The Last of Us has become Sky’s biggest finale audience for a U.S. debut series of all time.
11.03.2023 - 15:03 / ok.co.uk
There’s nothing like the buzz of having something to look forward to.Taking pleasure from anticipation is built into us – and key to our mental wellbeing. When we imagine our future selves doing something we love, our brains release the happiness hormone dopamine, giving us the motivation to endure difficult days. It’s one of the reasons life in lockdown felt grey and at – we couldn’t enjoy making plans.There’s even scientific proof that we take more pleasure from expectation than reward, as dopamine drops when we get what we want.
“Humans don’t like waiting, but positive anticipation is really good for us,” says Cheryl Rickman, a positive psychology practitioner, whose book You Can Flourish by Cheryl Rickman (Vie, £12.99) is out now. “Aside from the dopamine, the emotions it creates help us cope with stress and boost our problem-solving.There are also neurons in the brain that light up when we imagine future good things. It’s known as The Hope Circuit and it reduces feelings of helplessness.” Here’s how you can harness the power of anticipation to make you happier...
Keep a thrill-filled diary Travel agents look forward to “Sunshine Saturday” in January as clients shake off the post-Christmas slump by booking a holiday. But you don’t need big treats to feel the benefits – just pencil regular and realistic cheap thrills into your calendar. “This could be a theatre trip, a walk in the sunshine or cooking your favourite meal,” says Cheryl.
The Last of Us has become Sky’s biggest finale audience for a U.S. debut series of all time.
Sky Studios CEO Cecile Frot-Coutaz has called the plethora of shows on the market “really confusing” for viewers.
Soccer AM has reportedly been cancelled by Sky after almost 30 years on the air.The popular Sunday morning TV show will be removed from Sky’s broadcasting schedule at the end of the current Premier League season, with 10 episodes still remaining.A spokesperson for Sky did not confirm the show’s cancellation, but said consultations were underway as they aim to “adapt to the evolving needs” of viewers.“Soccer AM has played an important role in our coverage of football for the past three decades, and we continually adapt to the evolving needs of our customers,” the spokesperson said (via The Guardian).“We now go into a period of consultation to discuss the proposed changes with our people. We are unable to provide more detail while these consultations are underway.”Soccer AM was launched on Sky Sports in 1995.
Ben Croll Speaking at a panel organized by Series Mania’s Forum, executives from Sky Studios touted flexibility and autonomy as their keys to success, teasing further synergies with fellow Comcast-owned services like Peacock and SkyShowtime while emphasizing that such broadcast bids were but one option among many. “[We take things] very case-by-case,” said Meghan Lyvers, director of original drama at Sky Studios U.K. “Not all projects that we develop as Sky Originals in Europe will go into the SkyShowtime cluster of territories, [but] they can. And we [welcome] this flexibility, because it allows projects to come to us with other territories attached.”
Eddie Redmayne, fresh from The Good Nurse, is set to play another killer.
intimacy coordinator who has been involved with TV series such as “Sex Education,” “Normal People” and “I May Destroy You,” is working to create a two-year program being dubbed the “world’s first degree in intimacy practice.”O’Brien, 56, is the founder of the UK-based Intimacy on Set, a consultancy specializing in helping actors in film, TV and theater move through sexual content and scenes with nudity.She’s teaming up with the Mountview Academy of Theatre in East Anglia, England, to create the program, which will launch in September. “To ensure we develop a profession which can proudly grow with excellence we need to be able to train talented individuals who can navigate the both physical and emotional journey that each actor will go on, and can responsibly and safely deliver the intimate content as envisioned by the director, the storytelling, and each character,” O’Brien said in a statement.
Southampton manager Ruben Selles admitted that he was pleased with his team's performance but he was not happy with the result as the Saints drew against Manchester United.
Bill Murray and star Jeannie Berlin set foot on the red carpet of the 2023 SAG Awards holding hands.Murray and Berlin appeared quite close when they arrived together for Sunday's soiree at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. The star wore a black tuxedo with a colorful bow tie, while Berlin sported an all-black suit and shades.Berlin, who portrayed Hadassah Fabelman in the Steven Spielberg film, was there for the film's nomination in the Best Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture category.
Aubrey Plaza was not in a bad mood or annoyed while onstage Sunday night at the SAG Awards. And now her co-star, Jon Gries, can vouch for that.In an interview with, Gries revealed what exactly was said onstage between him and Plaza as co-star F. Murray Abraham accepted the SAG Award for Best Ensemble in a Drama Series.
Fans were amazed as birthday boy Peter Andre's son shared a snap of them together as they showed off their matching six packs. Popstar Peter shot to fame in the mid 90s and famously showcased his chiselled body while performing topless in the video for the 1995 hit Mysterious Girl.
Aubrey Plaza’s stylist is shutting down rumours that the actress’ SAG Awards dress, which teased a lot of skin, was uncomfortable.
The White Lotus. Last night, Coolidge was gifted the prize for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series for her role in the hit HBO show’s second season.When accepting the award, Coolidge expressed her gratitude and acknowledged that this could be a pivotal moment in her career. “I just want to say,” she continued before becoming emotional.
Cate Blanchett is a conscious fashion queen.Following Blanchett's appearance at the 2023 SAG Awards on Sunday night, her stylist, Elizabeth Stewart, took to Instagram to share an interesting tidbit about the custom black Giorgio Armani Privé number — she's worn it before!Blanchett previously wore the lace gown at the 2014 Golden Globes and at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Sunday's take on the dress incorporated lace into a black sequin bodice, adding a fitted skirt and sleeves cut along the lace pattern, giving the gown an edgy, updated feel.
Farrah Abraham is once again under fire for her parenting decisions after sharing a video of her 14-year-old daughter, Sophia, getting six facial piercings in honor of her birthday."@sophialabraham HAPPY 14th Birthday! #snakebite & #earlobe piercing party!" the former reality star captioned the clip.
A-list actress Cate Blanchett is no stranger to the red carpet, and her looks have caused quite the commotion over the years. Whilst many actors pull out a new outfit for every ceremony, Cate has shunned tradition and instead insisted on rewearing outfits from previous red carpets.
Jamie Lee Curtis had a lot of love to give after taking home the award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role during Sunday's 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles. The actress won for her role in .Before taking the stage to the delight of the audience, Curtis grabbed her co-star, Michelle Yeoh, and planted a big kiss on her.«I kissed her?, Did I really kiss her?» Curtis joked to ET's Denny Directo, backstage during the ceremony. «I love Michelle Yeoh.
2023 SAG Awards Sunday night urging Hollywood to use its power to end its “bulls–t” COVID-19 vaccine mandate.“As the nation declares an end to the COVID emergency this May, I hope we will see everyone return to work in equal opportunity,” Drescher, 65, said in her speech during the telecast.The industry’s pandemic protocols were originally set to expire Jan. 31, but will now expire April 1.Those who oppose the vaccine mandate believe that it discriminates against people who refuse to be vaccinated for religious or medical reasons.“The Nanny” star used her moment in the awards season spotlight to put pressure on Hollywood to use its blockbuster bankroll to influence state politics and make change.“Our industry brings billions of production dollars to states across the nation, but if they want our business, let’s wield our financial influence to make governors act in the best interest of freedom, diversity, inclusion and democracy,” Drescher said.
Jeremy Allen White is collecting wins and his kids are loving it!ET’s Denny Directo spoke to The Bear star after hewon the award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series at the 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, and he shared how his kids are responding to their father collecting accolades. «They're into them. They really, they're really into them, they're very heavy so yeah they can't play with them too much but they're definitely excited about it.
2023 SAG Awards is catching flak for Mark Wahlberg’s role in the ceremony, presenting an award to the predominantly Asian cast of “Everything Everywhere All At Once” — 35 years after he was accused of hate crimes against Asians.In 1988, the 51-year-old actor was convicted for assaults he committed in Boston when he was 16 toward two Vietnamese American men. Wahlberg hit Thanh Lam in the head with a stick while trying to steal alcohol and punched Johnny Trinh in the face.
2023 SAG Awards on Sunday, but some fan-favorite shows and movies were shut out.The best actor in a film category was a tight race, but ultimately “Elvis” star Austin Butler lost to “The Whale” star Brendan Fraser.Fraser, 54, also scored an award at the Critics Choice Awards in January over Butler. The pair will duke it out again come March at the Oscars.However, the “Carrie Diaries” alum, 31, won the Golden Globe and BAFTA best actor awards earlier this year for his role as the King of Rock and Roll.“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” star Angela Bassett was also snubbed last night, despite earning a Golden Globe and being nominated for a BAFTA.