Hallmark Media President & CEO Wonya Lucas to Step Down

Hallmark Channel has four brand new fall movies coming in October 2023.

A man has appeared in court to deny the murder of schoolboy Dylan Bragger.

Killers Of The Flower Moon actor Lily Gladstone has described Yellowstone as a “delusional” portrayal of the American West.The American neo-Western drama created by Taylor Sheridan and starring Kevin Costner premiered in June 2018, with the second part of the fifth and final season due to air this November.The show follows the Dutton family who own the Yellowstone Dutton ranch, and the conflicts they face from groups along their shared borders – including an Indian reservation, a cattle ranch and land developers.Gladstone – who featured in Martin Scorsese‘s Killers of the Flower Moon – said that she found Yellowstone‘s depiction of the American West “delusional” and “deplorable” in an interview with Vulture.She added that she’d previously auditioned for the show, having worked on projects with both Native and non-Native creators, sharing: “No offence to the Native talent in that. I auditioned several times.

Olivia Rodrigo has spoken about why she’ll never watch The Idol.The pop star said in a new interview that she has no interest in watching the HBO show because she regards it as anti-feminist.“I don’t have the desire to [watch it],” Rodrigo told The Guardian. “I remember walking out of Barbie and being like, ‘Wow, it’s so long since I’ve seen a movie that is female-centred in a way that isn’t sexual or about her pain or her being traumatised.’”The Idol, which stars Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye), was originally pitched as a satire about the music industry that follows Depp’s pop star Jocelyn as she frees herself from a toxic relationship with Tesfaye’s club owner/cult leader Tedros.But when Euphoria creator Sam Levinson took over after the exit of director Amy Seimetz, he reportedly turned Seimetz’ vision on its head, stuffing the season with a large number of sex scenes and providing little commentary on its original themes.“The Idol was one of HBO’s most provocative original programs, and we’re pleased by the strong audience response,” HBO said when it announced the series’ cancellation last month.“After much thought and consideration, HBO, as well as the creators and producers have decided not to move forward with a second season.

Priscilla have been shared – including when the biographical film will be released in cinemas. Find out more below.The upcoming biographical movie has been written and directed by Coppola for A24, and is set for release later this year.

Smash Mouth vocalist Steve Harwell has died at the age of 56.The singer was admitted to a hospice earlier this week to receive care in the final stages of liver failure.Band manager Robert Hayes confirmed the news of Harwell’s death in a statement to Rolling Stone, saying that the singer died at his home in Boise, Idaho “surrounded by family and friends”.Hayes added that the musician “passed peacefully and comfortably”. He didn’t clarify the cause of death to Rolling Stone, however Harwell had been in hospice care following medical complications.“Steve’s iconic voice is one of the most recognisable voices from his generation,” Hayes continued in his statement.

reported missing last week when he failed to turn up to his performance at the Northamptonshire festival. After an extensive search by local police and various rescue teams it was confirmed by authorities that a body had been found in the early hours of Thursday morning (August 31).At the time a formal identification had yet to take place, however, Odubanjo’s family were informed of the update.

Miley Cyrus has revealed that she “didn’t make a dime” from her 2014 ‘Bangerz Tour‘ thanks to going big on stage props and more.The singer-songwriter spent her own money on the “outlandish” tour, which saw her arrive on the stage each night by sliding down a giant replica of her tongue that was poking out of the side of a mouth.Although the tour ended up grossing $62.9million (£49million) the star didn’t make any profit from it herself.The Sun newspaper’s Bizarre column reported that Cyrus said: “It was an investment in myself. A lot of these ideas were so outlandish that no one wanted to support me in making these items.“I had big puppets, oversized beds, I arrived on stage by sliding down [a giant model of] my own tongue.“I didn’t make a dime on this tour because I wanted it to be excellent, and when everyone kept saying ‘Why are you doing this? You are going to do, like, a hundred shows and you are not going to make any money?’“I said there is no one I would rather invest in than myself.

Simple Minds have shared details of a UK and Ireland tour next spring.The Scottish band have announced the new leg of their ‘Global Tour 2024′ following the recent news of dates in Australia and New Zealand next year.It follows last year’s ’40 Years Of Hits Tour’ and will be their biggest overall tour since 1985.Tickets for the UK and Ireland shows go on general sale from 9am BST this Friday (September 8) here.The UK and Ireland leg of Simple Minds’ tour kicks off at Leeds’ First Direct Arena on March March. It’s followed by eight more UK shows (minus an Ireland show at Dublin’s 3Arena), culminating in a hometown concert at Glasgow’s The OVO Hydro on March 29.Singer Jim Kerr said: “Concerts are the life blood of Simple Minds, it’s where we and our audience come alive and energised through music.

Steve Harwell, former lead vocalist and co-founder of rock band Smash Mouth, known for its 1999 hit “All Star,” died Monday at his home in Boise, Idaho, just days after entering hospice for complications of liver failure, the New York Times reported. He was 56.

Human Rights Watch states the case very clearly: North Korea “remains one of the most repressive countries in the world.”

Holly Willoughby fans will be thrilled at the news that they can get their hands on one of her stunning dresses at an incredible discounted price. In July, the This Morning presenter shared a snap to her Wylde Moon Instagram account, wearing the Ghost V-Neck Tie Detail Midaxi Tea Dress in a dusty-pink hue. Now, the beautiful piece is reduced to £40 from £79 - saving shoppers an impressive £39.

Denzel Washington is another star who likes to do his own stunts in his movies.

Katherine Ryan has revealed that her parents originally thought her partner Bobby Kootstra was a golddigger, as he was "too attractive." The comedian and mum-of-three, 40, recalled the rather awkward period of time during an appearance on Loose Women on Monday, 4 September, where she left panellists Denise Welch, Janet Street-Porter, Kaye Adams, and Gloria Hunniford in stitches at the revelation. After confirming that her parents had originally thought Bobby was a golddigger, Katherine quipped: "I've dated ugly men before and no one was worried about my investments then.

Jailed ex-TOWIE star Mike Hassini has been released from prison after two years, jetting off on a romantic trip with girlfriend Jessica Milford after regaining his freedom.The former TV star, 27, was sentenced to six years and nine months in prison back in 2021 but has been released after serving just two years of this lengthy sentence. Since having been released, Mike and Jessica have headed off on a romantic trip, reports The Sun, where they have celebrated their reunion and Mike's newfound freedom at a lavish spa hotel.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Hasbro is launching a new division called Hasbro Entertainment, which will unify the company’s film, television, animation, and digital media businesses. Olivier Dumont will serve as president of Hasbro Entertainment, while Zev Foreman and Gabriel Marano will serve as the head of film and head of television, respectively.

Wonya Lucas is stepping away from the Hallmark Channel.

After three years at the helm, Hallmark Media President & CEO Wonya Lucas will exit her current role at the end of year, the company announced Tuesday. Lucas will continue to serve on the Hallmark Media Board of Directors.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter WWE is once again making changes to its on-air commentary teams, Variety has learned exclusively. Beginning Aug. 7, Michael Cole and Wade Barrett will serve as the commentators for “Monday Night Raw” on USA Network.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter SAG-AFTRA national president Fran Drescher stopped off at multiple picket lines in New York on Thursday to rally the members of the guild as their strike continues. “I just want to say I am so grateful for your enthusiasm and your commitment to this strike,” Drescher told the pickets outside HBO’s New York offices. “It means everything.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Blake Griffin and Ryan Kalil’s film and TV production company, mortal media, has led an investment round for animation studio Swaybox Studios, Variety has learned exclusively. As part of the investment, Mortal Media will join Swaybox’s advisory board, while Griffin and Kalil have also put an untitled live-action/animation hybrid project into development with the studio. Swaybox was co-founded by Theresa Andersson and Arthur Mintz in 2013 in Shreveport, Louisiana.