Ananda Lewis Dies: MTV VJ & Talk Show Host Was 52
Lewis' sister Lakshmi took to social media to share news of her death on Wednesday, June 11.
More from Deadline
50 Cent Doubles Down On Ripping Sean "Diddy" Combs For Gun Threats Revealed In Trial Testimony - Update
Sean "Diddy" Combs Jury Hears Of Cassie Ventura Beating At LA Restaurant Attended By Music Superstars & Execs
Shocker! Cassie Ventura Reveals $10M Settlement From Hotel Over 2016 Sean "Diddy" Combs Beating - Update
'She's free, and in His heavenly arms,' she said in a Facebook post. 'Lord, rest her soul.'
More to come…
Best of Deadline
'Stick' Release Guide: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
'Stick' Soundtrack: All The Songs You'll Hear In The Apple TV+ Golf Series
2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Axios
an hour ago
- Axios
Retro Bar brings '80s and '90s nostalgia back to Uptown
Retro Bar is a new throwback nightclub opening in Uptown this weekend. Why it matters: Longtime bar owner Mike Palladino is betting that a bold, retro concept — and a bit of nostalgia — can help revive Uptown Charlotte's nightlife scene. Driving the news: Retro Bar is soft opening Friday at 200 N. Tryon St., in the space previously occupied by SIP Bar & Cellar, also owned by Palladino. Context: After 13 years running SIP, Palladino is transforming the space into Retro Bar and Retro Cellar, aiming to fill the void left by Roxbury's 2023 closur e and recapture demand for old-school music venues in the city center. Between the lines: Palladino is also the co-owner of Must Be Nice in South End and has several decades of experience hosting parties in Charlotte. The vibe: The two-level venue will feature retro hits from the '70s, '80s and '90s, and a dance floor on both floors. The main floor offers a laid-back lounge with old MTV-style videos and a disco ball; downstairs, Retro Cellar is a darker, mirrored space with dance vibes and pop icons projected through the mirrors. Its bar will feature the classics, plus six specialty cocktails ranging from $16-$20. Palladino hopes the venue will become a pre- and post-show stop for Blumenthal visitors and a staple for those craving throwback nightlife. If you go: Grand opening weekend begins Aug. 22. Be patient and kind to your servers as they get their bearings during the soft opening weekend. This Friday, Aug. 15, it'll open 8pm-2am. On Saturday, Aug. 16, it'll open 5pm-2am. Retro Bar is opening just in time for Sunday's Charlotte Pride Parade, which passes directly in front of the bar. On Sunday, Aug. 17, it'll open 12pm-2am and it'll host a Pride parade afterparty.
Geek Tyrant
3 hours ago
- Geek Tyrant
Teaser Trailer For Apple's Martin Scorsese Docuseries MR. SCORSESE Featuring Great TAXI DRIVER Story — GeekTyrant
Apple TV+ has released a first look teaser trailer from the documentary series Mr. Scorsese , following the career of the prolific director Martin Scorsese. The five-part documentary event comes from acclaimed director Rebecca Miller ( She Came to Me , Personal Velocity ). The Mr. Scorsese team was given exclusive, unrestricted access to Scorsese's private archives and conducted extensive interviews with the filmmaker. It is anchored by conversations with Scorsese, his friends, family and creative collaborators including Robert De Niro, Daniel Day-Lewis, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mick Jagger, Robbie Robertson, Thelma Schoonmaker, Steven Spielberg, Sharon Stone, Jodie Foster, Paul Schrader, Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Jay Cocks and Rodrigo Prieto, along with his children, wife Helen Morris and close childhood friends. The clip below features Spielberg telling a story about Scorsese while he was making the film Taxi Driver , and it's a lot of fun. The series examines how Scorsese's colorful life experiences informed his artistic vision. Starting with his earliest experiences with New York University student films to the present day, the documentary explores the themes that have fascinated Scorsese, including the place of good and evil in the fundamental nature of humankind. Check out the first trailer below, and watch Mr. Scorsese when it debuts on Apple TV+ on October 17th.
USA Today
6 hours ago
- USA Today
Disney, Pixar's 'Elio' landing on digital. Here's when.
The digital release comes two months after the film's theatrical debut. It has a Certified Fresh score, or a score of 75% or higher and five reviews from top critics. Disney fans looking to go on a space adventure with Pixar's "Elio" will be able to do so from home, as the film's digital release nears. Starting Tuesday, Aug. 19, the film will be available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home, Disney announced in a news release. The film will also be released on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on Sept. 9. The digital release comes two months after the film's theatrical debut. As of Tuesday, Aug. 12, the film has an 83% score among critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The film also has a Certified Fresh score, awarded to films with a score of 75% or higher and at least five reviews from top critics. What extras come with 'Elio' digital release? The 98-minute film follows protagonist Elio Solís, a grief-stricken boy whose obsession with aliens and outer space prompts him to reach out to extraterrestrials. Once Elio is beamed up to space, the aliens mistake him for the leader of Earth. The film stars: With the release of 'Elio' comes behind-the-scenes footage of cast and crew, a Q&A with a real-life astronaut and clips of Nicolle Castro, lead story artist, as she shows viewers how she drew some of the film's characters. Disney also included fun facts and Easter Eggs referencing other Pixar films throughout the film. Those needing a laugh or two after watching the film can check out a gag reel and deleted scenes. Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@
