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Exclusive: Jb Smoove has returned to UTA as a client in all areas after a two-year stint at CAA. The actor, comedian, producer and writer had been at UTA for almost nine years before departing in fall 2023.

Best known for his role as Leon Black in HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm, Smoove won an Outstanding Actor In A Short Form Comedy Or Drama Series Emmy in 2021 for Mapleworth Murders.

His additional series credits include Hulu’s History of the World, Part II, Netflix’s Blockbuster, TBS’ The Last O.G. alongside Tracy Morgan and Tiffany Haddish; along with BET+’s Real Husbands of Hollywood. His voiceover work includes Hulu’s live-action/animated show Woke; Netflix’s Good Times: Black Again, Prime Video’s Fairfax; and HBO Max’s Harley Quinn.

Smoove began his career in 1999 with a recurring role on MTV’s The Lyricist Lounge Show and had featured guest spots...

Exclusive: Stand-up comic Samuel J. Comroe is set to debut his first full-length special, Don’t Blink, on YouTube today, Deadline has learned.

Don’t Blink is described as a mix of sharp material and crowd work that sees Comroe handling hecklers, with someone going so far as to charge the stage in the middle of the taping. From living with Tourette Syndrome to life as a father, nothing is off limits. You’ll be able to stream the special at this link today at 12 p.m.

A Los Angeles native who performs at over 100 clubs and colleges annually, Comroe’s comedy addresses the trials and tribulations of living with Tourette Syndrome since being diagnosed at age six, alongside other observational material based on his life experiences. The comic made his TV debut on TBS’ Conan and has also appeared on BET’s Real Husbands of Hollywood with Kevin Hart. In addition to his TV appearances,...

OWN has released the trailer for its new docuseries, Heart & Hustle: Houston, which premieres on Saturday, August 2, at 9 p.m. Et/Pt.

The new series follows a group of Black women thriving in the heart of Houston, Texas. The logline for the show describes the women “redefining what it means to be a boss, a wife, and a mother while navigating entrepreneurial life plus a labyrinth of unique daily challenges.”

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Alaina Saulsberry is known as “H-Town’s Glam Girl,” Chloe Cook is “The Straight Shooter,” La’Torria Lemon is “The Hopeless Romantic,” LeBrina Jackson is “The Southern Belle,” Muneera Page is “Mrs. Perfect,” and Roe Pichardo is the “Nightlife Queen.”

“Heart & Hustle: Houston brings a fresh, dynamic perspective—one that centers Black women not just in conflict, but in community, healing, and growth. It’s a powerful look at ambition,...

Popularly known for his role as Jay Pritchett in Modern Family, Ed O’Neill has been a consistently notable presence in Hollywood. The Emmy-nominated actor has impressed not only with his performances in iconic roles on TV but also on the big screen.

However, the 79-year-old actor’s versatile career spans far beyond the ABC sitcom. Time and time again, he has proved the notion with his undeniable comedic talent and dramatic performances, cementing his status as a television legend.

Throughout his decades-long career, he has dipped his toes in everything from cop dramas to whimsical fantasies. Whether you’re craving laughs, drama, or nostalgia, there’s plenty of Ed O’Neill shows beyond the Dunphy-Pritchett clan.

10. Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013-2016) Real Husbands of Hollywood | Credit: BET

Co-created by Kevin Hart and Chris Spencer, Real Husbands of Hollywood is a parody of the popular reality TV show The Real Housewives...

Jesse Collins Entertainment is sticking with the Emmys. The shingle, which earned high marks for its role in producing an unprecedented two Emmy telecasts in 2024, has signed on to once again helm the 77th Emmys. This year’s event is set to air live on CBS (and stream on Paramount+) on Sunday, Sept. 14, live from the Peacock Theatre in downtown Los Angeles.

Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay of Jesse Collins Entertainment are all back as executive producers of the 77th Emmys, which will be hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze (as announced last week). Television Academy chair Cris Abrego announced the news on Wednesday.

“We’re thrilled to be partnering again with the talented team at Jesse Collins Entertainment,” Abrego said in a statement. “Jesse, Dionne and Jeannae are terrific collaborators who have now produced two exceptionally creative, innovative and entertaining Emmy broadcasts, and we’re excited about their...

Exclusive: Christopher Gorham and Michele Weaver have joined the cast of CBS’ Fire Country spinoff series Sheriff Country, led by Morena Baccarin.

CBS ordered Sheriff Country to series for the 2025-26 broadcast season. The series is produced by CBS Studios, as is the mothership series.

Sheriff Country follows straight-shooting sheriff Mickey Fox (Baccarin), the stepsister of Cal Fire’s division chief Sharon Leone (Diane Farr of Fire Country), who investigates criminal activity as she patrols the streets of small-town Edgewater while contending with her ex-con father and a mysterious incident involving her wayward daughter.

In series regular roles, Gorham will star as Travis, a lawyer and Sheriff Mickey Fox’s ex-husband. Together, they have a daughter, Skye, whom they’ve helped through addiction struggles. Despite their many differences, Travis and Mickey might still harbor feelings for each other.

Weaver will star as Cassidy,...

Kevin Hart is set to host the 2025 BET Awards.

The Emmy-winning superstar actor, comedian and mogul will emcee this year’s 25th anniversary awards show, which is set to air live at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on BET on Monday, June 9 from the Peacock Theater in L.A.

“I love a celebration! It’s a chance to reflect, cherish, and honor life’s unforgettable moments,” Hart said in a statement. “I’m truly honored to host the 25th BET Awards and celebrate the culture’s biggest night. This year marks the 25th anniversary, and my partners at Hartbeat, BET, and Jce are pulling out all the stops to make it a night to remember. It’s a black-tie affair, and you’re all invited. Tune in live on June 9th, only on BET.”

This year’s BET Awards, which the network refers to as “culture’s biggest nightm” will recognize...

Born in Florida and raised to be a churchgoer, Faith Evans was known to have sharpened her musical skills in the hymns and harmonies of the religious choir. Later on, as her vocal qualities overpowered the ordinary, Evans found her ticket to success as she relocated to Los Angeles to embark on her musical journey.

Musician Faith Evans | image: Instagram/@therealfaithevans

Soon, she was not only signed as the first female artist by Sean “P Diddy” Combs, but her musical journey also brought her close to her late husband, Notorious B.I.G. Faith Evans had once enjoyed her peak success until the early 2000s. However, she has now become obscure. So, let’s check out her current net worth and how the singer has been making ends meet.

What is Faith Evans’ net worth as of 2025?

Faith Evans, the Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and record producer, has had a career...

One month into Donald Trump’s second term, not a lot of people can follow Kamala Harris at the NAACP Image Awards, but Dave Chappelle can and did Saturday night.

Receiving the President’s Award during Saturday’s 56th NAACP Image Awards not long after the former Vice President was given the Chairman’s Award, the 2019 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor recipient put his honor and the venerated organization itself in the sharpest context and held it all together masterfully with a sharp streaming zinger.

“You know, look, I won a lot of awards recently, but this one tonight is probably the most special award I’ve ever gotten, because it’s from this institution that represents these people, us, people of color, black people,” he began.

“My god brother is here tonight, Ben Jealous,” Chappelle told a packed Pasadena Civic Auditorium. “Ben used to be the president of the NAACP,...

Laila Ali is a world-class athlete, fitness & wellness expert, cooking enthusiast, founder of the Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand and mother of two toddler-aged children. In addition to her latest work as a cast member of NBC’s highly touted reality program “Stars Earn Stripes” where she competed to raise money for a charity that supports veterans and their children, Laila is currently the host of “Everyday Health” airing nationwide on ABC, and former co-host of “American Gladiators.” Laila also authored and published a motivational book for young women titled “Reach!”. She has appeared in various cooking segments on Rachael Ray, as well as Food Network’s “Emeril,” “Paula Dean” and “Chopped All-Stars” with tasty recipes geared towards a healthy, active lifestyle. In 2007 she captured the hearts of millions and made it to the final round of the fourth season of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.” She’s also appeared...

Art Evans, the actor who appeared in Die Hard 2, A Soldier’s Story and so many more movies and TV shows beginning in the 1970s, has passed away at the age of 82. The cause of death was diabetes.

Art Evans had well over 100 credits to his name, normally playing smaller roles. One of these key ones was in Die Hard 2, in which he played an air traffic controller who aids in John McClane’s latest fight against terrorists. Another came in 1984 with A Soldier’s Story, co-starring alongside Howard E. Rollins Jr. and Adolph Caesar as an army private. While Caesar would end up receiving the bulk of the attention (receiving Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations), Evans was also making his own mark.

Art Evans got his career started the previous decade — after time studying theater and on the stage — earning his first credit on sitcom Chico and the Man.

Art Evans, the actor best known for his role as Leslie Barnes in Die Hard 2, has died. He was 82.

Evans died “peacefully in his sleep” surrounded by family on Dec. 21, a rep told The Hollywood Reporter.

“We are heartbroken to share that Art has passed away,” said his wife, Babe Evans. “Please respect our privacy at this time. A memorial will be held for friends and family to attend at a later date. Thank you.”

Evans’ Leslie Barnes is an air traffic control tower employee who helps Bruce Willis’ John McClane stop terrorists. In addition to the Die Hard installment, the actor also appeared alongside Denzel Washington and Adolph Ceasar in 1984’s A Soldier’s Story as Private James Wilkie.

During his career, Evans amassed more than 120 credits. On the big screen, Evans als appeared in films such as Christine, Big Time, Youngblood, National Lampoon’s Class Reunion, Fright Night, School Daze,...

Art Evans, who was best known for roles in Die Hard 2, Fright Night, and A Soldier’s Story, has died at the age of 82. It was announced that the actor passed away on December 21 after a career spanning five decades, and a legacy of over 120 appearances. Evans was said to have “passed away peacefully,” although a cause of death was not disclosed.

In a statement published by Variety, Evans’ wife, Babe, said:

“We are heartbroken to share that Art has passed away. Please respect our privacy at this time. A memorial will be held for friends and family to attend at a later date. Thank you.”

Evans was born in 1941, in Berkeley, California, and began his long career working on stage. He transitioned to films and TV in the early 1970s, taking on a number of smaller supporting roles. He soon became a constant presence in Hollywood. One of his...

Exclusive: Emmy winner Jb Smoove (Curb Your Enthusiasm) is set to produce a comedic animated series based on the video game High On Life.

The actor, who launched his production outfit Alternate Side Productions last year, hasn’t officially been cast in the development project but we hear there’s a good chance he will.

High On Life is a comedic first-person shooter game with action-adventure and Metroidvania elements. It takes place in a science fiction world which features talking guns and sees humanity’s fate in jeopardy after an alien cartel discovers that humans are the most potent drug in the cosmos. Smoove is one of the key voice cast in the video game, which has also featured the voices of Jack Black, Susan Sarandon and Thomas Middleditch.

The development is underway between Alternate and Squanch Games and Striker Entertainment. Alternate Side Productions will serve as executive producers with...

Erica Ash, best known for her role on BET’s Real Husbands of Hollywood and Survivor’s Remorse, has passed away at the age of 46.

The actress’s death was confirmed by her mother in a statement to CNN, revealing that Ash succumbed to a “long and courageous battle with cancer” on Sunday.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, and friend Erica Chantal Ash,” her mother, Diann Ash, shared.

“Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor, and genuine zest for life. Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”

Ash was active on social media in January but had not shared any posts in several months leading up to her untimely death.

The actress has received numerous tributes from her fans and colleagues.

Erica Ash starred in several television and movie roles

Ash enjoyed a prolific career in comedy,...

Erica Ash, the actress whose sharp wit and comedic timing landed her on famed sketch-comedy show Mad TV and Starz dramedy Survivor’s Remorse, has died at the age of 46.

The star died on Sunday following a battle with cancer, her publicist told The Hollywood Reporter.

“Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor and genuine zest for life,” the star’s family said in a statement. “Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”

Ash gained recognition during the mid-2000s,...

Sketch comedy actress Erica Ash has died at 46 years old from cancer, TheWrap has learned.

The comedian was known for her roles in “Survivor’s Remorse,” “Mad TV,” “Scary Movie 5,” “Real Husbands of Hollywood,” “In Contempt” and “The Big Gay Sketch Show,” to name a few. Her death was confirmed by her mother, Diann.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister and friend Erica Chantal Ash (1977-2024). After a long and courageous battle with cancer, she transitioned peacefully surrounded by her loved ones,” Diann shared with TheWrap on Monday in a statement from the family.

“Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor and genuine zest for life. Her memory will live eternally in our hearts,” Diann continued. “In honor of Erica’s memory, the family asks that any donations be made to the Susan G.

Actress Erica Ash, best known for her roles in Survivor’s Remorse and Real Husbands of Hollywood, has died at the age of 46. A cause of death has not been revealed. Ash’s family confirmed her death to Deadline: “Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor, and genuine zest for life,” her family said in a statement. “Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.” The actress got her start on the Logo comedy show The Big Gay Sketch Show and in the Broadway production of The Lion King. She later joined the casts of MADtv, Real Husbands of Hollywood, and In Contempt. Ash also had film roles in Scary Movie V, Sister Code, Uncle Drew, and more. Her breakout role was in the Starz series Survivor’s Remorse, which ran from 2014 to 2017. She played M-Chuck alongside Jessie T. Usher, RonReaco Lee,...

Erica Ash, who played M-Chuck in the Starz drama “Survivor’s Remorse” and worked on shows like “MADtv,” died Monday of cancer. She was 46.

Ash’s family confirmed her death and her mother Diann paid tribute to her daughter with a statement that reads, “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, and friend Erica Chantal Ash (1977-2024). After a long and courageous battle with cancer, she transitioned peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor, and genuine zest for life. Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”

The comedian and actor also starred in shows like “The Big Gay Sketch Show,” and “In Contempt” throughout her career. Ash also guest starred on series like “A Black Lady Sketch Show,” “Family Reunion” and more.

In “Scary Movie V,” she played Kendra Brooks,...

Erica Ash, who spent two seasons on the Fox sketch comedy show Mad TV and also stood out on the BET reality spoof Real Husbands of Hollywood and the Starz comedy-drama Survivor’s Remorse, has died. She was 46.

Ash died Sunday in Los Angeles after a long battle with cancer, her publicist Elizabeth Much told The Hollywood Reporter.

“Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor and genuine zest for life,” her family said in a statement. “Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”

She also starred as the fierce public defender Gwen Sullivan on the 2018 BET drama In Contempt.

Ash first made an impression by starring on the first two seasons (2006-08) of Logo’s The Big Gay Sketch Show, produced by Rosie O’Donnell, and she appeared on the big screen in films including Scary Movie V (2013), Uncle Drew (2018), The Big Bend...

Erica Ash, who starred on the Starz dramedy Survivor’s Remorse and the BET series Real Husbands of Hollywood and In Contempt and appeared in dozens of other films and TV shows including Mad TV, has died. She was 46.

Her family confirmed that Ash died after a long cancer battle but didn’t not provide other details. “Erica was an amazing woman and talented entertainer who touched countless lives with her sharp wit, humor and genuine zest for life,” her family said in a statement. “Her memory will live eternally in our hearts.”

Born on September 19, 1977, in Florida, Ash broke out as a regular on the first two seasons of Logo’s The Big Gay Sketch Show in 2006-07 and then Fox’s Mad TV. Into the 2010s, she worked in films including Scary Movie V, Horror Noire, Sister Code, Kristy, two 2017 Christmas pics and the 2018 basketball comedy Uncle Drew, starring Kyrie Irving,...

Jesse Collins Entertainment is back for an Emmys encore. ABC and the Television Academy are set to announce that the production company has been tapped to serve as producers of this year’s 76th edition of the Primetime Emmy awards.

This past January, Jesse Collins Entertainment pulled off something rare: In a world where awards shows rarely get rave reviews, the company earned high marks for producing the 75th Emmys (which had been delayed due to the Hollywood strikes). Now, just a few months later, they’re ready for more.

“Jesse Collins Entertainment delivered a fresh, innovative and unforgettable celebration of Emmy’s 75th anniversary, and we are happy to be working with them again this year,” said Television Academy chair Cris Abrego. “We look forward to another extraordinary evening celebrating the rich and diverse television landscape, and honoring the remarkable people and programs shaping our industry.”

No host has been named as of yet,...

Khadijah Haqq's net worth has declined slightly due to a pause in her entertainment career after starting a family. Malika Haqq's net worth is around $600,000, boosted by her work in reality TV and mainstream projects. Both sisters, Khadijah and Malika, are focusing on family and growing their social media followings to increase their combined net worth.

The Kardashian-Jenner clan has been famous for years now. While reactions to their domination of the headlines are polarizing, there is no denying that they have figured out the winning formula to remain relevant. Kim Kardashian got the ball rolling, but Kylie Jenner might be the most famous one these days, or is it Kendall Jenner?

Associating with the family can mean big business, and this is how many people have come to know Khloe Kardashian's best friend, Malika Haqq. She and her sister, Khadijah Haqq, however, have been putting...

Tyler Perry’s forthcoming Netflix series Beauty in Black has found its central cast members — and several of them have already paid a visit to the Perry-verse.

Beauty in Black, which will span 16 hour-long episodes in its first season, centers on two women leading very different lives: While Kimmie is struggling to make a living after her mother kicked her out, Mallory is running a successful business, and the two find themselves entangled in each other’s lives.

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Draya Michele’s Net Worth Revealed. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Draya Michele, an American model, actress, and media personality, has been in the news recently after she announced her pregnancy. She is in a negative light because of the age difference between her and Green. From acting to owning fashion lines, Michele is a woman with different talents.

Michele and Green’s dating rumors started making the internet’s rounds last year after they were spotted together. The NBA star is twenty-two years old while Michele is 39, and due to this age gap, she has been accused of being a predator. Keep scrolling for more.

Draya, born Andraya Michele Howard, caught people’s attention while dating Chris Brown. She is known for being a part of the reality TV show Basketball Wives LA in 2011. Michele was in a relationship with NFL star Orlando Scandrick, a cornerback for 12 seasons. Michele shares a son with Orlando,...

Zack Snyder’s latest big-budget effects-driven feature, an awards contender from Todd Haynes, Bradley Cooper’s sensitive portrayal of an American icon, a beloved follow-up to an Aardman classic and the conclusion of The Crown are some of the highlights of a jam-packed December schedule on Netflix.

Haynes’ drama May December debuts on Netflix on Dec. 1. Loosely inspired by the story of Mary Kay Letourneau, the film, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival this year, is led by A-listers Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore and also stars Charles Melton, who was named best supporting actor by New York critics this week.

Sam Esmail’s feature Leave the World Behind is another heavyweight addition to Netflix in December. Starring Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali and Ethan Hawke, the psychological thriller tells the story of survival in a world on the brink of collapse. Written, directed and produced by Esmail, the film...

Exclusive: Producer Jesse Collins’ Emmy-winning eponymous Jesse Collins Entertainment has signed with CAA for representation.

Founded in 2012 by Collins, Jce is probably best known for producing awards shows and specials and will next produce the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards. It has previously produced The American Music Awards, BET Awards, Soul Train Awards, BET Hip Hop Awards, Black Girls Rock!, BET Honors, Uncf’s An Evening of Stars and ABFF Honors, and specials including The Super Bowl Halftime Show, The Light We Carry: Michelle Obama & Oprah Winfrey, A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop, Lil Rel Howery: I said it. Y’all thinking it., CNN’s Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom, Martin: The Reunion, John Lewis: Celebrating A Hero, Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration, Change Together: From The March On Washington To Today, A Grammy Salute to the Sounds of Change, Stand Up for Heroes, Dear Mama,...

Anyone who has been actually Keeping Up With The Kardashains knows who the Haqq sisters are. But to anyone unfamiliar, Khadijah Haqq and Malika Haqq are the long-term twin besties of Khloe Kardashain. The sisters gained a spotlight of their own by being a supportive and loyal friend to Khloe. Khadijah is the oldest of the twins. Although, she isn’t just Khloe’s sidekick but is also a successful career woman herself. She has had acting roles in Penny in Sky High, Veda in Atl, Mindy in School for Scoundrels, You People, Real Husbands of Hollywood, and 20 Years After. In 2015, she also took part in Kardashian spin-off series, Dash Dolls.

Exclusive: Leslie Small has been set to direct the buddy comedy Happy V-Day and actioner The Raid, under a two-picture deal with Winter State Entertainment. Prep on both titles is underway, with production dates to be set upon the resolution of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.

The deal speaks to the move back into narrative features that Winter State has undertaken, after pivoting to docs during the pandemic.

Written by Winter State principals Hamid and Camille Torabpour, Happy V-Day tells the story of two best friends who look to get vasectomies, at the behest of their wives, together confronting the horrors of “the snip.”

In the modern-day Western The Raid, news of Jesse James’ legendary treasure being found spreads quickly. In grand fashion, the treasure will be returned and displayed during the Jesse James Days festival in Northfield, Mn. However, Austin and his bandits have other plans, making off with...

Editor’s Note: This episode of Scene 2 Seen was taped before the July 14th start of the SAG-AFTRA strike.

Hello and welcome to the Scene 2 Seen podcast! I am Valerie Complex, and today we’re talking to director Chris Robinson about his latest directorial film, Shooting Stars.

An award-winning director and producer, Chris Robinson is known for his critically acclaimed body of work that defies genre and is constantly expanding. He and his production company, Robot Film Company, are known for their acclaimed storytelling centered around black voices and changing perspectives.

Robinson’s latest feature, Shooting Stars, the upcoming Peacock Original based on the book by LeBron James and the Pulitzer Prize winning author Buzz Bissinger, premiered on Friday, June 2. Shooting Stars is the inspiring origin story of a basketball superhero, revealing how LeBron James and his childhood friends become the #1 high school team in the country, launching James...

Last year, Jesse Collins won an Emmy. This year, he’s producing the Emmys. Fox and the Television Academy are set to announce on Thursday that Jesse Collins Entertainment has been tapped to serve as producers of this year’s landmark 75th edition of the Primetime Emmy awards.

No host has been named as of yet, and there are still a lot of questions to be answered as to how the writers strike may impact this year’s Emmy Awards, or if the calendar might shift. But for now, the main event is still scheduled to air on Monday, Sept 18 at 8 p.m. Et/5 p.m. Pt on Fox.

Jesse Collins Entertainment takes over from Done+Dusted and Hudlin Entertainment, which had jointly produced the Emmys in 2020, 2021 and 2022, the first two of which were Covid-impacted events. D+D had actually produced the Emmys for five consecutive years, having already been...

Exclusive: Terrence Howard (Empire), Jb. Smoove (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Rebecca De Mornay (Jessica Jones) are set to star in Giving Thanks, a coming-of-age comedy set in Inglewood, California that will go into production in June.

The story revolves around Marcus and Roddy, two best friends who work at a dead-end retail job and dream about jump-starting their dream of living on their own while seeking fame and fortune. The pair come up with an ingenious plan to kidnap the pet iguana of football star Achilles Cooper for ransom, while also forcing the famous player to headline the birthday party of Marcus’s father.

Howard plays Calvin Turner, a hard-working father who wants to see his son, Marcus, take advantage of the opportunities life affords him. Smoove will portray Marcus’s arch-nemesis Dexter, an ambitious hustler who manages the retail box store where he works. And De Mornay is set...

If you’re a user of Samsung’s free ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD)/free ad-supported TV (Fast) service Samsung TV Plus, get ready for more laughs headed your way!

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The service has announced that it is adding the Lol! Network to its channel lineup. Lol! Network is operated by Hartbeat, the global media company owned by renowned stand-up comedian and actor Kevin Hart. The channel is available now to all Samsung TV Plus viewers as channel 1325.

Focused on creating diverse, relevant, and innovative content, Lol! Network is billed as a place where comedy and culture meet. The channel will offer a highly curated collection of some of the most fearless voices working in the comedy genre, including Keke Palmer, Nick Cannon, and Tyler James Williams.

“The launch of Lol! Network on Samsung TV Plus exemplifies the continued diversification of Hartbeat as we grow and scale across platforms,...

Exclusive: Lifetime has greenlit the next two movies from the T.D. Jakes‘ Seven Deadly Sins anthology with Wrath and Greed. The films will debut on back-to-back Saturdays starting April 16.

Based on the series of books by Victoria Christopher Murray, Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story stars Michelle Williams (Destiny’s Child), Tina Knowles-Lawson (Profiled: The Black Man), Romeo Miller (Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Witness Protection), and Antonio Cupo (Blood & Treasure).

Wrath follows single lawyer Chastity Jeffries (Michelle Williams) as she meets Xavier Collins (Antonio Cupo), a man who seems to be everything she is looking for in a partner—handsome, smart, and a lawyer as well. As his affection turns to obsession, Chastity realizes that she has been swept up by Xavier’s passion and abandoned her principles. When Xavier’s jealousy and wrath lead to suspicious actions and dangerous threats, Chastity confides in her mother Sarah (Tina...

The White Lotus star Murray Bartlett is a very busy man: Just weeks after booking a role in Hulu’s Chippendales limited series, the actor has revealed that he will also appear in Season 2 of Apple TV+’s Physical, our sister site Variety reports.

Bartlett will play Vincent “Vinnie” Green, a charismatic fitness instructor, weight loss guru and late-night infomercial pioneer who is both friends and rivals with Rose Byrne’s Sheila.

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Exclusive: Tommy Davidson, the actor, writer, producer, stand-up comic and author currently reprising his role as patriarch Oscar Proud in Disney+’s Proud Family reboot The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, has signed with APA for representation in all areas.

Davidson starred in Disney Channel’s beloved animated series The Proud Family throughout its run between 2001-2005. His recent credits also include an upcoming guest-starring role in CBS comedy series The Neighborhood; featured roles in the Nick Cannon-directed TV movie Miracles Across 125th Street and Michael J. White’s comedic feature The Outlaw Johnny Black; as well as guest appearances in BET+’s The Ms. Pat Show, the Netflix special Sarah Cooper: Everything’s Fine, and Showtime’s comedy series I’m Dying Up Here.

The multihyphenate is perhaps best known for starring in the groundbreaking sketch comedy series In Living Color, there becoming a standout with his impressions of Sammy Davis Jr.,...

Exclusive: Peacock is rounding out cast for Bel-Air, its drama series reboot of Will Smith’s The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Karrueche Tran, Duane Martin, Joe Holt, April Parker Jones, SteVonté Hart, Scottie Thompson and Charlie Hall will recur in the series starring newcomer Jabari Banks as Will.

The hourlong series, based on Morgan Cooper’s popular fan film that re-envisions the original series, hails from Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith’s Westbrook Studios and Universal Television. It received a two-season order in September 2020. T.J. Brady and Rasheed Newson, whose credits include The Chi and The 100, serve as executive producers and co-showrunners. Morgan Cooper directs and serves as co-writer and executive producer.

A first look at the new series The Kings of Napa is out, spotlighting the drama before its season premiere on January 11 at 8 Pm Et/Pt on OWN.

The Kings of Napa is from writer and executive producer Janine Sherman Barrois and Warner Bros. Television.

The series details the drama at the House of Kings vineyard in Napa. California, owned by the Kings, an aspirational African American family whose wealth and status land them on the pages of design magazines and society pages. The wine business has brought the family success and acclaim. But following the patriarch’s sudden exit from the company, his three children must grapple for the reins to the kingdom.

The show features Ebonée Noel, who plays August King, the middle sibling and the family’s marketing whiz who’s passionate about wine...

Daredevil vet Charlie Cox is headed back to Netflix via the six-part spy drama Treason, also starring Olga Kurylenko (Black Widow, Magic City) and Oona Chaplin (Game of Thrones), our sister site Deadline reports.

The series, from writer Matt Charman (Bridge of Spies), “follows Adam Lawrence, trained and groomed by MI6, whose career seems set,” per Deadline. “But when the past catches up with him in the form of Kara, a Russian spy with whom he shares a complicated past, he is forced to question everything and everyone in his life. A triangular relationship forms between Kara, Adam and his wife,...

Exclusive: Elie Samaha, Missy Valdez, Geno Taylor and Daniel Diamond’s newly launched Luminosity Entertainment have set their first movie, the comedy Back on the Strip, starring Wesley Snipes and Tiffany Haddish.

Luminosity will finance, produce and distribute feature films theatrically in the U.S. and handle foreign sales.

Back on the Strip reps the theatrical directorial debut of Chris Spencer, the creator and EP of Real Husbands of Hollywood and EP and scribe of Grown-ish. It follows a young man, Merlin (Spence Moore II), who moves to Las Vegas to pursue his dream of becoming a magician after losing the woman of his dreams. But when a costume malfunction reveals his physical “gifts,” he is recruited to become the frontman of an infamous male revue group. The comedy chronicles a series of escapades as Merlin tries to achieve magician success, pursuing his dream girl and finding family in the process.

Disney+ has set a stacked cast of guest stars and new recurring talent for The Proud Family revival Louder and Prouder, in commemoration of the original animated series’ 20th anniversary.

The guest-starring voice cast for the series set to launch on Disney+ in 2022 will feature A-listers from the worlds of music, film, TV and sports including Lizzo, Lil Nas X, Chance the Rapper, Normani, Leslie Odom Jr., Tiffany Haddish, Lena Waithe, Anthony Anderson, Gabrielle Union, Debbie Allen, James Pickens Jr., Courtney B. Vance, Jane Lynch, Marsai Martin, Jaden Smith, Glynn Turman, Lamorne Morris, Brenda Song, Tina Knowles, Eva Longoria, Holly Robinson Peete, Al Roker, Bretman Rock, Gabby Douglas, Laurie Hernandez and Dominique Dawes, among others.

New recurring stars announced today include Asante Blackk (This Is Us) as Penny’s boyfriend, Kareem; rapper Artist “A Boogie” Dubose as Maya’s gamer brother, Francis “Kg” Leibowitz-Jenkins; Raquel Lee Bolleau (Real Husbands of Hollywood...

“Real Husbands of Hollywood” is being revived at BET Plus.

The comedy series is returning for a six-episode limited revival at the streamer, with Kevin Hart, Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin, Jb Smoove, Nelly, Nick Cannon, Robin Thicke, Cynthia McWilliams and Jackie Long all returning. The new series will also feature a range of celebrity guest stars like the original series. Past guest stars have included Shaquille O’Neal, Johnny Depp, Trey Songz, Wanda Sykes, Conan O’Brien, Snoop Dogg, George Lopez, Nia Long, and Terry Crews.

The original “Real Husbands of Hollywood” debuted on BET back in 2013 and ran for five seasons, with the series also releasing two specials. The show originated as a sketch at the BET Awards and was created by Hart, Chris Spencer, and Ralph R. Farquhar. The series follows the daily lives of Kevin and other celebrities, each playing a fictionalized version of themselves, as they venture through their surreal life in Hollywood.

Kevin Hart’s “Real Husbands of Hollywood” is getting a six-episode revival series at BET+, the streaming service said Thursday.

The original “Real Husbands of Hollywood” was created by Hart, Chris Spencer and Ralph R. Farquhar in 2012 based on a sketch on performed at the BET Awards. The show, which ran for five seasons on BET from 2013 to 2016, followed the daily lives of Kevin and other celebrities, each playing a fictionalized version of themselves, as they venture through their surreal life in Hollywood.

Starring Hart and returning original cast members Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin, Jb Smoove, Nelly, Nick Cannon, Robin Thicke, Cynthia McWilliams and Jackie Long, the revival series follows the group five years after the events of the original BET comedy, with the crew “giving the climb to fame, fortune and virality one last go.”

Additionally, the “Real Husbands of Hollywood” BET+ revival will feature several “surprising celebrity guest...

Real Husbands of Hollywood is making a comeback. BET+ has greenlighted a six-episode limited series revival of the hit BET reality TV parody show from Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat Productions and Jesse Collins Entertainment. The show is currently in production in Los Angeles with a premiere date Tbd.

Original series star Hart is set to return for the revival, along with original cast members Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin, Jb Smoove, Nelly, Nick Cannon, Robin Thicke, Cynthia McWilliams and Jackie Long. They’ll join a slew of celebrity guest stars who Kevin likes to call “friends.”

Real Husbands of Hollywood was created by Hart, Chris Spencer and Ralph R. Farquhar in 2012, after originating as a sketch on the BET Awards. The series first premiered on BET in 2013 and ran for five seasons ending in 2016. The series follows the daily lives of Kevin and other celebrities, each playing a fictionalized version of themselves,...

This year’s American Music Awards show is looking at some big changes behind the scenes, as ABC and Dick Clark Productions are announcing that Jesse Collins — recently of the Grammys and Oscars — is taking over as showrunner and executive producer, starting with the telecast set for Nov. 21 of this year.

Collins has been on quite the roll recently. In the first half of 2021, he produced the Weeknd’s Super Bowl halftime show, was a co-executive producer of the Grammys, and co-produced the Oscars — as close to a triple crown as you can get in winter and spring TV entertainment events. These followed his production of the 2020 BET Awards, which was regarded by many as the best of the reinvented pandemic-era television awards show broadcasts.

Jesse Collins Entertainment is also being named as a producer of the AMAs, alongside Dick Clark Productions.

By bringing in Collins, Dick Clark Productions and...

Exclusive: L.A.’s Finest star Duane Martin has signed an overall deal with Jada Pinkett Smith’s Red Table Talk Productions for scripted and unscripted content. The first two projects to be developed under the pact are The Free Agent and Deal Detective.

The Free Agent, created by Martin and Pinkett Smith, is loosely based on Martin’s 25 years as a sports agent and follows an on-the-rise agent who started his own company at a young age and went on to represent five Hall of Fame athletes in five different sports. Through triumph and various obstacles, he does whatever it takes to protect his clients and family.

Deal Detective is a reality series that follows Martin as he leads a group of professional bargain hunters out to help people going through tough and challenging times. The show will educate the audience on how to find killer deals while preserving...

Paul Mooney, the comedian, actor and writer for Richard Pryor, died on Wednesday morning, his representative Cassandra Williams confirmed to Variety. He was 79.

He died at his home in Oakland, Calif., after suffering a heart attack.

Mooney’s Twitter account also shared the news on Wednesday morning, posting “Thank you all from the bottom of all of our hearts…To all in love with this great man.”

Thank you all from the bottom of all of our hearts …you’re all are the best!…… Mooney World .. The Godfather of Comedy – One Moon Many Stars! .. To all in love with this great man.. many thanks...

Paul Mooney, a towering figure in the world of comedy and social criticism who brought a sharp eye and sharper humor to the subject of race relations, never better than in his collaborations with Richard Pryor, died today after suffering a heart attack. He was 79.

His death was announced by his cousin Rudy Ealy to CNN contributor Roland Martin, who said Mooney died at his home in Oakland.

As an actor, Mooney portrayed singer Sam Cooke in 1978’s The Buddy Holly Story, played Junebug in Spike Lee’s 2000 Bamboozled, made numerous guest appearances on such TV series and specials as The Richard Pryor Show, The Larry Sanders Show, and, more recently, Chappelle’s Show, Real Husbands of Hollywood, and, in 2004, his own comedy series Judge Mooney.

Mooney’s greatest influence, though, was as a writer, at first for sitcoms such as Sanford and Son and Good Times, but more significantly with and for Pryor.

Walton Goggins, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Damon Gupton, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams and Omar Miller round out the ensemble cast for Apple TV+’s limited series The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey. They join Samuel L. Jackson and Dominique Fishback in the six-episode series based on the acclaimed novel by best-selling author Walter Mosley.

In The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey, produced by Apple Studios, Jackson stars as Ptolemy Grey, a 91-year-old man forgotten by his family, by his friends, by even himself. On the brink of sinking even deeper into a lonely dementia, Ptolemy experiences a seismic shift when he’s given the tremendous opportunity to briefly regain his memories, and uses this precious and fleeting lucidity to solve his nephew’s death and come to terms with his past.

“The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey” series at Apple is rounding out its main cast with five new additions, Variety has learned.

Walton Goggins, Omar Miller, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Damon Gupton, and Cynthia Kaye McWilliams have all been cast in the show alongside previously announced stars Samuel L. Jackson and Dominique Fishback. The role reunites Goggins and Jackson, who previously worked together in the Quentin Tarantino film “The Hateful Eight.”

The show is based on the novel of the same name by Walter Mosley. Jackson stars as Grey, a 91 year old man forgotten by his family, by his friends, by even himself. On the brink of sinking even deeper into a lonely dementia, Grey experiences a seismic shift when he’s given the tremendous opportunity to briefly regain his memories, and uses this precious and fleeting lucidity to solve his nephew’s death and come to terms with his past.