Television

Tyler James Williams and Quinta Brunson co-star as teachers on Abbott Elementary.

Arts

From child star to 'Abbott,' Tyler James Williams pays it forward to the kids on set

2:03pm May 14, 2024

by Tonya Mosley

Williams was young when he was thrust into the public eye as the star of Everybody Hates Chris. Now a teacher on Abbott Elementary, he works to help his child actor colleagues feel comfortable.

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Nickelodeon television show Blue's Clues host Steve Burns rides a float in the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in New York City in November 2021.

Arts

The origin story of Steve from 'Blue's Clues' is even more wholesome than you think

5:01am May 13, 2024

by Alina Hartounian

The heartfelt enthusiasm from a toddler in a dress with yellow flowers landed Steve Burns the iconic hosting gig, bringing joy to generations of tots. Earlier this spring, they met for the first time.

Jeannie Epper accepting a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Taurus World Stunt Awards in 2007.

Arts

Pioneering stuntwoman Jeannie Epper, of 'Wonder Woman' and 'Charlie's Angels' dies

5:48pm May 12, 2024

by Mandalit del Barco

"We were united in the way that women had to be in order to thrive in a man's world, through mutual respect, intellect and collaboration," Wonder Woman star Lynda Carter posted in a tribute.

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Nemo of Switzerland, who performed the song "The Code," celebrates after winning the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden, on Saturday.

Switzerland's Nemo wins Eurovision 2024 in a year of protests

8:06pm May 11, 2024

by Chloe Veltman

The Swiss singer and rapper was one of two nonbinary artists in the finals at this year's event held in Malmo, Sweden. Meanwhile, protesters called for Israel's disqualification from the contest.

"It warms my heart to know that little Black kids out there will be like, 'Oh, I can be The Doctor,'" Ncuti Gatwa says. "It feels like a huge, lovely responsibility."

Arts

New 'Doctor Who' star Ncuti Gatwa feels 'sad' for critics of show's diversity

4:54pm May 10, 2024

by Eric Deggans

Gatwa is the first Black man and the first person born outside the U.K. to play The Doctor. He's candid about how his own life has influenced his take on the role — and about his critics.

Arts

Can Netflix build a factory for appointment TV?

4:00pm May 10, 2024

by Eric Deggans

The streamer has tried to create an avalanche of appointment television this week. We analyze whether it succeeded.

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Arts

Peter Jackson's restored 'Let it Be' is a TV treat for Beatles fans

1:31pm May 10, 2024

by David Bianculli

Jackson uses his post-production tricks to polish up the 1970 documentary, bringing a new perspective on events in the film and allowing us to focus on the band's creativity instead of their acrimony.

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Oscar nominee Ryan Gosling has named the mosquito as the world's scariest animal. He has a point.

Health & Safety

Ryan Gosling has the correct answer to Colbert's question about the scariest animal

10:47am May 10, 2024

by Marc Silver

Spoiler alert: It's a bug. It flies. And it bites. There's no "Ken-fusion" about the fear factor of a mosquito's bite.

Netflix tries more live programming with standup specials and Tom Brady roast

5:22am May 10, 2024

While other streamers try live sports, Netflix experiments with a live talk show and comedy specials. What's behind the pivot, and is it working?

Switzerland's Nemo rehearses "The Code" before the second semifinal.

Eurovision 2024: Here are the songs with the best shot at glory

5:39pm May 09, 2024

by Glen Weldon

Another year, another glitter-filled spectacle known as the Eurovision Song Contest. The Grand Final airs Saturday at 3:00 p.m. ET on Peacock in the United States.