Variety

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Doesn’t Seem Too Worried About Reality Star Spencer Pratt

Los Angeles mayors usually coast to a second term — the last two defeated token opposition in the primary. Karen Bass’ chances for a smooth reelection likely vanished on Jan. 7, 2025, when the Palisades fire destroyed some 6,800 structures, including the home of reality star Spencer Pratt. Fueled by outrage, Pratt has leveraged his […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘On Purpose With Jay Shetty’ Podcast Will Stream on Netflix and Spotify in New Deal

The motivational podcast will stream on both services starting July 13.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

Hudson Williams Shared His Favorite Books On Instagram. Naturally, They’re Selling Out Fast

It may have been a gay romance novel that propelled Hudson Williams to superstardom but the “Heated Rivalry” actor’s literary proclivities span much wider than one might expect. Since his rise to fame, Williams has not been shy about sharing his thoughts on his favorite novels, recently compiled by one super-fan in a now-viral tweet. […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

Ted Danson Joins Elizabeth Banks in Apple TV Comedy From Liz Heldens, Matt Ward

Ted Danson has joined the untitled Liz Heldens & Matt Ward comedy series currently in the works at Apple TV, Variety has confirmed. Danson is the latest addition to the series, alongside previously announced star Elizabeth Banks and fellow cast member Rob Delaney. The logline for the show states, “Fresh off a messy divorce, Heidi […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Disclosure Day’ First Reactions: “Steven Spielberg’s Best Film in 20 Years”

Spielberg's return to UFO genre is getting early praise: "A dense roller coaster ride blending chase film, love story, & mystery."

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Jennifer Lopez Crowns ‘Office Romance’ Co-Star Brett Goldstein as Her Top Rom-Com Leading Man

The two fall in love in the new Netflix project, which Goldstein co-wrote specifically for Lopez.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

Don’t Forget About: Michael Shannon’s Emmy-Worthy Performance in ‘Death by Lightning’

The irony of writing a piece for Variety’s Don’t Forget About series about an actor playing President James Garfield is not lost on me. Often relegated to a footnote in U.S. history, Garfield was president barely six months before he died after being shot by Charles Guiteau in 1881. In the Netflix limited series “Death […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

What’s Coming to Tubi in June 2026

Tubi is expanding its 2026 rollout with a wide range of film and TV titles arriving throughout June. The free, ad-supported streamer is adding hundreds of movies and series spanning various genres, from action-packed blockbusters and popular romantic comedies to arthouse dramas and chilling horror flicks. Highlights this month include the addition of “Fast & […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

Howard Storm, ‘Taxi’ and ‘Full House’ Director, Dies at 94

Howard Storm, the veteran television director known for helming episodes of “Taxi,” “Full House” and “Mork & Mindy,” died on Tuesday in Beverly Hills. He was 94. Storm’s death was due to natural causes, as confirmed to Variety by his publicist. Storm found his love for directing in 1975, working closely alongside James L. Brooks […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

What’s Coming to Netflix in June 2026

Netflix is heading into June 2026 with a packed slate of originals, returning favorites and new arrivals.  The month will see the streaming service expand its offerings on all fronts, including its romantic comedy roster; two new Netflix originals, “Office Romance” and “Voicemails for Isabelle,” are the platforms latest entries to the genre. Classic romantic […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

Nicolas Cage on Finally Playing a Superhero That Matches His Freak in ‘Spider-Noir,’ How Watching ‘Breaking Bad’ Led Him to TV and Whether He’s Doing Season 5 of ‘True Detective’

Nicolas Cage’s superhero journey’s been packed with more twists and turns than Howard Hawks’ “The Big Sleep.” It began in the late-‘90s, when the enigmatic actor was all set to play the Last Son of Krypton for director Tim Burton in “Superman Lives,” only to have the plug pulled weeks before filming. Then, Sam Raimi […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

‘Outlander’ Stars Caitríona Balfe and Sam Heughan on Saying Goodbye ‘The Right Way’ After Eight Seasons: This ‘Is Our Legacy’

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers for “And the World Was All Around Us,” the series finale of “Outlander,” now streaming on Starz. While the ending of “Outlander” has closed a chapter in lead stars Caitríona Balfe and Sam Heughan’s lives, they’re still debating the fate of their beloved characters, Claire and Jamie, by the end […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

The Guardian Culture

‘Sexy as hell’: filthy and hilarious Heated Rivalry parody musical comes to New York

The smutty hockey show gets the Off-Broadway treatment with shirtless scenes, hilarious one-liners and a Liza Minnelli send-upWalking into the Culture Club in West Chelsea, New York, for a performance of Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody last week, I was met by three ghosts left over from when the space was called the McKittrick hotel and it hosted the immersive spookfest, Sleep No More. The first was the phantom of clever detail: cans of Athletic IPAs for sale, a cute, non-alcohol

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Variety

Amazon MGM Studios Embraces AI: Greenlights Three Series for Prime Video Under New ‘GenAI Creators’ Fund’

Amazon MGM Studios is touting the power of AI to help create “cinematic” entertainment in a big new initiative — although execs are quick to say it will empower human creative professionals, not replace them. The studio announced the GenAI Creators’ Fund, which is providing funding and access to AI production tools to filmmakers, digital […]

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Off Campus’ Stars Mika Abdalla, Stephen Kalyn to Narrate Quinn Audio Erotica Original ‘Rent Free’

The romance narration comes amid Abdalla and Kalyn becoming a breakout fan-favorite couple of the Prime Video hockey romance series.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Amazon Launching AI Creators Fund, Picks Up Three Animated Prime Video Shows That Use Its New Tech

The projects include work from 'Maya and the Three’ director Jorge Gutierrez, former Nickelodeon exec Albie Hecht and Buzzfeed Studios.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Alan Ritchson Inks First-Look TV Deal With Amazon MGM Studios

The 'Reacher' star's Dancing Skeleton banner will develop series projects under the pact.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Sony Music Longtime General Counsel Julie Swidler to Step Down

Swidler, who's served as general counsel since 2008, will leave the company at the end of June.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

The Wait Between TV Seasons Is Getting Longer, It’s Not Your Imagination

A study says the average gap between seasons of TV has reached a new high, with scripted originals on streaming taking an average of 21 months to return.

entertainment  May 27, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean’ Review: A Master of Cinematic Spectacle With Less Mastery Over His Rocky Personal Life

Barnaby Thompson’s doc traces the life and career of the ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ director, whose influence is acknowledged by luminaries like Francis Ford Coppola, Alfonso Cuarón, Steven Spielberg and Denis Villeneuve.

entertainment  May 27, 2026