Mary Ann From 'Gilligan's Island,' Dawn Wells, Has Died From COVID-19
The actress and producer was 82 years old. Her publicist announced Wednesday she died of complications related to the coronavirus.
Pop Culture
Gallup Poll: President Trump And Michelle Obama Most Admired Man And Woman In America
The annual poll of just over 1,000 Americans conducted in December selected the top 10 most admired men and women of the year.
Pierre Cardin, French Fashion Designer, Dies At 98
The son of Italian immigrants worked with luminaries such as filmmaker Jean Cocteau and designer Christian Dior before launching his own line.
50 Wonderful Things From 2020
Linda Holmes' annual list of highlights from pop culture includes TV, movies, games, podcasts, TikTok videos and whatever else made the year a little easier.
'Bridgerton' Is A Delicious, Raunchy Tale Of One Very Hot Family
Made by Shonda Rhimes' production company and adapted from a beloved series of romances, Bridgerton is witty, sexy, absorbing fun that might just keep you up late.
Sarah Silverman Takes A Comedic Look At The Events Of 2020
NPR's Don Gonyea talks to comedian Sarah Silverman about her latest special, "Yearly Departed," and the lessons learned from the year.
Coronavirus Affected Everything — Including The Words Of 2020
NPR's Don Gonyea speaks with Ben Zimmer, a linguist and columnist for The Wall Street Journal, about the words of the year.
'Promising Young Woman' Is A Dark Comedy That Will Keep You On Your Toes
The darkly comic thriller Promising Young Woman, starring Carey Mulligan as a woman on a mission, is a carefully constructed mix of genres and moods that doesn't pull its punches.
'Floodlines,' The Story Of Hurricane Katrina, Tops The List Of 2020's Best Podcasts
Podcasts have been doing a great job keeping people company during the pandemic. Critic Nick Quah shares some of his favorites, including Lost Notes: 1980, Reply All, My Year in Mensa and Floodlines.
In 2020, Indie Games Were A Well-Deserved Distraction
2020 is almost over — and if you're anything like us, you spent a lot of time this year escaping into video games. Here are five favorite independent games that helped us get through the year.