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Minnesota Lynx stun New York Liberty with 95-93 overtime win in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals
Read full article: Minnesota Lynx stun New York Liberty with 95-93 overtime win in Game 1 of the WNBA FinalsNapheesa Collier’s turnaround jumper with 8.8 seconds left lifted the Minnesota Lynx to a 95-93 win over the New York Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.
Stewart helps New York top Indiana 91-80 despite strong game from Caitlin Clark, who scored 22
Read full article: Stewart helps New York top Indiana 91-80 despite strong game from Caitlin Clark, who scored 22Breanna Stewart scored 24 points to lead a balanced New York offense as the Liberty beat Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever 91-80 in front of a sellout crowd of more than 17,000 at the Barclays Center.
The Emmy Awards are postponed due to the Hollywood actors and writers strike, source says
Read full article: The Emmy Awards are postponed due to the Hollywood actors and writers strike, source saysThe 75th Emmy Awards have been postponed due the the ongoing actors and writers strikes that essentially shut down Hollywood.
'Ted Lasso' visits White House, promotes mental health care
Read full article: 'Ted Lasso' visits White House, promotes mental health careFictional soccer coach Ted Lasso has used a White House visit to encourage people to make it a point to check in often with friends, family and co-workers to ask how they're doing and to listen.
Did you know you can visit and explore the pub and neighborhood from ‘Ted Lasso?’
Read full article: Did you know you can visit and explore the pub and neighborhood from ‘Ted Lasso?’When I first started watching Apple TV+’s hit series “Ted Lasso” a few years ago, I just assumed that the football club that Jason Sudeikis’ character coaches (and the area it surrounds) was completely fictional. While the soccer (er, football) team AFC Richmond is totally fake, the small city of Richmond is totally real.
England women beat US 2-1 in statement victory at Wembley
Read full article: England women beat US 2-1 in statement victory at WembleyEngland women conquered Europe 10 weeks ago and proclaimed themselves ready for even more after beating the world champion United States 2-1 in a friendly at Wembley Stadium before nearly 77,000 fans.
'Succession,' 'Ted Lasso' top Emmys; 1st time winners shine
Read full article: 'Succession,' 'Ted Lasso' top Emmys; 1st time winners shineThe Emmy Awards have spread honors around repeat winners – Zendaya, Jason Sudeikis and Jean Smart – and some first timers, like Sheryl Lee Ralph and Quinta Brunson of “Abbott Elementary.”.
'Monumental moment.' Billy Eichner on remaking the rom-com
Read full article: 'Monumental moment.' Billy Eichner on remaking the rom-comIn the classic format of an adult, R-rated rom-com, Billy Eichner's coming film “Bros” depicts an uncommonly honest and insightful portrait of life as a single gay man.
Emmy surprises: 'Squid Game,' Dave Chappelle, 'This Is Us'
Read full article: Emmy surprises: 'Squid Game,' Dave Chappelle, 'This Is Us'The Emmy Award nominations announced Tuesday included some snubs and surprises, like “This Is Us” and “black-ish” walking away forever limply and Nathan Lane making history as the most-nominated best comedy guest actor in Emmy history.
'Succession' tops Emmy nominations, 'Squid Game' also scores
Read full article: 'Succession' tops Emmy nominations, 'Squid Game' also scores“Succession” received a leading 25 Emmy nominations Tuesday, but the satirical drama about the rich and ruthless has a landmark rival in “Squid Game,” the first non-English language series to vie for television’s top honor.
Emmys Latest: Sudeikis celebrates "big team win" for "Lasso"
Read full article: Emmys Latest: Sudeikis celebrates "big team win" for "Lasso"Jason Sudeikis took home best actor in a comedy series for his leading role in “Ted Lasso,” but the actor seemed more enthused to share the show’s victory with his castmates.
New this week: 'Zola,' 'Ted Lasso,' Leon Bridges’ 3rd album
Read full article: New this week: 'Zola,' 'Ted Lasso,' Leon Bridges’ 3rd albumThis week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Leon Bridges and Jackson Browne and the return of the always-chipper "Ted Lasso" spreading his infectious charm for a second season of his show on Apple+.”.
'The Crown,' 'Mandalorian' top Emmy nominations with 24 each
Read full article: 'The Crown,' 'Mandalorian' top Emmy nominations with 24 each“The Crown” tied with “The Mandalorian” for the most Emmy nominations Tuesday, 24 each, but the Marvel universe also got bragging rights with runner-up “WandaVision.”.
Pandemic Golden Globes ratings plunge 64% to 6.9M viewers
Read full article: Pandemic Golden Globes ratings plunge 64% to 6.9M viewersLast year's show, in the pre-lockdown era, reached 18.4 million viewers, the Nielsen company said. The Academy Awards in 2020 reached a record low 23.6 million viewers, and that was also pre-lockdown. ABC had 3.9 million, NBC had 3.4 million, Fox had 2.3 million, Univision had 1.4 million, Ion Television had 1.2 million and Telemundo had 1 million. AdFox News Channel topped the cable networks, averaging 2.46 million viewers in prime time. ABC's “World News Tonight" won the evening news ratings race, averaging 9.5 million viewers last week.
With loved ones and pets, Globes winners embrace cozier show
Read full article: With loved ones and pets, Globes winners embrace cozier showInstead, most of Sunday night’s winners accepted from their own homes or hotel rooms in laidback settings unheard of for Hollywood's biggest awards shows. Friends watching on television downstairs raised a delayed shout when she was announced as the winner for supporting actress in a motion picture drama. “It was really fun,” said Aaron Sorkin, winner for motion picture screenplay. Their daughters, Sunday and Faith, both wore white dresses while making a rare appearance. Known for her singing career, Day became the second Black woman to win for actress in a motion picture drama in her acting debut.
Even more chaotic than usual, Globes still had their moments
Read full article: Even more chaotic than usual, Globes still had their moments(NBC via AP)In the opening moments of a Golden Globes night even more chaotic and confounding than usual, co-host Tina Fey raised a theoretical question: “Could this whole night have been an email?” Only the next three hours would tell. Or Chloé Zhao, making history as the first woman of Asian descent to win best director (and the first woman since 1984.) AdOf course, there were the usual confounding results and baffling snubs, compounded here by some epic Zoom fails. ZHAO MAKES HISTORYWhen Zhao won best director for her haunting and elegant “Nomadland,” she was the first woman of Asian descent to win that award. It was updated on March 3, 2021, to correct the nationality of director of “Nomadland.” Chloe Zhao is Chinese, not Asian American.
The glam was back at the Golden Globes, albeit at a distance
Read full article: The glam was back at the Golden Globes, albeit at a distanceAnd they were ready, style wise, as the Globes split hosts, with Amy Poehler at the Beverly Hilton and Tina Fey at the Rainbow Room in New York. Backstage after the show, Sudeikis told reporters he owns a multitude of hoodies but chose the one emblazoned with “Forward” on the front and “Listen + Lead” on the back as fitting for the unusual night. “I wanted to feel festive and go for it,” she told NBC. Sarah Paulson held her little black pooch on screen and Emma Corrin's fluffy white cat grabbed a moment for itself. AdLydia Marks, a New York set decorator, told The Associated Press the evening's technical challenges were many.
Netflix once again dominates Golden Globe TV nominations
Read full article: Netflix once again dominates Golden Globe TV nominations(Liam Daniel/Netflix via AP)NEW YORK – Netflix rode the voracious hunger for TV content during a year of pandemic viewership to a dominant showing at the Golden Globe nominations. The streaming giant scooped up 20 small-screen nods — nearly three times as many as its closest competitor, HBO, and beating the 17 TV nominations it got last year. Streaming newcomer HBO Max scored two nominations with “The Flight Attendant,” a best comedy TV berth and also earned “The Big Bang Theory” veteran Kaley Cuoco her first Globe nod. Little-known Pop TV earned five nominations — all for the Canadian comedy “Schitt’s Creek,” which swept the comedy Emmy Awards last year. Ad“The Great” now faces “The Flight Attendant,” “Schitt’s Creek,” “Emily in Paris” and “Ted Lasso” for bragging rights to best comedy TV series.
New this week: Selena Gomez, Jason Sudeikis & Gloria Estefan
Read full article: New this week: Selena Gomez, Jason Sudeikis & Gloria EstefanHeres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Project Power: Missing new superhero pics? Netflix has one up its sleeve in Project Power, hitting the streamer Friday. Selena Gomez is on new turf the kitchen in Selena + Chef, a 10-episode cooking series that debuts Thursday on the HBO Max streaming service. The answer may be found in Ted Lasso, a new Apple TV+ series starring Jason Sudeikis as the character he played in NBC Sports promotions for the Premier League.