Amy Schumer dropped out of originalBarbiemovie because it 'didn't feel feminist and cool'

“I think we said it was scheduling conflicts. That’s what we said. But it really was just like, creative differences.” Amy Schumer; Margot Robbie in ‘Barbie’.Getty; Warner Bros. Amy Schumerwasn’t feeling life in plastic while developing a previous version of the upcoming live-actionBarbiemovie. “I can’t wait to see the movie. I think it looks awesome. I think we said it was scheduling conflicts. That’s what we said. But it really was just like, creative differences....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · Stephen White

Amy Schumer's food poisoning story makes Ellen DeGeneres laugh

Amy Schumer thought her relationship was over after a vacation gone wrong. I knew it was over, joked Schumer, animatedly explaining how her symptoms manifested. I was like the fountain onFriends…Thats when I learned not to throw up in a wicker basket. Credit: Michael Rozman/Warner Bros. Schumer was so sick that sheended up being hospitalized. Thanks to social media, she was able to share several photos from her unfortunate hospital visit on Instagram....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 98 words · Beverly Fowler

Amy Winehouse through the years

Looking back on the Grammy-winning singer’s legacy Amy Winehouse through the years Amy Winehouse in 2003 Amy Winehouse performing in London in 2003 Amy Winehouse in North London in February 2003 Amy Winehouse at the Mobo Awards nominations in London on Sept. 2, 2003 Amy Winehouse performing at Bush Hall in London on Dec. 2, 2003 Amy Winehouse on Jan. 12, 2004 Amy Winehouse at the Barfly Club on March 2, 2004 Amy Winehouse on March 11, 2004 Amy Winehouse at the Barbican Theatre in London on April 5, 2004 Amy Winehouse at the annual Nationwide Mercury Music Prize Presentation at the Grosvenor House in London on Sept....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 359 words · David Lee

An A.I. version ofSeinfeldexists and — yada yada yada — it's extremely bizarre

And yes, it is just as weirdly wonderful as you think it is. “Nothing, Foreveris a show about nothing, that happens forever. Okay, strange is a bit of an understatement. Larry performing stand-up in ‘Nothing, Forever.'.Watch Me Forever/Twitch In one segment, Yvonne reveals that she believes aliens are running the local fish market. In trueSeinfeldfashion, Larry also performs his own, albeit extremely discordant, stand-up comedy too. During one routine, Larry recounts meeting and then having an entire conversation with a jet-setting pug wearing sunglasses....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Kaitlyn Carter

An alarming first look at season 6 ofThe Eric Andre Show

Eric Andre or is that Eros Andre? New look, same divinely disturbing comedy. When he does return,Eric Andrewill appear in a new form, per his usual seasonal transmogrification. Eric Andre in season 6 of ‘The Eric Andre Show’.Adult Swim He’s also in the voice cast of Netflix animated comedyDisenchantment. And never forget that he gave youthis. Eric Andre in season 6 of ‘The Eric Andre Show’.Adult Swim

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 67 words · Heidi Manning

An Alfred Hitchcock film inspired a keyDownton Abbey: A New Eraplot line

Downton producer Gareth Neame’s grandfather worked on Hitchcock’s 1929 thriller Blackmail. After 100-plus years as an art form, film is nothing if not self-referential. “I felt this is how the owners must feel,” she tells EW. Ben Blackall/Focus Features; Everett Collection “Sometimes you do see them. They don’t get involved, but they are around sometimes. It’s quite high-alert. It was a window into like what it must feel like for them....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Ariana Wright

An ER visit and Etsy shopping spree: How Jeremy Strong transformed forTrial of the Chicago 7

So right away I was working on the physical element." “It’s my favorite kind of problem.” He was determined to replicate the real-life Rubin’s affinity for bracelets, buttons, and headbands. Credit: NIKO TAVERNISE/NETFLIX “I did a deep dive on eBay and Etsy,” says Strong. “This floral headband became my sort of talisman I wore everywhere.” Yet, he did make a few exceptions for Rubin. NICO TAVERNISE/NETFLIX “Part of the style of the ’60s counterculture movement was an act of defiance,” Strong says....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 151 words · Teresa Fuller

An exclusive look at 47 of fall 2021's new and returning shows

“What a glamorous job!” says Lachey, whose character is a “badass” single mom of two kids. “I literally say daily, ‘I love my job.’ RuPaul and Lauren Ash get wild in ‘Chicago Party Aunt.'.Netflix This island truly has a magical spirit. It was pretty easy to sell [my husband Nick] and the kids on moving here.” They wanted him to have three! CBS Three what he means on Sept. 20....

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 964 words · Jenna Thomas

An ode to Angela Bassett's arms — and the power they possess

Oscar or not, Angela Bassett’s strength means more than any award ever could. I’ve been watchingAngela Bassettmovies ever since I can remember. (And in many ways, my job at EW!) Jackie O’Brien, Angela Bassett, and Laurence Fishburne in ‘What’s Love Got to Do With It’.D. Stevens/Buena Vista Pictures/Everett Although all four give memorable performances, Bassett’s monologue during the car-burning scene is unforgettable. (And most importantly, that friends never let friends drunk dial their ex....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 131 words · Maria Barnett

An ode to Jennifer Coolidge as the iconic Karen inThe Watcher

The most legendary delivery of profanity in TV history? Warning: This article contains spoilers forThe Watcher. Some queens are queens because of their talent. Jennifer Coolidge’s best moments as Karen in ‘The Watcher’.Netflix (3) We stan a lady who thinks, “F— a commission!” to herself, yet still gets an offer without lifting a finger. Queen of not knowing how to do her job! Jennifer Coolidge’s Karen wants more wine in ‘The Watcher’....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Emma Fisher

An ode to season 4 ofJersey Shore Family Vacation, the trip we needed

The fourth season of MTV’s reality revivalJersey Shore Family Vacationalmost didn’t happen. Fortunately for theJersey Shorecast, they didn’t come this far just to come this far. Thursday’s midseason finale united friends, enemies, spouses, strippers, and one uncle. Dusty Kessler/MTV A new generation is rising. DEREK LAWRENCE:Darren, our family vacation is over. Oh, and let’s not forget thatDr. Dusty Kessler/MTV Drewof all people jetted in to save our favorite dysfunctional family....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 653 words · Evan Williams

Ana de Armas channeled 'inappropriate' paparazzi attention into playing Marilyn Monroe inBlonde

“I don’t know how you’re able to find protection.” This post has been updated accordingly. Intrusive paparazzi are not a girl’s best friend. Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas.Amy Sussman/Getty Images; Samir Hussein/WireImage “It was one of the things that brought me closer to Marilyn. She loved what she did. She loved the profession, and she respected it very much. She just didn’t receive that back.” But the spotlight on her personal life only intensified during her well-documented relationship withBen Affleck....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Robert Martinez

Ana de Armas learned English by watchingFriends, calls Chandler Bing the 'best' tutor inSNLmonologue

“I mean, look at me now. Could I be any better at English?” Ana de Armaslearned English the same way most immigrants do: by watching the hit sitcomFriends. Ana de Armas hosts ‘Saturday Night Live’.Will Heath/NBC via Getty “Who would have thought that the best English tutor would be Chandler Bing? I mean, look at me now. Could Ibeany better at English?” The line is in reference to acatchphrase popularizedbyMatthew Perry’s Chandler....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 151 words · Maria Woods