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The Guardian
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
TV tonight: Liane Moriarty's moreish drama about a web of family secrets
9pm, BBC One Cold glass of Chardonnay and wraparound cashmere cardy at the ready: it's another bingeable Liane Moriarty adaptation about wealthy women and family secrets, executive produced by Nicole Kidman. Sophie (Teresa Palmer) is a journalist who inherits the property of an ex-boyfriend's relative. Off she heads to Scribbly Gum Island, where the mystery reason behind why Connie (Angela Punch McGregor) chose her and not one of the women in her own family slowly unravels. Hollie Richardson 6.50pm, BBC One After an entertaining, politicised trip around the cosmos, the penultimate episode means serious franchise-lore business and a grand effort to tie this year's themes and secrets together. The Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Belinda (Varada Sethu) come home to a changed world. How quickly will they realise the threat they face? Jack Seale 8pm, BBC Two The show is always a blooming pleasure, but it's best enjoyed in this annual highlights show. Monty Don takes a turn round the Grand Pavilion and he's joined by his fellow Gardeners' World presenters Rachel de Thame and Arit Anderson, who stop by to share their favourites. Ellen E Jones 9pm, BBC Two Liza Minnelli has lived a life straight out of a Hollywood script: she tells it herself with vim, candour and delicious wickedness. It starts with her showbiz parents (she cried for eight days when her mother Judy Garland died), then a life-changing meeting with Bob Fosse that led to Cabaret and an Oscar. HR 9pm, Channel 5 His recent BBC interview was just the latest salvo in the war of words between Prince Harry and Buckingham Palace since their uncoupling in 2020. Have they passed the point of no return? A hastily convened crew of royal-watchers speculate. Graeme Virtue 10.10pm, ITV1 Asher Keddie is too good at straddling the fine line between hope and paranoia as she plays Birdie, a fortysomething journalist in a toxic new relationship. We all know she needs to run a mile from skin-crawling Joe (David Wenham) and his grand idea to buy a mansion called Eldorado. But she just wants to believe him so badly. HR Fountain of Youth, out now, Apple TV+ Guy Ritchie channels his inner Indiana Jones – by way of Lara Croft and The Da Vinci Code – in this light-on-its-feet adventure about the hunt for the mythical wrinkle-banishing spring. John Krasinski brings an amiable charm to Luke Purdue, an art thief with a grand plan that involves the reluctant help of his curator sister Charlotte (Natalie Portman) and the deep pockets of the 'embarrassingly' rich but terminally ill Owen Carver (Domhnall Gleeson). There are coded messages in old master paintings, the raising of the Lusitania and, inevitably, ancient Egyptian tombs in their action-heavy global quest, with Krasinski and Portman sharp and funny as the bickering siblings. Simon Wardell Through a Glass Darkly, 6.45am, Sky Cinema Greats A family on holiday on a Swedish island find their lives reaching crisis point in Ingmar Bergman's brilliantly brooding 1961 drama. Gunnar Björnstrand's writer David is reunited with his adolescent son Minus (Lars Passgård), grownup daughter Karin (an exceptional Harriet Andersson) and her husband, Max Von Sydow's Martin. Karen is in remission from a schizophrenic episode, but as her mental state deteriorates again, the quartet's private despairs about love, God and creativity surface in traumatic fashion. SW Men's Test Cricket: England v Zimbabwe, 10.15am, Sky Sports Main Event Day three of the one-off Test match at Trent Bridge. Racing: Haydock Park, 1pm, ITV1 Headlined by the Temple Stakes. Championship Football: Sheffield United v Sunderland, 2pm, Sky Sports Main Event The play-off final at Wembley. Women's Champions League Football: Arsenal v Barcelona, 4pm, TNT Sports 1 The final at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, with WSL golden boot joint winner Alessia Russo the London side's big threat.
News.com.au
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Inside Chrissie Swan's $2.86m dual-residence Hawthorn East home with retro design flair
Media personality Chrissie Swan is hoping to make a stylish exit, listing her uniquely configured Hawthorn East property with $2.6m-$2.86m price hopes. Property documents confirm the former Big Brother runner-up and popular radio host is selling her character-filled dual-residence home known as Garland House, named after legendary entertainer Judy Garland and her daughter Liza Minnelli. The mid-century home sits on 604sq m in the prized Boroondara pocket, and has been cleverly split into two self-contained residences, 'Judy' at the front and 'Liza' at the rear, each with private entries, outdoor areas and undercover parking. Swan, who was catapulted into the spotlight on the 2003 season of Big Brother, finished second to fan favourite and two-time winner Reggie Sorensen. She's since become one of the country's most beloved broadcasters, currently hosting The Chrissie Swan Show on Nova and an accompanying podcast. The property has been listed through Whitefox Classic's Ellie Morish, who said the home had already drawn huge attention thanks to its bold design, flexible layout and celebrity ties. 'Buyers love the timber panelling, the wallpaper Chrissie designed herself, the Technika kitchen suite and the calming garden spaces,' Ms Morish said. 'There's a real sense of joy and personality here.' The front residence features three bedrooms, a large kitchen and living area, bespoke wallpaper and garden views, while the rear two-bedroom wing offers light-filled living spaces, terrazzo detail, and its own secluded courtyard. Across both wings, features include new timber floors, ducted heating, airconditioning, high-end appliances and retro touches, from mosaic tiles to wall art declaring 'Dramatic Exit'. The home is within walking distance of Camberwell Junction, the Rivoli Cinema, trams and several top schools. Ms Morish said the property would suit everyone from multi-generational families and creatives to savvy investors wanting a live-in and lease-out opportunity. 'It's incredibly rare to find this kind of set up in Hawthorn East,' she said. 'And you can feel how much love and soul Chrissie has poured into every inch.' Big Brother, which first brought Swan into the spotlight, is set to return to Channel 10 in late 2025 for its 16th season, with Nova 100's Mel Tracina, known for her entertainment segments on The Cheap Seats, will be stepping into the hosting role. The reboot is rumoured to film in Melbourne. The home will go under the hammer at 11.30am on May 24.
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'You're a Winner, Baby': ‘RuPaul's Drag Race' Crowns Season 17 Champion
[The following story includes spoilers for the season 17 finale of .] RuPaul's Drag Race has crowned its 17th winner, baby. More from The Hollywood Reporter Liza Minnelli Set for 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 17 Finale Tribute Bob the Drag Queen on Writing His First Novel and Avoiding Karla Sofía Gascón at Madonna's Oscar Party 'Bachelor' Showrunners Leaving Franchise Amid "Toxic" Workplace Allegations Onya Nurve took home the title of America's Next Drag Superstar during the season 17 finale Friday night, after arguably dominating the competition with four challenge wins. Onya won the crown over fellow finalists Lexi Love, Sam Star and Jewels Sparkles. Before the newly appointed queen received the title, she put on a fierce lip-sync performance to Lady Gaga's latest hit 'Abracadabra' alongside the season's runner-up, Jewels. Earlier in the episode, the four finalists performed their own original songs, with Onya and Jewels' sets pushing them over the edge and earning them the top two spots in the competition. Crystal Envy was also named the newest Miss Congeniality, a title voted on by the contestants. The finale episode also saw RuPaul Charles present none other than Liza Minelli with the Giving Us Lifetime Achievement honor. The Cabaret star follows in the footsteps of Elvira, who was presented with the honor last year, and Bob Mackie, who received the first Lifetime Achievement award during season 15. Onya acceded the throne following Nymphia Wind's reign as the winner of Drag Race season 16. 'Wear it with pride, obviously, and just have the most fun for your reigning year,' Nymphia said as a piece of advice to the new winner in a Wednesday interview with TheWrap. 'Nothing's going to last forever, so just really be in the moment and just enjoy every second of it and don't take it for granted.' Less than a month after the end of season 17, the show's popular spin-off, RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, will debut its landmark 10th season. Debuting May 9 via Paramount+, All Stars 10 will see 18 queens from the mainstay series return to compete in a 'Tournament of All Stars' to battle for a spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'Yellowstone' and the Sprawling Dutton Family Tree, Explained The Cast of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' Then and Now A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
RuPaul's Drag Race Finale: Did the Right Queen Win Season 17?
It's all come down to this, squirrelfriends. Friday's finale of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 ended with the crowning of America's Next Drag Superstar, following a series of jaw-dropping lip syncs, RuVealing interviews and, of course, an appearance from the gayest of icons — the one and only Liza Minnelli! More from TVLine Drag Race's Top 4 RuVealed: Which Queen Will Win Season 17? And Who Should Win? Liza Minnelli Making Drag Race Debut in Season 17 Grand Finale - First Look Drag Race's Latest Twist Ending Was Predicted by Daya Betty And can we get a little commotion for this year's Miss Congenialty? As voted by her fellow queens, Crystal Envy is this season's winner, following in the footsteps of Sapphira Cristal and Xunami Muse, both of whom were on hand to crown their successor. OK, now for the main competition: Following individual performances from all four finalists — Jewels Sparkles, Lexi Love, Onya Nurve and Sam Star — RuPaul announced that Onya and Jewels would be moving on to the final lip sync, ending Lexi and Sam's individual quests for the crown. And what better song to face off to than 'Abracadabra'?! Lady Gaga's bewitching single provided the perfect level of drama and energy to this epic showdown, with both queens leaving it all on the floor. But only one could be crowned America's Next Drag Superstar, and that queen is… Onya Nurve, who received her crown from last season's winner Nymphia Wind. How are we feeling about Onya as the newest entry into the Drag Race Hall of Fame? Were you hoping another queen would snatch the crown, or is this exactly how you hoped it would turn out? Drop a comment with your thoughts on the Season 17 winner below. Best of TVLine Mrs. Maisel Flash-Forward List: All of Season 5's Futuristic Easter Eggs Yellowjackets Recap: The Morning After Yellowjackets Recap: The First Supper
Los Angeles Times
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
A Liza Minnelli doc and an '80s L.A. slasher for your weekend rotting
Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone just trying to find all that jazz. In this week's edition, we recommend two films that bring the comforts of nostalgia: 'Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story,' a film that spotlights Liza Minnelli's life in the 1970s, and 'Out of the Dark,' a 1988 L.A. slasher that our film critic Amy Nicholson recently rediscovered. Also in Screen Gab No. 176, we help refresh your memory on where 'The Last of Us' left off and 'Yellowjackets' star Sarah Desjardins stops by to unpack her character's mommy issues. Must-read stories you might have missed After a 15-hour shift on 'The Pitt,' Noah Wyle reviews Dr. Robby's day: The star and executive producer of Max's hit medical drama spoke with The Times about the whirlwind first season. Shape-shifting Will Poulter is getting too good to sideline: The London-born actor is distinctive in a flurry of recent work, including the movies 'Warfare' and 'Death of a Unicorn,' plus a new episode of 'Black Mirror.' 'The Conners' are saying goodbye: The cast and producers of the 'Roseanne' spin-off speak about the show's topical storylines. After decades of pushing, stunts will get their own Oscar: The Oscars will finally honor stunt performers with a new award for achievement in stunt design, debuting at the 100th Academy Awards in 2028. Recommendations from the film and TV experts at The Times 'Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story' ( Bruce David Klein's documentary on Liza Minnelli, presented under the umbrella of PBS' 'American Masters' series, will be catnip to (us) fans, but those not already in that club may be persuaded to join. 'Liza,' which dutifully surveys the star's professional and personal life — multiple marriages and miscarriages, stints in rehab — presents Minnelli as more than the sum of her influences, yet very much shaped by her associations with Kay Thompson, Charles Aznavour, Bob Fosse, Fred Ebb and Halston, not to mention the genetic inheritance from parents Judy Garland and Vincente Minnelli. Both enormously successful and somehow — at least in my mind — underrated, Minnelli's stock in trade has been a particular, powerful combination of vulnerability and determination, of seeming like the strange yet compelling kid in the back of the class. The testimony of various friends and lovers and mentors (they all seem to blur together) including Ben Vereen, Michael Feinstein, makeup artist Christina Smith, Ebb and his songwriting partner, John Kander — who wrote the score for 'Cabaret,' Minnelli's breakthrough film, and 'Liza with a Z,' her Emmy-winning television concert — paint a warm, unaffected person you might like to know and who would make you feel she was glad to know you. — Robert Lloyd 'Out of the Dark' (Shudder, Tubi) This 1988 sleazy slasher flick is about a clown-masked serial killer who murders the actresses of a phone-sex hotline in downtown Los Angeles. There's a lot of nudity, saxophones and electric guitars, with corpses dumped from MacArthur Park to Studio City's El Royale Hotel. I can't costume it as a classy noir even with a shot of a spiral staircase swirling into the 3rd Street Tunnel. But director Michael Schroeder delivers all the schlock you want while juicing this pulp into something weirder, like casting 'Harold and Maude's' Bud Cort as a lovelorn accountant and butching up the cult legend Divine into a mustachioed male LAPD detective. If you dig top-tier retro L.A. trash, make this a double feature with 1989's 'Death Spa' (Tubi). — Amy Nicholson Everything you need to know about the film or TV series everyone's talking about After a two-year wait, everyone's favorite fungal zombie apocalypse show is finally back: The second season of 'The Last of Us' premieres Sunday. Created by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, HBO's acclaimed survival drama is set in a world that has been ravaged by the outbreak of a mysterious mutant cordyceps fungus that turns human hosts into horrific, mindless monsters. An adaptation of the hit video game of the same name, the nine-episode first season followed gruff smuggler-turned-surrogate father figure Joel (Pedro Pascal) and his teen charge Ellie (Bella Ramsey) on a cross-country journey to help find a way to save the world. Ellie's immunity to the fungus potentially holds the key to a cure. Check out the handy guide staff writer Tracy Brown, our trusty 'The Last of Us' expert, assembled to help get you up to speed. READ MORE >> 'The Last of Us' Season 2 is arriving soon. Here's a Season 1 recap A weekly chat with actors, writers, directors and more about what they're working on — and what they're watching Like mother, like daughter? It's an all too valid observation with this week's Season 3 finale of 'Yellowjackets' including a stunning revelation about Callie, the moody teenage daughter of Shauna (Melanie Lynskey) played by Sarah Desjardins. No spoilers here. Let's just say Callie's curiosity about her mother's time in the wildnerness has caught up with her. In this week's Guest Spot, Desjardins discussed her character's state of mind, what she's watching and more. — Matt Brennan and Yvonne Villarreal One of the key developments this season is the bond Callie forms with Lottie before her death. At one point, Lottie asks her how she would describe herself without embarrassment, shame or fear, and she deflects. What was the answer going through her head that she wasn't ready to speak yet? I personally think that Callie is feeling lost, confused and scared. Part of that fear is coming from this inner knowing she has that she is a very powerful person. She doesn't know what to do. She doesn't know what that means. I think she's scared of what she's capable of. I think Callie is also lonely. She wants love. She wants to be seen and heard. She knows she is very worthy of both those things, but like anyone would in her environment, she doubts herself. I love her very much. 'Yellowjackets' has become renowned for casting high-profile actors as the adult versions of the Yellowjackets, as well as recurring and guest stars. Who would you be most excited to see join for a Season 4 and why? Can Sarah Snook join us? PLEASE. Need I explain why? She is a powerhouse and endlessly captivating. What have you watched recently that you're recommending to everyone you know? 'The Studio' [AppleTV+]. I am such a sucker for projects about our industry but, also, it is just so incredible. I love the way it's shot, the performances; it's such a fun, hilarious ride every episode. What's your go-to 'comfort watch,' the film or TV show you return to again and again? TV shows I am always going between [are] 'Gilmore Girls' [Netflix], 'The Office' [Peacock] and 'Friends' [Max]. The two films that come to mind are 'Crazy, Stupid, Love' [VOD] and 'It's Complicated' [Starz, VOD]. Truly can't count how many times I've seen either.
