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her new documentary, “I Am: Celine Dion.” The “My Heart Will Go On” singer, who suffers from a rare autoimmune neurological disorder called stiff person syndrome that has interfered with her ability to sing, is shown having a physical therapy session in 2022. On a massage table, she appears convulsing and writhing in pain, moaning in agony, as medical workers tend to her. A man then asks her, “Do you want us to take out the cameras?” But the Grammy-winning singer is shown mouthing, “I’m OK.” The documentary’s director, Irene Taylor, told Yahoo that Dion “didn’t want me to change anything” after watching that footage.

“I Am: Celine Dion.”The “My Heart Will Go On” singer, who suffers from a rare neurological disorder called stiff person syndrome that’s hindered her ability to sing and even walk, is at a physical therapy session in 2022 when she begins having a seizure. Facing downward on a massage table, the 56-year-old frighteningly convulses and writhes in pain until she can no longer move. Dion, curled up, moans in agony.A man then calmly tells her to squeeze his hand if she can hear him.“Do you want us to take out the cameras?” the physio asks the singer about the documentary crew.“I’m OK,” she mouths.Right then, Dion is clearly not OK.

“Wise Guy: David Chase and the Sopranos,” premiered at Tribeca Film Festival on June 13 and revealed how the late Gandolfini battled demons while playing a mob boss on the iconic HBO series. His TV wife, Edie Falco, said in the doc that Gandolfini “was a very good, kindhearted man,” but that the role “may have taken a toll on him,” according to USA Today.

new Brat Pack documentary on Hulu, Andrew McCarthy, 61, confronted writer David Blum, 68, about how he coined the now-iconic group title in a notorious New York Magazine cover story from 1985.At the time, Blum was doing a piece on Emilio Estevez and joined him on a night out in LA with other actors including Rob Lowe and Judd Nelson. Blum ran the Brat Pack profile that changed the lives of McCarthy, Estevez, Lowe, Nelson, Demi Moore, Anthony Michael Hall, Molly Ringwald and Ally Sheedy forever.

Jon Cryer, Timothy Hutton and Robert Downey Jr. are sometimes also cited as members.) The core Brat Pack movies include “The Breakfast Club,” “Pretty In Pink,” “Sixteen Candles” and “St. Elmo’s Fire.” Directed by and starring McCarthy, 61, the documentary follows McCarthy as he seeks out his former peers – some of whom he hasn’t seen in several decades — and has frank conversations with them.

“Brat Pack” – a collection of popular young actors in the 1980s — have made it clear that they weren’t, and in some cases, still aren’t, fans of the group nickname.The phenomenon started with the 1985 New York magazine cover by David Blum. He had a night out in Los Angeles with Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, and Judd Nelson, and decided to coin the now-iconic phrase which was inspired by the “Rat Pack,” a group of entertainers (including Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin) from the 1940s and 1950s.Estevez, Lowe, Nelson, Andrew McCarthy, Demi Moore, Anthony Michael Hall, Molly Ringwald and Ally Sheedy make up the Brat Pack, as they all appeared in the ensemble of classic ‘80s films such as “St.

turned down former co-star Andrew McCarthy’s offer to appear in the new Hulu documentary, “Brats,” about the ’80s-era group of actors. But Nelson seemingly makes a cameo — though only over the phone — at the very end of the doc. Just before the credits roll on “Brats,” McCarthy, who wrote, directed and stars in the project, is standing on a dock and answers a phone call.“Hello? Judd?” says McCarthy, 61.There’s been no confirmation that Nelson was on the other end of that phone call.

Roger Federer’s 2022 retirement at age 41 certainly unleashed a tidal wave of mourning.The Swiss ace — renowned for his graceful movement, easy power and class — dominated courts around the world for more than two decades.So, when the 20-time winner of the four major tournaments put down his racket for good, the mood wasn’t so much the changing of the guard as the death of the king. For many, Roger Federer was tennis.“It’s been a wild journey,” Federer told the audience at the SVA Theatre in Chelsea.

The Hollywood Reporter, she considered it, thinking: “‘Well this is something I can tell my grandchildren about.'”“Obviously she told them anyway.”Per the review, the documentary then cuts to von Furstenberg’s “grown granddaughter saying that turning those two down at the height of their fame was a ‘really epic’ move.”Von Furstenberg’s documentary premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 5. It debuts on Hulu June 25.In it, the Belgian fashion designer talks about splitting from husband Prince Egon von Furstenberg of Germany in 1983 after 14 years of marriage.“Divorce for me was freedom,” she says in the doc, per THR.Von Furstenberg also looks back on partying at the iconic New York City nightclub Studio 54 when she became single.“I was with Warren Beatty and Ryan O’Neal on the same weekend,” she recalls.

interviews with three of Brown’s sisters. Brown’s murder, along with the murder of Ron Goldman, set the stage for the “trial of the century” as Brown’s ex-husband former NFL player O.J. Simpson stood trial for the crime.

died at age 34 in 2022 of accidental drug-related causes – are the subjects of a new docuseries. Called “Fallen Idols: Nick and Aaron Carter” and premiering Monday, May 27 (on ID and Max), the four-part series explores the rise of the famous brothers, their relationship, Aaron’s struggles with substance abuse and mental health, and the sexual assault allegations against Nick from Melissa Schuman, Ashley Repp and Shannon “Shay” Ruth. A note onscreen states that Nick declined to participate in the documentary, and that he “denied the allegations and questions his accusers’ credibility.”Here are the biggest revelations.

Super Size Me,” which exposed disturbing claims about the health impacts of a fast-food diet.Over the month-long course of daredevil dining, Spurlock gained 24.5 pounds, his cholesterol skyrocketed by 65 points, he had a 15% increase in body fat and just about doubled his risk of coronary heart disease. On Thursday Spurlock, 53, died from complications due to cancer — 20 years to the month that “Super Size Me” made him a star.Dr.

told Variety. “Morgan gave so much through his art, ideas and generosity. Today the world has lost a true creative genius and a special man.

new Netflix documentary – and so is its 2015 hack. Now streaming, “Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal” details the rise and fall of the dating website for cheaters, and the notorious 2015 data breach when unknown hackers leaked over 30 million users’ private information. It was one of the largest hacks in internet history, and wreaked havoc on untold numbers of families.

cheat on your partner. Because of course, we all know how destructive and damaging infidelity can be. That’s not the most interesting thing to say about it,” director Toby Paton told The Post.

Variety. The streamer has produced other “Vs.” docs in the past like “Johnny vs. Amber,” about Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s defamation trial, and “Kim vs.

is purely coincidental. The doc is timed to the 30th anniversary of the deaths of Brown and her friend Ron Goldman — which occurred June 12, 1994 — and has been in the works for more than a year.“It’s been 30 years,” says one of her three sisters in a voiceover.

Céline Dion’s upcoming documentary officially has a premiere date. “I Am: Céline Dion” will drop on Amazon Prime Video June 25, and the Canadian singer, 56, shared the first look of the project on Instagram Tuesday.The feature is set to take a look at her music career and her struggles with the autoimmune neurological disorder, stiff person syndrome.The image shows Dion thrusting her fist in the air as she appears to shout.

told ET in a story published Wednesday, referring to Sambora. “It was never about money, it was never about a girlfriend. He had issues … and he literally didn’t show up.

“Quiet on Set” docuseries.“I know many folks want me to respond to the ‘quiet on set’ documentary,” Underwood, 33, began his lengthy post. “I’m going to share with you something I never thought I would have to talk about publicly, as it’s honestly none of your business anyway.” “When I was 12 years old, I was groomed and molested by my best friend’s stepfather,” he wrote.

Donald Trump could earn him criminal charges, is back in the spotlight in a new documentary. Daniels (née Stephanie Gregory Clifford) is the subject of “Stormy,” from director/producer Sarah Gibson and Erin Lee Carr (“Britney vs Spears”), now streaming on Peacock. Daniels, 45, became a household name in 2018 when it was reported she had an affair with Trump in 2006 and was paid $130,000 in “hush money” in 2016 to stay quiet, allegedly arranged by Trump’s then-lawyer, Michael Cohen.

Karen Boyer, Gene Wilder’s widow, remembered the last words her late husband said before his death in August 2016.A new “Remembering Gene Wilder” documentary focused on the actor’s diagnosis with Alzheimer’s disease and into his final days.In the film, Boyer recalled listening to Ella Fitzgerald’s legendary hit, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” with Gene before he spoke for the last time.“The music was playing in the background — Ella Fitzgerald was singing ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow,’ and I was lying next to him, and he sat up in bed, and he said, ‘I trust you,'” she said, per People magazine. “And then he said, ‘I love you.’ That’s the last thing he said.”Wilder died on August 29, 2016, from complications with Alzheimer’s disease.

High & Low: John Galliano,” in theaters now,by Oscar-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald. “When I saw him say this stuff in 2011, I was totally repulsed … That to me was when I started thinking about cancel culture.

Donald Trump could earn him criminal charges — is back in the spotlight. Daniels (née Stephanie Gregory Clifford), who is also an adult film director and a former stripper, is the subject of a new documentary called “Stormy,” from director/producer Sarah Gibson and Erin Lee Carr (“Britney vs Spears”). “People think they know the facts of the case, but it’s really shocking,” Carr told the Hollywood Reporter.

Two piña coladas, please. Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood are starring in a Prime Video reality series.The married country music superstars will headline “Friends in Low Places,” documenting their quest to build their dream honky-tonk bar in Nashville called … Friends in Low Places.The docuseries premieres March 7.“Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood embark on their most personal journey yet to build the honky-tonk of their dreams in the heart of Nashville,” the streamer said in press materials about “Friends in Low Places,” which is named after Brooks’ hit 1990 song.

varenyky and borscht.But, in the days after Russia invaded Ukraine, the line on Ninth Street that curved onto Second Avenue felt different. It was bigger and stayed later.

her new documentary that she used to down an entire bottle of vodka while lying in bed all day.In one scene of “Where’s Wendy Williams?”, the 59-year-old is confronted by her manager, Will Selby, who inquires about an empty vodka bottle in her room, per the Daily Mail. “So, did you eat something, or did you have a liquid lunch,” Selby asks the legendary television personality, who is seen lying in a pink bathrobe in her cheetah-print bed. “Because I came into your room, and all of a sudden, out of nowhere, I happened to notice one of your specialty items.” “Did you drink this all today,” he further probes.

How you doin’?Wendy Williams has broken her silence after being diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia.“I want to say I have immense gratitude for the love and kind words I have received after sharing my diagnosis of Aphasia and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Let me say, wow! Your response has been overwhelming,” Williams, 59, told People on Friday.“The messages shared with me have touched me, reminding me of the power of unity and the need for compassion,” she continued.

Wendy Williams Hunter — filed the court documents this week in New York. Morrissey filed the lawsuit under a seal, which means the details are under wraps.However, the docs do mention that Morrissey is seeking a temporary restraining order, which is often requested when someone wants a judge to halt the release of a film or television project.The two-part documentary “Who is Wendy Williams?” is set to premiere Saturday and Sunday on Lifetime.

according to People.Williams, 59, the subject of the upcoming Lifetime docuseries “Where Is Wendy Williams?,” does speak to her sister and niece — but only if she calls them, since they don’t know where she’s being treated.“I spoke with her yesterday and I speak with her very regularly when she reaches out to me,” her sister, Wanda Finnie, said. “She is, from what I understand, in a wellness, healing type of environment.”“Where Is Wendy Williams?,” which will run in four parts on Saturday and Sunday at 8 p.m., shows Williams in the throes of alcohol addiction and struggling with her mental health, memory and ability to effectively communicate, according to People.

James Brown: Say it Loud.” “They don’t even realize, ‘I don’t speak your language, baby. You gotta talk to me in English.'”Yamma, 51, said she is always touched to learn that Brown, who was called “the Hardest-Working Man in Show Business,” took time to chat it up with his fan base. “Most people say, ‘I met him and we got a chance to talk’” she told The Post ahead of the premiere of the docuseries, which airs on Feb.

Nickelodeon kiddie TV titan Dan Schneider.“Quiet on Set,” a four-part docuseries, investigates Schneider, who created Nickelodeon hits including “The Amanda Show, “Drake & Josh,” Zoey 101″ and “iCarly, ” which launched the likes of Amanda Bynes, Jamie Lynn Spears, Victoria Justice and Miranda Cosgrove into stardom.Schneider, a former child actor, was dropped by Nickelodeon in 2018 after a 25-year relationship following an investigation into his alleged abusive behavior towards people with whom he worked on the set.“‘Quiet on Set’ pulls back the curtain on an empire, built by creator Dan Schneider, that had an undeniable grip on popular culture,” ID said in press materials for the documentary.“Series such as ‘All That’ and ‘The Amanda Show,’ among others, were obsessively consumed by children across the country and defined comedy for a generation. “But behind the upbeat onscreen presence on these shows with questionable jokes and over-the-top sketches, ‘Quiet on Set’ reveals an insidious environment rife with allegations of abuse, sexism, racism and inappropriate dynamics with its underage stars and crew.”The documentary is directed by Mary Robertson and Emma Schwartz.“Working for Dan was like being in an abusive relationship,” a former employee who is not named claims in the trailer, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

built an empire around entertaining.“She is opening up about everything – nothing is off limits,” an unnamed source told NewsNation’s Paula Froelich.The project, already in the works for two years, will take a revealing look at the Instagram thirst trap queen’s personal life — her marriage to Andy Stewart, her relationship with her daughter Alexis and an infamous five-month stint in the federal pen for fraud. “She is sharing home videos, photos and is very involved,” Froelich told NewsNation’s “Morning In America” weekend host, Hena Doba.Emmy-winning journalist Alina Cho is producing the biopic.

told People magazine at Sunday night’s Sundance Film Festival premiere of the new documentary, “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story.““And what sticks with me most,” he said, “was after that incredible warm welcome and that very long standing ovation that he received, his introduction — he followed it up with a wonderful speech about how cinema and movies are at their best when they not only entertain, but they inform and educate and address issues.”Among those in the audience applauding the “Rear Window” actor that night were Tom Hanks, Quentin Tarantino, Brad Pitt, John Travolta, Meryl Streep, Jim Carrey and Nicolas Cage.Reeve also remembered how clips from movies including “Coming Home” and “Terms of Endearment” addressed important human issues.“So that’s always stuck with me,” he told People.

of being a real life “Gone Girl.” Their story is the subject of the Netflix docuseries “American Nightmare,” now streaming, and created by “The Tinder Swindler” filmmakers Felicity Morris and Bernadette Higgins.“Not only is this a really twisty-turny crime thriller, but it’s also important for us that there’s a wider reason to be telling a story,” Higgins told The Post. “There are so many things that run through this: systemic and institutional misogyny, armchair detective work, media not checking sources and not being able to rely on law enforcement.

was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2015 killing of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, which she planned with then-boyfriend Nicholas Godejohn — was released from a Missouri prison on Dec. 28, after serving seven years of a 10-year sentence. As a child, Dee Dee forced Gypsy to pretend she was suffering from conditions like leukemia and muscular dystrophy, which falsely forced her to be confined to a wheelchair for over two decades.Prosecutors in the case believed Dee Dee had Munchausen syndrome by proxy — a psychological disorder where parents fabricate their child’s illness.