Exclusive: Jennifer Aniston, Jason Momoa, Hailee Steinfeld, and more preview their Apple TV+ shows

“The slate of talent that they amassed this season, it’s really exciting. Really exciting,“Truth Be Toldstar Octavia Spencer says of the new streamer’s roster. “There’s something sort of bulletproof about the morning show,” starReese Witherspoonsays. Credit: Apple (3) “They’re a stalwart part of American culture.” “She’s unraveling,” Aniston says. “All of her lifelines are falling away.” Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston on The Morning Show.Tony Rivetti Jr./Apple And just as things fall apart, Witherspoon’s Bradley Jackson enters the picture....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 344 words · Randall Jones

Exclusive: Jennifer Carpenter and Morris Chestnut square off in chillingThe Enemy Withinclip

I just thought, What an interesting character,' says creator Ken Woodruff (The Mentalist). After all, spyings no fun without intelligence. Liar, she says. You have no idea what people are capable of. The assessment is too much for Will, who angrily lashes out at Erica. That tension between the two and their respective agencies drives the series core conflict, Woodruff says. Thats really personified with these two characters. Below, Woodruff teases whats to come in the series....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Donna Perry

Exclusive: Jennifer Morrison leaving 'House'

Princeton-Plainsboro is undergoing another major shake-up: Sources confirm to me exclusively that Jennifer Morrison is leavingHouse. Suspicions about MorrisonsHousefuture were raised last week when she was MIA at the shows premiere screening in Hollywood. Heres what else Im hearing about this surprising and, Ill say it, disappointing, turn of events. Unlike Kal Penns dearly-departed Kutner, Cameron willnotbe killed off. Morrisons on-screen husband, Jesse Spencer (Chase), is not leaving the show....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Anna Bryant

Exclusive: Katherine Heigl on being 'disappointed' in herself and the truth behind Emmygate

For starters, the Emmy winner does her own dishes! Well, she was washingsomethingin the sink before she reached out to shake my hand. I was too busy taking mental notes of my surroundings to know for sure. (OMG, theres her Emmy in the living room!) Oh, and she doesnt live in a mansion. Its more homey than mansiony. It was very much in sync with Heigls casual appearance that day....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Jacob Graham

Exclusive: Kevin Hart discusses getting back to work — and working out — after car accident

Hart was discharged 10 days after the crash to recover in a rehabilitation facility. Right now I just think its about progressing and moving forward. How do you pick the different activities and then match them with your guests? YouTube Originals Its about pairing the personality to the activity. The more awkward, the more random, the better, for both parties. Who can I have the highest level of fun with and with what?...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 241 words · Harold Clark

Exclusive: Legendary director Brian De Palma to publish debut novel

Brian De Palmais making the leap from screen to page. It follows a philandering senator whos cheating on his Parkinsons-afflicted wife with his campaigns beautiful young videographer. De Palma is best known as the director ofScarface,Carrie, and the originalMission: Impossible. Credit: JEFF PACHOUD/AFP/Getty Images He adds: Its like having a new Brian De Palma picture. Check out the exclusive cover forAre Snakes Necessary?below. The novel publishes March 17, 2020. Hard Case Crime

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Nancy Cox

Exclusive: Maureen Johnson is wrapping up her Truly Devious trilogy in style

Maureen Johnsonis ready to solve her biggestTruly Deviousmystery. The best-selling author will conclude her acclaimed time-hopping YA mystery series withThe Hand on the Wall. As crimes pile up, past and present, Stevie is sure that somehow they connect. Credit: Angela Altus The three deaths in the present. The deaths in the past. The missing Alice Ellingham and the now-missing David Eastman, her heartthrob friend from back in Vermont. Angela Altus...

May 1, 2025 · 9 min · 1787 words · Crystal Richards

Exclusive: Michael Cassidy no longer 'Privileged'

Sorry, Charlie-Megan fans, it looks like its the end of the road forPrivilegeds unrequited duo. Michael Cassidy, a.k.a. the Dawson to Joanna Garcias Joey, is departing the show for reasons both creative and budgetary. Hell make his final appearance in this seasons 15th episode when Charlie decides to go back to college. Right now, Im more concerned aboutPrivilegedreturning for a second season than just Charlie, Mimoun confesses. If everyone wants both, then I think we have a shot!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · David Norman

Exclusive: Michael Eric Dyson to examine Jay-Z's cultural impact in new book

In his next book, Michael Eric Dyson will reveal how Jay-Z wasMade in America. Jay-Z: Made in America, set to publish this fall, coincides with its subjects 50th birthday. Hes an important thinker and artist, and my book tries to measure his impact and acknowledge his greatness. Credit: Courtesy Michael Eric Dyson The book also features illustrations by Everett Dyson, the authors nephew. The book publishes Nov. 26, and isavailable for pre-order....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 79 words · Brittney Lyons

Exclusive: Mike Birbiglia is turningThe New Oneinto a hilarious new book

Mike BirbigliasThe New Oneis staying fresh. Indeed, Birbiglia is set to tell these stories again in a new medium. The result is something that Im simultaneously so proud of and so embarrassed of all at once. Credit: Joan Marcus The show is an earnest pat on the back to all parents saying, Its gonna be okay. The book is a hug. The book publishes May 5 and isavailable for pre-order....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Linda Davis

Exclusive: Naomie Harris has Tyrese Gibson's back inBlack and Bluefirst look

Playing the role of rookie cop Alicia West in Sonys upcoming action thrillerBlack and Bluewas a no-brainer forNaomie Harris. Alicia is pretty badass! Shes fierce and capable, strong, and independent. Credit: Alan Markfield/Screen Gems Shes the kind of woman that I love portraying, Harris tells EW. Ultimately, he is of use to her during the escape scene when theyre being chased. But she definitely has the upper hand, shes more skilled in what shes doing....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 247 words · Brittany Benson

Exclusive: Nnedi Okorafor's middle-grade debut basks readers in contemporary Nigeria

Best-selling fantasy and sci-fi author Nnedi Okorafor will publish her middle-grade debut in 2020, EW can exclusively announce. Okorafor ranks among the most acclaimed speculative-fiction authors currently writing. He was determined to root out the criminals that had invaded the town. Credit: Penguin Young Readers Nnamdi has vowed to avenge his father, but he wonders what a twelve-year-old boy can do. How can he fulfill his mission? How will he learn to control his newfound powers?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Ryan Nichols

Exclusive: Pepsi responds to Michael Jackson accident footage. 'Why would anyone want to share such frightening images?'

We dont know how the footage became available. Twenty-five years later, wed question why anyone would want to share such frightening images. It was a terrifying event that well never forget. We dont know where it came from, she says. We dont know what that footage is. Its 25 years ago. We dont know who owns it, so we have no recourse as far as I know. I can only tell you what I know....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Brian Clark