Jay Ellis on Fighting for Roles & Why Social Media Shouldn’t Matter in Casting | Spirit Awards
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Jay Ellis on Fighting for Roles & Why Social Media Shouldn’t Matter in Casting | Spirit Awards
Jay Ellis talks about his jam-packed schedule, including his new Netflix film "Running Point", the upcoming theatrical release of "Freaky Tales", and his Broadway debut alongside Sarah Snook.
He also shares his thoughts on the debate surrounding actors being cast based on social media followers, why he believes talent should always come first, and how he prepares for the stage.
Plus, he jokes about his Instagram being all about gym selfies and cooking!
Jay Ellis sat down with The Hollywood Reporter for "Scene Stealers" to break down moments from his popular films and tv shows like 'Insecure,' 'Top Gun: Maverick' and more. He talks about his favorite episode from 'Insecure' – which he reveals he still hasn't watched – where Issa and Lawrence reunite and get real about their breakup. Plus, he breaks down all the technicalities that went behind flying in 'Top Gun: Maverick,' what it was like joining BET's 'The Game,' and seeking more challenges with his new Broadway show 'Duke & Roya.'
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'Buena Vista Social Club' choreographers Justin Peck and Patricia Delgado chat with THR at the 2025 Tony Awards red carpet and share why they think it's a thrilling season for Broadway. Plus, they talk about how their team handles eight performances a week.
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Legendary Broadway producer, Wendy Federman, teases the possibility of bringing a musical version of '13 Going on 30' to Broadway while chatting with THR at the 2025 Tony Awards.
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At the 2025 Tony Awards, Brooke Shields chats with THR on the red carpet and describes why she thinks this is an especially special year for Broadway shows. Plus, she talks about how special it is to attend the Tonys this year.
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Joy Woods recalls working with Audra McDonald in the Broadway show 'Gypsy' while chatting with THR at the Tony Awards red carpet. Plus, she describes having a "real family" when it comes to her Broadway cast mates and production.
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Kristin Chenoweth chats with THR at the Tony Awards red carpet and describes why this season of Broadway stands out. Plus, she dishes on her excitement to see the part two of 'Wicked' with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
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Audra McDonald ('Gypsy'), Cole Escola ('Oh, Mary!'), Darren Criss ('Maybe Happy Ending'), Jonathan Groff ('Just in Time'), Louis McCartney ('Stranger Things: The First Shadow'), Nicole Scherzinger ('Sunset Blvd.') and Sarah Snook ('The Picture of Dorian Gray') join THR for our 2025 Tonys Roundtable.
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'The Residence' and 'Pulse' have both been canceled at Netflix after their first seasons. The two shows both premiered in the spring and had four-week runs in Netflix's internal, worldwide top 10 rankings. As usual, Netflix does cost-benefit analysis in making renewal or cancellation decisions.
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Netflix's new drama series 'The Waterfront' from creator Kevin Williamson follows the Buckley family as they struggle to maintain control of their fishing empire in a coastal town in North Carolina. The stars spoke to The Hollywood Reporter's Tiffany Taylor all about the new show filled with both crime and family drama, and shared what drew them to the script. The show's creator, Williamson, also created 'Dawson's Creek' and 'The Vampire Diaries,' as well as wrote the original 'Scream' film, 'Scream 2' and 'Scream 4.' It's also worth noting he's directing the forthcoming film 'Scream 7.' So, the stars shared which member of the Buckley family would die first in a 'Scream' film. Season one of 'The Waterfront' is now streaming on Netflix.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carrie-Anne Moss, Monica Barbaro and the rest of the cast of 'Fubar' spoke to The Hollywood Reporter's Tiffany Taylor all about season two. The stars shared how the new season takes the show to the next level and Moss spoke about how her character Greta, a former East German spy, challenges Schwarzenegger's character Luke Brunner. Plus, Barbaro revealed how she balanced filming the Netflix series and 'A Complete Unknown' at the same time. Season two of 'Fubar' is now streaming on Netflix.
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Netflix just dropped a first look at its new talent discovery series 'Building The Band' and confirmed that the late Liam Payne will be included as a guest judge. While the teaser does not feature the former One Direction singer, Netflix has confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that Payne will appear in the competition series.
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Culture catch-up: The Netflix problem, 'Ballerina', Little Simz, Pulp & Porto’s Bienal’25
This week's Culture catch-up: new albums from Pulp and Little Simz , 'Frankenstein' and 'Knives Out' previews hit the screen, 'Ballerina' comes out, and Porto hosts its celebrated photography biennale.
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Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the world through the five senses. Start your journey through the best of Europe's arts, gastronomy, traditions and high-end craftsmanship.
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Following reports of brief accessibility, Instagram accounts of several Pakistani actors, including Mawra Hocane and Saba Qamar, remain blocked in India. This.. IndiaTimes
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died in a car crash ... and Cristiano Ronaldo is baffled by the loss as he leads the tributes to the late soccer star. Taking to.. TMZ.com
Liverpool and Portugal footballer Diogo Jota has tragically died in a car crash in northern Spain at just 28 years old. The accident occurred on the A-52 highway near Cernadilla, Zamora, when Jota’s Lamborghini suffered a tyre blowout while overtaking, veered off-road, rolled, and burst into flames. His younger brother Andre Silva, 26, a professional player for FC Penafiel, also died at the scene. Emergency services arrived quickly, but both brothers were declared dead. The crash occurred just weeks after Jota’s wedding to longtime partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he shares three children. His last Instagram post, now heartbreakingly poignant, called himself “the luckiest man in the world.” The fatal crash has sent shockwaves through the football world and among fans worldwide. Spanish authorities have launched a full investigation into the tragedy. The football community mourns the loss of two young lives taken far too soon.
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B-roll footage: Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor on the blue carpet at the 40th Anniversary Film Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 1550 Pacific Coast Highway..
Mark Duplass and his wife Katie Aselton discuss their journey from their first $10,000 film to producing and starring in award-nominated projects today. They open up about the struggles of independent..
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Jessica Gunning discusses her whirlwind journey from working actor to award-winning star. She opens up about navigating newfound success, the surreal experience of being nominated, and the advice she..
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