‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Writer Placed on Leave as Disney Launches Investigation Into Medical History Claims

Filmmaker James Gray (“The Lost City of Z”), who was most recently behind the Brad Pitt-led sci-fi film “Ad Astra,” is turning his sights toward a more grounded dramatic series for his next effort. Gray will be writing and directing a show based on the life of famed writer Norman Mailer, the celebrated and controversial author of such books as “The Executioner’s Song” and “The White Negro: Superficial Reflections On The Hipster.” Deadline reports that Gray’s series will be called “Mailer,” adding that the new project is based on the author J.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeInstructional streamer Wondrium has ordered three seasons of “Wondrium Insights,” a new speaker series featuring guests including world champion boxer and Olympic gold medalist Sugar Ray Leonard, swimming legend and host Diana Nyad and singer/songwriter Mary Lambert.The series will be distributed globally on Wondrium later this year. According to the service, “Each speaker will present their personal stories and challenges giving viewers an intimate opportunity to learn and discover tools that can help with perseverance, resilience, and success.”Besides Leonard, Nyad and Lambert, the speakers also include former NBA player Jay Williams, social entrepreneur Shiza Shahid, astronaut/athlete/author Leland Melvin, former NFL linebacker Ryan Shazier, Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Solomon Thomas, STEM education innovator Knatokie Ford, mentor/entrepreneur Ivy McGregor, rock climber Kevin Jorgeson, science and technology journalist David Kushner, Flickr co-founder/venture capitalist Caterina Fake, AI artist/musician/storyteller Taryn Southern and clinical psychologist Dr.

BAFTA-nominated St. Trinian’s, Johnny English Reborn and An Ideal Husband director Oliver Parker has launched a production shingle with former Red Arrow Studios CEO James Baker and Metro International Partner Sam Parker, and the outfit is taking a packed slate to Mip TV.

had previously put her on “leave.”A Disney insider told The Post that she requested to take a personal leave, which was approved.Finch, 44, was accused last month of writing several storylines that were based on her own experiences — several elements of which were allegedly fabricated. She was later put under a human resources investigation by Disney following the bombshell news.That inquiry has since been terminated, and Finch chose to depart the Shonda Rhimes-led series on her own.“I will always remain one of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’s’ biggest fans,” Finch said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter.

Ellise Shafer “Grey’s Anatomy” writer Elisabeth Finch has taken a personal leave of absence from the show following claims that she had exaggerated her medical history — some of which was allegedly used as inspiration for episodes of the medical drama.Questions surrounding Finch’s medical history were first reported by The Ankler on March 17. Finch’s ailments, which include a rare form of bone cancer, the loss of part of her leg and knee replacement surgery, were said to have inspired storylines on the show and alleged to have been fabricated.

EXCLUSIVE: Ricki Lake, who hosted her first daytime talkshow at the age of 24, is launching her own podcast.

Jason Momoa has been hyping the hell out of stepdaughter new movie, . To be honest, this probably doesn't count as evidence, considering the end of his marriage to Lisa shouldn't change how he feels about Zoë, but the fact that he was with her boyfriend Channing Tatum at least suggests that their family's bond is strong as ever.“CHEEEEHUUUUUUUU. SO EXCITED @channingtatum and I are on our way to see our ZOZO,” Jason shared on Instagram on February 28.

Grey’s Anatomy consulting producer Elisabeth Finch has been placed on administrative leave following an allegation that she may have fudged details about her medical and personal history while writing for the ABC drama, Deadline has confirmed. Finch’s claims are currently under review.

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-NJ), who once had aspirations of an entertainment career, told a D.C. crowd, “I always dreamed, as I was considering acting … that maybe I’d get an Oscar, so this is as close as I am going to come.”

EXCLUSIVE: Carlos King, who has exec produced series including The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Love and Marriage: Huntsville, is getting into the podcast game.

Vivienne Chow After a film career spanning more than three decades, production-costume-art designer Tim Yip has achieved plenty, including winning an Oscar and a BAFTA award. But he is only now launching his most uncompromising production, which he calls a “living film project,” and which he hopes will challenge the tradition of cinema.“I want to make a film that is infinitely long,” Yip told Variety.

Bow down to the queen! Rihanna proved she’s the ultimate fashion icon once again while arriving to a Fenty beauty event in Los Angeles on Saturday (March 12). The “Rude Boy” singer, 34, stunned at the outdoor venue in a sultry ensemble featuring a plunging gray crop top and a sparkling silver skirt. As she waved to onlookers (below), Rihanna did an adorable shimmy of her shoulders that sent the crowd into a frenzy!

Jennifer Garner is showing love to her longtime pal Judy Greer. The "Adam Project" star, 49, said as much Thursday when she shared a photo of herself smiling ear-to-ear with her "13 Going on 30" costar, 46, and praised the time she and Greer enjoyed together. "I am grateful for a walk with a girlfriend, always.

Regina Hall surrounds herself with her co-stars at the premiere of her new movie, Master, held at Metrograph in New York City on Thursday night (March 10).

Zack Sharf In the last line of Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune,” Zendaya’s character says, “This is only the beginning.” She might as well have been talking about the “Dune” franchise itself. Villeneuve is currently in pre-production on “Dune: Part 2,” which is expected to begin filming in late summer, and a television series centered on the Bene Gesserit is already in development.

Mayor Eric Garcetti’s path to becoming the next U.S. ambassador to India hit a potential snag today when a senior senator said he wants Garcetti’s confirmation vote delayed pending an investigation into whether the mayor knew about and ignored sexual harassment and assault allegations made against his former senior advisor.

Since the truth came out about Chantelle Atkins (Jessica Plummer) and discovery of Tina Carter's (Luisa Bradshaw) body, the walls have been closing in on Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith). Wednesday 9 March's episode of EastEnders saw Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley) finally see through Gray's lies. After standing by her beloved ex son-in-law and believing he could do no wrong, she eventually realised that Gray isn’t the innocent man she thought he was.

Former MGM Motion Picture Group President Jonathan Glickman has launched his new venture Panoramic Media, Glickman announced on Tuesday.Key investors to the new startup include Gary Barber, Spyglass Media Group, Eagle Pictures, Lantern Entertainment, Pinky Promise, and United Talent Agency (UTA). The financing will fund IP creation across film, television, podcast and digital.Panoramic Media will expand upon Glickman’s existing slate of projects set up at Netflix, Amazon, MGM, Warner Media, Paramount, and MRC, as well as a joint podcast venture with iHeartMedia.Panoramic Media has also made its first key hire, and named industry executive Jose Gutierrez as Chief Operations Officer and Chief Financial Officer.