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UPI
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Death Becomes Her' cast members to perform at Tony Awards
1 of 5 | The Tony Awards air Sunday. Photo courtesy of CBS Entertainment June 2 (UPI) -- Cast members from such musicals as Death Becomes Her and Real Women Have Curves will perform during the 78th annual Tony Awards Sunday. Other shows with planned performances at the Tony Awards include Buena Vista Social Club, Dead Outlaw, Floyd Collins, Gypsy, Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical, Pirates! The Penzance Musical, Sunset Blvd. and Just in Time. Hamilton's original Broadway cast members were previously announced to perform in honor of the show's 10-year anniversary, per a press release issued in May. Carleigh Bettiol, Andrew Chappelle, Ariana DeBose, Alysha Deslorieux, Daveed Diggs, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Jonathan Groff, Sydney James Harcourt, Neil Haskell, Sasha Hutchings, Christopher Jackson, Thayne Jasperson, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Stephanie Kelmons, Morgan Marcell, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Javier Munoz, Leslie Odom, Jr., Okieriete Onaodowan, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Jon Rua, Austin Smith, Phillipa Soo, Seth Stewart, Betsy Struxness, Ephraim Sykes and Voltaire Wade-Greene will all take the stage for that performance. Cynthia Erivo, who stars in Wicked, will host the Tonys. The event airs Sunday at 8 p.m. EDT on CBS and also streams for Paramount+ subscribers who have Showtime. Cynthia Erivo turns 38: a look back Cynthia Erivo arrives in the press room after winning a Tony Award at the Tony Awards at the Beacon Theatre on June 12, 2016 in New York City. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
CBS Cancels FBI, Equalizer Shows With 12 Million Viewers
It's cancellation season, and CBS has canceled three fan-favorite shows viewed by more than 12 million people. The CBS shows are The Equalizer, FBI: Most Wanted, and FBI: International. CBS Entertainment and Paramount announced its fall schedule in a May 7, 2025, press release. Those shows weren't on it. 'It's not easy to end shows and we had a lot of options this year,' CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach told reporters on May 7, according to Deadline. According to TVLine, Most Wanted and International "this season both averaged about 6.5 million total viewers (with delayed playback), down just 9% from their previous seasons. Out of the 14 dramas that CBS has aired this TV season, they veritably tie for eighth." As for The Equalizer, the Queen Latifah vehicle "averaged 5.8 million total viewers (with Live+7 playback), down 27% from its Season 4 audience," TVLine reported. The cancellations come on the heels of CBS ending S.W.A.T. in March, according to Variety. 'The schedule is really full and so we always have to look at all of our shows, look at the aggregate information, the creative of where they are in their life cycle, what the finances look like, what the ratings are, and then we make those tough decisions," Reisenbach said of The Equalizer, according to TVLine. Screen Geek noted that the FBI programs, especially, were "fan-favorite" shows. The shows were cancelled even though Reisenbach had touted their strength not that long ago, Deadline reported. The executives expressed excitement over a new show called CIA, according to Deadline. The network won't be lacking for law enforcement dramas despite the cancellations of the FBI shows. It has also announced that Donnie Wahlberg is "reprising his role as NYPD officer Danny Reagan" in the show Boston Blue. CIA "stars Tom Ellis in a new crime drama from Emmy Award-winning executive producer Dick Wolf," the CBS Entertainment press release says. 'We have to be fiscally responsible and ultimately, those deals and the shows just weren't penciling out for us from an economic perspective," Reisenbach said, according to Deadline.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why Two FBI Shows (And The Equalizer) Actually Got Canceled, According To CBS
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. CBS seemingly added more entries than usual to the annual list of canceled and ending TV shows, which means the upcoming TV schedule will look quite different once the fall months arrive. More recently network canceled its two FBI spinoffs, and then followed up by pulling the plug on Queen Latifah's The Equalizer in early May. The decisions have left some fans in arms, and now they've been addressed by one of CBS' head honchos. Speaking at CBS' Fall TV schedule reveal event (via TVLine), the network's President of Entertainment Amy Reisenbach addressed the nature of the business while speaking to the cancellations of FBI: International and FBI: Most Wanted, neither of which cracked the Top 20 primetime shows by way of Live + 35 Day engagement. (Meanwhile, mothership drama FBI was #11.) Namechecking the latest tentatively titled spinoff, which boasts Lucifer's Tom Ellis in the lead role, Reisenbach said: Obviously we love working with Dick [Wolf] and we're so excited to be bringing CIA onto the schedule. have to be fiscally responsible, and ultimately those deals and the shows just weren't penciling out for us for an economic perspective. It's definitely true that network series' cast contracts tend to work more in the actors' favor as the seasons build up, and the sixth season usually marks negotiation time for such deals. As such, it's often when network execs go hardest on weighing the pros and cons of keeping a show on the air. FBI: Most Wanted was indeed at that point, with Season 6 set to wrap up on May 20, while FBI: International was only on for four seasons before the cancellation news. And despite not cracking the delayed-viewing Top 20 for all of TV, the dramas' total viewerships still handily beat out a lot of other primetime offerings, averaging around 6.5 million. Perhaps if both or either had been more of a draw for younger demographics, their fates could have changed. The past month has been rough for The Equalizer fans. First, the previously announced plan for a backdoor spinoff starring Bosch's Titus Welliver and Harlem's Juani Feliz went belly-up. Two days after the ep aired in mid-April, it was reported that CBS would not be moving forward with the follow-up project. Then, just a couple of weeks later, the news broke that The Equalizer wouldn't be moving forward with Season 6, despite Queen Latifah and others reportedly agreeing to take a salary cut to balance any budgetary issues. When addressing that particular decision, Amy Reinsenbach stated: It's never easy to end shows. We had a lot of options this year, and the schedule is really full. So we always have to look at all of our shows, look at the aggregate, the creative, where they are in their life cycle, what the finances look like, what the ratings are…. And we make those tough decisions. In the case of the Sunday night offering, ratings almost definitely played heavily into the cancellation decision, as The Equalizer's average nightly viewership shrank by nearly two million viewers, which isn't so easy to sweep away and feel confident while ordering new seasons. At this point, no plans are seemingly being made to shop The Equalizer or CBS' other canceled shows around to other networks, which is understandable. For now, they can all be streamed in full with a Paramount+ subscription.
USA Today
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
CBS taps 'Yellowstone' star Luke Grimes' Kayce Dutton in new 'Marshals' series
CBS taps 'Yellowstone' star Luke Grimes' Kayce Dutton in new 'Marshals' series Show Caption Hide Caption Kelly Reilly on iconic running wolves scene 'they were real' Stars Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly who play Rip and Beth talk 'Yellowstone' return and that iconic scene running with the wolves. Entertain This! LOS ANGELES – Taylor Sheridan and "Yellowstone" star Luke Grimes are coming to CBS with a new show, "Marshals." CBS Entertainment chief Amy Reisenbach announced the new show May 7 as CBS unveiled plans for the 2025-26 TV season. The new "Yellowstone" spinioff is planned for Sunday nights starting next spring. "Marshals," a tentative title, follows Grimes' character Kayce Dutton. The TV son of John Dutton (Kevin Costner) "puts the Yellowstone ranch behind him and joins up with the marshals using his Navy SEAL skills and cowboy skills to bring justice to the Montana range," Reisenbach said. Few further details were revealed, and it's unclear whether Monica Dutton (Kelsey Asbille) will join her TV husband, who was last seen in December's "Yellowstone" finale on Paramount Network. Fan-favorite couple Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) and Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) are expected to star in their own, still-unannounced spinoff. Addressing a question about Sheridan's penchant for big budgets for his stable of hit shows – which include "Landman," "Lioness," and "1923," – George Cheeks, co-CEO of Paramount Global, said that the budget for "Marshals" will be "in line" with other network shows. The show will air on Paramount+ after premiering on the network. Sheridan's direct involvement in the show is another aspect that is still being worked out. "We're still early in the process," Reisenbach said. "Taylor is a very busy guy; we'll take what we can get." CBS addresses 'unfortunate' cancellation of 'Equalizer' For the first time, the network addressed the May 2 cancellation of "The Equalizer," starring Queen Latifah, after five seasons. Reisenbach called it "a tough decision." "It's never easy to end shows," Reisenbach said, pointing to a "full" schedule which includes new shows also including the Sheridan-produced singing competition "The Road," featuring Blake Shelton. Reisenbach said that "Equalizer" creators were aware of the possibility of the show ending, allowing them to craft a "satisfying" ending for fans in the May 4 finale. Other CBS canceled shows include "FBI: International," "FBI: Most Wanted, "S.W.A.T." and comedy "Poppa's House." Donnie Wahlberg moves to 'Boston Blue' with Sonequa Martin-Green Donnie Wahlberg, who played New York police detective Danny Reagan on "Blue Bloods" for 14 seasons, introduced his new "Boston Blue" spinoff and co-star Sonequa Martin-Green ("Strange New Worlds"). Martin-Green will play Det. Lena Peters, the eldest daughter of a prominent Boston law-enforcement family. "It's been quite a journey for the last 14 years; we had a very special show," said Wahlberg, addressing his New York City tenure on "Blue Bloods," which starred Tom Selleck. Wahlberg declined to give specifics about the show and whether "Blue Bloods" regulars like patriarch Selleck will appear on the series. Ironically, the Dorchester, Mass.-born Wahlberg will have to pretend to hate Boston as his transplanted Reagan family character. "That is going to be tough," he said.
Los Angeles Times
26-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Hollywood can ‘eat people and spit them out.' Morris Chestnut refuses to be one of them
For the record, Morris Chestnut is not a real doctor. He just plays one on TV. To be precise, Chestnut has played multiple physicians in the last several years, scrubbing in as a trauma specialist in 'Nurse Jackie' before moving on to pathology in Fox's 'Rosewood.' The last doctor he played, Barrett Cain in Fox's 'The Resident,' is a standout. Viewers loathed him. Chestnut loved it. 'Cain was more concerned about the money a patient would make for the hospital than the patient's health,' he said with a mischievous laugh. 'Fans loved to hate me. They would approach me and say, 'You're so mean.' I really liked that.' Chestnut is putting his 'bad doctor' days behind him, taking on a new specialty as a compassionate geneticist and internist in CBS' medical drama 'Watson,' a modern reboot of the Sherlock Holmes mythology. He plays Dr. John Watson, Holmes' partner, who becomes the head of an elite rare disorders clinic at a Pittsburgh hospital after Holmes is murdered. Reworking the Watson character means more to Chestnut than just expanding his medical resume. While he has enjoyed a fairly consistent career since his acclaimed debut in 1991's 'Boyz N the Hood,' Chestnut has mostly been featured in ensemble or supporting roles, many of them romantic vehicles showcasing his good looks and athletic build. 'Watson' represents his hoped-for ascension into the ranks of leading man. 'This is a significant milestone for me in a number of ways,' he said. 'I've had lead roles before, but as an actor, I feel I'm hitting my stride in terms of how I approach the work. The opportunity to play this character, and on CBS, is huge. And to play with the Sherlock Holmes mythology is something I never would have imagined.' CBS is putting heavy promotional muscle behind 'Watson.' Before its official premiere Feb. 16, the network is launching the drama on Jan. 26 following the NFL playoffs. 'Given our strong belief in the show, it's only fitting to give 'Watson' a high-profile launch with a powerful lead-in immediately following the AFC Championship football game, which is always one of the most viewed television events of the year, and a proven platform for launching some of our most successful series,' Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment, said in an email. She called Chestnut 'a classic, charming lead star, and his singular take on the iconic doctor is bold, wise and heroic.' The actor maintained that 'Watson' is distinctive from other medical dramas. 'We are not just doctors, we are detectives,' he said. 'When patients come into our clinic, we don't solve the medical mystery right there. We go into their homes, we go into the streets. It's combining the medical aspect of Watson with the influence of Sherlock.' Making his way through a healthy breakfast at a Beverly Hills hotel, Chestnut was enthusiastic as he discussed the series. He looked much the same as he did in the first 'The Best Man' feature in 1999 in which his portrayal of a muscular football star solidified his heartthrob status. He credited his appearance to his aggressively healthy lifestyle: 'It's a blessing from God. I've never made Hollywood my life. It's just a part of my life. It's a tough place — physically and emotionally. I've seen it eat people and spit them out. I go home and chill after work. I don't go to parties. That stuff can take a toll on your soul, body and mind.' Chestnut, who is also an executive producer of 'Watson,' was immediately excited when first presented with the pilot script from showrunner Craig Sweeny. 'It was so strong. Had everything — action, emotion, wit. It left you with a cliffhanger to see where things were going to go. After I met with Craig and learned where he wanted to take the show, I knew I had to sign on.' Yet he also is uncomfortably aware that not everyone is pleased with a Black actor taking on a role that has historically been portrayed by white men. The list of past Watsons include Nigel Bruce, Robert Duvall, Jude Law, John C. Reilly and Martin Freeman. The move has been already met with gripes on social media, mirroring the criticism that greeted the casting of Halle Bailey in the live-action remake of 'The Little Mermaid,' the 'Star Wars' franchise and other beloved properties that have embraced more cultural diversity. 'I'm reluctant to discuss it, particularly in the times we're living in,' said Chestnut, his deep voice registering his disappointment. 'I've seen some negative comments about me playing this character. And I really don't want to focus on that — I just hope people see the character in the mythology for who he is. I don't want to call attention to that.' Still, he acknowledged that his casting would have attracted less attention several years ago, when the Black Lives Matter movement sparked calls for more equity and inclusion in Hollywood. Said Chestnut, 'It would have been much more seamless, 100%. In these times, people like to point to certain things and bring a negative political spin to it. I'm glad that 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Wicked' are wildly successful. In my whole career, I've never made it about things outside of my work. It is frustrating to have to deal with that. Hopefully we are all successful.' 'Watson' is just one of several new doctor dramas checking into prime time this season. NBC's 'Brilliant Minds,' Fox's 'Doc,' Max's 'The Pitt' and ABC's 'Doctor Odyssey' have joined veterans 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Chicago Med.' Assisting Watson in the clinic is a squad of young, accomplished doctors who are also investigating the rare disorders. Complicating his personal life is his lingering affection for his ex-wife, Dr. Mary Morstan (Rochelle Aytes), who is also the hospital's medical director. And Watson is still being targeted by Holmes' nemesis, Moriarty. 'I'm most energized not only by the evolution of my character, but of the other characters,' Chestnut said. 'The audience is really going to feel for them. The show is exciting and emotional.' The series marks the network's second Holmes reboot. 'Elementary,' which starred Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu as the investigative duo, premiered in 2012 and had a solid seven-season run. Sweeny, who was an executive producer on 'Elementary,' said Chestnut was one of the actors he was thinking about when he was writing the pilot for 'Watson': 'It was because of his empathy and intelligence. Everybody in the industry has nothing but glowing words for Morris as a person. He is one of the kindest and most respectful people I've ever worked with, as well as a great leader.' He was also impressed by a few of the actor's previous portrayals of physicians. Said Sweeny: 'In writing a medical show, I'm going to task the actor with swimming in an ocean of medical jargon. It takes a commitment. With this show, we're committed to getting the science right with every medical twist and turn. Correct science has a lot of syllables. Morris is as committed to getting it right on his end as we are in the writing.' 'Playing a doctor is very challenging, and playing a doctor in a one-hour series is even more challenging,' Chestnut said. 'The medical terminology is almost a different language. I have to know what I'm talking about. I can't change the words around like I could in a regular role. The terms and diagnosis have to be accurate and on point. It puts a whole different layer to the performance.' It's a challenge he is grateful to take on, particularly at this point in his creative growth. In 'Boyz N the Hood,' late director John Singleton's landmark debut about young people living amid the dangers of gang life in South Los Angeles, Chestnut played Ricky Baker, a star high school football star who hopes to go to college with a scholarship. Ricky meets a tragic end when he is gunned down by gang members. 'Aside from that film launching my career, it has helped me sustain my career,' he said. 'It's not only a great film, but people were rooting for me. People were emotionally connected to the character, but the staying power while I was doing other projects connected people to me. I can't tell you how many people I talk to today who were not alive when the movie was released.' The other key highlight is 'The Best Man,' Malcolm D. Lee's romantic comedy about a group of college friends who have a joyous but rocky reunion when two of them decide to marry. That film bucked the trend of Black films at the time that focused on turmoil in Black areas, focusing on sophisticated, upscale Black characters. Chestnut was among the cast members who would move on to major stardom, including Taye Diggs, Terrence Howard, Nia Long, Regina Hall and Melissa De Sousa. The cast reunited for a sequel, 2013's 'The Best Man Holiday,' and the 2022 Peacock limited series 'The Best Man: The Final Chapters.' In the franchise, Chestnut played another star football player, Lance Sullivan, who is emotionally distraught in 'The Best Man Holiday' after learning that his wife, Mia (Monica Calhoun), is dying of cancer. Once again, Chestnut said, 'People were on an emotional journey with me. That also helped me sustain a career.' Those films and subsequent projects have positioned him for the spotlight in 'Watson,' he said. 'I am so honored they thought of me for this,' he said. 'I just wanted the industry to recognize me, to see me and say, 'I want that guy.' '
