Abbott Elementary
Taraji P. Henson Joins ‘Abbott Elementary’ in Major Guest Role
Taraji P. Henson is joining Abbott Elementary. The Emmy-nominated actress will play Janine’s (Quinta Brunson) mom, Vanetta. The Empire star’s first appearance on the award-winning show will be in season two’s penultimate episode, airing on April 12. The episode, appropriately titled “Mom,” will see Brunson’s Janine preparing to take a solo trip over Memorial Day […]
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Critic’s Notebook: Capitalism and TV Today, a Love/Hate Story
In an ironic twist, some of the biggest perpetrators of corporate ruthlessness in the entertainment industry are currently producing several of the most honest portraits of our bleak economic moment.
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Tyler James Williams Says ‘Everybody Hates Chris’ Producer Told Him He Would “Probably Never Work Again”
Tyler James Williams is opening up about navigating Hollywood as a child following his breakout role in Everybody Hates Chris. The Abbott Elementary star rose to fame as a teen playing Chris on the hit show that ran from 2005-09. But after the series ended, the actor faced the pressure of trying to escape being […]
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Quinta Brunson Thanks “Under-Appreciated” ‘Abbott Elementary’ Publicists: “I Know I Annoy Them”
It’s often said that publicists are the unsung heroes of Hollywood, executives who work tirelessly behind the scenes with minimal recognition when things go well and maximum blame when things don’t. However, once a year, thanks to the International Cinematographers Guild (IATSE Local 600), publicists from all corners of Hollywood get a chance to bask […]
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Spirit Award: Quinta Brunson Wins Best Lead Performance in New Scripted Series, Dedicates Award to Aspiring Kids
The award for best performance in a new scripted series at the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards went to Quinta Brunson for her role in Abbott Elementary. “I feel like the least independent person here because of having wonderful supporters like Warner Bros., who’s in the room tonight, and ABC and Disney — the big […]
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How to Watch the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards Livestream
The 38th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards are being livestreamed Saturday afternoon. The ceremony, hosted by Hasan Minhaj, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. PT at the beach by the Santa Monica Pier and streamed live on the Film Independent’s YouTube channel as well as on IMDb’s YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. As for television, Abbott […]
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NAACP Image Awards: Will Smith, Angela Bassett, ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Among Top Winners
Angela Bassett, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Abbott Elementary were among the top winners of the 2023 NAACP Image Awards. Bassett took the top prize of Entertainer of the Year at the Queen Latifah-hosted ceremony, with Latifah herself presenting her with the honor. And when Bassett took the stage to accept the last award of […]
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Quinta Brunson on Knowing ‘Abbott Elementary’ Would Turn Tyler James Williams “Into a Heartthrob”
Quinta Brunson is addressing discussion surrounding her role opposite Tyler James Williams on the breakout comedy series Abbott Elementary. During an interview with The Guardian that published online Friday, Brunson responded to the narrative regarding the casting of Williams, the Everybody Hates Chris alum who plays Gregory on ABC’s teacher-focused hit that Brunson created. Gregory […]
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Sheryl Lee Ralph on Stunning Super Bowl Performance, ‘Abbott Elementary’ and Lip-Sync Chatter: “Does It Matter?”
For those who wondered if Sheryl Lee Ralph lip-synced during her Super Bowl performance, her response: “Does it matter? Does it matter? No. Thank you.” The Emmy-winning actress-singer made the comments to The Hollywood Reporter on Sunday following her performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. She […]
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Super Bowl Preshow: Sheryl Lee Ralph Performs “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” Chris Stapleton Sings National Anthem
Sheryl Lee Ralph kicked off the 2023 Super Bowl festivities with a powerful performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at Sunday’s big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. Inside the packed State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, she hit the stage wearing a stunning red jumpsuit with a long train. […]
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‘Freeridge’ Star Keyla Monterroso Mejia Talks Playing Confident Women, Believing in Curses and Diving Into a Drama
Keyla Monterroso Mejia is learning not to judge her characters — even if, at first, they seem a little annoying. After memorable guest spots on Curb Your Enthusiasm and Abbott Elementary, the Baldwin Park native is leading Freeridge, a spinoff of the Netflix dramedy series On My Block. The show follows four high school students […]
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Tyler James Williams Had No Idea Eddie Murphy Gave Him a Golden Globes Standing Ovation: “Still Trying to Process This”
Tyler James Williams is a lifelong Eddie Murphy fan, but he hadn’t realized until recently that the comedy superstar is in his corner as well. Williams, who stars on ABC’s Abbott Elementary, appeared on NBC’s The Tonight Show on Friday, where he told host Jimmy Fallon that he and Murphy were asked to pose together […]
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