will star in the project with actor-filmmaker Josh Gad attached to direct. 'Saturday Night Live' head Lorne Michaels will produce via his Broadway video banner.
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:09Published
The co-directors and executive producers of 'Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV' hint that social media might be the next area they investigate when it comes to children in entertainment. During an Emmys FYC panel in Los Angeles, co-director and EP Emma Schwartz said, "One thing that we've had conversations about as a result of this is that, if you look at where children's entertainment, so to speak, is today, it's not just in studios or in networks, it's on social media."
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 01:28Published
Louis Gossett Jr. , Dead at the Age of 87.
According to a statement from
his family, Gossett died on the morning
of March 29 in Santa Monica, California, AP reports.
Gossett was the first Black man to win both
an Oscar for best supporting actor and an Emmy
for his role in the TV mini-series 'Roots.'.
His first cousin, Neal L. Gossett, told AP that he
remembers Louis as a great joke-teller who faced
and fought against racism with both dignity and humor.
Never mind the awards, never mind
the glitz and glamor, the Rolls-Royces
and the big houses in Malibu. , Neal L. Gossett, via Associated Press.
It’s about the humanity of
the people that he stood for, Neal L. Gossett, via Associated Press.
In 1983, Gossett won an Oscar and a Golden Globe
for his role as a Marine drill instructor
in 'An Officer and a Gentleman.'.
In 1983, Gossett won an Oscar and a Golden Globe
for his role as a Marine drill instructor
in 'An Officer and a Gentleman.'.
In his 2010 memoir, , 'An Actor and a Gentleman,' Gossett called the win, "a huge affirmation of my position as a Black actor.".
In Dave Karger’s 2024 book, '50 Oscar Nights,' Gossett said, “The Oscar gave me the ability of being able to choose good
parts in movies like ‘Enemy Mine,’ ‘Sadat’ and ‘Iron Eagle.’".
In Dave Karger’s 2024 book, '50 Oscar Nights,' Gossett said, “The Oscar gave me the ability of being able to choose good
parts in movies like ‘Enemy Mine,’ ‘Sadat’ and ‘Iron Eagle.’".
Gossett is survived by his
sons, Satie and Sharron.
Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:30Published
Jeremy Allen White in Talks , to Star As Bruce Springsteen in Biopic.
The Emmy-winning actor is in talks
to play "The Boss" in an upcoming biopic
called 'Deliver Me From Nowhere,'
according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'.
The Emmy-winning actor is in talks
to play "The Boss" in an upcoming biopic
called 'Deliver Me From Nowhere,'
according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'.
The movie is based on a
2023 book written by Warren Zanes.
It will center around "the making of Springsteen's 1982 album, 'Nebraska,'" according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'.
Scott Cooper is working on the
script and also plans to direct.
Former Netflix head Scott Stuber
is also involved in the project.
'Nebraska,' Springsteen's sixth studio album, was once ranked as the 150th greatest
album of all time by 'Rolling Stone.'.
Springsteen reportedly performed all
of the instrumentals on that album.
It was released two years before
Springsteen's mega hit, 'Born in the U.S.A.'.
Additional details about White's discussions to portray Springsteen have yet to be revealed. .
The actor has gained renewed attention
for his role on 'The Bear' which earned
him his first Emmy in January
Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:30Published
'Girls5Eva' is back! Sarah Bareilles, Busy Phillips, Renee Elise Goldsberry and Paula Pell are all reuniting for the third season of the Emmy-nominated musical comedy about a one-hit-wonder girl group from the 90s reuniting to give their pop star dreams one more shot. The cast chatted with The Hollywood Reporter all about their epic return and 'Girls5Eva' getting a new life on Netflix.
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 04:14Published