‘Cheer’ and ‘Hillary’ Filmmakers Talk Objectivity and Truth in Documentaries

A moment of panic. Jared Padalecki recalled a “nightmare” experience had filming a scene for Gilmore Girls that he wasn’t prepared for.

A new connection! After Sam Heughan was photographed locking lips with a mystery woman, Us Weekly confirmed that his date was model Monika Clarke.

Ready for another rose? Teddi Wright didn’t end up as one of Clayton Echard’s Bachelor finalists, but that doesn’t mean she’s ruled out finding love within the franchise.

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Her turn to share! Juliette Porter held her tongue after she and ex-boyfriend Sam Logan split, but season 4 of Siesta Key will give her an opportunity to address what really happened between them.

Lauren Sanchez is paying tribute to some seriously powerful women in her life.She posted to Instagram on Tuesday, March 8 to honor some fellow Latinas who, according to Sanchez, “make this world a better place.”Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are working in the AmazonLauren Sanchez celebrates L.A. Super Bowl-winning alongside Jeff Bezos and her ex Tony GonzalezJeff Bezos’ girlfriend Lauren Sanchez shouts out her ex-husband Tony Gonzales“Recognizing International Women’s Day with these fierce Latinas who just completely inspire me,” she wrote in her caption.

Alec Baldwin is sharing his feelings about being a named defendant in lawsuits over the fatal shooting, with the actor insisting he's being targeted because he's rich.The 63-year-old actor made the comments Saturday during a sit-down interview at the Boulder International Film Festival. CNN was the only outlet that captured part of the interview on cell phone video and audio, in which Baldwin spoke about the lawsuits, the late cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and how the fatal shooting will transform safety procedures in Hollywood.While Baldwin never specifically mentioned which lawsuit he was referring to, he's adamant those going after him and others are after a payday.«What you have is a certain group of people — litigants, or whatever on whatever side — who their attitude is, 'The people who likely seem negligent have no money.

Linsey Godfrey is so relieved to finally have a grasp on her mental health.

Rebel Wilson has a royal pal.

The View host Stephanie Grisham has apologized for working for former President Donald Trump.MORE: The View's Joy Behar criticised over 'insensitive' comment on Ukraine's crisisDuring a conversation about Guy Reffit, the first to be found guilty on all counts for his actions during the 6 January insurrection, Stephanie was asked by Sunny Hostin: "I have to ask, why did it take an insurrection to get you to quit?"WATCH: The View star Stephanie Grisham makes emotional apology live on air: 'I messed up'"It’s a great, fair question," Stephanie, who was Chief of Staff and Press Secretary for the first lady of the United States, Melania Trump from 2020 to 2021, responded.Sharing that Trump was refusing to pack up the White House after losing the 2020 election to Joe Biden, Stephanie added: "I tried to resign many times.MORE: Meghan McCain hits out at former co-star Joy Behar for trollingMORE: The View announce exciting new additions to show - details"When I got to the West Wing, I realized it was a really bad environment. I saw with my own eyes - I hadn’t seen with my own eyes - some of the things that he did and said… and what he was doing to the country.""I believed in him," she continued before Joy Behar interrupted to ask: "Excuse me, what did you believe in? His policies? Because you know he was a sexist misogynist, you heard the tapes about grabbing women, all that.

Adam B. Vary Senior Entertainment Writer“Star Trek” is returning home to the U.S.S. Enterprise.In the first trailer for “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,” the fifth “Trek” series set at Paramount Plus, Capt.

Claudia Eller Co-Editor-in-ChiefThe latest prediction from our film awards maven Clayton Davis is that coming-of-age drama “CODA” will run away with the best picture Oscar at the March 27 ceremony.I have to say that would be awfully fabulous given that everyone — me included — loves a little-engine-that-could underdog story, and this feel-good, scrappy movie filmed in a short amount of time certainly fits that bill. A remake of an award-winning French film, “La Famille Bélier,” the story, written and directed by Siân Heder, centers on the only hearing member of a deaf family (played by Emilia Jones) who’s torn between pursuing her passion for music and her fear of abandoning her family’s fishing business.

A Paisley woman who gives up her time and money to help children in her community was rewarded with a special afternoon tea treat.

Two people have been charged after a 10-year-old boy was mauled to death by a dog at a friend's home.

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorWhile Hulu’s “Pam & Tommy” chronicled the events behind Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee’s infamous stolen sex tape, Anderson announced last week that she is preparing to tell her side of the story in a new Netflix documentary. Lily James, who plays Anderson in “Pam & Tommy,” says she looks forward to watching it.At the series finale premiere for “Pam & Tommy” at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles Tuesday night, the Hulu series’ cast and creatives stressed the importance of spotlighting Pamela Anderson’s story in today’s world.“I think these violations of privacy happen way too often — and the way that the media responds and us, as a society, respond is often so awful, particularly toward women,” James told Variety on the red carpet.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe “Quantum Leap” sequel series pilot at NBC has rounded out its main cast with three new additions.Caitlin Bassett, Nanrisa Lee, and Mason Alexander Park have all joined the cast of the project. They join previously announced cast members Raymond Lee and Ernie Hudson.In the followup to the original “Quantum Leap,” the new version takes place 30 years after Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished.

Wilson Chapman editorNearly 17 years after his fiery showdown with Anakin Skywalker in “Revenge of the Sith,” Obi-Wan is back.Disney Plus has released the first trailer for “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” the new “Star Wars” limited series premiering May 25.Set in between the events of the prequel trilogy and the original “Star Wars” trilogy, “Obi-Wan Kenobi” stars Ewan McGregor as the famed Jedi master and Anakin’s former mentor before his young padawan turned into Darth Vader. Ten years after the massacre of Order 66, Kenobi is living on Tatooine and watching over soon-to-be hero Luke Skywalker, when a new adventure reunites him with Anakin (Hayden Christensen).The trailer begins with Obi-Wan laying low in the sandy dunes of Tatooine while keeping watch over a young Luke, who lives with his Uncle Owen and Aunt Beru.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter“The Batman” spinoff series about The Penguin at HBO Max has officially been ordered to series.As Variety exclusively reported in December 2021, Colin Farrell will return for the limited series after starring as the famous Batman villain in the recently released film. Based on the characters created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger for DC, the show will follow the character, whose real name is Oswald Cobblepot, as he rises through the ranks of Gotham’s criminal underworld. Variety reported that the show as in the works in September 2021.“The world that Matt Reeves created for ‘The Batman’ is one that warrants a deeper gaze through the eyes of Oswald Cobblepot,” said Farrell.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter“Power Book IV: Force” has been renewed for Season 2 at Starz.The third spinoff of the original “Power” to debut on Starz, the series saw Joseph Sikora return as Tommy Egan, who leaves New York and finds himself caught up in the Chicago drug game. The series also stars Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Shane Harper, Kris D.

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterDisney CEO Bob Chapek said Wednesday the company is pledging $5 million to the Human Rights Campaign and other organizations protecting LGBTQ rights following backlash to the company’s initial quiet response to Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” legislation, as well as a report that the company has given money to all of the bill’s sponsors. Chapek, who is taking his first public stance against the bill, says he will also be meeting with Republican Gov.

A drugs offender has walked free despite his third conviction for being involved in the supply of cannabis.

There's no room for error at Rangers training as Thursday's clash with Red Star Belgrade looms on the horizon.

EastEnders star Lucy Benjamin has decided on a huge change as she ditched her signature blonde curls and embraced a full head of silver grey locks instead.The 51 year old actress played Lisa Fowler on the BBC One soap starting from 1998. She first left Albert Square in dramatic scenes in 2003, but made a scene-stealing return to Walford in 2010 and 2017. Lucy then reappeared on the soap for one more year 2019-2020.

HBO Max has given a straight-to-series order for The Penguin, a spinoff series for Colin Farrell‘s villainous role from The Batman!

Love Island's 2016 contestant Scott Thomas has hit back at rumours that he's rekindled his romance with former Islander and ex-girlfriend Kady McDermott, after fans speculated that the two might be enjoying an intimate tropical holiday together. Eagle-eyed fans of the smash-hit ITV2 dating series fell under the assumption earlier this week that the former flames – who first went exclusive as a couple six years earlier before going separate ways back in 2017 – might have gotten back together, as they each posted photos of their luxury winter vacations before similar-looking beach backgrounds.

This year's Dancing On Ice stars are "training like crazy" and are "the most competitive" in the show's history, a source says. Brendan Cole, 45, Connor Ball, 25, Kimberly Wyatt, 40, Kye Whyte, 22, and Regan Gascoigne, 26, will fight it out for a place in the final this Sunday. And a source tells OK! the competition has never been more tense, saying: "This year, the show is the most competitive it’s ever been.

Academy of Country Music Awards, Miranda Lambert is getting back to work and giving back to the community that means the most to her.MORE: Miranda Lambert admits she 'can't believe this is happening' with emotional postThe star teased a new addition to her family, as she announced an incredible donation to an organization close to her heart.True to her country and farm-life roots, the singer is a die-hard animal lover, and even has her own organization, MuttNation, dedicated to the nurturing and safety of shelter animals.WATCH: Miranda wins ACM Award for Entertainer of the YearMORE: Carrie Underwood 'couldn't be more proud of sister' Miranda Lambert after 'long overdue' winIn an emotional new tribute, the country singer announced that together with Tractor Supply, they were donating a "surprise" $5,000 grant to an animal shelter in every state in appreciation of their hard work and dedication to the wellbeing of animals.Miranda shared the exciting news with a photo of herself looking out to a rolling field of grass, wearing a plaid shirt, skinny jeans, cowboy boots of course, and holding a guitar.The image featured her adorable blonde dog, Bellamy. Fans couldn't help but wonder, given the star's dedication and love for pets, if a new pup would be joining the family any time soon.A post shared by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert)Miranda's heartfelt announcementThe If I Was a Cowboy singer was flooded with support following the news, with fans commending her for her donation and thoughtful tribute.

Kristen Bell left fans howling with her recent appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show as she opened up about a particularly revealing moment of her life at home with husband Dax Shepard.MORE: Kristen Bell reveals epic bridal shower – with the most unusual wedding outfitKelly opened up her segment by saying: "Here's what your neighbors see when they look at your house," and then showed a picture of the Good Place star completely in the nude except for a pair of blue compression socks.WATCH: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard's bathroom debateShe was bent over, presumably in the midst of a yoga pose, and she'd been blurred out for audiences, with Kelly adding: "We saw this.""First of all…Dax, congratulations. Congratulations, I just need to say it.

Kevin Bacon has paid a heartfelt tribute to the two most important women in his life.MORE: Kyra Sedgwick's swimsuit selfie with Kevin Bacon is too good to missThe Footloose actor took to Instagram on Tuesday to mark International Women's Day, sharing a never-before-seen photo of wife Kyra Sedgwick and their daughter Sosie Bacon."Lucky to know these wonderful women. I’m so grateful to have you in my life.

Amy Schumer is looking forward to taking on one of Hollywood's biggest hosting gigs, that being the 2022 Academy Awards at the end of March.MORE: Amy Schumer 'outs' the news that Superbad star Michael Cera has welcomed a babySpeaking to Extra TV, the actress revealed that she was ready to stir things up come Oscars night and go in no holds barred.WATCH: Amy Schumer's husband Chris surprises her with unique birthday messageShe said: "I'm going to get myself in some trouble as per the [usual]…" Amy will be joined by fellow actresses Wanda Sykes and Regina Hall on stage."Wanda, Regina are hilarious. And we're having a blast preparing.

Jennifer Garner narrowly avoided a kitchen disaster on Christmas Eve!

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are paying a visit.

Dade Hayes Finance EditorHillary Clinton and Nanette Burstein first met in 2018, two years after the presidential election that shook the world. Burstein (American Teen, The Kid Stays in the Picture) was chosen to make a documentary based on behind-the-scenes footage captured in 2016 by Clinton’s staff.

posed the question to her nearly 683,000 Twitter followers on Monday, June 29, asking: "Can you imagine how President Hillary Clinton - a Woman with a powerful mind - would have handled this pandemic?"The celebrated performer added in two subsequent tweets: "Being a mother and grandmother, she would’ve instinctively taken care of the public health of the people of the United States.

Matt Grobar Assistant Editor, AwardslineWith his critically acclaimed Netflix series Cheer, Greg Whiteley aimed to spotlight the high-pressure world of competitive cheerleading, while showcasing the grit and incredible abilities of athletes in this space.Following the cheerleaders of Navarro College as they prepare for one of the biggest moments of their lives, the six-part series emerged conceptually, while Whiteley was filming Season 2 of college football docuseries Last Chance U.“We were looking for ways to film Season 2 in a way that wasn’t just a repeat of Season 1.

Documentary filmmaker Greg Whiteley happened to walk by a TV display in Costco when he saw his alma mater, Brigham Young University, win the national cheerleading championship. Intrigued, he approached BYU about making a documentary about the squad.