Paula Abdul filed her sexual assault and battery suit against Nigel Lythgoe late last year seeking a jury trial, and she’s going to get one.
The American Idol judge will face off against her So You Think You Can Dance co-star starting on July 28, 2025, a LA Superior Court judge announced today.
The date was made public in a Case Management hearing Tuesday morning in Dlta on Abdul’s explosive lawsuit against the long time Idol and Sytycd producer.
However, while the much-accused Lythgoe is looking at a trial next year, his former fellow defendants are now off the hook, at least tentatively. Following up on an April 23 filing statement (read it here) revealing a settlement between the Johnson & Johnson Llp represented Abdul and FremantleMedia North America and American Idols Productions, the one of the ‘Straight Up’ singer’s lawyers said it out loud this Am.
“The parties went to mediation,...
The American Idol judge will face off against her So You Think You Can Dance co-star starting on July 28, 2025, a LA Superior Court judge announced today.
The date was made public in a Case Management hearing Tuesday morning in Dlta on Abdul’s explosive lawsuit against the long time Idol and Sytycd producer.
However, while the much-accused Lythgoe is looking at a trial next year, his former fellow defendants are now off the hook, at least tentatively. Following up on an April 23 filing statement (read it here) revealing a settlement between the Johnson & Johnson Llp represented Abdul and FremantleMedia North America and American Idols Productions, the one of the ‘Straight Up’ singer’s lawyers said it out loud this Am.
“The parties went to mediation,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Russell T. Davies was the man behind the golden age of Dr. Who with David Tennant. Throughout his tenure, ratings were consistently between 7.5 and 8 million per episode. This put David Tennant up there with the Fifth Doctor Peter Davison (1982-84), but behind the Fourth Doctor Tom Baker (1974-80), who at times attracted over 10 million viewers. Of course, it's worth noting that both of these were before the era of so many alternative channels.
First impressions from the Christmas special, The Church on Ruby Road, suggest that Ncuti Gatwa has the personality that the Doctor has lacked somewhat since Tennant left the role. And the chemistry between him and Millie Gibson, who plays Ruby, also gave us something to look forward to when the new season lands on May 11.
Davies brings back a controversial storyline from the Chris Chibnall era
Chris Chibnall, a long-time fan of the series who has worked...
First impressions from the Christmas special, The Church on Ruby Road, suggest that Ncuti Gatwa has the personality that the Doctor has lacked somewhat since Tennant left the role. And the chemistry between him and Millie Gibson, who plays Ruby, also gave us something to look forward to when the new season lands on May 11.
Davies brings back a controversial storyline from the Chris Chibnall era
Chris Chibnall, a long-time fan of the series who has worked...
- 4/25/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Lee Jevon)
- STartefacts.com
Heidi Klum’s America’s Got Talent Salary Revealed! (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Heidi Klum, the German-American model, is also an exceptional reality TV host and judge. She has been on America’s Got Talent for a long time, and that stint has brought in a hefty paycheck over the years as well. She graced the stage of the popular American talent show with Sofia Vergara, Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, and Heidi.
Heidi was the first German model to become a Victoria’s Secret Angel, and after a great modeling career, she transitioned to TV show hosting and a judge. One of her most successful works as a host was the reality show Project Runway, for which the German beauty won an Emmy in the Oustanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program category. She shared the Emmy with co-host Tim Gunn.
Heidi Klum has also appeared in movies and TV shows, for example,...
Heidi Klum, the German-American model, is also an exceptional reality TV host and judge. She has been on America’s Got Talent for a long time, and that stint has brought in a hefty paycheck over the years as well. She graced the stage of the popular American talent show with Sofia Vergara, Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, and Heidi.
Heidi was the first German model to become a Victoria’s Secret Angel, and after a great modeling career, she transitioned to TV show hosting and a judge. One of her most successful works as a host was the reality show Project Runway, for which the German beauty won an Emmy in the Oustanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program category. She shared the Emmy with co-host Tim Gunn.
Heidi Klum has also appeared in movies and TV shows, for example,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Los Angeles, April 21 (Ians) Simon Cowell’s red-tinted glasses have often sparked curiosity among people.
The music mogul, 64, is no stranger when it comes to having his choice of clothing critiqued. Famed for his blue jeans and white or black sweaters, he has been testing the waters with his image.
He has opted to rock suave suits and interesting choices when it comes to eyewear. But it’s not just a fashion choice. He wears red-tinted glasses because of a medical condition, reports ‘Mirror.co.uk’.
Simon has previously discussed struggling with a health issue that causes him “laser-like” pain. His red-tinted glasses significantly alleviate this discomfort.
As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, the boss behind ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ has faced various health challenges over the years, including a bike accident that necessitated extensive surgery. Additionally, he experiences migraines, which are severe headaches often accompanied by sensitivity to light and sound,...
The music mogul, 64, is no stranger when it comes to having his choice of clothing critiqued. Famed for his blue jeans and white or black sweaters, he has been testing the waters with his image.
He has opted to rock suave suits and interesting choices when it comes to eyewear. But it’s not just a fashion choice. He wears red-tinted glasses because of a medical condition, reports ‘Mirror.co.uk’.
Simon has previously discussed struggling with a health issue that causes him “laser-like” pain. His red-tinted glasses significantly alleviate this discomfort.
As per ‘Mirror.co.uk’, the boss behind ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ has faced various health challenges over the years, including a bike accident that necessitated extensive surgery. Additionally, he experiences migraines, which are severe headaches often accompanied by sensitivity to light and sound,...
- 4/21/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
It has been confirmed that Grammy Award-winning singer Mandisa is dead at the age of 47. A representative for the American Idol star shared details about her untimely passing, asking for prayers for Mandisa’s family and friends. Continue reading to learn details about Mandisa’s life.
A Career Beyond American Idol
Mandisa was born in Citrus Heights, California. After high school, she studied music before eventually auditioning for American Idol in 2005.
She made it to the Top 10 during the competition show’s fifth season. Mandisa competed alongside some of Idol‘s biggest stars, including Chris Daughtry, Kellie Pickler, Katharine McPhee, Elliott Yamin, Paris Bennett, and the Season 5 winner Taylor Hicks. She was eventually eliminated in the Top 9.
Despite being eliminated, Mandisa remained a fan favorite on Idol. She was able to wow the Og judges Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, and Simon Cowell with stunning performances of “I’m Every Woman...
A Career Beyond American Idol
Mandisa was born in Citrus Heights, California. After high school, she studied music before eventually auditioning for American Idol in 2005.
She made it to the Top 10 during the competition show’s fifth season. Mandisa competed alongside some of Idol‘s biggest stars, including Chris Daughtry, Kellie Pickler, Katharine McPhee, Elliott Yamin, Paris Bennett, and the Season 5 winner Taylor Hicks. She was eventually eliminated in the Top 9.
Despite being eliminated, Mandisa remained a fan favorite on Idol. She was able to wow the Og judges Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, and Simon Cowell with stunning performances of “I’m Every Woman...
- 4/19/2024
- by Amanda Blankenship
- TV Shows Ace
Mandisa, the Grammy-winning contemporary Christian artist who enjoyed a successful run on American Idol, died Thursday. She was 47.
The musician, whose full name was Mandisa Lynn Hundley, was found dead at her home, her family said in a statement shared on social media. “At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details,” the family continued. “We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time. Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing...
The musician, whose full name was Mandisa Lynn Hundley, was found dead at her home, her family said in a statement shared on social media. “At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details,” the family continued. “We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time. Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing...
- 4/19/2024
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Here’s How Much Sofia Vergara Raked In From America’s Got Talent! (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Sofia Vergara is one of the most famous faces in the television industry. She gained unimaginable fame with her show Modern Family, opposite Ed O’Neil. The actress recently won hearts with her performance in the Netflix series Griselda. She is also loved as one of the judges on the famous reality show America’s Got Talent. Sofia has been a part of the talent hunt reality show over the past few years and has raked a handsome check per Season.
It was a rough year for the actress in 2023 as she parted ways with her husband, Joe Manganiello. The couple was married for about six years. Soon after the split, there were several reports about Joe moving on from Sofia. He is reportedly dating actress Caitlyn O’Connor. Sofia revealed that the reason behind their split was...
Sofia Vergara is one of the most famous faces in the television industry. She gained unimaginable fame with her show Modern Family, opposite Ed O’Neil. The actress recently won hearts with her performance in the Netflix series Griselda. She is also loved as one of the judges on the famous reality show America’s Got Talent. Sofia has been a part of the talent hunt reality show over the past few years and has raked a handsome check per Season.
It was a rough year for the actress in 2023 as she parted ways with her husband, Joe Manganiello. The couple was married for about six years. Soon after the split, there were several reports about Joe moving on from Sofia. He is reportedly dating actress Caitlyn O’Connor. Sofia revealed that the reason behind their split was...
- 4/16/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Exclusive: UK agency Ymu has continued to expand its influencer roster by signing five TikTok stars, including Max Balegde who has gone viral for his chaotic interviews with Hollywood stars.
Alongside Balegde, Ymu has partnered with Talia Mar, @imtheproblem (Sarah), Victor Kunda, and Emily Norris. Together, they have more than 6M TikTok followers.
The five social media influencers will be repped by the agency’s newly formed global entertainment division led by Lucy Loveridge.
Balegde has more than 3.5M TikTok followers and is known for interviews with stars including Millie Bobby Brown, during which he gave the Stranger Things star a Nando’s voucher. He is managed by Grace Nicholson.
Mar is a singer-songwriter whose collaboration with Sigala, Stay the Night, reached number 11 in the official charts. She is repped by Meghan Peterson.
@imtheproblem (Sarah) has amassed 857,000 TikTok followers with her “storytelling” videos. She is managed by Peterson.
Kunda went...
Alongside Balegde, Ymu has partnered with Talia Mar, @imtheproblem (Sarah), Victor Kunda, and Emily Norris. Together, they have more than 6M TikTok followers.
The five social media influencers will be repped by the agency’s newly formed global entertainment division led by Lucy Loveridge.
Balegde has more than 3.5M TikTok followers and is known for interviews with stars including Millie Bobby Brown, during which he gave the Stranger Things star a Nando’s voucher. He is managed by Grace Nicholson.
Mar is a singer-songwriter whose collaboration with Sigala, Stay the Night, reached number 11 in the official charts. She is repped by Meghan Peterson.
@imtheproblem (Sarah) has amassed 857,000 TikTok followers with her “storytelling” videos. She is managed by Peterson.
Kunda went...
- 4/16/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s hard to believe American Idol first premiered more than two decades ago!
The hit singing competition series premiered on June 11, 2002 on Fox with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson as the original three judges with host Ryan Seacrest.
After 15 seasons, Idol ended on Fox and after a two year hiatus, the show was revived on ABC in 2018 with Ryan returning as host along with new judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.
Over it’s past 21 seasons, Idol has launched the careers of some of the biggest names in the music industry.
New episodes of American Idol season 22 air on Sunday and Monday nights at 8/7c on ABC.
Click through the slideshow to see all of American Idol’s past winners…...
The hit singing competition series premiered on June 11, 2002 on Fox with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson as the original three judges with host Ryan Seacrest.
After 15 seasons, Idol ended on Fox and after a two year hiatus, the show was revived on ABC in 2018 with Ryan returning as host along with new judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.
Over it’s past 21 seasons, Idol has launched the careers of some of the biggest names in the music industry.
New episodes of American Idol season 22 air on Sunday and Monday nights at 8/7c on ABC.
Click through the slideshow to see all of American Idol’s past winners…...
- 4/15/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: Ymu’s chief financial officer Anthony Zarmakoupis has left the British talent agency following its £60M ($75M) debt sale to Permira Credit.
Zarmakoupis stepped down as a Ymu director in March after little more than a year with the agency, which reps stars including Simon Cowell and Claudia Winkleman.
Zarmakoupis has been replaced by Lauren Miller, who takes up a place on the agency’s board. She has previously worked at companies including Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Zarmakoupis would have been involved in Ymu’s sale and financial restructuring last year. Permira took control of Ymu’s newly-created parent company Yokozuna Newco Limited, with Trilantic Europe exiting the agency after five years.
Under the deal, Permira converted £32.9M of Ymu debt into Yokozuna shares and canceled a further £16M of debt. Permira also made a credit facility of £10M available to Ymu. Lloyds Bank made a £16M debt facility available to Ymu,...
Zarmakoupis stepped down as a Ymu director in March after little more than a year with the agency, which reps stars including Simon Cowell and Claudia Winkleman.
Zarmakoupis has been replaced by Lauren Miller, who takes up a place on the agency’s board. She has previously worked at companies including Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Zarmakoupis would have been involved in Ymu’s sale and financial restructuring last year. Permira took control of Ymu’s newly-created parent company Yokozuna Newco Limited, with Trilantic Europe exiting the agency after five years.
Under the deal, Permira converted £32.9M of Ymu debt into Yokozuna shares and canceled a further £16M of debt. Permira also made a credit facility of £10M available to Ymu. Lloyds Bank made a £16M debt facility available to Ymu,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
The UK’s most successful presenting duo, Ant and Dec, signed off their Saturday evening primetime live show after 20 years, going out in style and bidding emotional farewell.
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, who have been working as a pair since teaming up on childrens TV drama Byker Grove in in the early 1990s, had previously announced this series of Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, the 20th, would be the last.
Saturday evening’s show saw a long list of guests including Simon Cowell and pop stars Girls Aloud join Ant and Dec for a final, live singalong of Kool and the Gang’s ‘Celebration’ that took in both interior and exterior settings at London’s Television Centre. A huge amount of technical preparation and choreography had clearly gone into the production, which finished with Ant and Dec back on stage, thanking everyone before finally putting their arms...
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, who have been working as a pair since teaming up on childrens TV drama Byker Grove in in the early 1990s, had previously announced this series of Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, the 20th, would be the last.
Saturday evening’s show saw a long list of guests including Simon Cowell and pop stars Girls Aloud join Ant and Dec for a final, live singalong of Kool and the Gang’s ‘Celebration’ that took in both interior and exterior settings at London’s Television Centre. A huge amount of technical preparation and choreography had clearly gone into the production, which finished with Ant and Dec back on stage, thanking everyone before finally putting their arms...
- 4/14/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
ScreenSkills Chair Steps Down
Former Endemol Shine boss Richard Johnston is stepping down from TV and film industry body ScreenSkills. Johnston will be replaced by Vice Chair Lisa Opie temporarily, while Kate Lyndon becomes interim Vice Chair. “It’s been an absolute privilege to chair ScreenSkills over the last seven years, during which time we’ve completely reinvented the organization and helped thousands of people across the industry,” said Johnston. Amongst other areas, Johnston played a significant role in creating the Unscripted TV Skills Fund, which has received an income of £5.67M ($7.1M) from 367 production companies to date. He was also key to securing BFI-awarded National Lottery funding for the Future Film Skills Programme, which supported more than 90,544 new entrants to the sector.
‘Britain’s Got Talent’ Unveils ‘Bgt Reacts’ Spin-Off
The producters behind ITV juggernaut Britain’s Got Talent are forging a spin-off show titled Bgt Reacts. Thames said the series...
Former Endemol Shine boss Richard Johnston is stepping down from TV and film industry body ScreenSkills. Johnston will be replaced by Vice Chair Lisa Opie temporarily, while Kate Lyndon becomes interim Vice Chair. “It’s been an absolute privilege to chair ScreenSkills over the last seven years, during which time we’ve completely reinvented the organization and helped thousands of people across the industry,” said Johnston. Amongst other areas, Johnston played a significant role in creating the Unscripted TV Skills Fund, which has received an income of £5.67M ($7.1M) from 367 production companies to date. He was also key to securing BFI-awarded National Lottery funding for the Future Film Skills Programme, which supported more than 90,544 new entrants to the sector.
‘Britain’s Got Talent’ Unveils ‘Bgt Reacts’ Spin-Off
The producters behind ITV juggernaut Britain’s Got Talent are forging a spin-off show titled Bgt Reacts. Thames said the series...
- 4/11/2024
- by Hannah Abraham
- Deadline Film + TV
Louis Tomlinson is opening up about his frustrations with years-long romance conspiracies surrounding his One Direction bandmate Harry Styles.
The singer has previously shut down rumors that fans have started regarding Tomlinson and Styles being more than just close friends. However, the theories have continued even during the boy band’s indefinite hiatus.
“What I realized a few years ago is that there is nothing I can say,” he said in a recent interview with Brazilian outlet G1. “There is nothing I can do to stop those who believe in this conspiracy. They are so connected to what they believe that they will not see the truth for what it really is. I’m sure many people look and find all these little conspiracies that happen in life interesting.”
Tomlinson and Styles rose to fame after One Direction — also comprising Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Liam Payne — was formed by...
The singer has previously shut down rumors that fans have started regarding Tomlinson and Styles being more than just close friends. However, the theories have continued even during the boy band’s indefinite hiatus.
“What I realized a few years ago is that there is nothing I can say,” he said in a recent interview with Brazilian outlet G1. “There is nothing I can do to stop those who believe in this conspiracy. They are so connected to what they believe that they will not see the truth for what it really is. I’m sure many people look and find all these little conspiracies that happen in life interesting.”
Tomlinson and Styles rose to fame after One Direction — also comprising Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Liam Payne — was formed by...
- 4/9/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Social media influencer Grace Beverley has signed with Ymu, the UK talent agency that represents stars including Simon Cowell and Claudia Winkleman.
Beverley, 27, is an entrepreneur and digital broadcaster, boasting 3M followers across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms. She has founded three companies, including activewear brand Tala, and her first book, Working Hard, Hardly Working, was a Sunday Times bestseller. Her podcast of the same name has reached 25M people.
Lucy Loveridge, Ymu’s Joint Managing Director of Global Entertainment, said Beverley was a “stand-out” talent. Beverley added that Ymu was a “perfect fit” at a pivotal point in her career.
Ymu has made a concerted push into the influencer realm, signing online stars including Patricia Bright and Sophie Hinchliffe. They fall under Ymu’s global entertainment division, which was formed in March by merging its social and entertainment units.
Beverley, 27, is an entrepreneur and digital broadcaster, boasting 3M followers across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms. She has founded three companies, including activewear brand Tala, and her first book, Working Hard, Hardly Working, was a Sunday Times bestseller. Her podcast of the same name has reached 25M people.
Lucy Loveridge, Ymu’s Joint Managing Director of Global Entertainment, said Beverley was a “stand-out” talent. Beverley added that Ymu was a “perfect fit” at a pivotal point in her career.
Ymu has made a concerted push into the influencer realm, signing online stars including Patricia Bright and Sophie Hinchliffe. They fall under Ymu’s global entertainment division, which was formed in March by merging its social and entertainment units.
- 4/5/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
In summer 2012, singer Jeff Gutt walked onto The X Factor audition stage and stunned judges Britney Spears, Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, and L.A. Reid with a remarkable rendition of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” that brought the entire audience to their feet. And in a scene straight out of a movie, a loud thunderclap from a nearby storm echoed throughout the theater as he soaked in the adulation. “I’ve heard that song a lot,” said Cowell. “I’ve sat in this chair a long time. It was one of the...
- 4/3/2024
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
We recently got the opportunity to talk to Cliff Bleszinski ahead of his appearance in the upcoming Shark Tank-inspired Wolves Den, and it was quite an illuminating chat, if a little short!
From his thoughts on Phil Spencer’s Xbox Game Pass/Game aims, his hopes for the show, what he wants to see, and who he thinks is the Sharon Osborne of the judges, to his simple request for the ending of Gears of War franchise, he didn’t hold anything back!
Wolves Den is the Gaming Shark Tank
If you’re wondering what Wolves Den is, the best explanation would be a gaming-centric Shark Tank (Dragon’s Den for you European folk), where contestants submit their ideas for games, and then throughout the rounds develop and refine them with the help and guidance of industry specialists like Cliff, all hosted and shown on the Spatial.io platform.
From his thoughts on Phil Spencer’s Xbox Game Pass/Game aims, his hopes for the show, what he wants to see, and who he thinks is the Sharon Osborne of the judges, to his simple request for the ending of Gears of War franchise, he didn’t hold anything back!
Wolves Den is the Gaming Shark Tank
If you’re wondering what Wolves Den is, the best explanation would be a gaming-centric Shark Tank (Dragon’s Den for you European folk), where contestants submit their ideas for games, and then throughout the rounds develop and refine them with the help and guidance of industry specialists like Cliff, all hosted and shown on the Spatial.io platform.
- 4/2/2024
- by Luke Addison
- FandomWire
Zayn Malik, previously with One Direction under the mentorship of Simon Cowell on The X-Factor, welcomed his daughter, Khai with Gigi Hadid, and he keeps the three-year-old out of the spotlight. Recently, he revealed why he decided on that course of action.
Zayn Malik Left One Direction & Dated Gigi Hadid
Simon Cowell might have given the singer a good start in life, but he seemed` talented enough to go places by himself eventually. If you hadn’t heard, the band and The X-Factor talent scout parted ways under a bit of a black cloud. But, Simon Cowell currently talks with Netflix to try and find a new One Direction. Meanwhile, Gigi Hadid’s baby daddy became a philanthropist by supporting organizations helping children and animals. Of course, he’s now a dad and loving it.
Zayn Malik – InstagramZayn Malik and Gigi Hadid had an unfortunate outcome after an encounter that involved her mom,...
Zayn Malik Left One Direction & Dated Gigi Hadid
Simon Cowell might have given the singer a good start in life, but he seemed` talented enough to go places by himself eventually. If you hadn’t heard, the band and The X-Factor talent scout parted ways under a bit of a black cloud. But, Simon Cowell currently talks with Netflix to try and find a new One Direction. Meanwhile, Gigi Hadid’s baby daddy became a philanthropist by supporting organizations helping children and animals. Of course, he’s now a dad and loving it.
Zayn Malik – InstagramZayn Malik and Gigi Hadid had an unfortunate outcome after an encounter that involved her mom,...
- 3/28/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
A day ago, former American Idol star Simon Cowell was at the auditions for America’s Got Talent with Sofia Vergara and fans think his face looks like it’s “melted.” Sofia shared a photo on her social media, and more than one person decided that he looked a bit odd. Read on to find out more and see the pic.
Simon Cowell Gets Dragged By AGT Fans
The brainchild behind America’s Got Talent found many enemies because he’s often harsh and cutting in his judgments. Additionally, nobody wants to forgive him for falling out with One Direction who he found via the X-Factor. However, there’s no doubting his skill at identifying the best talent out there. Still, many people wish he wouldn’t try so hard to look younger than he is. He’s in his mid-60s now and people don’t think he helps himself...
Simon Cowell Gets Dragged By AGT Fans
The brainchild behind America’s Got Talent found many enemies because he’s often harsh and cutting in his judgments. Additionally, nobody wants to forgive him for falling out with One Direction who he found via the X-Factor. However, there’s no doubting his skill at identifying the best talent out there. Still, many people wish he wouldn’t try so hard to look younger than he is. He’s in his mid-60s now and people don’t think he helps himself...
- 3/28/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
‘America’s Got Talent’ Judges: See Heidi Klum, Simon Cowell, and Co-Stars From 1st Appearance to Now
America’s Got Talent has excited audiences for nearly two decades. Now, fans eagerly await the NBC talent show competition‘s premiere on Tuesday, May 28, at 8 pm Et/Pt. Season 19 promises to be a wild one, hosted by Terry Crews and judged by Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, and Sofia Vergara. Let’s look at how far the America’s Got Talent crew has come since each first joined the show.
Season 1 ‘America’s Got Talent’ judges: Piers Morgan, Brandy Norwood, and David Hasselhoff in 2006 | Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images
First, let’s reflect on America’s Got Talent‘s beginnings. The first season premiered in the summer of 2006, with auditions in NYC, Chicago, and LA. With a grand prize of $1 million in cash, AGT attracted contestants from every corner of the U.S. The late Regis Philbin hosted, and the judges included singer Brandy Norwood, actor David Hasselhoff,...
Season 1 ‘America’s Got Talent’ judges: Piers Morgan, Brandy Norwood, and David Hasselhoff in 2006 | Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images
First, let’s reflect on America’s Got Talent‘s beginnings. The first season premiered in the summer of 2006, with auditions in NYC, Chicago, and LA. With a grand prize of $1 million in cash, AGT attracted contestants from every corner of the U.S. The late Regis Philbin hosted, and the judges included singer Brandy Norwood, actor David Hasselhoff,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The current star of America’s Got Talent and the former star of American Idol, Simon Cowell, has a new love in his life. The sometimes grouchy and always brutally honest reality competition show megastar is in love. From the photos Simon Cowell posted on Instagram, there is no doubt he is truly in love.
Simon Cowell’s Health
The talent show judge is known for getting horrific migraines. His new love interest just might help with those migraines.
These migraines have gotten in the way of his work. Cowell recently had to leave the set while filming Britain’s Got Talent due to the fact he was having a migraine. The bright lights of the set can trigger a migraine. This is why he is often seen wearing tinted sunglasses. Migraines can also be triggered by stress. Judging from the photos Simon Cowell posted on Instagram, his new love might help lower his stress level.
Simon Cowell’s Health
The talent show judge is known for getting horrific migraines. His new love interest just might help with those migraines.
These migraines have gotten in the way of his work. Cowell recently had to leave the set while filming Britain’s Got Talent due to the fact he was having a migraine. The bright lights of the set can trigger a migraine. This is why he is often seen wearing tinted sunglasses. Migraines can also be triggered by stress. Judging from the photos Simon Cowell posted on Instagram, his new love might help lower his stress level.
- 3/27/2024
- by Emma Riley Sutton
- TV Shows Ace
Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum are preparing America’s Got Talent fans for Season 19 with some behind-the-scenes fun.
The two judges have been enjoying their time together during the auction process of the hit reality TV show.
While AGT fans still have a few weeks until the show hits NBC airwaves, Heidi and Sofia are giving them something to keep them entertained until then.
Taking to Instagram, Heidi shared a video of her and Sofia looking fabulous backstage on America’s Got Talent.
Dressed to kill, they did a little dance as a pre-warm-up before they headed out on stage to watch auditions.
“@agt with my sister...
The two judges have been enjoying their time together during the auction process of the hit reality TV show.
While AGT fans still have a few weeks until the show hits NBC airwaves, Heidi and Sofia are giving them something to keep them entertained until then.
Taking to Instagram, Heidi shared a video of her and Sofia looking fabulous backstage on America’s Got Talent.
Dressed to kill, they did a little dance as a pre-warm-up before they headed out on stage to watch auditions.
“@agt with my sister...
- 3/25/2024
- by Rachelle Lewis
- Monsters and Critics
Netflix has become known for axing fan-favorite series recently. Now, a beloved talent show, Dance Monsters, has been trashed from the streaming service after just one season. The star-studded program was like nothing anyone had seen before, but the streamer has decided not to renew for Season 2. Continue reading for details about why and if the show might be picked up elsewhere.
Dance Monsters Had A Star-Studded Cast & A Huge Budget
Dance Monsters is a dance talent show that focuses on visual effects. It was compared to ITV’s The Masked Dancer. The show was filmed in London, but it was streamed around the world on Netflix.
Each competitor dressed up as a monster of some sort for their performance and typically used a lot of lights and color on stage. The contestants also performed away from the judges and audience, making it easier to “let loose.”
The show had...
Dance Monsters Had A Star-Studded Cast & A Huge Budget
Dance Monsters is a dance talent show that focuses on visual effects. It was compared to ITV’s The Masked Dancer. The show was filmed in London, but it was streamed around the world on Netflix.
Each competitor dressed up as a monster of some sort for their performance and typically used a lot of lights and color on stage. The contestants also performed away from the judges and audience, making it easier to “let loose.”
The show had...
- 3/23/2024
- by Amanda Blankenship
- TV Shows Ace
Simon Cowell, famous for talent shows like American Idol, America’s Got Talent, and The X Factor, is reportedly signing up with Netflix in a hunt for performers like One Direction. Of course, everyone knows that One Direction became famous through The X-Factor, but they split up.
Simon Cowell And One Direction Ended Badly
The famous judge from America’s Got Talent helped One Direction become international stars via The X-Factor. However, their mentor rued the day he did that when they split, and he claimed they were “a nightmare” to work with. Mud-slinging came from both sides. So, when he celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the band, trolls who sided with Harry Styles posted death threats on his social media.
Simon Cowell’s One Direction From The X-Factor – Vevo YouTube
Simon Cowell wasn’t hurt by the threats but there were death hoaxes in the years that followed. In fact, in...
Simon Cowell And One Direction Ended Badly
The famous judge from America’s Got Talent helped One Direction become international stars via The X-Factor. However, their mentor rued the day he did that when they split, and he claimed they were “a nightmare” to work with. Mud-slinging came from both sides. So, when he celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the band, trolls who sided with Harry Styles posted death threats on his social media.
Simon Cowell’s One Direction From The X-Factor – Vevo YouTube
Simon Cowell wasn’t hurt by the threats but there were death hoaxes in the years that followed. In fact, in...
- 3/22/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
The excitement is palpable as ‘America’s Got Talent’ gears up for its 19th season, promising more thrills with an increased count of Golden Buzzers. The stage is set for a spectacular show, with auditions that promise to leave audiences in awe. Simon Cowell Shares His Enthusiasm In the first two days we’ve used more Golden Buzzers than we’ve ever used – that’s got to be a good sign! Simon Cowell shares with anticipation, hinting at the extraordinary talent awaiting viewers this season. The show has upped the ante, offering nine Golden Buzzers to be claimed by the judges and host.
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- 3/22/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Hollywood’s all about looking perfect, right? Indeed, Megan Fox, the actress, is causing a stir, not for her acting gigs but for her strict standards about plastic surgery. She’s terrified of going under anesthesia, so she’s setting out a few serious guidelines before any nip or tuck.
Megan Fox in Transformers
Thinking about tidying up her looks? The 37-year-old’s holding her ground, showing us how freaked out some folks are about beauty in Hollywood. It’s a real eye-opener for the tensions and fears people face in Tinseltown.
Megan Fox Sets Strict Rules For Doctors Before Plastic Surgery
Megan Fox is setting some hard boundaries for her doctors before any plastic medical procedure. The entertainer, renowned for her work on screen, is making waves with her strong stance on cosmetic procedures.
Suggested“I need someone to believe in it”: Megan Fox’s ‘Jennifer’s Body’ Writer...
Megan Fox in Transformers
Thinking about tidying up her looks? The 37-year-old’s holding her ground, showing us how freaked out some folks are about beauty in Hollywood. It’s a real eye-opener for the tensions and fears people face in Tinseltown.
Megan Fox Sets Strict Rules For Doctors Before Plastic Surgery
Megan Fox is setting some hard boundaries for her doctors before any plastic medical procedure. The entertainer, renowned for her work on screen, is making waves with her strong stance on cosmetic procedures.
Suggested“I need someone to believe in it”: Megan Fox’s ‘Jennifer’s Body’ Writer...
- 3/21/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Claudia Rosencrantz, the British television executive who first greenlit the Got Talent and Idol franchises for ITV, has left production outfit Studio 1.
Rosencrantz co-founded Studio 1 in 2018 with Adrian Woolfe after they previously worked together to turn Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? into a global phenomenon.
Woolfe said Rosencrantz was “pursuing other opportunities” but would continue to collaborate on Studio 1 shows if they are taken to series.
Studio 1’s development slate has included Kevin Bacon-fronted quiz show Lucky 13 and The Imposter, a game show fronted by British presenter Rob Rinder.
Studio 1 was also behind Lit, a CNN-style entertainment news network that streamed across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Rosencrantz and Woolfe met more than 20 years ago through the development of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?. Rosencrantz commissioned the show for ITV, while Woolfe was instrumental in growing the format into a global brand as...
Rosencrantz co-founded Studio 1 in 2018 with Adrian Woolfe after they previously worked together to turn Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? into a global phenomenon.
Woolfe said Rosencrantz was “pursuing other opportunities” but would continue to collaborate on Studio 1 shows if they are taken to series.
Studio 1’s development slate has included Kevin Bacon-fronted quiz show Lucky 13 and The Imposter, a game show fronted by British presenter Rob Rinder.
Studio 1 was also behind Lit, a CNN-style entertainment news network that streamed across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Rosencrantz and Woolfe met more than 20 years ago through the development of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?. Rosencrantz commissioned the show for ITV, while Woolfe was instrumental in growing the format into a global brand as...
- 3/20/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Finally, America’s Got Talent is returning to screens, and with it new changes for Season 19. Unmistakably, Season 18 was full of fun and talent that kept America entertained. But now, Season 19 promises more twists and turns to engage the audience throughout the season.
America’s Got Talent Season 18 Winners Surprise Judges
Fans will remember Season 18 was jam-packed with acts like Adrian Stoica and his dog Hurricane. Throughout the season, the trainer and his border collie won the hearts of the audience. Additionally, from their audition performing tricks to Better When I’m Dancing by Meghan Trainor to the finale act of Queen’s Crazy Little Thing Called Love they impressed. They took the America’s Got Talent winnings of the one million dollar prize money during the two-night finale. However, Simon Cowell admitted that each judge picked a winner, and not a single one of them got it right. “It was just like...
America’s Got Talent Season 18 Winners Surprise Judges
Fans will remember Season 18 was jam-packed with acts like Adrian Stoica and his dog Hurricane. Throughout the season, the trainer and his border collie won the hearts of the audience. Additionally, from their audition performing tricks to Better When I’m Dancing by Meghan Trainor to the finale act of Queen’s Crazy Little Thing Called Love they impressed. They took the America’s Got Talent winnings of the one million dollar prize money during the two-night finale. However, Simon Cowell admitted that each judge picked a winner, and not a single one of them got it right. “It was just like...
- 3/19/2024
- by Bonnie Kaiser-Gambill
- TV Shows Ace
America’s Got Talent will be back on NBC this summer, and we can’t wait to see the impressive performers who make their way to the competition.
On Monday, the network confirmed that the highly anticipated 19th season will debut on Tuesday, May 28, at 8/7c.
Once again, Simon Cowell will lead the search for the next wave of performers alongside returning judges Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara.
Terry Crews will continue as host, and NBC promises we’ll see some of the “wildest acts” ever to appear on the show.
There will likely be a hiatus after the auditions conclude due to NBC’s commitment to airing the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The good news is that the network has already revealed when we can expect the live shows to get underway.
How will the Olympics impact America’s Got Talent?
The lucky date is Tuesday, August 13, while results shows are...
On Monday, the network confirmed that the highly anticipated 19th season will debut on Tuesday, May 28, at 8/7c.
Once again, Simon Cowell will lead the search for the next wave of performers alongside returning judges Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara.
Terry Crews will continue as host, and NBC promises we’ll see some of the “wildest acts” ever to appear on the show.
There will likely be a hiatus after the auditions conclude due to NBC’s commitment to airing the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The good news is that the network has already revealed when we can expect the live shows to get underway.
How will the Olympics impact America’s Got Talent?
The lucky date is Tuesday, August 13, while results shows are...
- 3/18/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Simon Cowell, and Sofia Vergara on ‘America’s Got Talent’ (Photo by Trae Patton/NBC)
NBC’s 2024 summer lineup includes new episodes of Password, The Wall, and Weakest Link, along with the season 19 premiere of America’s Got Talent. The summer also serves up the season 16 premiere of American Ninja Warrior hosted by Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila.
More importantly, NBC’s the broadcast host of the 2024 Olympic Games taking place in Paris from July 26th through August 11th. The network plans to air at least nine hours of Olympic coverage each day. NBC’s 19th Olympic Games will mark the first in which Peacock will stream every sport and event, including the 329 medal events.
NBC’s Summer Schedule
Weakest Link (10 – 11 P.M. Et/Pt) *New Episodes* – Moves to Mondays beginning May 20th
Hosted by Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch, the iconic British import and international game show...
NBC’s 2024 summer lineup includes new episodes of Password, The Wall, and Weakest Link, along with the season 19 premiere of America’s Got Talent. The summer also serves up the season 16 premiere of American Ninja Warrior hosted by Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila.
More importantly, NBC’s the broadcast host of the 2024 Olympic Games taking place in Paris from July 26th through August 11th. The network plans to air at least nine hours of Olympic coverage each day. NBC’s 19th Olympic Games will mark the first in which Peacock will stream every sport and event, including the 329 medal events.
NBC’s Summer Schedule
Weakest Link (10 – 11 P.M. Et/Pt) *New Episodes* – Moves to Mondays beginning May 20th
Hosted by Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch, the iconic British import and international game show...
- 3/18/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
“America’s Got Talent” Season 19 has set its summer premiere date.
The newest season of the beloved competition show is slated to premiere Tuesday, May 28, from 8-10 p.m. Et/Pt on NBC, with live shows at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium kicking off Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 8-10 p.m. Et/Pt. Subsequent results shows will broadcast Wednesday nights from 8-9 p.m. Et/Pt.
Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara are set to return as judges, with Cowell also serving as an executive producer for the show. Terry Crews will also reprise his hosting duties as performers compete to take home the $1 million prize.
The 19th installment of “America’s Got Talent” will debut this summer alongside the 2024 Olympic Games, which will take place July 26-Aug.11 in Paris, as well as new seasons of “American Ninja Warrior,” “Password,” “The Wall” and “Weakest Link.”
“Weakest Link” will start off NBC...
The newest season of the beloved competition show is slated to premiere Tuesday, May 28, from 8-10 p.m. Et/Pt on NBC, with live shows at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium kicking off Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 8-10 p.m. Et/Pt. Subsequent results shows will broadcast Wednesday nights from 8-9 p.m. Et/Pt.
Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara are set to return as judges, with Cowell also serving as an executive producer for the show. Terry Crews will also reprise his hosting duties as performers compete to take home the $1 million prize.
The 19th installment of “America’s Got Talent” will debut this summer alongside the 2024 Olympic Games, which will take place July 26-Aug.11 in Paris, as well as new seasons of “American Ninja Warrior,” “Password,” “The Wall” and “Weakest Link.”
“Weakest Link” will start off NBC...
- 3/18/2024
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
NBC is setting up another reality summer.
The network has unveiled premiere dates for its summer slate including America’s Got Talent, American Ninja Warrior, Password, The Wall and Weakest Link.
It’s much the same look as last year, although without the likes of Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge, Dick Wolf’s LA Fire and Rescue and Jimmy Fallon’s That’s My Jam.
Deadline understands that Hot Wheels, which comes from Endemol Shine North America, Workerbee TV and Mattel Television, and docuseries LA Fire and Rescue, have both been canceled. The latter premiered its first season on May 30, 2023 and the former premiered on June 21, 2023.
In terms of That’s My Jam, Deadline revealed that production had been paused in February, understood to be for celebrity scheduling reasons.
New episodes of Weakest Link, essentially season four of the revived series, will kick off the slate on Tuesday April 2 at 9pm, an hour earlier than last year,...
The network has unveiled premiere dates for its summer slate including America’s Got Talent, American Ninja Warrior, Password, The Wall and Weakest Link.
It’s much the same look as last year, although without the likes of Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge, Dick Wolf’s LA Fire and Rescue and Jimmy Fallon’s That’s My Jam.
Deadline understands that Hot Wheels, which comes from Endemol Shine North America, Workerbee TV and Mattel Television, and docuseries LA Fire and Rescue, have both been canceled. The latter premiered its first season on May 30, 2023 and the former premiered on June 21, 2023.
In terms of That’s My Jam, Deadline revealed that production had been paused in February, understood to be for celebrity scheduling reasons.
New episodes of Weakest Link, essentially season four of the revived series, will kick off the slate on Tuesday April 2 at 9pm, an hour earlier than last year,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Ymu, the UK agency that reps Simon Cowell, Graham Norton, and Nicole Scherzinger, has confirmed its sale to private lending firm Permira Credit under a £60M ($76M) deal.
Permira has taken full control of Ymu’s newly-created parent company Yokozuna Newco Limited, with Trilantic Europe exiting the agency after five years, according to financial filings.
Under the deal, Permira has converted £32.9M of Ymu debt into Yokozuna shares and canceled a further £16M of debt. Permira also made a credit facility of £10M available to Ymu.
Ymu is understood to have created a new management incentive plan that will give its senior leadership team, including CEO Mary Bekhait, an equity stake in the agency.
As part of Ymu’s financial restructure, Lloyds Bank has made a £16M debt facility available to Ymu, $12M of which is valued in dollars.
In its latest earnings, Ymu said the restructure, which included...
Permira has taken full control of Ymu’s newly-created parent company Yokozuna Newco Limited, with Trilantic Europe exiting the agency after five years, according to financial filings.
Under the deal, Permira has converted £32.9M of Ymu debt into Yokozuna shares and canceled a further £16M of debt. Permira also made a credit facility of £10M available to Ymu.
Ymu is understood to have created a new management incentive plan that will give its senior leadership team, including CEO Mary Bekhait, an equity stake in the agency.
As part of Ymu’s financial restructure, Lloyds Bank has made a £16M debt facility available to Ymu, $12M of which is valued in dollars.
In its latest earnings, Ymu said the restructure, which included...
- 3/18/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
ABC’s American Idol Season 22 is here, and fans welcome back Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Katy Perry as the judges. The three judges have developed a fantastic working relationship with each other, but a body language expert believes that Perry is already “checked out” of this season. Here’s why.
‘American Idol’ Season 22 coach Katy Perry appears ‘checked out,’ a body language expert says
American Idol Season 22 is officially in full swing, and fans can’t wait to see who Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie choose to push through the early stages of the competition. Perry joined American Idol in 2018 and has won numerous awards for her music through the years. There’s no doubt that Perry loves being a judge on the series — but body language expert Judi James told The Sun that Perry appears to have “checked out of her job” this season.
“Katy Perry...
‘American Idol’ Season 22 coach Katy Perry appears ‘checked out,’ a body language expert says
American Idol Season 22 is officially in full swing, and fans can’t wait to see who Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie choose to push through the early stages of the competition. Perry joined American Idol in 2018 and has won numerous awards for her music through the years. There’s no doubt that Perry loves being a judge on the series — but body language expert Judi James told The Sun that Perry appears to have “checked out of her job” this season.
“Katy Perry...
- 3/17/2024
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Seems like Reacher fans haven’t scrolled down far enough on Alan Ritchson’s filmography, because many have only recently realized the action star auditioned for American Idol Season 3 back in 2004. “Today I learned that while his first credited role as an actor was Aquaman in Smallville in 2005 (which I did know), Alan Ritchson was actually on network TV a year before… as himself auditioning for American Idol,” one X user wrote on March 9. “And he made it to Hollywood! Literally!” “Wait, how am I just finding out Alan Ritchson was on American Idol?!” another person posted on March 14. “I wonder if this Idol appearance led to him getting work as an actor,” a third X user wrote a day latter. “Let him sing already!” Ritchson was just a 20-year-old from Niceville, Florida, when he tried out for the singing competition — and he had Paula Abdul smiling even before he started singing,...
- 3/17/2024
- TV Insider
Sharon Osbourne has made her comeback to reality television on Britain’s Celebrity Big Brother and she’s holding no punches. In a recent episode, Sharon spoke with X Factor‘s Louis Walsh about why she had such hard feelings toward Simon Cowell. Keep reading to see why the two are at odds and why Sharon Osbourne blames Simon.
Why Is Sharon Osbourne Mad At Simon Cowell?
According to Sharon, she lost out on a job opportunity because of Simon Cowell. At the time, she worked on the X Factor alongside Louis Walsh. However, she received a call asking her if she would consider coming to host The Masked Singer in the United States. Sharon Osbourne turned the job down due to her obligation to X Factor with Simon.
The reality television icon assumed she would be asked back to work on X Factor. Sharon worked on the program for...
Why Is Sharon Osbourne Mad At Simon Cowell?
According to Sharon, she lost out on a job opportunity because of Simon Cowell. At the time, she worked on the X Factor alongside Louis Walsh. However, she received a call asking her if she would consider coming to host The Masked Singer in the United States. Sharon Osbourne turned the job down due to her obligation to X Factor with Simon.
The reality television icon assumed she would be asked back to work on X Factor. Sharon worked on the program for...
- 3/9/2024
- by Amanda Blankenship
- TV Shows Ace
Jennifer Lopez recently made a big comeback in her career with the release of This Is Me… Now (a follow-up to her 2002 album This Is Me… Then), and a movie of the same title.
Though the film is loosely based on J.Lo’s experiences in multiple romantic relationships, it is a fictionalized narrative (presenting a semi-autobiographical story).
Jennifer Lopez in a still from This Is Me… Now
The singer said that both the album and the movie are very personal to her. After these two projects, the part three of the This Is Me… Now titled, The Greatest Love Story Never Told, is also out on Prime Video. It “explores her twenty year journey to self-love.”
This summer marks the beginning of the final part of the This Is Me… Now saga as she sets out on This Is Me… Now: The Tour across North America.
Recently, the mom...
Though the film is loosely based on J.Lo’s experiences in multiple romantic relationships, it is a fictionalized narrative (presenting a semi-autobiographical story).
Jennifer Lopez in a still from This Is Me… Now
The singer said that both the album and the movie are very personal to her. After these two projects, the part three of the This Is Me… Now titled, The Greatest Love Story Never Told, is also out on Prime Video. It “explores her twenty year journey to self-love.”
This summer marks the beginning of the final part of the This Is Me… Now saga as she sets out on This Is Me… Now: The Tour across North America.
Recently, the mom...
- 2/28/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
The BBC has greenlit a reality series following a fledgling British boy band as it departs for Korea to attend the ultimate K-Pop boot camp.
The untitled show is the debut commission for BAFTA-winning producer Nigel Hall, talent manager Russ Lindsay (former manager of Ant & Dec and Simon Cowell) and broadcast executive Dawn Airey’s Moon & Back Media, coming from the indie’s partnership with Sm Entertainment. Deadline revealed the company’s launch last year and it is backed Steve Michaels’ Asylum Entertainment Group.
It follows the as-yet-unnannounced band as it departs for Korea to attend the ultimate K-Pop boot camp, learning from the experts who have created the world’s biggest K-Pop superstars. But will these young artists have what it takes to learn from the best and make the jump from ordinary life to new pop sensations?
Sm Entertainment...
The untitled show is the debut commission for BAFTA-winning producer Nigel Hall, talent manager Russ Lindsay (former manager of Ant & Dec and Simon Cowell) and broadcast executive Dawn Airey’s Moon & Back Media, coming from the indie’s partnership with Sm Entertainment. Deadline revealed the company’s launch last year and it is backed Steve Michaels’ Asylum Entertainment Group.
It follows the as-yet-unnannounced band as it departs for Korea to attend the ultimate K-Pop boot camp, learning from the experts who have created the world’s biggest K-Pop superstars. But will these young artists have what it takes to learn from the best and make the jump from ordinary life to new pop sensations?
Sm Entertainment...
- 2/27/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Simon Cowell is one of those faces who have been among the regulars in the entertainment industry for longer than one can remember. This is why for a remarkably successful entrepreneur and record executive whose face they have been seeing in the industry for more than four decades, fans just couldn’t understand the reason behind Cowell’s recent facial transformation.
Simon Cowell (@simoncowell | Ig)
Making it all the more confusing for them to understand was none other than Simon Cowell himself, who refuted all the claims surfacing about him having undergone a potential facelift. However, it seems that the truth is finally out now that a professional aesthetician has uncovered all the reasons and details for Cowell’s drastic facial changeover through his observations.
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Simon Cowell (@simoncowell | Ig)
Making it all the more confusing for them to understand was none other than Simon Cowell himself, who refuted all the claims surfacing about him having undergone a potential facelift. However, it seems that the truth is finally out now that a professional aesthetician has uncovered all the reasons and details for Cowell’s drastic facial changeover through his observations.
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Aesthetic Doctor Proves Simon...
- 2/26/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Ant and Dec returned to the UK’s Saturday evening TV schedule this weekend, drawing ITV’s biggest overnight audience of the year so far.
The veteran entertainment duo, who have already said this 20th series of Saturday Night Takeaway will be their last, attracted an average of 4.9million viewers for the launch show, with a peak of 5.6m, reports the Daily Mail.
They brought a dose of nostalgia, with throwback pictures of themselves on the very first show back in 2002.
This weekend’s launch show was the customary mix of competitions, musical numbers and undercover pranks. Saturday evening’s target was Simon Cowell, who joined the hosts to review how he’d been successfully pranked during the filming of America’s Got Talent. The judge was invited onto stage by two masked magicians and locked into a steel box, before it appeared that the single key had been swallowed, and...
The veteran entertainment duo, who have already said this 20th series of Saturday Night Takeaway will be their last, attracted an average of 4.9million viewers for the launch show, with a peak of 5.6m, reports the Daily Mail.
They brought a dose of nostalgia, with throwback pictures of themselves on the very first show back in 2002.
This weekend’s launch show was the customary mix of competitions, musical numbers and undercover pranks. Saturday evening’s target was Simon Cowell, who joined the hosts to review how he’d been successfully pranked during the filming of America’s Got Talent. The judge was invited onto stage by two masked magicians and locked into a steel box, before it appeared that the single key had been swallowed, and...
- 2/25/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
When it comes to being the center of attention, Jennifer Lopez is no stranger to it as she makes headlines and becomes a great conversation topic for the media and fans. Though the Marry Me actor has been an influential actor and won numerous awards her actions have often invited backlash, especially her high-profile relationship with Ben Affleck. Affleck and Lopez are a settled married couple and it only took them two decades and two engagements to get there.
Jennifer Lopez in a still from This Is Me…Now
However, when they tied the knot back in 2022, Jennifer Lopez decided to tell her and Affleck’s love story as she was ecstatic to release a musical film that would talk about their love story. However, the viewers were not a fan of her complicated as it got bombed with negative reviews from critics and fans alike.
Jennifer Lopez’s Bizarre...
Jennifer Lopez in a still from This Is Me…Now
However, when they tied the knot back in 2022, Jennifer Lopez decided to tell her and Affleck’s love story as she was ecstatic to release a musical film that would talk about their love story. However, the viewers were not a fan of her complicated as it got bombed with negative reviews from critics and fans alike.
Jennifer Lopez’s Bizarre...
- 2/23/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
“AGT: Fantasy League” concluded on February 19 with the “Final Results” of which of the 10 Dream Team acts became the newest AGT champion. The new spin-off series saw judges Mel B, Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel go head-to-head in a competition to mentor an all star ‘AGT’ act through the season to victory.
The 10 finalist acts that performed for the win on February 12 were: Billy and Emily England and Aidan Bryant on Team Mel; Ramadhani Brothers, Kodi Lee and Shadow Ace on Team Howie; Sofie Dossi and V.Unbeatable on Team Heidi; and Pack Drumline, Musa Motha and Sainted on Team Simon.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “AGT: Fantasy League” recap of episode 8 to find out who became the next AGT champion and which of the judges earned official bragging rights on Monday, February 19 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section...
The 10 finalist acts that performed for the win on February 12 were: Billy and Emily England and Aidan Bryant on Team Mel; Ramadhani Brothers, Kodi Lee and Shadow Ace on Team Howie; Sofie Dossi and V.Unbeatable on Team Heidi; and Pack Drumline, Musa Motha and Sainted on Team Simon.
Below, read our minute-by-minute “AGT: Fantasy League” recap of episode 8 to find out who became the next AGT champion and which of the judges earned official bragging rights on Monday, February 19 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt. Then be sure to sound off in the comments section...
- 2/20/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Monday’s two-hour finale of America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League revealed the show’s first-ever winner, and it’s not the act anyone was expecting.
Heading into the dramatic season ender, multiple TVLine polls had musician Kodi Lee as Fantasy League’s frontrunner, so imagine our surprise when the inspirational winner of Season 14 was among the first group of contestants eliminated. Other acts who fell short of making the top five included danger duo Billy & Emily England, shadow puppeteer Shadow Ace, contortionist Sofie Dossi and aerialist Aidan Bryant.
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Heading into the dramatic season ender, multiple TVLine polls had musician Kodi Lee as Fantasy League’s frontrunner, so imagine our surprise when the inspirational winner of Season 14 was among the first group of contestants eliminated. Other acts who fell short of making the top five included danger duo Billy & Emily England, shadow puppeteer Shadow Ace, contortionist Sofie Dossi and aerialist Aidan Bryant.
More from TVLineSaturday Night Live: Sydney Sweeney, Josh Brolin to Host...
- 2/20/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Over its past 21 seasons, American Idol has had several famous judges including Simon Cowell, Jennifer Lopez, and Mariah Carey. But for the new generation fans of the show, Katy Perry is one of the show’s most iconic judges. She is the only female musician who came close to Simon Cowell’s whopping $36 million salary on the show. Perry was offered $25 million when ABC took up the show from Fox and rebooted it with a new judging panel.
Simon Cowell in American Idol
Katy Perry’s massive American Idol salary becomes notable once again, especially since the Fireworks singer revealed that she was leaving the show after its current 22nd season. Perry revealed that she will be focusing on her music career after exiting her judging gig.
Not Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry Received The Largest Paycheck After Simon Cowell Not Jennifer Lopez or Mariah Carey, Katy Perry is the highest-paid...
Simon Cowell in American Idol
Katy Perry’s massive American Idol salary becomes notable once again, especially since the Fireworks singer revealed that she was leaving the show after its current 22nd season. Perry revealed that she will be focusing on her music career after exiting her judging gig.
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- 2/19/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Over its first 22 seasons, “American Idol” has seen 14 judges serve on the panel. They’ve ranged from music superstars and TV icons to producers who usually work behind the scenes. The current panel — country music star Luke Bryan, pop princess Katy Perry and the legendary Lionel Richie — have been part of the show since it was relaunched on ABC in 2018.
But where do they sit in our rankings of the 14 famous faces who have sat in judgment. How do they compare to the original trio? And what about those one and done judges?
To find out, take a tour of our photo gallery of all 14 “American Idol” judges ranked from worst to best. And be sure to sound off in the comments sections with your own “American Idol” judges rankings.
But where do they sit in our rankings of the 14 famous faces who have sat in judgment. How do they compare to the original trio? And what about those one and done judges?
To find out, take a tour of our photo gallery of all 14 “American Idol” judges ranked from worst to best. And be sure to sound off in the comments sections with your own “American Idol” judges rankings.
- 2/19/2024
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
“American Idol” just kicked off its 22nds season, hosted as always by Ryan Seacrest. The judging panel for the show’s seven seasons on ABC has stayed the same: country music star Luke Bryan, pop princess Katy Perry and the legendary Lionel Richie. There were 11 famous faces who sat in judgement during the 15 seasons that the show ran on Fox. Take a scroll through our “American Idol” judges ranked photo gallery to see where your favorites fall.
Are you a fan of the original trio of judges? Do you have fond memories of those one and done judges? Or perhaps you don’t even remember who sat on this revolving panel over the years. Take a tour of our gallery of all 14 “American Idol” judges ranked from worst to best. And be sure to sound off in the comments sections with your own “American Idol” judges rankings.
Be warned: the...
Are you a fan of the original trio of judges? Do you have fond memories of those one and done judges? Or perhaps you don’t even remember who sat on this revolving panel over the years. Take a tour of our gallery of all 14 “American Idol” judges ranked from worst to best. And be sure to sound off in the comments sections with your own “American Idol” judges rankings.
Be warned: the...
- 2/19/2024
- by Paul Sheehan
- Gold Derby
It’s hard to believe American Idol first premiered more than two decades ago!
The hit singing competition series premiered on June 11, 2002 on Fox with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson as the original three judges with host Ryan Seacrest.
After 15 seasons, Idol ended on Fox and after a two year hiatus, the show was revived on ABC in 2018 with Ryan returning as host along with new judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.
Over it’s past 21 seasons, Idol has launched the careers of some of the biggest names in the music industry.
Season 22 of American Idol premieres on Sunday, Feb. 18 on ABC at 8pm Et.
Click through the slideshow to see all of American Idol’s past winners…...
The hit singing competition series premiered on June 11, 2002 on Fox with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson as the original three judges with host Ryan Seacrest.
After 15 seasons, Idol ended on Fox and after a two year hiatus, the show was revived on ABC in 2018 with Ryan returning as host along with new judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.
Over it’s past 21 seasons, Idol has launched the careers of some of the biggest names in the music industry.
Season 22 of American Idol premieres on Sunday, Feb. 18 on ABC at 8pm Et.
Click through the slideshow to see all of American Idol’s past winners…...
- 2/17/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
We’re just days away from finding out who will win “America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League,” NBC’s latest spin-off of the popular “AGT” franchise. This time around, the four judges — Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum and Mel B — compete alongside their Dream Team acts of former all-stars, fan-favorites and winners. The Top 10 finalists performed for the audience votes during Monday night’s episode, and we will all find out who gets added to the “Got Talent” winners list on February 19.
In Gold Derby’s overnight poll, we asked “AGT Fantasy League” fans to vote for who they think deserves to win NBC’s reality TV show. Here are their complete poll results:
18% — Sofie Dossi (Team Heidi)
17% — Kodi Lee (Team Howie)
16% — V.Unbeatable (Team Heidi)
14% — Ramadhani Brothers (Team Howie)
11% — Aidan Bryant (Team Mel)
7% — Shadow Ace (Team Howie)
5% — Billy & Emily England (Team Mel)
5% — Pack Drumline (Team Simon)
4% — Musa Motha (Team...
In Gold Derby’s overnight poll, we asked “AGT Fantasy League” fans to vote for who they think deserves to win NBC’s reality TV show. Here are their complete poll results:
18% — Sofie Dossi (Team Heidi)
17% — Kodi Lee (Team Howie)
16% — V.Unbeatable (Team Heidi)
14% — Ramadhani Brothers (Team Howie)
11% — Aidan Bryant (Team Mel)
7% — Shadow Ace (Team Howie)
5% — Billy & Emily England (Team Mel)
5% — Pack Drumline (Team Simon)
4% — Musa Motha (Team...
- 2/13/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
On February 12, 2024, NBC aired Episode 7 of “America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League.” The new spin-off series marks the return of former judge Mel B as she joins Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel in a head-to-head competition to mentor an all-star “AGT” act through the season to victory. Terry Crews is back once again for hosting duties.
Over the past eight weeks of shows, the judges’ Dream Teams of 10 was narrowed down with only one standing as the newest “AGT” champion and taking home the $250,000 cash prize next week. That act will also give their mentor the first coach’s win in “AGT” history. Now that that the finale performance episode upon us, the remaining acts are one step closer to the finale. But who were the best acts from this episode? Below we rank the 10 acts from worst to best.
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Over the past eight weeks of shows, the judges’ Dream Teams of 10 was narrowed down with only one standing as the newest “AGT” champion and taking home the $250,000 cash prize next week. That act will also give their mentor the first coach’s win in “AGT” history. Now that that the finale performance episode upon us, the remaining acts are one step closer to the finale. But who were the best acts from this episode? Below we rank the 10 acts from worst to best.
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- 2/13/2024
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
Katy Perry dropped a bomb on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Monday night. The hit-maker shared the upcoming season of “American Idol” will likely be her last. After seven years sitting next to Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie at the judging panel, Katy told Jimmy Kimmel it was time to “see the world” and confirmed plans to headline the Brazilian music festival “Rock in Rio 2024.”
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Seven seasons is a bit sentimental considering that’s the same number of years the original “Idol” trio of Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson spent together on Fox. “I love ‘Idol’ so much,” she said. “It’s connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat.”
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Seven seasons is a bit sentimental considering that’s the same number of years the original “Idol” trio of Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson spent together on Fox. “I love ‘Idol’ so much,” she said. “It’s connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat.”
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- 2/13/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Katy Perry is saying goodbye to American Idol after seven seasons.
The singer announced her exit from the reality competition during an appearance on the Jimmy Kimmel Live show. Kimmel asked Perry how long she would stay as a judge on the ABC talent show to which the singer said she was planning to attend the Rock in Rio music festival in Brazil this fall.
Perry then dropped the bomb, saying, “So I think this will probably be my last season for Idol.”
“I love Idol so much,” she continued. “It’s connected me with the heart of America but I feel like I need to feel that pulse to my own beat.”
Kimmel followed up and asked Perry what her co-stars, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, thought of her departure, she said, “Well, they’ll find out tonight.”
“They know that I have some things planned for this year,...
The singer announced her exit from the reality competition during an appearance on the Jimmy Kimmel Live show. Kimmel asked Perry how long she would stay as a judge on the ABC talent show to which the singer said she was planning to attend the Rock in Rio music festival in Brazil this fall.
Perry then dropped the bomb, saying, “So I think this will probably be my last season for Idol.”
“I love Idol so much,” she continued. “It’s connected me with the heart of America but I feel like I need to feel that pulse to my own beat.”
Kimmel followed up and asked Perry what her co-stars, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, thought of her departure, she said, “Well, they’ll find out tonight.”
“They know that I have some things planned for this year,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
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