Sebastian Maniscalco to Host the 2019 MTV VMAsJune 26, 2019MTV today announced comedian, actor and best-selling author Sebastian Maniscalco will host the 2019 “VMAs” live from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on Monday, August 26th. Music's biggest stars and fans will celebrate the year's most iconic videos with electrifying performances, viral moments and a new, first-of-its-kind immersive fan experience.
Maisie Williams to Star in New Sky Original ComedyJune 26, 2019Emmy Award® nominee Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones) is to star in the latest Sky original, Two Weeks to Live (WT), a comic tale of love and revenge born from a seemingly harmless prank that goes terribly wrong.
TLC to Air JFK JR. AND CAROLYN'S WEDDING: THE LOST TAPESJune 25, 2019Twenty years ago, the country mourned the tragic loss of its beloved couple, John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette. As the world observes the anniversary of their untimely passing, TLC invites viewers to celebrate their lives and remember their love, with an exclusive, in-depth look at their special wedding weekend that captivated the world. TLC will for the first time, take viewers inside the intimate event with never-before-seen footage from the ceremony on Cumberland Island, Georgia. JFK JR. AND CAROLYN'S WEDDING: THE LOST TAPES will debut on Saturday July 13 at 8pm ETPT and will be narrated by Elizabeth McGovern.
A-Trak Announces Details for Third Annual Goldie AwardsJune 25, 2019Legendary DJ, label head and producer A-Trak will present the third annual Goldie Awards onOctober 17 at Brooklyn Steel. The Goldie Awards is a new type of competition for DJs and producers that recognizes the endless creative nature in music, presented by adidas Originals,Fool's Gold and TMWRK.
POV on PBS to Premiere ON HER SHOULDERSJune 25, 2019After surviving the 2014 genocide of the Yazidis in Northern Iraq and escaping sexual slavery at the hands of ISIS, 23-year-old Nadia Murad gave a testimony before the U.N. Security Council that was heard around the world.
Mahalia Announces 'Love & Compromise' TourJune 25, 2019Breakout star Mahalia has unveiled the 'Love & Compromise' tour, which accompanies the announcement of her highly anticipated debut album 'Love and Compromise' due September 6th. The tour will see the songstress perform across Europe and North America. It begins in Detroit, MI on September 22nd, followed by a string of dates across America and Canada before heading back to the UK for some of her biggest shows to date, including a date at London's prestigious Roundhouse on November 25th. The songstress will then head out to Europe for several dates, which include stops in Norway, France, Germany with more to be announced. US tickets go on sale Friday, June 28th at 10am local time.
RATINGS: TODAY is Number One in Key DemoJune 25, 2019TODAY was the number-one morning show last week topping “Good Morning America” in the key demo A25-54. The win marks 182 consecutive weeks in first place, TODAY's best demo streak in nearly seven years and the longest demo win for any morning show. TODAY also won in total viewers last Tuesday.
PBS to Air WOODSTOCK: THREE DAYS THAT DEFINED A GENERATIONJune 25, 2019In August 1969, half a million young people from all walks of life journeyed from every corner of the country to a dairy farm in upstate New York for a concert unprecedented in scope and influence. Woodstock examines the tumultuous decade that led to those three historic days — years that saw the nation deeply divided by Vietnam and racial, generational and sexual politics — through the voices of those who were present for the event that would become the defining moment of the counterculture revolution. In conjunction with the 50th anniversary, Woodstock: Three Days That Defined a Generation, directed by Barak Goodman, written by Goodman and Don Kleszy, and produced by Goodman and Jamila Ephron, premieres Tuesday, August 6, 2019, 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, pbs.org and the PBS Video App.
Bobby Flay Brings Two New Series to Food NetworkJune 25, 2019Culinary icon and acclaimed Food Network host Bobby Flay heats things up this summer with the premiere of two new series. On BBQ Brawl: Flay V. Symon, Bobby goes head-to-head against fellow Iron Chef Michael Symon in this four-episode stunt, as Bobby and Michael coach eight of the country's most respected BBQ challengers for bragging rights. InThe Flay List, Bobby visits the culinary spots he has frequented for years with daughter Sophie, as they experience classic locations and dishes, with Sophie introducing her dad to her latest discoveries.
OWN and Ozy Media Announce OWN SPOTLIGHT: BLACK WOMEN OWN THE CONVERSATIONJune 25, 2019OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and OZY Media announced today the new series “OWN Spotlight: Black Women OWN the Conversation” to premiere exclusively on OWN. “OWN Spotlight: Black Women OWN the Conversation” features intimate conversations about important issues with honest opinions and surprising solutions that put people first. Emmy-winning presenter Carlos Watson hosts four one-hour episodes featuring a panel of celebrity guests and 100 Black women with a focus on key issues including love and relationships, motherhood, beauty, and mind, body and soul.
Comedy Central Announces New Interview Series GOOD TALK WITH ANTHONY JESLENIKJune 25, 2019Comedy Central, the #1 brand in comedy, today announced the greenlight of Good Talk with Anthony Jeselnik, a comedic interview series that will premiere on September 6 at 11 p.m. ETPT. Each episode will feature an interview with one of Anthony's friends – who happen to be some of the best comedians in the business – as they discuss all things comedy. Over the course of six episodes, Jeselnik will sit down with David Spade, Kristen Schaal, Kumail Nanjiani, Natasha Leggero, Nick Kroll, and Tig Notaro.
CollegeHumor's Streaming Service to Debut DIMENSION 20: THE UNSLEEPING CITYJune 25, 2019DROPOUT, CollegeHumor's subscription-based streaming service, announced today the third installment of its original series, Dimension 20 (@dimension20show) with the premiere of Dimension 20: The Unsleeping City, on Tuesday, July 9. A new episode of the 17-episode season will be released on DROPOUT each following Tuesday through November 5.
Meghan Trainor To Headline YouTube Onstage Live At VidConJune 25, 2019YouTube and VidCon will again partner to produce YouTube OnStage, a live entertainment showcase in its third year, presented by Twizzlers Twists to kick off the 10th Annual VidCon US. Taking place at the Anaheim Arena on Thursday, July 11th starting at 6:30pm,YouTube OnStage will feature some of the biggest creators, artists, and trends found on YouTube. This high energy event will be a celebration of the entire YouTube community, bringing fans up-close and personal with their favorite YouTube celebrities and stars.
Off With Their Heads Announce North America Tour DatesJune 25, 2019Off With Their Heads have announced plans to hit the road in support of their forthcoming record Be Good, set for release on August 16. The tour will be split into two legs. The first will kick off August 8 in Lansing, MI and wrap August 24 in Chicago, IL with Canadian punk rock band Single Mothers as support. The second will begin October 4 in Minneapolis, MN with support from Pennsylvania duo Slingshot Dakota and end with a performance at Fest in Gainesville, FL. Tickets will go on sale Friday, June 28 at 12pm local time. For more information visit, https:anxiousandangry.com.
Slothrust and Sons of an Illustrious Father Release Double A-SideJune 25, 2019Today, Slothrust have released a double A-side with their dear friends and former tour-mates, Sons Of An Illustrious Father -- comprised of Josh Aubin, Lilah Larson, and Ezra Miller. The bands covered each others' songs for a split 7” whose proceeds will benefit The Trevor Project, who focus on suicide prevention within the LGBTQIA+ community.
RATINGS: ABC Wins Monday with THE BACHELORETTEJune 25, 2019ABC (4.831 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.2, #1) held onto the top spot on Monday thanks to new episodes of 'The Bachelorette' (5.640 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.5, #1) and 'Grand Hotel' (3.213 million viewers, #7; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T4).