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Rick Porter / Hollywood Reporter:
Chris Noth Out of CBS' ‘The Equalizer’ — The actor, facing allegations of sexual assault, will be dropped from the Universal-produced drama effective immediately. … “Chris Noth will no longer film additional episodes of The Equalizer, effective immediately,” CBS and Universal Television …
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Andrea Caamano / HELLO!:
Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon break silence on Chris Noth sexual assault allegations … “We are deeply saddened to hear the allegations against Chris Noth,” the Sex and the City actresses wrote in a joint statement shared on their Instagram Stories on Monday night.
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Peter White / Deadline:
Chris Noth Fired From ‘The Equalizer’ After Sexual Assault Allegations — The series regular has been fired from the CBS drama after sexual assault allegations against the actor. — Noth played William Bishop on the Queen Latifah-fronted drama, which is produced by Universal Television in association with CBS Television Studios.
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Elizabeth Wagmeister / Variety:
Britney Spears' Father, Who Was Suspended From Conservatorship, Requests Daughter Pay Legal Fees … Jamie Spears, who was suspended by a judge from his famous daughter's conservatorship, is asking that Britney Spears' estate continue to pay his legal fees. The pop star's attorney is calling the request an “abomination.”
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CBS News:
“Saturday Night Live” creator Lorne Michaels on comedy: “I don't think anything's out of bounds” — The distinct music and the famous phrase ("Live from New York, it's Saturday Night!") have become a weekend anthem for millions. That opening line was originally written by “Saturday Night Live” …
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James Hibberd / Hollywood Reporter:
Lorne Michaels Considering ‘SNL’ Retirement: “A Really Good Time to Leave”
Lorne Michaels Considering ‘SNL’ Retirement: “A Really Good Time to Leave”
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Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts | Official Trailer | HBO Max — Announced last month, Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts invites fans on a magical first-person journey through one of the most beloved film f...
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Kara Warner / People.com:
Harry Styles Is ‘Slowly Getting to Know’ Girlfriend Olivia Wilde's Kids: Source — With the couple getting ready to celebrate their one-year mark, Styles has been gradually spending more time with Wilde's two children — In addition to celebrating the holiday season …
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Simon Perry / People.com:
Queen Elizabeth Makes a Decision on Royal Family Christmas Plans amid COVID Surge — As the Queen, 95, faces her first holiday since Prince Philip's death eight months ago, an Omicron variant-related spike in COVID cases in the U.K. has forced her to reconsider her annual traditions
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Ahad Sanwari / HELLO!:
The Queen cancels plans for Christmas at Sandringham amid COVID fears
The Queen cancels plans for Christmas at Sandringham amid COVID fears
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Lauren Larson / Men's Health:
Jacob Elordi Is Young and Talented and Still Figuring It All Out — The 24-year-old ‘Euphoria’ actor has a hot show, a new film, and a reputation as a Gen-Z sex symbol. His star is on the rise, and he's glad. Kind of. Maybe. — Some guys are method actors. Jacob Elordi is a method lifter.
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Johnni Macke / Us Weekly:
Kelly Clarkson Loses Attempt to Have Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock Evicted From Their Montana Property — Shut down. Kelly Clarkson lost the fight to have ex-husband Brandon Blackstock evicted from their Montana ranch amid their ongoing divorce battle, Us Weekly can confirm.
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YouTube:
EUPHORIA | SEASON 2 OFFICIAL TRAILER | HBO — REMEMBER THIS FEELING.JANUARY 9. HBO MAX. #EUPHORIAZendaya leads an ensemble cast that also includes Maude Apatow, Angus Cloud, Eric Dane, Alexa Demie, Jacob...
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Kyodo News+:
Japanese actress Sayaka Kanda dies after apparent fall at hotel — Japanese actress and singer Sayaka Kanda has died after apparently falling from a height at a hotel in Sapporo, northern Japan, her office said Sunday. — Kanda, known for voicing the lead character Anna in the Japanese dubbed version …
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Alexis Jones / People.com:
Why Michael B. Jordan Is Finally Starring in a Love Story After He ‘Strayed Away’ from Genre — Jordan's new movie chronicles the real-life romance between First Sergeant Charles Monroe King and writer Dana Canedy — If there's anyone suited to tell a love story, you'd think it'd be heartthrob Michael B. Jordan.
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Lindsay Weinberg / E! Online:
Madelyn Cline Spotted Hanging Out With Zack Bia After Split: See the Pics — Madelyn Cline appeared to celebrate her 24th birthday early by enjoying dinner in Santa Monica, Calif., with DJ Zack Bia. See photos of their outing below. — Madelyn Cline is getting the party started!
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Marc Hershberg / Forbes:
‘West Side Story’ Sequel In The Works As Ethnic Groups Reclaim Their Stories — Something's coming. — As Steven Spielberg's remake of West Side Story begins to gather award nominations, Long Wharf Theatre has commissioned a sequel to the beloved Broadway musical.
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We Need To Talk About Cosby (2022) Official Teaser | SHOWTIME Documentary Series — A four-part docuseries directed by W. Kamau Bell, WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT COSBY wrestles with the conversations of the #MeToo movement, focusing on Bill Cosby'...
TMZ.com:
Andy Cohen Finishes Quarantine After Private Covid Battle — ANDY COHEN Done With 10-Day Quarantine ... AFTER 2ND FIGHT WITH COVID-19 — EXCLUSIVE — The cast members of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” weren't the only ones at Bravo fighting COVID, honcho Andy Cohen had the illness as well …
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Meredith Nardino / Us Weekly:
Tom Brady Throws Tablet on the Bench, Yells at Saints Coach After Shutout … Taking one for the team? Tom Brady got heated while playing the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, December 19 — but he denied taking out his frustrations on the opposing team's coach. — Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen: A Timeline of Their Relationship
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Ellie Henman / The Sun:
Strictly Come Dancing bosses invite AJ Odudu and Kai Widdrington back for 2022 series — STRICTLY Come Dancing's AJ Odudu is being lined up for one final spin on the dance floor. — The TV presenter, who quit the final with an ankle injury, could be offered the chance to give a one-off performance …
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Mike Vulpo / E! Online:
Here's What Happens When Ryan Reynolds Gets Mistaken for Ben Affleck — In a new podcast interview, Ryan Reynolds also playfully addressed the confusion between himself and Ryan Gosling. “The difference is easy to spot,” he joked. — Even the biggest superheroes in Hollywood can't avoid a case of mistaken identity.
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Blake Stuerman / Variety:
My Traumatizing Years With Bryan Singer … I turned 18 in March of 2009. Just days after my birthday, my life would change forever. — I was working in New York as an assistant scenic designer when I was introduced to Bryan Singer. Bryan had heard about me through Gary Goddard …
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Jude Ephson / The Sun:
Who is Cody Ko and how tall is he? — Cody Michael Kolodziejzyk, popularly known as Cody Ko, is a famous YouTuber, podcaster, and comedian. — Born in 1990, in Alberta, Canada, Cody's rise to fame was from posting short comedy skits on Vine in 2013, where he created a viral hashtag called #6secondauditions.
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