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Daily Record
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe issue emotional tribute amid cancelled show
Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe have both broken their silence on the news Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe have both shared their thoughts on the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The iconic duo, best known for playing Jamie and Claire Fraser in the Starz show, have separately paid tribute to the CBS chat show and political satire series. The show, which has been on screens since 2015, saw CBS' parent company Paramount recently settle a suit with Donald Trump. Taking to Instagram, Heughan, 45, shared a couple of snaps from his appearance on the show opposite Colbert, 61, the Express reports. He wrote: 'Sad to hear about the cancellation of @colbertlateshow. One of the first late night talk shows I was lucky to be invited on, Stephen was welcoming, funny and kind enough to feature my first @sassenachspirits whisky release…. 'You're making a mistake @cbstv Even if he did MIX IT WITH FRESCO!!!?' Meanwhile Irish star Balfe, 45, also shared snaps from her two appearances on the show. She wrote: 'A true gentleman and one of the best interviewers out there. 'I feel very privileged to have sat across from him and very sad that he and The Late Show will no longer be on CBS. 'Thank you Stephen ..! Excited for what comes next for you. @colbertlateshow." Their tribute posts come after Stephen Colbert announced last week that CBS would be axing the show in May 2026. The acclaimed comedian and broadcaster confirmed CBS were not going to be replacing the series. In an emotional statement, he told audiences he'd only just got the news and thanked CBS and the crew for their dedication over the years. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was part of CBS' Late Show franchise, with legendary interviewer David Letterman serving as the programme's former host. The show consisted of comical sketches, celebrity and political interviews and musical performances, as well as an open similar to The Colbert Report, where the presenter would share a satirical look at the top headlines. Along with Heughan and Balfe, The Late Show With Stephen Colbert also welcomed A-listers such as Idris Elba, Joaquin Phoenix and John Cena. Political guests also starred on the show, including Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders, Jeb Bush, Ban Ki-moon and Ted Cruz. Sam and Claire aren't the only stars to have spoken out in light of the cancellation, with the likes of Severance's Adam Scott, fellow late night host Jimmy Kimmel, Jamie Lee Curtis, Ben Stiller, Kerry Washington, also hitting out at the move. In a statement about the cancellation, CBS said the decision was "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night [television]" and "not related in any way to the show's performance, content or other matters'. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was a top performer for CBS in 2024, with an average audience of 2.57million, reported BBC News. The strong ratings left some questioning whether the cancellation was a political move, given Colbert did not hold back at his digs at the Trump administration amid the upcoming Midterm elections. The move also came after CBS' parent company Paramount settled a legal dispute with Trump over a 60 Minutes interview with former Vice-President Kamala Harris. In addition to this, Colbert criticised the Paramount settlement only three days earlier.
Daily Record
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Outlander's Sam Heughan announces exciting new role
Outlander star Sam Heughan has announced his new film project Outlander heartthrob Sam Heughan has shared details about his latest venture following the conclusion of filming for the Starz series' final season, reports the Express. Alongside his upcoming stage appearance in the Royal Shakespeare Company's Macbeth production later this year, where he'll star opposite Lia Williams, the 45 year old Jamie Fraser actor is providing narration for a factual documentary titled Clinging By A Claw. Heughan lends his distinctive voice to the film, which highlights the desperate situation facing Scotland's wildcats - a species teetering on the edge of extinction - and the conservation efforts underway to rescue them. The actor posted the documentary's promotional material to his Instagram Stories. The production showcases stunning cinematography of the Scottish Highlands, where these threatened animals make their home. Previously sharing his enthusiasm on Instagram, he wrote: "Excited to take you on the iconic wildcat's journey back to the Scottish Highlands. "Honoured to narrate this heartwarming feature-length documentary 'Clinging by a Claw', which is being brought you THIS AUTUMN by @SaveOurWildcats and @ScotlandTBP." His Outlander colleague Caitríona Balfe responded with a string of applauding hand emojis to show her support. The documentary's preview features Heughan's voiceover cautioning: "The wild cat is on the brink of extinction in Scotland. This enigmatic animal is clinging on by a claw. "But now, could there be fresh hope for wild cats?" The teaser features a host of wildlife experts, including BBC Springwatch's Iolo Williams, discussing the dire situation facing Scottish wildcats and their potential resurgence in the Cairngorms National Park. It also showcases a team dedicated to constructing habitats aimed at enticing wildcats back to the area for breeding purposes. Outlander: Blood of My Blood fans can get MGM+ free for a week This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £5.99 £0 MGM+ Get MGM+ here Product Description The trailer concludes with an inspiring message from Williams: "Can you imagine walking through here, and you've the possibility, it's a small possibility, but you've got the possibility of bumping into a wildcat? That sends a frisson of electricity down my spine." Produced by Saving Wildcats in collaboration with Scotland: The Big Picture and backed by the European Nature Trust, Clinging By A Claw is set to be screened at various cinemas throughout Scotland. This includes a special showing at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, featuring a Q&A session led by renowned presenter and wildlife aficionado Chris Packham. Clinging By A Claw marks a departure from the intense dramatic roles that Sam Heughan is typically associated with, such as his performances in Outlander, The Couple Next Door, SAS: Red Notice, and Bloodshot. In addition to his acting career, Heughan has entrepreneurial ventures like his Sassenach Spirits drinks line and the fitness initiative My Peak Challenge, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Heughan is set to star in the upcoming survival film Everest, sharing the screen with Ewan McGregor, Mark Strong, and Juno Temple.
CNET
19 hours ago
- Business
- CNET
Cancelling a Subscription? Apple Lets Devs Make You an Offer You (Maybe) Can't Refuse
Got some subscriptions on an Apple device you're looking to cancel? You might be in for an extra step in the near future -- or a deal you decide you can't pass up. I don't about you, but often when I'm trying cancel a subscription (like Starz, when Outlander isn't airing), I often get an offer to stick around for a temporarily discounted price. It can be annoying sometimes, but I'd be lying if I said I've never taken them up on the offer. However you feel about that common customer retention practice, you can expect to see it on your Apple devices in the near future, according to findings from 9to5Mac. Spotted in the company's App Store documentation, developers now have a few options for presenting you with a further message whenever you attempt to end a subscription, including messages encouraging you to consider a different price tier, or a message offering you a promotional discount. At that point in the process, you'll still have the standard "Confirm Cancellation" and "Don't Cancel" options available to you, so no need to worry about further complications to cancellation beyond this extra decision. It comes just after the US Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down the Federal Trade Commission's "Click to Cancel" rule, which sought to make cancelling subscriptions as simple as the push of one button. The rule might make a comeback soon, as the ruling was only because the FTC had not taken the necessary regulatory analysis for a move that would have an impact on the US economy greater than $1 million. Apple did not respond to CNET's request for comment prior to publication.
USA Today
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Miss Ghost and Tommy? What to know so far about 'Power: Origins' spinoff
The "Power Universe" continues to expand. "Power: Origins," the newest installment to the hit crime series on Starz, is officially in development, the premium cable network announced on July 22. The show will be the fourth spinoff of the television franchise, executive produced by Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. It follows the flagship series "Power," created by Courtney Kemp, which concluded in 2020. It starred actor Omari Hardwick as James "Ghost" St. Patrick − a drug dealer turned businessman trying to navigate his criminal enterprise while building a legitimate reputation in New York City. Other extensions, "Power Book II: Ghost," "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" and "Power Book IV: Force" came soon after. "Force" is centered around Ghost's right-hand man Tommy Egan, played by Joseph Sikora, who took off to Chicago for a new start. More: 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan' star Patina Miller discusses season 4, her return as Raq How many episodes will 'Power: Origins' Season 1 have? "Power: Origins" will focus on the beginnings of Ghost and Tommy, or as showrunner Sascha Penn calls them, "the Power Universe's founding fathers." "Ghost and Tommy's backstories have fueled years of constant fascination and speculation among fans, and I'm thrilled to be able to answer some long-held questions and share new layers of the story that viewers won't see coming," Penn, also a writer and executive producer, said in a press release. Starz ordered 18 episodes for the highly anticipated prequel. According to Starz, actor Mekai Curtis, who plays protagonist adolescent Kanan Stark on "Raising Kanan," will return to his role in the spinoff. According to The Hollywood Reporter, young Ghost and Tommy have not been cast yet. "A fun, rambunctious exploration of a new time period in the 'Power' franchise, 'Power: Origins' will highlight the unbridled audacity of young men on the rise, determined to become legends in the game," Starz said. Which 'Power' spinoffs are headed to their final seasons? The third and final season of "Power Book IV: Force" is slated to air in the fall, Starz said. "Very grateful to the people over at Starz for keeping it going and listening to the fans, this army of fans around the world," Sikora previously told USA TODAY. The fourth season of "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" aired earlier in 2025. The conclusion to the show has already been shot and will end with Season 5. An air date has not been announced. "There is still an exceptionally intense and action-packed season left for the viewers to experience, and I assure you that the stakes for Kanan and the entire Thomas family have never been higher," Penn wrote in an Instagram post. Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@
Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix just added this crime drama you (probably) haven't seen — and there's 3 seasons to binge-watch right now
Netflix is giving a Starz crime drama a second shot at finding its audience after it was removed from the streaming service mere weeks after the show ended. As of today (July 23), all three seasons of Rebecca Cutter's gritty crime series "Hightown" are now available to watch on the streamer in the US. The series originally aired on Starz and ran for 25 episodes, spread across three seasons between 2020 and 2024. The finale aired on March 8, 2024... and Starz promptly removed it at the end of that same month. Now that it's on Netflix, I am sure there's a chance that "Hightown" could well have a second life. Trying to decide whether to stream "Hightown" on Netflix? You can find more info about the crime drama below. "Hightown" is a crime drama set in Provincetown, Massachusetts. There, we meet Jackie Quiñones (Monica Raymund), a hard-partying National Marine Fisheries Service Agent struggling with addiction. When she discovers the body of a murdered woman, Jackie's life is upended and she attempts to start working towards sobriety... but grows convinced it's down to her to solve the murder. At odds with Sergeant Ray Abruzzo (James Badge Dale), one of the men investigating organized crime in the region, and the local opioid epidemic. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to Raymund and Dale, the series also stars Riley Voelkel, Shane Harper. Atkins Estimond, Amaury Nolasco, and Dohn Norwood, among others. "Hightown" seems well-suited to become a Netflix hit. Crime dramas usually play well on the streamer (soapy family crime drama "The Waterfront" is a recent successful example), and it comes reasonably well-recommended. At the time of writing, the show's first season holds an 80% approval rating on the review aggregator, Rotten Tomatoes, indicating generally favorable reactions (other seasons do not have a score, at present), and the site's consensus reads: "Monica Raymund's charms rise above any formulaic tendencies in "Hightown's" highly entertaining first season." Reviewing the first season for The Hollywood Reporter, Inkoo Kang called the show "competently crafted, if not particularly memorable," adding: ""Hightown" doesn't ever reach full beach-noir status, but it does grow organically darker and more heartbreaking as the season progresses." Matt Fagerholm, meanwhile, said: "what prevents 'Hightown' from devolving into a drag is the enormous appeal of its leading lady, Raymund, who doesn't shy away from flashing smiles of exhilaration when she finds herself capable of being the hero after all." The Guardian's Lucy Mangan gave the show a 3-star rating, calling it a "slick but sombre" affair, describing the series as having " a solid, formulaic base" but succeeding because it "has such a gift in Raymund as Quiñones", adding: ""Hightown" itself probably won't win any awards – although it does undoubtedly deserve the particular praise reserved for all things that are better than they need to be - but she [Quiñones] should." Some of the audience reactions on the platform are pretty positive, too; I'm seeing plenty of top ratings and praise for both the performances and the writing (though others weren't so taken with the show or some of its content). On balance, though, if you were looking for a new crime drama to occupy your time, then "Hightown" sounds like it could be worth adding to your Netflix watchlist. If you've already seen "Hightown", or it doesn't sound like your kind of show, we can still help you find something new to stream. Check out our round-up of the best Netflix shows for tons more top streaming suggestions. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
