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Cheryl Burke is ready for a change. The 38-year-old pro confirms to ET that this will «likely» be her final season performing on the series, revealing that she's set her sights on a seat at the judges' table. «It will likely be my last season,» she told ET's Denny Directo backstage after Monday's Disney+ episode. Asked what might make her stick around a little longer with the franchise, she confessed, «Give me another job on the show.»«There's lots of different titles,» she continued.

Jessie James Decker and Alan Bersten were dead ringers for Sarah Sanderson and Billy Butcherson during ' Disney night. The pair went all-out with their costumes for Monday's competition, dancing the Jive to «One Way or Another» from. Decker looked nearly identical to Sarah Jessica Parker's character, while Bersten channeled her zombie boyfriend. «Honestly, if anyone knows me, I'm obsessed with SJP — Carrie Bradshaw — having a moment to be like her was just everything for me,» Decker gushed to ET's Denny Directo backstage after the show, admitting that her ultimate goal was to catch Parker's eye. «I tagged her over a hundred times.

Cheryl Burke is still hurting over having to battle her ex-husband over custody of their dog.Monday's was bittersweet for Burke and her celeb partner, Sam Champion. The pair delivered a fun, memorable dance for Disney+ Night — a paso doble set to «The Greatest Show» from — but ended up getting voted off.Speaking with ET's Denny Directo after the eventful evening, Burke addressed one particularly challenging personal drama that has been weighing on her in recent weeks — fighting over her beloved pup with ex Matthew Lawrence.«Oh, I'm gonna cry,» Burke said, getting emotional when asked about the custody fight, which she's been very open and vocal about in recent weeks. «It's just really sad, you know.»«It sucks because, for me, it's just cruel,» she said.

Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard -- the defamation trial that gripped the country, is coming to our screens in the form of a new Tubi original movie. ET's Denny Directo spoke to the stars of, Megan Davis and Mark Hapka, about portraying one of the most talked about trials on-screen.The actors admittedly had their reservations before signing on to the project, with Hapka sharing that it wasn't a «yes» right away.«It wasn’t right away a 'hell yes,' because we got questions, you know?» Hapka said.

LeAnn Rimes stripped down literally and emotionally for her latest music video. ET's Denny Directo spoke with the 40-year-old singer about baring all for the music video of her track, «Spaceship,» which was directed by her husband, Eddie Cibrian.The music video features a makeup-free Rimes nude and wrapped in a blanket, up until the closing shot when she drops the fabric and walks away from the camera completely sans cover.«Nothing new to be seen here,» Rimes tells ET of the shooting the moment in front of her husband of more than a decade. "… Especially on this record, everything feels exposed.

Taylor Hale made history last night in multiple ways when she earned the jury vote and was crowned the season 24 champion, and she's opening up about the wild experience.Hale, 27, went from being one of the most unreasonably disliked houseguests of the season — and almost got evicted after the first week — to becoming both the first Black woman to ever win the show and the first champion to also be voted by fans as America's Favorite Player.«It just blows my mind,» Hale marveled, while speaking with ET's Denny Directo after the finale. «Because I was just someone who was a very passive, casual enjoyer, I can't really say fan, of the show. I started watching last season.

Zach Shallcross was thrilled with America's pick for his first-ever rose. ET's Denny Directo spoke with the newly minted Bachelor at the show's iconic mansion on Sunday, and Zach revealed that he was a fan of Brianna, the recipient of America's First Impression Rose.The first rose of its kind was handed out during the finale of  when Zach was named the next franchise lead and got to meet five women who could be his future wife on live TV.While ladies tried to impress by pointing out their similarities with Zach, making up a cute rhyme, displaying their confidence and even doing a shot, it was Brianna's selfie-taking that won America's heart.When asked if Brianna was the right choice for the first impression rose, Zach responded confidently, «absolutely!»Zach continued, «I thought coming up with a polaroid camera, taking a selfie on stage and putting it in my pocket, I was like 'wow that was very smooth.'»  «I have it forever and gotta bring it on night one,» he said. Though he couldn't recite all of the women's names when host Jesse Palmer asked him to, Zach assured ET that he's mastered the monikers now.

the Bling Ring targeted celebrities' houses in a series of high-profile crimes that fascinated the nation. Now, a new Netflix docuseries is looking inside the true story of the crimes, and one of the members, Alexis Haines, is opening up about her involvement in the series and looking back at the infamous crime spree.Haines — who gained infamy while going by the surname Neiers and pleaded no contest to first degree burglary in 2010 and served one moth of a six-month sentence — recently sat down with ET's Denny Directo, and reflected on why she participated in the new series, .«I think it's just a testament to recovery.

Entertainment Tonight is entering its new season with three new full-time correspondents! On Friday, the #1 entertainment newsmagazine in the world announced that it's elevating Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo and Will Marfuggi's roles for season 42.The trio has been part of ET’s digital team as correspondents and producers, with their pieces often appearing across all ET platforms, but will now take on a bigger role for the syndicated, nightly broadcast as full-time correspondents.DiLaura joined Entertainment Tonight in 2018 and most recently served as a digital correspondent and producer. She’s interviewed some of the biggest stars in Hollywood including George Clooney, Kevin Costner, and Sandra Bullock. Her passion for music and expertise has landed her on red carpets for the Grammys, CMT Awards, and the CMA Awards.

EJ Panaligan editor “Entertainment Tonight” has promoted three reporters to on-air correspondents: Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo and Will Marfuggi have been elevated as full-time additions to the broadcast’s 42nd season. DiLaura, Directo and Marfuggi been part of the brand’s digital team, previously serving as correspondents and producers with their work appearing across all platforms for “Entertainment Tonight.” In their new positions, the trio will take on a bigger role as on-camera personalities for the syndicated, nightly broadcast. “Entertainment Tonight” is hosted by Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner, and is the longest-running and top-rated entertainment newsmagazine on television. DiLaura, Directo and Marfuggi join Rachel Smith and Matt Cohen as correspondents.

Allison Janney is looking back on her time working alongside Elliot Page in the 2007 film, . ET's Denny Directo spoke to Janney at the premiere of her new film, , where she spoke about the film, which celebrates its 15th anniversary later this year.«Oh my God, Elliot Page — having the best time with him on that movie,» Janney gushed. «And reading the script, Diablo Cote's script was something that just was so, it was like nothing else I'd ever read before, and I knew it when I read it, I was excited to be a part of that, and Jason Reitman, the director's extraordinary.»It was a wonderful experience I had yeah," she added. While Page, who has since come out as transgender, earned an Oscar nomination for their work in the film, he told  in June, that it was at the height of the film's success that he was struggling with his identity the most.«During awards-season time, I was closeted, dressed in heels and the whole look — I wasn’t okay, and I didn’t know how to talk about that with anyone,» Page recalled.«I can't pinpoint a 'worst' day,» he continued, «but when was blowing up — this sounds strange to people, and I get that people don’t understand.

has crowned a new champion! On Wednesday night's live finale, The Mayyaswere declared the winner of season 17, and were awarded with a $1 million prize and a headlining gig at 's Las Vegas show.The Lebanese female dance troupe immediately impressed judge Sofia Vergara and earned her Golden Buzzer.«No matter what the outcome in this competition is, already us being here on the biggest stage in the world, as the first Lebanese dance team to be here is already a prize for us,» the group's founder, Nadim Cherfan told ET's Denny Directo after their finale performance Tuesday night. «We are proud of each other, so no matter what the outcome is we are all winners.»Cherfan noted that the ongoing struggles in her group's home country make the experience all the more meaningful.«We come from a country where, right now, surviving day today is crucial for us,» she said.

Tom Hanks could not let the role of Geppetto pass him by. ET's Denny Directo spoke to Hanks at the premiere of Disney's live-action film, , Wednesday night, where he shared why he asked to play the part of the woodcarver and creator of Pinocchio.«Oh, this is like being on the '27 Yankees, you know, it goes back so far in the American cultural zeitgeist, and I know way too much about because I played Walt Disney in, so, I already did a prime study on it — I was ready to hit it,» Hanks revealed.«As soon I as I heard that Bob was doing it -- Bob Zemeckis, I called him up cold and I said, 'Pinocchio,' literally one word.

Sofia Vergara is opening up about her love and appreciation for bestie Heidi Klum.Vergara walked the carpet following Tuesday's fourth qualifier round, and she spoke with ET's Denny Directo about her bond with her fellow judge, and their hilarious and adorable parody of Taylor Swift's recently revealed album cover.Vergara took to Twitter on Tuesday to share a pic of herself and Klum chomping down on either end of a tasty treat, and the post was mocked up to look like Swift's new album — only instead of their (faux) album is titled «Midnightsnacks.»

Barbie Ferreira is closing the door on “Euphoria”.

Barbie Ferreira is closing the door on  The 25-year-old actress, who played Kat Hernandez on the first two seasons of the HBO teen drama, announced on her Instagram story Wednesday she would not be returning for the upcoming third season. «After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I'm having to say a very teary-eyed goodbye,» Ferreira wrote. «I hope many of you could see yourself in her like I did and that she brought you joy to see her journey into the character she is today.»«I put all my care and love into her and I hope you guys could feel it,» she continued, before she ended her announcement with a sweet message to her character.

movie, but she had a message for fans who are sad about her character's absence. The upcoming Paramount+ movie reunites the majority of the original series cast, minus key alumni such as Cho and Dylan O'Brien. Cho, who headlines Netflix's new workplace series , confirmed in an interview earlier this summer that her decision not to appear in the movie was due to significant pay disparity with a few of her co-stars.Nonetheless, Cho expressed her gratitude to the fans for their support and love for her character, Kira.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are set to tie the knot, but the question is just how involved the America's Got Talent judge is with prepping.Cowell spoke with ET's Denny Directo on the red carpet on Tuesday, following the third night of the season 17 qualifying rounds, and he laughingly said, «I am always wedding planning.»Although, when asked if he's truly a «groomzilla» Cowell admitted that he's really «not involved» in the nuances of pulling off the big day, and is instead letting his longtime love have it the way she wants.That being said, there is something Cowell really does want to have at the wedding. «A puppy!» Cowell said, perhaps inspired by an adorable puppy that happened to be on the carpet at the same time.

Sofia Vergara is gushing over Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams' «amazing» wedding. After a lengthy pandemic-related postponement, the couple finally made it down the aisle and exchanged vows in front of friends and family, including Hyland's co-stars, over the weekend. Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ariel Winter, Nolan Gould, Julie Bowen, Vergara and more were all in attendance to watch the couple tie the knot.«We had a great time,» Vergara tells ET's Denny Directo in an interview at the Tuesday night taping of. «It was kind of like a reunion because we haven't seen each other since the pandemic started and we finished the last episode of.

Sofia Vergara is gushing over Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams' «amazing» wedding. After a lengthy pandemic-related postponement, the couple finally made it down the aisle and exchanged vows in front of friends and family, including Hyland's co-stars, over the weekend. Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ariel Winter, Nolan Gould, Julie Bowen, Vergara and more were all in attendance to watch the couple tie the knot.«We had a great time,» Vergara tells ET's Denny Directo in an interview at the Tuesday night taping of. «It was kind of like a reunion because we haven't seen each other since the pandemic started and we finished the last episode of.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are set to tie the knot, but the question is just how involved the America's Got Talent judge is with prepping.Cowell spoke with ET's Denny Directo on the red carpet on Tuesday, following the third night of the season 17 qualifying rounds, and he laughingly said, «I am always wedding planning.»Although, when asked if he's truly a «groomzilla» Cowell admitted that he's really «not involved» in the nuances of pulling off the big day, and is instead letting his longtime love have it the way she wants.That being said, there is something Cowell really does want to have at the wedding. «A puppy!» Cowell said, perhaps inspired by an adorable puppy that happened to be on the carpet at the same time.

Demi Lovato is embracing her next chapter. Celebrating her 30th birthday and the release of her eighth studio album – Holy Fvck, out now – the star opens up about living life and making music in an exclusive new interview with ET.

Demi Lovato is embracing her next chapter. Celebrating her 30th birthday and the release of her eighth studio album -- , out now — the star opens up about living life and making music in an exclusive new interview with ET. «It feels so good to just be completely authentic in what makes me happy, to perform and sing, and I'm just really, really excited about it,» Lovato tells ET's Denny Directo while rehearsing for her upcoming tour in Burbank, California. The 32-date tour will kick off in Brazil on Aug.

Harry Shum Jr. finally made mom proud. The Crazy Rich Asians star joked to ET's Denny Directo that his latest gig, a recurring role as a medical resident on season 19 of meant he had achieved his parents' dream of him becoming a doctor.«I made my mom and dad really happy.

Josh Peck is showing his support for fellow former Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy following the release of her candid and sometimes shocking new memoir.Peck recently spoke with ET's Denny Directo, while promoting his new Netflix coming-of-age dramedy, and he opened up about the actress' tell-all, .«I just think it's incredibly brave,» Peck said of the memoir. «And for her to do it in a way [where] she has this beautifully biting comedic voice and this thoughtful way of expressing her journey and her pain and her challenge.»«I just honor her in that because it takes a lot of guts,» he added.

Josh Peck is returning to the actor revealed during an exclusive sit-down with ET's Denny Directo on Friday's The Download. Peck played Drew, a vice principal at the school Jesse (Chris Lowell) is a teacher at and dated Sophie (Hilary Duff) for the majority of season 1. While they broke up by the end of the season, it appears their story may not be over just yet.«I think it's sort of unofficially official that yeah you can [expect to see Drew in season 2],» Peck said while promoting Netflix's.

Mindy Kaling is opening yup about B.J. Novak's title as godfather to her two children!The actress and TV creator walked the red carpet at the premiere of season three of her series, held at the Westwood Village Theater in Los Angeles on Thursday, and she opened up to ET's Denny Directo about how Novak is as a godparent.«He's very good with children!» Kaling shared.

Tisha Campbell has been working in Hollywood since she was 8 years old, when she made her onscreen debut as Daisy Bunsen in a short film called. While speaking to ET’s Denny Directo, the star took a trip down memory lane to revisit the start of her acting career nearly five decades ago. “That’s me trying to dance. Phil Black was the choreographer,” Campbell says, amazed to see her younger self perform. Looking back, she recalls how it was her first audition.

season 3 of Netflix's the year of Devi? Ask series star Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and executive producer/co-creator Mindy Kaling and they'd say so, even with Devi beginning the season in unfamiliar territory: Her social status is up as she embarks on a new committed relationship with her «dream» guy, Paxton. But, it being and all, there's room for love triangles and even love squares. «The romance is obviously so fun and we love those sexy situations and all the awkwardness and all the observations about that,» Kaling told ET's Denny Directo over Zoom on Monday.

Charli D'Amelio's 18th year is off to a sweet-smelling start. The TikTok star, who celebrated her milestone birthday in May, has recently launched her first fragrance, Born Dreamer — an appropriate title for the teenage social media sensation. «I now have a signature smell, but the way it smells on me is different than it smells on my best friend,» she told ET's Denny Directo, «and I feel like that adds its own little uniqueness and individuality to the fragrance, but also to each person and I really love that about it.»For fans interested in a whiff, here's what you can expect from the scent: «I would say the pear, jasmine, a little bit of the musk, just all together -- it's very clean,» Charli said. «I'm definitely a big fan of the top notes, so I notice myself reapplying a lot throughout the day because that pear is just, you really can't beat it, and it's a little sweet, but not too sweet.

Tiffany Haddish is opening up about her long friendship with Jo Koy, and exactly how far back the two go when it comes to their careers in comedy.Haddish stunned on the red carpet at the premiere of her new comedy with Koy,, at the TCL Chinese Theatre on Tuesday, and she spoke with ET's Denny Directo about how it feels to be there supporting her longtime pal.«It feels amazing. Don't get me starting to crying!» Haddish laughed as she fought back happy tears reflecting on their 20-year friendship. «I was hungry and homeless, he was a single dad who needed a babysitter.

Sofia Carson has some sage advice for young actors. ET's Denny Directo spoke to the 29-year-old actress on the latest episode of , and she revealed the best advice she has for up-and-comers in the business.«Whenever I do see younger actors, the first thing I say is, 'Keep your mom close,' because there's nothing like having family in this business,» she said. "… I've been so lucky that [my mom and I are] on this journey together.

Mandy Moore has revealed that a rare blood disorder will prevent her from taking an epidural when she gives birth to her second child later this fall.

Mandy Moore has revealed that a rare blood disorder will prevent her from taking an epidural when she gives birth to her second child later this fall.The star told  that she suffers from an autoimmune disorder known as immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). According to the Mayo Clinic, the disorder can lead to easy or excessive bruising and bleeding, which results from unusually low levels of platelets (the cells that help blood clot).The 38-year-old actress confirmed that her platelets «are too low for an epidural,» while adding that she went through the same experience during her pregnancy with her now 1-year-old son, Gus.«It was awful,» the actress recalled the experience.

Big Brother experience. ET's Denny Directo spoke to Ameerah the day after her eviction from the house, and she admitted was was «shocked» to be put on the block.«Once I was put on the block, I assumed that I was a backdoor,» she told ET.

Nikki Blonksy is reminiscing about all things . In honor of the film's 15th anniversary, ET's Denny Directo spoke with Blonsky, who is probably best known for her role as Tracy Turnblad in the movie musical, and what the movie taught her as a plus-size woman.«It has personally helped me so much as a plus-size woman.