Ben Whishaw to Star in BBC Two, AMC Series ‘This Is Going to Hurt’

Snapchat parent Snap Inc. said it is halting ad sales to Russian and Belarusian media buyers.

The SAG Awards marked somewhat of a return to normal to awards season as the first in-person televised ceremony of 2022, and the ratings are showing it. With big wins for Squid Game, CODA and Succession, the 2022 SAG Awards saw a rise in viewership to tally 1.8 million total viewers on TBS and TNT.

Reuniting and it feels so good! Over the years, casts and costars have come together at awards shows to celebrate one another — and to revisit their old friends.

Ashley Parker Angel refuses to let a robber get the better of him emotionally.

She said yes! Joey King is engaged to Steven Piet after dating for more than two years.

Detectives have arrested four men after Emmerdale actress Chelsea Halfpenny made an emotional plea to find those responsible for her granddad's hit and run accident. On Monday, the soap star emotionally urged any witnesses to come forward after her grandad was struck by a car in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear at the age of 85 on Friday evening, February 25. Following the accident, Northumbria Police revealed in a statement that "an elderly man was in critical condition" after being rushed to hospital.

Ferne McCann has been spotted spending a fun day out with her boyfriend Lorri Haines and their two young children. The pair were seen together on a day out in Essex following a holiday to the Maldives and a video that emerged showing Ferne’s boyfriend Lorri with a “suspicious white powder” while partying with friends in Dubai.The couple, who confirmed their romance in January, have been regularly posting photos of loved-up photos themselves to Instagram. Now former TOWIE star Ferne, 31, and Lorri, 30, have been spotted enjoying a day out together alongside Ferne’s four year old daughter Sunday, who she shares with ex Arthur Collins.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorCity of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., will honor Republic Records founders Monte and Avery Lipman (pictured above, R-L) at its 2022 Spirit of Life Gala in the fall. The prestigious award will be presented to them at a gala dinner — the first Spirit of Life Gala since 2019.According to the announcement, the Spirit of Life Award is City of Hope’s most prestigious honor and is presented to an esteemed community of industry leaders around the world who have made a significant commitment to improving the lives of others through the advancement of research and clinical innovation and the delivery of personalized, compassionate care.

Manchester United are reportedly preparing a ‘pharaonic’ offer for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.

A schoolgirl is in a serious condition in hospital after being shot at a bus stop.

Sydney Sweeney, who appears to be wearing a massive engagement ring. The  actress is sparking engagement rumors after she was spotted out in Encino, California, on Monday showing off a glacier-size diamond ring on her left ring finger. She was chatting up a friend inside what appears to be a garage.

Sean Penn was among the thousands (or maybe even millions) leaving Ukraine and heading to the Polish border.The actor arrived in Kyiv last week to film a documentary for VICE about the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. On Feb. 28, he posted a photo in which he dragged luggage along the side of the road as he headed toward Poland.

has come to a close following the shocking season 2 finale, the 15-year-old breakout star will soon be seen onscreen again.

Virgil Abloh's final Off-White runway show. Several models including Cindy Crawford and her daughter, Kaia Gerber, Naomi Campbell and Kendall Jenner helped kick off night one of Paris Fashion Week with a tribute to Abloh in the first Off-White fashion show since his death in November.Campbell, who also walked in the creative director’s final Louis Vuitton show in January, led the charge with Jenner, sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid, and tennis star and fellow fashion designer Serena Williams following suit.A post shared by Off-White™ (@off____white)The star-studded show was attended by Pharrell Williams, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky and many other celebs and fashionistas who showed up in full force to honor the late designer.A post shared by Son of a Pharoah (@pharrell)Abloh died on Nov.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorApple announced several actions it has taken in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including temporarily halting all product sales in Russia.The company also has disabled both traffic and live incidents in Apple Maps in Ukraine “as a safety and precautionary measure for Ukrainian citizens.”Last week, according to Apple, the company stopped all exports into its sales channel in Russia. It also has limited access to Apple Pay and other services in the country.

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film CriticThe Oscar campaign for “CODA” has touted the film as “history-making.” If you wanted to be a literal-minded curmudgeon about it, you could say that the history it’s talking about was already made — when Marlee Matlin, in 1986, became the first deaf performer to win an Academy Award for best actress, for her great, ardent, wounded performance in “Children of a Lesser God.” Matlin deserved to win (the other nominated actresses that year were Jane Fonda for “The Morning After,” Sissy Spacek for “Crimes of the Heart,” Kathleen Turner for “Peggy Sue Got Married,” and Sigourney Weaver for “Aliens,” which is the only one I’d put in Matlin’s league).Nevertheless, history works in waves. Sidney Poitier made history by becoming the first Black actor to be a Hollywood star, as well as the first to win an Academy Award for best actor (in 1963, for “Lilies of the Field”).

Naya Rivera’s family against Ventura County, California, following the tragic drowning of the actress at age 33.The lawsuit was filed in November 2020 by Rivera’s ex-husband Ryan Dorsey, on behalf of their 6-year-old son Josey, alleging that the actress’ death was preventable, as her boat did not comply with US Coast Guard safety standards.Describing that the boat “was not equipped with a safely accessible ladder, adequate rope, an anchor, a radio or any security mechanisms to prevent swimmers from being separated from their boats.”Now their family attorney, Amjad M. Khan has declared that “all parties have entered into a global settlement.”“Through this settlement, Josey will receive just compensation for having to endure the drowning of his beloved mother at Lake Piru,” Attorney Khan stated, explaining that while “the tragic loss of Josey’s mother can never truly be overcome, we are very pleased that the monetary settlement will significantly assist Josey with his life beyond this tragedy.”It was also reported that court documents referenced Lake Piru’s “deadly history,” claiming that there was not “a single sign anywhere” that warned about “the lake’s strong currents, low visibility, high winds, changing water depths, underwater caves, ledges and drop offs, or the trees, brush and other debris that congest its waters due to the vastly changing water levels and winds.”The ‘Glee’ star was confirmed dead on July 13, 2020, after an unsuccessful search-and-rescue operation was conducted, later changing into a recovery mission following an extensive search.

Catherine Zeta-Jones is a family person through and through and is just as proud of her heritage, and she chose to share the best aspects of them both with her latest photograph.MORE: Catherine Zeta-Jones shares touching post with fans following invasion of UkraineThe actress took to her Instagram Stories to share a heartwarming snapshot of her niece Ava Zeta-Jones for a special Welsh holiday.WATCH: Catherine Zeta-Jones wows fans with Thanksgiving decorOn the occasion of St. David's Day, she posted the picture of her niece dressed in full traditional garb as she adorably smiled for the camera and was surrounded with hearts.Catherine also added a picture of the Welsh flag with a message for her fans as she wrote: "Happy St.

SAG-AFTRA also expressed support for Ukraine and condemnation of the invasion.

Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova will be seated with First Lady Jill Biden during President Joe Biden‘s first State of the Union address on Tuesday March 1. The ambassador will join the first lady along with the president’s sister Valerie Biden Owens and the Second Gentlman Douglas Emhoff. Oksana’s invitation to sit alongside Jill in the viewing box comes amid Ukraine’s battle with Russia, following an invasion ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Find out everything you need to know about the 45-year-old ambassador here!

Sandra Oh’s biggest fear may be coming true in the first trailer for the horror movie “Umma”.

The “professional organizer” duo is back and making dreams come true.

Sarah Lancashire becomes Julia Child in the new biographical comedy series, “Julia”.

Prince William and Kate Middleton are in Wales for St David’s Day where they are getting their hands dirty.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterIn a competitive situation, Apple has given a straight-to-series order to a comedy series from Phil Lord and Chris Miller, Variety has learned exclusively.Titled “The Afterparty,” the series is described as a murder mystery comedy set at a high school reunion afterparty. Each of the eight episodes will feature a retelling of the same night told through a different character’s perspective, each with its own unique visual format and film genre to match the teller’s personality.Miller created the series and will also serve as showrunner and executive producer.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterFox has renewed the animated comedy “The Great North” for a second season before the first has even aired.The show was ordered to straight-to-series last year and is currently slated to debut at midseason in 2021. It hails from Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin from “Bob’s Burgers” as well as Minty Lewis.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterBoth “Y: the Last Man” and “American Horror Stories” will debut on Hulu rather than FX.Hulu made the announcement on Monday as part of their NewFronts presentation. The two shows will be the latest FX originals to premiere on the streaming service.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterHBO Max has ordered a new adult animated series titled “10-Year-Old-Tom.”The series hails from writer and executive producer Steve Dildarian, with Nick Weidenfeld also attached as an executive producer.“Not only is Steve insanely funny, he is one of the rare talents that can write, draw and do voices. He’s the triple threat that is the foundation of all great animated shows,” said WeidenfeldIn the series, Tom grapples with being corrupted by the grownups around him each day just by leaving his house.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterDan Harmon has signed a broadcast network-only exclusive direct animation deal with Fox Entertainment.Under the deal, Harmon has received a series commitment for an adult animated series that is currently being targeted for a spring 2022 debut. Fox Entertainment will produce and own the series, with Bento Box Entertainment providing the animation.“Before joining the network ranks, I was an independent producer who had the opportunity to work with Dan on one of my very first projects,” said Michael Thorn, president of entertainment fo Fox Entertainment.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterHulu is developing a comedy series about the notorious New Jersey theme park Action Park, Variety has learned.The half-hour series is based on the book “Action Park: Fast Times, Wild Rides, and the Untold Story of America’s Most Dangerous Amusement Park” by Andy Mulvihill and Jake Rossen. The book was acquired by 20th Century Fox Television and Hulu in a competitive situation.The show is described the almost impossible-to-believe story of the legendary, dangerous amusement park where millions were entertained and almost as many bruises were sustained.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe CW announced Tuesday an additional four series acquisitions as part of its summer lineup.Making their U.S. debuts on The CW are: the horror whodunnit competition “Killer Camp,” debuting July 16 at 8 p.m.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterStarz is developing a new comedy series titled “East Wing” with Debra Messing attached in the lead role, Variety has learned.The series hails from writers and creators Ali Wentworth and Liz Tuccillo, with Wentworth also set to star alongside Messing. The show is inspired by Wentworth’s mother, who who served as Social Secretary in the White House during Ronald Reagan’s presidency in the 1980s.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterApple has signed on to co-produce the upcoming espionage thriller series “Tehran.”The show tells the story of a Mossad agent who goes deep undercover on a dangerous mission in Tehran that places her and everyone around her in dire jeopardy. The series stars Niv Sultan, Shaun Toub, Navid Negahban, Shervin Alebani, Liraz Charh, and Menashe Noy.Apple has partnered with Cineflix Rights and Israeli network Kan 11 on the series, with Apple serving as the show’s exclusive streaming home.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterAmazon has given out a series order to Jason Katims’ adaptation of the Israeli series “On the Spectrum.”The untitled series is described as a comedic drama about three 20-something roommates on the autism spectrum, striving for the same things that we all desire: To get a job, keep a job, make friends, fall in love, and navigate a world that eludes them. Rick Glassman, Sue Ann Pien, and Albert Rutecki, who each identify as living on the autism spectrum, Sosie Bacon, Chris Pang, and Joe Mantegna star in the series.“Having a 23-year-old son on the spectrum, it is deeply personal for me to get to tell this unique story of what it’s like to come of age as someone with autism,” said Katims.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterJessica Chastain’s Freckle Films, Kristen Campo, and Endeavor Content have acquired the television rights for Alice Feeney’s new novel “His & Hers.”The novel tells the story of DCI Jack Harper and BBC newsreader Anna Andrews, whose paths cross for the first time following their divorce when a woman is found murdered in their hometown. Anna is reluctant to cover the case and Jack becomes suspicious of her involvement, until he becomes a suspect in his own murder investigation.Chastain and Kelly Carmichael will executive produce for Freckle Films, with Campo also serving as executive producer.

Jake Kanter International TV EditorEmmy and Golden Globe-winner Ben Whishaw is set to star in the BBC’s adaptation of Adam Kay’s humorous medical memoir This Is Going To Hurt, while AMC has also joined the project as a co-producer in the U.S. and Canada.The drama, which was first announced in July 2018, is made by Chernobyl producer Sister and tells the unvarnished story of life on a hospital ward through the eyes of a junior doctor, charting the heart-lifting highs and the gut-wrenching lows.Whishaw will play the central character in This Is Going To Hurt and will be hoping to repeat the success of his last show for the BBC and AMC — A Very English Scandal.