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Fan’s Twitter plea for “national security protection” for nearly 100-year-old Betty White goes viral

Betty White is arguably one of Hollywood's most beloved stars, and now, with her 100th birthday fast approaching, one fan's plea to make sure Betty gets there has gone viral. The Twitter user known as Heyoka's heartfelt plea reads, "Betty White is...3 months away from 100; please provide her with national security protection and wrap her safely in bubble wrap;...

In video blog, Jeannie Mai says she “can’t believe” she’s pregnant

While it's no surprise that Jeannie Mai is pregnant with her first child with her husband, Jeezy, the actress-turned-The Real host is still pretty shocked. In a new episode of her Hello Hunnay YouTube channel, Mai explained that she never pictured herself being in a baby way.  "If you took every penny I had and everything I loved and bet that...

‘The Harder They Fall’ hits Hollywood; Watch trailer to Halle Berry’s directorial debut, ‘Bruised’; and more

Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Tiffany Haddish were just some of the stars that showed up and showed out at Netflix's The Harder They Fall special screening in Los Angeles. Held on Wednesday night at The Shrine, the event included an impressive group of A-list film and music talent that came out to support singer-songwriter...

Credit app using ‘Squid Game’ cards to warn customers about debt

In a clever marketing gimmick, a company that helps customers get out of credit card debt has been slipping Squid Game cards underneath their doors.  For those few who haven't seen Netflix's biggest series launch of all time, getting one of those mysterious business cards -- decorated only with a circle, a triangle and square -- usually means...

The house featured on ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ can be yours for $2 million

If you've long admired the house Sabrina Spellman called home on Sabrina the Teenage Witch, it can now be yours -- if you can afford the $2 million price tag. The Victorian-style house, which served as the exterior of the Spellman family home on the '90s sitcom, was recently listed for $1.95 million, reports the Asbury Park Press. Located in Freehold, New Jersey...

Phasers set to “stunned”: George Takei labels William Shatner an “unfit guinea pig” after spaceflight

There's nothing colder than space: except maybe Star Trek star Geoge Takei.  William Shatner's record-breaking flight to space on Wednesday didn't put any space between Takei and his longstanding grudge against his former co-star. "He's boldly going where other people have gone before," Takei sniffed to Page Six, while in New York City at the Wednesday night opening of the play Thoughts...

Ray J released from Miami hospital after battling pneumonia

Ray J has been released from a Miami hospital and is back home after suffering from pneumonia. TMZ reports that he was released over the weekend. The Love & Hip Hop Hollywood star is no longer using an inhaler and needing oxygen. As previously reported, last week the singer/actor was feeling positive about his recovery. "I appreciate all the...

Television Academy Foundation announces Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship Fund

The Television Academy Foundation, the charitable arm of the Television Academy, has announced the establishment of the Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship Fund, in honor of the beloved Jeopardy! host who died of pancreatic cancer in 2020.  The foundation, launched with a gift of $50,000 from Jeopardy! Executive Producer Harry Friedman and his Harry & Judy Friedman Family Foundation, the fund will provide...

Jamie Costa’s Robin Williams impression has fans begging for a feature-length biopic

A Robin Williams biopic hasn't been announced, but if there were one, fans are rooting for actor Jamie Costa to get the starring role. On Monday, Costa shared a five-minute-long video to YouTube, titled "ROBIN Test Footage Scene," featuring his impersonation of a young Williams on the set of Mork & Mindy in 1982. Everything from Costa's appearance to his mannerisms could leave even...

Julianna Margulies addresses playing a lesbian on ‘The Morning Show’

(SPOILERS AHEAD) Julianna Margulies plays a lesbian on season two of Apple TV+'s The Morning Show, and she's not at all worried about possible blowback from gay actors. “Who’s to say I haven’t had my own gay experiences?” Margulies said on the Just for Variety podcast. “We’re making assumptions.” Margulies plays an out TV news reporter who ends up dating...