Law & Order creator Dick Wolf welcomed Ice-t with open arms to his hit spin-off Svu. But upon meeting the executive, even gangster rapper Ice-t was taken back by Wolf’s presence.
Ice-t once revealed his first impressions on ‘Law & Order’ creator Dick Wolf Ice-t and Dick Wolf | Kevin Winter/Getty Images
Ice-t initially wanted to have little to do with television when he was first recruited for the series. He first got his start working with series creator Dick Wolf on the series New York Undercover. But doing television took some convincing, as Ice-t felt he was becoming too big of a movie star for the small screen.
“I had just come off of New Jack City in film, and didn’t need TV,” Ice-t told Variety not too long ago.
His stint in New York Undercover would eventually lead him to work with Wolf much longer in Svu.
Ice-t once revealed his first impressions on ‘Law & Order’ creator Dick Wolf Ice-t and Dick Wolf | Kevin Winter/Getty Images
Ice-t initially wanted to have little to do with television when he was first recruited for the series. He first got his start working with series creator Dick Wolf on the series New York Undercover. But doing television took some convincing, as Ice-t felt he was becoming too big of a movie star for the small screen.
“I had just come off of New Jack City in film, and didn’t need TV,” Ice-t told Variety not too long ago.
His stint in New York Undercover would eventually lead him to work with Wolf much longer in Svu.
- 1/26/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kamar de los Reyes, the compelling Puerto Rican actor who portrayed the troubled cop Antonio Vega on the ABC soap opera One Life to Live and the villain Raul Menendez in Call of Duty video games, has died. He was 56.
De los Reyes died on Christmas Eve in Los Angeles after a brief battle with cancer, a family spokesperson announced.
De los Reyes also appeared as Watergate burglar Eugenio Martínez in Oliver Stone’s Nixon (1995) and starred as Tomas in Lisa France’s Love & Suicide (2005), a feature shot clandestinely in Cuba while the principals were attending the Havana International Film Festival.
Most recently, he had recurring roles as Jobe on Fox’s Sleepy Hollow in 2017, as a detective on ABC’s The Rookie in 2021 and as a college football coach on the CW’s All American since 2022.
On One Life to Live, de los Reyes first showed up in Llanview...
De los Reyes died on Christmas Eve in Los Angeles after a brief battle with cancer, a family spokesperson announced.
De los Reyes also appeared as Watergate burglar Eugenio Martínez in Oliver Stone’s Nixon (1995) and starred as Tomas in Lisa France’s Love & Suicide (2005), a feature shot clandestinely in Cuba while the principals were attending the Havana International Film Festival.
Most recently, he had recurring roles as Jobe on Fox’s Sleepy Hollow in 2017, as a detective on ABC’s The Rookie in 2021 and as a college football coach on the CW’s All American since 2022.
On One Life to Live, de los Reyes first showed up in Llanview...
- 12/25/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
James McCaffrey, a seasoned veteran of the small screen and the voice of the iconic video game character Max Payne, has died.
He was 65.
According to reports, McCaffrey died Sunday of multiple myeloma cancer.
He was probably most well-known to non-video game players for his work on Rescue Me, where he played Jimmy Keefe.
Keefe was a New York firefighter who lost his life on 9/11.
He appears as a ghost to his cousin, played by Denis Leary, and his character drives some of Leary's richest scenes as Leary's character tries to understand the loss and why he's still alive.
McCaffrey had a series regular role for the first three seasons before switching to a recurring capacity for the final four seasons.
The FX hit also starred John Scurti, Michael Lombardi, Steven Pasquale, and Andrea Roth.
Throughout his career, the actor had countless credits across movies, TV, and video games.
In addition to Rescue Me,...
He was 65.
According to reports, McCaffrey died Sunday of multiple myeloma cancer.
He was probably most well-known to non-video game players for his work on Rescue Me, where he played Jimmy Keefe.
Keefe was a New York firefighter who lost his life on 9/11.
He appears as a ghost to his cousin, played by Denis Leary, and his character drives some of Leary's richest scenes as Leary's character tries to understand the loss and why he's still alive.
McCaffrey had a series regular role for the first three seasons before switching to a recurring capacity for the final four seasons.
The FX hit also starred John Scurti, Michael Lombardi, Steven Pasquale, and Andrea Roth.
Throughout his career, the actor had countless credits across movies, TV, and video games.
In addition to Rescue Me,...
- 12/19/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
James McCaffrey, the actor who was the voice of Max Payne in the eponymous video game franchise, has died after a battle with cancer. He was 65 years old.
McCaffrey’s death was confirmed on Monday by TMZ, who reported that a representative of McCaffrey informed them that the actor had been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, and passed on Sunday surrounded by his friends and family.
McCaffrey is perhaps best known for portraying detective-turned-vigilante Max Payne, but had a decades-long career that began in the late ‘80s with a direct-to-video film titled New York’s Finest. By the mid-1990s, he had appeared in several films and television shows, played the role of Captain Arthur O’Breun in the Fox series New York Undercover, and landed a starring part in a short-lived NBC series called Viper.
Going into the 2000s, McCaffrey made appearances on Sex in the City, Law & Order,...
McCaffrey’s death was confirmed on Monday by TMZ, who reported that a representative of McCaffrey informed them that the actor had been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, and passed on Sunday surrounded by his friends and family.
McCaffrey is perhaps best known for portraying detective-turned-vigilante Max Payne, but had a decades-long career that began in the late ‘80s with a direct-to-video film titled New York’s Finest. By the mid-1990s, he had appeared in several films and television shows, played the role of Captain Arthur O’Breun in the Fox series New York Undercover, and landed a starring part in a short-lived NBC series called Viper.
Going into the 2000s, McCaffrey made appearances on Sex in the City, Law & Order,...
- 12/18/2023
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Film News
James McCaffrey, the actor renowned for lending his voice to Max Payne in the acclaimed video game franchise and, more recently, Alex Casey in Alan Wake 2, passed away on December 17 following a cancer battle, as confirmed by Variety through his manager. McCaffrey, aged 65, faced a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, as reported by TMZ. Before delving into video game voice acting, McCaffrey enjoyed a prolific career spanning over three decades as a film and TV actor. His early roles included Captain Arthur O’Byrne in Season 3 of Fox’s New York Undercover and the NBC action series Viper. ©NBC / Courtesy Everett Collection A standout moment in his career occurred with the role of firefighter James Xavier “Jimmy” Keefe on FX’s Rescue Me in 2004, where he portrayed a character who died on September 11. McCaffrey’s influence extended across various TV shows such as Sex and the City and As the World Turns...
- 12/18/2023
- TV Insider
James McCaffrey, the actor who portrayed firefighter and 9/11 victim Jimmy Keefe on Rescue Me and provided the titular voice of the Max Payne video games, died Sunday at his home in Larchmont, N.Y. He was 65.
McCaffrey died after a battle with myeloma. The news was confirmed by his wife, actress Rochelle Boström, to The Hollywood Reporter.
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In addition to starring in 55 episodes of the FX dramedy Rescue Me, McCaffrey also starred in 1994’s Viper as...
McCaffrey died after a battle with myeloma. The news was confirmed by his wife, actress Rochelle Boström, to The Hollywood Reporter.
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In addition to starring in 55 episodes of the FX dramedy Rescue Me, McCaffrey also starred in 1994’s Viper as...
- 12/18/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
James McCaffrey, who portrayed the firefighter and 9/11 victim Jimmy Keefe on Rescue Me and provided the voice of the title character in Max Payne video games, has died. He was 65.
McCaffrey died Sunday at his home in Larchmont, New York, after a battle with myeloma, his wife, actress Rochelle Boström, told The Hollywood Reporter.
McCaffrey also starred in the 1990s as expert driver Michael Payton/Joe Astor on the first and fourth seasons of the NBC drama Viper and as Capt. Arthur O’Byrne on the Fox crime series New York Undercover.
McCaffrey’s Jimmy was killed on 9/11, and his vision hounded friend and fellow New York firefighter Tommy Gavin (Denis Leary) over all seven seasons (2004-11) of the acclaimed FX drama Rescue Me. He said it was his favorite role.
He voiced Max Payne — the avenging former NYPD officer turned DEA agent whose wife and daughter were murdered by...
McCaffrey died Sunday at his home in Larchmont, New York, after a battle with myeloma, his wife, actress Rochelle Boström, told The Hollywood Reporter.
McCaffrey also starred in the 1990s as expert driver Michael Payton/Joe Astor on the first and fourth seasons of the NBC drama Viper and as Capt. Arthur O’Byrne on the Fox crime series New York Undercover.
McCaffrey’s Jimmy was killed on 9/11, and his vision hounded friend and fellow New York firefighter Tommy Gavin (Denis Leary) over all seven seasons (2004-11) of the acclaimed FX drama Rescue Me. He said it was his favorite role.
He voiced Max Payne — the avenging former NYPD officer turned DEA agent whose wife and daughter were murdered by...
- 12/18/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Photo credit: Sony Pictures
In “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” our hero Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) is transported to a dimension where dozens of other Spider-heroes reside — or at least intersect like threads on a web.
There’s Miguel O’Hara/Spider-Man 2099 (Oscar Isaac), the leader of this Spider Society. His right hand is Jessica Drew/Spider-Woman (Issa Rae), who shares the same superhero name as Gwen Stacy/Spider-Woman (Hailee Steinfeld). You won’t confuse them though, as each hero has his/her own distinct character design and animation style.
Here’s a complete (and spoiler-free) “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” cast and character guide.
Photo credit: Sony Pictures Animation/Getty
Miles Morales/Spider-Man
Voiced by: Shameik Moore
Now 15-years-old, Miles is dealing with a lot of teenage issues: feeling isolated/lonely due to his secret life, college/career planning, and trying to be the best son he can. He resides on...
In “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” our hero Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) is transported to a dimension where dozens of other Spider-heroes reside — or at least intersect like threads on a web.
There’s Miguel O’Hara/Spider-Man 2099 (Oscar Isaac), the leader of this Spider Society. His right hand is Jessica Drew/Spider-Woman (Issa Rae), who shares the same superhero name as Gwen Stacy/Spider-Woman (Hailee Steinfeld). You won’t confuse them though, as each hero has his/her own distinct character design and animation style.
Here’s a complete (and spoiler-free) “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” cast and character guide.
Photo credit: Sony Pictures Animation/Getty
Miles Morales/Spider-Man
Voiced by: Shameik Moore
Now 15-years-old, Miles is dealing with a lot of teenage issues: feeling isolated/lonely due to his secret life, college/career planning, and trying to be the best son he can. He resides on...
- 11/16/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Ron Cephas Jones, an Emmy-award-winning actor for his role as William Hill on This Is Us, has died. He was 66.
A representative for the actor confirmed the news of his death to Deadline.
“Beloved and award-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones has passed away at the age of 66 due to a long-standing pulmonary issue,” read a statement from the actor’s representative shared by People. “Throughout the course of his career, his warmth, beauty, generosity, kindness and heart were felt by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him.”
The statement continued, “He began his career at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and his love for the stage was present throughout his entire career, including his recent Tony-nominated and Drama Desk Award-winning performance for his role in Clyde’s on Broadway.”
Jones played the role of William Hill on This Is Us, the biological father of Sterling K. Brown’s Randall Pearson.
A representative for the actor confirmed the news of his death to Deadline.
“Beloved and award-winning actor Ron Cephas Jones has passed away at the age of 66 due to a long-standing pulmonary issue,” read a statement from the actor’s representative shared by People. “Throughout the course of his career, his warmth, beauty, generosity, kindness and heart were felt by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him.”
The statement continued, “He began his career at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and his love for the stage was present throughout his entire career, including his recent Tony-nominated and Drama Desk Award-winning performance for his role in Clyde’s on Broadway.”
Jones played the role of William Hill on This Is Us, the biological father of Sterling K. Brown’s Randall Pearson.
- 8/19/2023
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
John Refoua, the Oscar-nominated editor who worked on Avatar and Avatar: The Way of Water, has died. He was 58.
Refoua died from complications from a rare bile duct cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, according to his wife, Serena Bell Refoua, who shared the news of his death in a Facebook post. He was diagnosed with cancer in early 2022.
“Despite the pain and complexities of this aggressive disease, he faced it with courage and grit,” Bell Refoua wrote. “He continued to work and edit on James Cameron’s Avatar 3 right up to his final weeks. His life’s trajectory was quite unique and anything he touched, he made better.”
An experienced and widely respected editor, Refoua was a longtime collaborator of Cameron, working with the legendary filmmaker on the Avatar franchise, the Fox sci-fi series Dark Angel and the Titanic documentary, Ghosts of the Abyss. Refoua, along with Cameron and Stephen E. Rivkin...
Refoua died from complications from a rare bile duct cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, according to his wife, Serena Bell Refoua, who shared the news of his death in a Facebook post. He was diagnosed with cancer in early 2022.
“Despite the pain and complexities of this aggressive disease, he faced it with courage and grit,” Bell Refoua wrote. “He continued to work and edit on James Cameron’s Avatar 3 right up to his final weeks. His life’s trajectory was quite unique and anything he touched, he made better.”
An experienced and widely respected editor, Refoua was a longtime collaborator of Cameron, working with the legendary filmmaker on the Avatar franchise, the Fox sci-fi series Dark Angel and the Titanic documentary, Ghosts of the Abyss. Refoua, along with Cameron and Stephen E. Rivkin...
- 5/17/2023
- by Christy Piña and Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
John Refoua, the Oscar-nominated film editor who worked on both “Avatar” and “Avatar: The Way of Water,” died Sunday from complications related to bile cancer. He was 58.
Refoua’s career as an editor reached new heights with the success of 2009’s “Avatar.” Working alongside James Cameron and Stephen E. Rivkin, the trio was nominated for the best achievement in film edited at the Academy Awards in 2010.
After “Avatar,” Refoua returned to edit on the film’s 2022 sequel, “Avatar: The Way of Water.” In years between, Refoua credits included “Transformers: The Last Knight” and “Geostorm,” as well as television series “Touched by an Angel,” “Law & Order,” “New York Undercover,” “Dark Angel” and “CSI: Miami.”
In the spring of 2022, Refoua was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, an infrequent form of bile duct cancer. He continued to contribute to editing director Cameron’s third “Avatar” entry up to his final weeks of life, his wife Serena Refoua confirmed.
Refoua’s career as an editor reached new heights with the success of 2009’s “Avatar.” Working alongside James Cameron and Stephen E. Rivkin, the trio was nominated for the best achievement in film edited at the Academy Awards in 2010.
After “Avatar,” Refoua returned to edit on the film’s 2022 sequel, “Avatar: The Way of Water.” In years between, Refoua credits included “Transformers: The Last Knight” and “Geostorm,” as well as television series “Touched by an Angel,” “Law & Order,” “New York Undercover,” “Dark Angel” and “CSI: Miami.”
In the spring of 2022, Refoua was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, an infrequent form of bile duct cancer. He continued to contribute to editing director Cameron’s third “Avatar” entry up to his final weeks of life, his wife Serena Refoua confirmed.
- 5/16/2023
- by McKinley Franklin
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Peacock is developing drama series Queen of Flow, a premium adaptation of Caracol Television’s Colombian telenovela, La Reina Del Flow. Jorge Reyes is attached to pen the script for the project, from Westbrook Studios and Universal Television. Singer and actress Becky G is in early negotiations to lead the series, Deadline understands.
Queen of Flow is a revenge tale/music drama about a young singer-songwriter named Yeimi — the role Becky G is in talks for — who rises to fame in the music world and finds a star-crossed love with the superstar scion of a powerful family. But on her rise to the top, dark secrets are discovered about both Yeimi and the family she’s made her own that set them on a collision course towards a reckoning that could destroy them all.
The premise is described as a “Count of Monte Cristo-esque tale...
Queen of Flow is a revenge tale/music drama about a young singer-songwriter named Yeimi — the role Becky G is in talks for — who rises to fame in the music world and finds a star-crossed love with the superstar scion of a powerful family. But on her rise to the top, dark secrets are discovered about both Yeimi and the family she’s made her own that set them on a collision course towards a reckoning that could destroy them all.
The premise is described as a “Count of Monte Cristo-esque tale...
- 3/29/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Lance Reddick, a character actor most known for his role as Cedric Daniels on The Wire, has died at the age of 60.
His representative, Mia Hansen, said he passed away on Friday morning “from natural causes.”
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Reddick started his acting career in the 90s with appearances in The West Wing and New York Undercover.
Later on, he moved from his hometown in Baltimore to New York. There, he auditioned for David Simon for a role in The Corner, an HBO show that came two years before The Wire.
Reddick didn’t get the part, but he did earn his first recurring role on HBO’s Oz, where he portrayed an undercover detective.
Simon eventually cast Reddick in his breakout role as Narcotics Unit Lt. Daniels on The Wire. Although the show never became a hit, it received critical acclaim and grew in popularity after its run.
His representative, Mia Hansen, said he passed away on Friday morning “from natural causes.”
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Reddick started his acting career in the 90s with appearances in The West Wing and New York Undercover.
Later on, he moved from his hometown in Baltimore to New York. There, he auditioned for David Simon for a role in The Corner, an HBO show that came two years before The Wire.
Reddick didn’t get the part, but he did earn his first recurring role on HBO’s Oz, where he portrayed an undercover detective.
Simon eventually cast Reddick in his breakout role as Narcotics Unit Lt. Daniels on The Wire. Although the show never became a hit, it received critical acclaim and grew in popularity after its run.
- 3/20/2023
- by Alex Nguyen
- Uinterview
Lance Reddick, the deep-voiced actor who classed up any film or TV series he appeared in — and he appeared in some classics — has died. He was 60.
Born in 1962 in Baltimore, Reddick's initial passion was for music; he attended the Peabody Preparatory Institute and completed a summer program on music theory and composition at the Walden School as a teenager. After earning his Bachelor of Music degree from Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, he relocated to Boston, Massachusetts in the 1980s to start attending the Yale School of Drama in 1991.
Reddick began his screen career in the mid-1990s, guesting on such series as The Nanny and New York Undercover. Later in the decade, he appeared on the big screen in films including Great Expectations and The Siege before recurring on HBO’s Emmy-winning 2000 miniseries The Corner, which was based on David Simon’s book. The same year,...
Born in 1962 in Baltimore, Reddick's initial passion was for music; he attended the Peabody Preparatory Institute and completed a summer program on music theory and composition at the Walden School as a teenager. After earning his Bachelor of Music degree from Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, he relocated to Boston, Massachusetts in the 1980s to start attending the Yale School of Drama in 1991.
Reddick began his screen career in the mid-1990s, guesting on such series as The Nanny and New York Undercover. Later in the decade, he appeared on the big screen in films including Great Expectations and The Siege before recurring on HBO’s Emmy-winning 2000 miniseries The Corner, which was based on David Simon’s book. The same year,...
- 3/17/2023
- by James White
- Empire - Movies
Hollywood will miss famous actor Lance Reddick. Lance played Charon in all four John Wick films, but he’s most famously known for his role in HBO’s The Wire. Unfortunately, he died at age 60, and his wife survived him. So, who is Lance Reddick’s wife, Stephanie Reddick, and do they have kids? Here’s what to know, plus additional information on their family.
Lance Reddick died of natural causes on March 17, 2023 Lance Reddick with his wife, Stephanie Reddick | Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic
Lance Reddick was in the process of undergoing interviews regarding his role as Charon in the Keanu Reeves-led action film John Wick: Chapter Four when he died at 60. According to Deadline, the actor died of natural causes. No other details have been provided regarding his death. As stated before, Stephanie Reddick, Lance Reddick’s wife, survives him.
Lance began his career in the ’90s in series such...
Lance Reddick died of natural causes on March 17, 2023 Lance Reddick with his wife, Stephanie Reddick | Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic
Lance Reddick was in the process of undergoing interviews regarding his role as Charon in the Keanu Reeves-led action film John Wick: Chapter Four when he died at 60. According to Deadline, the actor died of natural causes. No other details have been provided regarding his death. As stated before, Stephanie Reddick, Lance Reddick’s wife, survives him.
Lance began his career in the ’90s in series such...
- 3/17/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
TV and film star Lance Reddick, who starred in shows like The Wire and Fringe, has died. He was 60.
According to TMZ, the actor was found deceased in his Los Angeles home on Friday morning. Cause of death has yet to be determined, but officials suspect he passed away from natural causes.
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According to TMZ, the actor was found deceased in his Los Angeles home on Friday morning. Cause of death has yet to be determined, but officials suspect he passed away from natural causes.
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- 3/17/2023
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
In shocking news, beloved actor Lance Reddick, best known as the star of Lost, The Wire, the John Wick franchise, the recent Resident Evil series on Netflix, and countless more projects, has passed away unexpectedly at 60.
Reddick’s Portrait PR rep confirmed the news, saying the actor died of natural causes. Reddick was busy working the PR circuit for John Wick: Chapter 4 this week when he suddenly passed away.
He got his start in the 1990s in minor roles in films like 1998’s Great Expectations and The Siege and on television series New York Undercover and The Nanny. His big break came with a part on the HBO prison series Oz and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit before a leading role as Cedric Daniels on HBO’s acclaimed The Wire. Reddick then had a recurring role as Matthew Abbadon on Lost before joining J.J. Abrams’ supernatural series Fringe as Philip Broyles.
Reddick’s Portrait PR rep confirmed the news, saying the actor died of natural causes. Reddick was busy working the PR circuit for John Wick: Chapter 4 this week when he suddenly passed away.
He got his start in the 1990s in minor roles in films like 1998’s Great Expectations and The Siege and on television series New York Undercover and The Nanny. His big break came with a part on the HBO prison series Oz and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit before a leading role as Cedric Daniels on HBO’s acclaimed The Wire. Reddick then had a recurring role as Matthew Abbadon on Lost before joining J.J. Abrams’ supernatural series Fringe as Philip Broyles.
- 3/17/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Lance Reddick, a prolific actor who played Charon in all four John Wick films and was a series regular on The Wire, Fringe and Bosch among dozens of other roles spanning a quarter-century, died today. He was 60.
His rep at Portrait PR confirmed the news, saying he died of natural causes but not providing other details.
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The actor had been doing interviews for the upcoming John Wick: Chapter Four starring Keanu Reeves just this week. He also was set to appear in the franchise-spinoff pic Ballerina.
Reddick began his screen career in the mid-1990s, guesting on such series as The Nanny and New York Undercover.
His rep at Portrait PR confirmed the news, saying he died of natural causes but not providing other details.
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The actor had been doing interviews for the upcoming John Wick: Chapter Four starring Keanu Reeves just this week. He also was set to appear in the franchise-spinoff pic Ballerina.
Reddick began his screen career in the mid-1990s, guesting on such series as The Nanny and New York Undercover.
- 3/17/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Truly shocking news today, as it’s being reported that actor Lance Reddick, a staple of the John Wick franchise from the beginning, has passed away at just 60 years old.
TMZ reports, “Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … Lance’s body was discovered at his Studio City home Friday morning around 9:30 Am. His cause of death is currently unclear, but our law enforcement sources say it appears to be natural.”
In addition to the John Wick movies, which saw him play the role of Charon – the fourth film will be released this year – Lance Reddick also recently appeared in Netflix’s short-lived “Resident Evil” television series, stealing the entire show as iconic character Albert Wesker. Reddick humorously ended up playing four different versions of the character in the series.
Lance Reddick is also known for his roles in the TV shows “The Wire,” “Fringe,” “Oz,” Lost,” and “Bosch,” with his...
TMZ reports, “Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … Lance’s body was discovered at his Studio City home Friday morning around 9:30 Am. His cause of death is currently unclear, but our law enforcement sources say it appears to be natural.”
In addition to the John Wick movies, which saw him play the role of Charon – the fourth film will be released this year – Lance Reddick also recently appeared in Netflix’s short-lived “Resident Evil” television series, stealing the entire show as iconic character Albert Wesker. Reddick humorously ended up playing four different versions of the character in the series.
Lance Reddick is also known for his roles in the TV shows “The Wire,” “Fringe,” “Oz,” Lost,” and “Bosch,” with his...
- 3/17/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Lance Reddick, best known for his roles in HBO’s The Wire and the John Wick franchise, has died at the age of 60.
According to a report from TMZ, Reddick’s body was found at his home in Los Angeles on Friday morning. Per Deadline, his publicist confirmed the news and revealed he died of natural causes.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland on June 7th, 1962, Reddick first studied classical music composition at the University of Rochester before graduating from the Yale School of Drama in 1994 with a Master of Fine Arts. After making cameos on shows like New York Undercover and The West Wing, he earned recurring roles on the HBO series Oz and Law & Order: Svu.
But it was Reddick’s portrayal of the Baltimore Police Department lieutenant Cedric Daniels on 2002’s The Wire that served as his true breakthrough. After starring on all five seasons of the show,...
According to a report from TMZ, Reddick’s body was found at his home in Los Angeles on Friday morning. Per Deadline, his publicist confirmed the news and revealed he died of natural causes.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland on June 7th, 1962, Reddick first studied classical music composition at the University of Rochester before graduating from the Yale School of Drama in 1994 with a Master of Fine Arts. After making cameos on shows like New York Undercover and The West Wing, he earned recurring roles on the HBO series Oz and Law & Order: Svu.
But it was Reddick’s portrayal of the Baltimore Police Department lieutenant Cedric Daniels on 2002’s The Wire that served as his true breakthrough. After starring on all five seasons of the show,...
- 3/17/2023
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Film News
Although he may be best known for his successful music career, Ice-t is also on the television of millions every Thursday night.
Acting has been in his blood for years, as he had his breakout role in “New Jack City” in 1991, followed by “Surviving the Game” in 1994. However, it was the next year he met the man who changed his TV career. In 1995, Ice-t landed a recurring role as a drug dealer on Dick Wolf’s “New York Undercover,” beginning their professional collaborations. After, he co-created “Players,” with Wolf as the producer, but that didn’t last. So, Wolf gave him a part in 1998’s “Exiled: A Law & Order Movie.”
Two years later, the world was introduced to Odafin “Fin” Tutuola in Season 2 of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” on which he’s appeared in more than 400 episodes.
“I think that I am his longest- running employee,” says Ice-t,...
Acting has been in his blood for years, as he had his breakout role in “New Jack City” in 1991, followed by “Surviving the Game” in 1994. However, it was the next year he met the man who changed his TV career. In 1995, Ice-t landed a recurring role as a drug dealer on Dick Wolf’s “New York Undercover,” beginning their professional collaborations. After, he co-created “Players,” with Wolf as the producer, but that didn’t last. So, Wolf gave him a part in 1998’s “Exiled: A Law & Order Movie.”
Two years later, the world was introduced to Odafin “Fin” Tutuola in Season 2 of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” on which he’s appeared in more than 400 episodes.
“I think that I am his longest- running employee,” says Ice-t,...
- 2/16/2023
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Caitlin Mehner (Dopesick), Darien Sills-Evans (Superior Donuts), and C.S. Lee (Dexter) have joined the cast of CBS’ fall drama East New York in recurring roles.
Mehner portrays Corinne Moynahan, Killian’s (Kevin Rankin) girlfriend. She likes that Killian is protective but chafes when he gets overbearing. Corinne has been working in restaurants for years, both front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house, and is driven to become more independent.
Fall Premiere Dates For New & Returning TV Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming
Sills-Evans portrays Deputy Mayor Raymond Sharpe, the polished and intuitive councilman native to East New York.
Lee portrays Desk Sergeant Jimmy Kee. Jimmy keeps order and decorum in the precinct. He doesn’t tolerate slobs or loudmouths — whether cops or civilians.
Co-written by William Finkelstein and Mike Flynn and directed by Mike Robin, the project centers on Regina Haywood (Amanda Warren), the newly promoted deputy inspector of East New York, an impoverished,...
Mehner portrays Corinne Moynahan, Killian’s (Kevin Rankin) girlfriend. She likes that Killian is protective but chafes when he gets overbearing. Corinne has been working in restaurants for years, both front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house, and is driven to become more independent.
Fall Premiere Dates For New & Returning TV Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming
Sills-Evans portrays Deputy Mayor Raymond Sharpe, the polished and intuitive councilman native to East New York.
Lee portrays Desk Sergeant Jimmy Kee. Jimmy keeps order and decorum in the precinct. He doesn’t tolerate slobs or loudmouths — whether cops or civilians.
Co-written by William Finkelstein and Mike Flynn and directed by Mike Robin, the project centers on Regina Haywood (Amanda Warren), the newly promoted deputy inspector of East New York, an impoverished,...
- 9/15/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
“I love stand-up,” declares Tiffany Haddish, as she reflects on her 25-year career. “That’s where my heart is.” While Haddish’s acting star has been on the ascendant ever since she lit up the screen in her big-screen breakthrough, Girls Trip, in 2017, she knows she’d always be most comfortable in front of a live audience. “Somebody said to me, ‘What if you were told you could never act again?’ I’d say, ‘As long as I can do stand-up, I’m fine with that.’”
And if she was told she couldn’t do that? “I’d be like, ‘I will fight you, and I’m going to find a way.’ If I have to go to barbershops to tell jokes, if I have to go to the grocery store, to the mall, wherever I got to go to tell jokes, I will make it work.”
It’s that...
And if she was told she couldn’t do that? “I’d be like, ‘I will fight you, and I’m going to find a way.’ If I have to go to barbershops to tell jokes, if I have to go to the grocery store, to the mall, wherever I got to go to tell jokes, I will make it work.”
It’s that...
- 6/9/2022
- by Ryan Fleming
- Deadline Film + TV
A new season of “The Boys,” the latest “Bond” movie and the entire “Twilight” franchise are among the new streaming additions to Amazon Prime Video in June. The highly anticipated “The Boys” Season 3 is set to premiere on June 3 with the first three episodes of the season, followed by one new episode weekly.
The Jenny Han adaptation “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” a new YA series, premieres on June 17. And Daniel Craig’s final James Bond movie “No Time to Die” makes its streaming debut on Prime Video on June 10.
As far as noteworthy library titles go, this is also your new streaming home for the “Twilight” franchise, while “Shaun of the Dead,” “Galaxy Quest” and “Fantastic Mr. Fox” will all be streaming starting June 1.
We’ve also included a complete list of what’s new on Freevee – formerly known as IMDbTV – in June, which will be hosting the entire...
The Jenny Han adaptation “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” a new YA series, premieres on June 17. And Daniel Craig’s final James Bond movie “No Time to Die” makes its streaming debut on Prime Video on June 10.
As far as noteworthy library titles go, this is also your new streaming home for the “Twilight” franchise, while “Shaun of the Dead,” “Galaxy Quest” and “Fantastic Mr. Fox” will all be streaming starting June 1.
We’ve also included a complete list of what’s new on Freevee – formerly known as IMDbTV – in June, which will be hosting the entire...
- 6/1/2022
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Prime Video’s list of new releases for June 2022 features the one superhero show this season you’re not gonna want to miss.
That’s right: The Boys are (almost) back in town. The Boys season 3 premieres its first three episodes on June 3 and its cast and crew have promised spectacle beyond your wildest dreams. How will Homelander adapt to life after Stormfront? We’ll get to find out soon.
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Aside from that one very big hit, it’s a relatively light month for Prime Video originals of note. June 17 sees the arrival of two light and breezy summer projects. The Summer I Turned Pretty is a movie adapted from a trio of beloved YA novels. Meanwhile The Lake...
That’s right: The Boys are (almost) back in town. The Boys season 3 premieres its first three episodes on June 3 and its cast and crew have promised spectacle beyond your wildest dreams. How will Homelander adapt to life after Stormfront? We’ll get to find out soon.
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Aside from that one very big hit, it’s a relatively light month for Prime Video originals of note. June 17 sees the arrival of two light and breezy summer projects. The Summer I Turned Pretty is a movie adapted from a trio of beloved YA novels. Meanwhile The Lake...
- 6/1/2022
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
If you could give your younger self some career advice about directing, what would it be? Have you ever felt a sense of “imposter syndrome” or self doubt after reaching a certain level of success?
These were some of the questions answered by five of today’s top TV directors when they joined Gold Derby’s special “Meet the Experts” group roundtable panel with 2022 Emmy contenders. Watch our full group chat with David Paul Meyer (“The Daily Show with Trevor Noah”), Mimi Leder (“The Morning Show”), Emily Mortimer (“The Pursuit of Love”), Reggie Rock Bythewood (“Swagger”) and Ken Olin (“This is Us”) above. Click on each name above to view that person’s individual interview.
See over 200 interviews with 2022 Emmy contenders
“Whenever you think about your favorite film or show, you’re really thinking about those key moments,” Meyer reveals. “Whatever it was. A piece of dialog or some shot.
These were some of the questions answered by five of today’s top TV directors when they joined Gold Derby’s special “Meet the Experts” group roundtable panel with 2022 Emmy contenders. Watch our full group chat with David Paul Meyer (“The Daily Show with Trevor Noah”), Mimi Leder (“The Morning Show”), Emily Mortimer (“The Pursuit of Love”), Reggie Rock Bythewood (“Swagger”) and Ken Olin (“This is Us”) above. Click on each name above to view that person’s individual interview.
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“Whenever you think about your favorite film or show, you’re really thinking about those key moments,” Meyer reveals. “Whatever it was. A piece of dialog or some shot.
- 5/24/2022
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Five top TV directors will reveal secrets behind their projects when they join Gold Derby’s special “Meet the Experts” Q&a event with 2022 Emmy Awards contenders. They will participate in two video discussions to premiere on Thursday, May 19, at 6:00 p.m. Pt; 9:00 p.m. Et. We’ll have a one-on-one with our senior editor Denton Davidson and a roundtable chat with all of the group together.
RSVP today to our entire ongoing Emmy contenders panel series by clicking here to book your free reservation. We’ll send you a reminder a few minutes before the start of the show.
This “Meet the Experts” panel welcomes the following 2022 contenders:
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah (Comedy Central)
Synopsis: Comedian and social commentator Trevor Noah hosts this comedy news show featuring humorous takes on top stories.
Bio: David Paul Meyer is a three-time Emmy, two-time Directors Guild and one-time Producers Guild Awards nominee.
RSVP today to our entire ongoing Emmy contenders panel series by clicking here to book your free reservation. We’ll send you a reminder a few minutes before the start of the show.
This “Meet the Experts” panel welcomes the following 2022 contenders:
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah (Comedy Central)
Synopsis: Comedian and social commentator Trevor Noah hosts this comedy news show featuring humorous takes on top stories.
Bio: David Paul Meyer is a three-time Emmy, two-time Directors Guild and one-time Producers Guild Awards nominee.
- 5/13/2022
- by Chris Beachum and Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Octavio Pisano’s character Detective Joe Velasco crosses over to “Law & Order: Organized Crime” on Thursday’s episode, “The Lost One,” where he teams up with Elliot Stabler (Chris Meloni) and tech whiz Jet Slootmaeker (Ainsley Seiger) to find a kidnapped girl.
While Velasco, who only joined the Svu squad this season, took a while to earn the approval of veteran cop Fin Tutuola (Ice-t), when Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) recommends him for the assignment, Stabler is impressed with his work.
“They actually get along great,” Pisano told TheWrap of Stabler and Velasco’s working relationship. “They both have backgrounds in organized crime. He’s been in that world before, so I think Stabler saw that and appreciated it.”
As for working with Seiger, who is also fairly new to the “Law & Order” universe, Pisano said, “She’s fantastic. I haven’t seen much of her work until I...
While Velasco, who only joined the Svu squad this season, took a while to earn the approval of veteran cop Fin Tutuola (Ice-t), when Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) recommends him for the assignment, Stabler is impressed with his work.
“They actually get along great,” Pisano told TheWrap of Stabler and Velasco’s working relationship. “They both have backgrounds in organized crime. He’s been in that world before, so I think Stabler saw that and appreciated it.”
As for working with Seiger, who is also fairly new to the “Law & Order” universe, Pisano said, “She’s fantastic. I haven’t seen much of her work until I...
- 5/5/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Luna Lauren Vélez has been promoted to a recurring role on “Power Book II: Ghost” at Starz, Variety has learned exclusively.
Vélez originally appeared on the show during its second season in the role of Evelyn Castillo, the wife of Frank Tejada (David Zayas) and the sister-in-law of Lorenzo Tejada (Berto Colon). She was in one episode of Season 2 and will now appear in five episodes of Season 3.
Vélez is known for her roles on shows like “New York Undercover,” “Oz,” and “Dexter.” She also appeared in the third and fourth seasons of the Emmy-winning ABC drama series “How to Get Away With Murder.” On the film side, she will next be seen in “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” and will lend her voice to “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” after having previously voiced Rio Morales in the first film.
She is repped by the Lasher Group, APA, and Kraditor & Haber PC.
Vélez originally appeared on the show during its second season in the role of Evelyn Castillo, the wife of Frank Tejada (David Zayas) and the sister-in-law of Lorenzo Tejada (Berto Colon). She was in one episode of Season 2 and will now appear in five episodes of Season 3.
Vélez is known for her roles on shows like “New York Undercover,” “Oz,” and “Dexter.” She also appeared in the third and fourth seasons of the Emmy-winning ABC drama series “How to Get Away With Murder.” On the film side, she will next be seen in “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” and will lend her voice to “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” after having previously voiced Rio Morales in the first film.
She is repped by the Lasher Group, APA, and Kraditor & Haber PC.
- 4/26/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Natalie Chaidez has signed an exclusive multi-year deal with Warner Bros. Television. As part of the deal, she will develop and create original programming via Wbtv for all platforms.
The news arrives ahead of HBO Max’s Season 2 premiere of The Flight Attendant on April 21, which marks Chaidez’s debut as series executive producer and co-showrunner alongside Steve Yockey.
Chaidez is a veteran creator, executive producer, and showrunner who works in both television and features. Prior to joining The Flight Attendant, she served as executive producer and writer on USA Network’s critically acclaimed crime drama Queen of the South.
She previously created and executive produced the Syfy drama series Hunters. Her additional TV writing and producing credits include 12 Monkeys, In Plain Sight, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Heroes, Judging Amy, and New York Undercover, among many others.
She was nominated...
The news arrives ahead of HBO Max’s Season 2 premiere of The Flight Attendant on April 21, which marks Chaidez’s debut as series executive producer and co-showrunner alongside Steve Yockey.
Chaidez is a veteran creator, executive producer, and showrunner who works in both television and features. Prior to joining The Flight Attendant, she served as executive producer and writer on USA Network’s critically acclaimed crime drama Queen of the South.
She previously created and executive produced the Syfy drama series Hunters. Her additional TV writing and producing credits include 12 Monkeys, In Plain Sight, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Heroes, Judging Amy, and New York Undercover, among many others.
She was nominated...
- 4/5/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
For the first time in three years, the Academy Awards will have a host. Hallelujah! In fact, the ceremony will have three hosts. Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes and Amy Schumer will serve as co-emcees at the 2022 Oscars on Sunday, March 27. All three funny ladies have made their marks on the entertainment industry by starring in film and television, but this will be the first time hosting Hollywood’s biggest night for each of them. In this article, we’ll fill you in on everything to know about Oscars host Regina Hall before the ceremony begins at 8 p.m. Et/5 p.m. Pt on Sunday night.
Who is Regina Hall?
Born on December 12, 1970, Hall’s first credited role as an actress was on the police drama “New York Undercover” (1997). Her big break came in the movie “The Best Man” (1999), which led to “Love & Basketball” (2000) and eventually the “Scary Movie” franchise,...
Who is Regina Hall?
Born on December 12, 1970, Hall’s first credited role as an actress was on the police drama “New York Undercover” (1997). Her big break came in the movie “The Best Man” (1999), which led to “Love & Basketball” (2000) and eventually the “Scary Movie” franchise,...
- 3/27/2022
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
If you’re an American who’s just dying to know how to watch “Australian Survivor: Blood V Water” to see Sandra Diaz-Twine return to the game that made her a household name, you’re in luck. You will be able to stream it each week on Paramount+ starting January 31. Plans start at $4.99/month and you can cancel anytime. Aussie viewers can watch the reality TV show on Network 10 and 10play on demand. Host Jonathan Lapaglia recently confirmed the news on social media.
The Players….nice and clean….before we destroy them on Blood v Water #SurvivorAU starts Jan 31 on 10, 10play and Paramount+ pic.twitter.com/tPLYNDEnwn
— Jonathan Lapaglia (@JLa_Paglia) January 23, 2022
SEESandra Diaz-Twine: ‘I’m going to be so nasty’ if my daughter gets voted out of ‘Australian Survivor’
Lapaglia has filled the Jeff Probst role as the host down under since 2016, when Network 10 officially revived the competition.
The Players….nice and clean….before we destroy them on Blood v Water #SurvivorAU starts Jan 31 on 10, 10play and Paramount+ pic.twitter.com/tPLYNDEnwn
— Jonathan Lapaglia (@JLa_Paglia) January 23, 2022
SEESandra Diaz-Twine: ‘I’m going to be so nasty’ if my daughter gets voted out of ‘Australian Survivor’
Lapaglia has filled the Jeff Probst role as the host down under since 2016, when Network 10 officially revived the competition.
- 1/28/2022
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Australia’s Network 10 has announced that the “Australian Survivor: Blood V Water” premiere date will take place on January 31, 2022. This season has more buzz than ever before because it notably features America’s two-time champ Sandra Diaz-Twine as one of the 24 contestants. Here’s everything to know so far about the upcoming season of “Australian Survivor: Blood V Water,” including the cast list and the trailer. Bookmark this page as we’ll be updating when new information is revealed.
Video trailer
In December 2021, Network 10 released an extended preview featuring host Jonathan Lapaglia and several of the season’s castaways (watch below). “‘Survivor’ has always been an individual game,” teased Australia’s version of Jeff Probst. “But this season? That’s all about to change.” Grab the popcorn and watch the two-minute sneak peek right now.
See ‘Australian Survivor’ contestant Sandra Diaz-Twine warns castaways to ‘look out’ for her ‘secret...
Video trailer
In December 2021, Network 10 released an extended preview featuring host Jonathan Lapaglia and several of the season’s castaways (watch below). “‘Survivor’ has always been an individual game,” teased Australia’s version of Jeff Probst. “But this season? That’s all about to change.” Grab the popcorn and watch the two-minute sneak peek right now.
See ‘Australian Survivor’ contestant Sandra Diaz-Twine warns castaways to ‘look out’ for her ‘secret...
- 1/23/2022
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
James Mtume, a percussionist who performed in Miles Davis’ seminal fusion band from 1971 to 1975 and later had hits with his own eponymous group, has died at the age 76.
The daughter of Mtume’s late creative partner Reggie Lucas, Lisa Lucas, took to Twitter this morning to confirm the passing of the musician.
“So much loss. So much grief. Rest in power to Uncle Mtume. My late fathers partner in crime, the co-creator of the songs of my life (and about my birth!). He was essential part of the life of the man who made me, therefore me too. Gone now. He will be dearly, eternally missed,” Lucas wrote.
There is no cause of death at the time of reporting.
Mtume appeared on 80 albums with a wide variety of other notable musicians, including Duke Ellington, Sonny Rollins, Dizzy Gillespie, Roberta Flack and Lonnie Liston Smith.
His namesake group Mtume had several No.
The daughter of Mtume’s late creative partner Reggie Lucas, Lisa Lucas, took to Twitter this morning to confirm the passing of the musician.
“So much loss. So much grief. Rest in power to Uncle Mtume. My late fathers partner in crime, the co-creator of the songs of my life (and about my birth!). He was essential part of the life of the man who made me, therefore me too. Gone now. He will be dearly, eternally missed,” Lucas wrote.
There is no cause of death at the time of reporting.
Mtume appeared on 80 albums with a wide variety of other notable musicians, including Duke Ellington, Sonny Rollins, Dizzy Gillespie, Roberta Flack and Lonnie Liston Smith.
His namesake group Mtume had several No.
- 1/10/2022
- by Bruce Haring and Brandon Choe
- Deadline Film + TV
We’ll be seeing more of Octavio Pisano on Law & Order: Svu. Pisano, who portrays Detective Joe Velasco, has been promoted to series regular on the NBC procedural.
Pisano’s Joe Velasco is a former undercover and detective under Chief McGrath (Terry Serpico) who’s been assigned to the Svu. Pisano has appeared in 3 episodes so far, beginning with the season 23 premiere.
Season 23 picked up mere hours after last season’s finale, where Catalina Machado (Zabryna Guevara) was arrested for trafficking single mothers living in shelters in a complex housing-for-sex scheme. She now wants to flip on her superiors in exchange for a deal with the feds, and names a powerful congressman as the big fish. It’s a make-or-break case for the NYPD and puts enormous pressure on the entire Svu squad to get a conviction.
Pisano’s promotion follows the recent exits of two key cast members — Jamie Gray Hyder,...
Pisano’s Joe Velasco is a former undercover and detective under Chief McGrath (Terry Serpico) who’s been assigned to the Svu. Pisano has appeared in 3 episodes so far, beginning with the season 23 premiere.
Season 23 picked up mere hours after last season’s finale, where Catalina Machado (Zabryna Guevara) was arrested for trafficking single mothers living in shelters in a complex housing-for-sex scheme. She now wants to flip on her superiors in exchange for a deal with the feds, and names a powerful congressman as the big fish. It’s a make-or-break case for the NYPD and puts enormous pressure on the entire Svu squad to get a conviction.
Pisano’s promotion follows the recent exits of two key cast members — Jamie Gray Hyder,...
- 10/13/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
McGrath’s mole is going to stick around the squad room for the foreseeable future.
Octavio Pisano has been promoted to series regular on Law & Order: Svu, TVLine has learned.
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The actor first appeared on the NBC procedural earlier this season when his character. Det. Joe Velasco, was a super-secret undercover officer involved in Svu’s bust of Congressman Howard. He later...
Octavio Pisano has been promoted to series regular on Law & Order: Svu, TVLine has learned.
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The actor first appeared on the NBC procedural earlier this season when his character. Det. Joe Velasco, was a super-secret undercover officer involved in Svu’s bust of Congressman Howard. He later...
- 10/13/2021
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
It’s not ever so often that models transition into acting. One of the people who have successfully managed to make the shift is supermodel Naomi Campbell, who has made appearances in shows such as Empire, The Cosby Show, and New York Undercover, and has a ton of acting credits to her name. Next to Campbell, Yaya DaCosta comes a close second. When she auditioned for Cycle 3 of America’s Next Top Model, DaCosta was only 21 years old. At her audition, she was ‘happy to be here. I can’t believe I’m in front of you guys,’ all while exuding the
Yaya DaCosta To Star In Lee Daniels’ Upcoming Fall Drama, “Our Kind Of People”...
Yaya DaCosta To Star In Lee Daniels’ Upcoming Fall Drama, “Our Kind Of People”...
- 9/8/2021
- by Nataly Owala
- TVovermind.com
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star Justin Chambers has had an offer he can’t refuse, to play legendary actor Marlon Brando in the upcoming limited series ‘The Offer.’
The series will follow the behind the scenes drama of the making of the iconic 1972. Hammer will play the role of Al Ruddy, who produced ‘The Godfather’. Based on Ruddy’s experiences alongside director Francis Ford Coppola, author Mario Puzo and producer Robert Evans. The series will include previously unrevealed experiences Ruddy had in making the picture.
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Chambers joins Miles Teller who will play producer Al Ruddy, Dan Fogler as Francis Ford Coppola, Matthew Goode as Robert Evans, Burn Gorman as Charles Bluhdorn, Patrick Gallo as Mario Puzo, Josh Zuckerman as Peter Bart, Colin Hanks as Barry Lapidus, and Lou Ferrigno as Lenny Montana.
Dexter Fletcher...
The series will follow the behind the scenes drama of the making of the iconic 1972. Hammer will play the role of Al Ruddy, who produced ‘The Godfather’. Based on Ruddy’s experiences alongside director Francis Ford Coppola, author Mario Puzo and producer Robert Evans. The series will include previously unrevealed experiences Ruddy had in making the picture.
Also in news – Update: Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell & Samuel L. Jackson set for Matthew Vaughn’s Argylle
Chambers joins Miles Teller who will play producer Al Ruddy, Dan Fogler as Francis Ford Coppola, Matthew Goode as Robert Evans, Burn Gorman as Charles Bluhdorn, Patrick Gallo as Mario Puzo, Josh Zuckerman as Peter Bart, Colin Hanks as Barry Lapidus, and Lou Ferrigno as Lenny Montana.
Dexter Fletcher...
- 7/12/2021
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Paramount+ made Justin Chambers an Offer he couldn’t refuse.
In his first TV role since leaving Grey’s Anatomy, Chambers will play silver screen icon Marlon Brando in The Offer, our sister site Deadline reports.
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The streaming service’s limited series is based on producer Al Ruddy’s experience of making the 1972 film The Godfather with director Francis Ford Coppola. Brando starred in the movie as Vito...
In his first TV role since leaving Grey’s Anatomy, Chambers will play silver screen icon Marlon Brando in The Offer, our sister site Deadline reports.
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The streaming service’s limited series is based on producer Al Ruddy’s experience of making the 1972 film The Godfather with director Francis Ford Coppola. Brando starred in the movie as Vito...
- 7/8/2021
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Dick Wolf is continuing to grow his television empire.
The creator of the Law & Order and Chicago franchises is moving into half-hour drama with his latest series set at Amazon’s IMDb TV.
Deadline understands that the free streaming service has ordered On Call. The show follows a pair of police officers on patrol in Long Beach, CA.
Each episode will track the duo as they respond to a new radio call, arriving on the scene to resolve an incident.
The series comes from Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television as well as digital studio Attn:.
It comes hours after Deadline revealed that Wolf, who also co-created CBS’ FBI, was handed a straight-to-series order by NBC for Law & Order: For The Defense. That spinoff will take an unbiased look inside a criminal defense firm and will be showrun by Carol Mendelsohn.
On Call marks Wolf’s first official streaming order...
The creator of the Law & Order and Chicago franchises is moving into half-hour drama with his latest series set at Amazon’s IMDb TV.
Deadline understands that the free streaming service has ordered On Call. The show follows a pair of police officers on patrol in Long Beach, CA.
Each episode will track the duo as they respond to a new radio call, arriving on the scene to resolve an incident.
The series comes from Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television as well as digital studio Attn:.
It comes hours after Deadline revealed that Wolf, who also co-created CBS’ FBI, was handed a straight-to-series order by NBC for Law & Order: For The Defense. That spinoff will take an unbiased look inside a criminal defense firm and will be showrun by Carol Mendelsohn.
On Call marks Wolf’s first official streaming order...
- 5/3/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
She teams with creator Steve Yockey
Natalie Chaidez has joined HBO Max’s “The Flight Attendant” as co-showrunner for Season 2. She’ll team with series creator Steve Yockey in the role.
“The Flight Attendant” is described as a “dark comedic thriller” starring Kaley Cuoco as a flight attendant wakes up in the wrong hotel, in the wrong bed, with a dead man — and no idea what happened. Season 1 was based on the novel of the same name by Chris Bohjalian, with Season 2 set to follow Cuoco’s character on a “new adventure,” per HBO Max.
Chaidez most recently served as executive producer and writer on USA Network crime drama “Queen of the South,” which earlier this month returned for its fifth and final season at the cable network.
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Natalie Chaidez has joined HBO Max’s “The Flight Attendant” as co-showrunner for Season 2. She’ll team with series creator Steve Yockey in the role.
“The Flight Attendant” is described as a “dark comedic thriller” starring Kaley Cuoco as a flight attendant wakes up in the wrong hotel, in the wrong bed, with a dead man — and no idea what happened. Season 1 was based on the novel of the same name by Chris Bohjalian, with Season 2 set to follow Cuoco’s character on a “new adventure,” per HBO Max.
Chaidez most recently served as executive producer and writer on USA Network crime drama “Queen of the South,” which earlier this month returned for its fifth and final season at the cable network.
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- 4/23/2021
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
“The Flight Attendant” Season 2 at HBO Max is bringing in a new co-showrunner.
Natalie Chaidez has joined the critically-acclamed series as co-showrunner alongside Steve Yockey, who developed the series. Season 1 co-showrunners Meredith Lavender and Marcie Ulin are exiting the series. Chaidez will executive produce along with Yockey, Greg Berlanti, series star Kaley Cuoco, and Sarah Schechter. Cuoco executive produces under her Yes, Norman production banner, while Berlanti and Shechter do so via Berlanti Productions. Yes, Norman’s Suzanne McCormack is co-executive producer. Warner Bros. Television is the studio.
Chaidez was previously the showrunner and executive producer on the USA Network drama “Queen of the South” and the Syfy shows “12 Monkeys” and “Hunters.” Her other TV credits include “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles,” “Heroes,” “Judging Amy,” and “New York Undercover.”
She is repped by CAA and Circle of Confusion.
Season 1 of “The Flight Attendant” was based on the novel of...
Natalie Chaidez has joined the critically-acclamed series as co-showrunner alongside Steve Yockey, who developed the series. Season 1 co-showrunners Meredith Lavender and Marcie Ulin are exiting the series. Chaidez will executive produce along with Yockey, Greg Berlanti, series star Kaley Cuoco, and Sarah Schechter. Cuoco executive produces under her Yes, Norman production banner, while Berlanti and Shechter do so via Berlanti Productions. Yes, Norman’s Suzanne McCormack is co-executive producer. Warner Bros. Television is the studio.
Chaidez was previously the showrunner and executive producer on the USA Network drama “Queen of the South” and the Syfy shows “12 Monkeys” and “Hunters.” Her other TV credits include “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles,” “Heroes,” “Judging Amy,” and “New York Undercover.”
She is repped by CAA and Circle of Confusion.
Season 1 of “The Flight Attendant” was based on the novel of...
- 4/23/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
This may be hard for some of Kevin Carroll’s fans to believe, but he’s been in the industry for more than 25 years. Since making his first TV appearance in an episode of New York Undercover in 1995, Kevin has been working hard to work his way up to bigger opportunities. Within just a few short years after making his debut, those opportunities started to roll in. Over the years, he has become best-known for his roles in shows like The Leftovers, Snowfall, and Sacred Lies. Recently, he also joined the cast of The Walking Dead and fans are always
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Kevin Carroll...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Kevin Carroll...
- 12/27/2020
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
Longtime stunt coordinator Jery Hewitt, known for his work on the Coen Brothers’ films, including “The Big Lebowski” and the Academy Award-winning “No Country for Old Men,” along with Wolf Entertainment shows such as “Law & Order,” died Saturday, his family confirmed. He was 71.
Over the past 30 years, Hewitt worked on more than 300 episodes of Dick Wolf programming, including “Law & Order,” “New York Undercover” and “Law & Order: Svu.” Known as one of New York’s most prominent stunt coordinators and performers, he was working on the 22nd season of “Law & Order: Svu” prior to his death earlier this month.
Hewitt worked on 14 of the Coen Brothers’ films, with his efforts bringing iconic moments to life, such as teaching actor Tex Cobb how to ride a motorcycle in 1987’s “Raising Arizona” to sending his wife and collaborator for the past 25 years, Jennifer Lamb, hurtling into a snake pit...
Over the past 30 years, Hewitt worked on more than 300 episodes of Dick Wolf programming, including “Law & Order,” “New York Undercover” and “Law & Order: Svu.” Known as one of New York’s most prominent stunt coordinators and performers, he was working on the 22nd season of “Law & Order: Svu” prior to his death earlier this month.
Hewitt worked on 14 of the Coen Brothers’ films, with his efforts bringing iconic moments to life, such as teaching actor Tex Cobb how to ride a motorcycle in 1987’s “Raising Arizona” to sending his wife and collaborator for the past 25 years, Jennifer Lamb, hurtling into a snake pit...
- 11/25/2020
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Variety Film + TV
Dee Harris-Lawrence has signed a multi-year overall deal with Warner Bros. Television Group.
Harris-Lawrence is currently an executive producer and showrunner on the OWN series “David Makes Man” as well as executive producer and co-showrunner on the CBS legal drama “All Rise,” both of which are produced by Warner Bros.
“I am thrilled to be continuing my relationship with Warner Bros,” Harris-Lawrence said. “They’ve been collaborative and supportive on both ‘David Makes Man’ and ‘All Rise,’ and I am looking forward to the next chapter of creating new content and amplifying visionary storytelling.”
Under terms of the deal, she will continue work on both current shows while also developing, creating and producing new scripted programming for the studio across all platforms.
Harris-Lawrence was named one of Variety’s 10 TV Scribes to Watch in 2019. Prior to her work on “David Makes Man” and “All Rise,” her credits included working as...
Harris-Lawrence is currently an executive producer and showrunner on the OWN series “David Makes Man” as well as executive producer and co-showrunner on the CBS legal drama “All Rise,” both of which are produced by Warner Bros.
“I am thrilled to be continuing my relationship with Warner Bros,” Harris-Lawrence said. “They’ve been collaborative and supportive on both ‘David Makes Man’ and ‘All Rise,’ and I am looking forward to the next chapter of creating new content and amplifying visionary storytelling.”
Under terms of the deal, she will continue work on both current shows while also developing, creating and producing new scripted programming for the studio across all platforms.
Harris-Lawrence was named one of Variety’s 10 TV Scribes to Watch in 2019. Prior to her work on “David Makes Man” and “All Rise,” her credits included working as...
- 11/23/2020
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
It would be nice to be able to say that only certain networks are leaning hard into remakes and reboots, but since that’s the going trend at the moment it’s easy to state that everyone is getting into the act and Peacock is really looking to make it happen since with a lineup including a rebooted Saved by the Bell and Punky Brewster, and now New York Undercover, it’s likely that a good portion of their content that’s going to be pushed to front and center is going to be stuff that we’ve seen in the past but will be
A New York Undercover Reboot Is Happening at Peacock...
A New York Undercover Reboot Is Happening at Peacock...
- 10/29/2020
- by Tom
- TVovermind.com
Consumer demand for high-speed internet surged last quarter at NBCUniversal parent Comcast even as theme park revenue plunged 80% in a mixed earnings report that reflected the ongoing pandemic. Theatrical revenue, for instance, plunged 95%, home entertainment sales surged nearly 50%.
Peacock sign-ups hit 22 million, exceeding every internal engagement metric for the new streaming service — even without the Olympics or The Office — the company said Thursday. At last check — a media conference in mid-September — it had 15 million sign-ups, which was up 50% from the 10 million Comcast reported with its second quarter numbers in July.
It added a whopping 633,333 high-speed Internet customers for the three months ended in September.
The stock was up 2% in early trading.
Total revenue was $25.5 billion, down 4.8% but ahead of expectations. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $0.65 a share. Net income was $2 billion, or $$ 0.44.
Revenue at NBCUniversal fell about 19% to $6.7 billion in quarter. Adjusted Ebitda dropped by 39% to $1.3 billion.
Filmed entertainment revenue fell 25% to $1.3 billion on lower theatrical and other revenue, partially offset by higher content licensing and home entertainment revenue. Theatrical revenue plunged by 95% with many cinemas closed as a result of Covid-19.
Other revenue — which includes a live stage play business — decreased 45%, reflecting theater and entertainment venue closures.
Content licensing revenue rose 14% on the timing of agreements, including transactions with Peacock in the quarter.
Home entertainment revenue surged 49%, including the success of Trolls World Tour.
Cable Networks revenue dipped 1.3% to $2.7 billion on lower distribution and advertising sales partially offset by content licensing.
Broadcast revenue grew 8.3% to $2.4 billion on higher content licensing revenue and distribution offset by lower ad sales. Content licensing revenue surged 66%, reflecting the timing of content provided under licensing agreements, also, as with cable, including transactions with Peacock in the third quarter of 2020.
Distribution and other revenue increased 4.9%, due to higher retransmission consent fees. Advertising revenue decreased 11.5%, reflecting continued ratings declines, partially offset by higher pricing and local political ad sales.
At hard hit theme parks, revenue collapsed 81% to $311 million. Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Japan are open and operating at limited capacity, while Universal Studios Hollywood remains closed as a result of Covid-19.
“We are nearly eight months into this pandemic – and despite many harsh realities, I couldn’t be more pleased and proud of how our team has worked together across the company to find safe and creative solutions to successfully operate in this environment. We are executing at the highest level; and perhaps, most importantly, accelerating innovation, which will drive long-term future growth,” said CEO Brian Roberts in a statement.
He said the record 633,000 high-speed internet customers add worked out to 556,000 total net new customer relationships.
Roberts and other top executives will provide commentary on the numbers at a conference call at 8:30 Et.
He’s sure to tout Peacock. At a media conference in mid-September, he said subscribers for the new streaming service had surged to 15 million, up 50% from 10 million in July. Roberts said then the app was the second most popular on its Ott product Xfinity Flex behind Netflix, and number three on Xfinity X1 behind Netflix and YouTube. Last month, Peacock also inked a deal with Roku.
A new Saved by the Bell premieres on Peacock on November 25. Yellowstone, the most-watched cable TV show of 2020, will have its third season available for streaming on Peacock starting November 22.
Deadline recently reported that Dick Wolf‘s groundbreaking 1990s cop drama New York Undercover is making a return on the NBCUniversal streaming platform. See Peacock pilots and series orders here.
The service launched in April for Comcast customers and went wide in July. At an investor day in January, NBCU and Comcast execs issued forecast 30 to 35 million active users and the service hitting breakeven by 2024.
He may also address the ongoing restructuring at Peacock NBCUniversal, which, like other media giants, has seen major executive changes and lots of streamlining. Earlier this month, Susan Rovner, former president of Warner Bros. Television, started as Chairman, Entertainment Content for NBCUniversal’s Television and Streaming division. Deadline reported yesterday that November 12 is penciled in as the target date for a second wave of staff reductions to begin. The cuts will likely come in waves, one in mid-November and one to follow in late December or early 2021, with as many as 150-300 employees affected.
Comcast’s overall story is one of broadband internet success versus weakness in its traditional media business from cable networks to TV and movie production to theme parks and advertising.
Americans stuck at home during the pandemic have been signing up for more Internet service and higher speeds at a steady clip, benefitting Comcast’s Xfinity unit.
No so for parks. Universal Orlando is open at reduced capacity but Universal Studios Hollywood is still shut and has been laying off staff. California Gov. Gavin Newsom made it clear this week that he has doubts about the safety of large theme parks and they won’t be opening any time soon.
Theaters in key movie markets New York City and Los Angeles also remain shut, promoting a vicious cycle of Hollywood studios postponing major new releases. Comcast’s NBC Universal has a revenue-sharing deal with giant cinema chain AMC Entertainment that allows the studio to shorten the traditional 90-day theatrical window and move a film directly to PVOD after 17 days, including upcoming Universal releases The Croods: A New Age, Freaky and News of the World. It was the first but but other studios and exhibitors are said to be talking about inking similar deals as the impact of Covid on movie theaters continue to linger.
The big question is — what now? A spike in the virus across the U.S. and Europe, that’s resulted in new lockdowns in Germany, Italy and France has investors jittery. The stock market has a been a disaster this week, hitting its lowest level since June yesterday.
Peacock sign-ups hit 22 million, exceeding every internal engagement metric for the new streaming service — even without the Olympics or The Office — the company said Thursday. At last check — a media conference in mid-September — it had 15 million sign-ups, which was up 50% from the 10 million Comcast reported with its second quarter numbers in July.
It added a whopping 633,333 high-speed Internet customers for the three months ended in September.
The stock was up 2% in early trading.
Total revenue was $25.5 billion, down 4.8% but ahead of expectations. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $0.65 a share. Net income was $2 billion, or $$ 0.44.
Revenue at NBCUniversal fell about 19% to $6.7 billion in quarter. Adjusted Ebitda dropped by 39% to $1.3 billion.
Filmed entertainment revenue fell 25% to $1.3 billion on lower theatrical and other revenue, partially offset by higher content licensing and home entertainment revenue. Theatrical revenue plunged by 95% with many cinemas closed as a result of Covid-19.
Other revenue — which includes a live stage play business — decreased 45%, reflecting theater and entertainment venue closures.
Content licensing revenue rose 14% on the timing of agreements, including transactions with Peacock in the quarter.
Home entertainment revenue surged 49%, including the success of Trolls World Tour.
Cable Networks revenue dipped 1.3% to $2.7 billion on lower distribution and advertising sales partially offset by content licensing.
Broadcast revenue grew 8.3% to $2.4 billion on higher content licensing revenue and distribution offset by lower ad sales. Content licensing revenue surged 66%, reflecting the timing of content provided under licensing agreements, also, as with cable, including transactions with Peacock in the third quarter of 2020.
Distribution and other revenue increased 4.9%, due to higher retransmission consent fees. Advertising revenue decreased 11.5%, reflecting continued ratings declines, partially offset by higher pricing and local political ad sales.
At hard hit theme parks, revenue collapsed 81% to $311 million. Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Japan are open and operating at limited capacity, while Universal Studios Hollywood remains closed as a result of Covid-19.
“We are nearly eight months into this pandemic – and despite many harsh realities, I couldn’t be more pleased and proud of how our team has worked together across the company to find safe and creative solutions to successfully operate in this environment. We are executing at the highest level; and perhaps, most importantly, accelerating innovation, which will drive long-term future growth,” said CEO Brian Roberts in a statement.
He said the record 633,000 high-speed internet customers add worked out to 556,000 total net new customer relationships.
Roberts and other top executives will provide commentary on the numbers at a conference call at 8:30 Et.
He’s sure to tout Peacock. At a media conference in mid-September, he said subscribers for the new streaming service had surged to 15 million, up 50% from 10 million in July. Roberts said then the app was the second most popular on its Ott product Xfinity Flex behind Netflix, and number three on Xfinity X1 behind Netflix and YouTube. Last month, Peacock also inked a deal with Roku.
A new Saved by the Bell premieres on Peacock on November 25. Yellowstone, the most-watched cable TV show of 2020, will have its third season available for streaming on Peacock starting November 22.
Deadline recently reported that Dick Wolf‘s groundbreaking 1990s cop drama New York Undercover is making a return on the NBCUniversal streaming platform. See Peacock pilots and series orders here.
The service launched in April for Comcast customers and went wide in July. At an investor day in January, NBCU and Comcast execs issued forecast 30 to 35 million active users and the service hitting breakeven by 2024.
He may also address the ongoing restructuring at Peacock NBCUniversal, which, like other media giants, has seen major executive changes and lots of streamlining. Earlier this month, Susan Rovner, former president of Warner Bros. Television, started as Chairman, Entertainment Content for NBCUniversal’s Television and Streaming division. Deadline reported yesterday that November 12 is penciled in as the target date for a second wave of staff reductions to begin. The cuts will likely come in waves, one in mid-November and one to follow in late December or early 2021, with as many as 150-300 employees affected.
Comcast’s overall story is one of broadband internet success versus weakness in its traditional media business from cable networks to TV and movie production to theme parks and advertising.
Americans stuck at home during the pandemic have been signing up for more Internet service and higher speeds at a steady clip, benefitting Comcast’s Xfinity unit.
No so for parks. Universal Orlando is open at reduced capacity but Universal Studios Hollywood is still shut and has been laying off staff. California Gov. Gavin Newsom made it clear this week that he has doubts about the safety of large theme parks and they won’t be opening any time soon.
Theaters in key movie markets New York City and Los Angeles also remain shut, promoting a vicious cycle of Hollywood studios postponing major new releases. Comcast’s NBC Universal has a revenue-sharing deal with giant cinema chain AMC Entertainment that allows the studio to shorten the traditional 90-day theatrical window and move a film directly to PVOD after 17 days, including upcoming Universal releases The Croods: A New Age, Freaky and News of the World. It was the first but but other studios and exhibitors are said to be talking about inking similar deals as the impact of Covid on movie theaters continue to linger.
The big question is — what now? A spike in the virus across the U.S. and Europe, that’s resulted in new lockdowns in Germany, Italy and France has investors jittery. The stock market has a been a disaster this week, hitting its lowest level since June yesterday.
- 10/29/2020
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Dick Wolf’s groundbreaking 1990s cop drama New York Undercover is making a return.
NBCUniversal’s streaming platform Peacock is in negotiations for a new incarnation of New York Undercover, which is expected to receive a series commitment, we have learned. It hails from former The Chi showrunner Ayanna Floyd Davis, Dick Wolf and Universal Television where the company is based.
Written by Floyd Davis, the new series is described as re-examination of the original, reflecting the current times. It is picking up 20 years after the end of the original series that changed the face of TV cop dramas.
Floyd, who will serve as showrunner, executive produces with Wolf Entertainment’s Wolf, Peter Jankowski and Arthur Forney. Uni TV, part of Universal Studio Group, produces in association with Wolf Entertainment.
The original 1994 series, which aired for four seasons on Fox, starred Malik Yoba and Michael DeLorenzo as undercover detectives,...
NBCUniversal’s streaming platform Peacock is in negotiations for a new incarnation of New York Undercover, which is expected to receive a series commitment, we have learned. It hails from former The Chi showrunner Ayanna Floyd Davis, Dick Wolf and Universal Television where the company is based.
Written by Floyd Davis, the new series is described as re-examination of the original, reflecting the current times. It is picking up 20 years after the end of the original series that changed the face of TV cop dramas.
Floyd, who will serve as showrunner, executive produces with Wolf Entertainment’s Wolf, Peter Jankowski and Arthur Forney. Uni TV, part of Universal Studio Group, produces in association with Wolf Entertainment.
The original 1994 series, which aired for four seasons on Fox, starred Malik Yoba and Michael DeLorenzo as undercover detectives,...
- 10/23/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva and Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Tony-nominated actor Anthony Chisholm, known for his work in venerated playwright August Wilson’s final installment of the “Pittsburgh Cycle,” has died, his talent management company confirmed. He was 77.
“The Katz Company is saddened to announce the passing of our longtime friend and client, Tony-Nominee, Anthony Chisholm,” president Jeremy Katz said. “Affectionately called ‘Chiz,’ he was an actor and storyteller like none-other, embodying loyalty, devotion, and compassion to his artistry.”
Chisholm met Wilson in 1990 while auditioning for “Two Trains Running,” and was cast in the role of Wolf, which paved the way for a lifelong collaboration between the two. After appearing in the first run of the play at Yale Repertory Theatre, he went on a cross-country tour with the production to various theaters including Boston’s Huntington Theatre, Los Angeles’ Doolittle Theatre and the Kennedy Center. Chisholm later reprised the role in the Broadway production in 1992. Four years later,...
“The Katz Company is saddened to announce the passing of our longtime friend and client, Tony-Nominee, Anthony Chisholm,” president Jeremy Katz said. “Affectionately called ‘Chiz,’ he was an actor and storyteller like none-other, embodying loyalty, devotion, and compassion to his artistry.”
Chisholm met Wilson in 1990 while auditioning for “Two Trains Running,” and was cast in the role of Wolf, which paved the way for a lifelong collaboration between the two. After appearing in the first run of the play at Yale Repertory Theatre, he went on a cross-country tour with the production to various theaters including Boston’s Huntington Theatre, Los Angeles’ Doolittle Theatre and the Kennedy Center. Chisholm later reprised the role in the Broadway production in 1992. Four years later,...
- 10/17/2020
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Variety Film + TV
Otmara Marrareo is relatively new to the acting world, but her career has gotten off to a great start. Within five years of making her on screen debut, Otmara is already getting noticed. She started to get lots of attention in 2019 when she was cast for the reboot of the 90s police drama, New York Undercover. Unfortunately, the series still hasn’t found a network, but there is still hope that it will make its way to our TV screens. Otmara hasn’t let that keep her down, however. She has since landed a main role in the new NBC sitcom,
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Otmara Marrero...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Otmara Marrero...
- 10/16/2020
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
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