Entertainment

FILE: A sign is posted in front of the Netflix headquarters on January 22, 2014 in Los Gatos, Calif...
Associated Press

Netflix buys Wonka author Dahl’s catalog

Netflix has acquired the works of Roald Dahl, the late British author of celebrated children's books such as “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory."
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Jenne Anderson, KSL TV

FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention returns Thursday

The 2021 FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention returns to the Salt Palace Thursday, with events and panels running through Saturday night.
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THE VOICE -- "Blind Auditions" -- Pictured: (l-r) Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, Ariana Grande, Blake...
NBC

Ariana Grande joins ‘The Voice’ for its 10th season

The talent is exceptional and the competition fierce as Ariana Grande claims her red chair alongside returning coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend and Blake Shelton as they vie to discover and coach the next singing phenomenon.
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Cast and Crew attend the "Hadestown" Reopening Night Celebration at Walter Kerr Theatre on Septembe...
MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer

Reopening of 3 powerhouse Broadway shows signals new dawn

“The Lion King,” “Hamilton” and “Wicked” all staked out Tuesday to reopen together in early May after then-New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo picked Sept. 14 for when Broadway could begin welcoming back audiences at full capacity.
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FILE: Comedian/actor Norm Macdonald performs at The Orleans Hotel & Casino on July 9, 2011, in Las ...
DAVID BAUDER, AP Media Writer

Norm Macdonald, former ‘Saturday Night Live’ comic, dies

Comic Norm Macdonald, a former “Saturday Night Live” writer and performer who was “Weekend Update” host during the 1990s, has died.
3 years ago
Britney Spears (L) and Sam Asghari arrive at the premiere of Sony Pictures' "One Upon A Time...In H...
Associated Press

Britney Spears gets engaged with ‘lioness’ engraved ring

Britney Spears announced her engagement Sunday to her boyfriend Sam Asghari with an exuberant post displaying a diamond ring engraved with the word “lioness.”
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FILE: Singer Britney Spears attends the announcement of her new residency, "Britney: Domination" at...
ANDREW DALTON, AP Entertainment Writer

Britney Spears’ father files to end court conservatorship

Britney Spears' father has filed to end the court conservatorship that has controlled the singer's life and money for 13 years.
3 years ago
Michael K. Williams, pictured here on August 8, 2021 in Los Angeles, best known for his role as Oma...
Mark Morales & Sandra Gonzalez, CNN

Michael K. Williams, ‘Wire’ actor, found dead

Michael K. Williams, an actor best known for his role as Omar Little on HBO's "The Wire," has died. He was 54.
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Co-hosts Al Roker and Willard Scott appear on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Center on July 14, 2009 ...
Associated Press

Willard Scott, weatherman on NBC’s ‘Today’ show, dies at 87

Willard Scott, the beloved weatherman who charmed viewers of NBC's “Today” show with his self-deprecating humor and cheerful personality, has died. He was 87.
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WORTH (2021), Michael Keaton as Kenneth Feinberg and Stanley Tucci as Charles Wolf. Cr Monika Lek /...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: What is a life ‘Worth’? Michael Keaton has to decide in emotional 9/11 Netflix movie

In 'Worth,' the new Netflix movie based on true events, Kenneth Feinberg (Michael Keaton) is assigned by Congress to oversee the September 11th Victims Compensation Fund. Feinberg & his firm face a nearly impossible task of determining how much money the families of each victim will receive. Some victims' family members, like Charles Wolf (Stanley Tucci), disagree with the formula, which could derail the whole program.
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Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) in Marvel Studios' SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS. Photo by Jasin B...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: Beautiful, exciting ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ brings martial arts action to the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Beautiful East Asian scenery and exciting martial arts action are the strength of Marvel's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," says KSL's Andy Farnsworth. In the movie, Shang-Chi must confront his family, his past and decide what destiny to embrace when he's sought out by the mysterious Ten Rings organization.
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Only Murders In The Building -- Mabel (Selena Gomez), Oliver (Martin Short) and Charles (Steve Mart...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: Trio of stars shine in hilarious new TV series ‘Only Murders in the Building’ on Hulu

In his review of "Only Murders In the Building," KSL's Andy Farnsworth says the new streaming series from Hulu is hilarious spoof of true crime fanatics and plays to the strength of its three stars: Steve Martin, Selena Gomez and Martin Short.
3 years ago
James Bond (Daniel Craig) prepares to shoot in NO TIME TO DIE, an EON Productions and Metro-Goldwyn...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

2021 fall movie preview: Bond, Marvel, ‘Dune’, toons & musicals – If COVID-19 doesn’t wreck the schedule again

Several long-awaited movies (including "Dune", "No Time To Die", "Shang Chi", "Venom 2" and "Dear Evan Hansen") are scheduled to be released in September and October, and KSL TV's Andy Farnsworth is here to preview them.
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Dan Spindle, KSL TV

How to stream Utah college football games

Here's how you can still watch your favorite teams on the gridiron without the expensive satellite or cable package.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra performing in 2019. (Jason McEachern/Trans-Siberian Orchestra)...
Kelsey Ott, KSL TV

Trans-Siberian Orchestra sets SLC tour date for Thanksgiving week

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be back in Utah for the holiday season this year.
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Actor Edward Asner arrives at the 82nd Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on March 7, 2010...
MARCELA ISAZA, Associated Press

Actor Ed Asner, TV’s blustery Lou Grant, dies at 91

Ed Asner, the burly and prolific character actor who became a star in middle age as the gruff but lovable newsman Lou Grant, first in the hit comedy “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and later in the drama “Lou Grant,” died Sunday. He was 91.
3 years ago
HE'S ALL THAT (L to R) TANNER BUCHANAN as CAMERON KWELLER and ADDISON RAE as PADGETT SAWYER in HE'S...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: ‘He’s All That’ teen rom-com movie with TikTok star is a fairly harmless Netflix remake

The new Netflix movie "He's All That" is a by-the-numbers remake of 1999's “She's All That,” straight down to the return of some of the actors, and the same writer. KSL TV's Andy Farnsworth says in his review that the movie is generally harmless but TikTok star Addison Rae struggles as the lead.
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Marcus (Lil Rel Howery), Emily (Yvonne Orji), Kyla (Meredith Hagner) and Ron (John Cena), try to de...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: Raunchy comedy movie ‘Vacation Friends’ buries sweet moments, occasional laughs under mounds of profanity, vulgarity

John Cena stars in yet another movie this summer, this time a raunchy comedy called "Vacation Friends" with Lil Rel Howery, Yvonne Orji and Meredith Hagner. KSL-TV's Andy Farnsworth's review says the movie has funny characters and moments, but they're buried under a lot of profanity and vulgarity.
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Charlie Watts of The Rolling Stones performs live at Perth Arena on October 29, 2014 in Perth, Aust...
The Associated Press

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies at age 80

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died at the age of 80, according to his publicist.
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L-R: Zuma (voiced by Shayle Simons), Rocky (voiced by Callum Shoniker), Skye (voiced by Lilly Bartl...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: ‘PAW Patrol: The Movie’ Is Harmless Fun For Kids, Fans Of TV Show

In his review of "PAW Patrol: The Movie," KSL TV's Andy Farnsworth says even though it's aimed at kids only, it is harmless and has a good message rolled in. As a parent, he also appreciated that the makers of the movie didn’t stoop to potty humor like many kids movies do.
3 years ago
CULVER CITY, CA - APRIL 17: A general view on the set of the "Jeopardy!" on April 17, 2010 in Culve...
The Associated Press

Mike Richards Out As ‘Jeopardy!’ Host After Past Scrutinized

Producer Mike Richards stepped down as host of “Jeopardy!” after a report about past misogynistic comments surfaced this week.
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Maggie Q stars as Anna in The Protégé. Photo Credit: Simon Varsano...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: ‘The Protégé’ A Game of Cat-And-Mouse Between Maggie Q, Michael Keaton

"The Protégé" proves Maggie Q can carry a movie, and Michael Keaton still has action left in the tank, says KSL TV's Andy Farnsworth in his review of the new action thriller from Lionsgate Studios.
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(L-r) REBECCA FERGUSON as Mae and HUGH JACKMAN as Nick Bannister in Warner Bros. Pictures’ action...
ANDY FARNSWORTH, KSL NEWSRADIO

REVIEW: Hugh Jackman Explores People’s Memories In ‘Reminiscence’ To Solve A Mystery

In his review of "Reminiscence," starring Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Ferguson and Thandiwe Newton, KSL TV's Andy Farnsworth says the movie is a highly enjoyable neo-noir mystery thriller that gets high marks for originality and artistry.
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Carole Mikita

Filming Underway For Season 4 Of The Book of Mormon Video Series

Millions of people worldwide have watched the Book of Mormon video library produced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The first installment debuted in 2019, depicting stories from first Nephi. Now, production is in the fourth of five seasons.
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