New this week: J.Lo doc, 'Martin' reunion and 'Spiderhead'
This week’s new entertainment releases include an album of guided meditation by Alanis Morissette, a Jennifer Lopez documentary leading up to her halftime performance at the Super Bowl in 2020 and a new “Father of the Bride” remake starring Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan.
33 years later, Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall return to Zamunda
NEW YORK – When Eddie Murphy made the original “Coming to America,” he was, almost indisputably, the funniest man in America. “Now I take nothing for granted and appreciate everything.”Thirty-three years after “Coming to America,” Murphy and Hall have returned to Zamunda. At the barbershop, where Murphy and Hall also reprise their characters, the conversation bounces from Teslas to transgender people. Before making “Black Panther,” Murphy has said Ryan Coogler approached him about a “Coming to America” sequel. Ruth E. Carter designed the costumes of both “Black Panther” and “Coming 2 America.” Both were shot in Atlanta.
‘Coming 2 America,’ starring Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall, starts streaming Friday on Amazon Prime
Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall are back in Queens as Prince Akeem and Semmi in “Coming 2 America,” the sequel to the 1988 film, which is now coming straight to your living room Friday on Amazon Prime Video. Set to becoming the King of Zamunda, Murphy’s character returns to the U.S. to find a son he’s never met. The latter album includes songs by African artists including Nasty C, Tiwa Savage, Tekno, DJ Arafat and more. The big-voiced Grammy-winning singer self-produced “Baby, I’m Hollywood!” – which is a mix of soul music, piano ballads and funk sounds.
'Coming 2 America' to launch on Amazon Prime in March
“Coming 2 America,” the sequel to the 1988 Eddie Murphy comedy, has landed on a date to come to audiences. The film which reunites Murphy and Arsenio Hall will debut on Amazon Prime Video on March 5, 2021, Amazon Studios said Friday. Originally a Paramount Pictures theatrical release, the studio sold the film to the streamer last month but had yet to finalize a date. “Coming to America was a cultural phenomenon that is one of the most loved and celebrated comedies of all time,” said Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, in a statement. “We know audiences around the world will fall in love with this hilarious, joyful movie that will surely become a timeless favorite.”James Earl Jones, Shari Headley and John Amos will also be reprising their roles alongside new additions like Wesley Snipes, Leslie Jones, Tracy Morgan and KiKi Layne.
Al Pacino, Tina Fey to appear in 'Heroes of New York' lineup
NEW YORK – Al Pacino, Tina Fey and Eli Manning will join a star-studded lineup to celebrate the selfless acts of New Yorkers. Robin Hood and iHeartRadio announced a collaboration Thursday to present “Heroes of New York,” which will air Dec. 1 on television and radio stations in New York. The show will feature musical performances from Mariah Carey, Tony Bennett and Andra Day. Carey will perform a medley, Bennett will sing “Smile” and Day will perform “Silent Night.”Other special guests include Jon Stewart, Kevin Bacon, Mariano Rivera, Michael Strahan, Ryan Seacrest and Tracy Morgan. In May, the New York-based poverty fighting organization, Robin Hood, and iHeartMedia held the “Rise Up New York!” telethon.
Tracy Morgan, wife to divorce after 5 years of marriage
LOS ANGELES Tracy Morgan and his wife of five years are ending their marriageThe actor-comedians representative said in an emailed statement Wednesday that Morgan and Megan Wollover have filed for divorce. This is a challenging time for all involved, so I ask that you please respect our privacy, Morgan said in a statement. Morgan and Wollover married after the former Saturday Night Live cast member recovered from a 2014 highway crash. One man was killed in the crash that left Morgan and two friends seriously injured. The crash happened when a Wal-Mart truck slammed into the back of a limo Morgan was riding in.
NTSB: Trucker who hit Tracy Morgan was awake for 28 hours
Federal investigators blame fatigue for the crash that badly injured Morgan and killed his friend, James McNair. The Walmart truck driver who crashed into Tracy's limo van missed signs warning of a work zone and reduced speed limit. Kris Van Cleave reports.
cbsnews.comTracy Morgan rejects Walmart's claim he shares the blame
Tracy Morgan rejects Walmart's claim he shares the blame In a statement, comedian Tracy Morgan said he "can't believe" Walmart is blaming him for an accident he believes the company caused when a company truck slammed into his limo, killing one passenger. Norah O'Donnell reports.
cbsnews.comIs Walmart shifting the blame on Tracy Morgan's lawsuit?
Is Walmart shifting the blame on Tracy Morgan's lawsuit? Walmart is making a controversial counter-charge against Tracy Morgan, the "30 Rock" star who is suing the retailer over severe injuries he suffered in a highway accident. Vinita Nair reports.
cbsnews.comTracy Morgan is on the mend
Tracy Morgan is on the mend Comedian Tracy Morgan was released from rehab, where he has been recovering from injuries sustained from an auto accident. Also, actors Cameron Diaz and Jason Segal hit the red carpet for the premiere of their new film, "Sex Tape." Suzanne Marques has today's Eye on Entertainment report.
cbsnews.comNew details released about Tracy Morgan car accident
New details released about Tracy Morgan car accident Investigators released a new report on the accident that sent comedian Tracy Morgan to the hospital. Plus, Mark Wahlberg hits the red carpet in Hong Kong for the premiere of "Transformers: Age of Extinction." Suzanne Marques has that and more in today's Eye on Entertainment.
cbsnews.comFX promises to wait on Tracy Morgan's TV series
FX promises to wait on Tracy Morgan's TV series FX Networks says Tracy Morgan's new TV series will be waiting for him when he's well enough to work again, Sandra Bullock takes the "Decade of Hotness" award -- and more. Suzanne Marques reports on the day's top entertainment stories.
cbsnews.comTrucker in Tracy Morgan crash hadn’t slept in 24 hours
Trucker in Tracy Morgan crash hadn’t slept in 24 hours According to the criminal complaint, the driver of the Wal-Mart truck that slammed into the luxury van carrying actor Tracy Morgan hadn’t slept “in excess of 24 hours.” Investigators are looking into whether 35-year-old Kevin Roper had spent too much time behind the wheel. Jeff Pegues reports.
cbsnews.comTracy Morgan: "SNL" and "30 Rock" star returns to stand-up roots
Tracy Morgan: "SNL" and "30 Rock" star returns to stand-up roots Tracy Morgan's comedy career has taken him from "Saturday Night Live" to "30 Rock," but it all started for him on some of Brooklyn's toughest streets. He joins the "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-hosts for a conversation on his latest comedy special.
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