Jimmy Kimmel Returns to TV’s (Virtual) Upfront

Daniel Radcliffe is gearing up to play "Weird Al" Yankovic in a new Roku Channel biopic about the life and career of the man behind the Grammy-winning parodies.In new photos from the set of  taken earlier this month in Los Angeles, the 32-year-old star, dressed in a camouflage short-sleeved button-up with a pair of plain black jeans and checkered Vans slip on shoes, is hardly recognizable in Yankovic's infamous curly 'do and mustache combo, as he's seen making his way through the film's set with an iced coffee in hand. According to a tongue-in-cheek release for the upcoming biopic, the film «holds nothing back, exploring every facet of Yankovic's life, from his meteoric rise to fame with early hits like 'Eat It' and 'Like a Surgeon' to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle.»The movie also promises to bring «audiences on a truly unbelievable journey through Yankovic's life and career, from gifted child prodigy to the greatest musical legend of all time.»Yankovic, who serves as a writer for the biopic, said he was «thrilled» to have Radcliffe portray him in the story about his life.«I am absolutely thrilled that Daniel Radcliffe will be portraying me in the film,» Yankovic gushed. «I have no doubt whatsoever that this is the role future generations will remember him for.»«When my last movie UHF came out in 1989, I made a solemn vow to my fans that I would release a major motion picture every 33 years, like clockwork.

Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drivers License” has just been given an A-list makeover.

Happy 54th birthday to Molly Ringwald!

Helen Mirren takes pride in having dual citizenship in Great Britain and in America.

Maude Apatow and Angus Cloud play fan-favorite characters Lexi and Fex on Euphoria and it seems they’re just as close in real-life as their characters are on the show!

J. Kim Murphy Jamal Edwards, a major figure in the British music industry known for founding the music platform SBTV, which helped popularize grime and launch several major musicians, died Sunday. He was 31 years old.Edwards’ death was reported by the BBC on Sunday evening after the publication confirmed with Edwards’ company.

A 911 call for help from the home of HBO’s The White Lotus star Alexandra Daddario resulted in the arrest of a Colorado man carrying a handgun.

Loose Women co-star Brenda Edward's son' Jamal Edwards, died aged 31. Reports emerged this evening that the author who was awarded an MBE in the New Years Honours list in 2014 for his work in music and his business, died unexpectedly according to his friends.After news broke, Denise shared to Twitter her condolences: "My heart aches for my friend Brenda."I can’t bear it.

"It's so f*****g weird. I've been sat on the tube and people have started filming me."He continued to explain: "I don't want to be like, 'poor f*****g celebrities', that is not what I'm trying to say."I'm very happy and privileged and all of that."But I think this thing of having cameras everywhere is something we need to sort out."Or maybe I'm just old."Unlike other actors, the star likes to keep his life very private, especially when it comes to his family.He has been married to his wife Yvonne McGuinness since 2004, having met at one of his rock band's shows in 1996.The pair now share two children together, Malachy and Aran.With not much known about their relationship, Cillian gave fans a little glimpse into family life in a rare admission.He told the publication: "We cook, we watch movies, we listen to music."I was vegetarian for a long time then I relapsed and now I've relapsed back to vegetarianism."My wife is, too.

Jada Pinkett Smith has reunited with Queen Latifah.The 50-year-old actress took to Instagram on Sunday to share two shots alongside Latifah, 51, ahead of her upcoming appearance on The Equalizer next week.The Red Table Talk star shared the images of herself to her 11 million followers posed with Latifah on the set of the crime drama, writing, '@queenlatifah x Jada = Trouble!' with a happy emoji accompanying the post. The latest:Jada Pinkett Smith, 50, has reunited with Queen Latifah, 51, with an appearance on the CBS crime dramaThe Equalizer set to air later this monthIn one shot, Pinkett Smith donned a textured black leather jacket while Latifah wore a black leather coat over an olive green top and black pants with a face mask.In the second shot, Pinkett Smith wore a pink athletic jacket with maroon stripes down the arm and an off-white knit cap, while Latifah wore a blue and white knit sweater.

She'll be playing Glinda the Good Witch in the upcoming film adaptation of the Wicked musical.And Ariana Grande prepared for her new role as she checked out the Broadway show in New York City on Saturday night.The songstress, 28, was spotted leaving the performance in a strapless satin top and matching bubble gum pink coat, which slid down her arms casually. Doing her research! Ariana Grande was spotted attending a Broadway production of Wicked in NYC on SaturdayThe beauty put on a head-turning display as she left the show with a Wicked baseball cap propped over her high ponytail and a matching pink surgical-style mask.She accessorized the look with a beaded Chanel necklace which cascaded down her chest.

Lars Ulrich had the best surprise for a Long Island nurse as part of Jimmy Kimmel’s #HealthCareHero segment Wednesday.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV EditorMadison Avenue is calling for a different route for the billions of dollars it sends to TV networks every year.A group representing the nation’s biggest advertisers has called for massive changes to TV’s “upfront” market, an annual ad-sales process in which U.S. TV networks try to sell the bulk of their commercial inventory for the next programming cycle.

Dade Hayes Finance EditorDisney, which barely a year ago took full operational control of Hulu and seven months ago launched subscription service Disney+, made both streaming services key parts of its presentation to ad buyers.Instead of the traditional in-person spring upfront event at New York’s Lincoln Center, the company sent advertisers a 45-minute video showcasing its various brands as it enforced social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.“Disney is a leader with connecting Generation Family with Generation Stream,” intoned American Idol host Ryan Seacrest during one sequence of the Disney Advertising Sales Virtual Roadshow.

Jimmy Kimmel is giving back to yet another #HealthCareHero.

Jimmy Kimmel helped share a powerful story about comedian Dave Chappelle educating a white woman about race during an impromptu stand-up show.The encounter happened over five years ago, but it was shared on TwitterWednesday by comedian Kenny DeForrest, who was hosting Comedy At the Knit at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn.The powerful story was retweeted by Kimmel on Wednesday night, stating, 'This thread is well worth your time.' Jimmy shares:Jimmy Kimmel helped share a powerful story about comedian Dave Chappelle educating a white woman about race during an impromptu stand-up show Chappelle story:The encounter happened over five years ago, but it was shared on Twitter Wednesday by comedian Kenny DeForrest, who was hosting Comedy At the

Jimmy Kimmel gave an impassioned monologue on his show this week in which he addressed many of his older audience members. Amid his explanation of white privilege, the television show host also touched on the purported dangers of voting for Donald Trump in November 2020.

By Peter White

LOS ANGELES (Variety.com) – Jimmy Kimmel grappled with his own white privilege during the “Jimmy Kimmel Live” opening monologue. He revealed that the first time he heard the term he was “defensive” and misunderstood what it truly meant.

By Mackenzie Nichols

Kumail Nanjiani’s parents love to buy accessories featuring images of their son’s ripped physique.