Aidy Bryant on 'taking the reins' in her new Hulu seriesShrill

Its grounded and tenderly funny, a slice-of-life that centers on a character typically relegated to the margins. For Bryant, who also serves as co-executive producer, this was all very much by design. They really let me take the reins, she tells EW. Allyson Riggs/Hulu Working closely with West and showrunner Ali Rushfield, Bryant looked inward to authentically tell Annies story. We just wanted to have a fat character with a normal life, she says....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 579 words · Amanda Johnson

Aimee Agresti's new novelCampaign Widowsmakes politics fun again

Only, theyre not really alone. I didnt know anything about how campaigns work. He looked at me and said, No, no, no. Credit: Abby Greenawalt I quickly learned just how insane that campaign world is. Luckily, nothing crazy happened when my husband was on the trail! I wanted all of the women to struggle with that in their own way. Graydon House So Reagan is a mother of two whose husband is off on the campaign trail....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 357 words · Austin Villa

Aisha Jackson makes first appearance as Anna in Disney'sFrozenon Broadway

Do you want to build a snowman? It was the first time Jackson has stepped in for Murin sinceFrozenopened on Broadwayearlier this month. Tonight we made #blackhistory with @gifted2sing playing Princess Anna in Frozen! Credit: Aisha Jackson/Instagram I am so blown away by the professionalism and talent of this company! #wakandaforever CONGRATS AISHA!!!!!! #frozen#blackbroadway #kristanna. Jacksonalso shared the newson her Instagram andposted another messageafter the show, writing, Last night was simply amazing....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Kimberly Aguilar

Al Michaels apologizes for Harvey Weinstein joke during Sunday Night Football

Sorry I made a reference earlier. I tried to be a little flip about somebody obviously very much in the news all over the country. It was not meant in that manner. So my apologies, and we will just leave it at that,Michaels said. Michaels was criticized for his joke online. Weinstein has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women, some of whom have alleged sexual assault. Mr. Weinstein has begun counseling, has listened to the community and is pursuing a better path....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Samantha Hickman

Alabama Public Television refuses to airArthurepisode with same-sex wedding

The 22nd season premiere ofArthurwas praised by many forits depiction of a same-sex weddingthrough the character of Mr. Ratburn. For others, it was considered inappropriate. We also know that children who are younger than the target audience for Arthur also watch the program. Credit: PBS Kids Because of this, we felt it would be a violation of trust to broadcast the episode. McKenzie did not immediately respond to EWs request for comment....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Kevin Harvey

Aladdinstar Mena Massoud talks Will Smith, Jasmine, and filming 'A Whole New World'

I literally found out on a Wednesday and I started on a Friday, Massoud tells EW. To me, it was just one of the biggest opportunities in my career so far. Im predominately an actor first, Massoud explained. Credit: Disney Were really grounding this in realism now. If you watch any of Guys films, he has a great balance of comedy and dramatic moments. You land your first major movie lead role and get paired withWill Smith as the Genie....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Steven Bonilla

Aladdinstar Naomi Scott breaks down Princess Jasmine's revamped turquoise outfit and whole new wardrobe

The film features around 10 new outfits for Jasmine, all of which trace the arc of her story. “The film is a celebration of the beauty of Arab culture,” Wilkinson adds. See the exclusive images and details of Jasmine’s wardrobe below. Credit: Daniel Smith/Disney Wilkinson updated the look with a flesh-colored bodice and flowing pants embroidered with crystals and gilded peacock feathers. I think was really important and I think we got the balance....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Mary Johnson

Aladdinstar Will Smith talks Robin Williams and bringing a hip-hop flavor to Genie

And then that opened up for me… hip-hop, it opened up fashion. Robins version of the Genie very much incorporated his style of comedy and stand-up, his talent for impressions. The thing that will be the major addition from me playing the Genie is the hip-hop base. Credit: Daniel Smith/Disney I think thatll be fun for people. I think itll stand out as unique even in the Disney world. There hasnt been a lot of that hip-hop flavor in Disney history!...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 229 words · Brittany Thornton

Aladdinstays one jump ahead of box office competition to win Memorial Day weekend

DisneysAladdinis riding that magic carpet to the top of the box office. Mena Massoud and Naomi Scott also star as Aladdin and Jasmine. With its expectation-busting success,Aladdinalso marks director Guy Ritchies strongest box office opening ever. Daniel Smith/Disney Reeves is a major box office draw in this franchise, with each title exceeding the previous ones. This puts the film solidly in third place in its fifth weekend at the box office....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 170 words · Autumn Jones

Aladdintrailer: See how the live-action adaptation compares side-by-side with the original

His vest shows a little less skin with a shirt underneath, though. From the trailer, it looks like this time around, Jafar will still look like actor Marwan Kenzari. No complaints for more Hot Jafar! Disney (2) He shares the Robin Williams iteration’s high-pony and penchant for pointing. reset the way in the old bazaar You’re gonna love this guy! Aladdiner, we mean, Prince Ali always has a world-class menagerie, and that includes an elephant....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Jordan Robertson

Alan Cumming looks back on his various mutations

He was pretty slimy. He had this inhalation of breath, which was so creepy. I did this funny little laugh with a slimy giggle. Matthew Eisman/Getty Images People watch it several times a week there are weekly parties! Its funny because I dont know the film that well. Ive seen it a couple of times in my life, but I havent watched it for many years. Everett Collection This one time I was at someones house and they put the film on....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Zachary Weber

Alanna Masterson weighs in on Tara'sWalking Deadfate

Man, the Hilltop just cannot catch a break. First, Maggie took off. Then Jesus was cut down by a Whisperer. Jackson Lee Davis/AMC (Also ensure to read our interviews withKatelyn Nacon, who plays Enid, andshowrunner Angela Kang.) Tara has been extremely fun to bring to life. What was your last day on set like? It was freezing cold and we were all huddled around talking and laughing. The crew is my family, and Im going to miss them terribly....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 170 words · Anita Mclaughlin

Alec Baldwin breaks silence on James Toback sexual misconduct claims

Id always heard Jimmy was peculiar, he continued. Id heard of that. But in my time with Jimmy, it was absolutely, positively business. Credit: Dominique Charriau/WireImage Toback was initially accused of sexual misconduct by 38 women in theLos Angeles Timesstory. The paper later reported that more than 300 women have come forward with similar allegations. When contacted byRolling Stonebefore theLos Angeles Timesstory published, the filmmaker offered a volatile response in denying any wrongdoing....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Tina Rogers