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Terence Stamp, British actor who portrayed General Zod in early Superman films, dies at 87
LONDON — Terence Stamp, the British actor who often played the role of a complex villain, including that of General Zod in the early Superman films, has died. He was 87. His death on Sunday was disclosed in a death notice published online. The London-born Stamp started his film career...
‘Weapons’ maintained top spot during second weekend, scaring off newcomer ‘Nobody 2’
LOS ANGELES — “Weapons” scared its way to the top of the box office in its debut and managed to stay there during its second box office weekend, beating out “Freakier Friday” and newcomer “Nobody 2.” Zach Cregger’s horror earned $25 million in 3,450 North American theaters, a 43% drop...
2 of 5 surviving ‘Knight Rider’ cars reunited in Butler County; tractor-trailer restoration nearing completion
The world’s largest collection of screen-used Knight Rider cars is now in Butler County. The first Pontiac modified to portray the Knight Industries Two Thousand — KITT for short — and seen in the 1980s TV show’s iconic opening racing toward the screen in the desert is parked alongside one...
TV Talk: Ben Folds talks crazy Pittsburgh cab ride, Apple’s ‘Snoopy’ summer musicalVideo
In addition to his role as music supervisor on Apple TV+’s “Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical,” streaming Aug. 15, singer-songwriter Ben Folds has some unique Pittsburgh ties involving a former mayor, Mister Rogers’ company and a wild taxi ride. I’ll get to those shortly. But first, there’s this new, 40-minute...
TV Q&A: Are more changes coming to KDKA-TV newscasts?
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen answers reader questions every Wednesday at TribLive.com in a column that also appears in the Sunday Tribune-Review. Q: Do you expect changes to the anchor format at KDKA-TV following the layoffs at the station? Will they go to a single anchor for most...
Jimmy Kimmel secures Italian citizenship in case he needs to escape during Trump’s 2nd term
Jimmy Kimmel revealed he has his Italian passport ready, just in case. During an interview with comedian Sarah Silverman on her podcast, the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” host discussed how “much worse” the president’s second term has been for the country, without getting into specifics. He said he has obtained Italian...
TV Talk: Dick’s Sporting Goods joins entertainment biz; WTAE hires Westmoreland reporterVideo
Coraopolis-based Dick’s Sporting Goods launched its own entertainment studio, announcing the venture Cookie Jar & a Dream Studios last week ahead of Tuesday’s premiere of the 51-minute “Big Dreams: The Little League World Series 2024”, chronicling last year’s competition in Williamsport, Lycoming County. (The film will repeat on ESPN at...
Danielle Spencer, former child actor known for sitcom ‘What’s Happening!!,’ dies at 60
Danielle Spencer, the former child star who played sassy tattletale Dee Thomas on the 1970s sitcom “What’s Happening!!,” has died. She was 60. Spencer died Monday after she “lost her battle with cancer,” her brother, jazz trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, announced on Instagram. Spencer had suffered other health issues — including...
Paramount will become the new home to all UFC events in the U.S. under 7-year deal with TKO Group
NEW YORK — Paramount will become the new home to Ultimate Fighting Championship events across the U.S. next year, through a seven-year agreement announced with TKO Group on Monday. The news comes just days after Skydance and Paramount officially closed their $8 billion merger — kicking off the reign of...
‘Weapons’ horror film scores a box office victory
LOS ANGELES — It’s August, and horror and humor came to play. In a month that’s long been known to let edgier movies thrive, Zach Cregger’s highly anticipated horror film “Weapons” did not disappoint, topping the box office during its debut weekend with $42.5 million domestically from 3,202 theaters. It...
TV Talk: ‘Fargo’ writer brings xenomorph terror home in ‘Alien: Earth’Video
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. In lesser hands, a series spinoff of the theatrical “Alien” franchise might seem like just another IP play — a money grab. But pair Noah Hawley, the writer behind FX’s “Fargo,” with “Alien,” and you...
Lucasfilm and Disney settle with actor Gina Carano following her firing from ‘The Mandalorian’
LOS ANGELES — Actor Gina Carano has settled her federal lawsuit against Lucasfilm and its parent The Walt Disney Co. over her claim that she was fired from “The Mandalorian” in 2021 for expressing right-wing views on social media. The specific terms of the agreement were not made available. “Ms....
TV Q&A: Why did WTAE re-assign Jeff Verszyla?
Q: Why is WTAE demoting Jeff Verszyla back to weekends come September? First of all, he always looks perfectly groomed and dressed like a gentleman. Next, he makes the weather news interesting and fun. Next, his weather trivia is educational. Is this a financial decision? — Nina, via email Rob:...
‘Love Is Blind’ TV show casting in Philly
The popular Netflix reality TV show “Love Is Blind” is coming to Pennsylvania — but not to Pittsburgh. Philadelphia is one of five new cities on the docket for casting. The show, which premiered in 2020, is described by Netflix as a “social experiment.” The show gathers single men and...
Here’s what you need to know about ESPN’s new steaming service and its deals with the NFL and WWE
ESPN’s much-discussed streaming service finally has its launch date. The network announced Wednesday that its direct-to-consumer service and enhanced app will debut Aug. 21. The announcement coincided with Disney’s quarterly earning report. This week’s expanded deals with the NFL and a new partnership with WWE provides ESPN with more inventory...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Aug. 8-10
All corners of the city will be full of excitement in the next few days, so this August weekend is the best time to venture out and explore. Here are a few events to get you started. Barrel and Flow This acclaimed festival celebrating Black brewers and artists is back...
TV Talk: Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood TV universe introduces Daniel Tiger to Donkey HodieVideo
Let Marvel have its “cinematic universe.” The creations of the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood TV Universe come together next week in a new “Donkey Hodie” episode, “Daniel Tiger Visits Someplace Else” (11 a.m. Monday, WQED-TV). The animated star of “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” comes to three-dimensional life as a puppet to fit...
ESPN signs Penn State grad Katie Feeney to create social media, digital content
Sports and lifestyle influencer Katie Feeney is headed to ESPN. A Penn State University grad, Feeney, 22, will be a sports and lifestyle content creator for the sports giant. She will serve as a weekly contributor on “College Gameday,” “Sunday NFL Countdown” and “Monday Night Countdown,” as well as the...
TV Talk: More change at KDKA-TV: news director exits with promotion
After last week’s layoffs of KDKA-TV anchors Kym Gable and Lindsay Ward and recent corporate buyouts of several videographers who will leave Channel 2 this month, the station’s news director, Shawn Hoder, will depart for a larger market. He’ll become vice president and news director of CBS-owned WUPA in Atlanta...
Howard Stern’s SiriusXM contract in jeopardy
SiriusXM host Howard Stern’s future at the subscription satellite radio company seems to in jeopardy, according to multiple reports. The U.S. Sun cited unnamed sources in a Tuesday report that indicated Stern’s show is set to be canceled. The Daily Mail also used unnamed sources in a report that said...
TV Talk: ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 release date, cast and plot details
Pittsburgh-set HBO Max ER drama “The Pitt” may not have earned the most Emmy nominations last month, but it did well for what is in many ways an elevated broadcast network drama on a streaming service. While Apple TV+’s “Severance” is the front-runner for best drama with 27 nominations, “The...
Holy schnikes!: Sandusky holding 3-day ‘Tommy Boy’ Fest
WILLOUGHBY, Ohio — The version of Sandusky that serves as the primary setting of the movie “Tommy Boy” has only so much in common with the actual city in north-central Ohio. While a coffee mug from the world-famous Cedar Point amusement park sits on a desk in the 1995 comedy...
TV Talk: ‘King of the Hill’ revived on Hulu, funny as everVideo
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. The Fox animated hit “King of the Hill,” which aired 1997-2010, gets revived with all 10 episodes of its 14th season premiering Aug. 4 on Hulu. This isn’t a reboot but a continuation. Although 15...
Corporation for Public Broadcasting to shut down after being defunded by Congress, targeted by Trump
WASHINGTON — The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a cornerstone of American culture for three generations, announced Friday it would take steps toward its own closure after being defunded by Congress — marking the end of a nearly six-decade era in which it fueled the production of renowned educational programming, cultural...
Paula Deen has abruptly closed the Savannah restaurant that launched her to Food Network fame
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Former Food Network star Paula Deen announced Friday the abrupt closure of the Savannah restaurant that launched her to fame with its menu of fried chicken, banana pudding and other indulgent Southern dishes. Deen ran The Lady & Sons restaurant with her two sons, Jamie and Bobby...
