Month: May 2020

The popular HBO series “Insecure” will return for a fifth season. The series’ fourth season debuted on April 12. Fans who have been following the lives of Issa, played by series creator Issa Rae, Lawrence (Jay Ellis), Molly (Yvonne Orji), Tiffany (Amanda Seales) and Kelli (Natasha Rothwell) can now prepare for more episodes on the way;

“We’re thrilled that Issa, [producer Prentice Penny], and the whole Insecure team will be getting back together for a fifth season,” Amy Gravitt, executive vice president of HBO Programming, said. “As we laugh and cringe with recognition, their stories make us all feel a little less alone in the world.”  Rae celebrated the renewal news on Twitter, writing that she was “grateful.”

Last month, the “Insecure” team celebrated the premiere of the highly anticipated fourth season with a virtual block party.  The party had been an in-person event for previous seasons, but was moved online in April due to social distancing guidelines implemented in response to the coronavirus crisis. 

        

‘Insecure’ Fans Rejoice, The HBO Series Is Renewed For Season 5

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The popular HBO series “Insecure” will return for a fifth season, the cable network…

05/02/2020 5:27 PM

 

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A star-studded comedic lineup has been put together for the Feeding America Comedy Festival, which will donate proceeds to the non-profit organization feeding families hit the hardest by the coronavirus pandemic.

Jack Black, Cedric the Entertainer, Billy Crystal, Brad Garrett, Whoopi Goldberg, Tiffany Haddish, Kevin Hart, George Lopez, Howie Mandel, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Kenan Thompson, and more are set to appear in the two-hour special.

Doug Vaughan, executive vice president of NBC’s special programs, said in a statement: “There’s nothing more important right now than doing everything we can to make sure everyone affected by this pandemic is able to feed themselves and their families. We’re honored to be partnering with Feeding America and the amazing work they’re doing to make sure there is food on everyone’s table.”

NBC teamed up with Feeding America for the Parks and Recreation reunion special that aired Thursday, April 30, with NBC and sponsor partners State Farm and Subaru agreeing to match those donations.

Feeding America Comedy Special airs Sunday, May 10 at 7/6c on NBC, The Weather Channel, Comedy.TV, and streaming on the app Local Now.

Eddie Murphy, Tiffany Haddish, Adam Sandler Set for NBC Hunger Fundraiser

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Eddie Murphy, Tiffany Haddish and Adam Sandler among them — for the lockdown-friendly…

04/30/2020 9:02 PM

 

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Singers Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber announced they are teaming up for a new song titled “Stuck With U” which is set to be released on Friday, May 8.

In an Instagram post, Grande explained that proceeds from the track will be donated to the First Responders Children’s Foundation. “We’re very excited about this for so many reasons,” Grande wrote in a statement. “We hope we make a big difference with this and we hope it uplifts you and makes you feel happy and that you love it as much as we do. We’ve had a really great time working on this and we’re so excited for you to hear it.”

“More than ever we are seeing the selfless, tireless and amazing work that doctors, nurses and healthcare providers give to the world every day,” Bieber added. “It is our hope we can lend our voices to raise awareness and give much-needed support for them and their families.”

The two pop stars previously collaborated on the remix to Bieber’s 2015 hit, “What Do You Mean?”  You can pre-order “Stuck With U” at the link here.

Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande to Release “Stuck With U” Collaboration

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At long last, Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande are teaming up for an official collab. On Friday,…

05/02/2020 9:45 AM

 

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Prince Harry may no longer be an official working member of the monarchy, but he’s embracing his royal roots for a sweet new reason — an upcoming cameo alongside Thomas the Tank Engine! To celebrate the beloved children’s show’s 75th anniversary, Harry has recorded a special video introduction to introduce the apt new episode Thomas & Friends: The Royal Engine. In the words of that lovable locomotive, “Bust my buffers!” ” data-reactid=”20″ type=”text”>Prince Harry will appear on an upcoming cameo alongside Thomas the Tank Engine! to celebrate the beloved children’s show’s 75th anniversary, Harry has recorded a special video introduction to introduce the apt new episode Thomas & Friends: The Royal Engine. 

Prince Harry may no longer be an official working member of the monarchy, but he’s embracing his royal roots for a sweet new reason — an upcoming cameo alongside Thomas the Tank Engine! To celebrate the beloved children’s show’s 75th anniversary, Harry has recorded a special video introduction to introduce the apt new episode Thomas & Friends: The Royal Engine. In the words of that lovable locomotive, “Bust my buffers!” ” data-reactid=”20″ type=”text”>Harry’s upcoming cameo on the kids’ series is part of a year of celebration in the life of the show, which will include everything from new episodes to short-form content and even an all-new podcast for kids. The episode Harry is introducing will feature his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, along with his father, Prince Charles, as a young boy. In the royal-themed-episode, Thomas makes his first trip to London to take Sir Topham Hatt to Buckingham Palace to be honored. 

Prince Harry may no longer be an official working member of the monarchy, but he’s embracing his royal roots for a sweet new reason — an upcoming cameo alongside Thomas the Tank Engine! To celebrate the beloved children’s show’s 75th anniversary, Harry has recorded a special video introduction to introduce the apt new episode Thomas & Friends: The Royal Engine. In the words of that lovable locomotive, “Bust my buffers!” ” data-reactid=”20″ type=”text”>Harry said in a statement. “I certainly have fond memories of growing up with Thomas & Friends and being transported to new places through his adventures. I am very proud to have been asked to take part in this special episode. I wish Thomas & Friends a very happy anniversary.” 

Prince Harry Introduces Special 75th Anniversary Episode of ‘Thomas & Friends’

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Prince Harry will make a special introduction for the 75th anniversary episode of ‘Thomas &…

04/28/2020 1:53 PM

 

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Some major film festivals are joining together amid the coronavirus pandemic. Tribeca Enterprises and YouTube have announced the “We Are One: A Global Film Festival,” featuring new and classic films from around the world. The event will run over 10 days with programming from the Berlin International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival, Tokyo International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, Tribeca Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, New York Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival among others.

While the programming will be available free of charge on YouTube, viewers will have the opportunity to donate to the World Health Organization, as well as local relief partners.

“We Are One: A Global Film Festival” will run May 29 to June 7.

Tribeca partners with YouTube for ‘We Are One’ online film festival

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In a partnership with YouTube, Tribeca Enterprises announced it would be holding a 10-day online…

04/28/2020 3:27 AM

 

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