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Yahoo
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ER Reunion on The Pitt? Noah Wyle Would ‘Never Say Never,' But Reveals Why Stunt Casting Is Not Top of Mind
Noah Wyle isn't ruling out an ER reunion on his current medical drama, The Pitt. But in a new interview with Variety, the Emmy nominee reveals why he's not necessarily campaigning for any of his former costars to join him on HBO Max in the immediate future. While he would 'never say never' to acting opposite an old friend, Wyle explains that stunt-casting will never take precedence over the series' mission, which is to offer as realistic a depiction as possible of the greatest challenges facing healthcare workers in modern-day America. More from TVLine The Pitt Season 2 Premiere Date Revealed? Here's Everything We Know So Far The Pitt Season 2: What a 50-Year-Old Novel Might Reveal About Dr. Robby's Storyline And Just Like That: Carrie Rewrites Her Love Story's Final Chapter Ahead of Next Week's Series Finale 'The success of this show has brought to our awareness that there's some really high-profile actors that would love to come on our show, and it's super tempting to want to go after them, but you run the risk of it being a little distracting,' Wyle answers. 'One of the great things about Cathy Sandrich, our casting director, is she brings in these people that you may know that work, but you don't necessarily bring their intended baggage to the role that they're playing for us; you're able to believe them totally in the situation that we're presenting. I feel like that's a model that's worth playing out as long as we can.' Having said that, 'if there's a role that requires somebody that has some real gravitas, that requires bringing somebody that would have a frame of reference, that's really when it's fun to bring those people in.' Thus far, The Pitt Season 2 had added one series regular — Sepideh Moafi (The L Word: Generation Q), who will portray an attending physician in emergency medicine — and five recurring guest stars: Charles Baker (aka Breaking Bad's Skinny Pete), who will play an unhoused patient; Lawrence Robinson (Sistas) as a fellow patient and potential love interest for one of the doctors; Irene Choi (Insatiable) and Lucas Iverson as third- and fourth-year medical students, respectively; and Laëtitia Hollard as a recent nursing school graduate. Meanwhile, Wyle recently reunited with ER castmates Anthony Edwards, George Clooney and Julianna Margulies at the April opening of Clooney's Broadway play, Good Night, and Good Luck. The Pitt Season 2 is set to premiere in January 2026. Would you like to see an reunion take place on ? Or do you think it would distract from the story that the HBO Max medical drama is telling? Leave a comment below. The Pitt Season 2: Everything We Know View List Best of TVLine Yellowjackets' Tawny Cypress Talks Episode 4's Tai/Van Reunion: 'We're All Worried About Taissa' Vampire Diaries Turns 10: How Real-Life Plot Twists Shaped Everything From the Love Triangle to the Final Death Vampire Diaries' Biggest Twists Revisited (and Explained)
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The Pitt' Adds Sepideh Moafi to Season 2 Cast
The Pitt is putting another doctor on shift for its second season. Max's critically acclaimed medical drama has added Sepideh Moafi to its cast for season two, which is in production for an early 2026 premiere. Moafi (The L Word: Generation Q) will be a series regular, playing an attending physician in emergency medicine. More from The Hollywood Reporter In Spain, Warner Exec Explains the HBO Max Rebrand Corporate-TV Branding Has Gotten Out of Control 'The Pitt,' 'Brilliant Minds' Showrunners on The Revival of the Medical Drama: "People Need Hope Now" She is the latest addition to the show's cast; Charles Baker, Irene Choi, Laetitia Holland and Lucas Iverson will also appear in the coming season in recurring roles. The Pitt, which stars ER alum Noah Wyle and follows the staff of a Pittsburgh hospital's emergency department in real time, became a word-of-mouth hit for Max. The series averaged 6.18 million viewers per episode, based on Nielsen's 35-day, cross-platform ratings, making it Max's top original series of the 2024-25 season. The streamer ordered a second season a month after its premiere. John Wells Productions and Warner Bros. TV produce The Pitt. R. Scott Gemmill created the series and executive produces with Wells, Wyle, Michael Hissrich, Erin Jontow of John Wells Productions and Simran Baidwan. Moafi played fan favorite Gigi Ghorbani on Showtime's The L Word: Generation Q. Her credits also include Apple TV's Black Bird, HBO's The Deuce and Hulu's limited series Class of '09. She is repped by Principal Entertainment LA, Gersh, ID, and Schreck Rose. 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
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gianna & Jacqueline Toboni Launch Production Company Mother Media
EXCLUSIVE: Journalist and two-time Emmy-winning documentarian Gianna Toboni and her sister, actress and producer Jacqueline Toboni (The L Word: Generation Q), have announced the launch of Mother Media, a new bi-coastal production company dedicated to producing deeply personal, zeitgeist-defining content across both scripted and unscripted formats. With a slate that ranges from death row documentaries to celebrity biopics, Mother Media aims to explore the human condition through narratives that resonate on both an emotional and cultural level. More from Deadline 'SNL' Cast Unpacks Season 50 Including Miss Eggy, Chloe Fineman's Big Dumb Line, Straight Bowen Yang & Sarah Sherman Nearly Getting "Jacked" Octavia Spencer Returning For Blumhouse's 'Ma' Sequel Russell Simmons Hits HBO With $20M Defamation Suit Over 2020 Documentary Alleging Rape 'Our mission at Mother Media is to tell stories that feel both intensely personal and undeniably relevant,' said Gianna. 'Whether we're inside a prison cell or on a Hollywood set, we want to bring audiences closer to the truth of a person's experience—and by extension, the truth of our time.' Added Jacqueline: 'We've always been drawn to complex characters and stories that challenge the status quo. With Mother Media, we're creating a space where those stories can come to life in honor of our mother, the greatest storyteller we know.' Mother Media's debut project is a documentary titled Just Kids, which will premiere at the Tribeca Festival on Saturday. The film follows three families living in states that have banned gender-affirming care as they navigate the emotional, legal, and political stakes of their situation. As misinformation and fear dominate headlines, the film re-centers the human cost — and resilience— of those most impacted. The doc was just awarded a $25,000 grant from Subject Matter that will help support the filmmakers' impact, outreach, and distribution efforts. Mother Media is currently in production on a celebrity biopic, with several more scripted and unscripted projects in active development. A primary focus going forward will be to leverage unscripted IP for narrative adaptations. Gianna Toboni gained prominence as a senior correspondent and producer for Vice News, where she contributed to over 50 films that aired on platforms like HBO, Showtime, Hulu, and Vice. Her investigative work has taken her to more than 30 countries, including Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria, Mexico, and Saudi Arabia. She was among the first journalists to interview ISIS fighters on the frontlines in Iraq and has reported on issues such as cartel violence in Mexico, political corruption, and the plight of women escaping oppressive regimes. Before joining Vice, she worked as a correspondent for Al Jazeera and as a producer for ABC News. Jacquelin Toboni has been seen starring on shows like Doctor Odyssey, The L Word: Generation Q, Easy, and Grimm, with additional appearances in a number of indies. Mother Media is represented by CAA. Best of Deadline 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 'Stick' Release Guide: When Do New Episodes Come Out? List Of Hollywood & Media Layoffs From Paramount To Warner Bros Discovery To CNN & More
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kehlani Performance at Cornell University Canceled Over Singer's Pro-Palestine Comments
A scheduled performance from Kehlani at Cornell University in New York State has been canceled, with the university's president issuing a statement on behalf of a divided student body. The school confirmed their decision to remove Kehlani was due to her making what were felt to be 'antisemitic, anti-Israel sentiments.' Kehlani was due to perform at Slope Day, an annual Cornell tradition that celebrates the close of the academic year. President Michael I Kotlikoff wrote: 'Unfortunately, although it was not the intention, the selection of Kehlani as this year's headliner has injected division and discord into Slope Day. For that reason, I am rescinding Kehlani's invitation and expect a new lineup for a great 2025 Slope Day to be announced shortly.' More from Variety Kehlani Signs With Wasserman Music for Worldwide Representation (EXCLUSIVE) Kehlani Partners With HeadCount to Encourage Fans to Vote in Upcoming Midterm Elections 'The L Word: Generation Q' Casts Kehlani, Margaret Cho, Joey Lauren Adams, Joanna Cassidy as Season 3 Guest Stars Kotlikoff notes his decision will be 'celebrated by some and criticized by others,' adding, 'I believe it is the right thing to do and the decision I must make to ensure community and safety at this high-profile event that reaches the entire campus.' The decision to remove Kehlani from the lineup was made after Cornell received complaints about Kehlani's 'anti-Israel sentiments' in performances and on social media. Kehlani, an R&B singer, has publicly supported Palestine in her art. She waves Palestinian flags in the music video to her 2024 song 'Next 2 U.' The video also features dancers wearing keffiyehs, and included the phrase, 'Long Live the Intifada,' which has a variety of meanings, but is generally used to refer to rebellion against oppression. On YouTube, the video includes a link to an Al Jazeera article listing names of some 16,800 children it reports Israel has killed since October 2023. Representatives for Kehlani did not immediately return Variety's request for comment. 'While any artist has the right in our country to express hateful views, Slope Day is about uniting our community, not dividing it,' Kotlikoff continues in his statement, which notes he 'spent the last few days talking privately with many students about Slope Day.' The statement closes with Kotlikoff committing to revising the process for 'researching and selecting performers for this important annual event.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Comedian Fortune Feimster and Jacquelyn Smith are splitting up: Here's what we know
In a turn of events that's left fans both shocked and saddened, comedian and actress Fortune Feimster is officially parting ways with her wife, Jacquelyn Smith. The pair had been together since 2016 and married for just over four years. Now, insiders confirm that Feimster is preparing to file for divorce, marking the end of a near-decade-long relationship. Whispers of a breakup turn into confirmation According to reports from TMZ, the couple's split happened recently, though the exact timing remains unclear. Sources close to the comedian say she has only just started opening up about the separation within her inner circle, suggesting the situation is still fresh and emotionally raw. At this time, the reasons behind the breakup have not been made public, and both Feimster and Smith have remained tight-lipped. A private romance that stayed grounded Feimster and Smith's relationship began in 2016, when the comedian met the schoolteacher. Their romance quietly blossomed, leading to an engagement in 2018 and a small, intimate wedding in October 2020. The pair never had children but appeared deeply supportive of one another throughout their years together. Though they mostly stayed out of the spotlight, Feimster often referenced Smith in her comedy, offering fans glimpses into their relationship through humorous stories and heartfelt moments. Still bringing laughter despite personal loss Feimster isn't letting heartbreak slow her down. She's currently touring with her stand-up show Takin' Care of Biscuits, and fans continue to flock to her performances. Her comedy, known for its confessional, real-life tone, often draws from her personal experiences. During a 2023 appearance on The Tonight Show, she quipped: 'My wife, Jax, does not know who anyone is… she only cares about Madonna.' A new chapter for Feimster Though her personal life may be shifting, Feimster remains a force in the comedy world. From The Mindy Project to The L Word: Generation Q, she's known for her warmth, honesty and hilarious storytelling. And while fans will miss seeing glimpses of her life with Smith, they're rooting for her next chapter – onstage and off.
