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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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Taylor Frankie Paul's turn as the star of The Bachelorette has come to a screeching halt after ABC opted to shelve the premiere. The reality dating series was supposed to feature the star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, but after allegations of a domestic violence incident and a video from a 2023 incident in which she is seen physically attacking her ex, the network pulled the show. "In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have made the decision to not move forward with the new season of The Bachelorette at this time, and our focus is on supporting the family," Disney noted in a statement. Following the news that the reality series would not air as planned, Paul's suitors have taken to social media to share their reactions. - Doug Mason shared on his Instagram Stories, "In light of everything that's happened, I'm just sending out prayers to Taylor because that was her moment and her moment was blocked. All we can do right now is be hopeful. Let's stay positive and show nothing but support for people in need." - Malik Evans also took to Instagram Stories and wrote, "I'm doing okay. Hope to share more soon. Thank you to everyone who has reached out." - Matthew Carroll reposted a video which shared the news of the momentary cancelation and added, "On pause for now. Thank you for everyone's support and thoughtful messages." - Johnnie LaRossa said, "Appreciate everyone reaching out. Grateful for the experience. I've gotta say the group of guys were truly unbelievable. Nothing but respect for them. Love you boys, and any woman would be lucky to have each and every one of them!" Clayton Johnson wrote, "I can honestly say this was one of the best groups of men I've ever been around. So much integrity, respect and heart across the board. Even the tough moments never took away from that. Any woman would be lucky to be with any of these guys." So far, ABC hasn't said whether Season 22 of The Bachelorette will ever see the light of day. Deadline reports that Disney even yanked the first episode off its press screening site around midday Thursday as the internal decision was made to pause this season's rollout. A spokesperson for Paul says in a statement obtained by PEOPLE, "Taylor is very grateful for ABC's support as she prioritizes her family's safety and security. After years of silently suffering extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation, Taylor is finally gaining the strength to face her accuser and taking steps to ensure that she and her children are protected from any further harm." "There are too many women who are suffering in silence as they survive aggressive, jealous ex-partners who refuse to let them move on with their lives. Taylor has remained silent out of fear of further abuse, retaliation and public shaming. She is currently exploring all of her options, seeking support, and preparing to own and share her story." This follows a bad 12 months for The Bachelor franchise after it parked The Bachelorette last season and fired the franchise's two top showrunners for their part in a "toxic" workplace. This was meant to be a triumphant return for the female-led version of the stalwart series, this time featuring a famous face from another popular Disney reality franchise, Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. News broke earlier this week that filming had paused on Season 5 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives due to a domestic assault investigation involving Paul and Dakota Mortensen. Both are regularly featured on the reality show, and very often their tumultuous relationship is on full display, particularly in Season 4, which filmed in the fall. A video that surfaced Thursday shows Paul, in 2023, repeatedly trying to physically attack Mortensen and throwing several metal barstools at him while a child is present, an incident that eventually led Paul to plead guilty to aggravated assault. Draper City Police Department confirmed that there is an open "domestic assault investigation" involving the pair with allegations "made in both directions." Paul also alleged wrongdoing on Mortensen's part in the 2023 case. During a press dinner Monday night, Paul was asked about the news, to which she said: "Honestly, just like, my heart hurts to see it, to go through it, especially at this time. Just the timing is hard, and it's a big deal. I feel like every premiere that I've experienced, I've never enjoyed fully, so this is another one. … It's extremely hard, and it took everything to get me here today." This is not the first time that the Bachelor franchise has been mired in scandal. In fact, it's far from it. That said, none of the previous scandals has resulted in an entire season of the show being scrapped just days before its premiere date. ABC could be out tens of millions of dollars if it can't find a way to salvage "The Bachelorette," according to sources familiar with the show (and the current predicament it finds itself in). That includes license fees to Warner Bros. Unscripted TV, marketing dollars and other loss of revenue. The last-minute pre-emption causes a host of problems — especially because it doesn't own the show, with comes from Warner Bros. TV Group. Warner Bros. distributes the show internationally to outlets like Rogers' Citytv in Canada, so it wasn't clear on Thursday if "The Bachelorette" might still wind up on TV somewhere. (While ABC had immediately scrubbed Paul and "The Bachelorette" from its website by Thursday afternoon, it still appeared on the Citytv+ website, for example.) According to insiders, Warner Bros. execs are taking a wait-and-see approach to what is happening, while staying in contact with ABC. (The studio gets paid the show's license fee regardless of whether the show ever airs.) Sources at the studio were shocked by the video, having found out about it at the same time ABC did on Thursday morning. And yet, some can't say they were surprised by the sudden turn of events. According to sources, Warner Bros. had concerns with casting Paul, given her well-known history of domestic violence — after all, it's documented at the very start of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." ABC, in crisis mode after yanking "The Bachelorette" Season 22 premiere from its schedule amid domestic violence investigations involving star Taylor Frankie Paul, moved quickly to delete as much promotional material for the show as it could from its own website. Within hours of ABC's announcement, the network had removed the Season 22 trailer (captioned "Dare we say… the most dramatic season of 'The Bachelorette' yet?"); Paul's bio and the rest of cast list; and an article plugging "The Bachelorette: Before the First Rose" special preview episode that aired on ABC after the Oscars on March 15. (For now, that episode is still available on abc.com and Hulu; it's set to expire on Monday, March 23, according to the info on Hulu.) However, as of Variety's writing, the show's trailer and dozens of other video clips and photos remained live on internet platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. On YouTube, the Bachelor Nation on ABC channel has a playlist of 33 videos, including the trailer (with more than 1.1 million views). The Bachelorette account on TikTok also still features videos promoting Season 22. On Instagram and Facebook, ABC's official accounts for "The Bachelorette" on Thursday reminded fans that Season 22 was scheduled to premiere on March 22. "Attention, Bachelor Nation: #TheBachelorette is now on Sundays! Don't miss the season premiere this Sunday on ABC. Stream on Hulu!" Those posts went live at 11 a.m. Eastern, just under five hours before ABC said it would no longer premiere "The Bachelorette" S22 on Sunday. As of Friday morning, the tune-in posts were still active, along with dozens of photos and video clips for Season 22. While we'll never see any of Taylor's bachelors receive a rose from her, there's still a chance that some of them could be chosen for Bachelor in Paradise. Apparently, ABC held an emergency virtual meeting yesterday. All 22 doomed Bachelorette contestants were invited to a Zoom meeting, where production offered up consolation prizes. THE LATEST... |
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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Monday Lightning Round |
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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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CBS Media Ventures announces the upcoming slate, featuring renewals and returns of eight fan-favorite and award-winning shows and three exciting new titles joining the lineup for the 2026-2027 broadcast season. Programming renewals include the #1 entertainment news magazine, ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT; the #1 daily news magazine, INSIDE EDITION; the #1 court show still in original production, Emmy-winning HOT BENCH; syndication’s fastest-growing game show, FLIP SIDE; syndication’s #1 new show of the season, THE PERFECT LINE; and the recently announced two-season renewal of THE DREW BARRYMORE SHOW. These join the previously announced renewals of the #1 and #2 shows in syndication, JEOPARDY! and WHEEL OF FORTUNE, which are produced by Sony Pictures Television and distributed domestically by CMV. New programming joining CMV’s slate includes ADAM’S LAW produced by Judge Judy Sheindlin and featuring Judge Adam Levy, family-friendly stalwart AMERICA’S FUNNIEST HOME VIDEOS and high-energy extreme video programming AMERICAN MAYHEM. “From beloved franchises to breakout new series, this upcoming slate reflects the incredible momentum across our entire portfolio and our continued commitment to deliver top-tier original programming for our stations and partners,” said John Budkins, executive vice president of programming and syndication production for CBS Media Ventures and Stations. “With seven of the top 10 most-watched first-run syndicated titles currently on the air, we’re proud to continue to produce and distribute a wide range of high-quality showsthat deliver for audiences, bringing engaging, proven entertainment to viewers in the season ahead.” FULL SLATE 2026-2027 Sony has today announced its intention to back-run Flip Side and The Perfect Line this fall. |
posted 3/25/2026 |
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It began with a teaser on a set in Los Angeles. John Michael Higgins sat in a chair and said... "Did you miss me?" Game Show Network did... and they're doing something about it, bringing back America Says for another run. Billed as a new season, America Says hosted by Higgins is one of Game Show Network's most popular shows. It's where contestants try to guess the top answers that America have answered to fill-in-the-blank survey questions "covering every topic under the sun." Teams of four compete, and the team with the most points at the end of regular play, goes on to the bonus for $15,000. Created & produced by Dave Noll & Cleve Keller & originally launched by Game Show Enterprises in 2018 and running for five seasons, America Says will return to the schedule with new episodes in April. |
posted 3/26/2026 |
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Thursday Lightning Round |
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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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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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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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Monday Lightning Round |
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NBCUniversal will no longer produce first-run syndicated TV programming, ending production of shows like Access Hollywood, Access Live, Karamo and The Steve Wilkos Show in a major strategic shift for the company. Karamo and Steve Wilkos have both completed production, with the new episodes that have been taped airing through the summer. Access Hollywood and Access Live will continue production through the summer before ending their run. "NBCUniversal is making changes to our first-run syndication division to better align with the programming preferences of local stations," said Frances Berwick, chairman of Bravo & Peacock unscripted for NBCUniversal, in a statement. "The company will remain active in the distribution of our existing program library and other off-network titles, while winding down production of our first-run shows. These shows have provided audiences with great talk and entertainment content for many years and we're very proud of the teams behind them." Access Hollywood has been in production for nearly 30 years, with its first episode airing in September 1996. Mario Lopez, Kit Hoover, Scott Evans and Zuri Hall are the show's current hosts. Karamo is hosted by Queer Eye veteran Karamo Brown, and began production in 2022. Steve Wilkos is hosted by Wilkos, the former security guard for Jerry Springer. His show has served as something of a successor to Springer's program, and has been in production since 2007. The two talk shows are produced at NBCU's Stamford Studios facility in Stamford, Connecticut, and the company is expected to vacate the building later in the year. NBCUniversal has determined that the syndicated studio model is not sustainable, given the preferences of local TV stations, which are programming more local and national news, community-focused programming select national franchises. The decision to essentially shut down syndicated production comes a month after the company announced that The Kelly Clarkson Show would end its run later this year. Talk shows in general have been coming under both financial and competitive pressure, with rising costs, waning demand and increased competition from other platforms. Video podcasts in particular have filled some of the gap, picking up more celebrity interviews, investigating true crimes and tackling many of the same subjects as their TV predecessors at a fraction of the price. Access Hollywood, for example, was hit by layoffs last fall in connection with the cancellation of E!'s daily news show. Still, there is no question that it is the end of an era for NBC, and for entertainment journalism with the end of Access. The biggest player in the space, CBS' Entertainment Tonight, is still in production, as is Inside Edition and Extra, which is produced and distributed by Warner Bros. The company will continue to distribute its existing program library to stations and other platforms that want it, including titles like Dateline, Law & Order, Chicago PD, Maury, Jerry Springer, Steve Wilkos and Karamo. |
posted 3/13/2026 |
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Peacock has renewed an eighth season of the hit series "Love Island USA," which once again takes place in Fiji as Ariana Madix returns as host. The new season premieres Tuesday, June 2 at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET. Additionally, season two of "Love Island: Beyond the Villa," featuring fan favorite Islanders from "Love Island USA" season seven, will premiere with two episodes on Wednesday, April 15. The season will continue with a pair of new episodes streaming every Wednesday at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET. As previously announced, the cast will include Bryan Arenales, Gracyn Blackmore, Jeremiah Brown, Clarke Carraway, Amaya Espinal, Hannah Fields, Pepe Garcia, Iris Kendall, TJ Palma, Andreina Santos, Chris Seeley, Belle-A Walker, Coco Watson and Taylor Williams. Also joining the group this season are Charlie Georgio and Austin Shepard. "Love Island: Beyond the Villa" follows former Islanders as they return to their homes after a life-altering summer in Fiji and navigate their newfound fame. Surrounded by familiar faces and past connections, these Islanders test their romantic relationships in the real world, resolve unfinished business with their exes and discover that life outside of the villa comes with its own set of challenges. During its six-week run, "Love Island USA" season seven garnered over 18.4 billion minutes streamed on Peacock. The blockbuster reality series "Love Island USA" scores #1 streaming original title in the United States for six consecutive weeks, further solidifying its massive cultural impact. Season one of "Love Island: Beyond the Villa" ranks as Peacock's #1 highest-reaching unscripted original debut season ever on the platform. "Love Island USA" executive producers include David George, Adam Sher, Ben Thursby-Palmer, Jordana Hochman, Bernie Schaeffer, James Barker, Blake Garrett, Courtney Rosenthal, Sophie Brown, Richard Cowles, Mike Spencer, Tom Gould, Ali Hill and Martin Oxley. Produced by ITV America. The series is based on a format owned by Lifted Entertainment and Motion Entertainment, a WPP Media Company and distributed by ITV Studios. "Love Island: Beyond the Villa" is produced by ITV America in association with Motion Entertainment, a WPP Media Company. David George, Adam Sher, Jordana Hochman, Sarah Howell, Brian Appel, Tom Ciaccio and Blake Garrett executive produce, alongside Ali Hill and Martin Oxley. James Barker is consulting executive producer. |
posted 3/13/2026 |
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Paramount Buys Out Tyler Perry |
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And then there was one. Paramount, which three years ago had three SVOD platforms available in the U.S., will soon have only one. Paramount+ will absorb BET+ at the beginning of June, when more than 1,000 hours of BET+ content – originals, movies, and specials – will migrate to the flagship streamer. The news was just shared internally by BET Networks President Louis Carr in a memo, a copy of which was provided to Deadline by a Paramount spokesperson. "This powerful next step ensures the stories we champion, the creators we support and the culture we represent go further than ever before," Carr wrote. The consolidation – part of the new Paramount leadership's effort to gain scale and improve economics in the streaming space – became possible after Paramount bought out Tyler Perry Studios' ownership in BET+, believed to be 25%. Financial details have not been revealed, but Perry's stake had been valued at tens of millions of dollars. "As part of this evolution, Paramount acquired Tyler Perry Studios' equity stake in BET+," a Paramount spokesperson said in a statement. "We share the same ambition to expand the reach of BET content, and Tyler will continue to be a valued and important partner through his overall programming agreement." Perry's most recent nine-figure overall deal with BET Media Group, which was announced in 2024 and goes until 2028, has him delivering hundreds of new episodes to BET and BET+ (now Paramount+) across existing and new series. premiere on BET+. |
posted 3/13/2026 |
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Fun and games return to NBC this summer as summer's #1 show, "America's Got Talent," is back along with "American Ninja Warrior," "Password" and "The Wall." "AMERICA'S GOT TALENT" - PREMIERE TUESDAY, JUNE 2 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) The 21st season of "America's Got Talent" returns with an all-new lineup of aspiring acts competing for the ultimate $1 million prize. Executive producer Simon Cowell is joined on the judging panel by acclaimed actress and international superstar Sofia Vergara, fan-favorite comedian Howie Mandel and global singer-songwriter Mel B. The dynamic Terry Crews returns as host. Season 21 introduces a fresh mix of performers ready to showcase their talent on the world-famous "AGT" stage. Following the auditions which begin airing on Tuesday, June 2, "America's Got Talent" will kick off the live shows at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium beginning Tuesday, Aug. 18 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) on NBC. Results shows will air Wednesday nights (8-9 p.m. ET/PT). "America's Got Talent" was created by Simon Cowell and is co-produced by Fremantle and Syco Entertainment. Simon Cowell, Sam Donnelly and Natasha Brugler are the executive producers. "PASSWORD" - PREMIERE TUESDAY, JUNE 2 (10-11 p.m. ET/PT) NBC's hit game show "Password" returns with Emmy Award-winners Jimmy Fallon and Keke Palmer for a fun filled third season of the ultimate word showdown. Palmer is back to host as Fallon and a rotating roster of star-studded celebrity guests team up with everyday contestants in an unpredictable battle of wits and words, where teams use one word clues to guess the secret password for a chance to win cash prizes. Building on the classic gameplay that has made the series a fan favorite for decades, Season 3 delivers fast paced rounds packed with outrageous clues, wild guesses, and hilarious moments. Fallon executive produces alongside Jeffrey Breeden, who also serves as showrunner. John Quinn is also an executive producer. "Password" is produced by Fremantle in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio and Electric Hot Dog. "AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR" - PREMIERE MONDAY, JUNE 8 (9-11 p.m. ET/PT) Season 18 of "American Ninja Warrior" is bringing together the country's most elite athletes to conquer the world's most challenging obstacle courses. Hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, are back to call the action in Las Vegas. New this season is an all new round to the competition featuring a supersized three lane racecourse called the Tripleheader, where ninjas will go head to head to head in high speed, side by side races. Continuing with the major changes from last season, the National Finals will follow an action-packed, all-racing format with the winner taking home the $250,000 grand prize. "American Ninja Warrior" is produced by A. Smith & Co. Productions. Executive producers are Arthur Smith, Kent Weed, Anthony Storm, Brian Richardson and Kristen Stabile. "THE WALL" - PREMIERE WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 (9-10 p.m. ET/PT) Hosted by Emmy Award winner Chris Hardwick, "The Wall" is an action-packed game with more than $12 million on the line each night and up to $3 million on a single heart-stopping drop as teammates work together to answer questions to build a huge cash prize. The rules are simple: Get a question correct and a green ball will fall down the four-story wall and add the value of the slot to the players' winning total. Miss a question and an ominous red ball will fall and deduct the value from the team's total. Contestants compete in pairs and must blindly trust their loved ones to make the right decisions during the game to accumulate their earnings. Back this season is the high stakes "Wall to Wall" gameplay, tempting players to risk all seven balls for a chance to win big. Celebrating its 100th milestone episode later this year, "The Wall" continues to change lives through its cash prizes, having given away over $35 million to date. "The Wall" is a collaboration between Fulwell Entertainment's SpringHill Company and Glassman Media with LeBron James, Chris Hardwick, Maverick Carter, Aaron Long, Jessica Otazua, Quintin Strack, Andrew Glassman and Tim Sullivan serving as executive producers. "The Wall" was developed by Glassman Media in conjunction with CORE Media and produced in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group. One show that is not on the list is "Yes Chef!". The Martha Stewart/Jose Andres competition has been canceled. The series "blends the high-stakes thrill of a cooking competition with the raw emotion of personal transformation as it delves into the powerful personalities attracted to the chaotic culinary lifestyle," per the official description. It put a dozen "highly skilled yet rebellious chefs, who have been nominated by their bosses, co-workers, friends and even family, through the ultimate test and challenges designed to push their pressure points." Chef Emily Brubaker won the first season's $250,000 grand prize. |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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Saskatchewan entertainer and founding TeleMiracle host Blake Emmons has died at the age of 81. Emmons was part of the first TeleMiracle in 1977, helping launch what would become one of the province's most enduring annual fundraisers. A country music singer and television personality, Emmons, born Bruce MacKenzie in Toronto, also hosted the CTV series Funny Farm, billed as Canada's answer to Hee Haw, and later co-hosted a nationally syndicated Nashville music program. In 1986, Emmons was tapped to host a new version of "Chain Reaction" for Global & USA Network, leaving after one season due to the show taping in Montreal instead of California as previously agreed. He was replaced by Geoff Edwards. Before "Chain Reaction", Emmons appeared as a contestant on "The Joker's Wild" and a celebrity guest on "Definition". A veteran himself, Emmons helped organize the Wounded Warrior Weekend in Nipawin, an event that brought more than 100 soldiers from across Canada and the United States together to fish, golf, and connect as part of their rehabilitation and recovery from PTSD. |
posted 2/12/2026 |
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Back to the Farm... |
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Love is back in the fields and this time, it's more intimate, more intense and more unpredictable than ever. FOX's hit dating series Farmer Wants a Wife returns for Season Four Tuesday, April 21 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) introducing three new farmers who are ready to put their hearts and their livelihoods on the line in the ultimate search for lasting love. Hosted once again by actress and New York Times bestselling author Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Season Four strips the experience down to the roots, focusing on fewer farmers and deeper connections as a new group of single women leave behind city comforts for muddy boots, early mornings and the promise of forever. Farmer Wants a Wife is the most successful dating show in the world, having aired in 32 countries and resulting in 250 marriages and more than 500 children - proof that true love can grow anywhere. From Midwest cornfields to Southern pastures to a sun-soaked California farm-to-table operation, this season's farmers are the total package: hardworking, heartfelt and undeniably charming. Meet Braden Pridemore, Brett Maverick and Sean Cavanaugh, the farmers of Season Four: For the first time ever, Season Four follows just three farmers, allowing their stories to unfold with more depth, vulnerability and emotional stakes. The result? A season that's more immersive, more romantic and even more hearts break. Fox has revealed the single ladies vying for the hearts of the bachelors on Farmer Wants a Wife. Hosted by 9-1-1: Nashville's Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Season 4 of the dating series is set to premiere on Tuesday, April 21, at 8 p.m. ET. The ladies in Brett's Farm are Breaunna, Cassi, Hanna, Heather, Julia, Lauren, Paige, Quinn, and Stephanie. The ladies in Sean's Farm are Alibeth, Autumn, Brooke, Carson, Emily, Gabriela, Kamyrn, Macey, and Olivia. The ladies in Braden's Farm are Ana Paula, Brittney, Cameron, Caroline, Carsyn, Casey, Faith, Mackenzie, and Nicolette. |
posted 2/11/2026 |
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BBC Remains Faithful to "The Traitors" |
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The Traitors will be a fixture on the BBC until at least 2030. The British broadcaster has signed a three-year deal for the Claudia Winkleman-hosted shows, cementing the format's status as one of the biggest on UK television. The agreement was announced by Tim Davie, the outgoing BBC director-general, during a valedictory speech to The Royal Television Society on Thursday morning. Sat in the audience were Stephen Lambert, The Traitors' producer, and his boss Jane Turton, who runs All3Media, which was merged last week with Banijay. Lambert said: "The Traitors has become a genuine television phenomenon across the world, but especially in the UK, and we're thrilled to continue the journey with the BBC." The BBC's new deal will begin with Season 5 early next year, with a further three seasons planned up until 2030, meaning the show will reach at least Season 8. The Celebrity Traitors' second season will premiere later this year, with a further three seasons planned all the way to late 2029. The three-year deals are usually reserved for the biggest entertainment shows on British television. ITV tends to make similar commitments to Britain's Got Talent, for example. The Celebrity Traitors was the highest-rated show in the UK last year, averaging nearly 15M viewers. The finale's audience of 15.4M made it the best-performing entertainment episode in Britain in nearly a decade, according to the BBC. The Traitors deal was overseen by Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment commissioning for the BBC. The executive producers for Studio Lambert Scotland are Mike Cotton, Sarah Fay, Lewis Thurlow, and Darrell Olsen. The commissioning editors for the BBC are Neil McCallum and Michael Jochnowitz. Created in the Netherlands by IDTV, an All3Media company, The Traitors format was further developed with the RTL Creative Unit and originally produced by IDTV for RTL4. All3Media International is global partner for The Traitors and handles format and tape sales worldwide. |
posted 2/11/2026 |
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Lucky Southern Stars |
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Well-loved broadcaster Daniel Faitaua has been revealed as the host of Celebrity Tipping Point New Zealand, a new local version of the popular quiz show set to air later this year. The primetime celebrity edition will see notable Kiwi personalities take on the show's signature coin-pusher machine in a bid to win money for their chosen charities. Faitaua, a long-time TVNZ journalist and presenter, will guide contestants through the fast-paced quiz format. Players answer general knowledge questions to earn counters which drop into the arcade-style machine in hopes of pushing prizes over the edge. "You can't underestimate how much we as a nation love quizzing and to once again be invited back into your homes and family time to test your general knowledge is such a privilege," Faitaua said. "Expect a show that's livelier, more Kiwiana, with a surprise or two. I'm so excited and can't wait to get stuck in." Each episode will see three celebrity contestants go head-to-head, using their counters in the machine to trigger prizes and mystery rewards that could change the outcome of the game. Celebrity Tipping Point NZ will be produced by Screentime New Zealand. The 10-part series is set to screen on TVNZ 1 and TVNZ+ later this year, with the celebrity lineup and premiere date yet to be announced. |
posted 3/12/2026 |
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Thursday Lightning Round |
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The Floor is returning April 8 on Fox, and they just announced a "game-changing twist." The Rob Lowe-hosted game show features 100 contestants standing in squares with their expert category attached to it. Picked by a randomizer, contestants then face off with a category of their choosing that is connected to them. Whoever conquers the whole floor by the end of the season win $250,000. Ashley Washburn won Season 4 and shared how the twists, including America's Duels, the golden square, and the time boosts, all affected the game. In May 2025, Fox announced that The Floor would return for Season 4 and Season 5. Season 5 of The Floor will premiere on Wednesday, April 8, with a two-hour premiere at 8/7c. In the exclusive clip, linked below, Lowe shared that Season 5 has a"game-changing twist." Whichever contestant wins the most duels will have their spots on the floor frozen. It's called the territory freeze, and it's new for this season. Although the twist wasn't explained fully, the trailer said: "Freeze the Floor, Control the Game." |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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More on "Love Overboard" |
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Hulu has unveiled the cast and premiere date for the Alex Cooper-produced dating reality series, Love Overboard. The show will premiere all nine episodes on Thursday, March 26 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally. U.S. audiences will get a preview of the premiere episode on Sunday, March 22 at 10 p.m. ET on ABC, right after the premiere of The Bachelorette. Gabby Windey hosts Love Overboard, a dating series set on a yacht where sexy singles are ready to mix and mingle … and find love. But there's a twist … gaining access to the yacht's extravagant amenities won't be so simple. As the journey unfolds, romance ignites; alliances form; and hearts are shattered. In the end, only one couple will reign supreme. Who will rise to the top, and who will be left stranded. Who are the contestants on Love Overboard Season 1? Love Overboard is produced by Alex Cooper's production company, Unwell Productions, Jeff Jenkins Productions, in association with 3BMG, and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Cooper will serve as executive producer alongside Matt Kaplan and Mina Lefevre at Unwell Productions; Jeff Jenkins, Russell Jay-Staglik, and Jason Ehrlich at Jeff Jenkins Productions; and Ross Weintraub and Reinout Oerlemans at 3BMG.. |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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Another Castle... |
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Banijay Entertainment's reality competition format The 50 is heading to Italy. Banijay Italia will produce the the sixth international version of the format for Prime Video. Originally created by Banijay France's B-Prod, The 50 sees 50 reality stars compete inside a castle under the control of a mysterious Lion-masked Game Master. Through daily challenges, players gain the power to save others, while those left unprotected are eliminated. As alliances shift, the group works to build a shared jackpot, with the final prize of up to €50,000 awarded, not to the winner, but to one of their supporters. Banijay Italia is home to a slate of titles which includes reality shows L'Isola dei Famosi and Il Collegio; game shows L'Eredità, Don't Forget the Lyrics, Name That Tune; cooking shows Quattro Ristoranti and Bake Off Italia; and talent shows La Corrida, among others. |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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Wednesday Lightning Round |
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Bill Kurtis, the veteran broadcast journalist known for his rich voice, is retiring from the irreverent National Public Radio news quiz show "Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me!" after serving as its judge and scorekeeper for a dozen years. Kurtis, 85, said in a statement that was sent to NPR's editorial staff on Monday that there was no better way to stay young than to give voice to jokes written by people who are fearless in taking down anything and anyone. "What an incredible chapter 'Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me!' is in my life," he said. Before joining the show in 2014, Kurtis was a co-anchor of "CBS Morning News" and narrated the true crime docuseries "Cold Case Files" on the A&E Network. A representative for NPR declined to comment on Tuesday beyond the note sent to the staff. "Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me!," which started in January 1998, is a weekly hourlong quiz program that asks contestants, including call-in listeners and celebrity guests, to test their knowledge of current events in a series of lighthearted, comic segments. Winners — and with Kurtis's generous score-keeping, the odds are often in contestants' favor — receive a custom voice mail greeting recorded by one of the show's regulars. The humorist Peter Sagal has hosted the show since its beginning. The show's first scorekeeper was Carl Kasell, another broadcast journalist with decades of experience. He died in 2018 at the age of 84. Kurtis, who had earlier narrated the Will Ferrell comedy "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy," quickly fit into the role, using his deep and full voice to find the comic potential in even the most mundane headlines. "Almost immediately Bill proved he had the right blend of gravitas and goofiness to succeed on 'Wait Wait,'" the note to the NPR staff said, pointing to his opening introductions each week. "I'm the voice of your aunt's sexual awakening," he would say. Or: "I'm the voice so creamy, you better take some Lactaid." And: "I'm the voice so rich, it makes you sign a prenup." On the March 7 episode, Kurtis introduced himself as a "voice so powerful, I command the clocks to spring forward." Sagal said in the same note to staff members that he could never believe that a newsman of Kurtis's stature would "stoop to doing our silly little show." After hundreds of shows, Sagal said, "I still can't quite believe it, but am incredibly grateful to have been wrong." Kurtis's last show will be May 23. |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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"America's Culinary Cup" Begins |
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AMERICA'S CULINARY CUP announced today the 14 renowned Guest Judges bringing the heat and key expertise to CBS' new high-stakes cooking competition this season, beginning with the March 11 episode. Joining host and executive producer Padma Lakshmi, as well as chef judges Michael Cimarusti and Wylie Dufresne, each culinary expert will offer specialized insight in evaluating a challenge centered around one of the series' ten culinary commandments: meat, vegetables, sauces, dessert, innovation, taste, sustainability, world cuisine, consistency, culinary science and technology - the very principles that define greatness in the kitchen. The ultimate culinary showdown, which features 16 of the nation's most elite chefs competing for the biggest cash prize in culinary television history - $1 million - airs Wednesdays (9:30-10:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Introducing AMERICA'S CULINARY CUP Guest Judges |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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Roku Bolsters Game Show Channels |
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The Roku Channel has recently been building out an extensive collection of game show channels, catering to fans of classic competitions, high-stakes challenges, and family-friendly entertainment. With a diverse array of programming that spans decades of television history, the addition underscores Roku's commitment to expanding its ad-supported content library, making it easier for users to access hours of engaging, interactive-style shows directly on their smart TVs, streaming devices, or mobile apps. The expansion comes at a time when streaming services are increasingly focusing on niche genres to retain audiences amid growing competition for The Roku Channel. Game shows, known for their blend of excitement, strategy, and humor, have seen a resurgence in popularity, drawing in viewers of all ages who enjoy the thrill of contestants vying for prizes or outsmarting opponents. By incorporating these channels, The Roku Channel not only revives beloved formats from the past but also includes contemporary hits that have captivated global audiences. This move is expected to enhance user engagement, as game shows often encourage repeat viewings and social discussions, turning passive watching into an active experience. A total of 25 dedicated game show channels have been added, covering everything from price-guessing classics to survival-based adventures and culinary showdowns. This impressive count reflects Roku's strategy to curate a comprehensive selection, ensuring there's something for every taste, whether it's lighthearted trivia or intense physical feats. The channels draw from various production eras and networks, providing a mix of American staples and international favorites. Viewers can now dive into marathon sessions, reliving iconic moments like dramatic reveals or buzzer-beating answers, all streamed seamlessly with minimal interruptions. Here is the full bullet-pointed list of the newly added game show channels: |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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The Price Is Right Tonight... TONIGHT! |
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Howie Mandel gets pitched a lot of jobs. Hosting The Price Is Right Tonight was the first one he said yes to immediately after hearing the name of the show. "They didn't even finish the name of the show in the sentence when I shouted 'yes,'" said Mandel. "The original The Price Is Right program turns 70 this year. It's ubiquitous, everybody loves it, and now I have a chance to come home and do it." Along with Mandel, 70, the cast includes model and former Miss Universe Canada winner Ashley Callingbull, 26, and Toronto Blue Jays lead announcer Ben Shulman, 24. This program is set to air in prime time, premiering March 10 on Citytv or Citytv+. Mandel, who also returns as a judge on the 20th anniversary season of America's Got Talent this year, says The Price Is Right Tonight is a supercharged Canadian take on the original version. "It's very rare for Canada to take something that already exists globally and make it bigger, better and more exciting. And it is," he said. "We added tension, twists, more time with the people, and all those things in the iconic game you know and love like Cliffhanger and Plinko, but amped up. "That's why we call it The Price Is Right Tonight, because I wanted a prime-time, exciting show more like Deal Or No Deal than a softer, daytime show." |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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Meredith Vieira's "25 Words or Less" is coming back for another season. Announcing the renewal, the show posted on its socials: "It's official! We're filming season 8 this summer and we're so grateful for everyone who keeps watching!" That is not all, because the announcement continued: "Stay tuned for more announcements about our LIVE episodes (yes, they're back!) and casting details. Based on the board game of the same name, "25 Words or Less" challenges civilian/celebrity teams to come up with key words & phrases by conveying as few words as possible for a shot at $10,000. It premiered as a regular series after a nationwide test run in 2018, but since 2020, the show has filmed in virtual Zoom-like pods. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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Canada Returns to the Runway |
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Crave has renewed Project Runway Canada for a second season, as the reality competition opens casting. The series produced by Bell Media and hosted by Coco Rocha is set to return to helm the fashion design competition. Rocha will be joined by judges Jeanne Beker and Spencer Badu, with Aurora James also set to return as mentor. Production on Season 2 begins this summer in Toronto and debuts on Crave later this year. Project Runway Canada is based on the Fremantle format created by Eli Holzman in 2004 and owned by Spyglass Media Group. The reality competition was first adapted for Canadian audiences in 2007 and aired for two seasons, ending in 2009. The Crave revival returned in 2025 and was won by Toronto-based designer Leeland Mitchell. The designer captured viewers' attention and cultivated a loyal following of hopeful designers and fashion aficionados. For designers looking to showcase their talent and design vision, and compete for the title of Canada's "Next Great Designer," and a career-launching investment of $100,000. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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Rest in Peace... |
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The Sun is reporting that Channel 4's high-concept series "The Inheritance", a ratings flop when the contest eventually dropped in August, will be canceled after one season The show from Studio Lambert, the makers of The Traitors, featured Elizabeth Hurley as a dead heiress whose fortune the contestants were battling to get a hold of. Rob Rinder featured as a co-host, the executor of her "estate". A TV insider said: "The Inheritance has been widely viewed as a flop, despite all the publicity and having a big star at its heart. "Channel 4 maintains no decision has been made on its future, but many people involved in the debut series are working on the basis that it isn't returning. "Of course there may be some huge changes of mind and the show enjoys a stay of execution, but all the signs are that this is another expensive flop and they're likely to quit while they're behind." The debut episode only attracted half a million views when it debuted, though the ratings grew substantially once catch-up was thrown into the mix. But that still saw it viewed by a relatively modest 1.5 million over 14 days. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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NBC has ordered a sophomore season of the hit reality adventure series "Destination X." Hosted by actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan ("The Walking Dead," "The Boys"), the innovative series combines spectacular adventure travel and immersive gameplay with the ultimate guessing game. Produced by Twofour and Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group, production on "Destination X" will begin later this year. "Destination X" was the #1 new show of the summer and reached more than 20 million viewers across all platforms. It also stands as the best alternative series launch on Peacock. "'Destination X' is returning with the world as our playground to deliver new unforgettable adventures that will keep viewers guessing every step of the way," said Sharon Vuong, EVP, Unscripted Programming, NBC. "With the incomparable Jeffrey Dean Morgan back at the helm, season two promises to deliver surprising twists and push boundaries even further." "'Destination X' pushes the boundaries of what unscripted television can deliver with a truly global experience that feels cinematic, exhilarating and unlike anything else on TV," said Toby Gorman, President, Universal Television Alternative Studio. "With this new season, we're dialing everything up even more, taking both the contestants and the audience on adventures that are bigger, bolder and completely unexpected." Merging fantasy with reality in this larger-than-life adventure competition series, contestants embark on the road trip of a lifetime but have no idea of their location. In order to win, they must figure out their mystery locations. Once they're on the blacked-out Destination X bus, the journey transforms into a real-life game board, with challenges designed to offer clever clues as to their location, along with a few misdirects to keep them guessing. At the end of each episode, the contestant who places an X on a map farthest from the actual location packs their bags. The first participant to reach the final Destination X will be crowned the winner and take home $250,000. Casting for season two is currently underway. For those who love international travel, adventure and outsmarting the competition, applicants can visit https://dx.castingcrane.com/. Based on the award-winning Belgian format, the series was created by Geronimo and is distributed globally by Be-Entertainment. "Destination X" for NBC is produced by Twofour, part of ITV Studios, and Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group. Andy Cadman, Sophie Alcock, Darren Brown, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Emanuel Vanderjeudg executive produce alongside Twofour's Dan Adamson and Shireen Abbott. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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