Patton Oswalt’s ‘Parks And Recreation’ Rant Was Copied By Disney’s ‘Book Of Boba Fett’

Howard Fineman, the journalist, columnist and television commentator known for his keen insight and analysis on all things politics, has died at age 75.

Ricky Martin is looking back at the sweet moment in which his twins, Matteo and Valentino, discovered he was a star. The Puerto Rican singer recently headlined LA Pride with an incredible performance, and his two kids were in attendance, showing their support and cheering for him throughout the show, even doing some of the choreography and proving that they are his biggest fans.Ricky Martin, a ‘happy dad’ with his four kids in DisneylandRicky Martin’s son Valentino shows off his gymnastic skillsRicky Martin’s twins Matteo and Valentino show their support at his LA Pride performanceDuring his latest interview with Kelly Clarkson, the singer detailed the moment they realized how big of a star he was when they were 5 years old. “I have four kids.

Gold Rising talent development program, which invites college seniors and recent graduates on an eight-week summer educational initiative to help jumpstart their careers in film. Gold Rising participants will attend networking events, receive exclusive internship opportunities and hear from panelists and speakers from the industry’s top filmmakers.

Escape To The Country presenter, Alistair Appleton, has spoken out candidly about how he craved a different type of escape during his early days on TV, as he battled with drink and drugs outside of work. The presenter and psychotherapist, who returns to his role on BBC One on Friday, 7 June, first started presenting the show in 2007.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director “Saturday Night Live” hair stylist Jodi Mancuso and makeup artist Louie Zakarian recently told The Ankler (via People) that the now-iconic Beavis and Butt-Head sketch with Ryan Gosling and Mikey Day was originally pitched for host Jonah Hill in 2018. The “Superbad” favorite hosted the Nov. 3, 2018 episode during Season 44 with musical guest Maggie Rogers.

EXCLUSIVE: Danny A. Abeckaser (Bardejov) is set to direct his next feature, crime drama The Perfect Gamble, which will film on location in the country of Georgia (previously part of Russia), and stars David Arquette, Abeckaser and Daniella Pick Tarantino, wife of director Quentin Tarantino. The Perfect Gamble is produced by Abeckaser under his 2B Films umbrella, in partnership with Yoav Gross and Rinati Rokach.

“Jeopardy!” and “Family Feud” as his favorite game shows.“In my opinion, the gold standard [game show host] is Richard Dawson hosting ‘Family Feud,’ ” he said.“That’s why I wore a vest every episode. That’s my little nod to him.”In addition to game shows, Oswalt has worn many caps in Hollywood, including comedic acting (“Parks and Recreation,” “Community”), voice acting (“Ratatouille”), writing, stand-up (for which he won an Emmy and a Grammy), and dramatic acting. (He’s slated to be in “Sons of Anarchy” creator Kurt Sutter’s next drama, “The Abandons.”)“I like doing it all, but the one that brought me to the dance was stand-up,” he said.“Everything I do is so that I can do more stand-up.” He’s going on tour this summer, with “a whole new hour of material,” he said.

Zoe Saldaña has crafted one of the strongest and steadiest careers in Hollywood. The actress has been involved with numerous lucrative franchises, from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, to the Avatar films. In an appearance on Kering’s Women in Motion program at the Cannes Film Festival, Saldaña opened up about her expertise in the industry, discussing gender equality and how she’s handled her dyslexia when learning scripts.

Jack Dunn Before becoming one of Hollywood’s most beloved leading men, Chris Pratt lived in an apartment behind the TLC Chinese Theater. Well into the early morning, he would wander on the Walk of Fame and stare at the stars beneath his feet, wondering if his time in the spotlight would ever come. Pratt returned to the Hollywood landmark on Sunday, not to lament over broken dreams, but to help introduce Garfield creator Jim Davis as he cemented his signature outside the TLC Chinese Theater at “The Garfield Movie” premiere.

Skywalker Ranch, located roughly 40 minutes north of San Francisco, from 6 p.m. to midnight. Owned by Lucas, Skywalker Ranch is home to a main house, the man-made Lake Ewok, and Skywalker Sound, the 153,000-square-foot postproduction facility that has a 300-seat theater.

Netflix has rounded out the Endless Family for Season 2 of The Sandman. Esmé Creed-Miles joins the cast as Delirium, Adrian Lesteras Destiny and Barry Sloaneas The Prodigal. The three join Tom Sturridge as Dream, Kirby as Death, Mason Alexander Park as Desire and Donna Preston as Despair who are returning from Season 1.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer Wake up, fans of “The Sandman,” we’ve got some Season 2 news for you: The Netflix adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s epic graphic novel series has cast the final three siblings in the “Endless Family” of Tom Sturridge’s Dream — Esmé Creed-Miles as Delirium, Adrian Lester as Destiny and Barry Sloane as “The Prodigal.” In “The Sandman” comic book series, The Prodigal is the estranged Endless sibling named Destruction, but Netflix has taken care to label Sloane’s role as “The Prodigal,” which is the way the character is referred to throughout the first volumes of the story. The three new castings point to “The Sandman” Season 2 covering the graphic novel’s iconic installment, “Season of Mists.” The trio of new “The Sandman” Season 2 actors will join the Endless siblings returning from Season 1: Death (Kirby), Desire (Mason Alexander Park), Despair (Donna Preston) and Dream, The Sandman himself.

Chris Pratt has paid tribute to his Guardians of the Galaxy stunt double Tony McFarr, who died aged 47 on May 13. No cause of death has been given.McFarr passed away at his home in Orlando, Florida; according to TMZ, his mother Donna reported that toxicology reports for his death were still pending. He acted as Pratt’s stunt double for both the Guardians franchise and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.Pratt announced the news of McFarr’s death on Instagram stories, writing on May 16: “Devastated to hear about the loss of my friend and former stunt double Tony McFarr.”“We did several movies together,” Pratt continued.

Dabney Coleman, an Emmy winner whose six-decade career included a sterling run of hit movies in the ’80s such as 9 to 5, On Golden Pond and Tootsie and whose TV work included ranges from Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman to Buffalo Bill to Yellowstone, has died, according to TMZ. He was 92.

Patton Oswalt confesses he’s relieved there hasn’t been a “Ratatouille” sequel.“The film buff [side of me] loves that there hasn’t been a sequel,” the comic actor told the NY Post exclusively at the Amazon Upfront on Tuesday.“I love that [co-director] Brad Bird is the kind of guy that’s like, ‘I’ll do a sequel when I come up with a great idea but I’m not just going to run and scramble and try to do something just to do it.'”The “King of Queens” alum, 55, voiced Remy, a culinary-gifted rodent who helps a hapless French chef in the beloved 2007 Pixar toon.That’s not to say that a teensy part of Oswalt wishes they’d make a sequel, if only for the hefty paycheck.“Listen, I’m going to quote a musician friend of mine who says, ‘Whenever I hear my song in this commercial, that’s the sound of my kids teeth being straightened,'” he joked, “so yeah, there is that aspect.”The standup comedian will soon be seen as the host of a new quiz show called “The 1% Club” based on a British game show.Oswalt says it’s not like other shows.“It’s kind of based on how your brain works rather than how much information have you stored up in it,” he explained. “It’s about logic.

Jordan Moreau Tony McFarr, who was Chris Pratt‘s stunt double in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” and two of the “Jurassic World” movies, died on Monday. He was 47.

Tony McFarr, a stuntman best known as the double for actor Chris Pratt in blockbusters like Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, died of undetermined causes May 13 at his home outside Orlando. He was 47.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Maybe it was the chilly temperatures, steady breeze and light spatterings of rain, which take a toll when a person is standing outdoors on an elevated platform — like the stage of a concert venue — for two hours. Or maybe it was just an off night.

Gwen Stefani’s ex-husband Gavin Rossdale looks happy in love with his girlfriend Xhoana Xheneti. The couple was recently vacationing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and photos of their trip have fans doing a double take because she looks just like Stefani.In the photos, the 35-year-old Albanian-born singer wore a headband that resembles Stefani’s famous bandana look. She was also rocking bright red lipstick that looked exactly like the shade the No Doubt singer has rocked for years.The resemblance is uncanny, and she has admitted that she has been inspired musically by Stefani’s band, No Doubt.

Meredith Woerner Deputy Editor, Variety.com The reigning Queen of Comic-Con and the ultimate science fiction superstar, Sigourney Weaver, might be gearing up to conquer yet another interstellar franchise. Weaver is in talks to join the cast of the Star Wars film, “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” Variety has confirmed.