All stories by Kevin P. Sullivan on BroadwayStars

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Billy Joel biopic controversy, explained by Kevin P. Sullivan

A new film project plans to move ahead without life or song rights for the "Piano Man" singer.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026

‘Widow’s Bay’ reviews scream that the horror-comedy is ‘wonderfully demented’ by Kevin P. Sullivan

The new series starring Matthew Rhys is set to take sail this week on Apple TV. It's launching with a rare 100% Rotten Tomatoes score.

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Friday, April 10, 2026

How famous is too famous to be cast in 'Jury Duty'? by Kevin P. Sullivan

After another successful season with Company Retreat, EP Nicholas Hatton and casting director Susie Farris explain how they find their ensembles.

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Friday, April 3, 2026

With 'The Corrections' and 'Bonfire of the Vanities' on the way, are streamers taking risks again? by Kevin P. Sullivan

Two big books were announced for TV adaptations with major awards potential.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Apple TV offers creepy-funny first look at Emmy-contending horror-comedy series 'Widow's Bay' by Kevin P. Sullivan

The show, starring Matthew Rhys, Jeff Hiller, and Stephen Root, premieres on April 29.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

McCartney and Springsteen: How the veterans are shaking up the Grammys by Kevin P. Sullivan

Both legends are in prime positions to enter the conversation in major categories.

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

10 essential versions of Chip Taylor's 'Wild Thing' and 'Angel of the Morning' by Kevin P. Sullivan

The legendary songwriter passed away earlier this week at the age of 86.

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Friday, March 20, 2026

'Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat' and 'Roofman': What to stream this weekend (Mar. 20 " 22) by Kevin P. Sullivan

Our Gold Derby team of experts has the premium picks for entertainment pleasure.

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

'Baby Reindeer,' 'Adolescence'… Netflix's 'Lord of the Flies' adaptation is now coming for all the Emmys by Kevin P. Sullivan

Adolescence cocreator Jack Thorne is behind the last reworking of William Golding's classic novel.

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How Jane Alexander's recurring nightmare led to an Oscar nomination for 'Testament' by Kevin P. Sullivan

The four-time nominee reflects on the nuclear fallout drama as it enters the Criterion Collection.

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Friday, March 13, 2026

Steven Spielberg weighs in on aliens, AI, and Timothée Chalamet at SXSW by Kevin P. Sullivan

The 'Disclosure Day' director also teased an upcoming project " a Western!

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'The Testament of Ann Lee' and 'Zootopia 2' on Disney+: What to stream this weekend (March 13"15) by Kevin P. Sullivan

Our Gold Derby team of experts has the premium picks for entertainment pleasure.

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Barbra Streisand to receive Honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes: Everything to know by Kevin P. Sullivan

The legendary artist will be celebrated during the festival's closing.

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Monday, March 9, 2026

Did 'The Bride!'s delay save Jessie Buckley's Oscar? by Kevin P. Sullivan

A schedule shift for Warner Bros.' recent bomb may have spared its lead from pulling a Norbit.

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Friday, March 6, 2026

'Fallout,' 'The Boys,' and 'Spider-Noir' lead Prime Video's 2026 Emmy slate by Kevin P. Sullivan

Prime Video's line-up also boasts the latest from Nicole Kidman.

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

What happened to Steven Soderbergh's 'Star Wars' movie " and where the rest currently stand by Kevin P. Sullivan

The Ocean's Eleven director has opened up about his aborted Ben Solo film.

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

Ego Nwodim's plan for Spirit Awards jokes: 'A little baby roast, undercooked' by Kevin P. Sullivan

The SNL album is taking over hosting duties from her former costar Aidy Bryant.

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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Remembering James Van Der Beek: His most iconic roles by Kevin P. Sullivan

The Dawson's Creek actor died Wednesday of cancer at the age of 48.

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Tuesday, February 10, 2026

'Pluribus' and 'Shrinking' lead Apple TV's complete 2026 Emmys slate by Kevin P. Sullivan

Here's how each show will compete during voting later this year.

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Noah Wyle named ICG Publicists' Television Showperson of the Year by Kevin P. Sullivan

The union will fete The Pitt star at March 13 awards luncheon.

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Friday, February 6, 2026

'The Secret Agent,' 'Hamnet,' and Catherine O'Hara: What to stream this weekend (Feb. 6"8) by Kevin P. Sullivan

Our Gold Derby team of experts has the premium picks for entertainment pleasure.

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Sunday, February 1, 2026

Lauryn Hill leads Grammy 'In Memoriam' segment with tributes to D'Angelo and Roberta Flack by Kevin P. Sullivan

Wyclef Jean joins for a roof-raising Fugee reunion on "Killing Me Softly"; while Post Malone headlines a remembrance of Ozzy Osbourne.

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Friday, January 30, 2026

Catherine O'Hara, Emmy winner and comedy legend, dies at 71: Her most celebrated roles by Kevin P. Sullivan

The actress was recently a double Emmy nominee for The Studio and The Last of Us.

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Friday, January 16, 2026
Friday, January 9, 2026

Shaving his head for 'Dead Man's Wire' changed Dacre Montgomery as an actor by Kevin P. Sullivan

Plus, the former Stranger Things star weighs in on the series' conclusion.

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Golden Globes strike exclusive partnership with Polymarket by Kevin P. Sullivan

The prediction marketplace now hosts a news sections exclusively about the upcoming awards.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Joel McHale set to return as host for 2026 Saturn Awards by Kevin P. Sullivan

The 53rd edition of the annual award show will be the fourth consecutive ceremony hosted by the Community and Animal Control star.

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'The Pitt' and 'The Bear' lead DGA TV nominations with two apiece by Kevin P. Sullivan

Severance, The Studio, and The White Lotus were also among those cited.

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026

2026 Actor Awards nominations: How to watch the SAG-AFTRA announcement by Kevin P. Sullivan

Janelle James and Heated Rivalry's Connor Storrie will announce nominees Wednesday morning.

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Monday, January 5, 2026

Jessie Buckley likes making 'Hamnet' audiences sob: 'I'm a cruel bastard' by Kevin P. Sullivan

The star picked up Best Actress at the Critics Choice Awards.

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Sunday, January 4, 2026

'Adolescence' crew may reteam 'a few years down the line' for new project, Stephen Graham says by Kevin P. Sullivan

The cocreator playfully teased a new collaboration after Critics Choice Award win.

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