Julie Chen Moonves Revealed Meredith Vieira Was First Offered 'Big Brother' Hosting Job

Rage Against The Machine guitarist Tom Morello played a surprise set on the picket line in front of Paramount Studios in Hollywood yesterday (August 14).SAG-AFTRA – Hollywood’s largest union, which represents 160,000 actors and performers – and the Writers Guild of America (WGA) are both currently on strike as they seek an increase in base pay and residuals in the age of streaming. They are also hoping to negotiate safeguards against the unregulated use of artificial intelligence in the film industry.Speaking before the performance, Morello told NME he wanted to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with striking actors and writers: “They’re making history here on the sidewalk in front of Paramount Studios and I’m here to support them and express my solidarity.”The guitarist, who described himself as a “proud union man”, applauded the actors and writers for “flexing their power and showing what solidarity means.”Tom Morello singing the final verse of union bop This Land is Your Land to an energized WGA/ SAG AFTRA picket line pic.twitter.com/WO9o8HUiMd— Clara (@thatclarafied) August 14, 2023He added that the ongoing strikes in the entertainment industry are part of a wider movement of organised worker power across the country that some have dubbed ‘Hot Labor Summer’.

Starfield is now less than a month away from releasing, and in the run-up to launch, Bethesda has shared a timeline that covers 300 years of history in the sci-fi game’s universe.As visible on Bethesda’s website, the timeline begins with humanity first arriving on Mars in 2050, and runs up to 2328 – just two years before Starfield takes place in 2330.As for what the timeline includes, after landing on Mars it takes humans another 50 years to begin living in space. Settlers then make it to the Alpha Centauri star system by 2156 and establish one of the game’s major factions, the United Colonies (UC).However, 2188 sees the foundation of rival faction The Freestar Collective, which ultimately goes to war with the UC in 2196.

Assassin’s Creed Mirage is in fact launching one week earlier than expected as it was announced by Ubisoft that the game has gone gold on August 14.“On behalf of the entire team, we can’t wait for you to explore 9th Century Baghdad with Basim,” said the studio.

The large Radford family are officially taking another break – and fans are stunned to realise that it’s their 18th getaway in nearly as many months. Mum Sue Radford, 48, revealed that she’s taken her husband and their brood off to Florida for a summer getaway.The proud mum of a whopping 22 kids has shared a series of sweet clips of the little ones playing in the pool, messing about in a sandpit and exploring the resort.

Millie Mackintosh has been struggling with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) since she was 18 years old, and is often open with fans about ways to help and control the condition. Despite her candid front, the former Made In Chelsea star, who shares two children with husband Hugo Taylor, has now opened up about the 'shame' and 'embarrassment' of talking about the battle - admitting that it isn't always easy to be so upfront. "At first it felt quite shameful to talk about some of my IBS symptoms.

The search for the perfect bra can be a challenging one filled with uncomfortable underwiring, hundreds of different styles, and hours spent in the changing rooms trying to find the right fit. According to research from lingerie experts Boux Avenue , 81% of women are wearing the wrong sized bra, but even when you get professionally measured it can be tricky to find a bra that suits your shape, fits properly, and keeps your feeling both comfortable and supported. However, shoppers think they’ve found the answer to all of their problems, and it comes from high-street faves Marks and Spencer.

One of the key skills that will be drummed into young royals from the earliest opportunity will be the importance of having good manners which will best prepare them for a lifetime of public service. In doing this, it would seem Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis have been taught a sweet habit that their late grandmother Diana, Princess of Wales, encouraged her own children to do.

Holly Willoughby has enjoyed years at the top of the National Television Awards food chain alongside her former co-host Philip Schofield - but the pair have both been snubbed in a 2023 twist. Famed in previous years for being daytime show This Morning's golden couple and making it to the Best TV Presenter category numerous times, the former duo have been replaced by fan favourite Alison Hammond, who is representing the ITV show this year.The fall from grace comes as Holly, 42, has been left flying solo after Phil's departure from ITV, following a bout of scandal and feud rumours between the pair.

Emmerdale's Susan Cookson, who plays Wendy Posner in the ITV soap, has revealed that she was "saved" by the show following the death of her husband.The 58 year old has revealed that she was about to give up on her career after her husband, Malcolm Scates, sadly passed away. Susan was about to retire and was on her way to see a nursing manager to find out how to retrain in that profession when she got the call from Emmerdale.The ITV soap offered her the role of Nurse Wendy out of the blue, and it didn't take long for Susan to say yes. She told The Mirror: "I was at a bit of a crossroads in my life through one thing and another and I decided that I wanted a more regular job.

Donald Trump has reacted to his latest indictment, calling it a “witch hunt” and attacking the Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis as “racist and corrupt”.

Naman Ramachandran Iconic British horror label Amicus Productions is resurrecting with anthology film “In the Grip of Terror.” Based at Shepperton Studios, Amicus was founded by American producers and screenwriters Milton Subotsky and Max Rosenberg and was active between 1962 and 1977. The outfit was mainly known for their portmanteau or anthology films featuring four or five horror shorts each, including “Dr. Terror’s House of Horrors” (1965), “Torture Garden” (1967), “The House That Dripped Blood” (1971), “Tales from the Crypt” (1972), “Asylum” (1972), “Vault of Horror” (1973) and “From Beyond the Grave” (1974).

Taylor Swift‘s fifth album ‘1989’ has seen a spike in streams following the announcement of the upcoming re-recorded edition.The pop star confirmed last week that ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ will arrive on October 27, 2023, which is the ninth anniversary of the original 2014 LP. You can pre-order/pre-save it here.Writing on social media, Swift called the album her “most FAVORITE re-record [she’s] ever done” while teasing five “insane” ‘From The Vault’ tracks that are yet to be announced.

Rochelle Humes appeared to be emotional as she shared a sweet text exchange between herself and her eldest daughter. It came as the presenter returned to hosting duties on Monday (August 14) on This Morning alongside Josie Gibson.

Jeon Somi has reacted to AI covers of her voice singing popular songs by NewJeans and BTS‘ Jungkook.Yesterday (August 14), Jeon Somi posted a series of videos on TikTok of her reacting to AI covers of her voice singing popular K-pop songs. In the first clip, Somi appears shocked to hear her voice singing NewJeans’ ‘Super Shy’.Later, she compares her real voice to the AI cover, taking turns to singing parts of the song as the computer generated version plays in the background.#그린스크린 ♬ 오리지널 사운드 – JEON SOMI – JEON SOMI In the second TikTok, Somi is equally shocked when reacting to an AI cover of her voice singing Jungkook’s hit solo single ‘Seven’.

Megan Thee Stallion has hit out at her “haters” after Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting the rapper.Last December, Lanez – real name Daystar Peterson – was found guilty of three felonies related to the 2020 incident. The Canadian artist, 31, was sentenced last week.

Beyoncé gave Lizzo a shout-out during her concert in Atlanta, Georgia last night (August 14).During her performance of ‘Break My Soul (The Queens Remix)’, which features a mention of Lizzo’s name, the pop star shouted: “Lizzo! I love you, Lizzo!”.The shout-out at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium appeared to express support for Lizzo after the star was recently accused of allegations of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment.Previously, Beyoncé left Lizzo’s name off the track during a performance in Massachusetts before she brought it back in Maryland.Beyoncé tonight in Atlanta: "Lizzo! I love you, @Lizzo!!"

It was "absurd" of Fergus Ewing to describe the Scottish Greens as extremists, SNP depute leader Keith Brown has said. Former Scottish Government minister Ewing had said that SNP members should be given the chance to vote again on the party’s deal with the Scottish Greens.

Photographic "proof" has emerged which claims to show big cats are prowling the UK countryside. Researchers said the image was discovered in the files of a zoology organisation and shows a black cat, similar to a panther.

Losing weight is a challenge that millions of people struggle with. Following healthy advice and ditching bad habits can often feel confusing or overwhelming.

It's a big Euro night for Rangers as Michael Beale looks to lead his side into the playoff round of the Champions League.

Rico Lewis has signed his 'dream' contract at Manchester City, where he will remain until 2028.

Holly Willoughby has been 'snubbed' for her This Morning co-star as the shortlist for the National Television Awards has been revealed. It's not long now until the biggest names of the small screen battle it out for a range of prizes at the annual bash.

The government is funding the creation of 900 beds to help the NHS cope with winter pressures - but nothing has been allocated to any hospitals in Greater Manchester.

Katie Price has shown off the latest changes to her appearance after her candid chat about going to prison was heard for the first time. The former glamour model took to social media to debut her new look with a selection of glamorous photos.

Police investigations are continuing following the deaths of two teenagers in Lanarkshire and Glasgow over the weekend.

Former Celtic winger Jota has been put on high alert over a quickfire Al-Ittihad exit by boss Nuno Espirito Santo as he admitted he wanted to cut the "foreign numbers" in his squad.

Prince Harry's "royal status has gone" after he recently appeared at a polo tournament and was "virtually ignored" by other attendees, according to an expert.

A thug who murdered a Scottish backpacker in New Zealand has been denied parole after being caught with a mobile phone behind bars.

A new online petition is urging the UK Government to “abolish” TV licence fees for everyone, calling it an “outdated and unwanted system”. Petition creator Christian James Riley-Rowlands also warned that the £159 annual fee, which can be paid in several different ways, “can put people into debt”.

Christopher Vourlias To step inside Sarajevo’s Apollo cinema 30 years ago, you first had to find the door. The streets of the Bosnian capital were pitch black. Power cuts brought on by a crippling siege, which started in 1992 when Bosnian Serb forces surrounded the city, left the town plunged in darkness.

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A second motorcyclist has lost their life on a West Lothian road just days after a mum-of-two-was killed in a horror accident.

Frustrated boss Jamie McKim blasted his side’s shoddy defending as “unacceptable” after the club suffered their first league defeat of the season.

The National Television Awards 2023 nominations have been revealed and various names are up for their first award at the O2 arena in September.

Ahead of Big Brother‘s return to CBS with season 25, Julie Chen Moonves is opening up to ET about who the network originally wanted as host and how much longer she sees herself working on the reality TV competition.

's return to CBS with season 25, Julie Chen Moonves is opening up to ET about who the network originally wanted as host and how much longer she sees herself working on the reality TV competition.  When asked if there's anything the fans of the hit series — which sees a group of strangers forced to co-exist in a shared house while they are isolated from the outside world — don't know, Moonves says that CBS wanted another daytime TV fixture to host. «I wasn't the first choice to host.