The weekend in TV: ‘The Chair’, ‘Smackdown’ and ‘Stand Up to Cancer’
Here’s our rundown on the weekend in TV for Aug. 20-22, 2021, from Sandra Oh in "The Chair" to the final confrontations before SummerSlam.
Here’s our rundown on the weekend in TV for Aug. 20-22, 2021, from Sandra Oh in "The Chair" to the final confrontations before SummerSlam.
‘Kill Bill’ star Sonny Chiba dies at 82 from COVID-19
Chiba was known for many roles, including “Kill Bill” and “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift,” and inspired many action filmmakers and actors including Quentin Tarantino and Keanu Reeves.
Chiba was known for many roles, including “Kill Bill” and “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift,” and inspired many action filmmakers and actors including Quentin Tarantino and Keanu Reeves.
Garth Brooks cancels remaining US tour dates due to COVID-19 surge
Country music superstar Garth Brooks is canceling the remaining five U.S. stops on his stadium tour due to the rapid spread of COVID-19.
Country music superstar Garth Brooks is canceling the remaining five U.S. stops on his stadium tour due to the rapid spread of COVID-19.
Mike Richards steps down as ‘Jeopardy!’ host after backlash over past comments
Mike Richards is stepping down as the new host of “Jeopardy!” following backlash he received over past derogatory comments.
Mike Richards is stepping down as the new host of “Jeopardy!” following backlash he received over past derogatory comments.
Review: Rebecca Hall transfixes in the jarring, unnerving horror ‘The Night House’
In the exceptionally unsettling “The Night House,” directed by David Bruckner and written by Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski, the inexplicability of death isn’t just cause for confusion, but a source of riveting existential horror.
In the exceptionally unsettling “The Night House,” directed by David Bruckner and written by Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski, the inexplicability of death isn’t just cause for confusion, but a source of riveting existential horror.
‘Flag Day’: Sean and Dylan Penn captivate in powerful, father-daughter drama
It’s a character-driven movie that pulls at the heartstrings, and its standout, powerful performances led by Sean Penn and his daughter Dylan Penn are what will be remembered most.
It’s a character-driven movie that pulls at the heartstrings, and its standout, powerful performances led by Sean Penn and his daughter Dylan Penn are what will be remembered most.
Britney Spears under investigation for allegedly striking employee
Pop star Britney Spears is under investigation for allegedly striking an employee at her home.
Pop star Britney Spears is under investigation for allegedly striking an employee at her home.
R. Kelly sex trafficking trial: What to know and expect
What do you need to know about the R. Kelly sex trafficking trial? As the New York federal trial unfolds over the next month or so, expect to hear from multiple accusers who say the R&B superstar physically, sexually and psychologically dominated them.
What do you need to know about the R. Kelly sex trafficking trial? As the New York federal trial unfolds over the next month or so, expect to hear from multiple accusers who say the R&B superstar physically, sexually and psychologically dominated them.
Aye aye, Cap: Anthony Mackie to star in Marvel’s ‘Captain America 4’
Anthony Mackie has signed a deal to star in the Captain America 4 as Sam Wilson, a.k.a. the Falcon.
Anthony Mackie has signed a deal to star in the Captain America 4 as Sam Wilson, a.k.a. the Falcon.
Happy birthday Robert Redford: Watch hidden gems from his long career
It's Robert Redford's birthday. Celebrate with free titles featuring the celebrated actor and director.
It's Robert Redford's birthday. Celebrate with free titles featuring the celebrated actor and director.
Kanye West teases 'Donda' album listening event at Soldier Field
Kanye West announced a listening party for his yet-to-be-released album taking place Aug. 26 at Soldier Field.
Kanye West announced a listening party for his yet-to-be-released album taking place Aug. 26 at Soldier Field.
Orangetheory celebrates #FreeBritney movement with free class to anyone named Britney
Anyone with the same name as the “Stronger” singer can get a free class at participating fitness studios through Aug. 20.
Anyone with the same name as the “Stronger” singer can get a free class at participating fitness studios through Aug. 20.
Live Nation to require COVID-19 vaccination or negative test from artists, fans
Live Nation will require all artists and fans to either show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test starting Oct. 4, the company said.
Live Nation will require all artists and fans to either show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test starting Oct. 4, the company said.
Nanci Griffith, Grammy-winning folk singer-songwriter, dead at 68
The Grammy-winning folk singer and songwriter was 68 when she passed.
The Grammy-winning folk singer and songwriter was 68 when she passed.
Tony Bennett retires from touring per doctors' orders, son says
The iconic singer was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016.
The iconic singer was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016.
Apple TV+’s ‘CODA’: A heartwarming film that hits all the right notes
"CODA" was a big winner at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, earning four awards, including the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award.
"CODA" was a big winner at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, earning four awards, including the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award.
The weekend in TV: It’s Christmas for ‘Ted Lasso’ and time to ‘Swim’
"Ted Lasso" celebrates Christmas, Joey Lawrence faces off with a shark and "The White Lotus" checks out for the season: this is the weekend in TV for Aug. 13-15, 2021.
"Ted Lasso" celebrates Christmas, Joey Lawrence faces off with a shark and "The White Lotus" checks out for the season: this is the weekend in TV for Aug. 13-15, 2021.
South Park creators purchase Casa Bonita restaurant after bankruptcy
South Park creators bought Casa Bonita, an iconic Mexican restaurant from the hit TV show, in hopes to revive the business.
South Park creators bought Casa Bonita, an iconic Mexican restaurant from the hit TV show, in hopes to revive the business.
Britney Spears conservatorship: Jamie Spears 'willing' to step down as singer's conservator
Britney Spears' father says he is ‘willing to step down’ from his role as conservator of the singer's estate.
Britney Spears' father says he is ‘willing to step down’ from his role as conservator of the singer's estate.
Lollapalooza not a COVID-19 'superspreader', Chicago's top doc says
Chicago's top doctor says Lollapalooza was not the COVID-19 superspreader that some people feared it might be.
Chicago's top doctor says Lollapalooza was not the COVID-19 superspreader that some people feared it might be.