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4 days ago
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TV Academy's Inaugural Televerse Fest Will Include Henry Winkler Acting Class, ‘Bones' Reunion and Hall of Fame Inductions
Master classes taught by Emmy-winning actor Henry Winkler and Emmy-nominated writer/producer Beau Willimon, a 20th anniversary reunion of the cast and creators of Bones and the induction of Winkler, Viola Davis, Ryan Murphy, Conan O'Brien, Mike Post and, posthumously, Don Mischer, into the Television Academy Hall of Fame, will all be part of the programming for the TV Academy's inaugural Televerse Festival. The event, which will take place Aug. 14-16 at JW Marriott at L.A. LIVE, will also include a sneak screening of the upcoming Peacock limited series Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy and a panel featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers' TV broadcasting team. More from The Hollywood Reporter Steve Buscemi Talks Reuniting With Jenna Ortega on 'Wednesday' and Voicing a Pigeon for DirecTV Henry Winkler on the Moment He Knew Robin Williams Was a "Genius" at His 'Happy Days' Audition Henry Winkler and Chrissy Teigen Go K.A.M.P-ing at Hammer Museum Fundraiser Additional programming will be announced soon, the TV Academy indicated in a statement. And more extensive details about the aforementioned programs appear below. Acting Class with Henry Winkler Emmy Award-winning actor and Television Academy Hall of Fame inductee Winkler (Barry, Royal Pains, Happy Days) will host a live acting workshop, delving into the art of performance, building character and connecting with your audience. 20th Anniversary Panel with Creator and Cast Bones creator/showrunner Hart Hanson and stars Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, T.J. Thyne and Tamara Taylor will reunite for the series' 20th anniversary to revisit the hit procedural's 12-season run, which followed renowned forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan (Deschanel), FBI Special Agent Seeley Booth (Boreanaz) and their teams as they investigated and solved crimes. The panel will discuss the show's exploration of science vs. faith, the real-life forensics and anthropologist who inspired the series, the process of crafting the chemistry between the group's ensemble cast, and the show's resonance with fans 20 years later. Breaking Story with Beau Willimon Ready, set, break! Writer/producer Willimon (Andor; House of Cards) takes us inside the writers room with a real-time demonstration of the story-breaking process with participation from a live and UCP will host a sneak-peek screening of the new limited drama series Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy, premiering fall 2025. The series peels back the twisted layers of Gacy's life while weaving in heartrending stories of his victims; exploring the grief, guilt and trauma of their families and friends; and exposing the systemic failures, missed opportunities and societal prejudices that fueled his reign of terror. The screening will be followed by a conversation with creator/showrunner Patrick Macmanus with additional panelists to be announced soon. Game On: Inside the Booth with the Los Angeles Dodgers The LA-based broadcasting team behind the Los Angeles Dodgers will join for a rare inside look into the process of delivering live sports television, from covering record-breaking moments during a 162-game season to making World Series memories that will forever be a part of baseball history. The panel, which will explore how the Dodgers broadcasting team coordinates in real time to create compelling, accurate and seamless coverage, will include Sports Emmy Award-winner and lead play-by-play announcer Joe Davis; former pitcher and current broadcast analyst, who was a three-time All-Star and World Series MVP, Orel Hershiser; sports reporter and correspondent Kirsten Watson; executive producer Mike Levy; and director Ben Dillenberger. FYC Round 2 Panels For the first time, Emmy voters will have access to Television Academy-sanctioned 'For Your Consideration' panels featuring Emmy-nominated shows and performers from key program categories prior to the final round of Emmy voting. Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony To close the inaugural Televerse festival, the Academy will inductsix television legends into the 27th Hall of Fame on the evening of Saturday, Aug. 16. Davis, Mischer, Murphy, O'Brien, Post and Winkler will be honored for their exceptional contributions to the evolution of television. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Televerse Fest Adds TV Academy President's State of Industry Talk, ‘Queer As Folk' 25th Anniverary Reunion and ‘Rainmaker' Premiere
The Television Academy's inaugural Televerse festival, a celebration of TV past and present that will roughly coincide with the start of the final round of Emmys voting, has followed its initial announcement of programming — which included master classes taught by Henry Winkler and Beau Willimon, a 20th anniversary reunion of the cast and creators of Bones and this year's TV Academy Hall of Fame induction ceremony — with an additional slate of programming. The event, which will be open to TV Academy members and non-members, and will run Aug. 14-16 at the JW Marriott at L.A. Live, will now also include a 'State of the Industry' talk with TV Academy president Cris Abrego; a 25th anniversary reunion of the creators and stars of Queer As Folk; the premiere of the USA Network's new series The Rainmaker, adapted from the John Grisham novel; and more. More from The Hollywood Reporter TV Academy's Inaugural Televerse Fest Will Include Henry Winkler Acting Class, 'Bones' Reunion and Hall of Fame Inductions THR's Guide to the 2024 Emmy Nominations: Everything You Need to Know Virtual Production Tech Developers Among Engineering Emmy Recipients A full breakdown of the additional programming can be found below. Premiere Screening and Q&A An advance premiere screening of the third series in AMC's Anne Rice's Immortal Universe, Anne Rice's Talamasca: The Secret Order, which explores the secret society responsible for tracking and containing the witches, vampires, and other creatures scattered around the globe. Following the screening, cast member William Fichtner and writer Anna Fisher will join for a conversation about the series, set to premiere in October, and its connection to Anne Rice's Immortal Universe. The Art of Foley With Sanaa Kelley Emmy Award-winning Foley artist Sanaa Kelley (Shōgun; Only Murders in the Building; Ted Lasso) takes us inside the process of sound design with a live Foley session, using everyday objects to bring the worlds of your favorite shows to life. A Candid Conversation With Cris … *Television Academy Member Exclusive As television evolves in dynamic and unprecedented ways, Television Academy members are invited to join Abrego, Television Academy Chair, for an engaging and enlightening conversation with entertainment executives shaping the future of our industry. Panelists to be announced. An Academy member reception will follow the panel discussion. FYC Presentations For the first time, Emmy voters attending Televerse will have access to Television Academy-sanctioned 'For Your Consideration' panels featuring this year's Emmy nominees in key program categories prior to the final round of Emmy voting. FYC Presentations include program nominees in the following categories: Comedy, Drama, Limited or Anthology Series, and Reality Competition Series. A limited number of seats will be available to the public. 25th Anniversary Reunion Twenty-five years after the premiere of Showtime's groundbreaking series Queer As Folk, creators Daniel Lipman and Ron Cowen and cast members Peter Paige, Gale Harold, Scott Lowell, Sharon Gless, Michelle Clunie and Thea Gill will reunite to share their experiences being part of the series; revisit behind-the-scenes stories from filming; and discuss the profound, lasting impact that Queer as Folk has had on the LGBTQIA stories and representation in the decades since. Premiere Screening and Q&A An advance premiere screening of USA Network's new summer series The Rainmaker from Lionsgate Television and Blumhouse Television. Based on the best-selling novel by John Grisham, The Rainmaker follows Rudy Baylor (Milo Callaghan), fresh out of law school, as he goes head-to-head with courtroom lion Leo Drummond (John Slattery) as well as his law school girlfriend, Sarah (Madison Iseman). Rudy, along with his boss, Bruiser (Lana Parilla), and her disheveled paralegal, Deck (P.J. Byrne), uncover two connected conspiracies surrounding the mysterious death of their client's son. The screening will be followed by a conversation with showrunner/executive producer Michael Seitzman and cast members Milo Callaghan, Lana Parilla, Madison Iseman and P.J. Byrne. Scene by Scene With Tommy Schlamme Emmy Award-winning producer/director Tommy Schlamme (Snowfall; Manhattan; The West Wing) takes us inside the director's POV with a deep dive into iconic scenes from his career — from pre-production to post. What's Next: The Future of Music Supervision Music supervision is a delicate balance between the practical and creative sides of TV — from navigating licensing and budgets to collaborating with showrunners, directors and editors to creating truly memorable moments for viewers that linger long after the credits roll. Acclaimed music supervisors Maggie Phillips (The Handmaid's Tale), Thomas Golubić (Breaking Bad), Janet Lopez (The Gilded Age) and moderator Tracy McKnight (VP, Creative, Film, TV and Visual Media at Broadcast Music Inc.) will provide their insight and perspectives on the current moment in entertainment, how their role and relationships to both the TV and music industries have evolved, the challenges and opportunities presented by ongoing changes in TV production and post-production, and the future of music supervision as they see it. Televerse tickets are on sale at Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise Solve the daily Crossword
Buzz Feed
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
People Are Sharing Interesting Celebrity Encounters And Secrets They Discovered After Being Face-To-Face With Hollywood Stars
Earlier this month, a Redditor asked the community, "People who've been around celebrities for work, what are some behind-the-scenes truths?" And the stories did not disappoint! 1. Pedro Pascal "Ahh, finally my time to shine: My sister has worked on all the seasons of The Mandalorian show so far and is also helping with the movie. Pedro got to befriend her, and ONE DAY, while I'm on the damn toilet in the morning, I get a FaceTime call from her. I answer going, 'Heeeyyyy bitch!' And what do I get in return? A very classy, VERY sweet, 'HEEEEYYYY BIIIITTTCHH!' from fucking PEDRO PASCAL! We talked for 15 mins and he was super fucking nice, man. He complimented my sister, we talked about his time on GoT, and then he peaced out to shoot some scenes." — u/Duvoziir 2. Jamie Lee Curtis "Jamie Lee Curtis asks crew members to wear name tags so she can greet and thank everyone by name." — u/PerspectiveNo1313 3. Henry Winkler "When my wife and I were in New York, we were standing outside waiting for a Broadway show, and Henry Winkler walked by. We waved and said hi, and he stopped and started talking to us. My wife was pregnant with our twins at the time, and we told him he was the first person we were telling, besides our parents, who already knew. He was so genuinely excited for us and stood there and spoke with us for another five minutes before he headed home. We got our picture with him, and then something else happened. About 5-6 weeks later, he was doing TV interviews at local stations. I work at a local TV station, and when I popped into the green room, I said, 'You aren't going to remember this, but a few weeks ago, my wife and I saw you, and she was pregnant...' He stops me and says, 'You're having twins, I remember!' It was one of the most incredible moments I've had with a celebrity, and I've had a few working in this industry." —Anonymous BuzzFeed Community Member 4. Megan Fox Jerod Harris / Getty Images for Uber "Megan Fox always had great breath, like, notably minty fresh, 100% of the time." — u/lmNotaWitchImUrWife 5. Jay-Z "Jay Z has incredibly soft hands, softer than you're than a very soft child. His hands are almost unnervingly soft." — u/Original_Campaign 6. Amanda Joy "AJ" Michalka from Aly & AJ "I once got into an argument with AJ from Aly & AJ. This was in 2017 so some of the details are a bit fuzzy lmfao. Someone who clearly didn't like her gave her a fake dictionary book that was used to store money as a birthday gift. She came into my store begging to return it. I told her she couldn't return it without a receipt, and she said, 'I'll take cash, thanks.' I repeated the policy, thinking maybe she didn't hear me the first time, and that's when she threw a full-on white girl fit. The item cost like $20, yet she was acting like it was draining her bank account. It got so heated that I had to walk out of the room. AJ's old ass boyfriend had to step in to calm her lmfao. She was incredibly rude and condescending. I let my manager deal with her snarky attitude while I was trying to decompress in the backroom. At one point, my manager came to get me because AJ wanted me back on the register just so she could put me in my place. She never got a refund. Instead, we just exchanged the item and gave her another one of those dumb fake dictionary books. I went from fan to hater overnight. 7. Paul Rudd Kyle Rivas / Getty Images "Paul Rudd makes sustained eye contact in a way that makes you feel like you're the only person in the room. But everyone in the room feels that way. The charisma just drips off of this man, it's wild." — u/lmNotaWitchImUrWife 8. Bebe Rexha Dave Benett /for The Gentleman's Journal "I knew Bebe Rexha before she got famous. I really don't have any dirt because she was always super nice to everyone. I was friendly with her at school and let her cheat off me in English. We snuck off a few times and she showed me songs she was writing. She always liked my music. She used to work at the MAC store, and I'll never forget one day she sat behind me in English and just went, 'Your skin is so emollient,' and I was like, 'I don't know what that means, lmao.' But it was a good thing; she was always complimenting other people. I never saw her have a diva moment or anything even close to that. I really have no notes. We weren't besties, but we had a lot of classes together and sat in chorus together. We were both sopranos. Wish she'd throw me a bone, but that's probably selfish and unrealistic. But girl, you cheated off me! Let me cheat off you! I'm just real." — u/parasyte_steve 9. Jesse McCartney Michael Buckner / WWD via Getty Images "Another celebrity I met back in 2017 was Jesse McCartney. He grabbed a few clothing items and politely asked to be let into the fitting room. He was super nice. I helped hang his clothes in the fitting room and closed the door behind him. Then a coworker walked up to me and said, ' Did you see Jesse McCartney? Damn, he got fat. He really let himself go.' I just stood there, frozen, mouthing, ' He's in there!' (Fucking embarrassing!). He definitely heard the entire conversation. I'll never forget the way Jesse came out of that fitting room, his shoulders slumped, and his whole demeanor had shifted. I walked him over to the register. He ended up leaving almost all the clothes behind and just bought a hat and a couple of shirts. Then, when it came time to pay, he pulled out loose bills and coins from his wallet. He looked at me and said quietly, 'I don't have enough,' and started putting items back. I could tell he was going through it financially. I told him, 'Don't worry about it, I'll give you a discount,' and he looked so relieved. It was honestly really sad. I could just tell he was hurting, and that moment stuck with me. Fame comes at you fast. I hope he's doing better." — u/Eventherich 10. Ariana Grande ROBYN BECK / AFP via Getty Images 11. Daniel Radcliffe Bruce Glikas / FilmMagic "Daniel Radcliffe hides at comic cons in full costumes. While he handed me his ID, I thought it was a Spencer's prop. He was dressed in a Spider-Man costume." — u/x65kos 12. Gwyneth Paltrow Ivan Romano / Getty Images "Gwyneth Paltrow brings her food pre-prepared most places in really nice glass containers. She then leaves the containers wherever she ate them and walks away. I had a set of her containers for a while, but I left them at my parents' house." — u/woolfonmynoggin 13. Jason Momoa Samir Hussein / Samir Hussein/WireImage "Met him at a [Comic] Con, in the elevator. I was in a wheelchair and looked up at him. My face must've done something amusing, because he looked down at me and deadpanned, 'I'm not that guy, I'm just a really good cosplayer.' He held it for a minute and then laughed really hard. He was a total sweetheart, and when my floor came up, he insisted on taking me out of the elevator, even though that meant he'd end up on a floor that wasn't his and having to wait for another elevator to come up. I squeaked out a request for a pic, and he happily complied. Nicest guy ever." —Anonymous BuzzFeed Community Member 14. Gisele Bündchen Harold Cunningham / Getty Images for IWC Schaffhausen "I worked in a garden connected to a property that had a ton of McMansions, and Gisele Bündchen had a home there, and her family would stay at it occasionally. I was alone and closing for the day, and suddenly she and her posse and children showed up right at closing time. I knew who she was instantly, but wasn't about to give her special treatment for it lol. So, as I'd do with any other visitor, I went over and kindly greeted them and let them know I'd be closing up in a few minutes. She pushed past the rest of her posse and loudly announced who she was, as if it were the secret password to letting her do whatever she wanted. Her kids then proceeded to go crazy in the chicken coops, breaking eggs and trying to grab chickens. While she had an impromptu social media photoshoot with an onion, she pretended to harvest it. She stayed a while after closing time, but I ended up not minding too much, as it was honestly hilarious to witness. No joke, it was one of the most comical experiences dealing with a 'celeb' I've had.' — u/hands_in_soil 15. Coolio Greg Doherty / Getty Images "Coolio (RIP) let me drink on his tab for knowing the lyrics to 'Gangsta's Paradise.' He told my boss to give me a raise. Also, he was rocking the same hairstyle as the music video, and that was impressive dedication." — u/thin_white_dutchess 16. Lastly, Donald Trump Bloomberg / Bloomberg via Getty Images "My father was a limo driver in the late '80s/early '90s. He drove talent for NBC and CBS. Donald Trump wasn't the insufferable a-hole he is now and offered my father a job chauffeuring his kids around. My father turned it down." — u/Soinclined2think Did any of these surprise you? Or do you have an interesting celebrity encounter that you want to share? Let me know all about it in the comments or in our anonymous Google Form.
The Irish Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Legendary 70s sitcom star unrecognizable after quitting TV to work as a director – can you guess who he is?
THIS iconic 70s sitcom star was at one point part of one of the most beloved ensemble casts of all time. And even after leaving the show, he continued to create worlds that defined generations of teenage audiences as a director. Advertisement 9 The actor wsa seen stepping out to join his wife at a nail salon Credit: BackGrid 9 Anson shot to fame alongside Ron Howard and Henry Winkler in Happy Days Credit: Getty - Contributor 9 Anson kept a low profile as he spent a day running errands Credit: BackGrid But can you guess who this 75-year-old star is as he steps out for a self-care day with his wife? Anson Williams shot to fame as Potsie in Happy Days back in 1974, remaining on the show for a decade as the sweet-but-stupid friend of the cool friendship group, led by Henry Winkler's 'The Fonz' Arthur Fonzarelli. He is one of five stars in the ensemble cast who appeared in all 11 seasons of the long-running show, which was set in the 1950s and followed a family navigating life with their friendship group on hand to help them. Nowadays, rather than Milwaukee – where Happy Days was set – Anson is living a calm life in Ojai, California with his third wife, Sharon MaHarry, who he married in 2023. Advertisement READ MORE UNRECOGNIZABLES He was previously married to actress Lorrie Mahaffey, who had a brief six-episode appearance in Happy Days, but they split after nine years together in 1987. Anson then went on to marry Jackie Gerken in 1988, and they were together for 32 years, having four daughters together named Hannah, Olivia, Gabrielle and Stella. The pair would divorce in 2020, with Anson meeting real estate developer Sharon shortly after and tying the knot three years later. Anson and Sharon were seen stepping out of a nail salon near their home, having had a day of relaxation. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity These days, Anson prefers life behind the camera as a director – though still dusts off his acting chops every now and again. Notably, he has directed episodes of Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and soaps Melrose Place and Beverly Hills 90210. In the early 2000s, he directed 10 episodes of iconic teen comedy Sabrina the Teenage Witch and six episodes of Lizzie McGuire. He even reprised his role of Potsie in an episode of Sabrina, popping up as one of her spells went awry. Advertisement Most recently, Anson directed Secret Life of The American Teenager – a series that launched the career of Shailene Woodley and followed a young teen as she discovers she's pregnant. 9 Happy Days cemented itself as one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time Credit: Alamy 9 The actor was later spotted going shopping for groceries Credit: BackGrid 9 The actor cut a casual figure in a day out in Ojai Credit: BackGrid Advertisement 9 The star is now best known as a director Credit: BackGrid 9 Anson has stepped away from acting in favour of being a director Credit: BackGrid 9 Happy Days ran for 10 years with fans falling in love with the family and friendship group Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary 70s sitcom star unrecognizable after quitting TV to work as a director – can you guess who he is?
The star became a director of beloved TV shows in the 90s and 00s GUESS WHO Legendary 70s sitcom star unrecognizable after quitting TV to work as a director – can you guess who he is? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIS iconic 70s sitcom star was at one point part of one of the most beloved ensemble casts of all time. And even after leaving the show, he continued to create worlds that defined generations of teenage audiences as a director. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 9 The actor wsa seen stepping out to join his wife at a nail salon Credit: BackGrid 9 Anson shot to fame alongside Ron Howard and Henry Winkler in Happy Days Credit: Getty - Contributor 9 Anson kept a low profile as he spent a day running errands Credit: BackGrid But can you guess who this 75-year-old star is as he steps out for a self-care day with his wife? Anson Williams shot to fame as Potsie in Happy Days back in 1974, remaining on the show for a decade as the sweet-but-stupid friend of the cool friendship group, led by Henry Winkler's 'The Fonz' Arthur Fonzarelli. He is one of five stars in the ensemble cast who appeared in all 11 seasons of the long-running show, which was set in the 1950s and followed a family navigating life with their friendship group on hand to help them. Nowadays, rather than Milwaukee – where Happy Days was set – Anson is living a calm life in Ojai, California with his third wife, Sharon MaHarry, who he married in 2023. READ MORE UNRECOGNIZABLES NATURAL BEAUTY 00s movie star is unrecognizable in LA - can you guess who she is? He was previously married to actress Lorrie Mahaffey, who had a brief six-episode appearance in Happy Days, but they split after nine years together in 1987. Anson then went on to marry Jackie Gerken in 1988, and they were together for 32 years, having four daughters together named Hannah, Olivia, Gabrielle and Stella. The pair would divorce in 2020, with Anson meeting real estate developer Sharon shortly after and tying the knot three years later. Anson and Sharon were seen stepping out of a nail salon near their home, having had a day of relaxation. These days, Anson prefers life behind the camera as a director – though still dusts off his acting chops every now and again. Notably, he has directed episodes of Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and soaps Melrose Place and Beverly Hills 90210. In the early 2000s, he directed 10 episodes of iconic teen comedy Sabrina the Teenage Witch and six episodes of Lizzie McGuire. He even reprised his role of Potsie in an episode of Sabrina, popping up as one of her spells went awry. Most recently, Anson directed Secret Life of The American Teenager – a series that launched the career of Shailene Woodley and followed a young teen as she discovers she's pregnant. 9 Happy Days cemented itself as one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time Credit: Alamy 9 The actor was later spotted going shopping for groceries Credit: BackGrid 9 The actor cut a casual figure in a day out in Ojai Credit: BackGrid 9 The star is now best known as a director Credit: BackGrid 9 Anson has stepped away from acting in favour of being a director Credit: BackGrid
