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With her Instagram Live and YouTube talk series Baited, writer and comedian Ziwe Fumudoh didn’t shy away from having uncomfortable conversations of hard truths with people like Caroline Calloway, Alison Roman, Jeremy O, Alyssa Milano and many, many others. Fast forward to 2021, and Fumudoh has now expanded what she launched with her own late-night variety series on Showtime appropriately titled: Ziwe.
Fumudoh joined us on Deadline’s New Hollywood Podcast this week to talk about her journey
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EXCLUSIVE: Emmy winner Kyle Chandler is set to star opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the first installment of Super Pumped, Showtime’s anthology series from Billions co-creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien.
Krysta Rodriguez is best known for her many roles on the Broadway stage including originating the role of Wednesday Addams in the Tony Award-nominated musical The Addams Family as well as First Date the Musical opposite Zachary Levi. She also starred in the groundbreaking 2015 Tony-nominated Deaf West Theatre production of Spring Awakening. On top of all that, she starred in NBC’s Broadway series Smash and led the Netflix zombie dark comedy Daybreak.
While Showtime hasn’t been able to fully keep up with the likes of HBO in terms of overall quality of original programming or quantity, there are some serious bright spots on the premium network, including the long-running series, “Billions.” And because of that show’s popularity and awards recognition, it appears Showtime is ready to give “Billions” co-creators, Brian Koppelman and David Levien, another series about the business world to bring to the network, titled “Super Pumped.” READ MORE:
such as Alison Roman questions like, “How many black friends do you have?” She takes a similar approach to her Showtime series, which features a mix of interviews and comedy sketches each episode. In the May 9th premiere, for instance, Ziwe asked author Fran Lebowitz if “racism or slow walkers” bothers her more.
Jonah Hill has joined an upcoming limited series which will see him portray legendary “Hollywood Fixer” Sidney Korshak.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is taking on a new role!
The story of ride-sharing company Uber, which revolutionized ground transportation, is coming to television.
It sure does feel like it’s been a while since we’ve really seen Jonah Hill appear in a meaty role in something, right? Since 2018, the actor has only appeared in two live-action films (“Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far On Foot” and “The Beach Bum”) and one series (“Maniac”). But those hoping for a big-time Jonah Hill fix are in luck, as it appears the actor has another limited series on the horizon.
SPOILER ALERT: The following story contains details from the series finale of NCIS: New Orleans.
Kate Garraway has given fans a new update on her husband Derek Draper's health battle, revealing that he is still on a long road to recovery.Appearing on The Andrew Marr Show on Sunday, the Good Morning Britain presenter confessed that her spouse is still "devastated" by the effects of coronavirus and that his communication is "minimal".MORE: Kate Garraway reveals she underwent same EMDR therapy as Prince HarryWATCH: Kate Garraway reveals the sweet words husband Derek told herShe explained: "He
Prince Harry and Oprah Winfrey's new docuseries on mental health is about to launch, and it's one of the must-watch programmes of the year. If you want to make sure you don't miss out on the series that everyone is talking about, here's how you can watch it.The Me You Can't See is Harry's documentary series featuring honest discussions about mental health and illuminating stories from around the world, as well as plenty of insights into his own life.
The new season of Master of None drops on Netflix on May 23 and it may not be the comedy that you are used to seeing — and that’s a good thing.
Ryan Murphy, follows the life of legendary fashion designer Roy Halston Frowick, portrayed by Ewan McGregor. is available to stream now, and in honor of the series' release, we're in the mood to shop for clothes that take us back to the '70s in New York City — an era synonymous with glamour, disco and Halston himself.Think billowy gowns to slinky club dresses, featuring statement-making details like metallics, sequins and halter necklines.
Strictly Come Dancing in 2010. More recently she starred as Maria in the live ITV version of The Sound of Music and now she’s a mum of two.
Danielle Turchiano Senior Features Editor, TVWith her new Showtime variety series, Ziwe Fumudoh, known professionally as just Ziwe, is ready to create her “Ziwe cinematic universe.”The comedian and author went viral last summer when she hosted an Instagram Live show “from my bedroom.” Not only did she host and interview guests from Alyssa Milano to Alison Roman, but Ziwe was also responsible for the show’s set design, hair and makeup, costume design and talent booking.