The main reason to be grateful forOutlanderis Claire Fraser

Is it me or does it feel as though 2014 was a million years ago? If thats not living the dream, what is? But the main reason to be grateful forOutlanderhas a long name: President Claire Elizabeth Beauchamp Randall Fraser. Ed Miller/Starz One of those epithets isnt official. Way back in 2014 a lifetime ago Outlanderwas already exploring all those ideas. But it always comes back to its core relationship: Claire and her desires....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 278 words · Dr. Ashley Jones

The making ofThe Mars Room: Rachel Kushner's harrowing journey inside the prison system

WhenRachel Kushner set out to writeThe Mars Room, there were a few things she knew immediately. She knew she wanted it to take place inside an institution maybe a prison. On second thought,The Mars Roomwas definitely going to be about a prison. Credit: Scribner “About all the parts of the criminal justice system that are so subtle most people don’t notice. Did we mentionThe Mars Roomis funny? They’re still waiting for the guide to the guide to the handbook....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 325 words · Robin King

The Mandalorianis described as Clint Eastwood inStar Wars

Hes a peacetime Mandalorian. So far, the story of this new Disney+ series has stumpedStar Warshistorians. The first episode debuts when the Disney+ streaming service launches on Nov. 12. Credit: Melinda Sue Gordon/Lucasfilm And hes a badass. Hes got alotof Clint Eastwood in him, Pascal said. Kennedy began by describing Favreau first pitching the idea for the show. François Duhamel/Lucasfilm We were so excited there was an opportunity to bring this to the screen, Kennedy said....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 534 words · Michelle Meza

The many players in the Shondaland Repertory Theater

But before he started romancing Olivia Pope and B613-ing all over the place, he was Henry Burton onGreys. Henry came to the hospital as a patient who didnt have insurance. He married Teddy in exchange for life-saving insurance, but eventually ended up falling in love. ABC; Illustration by EW Liza Weil All praise Liza Weil, queen of the quick-talking monologue. She honed her skills early on with Amy Sherman-Palladino’sGilmore Girlsbanter and it has served her well in Shondaland....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 219 words · Dylan Wilson

The Marvelous Mrs. Maiselcostume designer takes us inside the marvelous looks

“Everything with Midge starts with an accessory,” says her mother Rose (Marin Hinkle). “These sort of elements really assert the character’s personality. It’s always about putting your best foot forward and an optimism that runs in the character.” Nicole Rivelli/Amazon Midge Maisel is a walking late 1950s fashion plate in the new series fromGilmore Girlscreator Amy Sherman-Palladino. Let’s start with sketches For Zakowska, the process began with an intense period of research....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 373 words · George Garcia

The Marvelous Mrs. Maiselseason 1 recaps: Catch up before season 2

I wanted to applaud when she first swaggered into view). Episode 2 Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme What a difference a day makes. But alas, he truly loves Midge, so he follows her uptown. Credit: AMAZON PRIME What could possibly go wrong? The dinner, of course, goes horrendously. Midge returns home from her pot-filled night at the Vanguard and Joel is there waiting for her. Amazon He begs for her back, but she refuses him....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Nancy Baker

The Masked Singer's Rabbit speaks: 'Everybody correctly guessed me from day one'

Some bunny didnt deserve to go. But two eliminations had to occur on Wednesdays installment ofThe Masked Singer,so Rabbits time had come. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY Did it take much to convince you to do this show?JOEY FATONENot really. Credit: Michael Becker/FOX I love doing fun things like this. I forget when I got the first call onDancing with the Stars. I was hesitant on that one. It took me up to season 4 to go, oh lets do it....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 656 words · Rebecca Wilson

The Masked Singer: Reviewing all this week's musical performances

Nothing about this world is surprising anymore. Example number seven thousand from this month: The ratings success ofThe Masked Singer. I am already hooked. Credit: Michael Becker / FOX Like, I want to plan a Masked Karaoke party. Like, I look at Monster and see myself. So I watched Wednesdays third episode and reviewed all five masked musical numbers. Michael Becker / FOX. The results were beyond cromulent! Lions song choice was an absolute Ms....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Tara Rose

The Masked Singerboss previews season 2: New characters, bigger secrets

Now that Fox’s surreal-yet-captivating breakout hitThe Masked Singerhas beenrenewed for a season 2, we havea lotof questions. Plestis also gave us a preview of what’s to come in season 2. “So it feels fresh and different. Michael Becker/FOX You also might see some of the older characters come back, but not in a competition way. You never want to say completely goodbye to the Hippo.” “It keeps me up at night, and I’m not kidding you,” Plestis says....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Angela Dickerson

The Masked Singeris returning for a second season on Fox

The march of the masked celebrities will continue on Fox. The show is hosted by Nick Cannon. We look forward to season 2 being even more fun, weird and wonderful than the first. Credit: Michael Becker / FOX The series premiere earned a whopping 4.2 rating in adults and 13 million viewers. Its also this best new show debut and the No. 1 reality telecast of the last two seasons, bestingThe Voice,American IdolandAmericas Got Talent....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · John Jacobson

The Masked Singerunicorn speaks: 'God, it was so much scarier than I thought'

Themagical unicornsaid goodbye on Wednesdays installment ofThe Masked Singer.Here, the voice behind the mask the incomparable Tori Spelling! ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY You were really tearing up! I was very flattered by what Ken said but it was the whole thing. Credit: Michael Becker / FOX Honestly, I said no to the show three times and it kept coming back around. I only said no because two of my biggest fears are performing in front of people and singing....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Pamela Alexander

The Mavericks sayHey! Merry Christmas!on new holiday album

Multifaceted rockersThe Mavericksbring tidings of comfort and joy on their spirited new holiday albumHey! “You’re really never inspired to write Christmas songs. During the holidays you’re inundated with the stuff. Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images It’s like ‘Oh damn, I didn’t write my Christmas record.'” That’s my inspiration." Adds Perez, “I’d like to believe that it does.” THE KEY TO TIMELESSNESS? “We all aspire to the greats that have come before.”...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Chase Case

The Mayorstar Brandon Micheal Hall literally ran across New York when he was cast

But in a strange way, the actor predicted his big break. I made it as specific as possible. He got a call from his agents and stepped outside. Im down on 14th and 8th Avenue, down at the MatchaBar. I tell you, I ran from 8th Avenue all the way down to Union Square and back. [My writing partner] just remembered watching me taking off, me just flying down the street....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 135 words · Luke Mayer