Annie Murphy, John Cho & Christine Baranski Star In Animated Series ‘Praise Petey’ From Anna Drezen For Freeform As Network Takes Another Crack At Genre

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorAnna Drezen is exiting her role as one of four head writers for “Saturday Night Live” in order to focus on her Freefrom animated comedy series “Praise Petey.”Drezen disclosed her decision Thursday in an Instagram post that featured a collection of photos from her time working on the NBC mainstay. “Bye SNL! I am leaving the show to focus on my show at Freeform.

A post shared by Anna Drezen (@annadrezen)Drezen has been with “SNL” since Season 42 in 2016 and has been head writer alongside Michael Che, Colin Jose and Ken Sublette since last year.

A change is happening at SNL!

Saturday Night Live head writer Anna Drezen is leaving the long-running NBC late-night comedy series.

Grey’s Anatomy‘s record-breaking run may continue. Renewal talks are underway for a potential 19th season of ABC’s flagship scripted series though sources caution that conversations are in early stages. I hear series star and co-executive producer Ellen Pompeo also has been approached about continuing on the show for another season.

If you’re a fan of comics over the past 20+ years, you’re probably very familiar with the work of writer Brian Michael Bendis. Actually, even if you have never read a superhero comic book in your life, you probably know who he is.

New animated series Big Nate, based on the best-selling children’s books and comic strip written and drawn by Lincoln Peirce, is set to debut on Paramount+ in early 2022.

The who’s who of Asian and Asian American talent and artists gathered for an evening of celebration at the 19th annual Unforgettable Gala, nearly two years after the Covid-19 pandemic brought live and in-person events to a screeching halt.

not OK — but he’s trying to be cool about it.Shakir took to Twitter a couple hours later, offering up a few tribute words, along with a clip of his character, Jet Black, from the anime version: “See you space cowboys!”Over on Instagram, Pineda shared a meme of two people cheers-ing with beer mugs and one shattering and the beer splashing all over them, captioning it: “Ugh…

interstellar adventure has come to an end, and series star John Cho appears to be trying to keep his chin up amid the disappointing news.It was revealed on Thursday that Netflix's live-action adaption of the cult classic anime series of the same name won't be getting a second-season order, according to Cho, who stars as bounty hunter Spike Spiegel in the sci-fi/noir/western series, took to Twitter after the news broke to share a gif from  of Tom Selleck's Dr.

together.) Richey wrote songs with and for the both of them, and when Richey passed away in 2013, he was buried next to Wynette.“I couldn’t be more thrilled to be reunited with John Hillcoat and Michael Shannon having worked with them both previously. John brings his artistry and leadership to all of his projects while Michael’s brilliant performances make everyone raise their game.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterFreeform is getting into animation for the first time, with the basic cabler ordering the series “Praise Petey” while also announcing two more animated shows into development.“Praise Petey” hails from “SNL” writer Anna Drezen with “Schitt’s Creek” star Annie Murphy in the lead role. The show follows Petey (Murphy), a New York City “it” girl who has it all until her life comes crashing down around her.

Amandla Stenberg will join the Star Wars universe as The Hate U Give actor takes on the lead role of Disney+’s upcoming series The Acolyte, Deadline has confirmed. The project hails from Leslye Headland.

Foo Fighters, A$AP Rocky and Dua Lipa are set to turn the volume back up on the Osheaga Music and Arts Festival after the pandemic postponed the 15th edition of the summer bash by two years.

Calling all fans of “The Boys”: The world of villainous superheroes will be set in a new animated series “Diabolical”.

JoJo Siwa still has on her mind all the time. The singer and TV star opened up to ET about her time on the show, and her friendship with dance partner Jenna Johnson, at the iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM Jingle Ball concert on Friday.«I miss it so much, it's actually insane,» JoJo shared with ET's Denny Directo on the red carpet outside The Forum in Inglewood, California. «I text Jenna every day about how much I miss it.

Peacock has ordered Supernatural Academy, a YA animated fantasy series adaptation of Jaymin Eve’s The Supernatural Academy books. The project was developed and written by Gillian Horvath and hails from executive producer Allen Bohbot and 41 Entertainment.