Aline Brosh McKenna’s Lean Machine Hires Heather Morris as Vice President of Development, Production

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Spotify.According to them, Jezebel is a song for strong, independent women, who blaze their own trail.Previously speaking to Metro.co.uk, the Rasmus revealed they were excited to represent Finnish culture.‘We come from Finland and want to tell stories about Finland, we want to talk about Finnish culture, which is… different,’ drummer Aki explained.‘All the classic stories about guys having knives, and polar bears walking on the street and stuff like that. That is true, all of it!’This week, Russia was banned from participating in Eurovision 2022, which will start on May 10, following outrage from several countries during the invasion of Ukraine.The EBU said the inclusion of a Russian entry – which hadn’t yet been chosen – in this year’s Contest would bring the competition into disrepute.The statement read: ‘The EBU has announced that no Russian act will participate in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.‘The Executive Board of the EBU made the decision following a recommendation earlier today by the Eurovision Song Contest’s governing body, the Reference Group, based on the rules of the event and the values of the EBU.

told The Sun: ‘Maddy and Dougie seemed to be a great match. ‘They had a lot in common, including their passion for unusual animals, like insects and reptiles.‘But like a lot of couples they found lockdown very hard and they decided to split last year.‘It was a very upsetting time for both of them, but the decision was mutual.’Dougie previously dated stars like Ellie Goulding and Frankie Bridge.Ellie is now married to Casper Jopling but Dougie admitted at the time that he’d swerved the big day.Speaking to The Sun Online, Dougie said: ‘I did [get an invite] but I didn’t really think it was appropriate.’He added the Love Me Like You Do singer: ‘But yeah, we are on good terms.’When asked if he’d seen Ellie lately: ‘No, not recently.’McFly star Dougie and Burn singer Ellie dated on and off from May 2014, and it’s no secret they remained on good terms after their final break up in 2016.Dougie’s bandmates, meanwhile, are loved up, with Tom Fletcher married to wife Giovanna and Harry Judd tying the knot with wife Izzy in 2012.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds will be matching up to $1million (£745,711) in donations to the United Nations Refugee Agency as Russia’s attack on Ukraine intensifies.President Vladimir Putin declared war against Ukraine around 5am local time on Thursday, ordering troops into the neighboring country in a three-pronged invasion from the north, east, and south, appearing to target the cities of Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Kherson.The Canadian actor, 45, and his wife took to Twitter and urged their followers to donate with a link inserted the post. Alongside it, Ryan tweeted: ‘In 48 hours, countless Ukrainians were forced to flee their homes to neighboring countries.‘They need protection.

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Wilson Chapman editorThe Alliance for Women Film Composers (AWFC) has released a statement condemning the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ decision to not broadcast the best original score category live during this year’s Oscar ceremony.The Academy first confirmed its decision to present several Oscar categories outside of the live March 27 telecast on Tuesday, via a letter from president David Rubin that was sent to Academy membership. The letter explained that these awards will instead be given out an hour prior to the on-camera ceremony, with clips from the speeches being incorporated into the telecast.

shot in Houston.The artist, 36, whose real name is LePreston Porter, was found in a ditch near to an SUV on Friday having suffered gunshot wounds to the neck.He received CPR and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition, and was "fighting for his life" according to a post from his official Instagram account.Sadly, a new post from that same Instagram account has now confirmed the news of his passing. Alongside a picture of the rap star, a caption reads: " Gone in body, but your NAME & LEGACY will live forever! #TeamYayo4Life."This is a breaking news story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest updates.

Meghan Markle are said to be facing a hefty 'council tax' bill on their American mansion, according to reports.It's believed that the former military serviceman and retired actress faced bills of over £100k (in two £50k instalments) over the past tax year. Documents uncovered by the Sunday Mirror claim that the cost of £51,978 came in two separate instalments for the couple.

Khloe Kardashian is enjoying a night out with her friends!

Trayvon Martin was tragically killed on Feb 26, 2012 at the hands of former Neighborhood Watch captain George Zimmerman, who was allegedly racially profiling him at the time for being suspicious. The case sparked nationwide outrage, with protesters calling for justice for the 17-year-old boy. During a memorial held for her son a decade later, Trayvon’s mother, Sybrina Fulton, said, “If you don’t do anything else, don’t give up. That’s my message. Don’t ever give up. Ten years later and I’m still standing strong.” Here’s everything you need to know about the trial surrounding Trayvon’s shooting and death.

Sometimes, the sidelines are the most fun place to be…at least Prince George, 8, made them look that was as he hilariously stuck out his tongue and whispered with parents Prince William and Kate Middleton while attending a rugby match on Feb. 26. The trio were all smiles, class, and British spirit in new photos, where they chuckled amongst themselves, sang along to the national anthem, and cheered on their home team.

Rihanna is ‘proud’ to show off her bare baby bump as her boyfriend and father of her baby, A$AP Rocky, is making ‘sure she’s comfortable 100 percent of the time’ during her pregnancy.

Kanye West says he takes issue with Kim Kardashian's claim that the rapper's «been putting a lot of misinformation regarding our private matters and co-parenting on social media,» because he says she can't prove he wrote the social media posts.According to new legal documents, obtained by ET, the rapper claims Kim's allegations of «misinformation» is «double hearsay.» He claims that his estranged wife, for starters, never bothered to attached the said social media posts to her declaration and «Kim needed to offer the social media posts into evidence» as well as «show that the posts were written by Kanye.»The rapper claims that had that been done, «the posts would be admissible as statements» but since Kim didn't submit the social media posts in her declaration, it's therefore not in the record. And as such, West wants Kim's «misinformation» statement to be inadmissible at a hearing next week when a judge is set to decide whether to grant Kim's request that she be declared legally single.Kim filed legal docs earlier this week saying Kanye's «misinformation» campaign on social media «has created emotional distress.» Among some of those posts includes attacking her boyfriend, Pete Davidson.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterNat Geo has set its slate for the fall season, Variety has learned exclusively.Six natural history global series and specials will debut this fall. Those include the digital premiere of the documentary film “Akashinga: The Brave Ones” from three-time Academy Award winner James Cameron and director Maria Wilhelm.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterKerry Washington and her Simpson Street production banner have renewed their overall deal with ABC studios for a further three years.“Since its inception, Simpson Street has focused on using art and entertainment to amplify the human experience and weave narratives that honor our unique differences while connecting us through our shared humanity,” said Washington. ”I’m so proud of the foundation we’ve laid, and I am excited to extend our partnership with Jonnie Davis and the extraordinary team at ABC Studios who have shared in our vision from the very beginning.”The news comes after Washington and Simpson Street received four Emmy nominations on Tuesday.

Nellie Andreeva, Denise Petski Crazy Ex-Girlfriend co-creator Aline Brosh McKenna has brought in Heather Morris as VP of Development and Production at her ABC Studios-based Lean Machine production company. Morris will identify and develop projects for the company under the overall deal Brosh McKenna signed in January with ABC Studios, a part of Disney Television Studios.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterHBO has optioned a book proposal about the hunt for a COVID-19 vaccine with Adam McKay onboard as an executive producer, Variety has confirmed.The potential limited series is based on the book proposal “The First Shot” by Brendan Borrell.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterDenis Leary has signed a broadcast development deal with Fox Entertainment.Under the deal, Leary and his production company, Amoeba, will develop and produce series for Fox. Leary may also star in any series developed under the agreement, which encompasses comedy, drama, and animation.“Everyone at Amoeba is excited about this partnership and we look forward to creating new, cutting-edge content at Fox,” Leary said.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterVince Vaughn is attached to executive produce an animated comedy series in the works at Fox, Variety has learned exclusively.Fox has given Vaughn, Victoria Vaughn, and Peter Billingsly’s Wild West Picture Show production company a blind script deal for an animated series. No writer is currently attached, but Fox Entertainment will produce.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterHulu has optioned the rights to Curtis Sittenfeld’s alternative history book “Rodham,” which takes place in a world in which Hillary Rodham never married Bill Clinton.The series is described as telling the story of an ambitious young woman, developing her extraordinary mind in the latter part of the 20th century, moving from idealism to cynicism and all the way back again.Sarah Treem is attached to write and executive produce the project. “The Handmaid’s Tale” executive producer Warren Littlefield will also executive produce “Rodham” via The Littlefield Company along with Sittenfeld.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterABC is developing a drama series with both Eva Longoria and Forest Whitaker attached as executive producers.Titled “Chicano,” the series is inspired by the novel of the same name Richard Vasquez. It tells the multi-generational story of the Sandovals, a Mexican-American family that immigrates to Los Angeles in pursuit of the American Dream.