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CELEBRITY NEWS: SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
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James Bay (Rock Singer) – 35 years old
Whitney Cummings (Comedian/ NBC’s Whitney) – 43 years old
Hank Baskett (Former NFL Player, Ex-Husband of Kendra Wilkinson) – 43 years old
Beyonce Knowles-Carter (R&B Singer) – 44 years old
Max Greenfield (New Girl) – 46 years old
Wes Bentley (American Horror Story/ “American Beauty”) – 47 years old
Rasika Mathur (Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ’N Out) – 49 years old
Mark Ronson (Music Producer) – 50 years old
Nona Gaye (Singer; Marvin Gaye’s Daughter) – 51 years old
Carmit Bacher (Pussycat Dolls) – 51 years old
Carlos Ponce (Puerto Rican Singer/ Devious Maids/ ABC’s Cristela) – 53 years old
Mike Piazza (former MLB Catcher) – 57 years old
Phill Lewis (The Suite Life of Zack & Cody) – 57 years old
Anthony Weiner (former New York Politician) – 61 years old
Adrienne Maloof (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) – 64 years old
Paul Anthony (Full Force) – 65 years old
Damon Wayans (My Wife And Kids/ In Living Color) – 65 years old
Dr. Drew Pinsky (TV Host) – 67 years old
Khandi Alexander (Scandal/ CSI: Miami) – 68 years old
Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs (Welcome Back, Kotter/ “Cooley High”) – 72 years ol 

FIRST LOOK
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ON TELEVISION (FRIDAY 9/5/25)
NBC: NFL Kickoff at 8pm
A&E: Interrogation Raw (Premiere) at 9pm
BRITBOX: Lynley (Premiere)
NETFLIX: Countdown: Canelo v Crawford (Premiere)
NETFLIX: Pokémon Concierge (Premiere)
PARAMOUNT+: NCIS: Tony & Ziva (Premiere)
PEACOCK: The Paper (Premiere)
UP: The Sunshine Murders (Premiere) at 8pm
YAHOO SPORTS: Network with Rich Kleiman (Premiere)

NBCUniversal reports that the upcoming NFL season is the company’s highest grossing season to date, with overall revenue increasing across all platforms. The company also announced it has sold out of all ad inventory for Super Bowl LX, which will air on NBC, as well 90% of its NFL inventory separate from the Big Game.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Somebody likes what they see – Peacock has handed an early renewal to “The Office” spinoff “The Paper.” The mockumentary series debuts today. Greg Daniels, developer and executive producer of “The Office,” serves as the offshoot’s co-creator, executive producer and co-showrunner.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Season five of Apple TV+ espionage drama “Slow Horses” kicks off Wednesday, September 24. The season is adapted from London Rules, the next novel in the Mick Herron Slough House book series.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Reality show “Ice Road Truckers, which ran from 2007-2017, is returning to The History Channel for a twelfth season on Wednesday, October 1. “The timing couldn’t be better to bring back a beloved series that once resonated with our viewers for over a decade,” said Eli Lehrer, EVP and Head of Programming for The History Channel. “We’re pleased to have this new season of ‘Ice Road Truckers’ be a co-production with our Canadian partners at Corus Entertainment as this season ventures into a new era of storytelling.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

“The Kelly Clarkson Show” kicks off season seven on Monday, September 29. New season guests include Emily Blunt, Marion Cotillard, Colin Farrell, Scarlett Johansson, Dwayne Johnson, Matthew McConaughey, Lionel Richie, Julia Roberts, Shonda Rhimes, Margot Robbie, Sylvester Stallone, Channing Tatum, Reese Witherspoon and others.
(Source: Cynopsis)

The fourth and final season of “Bel-Air” premieres Monday, November 24. The Peacock drama is a reimagining of the 1990-96 sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

Food Network’s “Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking” returns Sunday, November 2 at 8p. In the two-hour premiere, eight teams of two start their journey in The Great Hall, where they are sorted by the Sorting Hat into one of the four Hogwarts houses.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Dude Perfect has teamed up with Wave Sports & Entertainment to launch “Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect,” a weekly digital talk series hosted by founding member Garrett Hilbert and crew member Kevin ‘Sparky’ Sparkman, alongside a rotating cast of The Dudes. The longform talk series – Dude Perfect’s first – debuts Wednesday, September 10.
(Source: Cynopsis)

MGM Alternative TV has been put under the Amazon MGM Studios umbrella, placing it under the purview of Vernon Sanders, Head of Global Television, Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios. “As we bring our teams together, I’m confident that combining our strengths will force multiply our ability to create groundbreaking content,” said Sanders in a memo to staff. “This is an opportunity to leverage our collective expertise and resources in ways that will enhance our position as leaders in unscripted and reality programming.”
(Source: Cynopsis) 

Acorn TV has ordered a third season of “Signora Volpe.” The detective drama comes from ITV Studios-backed production company Route 24.
(Source: Cynopsis)

“Game of Thrones” alum Sophie Turner has joined Amazon MGM Studios’ TV adaptation of the “Tomb Raider” video game franchise as Lara Croft. “Lara Croft is one of the most recognizable and iconic video game characters of all time. We are thrilled to have the wonderfully talented Sophie Turner bring this character to life who is defined by her courage, strength and unshakable resolve,” said the aforementioned Sanders. “This series will honor the beloved Tomb Raider legacy while delivering fresh adventures to fans worldwide.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

Ed Harris (“Top Gun: Maverick”) has joined “Yellowstone” spinoff “The Dutton Ranch” (w/t) in a lead role.
(Source: Cynopsis)

ITV Studios is launching a new label in January focused on scalable entertainment and competitive formats. Lily Wilson (currently Commissioning Editor, Entertainment at ITV) will serve as Managing Director and Tom Williams (“The Million Pound Drop”) as Creative Director. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

Keshet International has signed a factual co-development deal with Scottish production company Caledonia TV. They will co-develop historical docuseries “Hitler’s Favourite Royals,” uncovering the story of the British monarchy’s complex and controversial connections to Nazi Germany.
(Source: Cynopsis)

CNN will air the 40th anniversary Farm Aid music festival on Saturday, September 20 from 7p to midnight. The show, streamed on CNN.com and connected TVs and mobile devices without a cable login, is set to feature Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews, among others.
(Source: Cynopsis)

CBS is heading to Nashville on Wednesday, September 24 to celebrate the premiere of its highly anticipated new primetime drama SHERIFF COUNTRY, starring Morena Baccarin as Sheriff Mickey Fox. The series, an expansion of the universe of the hit drama FIRE COUNTRY, premieres Friday, Oct. 17 at 9:00 PM, ET/PT and moves to its regular time-period on Friday, Oct. 24 at 8:00 PM ET/PT.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Maryland Public Television will mark its sixth annual HBCU Week September 8-14, with more than 30 hours of programming highlighting the impact of historically Black colleges and universities. Anchoring the lineup is the world premiere of MPT’s PBS documentary, “Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect,” airing exclusively on MPT at 9p Tuesday, September 9, ahead of the national broadcast at 10p.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Prime Video documentary “Saquon,” chronicling Saquon Barkley’s journey to the Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles, premieres Thursday, October 9. That coincides with the “Thursday Night Football” matchup between the Eagles and the New York Giants. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

HBO Max has expanded its relationship with All Elite Wrestling. AEW pay-per-view will launch Saturday, September 20 at 3p with “AEW All Out.” HBO Max will stream live pay-per-view events without ads, with all marketing and promotions of AEW PPV events primarily centered on HBO Max. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

Comcast Technology Solutions has been selected by the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers to power a new digital fan experience on the web and mobile app using Comcast Media360, a 24/7 managed service platform that integrates advanced video and audience management into a single experience.
(Source: Cynopsis)

FloSports’ coverage of CJI2 on August 30-31 drew 2.8 million views, the largest audience in FloGrappling history.
(Source: Cynopsis)

While we’re on the subject – FloSports has launched a new and upgraded FloWrestling platform, powered by deep personalization, immersive tournament brackets, expanded athlete rankings, live streaming, and AI-driven video technology. At the heart of the new platform is FloWrestling’s immersive tournament bracket technology, enabling fans to search for athletes, track favorites in real time, and navigate tournaments through every round.
(Source: Cynopsis)

ESPN has re-signed NFL national reporters Sal Paolantonio and Dan Graziano, extending Paolantonio’s tenure as ESPN’s longest-serving full time reporter across all sports and deepening Graziano’s multiplatform presence across digital and studio shows. Paolantonio and Graziano will continue as mainstays “Sunday NFL Countdown.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

HAND, the AI-powered business intelligence & Talent ID registry platform,awarded the NBA draft class of 2025 with individual HAND IDs that will enable the 59 players to more effectively manage and utilize their Name, Image, Likeness as they begin their professional careers.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Fox Sports coverage of the 17-race 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season averaged 1.36 million viewers, according to Nielsen, a +27% year-to-year increase from 2024 and the most-watched season in 17 years. In 2025, the NTT INDYCAR Series has recorded the most audience growth to date of any sport, averaging at least a million viewers. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

“Cuomo” is NewsNation’s top-rated program, up 14% in total viewership versus its first quarter launch (151,000 in P2+; 13,000 in 25-54). The network reports it outpaced MSNBC in daytime at least three times last month in the 25-54 demo, including August 27, August 15, and August 13.
(Source: Cynopsis)

CELEBRITY NEWS: SEPTEMBER 3, 2025
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Kaia Gerber (Model/ Cindy Crawford & Rande Gerber’s daughter) – 24 years old
August Alsina (Rapper) – 33 years old
Shaun White (Snowboarder) – 39 years old
Omi (Jamaican Singer) – 39 years old
Garrett Hedlund (“Mudbound”/ “Tron: Legacy”) – 41 years old
Jennie Finch (Olympic Softball Player) – 45 years old
DJ Envy (Radio Host on Power 105 in NYC) – 48 years old
Stefan “Redfoo” Gordy (LMFAO) – 50 years old
Salma Hayek (“Magic Mike’s Last Dance”/ “Frida”) – 59 years old
Charlie Sheen (Anger Management/ Two and a Half Men) – 60 years old
Costas Mandylor (“Saw” movies) – 60 years old
Steve Schirripa (The Sopranos) – 68 years old
Valerie Perrine (“Superman”/  “Superman II”) – 82 years old

FIRST LOOK
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ON TELEVISION (WEDNESDAY 9/3/25)
COMEDY CENTRAL: Beavis & Butt-Head (Premiere) at 10:30pm
HISTORY: Mountain Men (Premiere) at 8pm
HULU: Reminder (Premiere)
MAGNOLIA: The Last Wright: Building the Final Home Design of America’s Greatest Architect (Premiere) at 8pm
NETFLIX: Wednesday (Premiere)
VICE: NFL Classics: After Further Review (Premiere) at 9pm

To resolve Google’s monopoly in search, the company is barred from exclusive contracts and must hand over its search results and other data to “qualified competitors,” ruled a judge on Tuesday. It could have been much worse for the tech giant. “Google will not be required to divest Chrome; nor will the court include a contingent divestiture of the Android operating system in the final judgment,” states the decision by Judge Amit P. Mehta of the US District Court for the District of Columbia. “Plaintiffs overreached in seeking forced divesture of these key assets, which Google did not use to effect any illegal restraints.” Judge Mehta put restrictions on payments that Google uses to ensure its search engine gets prime placement on smartphones in web browsers, but he did not prohibit those payments entirely. “Notwithstanding this power, courts must approach the task of crafting remedies with a healthy dose of humility,” said Judge Mehta. “This court has done so.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

Disney will pay $10 million for allegedly violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule. The FTC accused the company of failing to properly label pandemic-era YouTube-uploaded videos as “Made for Kids,” enabling the collection of data from children under 13. “Supporting the well-being and safety of kids and families is at the heart of what we do,” said a Disney spokesperson. “This settlement does not involve Disney owned and operated digital platforms but rather is limited to the distribution of some of our content on YouTube’s platform.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting is still stinging from Congress’ vote to defund the organization, but there’s one little bright spot: CPB will be the recipient of the Governors Award from the Television Academy. “The Governors Award recognizes and celebrates extraordinary contributions that transcend television and transform society,” said Television Academy chair Cris Abrego. “For more than half a century, CPB has been a steadfast champion of storytelling that informs, educates and unites us and ensures public media remains a vital space where diverse voices are heard and communities are served.” The award will be presented during the 2025 Creative Arts Emmys, held Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Five new cast members have been added to the “Saturday Night Live” lineup. Onboard are Ben Marshall, cofounder of comedy troupe Please Don’t Destroy; Tommy Brennan (Just for Laughs 2023); Jeremy Culhane (Dropout TV); stand-up comedian Kam Patterson; and Instagram and TikTok star Veronika Slowikowska. The comedy sketch show returns October 4.
(Source: Cynopsis)

“IT” prequel series “IT: Welcome to Derry” (w/t) premieresSunday, October 26 on HBO Max. Star and executive producer Bill Skarsgard returns as a terrifying clown killer.
(Source: Cynopsis)

“Portobello,” an Italian production telling the true story of a TV presenter falsely accused in a mafia investigation, will launch on HBO Max in 2026. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

Season eleven of Sinclair’s weekly investigative series “Full Measure with Sharyl Attkisson” launches Sunday, September 7. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

Syndicated daily talk show “Tamron Hall” returns for season seven on Monday, September 8. “This season promises our biggest exclusives yet – featuring not only today’s most celebrated names but also extraordinary people with unforgettable stories that remind us why we gather here every day,” said Hall. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

“The Drew Barrymore Show” also returns on September 8, for its sixth season. First on the couch: Halle Berry and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Judy Reyes, who played Carla on “Scrubs” (2001-10) will reprise the rolein ABC’s reboot as a recurring guest star. Reyes will also continue as a series regular on “High Potential.” “Scrubs” 2.0 is expected to debut during the 2025-26 season. 
(Source: Cynopsis)

Greece’s J K PRODUCTIONS SA / Kapa Studios has licensed yes Studios format “Your Honor.” Greece is the 13th country to adapt the scripted show.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Production has begun on season four of Paramount+ medical drama “Skymed.” The eight-episode season, shooting in North Bay, Ontario and Manitoba, starts streaming in 2026.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Freeform’s annual 31 Nights of Halloween stunt kicks of Wednesday, October 1 with “Edward Scissorhands” at 12p.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Presenters set for the VMAs, airing Sunday, September 7 at 8p on CBS,include Ashlee Simpson Ross, Brittany Snow, Ciara, Drew Barrymore, “KPop Demon Hunter’s” EJAE, REI AMI + Audrey Nuna (Huntr/x), Ice Spice, Jessica Simpson, Latto, Livvy Dunne, Malin Ackerman, Meg Stalter, Nikki Glaser and Paris Hilton.
(Source: Cynopsis)

The return of “My Life with the Walter Boys” for season two topped the Netflix list for shows the week of August 25, drawing 11.8 billion views. Limited series “Hostage” was second with 11.6 billion, followed by season two of “Wednesday” (8.4 billion).
(Source: Cynopsis)

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