Keanu Reeves takes rare TV role in historical thriller
TV-Keanu Reeves FILE - Keanu Reeves appears at the Oscars in Los Angeles on Feb. 9, 2020. Reeves will star in a TV adaptation of “The Devil in the White City.” The nonfiction thriller about ambition, a killer and the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago was written by Erik Larson. The Hulu streaming service says that Reeves will portray Daniel H. Burnham, an architect who helped design the fair. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File) (Jordan Strauss)LOS ANGELES — (AP) — Keanu Reeves will star in a TV adaptation of “The Devil in the White City,” the bestselling nonfiction thriller about ambition, a killer and the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago. The fair’s nickname was White City, stemming from the color of many of its building exteriors.
wftv.com‘Currently much better’: Travis Barker updates fans after ‘life-threatening’ pancreatitis scare
Travis Barker Travis Barker performs at the Oscars on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Barker told fans via social media on Saturday, July 2, 2022, that he is “currently much better,” crediting the “intensive treatment” received since his emergency hospitalization Tuesday, June 28, 2022, for “severe, life-threatening pancreatitis.” (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)LOS ANGELES — Travis Barker told fans via social media early Saturday evening that he is “currently much better,” crediting the “intensive treatment” received since his emergency hospitalization Tuesday for “severe, life-threatening pancreatitis.”>> Read more trending newsI am so very very grateful that with intensive treatment I am currently much better. This resulted in severe life-threatening pancreatitis,” Barker, 46, wrote. Barker told Men’s Health in 2021 that the plane crash, which killed four of six passengers, prompted him to stop using prescription drugs. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 27 Photos: Travis Barker through the years Here are some memorable photos of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker through the years.
wftv.comBlink 182’s Travis Barker rushed to hospital in California
Travis Barker Travis Barker performs at the Oscars on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Barker was hospitalized Tuesday, June 28, 2022, for an undisclosed medical emergency. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)LOS ANGELES — Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker was hospitalized in California on Monday for an undisclosed medical emergency, multiple media outlets reported. >> Read more trending newsBarker’s 16-year-old daughter, Alabama Luella Barker, asked her followers in an Instagram story posted Tuesday evening to “please send your prayers,” the Los Angeles Times reported. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 27 Photos: Travis Barker through the years Here are some memorable photos of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker through the years.
wftv.comOscars org adds Marlee Matlin, Jason Reitman to board
Oscars-Board of Governers Marlee Matlin appears at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 27, 2022, left, and director Jason Reitman appears at the premiere of "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" in New York on Nov. 15, 2021. Matlin, Reitman and producer Jason Blum are joining the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. (AP Photo) (Uncredited)Actor Marlee Matlin, director Jason Reitman and producer Jason Blum are joining the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The academy, and the board, have been under more scrutiny than usual following the incident in which Will Smith slapped Chris Rock during the Oscars ceremony earlier this year. Several days later, the board banned Smith from attending the Oscars or any other academy event for 10 years.
wftv.comRebel Wilson says she found her ‘Disney Princess,’ introduces world to her new love
Rebel Wilson Rebel Wilson arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Wilson introduced the world to her new girlfriend, Ramona Agruma, via Instagram on Thursday, June 9, 2022. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (Jordan Strauss/Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)Rebel Wilson has found a new love, and the “Pitch Perfect” actress seemed as shocked by the amorous revelation as many of her fans. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 35 Rebel Wilson Rebel Wilson arrives at the Los Angeles premiere of "Jojo Rabbit" at the Hollywood American Legion Post 43 on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (Jordan Strauss/Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)©2022 Cox Media Group
wftv.comOscars organization names Bill Kramer as new CEO
The organization behind the Oscars has named Bill Kramer as their new CEO. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Tuesday that Kramer, who currently presides over the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, will succeed Dawn Hudson in the role starting in July. In his stead as CEO, Kramer will oversee the Oscars, the film academy’s membership, the organization’s education and mentorship initiatives as well as the museum and the collections housed in the Margaret Herrick Library and Academy Film Archive. “It is the great honor of my career to take on the role as CEO of the Academy,” Kramer said in a statement. “The Academy and the Academy Museum are in the best of hands.”Copyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comSpain honors Penélope Cruz for contribution to cinema
Spain Cinema FILE - Penelope Cruz arrives at the Oscars March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Oscar-winning actress Penélope Cruz won one of Spain’s top film awards for her outsized contribution to Spanish cinema, the country’s ministry of culture said Monday, June 6, 2022. The jury of the 2022 National Cinema award were unanimous in their decision to honor the Madrid-born star. (AP Photo/John Locher, File) (John Locher)MADRID — (AP) — Penélope Cruz has won one of Spain’s top film awards for her contribution to Spanish cinema, the country’s ministry of culture said Monday. “She is the embodiment of cinema, both Spanish and international,” Sánchez tweeted, citing her “immense talent and exceptional performances.”Past winners of the award include actor Antonio Banderas and director Isabel Coixet.
wftv.comAlex Rodriguez invests in Professional Fighters League
Rodriguez Mixed Martial Arts FILE - Alex Rodriguez arrives at the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019. Baseball great Alex Rodriguez is taking a swing at mixed martial arts as an investor and board member for the Professional Fighters League. The PFL announced the addition of the former Yankees superstar to its board of directors Thursday, May 19, 2022. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File) (Charles Sykes)LOS ANGELES — (AP) — Alex Rodriguez is taking a swing at mixed martial arts as an investor and board member for the Professional Fighters League. Rodriguez has a minority ownership stake in the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves and the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx along with partner Marc Lore.
wftv.comNo more streaming-only debuts for Oscar hopefuls
Oscars-Rules FILE - An Oscar statue appears outside the Dolby Theatre for the 87th Academy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 21, 2015. After two years of tweaking rules because of the pandemic, including allowing films to debut on a streaming service, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Wednesday that Oscar hopefuls will once again have to launch in movie theaters. After two years of pandemic-related adjustments, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Wednesday that Oscar hopefuls will once again have to launch their films in movie theaters. The locations are still Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta and the San Francisco Bay Area. The 95th Oscars will be held in Los Angeles on March 12.
wftv.comBaron Cohen drops lawsuit over cannabis dispensary billboard
Sacha Baron Cohen Cannabis Lawsuit FILE - In this April 26, 2021 file photo, Sacha Baron Cohen arrives to attend a screening of the Oscars in Sydney, Australia. Cohen has dropped his lawsuit against a Massachusetts cannabis dispensary that used an image of his character Borat on a billboard without his permission. — (AP) — Actor Sacha Baron Cohen has dropped his lawsuit against a Massachusetts cannabis dispensary that used an image of his character Borat on a billboard without his permission. Emails seeking comment were sent Wednesday to lawyers for Baron Cohen and the dispensary, Somerset-based Solar Therapeutics Inc. Baron Cohen and his California-based company Please You Can Touch LLC were seeking $9 million in damages.
wftv.comMichelle Williams expecting third child: ‘It’s totally joyous’
Michelle Williams Michelle Williams arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) (Richard Shotwell/Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)Baby No. 3 is on the way for Michelle Williams, the actress confirmed to Variety on Tuesday. It’s the ultimate creative act,” Williams told the outlet. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 39 Michelle Williams Michelle Williams attends the Cinema Vanguard Awards ceremony at the 32nd Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Santa Barbara, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) (Richard Shotwell/Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)©2022 Cox Media Group
wftv.comJury begins deliberating in Blac Chyna v. Kardashians trial
Blac Chyna-Kardashians Trial FILE - Blac Chyna arrives at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. A jury has been seated and opening statements are set to begin Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in a trial that pits model and former reality television star Blac Chyna against the Kardashian family, who she alleges destroyed her TV career. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File) (Richard Shotwell)LOS ANGELES — (AP) — Jurors began deliberations Thursday in a trial pitting former reality TV star Blac Chyna against Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner. “It’s not the ‘Chyna and Rob’ show, it’s not ‘Chyna’ show, it’s the ‘Rob KARDASHIAN and Chyna’ show. network, which aired both “Rob & Chyna” and “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.”___Follow AP Entertainment Writer Andrew Dalton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andyjamesdaltonCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comReese Witherspoon becomes part-owner of Nashville MLS team
MLS Nashville Witherspoon FILE - Reese Witherspoon enters the press room at the Oscars on Sunday, April 25, 2021, at Union Station in Los Angeles. Actor Reese Witherspoon and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry have joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer's Nashville team ahead of the opening Sunday of Geodis Park, its 30,000-seat stadium. Witherspoon's husband, agent and investor Jim Toth, also has joined the ownership group, the team said Tuesday, April 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, Pool, File) (Chris Pizzello)NASHVILLE, Tenn. — (AP) — Actor Reese Witherspoon and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry have joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer's Nashville team ahead of the opening Sunday of Geodis Park, its 30,000-seat stadium. Witherspoon's husband, agent and investor Jim Toth, also has joined the ownership group, the team said Tuesday.
wftv.comSNL’s Michael Che Knocks Jada Pinkett Smith in Fierce Chris Rock Defense
NBCWith his stand-up tour in New Jersey this weekend, it must have been tempting for Chris Rock to drop by his old stomping grounds to address what went down with Will Smith at the Oscars just six days ago. But instead, it was left to “Weekend Update” co-anchors Colin Jost and Michael Che to come to his defense. And they held nothing back.“Intelligence officials are saying that Vladimir Putin is being misinformed by his advisers about how badly the Russian military is performing in Ukraine,” Jos
news.yahoo.comSecond Chris Rock show added to Dr. Phillips Center lineup to meet demand
Through the years Chris Rock speaks onstage during the 94th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 27, 2022 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images) (Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)ORLANDO, Fla. — Chris Rock has added a second performance to his stop at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts this summer due to early access tickets nearly selling out. Rock’s concert, which will contain mature content, is a “phone-free experience,” according to the Dr. Phillips website. READ: Academy: Will Smith broke code of conduct, was asked but refused to leave ceremonyComedian Sebastian Maniscalco and Israeli singer Ishay Ribo also added second performances at the Dr. Phillips Center to meet demand. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Photos: Chris Rock performs in Boston in first show since Will Smith Oscars slap Chris Rock, center, arrives at the Wilbur Theater before a performance, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, in Boston.
wftv.comOscars producer says police offered to arrest Will Smith
94th Academy Awards - Show Presenter Chris Rock, right, speaks onstage as Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, bottom left, look on after Smith went onstage and slapped Rock at the Oscars, Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello)LOS ANGELES — (AP) — Oscars producer Will Packer said Los Angeles police were ready to arrest Will Smith after Smith slapped Chris Rock on the Academy Awards stage. Without giving specifics, the academy said Smith was asked to leave the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre, but refused to do so. Smith strode from his front row seat on to the stage and slapped Rock after a joke Rock made about Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, when he was on stage to present the Oscar for best documentary. The academy said Smith has the opportunity to defend himself in a written response before the board meets again on April 18.
wftv.comAcademy: Will Smith refused to leave Oscars after Rock slap
(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello)NEW YORK — (AP) — The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences on Wednesday said that Will Smith was asked to leave to Sunday's Oscar ceremony after hitting Chris Rock but refused to do so. Many have focused on why Smith was allowed to remain seated front row at the Academy Awards after the incident. After Smith struck Rock in response to a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, several stars including Denzel Washington, Bradley Cooper and Tyler Perry spoke with the 53-year-old Smith. The academy said Smith has the opportunity to defend himself in a written response before the board meets again on April 18. Smith’s actions at the 94th Oscars were a deeply shocking, traumatic event to witness in-person and on television," the academy said.
wftv.comAcademy: Smith refused to leave Oscars, broke conduct code
(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello)NEW YORK — (AP) — The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences said that Will Smith was asked to leave to Sunday's Oscars after hitting Chris Rock but refused. Many have questioned why Smith was allowed to remain seated front row at the Academy Awards after the incident. The academy said Smith has the opportunity to defend himself in a written response before the board meets again on April 18. The academy said disciplinary action for Smith could include suspension, expulsion or other sanctions. Smith’s actions at the 94th Oscars were a deeply shocking, traumatic event to witness in-person and on television," the academy said.
wftv.comWill Smith slap: Academy sends letter promising ‘appropriate action’ over Oscars’ incident
The CEO and president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have sent a letter to members concerning the incident between actor Will Smith and comedian Chris Rock at Sunday’s Oscar ceremony. >> Read more trending newsThe letter, which was obtained by Variety, said the Academy’s leadership was “outraged” over the incident where Smith walked onstage and slapped Rock following a joke Rock made about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. “Sunday’s telecast of the 94th Oscars was meant to be a celebration of the many individuals in our community who did incredible work this past year,” The letter read. “Academy’s Board of Governors will now make a determination on appropriate action for Mr. Smith,” the letter stated. “As outlined in our bylaws, the Academy’s Board of Governors will now make a determination on appropriate action for Mr. Smith.
wftv.comWill Smith would face little more than a slap if charged
The Los Angeles Police Department has said it was aware of the incident but was not investigating because Rock declined to file a police report. “Would they ever in a practical world do that when Chris Rock is saying, ’I won’t cooperate with a criminal investigation?' “If he’s going to be charged, I can’t speak to what the charge would be,” spokesman Rob Wilcox said. Probably not.”If Smith is not charged, it could imperil the justice system's credibility, said Jody Armour, a law professor at the University of Southern California. "This was a very wrong message.”If Smith were charged, he would face a misdemeanor battery count, which carries a penalty of up to six months in jail.
wftv.comSocial media explodes during Oscars; TV viewership doesn't
Nielsen measures viewership in 15-minute increments, and the 17.3 million viewers during the quarter-hour when Smith's attack took place was virtually identical to the quarter-hour that followed. Led by its NCAA men's basketball tourney coverage, CBS won the week with an average of 6.2 million in prime time. ABC's “World News Tonight” led the evening news ratings race with an average of 8.3 million viewers last week. NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: Arkansas vs. Duke, TBS, 10.34 million3. NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: Arkansas vs. Gonzaga, CBS, 8.16 million.
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