• Wed, February 19, 2025

by: Marketplace

How far has racial representation come since the early days of TV?

Marlon Riggs' 1992 documentary "Color Adjustment" focused on representations of African Americans in early television shows.

by: Uproxx

Doechii Sees 'Industry Plant' Accusations As 'Confirmation' She's 'Doing Something Right'

Doechii, the Grammys' reigning Best Rap Album recipient, has receiving these accusations since the release of her fan-favorite mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal. Some listeners have used the resulting string of buzzy social media moments — her performances for The Late Show,

by: rnz

NZME plans new video channel amid news cuts

The NZ Herald's streaming video service will be part of a restructuring that included the loss of 30 journalists' jobs, but it's not clear whether it will pay off, Mediawatch reports.

by: CNN

Ethan Hawke thinks casting actors based on their social media following is 'crazy'

It sounds like Ethan Hawke is aware that "Reality Bites" for today's performers. At the Berlin Film Festival this week, the 54-year-old actor was asked if he was familiar with his daughter Maya Hawke's recent comments about casting actors based on whether they have a large Instagram following.

by: Indiatimes

Who Is Mike Fisher's Wife? Everything About the American Singer and Songwriter Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood, after winning American Idol in 2005, saw a flourishing career in country music. She married former NHL star Mike Fisher in 2010, and

by: legit

Ayra Starr Hints on Collaboration with Burna Boy and Rihanna: "She Wants to Stain Odogwu's White"

Ayra Starr has opened up about the plans she has for her career after she won the 2025 MOBO Awards. She said she wishes to work with Burna Boy and Rihanna.

by: Deadline

BBC Apologizes & Adds Clarification To Gaza Documentary Featuring Son Of Hamas Leader Following Backlash

How To Survive a Warzone documentary that featured the son of Hamas royalty, after nearly 50 entertainment figures contacted the corporation to urge an investigation. The BBC "had not been informed of this information" by the independent producers behind the doc,

by: FilmiBeat

JioHotstar Brings '7 Days Live' Led By Anubhav Singh Bassi, To Stream LIVE From 22nd February

JioHotstar is all set to launch 7 Days Live, a one-of-a-kind reality show hosted by Anubhav Singh Bassi, where two contrasting social media creators will live together under one roof for a full week

by: Esquire

I'm Still Wondering Why Kevin Costner Was at 'SNL 50'

The actor had a hell of a weekend, from marveling at Cher's talents to enjoying the 'Saturday Night Live 'anniversary show with Jenna Ortega.

by: Mumbrella

Endemol Shine Australia and Tokyo Broadcasting System Television enter partnership

Endemol Shine Australia is partnering with Tokyo Broadcasting System Television so it can access its "new and existing formats with the view to uniquely shaping them for both Australian and global audiences".

by: PFSN

Is Gracie Hunt Married? A Look at the Chiefs Heiress' Relationship History and Dating Life

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has three children with his wife Tavia Shackles, with Gracie Hunt being the eldest. The former soccer player turned pageant queen isn't currently married, so many NFL fans are curious about her dating life.

by: People

Courteney Cox and Lookalike Daughter Coco, 20, Have a Girls' Day Out at the Beach in Their Bikinis

Courteney Cox and daughter Coco Arquette were pictured at a beach in Sydney, Australia, soaking up the sun in their bikinis. See their fun mother-daughter day out.

by: Mediaite

'King Of Late Night' Greg Gutfeld Dubbed 'A Modern-Day Tom Wolfe' in Variety Cover Story

Gutfled's eponymous 10 p.m. show airs on cable but trounces ABC, CBS, and NBC in total viewers and in the advertiser-sought age 25-54 demographic.

by: MassLive

Tyler Perry's 'Sistas' season 8 new episode Feb. 19, how to watch free

A new episode of Tyler Perry's "Sistas" will air on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The new episode 9 p.m. ET on BET. Those without cable can watch the show for free through Philo, FuboTV or DirecTV Stream each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.

by: Variety

AI is a Potential 'Goldmine' and a 'Ticking Time Bomb,' Says SMPTE Chief at HPA Tech Retreat

AI is both a potential "goldmine" and a "ticking time bomb," in the words of Rich Welsh, Deluxe senior VP of innovation, who also serves as president of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.

by: pinkvilla

Pawan Kalyan takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam with wife Anna and son Akira Nandan; see ...

Pawan Kalyan recently took a holy dip at Sangam with his family as he visited Prayagraj for Mahakumbh festivities.

by: Racer

IndyCar expands international broadcast reach

INDYCAR LIVE, the series' direct-to-consumer streaming service, will continue to provide audiences in markets without a dedicated international partner with access to live pract

by: LancasterOnline

Lancaster Pride removes its president after internal audit, investigation

Lancaster Pride announced Wednesday that its board of directors has voted to oust its president, Tiffany Shirley, after an internal audit and investigation.

by: TheWrap

Trump's 'Long Live the King' Post Sparks Outcry: 'Embarrassing and Disrespectful to Our Country'

Donald Trump's latest social media post proclaiming "Long Live the King" sparks an outcry across the Internet.

by: MSN

Manipur: North East India Film Fest 2025 concludes, Samiran Deka and Late Bhaskar Jyoti Das honoured as best directors

The North East India Film Festival 2025 celebrated Manipur's cinematic heritage with 28 films. 'Where Is My Home' won Best Non-Feature Film, while 'Oitharei' took Best Feature Film.

by: Tuko

Babu Owino Looking for Little Boy Who Hailed Him for Complex Diction: "Brilliant Kid"

MP Babu Owino is searching for a young boy who went viral for struggling to understand his complex English, including the Latin phrase "Volenti non-fit injuria."

by: MSN

Entertainment News Today Live Updates on February 19, 2025: My Happy Marriage Season 2 Episode 8: Exact release date, time and more

Welcome to the live updates platform for Hindustan Times. Follow the major news updates, headlines and breaking news stories from the world of entertainment right here. See the latest developments in Bollywood,

by: Mediaite

Fox News Draws Over 1 BILLION Social Media Video Views in a Month For First Time Ever

Specifically regarding Fox News Digital, January 2025 was its best month for multi-platform minutes since November 2020, with a highly consequential presidential election driving

by: Variety

Streaming-Era Commercials Invade Forbidden TV Territory: Presidential Debates, HBO Shows and Other Content Once Deemed Off-Limits

Nearly two decades ago, Speciale, then a senior media buyer at MediaVest who negotiated prices and terms for commercial time, approached TV networks with an intriguing idea: Why couldn't her company buy up an entire ad break,

by: pinkvilla

Good Bad Ugly: Ajith Kumar and Simran to share screen after 25 years in Adhik Ravichandran's directorial?

Ajith Kumar and Simran are reportedly reuniting after 25 years for Good Bad Ugly. Fans are eager to see the duo share screen space again.

by: CNN

Rihanna reacts to A$AP Rocky's not guilty verdict in assault case

The superstar singer and mogul posted about her feelings on an Instagram story after a California jury found A$AP Rocky not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, stemming from a 2021 shooting incident with a former friend in Los Angeles.

by: TheWrap

With LA Recovery Slow to Start, the Entertainment Industry Steps Up for Grassroots Fire Relief

Over a month after fires raged through Los Angeles, longterm relief efforts are just starting to coalesce. With over 16,249 structures burned between the Altadena and Palisades wildfires, and now mudslides from torrential rain further damaging burn areas,

by: Tuko

Edday Nderitu Resurfaces on Social Media with Stylish White Outfit

Samidoh Muchoki's wife Edday Nderitu has resurfaced on social media. She shared photos rocking a white outfit and spewed some wise words about healing.

by: Mediaite

Social Media Accounts Claim Influencer Known for Putting on Makeup to Troll Liberals Found Dead in Mexico Hotel Room

The social media accounts of former Bachelorette star Josh Seiter on Tuesday posted a message claiming he was found dead in a hotel room in Mexico.

by: pinkvilla

Pawan Kalyan takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam with wife Anna and son Akira Nandan; see who joined them at Mahakumbh

Pawan Kalyan recently took a holy dip at Sangam with his family as he visited Prayagraj for Mahakumbh festivities.

by: CNN

Blake Lively claims other women raised concerns about Justin Baldoni on 'It Ends With Us' set in latest court filing

In an amended complaint, attorneys for Blake Lively added nearly 50 pages to their lawsuit against the actress' co-star Justin Baldoni, furthering the details to Lively's initial allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation.

by: Variety

Paramount Global Battles Trump Politics and Investor Suits. Is the Sale to Skydance in Peril?

Paramount Global has been in a whirlwind of political fights and investor suits since 2025 began. Is the studio's sale to Skydance Media in peril?

by: MSN

Reservoir Media Acquires U.K. Dance Label New State, Growing Its Recorded Catalog Nearly 40% in the Process

by: Variety

FilmNation Entertainment Hires Former Participant Executive Andy Kim as Chief Operating Officer (EXCLUSIVE)

Andy Kim, a former executive at Participant, has been hired as the chief operating officer of FilmNation Entertainment, the company behind "Conclave."

by: MSN

Placebo's Brian Molko charged with defamation after branding Italian Prime Minister a 'fascist'

After footage of his remarks circulated on social media, prosecutors in Turin opened an investigation into the 52- year-old singer for defamation and contempt, and Italy's justice ministry approved their request to charge him with defamation on Monday.

by: MSN

ASAP Rocky's Acquittal: 50 Cent, Spike Lee, and More React to Verdict

Oscar-winning director Spike Lee is among those celebrating ASAP Rocky's acquittal. Rocky was found not guilty on Tuesday of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm. Rocky was arrested in 2022 in connection with what police described at the time as an argument that had escalated into gunfire one year prior.

by: MSN

This is how much you'll pay for posting Zanzou's explicit videos on social media

The Film and Publication Board warned members of the public not to reshare the videos of the Zanzou incident or face a stiff fine of R500,000 or a prison sentence.

by: MSN

UTA Signs Jubilee Media and Founder Jason Y. Lee (EXCLUSIVE)

UTA has signed digital media company Jubilee Media and its founder Jason Y. Lee for representation in all areas. Jubilee Media is a first of its kind studio that creates content aimed at provoking understanding and fostering human connection across both sides of the political and ideological spectrum.

by: MSN

Drake ATTACKS mysterious drone as it flies into Sydney penthouse - but fans aren't buying it

In a new bizarre video making circulating on social media Drake was seen angrily launching his show at a mystery done that was hovering above his Sydney Crown penthouse

by: MSN

Netflix 'definitely' eyeing Sunday NFL package

Netflix has called an audible and now plans to pursue a Sunday NFL package following its successful Christmas Day debut last season. Bela Bajaria, the chief content officer for the streaming giant, confirmed the strategy shift on a recent episode of "The Town" podcast.

by: MSN

Salman Khan's Sikandar poster draws comparison with Jacqueline Fernandez's Mrs Serial Killer: 'Bollywood is copywood'

Salman Khan's Sikandar, is set to hit theaters on Eid 2025. Directed by filmmaker AR Murugadoss, the film also stars Kajal Aggarwal and Rashmika Mandanna.

by: MSN

Blake Lively Says 2 Other Female 'It Ends With Us' Co-Stars Are Prepared to Testify Against Justin Baldoni

Blake Lively amended her complaint against her "It Ends With Us" co-star/director Justin Baldoni late Tuesday night, detailing similar alleged experiences from two of her female castmates as well as adding a defamation claim.

by: MSN

Seventeen's Hoshi, Woozi form new unit, to release first single next month

This teaser image for "Beam" is provided by Pledis Entertainment. "Beam" is the first single from Seventeen's new unit composed of members Hoshi and Woozi, set for release on March 10. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) Seventeen-new unit Seventeen's Hoshi,

by: MSN

WWE announcer opens up on awkward situation

What is going on with Corey Graves and the WWE commentary team? In a conversation with Logan Paul, Michael Cole attempted to shed some light on the matter. In January, Graves complained on social media about moving to NXT — WWE's developmental brand — while the team of Cole and Pat McAfee called WWE Raw Read

by: MSN

Cynthia Erivo to be honored for her work on LGBTQ issues at the GLAAD Media Awards

T his awards season has to be a heady one for Cynthia Erivo.Wicked's commercial success would be phenomenal on its own, but the film that earned Erivo a BAFTA nomination for Best
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by: sportscasting

NFL Salary Cap Has Increased By $100 Million Since 2018

NFL salary cap estimation means the salary cap has increased by around $100 million since 2018. View the figures inside.

by: LifestyleAsia

What is the net worth of 'Marco' star Unni Mukundan? A look at his wealth and success

Get to know all about the net worth of 'Marco' star Unni Mukundan, movies, career highlights, and personal life.

by: MSN

Justin Baldoni's legal team reacts to Blake Lively's amended lawsuit; netizens predict actress and husband Ryan Reynolds will LOSE $400 Million battle

Blake Lively has amended her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, introducing new claims. Baldoni's lawyer labels these claims as unsubstantial. As the legal battle continues, social media is abuzz with speculation.

Cynthia Erivo to be honored for her work on LGBTQ issues at the GLAAD Media Awards

T his awards season has to be a heady one for Cynthia Erivo.Wicked's commercial success would be phenomenal on its own, but the film that earned Erivo a BAFTA nomination for Best
Cynthia Erivo, known for her role in "Wicked," will be honored at the GLAAD Media Awards for her advocacy and contributions to the LGBTQ community. The awards ceremony, taking place on March 14, 2024, at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, will recognize Erivo's efforts in promoting acceptance and visibility for the community. Erivo, who identifies as queer, has been vocal about her experiences and has used her platform to support and uplift the community through her work in film, television, and music. Her upcoming role as Elphaba in the film adaptation of "Wicked" further highlights her commitment to roles that resonate with diverse audiences.

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