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EXCLUSIVE: Los Angeles-based Premiere Entertainment Group has acquired world rights to Swen Studios’ family comedy F Plus (aka F+) starring UFC champion Randy Couture, Tommy Davidson (In Living Color) and Jennifer Esposito (Crash).

Liev Schreiber‘s son Sasha is almost just as tall as he is!

The stars came out in force for Chanel’s Through Her Lens Program lunch during the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival held at Odeon on Friday (June 9) in New York City.

Brent Lang Executive Editor The Tribeca Festival excised “Film” from its name in 2021, and while it’s true that the annual celebration of all things entertainment has expanded to include plenty of television and immersive programming, the movies make it a must-attend event. This year’s lineup is no exception. It has big-name actors such as Michael Shannon and Jennifer Esposito trying their hand at directing, along with revelatory performances from stars like Nick Jonas. But what makes Tribeca so exciting is that it’s a springboard for bold new voices (keep your eyes on So Young Shelly Yo, making her feature directorial debut). As the fest gets ready to kick off on June 7, here are nine movies not to be missed.  

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle Editor Jennifer Esposito remembers being asked to audition for “The Sopranos” more than once. She declined each time. “I chose to not go up for it when they would call me in because it was like, ‘I can’t relive this,’” Esposito recalls. “The only thing that used to make me crazy about the show when I did watch it was the character of Meadow because she was very nice. The girls I grew up around wanted to kill me, wanted to kill me every day. So it was PTSD.” Esposito grew up among organized crime on Staten Island. “Staten Island is the same Staten Island from when I left when I was 18 years old,” says the 50-year-old actor, whose credits span from television’s “Spin City” and “Blue Bloods” to the Oscar-winning “Crash.” “It’s still the same place. You need to understand that nothing leaves this island. It’s a very strange time warp of a place.”

Jennifer Esposito admitted she refused to audition for "The Sopranos." The 50-year-old actor reflected on how she grew up in the center of organized crime in Staten Island and did not want to remember the harrowing times. "I chose to not go up for it when they would call me in because it was like ‘I can’t relive this,’" Esposito said during an interview with Variety. "The girls I grew up around wanted to kill me, wanted to kill me every day…it was PTSD." The "Blue Bloods" star recalled being filled with "anger and rage" during her childhood.

Somewhere in Queens” — which also marks Romano’s big-screen directorial debut.“I’d never written a screenplay and neither had Mark,” Romano, 65, told The Post. “I knew what I like to write about and it’s this type of movie — a small but effecting dramedy — and I knew that I wanted to write about this Italian-American working-class world which I lived in and grew up in and, even more, married into,” said the former “Everybody Loves Raymond” star.

Awkwafina is back as Nora from Queens.

McKinley Franklin author Comedy Central has released the first official teaser for Season 3 of “Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens” ahead of the series’ April 26 premiere date, Variety can exclusively reveal. The television comedy “Awkafina Is Nora From Queens” draws inspiration from creator and writer Awkwafina’s life experiences growing up in Queens, N.Y. — and she’ll also make her directorial debut with Season 3. On the show, Awkwafina (aka Nora Lin) maneuvers through the hardships of young adulthood with the support of her closest family members, her father (BD Wong), grandmother (Lori Tan Chinn) and cousin (Bowen Yang). From the looks of the teaser, it looks like their lively, eccentric family dynamic from previous seasons will still be present in Season 3.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions nabbed “Somewhere in Queens,” a heartfelt comedy from writer-director Ray Romano. Romano, who stars in the movie as a working-class dad, also directed, co-wrote and produced “Somewhere in Queens” in his feature filmmaking debut. The film will be released theatrically by Roadside Attractions in 2023.  “I am so excited to know that Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions will be bringing this movie to theaters everywhere,” Romano said. “I lived with every facet of this production for years, as a director, co-writer, actor and producer. It’s such a personal story for me, and it’s inspiring to see these two companies step up because they believe in the movie as much as I do.”

Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions have picked up Ray Romano’s feature directorial debut Somewhere in Queens, which previously had a world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. The three-time Emmy winner also co-wrote, stars and produced the film. Roadside plans to give Somewhere in Queens a theatrical release next year. The pic currently stands at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Golden Globe winner Awkwafina was completely covered in dirt and leaves while filming a forest scene in New York City on Thursday for the third season of Comedy Central's Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens.The 34-year-old rapper-turned-actress cracked a smile in her bizarre costume of a long-sleeved floral top, white sweatpants, black slides, and a crumpled fascinator in her frizzed-out hair.Awkwafina (born Nora Lum) doesn't just play a thinly-veiled version of herself in the comedy show, she co-created it with showrunner Teresa Hsiao back in 2018. Mess! Golden Globe winner Awkwafina was completely covered in dirt and leaves while filming a forest scene in New York City on Thursday for the third season of Comedy Central's Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens On Wednesday night, SAG Award winner Jennifer Esposito - who plays Brenda - shared a selfie video from the set of Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens.In it, the 49-year-old Brooklyn native - who used to be married to Bradley Cooper - pretended to punch her onscreen love interest BD Wong as his stretcher was being loaded on to the back of an ambulance.'Acting is not easy work,' Jennifer captioned her Instagram post.

Russian model Irina Shayk flaunted her flawless frame at Versace's Spring Summer 2023 Women’s runway show on Friday as part of Fashion Week in Milan.The 36-year-old wore a low-cut, plunging black dress that complimented her slender figure and let her long dark hair fall over her shoulders with striking black eye shadow.The former Victoria’s Secret model carried a shiny, tasseled leather bag and turned heads as she walked the runway in her strapped heels. Fashion Week's finest: Russian model Irina Shayk flaunted her flawless frame at Versace's Spring Summer 2023 Women’s runway show on Friday as part of Fashion Week in Milan The world-renowned model’s appearance came just a few days after it was reported that she and her ex Bradley Cooper, 47, are considering having another child together.The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit alum shares her daughter, Lea De Seine, five, with the Hollywood actor.

Irina Shayk looked casual while walking through New York City on Tuesday. The 36-year-old wore a tight black shirt that hugged her chest and she added long, high-waisted charcoal gray jeans to her look. Shayk donned shiny black shoes and bright white socks. She matched her shoes to her shiny leather purse.  Relaxed: Irina Shayk looked casual while walking through New York City on TuesdayShe protected her eyes with a pair of dark, skinny sunglasses, and she carried a water in hand.  She parted her long brown locks in the middle, and they cascaded down her slender back. Irina's appearance out came just a few days after it was reported that she and her ex Bradley Cooper are considering having another child together.  Tight shirt: The 36-year-old wore a tight black shirt that hugged her impressive chest Another kid? Shayk's appearance out came after rumors began to swirl that she and her ex, Bradley Cooper, were considering having another child together (pictured 2019) Cooper and Shayk were initially linked in 2015 when they were spotted in each other's company for the first time.The actor was previously married to Jennifer Esposito, and he was also linked to Zoe Saldaña and Suki Waterhouse, among others.Shayk was also in a high-profile relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo, although they split in 2015.  Linked years ago: Cooper and Shayk were initially linked in 2015 when they were spotted in each other's company for the first time (pictured 2021) Ready for something serious: 'It's not Bennifer 2.0 where the other person is always in the back of their head, it's more like, "why not?" They have to deal with each other anyway since they are parents together.

Bradley Cooper looked relaxed while out in New York City on Sunday. The 47-year-old actor kept it casual in a gray t-shirt and bulky light blue slacks as he made his way through the concrete jungle. He added white and pink sneakers to the look, and he protected his eyes from the sun with a pair of amber-colored shades.  Keeping casual: Bradley Cooper looked relaxed while out in New York City on SundayThe Wedding Crashers actor's luscious brown locks were slicked back, and his beard was trimmed neatly against his face.  He carried garlic bulbs and fresh herbs with him on the sunny Sunday afternoon. Cooper's appearance out came after rumors began to swirl that he and his ex, Irina Shayk, were considering having another child together.  Comfy: The 47-year-old actor kept it casual in a gray t-shirt andlight blue slacks as he made his way through the concrete jungle Another kid? Cooper's appearance out came after rumors began to swirl that he and his ex, Irina Shayk, were considering having another child together (pictured 2019)Cooper and Shayk were initially linked in 2015 when they were spotted in each other's company for the first time.The actor was previously married to Jennifer Esposito, and he was also linked to Zoe Saldaña and Suki Waterhouse, among others.Shayk, 36, was also in a high-profile relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo, although they split in 2015. The pair later began seeing each other, and they welcomed a daughter named Lea de Seine, aged five, into their lives in 2017. Ready for something serious: 'It's not Bennifer 2.0 where the other person is always in the back of their head, it's more like, "why not?" They have to deal with each other anyway since they are parents together.

Bradley Cooper was pictured while making his way through JFK Airport in New York City on Thursday.The 47-year-old performer stayed comfortable while wearing a relatively casual outfit as he strolled through the travel hub.The actor's outing occurred not long after it was reported that he and his former partner, Irina Shayk, were considering the possibility of bringing another child into their lives. Stepping out: Bradley Cooper was pictured while making his way through JFK Airport in New York City on ThursdayCooper wore a t-shirt that featured a graphic for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, as well as a set of joggers and a pair of running shoes.

Neil Patrick Harris is celebrating the release of his new Netflix series!

A whirlwind romance is all well and good, but what happens when the dust settles and you’ve already said “I do”?

Director: Robert MachoianCast: Clayne Crawford, Jordana Brewster, Jeffrey Dean MorganBuzz Factor: Crawford and Machoian have a good thing going. The pair recently collaborated on “The Killing of Two Lovers,” a criminally under-seen drama about a man who becomes increasingly erratic when as his marriage crumbles.

Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens for a third season.The series, which sees Awkwafina play a fictionalised version of herself growing up in Queens, New York, will be back for a third season following the premiere of season two in August last year (via Deadline).The show is created by Awkwafina, known for starring in Marvel’s Shang-Chi and Crazy Rich Asians, and also stars BD Wong as her father, Wally, and Lori Tan Chinn as her grandmother.The series also stars Chrissie Fit as Melanie, Nora’s best friend, Bowen Yang as Nora’s cousin Edmund and Jennifer Esposito as Brenda, Wally’s girlfriend.Shang-Chi co-star Simu Liu made a guest appearance in the first season, alongside others like Natasha Lyonne, Laverne Cox, Bella Heathcote, Margaret Cho and Harry Shum Jr.Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens airs on Comedy Central in the US. In the UK, both seasons are available on BBC iPlayer.The comedian and actor is set to voice Scuttle in the live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, starring alongside Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Javier Bardem and Melissa McCarthy.

Exclusive: Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens will be back.