Matthew Morrison: Last News

Justin Timberlake was originally meant to play Glee's Mr Schue on the show, with the character written as a meth addict, creator Ryan Murphy has revealed.Glee ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2015 with Matthew Morrison, 43, playing lovable teacher Mr Schuester - but while appearing on Glee stars' Kevin McHale and Jenna Ushkowitz's podcast, And That’s What You REALLY Missed - Murphy, 56, revealed the show could have gone in a very different direction.He said: 'When we were writing the pilot, I’ve never really talked about this, that pilot was written for Justin Timberlake. Mr Schue was written for Justin.' Say what? Justin Timberlake was originally meant to play Glee's Mr Schue on the show, with the character written as a meth addict, creator Ryan Murphy has revealed (Matthew Morrison pictured R as Mr Schue in the show)Murphy said he had signed a first-look deal with Fox but was trying to 'figure out' how the show would work.  He said: 'We were having these conversations and I was trying to figure it out.

died that same year — Morrison’s decision to leave the cursed Fox musical dramedy was shot down by producers. On a recent episode of the “And That’s What You REALLY Missed” podcast, hosted by “Glee” alums Jenna Ushkowitz and Kevin McHale, the Broadway actor, 45, got candid about feeling miserable on the show.“I actually was trying to get off the show,” Morrison — who played teacher Will Schuester who helmed the school’s glee club — recalled. “In Season 5, I asked to be off the show, just ‘cause like, I’m no longer being used in the way I wanted to.”The “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” actor noted that he wanted to pursue other projects such as film.

Glee‘s Matthew Morrison had his fill and wanted out. Then tragedy struck.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large JoJo Siwa is returning to “So You Think You Can Dance” as a judge for the show’s reimagined Season 18. Siwa, who was previously a judge on the show’s Season 17 in 2022, replaces Nigel Lythgoe — who stepped down earlier this month in the wake of two lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault. Siwa will now join choreographer Allison Holker and pro dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy on the show’s judging panel.

Matthew Morrison is getting ready to play Billy Flynn in Chicago The Musical, but Broadway fans will need to travel half-way around the world to see his performance!

EastEnders fans were left dazzled as they discovered the cast's amazing singing chops during ITV's festive special show Britain Get Singing. Roman Kemp hosted the show, which saw TV's favourite faces from shows like Good Morning Britain, Love Island, Coronation Street, The Masked Singer and, of course, EastEnders belt out a tune in hopes of wowing the audience and a stellar panel of judges.

ITV Britain Get Singing viewers have called for one team to be disqualified. People watching the show on Christmas Eve said that the EastEnders team shouldn't have been able to compete because one team member was no longer in the soap.

So You Think You Can Dance has been officially renewed for Season 18 on Fox and it’s returning with a new set of judges.

EXCLUSIVE: Matthew Morrison (Glee) and Kara Wang (Top Gun: Maverick) have been set to star in From Embers, a dramatic thriller from writer-director Kate Bohan and Studio 6688.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left stunned after it was revealed that professional dancer Graziano Di Prima has had a surprising career change. The television personality, who was paired in the latest series with documentary maker and former Love Island star Zara McDermott, is appearing in a film airing on US television called A Paris Christmas Waltz. Graziano was cast in it alongside stars including Jade Ewen from the Sugababes and Matthew Morrison from Glee.

Jaden Thompson If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Broadway star and singer Shoshana Bean will perform a holiday concert at Harlem’s Apollo Theater on Dec. 4, her sixth time returning to the iconic stage.

Emily Longeretta Great American Family has announced their full holiday movie slate. With two more movies than last year, their 2023 slate includes 20 new movies as part of the annual “Great American Christmas.” The event, featuring family-friendly, faith-based films, kicks off a week earlier than planned, beginning Friday, Oct. 13, with holiday movies airing 24/7.

Idina Menzel can't seem to let it go. The 52-year-old Broadway veteran and star reflected on her role as Shelby Corcoran on the hit series during a recent interview.

The sequel to A Christmas Waltz has just cast its leading man – Matthew Morrison!

EXCLUSIVE: A holiday movie franchise that got its start at Hallmark is moving to Great American Family.

UPDATE: Discovery+ and ID have unveiled a trailer for the series, which you can watch above. It will launch on January 16.

While Glee has been a fan favorite dramedy since it permiered in 2009, it wasn’t initially pitched with its signature optimistic tone — it was actually MUCH darker. And Ryan Murphy is finally ready to tell all!

Glee's behind-the-scenes controversies which rocked the foundations of the wholesome TV show are to be explored in a new documentary series.The three-part series will examine the countless scandals among the show's cast, including Mark Salling, who killed himself after pleading guilty to child pornography charges, Cory Monteith's heroin overdose, accusations of -on-set bullying by Lea Michele and the shock drowning of Naya Rivera.The untitled Discovery+ and ID series will feature interviews with cast and crew members who will share memories of their time on the Fox show, as well as previously unheard testimonials from family and friends.Glee ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2015 and throughout its time on air and the years following, trauma has reigned supreme - leading to claims of a 'Glee Curse'. The programme centred on the William McKinley High School Glee club and starred Lea, Matthew Morrison, Cory, Darren Criss, Chris Colfer, Jane Lynch, Amber Riley, Mark, Heather Morris and Kevin McHale. Glee Curse: Glee's behind-the-scenes controversies which rocked the foundations of the wholesome TV show are to be explored in a new documentary series (Pictured top row L-R: Chord Overstreet, Harry Shum Jr., Naya Rivera, Dianna Agron, Iqbal Theba, Heather Morris, Chris Colfer and Jane Lynch.

EXCLUSIVE: Discovery+ and ID are exploring the real story behind Fox’s hit series Glee.

Cat Deeley shared an incredible update alongside her son Milo, six, on Wednesday as he has taken up a brand new hobby.MORE: Cat Deeley looks amazing in show-stopping leather dress - and it's so risquéTaking to her Instagram feed, the presenter, 45, shared a video of her son using his brand new 'playmate' which is an electric tennis ball dispenser. Milo certainly appeared to be making the most of the contraption and was seen in the clip lapping up the sunshine whilst he played on a lavish tennis court.WATCH:  Cat Deeley shares rare video of sons Milo and James on the farmTalking to the camera, Cat said:  "Should I be worried Milos got a [gestures to a  'playmate']," and proceeds to show her little one getting stuck into his exciting new gadget.  Cat was even caught about to have a go herself in the clip as she ran toward her son and gave him a high five.READ: Cat Deeley breaks silence after Matthew Morrison's shock exit from So You Think You Can DanceSEE: 10 rare photos of Cat Deeley's adorable sons with husband Patrick KieltyCaptioning the clip, Cat penned: "Our new family obsession.

with Insider. “Because she’s the star of the show.”However, Pearce remembered having positive interactions with both “Glee” creator Ryan Murphy, 56, and another co-star, Chris Colfer, 32, who played Kurt Hummel.Murphy said he liked Pearce’s character’s red beret, she remembered, while Colfer told her he was “really excited” they got to film together.