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Scott Clifton Shares Health Update on Girlfriend Elle Anderson After Major Surgeries

“It’s a miracle that she was able to come out here today,” Clifton shared with Swooon. Clifton spent a bit of time on the back burner last year, which allowed him to support Anderson in the stages of her recovery, which has involved multiple extensive surgeries.

“They had to put screws all the way up [her back] as they sliced her from the front and the back,” he revealed.

After months and months of recovery, and “finally coming out of the woods, she started to get this hunch in her,” Clifton recalled. “We went back to the doctor[s], and they said, ‘Oh, my God, the screws are coming out,’ so they had to go in again, and this time, they went in from the side. They opened up her ribs, and they put a cage around her, a metal plate.”

The actor added, “She’s like the Bionic Woman [Lindsay Wagner]. Tonight is her first outing.” The actor attempted to convince his girlfriend not to wear heels or even attend the gala, “but she’s so supportive.”

Clifton said that the ordeal has been “challenging,” but he found a helper in his 9-year-old son, Ford. “He adores her,” the three-time Daytime Emmy-winner gushed of the relationship between his son and his girlfriend.

“When I was working [one day], we had a conversation, and I said, ‘Hey, you’re the man of the house,'” Clifton said. “‘You have to take charge.'”

Ford took his responsibilities seriously, providing Anderson with a bell (like the ones found at hotel check-ins when clerks want to summon a bellhop). “He put it by her nightstand so she could ding it [when she needed something], and he would come running,” Clifton revealed. “I’m so proud of him, with him being so nurturing and caring.”

While Liam’s been married many times, Clifton noted that he was at a place in his life where he concluded he’d be a single dad and that he was done with romance. Then, Anderson entered his life.

“We fell in love, and I just knew,” he said with a smile. Not that he needed a nudge towards giving love another chance, but he received one from Ford. “He was pushing me, ‘Hey, you should ask Elle to be your girlfriend,'” the dad remembered fondly.

Clifton had taken a social media break, but he popped back on to promote the BBTV app. “This thing has blown me away,” he raved of the digital platform that’s a must-have for B&B fans. “We’ve needed something like this. It’s so unique to our show.”

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‘Running Point’ Season 2 Trailer Teases Octavia Spencer, Lisa Rinna Guest Spots & More

On Thursday, the streamer debuted the first trailer for Season 2 of the series, featuring returning stars Kate Hudson and Justin Theroux, as well as guest appearances from Octavia Spencer, Lisa Rinna, Nicole Richie, Scott Speedman and co-creator Ike Barinholtz.

In Season 2, premiering April 23 on Netflix, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is determined she’s not just keeping her brother Cam’s (Theroux) seat warm while leading the Los Angeles Waves, following last season’s scandal. Meanwhile, Cam is quietly plotting to reclaim his post, turning every misstep into ammunition.

From creators Elaine Ko, Mindy Kaling, David Stassen and Barinholtz, Running Point also stars Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Brenda Song, Fabrizio Guido, Chet Hanks, Toby Sandeman and Uche Agada.

Other guest stars include Ray Romano, Max Greenfield, Jay Ellis, Roberto Sanchez, Jon Glaser, Scott Evans, Rob Huebel, Marissa Reyes, Blake Anderson, Ken Marino, Tommy Dewey, Richa Moorjani, Aliyah Turner and Jake Picking.

Judith Light Joins Amazon MGM Studios & Point Grey’s Cameron Diaz & Stephen Merchant Rom-Com

Light joins previously announced Jake Lacy, Josh Segarra, Sherry Cola, Myra Lucretia Taylor, Fabrizio Guido, Lisa Gilroy, and Dustin Ybarra in the Amazon MGM Studios film.

The Merchant- and John Butler-written feature follows a workaholic Brit employed at an upscale New York hotel (Merchant) who needs a wife for appearances. He strikes a deal with a struggling stand-up comic (Diaz) who is desperate for health insurance. Their fake marriage starts as a transaction – but ends in a hilariously unexpected romance.

Pic’s producers are Lee Eisenberg, Merchant, who directs, and Point Grey Pictures’ Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, and Josh Fagen. Natalie Sandy will executive produce.

Light’s recent projects include Peter Hedge’s film The Same Storm; Julia for HBO Max; Starz’s Shining Vale; and Searchlight’s The Menu. Additional film credits include The Young Wife and Down Low for FilmNation; Out of My Mind for Disney+; tick, tick…Boom! for Netflix; and Ms. White Light. Series credits include the second season of American Horror Stories; Before for Apple TV+; All’s Fair for Hulu; Impeachment: American Crime Story, Poker Face for Peacock, for which she won the Guest Actress in a Comedy Series Primetime Emmy; and Transparent for Prime Video, for which Light received a Golden Globe nomination and multiple Emmy and Critics Choice nominations. The actress is represented by Gersh and Brillstein.

Where Does the ‘Firefly’ Animated Series Sit in the Timeline?

After a series of cryptic Instagram videos with the cast, an announcement regarding a Firefly animated revival series, featuring a reunion of the original cast, was made in a video shared on March 15. Developed by star Nathan Fillion‘s production banner Collision33 in partnership with 20th Television Animation, the animated show was announced via social media and at Awesome Con, aiming to bridge the timeline between the original 2002 series and the 2005 Serenity film.

“As of this moment, the word is out. We are going to try to bring back Firefly. This time, we’re going to animate it. Crazy or not crazy?” Fillion asks, prompting his old cronies, including Jewel Staite (Kaylee Frye), Gina Torres (Zoe Washburne), Adam Baldwin (Jayne Cobb), Summer Glau (River Tam), Sean Maher (Simon Tam), and Morena Baccarin (Inara Serra), to weigh in with their votes. Alan Tudyk (Hoban “Wash” Washburne) then caps it off by declaring, “It’s crazy, but it just might work!”

With excitement building among both the cast and the fanbase, a few questions remain about the project. For example, when will the show take place? Here is a quick look at what we know so far, where the animated series fits into the Firefly universe, and where we last left the crew.

What would it take to make the new Firefly show happen?

In the video, Fillion says, “To do this, we’d need Joss [Whedon]’s blessing. I got it.” They would also need the rights from 20th Century Fox/Disney. He notes, “They got excited. They said yes,” along with a showrunner. “I’ve got two: Tara Butters, Agent Carter and Dollhouse, and Mark Guggenheim, Arrow,” he says, referring to the married duo who met through Firefly. They would also need a script, “We got it,” and an animation house, ShadowMachine.

“The last piece we need is a home. And for that, we need you,” Fillion says, urging fans to spread the word.

How did Firefly end?

Firefly didn’t really get a proper ending. The series was canceled after just one season, and its final aired episode, “Objects in Space,” ends on a quieter, character-driven note rather than a true resolution.

In the episode, River confronts bounty hunter Jubal Early (Richard Brooks), fully stepping into her abilities as a highly enhanced, somewhat unstable weapon. This gives the Serenity crew a chance to escape.

There’s no big finale, just the sense that their story goes on. The real conclusion came in the 2005 follow-up film, Serenity.

What happened in Serenity?

In the 2005 film Serenity, Captain Malcolm “Mal” Reynolds discovers that the bloodthirsty and feral Reavers are the result of a failed and unethical Alliance experiment on the planet Miranda (with Sarah Paulson appearing in a recorded message as the last surviving scientist).

Determined to expose the Alliance, Mal broadcasts a recovered holographic recording across the galaxy using Mr. Universe’s transmitter, exposing that the Alliance accidentally created the Reavers during a botched attempt to chemically pacify the population.

The once mentally unstable River embraces her abilities as a weapon created by the Alliance, while her older brother Simon remains by her side. Inara Serra rejoins the crew and rekindles her relationship with Mal.

The most heartbreaking moment comes with the loss of Hoban “Wash” Washburne, who is killed when a Reaver spear pierces the ship and strikes him in the chest during a battle. His partner Zoe is devastated, but stays with the crew.

So, where will the Firefly animated series sit in this timeline?

Alan Tudyk is all in on the reunion, meaning Wash will be part of the crew once again, despite catching a pesky case of death. That means the animated effort has to be a prequel to the film, taking place after the events of the TV show when the crew is assembled.

This was confirmed when Tudyk told Deadline that the show will take place during the “Wash Is Still Alive Time.”

“You can’t bring back Firefly without bringing back all of Firefly. We toyed with the idea of spending some time in the show after the events of Serenity, and I honestly have no interest. I think Serenity was our wonderful farewell to what was an incredible opportunity. Had we only had one more chance to do something, that was it, and it was beautiful. I can’t compete with that. But what I can do is go back in time, bring the gang back together, and give people what they want, which is more Firefly,” explained Fillion. “After Serenity, it’s not the same. I didn’t want to do this without my buddy Alan. And you know that’s a reason why animation is key, because Ron Glass is no longer with us. I like to think, in my heart of hearts, that this is something that he would have wanted.”

Will everyone return for the animated series?

As of right now, it looks like the core group of the Serenity is on board for the possible animated series, with one sad exception. Actor Ron Glass, who played Shepherd Book in the original series, passed away in 2017. But Fillion says that Shepherd will return if the series does.

“Absolutely, that’s the plan. Yeah, we’re bringing back Shepherd Book for certain. Ron Glass, unfortunately, is not available,” Fillion told Deadline. “Ron once joked that he didn’t get a part when they were looking for a Ron Glass-type, and here we are again. We’re looking for a Ron Glass-type, and it’s not going to be Ron Glass.”

‘One Life to Live’ Hunks Have Epic St. Patrick’s Day Reunion

‘One Life to Live’ Fan Favorites Have Reunion

Easton used Instagram to give soap fans a treat. The “General Hospital” alum posed with his former co-stars at a bar to have some St. Patrick’s Day fun.

In the photo were Easton’s “One Life to Live” co-stars Josh Kelly (Cutter), Trevor St. John (Todd/Victor), David Fumero (Cristian), and Mark Lawson (Brody). The guys have remained friends since the ABC soap ended over 14 years ago.

“Happy Saint Patrick’s Day from the lads in the bar. @davidfumero @trevorstj @justjokingjk @themarkmlawson #saintpatricksday?? #irish #friends,” read Easton’s caption on the Instagram post.

The photo caught the attention of Easton’s former “General Hospital” co-star and Kelly’s current co-star, Finola Hughes (Anna) who wrote, “Sláinte” which is an Irish and Scottish Gaelic word that means “”to your health.”

Easton replied to his former on-screen love to say, “@finolafilona Slàinte Finn,” referring to his character’s name on “General Hospital.”

One Life to Live Fans Freak Out Over Alums Reunion

Fans were thrilled to see the St. John, Easton, Fumero, Lawson, and Kelly together again, and they let them know it in the comments on the social media post.

“OMG!!!!!!! What talent in this photo!!!!!!!!! Makes me miss OLTL even more than I already do! Love you all!!!!!!” shared one fan. Another fan chimed in to add, “Well, this put a smile on my face. Cheers, boys!.”

A different fan expressed, “I’m so glad to see all those handsome faces together. Happy St. Patrick’s day.” “Slainte The stories you all must have shared, cheers” gushed a fan.

“ONTL and best buddies reunion. There are no words for how much I love this!,” declared one fan. Another fan stated, “Wow!! These were my favorite guys from OLTL. Happy St Patrick’s Day Guess it was so much FUN hanging out together., what a great Reunion.”

More fan comments included, “Awww!! All the OLTL homies! Cheers!” “My OLTL heart!!!” and “What a group Happy St Patrick’s Day!!” Several fans left heart and smiley-face emojis after seeing this “One Life to Live” reunion.

The guys sure did make a lot of fans happy with their St. Patrick’s Day celebration..

‘Presumed Innocent’ Season 2 Casts Judith Light

Light will appear alongside previously announced season lead Rachel Brosnahan as well as cast members Matthew Rhys, Courtney B. Vance, Fiona Shaw, Jack Reynor, John Magaro, Michael Hsu Rosen Lesley-Ann Brandt and Ji-young Yoo. Exact character details for Light are being kept under wraps.

As previously announced, Season 2 of “Presumed Innocent” is based on the book “Dissection of a Murder” by Jo Murray. The book is due to be published in May, thus an exact logline for the show has yet to be released. But the description of the novel states, “When Leila Reynolds (Brosnahan) is handed her first murder case, she’s shocked at how high-profile it is: the murder of a well-respected, well-known judge. This shouldn’t be the kind of case she’s leading; it’s way beyond her expertise. But the defendant, Jack Millman, is clear. He wants her, and only her.”

Light is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation. She is a five-time Emmy nominee, winning the award for outstanding guest actress in a comedy in 2023 for “Poker Face.” She was nominated twice for her work on Amazon’s “Transparent” and also for her roles in “Ugly Betty” and “The Assassination Of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story.” Other TV credits include “All’s Fair,” “Julia,” “The Politician,” and “Law & Order: SVU.” Light is a highly accomplished stage actress to boot, having received back to back Tony Awards in 2012 and 2013 for “Other Desert Cities” and “The Assembled Parties.”

She is repped by Gersh, Brillstein, and PMK Entertainment.

David E. Kelley developed “Presumed Innocent” for television and serves as executive producer and showrunner under his David E. Kelley Productions (DEKP) banner. J.J. Abrams and Rachel Rusch Rich executive produce for Bad Robot Productions. Matthew Tinker of DEKP also executive produces. Jake Gyllenhaal, who starred in Season 1, will executive produce via Nine Stories. Dee Johnson and Dustin Thomason also serves as executive producer along with Brosnahan. Scott Turow, the author of “Presumed Innocent,” is a co-executive producer, as is Murray. Warner Bros. Television is the studio.

“Presumed Innocent” Season 1 debuted to critical and popular acclaim when it launched in June 2024. The first season received four Emmy nominations — best lead actor in a limited or anthology series (Gyllenhaal), best supporting actor in a limited or anthology series (Bill Camp & Peter Sarsgaard), and best supporting actress in a limited or anthology series (Ruth Negga).

Nathan Fillion Says ‘Firefly’ Animated Series In Development With Co-Stars Set To Reprise Roles; Concept Art Revealed

Nathan Fillion has just revealed at Awesome Con that an animated Firefly series is in advanced development based on the beloved cult sci-fi franchise—and Deadline has the details.

Fillion spoke on a panel at the Washington, D.C. event and live taping of his “Once We Were Spacemen” podcast alongside co-stars Alan Tudyk, Gina Torres, Jewel Staite, Morena Baccarin, Sean Maher, and Summer Glau, all of whom are expected to reprise their roles. Adam Baldwin, who played Jayne Cobb, will also lend his voice to the project.

The animated reboot is being developed through Fillion’s production banner Collision33 in partnership with 20th Television Animation, which controls the underlying rights to the franchise.

Married writing-producing team Marc Guggenheim (DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, Arrow) and Tara Butters (Agent Carter, Reaper) are attached to serve as showrunners, and a script has been completed. Joss Whedon, who created the original series, is not involved in the animated project.

The proposed series is set in the timeline between the original 2002 television run and its 2005 feature film continuation, Serenity, expanding the universe while preserving continuity with the established lore. Early concept art has been developed in collaboration with the Oscar and Emmy-award-winning animation studio ShadowMachine, which can be found below. The fully assembled package is expected to be taken out to buyers shortly.

“The dedication of Firefly fans has kept this 25-year-old show relevant. Clearly, the return of Firefly is something the fans want. More importantly, it’s something they deserve,” Fillion tells Deadline.

The announcement culminates a week-long viral social media campaign teasing that news was on the horizon, causing speculation about what Fillion, who played Malcolm “Mal” Reynolds in the TV show and film, was up to. The videos’ millions of views have brought Firefly back to the forefront of trending topics.

It also follows yesterday’s confirmation that the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot would not be picked up to series at Hulu. The original series was also created by Whedon.

Originally produced by 20th Century Fox Television and created by Whedon, Firefly aired for a single season before developing a long afterlife through DVD sales, streaming platforms, and its theatrical continuation in Serenity. It followed a renegade crew aboard the transport ship Serenity, living on the fringes of society in the year 2517. The late Ron Glass also starred on the series and the film as Shepherd Derrial Book.

Through their love of Firefly, Fillion and Tudyk were inspired to launch their “Once We Were Spacemen” podcast in November, and has become a popular title on various platforms. Across 18 episodes so far, “Once We Were Spacemen” features Fillion and Tudyk catching up with former cast members, other notable creatives, and each other. The title is a nod to their time as spacemen on Firefly and Serenity.

Fillion launched Collision33 in 2024 with manager and producing partner Michelle Chapman, securing a first-look deal at Lionsgate. Development executive Josh Levy later joined the company and has since overseen its expanding slate. Among the company’s current projects, Fillion and Chapman serve as executive producers on ABC’s hit The Rookie, in which Fillion also stars, as well as its upcoming spinoff, The Rookie: North, now in production. The company has also partnered with Dark Horse Comics to develop a new original comic series titled “Witness Point.”

In addition to his work on The Rookie, Fillion recently appeared as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern in Warner Bros.’ Superman and will reprise the role in HBO’s upcoming series Lanterns. The multihyphenate is also popularly known for playing the lead Richard Castle in ABC’s Castle. Fillion is repped by CAA and Jackoway Austen Tyerman.

‘Malcom in the Middle’ Revival Trailer: Frankie Muniz Returns 20 Years After Show Ended for More Family Hijinks

The four-episode limited series, officially titled “Malcom in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair,” will feature the return of nearly all of the original show’s main cast members. The revival stars Frankie Muniz as Malcolm, Jane Kaczmarek as his mother Lois, Bryan Cranston as his father Hal, Chris Masterson as his eldest brother Francis, Justin Berfield as his older brother Reese and Emy Coligado as Francis’ wife Piama.

As previously announced, Caleb Ellsworth-Clark is taking over the role of Dewey, Malcolm’s younger brother who was played by Erik Per Sullivan in the original show. New cast members include Keeley Karsten as Malcolm’s daughter Leah, Kiana Madeira as his girlfriend Tristan, and Vaughan Murrae as Kelly, Hal and Lois’ youngest child who was revealed with Lois’ pregnancy in the series finale.

According to the logline for the new show, “After shielding himself and his daughter from his family for over a decade, Malcolm is dragged back into their orbit when Hal and Lois demand his presence at their 40th anniversary party.”

The original creator, Linwood Boomer, returns as writer and executive producer of the new iteration of the series. Cranston, Tracy Katsky of KatCo, Gail Berman and New Regency’s Arnon Milchan, Yariv Milchan and Natalie Lehmann are also executive producers.

Ken Kwapis directs all four episodes and executive produces. Jimmy Simons and Laura Delahaye are co-executive producers. The series hails from Disney Branded Television and is produced by 20th Television.

The revival was officially announced in December 2024. “Malcolm in the Middle” originally aired on Fox for seven seasons and 151 episodes from 2000 to 2006, racking up 33 Emmy nominations over the course of its run, ultimately winning seven of the statuettes.

The entire “Malcolm in the Middle” series currently streams on Hulu and on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers.

Watch the trailer here: Video.

Tommy Lee Jones Joins Ethan Hawke’s ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2

He’ll star opposite Ethan Hawke in the Western-noir from “Reservation Dogs” creator Sterlin Harjo. The season, which also stars series newcomer Betty Gilpin, begins production this spring in Tulsa, Okla.

The show follows citizen journalist and self-proclaimed “truthstorian” Lee Raybon, whose exposé about the powerful Washberg family flings him into the center of a local conspiracy. When the publication of his article is followed by the suspicious suicide of Dale Washberg, Lee follows a trail of breadcrumbs to find out the truth.

“The Lowdown” Season 1 starred Keith David and featured guest stars Kyle MacLachlan, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Tim Blake Nelson, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Michael “Killer Mike” Render, Kaniehtiio Horn, Tracy Letts, Peter Dinklage and Graham Greene.

The series is executive produced by Harjo, Garrett Basch, Hawke, Ryan Hawke, Duffy Boudreau and Scott Teems. It’s produced by FX Productions with all episodes currently available to stream on Hulu.

Jones is an Oscar winning actor for playing U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard in the 1993 film “The Fugitive.” He also received Academy Award nominations for his portrayal of Clay Shaw in Oliver Stone’s “JFK,” as well as “Lincoln” and “In the Valley of Elah.” He made his feature film debut in “Love Story” and is also revered for his role in the Coen brothers’ “No Country for Old Men.” Jones’ credits also include “Batman Forever,” “Rules of Engagement,” the “Men in Black” movies, “Ad Astra,” “Jason Bourne” and the recent courtroom drama “The Burial” alongside Jamie Foxx.

Jones is represented by CAA, Viewpoint and Jacobson, Russell, Saltz, Nassim & De La Torre.

Blair Underwood Joins ‘Doc’ For Season 3 Of Fox Drama

Underwood is succeeding another big name, Felicity Huffman, who joined Doc for a year-long arc in Season 2. His deal also is believed to be for one season. Underwood will play Dr. Ben Grant, a world-class trauma and cardiothoracic surgeon with an ego that somehow outpaces even his resume. A once-in-a-generation talent with the swagger to match, he doesn’t just save lives — he owns the OR. Impossibly magnetic and even more confident, he’s never not been the smartest person in the room… until he meets Dr. Amy Larsen (Molly Parker). Almost instantly, their approaches clash, egos collide, and sparks fly like Westside has never seen. Together, their brilliance is unmatched —as long as they can survive each other.

Inspired by a true story and based on the Italian format, Doc follows the hard-charging, brilliant physician Dr. Amy Larsen (Parker) as she rebuilds her life after a car crash erased eight years of her memory.

Omar Metwally, Amirah Vann, Jon Ecker, Anya Banerjee, Patrick Walker and Charlotte Fountain-Jardim also star, joined in Season 2 by Huffman. Scott Wolf has been recurring.

Season 2, whose next episode airs tonight, is executive produced by co-showrunners Barbie Kligman and Hank Steinberg as well as Erwin Stoff, Russell Fine, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Carol Barbee and David Foster.

Underwood currently stars in Youngblood, a reimagining of the 1980s hockey film starring Rob Lowe. He co-starred in RZA’s upcoming indie One Spoon of Chocolate, which premiered last year at Tribeca and recently completed production on the upcoming Netflix romance Don’t Ever Wonder opposite Larenz Tate and Nia Long. Underwood, who also directed, produced and stars in the upcoming independent psychological thriller Viral, is repped CAA, Thruline, Felker Toczek Suddleson Abramson McGinnis Ryan.

Melissa Fumero Cast Opposite Matthew Gray Gubler In CBS Series ‘Einstein’

Fumero will play Teri, a Detective Inspector for the New Jersey State Police. Sharp and disciplined, Teri demands a lot from her colleagues and even more from herself, and feels conflicted about working with Professor Einstein.

Rosa Salazar was originally cast in the role. As Deadline reported in May, the actress approached the network and CBS Studios, which produces Einstein, after CBS’ decision to delay the series until the 2026-27 season, with a request not to pick up her option. (Einstein had been originally picked up to series for 2025-26 last week.) Salazar’s request has been granted, with the two sides parting ways by mutual agreement.

Einstein follows Lewis Einstein (Gubler), the brilliant but directionless great-grandson of Albert Einstein. He spends his days as a comfortably tenured professor until his bad-boy antics land him in trouble with the law, and he is pressed into service helping a local police detective (Fumero) solve her most puzzling cases.

Lewis is a popular professor at Princeton … when he actually shows up for class. Irreverent and misguided, his genius and famous name weigh heavily on him, but using his gift to help solve homicides may — finally — offer his life some direction and purpose.

Andy Breckman, Randy Zisk, Michael Rauch, Tariq Jalil, Rose Hughes, Rodrigo Herrera Ibarguengoytia and Laura Beetz executive produce Einstein. Gubler also serves as a producer. CBS Studios is the studio.

Fumero is a SAG-nominated actor and director best known for playing Detective Amy Santiago in the Fox/NBC series Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Most recently, she played Birdie, a bougie new gardener caught up in a murder mystery in NBC’s Gross Pointe Garden Society. She began her career with a recurring role as Adriana Cramer on ABC’s One Life to Live, and was featured in more than 200 episodes. Additional TV credits include Netflix’s Blockbuster, NBC’s Good Girls, Netflix’s One Day at a Time and ABC’s The Mentalist.

She will star in the upcoming thriller Red Dirt, a family revenge story currently in pre-production that follows two brothers who are reunited after years apart when their family is murdered. Fumero is repped by UTA and Corner Booth Entertainment.

Casper Van Dien and Bastiano Ferrari Join Dove Cameron in Romantic Thriller ‘Love Me Dead’

Starring Dove Cameron (“Descendants”) and RJ Mitte (“Breaking Bad”), “Love Me Dead” follows a young mortician named Isaac (Mitte), who feels more comfortable with the dead than with the living. An official synopsis reads, “His quiet world is shaken when he becomes infatuated with Cassi (Cameron), a magnetic waitress who draws him into a passionate relationship that quickly turns dangerous. As love spirals into obsession and bodies begin to pile up, Isaac is forced to confront how far he’s willing to go for connection and whether love can survive when it’s rooted in destruction.”

Van Dien and Ferrari are set to play detectives investigating the bloody spree.

“Love Me Dead” is written and directed by Webber, who is producing under his Webber Films banner alongside Ferrari and his Ferrari Films. The film is also produced by Mailene Carmona, Robert Robinson, Stacy Ferrari and Susan Prinz. Executive producers include Latif Abid, Mo Punjani, Mario Azevedo and Hans Gerst.

Van Dien is known for his role as Johnny Rico in the sci-fi action film “Starship Troopers.” His other credits include “Sleepy Hollow,” “Tarzan and the Lost City,” “Chasing Destiny” and “Modern Vampires.”

Ferrari has made guest appearances on the television series “The Bay” and “The Secret That Binds Us.” He also worked on the 2023 rom-com “Holiday Twist,” starring Kelly Stables, Neal McDonough and Sean Astin.

Van Dien is repped by Jeff Goldberg Management. Ferrari is repped by Buchwald.

Kerry Washington, Zinzi Coogler, Chase Infiniti and LaTanya Richardson Jackson Named Essence Black Women in Hollywood Honorees

The 2026 class includes Chase Infiniti, Kerry Washington, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Zinzi Coogler.

Infiniti is being recognized for her breakout turn in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” and rising profile as an emerging Hollywood voice. Washington, an Emmy winner, is being honored for her work as an actor, producer and director throughout her career. Likewise, Richardson Jackson, a Tony and NAACP Image Award nominee, is being celebrated for her decades of contributions across stage and screen, as well as her civic engagement. Coogler, the Oscar-nominated producer of “Sinners” and founder of Proximity Media, is being celebrated for building critically and culturally acclaimed projects.

The ceremony — themed “Off Script” to reflect how Black women are changing the narrative in Hollywood by expanding beyond traditional roles and exerting increased creative control and long-term ownership across the industry — will take place on March 12 at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles.

The program will also feature a Luminary Spotlight celebrating the women of “Sinners,” including cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, production designer Hannah Beachler, costume designer Ruth E. Carter, hair designer Shunika Terry-Jennings and actors Wunmi Mosaku and Jayme Lawson alongside Coogler. The segment recognizes the team’s collective achievement following “Sinners” becoming the most-nominated film in Oscars history.

The pre-show will stream on Essence’s official YouTube channel, featuring red-carpet coverage, celebrity interviews and the presentation of both the Essie’s Choice Award and the inaugural Creators’ Award.

Whatever Happened to ‘One Life to Live’ Star Catherine Hickland?

How did Catherine Hickland begin her career?

Hickland was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1956 and acting was not her first career goal. After graduating from Fort Lauderdale High School, she briefly attended Florida Atlantic University before leaving to work as a flight attendant for National Airlines. A television commercial for the airline sparked her interest in performing, and she soon headed to Los Angeles to study acting.

Her television career began in 1978 with guest appearances on shows like Vega$ and Eight Is Enough. By 1980, she had landed her first major daytime role as Dr. Courtney Marshall on the soap Texas. More soap operas followed, including parts on Capitol, Loving and The City. Viewers also spotted her on popular prime-time series such as CHiPs, Airwolf, Law & Order and Law & Order: Criminal Intent.

While engaged to actor David Hasselhoff, she appeared on his hit series Knight Rider as Stephanie “Stevie” Mason, the love interest of Hasselhoff’s character Michael Knight. Off-screen, the couple married in 1984, though they divorced five years later.

In 1995, Hickland reached a major career milestone when she stepped onto a Broadway stage to play Fantine in Les Misérables. That same year, she performed with the National Symphony of Lyon in France and later released a music CD titled Sincerely Broadway, showing off her love for classic show tunes. Then came the role that defined her career. In 1998, Hickland joined the cast of One Life to Live as attorney Lindsay Rappaport. She remained with the show until 2008 and returned for appearances in 2009 and again in 2012 as the long-running series came to an end.

In 2001, she launched Cat Cosmetics, her own line of makeup and beauty products. The company grew steadily, and Hickland became a respected businesswoman in the cosmetics industry.

Writing became another creative outlet. She also wrote a beauty column for Soap Opera Digest, sharing professional tips with readers. In 2008, she published her first book, The 30 Day Heartbreak Cure, a practical guide to getting over a breakup. Six years later, she co-wrote a second book, Cat & Fern’s Excellent God Adventure, a collection of daily inspirational reflections.

Where is Catherine Hickland today?

Perhaps the most unexpected chapter of all began in 2008 when Hickland trained to become a professional hypnotist and she continues to work with clients to help change their lives for the better. She now performs a show that is a mix of mind reading and comedy. Hickland has experienced her share of changes in her personal life as well. After brief early marriages, she wed All My Children actor Michael E. Knight in 1992. The couple divorced in 2006. In 2012, she married producer Todd Fisher, the brother of actress Carrie Fisher. The two now divide their time between homes in Las Vegas and California.

‘One Mile’ Trailer: Ryan Phillippe Stars In Two-Parter Survival Thriller From Republic Pictures & Kapital Entertainment

One Mile was written by John Hlavin based on an idea by Kaplan’s daughter, Jaiden Kaplan, with rewrites by TJ Brady and Rasheed Newson who worked on Kapital’s Showtime series The Chi. In the film, when an estranged father (Phillippe) and daughter (Hoeferle) go off for college tours, they get more than they bargained for when they get lost and stumble across a hostile, off-the-grid community.

Per the official synopsis: An ex-special forces operative (Phillippe) goes off-the-grid when his daughter (Hoeferle) is kidnapped by a violent community. Alone and outnumbered, he’s forced to use every skill he has to track them down, take them apart, and bring his daughter home.

“These guys don’t know it yet, but they messed with the wrong dad,” Phillippe’s Danny says at one point in the trailer.

Cast also includes C. Thomas Howell, Richard Harmon, Sara Canning and Sage Linder.

Jaiden Kaplan came up with the idea for One Mile while she and her dad were on a college tour in the Northeast in 2019 and were driving on a particularly desolate highway surrounded by woods on one side and half-frozen lakes on the other. Jaiden Kaplan served as a producer on the film.

One Mile is directed and produced by Adam Davidson. Phillippe and Davidson produce alongside Jaiden Kaplan. Aaron Kaplan and Michael Lohmann produce for Kapital.

One Mile: Chapter One and One Mile: Chapter Two both will be released on digital platforms on Feb. 20.

Check out the trailer above.

‘General Hospital’: Michael Easton & Jophielle Love Reunite at Red Carpet Event

On February 3, Easton (Dr. Hamilton Finn) and Love (Violet Finn) posed for photos at the Los Angeles premiere of Luc Besson‘s Dracula: A Love Tale at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California.

“The vampires were out in Hollywood last night at the premier of Luc Besson’s Dracula, and I got to walk the red carpet with the coolest of them all, the amazing @jophiellelove,” Easton captioned his update. “The movie is visually stunning and features powerful performances by @caleblandryjones Jones, @christophwaltz_ , @____zoe_bleu_arquette____ and our incredibly talented friend @raphael_luce.”

He concluded, “The night was extra special for me as I got to take my beautiful daughter Lilah Bell (her favorite movie is Interview With a Vampire, so I’m in her good graces for the time being).”

In the comments, General Hospital reacted to the unexpected Finn/Violet reunion. One Instagram user declared, “Finn and Violet together again.”

Another follower shared, “Miss you and Jophielle, but how great it is you’ve stayed connected ??.”

Someone else commented, “Miss you guys on GH!!!” as a second echoed, “Oh, this is so precious! I love seeing you two together again!.”

A different Instagram user declared, “That’s amazing ?? Warms my heart to see you and both your daughters together.”

Meanwhile, yet another fan wrote, “Aww, so lucky to have taken both your girls out. We miss you on GH. Glad to see you’re doing well.”

Easton left General Hospital in June 2024, ending a 10-year run on the soap opera as his character left town to enter rehab. Meanwhile, Love played Violet from 2019 until her departure in October 2024.

Anika Noni Rose Joins Broadway’s ‘The Balusters’ As Renée Elise Goldsberry Exits Over Scheduling Conflict

The switch comes as previews are set to begin Tuesday, March 31, with an opening night on Tuesday, April 21, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

The announcement was made today by producer Manhattan Theatre Club. Kenny Leon directs the previously announced cast that also includes Marylouise Burke, Kayli Carter, Ricardo Chavira, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Margaret Colin, Michael Esper, Maria-Christina Oliveras, Richard Thomas and Jeena Yi.

In addition to Caroline, or Change, Rose’s other stage credits include Uncle Vanya and A Raisin in the Sun. Other credits include film Dreamgirls and TV’s Maid. She voiced Princess Tiana in Disney’s The Princess and The Frog, featuring the first African American Disney Princess. She also stars as Afia in the Disney movie Mufasa: The Lion King, and as Squeal of Fortune in Zootopia 2. She most recently was seen on the small screen in Let The Right One In.

The Balusters synopsis: “The Vernon Point Neighborhood Association is a passionate bunch, whether squabbling over historically inaccurate porch railings or debating trash can protocol. Still, no one is prepared for the neighbor-versus-neighbor battle royale that ensues when a newcomer to the board suggests the unthinkable: installing a stop sign on the corner of the enclave’s prettiest block.”

Rose is repped by Innovative, David Williams Management, GoodManagement and Schreck Rose Dapello.

Laurence Fishburne Joins Scarlett Johansson in ‘The Exorcist’

An Oscar nominee and Emmy and Tony Award winner, Fisburne boards the franchise reboot with a previously announced ensemble led by Johansson, Jacobi Jupe (“Hamnet”), Diane Lane and Chiwetel Ejiofor.

While Fishburne’s role is under wraps, Variety previously reported the film will tell an all-new story and is not a sequel to 2023’s “The Exorcist: Believer.” The project will shoot in New York City and is set for a wide theatrical release in March 2027 from Universal Pictures.

Blumhouse-Atomic Monster and Morgan Creek Entertainment will produce the film with Flanagan, who is writing and directing via his Red Room Pictures. Alexandra Magistro will also executive produce for Red Room. David Robinson produces for Morgan Creek while Jason Blum and Ryan Turek serve as producer and executive producer, respectively, for Blumhouse-Atomic Monster.

Fishburne is perhaps best known for his iconic character Morpheus in “The Matrix” franchise. A multi-hyphenate with more than five decades in show business, he made his film debut at 15 in “Apocalypse Now.” He is the recipient of a Tony for August Wilson’s “Two Trains Running,” multiple Emmys (including for “#FreeRayshawn”), an Academy Award nomination for “What’s Love Got to Do with It” and seven NAACP Image Awards. His filmography includes “Boyz n the Hood,” “The Color Purple,” “Mystic River,” “Deep Cover” and “King of New York.”

In 2000, Fishburne co-founded Cinema Gypsy Productions with producing partner Helen Sugland. Their work includes “black-ish,” its spinoffs and the Emmy-winning animated series “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.” Fishburne is represented by CAA, Landmark Artists Management, PMK Entertainment, and Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb & Dang.

Theo Rossi, Mario Van Peebles & Derek Wilson Sink Teeth Into WeBros’ Vampire Island Thriller ‘Young Blood’

The trio join previously announced Myles Truitt, Madison Wolfe, Marley Aliah, Genneya Walton, Alex Aiono and Mitchell Hoog in the WeBros Entertainment production.

Young Blood follows three college best friends who travel to Key Largo for what promises to be the best spring break ever … until they end up stranded on a deserted island being hunted by starved, bloodthirsty vampires. Rossi, Van Peebles and Wilson will play the vampire godfathers in the genre pic.

EPs on Young Blood are Matt Luber, Kelly Pendygraft and Brian Gottlieb. Celina and Sergio Borges Torrealba Carpi and Arvin Scott are also EPs. WeBros Entertainment’s Michael Weiss, Andy Weiss and Gregg Barbagallo are producing. Babacar Diene of Paradigm Agency is handling sales.

Andy Weiss co-wrote the George Gallo movie Middle Men, along with the director. He also wrote the Netflix Jamie Foxx sports drama Fight for ’84 and the Yann Demange-directed Matthew McConaughey thriller White Boy Rick, on which Michael Weiss was an EP. Michael Weiss produced Middle Men and also executive produced the recent Russell Crowe feature Beast in Me, and the Muzzle franchise starring Aaron Eckhart.

Rossi recently starred in HBO Max/DC series The Penguin, the Netflix movie Carry On, as well as the upcoming Come With Me opposite Ron Perlman, The Underneath: In Fortune’s Shadow with Michael Rooker, and The Saviors with Perlman and Adam Scott.

Van Peebles’ feature credits include Clint Eastwood’s Heartbreak Ridge, New Jack City, Ali, and the upcoming That One Beautiful Day opposite Mira Sorvino.

Wilson starred on the Hulu series Future Man, Prime Video’s The Boys, Gen V, Warner Bros/DC’s Birds of Prey movie, and the AMC series Preacher.

Rossi is repped by Paradigm, Entertainment 360 and Shreck Rose Dapello etc. Van Peebles is represented by Buchwald, Luber Roklin, and Pitt Entertainment Law. Wilson is repped by Innovative Artists, Gartner Group and Tisherman Gilbert Motely etc.

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Renée Elise Goldsberry Cast In CBS’ ‘Cupertino’ In Reunion With Creators Robert And Michelle King & Star Mike Colter

Cupertino is a David vs. Goliath legal drama set in the heart of Silicon Valley that follows Michael (Mike Colter), a lawyer who is being cheated out of his stock options by his former employer, a tech start-up. Refusing to back down, he joins forces with another recently fired attorney to represent those taken advantage of by the tech elite and help them fight back in a high-stakes battle against the Goliaths controlling Silicon Valley.

In a series regular role, Goldsberry will play Renee, a brilliant opposing attorney who has a professional and romantic history with Michael.

The project reunites Goldsberry with Robert and Michelle King, the creators of the hit CBS series The Good Wife, where she played Geneva Pine. She also appeared in their series Evil, working alongside Colter, who led the supernatural drama.

Cupertino was picked up to series to air during the 2026-2027 season, Deadline confirmed back in October. Also previously announced was the casting of Ella Stiller in the role of Christy, a young assistant at the new start-up law firm in Cupertino that’s at the heart of the story.

As previously noted, Colter has worked with the Kings on The Good Wife, as Lemond Bishop, and Evil, as David Acosta. Currently on CBS, the Kings are the creators and executive producers of Elsbeth, a spinoff of their hit The Good Wife/The Good Fight franchise.

The husband-and-wife duo will write and serve as executive producers on Cupertino under their banner King Size Productions, with Robert King set to direct the premiere episode. Liz Glotzer also serves as executive producer.

Goldsberry is a Tony and Grammy winner and an Emmy-nominated actress and singer. Her first Primetime Emmy nomination was for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her role as Angelica Schuyler in Disney’s Hamilton (2021), and she received two Daytime Emmy noms for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her work on One Life to Live (2006, 2007), in the role of Evangeline Williamson.

Her TV credits include Netflix’s Girls5Eva, Disney+’s She-Hulk, Fox’s Ally McBeal, and Netflix’s Altered Carbon. Goldsberry is also the subject of the 2025 documentary Satisfied, which examines her Hamilton journey alongside the emotional terrain of family-building and new motherhood.

Her Broadway credits include musicals Hamilton, Rent, The Color Purple and The Lion King. She recently released her debut album Who I Really Am, featuring original new music. Goldsberry is repped by UTA, Untitled Entertainment and Jackoway Austen Tyerman.

‘Matlock’ & ‘Elsbeth’ Renewed For New Seasons At CBS

From Jennie Snyder Urman, Matlock stars Kathy Bates as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a brilliant septuagenarian who achieved success in her younger years and decides to rejoin the work force at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases. Matty is assigned to Olympia (Skye P. Marshall), a senior attorney and key rainmaker with a thirst for justice. Olympia’s ex-husband, Julian (Jason Ritter), the son of the head of the firm (Beau Bridges), is intrigued by Matty and her clever skills.

Deadline recently announced that Edwin Hodge would be joining the fold later this season as a guest star. He will play Langston, the kind of guy who can show up late, knowing he’ll charm everyone into forgetting about it as soon as he arrives. A double PhD in neuroscience and philosophy, he is a deep thinker… and a smooth talker.

His casting heralds Hodge’s return to CBS, following the conclusion of FBI: Most Wanted last year, in which he played the series regular role of Special Agent Ray Cannon across the show’s fourth to sixth seasons. Hodge will also reunite on-screen with his real-life wife, Marshall, whose work on the series is critically acclaimed.

In addition to Hodge, Sarah Wright Olsen and Henry Haber are set to recur on Matlock when it returns from hiatus following a mid-season break on February 26. Wright Olsen will play Gwen, an efficiency expert analyzing the firm, and Haber as Hunter, a younger associate from the floater pool who is a total bro.

Marshall recently told Deadline on the Golden Globe red carpet what fans can expect the new duo to bring to the show.

“The two new cast members brought such a completely different light, energy, and charisma to our storyline that I cannot wait for our audience to witness it,” she shared.

Urman executive produces the CBS Studios-produced series alongside Joanna Klein, Eric Christian Olsen, Kat Coiro and Bates.

Based on the character featured in The Good Wife and The Good Fight, Elsbeth Tascioni (Carrie Preston) is the astute but unconventional consent decree attorney working with the NYPD to catch New York’s well-heeled murderers, utilizing her unique perspective. Wendell Pierce also stars as Captain Charles Wallace (C. W.) Wagner.

The show has welcomed a number of guest stars again in its third season, including Lindsey Normington, Jaime Pressly, Andrew Rannells, Stephen Colbert, Andy Richter, Tony Hale, Dianne Wiest, Lois Smith, William Jackson Harper, Annaleigh Ashford, Amy Sedaris and Lindsay Mendez, among others.

It’s notable that a character from the Good Wife/Good Fight universe returns as her original character: Sarah Steele as Marissa Gold. Preston, as well as Christian Borle and Steele, are the three actors from the Universe to appear in all three franchise shows.

Elsbeth is produced by CBS Studios and executive produced by Robert King, Michelle King, Jonathan Tolins, Liz Glotzer, Erica Shelton Kodish, Bryan Goluboff, and Gail Barringer, with Tolins serving as showrunner. The Kings co-created the series.

Blair Underwood & Vernon Davis To Star In & Produce ‘The Listeners’ From Director Joslyn Rose

The ensemble cast also includes Bechir Sylvain (Jurassic World: Rebirth), Simone Leanora (Jurassic Park: Rebirth), Taylor Talley (Starstruck), and Cindy Herron of Grammy–winning R&B group En Vogue, marking the latter’s first film role since 2019.

Written by Rose and Dominique Mouton (The Lower Bottoms), the synopsis reads: “David (Davis), a once-brilliant jazz musician, can no longer hear music. Doctors (Underwood and Leanora) search for a diagnosis while debating whether his condition is neurological or psychological, but answers remain elusive. As pressure mounts to institutionalize him, David is guided through an unconventional therapy that pulls him into memories of faith, discipline, and unresolved trauma.” Filming is due to get underway next month.

Lead producers include Mouton under her Dido Belle Productions banner, Davis under his Reel 85 Productions banner, Underwood, Rose, Anwulika Oputa, and Gary Reeves. Daytime Emmy winner Reeves has served as a social impact advisor to the NBA’s Golden State Warriors.

Screen vet Underwood has been Golden Globe nominated for L.A. Law and In Treatment and won a Daytime Emmy in 2017 for Give. He was Tony nominated in 2020 for his lead performance in A Soldier’s Play.

Since retiring from the NFL in 2020, two-time Pro Bowler Davis has reinvented himself as an actor and producer on a string of projects. He has also founded production firms Reel 85 and Between the Linez Productions.

Rose is best known for directing 2023 Emmy-nominated Showtime documentary Stand, about the journey of basketball prodigy Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, whose refusal to stand during the U.S. national anthem on socio-political grounds became a major media talking point before Colin Kaepernick.

The Listeners has personal resonance for Davis, who has partnered with Rose on multiple projects over the past decade. He explained: “This character allows me to tell a personal truth. Mental health has profoundly shaped my family. I’ve lost my sister, my mother, and two brothers over struggles connected to it, and this film is a way to honor them and help break the silence so many families live with.”

Rose said of the project: “My vision for The Listeners comes from my perception of the transformative power of music as a tool for healing and self-discovery. I’ve been inspired by the quiet, psychological terrain of The Twilight Zone, where inner perception becomes its own kind of truth. Even in silence, something within us is still listening, carrying an inner light that brings us back to ourselves.”

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John Cunningham Dies: Prolific Broadway Actor, ‘Dead Poets Society’ Dad Was 93

His death was announced by family, who noted that he died “in his beloved Victorian home aside the 11th hole at Rye Golf Club.”

Born June 22, 1932, in Auburn, New York, and raised in New Paltz, New York, Cunningham would go on a stint in the Army before attending the Yale School of Drama, where he attained a masters’ degree and made a lifelong friend in classmate and future talk show host Dick Cavett.

After Yale, Cunningham launched a film, stage and TV career that would span 70 years, including early TV roles on soaps The Secret Storm, The Doctors, Another World and Search For Tomorrow.

He began his stage career even before he had an agent: Following an audition for director Moss Hart, the 27-year-old Cunningham made his debut in the 1960 national and international touring company of My Fair Lady, taking the roles of Zoltan and Henry Higgins understudy.

His second Broadway production came in 1968 when he was cast as a replacement in the original staging of Cabaret; he succeeded Bert Convy in the role of Clifford Bradshaw.

A long and steady stream of significant roles in Broadway productions would follow, among them: Nikos in Zorba, Peter (and the understudy for Bobby) in Company, John Adams in 1776, Flan Kittredge in Six Degrees of Separation (opposite Stockard Channing), Nicholas Pym in The Sisters Rosensweig and Captain E.J. Smith in Titanic.

Cunningham last appeared on the New York stage in 2012 when, at age 80, he appeared in an Off Broadway revival of Tina Howe’s Painting Churches, just one of numerous Off Broadway productions in which he starred through the decades.

On the film side, Cunningham played the supporting role of John in the 1993 movie version of Six Degrees of Separation (Donald Sutherland was cast in the lead role of Flan). Other film credits include include the role of grandfather to Matt Damon’s character in 1988’s Mystic Pizza, the father of Ethan Hawke’s character in 1989’s Dead Poets Society, and the father of, again, Damon’s character in 1993’s School Ties. Other film credits include the 1993 Michael J. Fox comedy For Love Or Money and John Singleton’s Shaft remake in 2000.

Cunningham’s stentorian voice was featured in the 1997 Kevin Kline comedy In and Out (Cunningham was the voice on the “Be A Man” instructional guide) and as a newsreel announcer in 1997’s Starship Troopers.

His many TV credits include Law & Order, 30 Rock, The Good Wife, Damages, Cupid and Blue Bloods.

Cunningham is survived by his wife of nearly 70 years, Carolyn Cotton Cunningham; children Christopher, Catherine, and Laura; six grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. The family will host a memorial service at Rye Presbyterian Church in Rye, New York (and online via Zoom through the Church’s website) on Saturday, January 17 at 1:30 p.m. ET. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Entertainment Community Fund.

Tommy Lee Jones' Daughter Victoria Found Dead at San Francisco Hotel

Law enforcement sources tell us Victoria was discovered inside the swanky Fairmont San Francisco early Thursday morning.

A spokesperson for the San Francisco Fire Department tells TMZ ... SFFD units responded to the hotel for a reported medical emergency at 2:52 AM. Upon arrival, paramedics conducted an assessment and the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.

We're told the scene was turned over to the San Francisco Police Department and the Medical Examiner's Office for further investigation.

A spokesperson for the San Francisco Police Department tells TMZ ... at approximately 3:14 AM, their officers responded to the hotel regarding a report of a deceased person. At the scene, officers met with paramedics, who declared the adult female deceased.

The Medical Examiner arrived on scene and conducted an investigation. At this time, the cause of death remains unknown, and officials have not released additional details.

We reached out to a rep for Jones ... so far, no word back.

Victoria was born to Tommy and his first wife, Kimberlea Cloughley.

She briefly followed in her father's footsteps, making her acting debut in 2002's Men in Black II before she was a teenager. She later appeared in 2003's One Tree Hill and in 2005's The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada, a film directed by her father that also involved her stepmother, Dawn Laurel-Jones, who served as the stills photographer.

Victoria was 34.

‘Malcolm In The Middle’ Revival Gets Premiere Date, Key Art, Photos & Trailer Revealing Hal, Lois & Their Grown-Up Children, Including Dewey After Recast

We are getting a first official glimpse at the return of the beloved TV family, led by parents Hal (Bryan Cranston) and Lois (Jane Kaczmarek), 19 years after the end of the original series.

“My life is fantastic now. All I had to do is stay away from my family,” a grown-up Malcolm (Frankie Muniz) says in the trailer.

That is about to change. In the revival, titled after the original series’ theme song, after shielding himself and his daughter from his family for over a decade, Malcolm is dragged back into their orbit when Hal and Lois demand his presence at their 40th anniversary party.

The trailer, which you can watch above, features the return of Muniz, Cranston and Kaczmarek as well as Christopher Kennedy Masterson and Justin Berfield as Malcolm’s brothers Francis and Reese, respectively, and Emy Coligado as Francis’ wife Piama. It also introduces Anthony Timpano and Vaughan Murrae as the youngest siblings Jamie and Kelly — seen as a baby/toddler (Jamie) or not at all (Kelly) on the original series — as well as Keeley Karsten as Malcolm’s daughter Leah and Kiana Madeira as his girlfriend Tristan.

The trailer does not include Caleb Ellsworth-Clark, the actor who succeeded Erik Per Sullivan as Malcolm’s brother Dewey, but he is in the key art alongside Berfield, Kaczmarek, Muniz, Cranston and Masterson.

You can also see first-look images from the revival featuring Kaczmarek, Cranston and Muniz below.

From Disney Branded Television, the limited series is produced by 20th Television, a part of Disney Television Studios, and New Regency. Linwood Boomer created the original series and returns as writer and executive producer. Cranston, Tracy Katsky of KatCo, Gail Berman and New Regency’s Arnon Milchan, Yariv Milchan and Natalie Lehmann are executive producers. Ken Kwapis directed all four episodes and executive produce. Jimmy Simons and Laura Delahaye are co-executive producers.

All 151 episodes of the original Malcolm in the Middle are available to stream on Hulu or via Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers.

‘General Hospital’ Fans Support Chris McKenna Amid Bipolar Diagnosis Reveal

On the Sunday, December 21, episode of Maurice Benard‘s State of Mind podcast, McKenna revealed that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in recent years. The podcast marked McKenna’s first time publicly opening up about his diagnosis, which he received in part after experiencing struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I thought it was only gonna be a few months, this COVID was gonna blow over in three months, six months. And it just lingered on and on … the monotony and not, like, moving on with my life,” he explained to Benard. “I was back at home and it really started to do a number on my mental health in particular.”

Benard, who is also living with bipolar disorder, asked his costar, “From one bipolar to another bipolar, how you doing, brother?” McKenna replied, “I’m doing good right now. It hasn’t always been the case, but I’m good right now.”

McKenna went on to share that he had his “first breakdown” when he was a teenager and had been living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder for decades. “I lived my whole life with this disorder undiagnosed, and experienced heavy cyclothemia, culminating in COVID when I had my first dangerous depression since [I was] a teenager, which was followed by a manic psychotic episode which required hospitalization,” he said. (The Mayo Clinic defines cyclothemia as a “rare mood disorder” that causes “emotional ups and downs.”)

“That’s when I finally got my diagnosis that I needed my whole life and got on medication, and that’s where I am today,” McKenna added.

Fans praised McKenna via social media for speaking out about his experiences. “Was an AMAZING episode just watched LOVE LOVED it!!,” one user commented underneath a teaser for the podcast episode on Benard’s Instagram page. Another added, “Chris, Thank u for sharing yourself to so many of us who need someone to understand!! Maurice thank you as always.”

“Much love to the both of you two amazing people/actors. Such an incredible powerful conversation. Well done to you both,” someone else shared, while a different person wrote, “Wow!!!! Just an unbelievable conversation between the both of you was so emotional and outstanding job by you both. … Thank you to Chris for just being so open and honest about yourself was a wonderful show and helps so much to both of you. Just outstanding!!!!”

McKenna replied to the latter comment, writing, “Thank you Jen.”

“This was a very profound episode of @mbstateofmind! You both had me in tears & I’ve shared this with so many,” a separate person gushed. “Don’t worry @chrislmckenna , it definitely helped many folks. God Bless you both. This needs to keep being brought to light.”

Another user commented, “I really needed this episode. It was so impactful. Love to both Maurice and Chris for being so open with us.”

If you or someone you know needs help with mental health, contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741, contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264). If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.

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Dan Gauthier Talks Joining ‘Days’ After 15-Year Hiatus & His Take on Peter Blake

Gauthier, who played One Life to Live‘s Kevin Buchanan from 2003-2010, welcomed the opportunity to return to daytime. “I knew a lot of the actors on the set, like [John-Paul] Lavoisier [Philip Kiriakis], and Stacy Haiduk [Kristen DiMera] is someone that I have known for years, so it was really fun to reconnect with those folks,” Gauthier says. “Everybody was so kind and accepting and welcoming. Everybody had a great attitude, and it was fun right away. I couldn’t ask for anything better, to be honest with you.”

Despite the familiar faces, Gauthier admits he had some jitters before arriving at the studio. “There’s always nerves,” he notes. “It’s no different than the first day of school, when you’re meeting new people. There’s a nervous energy about getting on a new set and feeling it out and what to expect and what happens, but because I’ve been doing it for a long time, I’m kind of used to that. But certainly, it was probably a little more comfortable knowing that I was going to see people that I knew as opposed to not knowing anyone so that certainly took away a little bit of the nerves.”

As did tackling the role of Peter, played by Jason Brooks from 1993 to 1998. With nearly three decades since the character was last in Salem, Gauthier felt he could put his own spin on the role. “I had no idea what the storyline was going to be until I got the script, so I just went in with, ‘This is my own take on this thing. Whatever the dialogue and whatever the storyline is, it’s just my own take on this,’” he explains. “I didn’t watch anything or do any research as far as what had happened in the past. I just took what was in front of me and went that way.”

While Gauthier is keeping details under wraps, Peter’s return immediately places him in the thick of the DiMera family drama, involving Billy Flynn (Chad DiMera), Thaao Penghlis (Tony DiMera), Dan Feuerriegel (EJ DiMera), Tyler Joseph Andrews (Theo Carver), and Haiduk. “The mystery is kind of the enjoyment of this whole thing,” he teases. “I don’t want to give up too much because that’s the fun. I don’t want to use certain words that would foreshadow exactly what it is, so it’s a surprise. What I can say is this is probably a surprise to viewers of him being there or how he is.”

Sharing the screen with his fictional sister Haiduk was a particular highlight. “Most of my stuff was large group scenes with various people, but for the most part, it was between the two of us and then other characters interjecting things at certain times,” he previews. “But the dynamic between the two of us, brother and sister, she’s just terrific. She’s such a nice human being to begin with, but also just a terrific actor, so working with her was fantastic, and it felt like we’ve been acting together for years, and yet we’ve never worked together before, so it was interesting.”

While Gauthier is enjoying his time in Salem, his days in Llanview still hold a very special place in his heart. “It was an extraordinary time for me,” he reflects. “It couldn’t have been more enjoyable. Living in New York City and being on a soap opera is one of the great jobs of all time. Just being able to walk through the city and go to work was really incredible. It’s a shame there aren’t any more soaps in New York City.”

The relationships he formed during those years continue to resonate. “Trevor St. John [Todd Manning/Victor Lord] is one of my best friends, and we’re still incredibly close,” he relays. “Kassie DePaiva [Blair Cramer] was so welcoming to my family. We spent a lot of weekends with her and Jimmy [DePaiva, Max Holden], and they had kids, too, and so my son was really welcomed in. Kristen Alderson [Starr Manning] and Eddie Alderson [Matthew Buchanan] were there, and Kristen and my son are the same age, so my son spent a lot of time on the set with Kristen, and they became good friends, especially in the first year we lived in New York. It was just a really magical thing for me. It was the best job I ever had. It was extraordinary.”

Over the course of his career, Gauthier has taken on a wide range of roles, and fans recognize him for several of them. “It used to be for Teen Witch a lot, and I get recognized for Son-in-Law, but Friends is pretty big too,” he notes. “People don’t expect the Friends thing, so I think they’re more surprised when they figure out that I’m on Friends, because it’s just one episode as opposed to a movie.”

These days, he’s auditioning and staying busy teaching an acting class in Cathedral City, CA, and he’d gladly return to Days if Peter’s story continues. “I had a great time,” he raves. “It was nothing but positive for me.”

Days of Our Lives, Weekdays, Peacock

Netflix Adds 10 To Cast Of Eugene Ashe Romance ‘Don’t Ever Wonder’ Starring Nia Long & Larenz Tate

Inspired by the album Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite, the film’s logline is being kept under wraps.

Eugene Ashe (Sylvie’s Love) is directing from a script he wrote with Kay Oyegun. Producers include James Lopez, Charles D. King, and Poppy Hanks for Macro Film Studios. The executive producers are Maxwell, John D. Hammond, Long, and Tate. We were recently first to report on the film’s lead castings.

Underwood is repped by Thruline, CAA, and Felker Toczek Suddleson; Alonso by Independent Artist Group, Authentic, and Goodman, Genow, Schenkman; Kelechi Watson by UTA, Authentic, and Jackoway Austen Tyerman; Washington by WME; Haysbert by Independent Artists Group, GS Management, and Jackoway Austen Tyerman; Adams by UTA, Linden Entertainment, and Jackoway Austen Tyerman; Smith by UTA, Neon Kite, and Goodman, Genow, Schenkman; Mercedes by Artists First; Robinson by CESD and Entertainment 360; and Ross by Daniel Rozenberg Business Management, Principal Entertainment LA, and Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz.

2026 Critics Choice Awards Nominations

BEST ACTOR
Timothée Chalamet – Marty Supreme (A24)
Leonardo DiCaprio – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros.)
Joel Edgerton – Train Dreams (Netflix)
Ethan Hawke – Blue Moon (Sony Pictures Classics)
Michael B. Jordan – Sinners (Warner Bros.)
Wagner Moura – The Secret Agent (Neon)

BEST ACTRESS
Jessie Buckley – Hamnet (Focus Features)
Rose Byrne – If I Had Legs I’d Kick You (A24)
Chase Infiniti – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros.)
Renate Reinsve – Sentimental Value (Neon)
Amanda Seyfried – The Testament of Ann Lee (Searchlight Pictures)
Emma Stone – Bugonia (Focus Features)

BEST ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Kathy Bates – Matlock (CBS)
Carrie Coon – The Gilded Age (HBO Max)
Britt Lower – Severance (Apple TV)
Bella Ramsey – The Last of Us (HBO Max)
Keri Russell – The Diplomat (Netflix)
Rhea Seehorn – Pluribus (Apple TV)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Patrick Ball – The Pitt (HBO Max)
Billy Crudup – The Morning Show (Apple TV)
Ato Essandoh – The Diplomat (Netflix)
Wood Harris – Forever (Netflix)
Tom Pelphrey – Task (HBO Max)
Tramell Tillman – Severance (Apple TV)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Nicole Beharie – The Morning Show (Apple TV)
Denée Benton – The Gilded Age (HBO Max)
Allison Janney – The Diplomat (Netflix)
Katherine LaNasa – The Pitt (HBO Max)
Greta Lee – The Morning Show (Apple TV)
Skye P. Marshall – Matlock (CBS)

BEST ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Adam Brody – Nobody Wants This (Netflix)
Ted Danson – A Man on the Inside (Netflix)
David Alan Grier – St. Denis Medical (NBC)
Danny McBride – The Righteous Gemstones (HBO Max)
Seth Rogen – The Studio (Apple TV)
Alexander Skarsgård – Murderbot (Apple TV)

BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Kristen Bell – Nobody Wants This (Netflix)
Natasha Lyonne – Poker Face (Peacock)
Rose McIver – Ghosts (CBS)
Edi Patterson – The Righteous Gemstones (HBO Max)
Carrie Preston – Elsbeth (CBS)
Jean Smart – Hacks (HBO Max)

BEST ACTRESS IN A LIMITED SERIES OR MOVIE MADE FOR TELEVISION
Jessica Biel – The Better Sister (Prime Video)
Meghann Fahy – Sirens (Netflix)
Sarah Snook – All Her Fault (Peacock)
Michelle Williams – Dying for Sex (FX on Hulu)
Robin Wright – The Girlfriend (Prime Video)
Renée Zellweger – Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (Peacock)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A LIMITED SERIES OR MOVIE MADE FOR TELEVISION
Erin Doherty – Adolescence (Netflix)
Betty Gilpin – Death by Lightning (Netflix)
Marin Ireland – Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy (Peacock)
Sophia Lillis – All Her Fault (Peacock)
Julianne Moore – Sirens (Netflix)
Christine Tremarco – Adolescence (Netflix).

83rd Golden Globe Award Nominations

Best Performance By a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama
Joel Edgerton - Train Dreams
Oscar Isaac - Frankenstein
Dwayne Johnson - The Smashing Machine
Michael B. Jordan - Sinners
Wagner Moura - The Secret Agent
Jeremy Allen White - Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere

Best Performance By a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Rose Byrne - If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
Cynthia Erivo - Wicked: For Good
Kate Hudson - Song Sung Blue
Chase Infiniti - One Battle After Another
Amanda Seyfried - The Testament of Ann Lee
Emma Stone - Bugonia

Best Performance By a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Timothée Chalamet - Marty Supreme
George Clooney - Jay Kelly
Leonardo DiCaprio - One Battle After Another
Ethan Hawke - Blue Moon
Lee Byung-Hun - No Other Choice
Jesse Plemons - Bugonia

Best Performance By a Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama
Kathy Bates - Matlock
Britt Lower - Severance
Helen Mirren - MobLand
Bella Ramsay - The Last of Us
Keri Russell - The Diplomat
Rhea Seehorn - Pluribus

Best Performance By a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy
Kristen Bell - Nobody Wants This
Ayo Edebiri - The Bear
Selena Gomez - Only Murders in the Building
Natasha Lyonne - Poker Face
Jenna Ortega - Wednesday
Jean Smart - Hacks

Best Performance By a Female Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television
Claire Danes - The Beast in Me
Rashida Jones - Black Mirror
Amanda Seyfried - Long Bright River
Sarah Snook - All Her Fault
Michelle Williams - Dying for Sex
Robin Wright - The Girlfriend

Best Performance By a Female Actor in a Supporting Role On Television
Carrie Coon - The White Lotus
Erin Doherty - Adolescence
Hannah Einbinder - Hacks
Catherine O’Hara - The Studio
Parker Posey - The White Lotus
Aimee Lou Wood - The White Lotus.

Tuc Watkins, Daria Berenato, Thomas Dekker & Brenna D’Amico Set For “Gay Zombies” Comedy-Horror ‘Zombois’

Due to enter production in Atlanta this month, the feature centers on a group of college seniors on break in the North Georgia Mountains who discover a guarded secret and a contagion that turns their getaway into a brutal battle for survival. Rounding out the cast are Adam Huss (Power) and Aaron Goldenberg.

Glendon Palmer will produce alongside Abdo, Brian Yuran and Michael Buttiglieri. Osvaldo Silvera will serve as director of photography and Jeremy O’Keefe is casting.

This marks Abdo’s second feature film after Exit Interviews which also starred Watkins, Huss and Dekker. Writer-director Abdo is the managing partner of the Atlanta Comedy Theater, which has helped launched a number of U.S. stand-ups.

“My last film, Exit Interviews, was deeply dramatic emotional therapy so I wanted to follow it up with something totally on the opposite end of the spectrum – something fun and outrageous, so gay zombies felt like it fit the mold,” explained Abdo.

Added Watkins: “Sexy, scary, and laugh-out-loud funny, Zombois is going to be one hell of a ride. I can’t wait to be a part of it.”

Watkins is repped by Greene Talent and Karen Forman Management. Berenato is repped by Luber Roklin Entertainment and AGMB. Dekker is repped by Untitled and D’Amico is repped by Formation and Zero Gravity.

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Facts

1. Agnes Nixon's mission for One Life to Live: "...stories about richly diverse people as their lives intertwined, as they interacted with one another... To explain the hopes and hardships, the goals, fights, and failures that are ultimately shared by all mankind no matter how disparate their lifestyles."

2. February 17, 1995: Todd married Blair in Florida.

3. February 23, 1996: Dylan Moody and Marty Saybrooke tied the knot.

4. March 3, 1998: Fiona Hutchison (Gabrielle, OLTL) and husband John Viscardi (ex-Tony, OLTL) welcomed son Trevor into the world.

5. March 5, 1990: Bo disguised himself as Prince Raymond and married Sarah Gordon.

6. March 29, 1996: Once Alex’s husband, Carlo Hesser, returned from the dead, she married Asa Buchanan again.

7. March 31, 1977: Larry and Karen Wolek were married.

8. March: In 2000, Ben found out that he was Asa’s son.

9. April 10, 1998: Georgie lied to Hank when she fingered Bo as her attacker.

10. April 27, 1990: Michael Grande wed Brenda McGillis

11. April: In 2000, Viki said an emotional good-bye to her children as she headed off for breast-cancer treatment.

12. May 10, 2000: Ty Treadway made his Llanview debut as Melanie’s husband (and Troy’s twin), Colin.

13. May 12, 1987: Cord Roberts wed archaeologist Kate Sanders believing that his wife, Tina, had perished.

14. May 14: Megan Gordon wed her true love, Jake Harrison, in 1991.

15. June 1: On this date in 1984, Jenny and David finally tied the knot.

16. June 2, 1995: Bo Buchanan and Nora Gannon tied the knot in a ceremony officiated by Little Richard.

17. June: The emergence of Niki Smith interrupted Viki’s wedding to Joe Riley in 1969.

18. June: Thanks to Blair’s truth serum, Skye revealed that Max was not Asa’s son in 2000.

19. June: In 1976, Victor Lord died (or so everyone would long believe!).

20. June: In 1988, Tom Dennison’s troubled young daughter, Mari Lynn, married Wade Coleman.

21. July 15, 1968: OLTL first aired on ABC.

22. July 15: On this date in 1993, the soap celebrated its 25th anniversary.

23. July 15, 1997: Todd Manning and Téa Delgado married so the groom could keep custody of his daughter, Starr.

24. July 16, 2001: Melissa Archer debuted on the serial as Natalie, a troublesome twentysomething.

25. August 4, 1997: Antonio Vega and Andy Harrison were wed.

26. August 8, 2001: Colin’s twin brother, Troy, arrived in Llanview.

27. August 15, 2001: Allison Perkins returned to Llanview after a 14-year absence.

28. August 16, 1996: Todd returned from the dead, and to Llanview, and found his “widow,” Blair, in a compromising position with Patrick.

29. August: In 1986, Delila Ralston married her third Buchanan man: Rafe Garretson.

30. August 1999: Dorian confessed to hitting Jessica with her car, which exonerated Lindsay.

31. September 12, 1997: Patrick Thornhart wed Marty Saybrooke on a clearing high atop Llantano Mountain.

32. September 30, 1999: Tonja Walker Davidson (ex-Alex) and her husband welcomed daughter Abrianna Elaine into the world.

33. October 1, 1999: Rapist Brian Harris was shot and killed by Det. John Sykes after nearly assaulting Kelly Cramer.

34. October 1999: Brian, the Llanview rapist, was shot and killed by Sykes.

35. November 5, 2001: Al and Jen make love for the first time at the quarry.

36. November 14, 1994: In Egyptian style, Asa and Alex tied the knot as Nora and Bo stood in as the maid of honor and best man.

37. November 14, 1995: Todd and Blair were married and celebrated with each other and a thousand golden balloons.

38. November 17, 1999: Grace died in Kevin’s arms and continued to haunt him in his dreams.

39. November 27, 1991: Bo and Cassie were married for a brief time; shortly after the ceremony, the groom ran into his "late wife," Sarah.

40. November 1999: Renée learned the truth — that Max was not her and Asa’s son.

41. December 1, 1993: Max wed Luna Moody.

42. December 1, 1999: Max awakened from his coma.

43. December 31, 1999: After trying to rescue Nora after her car broke down, Bo spent New Year's Eve trapped inside an abandoned building with her.

44. Evangeline sang at Michael and Marcie's wedding in May 2006. The song was "We'll Love Through," written and performed by Renee Elise Goldsberry herself.

45. What was that beautiful song that Marcie (Kathy Brier) sang on Wed. 1/25/06 when she and Michael were alone in the church? A. It was called "Water's Edge" by Cyndi Lauper.

46. Viki has had 6 alternate personalities: Niki Smith, Tommy (an angry teenage boy), Jean (cold, calculating, in control), Tori (more malicious version of Viki), Princess (young girl) and Victor Lord. Currently, all those personalities but Niki have been integrated.

47. The bridesmaids dresses that Dorian had the girls wear for her wedding were by Teri Jon. They may be available at Saks Fifth Avenue or directly from the manufacturer.

48. David Vickers: A Look Back: David Vickers is handsome, charming, and usually guilty as sin. Always good for a dry pun or a gratuitous shirtless shot, this con man is back on "One Life to Live." Let's look back at his past.

    1994: David claimed to be the son of Victor Lord, whom Dorian Lord was accused of killing. He produced a forged diary, clearing her -- and she paid him $50,000 for it. A beautiful partnership began. Meanwhile, Tina Lord fell hard for David but she thought he was her brother. The two couldn't resist each other ... and slept together.

    1995: David confessed to Tina they weren't related, so they decided to get hitched. Viki also found out David wasn't really her brother. Her alternate personality, prissy Jean, emerged -- and blackmailed David into divorcing Tina and marrying Dorian (who hated him).

    2001: David resurfaced to help Todd sell Blair's baby. Todd didn't realize little Jack was his son, and eventually got him back. When David blackmailed him, Todd sent David to a Moroccan prison!

    2003: David, fresh from prison, returned to town and started shacking up with Dorian again.

    2005: David and Dorian planned to wed for the second time. Spencer, David's brother, forced David to dump Dorian during the ceremony by threatening to tell the cops that David shot John's dad (which was lie).

    2007: Despite his innocence, David confessed to killing Spencer--but only because Asa promised him $10 million to off his bro. As Asa's illegitimate son, David's worth 10 times that! After that drama ended, David married man-eater Alex Olanov to get half her fortune. He didn't know she was marrying him to get HIS share of the Buchanan wealth. Nice try, Alex!

49. Allison Perkins 101: Allison Perkins, an insane and murderous enemy of the Buchanans, is back on OLTL. She's armed with a secret that she says could destroy the family. Here's a recap on some of the havoc Allison has wrought:

    1986: Under cult leader Mitch Laurence's orders, his disciple Allison kidnapped newborn Jessica Buchanan from her parents, Viki and Clint. Weeks later, Allison was in a car accident and fell into a coma. Shortly after, baby Jessica was returned to the family.

    2001: Allison, now awake from her coma, dropped a bombshell on Viki, Jessica and the Buchanans: Jessica wasn't Clint and Viki's daughter! Natalie Balsom, Jessica's blue collar classmate, was. Allison explained how she stole infant Natalie from Llanfair shortly after birth—but infant Jessica was the one returned. Viki refused to believe it, but a DNA test between Viki and Natalie proved they were mother and daughter.

    Allison's plan was to get half of Natalie's money for reuniting mother and daughter. When Natalie actually started to feel a part of the Buchanan family, she told Allison her cash was off limits.

    2002: Allison went on the run. With the cops closing in, she took Viki (in her Niki persona) hostage. Allison was captured, but the shootout with the authorities left Ben Davidson, Viki's husband, in a coma. Allison was placed in St. Ann's, a mental institution.

    Some months later, the full extent of Allison's manipulations were revealed: Viki was actually the mother of Natalie AND Jessica. Natalie's father was Clint, while Jessica's father was Mitch, who had raped Viki. Allison had lied about Jessica not being Viki's child.

    2008: Allison is back with a new secret about Jessica and the Buchanans.

50. Q. Who are Blair's parents on One Life to Live?
    A. Blair's mother is Addie Cramer, Dorian's sister. Addie lives with the Cramers but travels frequently. The identity of Blair's father is unknown. He was an orderly who raped Addie when she was a patient in a mental hospital.

51. Q. How many times has Dorian been married?
    A. At last count, seven times -- to six different men. They are: Victor Lord (Viki's dad -- the start of their feud), Herb Callison, Manuel Santi, David Vickers (twice), Mel Hayes, and Mitch Laurence.

52. Q. What is the name of the song that played during Starr's baby's funeral on "One Life to Live?"
    A. The song is called We All Fall Down by Kevin Briody.

53. Q. What is the name of the song Marcie sang when she was putting together a crib on One Life to Live? It was from the September 29, 2008 episode.
    A. The song was called "In My Arms."

54. Q. What is that song playing in the One Life to Live ads that feature Rex and Gigi kissing in bed and say "look how complicated love can be"?
    A. The song is called "Once in a Lifetime" by Keith Urban.

55. Q. How many times have Todd and Blair been married on One Life to Live? What were the reasons they divorced?
    A. Todd and Blair have been married, and divorced, five times. Yes, five times! Reasons for the divorces, in brief: Todd learned Blair lied about a pregnancy (#1); Todd framed Patrick for murder (#2); Blair learned Todd lied about their baby dying (#3); Blair learned Todd lied about his identity (#4); Blair was angry with Todd's behavior during Starr's pregnancy (#5).

56. Q. Who sang "I've Got a Crush on You" when Viki and Ben were in Heaven on One Life to Live's July 21, 2008 episode?
    A. Legendary recording artist Linda Ronstadt sang that ballad.

57. Q. Who sings the song "Believe" that plays in the OLTL and GH ads?
    A. It's by a band called "The Bravery."

58. Q. What is the breed of David Vickers, the dog on One Life to Live?
    A. David Vickers is a shitzu.

59. Q. Can you please tell me where I can purchase that white lounging robe with flowers that Dorian wore on OLTL on 5/29/08 & 5/30/08?
    A. Dorian's caftan is from Saks in New York. Hope that helps!

60. Q. Where did you find the gowns and accessories used at Rex and Adriana's beautiful wedding on OLTL? Where can I get Dorian's dress and necklace?
    A. Susan Gammie of OLTL's Wardrobe Department designed Adriana's wedding dress. The bridesmaid's dresses are by Catherine Regehr, and their necklaces are Swarovski. Dorian's dress is from Vivaldi Boutique in New York and her necklace is from Gale Grant (a jewelry store on Madison Avenue in New York).

61. Q. What was the song playing during Monday, May 5th, 2008 OLTL? It was shown during a montage with several characters including Talia and Antonio.
    A. The montage featured is the song "When The Time Is Right" by Griffin House.

62. Q. What is the name of the song that played during Starr and Cole's "first time" on OLTL? I really liked it. What is the name and who sings it?
    A. The song is called "Sweetest Kiss," made specifically for the show and sung by Michael Towber (He was the same singer for Todd's execution song, "Forsaken"). It's not yet commercially available but we hope to get it onto iTunes soon.

63. Q. OLTL's Viki wore a long purple jacket when she visited Charlie in January 2008. Can you tell me where the show got it?
    A. Viki's jacket is from Eileen Fisher, and should be available in Eileen Fisher boutiques and department stores nationwide.

64. Q. Where can I get the blouse/tunic that Jessica was wearing on Jan 4th's OLTL? It was a blue V neck with cut away shoulders which was absolutely beautiful!
    A. Jessica's dress came from Calypso in New York. The designer is Tufi Dufek.

65. Q. Which Sam did Todd Manning (OLTL) name his son after?
    A. Todd renamed his son Sam Manning in honor of his deceased mentor and friend, Sam Rappaport. The child was previously called "Tommy" when he lived with Michael and Marcie McBain.

66. Q. What's the history behind Dorian's house on OLTL? Why did she choose to name it "La Boulaie?"
    A. Dorian loves all things French so she translated the house's original name. The name is derived from the word for "birch tree." Literally translated, it means "birch plantation."

67. Q. On "One Life to Live," Viki said grace before Thanksgiving dinner (2007) with the gang from the diner. What was it?
    A. That was a prayer written by Ralph Waldo Emerson called "Thanksgiving." It goes: "For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food,For love and friends, For everything thy goodness sends."

68. Q. What was the song that Marcie said was her favorite?
    A. The song Marcie said was her favorite is an ABC-owned, non-commercially available song called FLY AWAY.

69. Q. Where did you get the red outfit that Dorian had on the week of Oct. 15, 2007?
    A. Dorian's red outfit was a Givenchy suit purchased at Vivaldi Boutique in New York. Unfortunately, it was purchased last year.

70. Q. Who sang after Timbaland's performance on OLTL and what is the song called?
    A. The group is called One Republic and the song is called Apologize.

71. Q. What was the song played at the ending montage of One Life to Live's 9/28 episode?
    A. The 9/28 Montage featured the song Human by John McLaughlin.

72. Q. Where did you get the lovely dress that Natalie was wearing on 9/14?
    A. Natalie's outfit is from Anne Taylor and should be available at their stores.

73. Q. What brand is the cream colored top and long skirt that Blair was wearing on the 1st week of September (2007).
    A. Both top and skirt are made by Donna Karan.

74. Q. Can you please tell me the song that was playing at the end of the September 5th episode of One Life to Live?
    A. That song is called "Captured," by Bic Runga.

75. Q. I want to know the store that sold Jessica's dress that she wore during the BE Fundraiser, Monte Carlo night. It was worn on the episodes from Monday, 8/13 until Thursday, 8/16.
    A. Jessica's Monte Carlo dress is by Marc Bouwer from Saks.

76. Q. Where can I purchase the flower tank top that was worn by Lulu on General Hospital weeks ago and then again by Sarah on One Life to Live?
    A. The flower tank top is by Lucky Brand and should be available at their stores.

77. Q. The song that played at the end of One Life to Live's 10,000th episode was so beautiful. Can you tell me the name of the song and artist?
    A. The song is called "Gone" by Jessica Riddle.

78. Q. Where did Starr's beautiful peach-colored prom dress come from?
    A. The dress is by Alyce Designs, a company located in Chicago. Their web address is www.alycedesigns.com.

79. Q. Can you please tell me what the name of the song was playing on OLTL on 8/8/07 while Vincent & Layla were making love?
    A. Sure, that song is called "This Love" written by Bobby Hartry.

80. Q. Where can I find Jessica's wedding dress (on OLTL)?
    A. Her dress was by Amy Michelson. Amy's dresses are available through a number of bridal salons. The headpiece was purchased at Kleinfeld's.

81. Q. Heather Tom (Kelly on OLTL) has been sporting a white handbag since she came out of the hospital. Who makes it and where can I buy it?
    A. Kelly's purse is made by Gerard Darel.

82. Q. On OLTL, Cristian wore t-shirts on the April 20, 2006 and May 15, 20006 episodes with a sword-like symbol on them. Where can I find these awesome shirts?
    A. The shirts are by Edun, a new clothing line started by U2 frontman Bono and his wife, Ali Hewson. The items are created from organic materials, and can be found at Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdales in New York or by doing a search on-line.

83. Q. Where can I purchase a shirt like Jess/Tess wore on March 31? It had leather around the neck and it was green and white.
    A. Jessica's top is from Saks Fifth Avenue and is currently available.

84. Q. What was the name of the beautiful song that Marcie sang at Duke's funeral?
    A. The song was "Sand and Water" by Beth Nielsen Chapman.

85. Q. Marcie (on OLTL) had on a brown sundress on the May 2, 2006 Can you please tell me where it was purchased and who the designer is?
    A. Marcie's dress was an Anne Klein Petite and was purchased at Lord and Taylor.

86. Q. Who makes the bedding set in Jessica Buchanan's bedroom (yellow and green striped cover) on OLTL?
    A. The manufacturer is Dan River, Inc. and the designer is Lilly Pulitzer.

87. Q. I've always liked the artwork of the spaghetti wrapped around a fork in Kelly's house (on OLTL). Now that she's redecorating, I am even more interested in knowing how I can get a print of that?
    A. The poster is an original Razzia Pasta poster created in 1986. It's still available on-line. Try Razzia-Posters.com or Goantiques.com. It will cost approximately $220.00.

88. Q. What is the name of the song that Marcie sang at Jen's Memorial on OLTL and who sings it?

    A. The song is called "Borrowed Angels" by Kristen Chenoweth.

89. When One Life to Live debuted on July 15, 1968, it only ran a half-hour. OLTL expanded to 45 minutes on July 26, 1976. It wasn’t until January 16, 1978 that it became a full hour.

90. In June, 1971 OLTL was the first soap to use real-life drug users on camera, courtesy of Odyssey House in New York, as part of a teen drug storyline.

91. Last-minute changes over the years have included the name of the show- OLTL almost aired as Between Heaven And Hell, and Clint’s name- it was supposed to be "Chris," but Clint Ritchie (Clint) convinced producers to make the change before his first taping.

92. OLTL celebrated its 8,000th episode Oct. 22, 1999

93. The song played when Grace died was "Say Good Night" by Beth Nielson Chapman

94. ONE LIFE TO LIVE was the first original soap opera to air by Agnes Nixon, who also created ALL MY CHILDREN and LOVING, and co-created THE CITY.

95. As a teen-ager, Kassie DePaiva (Blair Manning) worked at Nashville, Tennessee's Opryland as a singer and, at age 18, debuted as a soloist at the legendary Grand Ole Opry.

96. The actors arrive at the studio between 7:00AM and 9:00AM. They rarely leave before 7:00PM.

97. Roger Howarth (Todd Manning) was awarded the Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Younger Actor in 1994. He also received a nomination as Outstanding Supporting Actor in 1995.

98. Many music stars have made guest appearances on OLTL, including The Beach Boys, Rick James, Bryan White and The Chieftains

99. The largest set ever created for a soap opera was the set for Eterna. It was so huge---over 32 feet high---that it had to be set up in a different studio from where OLTL usually tapes.

100. In the late 1960's, OLTL used to air at 3:30PM, after General Hospital and before Dark Shadows.

101. No teleprompters or cue cards are used on OLTL. Their use was discontinued back in 1988.

102. OLTL's first acting Emmy was awarded to Al Freeman, Jr. (Lt. Ed Hall) in 1979.

103. On May 10, 1993, Clint Ritchie (Clint) was critically injured in a tractor accident. The actor suffered broken vertebrae, crushed ribs and a punctured lung, forcing him to leave OLTL for almost five months. To deal with his absence, Head Writer Micheal Malone quickly scripted a plane crash. Upon his return, Ritchie publicly praised OLTL for their sensitive handling of his accident and privately thanked Robert S. Woods (bo) and Producer Frank Valentini for flying out to California to cheer him up in person. "All the way through, (OLTL) has been a great support system," he smiled.

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