Garth Brooks will perform at Joe Biden's inauguration: 'This is a statement of unity'

“This is a great day in our household. “This is history. And it’s an honor, this is how I get to serve this country.” Garth Brooks.Credit: Kevin Mazur/BBMA2020/Getty Brooks will be joiningpreviously announced performersJennifer Lopez,Lady Gaga,Demi Lovato, and more. “I’ve played for every president there is since Carter, with the exception of Reagan. This is an honor for me to get to serve,” he added. “I felt like it was in some other country, but it was here....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 78 words · Deborah Tyler

Gary Janetti talks Truman Capote, Sally Rooney, and more of his literary obsessions

Advance praise has come from the likes ofCrazy Rich Asiansmastermind Kevin Kwan and No. 1 best-sellingDaisy Jones and the Sixauthor Taylor Jenkins Reid. Ahead of the book’s publication, EW quizzed Janetti on his literary obsessions. Credit: Courtesy Gary Janetti; Flatiron Books Read on for his literary crush, his favorite childhood read, and much more. My favorite books as a child:Salem’s Lot, byStephen KingandMommy Dearest, by Christina Crawford. I loved to be frightened and I loved fabulous women screaming at children....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 241 words · Christopher Moore

Gary Oldman talksSlow Horsesand the fine art of fart acting

The Oscar winner plays a brilliant, and flatulent, spymaster on Apple TV+’s new espionage show. A couple of things worth knowing about Jackson Lamb: he is brilliant, but also slovenly and flatulent. In fact, Oldman’s character delights in appalling those around him by loudly breaking wind. Gary Oldman on ‘Slow Horses’.Jack English/Apple TV+ So what is the secret of great fart acting? “Well, you need an audience. You know, you’ve got to have someone who can react,” Oldman says with a laugh....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 199 words · Christopher Arellano

Gaze inside Studio Ghibli's long-awaited theme park with new photos and concept art

The first attractions from Ghibli Park are officially opening Nov. 1. Ghibli Park’s Grand Warehouse concept art.Ghibli Park Ghibli Park’s Hill of Youth concept art.Ghibli Park Ghibli Park’s Dondoko Forest attraction.Ghibli Park Ghibli Park’s Valley of Witches concept art.Ghibli Park Ghibli Park’s Mononoke Village concept art.Ghibli Park

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 47 words · Chelsea Arnold MD

Geffri Maya on introducing the world toAll American: Homecoming, that dance sequence, and Simone's future with Jordan

Simone Hicks has fallen in love with Bringston University in the backdoor pilot for All American: Homecoming. And this is just the beginning, becauseAll American: Homecominghas received a series order. “Everyone’s driven and ready to bring Bringston Univeristy to life and bring the characters to life.” Geffri Maya as Simone on ‘All American: Homecoming.'.Erik Voake/The CW ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How do you feel about getting to take Simone on this new journey?...

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Chad Woods

Gene Simmons slams Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for Rage Against the Machine, Iron Maiden snubs

The Kiss member said the organization “should be ashamed of themselves.” “RR Hall of Fame is a sham not to include Maiden. Iron Maiden has been eligible since 2004, while Rage Against the Machine has been eligible since 2017. Gene Simmons feels Rage Against the Machine and Iron Maiden should be honored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty Images; Gie Knaeps/Getty Images (2) Both Jay-Z and the Foo Fighters made the cut during their first year of eligibility....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Isaac May

General Hospitalairs touching tribute to former soap star Jay Pickett after his death

A celebration of the actor’s life is scheduled for Friday and will be live-streamed. The 60-year-old actor starred as Det. David Harper on the series from 2006 to 2008. ABC A celebration of Pickett’s life is scheduled for Friday at Nampa Civic Center in Nampa, Idaho. The memorial will be live-streamed starting at 4:45 pm ET through theNampa Funeral Home website. David Harper onGeneral Hospital. He became well-known for playing Frank Scanlon on theGeneral Hospitalspin-offPort Charles, where he appeared in over 700 episodes....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Alex Peterson

General Hospitaldrops Ingo Rademacher

Ingo Rademacherhas been discharged for good fromGeneral Hospital. Rademacher has been a vocal critic of COVID-19 vaccine efficacy and mandates. The actor is also under fire for misgendering a transgender federal official on social media. Steve Burton, Ingo Rademacher, and Laura Wright on ‘General Hospital’.Howard Wise/jpistudios.com You have some serious unlearning and education to do. I feel deeply disappointed that such a public display of ignorance could come from our GH family....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 133 words · Logan Tran

General Hospitalhas a fancy new pool now

Jump on in, Carly and Jason the water’s great! General Hospitalis all about making a big splash, now more than ever. TheABCsudser has unveiled a fancy new rooftop pool at the show’s fictitious Metro Court Hotel. Brook Kerr, Donnell Turner, and Tajh Bellow on ‘General Hospital’.ABC/Troy Harvey “We do a lot of scenes in the Metro Court Hotel restaurant. The entire pool holds about 4,000 gallons of water. “The blue coating on the inside of the pool gives it the color we are super-pleased with....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 145 words · Lisa Horton

General Hospitalousts fan fave Steve Burton

He’s the second star on the ABC sudser to not comply with the production’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. That episode aired Monday the same day Rademacher’s character went off on aforever business trip. A spokesperson for the daytime drama declined to comment. Steve Burton is leaving “General Hospital” after not complying with its COVID-19 vaccine mandate.Craig Sjodin via Getty Images Burtonposted a video on InstagramTuesday confirming his ouster. “I wanted you to hear it from me,” he said....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Kenneth Perry

General Hospitalstar Jay Pickett dies suddenly on movie set at age 60

General HospitalandPort Charlesstar Jay Pickett died Friday while working on his upcoming Western dramaTreasure Valleyin Idaho. “Many of you have already heard about the tragedy that happened two days ago. Everyone present tried as hard as they could to keep him alive. Jeff Katz /Walt Disney Television via Getty Images Our hearts are broken and we grieve for his family who are so devastated by this shocking tragedy.” “Yesterday I lost a good friend and the world lost a great person....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 267 words · James Morgan

General Hospitalstar Steve Burton separates from wife, says she's pregnant with someone else's baby

“The child is not mine,” the actor wrote on Instagram. “I wanted to clear something up. Sheree and I are separated. Steve Burton and Sheree Burton separate as Steve alleges that Sheree is carrying someone else’s baby.Steve Burton/Instagram She recently announced that she’s expecting her 4th child. “We are still co-parenting our three beautiful kids. We would appreciate privacy at this time.” Steve Burton and Sheree Burton.David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Roger Ferguson

General Hospitalwriters reveal whether Michael Knight will resurrect Tad Martin

EW has obtained a first look of Knight from the set. Is he an attorney? The CEO of Tinder? Credit: Howard Wise/jpistudios.com Well continue to have these as the opportunity arises. I knew he could bring a little zest to theGeneral Hospitalcanvas. Hes his own special brand of zest! Howard Wise/jpistudios.com I think the devotees of soap operas love seeing this callback to the rich history of ABC daytime shows....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Nicole Ayala