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James Patterson apologizes for saying that white male writers face a "form of racism"
James Patterson is apologizing for his statement that white male writers face a "form a racism." Taking to Twitter Tuesday, the 75-year-old author wrote, "I apologize for saying white male writers having trouble finding work is a form of racism. I absolutely do not believe that racism is practiced against white writers." "Please know that I strongly support a diversity of voices being heard—in…
The Unnecessary News: Geico loses MILLIONS to a car STD
Geico might have to pay a Missouri woman over $5 million after she says she got HPV from a man in the backseat of the man's car. He was insured by the company.
We we're MAD at Hollywood, Chance's thoughts on Nixa
Chance Nichols is a Nixa native who escaped the Midwest, living in sunny Los Angeles working full time as a stand up comedian and podcast host. You can list to Chance's podcast, We didn't Peak, here.
Bradley Cooper talks self-esteem issues, kicking his cocaine addiction, on celebrity pals' podcast
Bradley Cooper is considered one of the hottest leading men in Hollywood, but for years he didn't feel that way. That was just one of the revelations from a sit-down with his pals Will Arnett, Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes in an installment of their SmartLess podcast. "Moving to Los Angeles for Alias [felt] like I was back in high school," the Oscar winner recalled. "I could not get into any…
'Everything Everywhere All at Once' debuts at the top of Vudu's streaming chart
Michelle Yeoh's madcap multiverse movie Everything Everywhere All at Once took viewers on a trip in its first week on streaming. That's according to Fandango's streaming service Vudu, which showed the movie -- which has the global superstar and Crazy Rich Asians lead playing multiple versions of herself and which also stars Jamie Lee Curtis -- debuted in the top slot for June 6-12. Coming out in…
'Squid Game' reality series coming to Netflix
"How far would you go?" That's what Netflix is asking folks in a casting call for a reality show version of the streaming service's smash Squid Game. Squid Game: The Challenge will pit 456 players against "a series of games inspired by the original show," as well as "surprising new additions," in pursuit of "a life-changing reward of $4.56 million." "Their strategies, alliances, and character…
Iron your doilies: Peacock launching 'Downton Abbey' channel ahead of 'New Era' debut on the streaming service
Make sure your house is in order because Downton Abbey is coming to your home via a special Peacock channel. Ahead of its June 24 debut of the Downton Abbey: A New Era film, the streaming service announced that it has curated a channel specifically for fans old and new to catch up with the English import. Peacock will not only be home to all six seasons of the series, which stars Maggie Smith,…
'The Wendy Williams Show' reportedly ending Friday -- without Wendy
The long-running syndicated program The Wendy Williams Show is coming to an end Friday, notes Variety, which also explains the show's titular host won't be there to mark the occasion. There will, however, be "a video tribute to the iconic host," a rep for the program tells the trade. Health issues have kept Williams out of her throne-like hosting chair for the entirety of this season, with a…
Tyler Perry denies "comforting" Will Smith after "painful" Oscars slap
In an interview with Gayle King as part of Tribeca Film Festival's Directors Series Monday night, Tyler Perry shed light on Will Smith's infamous Oscar night slap of presenter Chris Rock. Perry was seen by Smith's side after the assault and foul-mouthed lambasting of Rock, who'd made a joke at the expense of Smith's wife Jada Pinkett Smith. He denied he was "comforting" Smith during a commercial…
"Keep it classy": Charlie Sheen blames ex Denise Richards for daughter Sami's OnlyFans venture
Charlie Sheen may have had a well-earned reputation for being a wild man, but he's still a dad, and he's apparently none too pleased his daughter Sam "Sami" Sheen now has an OnlyFans account. According to Page Six, Sami's recent launch on the controversial site, which occurred shortly after she turned 18, didn't sit well with Charlie, who blamed his ex-wife Denise Richards for letting it……