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Drew Barrymore is explaining why she made the controversial decision to return her talk show to production amid the ongoing Writers Guild strike.
In a video statement posted to her Instagram, Barrymore addressed her critics and went on to deny that a "PR" machine was behind the choice to resume 'The Drew Barrymore Show' without its WGA writers.
'The Drew Barrymore Show' is back but the host was notably silent on the controversy surrounding her show during the WGA strike. In the show's first new episode since May, Barrymore launched straight into her sit down with Shania Twain, at the singers Vegas farm - halfway across the country from her New York City studio, where she had previously been met with pickets after announcing plans to bring back her WGA-covered daytime talk show without WGA writers in the midst of the strike.
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LeVar Burton , to Host National Book Awards.
NPR reports that LeVar Burton will replace
Drew Barrymore as the host of the
2023 National Book Awards.
It's an honor to return as host
of the biggest night for books,
especially in a moment when
the freedom to read is at risk, LeVar Burton, via NPR.
The actor and podcaster, who
has long been an advocate for reading,
hosted the ceremony in 2019 as well.
The actor and podcaster, who
has long been an advocate for reading,
hosted the ceremony in 2019 as well.
Originally, Drew Barrymore was scheduled to host the
2023 show, but the offer was rescinded after she said
she would bring back her talk show amid ongoing strikes.
The National Book Awards is an
evening dedicated to celebrating
the power of literature, and the
incomparable contributions
of writers to our culture. , National Book Foundation statement, via NPR.
Our commitment is to ensure
that the focus of the Awards
remains on celebrating writers
and books, and we are grateful
to Ms. Barrymore and her team for
their understanding in this situation, National Book Foundation statement, via NPR.
Burton is best known for his 'Star Trek'
role as Geordi La Forge in addition to
hosting 'Reading Rainbow' on PBS.
In 1977, Burton had his breakout role playing
Kunta Kinte in the television adaptation of
'Roots,' based on Alex Haley's 1976 novel.
In 1977, Burton had his breakout role playing
Kunta Kinte in the television adaptation of
'Roots,' based on Alex Haley's 1976 novel.
Currently, Burton hosts the
'LeVar Burton Reads' podcast, reading
short fiction by different authors.
Earlier this month, the National Book Awards announced
the finalists for this year, with the winners to be
revealed at the ceremony held on November 15
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Stephen Colbert Cancels Shows , After Emergency Appendectomy.
On Nov. 27, Colbert took to social media
to reveal that his appendix burst,
'The Washington Post' reports. .
The condition can be life-threatening,
according to the Mayo Clinic.
Colbert had to have emergency surgery, resulting in the cancellation of his
late-night shows for the week.
Celebrities that were originally slated
to appear on 'The Late Show with
Stephen Colbert' this week include:.
Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, John Scofield.
Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, John Scofield.
Jennifer Garner, Baz Luhrmann, John Scofield.
Patrick Stewart, Jon Batiste.
Patrick Stewart, Jon Batiste.
Barbra Streisand and Kelsey Grammer.
Barbra Streisand and Kelsey Grammer.
Colbert only recently returned to
'The Late Show' last month following
the Writers Guild of America strike.
Colbert only recently returned to
'The Late Show' last month following
the Writers Guild of America strike.
The comedian has hosted the show
since 2015 after David Letterman left
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Jimmy Kimmel , to Host Oscars Again.
Jimmy Kimmel , to Host Oscars Again.
Kimmel will host the Academy Awards for the
second consecutive year, Deadline reports.
Kimmel will host the Academy Awards for the
second consecutive year, Deadline reports.
The gig will serve as the fourth time Kimmel has
assumed hosting duties for the awards show. .
The gig will serve as the fourth time Kimmel has
assumed hosting duties for the awards show. .
He hosted in 2017 and 2018 as well.
He hosted in 2017 and 2018 as well.
The show had no host in 2019, 2020
and 2021 because of the pandemic.
'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' was recently affected by
the WGA strike but returned to air last month.
When his show returned on Oct. 2, it
posted record-high season opener ratings.
In fact, the show hadn't had better season
opener ratings in six years, Deadline reports. .
The 96th Academy Awards will take place
at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
The ceremony will air March 10 on ABC
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Warner Bros. Discovery boss David Zaslav is admitting that striking writers were correct in their demands for sweeping changes in how creatives are compensated in Hollywood. Zaslav says that he has no regrets about the deal that was struck between studios and the Writers Guild of America for a new three-year contract on September 24th.
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SAG-AFTRA Negotiations , With Studios Are Suspended.
The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television
Producers (AMPTP) made the announcement on
Oct. 11, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'.
Negotiations between the AMPTP
and SAG-AFTRA have been suspended
after SAG-AFTRA presented its most
recent proposal on October 11, AMPTP, via statement.
After meaningful conversations, it is clear
that the gap between the AMPTP and
SAG-AFTRA is too great, and conversations are
no longer moving us in a productive direction, AMPTP, via statement.
On Oct. 12, SAG-AFTRA accused
AMPTP of using "bully tactics.".
It is with profound disappointment
that we report the industry CEOs
have walked away from the
bargaining table after refusing
to counter our latest offer, SAG-AFTRA, via statement.
The companies are using the same failed
strategy they tried to inflict on the WGA
— putting out misleading information in
an attempt to fool our members into
abandoning our solidarity and putting
pressure on our negotiators. , SAG-AFTRA, via statement.
But, just like the writers,
our members are smarter than
that and will not be fooled, SAG-AFTRA, via statement.
The halted negotiations come as a major blow
to Hollywood actors hoping to get back to work
after the WGA was successful with its talks. .
SAG-AFTRA has been on strike since July 14. .
They are seeking pay increases,
AI protections and streaming residuals.
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Jamie Foxx Makes First Public Appearance , Since Being Hospitalized.
On Dec. 4, Foxx made his first public appearance
since being hospitalized earlier this year for
medical complications, 'Rolling Stone' reports.
He attended the Critics Choice Association's Celebration of Cinema and Television:
Honoring Black, Latino and AAPI Achievements. .
Foxx received the Vanguard Award
for his role in 'The Burial.'.
While accepting the award, Foxx jokingly referenced 'They Cloned Tyrone,' as he addressed his hospitalization.
I couldn’t do that six months ago,
I couldn’t actually walk to
[the stage]. And I’m not a clone,
I’m not a clone. I know a lot of people
saying that I was cloned out there, Jamie Foxx, via statement.
I have a new respect for life,
I have a new respect for my art.
I watched so many movies and
listened to so many songs trying
to have the time go by, Jamie Foxx, via statement.
Don’t give up on your art, man,
don’t give up on your art. When
you realize that it could be over
like that… I got to tell you don’t
give up on your art and don’t let
them take the art from you either, Jamie Foxx, via statement.
Foxx has yet to reveal the specifics of
the medical complications he endured.
I know a lot of people were waiting or
wanting to hear updates, but to be
honest with you, I just didn’t want
you to see me like that. , Jamie Foxx, via Instagram.
However, the 55-year-old actor did
thank his sister for saving his life.
Happy birthday to my beautiful for sister.
You are magical you are beautiful you are
the courageous lionesses #leoseason
And without you I would not be here…
had you not made the decisions that you made I would’ve lost my life…. I love you forever and ever happy birthday sis, Jamie Foxx, via Instagram
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Late Night has set the return dates for their talk shows as the writers strike comes to an end. The four network talkers — ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', CBS' 'Late Show With Stephen Colbert' and NBC's..
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"The MFer Podcast" stars the one and only Matt from Foulball Productions, a guy who used to be an actor, most notably for playing a table. The show pokes fun at politics, news, pop..
Drew Barrymore is pausing the return of her self-titled talk show amid the writers strike, and Jennifer Hudson, Bill Maher and 'The Talk' are following suit. Last week, Barrymore revealed that 'The..
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