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Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Casting News: Blue Bloods' Len Cariou Joins Kevin Kline Comedy, John Stamos Is Iron Man's Dad and More
Blue Bloods vet Len Cariou has joined the cast of the upcoming MGM+ comedy American Classic, replacing the late Harris Yulin (Frasier). Ordered to series in January, American Classic stars Kevin Kline as Richard Bean, a Broadway star who returns to his hometown, family-run theater in the wake of a public meltdown. There, he discovers that his father Linus (Cariou), the theater's artistic director, has lost a step, leaving Richard's brother (Jon Tenney) and sister-in-law (Laura Linney) to turn the once-respected venue into a low-rent dinner theater. More from TVLine After Colbert Cancellation, Is The Daily Show Next to Go? Here's What Jon Stewart Has Said About His Comedy Central Future Save the Dates: Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2, Tom Brady's Built In Birmingham Docu and More Casting News: Tom Mison Joins Robin Hood, Y&R Vet to Days and More In addition to his nearly 300-episode run as Blue Bloods' Henry Reagan, Cariou's previous TV credits include Damages Season 3, Showtime's Brotherhood and the 2009 HBO movie Into the Storm, for which he earned an Emmy nod playing FDR. In other recent casting news: * Jake Johnson (New Girl) will play ex-husband to Tatiana Maslany (Orphan Black) in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, Apple TV+'s darkly comedic, half-hour thriller about 'a newly divorced mom (Maslany) who falls down a dangerous rabbit hole of blackmail, murder, and youth soccer.' * John Stamos — who voices Tony Stark/Iron Man in Spidey and His Amazing Friends — now will voice Tony's father Howard in the Marvel preschool series Iron Man and his Awesome Friends, premiering Monday, Aug. 11 on Disney Jr. and Disney Chanel. (The first 10 episodes land on Disney+ Tuesday, Aug. 12.) Additionally, ESPN sportscaster Jessica Mendoza will voice batting cage owner Dottie Doubleday; Jackée Harry (227) will play Riri Williams' spunky Granny, who runs a mobile pie truck; Stephen Tobolowsky plays Spencer Q. Sweets, owner of 'the coolest candy shop in town'; Lauren Tom voices Amadeus Cho's mother Helen; and Gary Anthony Williams and Mo Collins are Nuts and Bolts, two of Ultron's hilarious henchbots. Watch a trailer: * Daily Show correspondent Josh Johnson is joining the host rotation, and will first anchor Tuesday-Thursday of this week. Hit the comments with your thoughts on the castings above! Best of TVLine Stars Who Almost Played Other TV Roles — on Grey's Anatomy, NCIS, Lost, Gilmore Girls, Friends and Other Shows TV Stars Almost Cast in Other Roles Fall TV Preview: Who's In? Who's Out? Your Guide to Every Casting Move!
Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Blue Bloods legend lands next TV role alongside Scandal and Ozark stars
Blue Bloods was axed after 14 years on CBS at the end of 2024, much to fans' dismay. A Blue Bloods stalwart has secured his next gig acting alongside the stars from Ozark and Scandal. Len Cariou, who played the patriarch Henry Reagan, father to Frank Reagan (portrayed by Tom Selleck) since the show's inception in 2011, is moving on to new ventures. To the disappointment of Blue Bloods fanatics, the beloved CBS series was axed after a 14-season run last year, sparking curiosity about the cast's future endeavours. While Donnie Wahlberg is set to return as Danny Reagan in the spin-off Boston Blue, his on-screen grandfather Len Cariou has bagged a fresh role. The veteran Blue Bloods actor is slated to appear in MGM+'s forthcoming eight-part comedy series American Classic, which boasts an array of well-known actors. American Classic centres on the "notorious narcissist" Broadway luminary Richard Bean (Kevin Kline), who heads back to his roots following a very public breakdown. His intention is to revisit the family-owned theatre where he first honed his acting chops, but discovers it's no longer under the stewardship of his father and erstwhile artistic director Linus Bean (Cariou). Instead, Richard's sibling Jon (Jon Tenney) and Jon's spouse, also the local mayor (Laura Linney), have transformed the venue into a "low-rent dinner theatre serving roast beef and murder mysteries". Determined to rescue both the town and the theatre, Richard decides to stage an American classic at the dinner theatre, with himself both starring in and directing the production. Cariou is set to play the role of Richard and Jon's father Linus, who is described as an "actor, a puppet maker and the founder of the Millersburg Festival Theater". The Blue Bloods star will be acting alongside A Fish Called Wanda's Kevin Kline, who plays Richard Bean, Scandal's Andrew Nichols actor Jon Tenney, and Laura Linney, known for her roles in Ozark and Love Actually. Interestingly, Cariou wasn't the initial choice for American Classic; he's stepping in as a substitute. The part was initially offered to Emmy nominee Harris Yulin, who sadly passed away on June 10 at the age of 87. While a release date has yet to be confirmed, it's reported that the series is slated to begin production in New Jersey in 2025.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Scarface and Ozark star Harris Yulin passes away at 88
Harris Yulin, the legendary actor best known for playing tough and memorable roles in Scarface, Clear and Present Danger, and Ghostbusters II, has passed away at the age of 88. He died of cardiac arrest on June 12 in New York City. This was confirmed by his manager Sue Leibman. He had more than 140 film and TV credits to his name and was still active before his death. He was supposed to begin work soon on a new MGM+ series called American Classic, which would have reunited him with Ozark star Laura Linney and actor Kevin Kline. From Scarface to Ozark: A long journey in film and TV We're saddened to share the news of the passing of acclaimed actor Harris Yulin, who died June 10 in New York City at the age of Ghostbusters fans, Yulin is remembered for portraying the no-nonsense Judge Stephen Wexler, aka 'The Hammer,' in Ghostbusters his… Born in Los Angeles in 1937, Yulin started acting on stage before moving to the big screen. He became a familiar face in Hollywood and played strong, often shady characters. One of his most famous roles came in 1983 when he played Mel Bernstein, the corrupt cop in Scarface, opposite Al Pacino. Fans also remember his cameo as a judge in Ghostbusters II, and as a corrupt official in Clear and Present Danger. Yulin's talent stretched beyond films. He earned an Emmy nomination in 1996 for a guest role in Frasier. He also appeared in The X-Files, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, 24, Damages, Entourage, and Ozark, where he played the unforgettable Buddy Dieker in Season 1. Director Michael Hoffman paid tribute, calling him 'one of the greatest artists' and saying his energy, humility, and presence shaped every project he touched. Yulin also had a strong stage career, appearing in Broadway and off-Broadway productions like Death of a Salesman and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. He was respected both in front of the camera and on the stage. Harris Yulin is survived by his wife, actress Kristen Lowman. The industry says goodbye to a true icon whose face, voice, and acting talent made every scene better.
USA Today
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Harris Yulin, 'Scarface' and 'Ghostbusters II' actor, dies at 87: 'One of the greatest'
Harris Yulin, 'Scarface' and 'Ghostbusters II' actor, dies at 87: 'One of the greatest' Harris Yulin, the Emmy-nominated actor known for his wide-ranging roles in films such as "Scarface," "Ghostbusters II" and "Clear and Present Danger," has died. He was 87. Yulin died of cardiac arrest on June 10 in New York City, according to a press release shared by the actor's representative Sue Leibman. A memorial service is scheduled to be held at a later date. In the weeks leading up to his death, Yulin was preparing to start production on the Michael Hoffman-directed series "American Classic," which was slated to star Yulin alongside Kevin Kline and Laura Linney. "Harris Yulin was very simply one of the greatest artists I have ever encountered," Hoffman said in a statement. "His marriage of immense technique with an always fresh sense of discovery, gave his work an immediacy and vitality and purity I've experienced nowhere else. "And what he was as an actor, he was as a man, the grace, the humility, the generosity. All of us at'American Classic'have been blessed by our experience with him. He will always remain the beating heart of our show." A native of Los Angeles, Yulin got his showbiz start in the theater community of New York City, appearing in a 1963 production of the James Saunders play "Next Time I'll Sing to You." He made his Broadway debut in the '80s with the Lillian Hellman play "Watch on the Rhine" and went on to perform in other shows such as "The Price," "The Visit" and "Hedda Gabler." In 2004, Yulin starred in a Chicago production of "Finishing the Picture," the final play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Arthur Miller. The actor also directed a number of plays himself, including "The Glass Menagerie," "The Trip to Bountiful" and "This Lime Tree Bower." Yulin made his cinematic debut in 1970 with a starring role in the dark comedy "End of the Road." In the '80s, Yulin stretched his acting chops with roles in the gangster drama "Scarface" and adventure comedy "Ghostbusters II." The actor continued to switch things up in the '90s, appearing in the political thriller "Clear and Present Danger" and slapstick comedy "Bean." Brian Wilson dies: Beach Boys cofounder was 82 Yulin also lent his talents to the TV world with recurring roles in the series "Ozark," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" and "Billions." He received a Primetime Emmy nomination in 1996 for his guest role on the sitcom "Frasier." "Yulin was part of the vanguard of a generation who cared passionately about the craft of acting," a statement from Yulin's death announcement read. "This deep, lifelong dedication led to extraordinary, resonant performances that were a gift to audiences, the actors he worked with, and the art of acting itself." Additionally, Yulin gave back to his fellow actors through teaching stints at The Juilliard School and Columbia University. 10 bingeable memoirs to check out: Celebrities tell all about aging, marriage and Beyoncé Yulin is survived by his wife Kristen Lowman, son-in-law Ted Mineo, nephew Martin Crane, and godchildren Marco and Lara Greenberg.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harris Yulin, prolific stage and screen actor of ‘Ghostbusters II' fame, dead at 87
Actor Harris Yulin, an Emmy-nominated actor who appeared in projects including 'Frasier' and 'Ghostbusters II,' has died. He was 87. The news was confirmed by Yulin's manager Sue Leibman, who said in an email to CNN that he passed away June 10 in New York City from a cardiac arrest. Yulin was a decorated theater actor, playing Hamlet three times off-Broadway and appearing in plays on Broadway including 'Hedda Gabler,' 'The Price' and 'The Visit.' He also taught at NYC's prestigious Juilliard School for eight years. Leibman's email said Yulin was working on new projects with actor and longtime collaborator Stacy Keach up until the time of his death. The actor brought his theatrical stage presence into his film work, appearing in 'Looking for Richard' with Al Pacino in 1996. Yulin is perhaps best known to audiences as the angry judge in 1989's 'Ghostbusters II' who unwittingly causes the supernatural goo to boil over and ghosts to wreak havoc in the courtroom. His other notable film roles included parts in 'Scarface,' 'Clear and Present Danger,' 'Training Day' and 'Multiplicity.' On the small screen, Yulin scored an Emmy nomination for his work on 'Frasier' in 1996. He also appeared on 'Veep,' 'The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,' 'And Just Like That…,' 'Billions' and 'Divorce.' Recently, Yulin had a major arc on the hit Netflix series 'Ozark' opposite Jason Bateman and Laura Linney. In the weeks prior to his death, Yulin was preparing to work on a new TV series costarring Linney along with Kevin Kline titled 'American Classic.' The director of that series, Michael Hoffman, called Yulin 'very simply one of the greatest artists I have ever encountered,' according to a statement provided by Leibman. 'And what he was as an actor, he was as a man, the grace, the humility, the generosity. All of us at 'American Classic' have been blessed by our experience with him,' Hoffman added. Yulin is survived by his wife Kristen Lowman, a son-in-law, a nephew and godchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter, actress Claire Lucido, Leibman said.
