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ABC has revived several classic game shows over the years, and most have come and gone after a few seasons. Meanwhile, Celebrity Family Feud has stuck around for more than a decade. How long will its run continue? Will Celebrity Family Feud be cancelled or renewed for season 12? Stay tuned.

A primetime game show, the Celebrity Family Feud TV series is hosted by comedian Steve Harvey. Just as in the original Family Feud series, families try to guess the most popular answers to surveys of 100 members of a past studio audience. The difference is, in this celebrity version, they’re playing for up to $25,000 for charities. Contestants in season 11 include the friends and families of Martina McBride, Patricia Arquette, Jennifer Hudson, Taraji P. Henson, Leanne Morgan, Lainey Wilson, Laverne Cox, Diplo, Lil Jon, Matt Rife, Rich Eisen, Dan Patrick,...

ABC is officially scheduled to air the very first, premiere episode 1 of Celebrity Family Feud's new season 11 tonight, July 10, 2025, and it will feature Taraji P. Henson, Jennifer Hudson and more. According to ABC's official episode 1 press release information, all the celebrities who will appear in this episode are: actress Taraji P. Henson vs actress/singer Jennifer Hudson, and The Dan Patrick Show vs The Rich Eisen Show. They will be playing for their favorite charities. Comedian Steve Harvey is the host. ABC's official description for this new episode 1 of Celebrity Family Feud season 11 reads like this, "Hosted by Steve Harvey, actress Taraji P. Henson goes head-to-head with Egot winner Jennifer Hudson; and later, "The Dan Patrick Show" faces off against "The Rich Eisen Show" for their selected charities."...

One of Steve Harvey’s funniest reactions of all time to a player’s answer on Family Feud came with the prompt, “Name something you like your girlfriend to do to your face.” The player said, “Sit on it.” Harvey screamed, “Yes!” And the rest was viral video history. That same energy returns in TV Insider’s exclusive sneak peek at the Season 11 premiere of Celebrity Family Feud featuring Taraji P. Henson and her family on one side, with Jennifer Hudson and her loved ones on the other. Premiering Thursday, July 10, at 8/7c only on ABC, Harvey returns with an energetic bunch of players on both sides of the stage. On the left of the podium is a man from Team Jennifer, and on the left is a woman from Team Taraji. Harvey asks, “Name something that’s better when it’s thick.” Marion replies, “Women.” Harvey lights up, gets...

In a powerful demonstration of how investing in Black girls creates a pipeline of changemakers, Grammy Award-winning artist Megan Thee Stallion's Pete & Thomas Foundation will honor Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium founder Latosha Brown alongside 13-year-old mental health advocate Mila Henry at its inaugural gala.

Taking place July 16, 2025, at Gotham Hall in New York City, the black-tie affair will be hosted by actress Taraji P. Henson, featuring performances by Muni Long and entertainment by DJ D-Nice. The gala will benefit initiatives focused on education, housing, and health and wellness in underserved communities.

The pairing represents a remarkable full-circle moment: Brown’s organization awarded Henry a grant through the #BlackGirlJoyChallenge that she used to start her own nonprofit, Mh Boxes, serving Black girls’ mental health needs.

About The Honorees

Latosha Brown: A Force for Transformation

Latosha Brown founded Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium in 2017 with a...

On Thursday July 10 2025, ABC broadcasts Celebrity Family Feud!

Taraji P. Henson vs. Jennifer Hudson and The Dan Patrick Show vs. The Rich Eisen Show Season 11 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Family Feud” promises an exciting showdown as two talented actresses, Taraji P. Henson and Jennifer Hudson, go head-to-head. Both stars are well-known for their impressive careers in film and music, and now they will bring their competitive spirit to the game show. Fans of both actresses can expect plenty of fun, laughter, and friendly rivalry as they battle it out for their chosen charities.

In this episode, the stakes are high not just for the contestants but also for the charities they represent. Taraji P. Henson will lead her team, ready to showcase her quick thinking and charm. On the other side, Jennifer Hudson will bring her own unique flair and determination to the game. Viewers can...

Social media star-turned-actor Andrew Bachelor has joined Shamier Anderson in the upcoming Paramount+ and GameTV satirical mini-series Hate the Player: The Ben Johnson Story.

Bachelor, also known as King Bach, will play U.S. sprinter Carl Lewis, a fierce rival to Canadian Ben Johnson (Anderson) who in 1988 cheated his way to a gold medal in the 100 meter final at the Seoul Olympics.

Bachelor starred in Netflix comedy Coffee and Kareem, alongside Taraji P. Henson, Ed Helms and Betty Gilpin, the Netflix horror The Babysitter: Killer Queen with Jenna Ortega, and the romantic comedy Holidate with Emma Roberts and Kristin Chenoweth.

Bachelor will bring his real-life sprinting background while attending Florida State University, and that of his athlete father in Jamaica, to the role. “Carl Lewis was a hero of mine — not just because of his dominance, but because he excelled in multiple events, just like I did. The rivalry between...

Summer has officially set in, and there’s some hot new flicks to watch while you’re beating the heat in the house.

From crimefighting cyborgs that seek revenge to that magical Cynthia Erivo-Ariana Grande collaboration that still has us dancing through life, there’s a lot in store on Prime Video. Plus, Idris Elba and John Cena have dropped their comedic action-thriller “Heads of State.”

Here’s our curated list of the best new movies on Amazon Prime Video we think you should be watching next.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in “Wicked.” (Credit: Universal Pictures) “Wicked” (2024)

Of course, “Wicked” is on the list. We’re still not over Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s beautiful collaboration. Erivo plays outcast Elphaba, a green-skinned young woman with immense power. While attending school, she befriends Glinda, a fellow witch, who desires the spotlight at her institution. Together, they form...

The third season premiere of Netflix’s Ginny & Georgia recorded one of the biggest streaming weeks of 2025 so far.

The mother-daughter series racked up 2.88 billion minutes of viewing (inclusive of the two previous seasons as well) for the week of June 2-8; season three of debuted on June 5. That’s the highest weekly total in the show’s history so far, beating 2.73 billion minutes in January 2023, a week after the premiere of season two.

Ginny & Georgia also had the fourth-biggest week of any title so far this year on Nielsen’s streaming charts, behind Squid Game (4.6 billion minutes) in early January and two weeks for The Night Agent (3.11 billion and 2.92 billion) in January and February. (Nielsen figures for Squid Game’s third and final season, which opened to huge viewing worldwide, according to Netflix, won’t be available for a few weeks.)

Love Island USA also got off...

Celebrity Family Feud fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 11 Episode 1 episode titled Taraji P. Henson vs. Jennifer Hudson and The Dan Patrick Show vs. The Rich Eisen Show!

Find out everything you need to know about the Taraji P. Henson vs. Jennifer Hudson and The Dan Patrick Show vs. The Rich Eisen Show episode of Celebrity Family Feud, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Celebrity Family Feud Taraji P. Henson vs. Jennifer Hudson and The Dan Patrick Show vs. The Rich Eisen Show Season 11 Episode 1 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Family Feud” promises an exciting showdown as two powerhouse actresses, Taraji P. Henson and Jennifer Hudson, go head-to-head in a battle for charity. Scheduled to air on ABC at 8:00 Pm on July 10, 2025, this episode is set to deliver laughter, fierce competition, and heartwarming moments.

The excitement builds as “Celebrity Family Feud” returns for Season 11 with its thrilling first episode titled “Taraji P. Henson vs. Jennifer Hudson and The Dan Patrick Show vs. The Rich Eisen Show.” Scheduled to air on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 8:00 Pm on ABC, this episode promises a night filled with laughter, competition, and heartwarming moments.

In this episode, two beloved actresses, Taraji P. Henson and Jennifer Hudson, will go head-to-head in a battle of wits and humor. Both stars are known for their incredible talent and charm, making this matchup highly anticipated. Fans can expect to see them bring their A-game as they answer fun survey questions and compete for bragging rights, all while supporting their chosen charities.

Adding to the excitement, “The Dan Patrick Show” will face off against “The Rich Eisen Show.” The stakes are high as these popular sports personalities join the fray, bringing their unique flair and competitive spirit.

Netflix’s new fantasy film with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score ends a Tyler Perry movie's reign in updated streaming rankings. Written, directed, and produced by Perry, the Netflix film, Straw, stars Taraji P. Henson as a single mother caring for her chronically ill daughter who must deal with a series of unfortunate events that cause her to commit unthinkable crimes.

In addition to Henson in the lead role, Straw's cast also includes Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Rockmond Dunbar, Ashley Versher, Mike Merrill, and Glynn Turman. Since its release on June 6, Straw has been dominating the streaming service's charts, finishing at No. 1 on Netflix's Global Top 10 movies for the first past three weeks.

Straw also scored the biggest week for a Netflix film in 2025, racking up an impressive 48.9 million views in its first week. This marked not only the biggest week for any Netflix film in 2025 so far, but...

Taraji P. Henson is stepping onto Broadway for the first time next spring alongside Cedric the Entertainer in a revival of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, a powerful drama by the late August Wilson that will be staged at a Shubert theater in New York.

The Hidden Figures star will portray Bertha Holly, a boarding house matriarch in 1911 Pittsburgh, while Cedric takes on the role of her husband, Seth.

The production, helmed by Debbie Allen and produced by Brian Anthony Moreland, marks Henson’s Broadway debut. Cedric previously appeared on Broadway in 2008’s American Buffalo.

The play, part of Wilson’s ten-part Pittsburgh Cycle, examines the lives of African Americans during the Great Migration. Its themes of displacement, identity and resilience remain timely more than a century after its setting.

Producer Brian Anthony Moreland called the opportunity to revisit Wilson’s work a privilege.

“We are truly honored to...

Taraji P. Henson is already a Tony Award nominee and now she’s finally set to make her Broadway debut as an actress!

The Oscar-nominated star will lead the upcoming Broadway revival of the classic August Wilson play Joe Turner’s Come and Gone alongside Cedric the Entertainer.

Taraji previously produced the play Jaja’s African Hair Braiding and she received a Tony nomination as a producer for Best Play. This will mark her first time acting on a Broadway stage.

Cedric returns to Broadway after previously starring in American Buffalo in 2008.

Debbie Allen will direct the new production of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, which will open in Spring 2026 at a Shubert Theatre to-be-announced. Taraji and Cedric will portray wife and husband ‘Bertha Holly’ and ‘Seth Holly,’ respectively.

Producer Brian Anthony Moreland said, “We are truly honored to return to August Wilson’s legacy. Joe Turner’s Come...

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This July, Prime Video is bringing you a lot of entertainment, from the much-anticipated release of the final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty to John Cena and Idris Elba‘s fun-looking action comedy film Heads of State. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Prime Video this month and have a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the 14 best films that are coming to Prime Video in July 2025 with a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

A Fish Called Wanda (July 1) Rt Score: 96% Credit – Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

A Fish Called Wanda is a heist comedy film directed by Charles Crichton, who also co-wrote the screenplay with John Cleese. The 1988 film revolves around a group of diamond thieves who must backstab each other to get to the loot after their leader is jailed.

Golden Globe Award winner and Academy Award, Tony Award, SAG Award, and Emmy Award nominee Taraji P. Henson and six-time NAACP Image Award winner Cedric “The Entertainer” will star in a new production of August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway. Directed by Golden Globe Award and four-time Emmy Award winner Debbie Allen, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone will open in Spring 2026 at a Shubert Theatre to be announced. Having previously served as a producer on the Tony Award nominated Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, this production marks Ms. Henson’s Broadway debut. Cedric “The Entertainer” returns to the stage after making his debut in 2008 in American Buffalo. They will portray wife and husband ‘Bertha Holly’ and ‘Seth Holly,’ respectively. Mr. Moreland returns to Broadway following his record-setting productions of Mr. Wilson’s The...

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer will star in a revival of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway.

Debbie Allen will direct the revival of the August Wilson play, which is the second in Wilson’s American Century Cycle and follows Black travelers seeking refuge at a Pittsburgh boarding house in 1911. The production is set to open in spring 2026 at a Shubert Theater to be announced.

This marks the Broadway debut for Henson, known for her roles in Empire, Hidden Figures and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, where she earned an Academy Award nomination. She recently starred in Tyler Perry’s Straw for Netflix.

Known for his comedy career and acting roles on projects including The Steve Harvey Show and The Neighborhood, Cedric The Entertainer made his Broadway debut in the 2008 revival of American Buffalo. He is set to play Seth Holly, who runs the boarding house,...

Taraji P. Henson and Cedric “The Entertainer” will star in a new production of August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway next spring, producer Brian Anthony Moreland announced today.

Directed by Debbie Allen, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone will open at a Shubert theater to-be-announced.

The revival of the Wilson classic will mark Henson’s Broadway debut (she was a producer on Jaja’s African Hair Braiding). Cedric “The Entertainer” returns to the stage after making his debut in 2008 in American Buffalo. They will portray wife and husband ‘Bertha Holly’ and ‘Seth Holly,’ respectively.

Additional casting will be announced at a later date.

“We are truly honored to return to August Wilson’s legacy,” Moreland said. “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone is Wilson’s seminal masterpiece — an unflinching exploration of pain, identity, and hope. With Debbie Allen’s visionary direction and this extraordinary cast,...

The end of June is almost near, but the films just keep on coming. And that’s why we’re back with another list of the best movies Netflix has to offer.

With just a few days left in the month, we still have several more in store on the mega streamer, including movies Netflix just dropped less than 30 days ago that have already created an online buzz, like Tyler Perry’s “Straw” starring Taraji P. Henson. Additionally, iconic filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock’s legacy lives on with “The Birds,” which Netflix also has as one of its selections.

Between some family-oriented movies to some creepy Jordan Peele delights, we’re laying it all out for your viewing pleasure. Here are the best new movies streaming on Netflix right now.

“Straw” (2025) Taraji P. Henson in “Straw” (Netflix)

Tyler Perry has done it once again with his hit Netflix film “Straw,” which stars Taraji P.

You really want to play a round of ddakji right now?! Up to you, but you should definitely stop reading straight away if you're not caught up on the full third and final season of "Squid Game," including the final moments of the series finale. Spoilers ahead!

In October of 2024, we learned that David Fincher, one of the sharpest and most revered directors of his generation, is "quietly working" on a spin-off of "Squid Game," Hwang Dong-hyuk's wildly popular South Korean series that became an international sensation when it hit the streamer back in 2021. Now that the original show has concluded after three seasons, we're definitely going to see the "Squid Game" universe keep expanding further and further; even beyond Fincher's alleged project, we could get a prequel at some point or, say, a spin-off centered around a major character like Lee Byung-hun's Front Man. With all of that said,...

Since it debuted three weeks ago, Tyler Perry’s emotional psychological drama Straw has continued drawing in audiences, earning another No. 1 spot on the English Films List with an additional 20 million views last week. With standout performances from leading ladies Taraji P. Henson, Teyana Taylor, and Sherri Shepherd, the thriller remained a global hit, earning a spot in the Top 10 in 91 countries.

Family crime drama The Waterfront anchored down in the No. 1 spot on the English TV List in its first week with 8.3 million views. Inspired by true events, the series follows a prominent North Carolina family’s crumbling fishing empire, and is creator Kevin Williamson’s most personal work to date. Known for Dawson’s Creek and Scream, Williamson received praise for his latest project, which has been called “one of the best and most deliriously entertaining new shows of 2025.”

From selling out stadiums to hunting...

Because “lists for people to argue about on social media” are more financially dependable than “journalism,” The New York Times recently published their list of the “Top 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century” — or, at least they published numbers 100 through 81. They’re going to drag this thing out for as long as humanly possible, à la Adrien Brody’s Oscar speech.

The paper reached out to “more than 500 influential directors, actors and other notable names in Hollywood” to vote on “the best films released since Jan. 1, 2000.” That means that 2000’s Dude Where’s My Car is 100 percent eligible and could still crack the top 80.

They’re also letting readers create their own ballots, which obviously won’t be counted towards the same list, but it’s nice to feel included, isn’t it?

The roster of notable filmmakers that contributed to the list includes big names like Bong Joon Ho,...

Netflix has no shortage of electrifying content, whether it be movies or TV series. Each month, the streaming giant adds a new batch of amazing content, ranging from spine-chilling narratives to animated flicks set in far-off mystical lands. However, not all content is on par with each other, each battling for dominance on the viewing charts.

Recently, KPop Demon Hunters, the new animated flick by the streaming giant, debuted at the top of the platform’s US charts in June 2025. Not only did the film exceed expectations, but it also dethroned Tyler Perry’s Straw, beating him at his own game.

KPop Demon Hunters’ Record-Breaking Debut on Netflix KPop Demon Hunters | Credits: Netflix

KPop Demon Hunters (2025), Netflix’s animated film blending K-pop and demon-slaying, debuted at the top of streaming charts. Debuting with impressive critic scores on Rotten Tomatoes, which is currently at 95%, this musical animated fantasy film has captivated audiences worldwide.

Earlier this month, ABC formally announced that cast members from “General Hospital” and “The Young and the Restless” are among the contestants set to appear during the upcoming 11th season of “Celebrity Family Feud,” the primetime game show hosted by Steve Harvey (“Family Feud”).

The news comes weeks after actors from both shows shared behind the scenes snaps on Instagram and other social media platforms following a taping last month in Atlanta.

Although a specific air date for the soap opera cast matchup has not been revealed, the primetime game show is scheduled to launch its new season on Thursday, July 10 at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt on ABC with episodes streaming the next day on Hulu.

Soap stars participating include Finola Hughes, Donnell Turner, Rena Sofer, Tanisha Harper and Maurice Benard from “General Hospital”, and Joshua Morrow, Michelle Stafford, Lauralee Bell, Melissa Claire Egan and Bryton James from “The Young and the Restless.

According to “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” creator Shaye Ogbonna, the difference between a good period piece and a great period piece are the details. “It was important that we really be drilled down on the research and authenticity,” said the writer to IndieWire during a Usg University Panel for the Peacock series, where he was joined by costume designer Ernesto Martinez and hair department head Lawrence Davis.

Part of that is because, in addition to being set in Atlanta in 1970, “Fight Night” is actually based on a true story about how on the night of Muhammad Ali’s comeback fight there was an after-party attended by several Black mob leaders from across the country that was attacked by armed robbers. The all-star cast for the limited series includes Kevin Hart as Chicken Man, the organizer of the party, Taraji P. Henson as his right hand woman Vivian Thomas,...

The second season of Tires hit Netflix at the start of this month, but the show has stretched its legs and found extended success well beyond what anyone was expecting. At the time of writing, Shane Gillis’ comedy series, which has drawn comparisons to Kevin James' The Crew, is still sitting comfortably in the Netflix top 10 in the fifth spot. Although it’s dropped a bit and given up its spot to newer arrivals like Ginny & Georgia, two straight weeks in the top 10 is still something to be proud of. Tires Season 2 saw an increase in its Rotten Tomatoes scores from both critics and audiences. Season 1 debuted with 40% from critics and 87% from audiences on the aggregate site, while Season 2 turned up the heat with 71% from critics and 93% from audiences.

In addition to Shane Gillis, Tires also stars Steve Gerben as Will, Chris O’Connor as Cal, Kilah Fox as Kilah, Stavros Halkias as Dave Louvopolis,...

Tyler Perry's polarizing new thriller Strawpulled in nearly 50 million views in its second week on Netflix, making it the biggest week this year for a movie and the biggest week for a 2025 launch on the streaming service. The psychological crime drama has been widely panned by critics but seems to be faring much better with audiences, having tallied up 48.9 million views in its second week, nearly double – and a 93.3% increase on – that of its opening weekend. The film debuted on June 6 and amassed a viewership of 25.3 million in its first three days.

Straw is led by Taraji P. Henson, who plays Janiyah, a struggling single mother trying to get by in the face of overwhelming odds. Her "world unravels in chaos as her day goes from bad to worse to catastrophic as she struggles to care for her ill daughter," according to the official synopsis for Perry's latest film.

Straw scores the biggest audience for a Netflix movie in 2025. Written, directed, and produced by Tyler Perry, the psychological thriller stars Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah, a single mother caring for her chronically ill daughter, Aria (Gabby Jackson), who must deal with a series of unfortunate events that cause her to commit unthinkable crimes. In addition to Henson in the lead role, Straw's cast also includes Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Rockmond Dunbar, Ashley Versher, Mike Merrill, and Glynn Turman.

Now, after releasing on June 6, Straw has scored the biggest week for a Netflix film in 2025, racking up an impressive 48.9 million views last week. This marks not only the biggest week for any Netflix film in 2025 so far, but also the best debut week for a new release this year. This week, the movie maintained its position at the top of Netflix's English Films chart. It also ranked among the...

Despite a wave of negative reviews — and even more serious offscreen controversies — Tyler Perry’s latest Netflix film, Straw, has become an undeniable streaming juggernaut. After debuting on June 6, the psychological thriller starring Taraji P. Henson has officially pulled off the biggest single-week viewership of any movie on Netflix so far in 2025. In just its second week, Straw nearly doubled its audience, soaring to 48.9 million views — a 93.3% jump from its opening weekend haul of 25.3 million.

That first-week performance was already enough to make it Netflix’s most-watched film for the week of June 2, but the new numbers solidify Straw as not just a hit, but a record-breaker. The movie easily outpaced Netflix’s next most-watched film, the documentary Titan: The OceanGate Submersible Disaster, which came in second with 17.4 million views during the same window.

Straw’s surge comes at a curious time. In the background of its release, Perry is...

Straw has been holding strong atop Netflix charts for the second week in a row now despite a major controversy, and the film’s biggest star has pulled back the curtain on what it’s like working with director Tyler Perry. Starring in the lead role of Janiyah Wiltkinson in Straw is Taraji P. Henson, who plays a single mother navigating a series of unfortunate events that lead her into a dangerous situation and at the center of suspicion in a terrifying world. Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Rockmonud Dunbar, and Glynn Turman also star in the film. Henson recently sat down for an interview with Decider, and she spoke about the nearly twenty years she’s been working with writer/director Tyler Perry, even praising the scripts he’s sent her over the years:

“I feel like every script that he sends me, he ups it. He challenges me,...

Editor’s note: Deadline’s It Starts on the Page (Limited) features 10 standout limited or anthology series scripts in 2025 Emmy contention.

When you have a limited series called Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, viewers want to see the main event, in this case, Muhammad Ali vs. Jerry Quarry in 1970, the backdrop for an armed robbery that changed the lives of many and Atlanta as a whole.

In Episode 101, the main players are introduced, with the cast of heavy hitters including Kevin Hart as Gordon “Chicken Man” Williams, Taraji P. Henson as Vivian “Sweets” Thomas, Don Cheadle as Detective J.D. Hudson, Samuel L. Jackson as Frank “Black Godfather” Moten, Terrence Howard as Richard “Cadillac Richie” Wheeler and Dexter Darden as Ali. Episode 102, titled “Round Two: Fight Night,” gives the audience a bird’s eye view of the fight — as well as the heist — from various perspectives, combining the cast...

Kyle Loftus has been named President of Independent Artist Group, the agency announced on Wednesday.

Loftus is a homegrown success story who started at the agency 16 years ago as an intern, in its previous incarnation as APA, quickly moving up the ranks. He’s the rare agent to reach such heights in his 30s, at a time when achieving upward mobility in the ten-percenter business is fairly tricky. In addition to his new title, he will join the Iag Board of Directors.

In a statement on the appointment, Iag CEO Jim Osborne, a longtime mentor and partner of Loftus, said, “Kyle has been instrumental in building an architecture at Iag that allows us to seamlessly integrate innovative opportunities for our clients across all divisions. Through his leadership, we’ve created multiple strategic pathways to help our clients diversify and grow their businesses. His exceptional ability to connect talent, music, IP,...

Survey Says… Season 11 of Celebrity Family Feud is about to be crazy. TV Insider obtained an exclusive clip where this season’s contestants dance, smell host Steve Harvey, give raunchy answers, and admit what happens in their bedroom every night. “We’re back, baby!” Steve Harvey said in the clip as he threw his question cards. Celebrity Family Feud returns to ABC on Thursday, July 10 at 8pm Edt and streams the next day on Hulu. The game show has two “families” or groups of celebrities from the same franchise competing against each other to try and win $25,000 for their chosen charity. The celebrity contestants will answer survey-type questions that were posed to 100 people. Diplo, Jennifer Hudson, and Taraji P. Henson were then seen dancing and answering survey questions. Laverne Cox admitted that she was so excited to be on the game show. But, the most shocking part of the clip...

There are some really shocking moments within the most-watched content on Netflix last week. Not so much scary, frightening, horror style, but the kind that pulls at your heart and gut and makes you think. Find out more below now that Tudum has updated the lists of the top five most-viewed movies and shows in the US on Netflix.

The movies have two of those big shocks. Watch and get drawn in as someone’s worst day unfolds with twists and turns throughout. The second comes as the story behind a disaster is revealed. There are some real jaw-dropping moments in both movies for sure.

On the show front, look out for a new enthralling drama that could have us all hooked. There’s also a show returning for a second season in sparkling form that’s well worth seeing. Then there are some questions over another returner as it hits season three.

Tyler Perry has always been a huge draw on Netflix, as the duo's multi-deal partnership has led to multiple streaming hits. However, his new release, Straw, has just celebrated a major achievement.

Straw tells the emotionally gripping story of a single mother who has no help and has to help her daughter, who falls ill often. The thriller stars Taraji P. Henson in the leading role and has received praise from the audience, although the critics disagreed. After debuting at the top of the charts in its first weekend, Netflix has just revealed that Straw had achieved two major feats: the biggest week this year for a movie and the biggest week for a 2025 launch.

In its debut week for the week between June 2 and 8, the mystery thriller debuted in first place with 25.3 million views and 48.5 million hours viewed. Since the film premiered on June 6 on the streaming platforms, it...

Audiences continued to connect with Tyler Perry’s Strawlast week, which amassed another 48.9 million views, making it both the biggest week this year for a movie and the biggest week for a 2025 launch. Still sitting firmly atop the English Films list, the psychological thriller starring Taraji P. Henson — whose compelling and emotional performance captivated viewers — was a Top 10 hit on Netflix in all countries, and was the third most-watched title on IMDb this week.

The mother-daughter duo series Ginny & Georgia continued to win over the hearts and minds of TV lovers who were enamored with its “fabulous antiheroine.” The show’s third season maintained its No. 1 spot on the English TV List with 16.9 million views, as fans saw their favorite characters pushed “to the limit.” Viewers who were left wondering what Season 4 might have in store for the Miller family also continued putting...

Tyler Perry's latest movie, Straw, touched many hearts, sparking conversations and earning him his first number-one film on Netflix since the partnership began. The audience praised the performances of lead actress Taraji P. Henson, who plays Janiyah, and Sherri Shepherd, who plays Nicole. Despite the fascinating story and beautiful delivery, the film seems to have left one central question unanswered: who is Aria's father?

The omission leaves viewers wondering if Janiyah's situation might have been different had Aria's father been involved or offered support. Though Tyler Perry's Straw doesn't directly tackle this mystery, the film drops several innuendos and subtle hints that give audiences a glimpse into the type of relationship Janiyah may have had with Aria's father.

Even though the film never gives the audience a clear answer about Aria's father, read on for all the clues and hints surrounding this enduring question.

Read full article on The Direct.

Netflix debuted the third season of Ginny & Georgia last week, and the drama series starring Brianne Howey and Antonia Gentry has been a major hit on streaming. The show even earned over 17 million viewers during its first four days on the platform, and its return encouraged fans to check out the first and second seasons of the show, which have also seen a streaming resurgence. Ginny & Georgia is sitting comfortably in the top spot on Netflix TV charts at the time of writing, even beating The Survivors, the Netflix original thriller series that earned a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The third season of Ginny & Georgia currently sits at a 67% from critics and an 83% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, a slight dip from where it debuted.

Ginny & Georgia was written and created for television by Sarah Lampert, with Mike Gauyo, Briana Belser, Anil K. Foreman, and...

Tyler Perry's latest psychological thriller might not be impressing critics, but overnight, the movie has become a big hit on IMDb, catapulting up a whopping 1,749 points to become the fourth most popular movie on the website. Released on June 6, the Netflix film is being panned by critics who've given it just a 44% on Rotten Tomatoes, and even IMDb users are divided about the movie, rating it a 6.6 out of 10. So what's going on?

Starring Taraji P. Henson, Perry's latest film centers around a single mother whose world unravels in chaos as her day goes from bad to worse to catastrophic as she struggles to care for her ill daughter. Pushed to the brink, she's forced to confront impossible choices in a society that offers her no safety net. It sounds pretty decent, right? Like Falling Down for a new generation. However, don't be fooled. By the time it's all over,...

Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise sharing the screen again… almost happened, but with one surprising condition. While promoting his upcoming Formula 1-inspired movie, Pitt finally addressed the long-standing question: who’s faster behind the wheel? The Fight Club star opened up about his friendly rivalry with Cruise, revealing whether the Top Gun legend actually beat him in a race.

And as for teaming up again, Pitt made it clear he’s open to it, but only under one very specific circumstance. The two Hollywood heavyweights haven’t worked together since Interview with the Vampire, but the door might not be shut just yet.

Brad Pitt’s all in for a Tom Cruise reunion, just minus the planes and stunts Brad Pitt in a still from F1 trailer | Credits: @Warner Bros/ YouTube

Brad Pitt’s back in the fast lane with F1, his upcoming racing drama directed by Top Gun: Maverick’s Joseph Kosinski.

Netflix debuted its new thriller film, Straw, on the platform last Friday, and the film has hit its stride with a legendary run of streaming success. Straw stars Taraji P. Henson and follows a single mother as she finds herself wandering down a path she never envisioned for herself, suddenly in the middle of suspicion in an indifferent world. Straw hit Netflix on June 6, and the film is still the most popular movie on the streamer, sitting at #1 at the time of writing. What makes this even more impressive is that the film has not been particularly well-received by critics or audiences. Straw currently sits at a “rotten” 50% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, and even the audience-driven Popcornmeter lands at a 74%.

Straw was written and directed by Tyler Perry, and it also stars Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Glynn Turman, and more. Perry will always be known for his work on the Madea franchise,...

The following contains major spoilers for Tyler Perry's Straw, now showing on Netflix.

Tyler Perry's latest film, Straw, is a hot topic among Netflix subscribers thanks to its emotionally gripping story centered around Taraji P. Henson's troubled protagonist. The story takes a tragic turn at the end, with Henson revealing how "blown away" she was by the twist Perry saved for Straw's breathtaking closing stretch.

Speaking with Decider, Henson addressed the stunning end to Perry's Straw involving her character, Janiyah Wilkinson, and her sick daughter, Aria. Janiyah experiences the most hellish day imaginable, including being evicted from her home, fired from her day job at a local supermarket, and seemingly losing her daughter to child protective services for providing insufficient care.

After a break-in at the supermarket, Janiyah kills the robber in self-defense, but also murders her boss after he calls the police, thinking she staged the robbery.

The “Streaming Wars” have been the focus of the TV industry for the past half decade as the big platforms duke it out. And in the Samba TV Weekly Wrap Report looking at household-level weekly streaming viewership, we’ve seen how the platforms wrestle and volley for their placement in the top 10. However, one player in particular has been the one to beat for the top spot: HBO Max.

The Warner Bros. Discovery streaming platform has held the top spot on our streaming chart for most of the past 12 months, thanks to titles like “House of the Dragon,” “The Penguin,” “Dune: Prophecy,” “The White Lotus,” and, most recently, “The Last of Us.”

This week, however, Max vacates the top spot for the first time in nearly four months, due in large part to the absence of a new Sunday night series to grab the baton from the recently completed “The Last of Us.

Warning: Major spoilers for StrawTaraji P. Henson addresses the surprise daughter twist in Tyler Perry's Straw. Written and directed by Perry, Netflix's new psychological crime drama stars Henson as Janiyah, a single mother caring for her chronically ill daughter, Aria (Gabby Jackson), who must deal with a series of unfortunate events that cause her to come into conflict with the law. Straw's ending reveals that Aria actually passed away the night before, and a flashback shows that Janiyah had only been hallucinating her presence the entire day.

In an interview with Decider, Henson addressed Straw's daughter twist, saying she was genuinely surprised by it when first reading the script. She went on to say that her daughter's death explains Janiyah's detached behavior, showing she had mentally "snapped" the day before and was functioning on autopilot in denial. Read her full comments below:

I wasn’t either! When I was reading it,...

Tyler Perry's new Netflix film Straw is enjoying a successful run on the streaming service, thanks to its heartwrenching story. However, while audiences seem willing to give the harrowing drama a chance, critics appear to be unsympathetic toward it.

Per Rotten Tomatoes, Straw has a "rotten" 46% critical rating on the popular review aggregator -- in line with the scores critics have been giving most of Perry's Netflix films. However, audiences disagree with the critical assessments, giving the Taraji P. Henson-led effort a 75% audience score... which makes Straw one of his highest-rated movies on Rotten Tomatoes.

The latest film released by Perry as a part of his extensive deal with Netflix, Straw sees Henson portray Janiyah Wilkinson, a down-on-her-luck single mother living in a run-down apartment with her ailing daughter, Aria. Janiyah has an unimaginably bad day as she faces eviction from her home, is fired from her day job at a local supermarket,...

Celebrity Family Feud season 11 features a galaxy of superstars competing in the classic game show for their favorite charities, including two American Idol icons. Hosted by Steve Harvey, Celebrity Family Feud premiered in 2008 on NBC, but later moved to ABC in 2015. In the past, American Idol alums including Kellie Pickler, Kelly Clarkson, Scotty McCreery, Katharine McPhee, and Clay Aiken, have competed on the show.

Celebrity Family Feud season 11 features a galaxy of superstars competing in the classic game show for their favorite charities, including two American Idol icons.

In a press release, ABC announced that American Idol legends Jennifer Hudson and Fantasia Barrino will appear on the show, but they won't be competing against each other. Instead, Jennifer's team will take on Taraji P. Henson's squad, while Fantasia and her group will go head-to-head with Patti Labelle's team.

In addition, Celebrity Family Feud season 11 will feature match-ups between other fan favorites,...

Do you need help finding the best shows on Netflix and avoiding the stinkers? Here is your easy way to find out what to watch and what to miss. It’s time again to reveal the top five most-viewed movies and shows across the US for the week ending June 8.

Tudum has been updated, and we can share those two top five lists with you. Or, if you want to get ahead of everyone else, then check out what's new on Netflix this week.

Last week, it was a chunk of old movies that had people watching. That comes with a warning: while some are good family fun, one was rated as a bit of a stinker by many, so you may want to consider it a miss. Look out instead for a brand new and tense movie just released on the platform.

The top five most-viewed shows go in the opposite direction.

This article contains major spoilers for Netflix's Straw.Tyler Perry speaks about whether Straw is based on a true story. The Netflix drama thriller tells the story of a single mom who has a horrifically bad day that triggers a series of events that lead to her breaking point. The movie is written and directed by Perry and is part of a multi-film deal between the streamer and the creator. Straw's cast is led by Taraji P. Henson and features a supporting cast including Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Ashley Versher, Rockmond Dunbar, and Mike Merrill.

Speaking with Extra TV, Perry acknowledged whether Straw is based on a true story. While the film is not directly based on one person's experience, he revealed that its plot is inspired by people who are regularly "not being acknowledged [and] not being represented." He felt that part of it reflected his own life...

Nearly five years after suffering a major stroke, Sinbad has returned to acting with his with a role in Tyler Perry’s film Straw.

Straw is a thriller film directed by Perry that debuted on Netflix on June 6th, starring Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Rockmond Dunbar, Glynn Turman, and more. In it, Sinbad portrays Benny, the sympathetic neighbor of the protagonist Janiyah (Henson).

It marks the comedian’s first major on-screen appearance since prior to suffering a stroke in October 2020, which was followed by nine months in the hospital re-learning how to walk. In March 2024, he made his first public appearance after the incident, appearing with his former co-stars from A Different World for a virtual reunion event, and posting a statement to Instagram thanking well-wishers for their support.

In that same Instagram statement, Sinbad told fans to “expect to see more of me soon.” Now, he’s returned,...

Tyler Perry’s Straw Rises To Netflix No. 1 Despite Mixed Reviews (Photo Credit – Netflix)

Netflix has found another global success with Straw, the new psychological thriller from Tyler Perry, starring Taraji P. Henson. The film, despite its lukewarm 46% score on Rotten Tomatoes, has taken the No. 1 spot on the platform’s Global Top 10 list and pulled in over 25 million views and more than 45 million hours watched in its debut week.

What Is Straw About on Netflix

The film follows Janiyah, a single mother played by Henson, who is caught in a downward spiral while caring for her chronically ill daughter, Aria. After a string of incidents upends her life, she finds herself tangled in a web of legal trouble and desperate decisions.

Perry has handled the writing, direction, and production of the movie with a cast that includes Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Rockmond Dunbar, Mike Merrill, Ashley Versher, and...

Ginny & Georgia. (L to R) Brianne Howey as Georgia Miller, Antonia Gentry as Ginny Miller in episode 307 of Ginny & Georgia. Cr. Amanda Matlovich/Netflix © 2025 The week of June 2nd brought some massive hits to the streaming charts, with psychological thrillers and beloved family dramas taking center stage! If you’re wondering what everyone was binge-watching, look no further. Leading the charge on the English film charts was Tyler Perry’s psychological thriller, Straw. This intense film about a woman pushed to her breaking point debuted at an impressive No. 1 with 25.3 million views. Audiences and critics alike couldn’t stop praising Taraji P. Henson’s raw and emotional performance as a single mother navigating crisis after crisis. Meanwhile, the mother-daughter duo from Ginny & Georgia absolutely owned the English TV charts, with all three seasons landing in the Top 10! After last season’s cliffhanger, Season 3 debuted at No. 1 with 17.6 million views,...