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Los Angeles Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Full Comedy Roundtable: Kate Hudson, David Alan Grier, Bridget Everett, Nathan Lane & More
Paul W. Downs ('Hacks') joins Lisa Ann Walter ('Abbott Elementary'), Bridget Everett ('Somebody Somewhere'), David Alan Grier ('St. Denis Medical'), Kate Hudson ('Running Point') and Nathan Lane ('Mid Century Modern') on the L.A. Times Envelope Comedy Roundtable. Presented by The Walt Disney Studios.
Los Angeles Times
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
2025 Emmy predictions: best comedy series
No fewer than 20 shows received votes in this category in Round 1. And in something of a surprise, 'The Studio' landed ahead of reigning champ 'Hacks' in a battle of inside-baseball Hollywood comedies. 'Two brilliant showbiz satires, 'Hacks' and 'The Studio,' will likely be battling it out,' predicts Matt Roush. Trey Mangum says 'Abbott Elementary' is at its best now, but its 'main competition will be 'Hacks,' another show that, seasons in, is delivering some of its best work.' Meanwhile, FX's once-dominant 'The Bear' is on the bubble in our poll — whether as a result of its category placement or its third season's mixed reception. 'We all know 'The Bear' is going to show up here, but let's pretend that voters gave that slot to an actual comedy,' says Kristen Baldwin, trumpeting 'Somebody Somewhere' instead. Glenn Whipp argues instead that the series' most recent run 'dazzled at its best, from the revelatory, impressionistic opener to the beautiful Tina origin story, 'Napkins.' And yes, (chef), it's a comedy.' Praising the comedy field as a much-needed respite from outside events, Lorraine Ali writes, 'Here are the comedies that deserve to be honored because they stopped us from drowning in our own tears: 'Somebody Somewhere,' 'We Are Lady Parts,' 'Mo,' 'Poker Face,' 'Resident Alien' and 'Deli Boys.' ' While Tracy Brown adds, ''Agatha All Along' had me at campy, witchy and queer.' More predictions: Comedy actor | Comedy actress 1. 'The Studio'2. 'Hacks'3. 'Abbott Elementary'4. (tie) 'Poker Face'4. (tie) 'Somebody Somewhere'6. 'Deli Boys'7. 'Only Murders in the Building'8. 'Shrinking'9. 'The Bear'10. 'Agatha All Along'
Epoch Times
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
‘Blue Kentucky Girl': A Loretta Lynn Favorite
Kentucky has long served as inspiration for the musicians who call it home. Its nickname, The Bluegrass State, has also provided an ample amount of wordplay for songwriters. The father of the bluegrass genre, In 1965, country singer Loretta Lynn released her single 'Blue Kentucky Girl,' and it kickstarted a love of creating tunes representing her Bluegrass State roots. In 1970, she debuted what became her signature hit, 'Coal Miner's Daughter.' The autobiographical song was about growing up in the mining town of Van Lear, Kentucky, and being proud of her rural, humble beginnings. (L) Cover of Loretta Lynn's famous 1973 album "Coal Miners Daughter" and a photograph from the back cover of her 1976 album "Somebody Somewhere." Internet Archive. Public Domain Thanks to hits like 'Blue Kentucky Girl' and 'Coal Miner's Daughter,' Lynn's image would become almost synonymous with the homespun aspects of small-town Kentucky culture. 'Blue Kentucky Girl' is just one of many hits available to producers who are developing a Broadway musical honoring Lynn's life and artistic legacy. Named after the singer-songwriter's 1970 No. 1 single and 1980 hit film 'Coal Miner's Daughter,' the musical is currently in production and will feature fresh material as well as plenty of her hit songs. An Example of Virtuous Love During a live performance on a TV show featuring a variety of entertainers, Lynn once remarked that ' Loretta Lynn's childhood home in Butcher Holler, located in Van Lear, Kentucky. Johnnie Laws/Shutterstock 'Blue Kentucky Girl' features Lynn serenading the love of her life, though he's left her to see what the bright 'city lights' have to offer. Lynn's devoted to the 'big old moon' that shines on her rural Kentucky homestead, but she remains faithful to her beloved as she hopes for his return. One verse in particular highlights the virtue found in the values Lynn holds dear in her relationship. She loves her man for who he is, not for the resources he can provide for her. 'Don't wait to bring great riches home to me / I need no diamond rings or fancy pearls / Just bring yourself, you're all I'll ever need / That's good enough for this blue Kentucky Girl' The committed protagonist in the song echoes the same devotion Lynn had to her real-life husband, Oliver ' A Hit Songwriter Keeps His Day Job Though Lynn penned many of her own songs, 'Blue Kentucky Girl' was written by Missouri songwriter Johnny Mullins. Mullins experienced great success writing for country artists. Not only did he get a top 10 country hit with 'Blue Kentucky Girl,' he also penned other popular songs for artists. Those included Lynn's 'Success' and Porter Wagoner's 'Company's Comin'.' Related Stories 6/3/2023 11/17/2022 While Lynn made Mullins's 'Blue Kentucky Girl' a chart contender, years later, country singer Emmylou Harris released her own rendition of the heart-tugging love song. She even garnered a Grammy nomination for it. Details from the front and back of Emmylou Harris's 1979 album "Blue Kentucky Girl." Internet Archive. Public Domain Despite Mullins' success in the country music industry, he remained committed to his day job for 25 years. From 1957 to his retirement in 1982, he was employed as a janitor at a Springfield, Missouri school. During an 'I think definitely it was when he got a letter congratulating him on his Grammy nomination in 1980 for 'Blue Kentucky Girl.' That song has had the most amazing momentum, beginning when Loretta Lynn did the original recording. It has been recorded and performed all over the world. Still to this day, it's a song you just feel, and it connects with so many people.' In 2001, Mullins was inducted into the Missouri Writers Hall of Fame. 'Statement of the American Dream' Sutton Foster, a two-time Tony award winner, is set to play Lynn in the upcoming Broadway production 'Coal Miners Daughter.' The late country artist's daughter, Patsy Lynn, is serving as a consulting producer. Those working on the bio-musical are planning a 2026 Broadway debut. After the announcement of the 'Coal Miner's Daughter' musical, Lynn's family released a What arts and culture topics would you like us to cover? Please email ideas or feedback to
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cole Escola, Lisa Rinna, Paul Feig and More Revealed as ‘King of Drag' Guest Judges in First Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways Newly-minted Tony nominee Cole Escola, Lisa Rinna and 'Another Simple Favor' director Paul Feig are among the guest judges for 'King of Drag.' The bold-faced names were revealed in the show's first trailer, released exclusively to Variety Thursday morning (watch above). More from Variety 'King of Drag,' premiering June 22 on LGBTQ+ streaming platform Revry and presented by e.l.f. cosmetics, is the first-ever drag king reality competition show. Hosted by 'Somebody Somewhere' star Murray Hill, the series follows eight drag kings as the compete for the title King of Drag. The line-up of guest judges also includes Bridget Everett, Layshia Clarendon, Jeff Hiller, Landon Cider, Vico Ortiz, Liv Hewson, Mo B. Dick, Brian Michael Smith, Carmen Carrera, Jackie Beat, Aubrey Shea, Kathleen Hanna, Cameron Esposito and Kylie Sonique Love. ''King of Drag' is one of the most ambitious original programs we've ever developed,' Revry co-founder and chief content officer Christopher J. Rodriguez said Thursday. 'We're going to give the drag competition format a run for its money and give audiences something fresh and original.' The regular judging panel consists of Sasha Velour, Gottmik and Revry co-founder and CEO Damian Pelliccione. 'The groundbreaking new series, exclusively featuring drag king performers, will expansively represent drag while promoting inclusion, authentic self-expression, and diverse gender identities including trans masc, cisgender women, non-binary and more,' reads a press release about the show. Hill previously told Variety, 'I'm so excited to be working with Revry as the host of 'King of Drag.' I started performing in 1995, so it's long overdue for the kings to take center stage. This vibrant community deserves to be in the spotlight, and I'll be their biggest hype man. I can't wait to work with the kings and introduce them to the biggest audience possible, thanks to Revry. That's showbiz.' Best of Variety Sign up for Variety's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Toronto Star
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
How did nine bodies end up in a Mexican morgue? Find out in this new dramedy starring Toronto treasure Eric McCormack
We know it's tough to sort through the content churned out by the 700,000 streaming services, so we're bringing you a curated little list of what to watch right now. Pick of the week Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue Crash-landing in the jungle is one of the worst possible things that could happen, right? Well, it could actually get worse. A lot worse. This series offers up an irresistible premise: what if the crash landing was just the beginning of the nightmare? Because in the aftermath of the disaster, the nine survivors start getting picked off, one by one. But who's doing it? The remaining folks need to figure out who the murderer is and quick — before they're next. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Toronto-born treasure Eric McCormack ('Will & Grace,' 'Travelers') heads the cast, while TV man of the moment Ólafur Darri Ólafsson ('Severance,' 'Somebody Somewhere') also appears as one of the unlucky nine. Stream it Friday on Crave. Also on this week 1. I, Jack Wright A rich patriarch offs himself (or so it seems) and his will has got everyone in a tizzy, given that his most recent wife and two sons were written out. And as the cops dig into the whole sordid affair, it turns out that it might not have been suicide after all. Stream it on BritBox. 2. Black Snow Detective James Cormack (Travis Fimmel) is back for more mysteries, delving into the circumstances behind Zoe Jacobs' disappearance 20 years ago. Stream it on AMC Plus. 3. Étoile Amy Sherman-Palladino is back! The TV queen behind 'Gilmore Girls' and 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' returns with a juicy dramedy about the hijinks that ensue when two famous ballet companies trade stars to help boost ticket sales. Stream it on Prime Video. 4. Morimoto's Sushi Master The Iron Chef puts budding sushi chefs to the test to see who can turn out the most succulent rolls and perfectly plump nigiri. Stream it Friday on the Roku Channel. 5. Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night of Your Life Can't wait for the new 'Ted Lasso' to drop for your Brett Goldstein fix? Tide yourself over with his charming new special that tackles everything from 'Sesame Street' to sex. Stream it Saturday on Crave. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW 6. Chef's Table: Legends In honour of its 10-year anniversary, the popular food series is celebrating the work of four industry-changing chefs, including Alice Waters, José Andrés, Thomas Keller and Jamie Oliver. Stream it Monday on Netflix. 7. Wear Whatever the F You Want Makeover show 'What Not to Wear' was very much of its time, filled with 2000s-era judgment and arbitrary rules about how people 'should' dress (for their age, for their weight and so on). Now, sparky hosts Stacy London and Clinton Kelly return for a more modern, more inclusive makeover show that prioritizes personality and celebrates individuality versus enforcing lockstep conformity. Stream it Tuesday on Prime Video. 8. Making Manson This true-crime miniseries shares never-seen-before footage spanning 20 years of in-depth conversations with the Manson Family ringleader, including discussion of his traumatic childhood. Stream it Tuesday on Crave. 9. Polyfamily As polyamory goes more and more mainstream, it was only a matter of time before poly folks got their very own messy TLC series. 'Polyfamily' showcases the unique challenges of nonmonogamy, including both the joy and the pitfalls of the lifestyle. Episodes follow the family life of a closed quad, i.e. two married couples who live together and date each other, and raise all their children together. Drama includes one quad member wanting to explore relationships outside the household and the potential reveal of one of the children's fathers. Stream it Tuesday on Discovery Plus. 10. Carême 'Summer of 85' beauty Benjamin Voisin plays the man heralded as the world's first celebrity chef, Antonin Carême, in this sumptuous period piece that takes place in 19th-century France. Stream it Wednesday on Apple TV Plus. 11. The Eternaut The snowfall in this series won't just make you cold or wet: it will kill you. A scrappy band of survivors must find a way to evade the flakes — and the menacing alien race that sicced them on Earth. Stream it Wednesday on Netflix.
