Melissa Benoist reveals she's a survivor of domestic violence

Benoist didnt name the alleged perpetrator, saying only that he was younger than her. About five months into the relationship, Benoist says, things escalated to physical violence. Benoist says she eventually fought back. Credit: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images I changed and Im not proud of how I changed, she said. What I went through caused a tectonic shift in my outlook on life, she explained. It taught me what love is and isnt....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 158 words · Jeffrey Hale

Melissa Benoist talks ditching the skirt in newSupergirlsuit: 'It's more adult'

Melissa Benoists Supergirl is getting a long-awaited wardrobe upgrade in season 5. On Monday, theSupergirlstar revealed the Girl of Steels brand new season 5 super-suit. Weve been talking about pants since season 1, Benoist tells EW. I love [Karas old costume]. I havent changed it because it so works, and I think it is very Kara. Ive always felt that until recently, Im like, Somethings gotta give.' Showrunners Jessica Queller and Robert Rovner echoed that sentiment as well....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Wesley Taylor

Melissa Etheridge's son Beckett dies at 21

Melissa Etheridgeis mourning the loss of her son Beckett on Wednesday. The singer confirmed he died as a result of opioid addiction. He will be missed by those who loved him, his family, and friends. Credit: Jim Smeal/BEI/Shutterstock My heart is broken. The death was announced via the singer’s social media accounts early Wednesday afternoon pacific time. The pair are also parents to Beckett’s older sister Bailey Jean. Etheridge also has 13-year-old twins with former partner Tammy Lynn Michaels....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Mitchell Le

Melissa McCarthy in talks to play Ursula in live-actionLittle Mermaid

Melissa McCarthyis heading under the sea. Its about a woman finding her voice,Marshall told EW. A girl finding her voice, actually. Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images; Everett Collection And that immediately just felt like an interesting, timely piece that resonated with us. In addition to his musical duties, Miranda will also produce alongsideLa La Landproducer Marc Platt. The nefarious sea witch Ursula agrees to make Ariels dreams come true in exchange for her beautiful voice....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Fernando Smith

Melissa McCarthy: The EW Pop Culture Personality Test

How much will you love her now? ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: When do you yell at the TV? MELISSA McCARTHY:It will probably sound so crazy, bad design shows. Credit: Ben Falcone My poor husband [actorBen Falcone] is always like, Really? Are you really yelling about a wallpaper? And like, any time someone says, Tuscan. I want it to look like Tuscany! I want to rip my head off my neck. Its like an epidemic in this country....

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 958 words · John Bowman

Memphis Garrett reacts to his big blindside onBig Brother: All-Stars

He thought he was golden. He even told viewers to take notes on how amazing he was playing. And then he was voted out. CBS Take notes, everyone. What should the notes say now that Cody and Enzo voted you out? But hey, you know, you live and you learn. CBS After the vote was announced, you said Good luck, you guys. Youre gonna need it. Who was that directed towards and what did you mean by that?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 208 words · Katherine Lopez

Men in Black: Internationalcontinues lackluster summer box office with $28.5 million opening

Men in Black: Internationalis the latest summer blockbuster to fail to stun audiences. TheMen in Blackfranchise spin-off wins the weekend with an underwhelming estimated $28.5 million across 4,224 theaters. Men in Black: Internationalis a spin-off of the beloved franchise anchored by Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones. Giles Keyte/Sony Thenew film stars Tessa Thompson and Chris Hemsworthas Agent H and Agent M, respectively. Here, they must attempt to locate and eliminate a mole within the Men in Black organization....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 187 words · Rebecca Roberts

Meryl Streep has more Golden Globe nominations than anyone in history

A look back at Streep’s 32 nominations – the most ever. The Oscar-winning feature also netted Streep a corresponding nomination in the best supporting actress category at the Academy Awards. She was also nominated (but lost) at the Oscars. Everett Collection(2); Twentieth Century Fox The legendary performance also won Streep her second Oscar (and first for lead actress). Broken record: the actress was also nominated for an Oscar. (She was also nominated at the Oscars....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 208 words · Scott Hall

Meryl Streep responds to Rose McGowan's Golden Globes protest criticism

She also stressed that she did not know about Weinsteins alleged misconduct in the past. YOUR SILENCE is THE problem. Youll accept a fake award breathlessly & affect no real chance. MANDEL NGAN/AFP/Getty Images I despise your hypocrisy. Streep also asserted that she was never deliberately silent, and was unaware of any wrongdoing on Weinsteins part. (Weinstein has denied all allegations of non-consensual sex.) Thats where the cover-ups convene. Those rooms must be disinfected, and integrated, before anything even begins to change....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · Eric Schroeder

Meryl Streep serves glitter whimsy and wigs inThe Promfirst look photos

Nicole Kidman, Kerry Washington, and more star in Ryan Murphy’s queer musical. “Because it’s just…. you’ve got to have some fun. I wanted to do it. Credit: Melinda Sue Gordon/NETFLIX So, the character is a big asshole. I tried very hard to bring that part of me forward.” See the first-look photos above and below. Melinda Sue Gordon/NETFLIX Melinda Sue Gordon/NETFLIX Melinda Sue Gordon/NETFLIX Melinda Sue Gordon/NETFLIX Melinda Sue Gordon/NETFLIX...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 76 words · Lawrence Santos

Meryl Streep, Candice Bergen, and Dianne Wiest are ready toTalk

So it only made sense for EW to do the same albeit over Zoom, rather than at sea. As it happens, that also describes EW’s roundtable with the actresses. “You’re trying to get things started here,” she says with a chuckle. HBO Max And so we do. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How did all of you come on board this movie, so to speak? Meryl, you were just coming off of another Soderbergh project, correct?...

May 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1248 words · Eric Johnson

Meryl Streep, Joaquin Phoenix win Toronto Film Festival's first Actor Awards

Over three decades, he has brought a piercing truth to each groundbreaking role. TIFF is thrilled to be celebrating an artist of his calibre with this inaugural award. We cant wait for Festival audiences to experience his electric turn inJoker. Credit: Brigitte Lacombe; Matthias Nareyek/Getty Images It is set to world-premiere at the2019 Venice Film Festivalbefore bowing at TIFF in September. EARLIER:Meryl Streep will add yet another industry accolade to her crowded mantel....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Devon Holden

Meryl Streep, Patti LuPone, more to perform for virtual Sondheim 90th birthday celebration

It’s time for a virtual celebration of 90 years ofStephen Sondheimbeing alive. It will stream this Sunday at 8 p.m. ET onBroadway.comandBroadway.com’s YouTube channel. Credit: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage Mary-Mitchell Campbell will act as music director for the evening, while Paul Wontorek will direct. He also starred in City Centers Encores production ofAnyone Can Whistle(Hapgood) andRoad Show(Wilson). The world is in a hard place, and we are all searching for something great....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · Dean Rodriguez