Archive for August, 2025

FIRST LOOK/ ON TV/ MOVIES/ NYC STREET FAIRS/ MEGA MILLIONS/ POWERBALL

August 15, 2025

FIRST LOOK
http://www.eonline.com/news

ON TELEVISION (FRIDAY 8/15/25)
NBC, ABC, CBS AND FOX: Stand Up To Cancer 2025 at 8pm
DISNEY: Limitless with Chris Hemsworth (Premiere)
HBO MAX: The Prince (Premiere)
NETFLIX: The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea’s Tragedies (Premiere)
NETFLIX: Fatal Seduction (Premiere)
NETFLIX: Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser (Premiere)
PRIME VIDEO: Betty le Fea: The Story Continues (Premiere)
PRIME VIDEO: Abandoned: The Woman in the Decaying House (Premiere)
STARZ: Magic City: An American Fantasy (Premiere) at 10pm
USA: The Rainmaker (Premiere) at 10pm

(SATURDAY 8/16/25)
A&E: Mother Flip (Premiere) at 12pm
HALLMARK CHANNEL: Providence Falls (Premiere) at 4pm
THE ROKU CHANNEL: The Great American Baking Show Celebrity Summer (Premiere)

(SUNDAY 8/17/25)
ADULT SWIM: Women Wearing Shoulder Pads (Premiere) at 12aM

Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” returns for season six on Wednesday, September 16 at 8p. In a double dose of reality, the Salt Lake City cast sets sail with the crew of “Below Deck Down Under,” for a trip that will be featured on both series.
(Source: Cynopsis)

In another double dose of reality, thirteen fan-favorites from “Big Brother” will embark on a European tour for season 38 of CBS’ “The Amazing Race.” The competition kicks off Thursday, September 25 at 9p, settling into its regular Wednesday slot the following week at 9:30p. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

In a third synerg-astic move, Ariana Madix, host of Peacock’s smash reality show, “Love Island USA,” will jump to NBCU’s linear side to guest star on NBC’s “St. Denis Medical.” Season two of the mockumentary launches Monday, November 3.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Season four of Taylor Sheridan drama “Mayor of Kingstown” kicks off Sunday, October 26 on Paramount+.
(Source: Cynopsis)

The third and final season of “Power Book IV: Force” premieres Friday, November 7 at midnight on the Starz app. Prequel series “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” is also set to end its run, with its upcoming fifth season.
(Source: Cynopsis)

“All Her Fault,” starring Sarah Snook (“Succession”) as a mother frantically searching for her missing son, premieres with four episodes Thursday, November 6 on Peacock, followed by two new episodes weekly through November 20.
(Source: Cynopsis)

HGTV’s “Scariest House in America” is back for season two on Friday, September 19 at 9p. Retta, star of “Ugliest House in America,” returns for the spinoff, which attracted more than 8.3 million viewers to its freshman run.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Psychological crime thriller “The Crow Girl” premieres Monday, September 8 on Acorn TV. The six-parter is adapted from the bestselling novel of the same name.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Jeff Franklin, creator of “Full House,” and creative strategist Emily Jordanhave launched a new media and production studio, XOXO Ventures. The company aims to bridge platforms, brands and talent by serving as a creative incubator and strategic advisor.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Peacock has ordered a second season of “Here Come the Irish.” The docuseries following the Notre Dame football team on and off the field kicks off Monday, December 8.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Spirit Studios has partnered with Beat Six, a creator collective of UK beauty creators, to launch a YouTube channel blending beauty, entertainment and creator-led formats. The Beat Six line-up features creators with a combined following of 10 million across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Lifetime has renewed “Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out” for a second season. Don’t be fooled by the name – the reality show’s star, dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee, and the network, take this skin game seriously. “The way Dr. Sandra Lee changes the lives of everyone that comes through her practice is truly inspiring,” said Elaine Frontain Bryant, EVP and Head of Programming, A&E, Lifetime, and LMN. “Not only is she at the top of her field, but she is also able to empower her mentees who will be the next generation of poppers and truly help her patients and our audience.” The series is produced by Invent TV in association with A+E Factual Studios and Not Hurting You Productions.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Prime Video has ordered biblical drama “Joseph of Egypt.” Production on is currently underway in New Mexico on the limited series starring Adam Hashmi (“Bridgerton”). Amazon MGM Studios is co-producing with 5&2 Studios. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

Production is underway for Great American Media Original Movie, “A Belle Christmas.” Currently being shot at Great Point Studios in Buffalo, New York, the film is set to premiere as part of the 5th Anniversary of Great American Christmas in 2025.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Marvel Studios’ “Thunderbolts” debuts Wednesday, August 27 on Disney+. The film was released in theaters on May 2.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Documentary “Clemente,” celebrating the life and legacy of the late Pittsburgh Pirate Roberto Clemente, premieres Tuesday, September 23 at 8p on The HISTORY Channel.
(Source: Cynopsis)

LL Cool J is set as host of the MTV VMAS, airing live on Sunday, September 7 at 8p. The awards show will be broadcast for the first time on CBS, and simulcast on MTV and Paramount+.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Season three of HBO’s “The Gilded Age” wrapped with a series high for the fifth consecutive week, drawing 5 million cross-platform viewers in the finale’s first three days. Viewership was up 88% from the season three premiere.
(Source: Cynopsis)

The premieres of UPtv’s “Hudson and Rex” on August 7 ranked #9 its time period among ad supported cable networks with a HH delivery of 274,000.
(Source: Cynopsis)

MOVIES
Nobody 2  – Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, Christopher Lloyd, John Ortiz, RZA, Sharon Stone, Colin Hanks, Gage Munroe, Paisley Cadorath, Colin Salmon, Jacob Blair, Daniel Bernhardt, Lucius Hoyos, David MacInnis, David Lawrence Brown, Denesha Lee-Labiu

Highest 2 Lowest (Limited Release) – Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, Ilfenesh Hadera, A$AP Rocky, Aubrey Joseph, Elijah Wright, Rick Fox, Rod Strickland, Nuri Hazzard, Jensen McRae, Jade Caynem,  Imana Breaux, Andy McQueen, Ice Spice, Sunny Valentine, Frederick Weller, Michael Potts, Samm Davis

STREAMING MOVES
Night Always Comes (Netflix) – Vanessa Kirby, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Zack Gottsagen, Stephan James, Jennifer Lanier, Jason Rouse, Christian Blair, Erin Way, J. Claude Deering, Smak Louis, Randall Park, Julia Fox, Sean Martini, Sheryl Lewis, Rachel Pate

NYC STREET FAIRS
https://www.clearviewfestival.com/home

www.nycstreetfairs.com/event-schedule/

SUMMER STREETS IN NYC – AUGUST 2025
https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/summerstreets.shtml

Here’s the map.
https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/summerstreets.shtml#summerstreets-manhattan5

MEGA MILLIONS
Today’s Jackpot is $198 million.
(One ticket costs $5.00 as of April 2025)
You can now play in 43 states plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands. NYLottery.NY.gov

POWERBALL
Saturday’s Jackpot is $565 million.
(One ticket costs $2.00)
Powerball is played in 43 states.
NYLottery.NY.gov

TOM HOLLAND’S ‘UMBRELLA’ PERFORMANCE ON LIP SYNC BATTLE IN 2017 WITH ZENDAYA ALMOST NEVER HAPPENED

August 15, 2025

TOM HOLLAND’S ‘UMBRELLA’ PERFORMANCE ON LIP SYNC BATTLE IN 2017 WITH ZENDAYA ALMOST NEVER HAPPENED
https://www.eonline.com/news/1421205/tom-holland-zendaya-umbrella-lip-sync-battle-secrets

BIGGEST LOSER’S’ BOB HARPER CALLS OUT JILLIAN MICHAELS FOR SNUB THAT ‘SPEAKS VOLUMES’

August 15, 2025

BIGGEST LOSER’S’ BOB HARPER CALLS OUT JILLIAN MICHAELS FOR SNUB THAT ‘SPEAKS VOLUMES’
https://www.eonline.com/news/1421197/biggest-losers-bob-harper-jillian-michaels-feud-after-his-heart-attack

CHANCE THE RAPPER SHARES THE TOUGHEST PART OF KIRSTEN CORLEY DIVORCE

August 15, 2025

CHANCE THE RAPPER SHARES THE TOUGHEST PART OF KIRSTEN CORLEY DIVORCE
https://www.eonline.com/news/1421179/chance-the-rapper-on-kirsten-corley-divorce

‘AND JUST LIKE THAT’ SERIES FINALE RECAP – HOW SEX AND THE CITY SPINOFF ENDED

August 15, 2025

‘AND JUST LIKE THAT’ SERIES FINALE RECAP – HOW SEX AND THE CITY SPINOFF ENDED
https://toofab.com/2025/08/14/and-just-like-that-series-finale-recap/

JEFF BEZOS’ MOTHER JACKLYN “JACKIE” BEZOS HAS DIED AT 78

August 15, 2025

JEFF BEZOS’ MOTHER JACKLYN “JACKIE” BEZOS HAS DIED AT 78
https://www.tmz.com/2025/08/14/jeff-bezos-mother-jacklyn-dead-mike-instagram/

SEAN “DIDDY” COMBS SCORES LEGAL WIN, JUDGE STRIKES ALMOST ALL OF SARA RIVERS’ CLAIMS IN LAWSUIT

August 15, 2025

SEAN “DIDDY” COMBS SCORES LEGAL WIN, JUDGE STRIKES ALMOST ALL OF SARA RIVERS’ CLAIMS IN LAWSUIT
https://www.tmz.com/2025/08/14/diddy-win-judge-strike-almost-all-claims-lawsuit-sara-rivers/

LIL JON SHOWS OFF SLIMMED DOWN PHYSIQUE WHILE LIFTING WEIGHTS

August 15, 2025

LIL JON SHOWS OFF SLIMMED DOWN PHYSIQUE WHILE LIFTING WEIGHTS
https://www.tmz.com/2025/08/14/lil-jon-new-physique/

HALLE BERRY TROLLS FIRST EX-HUSBAND DAVID JUSTICE’S COMMENTS ABOUT NOT BEING MOTHERLY

August 15, 2025

HALLE BERRY TROLLS FIRST EX-HUSBAND DAVID JUSTICE’S COMMENTS ABOUT NOT BEING MOTHERLY
https://www.tmz.com/2025/08/14/halle-berry-responds-david-justice-comments-motherly/

CELEBRITY NEWS: AUGUST 14, 2025

August 15, 2025

CELEBRITY NEWS: AUGUST 14, 2025
http://www.imdb.com/news/celebrity

Marsai Martin (Black-ish) – 21 years old
Tim Tebow (MLB Player/ former NFL Player) – 38 years old
Princess Love (Love & Hip Hop Hollywood) – 41 years old
Mila Kunis (That 70’s Show) – 42 years old
Spencer Pratt (MTV’s The Hills) – 42 years old
Nikko London (Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta) – 50 years old
Christopher Gorham (Covert Affairs/ Ugly Betty) – 51 years old
Jay Manuel (America’s Next Top Model) – 53 years old
Rhonda Ross Kendrick (Diana Ross’ oldest daughter) – 54 years old
Catherine Bell (Army Wives) – 57 years old
Jennifer Flavin (Model, Sylvester Stallone’s wife) – 57 years old
Halle Berry (“John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum”/ “Kingsman: The Golden Circle”) – 59 years old
Susan Olsen (The Brady Bunch) – 64 years old
Sarah Brightman (Broadway Singer) – 65 years old
Earvin “Magic” Johnson (former NBA Player) – 66 years old
Marcia Gay Harden (So Help Me Todd/ “Fifty Shades of Grey” movies) – 66 years old
Jackee Harry (227) – 69 years old
Danielle Steel (Author) – 78 years old
Susan Saint James (Kate & Allie) – 79 years old
Antonio Fargas (Starsky and Hutch) – 79 years old
Steve Martin (“Father of the Bride” movies/ Saturday Night Live) – 80 years old