ABC's AMERICAN IDOL Hits the Road: Auditions to Take Place in 20 Cities Across AmericaJune 6, 2018Following the success of the first season of "American Idol" on ABC, which crowned Iowa-native Maddie Poppe on its May 21 grand finale, America's beloved singing competition series announced today the list of audition cities for the network's second season. The nationwide search for the next superstar kicks off SATURDAY, AUG. 25, as the Idol Bus jumps into gear across America, offering hopefuls the chance to audition for a shot at superstardom.
Zendaya Will Star in Upcoming EUPHORIA Pilot on HBOJune 5, 2018According to The Hollywood Reporter, Zendaya is set to star in HBO's gritty drama pilot, Euphoria. The network announced the entire cast of the hot project, an update on an Israeli format, on Tuesday.
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Presents: The Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library Heads to Los AngelesJune 5, 2018The enormously successful, popular and critically-acclaimed The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Presents: The Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library will be coming to Los Angeles after its run this past weekend at Comedy Central Presents Clusterfest in San Francisco and will include new exhibits added to the library since its previous stops. The Presidential Twitter Library will be located at 631 N. Robertson Blvd. in West Hollywood for two consecutive weekends: Friday, June 8 through Sunday, June 10 and Friday, June 15 through Sunday, June 17.
Bebe Rexha Partners with Apple Music for New Album CampaignJune 5, 2018Ahead of the release of her first full-length album Expectations, Bebe Rexha goes “On the Record” with Apple Music to tease new music and get a rare, behind the scenes sneak peek into the hectic, exciting and often hilarious globe-crossing life of a pop star.
Chef Richie Farina Duels with Carnival Kings on New Cooking Channel SeriesJune 5, 2018Michelin-starred chef Richie Farina is known for making food fun by incorporating science to push the limits of creativity with every meal he serves. On Thursday, July 12th at 9pm ET/ 6pm PT he is bringing his creative chops to one of the most imaginative and competitive food arenas - carnival fairgrounds. At carnivals, the more out-there a dish is, the more people seem to like it, and the competition amongst the carnival chefs to create the most imaginative dish is fierce. On Carnival Kings, Richie wants in on all the action, as he travels to fairs across the country challenging carnival chef royalty in their own kingdoms to a cook-off featuring their famous fare. Real fairgoers determine whose version is better, earning the winning chef bragging rights and the throne. Get ready for a thrilling competition on Carnival Kings!
VIDEO: Check Out A Newly Released Clip from THE INCREDIBLES 2June 5, 2018In “Incredibles 2,” Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) navigates the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell), Dash (voice of Huck Milner) and baby Jack-Jack—whose super powers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot that threatens everything. But the Parrs don't shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) by their side. That's what makes this family so Incredible.
Benedict Cumberbatch's SunnyMarch Obtains Rights to Juno Dawson's Memoir THE GENDER GAMESJune 5, 2018According to Variety, SunnyMarch, the production banner founded by Benedict Cumberbatch and Adam Ackland, has acquired the TV rights to “The Gender Games,” the memoir by best-selling author and trans activist Juno Dawson. The book will serve as a jumping off point to create an original half-hour series picking up Dawson's journey post-transition.
Mumford & Sons, Childish Gambino, Arctic Monkeys To Headline Voodoo Music + Arts Experience's 20th AnniversaryJune 5, 2018Mumford & Sons, Childish Gambino and Arctic Monkeys will headline this year's historic 20th Anniversary Voodoo Music + Arts Experience, bringing fans the ultimate Halloween Weekend October 26-28. ODESZA, Martin Garrix, A Perfect Circle, Modest Mouse, Marilyn Manson, The Revivalists, 21 Savage, Janelle Monáe, Third Eye Blind, Lettuce, Elle King, Lizzo and more will join the monumental lineup of over 65 bands on 4 stages from New Orleans' City Park.
THE BOLD TYPE, NASHVILLE, CLOAK & DAGGER, & More on Hulu this JuneJune 5, 2018Hulu is the only pay-TV service to offer live and on demand channels, original series and films, and a library of premium streaming TV shows and movies, all in one place. This includes content from the four major broadcast networks, ABC, CBS, FOXand NBC, with local live broadcast affiliate programming immediately available in many markets, with more to follow; the biggest live sporting events from top pro and college leagues on channels including CBS Sports, ESPN, FOXSports, NBC Sports and TNT, as well as regional sports networks available in many markets; top news channels CNN, CNBC, FOXNews, FOXBusiness and MSNBC; popular lifestyle programming from Bravo, E!, Food Network, HGTV and Travel Channel; and fan favorites like A&E, Cartoon Network/Adult Swim, Disney Channel, Freeform, FX, HISTORY, Lifetime, National Geographic, TBS, USANetwork, Viceland and more.
Acorn DVD to Release THE BEST OF AGATHA CHRISTIE Volumes 3 & 4 June 19June 5, 2018Acorn DVD features two more collections of star-studded television adaptations from the Queen of Crime, THE BEST OF AGATHA CHRISTIE, Volumes 3 and 4, featuring favorites such as Ordeal by Innocence, Dead Man's Folly and A Caribbean Mysteryand casts led by Geraldine McEwan, David Suchet, and Julia McKenzie with co-stars Jane Seymour, Richard Armitage, Zoë Wanamaker, and Joanna Lumley. Read details below!
Bette Midler, Allison Janney, Charlize Theron, & More Join Upcoming Animated THE ADDAMS FAMILY FilmJune 5, 2018According to Deadline, MGM has set the voice cast for its Oct. 11, 2019 animated take on The Addams Family including Oscar winners Charlize Theron (Morticia), Allison Janney (arch nemesis Margaux Needler), two-time Oscar nominee Bette Midler(Grandmama), Chloë Grace Moretz (Wednesday), Finn Wolfhard (Pugsley), and Nick Kroll (Uncle Fester).
ABC Dominates Prime Time With Coverage of the NBA Finals and THE BACHELORETTEJune 5, 2018With the season premiere of “The Bachelorette” and the first two games of the 2018 NBA Finals, ABC dominated the week (w/o 5/28/18) over its nearest competition by 27% in Total Viewers (6.2 million vs. 4.9 million) and by 73% in Adults 18-49 (1.9/9 vs. 1.1/5). In fact, among Adults 18-49, ABC scored the biggest weekly winning advantages for any network since February – since ABC also led Oscar week by 73% in young adults (w/o 2/26/18).
Anthony Hamilton Provides 10 Vocal Tips With Grammy.comJune 5, 2018This past week, singers from various genres and backgrounds gathered to learn more about caring for, resting and protecting their instrument at this vocal health clinic presented by MusiCares and the Recording Academy's Washington D.C. Chapter.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for THE OLD MAN AND THE GUN Starring Robert Redford and Sissy SpacekJune 5, 2018THE OLD MAN AND THE GUN is based on the true story of Forrest Tucker (Robert Redford), from his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Wrapped up in the pursuit are detective John Hunt (Casey Affleck), who becomes captivated with Forrest's commitment to his craft, and a woman (Sissy Spacek), who loves him in spite of his chosen profession.
The Struts Announce New Single BODY TALKS to be Released June 15June 5, 2018Acclaimed British rockers The Struts have announced that their brand new single, 'Body Talks', will be released on June 15th via Interscope/Polydor Records. Fans will have their first chance to hear it when the band perform it live during their main stage appearance at Download Festival this Saturday, supporting Guns N' Roses. They will also be debuting a number of other new songs during their UK headline shows in London and Manchester later this month.
Freeform Announces a Special Two-Hour Finale Event to Conclude the Last Season of SHADOWHUNTERSJune 5, 2018Freeform announced today the original hit series “Shadowhunters” will conclude its saga with the upcoming second half of season three and an epic two-episode special finale. Coming in spring 2019, twelve all-new episodes will culminate in a two-hour series finale event to wrap up the tale of the Shadowhunters and Downworlders that fans have loved over the past three seasons.