Allen Garfield, an actor who appeared in movies like “Nashville” and “The Stunt Man,” has died of coronavirus, according to his “Nashville” co-star Ronee Blakely. He was 80. 31 more words
via Allen Garfield, ‘Nashville’ and ‘The Conversation’ Star Dies of Coronavirus at 80 — Variety
“Space Force,” Greg Daniels and Steve Carell’s new workplace comedy, will launch May 29 on Netflix with Lisa Kudrow set to play a recurring role in the series, the streamer announced Wednesday. 26 more words
via Lisa Kudrow Joins Steve Carell in ‘Space Force,’ Netflix Sets Premiere Date — Variety
MGM has nabbed rights to Ridley Scott’s true crime drama about the murder of fashion icon Guccio Gucci’s grandson Maurizio Gucci, Variety has confirmed. Lady Gaga is in early negotiations to star in the project, which MGM will release on Thanksgiving 2021. 15 more words
via MGM Buys Ridley Scott, Lady Gaga True Crime Drama About Gucci Family — Variety
Toyota was the first advertiser to drive into a partnership with the ABC comedy “Modern Family.” Tonight, it will be the last. As viewers watch a tribute to the program in the 8 p.m. 23 more words
via Why Advertisers (And ABC) Will Miss ‘Modern Family’ — Variety
The COVID-19 pandemic is still ripping through the U.S.; the hardest-hit state, New York, is still weeks away from a projected peak of infections; and the prospect of widespread, comprehensive testing still remains agonizingly out of reach. 21 more words
via After Entertainment Venues Reopen, When Will the Public Feel Safe Enough to Return? — Variety
Dawn Dunning first met with the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office in early 2018, nearly two years before she testified in the Harvey Weinstein trial. During a private meeting, Dunning, a former aspiring actor and mother of two small children, revealed a story she had never told. 13 more words
via Six Strangers Testified Against Harvey Weinstein. Now, They’re Bonded for Life — Variety
Sen. Bernie Sanders has ended his quest for the Democratic presidential nomination, clearing the path for former Vice President Joe Biden to face off against President Trump in November. 28 more words
via Sen. Bernie Sanders Drops Out of Presidential Race — Variety
It took a global pandemic, but Courteney Cox has finally joined the millions who binge-watch “Friends.” Having extra time in an era of “safer at home” and “shelter in place” was an added factor in the “why now” aspect for Cox, as she revealed on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on March 25. 6 more words
After 21 seasons, Joy Behar has set an exit date from “The View.” Behar, 77, would like to retire as the resident liberal on the ABC daytime talk show after her contract ends in the summer of 2022. 20 more words
via Joy Behar Plans to Retire From ‘The View’ in 2022 (EXCLUSIVE) — Variety
U.K. actors union Equity has agreed a financial support deal with producers and broadcasters for on-screen artists working in continuing dramas such as “EastEnders” and “Coronation Street” following a complete shutdown of production due to coronavirus. 34 more words
via U.K. Union Equity Strikes Coronavirus Pay Deals For Soap Actors, Theater Workers — Variety
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