Kathryn Kates, 'Orange Is the New Black' and 'Law & Order: SVU' Actress, Dead at 73

Saturday AM Update: Refresh for more analysis and chart Two major studios this weekend took a bold swing and decided to go after the challenged older female demo over Valentine’s Day weekend in a continued pandemic, and while the results were in line with projections, they wouldn’t be anything to brag about in a pre-pandemic marketplace. It’s also the hardest weekend for moviegoing with Super Bowl on Sunday.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter“Death on the Nile,” the latest cinematic take on Agatha Christie’s famed murder mystery novel, is sailing to the top of box office charts.The star-studded whodunit, from Disney and 20th Century Studios, picked up $1.1 million from 3,280 North American theaters in preview screenings. Through Sunday, “Death on the Nile” is on track to collect $11 million to $14 million.Super Bowl Sunday, usually the biggest TV event of the year, has traditionally led to lighter movie theater attendance, and 2022’s matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals looks to be no exception.

Disney’s 20th Century Studios Kenneth Branagh movie Death on the Nile saw $1.1M in both Wednesday and Thursday previews, while Universal’s Jennifer Lopez-Owen Wilson romantic comedy posted $525K just from Thursday night shows.

produced another PR liability for the studio in the interim. That said, “Death on the Nile” is projected by independent trackers for an opening between $11-13 million. That would be less than half of the opening of its predecessor, “Murder on the Orient Express,” which opened to $28.6 million in November 2017 and in its previews made $1.6 million.

Universal already had May 13 this year reserved for a Blumhouse movie, and it turns out that’s Firestarter. The movie will go day-and-date on Peacock too as the streamer needs to up its paid subscriber count. Firestarter is the only wide theatrical release on May 13, and follows the weekend after Disney/Marvel’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. 

Focus Features, Peacock, and Monkeypaw Productions have acquired global rights to Sundance Film Festival premiere Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul which will receive a theatrical day-and-date release in theaters and on Peacock later this year.

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.MOVIES— Valentine's Day means romantic comedies, and romantic comedies — often enough — mean Jennifer Lopez. The rom-com mainstay of “Maid in Manhattan" and “The Wedding Planner” returns to the genre in “Marry Me,” which opens Friday in theaters and on Peacock. In it, she plays a J-Lo-like pop star who learns her fiancé has been cheating on her just before their wedding is to be televised.

Jennifer Lopez wasn’t going to let a little rain stop her from enjoying her outing in New York City. The 52-year-old actress looked sensational as she was spotted in the Big Apple on Friday (February 3). Sporting a classic black coat with oversized buttons and a sophisticated grey top underneath, the Maid in Manhattan star was a stunning vision as she stomped the wet sidewalks through Times Square. The mother of two kept her trademark chestnut tresses long and loose, as she framed her flawless face with a set of designer sunglasses. Jennifer, you slay once again!

Netflix trailer showing its forthcoming big movies of 2022 has revealed a first look at the cast of Rian Johnson’s Knives Out 2.The clip, which you view below, sees the star studded line-up which includes Daniel Craig, Kate Hudson, Dave Bautista, Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Madelyn Cline, Jessica Henwick and Ethan Hawke boarding a yacht.The streaming service has acquired the rights to the next two Knives Out films in a deal reportedly worth $450 million (£327 million).Johnson’s original 2019 film was a massive box office success, earning $311.4 million (£226 million) on a $40 million (£29 million) budget.The trailer also features the Russo brothers’ The Gray Man starring Ryan Gosling and the Jamie Foxx vampire movie Day Shift.The clip includes actors directly addressing the camera while in character.

The Last Duel and The Tender Bar. And, of course, their rejuvenated . Now, Jennifer Lopez is in the midst of a press tour for her latest film, , which marks a return to her rom-com roots opposite Owen Wilson.

Jennifer Lopez has been busy promoting her upcoming new movie ‘Marry Me’ that is being released just in time for Valentine’s Day. And the 52-year-old wowed as she took to her Instagram earlier this week to share some incredibly eye-catching behind the scenes snaps from her New York Times interview spread.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck seemingly recreating the yacht scene from the «Jenny From the Block» music video surfaced. In pictures captured at the time, the 52-year-old songstress sported a bikini as she laid on the luxury boat, while Affleck placed his hand on her butt.  Fans went into overload with theories as it reminded them of the clip from the music video that was released almost 20 years ago.

Jennifer Lopez stunned fans into silence with her latest social media post as she shared a series of pictures from an incredible shoot.MORE: Inside Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's potential new $65m love nestThe singer posted outtakes from her shoot with New York Times, showing off a bunch of outrageous and chic looks that added to her style.One of them that specifically caught the attention of several fans was a risqué black dress with a vinyl top tied together with a string and black skirt.WATCH: Jennifer Lopez stars in the new rom-com Marry MeThe outfit left her entire midriff bare, showing off her sculpted abs and perfectly accentuating her statuesque frame to be a real stunner.Jennifer also wore a pink oversized puffer jacket with a crop-top and skirt with a very high slit that allowed her to show off her lean legs, and also a sheer white suit.MORE: Jennifer Lopez's fave sunglasses are up to 70% off - grab a pair starting from $20The shots came as part of her promotional tour for her upcoming movie Marry Me, and fans were immediately wowed, with many simply leaving heart and flame emojis.A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)Jennifer showed off her fashion chops in a series of incredible looksOne wrote: "So proud of you my queen," with another simply adding: "YOU'RE EVERYTHING," to the barrage of compliments.The Jenny From The Block performer recently shared a clip of herself speaking about the upcoming film and her character.MORE: Jennifer Lopez opens the doors into her Bel Air mansion as she celebrates special anniversaryMORE: Jennifer Lopez’s Coach handbag has a stylish tweak you might have missed"This movie for me was very personal, I really understood this life.

bootie styles, your eyes definitely haven't been deceiving you -- platform boots are having this winter. From TikTok to the closets of Hollywood's most stylish stars, these shoes are practically everywhere.Not only are we totally here for this '90s trend resurgence, but we're also more than ready to invest in a timeless pair of our own platform boots to wear all winter long -- with style inspiration courtesy of celebs like Jennifer Lopez and Kourtney Kardashian, no less.Kourtney Kardashian's style has reached peak levels of grunge-chic this year — and as a result, chunky platform boots have undoubtedly become a staple part of her wardrobe. Whether you're dressing them up or down, these shoes can provide so much outfit versatility and comfort.A post shared by Kourtney ❤️ (@kourtneykardash)It's no secret that Jennifer Lopez loves a good pair of boots.

Sasha Urban editorKathryn Kates, a veteran film, television and theater actor known for her roles on “Seinfeld,” “Orange is the New Black” and “Many Saints of Newark,” died Saturday, according to an Instagram post from her talent agency. She was 73.“Our mighty @officialkathrynkates has passed away,” Headline Talent Agency wrote on Instagram.

Kathryn Kates was an actress known for her roles in TV shows including “Seinfeld” and “Orange Is the New Black.”Acting careerKates was best known by many TV viewers for her appearances on two memorable episodes of “Seinfeld.” She played the counter woman at the bakery in iconic episodes featuring a babka and a loaf of marble rye bread. A later notable role for Kates came on several episodes of “Orange Is the New Black” as she played Amy Kanter-Bloom, mother of Jason Biggs’ character, Larry Bloom.