‘Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show’ HBO Documentary Review

Comedian Jerrod Carmichael’s new show is obnoxiously compelling. It’s compelling because Carmichael cannot seem to help being electrically charismatic, and because the series moves through stories and ideas with an ease that belies the challenge of good pacing. It’s obnoxious because the only thing more trying than a vanity project is a vanity project that… Continue reading ‘Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show’ HBO Documentary Review

Annual rail road show attracts hundreds to Lyons Township HS

For one day on Saturday, hundreds of visitors in La Grange got a chance to take a peek into the past at the annual All American Railroad Show, a sprawling display of bustling downtowns, classic cars and a look at what once connected most American towns and cities — the railroad. The rolling stock included… Continue reading Annual rail road show attracts hundreds to Lyons Township HS

‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Sequel Show: Everything We Know

Everything is what it seems. The Russos are back! Photo: Bob D’Amico/Disney Channel Finally, the eldest boy has won something. Disney Channel has greenlit a Wizards of Waverly Place sequel series, giving David Henrie the opportunity to reprise his role as oldest wizard sibling Justin Russo. After starring in a pilot episode, Henrie is officially… Continue reading ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Sequel Show: Everything We Know

Chicago-area vet, dog show judge arrested on child porn charges – Chicago Tribune

Good afternoon, Chicago. A Chicago-area veterinarian who is a well-known judge on the national dog show circuit has been arrested on child pornography charges alleging he chatted online about a plan to sexually assault his newborn son, posting ultrasound images and photos of baby outfits as proof of the child’s pending arrival. Here’s what else… Continue reading Chicago-area vet, dog show judge arrested on child porn charges – Chicago Tribune

Bowen Yang’s ‘Ethan’ Unveils New Award Show on SNL

Upset about this year’s Oscar snubs? Fear not, there’s a new alternative. Bowen Yang took to Weekend Update on this week’s Saturday Night Live as “A Guy Named Ethan,” to share his take on this year’s films. “I actually started my own award show, for movies that really amused me, Ethan!” he said, before announcing… Continue reading Bowen Yang’s ‘Ethan’ Unveils New Award Show on SNL

Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake Revive Barry Gibb Talk Show

What better showcase of Justin Timberlake’s history of memorable characters and sketches as a recurring presence on Saturday Night Live than “The Barry Gibb Talk Show” — a sketch in which he famously barely speaks? This weekend’s SNL marked the seventh installment of the sketch, which first debuted over 20 years ago in 2003, likely… Continue reading Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake Revive Barry Gibb Talk Show

Jon Stewart Is Returning to The Daily Show

Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images One of the highlights of the 2023 Emmy Awards was comedian and former Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr. taking the stage to celebrate the show’s Outstanding Variety Talk Series win and silently mouthing, “Please hire a host. We don’t care which host, just hire a host.” The Daily Show has… Continue reading Jon Stewart Is Returning to The Daily Show

Jacob Elordi Crashes “Short King” Dating Show on SNL

Against all odds, Jacob Elordi was crowned a short king on Saturday Night Live this weekend. In a sketch featuring a Bachelor-like dating show centered on “short kings,” Chloe Fineman’s Tiffany had to choose between three remaining suitors under 5’8”. But before she can pick Kevin, Harold, or Tiny Teddy (“It’s just Teddy”), there’s one final twist. Enter Jackson (Elordi), who… Continue reading Jacob Elordi Crashes “Short King” Dating Show on SNL

Pharrell Debuts Mumford & Sons, Miley Cyrus Songs at LV Show

Photo: Marc Piasecki/WireImage Pharrell Williams blurred lines between music and fashion at this year’s Paris Fashion Week. If you’ll recall, the producer succeeded the late Virgil Abloh as creative director of LV’s menswear section last year. On Tuesday, the fashion house’s men’s fall-winter show debuted not only clothing designs, but also Pharrell music. That included… Continue reading Pharrell Debuts Mumford & Sons, Miley Cyrus Songs at LV Show

Everything We Know About Amazon’s Fallout TV Show

Photo: Prime Video/YouTube Ella Purnell’s time on Yellowjackets may be over, but she’s ready to set the world on fire in a new series for Amazon. Purnell joins Walton Goggins as the stars of a new show based on the long-running Fallout video-game franchise. Set in a dieselpunk post-nuclear wasteland, the Fallout games explore issues… Continue reading Everything We Know About Amazon’s Fallout TV Show