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The following contains major spoilers from NCIS: Origins Season 1, Episode 14, "To Have and To Hold," which debuted Monday, March 23 on CBS. It also contains discussion of pregnancy loss.

NCIS: Origins Season 1, Episode 14, "To Have and To Hold" is one of the best episodes of the season -- even if Leroy Jethro Gibbs is hardly in it. The CBS prequel also been telling the origin stories of all the Nis team members, not just Gibbs, and this time it's Mary Jo Hayes' turn in the spotlight. Actor Tyla Abercrumbie rises to the occasion, showing an emotional side of Mary Jo that viewers rarely get to see as they fall in love with her all over again.

"To Have and to Hold" does have a case to close, involving the disappearance of a Marine wife. But that becomes almost secondary to Mary Jo's personal life, as her estranged husband Marcus files for divorce.

“NCIS: Origins” delivered a solid dose of mystery and personal drama this week with “To Have and to Hold.” The case du jour? A missing person with a twist. Master Sergeant Joshua Dane reported his wife, Sarah, missing, but Sarah wasn’t your average housewife. Fresh out of prison after serving three years for defrauding her […]

NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 14 Recap: “To Have and to Hold”...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 14 “To Have and to Hold.”] NCIS: Origins reveals Mary Jo’s (Tyla Abercrumbie) heartbreak in the March 24 episode. It all stems from Mary Jo’s husband, Marcus (Guy Lockard), sending her divorce papers. Their marriage had been over for years, but they never made it official. They just grew apart, is all she tells Lala (Mariel Molino), who offers to have her sister look over the papers, and Vera (Diany Rodriguez). To Mary Jo’s shock, Marcus is asking for almost half of everything. But that’s all on his lawyer, he insists when she goes to see him; he didn’t ask for anything. She admits she’s not upset about the papers, but she just doesn’t want to forget. A flashback reveals what she means: the baby they lost and whose name is written on the wall of what’s now just her...

This week on CBS’ NCIS: Origins, viewers got to know a lot more about Field Operation Support Officer Mary Jo Hayes — both on a professional and a personal level.

Running Nis’ Camp Pendleton office as the “Hsic” (Head Secretary in Charge), Mary Jo was shown to have keenly absorbed over the years how the Special Agents (namely, Mike Franks) think. She has developed a second sense about when a witness or Poi will be brought back in for questioning, and how to keep opposing parties from sharing the same waiting area air. We saw her labor to impart a fraction...

You know how some people say be careful what you wish for? Well, the NCIS: Origins writers apparently have excellent hearing and an interesting sense of humor.

Many of us viewers have been clamoring for more character development, particularly from a high-heel-wearing Nis administrative agent.

It’s doubtful anyone could have expected NCIS: Origins to become the show it has, but the series has made monumental strides toward distinguishing itself from other police procedurals.

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Namely, the show has found a way to balance episodic storytelling with pockets of character arcs that keep each episode fresh and exciting with new drama.

On the surface, it seemed like NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 14 was your run-of-the-mill spotlight episode to flesh out another supporting character, but it was so much more than that.

Tyla Abercrumbie Did Not Waste a Moment to Showcase Her Incredible Talents on NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 14

For the most part,...

CBS is scheduled to serve up the next, new episode 14 of NCIS: Origins' current, premiere season 1 tonight, March 24, 2025, and it will feature an investment advisor turning up dead and more. CBS' official episode 14 press release information is telling us that the writers decided to title this episode, "To Have and to Hold." This episode will feature the team, Mary Jo and more in action. The first spoiler scoop reveals the details about the dead investment avisor that we mentioned earlier in this article. This investment advisor will just get released from prison just before she turns up dead. This tragedy will prompt the team to get to work on it with an intense investigation. A second and last spoiler scoop for this new episode 14 is telling us that a very surprising development will pop up in Mary Jo's personal life.

The impression given of Mary Jo Hayes (Tyla Abercrumbie) by NCIS: Origins is that of an industrious and caring woman. Viewers have only gotten small glimpses into her life outside of work, leaving a mystery about her. NCIS: Origins Season 1, Episode 14, "To Have and To Hold," peels back the layers into the character and explores a part of her life that most people, her coworkers included, could have never known. In the March 24 episode, "The team works the case of an investment advisor found dead shortly after her release from prison. Also, Mary Jo is left reeling by an unexpected development in her personal life." It begins with a legal step when she's served papers that shake her to the core. Abercrumbie collaborated with showrunners Gina Lucita Monreal and David J North. "There was a lot that surprised me in this script," she told TV Line. She discussed the collaborator that birthed this episode,...

NCIS: Origins fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 1 Episode 14 episode titled To Have and To Hold!

Find out everything you need to know about the To Have and To Hold episode of NCIS: Origins, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

NCIS: Origins To Have and To Hold Season 1 Episode 14 Preview

The upcoming episode of “NCIS: Origins,” titled “To Have and To Hold,” is set to air on CBS at 10:00 Pm on March 24, 2025. This episode promises to dive deeper into the early days of Leroy Jethro Gibbs as he embarks on his journey as a special agent at the newly established NCIS office in Camp Pendleton.

In this episode, viewers will see Gibbs navigating the challenges of his new role. The storyline captures the essence of a young agent trying to find his footing within...

The excitement builds as “NCIS: Origins” prepares to air its Season 1 Episode 14, titled “To Have and To Hold.” This episode follows a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, who is just starting his journey as a special agent at the newly established NCIS office in Camp Pendleton. Fans of the series are eager to see how Gibbs, played by a talented actor, begins to carve out his identity within the agency.

In this episode, Gibbs finds himself navigating the challenges of being part of a gritty and unconventional team led by the legendary Mike Franks. The dynamic between Gibbs and Franks is sure to provide viewers with some memorable moments, showcasing the mentor-mentee relationship that is crucial to Gibbs’ development. As they tackle a new case, the stakes are high, and the tension will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

The backdrop of Camp Pendleton adds an extra layer of authenticity to the story,...

Acorn TV has announced the titles that will be available on the AMC-owned streaming service in September 2024. The Acorn TV September 2024 slate adds to the service’s various acclaimed English and foreign-language dramas, engaging comedies, documentaries, and more.

The September schedule includes new episodes of Under the Vines Season 3, Candice Renoir Season 10, The Long Shadow, and more.

Under the Vines Season 3 Acorn TV September 2024 Highlights

Under the Vines Season 3 (Acorn TV Original Series) – New Episodes Premiere Every Monday Until the Season Finale on September 16

Former Sydney socialite Daisy Monroe (Rebecca Gibney) and ex-London lawyer Louis Oakley (Charles Edwards) continue to run a small vineyard in New Zealand while navigating their complicated love lives. Six months after we last saw them, Daisy and Louis are trying to oust William, the mysterious stranger who arrived at the end of season two claiming half of Oakley.

But it seems the annoying shanty...

As movies and TV shows have become the dominant mode of superhero storytelling, some comic writers have crossed mediums with the characters they pen. Allan Heinberg wrote a brief run on "Wonder Woman" and years later wrote the screenplay for the 2017 "Wonder Woman" movie. Brian Michael Bendis, the defining Marvel Comics writer of the 2000s, sat on Marvel Studios' now-disbanded "creative committee." James Gunn, as the co-head of DC Studios, has brought writer Tom King into the fold.

"Deadpool & Wolverine," which brings the 20th Century Fox side of Marvel into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is the latest example of this; one of the movie's five credited co-writers is Zeb Wells, who also wrote an episode of "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law." For some Marvel Comic fans, however, his name lives in infamy.

Now, Wells' "X-Men" related work is well-regarded. The 18-issue series "Hellions" was like a mutant version of "Suicide Squad...

Jasmine and Gino are a troubled couple on 90 Day Fiancé season 10, returning to the show with trust issues as they hope to tie the knot. Rob and Sophie, another couple on the show, have different lifestyles and struggle with compatibility due to their age and career differences. Citra and Sam, a family-oriented Indonesian content creator and her Missouri-native fiancé, will make their debut midway through season 10, facing challenges with Citra's strict father's guidelines.

Citra and Sam Wilson will join the 90 Day Fiancé season 10 halfway through. The reality TV series has always been pretty dramatic, and the same is true for its current season. It features some of the wildest pairs with troubled relationships that are interesting to watch. Jasmine Pineda and Gino Palazzolo are two of the most popular cast members on 90 Day Fiancé season 10. The two first appeared in the franchise in 2022 and have since become...

This Sunday on TLC, fans of “90 Day Fiancé” are in for a treat with the Season 10 episode titled “Pillow Talk: To Have and To Hold.” Airing at 11:02 Pm on December 3, 2023, the show invites viewers to an intimate gathering as their favorite 90 Day couples, including Bilal and Shaeeda, Emily and Kobe, Robert and Anny, and Patrick and John, come together to share their unfiltered reactions.

The episode promises an entertaining night as the cast watches the latest developments unfold on “90 Day Fiancé.” With no filters and no holding back, viewers can expect candid commentary, laughter, and genuine reactions from the couples as they witness the drama, love, and unexpected twists that the show is known for.

“Pillow Talk: To Have and To Hold” is a must-watch for fans craving a more personal and humorous take on the 90 Day journey. Join the cast in their homes for a night...

In an exclusive first look at the upcoming episode, “First Look: To Have and To Hold,” from Season 10 of “90 Day Fiancé,” scheduled to air at 10:00 Pm on Friday, December 1, 2023, on TLC, viewers can expect a sneak peek into the evolving dynamics of the featured couples. The preview promises revelations and conflicts that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Nikki discovers a shocking revelation about Justin’s past, adding an unexpected twist to their relationship. Meanwhile, Sophie unveils a secret that could potentially impact her connection with her partner. Financial disagreements come to the forefront as Manuel and Ashley grapple with differing views on their monetary matters.

Devin and Nick’s relationship faces scrutiny from Devin’s family, questioning the significance of Nick’s nickname for her. Additionally, Citra and Sam navigate the challenges posed by Citra’s father, who sets strict guidelines for their journey.

Sufjan Stevens returns with his first solo album in three years as the singer-songwriter will release Javelin in October.

Ahead of Javelin’s October 6 release, Stevens has shared the LP’s first single, the atmospheric piano ballad “So You Are Tired”:

Stevens recorded Javelin — his first proper solo LP since 2020’s The Ascension, and touted as his first record in “singer-songwriter mode” since 2015’s acclaimed Carrie & Lowell — at his home studio with a small circle of collaborators, include a quintet of background singers — adrienne maree brown, Hannah Cohen, Pauline Delassus,...

Sufjan Stevens has announced his new album, Javelin, due out October 6th. As a preview, he’s shared its the first single, “So You Are Tired.”

Javelin was recorded almost entirely by Stevens himself, but includes contributions from The National’s Bryce Dessner and vocalists adrienne maree brown, Hannah Cohen, Pauline de Lassus (aka Mina Tindle), Megan Lui, and Nedelle Torrisi. The 10-track project notably concludes with a cover of Neil Young’s “Thereʼs a World” from his 1972 classic Harvest. The physical release will also be include a 48-page book featuring artwork by Stevens as well as 10 short essays giving insights into the songs.

The album’s first single “So You Are Tired” marks a major shift back to the scaled-down, acoustic instrumentation reminiscent of 2015’s Carrie & Lowell in lieu of Stevens’ more recent electronic offerings like 2020’s The Ascension and 2021’s five-volume ambient project Convocations. The song proves that...

NBC has revealed the identities of the 11 participants who will take the stage during “American Song Contest” Week 2, and some of them are names you’ve heard of before. Macy Gray, a Grammy winner for “I Try,” and Jordan Smith, the champion of “The Voice” Season 9, are two of the contestants on deck for the Monday, March 28 episode, which airs from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the peacock network.

Here is the complete list for the Week 2 Qualifiers round of “American Song Contest”:

Almira Zaky (Virginia)

Broderick Jones (Kansas)

Chloe Fredericks (North Dakota)

courtship. (Oregon)

Cruz Rock (U.S. Virgin Islands)

Enisa (New York)

Jocelyn (Nebraska)

Jonah Prill (Montana)

Jordan Smith (Kentucky)

King Kyote (Maine)

Macy Gray (Ohio)

It’s state vs. state competing for your vote! NBC’s #AmericanSongContest is Live Mondays 8/7c. pic.twitter.com/8eCeNsNLsr

— NBC Entertainment (@nbc) March 24, 2022

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“American Song Contest” kicked off its premiere season on Monday, March 21 with hosts Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg. Episode 1 of the NBC reality TV competition showcased the first 11 qualifiers hoping to reach the semi-finals. So which state or region outshined the rest? Below, read our rankings for Season 1 Episode 1 from worst to best.

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Representatives from each of the 50 states, five US territories and the District of Columbia will take part in this round-robin tournament to find the best original song in America.

Each locale will be showcased with an original song that will be performed by a home-grown talent, be it a solo singer, duet or band. There will be three rounds: the first five weeks will be qualifiers followed by two semi-finals and the final. Voting will be by both fans and “a jury of music industry professional.”

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Apparently “American Song Contest” saved the best for last, as the 56 jury members voted at the end of the season premiere to advance Hueston, the final performer of the night, to the semi-finals. Thanks to his emotional ballad “Held on Too Long,” the Rhode Island native was able to beat out several other big name singers, including Connecticut’s Michael Bolton (“Beautiful World”). Watch Hueston perform “Held on Too Long” in NBC’s video above.

If you’re confused by the show’s complicated voting methods, you’re not alone. At the end of the night, 56 industry professionals from each state/territory ranked all 11 performances from best to worst (though these jurists were ineligible to vote for their own state/territory). Hueston ranked the highest, so he received a free pass to the semi-finals. Three other participants will be voted on a by a mix of the audience vote and the jury vote.

The first episode of “American Song Contest” is in the books, and fans are still talking about Michael Bolton‘s debut performance of “Beautiful World.” The new single is in the running to be named Best Original Song in the finale of NBC’s reality TV show. But before we get too far ahead of ourselves, this two-time Grammy winner for “When A Man Loves A Woman” and “How Am I Supposed To Live Without You” first has to earn the votes of the audience and jury members. Above, watch Bolton’s performance of “Beautiful World,” complete with a gospel choir.

SEEHow to vote for ‘American Song Contest’

Bolton, who represents Connecticut, is by far one of the most famous participants to take part in Season 1 of this “Eurovision Song Contest” spin-off for NBC. Other big-name celebs include Jewel (Alaska), Jordan Smith (Kentucky), Sisqo (Maryland), The Crystal Method (Nevada) and...

“American Song Contest” is a new NBC reality series modelled on the Eurovision Song Contest, which began modestly in 1956 with seven countries and now boasts a roster of forty-four countries and a worldwide audience of 200 million viewers.

Representatives of each of the 50 states, five US territories and the District of Columbia will take part in this round-robin tournament to find the best original song in America.

Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg are the hosts and executive producers of “American Song Contest,” which kicks off on March 21. There will be three rounds: the first five weeks will be qualifiers followed by two semi-finals and the final. Voting will be by both fans and a jury of music industry professionals.

Each locale will be showcased with an original song that will be performed by a home-grown talent, be it a solo singer, duet or band. Some of the participants are already well-known...

Never lose yourself in another person. You never know how long it'll take to find yourself again. It'll save everyone a boatload of heartache.

After the unexpectedly good Tempting Fate, Lifetime's Book-to-Screen movies continued with the second movie in the Jane Green series, To Have and to Hold.

Let's get it out of the way now. If you're anything like me, this movie already had you for the sole fact that it starred the timeless beauty and talent that is Erika Christensen.

To echo what Antonio Cupo (Joe) said in TV Fanatic's exclusive interview with him, how can anyone step out on such an angel?

But alas, that's the case with Gigolo Joe who couldn't keep his pants zipped. It's a tale as old as time.

Related: Blood & Treasure's Antonio Cupo on Playing a Bad Boy on Lifetime's To Have and to Hold, & More!

A girl has the...

On Saturday, June 22, Lifetime will premiere the second of the book-to-screen Jane Green trilogy, To Have and to Hold.

Erika Christensen stars as a budding chef who tosses her career aside for a romantic love that promises a future of joy and family. With her two best friends concerned she's making the right decision, she plunges head first into her new life with husband, Joe, at her side. 

Antonio Cupo plays Joe, the man for whom Alice risks everything. If you guess she's going to be disappointed, you aren't far off. Find out what Cupo has to say about his role in the film and a few nuggets about Blood & Treasure, too.

What do you enjoy the most about doing movies for television?

I would probably say for me, it's ... I've always been involved in acting, theater, and such, and just being able to do that for work. I mean,...

Last week, Women In Film, Los Angeles celebrated outstanding women in the entertainment industry with the 2019 Women In Film Annual Gala presented by Max Mara with additional support from Delta Air Lines and Lexus.

Amy Poehler and Natasha Lyonne

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Formerly named the Crystal + Lucy Awards, the Women In Film Annual Gala supports Wif La’s educational and philanthropic programs and its advocacy for gender parity for women throughout the industry. The evening, hosted by actress Xosha Roquemore, was held at The Beverly Hilton.

This year’s Women In Film Annual Gala recognized women whose entrepreneurial strides are creating opportunities for more women to succeed in careers in the screen industries. The 2019 Women In Film Annual Gala honored Amy Poehler with The Women In Film Entrepreneur in Entertainment Award presented to her by Natasha Lyonne; Issa Rae with The Women In Film Emerging...