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Scott Mills "Celebrity Bake-Off" Episode Shelved |
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Scott Mills’ Celebrity Great British Bake Off episode has been scrapped in the wake of his shock sacking from the BBC. Channel 4 told The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday that an installment featuring the ex-radio host and also reportedly featuring singer Rag n Bone Man, JLS’ band member Aston Merrygold, broadcaster Edith Bowman, and comedian Jon Richardson, will no longer air as planned on April 18. “Having carefully considered the circumstances, we’ve taken the decision not to air the final episode of the 2026 series of The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer, featuring Scott Mills,” a spokesperson said. “Acknowledging the seriousness of the accusations that have been made against Scott, we don’t believe it would be appropriate to air the episode at this time.” The representative added that an alternative episode of Celebrity GBBO will air in its place. The British press was sent into a frenzy last week when Mills was fired from his role as host of the most beloved breakfast show in the country on Radio 2. The BBC initially said he was let go over “personal conduct,” but it soon transpired that the now-53-year-old was questioned by police over historical allegations — dating from 1997 to 2000, when Mills was in his 20s — of “serious sexual offences” against a boy who was under the age of 16 at the time. The police opened the investigation into these claims in 2016, and the BBC was made aware in 2017. Mills was probed about the allegations in 2018, but the case was dropped a year later. No charges were brought after prosecutors deemed there was insufficient evidence to proceed. After the corporation said the star was sacked when “new information” came to light, BBC News confirmed this pertained to the fact that the alleged victim was under 16. Mills eventually said: “The recent announcement that I am no longer contracted to the BBC has led to the publication of rumor and speculation. In response to this, the Metropolitan Police has made a statement, which I confirm relates to me.” |
posted 4/8/2026 |
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Jeff Shell Out as President of Paramount |
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For the second time in three years, Jeff Shell has been ousted from a top corporate perch. Back in April 2023, the exec lost his job as NBCUniversal CEO amidst allegations of inappropriate conduct with a female CNBC reporter. Today, after weeks of claims about indiscretion and a multimillion-dollar legal back and forth, Shell is out as as the president of Paramount Skydance. Shell will be resigning his seat on Paramount’s Board ASAP too. Paramount says its board of directors followed “standard practice” in evaluating the conduct of President Jeff Shell before his exit from the company. In a statement Wednesday, Paramount expressed thanks to Shell for serving as a “valued advisor” to the company. He joined RedBird Capital, a key backer of Skydance, in 2023 before the production company’s eventual merger with Paramount Global. Shell, who had been ousted as CEO of NBCUniversal following an inappropriate relationship with a CNBC reporter, was revealed Wednesday to be finalizing his exit from Paramount. As a seasoned media veteran, Shell was relied upon by David Ellison, formerly Skydance’s chief and now CEO of Paramount, to help with the lengthy merger process as well as overall strategy. Paramount subsequently prevailed in a months-long effort to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, with its $110 billion offer edging out a rival bid by Netflix that had initially been accepted by WBD. The massive transaction is expected to close by September.. |
posted 4/8/2026 |
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Done Deal! And in Record Time! |
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SAG-AFTRA will resume its negotiations with the major studios on April 27, thanks to an early agreement with the Writers Guild of America. The performers’ union broke off talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on March 15. The two sides had been at the table for five weeks at that point, and expected to resume bargaining in June, after the AMPTP talked to the WGA and the Directors Guild of America. But when the WGA reached a tentative deal on Saturday, nearly a month before its contract was set to expire, it created an unexpected opening in the AMPTP calendar. “SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP will resume formal negotiations on Monday, April 27, and remain under a mutually agreed-upon media blackout,” the union and the studio group said in a joint statement on Monday. SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP will now try to wrap up an agreement before the DGA comes in to talk to the studios on May 11. “The AMPTP has reached a tentative agreement with the WGA,” the studio group said in a statement. “We look forward to building on this progress as we continue working toward agreements that support long-term industry stability.” The early agreement marks a stark contrast from the last contract cycle, when the WGA went on strike for 148 days to secure improvements in streaming residuals, TV staffing minimums, and other terms. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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Chopped Castaways, the most extreme evolution of Food Network's juggernaut Chopped, premieres Tuesday, May 12 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Food Network and will be available to stream the following day on HBO Max(R). Hosted by Ted Allen, the eight-episode series strands 12 elite chefs on a remote island, where survival skills are just as critical as culinary talent. Battling the elements across two grueling cooking rounds each week, competitors must build a working kitchen from basic supplies, earn their signature Chopped ingredient baskets through intense physical challenges, and cook entirely over open fire. Culinary heavyweights Gabe Bertaccini, Maneet Chauhan and Marcus Samuelsson serve as judges throughout the arced competition, offering guidance while deciding who advances - and who is chopped. The season begins as a team competition before dissolving into an individual battle, raising the stakes as the chefs fight to outlast their rivals and claim the $100,000 grand prize. Only the most resilient, strategic, and adaptive chef will survive island life and the pressure of the competition. "Chopped is a series beloved by fans because it consistently delivers the high-stakes competition they crave," said Betsy Ayala, President, Food Network. "With Chopped Castaways, we take that familiar formula of ingenuity and creativity and push it to the next level, challenging some of the most talented and resourceful chefs to battle the elements and approach the baskets in ways we've never seen before - all for an epic $100,000 prize." Each episode opens with survival-driven physical challenges - such as archery, spearfishing, diving in the ocean and digging in the sand - to secure ingredients for round one. Get a sneak peek each week at some of the mystery basket ingredients, learn the judges' ultimate tips and tricks for mastering the Chopped kitchen and meet the new competitors at FoodNetwork.com/Chopped. Head to Food Network's social pages to hear daily chef confessionals, watch the judges hone their desert island survival skills and learn tips for using tropical ingredients. Fans can use #Chopped and #ChoppedCastaways to follow all the action. Chopped Castaways is produced by Notional LLC for Food Network. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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"Wheel" Makes a Wish |
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Wheel of Fortune recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and is the longest-running syndicated game show in history. The iconic wheel, puzzle board and Vanna White turning letters are burned into pop culture like ghost images on a TV. This week, you can take a piece of the show home at a first-of-its-kind auction to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Sets and props from game shows are ephemeral,” game show producer and collector Bob Boden tells Los Angeles. “They’re used for a season and then they get worn out or replaced or thrown away.” Very little survives from the big, flashy sets created by art and prop departments and Boden estimates there are maybe a dozen niche collectors nationwide, including himself. The Wheel auction features 25 items donated by the show to help fund wishes for critically ill children, including wedges of the Big Wheel, autographed items from celebrity guests and an original Bob Mackie-designed gown worn by Vanna White. “The shows see the value of connecting with their fans and doing the right thing in donating to charity,” Boden says. Die-hard fans of the show will want to bid on the VIP Wheel of Fortune Experience, which at press time was a steal at $620. For about the price of a TV you can spend the day on the Sony lot in Culver City, enjoy lunch in the executive dining room, meet-and-greet with host Ryan Seacrest and Vanna, watch the taping and solve your own custom-created puzzle. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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Game Changer Achieves "Home Game" Status |
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For over seven seasons, Game Changer, the competition series from the indie comedy platform Dropout, has been amassing quite a following. The show, hosted by Sam Reich, even had a crossover of sortsOpens in a new tab with the ABC procedural series The Rookie. The basic premise of the show has the contestants left completely unaware of the rules, let alone the game’s premise, until the episode starts. And every episode features a brand new scenario, hence the title. And soon, fans will be able to bring this specific Game Changer brand of hilarious insanity home. On May 5, a Game Changer: Home Edition tabletop game is launching via Kickstarter. Fans have waited patiently for this one. And here’s the official description on the Kickstarter page for the Game Changer: Home Edition, the chaotic party game where the rules change with every round. Three games. One box. Infinite possibilities. Prepare yourself for a chaotic new party game, based on Dropout’s hit game show, where the only rule is that the rules keep changing. It seems Dropout is keeping most of the details of this new home version of Game Changer under wraps. But we expect it to be suitably chaotic. We imagine that as the months roll on, we’ll get more information once the Kickstarter campaign hits its goals. Game Changer began in 2019, as the brainchild of its host, comedian Sam Reich. Most of the contestants on the show have been comedians of one type or another, or folks adept at on-the-fly improv. These include Howie Mandel, Eric Warheim, and former RuPaul’s Drag Race stars like Bob the Drag Queen and Laganja Estranja. Even esteemed actor Giancarlo Esposito has appeared on the show. Here’s hoping the home edition is just as wild as the version on our screens all these years. If you want to bring Dropout’s Game Changer home, support the Kickstarter today. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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"Gefragt - Gejagt" Hits 1000 |
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The ARD quiz show "Gefragt - Gejagt" will celebrate a significant anniversary in 2026, marking a milestone in German television with its 1,000th episode. The new season starts on May 18 at 6:00 PM and will be accompanied by an extensive special program celebrating the long-standing success story of the format. Host Alexander Bommes, who has been with the German adaptation of "The Chase" format since its debut in 2012, promises in a press release "a special anniversary season with many surprises": To celebrate the anniversary, various special formats are planned, including a radio week from June 1 to 5, during which hosts from ARD radio stations will compete against the quiz elite together with their audience. A central element of the celebrations will be the anniversary celebration week from July 20 to 23, during which Das Erste will broadcast double episodes daily starting at 6:00 PM. Additionally, the format will be presented in the summer with two XXL editions in prime time at 8:15 PM to give the occasion an appropriately grand setting. The team of chasers for the upcoming season will once again consist of proven talents such as Adriane Rickel, Annegret Schenkel, Dr. Manuel Hobiger, Sebastian Klussmann, Thomas Kinne, and Sebastian Jacoby. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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C4 Latches Onto "Handcuffed" |
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Channel 4's hit experimental series Handcuffed: Last Pair Standing has reportedly been renewed for a second season following its successful launch. The series, hosted by Jonathan Ross, challenged 18 strangers to remain handcuffed to one another for as long as they could manage, to be in with a chance to win £100,000. In a divided Britain, the series set out with the hopes that pairs living in such close proximity with one another would force opposites to talk, listen and perhaps learn from each other – and it seems to have paid off as two polar opposites won the series. And that isn't all, with The Sun also reporting the series will be getting a celebrity spin-off. Radio Times has reached out to Channel 4 for comment. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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After The Late Show With Stephen Colbert ends — as in, one day after — CBS will usher in its next era of late night programming. The network will air Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen in the 11:35 p.m. beginning May 22, followed by another Allen-produced series, the comedy game show Funny You Should Ask, at 12:35 a.m. The Late Show will sign off on May 21. Comics Unleashed has been airing in the later spot this season and also aired there during the 2023 writers and actors strikes. Notably — especially for CBS’ bottom line — Allen is buying time from the network to air the two shows, with his company, Allen Media Group, selling the available ad spots in the two hours. The change will likely see CBS turn a profit in late night. “I created and launched Comics Unleashed 20 years ago so my fellow comedians could have a platform to do what we all love — make people laugh,” Allen, founder, chairman and CEO of Allen Media Group, said in a statement. “I truly appreciate CBS’ confidence in me by picking up our two-hour comedy block of Comics Unleashed and Funny You Should Ask, because the world can never have enough laughter.” Allen has publicly expressed his interest in the 11:35 spot. “Let me be clear … if they are looking for a show, my hand is already up,” Allen said in October 2025, two and a half months after CBS announced it was ending The Late Show. “Fifty years I have been waiting for this moment, definitely I am going for it.” Comics Unleashed, hosted by Allen, features a group of comedians doing short sets on topics provided by Allen. The show is something of a hybrid between a talk show and a stand-up showcase. Jon Kelley hosts Funny You Should Ask, a game show in which two contestants answer trivia questions with input from a group of comics. Allen, Carolyn Folks, Jennifer Lucas, Jodi Miller and Peter Steen are executive producers of both shows. Dylan King also exec produces Comics Unleashed, while Bob Boden, Scott Satin and Eric Charbonnel are EPs of Funny You Should Ask. |
posted 4/7/2026 |
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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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PortalOne Continues to Evolve |
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Say hello to a new era for Tournaments, and a whole new way to compete, play, and win in PortalOne: coming on April 9! - It’s the return of the Top 10! Today, you already have daily chances to win through the Arcade Show and Quiztopia. Now, on top of that, our brand-new Tournament model brings you even MORE opportunities to play for cash prizes and rewards throughout the day and night. OG Arcadians will remember the days of Top 10 Winners - and we’re bringing it back! Some Tournaments will reward the Top 10 players with cash and prizes - as well as Top 3, Top 5 and Top 1. In fact, every single Tournament will offer either cash prizes, rewards, or a mix of both. Rewards include things like Tickets and Credits, so there’ll always be something worth playing for! - In addition, the Arcade will be a global competition: "Our vision has always been for PortalOne to become a global destination for players all around the world. With this update, that vision is truly becoming a reality! Arcadians in the US & Canada and Europe won’t only be hanging out together in Discord or Facebook communities anymore. You’ll also be facing off in the Arcade itself, with players from all regions playing in Tournaments together! (For now, this applies to Tournaments only. The Arcade Show and Quiztopia will still remain region-specific." " There’ll be lots of different Tournaments running 24/7, so even with players across multiple time zones coming together in one global system, there’ll always be something to jump into wherever you are!" - Say farewell to Leagues! With this awesome new Tournament model, we’ll be saying goodbye to the current segmented Leaderboard system and Leagues. That means you’ll be able to see all players ranked together on every Leaderboard in each Tournament! A whole new world of play This new Tournament system brings a whole new level of variety to the Arcade! Tournaments can take all kinds of different forms, with different lengths, different scoring systems, and different ways to win. Some may run for 24 hours or more, while others could last just 20 or 30 minutes. Some will focus on your single highest score, while others may reward unlimited accumulated scoring! There will always be a Tournament running in every game, so no matter which game is your favorite, there’ll always be something ready and waiting for you when you jump into the Arcade. And the best part? You can enter as many Tournaments as you like at the same time! Looking further ahead, we’re looking at tailoring some Tournaments to different experience levels. We’ll share more on that when the time comes. Updates to the Arcade Show As part of this new chapter, you’ll spot a few updates to the Arcade Show too. We’re saying goodbye to Lucky Winner for now, with Ticket allocation instead focused more on Tournaments and Single Player. As we bid farewell to Leagues, we also say goodbye to League Winner prizes, with that prize money distributed across more winners in a whole range of different Tournaments happening every day. The cash prizes in the Arcade Show will focus on Beat The Guest. Each show will have 20 Beat The Guest winners, each taking home $10 – or $20 if you have a Prize Booster activated. Remember: you can unlock Prize Boosters by playing Single Player and reaching Level 20 in each game. With islands now resetting once a week, and with TidyPop! joining the Arcade, you’ll be able to unlock up to 3 Beat The Guest Prize Boosters each week! We’re also saying goodbye to on-demand for now, while we work on ways to bring you even more shows to watch throughout the day and night. Stay tuned for more on that. * With this new system, no two days in the Arcade will feel the same! |
posted 4/6/2026 |
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Monday Lightning Round |
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BBQ Brooke |
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BBQ Brawl is back. Brooke Williamson’s role changes from judge to team captain in the culinary competition’s seventh season, which premieres Monday, May 11, on Food Network. Bobby Flay and Maneet Chauhan return to lead the other two teams throughout nine episodes, as a total of 12 pitmasters vie for the title of “Master of ‘Cue” at Star Hill Ranch in Austin, Texas. Carson Kressley returns as a judge, alongside Adrienne Cheatham and season 3 winner Rashad Jones. This season’s brawlers include Dakari Akorede (Atlanta); Morgan Bolling (Boston); Chris Farella (Fort Lee, N.J.); Raquel Fleetwood (Long Beach, Calif.); Torrece “T” Gregoire (Bristol, Va.); Vinny Mangual (Brooklyn, N.Y.); Edith Mattiuzzo (Udine, Italy); Tim McLaughlin (Dallas); Tung Nguyen (Oklahoma City, Okla.); Braunda Smith (San Antonio, Texas); Blake Stoker (Martin, Tenn.) and Bob Trudnak (Philadelphia). Similar to last season, the premiere will see the winner of the first challenge — to serve their signature flavors in a bowl — get to pick their team captain. When the rule was introduced in season 6, Flay told PEOPLE the twist changed the dynamic in a positive way. “We always want to be that person because everybody has an ego,” Flay said. “And so it kind of got turned around on us for a second, which I actually liked.” Flay, Williamson and Chauhan will then pick their teams and the trio of judges will send one competitor home. The season will conclude on Monday, July 6, when the three most successful pitmasters will “face an epic gauntlet of unknown ingredients where they must think on their feet and manage their time in a battle to be named ‘Master of ‘Cue’ and make their captain proud,” per a press release. |
posted 4/3/2026 |
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“Drag Race: Philippines” star Misua died Thursday in the Philippines. Jason Elvie Ty was widely known by their stage name Misua. The news was confirmed by World of Wonder, the production team behind the “Drag Race” franchise and show. A cause of death was not announced. Misua’s death occurred as she was set to appear in season 4 of the show which had just started filming. The queens had not yet been announced, and production has been temporarily halted on the show. In a statement, World of Wonder said, “We are heartbroken to share that Misua, a talented Queen set to appear on season four of ‘Drag Race Philippines‘ passed away in her sleep the morning of April 2. She brought light, artistry, and joy to those around her, and she will be deeply missed. We have paused production to care for and support our cast and crew during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and all who loved her. We are in contact with her family who have asked for privacy during this hard time.” According to her bio, obtained by Variety, Misua, who was a beloved queen among the Filipino drag community, described herself as “a talented and deeply creative queen from Cagayan de Oro, whose drag was rooted in fashion, artistry, and self-expression. A graphic designer by profession and a performer for eight years, she is known for creating nearly every aspect of her drag herself — from her outfits, hair, and nails to props and visual content — reflecting her extraordinary creativity and eye for detail.” She added, “A proud member of Haus of LaFeya, Misua finds strength in community and in being surrounded by like-minded artists who share her passion for growth, ambition, and creativity. Her drag name, inspired by her grandfather’s comfort food, speaks to the personal and heartfelt nature of her artistry.” Her application went on to say, “Known for her striking visuals, fashion-forward perspective, and magnetic presence, Misua brings light, joy, and ambition to everyone around her. She sees herself as both a creative force and a star, with a dream of inspiring others to work hard for what they want and to hold on to their dreams.” Season 3 of the series aired last year with Maxie being crowned the winner. Khianna placed as the runner-up. “Drag Race: Philippines” was announced in October 2025 to air later this year.
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posted 4/2/2026 |
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Channel 4 has confirmed that hit comedy game show Taskmaster has been renewed for a further six seasons. The Taskmaster himself, Greg Davies, and show creator Little Alex Horne will also return in their roles for Taskmaster’s New Year Treat, and the fan-favorite Taskmaster Champion of Champions. Horne said in a statement: "I’m pleased and quite stressed that I’ve got to come up with a lot more tasks for a lot more comedians but the thought of three more years in Greg’s deep embrace is soothing my little head." Meanwhile, Davies added: "I am delighted the comedian meat grinder remains open for business. I look forward to gleefully keeping it fed with the help of a small, introverted man that I own." Alongside the renewal, Channel 4 also revealed that season 19 of Taskmaster, which aired in 2025, saw the show reach new heights in its popularity, with clips from the series accumulating 165 million global views across its social platforms. The show has also surpassed over 1.4 billion global views on its official YouTube channel. The news comes with the release date for season 21 just days away, kicking off on Thursday 9 April at 9pm on Channel 4, and arriving directly afterwards on YouTube worldwide. The line-up for the new season is made up of Last One Laughing comedian Amy Gledhill, The Thick of It and The Day Today creator Armando Iannucci, Gavin & Stacey actress Joanna Page, The Masked Singer presenter Joel Dommett and Oscar-nominated Silicon Valley star Kumail Nanjiani. Horne recently set Iannucci and Dommett a special Easter task for Radio Times – with less than successful results. He has also previewed a moment involving Nanjiani in the upcoming episodes that he called a "never-before-seen Taskmaster moment". |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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A James Bond-inspired game show with an A-list host has been “shelved’”. Amazon Prime Video, who are responsible for bringing the next 007 movie to life, have given fans two seasons of Road To A Million, but there is concern there won’t be any more. The second series landed on the streaming service last summer, but now it looks like a third season could be off the cards. Road To A Million brought with it a huge A-list host, as Succession‘s Brian Cox took the helm. The show saw contestants take on a global adventure in a bid to win £1million. The challenges on the show were inspired by the James Bond films. However, according to TV Zone, there is no sign of a third season, leading to strong speculation the show has been cancelled. The Sun has reached out to Amazon for a comment. |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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An Act of G-d? |
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“American Idol” Season 9 kicked off its live shows with ratings growth as Monday’s show earning 4.86 million total viewers on both ABC and Disney+. The season’s first live show grew week-over-week in total viewers as the Top 20 performed songs of faith in celebration of Holy Week. The Season 9 episode saw an 6% increase in viewership as compared to last season’s first Monday live show and grew 11% over the show’s March 31 audience last year. To date, “American Idol” Season 9 has averaged 5.11 million total viewers, reporting year-over-year gains of 5%. The live show also ranked as the No. 1 show across broadcast and cable Monday night. American Idol postponed the results of last night’s live vote as the last twelve singers waited patiently to see if they would make it through the Songs of Faith episode. It was reported earlier this year that the ABC show was introducing live social voting and it seems to have disrupted the process. Host Ryan Seacrest revealed in the closing moments on Monday’s show that no one would leave in episode 10 because the new voting system saw “tens of millions of votes coming in at a rate we’ve never seen before”. Seacrest called it “truly unprecedented”. It was a move that clearly surprised judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood. “This is the first time it’s ever happened. Believe me, I’ve been here every night. We want to make sure we get every vote counted, and every vote right. We’ll carry forward those votes, get everything verified,” he added. “At the top of next week’s show, your results will be revealed live on this stage. There you have it, America, tens of millions of votes, your top 12 will sing for your votes live all over again.” The series, which is produced by Fremantle in association with Sony Pictures Television’s 19 Entertainment, has five ways to vote: online and text, and now Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. The reported plan now is that the 12 contestants will now find out at the top of next week’s show who has been eliminated with the ten remaining going through to the 90s Judge’s Song contest. Showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick told Deadline in January that she had wanted to do social media voting for the last five years, something that no other major entertainment show has done. “We have to meet the audience where they are. Back in 2002 when the show began, texting was the new hot thing. We also have to meet the technology where it is, as well. We want to make it as easy as possible for people to vote for their favorites, weigh in from their couch with their second screen, in real time,” she said. “If we can get Gen Alpha and Gen Z to weigh in a little bit more in the easiest way possible, that’s very exciting. It could tip the scale. Trends are always different,” she added. |
posted 4/2/2026 |
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A Second "Age" |
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Netflix has given a second season renewal to Age of Attraction after the dating reality series strongly hooked with viewers after a March 25 rookie season wrap. The premise for Netflix’s latest dating series ignores birthdates as Romeo and Juliet rely on sparks and compatibility for a connection before finally revealing their ages in the the so-called Promise Room. “Age of Attraction throws age out the window as singles search for their soulmates—but will the years come between them? In this reality dating series, connections are put to the test as participants navigate chemistry, life stages, and the question of whether love is truly ageless,” reads a synopsis from producers Velvet Hammer Media. But while age may or may not matter to the daters, Netflix has noticed audience numbers as its second season renewal follows Age of Attraction making it into the streamer’s English TV Top 10 and reaching the Top 10 in 26 countries after premiering on March 11. “We love concepts that are impossible to look away from and Age of Attraction nailed that from day one. It’s messy, it’s real and that’s what makes it fun to watch. Huge thanks to Netflix for embracing this dating experiment with us. The response has been incredible, and we’re excited to push it even further in season two,” Jennifer O’Connell and Rebecca Quinn, executive producers and co-founders of Velvet Hammer Media, said in a statement. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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Thursday Lightning Round |
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Jeopardy! is moving with the times with its latest spinoff. The long-running game show is launching a special edition for YouTube. It marks the first step in a larger expansion of the Jeopardy! YouTube channel. Ken Jennings is hosting Jeopardy! YouTube Edition, which will debut on the Google-owned service March 31. The episode will see three YouTube creators – Monét X Change, Rebecca Black and Brennan Lee Mulligan – compete in the episode. It is the latest spinoff of the Sony Pictures Television-produced series. Sony Pictures Television collaborated with social-first creative agency We Are Social and YouTube on the campaign and relaunch of the YouTube channel. “Jeopardy! is one of the most successful and enduring brands in television history, with decades of cultural relevance and a loyal audience,” said Suzanne Prete, President, Game Shows, Sony Pictures Television. “As we bring our YouTube strategy to life, we’re incredibly excited to build on that legacy while connecting with new audiences in a way that feels fresh, interactive, and native to the platform.” Kevin Allocca, Global Head of Culture and Trends for YouTube added, “Blurring the lines between a traditional broadcast format and a new era of digital consumption results in something that’s fun for both new fans and old ones. Seeing Jeopardy! intersect with YouTube creators underscores how the two can amplify each other in ways that feel surprisingly authentic and are a testament to the enduring relevance of these formats.” |
posted 4/1/2026 |
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More on "Million Dollar Secret" Season 2 |
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"Million Dollar Secret," Netflix's reality competition series hosted by Peter Serafinowicz, will return for Season 2 on April 15 with three new episodes. The following three episodes of the eight-episode season will be released on April 22, and the final two on April 29. In the show, 14 contestants are brought to a glamorous lakeside estate and each given a mysterious box. Thirteen of the boxes are empty, but one contains $1 million. The lucky player can keep the money as long as they can keep their identity a secret. In this cutthroat competition series, an undercover millionaire must hide in plain sight and evade elimination to keep the money and win the game. · Altie Holcomb - 55; Menifee, CA Series Premiere
Date: Per Netflix, "This season, the stakes are higher than ever as players face trickier agendas, grueling challenges and navigate the ever-changing game of deception. Do they have what it takes to keep their Million Dollar Secret?" Charles Wachter serves as showrunner of the series, which is executive produced by Brent Montgomery, Glenn Hugill, Will Nothacker and Russ Friedman. The production company is Wheelhouse Studios. "Season 2 of 'Million Dollar Secret' is more twisted than ever. The secret tasks are pulled off with breathtaking audacity and the millionaire has never been more dangerous. The whole season is completely addictive," Hugill said in a statement. "And then there's Peter Serafinowicz, who somehow manages to make players feel completely safe and absolutely doomed with the same raised eyebrow. I genuinely don't think there's a better host alive." "Million Dollar Secret" debuted on Netflix in March 2025. The first season was filmed in British Columbia, Canada, and featured 12 contestants. The winner was a Los Angeles-based cook who worked at In-N-Out Burger. |
posted 4/1/2026 |
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Today, Prime Video released the Season One trailer and revealed the cast's Gladiator names for the iconic physical competition format, American Gladiators. The all-new trailer features the official series theme song "Rise Up" (Amazon Music Original) by Grammy Award-winning music superstar, Jelly Roll. The first three episodes of the series will premiere on Friday, April 17, 2026, on Prime Video, followed by three new episodes releasing Friday April 24, and the final four episodes releasing on Friday May 1. All ten episodes will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Each episode of the fan-favorite competition features amateur male and female Contenders from across the nation stepping into the Arena to face 16 powerful new American Gladiators. From classic events like Joust, Powerball, Hang Tough, and The Wall, to high-impact new events including The Ring and Collision, every showdown demands strength, strategy, and pure grit. Only one man and one woman will conquer the Arena, claim $100,000, and earn the title of American Gladiator Champion. Season One Official Gladiator Names American Gladiators is created and executive produced by Johnny C. Ferraro. Daniel Calin serves as the series Showrunner and Executive Producer, alongside Barry Poznick. Susan Janis-Mashayekhi, Sarah Happel Jackson and Adam Cooper serve as co-executive producers. The series is directed by Ramy Romany. American Gladiators is produced by Amazon MGM Studios. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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Wednesday Lightning Round |
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Today in 1964, a game show premiered that would forever raise the bar for fast-paced fun and audience excitement. Jeopardy! debuted on March 30, 1964. The series quickly set a new standard for smart, fast-paced competition that continues to define game shows today. In honor of the show's 62nd anniversary, Jeopardy! is offering a chance at $6200 to a lucky person who takes the Online Anytime Test today. To enter, visit Jeopardy.com/jeoparday, follow the instructions, and complete the entry form with your full name and phone number. No purchase necessary to enter. Sweepstakes open to all persons above the age of majority in the USA & Canada, including DC and excluding Quebec. Employees of Quadra Productions, Sony Pictures TV, CBS Media Ventures, affiliates, and immediate family members are not eligible to enter, and the decision of the judges is final. According to the Museum of Play, the series was developed by talk show host Merv Griffin. He reportedly shared his dismay with his wife, Julann, about the lack of game shows that had question and answer responses. Networks had moved away from that format after the 1950s, after many shows were accused of giving contestants the answers before the show. According to PBS, "The scandal did trigger amendments passed to the Communications Act in 1960. One amendment made it illegal for the outcomes of any contests of skill or knowledge, including quiz shows, to be put forward in any way that was pre-arranged. Another amendment required stations to make it clear on the air when money or other consideration has been received for broadcast material." Julann had an idea for a new type of quiz show that gave contestants the answers, and they had to respond with the question. This element put a spin on the format and made it difficult for any type of cheating. Griffin then took that idea and created a gameboard with 10 categories. The original name was What’s the Question? However, NBC executives were reportedly not enthused. According to the Museum of Play, Ed Vane told Griffin, “The game needs more jeopardies.” Thus, the series' current name was born. Hosts of Jeopardy! included Art Fleming, Alex Trebek, Mike Richards, Mayim Bialik, and the series current host, Ken Jennings. According to the official Jeopardy! Leaderboard, Jennings is the leader in consecutive game wins with 74. He is also at the top when it comes to highest winnings for regular season play at $2,520,700. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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NATPE, Realscreen Fade to Black |
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NATPE, the industry convention that for decades brought TV executives together (and at one point was the largest syndication sales marketplace in the nation), is folding. Canada-based publishers Brunico Communications, which acquired the NATPE assets in 2023, announced Tuesday that it would no longer continue with its U.S. events effective next year, including NATPE Global, Realscreen Summit and Kidscreen Summit. As part of the shutdown, NATPE executive director Claire Macdonald and Kidscreen publisher Jocelyn Christie are exiting Brunico. Brunico blamed “this period of market change” for what it called a “difficult, but necessary decision” to end the U.S. events. The company will continue to operate the Banff World Media Festival (which takes place June 14 to 17 this year) and continue to publish Realscreen, Kidscreen, Playback and Strategy. “This decision was deeply considered and stemmed from the market consolidation that continues to progress and have structural impacts on the content production business,” Brunico Communications president/CEO Russell Goldstein said in a statement. The company’s Kidscreen Awards and Realscreen Awards will also continue. As for the exits of Macdonald and Christie, Goldstein added, “Their passion for the communities we serve has always been evident – from the calibre of the brands’ portfolio to the level of industry respect – and we thank them for their significant contributions.” Brunico acquired NATPE in 2023 after the event — which launched in 1963 as the National Association of Television Programming Executives — declared bankruptcy. Among the assets Brunico purchased were NATPE Global, NATPE Budapest, NATPE Streaming+ and the Brandon Tartikoff Legacy Awards. Because of the bankruptcy, NATPE — which already had been struggling to continue during the COVID pandemic — scrapped its 2023 event. In 2024, the show returned and in 2025 and 2026 was paired with Brunico’s longrunning Realscreen Summit in Miami. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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Disney+ Teams with RTVE, Rai |
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Disney+ has struck its latest content deal with a European free-to-air broadcaster in Europe, this time partnering with Rai in Italy. The agreement has been struck via sales arm Rai Com and will see current chat shows and gameshows heading to Disney+, as well as docureality series and dramas. Francesca Fagnani-hosted talkshow Belve and the Italian version of The Floor (aka The Floor: Ne Rimarrà Solo Uno) will both be available for Disney+ customers to stream from the next day after airing on Rai 2. This comes after Disney+ and Spain’s RTVE inked a deal for a selection of the public broadcaster’s most successful shows, including “MasterChef,” one of the most iconic and most watched culinary talent shows on Spanish television. Beginning March 31, the agreement will expand the entertainment offering available to Disney+ customers while providing RTVE with a new distribution window that broadens the reach of its content, connecting with new, younger audiences across Spain. Among the RTVE titles to be incorporated into the Disney+ catalogue will be “MasterChef,” produced by RTVE in collaboration with Shine Iberia, part of Banijay Group. Disney+ will premiere the 13 episodes of the hit show’s Season 14 as well as the 12 episodes of Season 11 of “MasterChef Celebrity,” which will be available on Disney+ after their broadcast on La 1, the flagship channel of RTVE’s public television division TVE. The agreement marks the first time in Europe that a state broadcaster has agreed to make shows available on Disney+ immediately after linear broadcast. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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Eurovision Heads East |
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The first Asian Eurovision Song Contest has been confirmed, and the bright lights and steamy surroundings of Thailand’s capital Bangkok will host. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and live-events producer Voxovation have teamed with S2O Productions and Thailand’s Channel 3 on the long-anticipated Eurovision Song Contest Asia, which will have its grand final on Saturday, November 14. Broadcasters from ten countries (see list below) are confirmed to take part, featuring artists and songs from South Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia and Laos, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. More countries are expected to join. International versions of the Eurovision Song Contest has become a priority for the EBU over recent years, with the organization’s director Martin Green last year outlining the ambitions in an interview with Deadline’s Stewart Clarke. This is despite the European version becoming a lightning rod for political tensions, with several countries planning to boycott the 70th edition in May over Israel’s inclusion. Today, Green said: “As we mark the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, it feels especially meaningful to open this next chapter with Asia, a region rich in culture, creativity and talent. “This is about evolving Eurovision together with Asia, building something that reflects the voices, identities and ambitions of the region, while staying true to what has always made the Contest special. Eurovision Song Contest Asia will be shaped by the artists, broadcasters and audiences who make it their own, continuing our shared journey of being United by Music.” Peter Settman, CEO and co-founder of Voxovation, added: “From day one, our ambition has been to build the Eurovision Song Contest Asia together with the region’s best creative talent, creating a show that truly reflects Asia’s identity and creative energy. The selection is a boon for Bangkok, which is housing shoots for the likes of Oliver Stone’s upcoming pic White Lies and the Sylvester Stallone-produced John Rambo. It was also the shooting location for FX’s Alien: Earth. “When I heard that the European Broadcasting Union and Voxovation were considering Bangkok as the home for the Eurovision Song Contest Asia, I thought, of course, it should be Bangkok, because this city has always been a place where cultures come together, where music fills the air, and where celebration is part of everyday life,” said Chuwit Sirivajjakul, Deputy Governor for Policy and Planning, at the Thailand Tourism Authority. The Eurovision Song Contest Asia’s exclusive social partner is Zoop, which will introduce a fan participation platform that gives consumers the chance to engage with artists, join communities and be recognised and rewarded for their efforts. The confirmed participating broadcasters are Thailand’s Channel 3, South Korea — Produced by PK Inc, Malaysia’s Media Prima (TV3), Philippines’ ABS-CBN, Vietnam’s Vietnam Television (VTV3), Cambodia’s TV5, Laos’s Vientiane Capital Television (VTE9), Bangladesh’s NTV, Bhutan’s Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) and Nepal’s Himalaya TV. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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Speaking of Dakota.... |
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Unwell, the media company founded by Call Her Daddy’s Alex Cooper is moving into competition series for the first time. The company is launching Unwell Winter Games, a four-part series that will debut on YouTube. It marks the first competition series for Cooper’s Unwell, which is also behind Hulu dating series Love Overboard. It is part of a strategy to develop more fully self-produced content. Unwell Winter Games features a litany of embattled reality stars and scammers including Dakota Mortensen and Demi Engemann from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Mortensen is currently at the center of the controversy involving his on-again, off-again partner Taylor Frankie Paul, who was set to star as The Bachelorette before a video of the Mormon wife throwing metal stools at Mortensen, in the presence of her daughter, was leaked online. Engemann starred in three seasons of Mormon Wives but is not a full cast member on Season 4. The pair are joined by 14 others, including conwoman Anna Delvey and outspoken influencer Hallie Batchelder. The list also includes Alissa Violet, Andrew Vetter, Cameron Jerrard, Dylan Kevitch, Ekin Su Cülcüloğlu, Eyal Booker, Gleb Savchenko, Hannah Stocking, Huda Mustafa, Joe Amabile, Juliette Porter, Louis Russell, Niko Emanuilidis, Saraya Bevis and Serena Pitt. The series, which premieres on Monday, April 6 and airs across the week, brings together sixteen of the most polarizing figures in pop culture to compete in a series of mental and physical challenges over four days, filmed against the backdrop of a luxury chalet in Park City, Utah. YouTuber Adam W hosts with commentary by Graydon Cutler and Grace O’Malley. Cooper exec produces with Matt Kaplan. It was filmed in Summit County, Utah after scoring a tax incentive from the state. |
posted 3/31/2026 |
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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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Big Bucks Moves to the Dirty South |
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ABC is moving prime-time game show “Press Your Luck” to Atlanta after shooting in Los Angeles for six seasons. Season 7 is scheduled for production from April 11-26 at Fayetteville’s Trilith Studios, according to information provided to IATSE 479, the local union representing most crew members. Atlanta is now a hot spot for game shows. Here's why The game show, which originally ran from 1983 to 1986, has been hosted by actor Elizabeth Banks since the reboot debuted in 2019. The concept of the show is simple: Three contestants answer trivia questions to earn spins on a “Big Board,” where they win cash and prizes. But if they spin and hit a Whammy, they could lose everything up to that point, with four Whammys eliminating them from the game. Contestants can win up to $1 million, though in six seasons of the reboot, nobody has won the maximum amount. |
posted 3/30/2026 |
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Philippines Get Ready to "Deal" Again |
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Popular game show "Kapamilya Deal or No Deal" will return on television this 2026. ABS-CBN confirmed its return on social media on Thursday, March 26, introducing Luis Manzano as the host of the new season. Luis also shared the teaser of the game show on his social media accounts. Alongside Manzano, 20 lucky stars will take part in the game show’s all-new original episodes, marking its “luckiest season” yet. The teaser also announced that the show will air on Saturdays and Sundays. This marks the return of “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” after more than a decade since it last aired. The Philippine version of “Deal or No Deal” first premiered in 2006, with Kris Aquino as its original host. |
posted 3/30/2026 |
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Hidden in the Sony Upfront? A Bunch of Balderdash |
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Sony Pictures Television Advertiser Sales announced offerings for the 2026 Upfronts that showcase collaborative integrations and syndicated programming. The network presents the ad market with custom sponsorships and opportunities for branded content within a high volume of originals, while it consistently delivers impassioned viewer engagement and one of the most effective advertising environments in the industry with proven consumer consumption, live viewing, dependable reach, and a highly unique audience. As a result, the studio continues to elevate its media investment opportunities for advertisers through Game Show Network, a top 10 cable network and a top five general entertainment network as the result of its effective programming strategy of engaging and entertaining television for all ages. "We are doubling down on our investment in premium original content, offering advertisers the chance to collaborate with us either early on or later in the process. This collaboration allows brands to come to life through bold and seamless integrations that genuinely resonate with our viewers," explained Stuart Zimmerman, executive vice president of Ad Sales at Sony Pictures Television. "Our advantage lies in the fact that audiences consistently show up and remain engaged. This sustained engagement leads to a unique audience versus the general entertainment cable landscape, providing additional reach and more impactful campaigns for our clients. By embedding brands directly into trusted and brand-safe programming, we deliver scale, loyalty, and measurable outcomes all within a positive environment free from the disruption caused by breaking news." IN DEVELOPMENT: |
posted 3/27/2026 |
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"The Floor" Lands in Japan |
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Nippon TV announces the Japanese adaptation of THE FLOOR, the hit global quiz battle format from Talpa Studios, the content powerhouse founded by John de Mol. As the format continues its global rise, now spanning over 30 territories across Europe, the US, South America, the Middle East and Australia, Nippon TV's version marks its first step into Asia. THE FLOOR will air in prime time as a three-hour special on March 28 on Nippon TV and its network stations throughout Japan. In this high‑stakes Japanese version, all contestants are well‑known celebrities, making Japan's edition the only adaptation featuring a fully all‑celebrity cast. A total of 32 celebrity players will stand on a massive LED floor divided into 32 tiles, competing in one‑on‑one visual quiz duels to conquer territory and ultimately claim the grand prize of 10 million yen. Each duel centers on the contestants' chosen specialty categories, delivering an intense, highly visual, and play‑along‑friendly experience. The show will be hosted by award-winning actor Junichi Okada, marking his first time as a host on a quiz show. Known globally for his rising international profile following the Netflix hit drama series IXAGAMI, Okada brings a symbolic presence to guide the uncompromising "do‑or‑die" battles that define the format. Quote from Junichi Okada "As an actor I never imagined that I would have the honor of becoming the host of a global quiz show, so Nippon TV's opportunity truly surprised me, for most of my recent work on TV had been tied to my own interests—martial arts, history, and other programs related to my drama or film projects. What drew me in was the absolute seriousness of the one‑on‑one battles and the 'no second chances' atmosphere. The energy on Nippon TV's set was incredible and watching the contestants face off with such intensity—while still enjoying themselves—was immensely inspiring and I am confident that viewers will feel the same excitement." Quote from Megumi Hisamichi, Senior Manager, Programming & Platform Strategy, Nippon TV "I decided to greenlight THE FLOOR on Nippon TV because of its core strengths: a simple, universally engaging concept where players "just look at the image and answer," making it enjoyable for all ages from children to adults, and the compelling progression that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats wondering who will conquer the floor and claim victory. Across all international versions, I believe the MC emcee of THE FLOOR is more than just a host; they are the symbolic heart core that defines the entire atmosphere of the the floor. We chose Junichi Okada for this role because of his innate ability as a "Game Master"—alternating between building palpable tension across the floor and offering warm support to the challengers. We are confident he is the perfect fit to elevate the brand of the Japanese edition of THE FLOOR." Sebastian van Barneveld, Director Global Distribution at Talpa Studios: "Japan is one of Asia's most distinctive markets, with a strong heritage of original entertainment, making it a real milestone for THE FLOOR to launch here. The format's simple, visual and play-along, do-or-die gameplay travels effortlessly across cultures, and the all-celebrity Japanese version once again highlights its flexibility. We're proud to partner with Nippon TV and look forward to seeing how Japanese audiences embrace the show." |
posted 3/26/2026 |
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Richard Osman has shared some light on the conclusion of his tenure as host on House of Games, as Michael Sheen prepares to take the reins. It was announced earlier this month that Osman would be leaving the popular quiz show after nine years, but that it would continue with a different face, with the BBC then confirming Sheen would make his debut as a quiz show host. Many questions around this change in host have been posed, including whether the show will be renamed, and whether Sheen's face will be all over the merchandise. Well, speaking on his podcast The Rest is Entertainment, Osman confirmed the show will be renamed Michael Sheen's House of Games, before assuring fans that there wouldn't be copious amounts of prizes left over, explaining: "We tend not to over-order with the prizes… There are very few left. "One of the things they're currently doing is producing prizes with his face on. So it will be called Michael Sheen's House of Games." Osman explained that a handover episode will be filmed, but noted that Sheen will not be a contestant on Osman's iteration. "We all want everyone to know how delighted we are Michael’s doing it. So there’s a continuation," he told co-host Marina Hyde. "I want to welcome him as well. He’s got the best team in telly there and he’ll have an absolute ball." But would Osman ever appear on Michael Sheen's House of Games? Not yet anyway... The quiz show host explained: "I think that’s too meta and you have to let someone get their feet under the table. But one day I’d love to. In a few years. Christmas week or something like that." He concluded: "I wish him such luck. I messaged him the other day and said this is such a fun show to do and such a lovely gang. It’s a great show for him and he’s a great host for it." |
posted 3/26/2026 |
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Here Comes "The Neighbourhood" |
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A first-look trailer has dropped for Graham Norton's new "giant gameshow" as the release window is confirmed – and it's soon! The Neighbourhood sees six real households from across the UK move in to "KeepYourEnemies Close" in the heart of the Peak District, and compete in a street-sized popularity contest where the last house standing will take home a life-changing £250,000. Audiences can tune in to the brand new show's action next month (April) on ITV1 and ITVX with episodes of the 11-part series expected to air weekly. The first-look trailer released today shows The Master of Ceremonies, BAFTA Award-winning host Graham Norton, walking through the game show's sets as he introduces viewers to the premise of the show. "Oh hello, I'm TV's Graham Norton," he begins while walking out of a cafe. While traversing through "KeepYourEnemies Close", he continues: "A new community, where everyone keeps an eye out for one another. "A place where you'll always have a helping hand. It's a challenge to settle in somewhere new, but it can be really rewarding. "Find yourself among like-minded individuals. Oh, and every household is competing in huge challenges to win a quarter of a million pounds! "Bring on the ding-dong." Alongside "KeepYourEnemies Close", featuring the six vibrant households, colour-coded for the competition, where the contestants live, the well-thought out, playful sets include Room with a Brew, the village’s café, and the primary hub, where neighbours plot, scheme and attempt to stay on side over a cuppa. The local village pub, The Uppin Arms, is where households can grab a pint and challenge their rivals to a friendly game of darts or pool, all while sizing up the competition. And finally, in the centre of The Neighbourhood is the village noticeboard, where the latest community news is pinned for all to see. The new show marries high-stakes competition with epic challenges and relatable domestic drama, to offer a completely fresh flavour of reality. The Neighbourhood is coming ITV1 and ITVX next month. |
posted 3/26/2026 |
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Taskmaster Announces Season 21 Players |
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Taskmaster is returning for another hilarious outing on Channel 4, with Greg Davies and Alex Horne back for a 21st season of the show. And the good news is there isn't long to go, with Taskmaster season 21 kicking off on Thursday, April 9 at 9pm. Following on from season 20, new episodes will be released in the US on YouTube immediately after they are shown in the UK, giving fans Stateside a dose of the wacky comedy. The cast for season 21 was announced earlier this year, with Silicon Valley and Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani and The Thick of It and The Day Today creator Armando Iannucci among the line-up. Featuring alongside them are Gavin & Stacey actress Joanna Page, Last One Laughing comedian Amy Gledhill and The Masked Singer UK presenter Joel Dommett. Horne previously shared a cryptic teaser about season 21 to Radio Times, and we may be in for something shocking... "There is a moment involving Kumail Nanjiani. I don't want to give much away, but he gives a lot away about what he does by himself in his hotel room. So that's what you've got to tune in for," he teased. "He surprised himself by what he revealed, and I was sat next to him, and it's a big moment. It's a never-before-seen Taskmaster moment." Beyond that, Horne also spoke about about a tweaked series in the "near-ish future" that would slightly change the format of the show. When asked about the future of the show, Horne told Radio Times: " People ask us about adding a Champion of Champion of Champions. "I think, instead of that, we have got something up our sleeves in the near-ish future, of doing a slightly interesting series. It's just some tweaks, but I can't say any more than that. So [we have got] something. We've got something up our sleeve." |
posted 3/25/2026 |
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Mel Schilling, best known as a relationship coach on the reality show Married at First Sight, has died. She was 54. Schilling’s family confirmed her death Tuesday morning with a statement first published by the Press Association. Schilling was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023, but recently said the cancer had spread. The family’s statement said Schilling “passed away peacefully today, surrounded by love.” “This is a woman who, through two years of chemotherapy, when she could barely lift her head from the pillow, never complained and never stopped showing courage, grace, compassion, and empathy, and never missed a day of filming,” the family’s statement continued. “On behalf of our family and her incredible friendship group, thank you for the support from around the world. Life can be beautiful, and life can be incredibly cruel. But ultimately, life is fleeting, fragile, and tomorrow is promised to no one.” The statement ended by calling on fans to honor Schilling by living “life to the full, love your people well, and try not to sweat the small stuff.” Schilling was first cast on Married at First Sight in her home country, Australia. She later joined the UK version, which airs on E4. In a statement, Channel 4 said it was “privileged to be the channel that is home to Mel’s work, which was at the heart of Married at First Sight‘s phenomenal success, both in the UK and Australia.” The network’s statement continued: “We’d like to pay tribute to Mel as a person. For many who work for Channel 4, Mel was not just a colleague but a friend, someone who radiated joy, warmth, and optimism, who energized every room she walked into with humour and positivity. Everyone who knew her will miss all this about her and much more. We share in the sorrow that we’re sure many viewers will now feel at this terrible loss.” In game shows, Schilling featured on episodes of Countdown, The Weakest Link UK, and Michael McIntyre's The Wheel.
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posted 3/24/2026 |
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Charles Wachter's Stopwatch |
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Charles Wachter, who has exec produced reality shows including Amazon’s Beast Games, Netflix’s Million Dollar Secret and Hulu’s Got to Get Out, is launching a new production company. Wachter has set up Stopwatch Media with Spain’s The Mediapro Studio. The company will be based in Toronto after Wachter brought a number of these productions north of the border over the years. He has been tasked with developing scalable formats for U.S. networks and streamers and the international market. Other credits include Netflix’s upcoming format Win the Mall, Fox’s Stars on Mars and ABC’s Holey Moley. |
posted 3/24/2026 |
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With Six, You Get Italian |
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Prime Video unveils the trailer and poster for the sixth season of LOL: Chi ride è fuori, the record-breaking Italian Original comedy show, available exclusively from April 23 with the first five episodes and from April 30 with the final episode. The new cast includes Carlo Amleto , Valentina Barbieri , Giovanni Esposito , Barbara Foria , Sergio Friscia , Francesco Mandelli , Paola Minaccioni , Scintilla, UfoZero2, and Yoko Yamada, who will challenge each other to remain serious for six consecutive hours while simultaneously trying to make their opponents laugh, in order to win a grand prize of €100,000 to benefit a charity of their choice. Watching the hilarious comedy competition from the control room, acting as referees and hosts, are Alessandro Siani and Angelo Pintus . This year, however, they'll be able to count on some special help: Federico Basso and Andrea Pisani , their "aces up the sleeve," ready to step in and put the contestants to the test with the aim of making them laugh. The new season of the six-episode comedy show , produced by Endemol Shine Italy for Amazon MGM Studios, will be available on Prime Video worldwide from April 23. |
posted 3/24/2026 |
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More on "The American Idol Podcast" |
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“American Idol” is expanding Season 24 with a new companion podcast. “‘American Idol’ Official Podcast” will be hosted by Danielle Fishel and will “dive deeper into America’s most iconic music competition series, exploring the performances everyone’s talking about, and offering exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and expert analysis of the judges’ critiques.” The podcast will premiere on Wednesday, April 1, on Disney+, Hulu, and other podcast platforms, following the live shows, which kick off Monday, March 30. |
posted 3/23/2026 |
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Non M'ama... |
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Lana is ready to fire up again - and with her, the steamy passions of a new season of TOO HOT TO HANDLE: Italy, the Italian adaptation of the boldest format ever, produced by Fremantle and coming soon on Netflix. A special guest will guide this second season: SELVAGGIA LUCARELLI will be the special guest who kicks off a journey through temptations and twists, where contestants will have to try to control their impulses to make it to the end. A group of incredibly hot singles find themselves in a dream location, but to win the jackpot there's one condition: no sex. Will they be able to resist or will they give in to desire? |
posted 3/23/2026 |
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Monday Lightning Round |
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Nicholas Brendon, known for being part of the Scooby gang on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died. He was 54. A former castmate confirmed the news to Deadline. Brendon’s family issued a statement saying that the actor had died on Friday, March 20, “in his sleep of natural causes.” “We are heartbroken to share the passing of our brother and son, Nicholas Brendon. He passed in his sleep of natural causes,” read a statement from Brendon’s family on his Instagram. “Most people know Nicky for his work as an actor, and for the characters he brought to life over the years. In recent years Nicky has found his passion in painting and art. Nicky loved to share his enthusiastic talent with his family, friends and fans. He was passionate, sensitive, and endlessly driven to create.” The statement continued, “Those who truly knew him understood that his art was one of the purest reflections of who he was. While it’s no secret that Nicholas had struggles in the past, he was on medications and treatment to manage his diagnosis, and he was optimistic about the future at the time of his passing. Our family asks for privacy during this time as we grieve his loss and celebrate the life of a man who lived with intensity, imagination, and heart. Thank you to everyone who has shown love and support.” Brendon was a series regular on Buffy the Vampire Slayer opposite Sarah Michelle Gellar. The actor played Xander Harris across the show’s seven seasons on The WB and UPN. Following the end of Buffy in 2003, Brendon went on to star in Kitchen Confidential as pastry chef Seth Richman alongside Bradley Cooper and Jaime King. He would go on to have a recurring role in Criminal Minds, Private Practice, and Faking It. 00:02 02:19 ADVERTISEMENT In film, Brendon starred in the 2000s comedy horror film Psycho Beach Party alongside Lauren Ambrose. Other films he starred in included Demon Island (2002), Unholy (2007), Blood on the Highway (2008), Big Gay Love (2013), and Coherence (2013), to name a few. In game shows, Brendon was on two week's worth of Hollywood Squares in 2001. |
posted 3/21/2026 |
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24 in 24: Day 2 |
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24 in 24: Last Chef Standing is back this spring with a brand-new season of the food world's most intense and ambitious competition. Shot in real time and hosted by Michael Symon and Esther Choi, the series is part culinary marathon and part social experiment, with 24 talented and fearless chefs taking on 24 challenges over the course of 24 straight hours. From strategy and speed to precision and elevation, the challenges are divided into eight shifts that reflect the intensity of a chef's daily life. This season's culinary murderer's row of competitors include Michelin-starred chefs, James Beard Award nominees and Food Network favorites who all must survive unexpected twists and turns while battling fatigue and each other to win $100,000 - the biggest prize in the show's history. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing premieres Sunday, April 26th at 8pm ET/PT on Food Network and streams the next day on HBO Max and discovery+. "Life as a chef means giving your mind, body and soul to your craft 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and this competition really captures that level of intensity and unpredictability," said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. "This season we've added blind judging, reimagined shift themes and endless surprises that will leave our audience on the edge of their seats." The 24 chefs competing are: Robyn Almodovar, Avishar Barua, Chris Brown, Dawn Burrell, Monique Cadavona, Sam Fore, Lex Grant, Trimell Hawkins, Anthony Iracane, Maryam Ishtiaq, Joe Isidori, Brian Malarkey, Maria Mazon, Christina Miros, Shota Nakajima, Olivia Ostrow, Viet Pham, Michele Ragussis, Alex Stupak, Lee Anne Wong, Molly Yeh, Zac Young, Ara Zada and Antonello Zito. |
posted 3/20/2026 |
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"Naked and Afraid" Goes Global |
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The Discovery Channel has set its plans for 2026 and it includes a new spinoff of long-running hit Naked and Afraid. The WBD-owned cable network has greenlit a number of new shows including a new Alcatraz investigation and a series fronted by TikTok star Michael McWhorter. The big news is Naked and Afraid: Global Showdown (w/t). It is the eighth spinoff of the franchise, which premiered in 2013. It will feature survivalists from all over the world including Brazil, Australia, Mexico, and the United States, representing their homelands in a 40-day primitive bushcraft competition. Paired with a partner, their skills, toughness and teamwork will be tested as they compete for national pride and the largest cash prize in franchise history. |
posted 3/20/2026 |
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Chuck Norris, who turned a talent and expertise in the martial arts into a hugely successful Hollywood career that including his long-running signature series Walker, Texas Ranger, died Thursday. He was 86. His death was announced by his family on Instagram. Norris was hospitalized on Thursday in Hawaii. "It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning," the family posted today. "While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace. "To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength," the statement continues. "To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family. He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives." Born Carlos Ray Norris on March 10, 1940, in Ryan, Oklahoma, Norris served in the U.S. Air Force as a young man before dedicating himself to training in martial arts. During that time, he developed a friendship with martial arts icon Bruce Lee and moved to Hollywood to train film stars in combat. He later moved in front of the camera and began one of the great action movie star careers. Aside from a 1970 appearance on the TV dramedy Room 222, Norris' acting career initially focused on the big screen, with 1972's The Way of the Dragon with Lee considered his breakthrough. The pic's climactic fight scene between Norris' Colt and Lee's Tang in Rome's Colosseum is considered a genre classic. The following years and decades would see his feature film credits grow, with entries including Breaker! Breaker! (1978), Good Guys Wear Black (1978), The Octagon (1980), An Eye for an Eye (1981), Lone Wolf McQuade (1983), Code of Silence (1985), Invasion U.S.A. (1985), The Delta Force (1986), Delta Force 2: The Colombian Connection (1990) and the 1984-88 Missing in Action trilogy in which he played a Vietnam-era American prisoner of war who returns to that country to rescue other POWs. Although many of Norris' films, and his often wooden acting style, weren't critical favorites, he developed a strong fan base that grew from a cult following impressed by his martial arts skills to millions of people thrilled with his action stories. His signature role came in 1993 when CBS began airing Walker, Texas Ranger, an action series inspired by Norris' Lone Wolf McQuade. In the series, he played Texas Ranger Sgt. Cordell Walker, ex-Marine and Vietnam vet raised on a Cherokee reservation after his parents were murdered. With a combination of martial arts moves and Cherokee hunting skills, Walker was a crime-solving crusader for justice, moral values and a good butt-kicking. The hit series ran for nine seasons, wrapping up in 2001, and spawned both a standalone TV reunion movie (Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire in 2005) and a four-season 2021 CW reboot starring Jared Padalecki. He parlayed his stature into appearances on "The Contender" and "The Price Is Right $1,000,000 Spectacular". As with many of his projects, Norris also served as a writer and producer on his series. His stuntman-brother Aaron was a director on the show. Although known for his earnest and usually stoic performance style and screen persona, Norris occasionally let fans know he was in on all the jokes about his strongman reputation, most notably when he played himself in the 2004 comedy Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story. In 2012, he played a mercenary in star-laden The Expendables 2. Still, he took his place in show business and the world at large with considerable intent. In his 1988 memoir The Secret of Inner Strength: My Story, he wrote that his fans "want and need someone to identify with, a man who is self-reliant, stands on his own two feet, and is not afraid to face adversity." He added, "They want to believe in me, just as I believed in John Wayne when I was a boy." Norris received a number of black belts for his martial arts prowess, including taekwondo, judo, jiu-jitsu and others. He won the Professional Middleweight Karate championship in 1968, a title he'd hold for six consecutive years, and was named Black Belt magazine's Fighter of the Year in 1969. Norris got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1989 and was among the inaugural class of the Martial Arts History Hall of Fame in 1999. Norris is survived by wife Gena O'Kelley; children Mike, Eric, Dina, Danilee and Dakota; brother Aaron Norris; and numerous grandchildren.
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posted 3/20/2026 |
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Jordan Wright, a former ITV reality star who appeared on The Only Way Is Essex and MTV's Ex on the Beach, has died. He was 33. Wright died in Thailand, and his death was confirmed by ITV and the local foreign office. Local reports said he was found dead March 14 in a concrete drainage system on the Thai island of Phuket. He was discovered by a worker face-down in stagnant water, according to the reports. Police were called and are looking into what happened, reports said, with circumstances around Wright's death remaining unclear. A hotel key card reportedly was discovered in his pocket. "Everyone at TOWIE sends their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Jordan Wright at this very sad time," a spokesman for The Only Way Is Essex told Deadline. Wright appeared on ITV reality show The Only Way Is Essex toward the end of last decade. The reality series follows a group of people in the town of Brentwood in Essex and has been airing for more than 15 years. Wright made his TV debut the year before in 2017 on MTV's Ex on the Beach. He briefly dated Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattinson. Wright stopped making TV in the 2020s, and his social media appeared to indicate that he moved to Thailand several weeks ago. |
posted 3/20/2026 |
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Picture a Renewal |
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Objective Entertainment has secured a fourth and expanded run of Alan Carr's Picture Slam. Produced alongside OMG Scotland the new series will consist of 9×45 minute episodes, including two celebrity episodes and a celebrity Christmas special. Alan Carr's Picture Slam has ranked in the top ten quiz shows across all UK channels from January 2023 to date. Over its three series tenure the program has consistently exceeded three million viewers and has grown year on year, with the most recent series, which aired in November 2025, winning the slot for Adults 16-34 and Adults 35-54 across all UK channels for BBC One. The fourth series will welcome celebrity guests for the first time. Neale Simpson, MD Objective Entertainment says: "Picture Slam is such a joy to make. Audiences adore Alan and the mischief he brings to the addictive and our inventively visual play-along games." Alan Carr says: "I am excited to return for another series of Picture Slam and to spice things up with brand new Celebrity episodes. Being part of this show is always a blast whether you're in the studio or playing along at home – let's get picture slamming!" Picture Slam ('9×45') is made by Objective Entertainment, part of All3Media's Objective Media Group and was commissioned by Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC. The Executive Producers are Julie Kelling, Neale Simpson and Ben Shephard for Objective Entertainment and Toby Stevens for OMG Scotland. Chris Hulme is the Series Producer. The Executive Producer for the BBC is Neil McCallum. The series will be distributed by All3media international, who also handle format rights. |
posted 3/20/2026 |
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Nexstar/Tegna Merger Clears Hurdle |
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Nexstar Media Group said it "has closed its acquisition" of Tegna in a $6.2 billion deal that would following approval of the transaction from the FCC and the Department of Justice. The deal would augment Nexstar, already the biggest TV station group in the U.S., with Tegna's footprint — resulting in a company with 259 full-power stations (after divesting six), variously affiliated with networks including ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC. While the deal will give the combined company reach across 80% of U.S. TV households, it will own less than 15% of the 1,777 local TV stations in the country. Nexstar's announcement comes after eight state attorneys general and DirecTV filed federal lawsuits seeking to block the Tegna takeover, which both alleged that the merger will increase prices for consumers and harm the production of local news. A day after Nexstar said that it had closed its deal to buy Tegna, creating a broadcasting giant, California and seven other states filed an emergency motion to stop it. The motion for a temporary restraining order was filed Friday in Sacramento, seeking court action to halt integration and consolidation of the two companies. In approving the deal, the FCC granted the companies a waiver of its ownership-cap rule that prohibits any local station owner from reaching more than 39% of U.S. households. Nexstar has committed to divesting six stations across six different markets as well as "commitments that go to affordability and localism," per the FCC. |
posted 3/20/2026 |
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Happy Friday Lightning Round |
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"Funny AF" Adds Judges |
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Netflix's new comedy competition series, Funny AF with Kevin Hart, adds a line-up of comedy legends including Keegan-Michael Key, Tom Segura, Kumail Nanjiani, Chelsea Handler and Nikki Glaser as special guest judges in Episodes 1-6. Netflix and global superstar Kevin Hart are on a mission to crown the next big name in stand-up with Funny AF premiering on April 20, 2026. The winner will be awarded with their very own Netflix Stand-Up Special. New episodes will be released over the course of 3-weeks culminating with the semi-final and finale LIVE on Netflix at 6PM PT / 9 PM ET on May 4th and May 5th, respectively. Viewers around the world will be able to vote in real-time during the live shows for their favorite stand-up comedian. The winner will be announced live in-show on May 5th. - Week 1 (4/20/2026): Episodes 1-4 The May 4th and May 5th live shows will take place during the Netflix is a Joke Fest. Kevin Hart knows what it takes to turn a mic and a dream into comedy superstardom. In Funny AF, he's searching for the next comedian ready to follow that path. In this uncensored comedy competition, rising stand-ups from across the country step into the spotlight hoping to make the same leap Kevin once did from grinding it out in small clubs to headlining their own specials. Along the way, Kevin and a circle of comedy heavyweights will decide who progresses in the competition, offering a behind-the-curtain look at the pressure, triumphs and occasional bombs that shape a career in stand-up. The mission is simple: find the next great voice in comedy with the guts, perspective, and punchlines to become the next household name. The competition builds to live final rounds where a global vote will determine the ultimate winner. "Funny AF with Kevin Hart" is a production of Hartbeat and Alfred Street Industries, run by Bill Dixon, Liz Cook, San Heng, and Jason Raff. Executive Producers are Kevin Hart; Jane Lipsitz, Dan Cutforth, Nan Strait and Dan Volpe (for Alfred Street Industries); Luke Kelly-Clyne, Meghan Hoffman and Jeff Clanagan (for Hartbeat), and Jenny Groom. |
posted 3/19/2026 |
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Wednesday Lightning Round |
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Reality Goes Vertical |
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Refinery Media and COL Group Intl. have struck a deal to reimagine hit modelling competition franchise "SupermodelMe" as one of the world's first reality microdrama series. The new series, titled "SupermodelMe: Make It or Break It," will premiere on COL's global mobile platform FlareFlow in mid-year, with the announcement made at Hong Kong FilMart. The move marks a milestone for the unscripted television industry: for the first time, an established reality IP is being fully retooled for mobile-native, vertical-format episodic storytelling at this scale. Created and owned by Refinery Media, "SupermodelMe" ran for six seasons, including an international run on Netflix, and built a following that positioned it as one of the most recognizable modelling competition brands to emerge from Asia. Thai-American television personality Cindy Bishop, who hosted previous seasons of the franchise, will return as host of the new series, joined by returning judge Ase Wang and co-judge Patricia Gouw. "'SupermodelMe' has always been about finding raw talent and giving them a real shot," Bishop told Variety. "Going vertical doesn't change that, it just puts us where more people are actually watching shows now: their mobiles. I'm excited to be back, and I'm excited about being part of something so groundbreaking." "'SupermodelMe' is proof that regionally rooted content can carry universal appeal, and this is the first time a franchise of this caliber has made the move to the vertical format on any major global microdrama platform," added Timothy Oh, general manager of COL Group. "I am excited that FlareFlow is leading that charge. By leveraging COL's depth of experience in the vertical space and FlareFlow's global reach, we are creating the right environment for 'SupermodelMe's' legacy to continue evolving and to introduce the IP to more global, younger, mobile-first audiences." Karen Seah, founder and CEO of Refinery Media, said: "'SupermodelMe' has always embraced reinvention. From its early beginnings as an online-only series, evolving into traditional long-form television, and now reimagined for vertical storytelling, each chapter has brought the franchise closer to its audience. This partnership allows us to demonstrate how unscripted formats can successfully adapt to vertical storytelling, opening the door for a new wave of micro entertainment." |
posted 3/17/2026 |
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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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Haley Baylee has been tapped to host Netflix's upcoming reality competition show Win The Mall. Haley Baylee has rewritten the script on what it means to be a modern-day content creator and celebrity. Once a scientist, she's now a full time creator, host and model who's taken the internet by storm. Starting with winning Sports Illustrated's Model Search in 2017, Haley's journey has been nothing short of remarkable. She's graced magazine covers (Numero Netherlands, Glamour Bulgaria, Modeliste, Basic Magazine, etc.), attended every major red carpet (Grammys, Oscars, Tonys, Golden Globes, VMAs, Actors Awards, Emmy Awards, CMA Awards, and Gotham Awards), led panels for Fortune 500 companies, and collaborated with A-list celebrities such as Ariana Grande, Jacob Elordi, ENYPHEN, Coleman Domingo,Olivia Rodrigo, Courtney Cox, Jonas Brothers, Ed Sheeran and more. Haley has achieved unheard of growth across all of her social platforms, with over 35 million collective followers gained in just three years. Her down-to-earth vibe, comedy skits and relatable content have struck a chord with an international audience. Haley has been named a Forbes Top Creator for both 2025 & 2024, a Time 100 Top Creator, listed on Maxim Top 100, nominated for a Streamy award, and continues to empower young women around the world to embrace their truest self. Haley Baylee is proof that you can be a model, a scientist, a creator, and a force for positive change all at once. Her journey is an inspiration, showing us that passions can lead to incredible places and that embracing who you are is a superpower in itself. Part shopping spree, part social strategy, this high-gloss reality competition drops players into a living mall where they'll fight to outshop, outsmart, and outlast one another - and only one will walk away with the keys to the ultimate prize. Win the Mall, eyed for a fall 2026 release, is a Fremantle production. Executive producers are Jimmy Fox (for Fremantle), Charles Wachter (Showrunner), Robert Cohen and Melanie Brobyn (Media Headquarters). |
posted 3/16/2026 |
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Last One Podcasting |
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It's time for the podcast community to contain their laughter – or maybe not. With Season 2 of Prime Video UK original LOL: Last One Laughing dropping on Thursday (March 19), Audible is launching a companion audio show, The Last Laugh: The Last One Laughing Podcast. Roisin Conaty, who plays presenter Jimmy Carr's sidekick in the TV show, is making her podcast debut as the host. She will dissect all the action, provide backstage insight and tell behind-the-scenes stories from the new season as she's joined by comedians from the first season and other celebrity super-fan guests. Guests from the new season will include Diane Morgan, Amy Gledhill, Maisie Adam, David Mitchell and Gbemisola Ikumelo, along with Season 1's Joe Wilkinson, Harriet Kemsley, Lou Sanders and Sara Pascoe, and fans such as actress Natalie Cassidy, author Emily Dean and stand-up Faitha El-Ghorri. Best friends Gledhill and Kemsley will share their favourite moments from both seasons, Wilkinson and Cassidy will react to the Season 2 cast and reminisce on Wilkinson's best bits from Season 1, and Morgan and Dean will team for a conversation about the show. The podcast will follow the release cadence of the show, with three episodes releasing on March 19, another two on March 26 and the finale on April 2. It will be offered through Audible and other podcast platforms, with the TV shows co-producers, Banijay companies Zeppotron and Initial, make the podcast for Audible Originals. "It's been a real treat for me getting to do my first podcast," said Conaty. "The recording experience was an absolute joy, and I absolutely loved chatting about Last One Laughing and all the behind-the-scenes shenanigans with some of the funniest people around." There have been numerous remakes of Last One Laughing, which began life as Japanese show Documental. Amazon acquired international rights to the format and has adapted it in numerous territories around the world, though no U.S. yet exists. |
posted 3/16/2026 |
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SAG-AFTRA to Reconvene in June |
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SAG-AFTRA has concluded a month of negotiations with the major studios without reaching a new contract, and will resume talks in June. The outcome was not unexpected, though negotiators had held out some hope that a new contract could be reached in March. "SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP completed productive bargaining sessions, including going several days beyond what was originally planned," the two sides said in a statement. "While we will continue ongoing conversations, formal negotiations will resume later this spring as planned, before the current contract expires June 30. We thank both negotiating committees for their shared commitment to reaching a fair deal and their thoughtful engagement, including over this entire weekend. We will continue to respect the press blackout and will provide an update in the coming months." The union began talks on Feb. 9, and originally expected to conclude on March 6. With some encouraging signs, the parties agreed to extend the original schedule by an extra week in hopes of reaching a deal. The Writers Guild of America negotiations are due to begin on Monday, which functioned as a hard deadline on the SAG-AFTRA talks. The WGA contract expires first, on May 1. After that, the AMPTP is scheduled to sit down with the Directors Guild of America on May 11. Both the DGA and the SAG-AFTRA contracts expire on June 30. Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, the union's executive director, has been leading the negotiations for the union, while Greg Hessinger, the newly installed CEO of the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, has been representing the studios. |
posted 3/16/2026 |
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