Mario Lopez and Ana Gasteyer have been tapped as co-hosts of NBC’s live broadcast of the 134th Rose Parade. Lopez, who returns as co-host for the second consecutive year, and American Auto star Gasteyer will lead the network’s coverage of the annual event from 11:30-1 p.m. Et (8:30-10 a.m. Pt) on Monday, January 2 in Pasadena, CA. The parade will also be livestreamed on Peacock.
This will be NBC’s 96th year broadcasting the Rose Parade, beginning on radio in 1927 and then televising the annual event beginning in 1954.
As previously announced, former Arizona congresswoman and gun violence survivor and prevention advocate Gabby Giffords will serve as the 2023 Grand Marshal of the parade, which is themed “Turning the Corner.”
The parade begins with a B-2 Spirit flyover and features floral covered floats, performers, marching bands, equestrian teams and more.
The Rose Parade is produced by Lx.TV,...
This will be NBC’s 96th year broadcasting the Rose Parade, beginning on radio in 1927 and then televising the annual event beginning in 1954.
As previously announced, former Arizona congresswoman and gun violence survivor and prevention advocate Gabby Giffords will serve as the 2023 Grand Marshal of the parade, which is themed “Turning the Corner.”
The parade begins with a B-2 Spirit flyover and features floral covered floats, performers, marching bands, equestrian teams and more.
The Rose Parade is produced by Lx.TV,...
- 12/21/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The “Saved by the Bell” revival at Peacock has been canceled.
The show aired two seasons at the streamer, with the most recent one debuting in November 2021. The first season premiered in November 2020.
“We are so proud to have been the home of the next iteration of ‘Saved by the Bell’ for both new and Og fans,” Peacock said in a statement. “‘Saved by the Bell’ has been a cultural mainstay for more than 30 years and the new series, led by Tracey Wigfield’s superfan enthusiasm and signature witty humor, seamlessly continued the show’s legacy, all while allowing more audiences to feel seen. We’re grateful to Tracey, Franco Bario, our partners at Utv, the beloved cast, and the fans who have continued to champion one of the most iconic shows of all time.”
Original series stars Elizabeth Berkley Lauren and Mario Lopez starred in the show, with fellow original cast members Mark-Paul Gosselaar,...
The show aired two seasons at the streamer, with the most recent one debuting in November 2021. The first season premiered in November 2020.
“We are so proud to have been the home of the next iteration of ‘Saved by the Bell’ for both new and Og fans,” Peacock said in a statement. “‘Saved by the Bell’ has been a cultural mainstay for more than 30 years and the new series, led by Tracey Wigfield’s superfan enthusiasm and signature witty humor, seamlessly continued the show’s legacy, all while allowing more audiences to feel seen. We’re grateful to Tracey, Franco Bario, our partners at Utv, the beloved cast, and the fans who have continued to champion one of the most iconic shows of all time.”
Original series stars Elizabeth Berkley Lauren and Mario Lopez starred in the show, with fellow original cast members Mark-Paul Gosselaar,...
- 5/4/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Peter Murrieta has signed a first-look deal with Universal Television, Variety has learned exclusively.
Under the deal, Murrieta will develop original content for broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. He was previously an executive producer on “Mr. Iglesias” at Netflix and recently co-wrote the Lifetime movie “Feliz Navidad” with his wife Aliza, with Mario Lopez starring. He was also the showrunner and executive producer on the Disney Channel series “Wizards of Waverly Place.” His other credits include “Superior Donuts” and “One Day at a Time.”
“We couldn’t be happier to be working with Peter in this new way,” said Jim Donnelly, executive vice president of comedy development at Universal Television. “Besides being a hilarious writer and all-around great guy, he has an amazing track record of championing and supporting fellow LatinX voices and talent. We look forward to all the great projects we get to collaborate with him on.”
Murrieta...
Under the deal, Murrieta will develop original content for broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. He was previously an executive producer on “Mr. Iglesias” at Netflix and recently co-wrote the Lifetime movie “Feliz Navidad” with his wife Aliza, with Mario Lopez starring. He was also the showrunner and executive producer on the Disney Channel series “Wizards of Waverly Place.” His other credits include “Superior Donuts” and “One Day at a Time.”
“We couldn’t be happier to be working with Peter in this new way,” said Jim Donnelly, executive vice president of comedy development at Universal Television. “Besides being a hilarious writer and all-around great guy, he has an amazing track record of championing and supporting fellow LatinX voices and talent. We look forward to all the great projects we get to collaborate with him on.”
Murrieta...
- 5/25/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
No one can accuse the Obamas of being underachievers: Netflix has unveiled an extensive slate of upcoming projects from President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions.
The announcement includes two new series: Firekeeper’s Daughter, based on Angeline Boulley’s forthcoming debut YA novel about an 18-year-old Native girl who reluctantly goes undercover in a police investigation on her Ojibwe reservation; and the docuseries Great National Parks, which explores some of the most wondrous national parks and wild spaces on Earth.
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The announcement includes two new series: Firekeeper’s Daughter, based on Angeline Boulley’s forthcoming debut YA novel about an 18-year-old Native girl who reluctantly goes undercover in a police investigation on her Ojibwe reservation; and the docuseries Great National Parks, which explores some of the most wondrous national parks and wild spaces on Earth.
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- 2/5/2021
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Lisa Vanderpump has a new E! series, “Overserved With Lisa Vanderpump,” where she’ll host celebrities at an outdoor dinner party at her Beverly Hills home.
The half-hour reality series will see Vanderpump play host to two to three celebrities each week for an al fresco dining experience. Here’s how E! describes the forthcoming series, which debuts March 18:
With immersive themes like “Diva Tea,” “Beverly Hills Comfort Food” and “Ladies who Brunch” to “trips” to Cabo, Tuscany, Japan and more, Lisa brings her signature cosmopolitan flair to every aspect of the festivities. Whether she is serving the tea or spilling it, Lisa’s signature games of “Rosé Pong,” “Diva Croquet” and house favorite “Get Pumped,” will have her guests hilariously revealing some of their most shocking secrets.
Celebrity guests this season include Anna Camp, Cheryl Burke, Cheryl Hines, Gabriel Iglesias, Iggy Azalea, Jaleel White, James Kennedy, Jeannie Mai,...
The half-hour reality series will see Vanderpump play host to two to three celebrities each week for an al fresco dining experience. Here’s how E! describes the forthcoming series, which debuts March 18:
With immersive themes like “Diva Tea,” “Beverly Hills Comfort Food” and “Ladies who Brunch” to “trips” to Cabo, Tuscany, Japan and more, Lisa brings her signature cosmopolitan flair to every aspect of the festivities. Whether she is serving the tea or spilling it, Lisa’s signature games of “Rosé Pong,” “Diva Croquet” and house favorite “Get Pumped,” will have her guests hilariously revealing some of their most shocking secrets.
Celebrity guests this season include Anna Camp, Cheryl Burke, Cheryl Hines, Gabriel Iglesias, Iggy Azalea, Jaleel White, James Kennedy, Jeannie Mai,...
- 2/5/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
The dinner party invitation you never knew you needed. On Friday, Feb. 5, E! released the first teaser trailer for the Lisa Vanderpump-led show, Overserved With Lisa Vanderpump. The show, which premieres March 18, follows the posh restaurateur as she entertains a variety of celebrity guests—including Lance Bass, Joel McHale, Mario Lopez, Vivica A. Fox and more—for dinner at her home, Villa Rosa. "Well, hello. I'm inviting you to an intimate dinner party," the Vanderpump Rules star says in the new footage above. "And, for it to be perfect, I have a few rules." According to the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, "you gotta bust your butt for the decor to be...
- 2/5/2021
- E! Online
Lisa Vanderpump, who departed “The Real Housewives” in 2019, is staying in the world of reality TV.
The television personality and restaurateur has landed her own show on E!, called “Overserved With Lisa Vanderpump,” where she invites her famous friends over to her Beverly Hills mansion for a swanky at-home dinner party.
Vanderpump will bring viewers into her home, an estate called Villa Rosa, to chat and dine al fresco in her extravagant garden. In each half-hour episode, she will host two or three celebrity guests for an evening of cocktails, games and feasts that she creates herself. “Diva Tea,” “Beverly Hills Comfort Food” and “Ladies who Brunch.”
Celebrity guests include Anna Camp, Cheryl Burke, Cheryl Hines, Gabriel Iglesias, Iggy Azalea, Jaleel White, James Kennedy, Jeannie Mai, Jeff Lewis, Jim Jeffries, Joel McHale, Kym Whitley, Lala Kent, Lance Bass, Loni Love, Margaret Cho, Mario Lopez, Meagan Good, Sheryl Underwood, Steve-o, Dr.
The television personality and restaurateur has landed her own show on E!, called “Overserved With Lisa Vanderpump,” where she invites her famous friends over to her Beverly Hills mansion for a swanky at-home dinner party.
Vanderpump will bring viewers into her home, an estate called Villa Rosa, to chat and dine al fresco in her extravagant garden. In each half-hour episode, she will host two or three celebrity guests for an evening of cocktails, games and feasts that she creates herself. “Diva Tea,” “Beverly Hills Comfort Food” and “Ladies who Brunch.”
Celebrity guests include Anna Camp, Cheryl Burke, Cheryl Hines, Gabriel Iglesias, Iggy Azalea, Jaleel White, James Kennedy, Jeannie Mai, Jeff Lewis, Jim Jeffries, Joel McHale, Kym Whitley, Lala Kent, Lance Bass, Loni Love, Margaret Cho, Mario Lopez, Meagan Good, Sheryl Underwood, Steve-o, Dr.
- 2/5/2021
- by Elizabeth Wagmeister
- Variety Film + TV
After five weeks of competition, the Top 5 celebs on “The Masked Dancer” have finally been revealed: Cotton Candy, Exotic Bird, Sloth, Tulip and Zebra. These masked hoofers had better bring their A-games during the all-important semi-finals, because now is when “the competition gets fierce,” declares Fox’s preview trailer (watch above). Special guest panelist Mayim Bialik joins regular judges Ashley Tisdale, Brian Austin Green, Ken Jeong and Paula Abdul for another round of sleuthing, but who will be heading home before next week’s Final 4? Our readers think they know.
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According to Gold Derby’s predictions, Exotic Bird is the likeliest contender to be eliminated during the semi-finals round. This talented squawker has received mixed reviews from the judges during her tenure and is routinely out-danced by her fierce competitors. Exotic Bird tops our elimination chart with 9/2 odds,...
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According to Gold Derby’s predictions, Exotic Bird is the likeliest contender to be eliminated during the semi-finals round. This talented squawker has received mixed reviews from the judges during her tenure and is routinely out-danced by her fierce competitors. Exotic Bird tops our elimination chart with 9/2 odds,...
- 2/3/2021
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Mark-Paul Gosselaar is opening up about the death of his former Saved by the Bell co-star, Dustin Diamond.
Diamond passed away on Monday after a short battle with Stage 4 lung cancer at just 44.
The sad news came just three weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.
"Well, it's always tough when someone passes away. I think it's even more so when the individual is someone you know and the age of Dustin," he told host Tamron Hall on Tuesday's episode.
"It was only a few weeks ago that we heard about his diagnosis and for it to happen so quickly is shocking."
Gosselaar said that he and Saved by the Bell cast will likely "get together at some point and sort of express our feelings."
"But yeah, it happened so quickly that we're all just pretty shocked about it," he continued.
Gosselaar opened up during the interview about how the cast...
Diamond passed away on Monday after a short battle with Stage 4 lung cancer at just 44.
The sad news came just three weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.
"Well, it's always tough when someone passes away. I think it's even more so when the individual is someone you know and the age of Dustin," he told host Tamron Hall on Tuesday's episode.
"It was only a few weeks ago that we heard about his diagnosis and for it to happen so quickly is shocking."
Gosselaar said that he and Saved by the Bell cast will likely "get together at some point and sort of express our feelings."
"But yeah, it happened so quickly that we're all just pretty shocked about it," he continued.
Gosselaar opened up during the interview about how the cast...
- 2/3/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Tori Spelling is mourning the loss of Saved by the Bell's Dustin Diamond, who died Monday at 44.
Spelling was a cast member on Saved by the Bell in 1990, playing Violet, Screech's girlfriend.
"My 1st onscreen love Dustin Diamond got his Angel wings today," Spelling wrote on Instagram.
"Before there was David and Donna there was Screech and Violet," she added.
"Dustin was my first on-screen kiss. He welcomed me with open arms onto the set of Saved By the Bell."
"As one can imagine being the newbie on a hit show was overwhelming for a 14-year-old girl. He not only showed me around but made sure I was always ok," she continued.
"Such a young gentleman. He was kind, smart, and always making everyone laugh. He was a great scene partner."
"He was a really good guy. I’m sad after the show we never had much contact aside...
Spelling was a cast member on Saved by the Bell in 1990, playing Violet, Screech's girlfriend.
"My 1st onscreen love Dustin Diamond got his Angel wings today," Spelling wrote on Instagram.
"Before there was David and Donna there was Screech and Violet," she added.
"Dustin was my first on-screen kiss. He welcomed me with open arms onto the set of Saved By the Bell."
"As one can imagine being the newbie on a hit show was overwhelming for a 14-year-old girl. He not only showed me around but made sure I was always ok," she continued.
"Such a young gentleman. He was kind, smart, and always making everyone laugh. He was a great scene partner."
"He was a really good guy. I’m sad after the show we never had much contact aside...
- 2/2/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Tori Spelling is mourning the loss of her first on-screen love, Saved by the Bell costar Dustin Diamond, who died on Monday at the age of 44.
In 1990, Spelling recurred on Bell as Screech’s girlfriend, Violet Bickerstaff. On Monday, the Beverly Hills, 90210 vet took to Instagram to pay her respects.
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“My first onscreen love Dustin Diamond got his Angel wings today,” she said. “Before there was David and Donna,...
In 1990, Spelling recurred on Bell as Screech’s girlfriend, Violet Bickerstaff. On Monday, the Beverly Hills, 90210 vet took to Instagram to pay her respects.
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“My first onscreen love Dustin Diamond got his Angel wings today,” she said. “Before there was David and Donna,...
- 2/1/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Mario Lopez and Dustin Diamond first met on the set of Saturday morning sitcom “Saved by the Bell” in the late 1980s and worked together for four years on that show, plus another on the “College Years” spinoff. Lopez was a cool jock named A.C. Slater, while Diamond played the school geek, Samuel “Screech” Powers,” but the characters were part of the same friend group and off-screen, Lopez tells Variety, Diamond “was like a fun, goofy little brother.
News of Diamond’s death from cancer on Feb. 1 came as a huge shock to Lopez, even though he knew his friend and former co-star was sick.
“I actually just spoke with him a couple of weeks ago. He was reluctant to go in [to the hospital] for a while because he didn’t know if anything was going to get out. And I said, ‘Bro, that’s foolish, you’ve got to get...
News of Diamond’s death from cancer on Feb. 1 came as a huge shock to Lopez, even though he knew his friend and former co-star was sick.
“I actually just spoke with him a couple of weeks ago. He was reluctant to go in [to the hospital] for a while because he didn’t know if anything was going to get out. And I said, ‘Bro, that’s foolish, you’ve got to get...
- 2/1/2021
- by Danielle Turchiano
- Variety Film + TV
The Saved by the Bell cast is in mourning following the death of Dustin Diamond.
Diamond, who was best-known for playing the role of Screech on the series, died after a battle with cancer.
Mark-Paul Gosselaar, who played Zack Morris, took to Twitter to pay tribute to his late friend.
"Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius. My sincere condolences to his family and friends," he wrote.
"Looking back at our time working together, I will miss those raw, brilliant sparks that only he was able to produce. A pie in your face, my comrade."
"I am deeply saddened by I the news of my old co-star @realdustindiamond passing," Tiffani Thiessen wrote on Instagram.
"Life is extremely fragile and it’s something we should never take for granted. God speed Dustin."
"Dustin, you will be missed my man," said Mario Lopez, alongside photos of the pair on Instagram.
Diamond, who was best-known for playing the role of Screech on the series, died after a battle with cancer.
Mark-Paul Gosselaar, who played Zack Morris, took to Twitter to pay tribute to his late friend.
"Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius. My sincere condolences to his family and friends," he wrote.
"Looking back at our time working together, I will miss those raw, brilliant sparks that only he was able to produce. A pie in your face, my comrade."
"I am deeply saddened by I the news of my old co-star @realdustindiamond passing," Tiffani Thiessen wrote on Instagram.
"Life is extremely fragile and it’s something we should never take for granted. God speed Dustin."
"Dustin, you will be missed my man," said Mario Lopez, alongside photos of the pair on Instagram.
- 2/1/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Dustin Diamond, best known for his role as Screech in the hit sitcom “Saved by the Bell,” died on Monday morning following a hospitalization in January. The actor, who had Stage 4 lung cancer, was 44.
Following news of the actor’s death, co-stars and other prominent entertainment figures flooded social media with tributes, reflecting on how Diamond’s character in “Saved by the Bell” brought them joy in their adolescence and that they “grew up” with the show. “Screech” trended on Twitter, along with the news of Diamond’s death.
Diamond’s “Saved by the Bell” co-star Mark-Paul Gosselaar called the actor “a true comedic genius.”
“Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius,” he tweeted. “My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Looking back at our time working together, I will miss those raw, brilliant sparks that only he was able to produce.
Following news of the actor’s death, co-stars and other prominent entertainment figures flooded social media with tributes, reflecting on how Diamond’s character in “Saved by the Bell” brought them joy in their adolescence and that they “grew up” with the show. “Screech” trended on Twitter, along with the news of Diamond’s death.
Diamond’s “Saved by the Bell” co-star Mark-Paul Gosselaar called the actor “a true comedic genius.”
“Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius,” he tweeted. “My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Looking back at our time working together, I will miss those raw, brilliant sparks that only he was able to produce.
- 2/1/2021
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Variety Film + TV
Dustin Diamond died Monday at age 44 after a battle with cancer. The first of the Screech actor’s Saved By the Bell co-stars to react was Mario Lopez. Lopez, who was in touch with Diamond as recently as two weeks ago, wrote on Instagram, “Dustin, you will be missed my man. The fragility of this life is something never to be taken for granted. Prayers for your family will continue on…”
Another Bell alumnus, Tiffani Theissen, echoed Lopez’s thoughts posting, “I am deeply saddened by I the news of my old co-star @realdustindiamond passing. Life is extremely fragile and it’s something we should never take for granted. God speed Dustin.
Another Bell alumnus, Tiffani Theissen, echoed Lopez’s thoughts posting, “I am deeply saddened by I the news of my old co-star @realdustindiamond passing. Life is extremely fragile and it’s something we should never take for granted. God speed Dustin.
- 2/1/2021
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Saved by the Bell's Dustin Diamond Remembered as 'True Comedic Genius' by Costar Mark-Paul Gosselaar
The cast of Saved by the Bell is paying tribute to their former costar Dustin Diamond, who died on Monday at the age of 44.
Diamond died after an aggressive battle with Stage 4 lung cancer. In the wake of his passing, former costar Mark-Paul Gosselaar issued the following statement to TVLine:
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I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius.
Diamond died after an aggressive battle with Stage 4 lung cancer. In the wake of his passing, former costar Mark-Paul Gosselaar issued the following statement to TVLine:
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I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dustin Diamond, a true comedic genius.
- 2/1/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Dustin Diamond, best known for playing Screech on Saved by the Bell, has died.
He was 44.
The sad news comes following a battle with Stage 4 lung cancer.
“We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond’s passing on Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, due to carcinoma,” reads a statement from the actor's talent agency.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago. In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution."
"Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful," it concludes.
The actor was admitted to hospital in January for tests after being revealed to be in excruciating pain.
A post on his Facebook page later revealed a cancer diagnosis.
"At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer," his team posted.
He was 44.
The sad news comes following a battle with Stage 4 lung cancer.
“We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond’s passing on Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, due to carcinoma,” reads a statement from the actor's talent agency.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago. In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution."
"Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful," it concludes.
The actor was admitted to hospital in January for tests after being revealed to be in excruciating pain.
A post on his Facebook page later revealed a cancer diagnosis.
"At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer," his team posted.
- 2/1/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Dustin Diamond, who gained youthful fame as the nerdy Samuel “Screech” Powers on TV’s Saved by the Bell, died today in a Florida hospital, just weeks after revealing he was battling stage 4 cancer. He was 44.
Diamond’s agent confirmed the actor’s death.
“We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond’s passing on Monday, February 1st, 2021 due to carcinoma,” his reps at Roger Paul Inc. said in a statement. “He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago. In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful.”
The statement also alluded to Diamond’s various controversies, noting that the actor, who had released a self-produced sex tape, wrote a tell-all book...
Diamond’s agent confirmed the actor’s death.
“We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond’s passing on Monday, February 1st, 2021 due to carcinoma,” his reps at Roger Paul Inc. said in a statement. “He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago. In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful.”
The statement also alluded to Diamond’s various controversies, noting that the actor, who had released a self-produced sex tape, wrote a tell-all book...
- 2/1/2021
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Dustin Diamond has lost his battle with lung cancer. E! News can confirm the Saved By the Bell star passed away on Monday, Feb. 1 due to carcinoma. He was 44. "He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago," a rep for the actor shared with E! News. "In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer. He did not have to lie submerged in pain. For that, we are grateful." When news first broke of Dustin's cancer battle, his Saved By the Bell co-stars were quick to send him well wishes. As Mario Lopez previously wrote on Instagram,...
- 2/1/2021
- E! Online
Dustin Diamond, the actor who portrayed lovable nerd Samuel “Screech” Powers across four incarnations of Saved by the Bell, from 1988 to 2000, died Monday after a three-week battle with carcinoma. He was 44. Diamond’s agent, Roger Paul, confirmed the actor’s death to Rolling Stone.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago,” Paul said in a statement. “In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago,” Paul said in a statement. “In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution. Dustin did not suffer.
- 2/1/2021
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
Dustin Diamond, the actor best known as Samuel “Screech” Powers on “Saved by the Bell,” has died. He was 44.
Diamond passed away on Monday “due to carcinoma,” his reps said in a statement shared with TheWrap.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago,” the statement read. “In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution.”
Diamond “did not suffer,” his reps said.
“We are aware that Dustin is not considered reputable by most. He’s had a history of mishaps, of unfortunate events,” the statement continued. “We want the public to understand that he was not intentionally malevolent. He — much like the rest of those who act out and behave poorly — had undergone a great deal of turmoil and heartache. His actions, though rebuke-able, stemmed from loss and the...
Diamond passed away on Monday “due to carcinoma,” his reps said in a statement shared with TheWrap.
“He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago,” the statement read. “In that time, it managed to spread rapidly throughout his system; the only mercy it exhibited was its sharp and swift execution.”
Diamond “did not suffer,” his reps said.
“We are aware that Dustin is not considered reputable by most. He’s had a history of mishaps, of unfortunate events,” the statement continued. “We want the public to understand that he was not intentionally malevolent. He — much like the rest of those who act out and behave poorly — had undergone a great deal of turmoil and heartache. His actions, though rebuke-able, stemmed from loss and the...
- 2/1/2021
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
Exclusive: A drama about iconic Puerto Rican boy band Menudo is heading to the U.S. via Estrella TV.
The Spanish-language broadcaster has picked up 15-part series Súbete A Mi Moto about the band that spawned Ricky Martin.
The hour-long series, which is named after one of the band’s best known songs, originally aired on Amazon in Latin America in October 2020.
It is the latest Menudo project for the small screen, coming 44 years after the band was first created. Universal Television Alternative Studio teamed up with Mario Lopez last year to develop a weekly competition format that will search for and rebuild the band.
As told by the band’s creator, the series recounts the story of international 80’s pop sensations, set against the backdrop of the band’s anthological songs, the story of the youthful phenomenon that revolutionized Latin pop music around the globe. It tells the story of Edgardo Diaz,...
The Spanish-language broadcaster has picked up 15-part series Súbete A Mi Moto about the band that spawned Ricky Martin.
The hour-long series, which is named after one of the band’s best known songs, originally aired on Amazon in Latin America in October 2020.
It is the latest Menudo project for the small screen, coming 44 years after the band was first created. Universal Television Alternative Studio teamed up with Mario Lopez last year to develop a weekly competition format that will search for and rebuild the band.
As told by the band’s creator, the series recounts the story of international 80’s pop sensations, set against the backdrop of the band’s anthological songs, the story of the youthful phenomenon that revolutionized Latin pop music around the globe. It tells the story of Edgardo Diaz,...
- 2/1/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Are Nikki Bella and Brie Bella coming out of retirement?! The Total Bellas stars just gave a major update about possibly returning to the WWE ring to wrestle again after taking time off the past few years. The E! stars shared the exciting news with WWE superfan Mario Lopez during a Friday, Jan. 29 appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show (where he was filling in for Ellen DeGeneres). Nikki says there's "definitely" a chance they'll return, adding, "Recently WWE made their huge announcement about WrestleMania for the next three years. So when I heard about Dallas 2022, Hollywood 2023 I got chills and i was like, 'Brie, we have never gone after the Tag Titles. They were like made for us.'...
- 1/29/2021
- E! Online
Jeezy has all the jokes for his fiancée. During the Friday, Jan. 29 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Jeannie Mai updated guest host Mario Lopez on her recovery since undergoing emergency surgery. She especially noted what the "Put On" rapper enjoyed during her recuperation period while she was required not to speak. "Jay said—my fiancé Jay—said it was the most peaceful time of the whole quarantine," she said with a laugh. "My plants grew more flourishing. It was a moment, man." The Dancing with the Stars contestant shared more details about her thoughts following her surgery, including taking her cleanliness habits more...
- 1/29/2021
- E! Online
At long last, the remaining celebrities on “The Masked Dancer” will all be performing together on the same stage on Wednesday night. That’s right — it’s time for the Super 6! Cotton Candy, Exotic Bird, Hammerhead, Sloth, Tulip and Zebra all survived the early group rounds and will come together this week for the second stage of competition. For the next several episodes we’ll watch these finalists dance their hearts out in front of the panelists and viewers at home, until only one remains as the winner of the Diamond Mask trophy.
SEEPaula Abdul (‘The Masked Dancer’) makes first correct guess of Season 1 — how’d she do it?
Throughout the past month, the Super 6 have been responsible for sending home four other aspiring dancers: rapper/actor Ice-t (Disco Ball), scientist Bill Nye (Ice Cube), activist Elizabeth Smart (Moth) and singer Brian McKnight (Cricket). These folks each received the lowest...
SEEPaula Abdul (‘The Masked Dancer’) makes first correct guess of Season 1 — how’d she do it?
Throughout the past month, the Super 6 have been responsible for sending home four other aspiring dancers: rapper/actor Ice-t (Disco Ball), scientist Bill Nye (Ice Cube), activist Elizabeth Smart (Moth) and singer Brian McKnight (Cricket). These folks each received the lowest...
- 1/27/2021
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
The fiery Zebra has been bringing the heat on Season 1 of “The Masked Dancer,” quick-hoofing his way into the Super Six with a pair of fringe-shaking performances. After shimmying his way through his opening number, panelists Paula Abdul, Brian Austin Green, Ken Jeong and Ashley Tisdale praised the Zebra’s costume and high-energy performance. In the Group B playoffs the striped dancer slowed things down to prove he wants to step into the limelight and win the Fox reality TV dancing competition’s Diamond Mask trophy.
See See all 62 ‘The Masked Singer’ costumes and celebrity reveals through the years
The Zebra delivered his first performance in Episode 2, showing off some Latin flare as he scorched through a salsa routine to “Magalehna” by Sergio Mendes. His inconsistent moves confused the panel, leading Ken to suggest the Zebra was a professional dancer trying to downplay his talent. In Episode 3 the Zebra got...
See See all 62 ‘The Masked Singer’ costumes and celebrity reveals through the years
The Zebra delivered his first performance in Episode 2, showing off some Latin flare as he scorched through a salsa routine to “Magalehna” by Sergio Mendes. His inconsistent moves confused the panel, leading Ken to suggest the Zebra was a professional dancer trying to downplay his talent. In Episode 3 the Zebra got...
- 1/25/2021
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
The students of Bayside High are going back to school work. The Peacock streaming service has renewed the Saved By the Bell revival series for a second season.
A reimagining of the 1990s Saturday morning series, this version of Saved By the Bell begins when California governor Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) closes too many underfunded high schools and proposes they send the affected students to the most well-funded schools in the state -- including his alma mater, Bayside High. The show stars Haskiri Velazquez, Mitchell Hoog, Josie Totah, Alycia Pascual-Peña, Belmont Cameli, Dexter Darden, John Michael Higgins, Elizabeth Berkley Lauren, and Mario Lopez.
Here's the second season announcement from Peacock:
Get So Excited... Season Two Is Calling!
Peacock Is Going Back To Bayside As Critically Acclaimed Comedy "Saved By The...
A reimagining of the 1990s Saturday morning series, this version of Saved By the Bell begins when California governor Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) closes too many underfunded high schools and proposes they send the affected students to the most well-funded schools in the state -- including his alma mater, Bayside High. The show stars Haskiri Velazquez, Mitchell Hoog, Josie Totah, Alycia Pascual-Peña, Belmont Cameli, Dexter Darden, John Michael Higgins, Elizabeth Berkley Lauren, and Mario Lopez.
Here's the second season announcement from Peacock:
Get So Excited... Season Two Is Calling!
Peacock Is Going Back To Bayside As Critically Acclaimed Comedy "Saved By The...
- 1/20/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Peacock will return to Bayside High.
The streamer has renewed critically acclaimed comedy Saved By the Bell for a second season.
10 episodes have been ordered for the sophomore run.
"I'm thrilled that Saved By The Bell has been renewed. I've been blown away by all the love for the show and can't wait to go back and make more episodes,” said writer and executive producer Tracey Wigfield.
“Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents the threeboot."
In the reimagined series, when California governor Zack Morris gets into hot water for closing too many underfunded high schools, he proposes they send the affected students to the most well-funded schools in the state – including Bayside High.
The influx of new students gives the privileged Bayside kids (who never have a problem that can't be solved in twenty-two...
The streamer has renewed critically acclaimed comedy Saved By the Bell for a second season.
10 episodes have been ordered for the sophomore run.
"I'm thrilled that Saved By The Bell has been renewed. I've been blown away by all the love for the show and can't wait to go back and make more episodes,” said writer and executive producer Tracey Wigfield.
“Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents the threeboot."
In the reimagined series, when California governor Zack Morris gets into hot water for closing too many underfunded high schools, he proposes they send the affected students to the most well-funded schools in the state – including Bayside High.
The influx of new students gives the privileged Bayside kids (who never have a problem that can't be solved in twenty-two...
- 1/19/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
This calls for a celebratory burger at The Max: Peacock has renewed the Saved by the Bell revival for a 10-episode second season, TVLine has learned.
The renewal comes less than two months after the release of Season 1, which earned an average reader grade of “B-.”
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“I’m thrilled that Saved by the Bell has been renewed,” executive producer Tracey Wigfield said in a statement. “I’ve been blown away...
The renewal comes less than two months after the release of Season 1, which earned an average reader grade of “B-.”
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“I’m thrilled that Saved by the Bell has been renewed,” executive producer Tracey Wigfield said in a statement. “I’ve been blown away...
- 1/19/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Saved By the Bell is returning for a second go-round. Peacock has ordered a 10-episode second season of the critically praised comedy, a reimagining of the classic NBC series.
“I’m thrilled that Saved By the Bell has been renewed. I’ve been blown away by all the love for the show and can’t wait to go back and make more episodes,” said writer and executive producer Tracey Wigfield. “Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents the threeboot.”
The No. 1 show on the NBCUniversal streaming service is the second Peacock Original series to get a renewal. A.P. Bio, which originated on NBC, was renewed for its fourth season on the streaming service in December. Peacock picked up the comedy for a third season after it was canceled by NBC after two seasons.
In the reimagined series,...
“I’m thrilled that Saved By the Bell has been renewed. I’ve been blown away by all the love for the show and can’t wait to go back and make more episodes,” said writer and executive producer Tracey Wigfield. “Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents the threeboot.”
The No. 1 show on the NBCUniversal streaming service is the second Peacock Original series to get a renewal. A.P. Bio, which originated on NBC, was renewed for its fourth season on the streaming service in December. Peacock picked up the comedy for a third season after it was canceled by NBC after two seasons.
In the reimagined series,...
- 1/19/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Time in: School will be back in session in Bayside High for 10 more episodes, as Peacock has renewed “Saved by the Bell” for a second season.
“I’m thrilled that ‘Saved by the Bell’ has been renewed. I’ve been blown away by all the love for the show and can’t wait to go back and make more episodes,” said showrunner Tracey Wigfield. “Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents the threeboot.”
Wigfield’s reimagining of the beloved 1980s and 1990s sitcom sees California governor Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) trying to save face after closing too many underfunded high schools but proposing that the state send affected students to the most well-funded schools instead. This, naturally, means Bayside gets an influx of new students, which forces the privileged Palisades kids to finally get a reality check.
“I’m thrilled that ‘Saved by the Bell’ has been renewed. I’ve been blown away by all the love for the show and can’t wait to go back and make more episodes,” said showrunner Tracey Wigfield. “Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents the threeboot.”
Wigfield’s reimagining of the beloved 1980s and 1990s sitcom sees California governor Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) trying to save face after closing too many underfunded high schools but proposing that the state send affected students to the most well-funded schools instead. This, naturally, means Bayside gets an influx of new students, which forces the privileged Palisades kids to finally get a reality check.
- 1/19/2021
- by Danielle Turchiano
- Variety Film + TV
We're so excited! We're so excited! Peacock's Saved By the Bell reboot has been renewed for a second season, NBCU's streaming service announced Tuesday morning, Jan. 19. That means fans new and old will be going back to Bayside High for 10 more episodes with Mario Lopez, Elizabeth Berkley and all our favorite new cast members. "I'm thrilled that Saved By the Bell has been renewed. I've been blown away by all the love for the show and can't wait to go back and make more episodes," writer and executive producer Tracey Wigfield said in a statement today. "Hopefully we stay on Peacock for many more seasons, and then in 30 years, somebody does a reboot of our reboot and invents...
- 1/19/2021
- E! Online
Mario Lopez is sending prayers to his Saved by the Bell co-star Dustin Diamond in the wake of his cancer diagnosis.
Lopez took to social media Thursday, shortly after news of Diamond's diagnosis was revealed by sources close to him.
"I connected with Dustin earlier this evening and although the news of his diagnosis is heartbreaking, we remain positive that he'll overcome this," Mario captioned images of the pair on both Instagram and Twitter.
"Praying for him & his family and for a speedy recovery. God Bless."
Dustin's cancer diagnosis was revealed on his Facebook page.
"At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer," his team posted.
"Dustin will disclose more information once it is available and a plan moving forward is made... We ask everyone to respect Dustin's privacy during this difficult time. All positivity and prayers are appreciated."
If you would like to send a card or letter,...
Lopez took to social media Thursday, shortly after news of Diamond's diagnosis was revealed by sources close to him.
"I connected with Dustin earlier this evening and although the news of his diagnosis is heartbreaking, we remain positive that he'll overcome this," Mario captioned images of the pair on both Instagram and Twitter.
"Praying for him & his family and for a speedy recovery. God Bless."
Dustin's cancer diagnosis was revealed on his Facebook page.
"At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer," his team posted.
"Dustin will disclose more information once it is available and a plan moving forward is made... We ask everyone to respect Dustin's privacy during this difficult time. All positivity and prayers are appreciated."
If you would like to send a card or letter,...
- 1/15/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Mario Lopez is sending support after his former Saved by the Bell co-star Dustin Diamond was diagnosed with cancer. The Extra host shared a screenshot to social media on Thursday, Jan. 14 of himself and Dustin in a scene from the beloved 1990s sitcom, alongside a more recent photo of the two pals catching up. "I connected with Dustin earlier this evening and although the news of his diagnosis is heartbreaking, we remain positive that he'll overcome this," Mario captioned the images on Instagram and Twitter. "Praying for him & his family and for a speedy recovery. God Bless." Dustin's diagnosis was confirmed on his Facebook page on Jan. 14 to update fans about...
- 1/15/2021
- E! Online
“Saved by the Bell” star Dustin Diamond has been diagnosed with cancer after being hospitalized over the weekend, according to a statement shared to the actor’s Facebook page on Thursday.
“At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer,” the statement reads. “Dustin will disclose more information once it is available and a plan moving forward is made.”
A representative for the actor elaborated in a statement to EW, saying Diamond is currently feeling “fine” despite the “serious” diagnosis. “He’s undergoing chemo so he will be there at least another week and then we will figure out when he gets to come home,” the spokesperson said. “By next week, we’ll have a much better understanding of the severity of his condition and what treatments he will need so that he’s comfortable.”
Diamond was hospitalized in Florida last weekend after reportedly feeling “pain all over...
“At this time we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer,” the statement reads. “Dustin will disclose more information once it is available and a plan moving forward is made.”
A representative for the actor elaborated in a statement to EW, saying Diamond is currently feeling “fine” despite the “serious” diagnosis. “He’s undergoing chemo so he will be there at least another week and then we will figure out when he gets to come home,” the spokesperson said. “By next week, we’ll have a much better understanding of the severity of his condition and what treatments he will need so that he’s comfortable.”
Diamond was hospitalized in Florida last weekend after reportedly feeling “pain all over...
- 1/14/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Elizabeth Smart wasn’t interested at first in appearing on Fox’s “The Masked Dancer.” But after her grandmother passed away, Smart said she had an epiphany.
“She certainly lived life to the fullest,” Smart said. “As I was sitting at her funeral, thinking about life and death, I just thought, it’s okay to have fun. It’s okay to do something happy. Not everything I do has to be 100% serious all the time. I’m more than just a one-sided person, so why not.”
Smart was revealed to be the person under the Moth costume on Wednesday’s edition of “The Masked Dancer.” Smart said she also felt that after the dark events of 2020, she wanted to do something light hearted and fun.
“It was probably the most terrifying thing that I’ve ever voluntarily done,” Smart said. “But it was a lot of fun. I mean, how...
“She certainly lived life to the fullest,” Smart said. “As I was sitting at her funeral, thinking about life and death, I just thought, it’s okay to have fun. It’s okay to do something happy. Not everything I do has to be 100% serious all the time. I’m more than just a one-sided person, so why not.”
Smart was revealed to be the person under the Moth costume on Wednesday’s edition of “The Masked Dancer.” Smart said she also felt that after the dark events of 2020, she wanted to do something light hearted and fun.
“It was probably the most terrifying thing that I’ve ever voluntarily done,” Smart said. “But it was a lot of fun. I mean, how...
- 1/14/2021
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Heading into the Group B playoffs of “The Masked Dancer,” four contestants were still in the running to win the Diamond Mask trophy: Cotton Candy, Moth, Sloth and Zebra. (Group A took the week off but will return next week.) Each of these hop-steppers gave it their all on the stage on Wednesday night, but one was sadly eliminated and forced to reveal their true identity in front of America and panelists Ashley Tisdale, Brian Austin Green, Ken Jeong and Paula Abdul. So which three survived to dance another day?
See See all 62 ‘The Masked Singer’ costumes and celebrity reveals through the years
Below, read our minute-by-minute “The Masked Dancer” recap of Season 1, Episode 3, titled “These Masks Don’t Lie,” to find out what happened Wednesday, January 13 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite costumed characters on Fox...
See See all 62 ‘The Masked Singer’ costumes and celebrity reveals through the years
Below, read our minute-by-minute “The Masked Dancer” recap of Season 1, Episode 3, titled “These Masks Don’t Lie,” to find out what happened Wednesday, January 13 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section about your favorite costumed characters on Fox...
- 1/14/2021
- by Denton Davidson and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Dustin Diamond is in the hospital, it has been announced.
Multiple outlets are reporting that the star is undergoing tests for what his team is saying will result in a likely cancer diagnosis.
The 44-year-old checked into a Florida hospital this past weekend, according to E!
The outlet reports that he felt pain and is under doctors' supervision while "doctors are still running tests to figure out what is wrong."
TMZ, on the other hand, is reporting that medical professionals will be conducting a biopsy to find out what is going on with the actor.
It has been reported that Dustin's family has a history of cancer.
Diamond rose to fame as Samuel "Screech" Powers in Good Morning, Miss Bliss, before playing the character on Saved by the Bell for several years.
While Saved by the Bell recently got the reboot treatment, Diamond was not asked to return, and his...
Multiple outlets are reporting that the star is undergoing tests for what his team is saying will result in a likely cancer diagnosis.
The 44-year-old checked into a Florida hospital this past weekend, according to E!
The outlet reports that he felt pain and is under doctors' supervision while "doctors are still running tests to figure out what is wrong."
TMZ, on the other hand, is reporting that medical professionals will be conducting a biopsy to find out what is going on with the actor.
It has been reported that Dustin's family has a history of cancer.
Diamond rose to fame as Samuel "Screech" Powers in Good Morning, Miss Bliss, before playing the character on Saved by the Bell for several years.
While Saved by the Bell recently got the reboot treatment, Diamond was not asked to return, and his...
- 1/13/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Former “Saved By the Bell” star Dustin Diamond has been hospitalized with an as-yet undiagnosed illness, TheWrap has confirmed.
TMZ first reported the news on Tuesday that Diamond was hospitalized in Florida over the weekend “after feeling pain all over his body and a general sense of unease.” Representatives for the actor later told E! News that doctors believe a cancer diagnosis is “likely,” but tests are still being conducted to determine the cause.
A spokesperson for the actor confirmed to TheWrap that Diamond has been hospitalized but was unable to provide any update on his condition.
Diamond rose to fame in the ’90s as one of the stars of the original “Saved By the Bell.” He starred as Samuel “Screech” Powers on all four seasons of the NBC comedy alongside Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Lark Voorhies, Dennis Haskins, Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, Elizabeth Berkley, and Mario Lopez. He also returned for both the...
TMZ first reported the news on Tuesday that Diamond was hospitalized in Florida over the weekend “after feeling pain all over his body and a general sense of unease.” Representatives for the actor later told E! News that doctors believe a cancer diagnosis is “likely,” but tests are still being conducted to determine the cause.
A spokesperson for the actor confirmed to TheWrap that Diamond has been hospitalized but was unable to provide any update on his condition.
Diamond rose to fame in the ’90s as one of the stars of the original “Saved By the Bell.” He starred as Samuel “Screech” Powers on all four seasons of the NBC comedy alongside Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Lark Voorhies, Dennis Haskins, Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, Elizabeth Berkley, and Mario Lopez. He also returned for both the...
- 1/13/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Pepsi won’t sit out the Super Bowl, but some of its commercials will.
The beverage giant, one of the biggest and most reliable sponsors of the annual football extravaganza, is benching traditional Super Bowl ads for its flagship soda. Instead, says Todd Kaplan, Pepsi’s vice president of marketing, “we are going to double down on our existing 12 minutes in the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show in the middle of the Super Bowl, and we are going to build it out like we have never built it out before.”
The halftime show will star The Weeknd, and Pepsi on Saturday will launch a new campaign to call attention to the performance – the first time the musician at the center of the event has taken part in a Pepsi ad campaign in advance of the effort. CBS is scheduled to telecast Super Bowl Lv on February 7.
Pepsi’s decision will...
The beverage giant, one of the biggest and most reliable sponsors of the annual football extravaganza, is benching traditional Super Bowl ads for its flagship soda. Instead, says Todd Kaplan, Pepsi’s vice president of marketing, “we are going to double down on our existing 12 minutes in the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show in the middle of the Super Bowl, and we are going to build it out like we have never built it out before.”
The halftime show will star The Weeknd, and Pepsi on Saturday will launch a new campaign to call attention to the performance – the first time the musician at the center of the event has taken part in a Pepsi ad campaign in advance of the effort. CBS is scheduled to telecast Super Bowl Lv on February 7.
Pepsi’s decision will...
- 1/8/2021
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
“The Masked Dancer” continues on January 6 with the second set of five celebrities competing as Group B. Among these famous five is someone disguised as a Zebra. We got a sneak peek at the reactions of the judges to his first performance. Paula Abdul praised his “superb” costume while Brian Austin Green praised his “fancy footwork” and Ken Jeong speculated that his must be a “trained dancer.” Keep reading for all “The Masked Dancer” spoilers, including our best guess of the name of the Zebra.
The only clue we got before the Zebra took to the stage for the first time came via the show’s official Instagram account in the days before Christmas. This striped beast revealed that their favorite holiday tunes is “Feliz Navidad,” which is “Merry Christmas” in Spanish. The post also encouraged us to make some “wild guesses.”
We think that the Zebra is Mario Lopez.
The only clue we got before the Zebra took to the stage for the first time came via the show’s official Instagram account in the days before Christmas. This striped beast revealed that their favorite holiday tunes is “Feliz Navidad,” which is “Merry Christmas” in Spanish. The post also encouraged us to make some “wild guesses.”
We think that the Zebra is Mario Lopez.
- 1/6/2021
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
Mario Lopez wasn't entirely convinced to return to Bayside High in Peacock's Saved by the Bell sequel series but it was another show that was continuing a movie universe that made the actor change his mind. As a part of a recent "GQ" interview, Lopez revealed that he wasn't initially sold about the idea of another Saved by…...
- 12/30/2020
- by Gaius Bolling
- JoBlo.com
Tessa Munro may not be a household name, but there’s a good chance you’ve seen her face in something before. Since making her TV debut more than 20 years ago, Tessa has added well over 50 acting credits to her resume. Many people will recognize her best for her roles in soap operas such as The Young and the Restless and All My Children. Her latest role, however, might be the one that gets her the most attention. She is starring opposite Mario Lopez in the new Lifetime mini-movie, A Recipe for Seduction. The project has been getting a lot
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Tessa Munro...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Tessa Munro...
- 12/24/2020
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
Just hours after Jim Carrey announced he would no longer portray president-elect Joe Biden on Saturday Night Live, the late-night comedy series introduced his successor — and it’s an actual cast member.
Alex Moffat, who is best known for his portrayal of Eric Trump, succeeded Carrey in this weekend’s midseason finale. He joined Maya Rudolph’s Kamala Harris on stage and acknowledged that he looked a bit different.
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Alex Moffat, who is best known for his portrayal of Eric Trump, succeeded Carrey in this weekend’s midseason finale. He joined Maya Rudolph’s Kamala Harris on stage and acknowledged that he looked a bit different.
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- 12/20/2020
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
The opener of Saturday Night Live spoofed the televised moment when Vice President Mike Pence (Beck Bennett) received a Covid-19 vaccine.
“Before we begin, I just want to reassure the American people that this vaccine is completely safe and harmless,” Pence said. “That is why President Trump refuses to take it or talk about it. Instead he sent me to be his, what do you call it?”
“Human shield,” a doctor, ready to inject him, answered.
“That’s right. That’s exactly the phrase he used. He is a colorful man, and even more fun on steroids,” Pence said.
The real Mike Pence got a Covid-19 vaccine on Friday, in an event that was televised on network morning shows as lawmakers try to assure the public of its safety and effectiveness. The SNL riff was on Pence’s seeming inability to say anything that would cross the boss, even when...
“Before we begin, I just want to reassure the American people that this vaccine is completely safe and harmless,” Pence said. “That is why President Trump refuses to take it or talk about it. Instead he sent me to be his, what do you call it?”
“Human shield,” a doctor, ready to inject him, answered.
“That’s right. That’s exactly the phrase he used. He is a colorful man, and even more fun on steroids,” Pence said.
The real Mike Pence got a Covid-19 vaccine on Friday, in an event that was televised on network morning shows as lawmakers try to assure the public of its safety and effectiveness. The SNL riff was on Pence’s seeming inability to say anything that would cross the boss, even when...
- 12/20/2020
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
The final episode of “Saturday Night Live” for the tumultuous year that was 2020 started with both the hot topic of the day and the hot topic of the month: who would take over the role of President-Elect Joe Biden on the late-night sketch comedy series and the Covid-19 vaccine, respectively.
The episode aired just hours after Jim Carrey shared news that his stint as Biden was only set to be six weeks and therefore he would not be continuing through the rest of the 46th season of the late-night NBC sketch comedy series. After much speculation on social media throughout the day, “SNL” cast member Alex Moffat took on the politician, appearing in the Dec. 19 cold open sketch alongside Beck Bennett as Vice President Mike Pence, Kate McKinnon as Rudy Giuliani, Kenan Thompson as Dr. Ben Carson and guest star Maya Rudolph as Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris.
The sketch began...
The episode aired just hours after Jim Carrey shared news that his stint as Biden was only set to be six weeks and therefore he would not be continuing through the rest of the 46th season of the late-night NBC sketch comedy series. After much speculation on social media throughout the day, “SNL” cast member Alex Moffat took on the politician, appearing in the Dec. 19 cold open sketch alongside Beck Bennett as Vice President Mike Pence, Kate McKinnon as Rudy Giuliani, Kenan Thompson as Dr. Ben Carson and guest star Maya Rudolph as Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris.
The sketch began...
- 12/20/2020
- by Danielle Turchiano
- Variety Film + TV
Justene Alpert may not have the most extensive acting resume, but that doesn’t mean she hasn’t been working hard to establish herself in the industry. With nearly 15 years of on screen experience, Justene has been a part of several successful shows. Most people well recognize her best from her role as Marissa in the Amazon Prime series Bosch. Her most recent role was in the Lifetime mini movie, A Recipe for Seduction which also stars Mario Lopez. If Justene keeps going at her current pace, there’s a good chance she’ll be spending a lot more time on all of
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Justene Alpert...
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- 12/16/2020
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
The latest Celebrity Game Face was one for the books! As part of Tuesday, Dec. 15's episode of the E! series, host and executive producer Kevin Hart led celebrity pairs—Justin Long and his brother Christian Long, Mario Lopez and his wife Courtney Lopez, and longtime friends Taran Killam and Ronnie Kimble—in a series of hilarious games, promising the winning team money for the charity of their choice, as well as the giant, gold baby that serves as the Hart of a Champion trophy. These games, as Kevin explained, can be described as "outrageous challenges designed to test the mind, body and soul." We're talking "Booty Shake,"...
- 12/16/2020
- E! Online
Justin Long is in it to win it—and by "it," we mean tonight's all-new Celebrity Game Face. Host and executive producer Kevin Hart recruited the Jeepers Creepers actor and his brother Christian Long to compete on the E! series in the hopes of winning a cash prize for their preferred charity and the famed Hart of a Champion trophy, but they sure have their work cut out for them. Why? Look no further than this sneak peek clip. In it, the Long bros and their fellow contestants—duos Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez and Taran Killam and Ronnie Kimble—are partaking in the "Booty Shake" challenge. Things seem to be going well for the most part, but once...
- 12/15/2020
- E! Online
It’s All Right: ‘Saved by the Bell’ Cast, Jimmy Fallon and The Roots Remix Show’s Theme Song (Video)
The “Saved by the Bell” cast, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Tiffani Thiessen, Mario Lopez and Elizabeth Berkley, Jimmy Fallon and The Roots just remixed the show’s classic theme song.
The “Tonight Show” version all starts out normal enough, just with Fallon and Thiessen on the vocals. And then the record scratched.
That’s when Tariq Trotter of The Roots — a.k.a. Black Thought — changed it all up, spitting: “Early ’90s NBC/2020 streaming on Peacock/Pete Engel, show creator/Jessie, Kelly, Zack…”
“A.C. Slater,” Lopez interrupted, himself rapping (decently). “The Preppy hater/The Jessie Spano dater/Life is greater when we’re reunited…”
That was Berkley’s cue to cut in with her “I’m So Excited” gag.
Watch the video above.
Peacock’s “Saved by the Bell” revival launched just in time for Thanksgiving. Ahead of the news series’ streaming debut, TheWrap spoke with executive producers Tracey Wigfield and Franco Bario...
The “Tonight Show” version all starts out normal enough, just with Fallon and Thiessen on the vocals. And then the record scratched.
That’s when Tariq Trotter of The Roots — a.k.a. Black Thought — changed it all up, spitting: “Early ’90s NBC/2020 streaming on Peacock/Pete Engel, show creator/Jessie, Kelly, Zack…”
“A.C. Slater,” Lopez interrupted, himself rapping (decently). “The Preppy hater/The Jessie Spano dater/Life is greater when we’re reunited…”
That was Berkley’s cue to cut in with her “I’m So Excited” gag.
Watch the video above.
Peacock’s “Saved by the Bell” revival launched just in time for Thanksgiving. Ahead of the news series’ streaming debut, TheWrap spoke with executive producers Tracey Wigfield and Franco Bario...
- 12/15/2020
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
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