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Peacock is keeping Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip fans on their toes with a big shakeup.

Luann de Lesseps is trading golds, diamonds, caviar for… deep-fried testicles?!The  alum chows down on the delicacy in ET's exclusive sneak peek at Sunday's all-new episode of . Lu and co-star Sonja Morgan hit up the annual Testicle Festival in Benton, Illinois, to mix and mingle with the locals, as they continue their six-week project of helping to refresh the town in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sonja Morgan and Luann de Lesseps traveled to Benton, Illinois, for the content, but it sounds like one of them may have made a potential love connection while filming their new series.

Sonja Morgan and Luann de Lesseps aren't sure any other Housewives could handle a trip to Crappie Lake.«I know we are so similar, we are both small town girls who get a little fancy, but we can get our hands dirty,» Sonja explains, sitting beside her former  co-star at the iconic Central Park Boathouse in New York City.The two star in the new spinoff, , a sort-of  meets  reality comedy that finds the two revitalizing the town of Benton, Illinois. Luann says she's the Paris Hilton to Sonja's Nicole Richie, a reference Sonja doesn't get because she's never seen the early aughts hit.

actress Denée Benton used her time at the 2023 Tony Awards to get in a particularly well-received dig on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.Benton took the stage to present a special award at this year's star-studded show and used the unscripted nature of the night — due to the WGA strike — to slam the controversial politician.«Hi. I'm Denée Benton, actor and proud [Carnegie Mellon University] alum. Earlier tonight, CMU and the Tony Awards presented the 2023 Excellence in Theater Education Award, and while I am certain that the current Grand Wizard — I'm sorry, excuse me, Governor of my home state of Florida...» Benton's well-timed faux-misspeak, comparing equating DeSantis with the Ku Klux Klan, received a resounding cheer and round of applause from the audience, and Benton couldn't keep from laughing at the response.Pushing on through the surprised by supportive cheers, Benton continued, «I am sure that he will be changing the name of this following town immediately, but we were honored to present this award to the truly incredible and life-changing Jason Zembuch Young, [for] enhancing the lives of students at South Plantation High School in Plantation, Florida.»Denée Benton WENT THERE and called out Ron DeSantis omg “While I’m certain that the current Grand Wizard — I’m sorry.

William Earl Actor Denée Benton took aim at Florida Governor Ron DeSantis during Sunday’s Tony Awards telecast, referring to the Republican presidential hopeful as a “Grand Wizard” as she presented an award for theater education. On CBS’ live telecast, Benton saluted the 2023 recipient of the excellence in theater education award, Jason Zembuch Young of South Plantation High School in Plantation, Florida. Benton noted that she is a Florida native and she made reference to DeSantis’ many controversial moves on civil rights in the state by connecting him to the Klu Klux Klan white supremacist organization. “I’m certain that the curent grand wizard — I’m sorry, excuse me, governor of my home state of Florida,” Benton said, to a roar of applause from the crowd at New York’s United Palace Theater. She seemed to nod to DeSantis’ legislative push in Florida to enact racist and discriminatory policies restricting school curriculums on American history, among other disturbing moves during his time in office.

Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan are returning to Bravo in a The Real Housewives of New York City spinoff Welcome to Crappie Lake. The cable network dropped the trailer for the reality series that premieres on Sunday, July 9 at 9 p.m. ET. Watch a sneak peek in the video posted above.

will be featured in the upcoming Season 14.The so-called “legacy” cast, which also included the likes of Ramona Singer and Dorinda Medley, remain popular with fans. It was recently announced they would be filming Season 5 of “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip” together for Peacock.“Welcome to Crappie Lake” is a spin-off series which takes the socialites out of Manhattan to Benton, Ill.

The Simple Life meets  when  alums Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan land in the middle of Illinois.Sonja trades in her townhouse for an extended motel stay alongside her cabaret-loving pal, Lu, in Bravo's new fish-out-of-water comedy, , and ET has your first look! The longtime Bravo-lebs leave the Upper East Side behind for Benton, Illinois, (population ~7,000), a small, Midwest town in need of some help after being hit hard by the pandemic. The ladies' goal is simple: help spruce up the city… but the mayor quickly realizes they might not have the skill set to pull off all the improvements needed.From building a new playground to revitalizing the local theater with a full-on variety show (Paula Abdul cameo included!), and creating connections with locals along the way (even some in the biblical sense...), Luann and Sonja use their ingenuity to help improve the surroundings and rally the town's spirits.

“The Real Housewives of Miami” are headed back to Bravo.“RHOM” debuted back in 2011 on the cable network and ran for three seasons. It was revived for a fourth season in 2021 on NBC’s streaming service Peacock.

This isn’t the outcome anyone was hoping for…

The bodies of Lotus drummer Chuck Morris and his son have been recovered from a lake in Arkansas after both were reported missing almost a month ago.

said.Authorities said the bodies were recovered thanks to technology and efforts from Carroll County Mennonite Disaster Service and Christian Aid Ministries Search and Rescue Team out of Tennessee, who used remote-operated underwater vehicles in a «challenging environment» that passed depths of 180 feet.«Sheriff Holloway, along with the family of Chuck and Charley, would like to thank all the men and women who donated their time and efforts to help bring closure to the family and recover the two missing men,» the sheriff's office said.«Our heart goes out the family of Chuck and Charley Morris and we are thankful today that we can help bring closure,» the sheriff's office said.The pair went missing during a kayaking trip on Beaver Lake, a reservoir in the northwestern corner of the state, in mid-March, prompting an expansive recovery effort was launched.The effort included dive crews, boats, dogs and more from several agencies, according to Benton County Sheriff's Office spokeswoman Lt. Shannon Jenkins.But days into the search the operation became a recovery effort.«This lake is a serious challenge to search but we're doing everything we can,» Tony Wade, director of operations for Cajun Coast Search and Rescue told .Water temperatures in the lake had dropped to the 30s and 40s in the days following the kayakers' disappearance, reported.

after they went missing on March 16.The two embarked on a kayaking trip in the Ozark Mountains and following an unsuccessful search, a recovery effort was launched.“We were all hoping for a miracle, but at this point, the search for Chuck and Charley has moved to a recovery,” read a post by the band.“With help from the K9 team, there is a probable location on the lake, but logistical challenges including temperature, weather, and depth have prevented a recovery thus far. It is unknown how long these efforts may take,” it continued.

EXCLUSIVE: Broadway casting director Benton Whitley announced today the creation of Whitley Theatrical, a New York City-based casting and producing office for theater, film, and television.

EXCLUSIVE: Broadway casting director Duncan Stewart, whose big-name clients include the Tony-winning Hadestown, the new Life of Pi and the acclaimed The Great Comet of 1812, is dissolving his Stewart/Whitley agency after 14 years to head up the new casting arm of global live event company RWS Entertainment Group.

FOX31 Denver.The band’s Twitter account delivered the grave news on Wednesday, telling fans that their search and rescue effort is now being called a recovery mission, adding that a K-9 team has been deployed to help find them.“We were all hoping for a miracle, but at this point, the search for Chuck & Charley has moved to a recovery,” the stark announcement read.The Post reached out to the band, as well as the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, for comment.“With help from K9 teams, there is a probable location on the lake, but logistical challenges including temp, weather, and depth have prevented a recovery thus far,” the message continued. The Benton County Sheriff’s Office told FOX31 that the father-and-son pair set out for the trip at around 11 a.m.

Get ready, Bravo fans!

The Real Housewives of New York City may be on pause but stars Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan are not and they’re set to take their next adventure. Bravo has announced Luann and Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake, a spinoff that has the socialites travel to the small town of Benton, Illinois that will premiere in 2023.

Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan are swapping the Big Apple for something… much smaller. According to Bravo's announcement on Saturday, the longtime castmates are getting their own new Bravo series — but instead of the Berkshires, they're heading to Benton, Illinois. Considering the town has just around 7,000 locals, fans can count on the two beloved reality stars standing out in their temporary new home.

Ellise Shafer “RHONY” stars Sonja Morgan and Luann de Lesseps are trading New York City for small-town life in upcoming spinoff series “Luann and Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake.” Coming to Bravo in 2023, “Welcome to Crappie Lake” will follow the two socialites as they travel to the small town of Benton, Ill. According to the show’s official logline, Morgan and de Lesseps will “help spruce up their small town, which has a population just shy of 7,000. It’s a fish-out-of-water experience for everyone involved, especially when the two Manhattanites check in to the local motel. At the request of the mayor, they take on tasks to boost morale and galvanize the town with new spirit. From building a new playground to revitalizing the local theater with a full-on variety show, Luann and Sonja have their work cut out for them as they embrace their new temporary home. Whether searching for the town’s famous crappie fish in the lake with their bare hands or going mudding with monster trucks, one thing is for certain – with Luann and Sonja in charge and out of their element, hijinks and hilarity are sure to follow.”

EXCLUSIVE: Key programming continues for the 20th annual Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF) taking place August 5th – 13th.

Lucy Hale hits the red carpet in a sharp green suit to host the premiere of Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin held at Warner Bros. Studios on Friday night (July 15) in Burbank, Calif.

So many celebrities were in attendance at the Chanel’s Artists Dinner held during the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival!

Plans are in the works to launch a new documentary film festival in Washington, D.C. in June 2023, with a launch event to take place later this month.

Christine Baranski rocks a sharp suit for The Gilded Age special screening held at The Whitby Hotel in New York City on Tuesday (May 24).

So many stars are featured in Rodarte‘s portrait series for the Fall/Winter 2022 collection!

The Gilded Age, from creator Julian Fellowes, for a second season. On February 14, 2022, HBO announced the renewal, which is currently in the midst of airing its nine-episode first season. The series stars veteran actors , , and Carrie Coon, as well as breakout newcomers Louisa Jacobson and .

Newcastle or enjoying the calm of Northumberland villages like Allendale or Bamburgh, celebrities seem to love our corner of the country. Go here for more what's on updates, news and reviews from around the North East From Indiana Jones actor Harrison Ford to the iconic Spice Girls, we've had plenty of visits from famous faces. Below, we've compiled a list of places around the North East that have become celebrity magnets.

HBO’s The Gilded Age continues to grow from its impressive start, delivering a 15% increase in total viewers from its series premiere.

Hugh Hefner has made headlines posthumously as A&E recently released its docuseries about the Playboy founder, "Secrets of Playboy."  Although Hefner died in 2017, many former Playboy Playmates have come forward to detail their alleged experiences with Hefner and the Playboy mansion in the new docuseries, including Holly Madison and Sondra Theodore. In addition to Madison and Theodore, here's a look at Hefner's wives and girlfriends through the years. Mildred Williams Williams was the first wife of Hugh Hefner.The two met in college and got married in 1949.

Lisa Kennedy The tried and true way to break viewers’ hearts is to make them care deeply. “Aftershock” wastes no time in doing just that. Filmmaking duo Paula Eiselt and Tonya Lewis Lee begin their emotionally resonant, statistically chilling documentary about the dramatically increased numbers of maternal death and morbidity among Black women in the U.S.

It was 2017 when filmmaker Paula Eiselt started seeing articles about rising maternal mortality rates in the United States. She’d had traumatic experiences giving birth to her four children, but didn’t realize that the problems were widespread and disproportionately affecting Black women.Tonya Lewis Lee, in her travels and conversations promoting infant mortality awareness, had also begun hearing stories about people's sisters, friends and cousins who had died after childbirth.

HBO released the trailer for "The Gilded Age" on Thursday, revealing "Downton Abbey" creator Julian Fellowes' glamorous new period-piece series.

Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes is back with a brand new period piece: The Gilded Age! The debut trailer for the HBO drama just debuted online, along with some first look pics.