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Daily Archives : Jan 19, 2016

Hit TV Drama to Tone Down the Celebrity Guests

In response to rumors about who will be making guest appearances in the upcoming season of the hit Fox drama series “Empire,” co-creator and executive producer Danny Strong threw cold water on the rumors. The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed reports…

Popular Comedy Series on Indefinite Hiatus — Will It Be Back?

With a popular comedy series seemingly caught in limbo, the network boss said the show’s fate has yet to be decided. The Los Angeles Times reports that FX Networks Chief Executive John Landgraf talked about the outlook for “Louie” over…

Oscars’ Diversity Problem: Stars Boycott the Awards

Since the Academy Awards last week announced another all-white list of nominees in the acting categories — for the second year in a row — a backlash has been building in Hollywood, with some big names announcing that they will…

Actress Under Investigation After Playing a Role in the Sean Penn-El Chapo Interview

A Mexican actress who surfaced as a key player in setting up Sean Penn’s widely publicized interview with Mexican drug lord El Chapo is under investigation. CNN reports that Mexico’s attorney general said Kate del Castillo is being investigated on…

Popular Marvel Series Renewed

A Marvel superhero drama that has received rave reviews along with popular approval has been renewed. The Hollywood Reporter’s Live Feed reports that Netflix picked up “Jessica Jones” for a second season. The streaming service announced the renewal Sunday at…

Critics’ Choice Awards: A TV Drama Breaks Out, an Action Movie Dominates and an Oscar Contender Wins Best Picture

One of the most exciting things about the television industry is when a little-seen basic cable show bursts out of the gate of its freshman season to widespread acclaim, often, as “Mad Men” did for AMC, redefining its parent network….