ABC Pilots Update: ‘Triage’, ‘National Parks’ & ‘Dark Horse’ Not Going Forward; ‘Epic’ & ‘Promised Land’ Remain In Contention

BBC in recent days. He has now taken to Twitter with a photograph of his test results to explain where he has been.Huw said he was relieved to have had his jabs completed."Been feeling rough but on the mend now - imagine what it could be like without the 3 jabs for protection," he exclaimed to his followers."Back at work soon.

Jeremy Clarkson.Few could have anticipated that motor-racing trophy winner Kelvin would swap life in the fast lane for the simple life in the country, or indeed that the former soap star would swap Emmerdale's farm for a real life one - but naysayers were proved wrong on both counts when he scored his own TV show.One of the biggest problems facing Kelvin and Liz in their bid to be taken seriously as newbie farmers were the comparisons to Jeremy's Amazon hit show Clarkson's Farm.Kelvin has a message to those who believe there's a similarity: "Watch our show [first] and then make your conclusions yourself."Talking on Netmums Sweat, Snot and Tears podcast, he clarified: "We did get a lot of suggestions that we just ripped it off, or copied it."[However] we were three months into production when Clarkson's show came out."People forget that there's a formal development process , there's a picture process, a commission process - we're three months down the line into filming and then Clarkson's arrives at summertime."He added: "I'm not copying anyone, I've got no need to! We are very confident in who we are."Other differences include age - Kelvin and Liz are a generation younger than Jeremy's at just 38, and the pair recently announced they are expecting twins.Not only will Liz soon be "breastfeeding two babies", but the pair are also learning how to nurture baby animals too.He revealed on the podcast that the pair recently attended a lambing show to teach themselves "lambing as newbies".The comparisons to 61-year-old Top Gear presenter Jeremy might relate to both men being passionate about motorsport.However, Kelvin was quick to clarify: "What we represent is just us."All we are being is ourselves - the mistakes we make are

Scottish stand-up comedian Jane Godley, 61, took to Twitter today to share an optimistic message with her 248,500 followers.The star is suffering from cancer but has admitted she is “grateful” that she didn’t contract the illness in her younger years.Janey was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November 2021 after suffering from stomach pain, frequent urination, bloating and a sore back.On Twitter, she wrote: “Every day I wake up and instead of thinking ‘I have cancer’ and dreading my day…“I make a quick list of what I am grateful for and I suppose I am grateful I didn’t get cancer as a young woman, I got it at 60 years old.“I have to be grateful for all the support I have,” she continued.“I have to be grateful for all the support I have and the fact that chemotherapy isn’t a hateful punishment but a cure to flush out any cancer left behind.“I am grateful for pals on here who have never stopped supporting me and, of course, to my family.”Janey’s fans flooded the comments section with messages of support.Catriona Lawson wrote: “Thank you for your posts; it's so helpful that you've been honest about this awful thing you're going through. Every success and comfort to you.”Christina1 added: “You sharing your story is also helping me appreciate the smaller things and not to take my health for granted.So thank you x.”Anne Colyer commented: “A brilliant and inspiring way of coping, Janey, sending lots of love and hugs.”While Phillip penned: “We’re all here for you Janey! You’re such a strong human being.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorIn what may be a case of unfortunate timing, Kendrick Lamar will appear in an extended Spotify podcast series that examines his classic 2015 album “To Pimp a Butterfly” — premiering Wednesday (Feb. 16).

William Earl Brent Lang has been promoted to Executive Editor of Variety.In his new role, Lang will help guide the venerable showbiz brand’s editorial operations across digital and print platforms. He will continue to oversee Variety’s film, media and theater coverage, and he serves as leader of the New York bureau. “There’s an infinite number of words I would use to describe Brent Lang and my admiration for his breadth of genius, talent and skills as a journalist,” said Claudia Eller, Variety Editor-in-Chief. “He is also one of the most trustworthy, thoughtful and collegial people I’ve ever worked with and it’s a joy to watch him continue to flourish.”Lang most recently served as Executive Editor of Film and Media and New York Bureau Chief.

Ben Croll To follow-up his 2016 debut “Marija,” Swiss filmmaker Michael Koch set his sight skyward, fixing his vision on a remote Alpine farming community both untouched and victim to time. The filmmaker immersed himself in that world, working with village locals, collecting stories and living off the land, and would then channel those experiences into his sophomore feature.Now premiering in competition in Berlin, “A Piece of Sky” follows a taciturn farmhand, Marco (Simon Wisler), and a single mother, Anna (Michèle Brand), who find strength in each other as they build a life in the punishing Alpine range.

Over only a relatively small number of feature films, Italian filmmaker Alice Rohrwacher has established herself as one of the most interesting working today. And it doesn’t appear that she’s going to be stopping anytime soon, as she is already in the middle of filming her latest feature, “La Chimera.” According to Variety, Alice Rohrwacher has started production on “La Chimera,” her newest feature, which will star Josh O’Connor, Isabella Rossellini, Carole Duarte, Alba Rohrwacher, and Vincenzo Nemolato.

“Don’t Say Gay” bill, highlighting the serious harm it could cause to LGBTQ youth.The Republican-backed bill, which is working its way through Florida’s legislature, would ban discussions of LGBTQ issues “in primary grade levels or in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students.”Florida Republicans claim that the bill is a “parental rights” measure which will alert parents to topics that they might otherwise object to. However, Democrats have criticized the legislation, saying it will be interpreted and enforced by school districts in a way that effectively gags any discussion about LGBTQ-related topics, even in passing.Appearing on CNN Newsroom last week, Buttigieg was asked by host Jim Sciutto whether the “Don’t Say Gay” bill is “dangerous.”“Absolutely,” Buttigieg responded.

Glasgow's iconic museum dedicated to city life is to reopen to the public in just over one week's time following months of closure.

Hulu has renewed 2 TV shows so far in 2022 and they’re both big fan favorites!

Prince Andrew has agreed to settle the lawsuit against him from accuser Virginia Giuffre.

The first look at HBO Max’s The Staircase eight-episode series just debuted online!

Sarah Jessica Parker is getting candid about And Just Like That.

Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar Jones

The debut trailer for Netflix‘s new movie Windfall just debuted online!

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services.

Hollywood’s guilds are playing it safe this awards season. Proof of vaccinations will be required for all those attending the SAG Awards, the DGA Awards, the Producers Guild Awards, the Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards, the Art Directors Guild Awards and the Cinematographers Guild’s Publicists Awards Luncheon. And it’s only fitting since Hollywood’s unions were among the first unions in the nation to allow employers to require vaccinations as a condition of employment, which made a safe return to work possible during the two-year-long Covid pandemic.

As Artem Chigvintsev recovers from his pneumonia diagnosis, Nikki Bella shared more information about how the Dancing With the Stars pro is coping amid the health scare.

Keeping it private. Jennifer Lopez has shown some PDA with Ben Affleck since they rekindled their romance last year, but there’s one line she won’t cross.

Not always smooth sailing. Julia Fox hinted at the difficulties in her relationship with Kanye West ahead of their recent breakup.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterABC is passing on three more drama pilots from its 2021 pilot season slate.“National Parks Investigation,” “Triage,” and “Dark Horse” have all been passed over by the network after being in consideration for midseason pickups. Fellow dramas “Epic” and “Promised Land” remain in contention.“National Parks Investigation” boasted Kevin Costner as co-writer and executive producer.