Jack Smith’s federal case against former President Donald Trump revs up yet again, but what impact will it have on... more

We just experienced something we haven’t seen in years in this country, a civil debate between two politicians. Senator J.D.... more

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Leslie Grossman thought she knew everything about Lyle and Erik Menendez, brothers convicted of the 1989 murder of their parents,... more

Zachary Quinto has played doctors before, but he’s “never played a doctor like” the one he plays on NBC’s Brilliant... more

After another Trump assassination attempt is thwarted, the two campaigns point blame at each other for the heightened rhetoric... using... more

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Bestselling author Rumaan Alam is happy to come out of hiding to promote his new novel Entitlement (September 17). “I... more

Fresh off his Tony nomination for Mother Play, Jim Parsons is back on Broadway in Our Town. So, does he... more

Taylor Swift has officially declared herself THE childless cat lady after endorsing Kamala Harris. What impact will it have on... more

When you think of Mormons, you don’t usually think of soft-swinging. But for a group of social media influencers, it... more

For Terry Crews, there are no rules. “There used to be so many rules. They used to say, ‘you can’t... more

We just experienced what is likely to be the only debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald... more

Oscar-winning documentarian Alex Gibney is just as much of a ‘Sopranos’ fan as you and I are. That’s why he’s... more

As Kamala Harris bunkers down in debate prep, Donald Trump is preparing by doing a lot of nothing. “Not a... more

Carrie Coon is having such a moment right now, even though you may not recognize her. (And she’s fine with... more

In just one week former President Donald Trump got indicted (again), allegedly got into some kind of altercation at Arlington... more

Sometimes the scariest thing can be the things we take for granted: our personal devices. Cell phones, smart TVs, Siri,... more

When you've reached the level of stardom Nick Jonas has, you can pretty much do anything. But his fame isn't... more

Ever since Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor was nominated for an Oscar for her performance in King Richard, she's kept busy with three... more

Kamala Harris is officially the Democratic nominee for president. As she wowed the crowd on the final night of the... more

Oprah Winfrey just picked Kamala Harris as her new favorite thing, will America do the same? If the impact of... more

Day two of the Democratic National Convention was filled with hope, change, and just a little bit of animosity. Can... more

We’re reacting to day one of the Democratic National Convention. Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden pass the torch to Kamala... more

The Democrats flood Chicago for the Democratic National Convention this week, and it’s sure to be a wild one. Will... more

Just like Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, Donald Trump should hire his own PR crisis manger after that chat he... more

The ninth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars certainly delivered. From the cast to the antics, it had it... more

We got off the couch to do this episode. (You hear that JD Vance?) From Vice President Kamala Harris picking... more

There was a time when it felt like everyone in America was watching American Idol. It made superstars out of... more

The parting shot for this week was going to be about Vice President Kamala Harris’ nearly perfect week, but then... more

M. Night Shyamalan is probably the only person who looked at Josh Hartnett and thought he’d make a great serial... more

It’s Sheryl Lee Ralph’s world, and we’re all just living in it. First, there’s her Emmy-winning turn as Barbara Howard... more

If you ask Bette Midler how she got her part in the new film ‘The Fabulous Four,’ it wouldn’t have... more

The last day of the Republican National Convention proved to be memorable (and very, very weird). It involved Kid Rock... more

When Lisa Kudrow was approached to star in a serialized adaptation of the 1981 film ‘Time Bandits’ for TV (July... more

Day three of the Republican National Convention featured the crowning of JD Vance as Trump’s VP pick, the return of... more

Day two of the Republican National Convention played out like a reality show, with just as any reality TV show... more

Day one of the Republican National Convention was both inspiring and weird. Listen as Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott recaps the... more

All week long, Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott will be reacting to the Republican National Convention, the biggest event on TV... more

A little under 10 years ago, Disney introduced the Descendants franchise, giving new life to their iconic animated characters in... more

It’s H. Alan Scott’s birthday, and in honor of his birthday he invited a celebrity on who also just happens... more

From Hollywood to Washington, there’s one question everyone is asking: What is Joe Biden going to do? After Biden’s disastrous... more

In the 1980s, a group of actors called the “Brat Pack” came to define a generation. Turns out, the term... more

An op-ed written by John Mac Ghlionn titled “Taylor Swift Is Not a Good Role Model” sent the internet into... more

If you’re like basically every American today, you’re asking yourself, ‘What happened at that presidential debate and is Joe Biden... more

The trailer for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ (June 28) shows star Lupita Nyong’o carrying a cat around moments before... more

It's rare for a piece of theater to become such a cult hit that it moves from downtown to Broadway,... more

This year Kara Young broke a Tonys record, becoming the first Black person to receive three consecutive nominations and only... more

What happens when superheroes turn evil? That’s the question ‘The Boys,’ based on a series of graphic novels, sets out... more

When you’ve been a fat kid, a little bit of that fat kid stays with you, no matter if you... more

If you’re anything like Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott, you prefer to show your pride during Pride month in a dark... more

Do you ever have that moment where you’re scrolling through Instagram and you come across a profile so perfectly suits your... more

Maya Hawke wears many hats: actor, writer, singer. But for Hawke, everything comes down to words. "I just see myself... more

Did you know there’s a streaming service solely dedicated to comedy? It’s true, and it’s called Dropout. Did you also... more

We have a winner for Survivor 46, and it’s Kenzie Petty! Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott chats with Kenzie and the... more

Anne Rice’s novel ‘Interview With the Vampire’ has a rabid fan base, intensely protective of the story and any adaptations... more

Monét X Change is unlike any other drag queen to come out of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ and that’s because her... more

Michelle Buteau is proof that you can strike it big anytime. At 46, she's out with her new film Babes... more

Comedian Nikki Glaser never wants to offend. “I never want to say offensive or raunchy [things] or push the envelope,... more

What do you do when Hollywood wants you to be one thing, but you have a wholly different outlook about... more

After a nearly two-year hiatus, the Max-original Emmy Award-winning series ‘Hacks’ is back. And Hannah Einbinder, who plays Ava, the... more

For Eugenio Derbez, making the transition from being one of Mexico’s most recognizable faces in comedy to the American market... more

Because of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ drag has exploded. But what is often lost with all this drag we’re seeing on... more

Reality TV has changed the landscape of not only television, but also pop culture. Its impact can be felt in... more

If you’re a fan of RuPaul’s Drag Race, then this episode of the Parting Shot podcast is for you. Not... more

Penn and Kim Holderness are widely celebrated for their entertaining viral parody videos (singing included!) on topics ranging from parenting... more

If you’re one of the millions of Americans singing the praises of ABC’s ‘Abbott Elementary,’ fear not, they’ve heard you.... more

A Jew accidentally stumbles upon a gathering of white nationalists. For most, this would be a cause for concern, but... more

If there’s one thing that’s true about Gillian Anderson, it’s that she isn’t afraid of a challenge. And that’s exactly... more

Comedy legend Jane Lynch stops by to talk with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about hosting ‘The Weakest Link,’ and she... more

Describing Ramy Youssef’s work isn’t easy, because the multi-hyphenated talent refuses to settle on just one thing. “I feel really... more

How much do we really know about the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln? That’s a question Tobias Menzies hopes to... more

Bringing the life story of activist Shirley Chisholm to screen wasn’t an easy task for Regina King. “This has been... more

James Marsden is good at keeping fans on their toes. Following his Emmy-nominated success with ‘Jury Duty,’ Marsden has three... more

Well, the day has arrived, we have a winner of season two of Peacock’s ‘The Traitors.’ Or is it winners?... more

Understanding the balance between dark comedy and mystery is a unique quality of Annette Bening, which she puts to good... more

Whatever you do, don’t call Gayle King an icon. “Diana Ross, to me, is an icon.” Fair. But one moniker... more

A new season of CBS’ Survivor is upon us, and former player Rob Cesternino stopped by to talk with Newsweek’s... more

YouTube star Grace Helbig talks with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about her recent breast cancer diagnosis and everything she’s learned... more

Carrie Preston is ready to step into the spotlight. The Emmy-winning veteran character actress will helm the title role in... more

Survivor’s Parvati Shallow chats with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about being discovered as a traitor on Peacock’s ‘The Traitors,’ why... more

We’re in the middle of a Jodie Foster renaissance. The two-time Oscar winner is not only starring in one of... more

Celebrated director Rob Reiner is worried about the rise of Christian nationalism—the use of Christian values to push a political... more

It’s Super Bowl weekend, which, if you’re not into sports, what are you supposed to do? Well, Newsweek’s H. Alan... more

Finding that next great character after a blockbuster series like This Is Us isn’t easy, but Justin Hartley figured it... more

Dan Gheesling from ‘The Traitors’ talks exclusively with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about his shocking elimination from the show, his... more

With the Grammys coming up, Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott is joined by Sirius XM’s John Arthur Hill to discuss likely... more

This week Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott is breaking down the Barbie snub and other Oscar nomination surprises with Izzy Custodio... more

When you’re as fit as hip-hop artist Common, people are naturally going to wonder about your secret to health and... more

The wait is finally over, we know who the nominees are for the 96th annual Academy Awards. Of course, there... more

It’s been 25 years since ‘The Sopranos’ premiered on HBO. After that night, television changed forever. James Gandolfini, Edie Falco,... more

Now that we’re years into reality television being a mainstay, the question begs to be asked, what impact has it... more

Awards season is in full swing. While the Golden Globes were boring, the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations added some... more

Josh Hutcherson isn’t concerned with doing what you think he should. “There was an obvious path to take post-Hunger Games.... more

There’s a new show on Netflix you need to watch. It’s called ‘The Brothers Sun’ and it stars Michelle Yeoh,... more

Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott is coming to you on Friday’s now with unfiltered (and a little unhinged) episodes of the... more

There were so many great performances last year in film, but two stood out: Charles Melton’s performance in ‘May December’... more

We decided to end 2023 on a sweet note. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott welcomes the winner of ‘The Great British... more

For Academy Award-winning actor Gary Oldman, now is the perfect time for his first TV series. Calling today a “whole... more

We have a sole Survivor! Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott speaks with Dee Valladares, the winner of ‘Survivor’ 45, the runners-up... more

Sometimes a performance comes along where when you watch it, you just can’t imagine anyone else playing that role. That’s... more

In 2024, the beloved cable channel Turner Classic Movies will turn 30, and for host Ben Mankiewicz—who recently celebrated his... more

There are drag queens, and then there’s Bianca Del Rio. If you’re familiar with Bianca, you know exactly what you’re... more

When a photo of Kathy Griffin holding the fake decapitated head of former President Donald Trump went viral in 2017,... more

There’s been a lot of hype lately about the Showtime limited series ‘Fellow Travelers.’ Part historical thriller about the Lavender... more

When you think of Bethenny Frankel, the first thing that probably comes to mind is Bravo’s The Real Housewives of... more

Even Claire Saffitz, one of YouTube’s most popular bakers, still gets nervous about a recipe’s results. “I don’t really get... more

As she gets ready to drop her first rock album at age 77, Dolly Parton, the country music icon, speaks... more

Leslie Jones, best known for her star-making turn on Saturday Night Live, is ready to share her story, on her... more

For Josh Gad, the path to returning to Broadway following his star-making performance in ‘Book of Mormon’ wasn’t easy. “Book... more

If there’s one thing Danny Pellegrino, host of the hugely popular ‘Everything Iconic’ podcast, is ready for, it’s the holidays.... more

Jake Cohen’s first cookbook, ‘Jew-Ish’ (Harvest, 2021), was a perfect intro to the Instagram-famous cook. How to top it? It... more

For Ashley Flowers, host of the podcast ‘Crime Junkie,’ success was unforeseen. “I wasn’t expecting it to be what it... more

For the past 23 years, ‘Survivor’ host and producer Jeff Probst has been a mainstay on our televisions, and year... more

For Reba McEntire, joining NBC’s ‘The Voice’ as a judge after Blake Shelton’s departure adds a layer of “pressure” to... more

When ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’ opened in 2002, it made its star and writer, Nia Vardalos, a celebrity overnight.... more

There’s just something about ‘Law & Order: SVU,’ right? It’s the mix of drama and true crime (and maybe just... more

I was raised Mormon, got some cancer, and then converted to Judaism. Why? Well, it’s complicated and it’s the basis for... more

Cobra Kai’s Xolo Maridueña is going from kicking butt on Earth to doing so in the multiverse in the latest... more

When Casey McQuiston’s novel ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ was published in 2019, it was an instant bestseller. Now the... more

Christian entertainment has been on the rise in recent years. With the popularity of the new film ‘Sound of Freedom’... more

Last December, fans of the series ‘Minx’ were dismayed when streaming service Max announced it was canceling the show about... more

If anyone in Hollywood has experienced every aspect of the business, it’s Jamie Lee Curtis. “I’ve been doing this for... more

If you ask Tiffany Haddish if she's a fan of a good crime story, the immediate response you'll get is,... more

Andrew Rannells, best known for his roles in ‘Girls’ and ‘The Book of Mormon,’ asks a very important question in... more

On today’s episode, we’re talking Hollywood health fads. If there’s one thing the west coast lives, it’s a hot new... more

A new season of ‘And Just Like That’ is here and Evan Ross Katz joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to... more

One of the most compelling villains to come out of ‘The Walking Dead’ was Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s Negan, and now... more

Everything has a story, including Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. In fact, the story behind the person who claims to have invented... more

Asian food is one of the fastest growing dishes in popularity, and that’s almost exclusively because of its popularity on... more

Do you have what it takes to win Survivor? It’s a question millions of people ask themselves every season. Over... more

For Melissa McCarthy, playing Ursula in the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid (May 26) started with terror. “That song... more

Fresh off their Oscar wins for Everything Everywhere All at Once, Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan aren’t wasting time.... more

For Patrick Ta, a makeup artist and founder of Patrick Ta beauty, diversity and inclusion is central. Ta says it... more

The pool of people who can call themselves talk show hosts is very, very small, and Tamron Hall is keenly... more

Are you smart enough to be on Jeopardy? This week Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott chats with Buzzy Cohen, Jeopardy champion... more

When you’re in a film adapted from a beloved young adult novel like ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’... more

Characterizing Keri Russell’s new show ‘The Diplomat’ (Netflix, April 20) is difficult, but that’s part of its charm. “The drama... more

For the past year or so, there’s been a spotlight on drag in the United States, and not just because... more

Hello Tomorrow! on Apple TV+ is both familiar and something we’ve never seen before. “It’s representing materially and metaphorically, America... more

How has TV impacted our lives? If you ask Fenton Bailey (co-producer of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ and co-founder of World... more

The Paris Hilton you think you know isn’t the real Paris. “I’m not a dumb blonde. I was just very... more

This week we’re breaking down who will be the big winners (and losers) at this year’s Academy Awards. Newsweek’s H.... more

If you're going to add on to the legacy of a classic Mel Brooks film, you've got to do it... more

Never has a title fit a show's subject more than Eugene Levy's new Apple TV+ travel show ‘The Reluctant Traveler... more

It seems like there are a ton of award shows these days (because there are), but there’s one that started... more

Nowadays, if you're cast in a Marvel film, it's like winning the lottery. But it didn't start that way for... more

There’s just something special about a good reality competition show, and Peacock’s ‘Traitors’ certainly delivers. Hosted by Alan Cumming, it’s... more