Kerry Washington To Make Her ‘Simpsons’ Debut As Bart’s New Teacher

EXCLUSIVE: Laura Fitzpatrick has joined Sony Pictures Imageworks as Vice President, New Business. In her new role, she will be responsible for third party VFX business development and strategic planning for long-term growth. She will also oversee worldwide sales, marketing and client engagement, reporting to Executive Vice President Michelle Grady. Upcoming projects Fitzpatrick will have a hand in include the animated features The Sea Beast and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

While a number of outlets have reported the milestone as already surpassed, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday made it official: More than one million Americans have lost their lives in cases related to Covid-19. The real toll is likely much higher.

EXCLUSIVE: RLJE Films has acquired North American rights to Taurus, the film starring Colson Baker (aka Machine Gun Kelly). The drama, which had its world premiere earlier this year at the Berlin Film Festival, is gearing up for its North American premiere next month at the Tribeca Festival. It will now get a theatrical release later this year.

Tom Cruise as Pete «Maverick» Mitchell and features a special return from Val Kilmer as now-Admiral Tom «Iceman» Kazansky -- doesn't feature any appearances from the female stars of the 1986 original: Kelly McGillis and Meg Ryan.Ryan's character, Carole, the wife of Maverick's late wingman and best friend Nick «Goose» Bradshaw (played by Anthony Edwards) and mother to Miles Teller's Bradley «Rooster» Bradshaw, is referenced in the sequel and seen in flashback scenes. However, there isn't even a mention of McGillis' Charlie Blackwood, a Top Gun instructor and Maverick's love interested in the original.«Those weren't stories that we were throwing around,» Maverick director Joseph Kosinski told Insider of the actresses' absences.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterTom Blyth is headed to Panem. The actor, best known for “Billy the Kid” and “The Gilded Age,” has been cast as young President Coriolanus Snow in Lionsgate’s “The Hunger Games” prequel “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.”The movie is based on the 2020 book of the same name, which is set decades before the exploits of Katniss Everdeen in “The Hunger Games.” That means the beloved heroine, a role that propelled Jennifer Lawrence to superstardom, does not appear in “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” which instead centers on the man (portrayed by Donald Sutherland in the original trilogy) who eventually becomes the tyrannical president of Panem.

Newcastle United securing a top four finish next season. Newcastle have undergone a massive change over the course of the season since appointing Eddie Howe last November.

Newcastle hosted Arsenal in a crucial Premier League clash.The striker was making his first start in the top-flight since late December, having spent the past four months sidelined with a calf injury. Wilson captained the Magpies at St James Park, leading the line for Eddie Howe's side against the Gunners.And he put his body on the line to help the hosts to get themselves well on top in the game, which Arsenal needed to win to keep their top four hopes alive.

Love Island star Dani Dyer is set to become engaged as her boyfriend Jarrod Bowen has reportedly splashed out on a ring.The mum-of-one, 25, confirmed her romance with the also 25-year-old West Ham footballer in October.Following rumours that the pair are soon planning to walk down the aisle, it's thought Jarrod has asked his beau's famous father Danny Dyer for her hand in marriage.The football star currently plays in the Premier League, which is due to end this month, leaving him with "time off" to spend with Dani.A source told The Sun: "The pair have lots planned for the summer, but Dani doesn’t know about one very special thing he has in mind."They are so loved up and everyone in the family is a big fan of Jarrod – particularly dad Danny."Jarrod and Danny are really close and he’s already asked him if he can marry her."It's the happy ending Dani deserves and everyone is over the moon."The rumoured engagement plans follow Dani hinting at tying the knot with Jarrod several times previously.Earlier this month, the reality star teased that marriage was on the cards as she shared a loved-up snap of herself with Jarrod.She captioned the image: "You and me forever," which sparked engagement claims amongst fans.Dani's relationship has also received praise from her dad and EastEnders star, Danny.Speaking on the Sorted with the Dyers podcast earlier this year, the Mean Machine actor, 44, confessed to being "more in love" with Jarrod than Dani.

court appear on her doormat six years after being issued what she believed was a waived parking ticket for £70.Donna Davies said she could not believe her misfortune since the charge reappeared just before Christmas last year.In October 2015 Donna, a veterinary receptionist, was three months pregnant with her daughter Sienna after a struggle with infertility.The "over the moon" mum-to-be excitedly visited Norwich's Riverside retail park to buy baby essentials, but lost track of time during her £1,000 spending spree, and was stung with a fine for £70, Norwich Evening News reports.She said: "I got a letter through the door saying that I had been issued with a fine. I called them up, apologised and explained the situation."They said that if I could send my receipts, prove it was a genuine mistake and I had been in the vicinity, they would get back to me."The mum, from Little Plumstead, was then "really relieved" when the fine was waived by the ticketing firm.But her relief didn't last long after a second letter appeared the following month saying the mum-of-one needed to pay the fine immediately.Left in total disbelief, Donna contacted the company saying it had been waived but she never heard back so carried on with life.Then, in October 2021, she received the astonishing news that she was being taken to court by the firm."I was so shocked.

“That was an incredible, incredible, rewarding journey. “I hope you enjoyed it!” He also told Metro.co.uk he was frustrated by the “negative stigma” attached to relations between the UK and the rest of Europe.Sam specifically made reference to the view perpetuated which suggests that Europe “doesn’t like” the UK.He added: “There’s other countries like Norway, they’ve lost 11 times. “God bless Norway – but they don’t have that.

Karine Jean-Pierre devoted the start of her first press briefing as White House Press Secretary on Monday by paying tribute to the 10 victims of the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY, as authorities point to the suspect’s embrace of a ‘great replacement” theory that elites are “replacing” white voters with more obedient non-white immigrants.

He has been filming his latest film project in the capital of northern Italy's Veneto region.And Kevin Hart once again took advantage of his downtime as he explored the beautiful city with his stunning wife Eniko.The 42-year-old actor and 37-year-old model were seen making the most of their time in Venice as they hopped in a water taxi on Monday. Just us: Kevin and Eniko Hart were seen exploring Venice on Monday Sweet: The 42-year-old actor and 37-year-old model were seen making the most of their time in the capital of northern Italy's Veneto regionThe happy couple were seen getting into the watercraft which is part of a private service by Consorzio Motoscafi Venezia and famous around the world.

Craig Conover admitted to a 'recent' hook-up with ex Naomie Olindo amid his romance with Paige DeSorbo in the new season eight trailer of Southern Charm.'I think hanging out one on one with an ex while you are dating someone is inappropriate,' Paige told Craig.Then, the cameras flash to a scene with Craig and Naomie where he discusses their recent rendezvous. 'We hooked up recently':Craig Conover admitted to a 'recent' hook-up with ex Naomie Olindo amid his romance with Paige DeSorbo in the new season eight trailer of Southern Charm'I feel like you feel awkward around me a little bit,' Naomie said.'We're not just exes,' Craig replied.

Nicole Scherzinger has wished singer Lizzo a happy birthday in a cheeky social media snap.The former X Factor judge took to her Instagram and showed off her impressive flexibility in the light hearted stories.In the first boomerang, Nicole, 43, began to raise her leg above her head while Lizzo stood beside her.The Don't Cha singer wrote: "Here's to always stretching the limits and pushing the boundaries."In the second snap, Nicole raised her leg and rested it on the 34-year-old's shoulder as she shut her eyes and beamed to the camera.She penned: "Happy Birthday to the most fiiiiine flexible funky fiercest fun feline in the game."The Pussycat Dolls singer wore a white t-shirt tucked into a pair of blue jeans which she teamed with a killer pair of white knee high boots.The bombshell wore her brunette tresses sleek and straight and opted for a bold red lip.Lizzo comically held Nicole's leg while wearing a purple ensemble along with a pair of white trainers with gold details.The Don't Hold Your Breath singer wasn't the only star to wish the rapper a happy birthday as actress Kerry Washington and musician Mark Ronson also took to their Instagram stories to mark the special occasion.Nicole recently revealed to The Sun that she is making a solo music comeback after an eight-year break.Announcing her return during an intimate show in Los Angeles, she said: “I’ve been doing some writing lately, working on this album.”She reportedly stepped away from making her own music to focus on television projects as well as the Pussycat Dolls, however, she returned to the studio after the group’s reunion didn’t go to plan.The 43-year-old took to social media to confirm the tour wouldn't be going ahead and concluded by saying that she “can’t

Kerry Washington is going 'green' for Earth Day in envy-inducing bikini pictures.The 45-year-old looked stunning as she showed off her taut tummy and strong back in a series of photos on social media.The former Scandal star took a dip in the pool wearing a barely there tie-die green two-piece bathing suit. Green:Kerry Washington is going 'green' for Earth Day in some envy-inducing bikini pictures, showing off her taut tummy and strong back in a series of photos on social mediaHer hair was in long braids and pulled back into a top bun.

Kerry Washington has landed a permanent role on The Simpsons.The 45-year-old actress is set to voice the part of Rayshelle Peyton on the long-running animated sitcom, Bart Simpson's fourth-grade teacher.Kerry's alter ego is a replacement for Mrs. Krabappel, who was voiced by the late Marcia Wallace until her death in 2013.The Scandal star told Entertainment Weekly: 'She's a great teacher.

The Simpsons has found a permanent replacement for the character Edna Krabappel, with a new teacher set to be voiced by Kerry Washington.Following the October 2013 death of voice actor Marcia Wallace, who voiced Mrs. Krabappel from 1990, the show retired the character in season 25, and has used guest teachers for Bart since – ranging from Willem Dafoe’s Jack Lassen to Ned Flanders.In the upcoming episode ‘My Octopus And A Teacher’, airing on Sunday (April 24), Kerry Washington (Scandal) will join the show as the “thoughtful” and “highly capable” teacher Rayshelle Peyton on a permanent basis.You can check out a clip from the episode below.Bart has never had a teacher like her.Will @kerrywashington be able to get through to him this Sunday? pic.twitter.com/BDZSzzKnlT— The Simpsons (@TheSimpsons) April 21, 2022Speaking to Entertainment Weekly about her new character, Washington said: “She’s a great teacher.

Alexander Skarsgard might be the star of The Northman, but he didn’t receive quite as many gifts as the rest of the cast.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterBenjamin Bratt has been cast in the Natasha Lyonne-led Peacock series “Poker Face,” which hails from creator Rian Johnson.Variety has learned exclusively that Bratt is the latest addition to the rapidly expanding cast. Another recently announced cast members include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Stephanie Hsu, and David Castañeda. Plot and character details for the series are being kept largely under wraps, though sources say the show will follow a procedural format and see Lyonne’s character working to solve different murders in each episode.Bratt most recently appeared opposite Rosario Dawson in the HBO Max limited series “DMZ,” which debuted in March on the streamer.

Sofía Vergara took to social media to honor legendary Colombian artist Fernando Botero on his 90th birthday. The actress said she is thankful that the figurative artist and sculptor represents her native country. “Happy birthday to the one and only Fernando Botero.

Vanessa Bryant is reflecting on romance with her late husband, Kobe Bryant. On Monday, she took to Instagram to celebrate what would have been her and Kobe's 21st wedding anniversary.«I love you forever, baby.