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Film
Yonkers, NY
News
Jon Hamm Visits Film School In Yonkers, Talks With Students
Award-winning actor Jon Hamm paid a visit to a Westchester County film and television school this week, spending time with students and staff while offering encouragement to aspiring filmmakers. The Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor visited the Robert Halmi Academy of Film & Television in Yonkers on Wednesday, May 27, according to Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano. According to Spano, Hamm toured the school and visited classrooms throughout the building, where he met with students and faculty members. “His thoughtful insights, encouragement, and genuine connection with our students made…
New City, NY
Business
Oprah Signs Exclusive Deal With Amazon: What It Means For Fans
Oprah Winfrey has signed an exclusive, multi-year deal with Amazon, marking a significant expansion of her media empire. The partnership, announced Monday morning, April 27, highlights Amazon’s growing ambitions in the creator-driven media space, and includes her podcast, book club, and the back catalog of "The Oprah Winfrey Show," according to multiple reports, including Variety. The deal focuses on integrating Oprah’s brand across Amazon’s platforms, including Wondery, Amazon’s podcast network. Here’s what the agreement includes: "The Oprah Podcast": Wondery will exclusively…
Hartford, CT
Business
Starbucks Adds New Secret Menu For 'Devil Wears Prada 2': See What's Included
Starbucks is rolling out a new secret menu inspired by a highly anticipated sequel in the fashion world. The Seattle-based company announced the limited-time collection in a news release on Monday, April 20. The promotion celebrates the release of "The Devil Wears Prada 2," which hits theaters on Friday, May 1. Starbucks said the drinks give customers a chance to experience the film's characters through their daily coffee routine. "Starbucks has been part of The Devil Wears Prada universe since the original film," senior vice president of global marketing Erin Silvoy said. "We're exci…
Cheshire, CT
News
James Van Der Beek, ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Star, Cheshire Native, Dies At Age 48
Nineties heartthrob and Connecticut native James Van Der Beek has died at the age of 48 following a public battle with cancer. The “Dawson’s Creek” star was found unresponsive Wednesday morning, Feb. 11, at his home in Austin, Texas, a representative for the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office told TMZ. A cause of death was not given. "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace," his wife Kimberly wrote on social media. "There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of ti…
Saratoga Springs, NY
News
Emmy Winner Timothy Busfield Faces Child Sex Abuse Charges
Emmy-winning actor Timothy Busfield is facing serious criminal charges after being accused of sexually abusing child actors on the set of the Fox TV series "The Cleaning Lady," according to multiple reports. An arrest warrant was issued in New Mexico for the 68-year-old Busfield, who is best known for his roles in "The West Wing" and "Thirtysomething," ABC News said, noting that he faces two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse. The alleged abuse took place between November 2022 and spring 2024 in Albuquerque, where Busfield served as director…
Waynesboro, PA
News
Actor/Director Rob Reiner, Wife Allegedly Stabbed To Death By Son: Reports (
Update
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Actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife were allegedly stabbed to death Sunday in Los Angeles, with multiple law enforcement sources telling national outlets that the couple’s son is accused of the killings. Los Angeles Fire Department crews were called to a medical aid request around 3:30 p.m., where firefighters found a 78-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman dead inside a home, authorities said. Senior law enforcement sources identified the victims as Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, ABC News and NBC News reported. Those sources said the couple suffered fatal stab wounds. …
Greenburgh, NY
News
Tracy Morgan, Daniel Radcliffe Film New NBC Sitcom In Elmsford: Here's Where
A major TV production recently brought star power to Westchester County, where well-known actors Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe filmed scenes for a new NBC sitcom. The shoot for “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins” took place on Thursday, Nov. 13, at Carmine’s Deli & Cafe, located at 7 Old Rd. in Elmsford, village officials said. The upcoming series is produced by Tina Fey and follows Morgan as a disgraced former football player attempting to rebuild his life through awkward public appearances, misguided charity work, and personal growth. Village officials said they wer…
Canton, MA
Business
New Dunkin' Treats, Merch Celebrate 'Wicked' Sequel's Release: What's On The Menu
A taste of Oz magic is coming to a popular coffee chain. Dunkin' is teaming up with "Wicked: For Good" to sell limited-edition drinks, Munchkins, and merchandise, the company announced on Wednesday, Nov. 5. The sequel to 2024's hit movie "Wicked" will debut in theaters on Friday, Nov. 21. The new lineup, available nationwide, includes two themed drinks: the Wicked Green Matcha and Wicked Pink Refresher, with the colors representing the musical film's two witches, Elphaba Thropp and Glinda Upland. The Wicked Green Matcha features brown sugar and toasted almond flavors, while t…
Mansfield-Storrs, CT
Obituaries
Actor Brad Everett Young Killed In Wrong-Way Crash At Age 46
Brad Everett Young, an actor, celebrity photographer, and advocate for arts education, was killed in a car crash in Los Angeles. He was 46. The crash happened late Sunday, Sept. 14, when a wrong-way driver hit Young’s car on the 134 Freeway. He had just seen a movie and was driving alone, his publicist told The Hollywood Reporter. Young died at the scene. The other driver survived and was hospitalized, the outlet reported. A Danville, Virginia native who lived in Los Angeles, Young was a fixture on Hollywood red carpets and at premieres and awards shows. He also founded Dream Loud Official,…
Albany, NY
Lifestyle
‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At Albany Coffee Shop After Local Show
Hollywood buddies Adam Sandler and Kevin James surprised staff and customers at a downtown Albany coffee shop hours after packing MVP Arena for Sandler’s comedy tour. The duo, who performed Tuesday night, Sept. 16, during Sandler’s “You’re My Best Friend Tour,” dropped into Motor Oil Coffee on Wednesday for a pick-me-up. “Star power at Motor Oil Coffee this morning!” the shop wrote on Facebook, alongside a photo of Sandler and James smiling with their cups. “Huge thanks to @adamsandler and Kevin James for revving up their morning with us after an unforgettable show at the MVP Arena! We’re…
New Haven, CT
Events
Crystal R. Emery Returns To New Haven's Bregamos Theater For Night Of Fun With Special Guest
Crystal R. Emery is returning to New Haven for another powerful night of laughter and truth as she continues to break barriers in art, comedy, and storytelling. Her latest show, Stand Up with Crystal R. Emery, blends sharp humor with hard-hitting realities at the intersection of racism, sexism, and ableism. Emery, a New Haven–area resident who is quadrapalegic, has built a career as a director, producer, author, and nonprofit leader, but she says comedy is her newest way to share her story. “How do you do stand-up comedy when you can’t stand up?” Emery quipped. “I’ve never let my disability…
White Plains, NY
Obituaries
Sitcom Star Polly Holliday Dies, Made 'Kiss My Grits!' A Catchphrase
Polly Holliday, who turned “Kiss my grits!” into a pop-culture staple as Flo on the hit sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 88. Holliday died in New York City Tuesday, Sept. 9 at her home in Manhattan, according to The New York Times, which cited her longtime agent and friend Dennis Aspland. An Alabama native who came up through regional theater and Broadway, Holliday broke out as Florence Jean “Flo” Castleberry on CBS’s "Alice" (1976–80), then headlined the spinoff Flo (1980–81), where her brassy one-liners — especially “Kiss my grits!” — became part of the American vernacular. …
Amherst, MA
News
Succession Actor Nicholas Braun Accused Of Driving Under Influence In New England
Nicholas Braun, best known as Cousin Greg on HBO’s Succession, was charged in New England on suspicion of driving under the influence after a late-night traffic stop over Labor Day weekend, authorities said. TMZ first reported that police in Moultonborough, New Hampshire pulled Braun over Friday night, Aug. 29, and booked him into the Carroll County lockup for about an hour before releasing him on his own recognizance. No bail was set. There is no mugshot because the station’s camera wasn’t working, the TMZ report states. Braun, age 37, was arrested on suspicion of DUI Impairment and O…
Somers, NY
Obituaries
Actor Floyd Levine Dies; New York Native, Father Of TV Exec Brian Robbins
Floyd Levine, a veteran character actor whose face was familiar across decades of film and television and the father of entertainment executive Brian Robbins, has died. He was 93. A former cab driver who pivoted to acting in the 1970s, Levine piled up scores of credits on the big and small screens. On television, he was best known as Desk Sgt. Lubin in CBS’s Cagney & Lacey, Dr. Howard Stein in Fox’s Melrose Place, and Ned the Doorman in Nickelodeon’s Cousin Skeeter, which was co-created by his son. He also turned up on Quincy, M.E., Hill Street Blues, The Love Boat, Three’s…
Kearny, NJ
Obituaries
Actor Graham Greene Dies; Appeared In Dances With Wolves, The Green Mile, Northern Exposure
Graham Greene, the quietly commanding actor who starred in Dances With Wolves and The Green Mile, has died. The 73-year-old's death happened Sunday, Aug. 31, in Toronto, TMZ first reported. Born on the Six Nations Reserve in Ohsweken, Ontario, Greene was a proud member of the Oneida First Nation. Before finding his calling on stage and screen, he worked as a draftsman, steelworker, and audio technician for rock bands. Encouraged by friends, Greene began acting in Toronto’s vibrant theater scene in the 1970s, quickly earning a reputation for his authenticity and depth. Greene’…
Yonkers, NY
News
Beloved Actor Jerry Adler Dies, Starred In Sopranos, The Good Wife, Lifelong NYer
Jerry Adler, the versatile actor whose late-blooming screen career made him a familiar face to millions on The Sopranos and The Good Wife, has died. He died on Saturday, Aug. 23, at his home in New York City, his family confirmed. The Brooklyn-born performer, who began his career behind the scenes on Broadway, became a celebrated character actor in his 60s, earning acclaim for his sharp wit and memorable roles across television and film Best known for his eight-season run on The Sopranos (1999–2007), Adler played Hesh Rabkin, a trusted advisor and longtime friend to Tony Soprano, who…
Saratoga Springs, NY
News
TV Legend Tristan Rogers Dies, Daytime Star For Nearly Half Century
One of the most recognizable faces in the soap opera world has died. Tristan Rogers, who made ABC's General Hospital’s Robert Scorpio a daytime icon, succumbed to a battle with lung cancer. He was 79. His career spanned from 1974 to 2025, encompassing film, television, voice work, and extensive voiceover credits. Rogers died early Friday, Aug. 15, according to his family. Best known for playing superspy Scorpio beginning in 1980, he appeared on and off the series for roughly 45 years, becoming a pivotal figure during the show’s blockbuster “Luke and Laura” era. He also had a recurring rol…
Bradley Beach-Avon-Belmar, NJ
Obituaries
Versatile Actor Dan Ziskie, Played House Of Cards VP, Dies
Dan Ziskie, the actor who brought gravitas to the role of Vice President Jim Matthews on House of Cards, and who appeared on scores of other popular TV shows, has died. Ziskie’s death came in New York City at age 80. His career spanned decades and genres, but it was his turn as the embattled vice president opposite Kevin Spacey’s Frank Underwood that cemented his place in the pop culture landscape. Audiences also knew him from recurring and guest roles on acclaimed series like Treme, The West Wing, Madam Secretary, The Good Wife, Law & Order, and Chappelle’s Show, where his comed…
Montclair, NJ
Lifestyle
'Bobby Boucher' Wins Adam Sandler Lookalike Contest At Montclair Restaurant
Bobby Boucher, Chubbs, the penguin and Happy Gilmore all stopped by a bar in Montclair recently. Porta Montclair at 499 Bloomfield Ave. celebrated Adam Sandler by hosting “Night of 1000 Sandlers,” featuring an Adam Sandler lookalike contest and dance party on Friday, Aug. 1. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Porta Montclair (@portamontclair) The event was held in honor of the release of “Happy Gilmore 2” which was filmed all over the Garden State. Aside from high-quality H20, the party featured specialty cocktails like The Happy G…
Carmel, NY
News
Pop Culture Phenom Hulk Hogan, Pro Wrestling’s Biggest Star, Dies
Just as he was larger than life in the ring, Hulk Hogan’s outsized legacy in sports and entertainment will loom for years to come. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea and who became a global icon as professional wrestling’s most recognizable figure, has died at 71. The cause of death was cardiac arrest, according to TMZ, which first reported the news. Born in Augusta, Georgia in 1953, the 6-foot-7, 300-pound Hogan launched his wrestling career in 1977 and skyrocketed to fame in the 1980s when he signed with the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE). With his trademark b…
Newark, NJ
News
Jerry Seinfeld Performing In Newark: Here’s Where, When, How To Get Tix
Want to spend your Halloween with Jerry Seinfeld? Now is your chance. The “Seinfeld” star is performing two shows at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark on Friday, Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 25. “Seinfeld” was the biggest hit of the 1990s, topping the ratings and earning numerous accolades. Seinfeld, who played a semi-fictionalized version of himself, co-created the show and wrote several episodes. After “Seinfeld”, the comedian wrote the animated film “Bee Movie” and wrote and directed the Netflix comedy “Unfrosted” about the history of the…
Paramus, NJ
Lifestyle
Casting Call Seeks 'Curvy Women With Breast Augmentation' For NJ Film Shoot On Yacht
Did you spend a lot of money on your bust and want to show it off? This is the project for you. Grant Wilfrey Casting is seeking "curvy women with breast augmentation" for a feature film shooting in New Jersey from Monday, July 14 through Thursday, July 17. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grant Wilfley Casting (@gwcasting) The scene requires extras to wear a bikini on a yacht, showing off those curves. The shoot pays $1,000 for 10 hours. Interested parties should email
[email protected]
with subject line “IG YACHT BIKINI” …
Fairfield, CT
Obituaries
Michael Madsen, 'Kill Bill,' 'Reservoir Dogs' Star, Found Dead At 67
Actor Michael Madsen, known for playing tough guys in television and film for the past four decades, has died. He was 67. Authorities were called to his Malibu home early Thursday morning, July 3, after the "Kill Bill" star was found unresponsive. His manager told NBC News that he suffered a cardiac arrest. Madsen's acting career began in 1982, and he first appeared on the big screen in the Matthew Broderick vehicle "War Games" in 1983. But his big break would come a decade later when he played the psychopathic burglar and gangster Mr. Blonde in the&…
Albany, NY
Lifestyle
Adam Sandler To Play Albany Show On ‘You’re My Best Friend’ Tour
The Sandman is stepping back into the spotlight. Funnyman Adam Sandler will hit the road this fall for a new North American comedy tour, titled “You’re My Best Friend.” The tour features stops in over 30 cities across the United States and Canada, including New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Tickets are available at StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. Here’s when and where you can catch him: Saturday, Sept. 13 – CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, MD Monday, Sept. 15 – Madison Square Garden in New York, NY Tuesday, Sept. 16 – MVP Arena in Albany, NY Friday, Sept. 1…
Ansonia, CT
Obituaries
Lynn Hamilton, ‘Sanford And Son,’ ‘The Waltons’ Actress, Dies At 95
Lynn Hamilton, best known for her roles on The Waltons and Sanford and Son, has died at the age of 95. Hamilton passed away in Chicago of natural causes, according to her former manager and publicist, Rev. Calvin Carson. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Calvin Carson (@calvincarson67) She was surrounded by grandchildren, loved ones, and caregivers, he said. Born Alzenia “Lynn” Hamilton-Jenkins, the legendary actress leaves behind a five-decade legacy in film, television, theater, and modeling. She was widely recognize…
Arlington, VA
Lifestyle
Dc-a
rea Star Jon Bernthal Returning As Punisher In New Spider-Man Movie: Reports
The Punisher is back. Jon Bernthal is set to reprise his role as the anti-hero vigilante once more in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, according to multiple reports. He first suited up as the beloved comic book character in Netflix's "Daredevil" and his portrayal had such an impact with fans that he was able to star in his own spin-off series "The Punisher," which ran for two seasons. He most recently made an appearance in the "Daredevil" revival, "Daredevil: Born Again." He is also scheduled to reprise his role on that show, and is at the center of a Punisher stand-alone feature for D…
Simsbury, CT
News
Actor Who Starred In Lilo & Stitch, Appeared On Hawaii Five-0 Dies Suddenly At Age 46
An actor who just made his big screen debut in Disney’s live-action box-office smash hit Lilo & Stitch has died suddenly. The death of 46-year-old David Hekili Kenui Bell in Hawaii on Thursday, June 12 was announced this week. An autopsy has been scheduled and an investigation is ongoing, police said, and no foul play is suspected, according to TMZ. On Lilo & Stitch, he played the "Big Hawaiian Dude" character. He also appeared on episodes of Hawaii Five-0 and Magnum P.I. He was also known in Hawaii as the voice on the PA system at Kona Airport. Bell's death was announce…
New Providence, NJ
Sports
Billionaire Mark Cuban Joins Thousands In Supporting New Providence Wrestler With ALS
In the ring, he's known as Jeff Cannonball, a hardcore daredevil who beats his opponents with his devastating sit-out tombstone piledriver. But outside the ring, Jeff Guerriero is a husband to Sam and father to his toddler son, Milo. The New Providence resident, who also works as a dispatcher, announced his ALS diagnosis last month in a Facebook post. And the disease has been progressing rapidly, according to a fundraiser set up to support his family. "It absolutely sucks and I've been a bit of a wreck," Jeff wrote. "But my family and very few friends I've told have been ex…
Mineola, NY
Lifestyle
Hot People Wanted For Kevin Hart Movie Filming Yacht, Club Scenes In NYC
If you’ve ever been told you have “main character energy” while dancing on a rooftop, this casting call's for you. Grant Wilfey Casting is looking for “attractive” club-ready people ages 18–35 to serve as background actors in Kevin Hart’s upcoming feature film 72 Hours, directed by Tim Story (Barbershop, Think Like a Man, Ride Along). The comedy follows a 40-year-old executive (Hart) who gets roped into a wild three-day bachelor party with a much younger crowd after being mistakenly included in their group text, according to its IMDB page. Producers are casting for scenes set at a high-en…
Bristol, CT
Business
Disney Cutting Hundreds Of Jobs In Latest Wave Of Layoffs: Reports
Hundreds of employees across Disney's television, film, and corporate finance divisions are being laid off as the company continues a sweeping cost-cutting effort, according to reports. The Walt Disney Company began laying off "several hundred" employees worldwide on Monday, June 2. The layoffs were first reported by Deadline. Most of the layoffs hit Disney Entertainment, including its film and TV marketing, television publicity, casting, and development divisions. Corporate finance teams were also affected, the report said. Although no entire teams will be eliminated, the job cuts ar…
Hackensack, NJ
News
Got A Ferrari Or Lambo? Netflix Wants You (And Your Car) For NJ Feature Film
If you're rolling through New Jersey in a Ferrari, Lambo, or Bentley, your car — and you — could land a role in an upcoming Netflix feature film. Grant Wilfley Casting is looking for people with luxury cars to appear as paid background actors in "72 Hours," a Netflix production filming in New Jersey this June and July. The casting call specifically lists the following car makes and models: Ferrari Lamborghini Maserati Lotus Aston Martin Bentley Porsche BMW 7 Series Mercedes S/SL/CLS/G Class Audi A7/A8 Series Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union actors are welcome to apply. The base pay is: $216…
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