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Economic Times
36 minutes ago
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Who was Valerie Mahaffey? Northern Exposure Emmy winner dies. Cause of death revealed
Valerie Mahaffey's stage, film and television work included the soap opera 'The Doctors' more than 45 years ago and encompassed roles in the TV series 'Young Sheldon" and 'Desperate Housewives.' Valerie Mahaffey seen at the Los Angeles Industry Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures "Sully" at The DGA Theater on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Images) Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Celebrated actor Valerie Mahaffey , whose stage, film and television work ranged from Shakespeare to the hit 1990s series 'Northern Exposure,' died at age 71 after a battle with cancer, according to a statement released Saturday by her publicist. Mahaffey died Friday in Los Angeles, according to publicist Jillian Roscoe, as per a report.'I have lost the love of my life, and America has lost one of its most endearing actresses. She will be missed," her husband, actor Joseph Kell, said in a statement. Survivors also include their daughter, Alice Richards, AP stage, film and television work included the soap opera 'The Doctors' more than 45 years ago and encompassed roles in the TV series 'Young Sheldon" and 'Desperate Housewives.' She appeared in the movie 'Sully' with Tom Hanks, directed by Clint Eastwood, and played Madame Reynard in 'French Exit' with Michelle won an outstanding supporting actress in a drama series Emmy award for her portrayal of hypochondriac Eve on 'Northern Exposure.' Mahaffey also appeared on television in 'The Powers That Be,' 'Big Sky,' 'Seinfeld,' 'Wings" and 'ER.' Her film credits include 'Jungle 2 Jungle,' 'Senior Trip' and 'Seabiscuit.'As a child, Mahaffey lived in Indonesia, Nigeria, England and Texas.A1. Valerie Mahaffey's stage, film and television work ranged from Shakespeare to the hit 1990s series 'Northern Exposure,' died at age 71 after a battle with cancer.A2. Valerie Mahaffey's stage, film and television work included the soap opera 'The Doctors' more than 45 years ago and encompassed roles in the TV series 'Young Sheldon" and 'Desperate Housewives.' She appeared in the movie 'Sully' with Tom Hanks, directed by Clint Eastwood, and played Madame Reynard in 'French Exit' with Michelle Pfeiffer.
Pink Villa
12 hours ago
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- Pink Villa
Box Office: Final Destination Bloodlines becomes 10th post-COVID horror film to cross USD 100M in US
Final Destination: Bloodlines has achieved a milestone it had long awaited. The sixth installment in the long-running supernatural horror franchise surpassed the USD 100 million mark at the domestic box office on Thursday, becoming only the 10th post-COVID horror film to do so. The movie amassed USD 100.9 million in the US by the end of its second full week in theaters, with a strong USD 1.9 million second Thursday, the biggest second Thursday ever for the Final Destination franchise. That figure marked a respectable 38.8 percent drop from its previous Thursday and far surpassed The Final Destination (2009), which made USD 663K with a steeper 58.8 percent drop. With positive word of mouth and solid weekday holds, Bloodlines continues to outperform expectations and is now eyeing a final domestic run in the USD 125–135 million range. The film is also set to overtake Alien: Romulus (USD 105.3M) to become the ninth-highest-grossing post-COVID horror release in the US and will soon enter the all-time Top 30 horror films domestically. Worldwide, Final Destination: Bloodlines has grossed USD 192.8 million, making it not only the highest-grossing entry in the series but also the best reviewed, receiving generally positive feedback from both fans and critics. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, Bloodlines is based on a story by Jon Watts and features a screenplay by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor. Kaitlyn Santa Juana leads the cast as a college student haunted by visions of an avoided tragedy inherited from her grandmother. As death starts creeping eerily close to her family, she must unravel the mystery behind the premonition to change fate. The cast also includes Teo Briones, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner, Anna Lore, Brec Bassinger, and franchise veteran Tony Todd. Initially slated for a streaming release on HBO Max, Warner Bros. Pictures pivoted to a theatrical rollout following delays caused by the SAG-AFTRA strike. Filming wrapped in Vancouver in May 2024, and the movie greeted audiences in theaters on May 16. Thanks to a compelling narrative, nostalgia appeal, and strong fan reception, Final Destination: Bloodlines has breathed new life into the franchise, letting horror enthusiasts hope for more sequels in the future.
Pink Villa
a day ago
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Box Office: Final Destination Bloodlines scores franchise-best USD 2.1M on 2nd Wednesday, nears USD 100M domestically
Final Destination: Bloodlines is racing toward a significant box office milestone. On its second Wednesday, the R-rated supernatural horror sequel earned a solid USD 2.1 million at the US box office, a franchise record for a second Wednesday. The figure marks a 48.8 percent drop from its opening Wednesday but comfortably beats 2009's The Final Destination, which took in USD 722K on its second Wednesday with a steeper 57 percent drop. With a cumulative domestic total of USD 99.1 million, Bloodlines is poised to cross the coveted USD 100 million within hours. That will make it just the tenth horror film released in the post-COVID era to hit that milestone at the US box office. The weekend should push it even further, past Alien: Romulus (USD 105.3M), making it the ninth-highest-grossing post-pandemic horror film domestically. Additionally, the film is set to enter the all-time top 30 horror earners in the US. Final Destination: Bloodlines is the sixth entry in the long-running horror franchise and is its most successful to date. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, and written by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor, the film introduces a fresh take on the franchise while honoring its legacy. Kaitlyn Santa Juana leads the cast as a college student who inherits haunting premonitions tied to a near disaster from 1968 through her dying grandmother. As death comes seeking her family, a new deadly chain of events unfolds. The film's supporting cast is rounded out by Teo Briones, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner, Anna Lore, Brec Bassinger, and horror veteran Tony Todd. Originally conceived as a streaming property for HBO Max, Warner Bros. Pictures shifted gears and opted for a theatrical rollout, and the move seems to be paying off well. After delays due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strikes, production took place in Vancouver between March and May 2024. Released stateside on May 16, Final Destination: Bloodlines has earned widespread acclaim for both rebooting and continuing the cult franchise with its clever twists, suspenseful sequences, and emotional core. Globally, the film has grossed an impressive USD 190.9 million, making it not only the best-reviewed but also the highest-grossing entry in the series to date. With a projected domestic run of USD 125–135 million, Bloodlines has firmly reestablished Final Destination as one of horror's most bankable franchises, proving that the cheating death trope, only to pay for it later, still has a lot of life left in it.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
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Box Office: Sinners earns USD 1.1M on 6th Wednesday, surpasses Joker and Oppenheimer among R-rated films
Ryan Coogler's supernatural horror film Sinners continues to defy expectations at the US box office, posting a strong USD 1.1 million on its sixth Wednesday. Despite a significant 40.5 percent drop from the previous Wednesday and losing a harsh 886 theaters on Friday, Sinners achieved the second biggest sixth Wednesday ever for an R-rated film. It surpassed major hits like Joker, Oppenheimer, and Deadpool & Wolverine, all of which had made under USD 1 million at the same point in their run. Sinners only trailed behind The Passion of the Christ, which recorded USD 1.3 million on its sixth Wednesday. Sinners also ranks as the third biggest sixth Wednesday for April releases, holding strong alongside heavyweights like Infinity War (USD 1.1M, -26.7 percent) and The Super Mario Bros. Movie (USD 1.1M, -45.5 percent). The film's resilience is notable given the increasing competition and its impending digital release, which has impacted the number of cinemas housing the film. Nevertheless, the horror mega hit has already amassed a domestic cumulative gross of USD 261 million and is expected to reach around USD 280 million in the US, contingent on how the market acts over the weekend. Set in 1932 in the Mississippi Delta, Sinners stars Michael B. Jordan in dual roles as criminal brothers Smoke and Stack, who return to their hometown to start a fresh life but face a haunting evil instead. The ensemble cast includes Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, and Delroy Lindo, contributing to the film's rich and suspenseful narrative. Coogler produced, wrote, and directed the film. He began developing Sinners through his production company Proximity Media in early 2024 before Warner Bros. Pictures snagged the distribution rights after an intense bidding war. Principal photography took place between April and July of the same year. The film's haunting score was composed by longtime Coogler collaborator Ludwig Göransson, who also served as an executive producer. Released stateside on April 18, Sinners has received widespread critical acclaim for its atmospheric storytelling, strong performances, and innovative blend of historical drama, musical evil, and suspense. Globally, the film has grossed an impressive USD 341 million, making it the seventh highest-grossing film of 2025 so far. With Sinners continuing to perform steadily in its sixth week, it has firmly established itself as a major box office phenomenon, proving that well-crafted horror with a compelling narrative can even dominate in a crowded market.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
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Box Office: Final Destination Bloodlines tops M3GAN, Nosferatu as it nears USD 100M domestic milestone
Final Destination: Bloodlines has officially carved its place as one of the highest-grossing horror films in the post-COVID era at the US box office, surpassing notable titles like M3GAN and Nosferatu, which each peaked at USD 95 million. With a domestic cumulative gross of USD 96.9 million, the R-rated supernatural horror sequel is rapidly approaching the coveted USD 100 million mark, expected to be reached by tonight or Friday. Industry insiders are now projecting a final domestic run between USD 125 million and USD 135 million, further solidifying its status as a major hit for the genre. The film experienced a strong Tuesday, earning USD 2.6 million on the discount day, the biggest for any Final Destination sequel's second Tuesday to date. Although this represented a steep 56.8 percent drop from the previous Tuesday's numbers, it still outperformed the 2009 installment, Final Destination 5, which made USD 937K on its second Tuesday with a 57.6 percent drop. This performance indicates sustained audience interest and an effective hold despite the typical midweek dip. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, and penned by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor from a story developed with Jon Watts, Final Destination: Bloodlines is the sixth installment in the iconic franchise that first gripped audiences with its inventive death sequences and tension-filled storytelling in the year 2000. The film follows a college student played by Kaitlyn Santa Juana, who inherits chilling visions from her dying grandmother, warning of an impending fatal event linked to a historic 1968 disaster. Supporting cast members include Teo Briones, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner, Anna Lore, Brec Bassinger, and Tony Todd. Initially developed as a reboot of the franchise, the film underwent several changes in production and ultimately became a continuation. Early announcements in 2020 had also suggested a shift toward a streaming release on HBO Max, but by March 2024, Warner Bros. Pictures confirmed a theatrical launch. Filming faced delays due to the SAG-AFTRA strike but took place up in Vancouver between March and May 2024. Released globally on May 16, Final Destination: Bloodlines has garnered generally positive reviews from critics, a welcome achievement for a franchise known for mixed reception in previous years. Worldwide, the film has grossed an impressive USD 189.5 million, making it both the best-reviewed and highest-grossing entry in the series to date. As Final Destination: Bloodlines nears the USD 100 million milestone domestically, it marks a successful resurgence for the horror franchise and a promising signal for theatrical horror's continued strength in the post-pandemic market.
