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‘GMA3′ co-anchor T.J. Holmes files for divorce amid Amy Robach scandal
T.J. Holmes on Wednesday filed for divorce from lawyer Marilee Fiebig amid the ongoing investigation into the journalist’s reported romance with his “GMA3″ co-anchor Amy Robach. Holmes, 45, filed in New York City according to TMZ. The filing comes a month to the day since cozy photos of him and...
‘Aftersun,’ ‘Banshees’ lead AP’s best films of 2022
The Associated Press’ Film Writers Jake Coyle and Lindsey Bahr’s picks for the best movies of 2022: Jake Coyle 1. “Aftersun”: Rarely does such a delicately crafted tale pack such a wallop. Charlotte Wells’ breathtaking feature debut, starring newcomer Frankie Corio and Paul Mescal as an 11-year-old girl and her...
TV Talk: What’s new, returning to broadcast channels in 2023Video
In 2023, as Wall Street pressures on media companies to turn profits continue, expect broadcast channels to increase time devoted to cheaper (re: reality, non-fiction) programming as conglomerates continue to prioritize their streaming services. But early in the new year, there will be a decent balance of scripted/unscripted programming: ABC...
Review: A baby for sale in Korean drama ‘Broker’Video
The Korean drama ” Broker ” begins like a noir. A young woman walks slowly in the pouring rain in the middle of the night in Busan, her flimsy hood doing little to keep her dry. She looks haunted but determined and soon we see her destination: A church with...
The Year of the Slap: Pop culture moments in 2022
Taylor Swift was up. Elon Musk was in, out, in and maybe out again. Tom Cruise was back. BTS stepped aside, and so did Serena Williams, and Tom Brady too — oops, scratch that. But the slap? The slap was everywhere. Ok, so maybe it wasn’t on the level of...
17 of the most anticipated movies of 2023
A new year, a new list of reasons to eat popcorn. Here are some of the notable movies that will be gracing the multiplexes in the coming year; note that movie release dates, as always, are subject to change. ‘Magic Mike’s Last Dance’ Those fond of Channing Tatum’s particular brand...
TV Q&A: Why did NFL Network cut to commercial during the Franco Harris tribute?
Question: Why did CBS go to commercial instead of the memorial for Franco Harris during the Dec. 24 Steelers game? Pathetic. — Lynn, via Facebook Rob: Although that game aired locally on KDKA-TV, a CBS affiliate, neither KDKA nor CBS had any control of the telecast. It was an NFL...
TV Talk: What’s new on cable, streaming in 2023
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. Although a slowdown in the amount of original content probably will arrive in late 2023 or early 2024, for the foreseeable future viewers can expect a lot of new and returning TV programs across cable...
Original ‘That ‘70s Show’ cast returns in ‘That ‘90s Show’ trailer, Danny Masterson notably absentVideo
Original stars from “That ’70s Show” appeared in a trailer for upcoming spinoff “That ’90s Show” on Netflix, but Danny Masterson, who has been accused of rape by four women, was nowhere to be seen. Topher Grace as Eric, Laura Prepon as Donna, Ashton Kutcher as Kelso and Mila Kunis...
Whitney Houston reminds us we’re human, says biopic director Kasi LemmonsVideo
When news broke that a Whitney Houston biopic was in the works, many folks had the same question: Why? “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody” arrived in theaters Friday. It is preceded by countless TV movies, reality series, documentaries, books and other projects that delve into Houston’s life, loves...
Sports reporter’s snarky winter storm coverage goes viralVideo
What do you do when your TV news team is short-staffed around the holidays and you have a major winter storm blowing in? Well, send your sports reporter into the field, of course. But you’d better be prepared for some blowback. Because they were low on reporters and most of...
TV Talk: Filmed-in-Pittsburgh noir thriller ‘Pale Blue Eye’ delivers mystery, chills, character-driven drama
Director Scott Cooper’s “The Pale Blue Eye,” filmed last winter in Western Pennsylvania, is a rarity for movies today generally and movies on Netflix specifically. Generally, it’s a movie for adults and without superheroes, which makes it stand out. For Netflix, it’s the rare original movie where mood plays a...
World Cup final the most-watched soccer match in United States
Argentina’s dramatic victory over France in penalty kicks in the World Cup final has become the most-watched soccer match of any kind in the United States. With Nielsen and Fox releasing the “match only” rating on Wednesday, Sunday’s match had an English- and Spanish-language total combined audience of 26,726,000. The...
‘Top Gun,’ ‘Black Panther’ advance in Oscars shortlist
Blockbusters like “Top Gun: Maverick,”“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and “Avatar: The Way of Water” and pop stars like Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Rihanna just got one step closer to getting Oscar nominations. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Wednesday announced shortlists in 10 categories for the...
Diamond Theatre of Ligonier showing locally filmed thriller, ‘The Pale Blue Eye’ Video
It’s unusual for a small-town theater that shows movies mainly on the weekends to screen a big-budget film on its premiere date. The Diamond Theatre of Ligonier has scored such a coup with “The Pale Blue Eye,” opening nationwide on Friday. A screening is set for 8 p.m. in the...
TV Q&A: What happened to Heather Abraham?Video
Q: Why isn’t Heather Abraham anchoring KDKA-TV’s morning newscast anymore? — Donna, Leechburg Rob: We reported in September that after almost 12 years of early mornings, Abraham requested to step way from anchoring the morning newscasts. Lindsay Ward succeeded Abraham as morning co-anchor. “It was not easy to come to...
TV Talk: Mark Cuban returns to Pittsburgh for ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ segment
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban was back in his native Pittsburgh on Tuesday to tape a segment for an upcoming profile on “CBS Sunday Morning,” grabbing lunch with four childhood friends at Galley Bakery Square. Todd Reidbord, one of the owners of Bakery Square parent company Walnut Capital who arranged...
The best movies of 2022 and where to find them
The movies returned at something close to full force this year. Covid masks all but vanished from multiplex crowds, and from the audiences at the press screenings I attended (though I kept mine handy). Sundance did cancel its in-person screenings for the second January in a row, thanks to the...
Chelsea Handler wants to return to late night, and isn’t scared of being canceled
LOS ANGELES — The devil works hard, but Chelsea Handler works harder. Last week, the enterprising comedian wrapped up her 40-plus city Vaccinated and Horny stand-up tour, which she launched in late 2021, pandemic be damned. Since then, she’s also been hosting a weekly hourlong advice podcast, “Dear Chelsea,” as...
Pittsburgh Pop podcast: Talking ‘Knives Out’ sequel ‘Glass Onion,’ ‘Emancipation,’ Immaculate Reception anniversaryVideo
In this episode of the “Pittsburgh Pop” podcast, host Tim Benz and TV Talk columnist Rob Owen discuss Pittsburgh pop culture news of the moment, including Will Smith’s “Emancipation,” directed by Pittsburgh native Antoine Fuqua, and the 50th anniversary of the Immaculate Reception, which will be celebrated during the Christmas...
‘E.T.’ model sells for $2.5M in Hollywood icon auction
A model of the title character used in filming Steven Spielberg’s 1982 classic “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” has fetched an out-of-this-world price at auction. The mechatronic figure sold for $2.56 million to an undisclosed bidder this past weekend, according to Julien’s Auctions. It was the star attraction in an “Icons &...
Movie review: Debauched ‘Babylon’ vacillates from tribute to indictment of HollywoodVideo
Damien Chazelle would really like to talk to you about “Singin’ in the Rain.” Of course, you already know the 1952 Stanley Donen MGM meta musical comedy starring Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds about the transition from silent to sound films, but if not, Chazelle will recount it for you,...
‘Avatar 2’ makes waves with $134 million domestic debut
”Avatar: The Way of Water” didn’t make quite as big of a splash as many assumed it would, but James Cameron’s big budget spectacle still helped breathe life into the box office this weekend. The sequel earned $134 million from North American theaters and $300.5 million internationally for a $434.5...
Cecily Strong leaves ‘Saturday Night Live’ after 11 seasonsVideo
After 11 seasons, Cecily Strong has said farewell to “Saturday Night Live.” A few hours before the last episode of the season Saturday, the TV show’s Instagram account posted a cue card saying, “we’ll miss you, Cecily.” The caption read “Tonight we send off one of the best to ever...
Most of the ‘Sister Wives’ have left Kody Brown. What’s next for the TLC show?
Kody Brown and his “sister wives” are no more. At least for now. Meri Brown, 51, of TLC’s reality TV show “Sister Wives” confirmed this week that she has ended her 32-year marriage to Kody Brown, 53. She is the most recent partner to leave Kody. While the show is...
