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The 2022 Screen Actors Guild Awards, aka the SAG Awards, are airing tonight (Sunday, February 27)!

Celebrating Betty White: America's Golden Girl, a tribute special to the actor and icon who in her home at the age of 99 on December 31, 2021. On January 17, 2022, Betty White would have her 100th birthday. White is best known for playing Rose Nylund in the sitcom , which ran from 1985 to 1992, but she reached superstar status for her comedic performances in The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Betty White Show, The Love Boat, Mama's Family, The Golden Palace, Ladies Man, That '70s Show, Boston Legal, The Bold and the Beautiful, and Hot in Cleveland.

Glamour's , I'm also a member of the Television Critics Association (the organization that brings you the ), the Critics Choice Association (the will air this March), an associate member of the (the Emmys), and the (the awards will air Sunday, February 27 on TNT/TBS). Needless to say, I'm quite passionate about the industry and finding the best of the best, whether it's the next addictive reality show, the TV series worth a second look, or the movie you need to see. So with that said, let's jump right in to what to watch for the week of Sunday, January 30 as we head into February.

Betty White certainly believed in love, especially when it came to animals. So it’s appropriate the theme song from one of her most memorable roles will be performed on her upcoming TV tribute by Cher, the songstress behind “I Believe In Love.”

Wilson Chapman editorPresident Joe Biden will be one of many guests for the upcoming primetime special “Celebrating Betty White: America’s Golden Girl,” NBC announced Thursday.The special, a tribute to the iconic comedic actress Betty White, will feature a taped tribute from Biden commemorating the late White, who passed away last December. NBC also announced several other stars who will appear in the special, including: Drew Barrymore, Valerie Bertinelli, Cher, Bryan Cranston, Ted Danson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Goldie Hawn, Vicki Lawrence, Jane Leeves, Jay Leno, Anthony Mackie, Wendie Malick, Joel McHale, Tracy Morgan, Jean Smart and Mary Steenburgen.

died on Dec. 31 at the age of 99, just several weeks shy of her 100th birthday. President Joe Biden, Drew Barrymore, Cher, Anthony Mackie and Tracy Morgan are among the guests set to appear.Valerie Bertinelli, Bryan Cranston, Ted Danson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Goldie Hawn, Vicki Lawrence, Jane Leeves, Jay Leno, Wendie Malick, Joel McHale, Jean Smart and Mary Steenburgen will also be coming on.“Celebrating Betty White: America’s Golden Girl” will debut on Peacock the following day.The “Golden Girls” star recorded a sentimental message for her fans just 11 days before her passing.

NBC’s Celebrating Betty White: America’s Golden Girl will honor the life of the legendary actress with the help of President Joe Biden and other celebrity guests including Drew Barrymore, Cher, Anthony Mackie, and Tracy Morgan, among others. The special will air on Jan. 31 at 10 p.m.

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Do the Golden Globes even exist if there isn’t a ceremony televised to the world? Or a red carpet? Or those fabulous parties that were spread out around the Beverly Hilton Hotel? Do these awards mean anything if the winners are not promoted in FYC ads for weeks to come? Well, we’re about to find out. READ MORE: “West Side Story” and “Belfast” top 2022 Critics Choice Awards nominations [Full List] The 2022 Golden Globe Awards were handed out in a private ceremony that focused on the changes the organization has made since coming under fire for its lack of African American or Black members, among other issues, last year.

Selome Hailu editorHBO announced that director, writer and producer Craig Zobel has extended his overall deal for three additional years.Most recently, Zobel directed the 2021 HBO limited series “Mare of Eastown,” which stars Kate Winslet as a police detective in a Philadelphia suburb investigating the recent murder of one girl and year-long disappearance of another.

Prolific director, writer and producer Craig Zobel is continuing his relationship with HBO, extending his overall deal for an additional three years. He previously signed a two-year overall deal in January 2020.

Jason Sudeikis and Jean Smart are teaming up for a new project.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorJason Sudeikis will star in a table read of “It’s a Wonderful Life.”The “Ted Lasso” Emmy winner will play George Bailey in the holiday classic and his real-life uncle, George Wendt, will appear as Uncle Billy.

EXCLUSIVE: Two-Time Oscar nominee Jacki Weaver, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Kannon Omachi, Brad Garrett, Victor Rasuk, Reid Scott, Erika Alexander and Chris Mulkey have rounded the cast of Limelight and eOne’s Wildflower. They join Jean Smart, Kiernan Shipka, Alexandra Daddario, Dash Mihok, Charlie Plummer and Samantha Hyde. Limelight and eOne are fully financing with Matt Smukler directing and Jana Savage writing.

EXCLUSIVE: Limelight and eOne have set an all-star cast for its upcoming drama Wildflower including Jean Smart, marking her the first film project she has signed on to since winning her Best Actress Emmy. Starring alongside Smart are Kiernan Shipka, Alexandra Daddario, Dash Mihok, Charlie Plummer, and Samantha Brook Hyde. Limelight and eOne are fully financing with Matt Smukler directing and Jana Savage writing.

Mare of Easttown was quite the hit at the 2021 Emmy Awards — but is a season 2 coming? That is the question!

2021 Emmy Awards, Jean Smart reflected on what it meant to win after «such a difficult last six months.» Smart, 70, took home Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her performance on and, as she acknowledged onstage during her acceptance speech, the celebration comes in the wake of the death of her late husband, Richard Gilliland.«He'd be very happy for me,» Smart told ET's Lauren Zima on the Emmys' Winners Walk. The couple, who met as co-stars on, married in 1987.

While Netflix lost the title of most Emmy-nominated network, cable channel, or streamer last year to HBO/HBOMax (albeit a disputed claim), but they’re going to be gunning back for that title tonight. Yes, HBO/HBO Max has “Mare Of Easttown” and “Hacks,” (and double-nominee Jean Smart) both of which should be strong contenders in the evening, but Netflix has “The Queen’s Gambit” and “The Crown” that should give them both a run for their money.

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorFemale directors took home the Primetime Emmy Awards for comedy and drama series directing in the same year for the first time, as helmers from “Hacks” and “The Crown” prevailed against tough competition.Lucia Aniello won for directing the pilot episode of “Hacks,” the HBO Max comedy that also won lead comedy actress for star Jean Smart.“It’s very surreal,” Aniello said of winning for writing.

Hacks. Written by the Emmy-winning team of Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky and starring Emmy winner Jean Smart, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Christopher McDonald, Mark Indelicato, Poppy Liu, Johnny Sibilly, Meg Stalter, Rose Abdoo and Kaitlin Olson, Hacks examines the relationship between a legendary Las Vegas comic and a younger comic who soon becomes her mentee. is streaming now on HBO Max.

Jean Smart has made history with her win at the 2021 Emmy Awards on Sunday (September 19).

2021 Emmy Awards. However, the veteran actress stopped the crowd in its standing tracks with her moving acceptance speech for Best Actress in a Comedy for “Hacks” on HBO Max.“I have to acknowledge my late husband, Richard Gilliland, who passed away six months yesterday,” said Smart, 70, who was clad in a sleek black gown with a classic updo.

Jean Smart is an Emmy winner once again!The actress won Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series on Sunday for her role as aging Las Vegas standup performer Deborah Vance on the HBO series . Smart got a standing ovation for her Emmy win, and she held back tears as she dedicated her award to her late husband, Richard Gilliland. Gilliland died in March after a brief illness.

Maane Khatchatourian News Editor, Variety.comThe Jeanaissance is alive and well.

the medium for A-list talent, and because of that the Primetime Emmy Awards winners look a lot like Oscar winners. Look no further than this year's nominees for proof that Hollywood has embraced the small screen.

73rd Primetime Emmy Awards, 's Julianne Nicholson earned her first Emmy win for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.«Great, great material is hard to find, and you wrote a script that is true to the horror and beauty... and the bonds between women,» she said before thanking her crew and co-stars. "Kate Winslet, man you're good at acting.

While Netflix lost the title of most Emmy-nominated network, cable channel or streamer last year to HBO/HBOMax (albeit a disputed claim), but they’re going to be gunning back for that title tonight. Yes, HBO/HBO Max has “Mare Of Easttown” and “Hacks,” (and double-nominee Jean Smart) both of which should be strong contenders in the evening, but Netflix has “The Queen’s Gambit” and “The Crown” that should give them both a run for their money.

kick off at 8 p.m. Sunday at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.The show, airing live on CBS and streaming on sister network Paramount+, will look a bit different from last year’s virtual ceremony, which was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel in front of a cardboard cutout audience due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

HBO Max — which contributed “Hacks” and “The Flight Attendant” — it’s once again dominating the comedy/drama space as it did back in the days of “The Larry Sanders Show” and “In Treatment.” (The latter’s reboot on HBO Max snared a 2021 Emmy nod for star Uzo Aduba — an added bonus.)The 2021 Emmys — held Sunday, Sept. 19 (8 p.m.

Emmys this weekend.was crowned the big winner at the 2021 TCA Awards, which are voted on by members of the Television Critics Association. Apple TV+'s beloved comedy, starring Jason Sudeikis, snagged three top awards: Program of the Year, Outstanding Achievement in Comedy and Outstanding New Program.Additionally, I May Destroy You creator and star Michaela Coel earned the Individual Achievement in Drama honor, whilestar Jean Smart scored the award on the comedy side.

The Television Critics Association announced the 2021 winners of the 37th Annual TCA Awards and, as expected, “Ted Lasso” ruled the proceedings. The Apple TV+ series not only took the prestigious Program of the Year honor but Outstanding Achievement in Comedy and Outstanding New Program.

The 2021 Television Critics Association Award winners have been announced and Ted Lasso, Michaela Cole, and Jean Smart are among its top honorees.

Women In Film, Los Angeles has set Marlee Matlin, Siâ­­­­n Heder, Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Zendaya and Ashley Levinson as the recipients of its 2021 Crystal Award, recognizing outstanding artists whose advocacy has helped to expand the role of women within entertainment.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorZendaya, Marlee Matlin and Jean Smart have been named Women in Film 2021 Crystal Award honorees. Formerly, the Crystal + Lucy Awards, the annual benefit supports WIF’s educational and philanthropic programs and its advocacy for gender parity for women throughout the industry.Also honored will be “Coda” writer Sian Heder, “Hacks” actress Hannah Einbinder and producer Ashley Levinson.

The Emmy comedy categories were looking like a walk in the park for Ted Lasso until HBO Max and Universal Television swept in late in the season with its acclaimed new series Hacks, sweeping up 15 nominations and now giving ol’ Ted a run for his money after just 10 episodes.

Kate Winslet has mixed emotions about the future of “Mare of Easttown”.