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Wendy Williams is firing back at Wells Fargo over claims she's the victim of «financial exploitation,» saying «she is fine» and «she is of sound mind.»In a statement to ET, Williams' lawyer, LaShawn Thomas, said on Friday that «Wendy wants the world to know that she strenuously denies all allegations about her mental health and well-being.» Thomas also offered details as to why Williams is in a legal battle with Wells Fargo.«Wendy had to unfortunately bring this action because Wells Fargo has refused to honor her Power of Attorney, granting her son authority to make inquiries to the bank on Wendy's behalf,» the statement read.

nominations are in, and the 2022 Oscars are set to be an unforgettable evening celebrating the year’s most impactful work in film. On March 27, writers, directors and actors alike will return to the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, California, for the 94th annual Academy Awards.

EXCLUSIVE: Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer) has signed on to star in Deep Six, an action-thriller from writer-director Scott Windhauser (Death in Texas).

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorAfter almost a month and a half with no performances, Broadway on Hollywood’s production of “Hamilton” returned to the Pantages Theatre on Wednesday with a special audience: 2,600 Los Angeles public high school students.“I can’t imagine a better way to start our last six weeks here in the Pantages,” James Viggiano, company manager for the Los Angeles company of “Hamilton,” told Variety — adding that the return also marks the production’s last leg at the Pantages. “The cast always looks forward to having a house full of students because it’s an energy unlike anything else.”As countless theaters across the country know all too well, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant delays and uncertainties for bringing live performances back to the stage.

Andy Serkis and Michael Sheen look alike for years, but now even their own kids are getting confused.Andy has revealed that Michael’s daughter mistook the Planet of the Apes star for her dad.People have been confusing Michael and Andy for each other for years due to their similar looks, and the 57-year-old actor can recall one incident when Michael’s child Lily excitedly ran up to him at an airport after thinking it was her dad getting off a flight.Andy – who is world renowned for his performance capture work – was being interviewed by The Guardian when he was asked by a reader if anyone has ever asked him for Michael’s autograph. He replied: ‘Ha! No.

Ralf Rangnick could be the latest victim of player power in the Premier League should he lose his job because Manchester United stars are 'annoyed' by his training sessions. The German coach may only be contracted in his current role at Old Trafford until the end of the season, but United have been quick to act in the past if they don't see things going in the right direction.Rangnick wouldn't be the first to lose a job in that manner, with players on occasion visiting chairman in order to share concerns about the middle man.

A game between historic rivals Porto and Sporting Lisbon descended in utter chaos on Friday, with even matchday staff getting involved.The pair faced off in what ended up being a 2-2 draw - but after the game, tempers flared and an incredible five players were subsequently sent off for their involvement in the scuffle.Agustín Marchesín and Pepe of Porto, along with Sebastián Coates, João Palhinha, and Bruno Tabata of Sporting, all received their marching orders as the Primeira Liga encounter became marred with post-game fighting.Even more remarkably, it appeared that ball boys and stewards got involved as well. Stunner viewers online gave their thoughts to the wild scenes.One jokes that the ending result was like WWE.

The most expensive home in America, described as "a modern masterpiece", could sell for up to a whopping $500 million (£370 million) at auction if it doesn't sell quickly. On Friday, the Los Angeles, California dream property became the most expensive listing in the US when it was listed for $295 million (£217 million).However, if it doesn't sell by February it will be auctioned and could fetch up to $500 million.The 105,000-square-foot mega mansion, which features an excessive 21 bedrooms and 42 bathrooms, was built by Nile Niami, a Hollywood-producer-turned-developer, who promoted the hilltop haunt as the “biggest and most expensive modern home in America".Because of Miami's growing costs the project plunged into mayhem and it was placed into receivership last year, meaning that as part of a bankruptcy agreement it could be flogged to the highest bidder if it doesn't sell quickly.“It’s a modern masterpiece,” said Branden Williams, of The Beverly Hills Estates, which is representing the property along with Aaron Kirman of Aaron Kirman Group at Compass.

Adele seemed to confirm her engagement to NBA Sports agent Rich Paul on the Graham Norton show on Friday (February 11).The 33-year-old chart topper found herself in a bit of a corner when the BBC host quizzed her over the gigantic ring that was placed on her wedding finger.Speaking about Adele's performance at the BRIT Awards 2022 earlier in the week, Graham said: "I don't know if anyone noticed when you were sat at the piano singing, microphone in right hand.... the left hand didn't move as much as normal.Then the host joked: "It almost seemed heavier."The award-winning artist began to laugh, before Graham prompted: "Is there...?"Interjecting, Adele barked back: "As if I would ever tell anyone if I was or wasn't."With the ring in full view of the camera, she added: "It's lovely though ain't it?"Graham commented: "I have to say as a casual observer it looks like you are."Adele laughed and coyly agreed: "Alright," as Graham cheekily chirped: "I'm taking that as a yes."The Rolling In The Deep star's fans were convinced that Adele and Rich Paul had taken their romance to the next level when the songstress stepped out on the red carpet of the BRITs on Tuesday (February 8) with a huge ring on that finger.If one thing was clear, Adele certainly wasn't hiding the diamond from view as she posed for snaps on the red carpet with sparkling jewel in eyesight.It didn't take long for eagle-eyed fans to notice the gigantic rock, with many taking to Twitter to air their thoughts.One person penned: "Anyone else notice Adele wearing a huge diamond ring on her finger.

Drill rap music, which extolls violence in the pursuit of riches, is not something New York Mayor Eric Adams wants on social media.

An Ohio developer says he is moving forward with construction on a controversial housing project in Dave Chappelle’s hometown of Yellow Springs following a heated village council meeting that saw the comic icon threaten to withdraw millions in planned investments in the community. "Construction should commence in early spring," George Oberer, the CEO of Oberer Homes, told Dayton Daily News, the major local newspaper. Chappelle received criticism earlier this week after the paper reported his opposition to the developer’s plan – which sought to add dozens of multiple-family homes to the village, which in 2019 had less than 4,000 residents, according to the U.S.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVLast year while Holly Robinson Peete was promoting her two Hallmark holiday films, she mentioned she wanted to do one featuring someone on the autism spectrum. Now, she has her chance.Peete stars in and executive produces “The Christmas Bond” (working title), a new 2021 holiday movie for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries that also stars Lyriq Bent and Nik Sanchez, Variety has learned exclusively.The film, which is set to begin production now, follows a single mother (played by Peete) and her teenage son with autism (played by Sanchez), who come to a crossroad during Christmas.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not watched “My Least Favorite Year,” the Season 2 premiere of “The Morning Show,” streaming now on Apple TV Plus.It’s been almost two years since the first season of “The Morning Show” arrived on Apple TV Plus, starting its dramatic tale set the behind-the-scenes of a national morning news show with accusations of sexual misconduct against anchor Mitch Kessler (Steve Carell).

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVDuring Scott Foley’s 25-year film and television career, he’s gone meta and played someone working in the industry (as Roman Bridger in “Scream 3”), and he’s worked on a competition program (as a host and judge on “Ellen’s Next Great Designer”). But now his latest project, “The Big Leap” for Fox, combines those two elements, creating a wholly different experience for the veteran actor.Foley stars as Nick Smart, the boss behind the dance show-within-the-show on “The Big Leap” from executive producers Liz Heldens and Jason Winer.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not watched the first three episodes of “Y: The Last Man,” streaming now on FX on Hulu.In adapting Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra’s graphic novel series, “Y: The Last Man,” for television, showrunner Eliza Clark thought a lot about where she wanted her version of the story to go in order to determine where she needed it to begin.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVMaya Rudolph has picked up a second consecutive guest comedy actress Emmy for “Saturday Night Live,” just hours after she picked up her second consecutive character voice-over performance Emmy.In 2020, Rudolph won guest comedy actress for appearing as then-Sen. Kamala Harris in the Eddie Murphy-hosted episode of NBC’s late-night sketch comedy series.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVDave Chappelle won the guest comedy actor Emmy for hosting “Saturday Night Live.”This was one of four Emmys for which he was nominated this year. The other three were all for his Netflix stand-up comedy special “8:46.” While he lost the variety special directing and variety special writing awards to Bo Burnham for “Bo Burnham: Inside,” the results of the variety special (pre-recorded) race are still to be announced, during the Sunday, Sept.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not watched the first season of “Pretty Hard Cases,” streaming now on IMDb TV.For seven seasons, Adrienne C. Moore played an inmate nicknamed Black Cindy on Netflix’s dark comedy “Orange Is the New Black,” set in a women’s prison Litchfield Penitentiary.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVMore than two decades ago, “CSI” broke the mold for broadcast police procedurals by following scientific evidence instead of biased or unreliable human testimony. During the 15 years the show was on and the six years since it ended, police work has been put under a much more public microscope with many bad behaviors exposed.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVCBS announced that “Big Brother: Celebrity Edition” has been renewed for a third season that will premiere in February 2022.“Big Brother: Celebrity Edition” Season 3 will once again be hosted by Julie Chen Moonves and feature a to-be-announced group of celebrities living together in the “Big Brother” house where they will be filmed 24/7 (which viewers can watch via the live feeds on Paramount Plus) and compete for a grand prize.No information is yet known on the amount of the prize money in this upcoming third season of “Celebrity Edition,” nor whether it will go to the celebrity that wins or a charity of his or her choosing.

Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVSPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not watched “Pat Becomes #1 in Daytime,” the sixth episode of “The Other Two” Season 2.Right out of the gate, the second season of “The Other Two” expanded the fame within the Dubek family to include matriarch Pat (Molly Shannon) in addition to youngest child Chase (Case Walker).