David Muir, Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager all receive Emmy nominations

Scott Patterson did not enjoy his body being "objectified" while filming the hit television series "Gilmore Girls." On a recent episode of his podcast, "I Am All In With Scott Patterson," the star detailed a scene from Season Three when Lorelai, played by Lauren Graham, and Sookie, played by Melissa McCarthy, commented on the "nice shape" of Patterson’s character Luke Danes' behind. "Objectifying somebody's body part? Yeah, that was disturbing," Patterson said. "It is infuriating because you're being treated like an object.  "And it's disturbing, and it's disgusting, and I had to endure that through that entire scene and many takes … It was the most disturbing time I have ever spent on that set.

Late "Star Trek" actress Nichelle Nichols’ ashes will boldly go where few have gone before when they are launched into space aboard a historic Enterprise Flight later this year. Nichols, who was known for playing the iconic Lieutenant Nyota Uhura on all three seasons of the original show from 1966-1969, died on July 31. She was 89.

Variety and Rolling Stone Truth Seekers Summit presented by Showtime Documentary Films, journalists, filmmakers, comedians and producers took part in extensive conversations about pursuing the truth in different formats like documentaries, news programming and comedy. The summit took place on Thursday in New York, and was additionally streamed to coincide with the launch of the Truth Seekers journal, a special issue collaboration between Variety and Rolling Stone. With keynote conversations, interviews and roundtables from the likes of Barbara Kopple, Lesley Stahl, W. Kamau Bell, Ramin Bahrani and more, here are our top takeaways from the summit:

Amy Nicholson “Me Time,” a slapdash comedy by writer-director John Hamburg (“I Love You, Man”), stars Kevin Hart as Sonny Fisher, a stay-at-home parent suffering from what Betty Friedan labeled “the problem with no name.” Sonny feels lonely and out-of-step around adults with concerns more grown-up than his fixation on minivan technology, elementary school talent shows and a proposal to include plant-based milks in the cafeteria. His wife Maya (Regina Hall), a high-powered architect, proposes that he press pause on his domestic responsibilities to reconnect with his own inner needs. She’ll take their two kids Dash and Ava (Che Tafari and Amentii Sledge) over spring break if he’ll agree to attend the 44th birthday blowout extravaganza of his childhood best friend Huck (Mark Wahlberg), a footloose, Peter Pan-esque party boy whose company isn’t much more mature.

David Muir is one of the busiest journalists in the business, helming one of the most watched primetime news shows in the country.MORE: David Muir, Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager all receive Emmy nominationsBut the ABC star took a step back from World News Tonight to take some time for himself, giving fans a glimpse of his vacation.VIDEO: David Muir's glimpse into his lavish homeHe shared a photograph of himself on Instagram taking in the sun and water in Dubrovnik, Croatia, simply captioning it: "Dubrovnik is magical."He went for the casual look, a black tee showing off his muscular frame with a pair of blue shorts and sunglasses, a departure from his usual on-air sleek suits.MORE: David Muir opens up about childhood and career origin in rare interviewDavid's fans loved seeing the intimate peek into his private life, with colleague and friend Deborah Roberts commenting: "It's my happy place. Enjoy!!"Another of his friends quipped: "Wow….

Savannah Guthrie isn't just a respected broadcaster and interviewer who many wake up to on Today each morning to deliver the latest news.MORE: Savannah Guthrie reveals real reason she was absent from Today in new photo at homeIn fact, the star is also a talented singer - although she didn't necessarily want everyone to know this! In a fun interview earlier in the year alongside co-star Hoda Kotb, Savannah admitted that she was "mad" at Hoda after she ended up spilling the beans about her singing skills.Savannah was asked by Good Housekeeping what she would do if she wasn't on Today and she said that she would like to write music and play the guitar in coffee shops.VIDEO: A look at Savannah Guthrie's very private family lifeHoda interjected, saying: "Can I up you?" and went on to explain that "Savannah once sent me the most beautiful song and said 'Please don't share it with anyone,' but I didn't know what she meant by 'anyone,' and I asked some people 'Who do you think this is?' and it was you [Savannah]. And one day she will be writing songs and she will be singing."MORE: Savannah Guthrie reveals what she really thinks of Hoda KotbMORE: Hoda Kotb left 'disgusted' live on air in segment with Jenna Bush HagerHoda added: "Remember that time you got mad? You got mad at me." Savannah replied: "Yes because I said 'I sent this to you for your eyes only and then she like added ten.""Oh yes I remember now, the New York Times were doing a profile on you and I sent it to them!," Hoda responded.

Hoda Kotb is beloved by many not just on Today but beyond, and received a sweet surprise ahead of her birthday on the set of the show.MORE: Hoda Kotb overcome with emotion after heartwarming reunion on TodayWalker Hayes, who has frequently made appearances on the show and has developed a great bond with Hoda, gave her a surprise present while on set.VIDEO: Hoda Kotb overcome with emotion after heartwarming reunionAfter his performance, he met the host and her two daughters, Haley and Hope, to present her with the plaque that certified his record, Country Stuff the Album, with gold.As he presented her the honor, Hoda was clearly overcome and on the verge of tears as she couldn't stop gushing over the sweet gesture.MORE: Hoda Kotb jokes about her fears of getting fired alongside Savannah Guthrie"Look, girls, this can go in your room," Walker told her daughters, and the anchor simply exclaimed: "Oh my god," before leaning in to give him a big hug."I'm going to hang this in my office, are you kidding me," she said, holding it up for the camera to see, touched deeply by the gesture.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Walker presented Hoda with a gold plaque that his album had received"How to say thank you @walkerhayes for an incredible concert @todayshow and then this.

4th Hour with Hoda and Jenna, taking over Kathie Lee Gifford's spot, Jenna Bush Hager has made an undisputable impact on the Today family and its loyal viewers.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager shares powerful message about body confidenceFans love her for her bold and zesty energy, as well as her palpable chemistry with sidekick Hoda Kotb, and she has left a mark with the impressive growth of her Reading with Jenna book club.Now, as the two co-hosts sit down with an astrologist who read both of their birth charts, Jenna's reading was telling of her position on Today, and how she is only getting started!WATCH: Jenna's rise to fameMORE: Jenna Bush Hager commemorates her son's unbelievable milestone with never-before-seen family photosAstrologer Jennifer Racioppi further proved to the hosts just what a good match they are when she said: "You both are fire signs so you do excellent work together." Hoda is a Leo, while Jenna is a Sagittarius.As Jennifer detailed the inner workings of the mom-of-three according to her birth chart, her co-star couldn't help but agree with everything being revealed."[You're] here to spread the truth, speak the truth.

A disappointing snub. Chrissy Metz is sharing her true feelings about This Is Us costar Mandy Moore not being nominated for the 2022 Emmy Awards.

Hoda Kotb has been hosting Today alongside co-anchor Savannah Guthrie for the past few years, and is enjoying every moment of it.MORE: Hoda Kotb left 'disgusted' live on air in segment with Jenna Bush HagerHowever, the Today star has admitted that she lives in "constant fear of being fired" for a surprising and hilarious reason!In a recent interview with Good Housekeeping, she explained that she's always in hysterics with Savannah off air, so when it comes to going back on after a commercial, she's always worried about maintaining her composure.VIDEO: Hoda Kotb's family life - all we knowShe said: "Because Savannah and I are getting closer and closer because of how we are together, she's this incredible problem solver and I also feel like she's secretly nasty funny and it's scary because when you're on set in commercial and she's whispering to me I'm terrified.MORE: Hoda Kotb is left lost for words - literally - during cooking segment on TodayMORE: Jenna Bush Hager is unimpressed as she's presented with an epic family throwback photo"I live in fear of being fired in a moment because she's like 'Hoda, zip it,' and they [the producers] are like 'Three, two one,' and she's calm!"Hoda sweetly added: "The one thing I've learnt about Savannah is if I'm ever confused about something - childcare, relationship questions, whatever it is, if i talk to Savannah and it's like crystal clear in a second and that doesn't happen with a lot of people." Hoda Kotb revealed she was afraid of being fired in a tongue-in-cheek remarkHoda joined Savannah in the main hosting seats on Today following Matt Lauer's firing in 2017.MORE: Hoda Kotb gives emotional perspective on heartbreak during chat on TodayMORE: Hoda Kotb pays tribute to rarely-seen

MORE: Hoda Kotb left 'disgusted' live on air in segment with Jenna Bush HagerHoda is raising her two daughters with ex-fiance Joel Schiffman after they split earlier in 2022. The picture showed Hoda with her sister Hala and mom Sameha, and her two girls Haley Joy, five, and three-year-old Hope Catherine.

Hoda Kotb delivered some sad news at the start of the week as she co-hosted Monday's Today alongside Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin.MORE: Hoda Kotb left 'disgusted' live on air in segment with Jenna Bush HagerThe NBC daytime star announced on the show during the news segment that Hollywood star Pat Carroll had passed away aged 95.She said: "Some sad news from Hollywood this morning. Award-winning actress and comedian Pat Carroll has died.VIDEO: All we know about Today's Hoda Kotb's family life "Carroll was a TV mainstay for decades, she won an Emmy in 1959 for her work on Caesar's Hour and later a new generation would come to know her as the voice of Ursula in The Little Mermaid.

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Today Show, Bobbie Thomas is no stranger, having been the show's Style Editor for over fifteen years.MORE: Hoda Kotb and new co-star are lost for words - literally - during fun cooking segmentSome may also know the star had to step away from her role in 2021, after her husband, Michael Marion, tragically died aged 44 after a bacterial infection led to organ failure.Bobbie was welcomed back with open arms by none other than Hoda Kotb, and this past June marked a year since the television personality spoke out for the first time on the show about the tragic death, and raising her 7-year-old, Miles.WATCH: Savannah Guthrie and Hoda brave the pouring rain mid-showMORE: Dylan Dreyer gets competitive during impressive beach video with her husbandUpon returning to Today, her very first instinct was to pay a heartfelt tribute to Hoda and the rest of the NBC family, saying: "I couldn't wait to embrace @hodakotb last week after this past year."Looking back on her difficult year, she expressed gratitude to everyone who supported her, writing: "I'm also in awe of the kindness extended from so many.

Hoda Kotb is one of daytime television's most recognizable faces, and she is a household name among fans of the Today Show and beyond.MORE: Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie deliver bad news about climate on TodayHowever, during a recent conversation with her co-star, Jenna Bush Hager, on 4th Hour with Hoda and Jenna, the host wasn't afraid to admit that through great success there are sometimes regrets as well.As the two hosts opened up and revealed a time in their lives they wish they could go back to, Hoda made a sentimental confession about her storied career.WATCH: Hoda busts out her best moves on air MORE: Savannah Guthrie has unpredicted 'baby talk' chat with co-star Hoda Kotb in fun Today segment"I would probably go back to a time where I was stressed and probably should not have been," she stated.She further explained that: "My first few jobs, I think I romanticized what it was like, like I was describing it as like, 'Oh my god it was me and all these fun people,' but I think deep down I felt not good enough."The star got candid about her past feelings, saying: "I was afraid.

Dylan Dreyer is one determined woman. The Today show presenter is happily married to her husband, Brian Fichera, but that doesn't mean she's about to let him win.Taking to Instagram, Dylan shared a video of the pair battling it out on the beach in a running race. MORE: Dylan Dreyer reveals her son's adorable resemblance to Prince GeorgeIn the clip, the mom-of-three makes serious strides as she surges powerfully forward through the sand - while her husband faceplants behind her. WATCH: Dylan Dreyer films the reality of living with young children Dylan captioned the post: "If you follow @fishlense perhaps you saw the video of him and me racing…and Brian winning.

Today with Hoda and Jenna, whether it's talking about cheat meals or trying out new dishes.MORE: Savannah Guthrie sparks emotional response from Jenna Bush Hager with unexpected baby videoHowever, Jenna Bush Hager was particularly affected when she learned that Klondike's Chocolate Tacos were to be discontinued.VIDEO: Jenna Bush Hager's rise to fameOn the latest episode of the show, she delivered an impassioned speech celebrating the dessert to Hoda Kotb, and it was as dramatic as could be."Goodbye, to this beautiful chocolate cone taco, filled with delicious ice cream and a few nuts," she said as she tore into one and the camera cut to black and white, with Hoda encouraging her.MORE: Savannah Guthrie sparks emotional response from Jenna Bush Hager with unexpected baby videoSweeping music played as Jenna bit into one of the tacos in slow motion and continued: "This deserves a memorial. And we will celebrate it today.""Oh, it's sad," Hoda joked as Jenna implored it to "rest in peace" and asked for tissues to help wipe them off.

Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie are back together on Today, having reunited following their respective vacations.MORE: Hoda Kotb left 'disgusted' live on air in segment with Jenna Bush HagerThe duo are the first to deliver breaking news, along with lighthearted showbiz gossip to their viewers around the United States, and on Tuesday's show they had a worrying segment about climate change.The pair were not long into the show before they told watchers at home about California's wildfires - which are the worst of the season.VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb's family life away from the spotlight "Thousands of homes are at risk," Hoda explained, and while she said that firefighters had made "progress", the fire was "so big" that it was visible from space.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager is unimpressed as she's presented with an epic family throwback photoMORE: Hoda Kotb gives emotional perspective on heartbreak during chat on TodayAlso on the show, Hoda and Savannah delivered more upbeat news reports too, including the fact that the Mega Millions jackpot is nearing $1 billion, and the efforts being put into place to help protect pandas.On Monday's show, meanwhile, Hoda and Savannah found themselves in an unconventional discussion on air about the concept of baby talk.Thousands of people in California are fleeing this summer’s largest wildfire in the area.

The Television Academy has announced the awards categories that will be presented during the 74th Emmy Awards, which will be broadcast live on NBC from the Microsoft Theater on Monday, Sept. 12, and the 2022 Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremonies, which will take place in the same location Saturday, Sept. 3, and Sunday, Sept. 4. An edited presentation will air Sept. 10, on FXX.

David Muir has become one of the most recognizable faces in journalism nationwide as the anchor for World News Tonight on ABC News.MORE: David Muir gushes over bond with Kelly Ripa's children in latest interviewThe journalist has rarely opened up about his own personal life, though, and in a recent interview, touched on his early love for the profession.VIDEO: David Muir's glimpse into his lavish homeSpeaking to Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest on Live with Kelly and Ryan, he was asked about delivering the commencement address at Syracuse University in May.Kelly praised him for his "poignant" speech, stating to graduates that they "need you," which inspired David to talk about his own upbringing in Syracuse.MORE: David Muir sparks conversation with shirtless vacation photo"I'm from there, so it was remarkable to be invited back," he said.

Savannah Guthrie was missing her partner-in-crime Hoda Kotb on Today last week, but on Monday's show they were back together again.MORE: Hoda Kotb left 'disgusted' by unconventional cocktail during hilarious segment on TodayThe pair were joined by Sheinelle Jones and Tom Llamas for the majority of the program, and in one segment things took an unpredicted turn as they discussed the topic of "baby talk".Savannah explained to viewers and her co-stars that a new study has found that the notion of baby talk is universal, and that it has a positive impact on the baby's learning development.VIDEO: Today's Savannah Guthrie gives rare insight into family life away from workAt one point, Hoda turned to Savannah and asked her whether she and her husband Mike Feldman chat to each other in baby talk. "Would I do it to Mike? No!" Savannah replied swiftly.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager is unimpressed as she's presented with an epic family throwback photoMORE: Hoda Kotb gives emotional perspective on heartbreak during chat on TodayThey then turned to Tom, who said: "My mom still talks to me in baby talk and the results have been off the charts."Do you want us to talk to you in baby talk Tommy?" Savannah replied laughing, as Sheinelle then ended the segment for the commercial, telling viewers: "We'll be right back!" as Savannah echoed: "Oh yes we will, oh yes we will!"A new study has found that baby talk is universal.