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Catch Up With the Cast of ‘SEAL Team’ Since the Show Ended Last Year
SEAL TEAM, from left: Jessica Pare, AJ Buckley, David Boreanaz, Neil Brown Jr., Toni Trucks, Max Thieriot,(Season 1, 2017). photo: Eric Ray Davidson / ©CBS / courtesy Everett Collection Eric Ray Davidson Eric Ray Davidson / ©CBS / courtesy Everett Collection The Navy SEALs will do whatever it takes to get the job done and that is no exception for the members of SEAL Team.
Beginner Triathlon: Everything to Know to Get Started in Tri
Between ages 6 and 13, it can be hard to find triathlon equipment, competitive races, and like-minded kids to train with - but that's changing. Youth coach (and tri dad) Eric Davidson lays out a guide for parents of young triathletes looking to make the most of this fast-growing segment of multisport.
Eric Davidson, Author at Triathlete
Between ages 6 and 13, it can be hard to find triathlon equipment, competitive races, and like-minded kids to train with - but that's changing. Youth coach (and tri dad) Eric Davidson lays out a guide for parents of young triathletes looking to make the most of this fast-growing segment of multisport.
Next Week in Music | Feb. 28 - March 6 • New Books
Dylan and the Dead, gunk punk and drama trauma, turntables and tropes, riddim and roadtrips — welcome to the music books of your immediate future.
Eddie Murphy is still stung by one iconic movie role he passed on
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy While Eddie Murphy long ago cemented himself as an all-time comedy star, on stage, TV, and in films, in the last 20 years or so, he’s also made some poorly received choices. For every “Beverly Hills Cop,” “48 Hours,” and “Shrek,” there’s been an “Adventures of Pluto Nash” or “Norbit” to dent his comedy reputation. And don’t think he wasn’t aware. As he admitted in an episode of “WTF with Marc Maron” podcast: “I was making s****y movies.
New 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' trailer explodes with action, doom, and lots of villains
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy After hints, rumors, and a poster that has been dissected more than that ninth grade fetal pig, the full, official trailer for “Spider-Man: No Way Home” has finally arrived, and it’s as crashingly epic as fans would have hoped.
Nicole Kidman says it was her 'obsession to get it absolutely accurate' for upcoming Lucille Ball biopic
(L-R) Aaron Sorkin, Nicole Kidman Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy As is often the case when a new biopic of a beloved star is announced, Nicole Kidman got a lot of flack for being chosen to play comedy legend Lucille Ball in the upcoming film, “Being the Ricardos.” Fans always want a person for the role who looks and sounds exactly like the legend, forgetting that, one, that’s generally impossible; and two, that person might need to be a really good actor.
Dwayne Johnson confirms his unusual workout hack that keeps him ‘training like a beast’
One of the things fans love about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is that, unlike most impossibly ripped blockbuster action movie stars with intense routines, he’s a really relatable guy. The Rock’s not afraid to look a little goofy in comedic situations in his movies, and in interviews and his constant social media posts, he alway has a sense of humor about things. Today, the "Jungle Cruise" star's funny self-awareness story goes to extremes.
Dwayne Johnson confirms his unusual workout hack
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 2 hours ago One of the things fans love about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is that, unlike most impossibly ripped blockbuster action movie stars with intense routines, he’s a really relatable guy. The Rock’s not afraid to look a little goofy in comedic situations in his movies, and in interviews and his constant social media posts, he alway has a sense of humor about things.
Would Kirsten Dunst consider returning to the 'Spider-Man' franchise?
Fans of the Spider-verse have recently enjoyed debating ways that Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield might somehow be part of the upcoming Spider-Man epic, “No Way Home.” Now Kirsten Dunst has chimed in with another “who knows” for Spidey fanatics. Dunst -- who starred as Peter Parker’s love interest, Mary Jane Watson -- hasn’t been seen in a Spider-Man film in 14 years.
Benedict Cumberbatch took up smoking, but not bathing, for new 1920s-set western
(L-R) Kirsten Dunst, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jane Campion Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 11 hours ago This week has unsuspectedly brought out some warnings from Hollywood A-listers about the potential dangers of Method Acting -- an acting style that requires the actor to remain deep in character during the entire production, on and off set.
Pete Davidson teases fans wondering about the dating Kim Kardashian rumors
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Remember not that long ago when we thought Pete Davidson might leave "Saturday Night Live," and he started removing all his tattoos, and it looked like he might just settle into a relatively quiet indie film career? Then the word “Kardashian” came into his life. While we’re certainly glad he’s back at "SNL" stirring up comedy gold, some have been a bit surprised at seeing Davidson hanging around with the recently divorced Kim Kardashian.
These are some of the hottest toys this holiday season
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Tis the season to start making holiday gift lists. Looking for some gift-giving inspiration this holiday season? For years, parents have looked to Good Housekeeping to clue them into the best, most popular, and safest toys to consider once your kids starts tugging at your pant leg with their urgent demands. Good Housekeeping just announced their Best Toy Awards of 2021.
Kristen Stewart makes Princess Diana more real in surreal new film 'Spencer'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 5 hours ago With the new Princess Diana biopic, “Spencer,” one might’ve thought Kristen Stewart was leaving the supernatural far behind with the “Twilight” series. Instead the sometimes eerie, surreal style of “Spencer” plays right into Stewarts’ preternatural ability to delve into the supernatural mood of things.
'Sex and the City' alum Kim Cattrall to narrate 'How I Met Your Father'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy After playing a pregnant, doomed movie star in "The Haunting of Sharon Tate" in 2019, Hilary Duff is back to more familiar breezy comedy territory. She will star as the lead, Sophie, in “How I Met Your Father,” the “How I Met Your Mother” spinoff coming from Hulu. But wide acting range can only take you so far.
Ray Liotta once received a horse's head in the mail from the Sinatra family
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy In a scene straight out of the kind of mobster movie he might star in, actor Ray Liotta once had a horse’s head delivered to him. While having an otherwise genial chat with Jay Leno on his car talk show on CNBC, “Jay Leno’s Garage,” Liotta brought up the odd tale, er, head.
'SNL' alum Dan Aykroyd on cancel culture debate: 'You don’t have to go pulling any divisive cards to get a laugh'
Photo credit Frazer Harrison/Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Cancel culture has become quite the hot pop culture topic over the last couple years, most recently fired up famously and furiously with the debate over some controversial comments in Dave Chappelle’s newest comedy special.
'Super Mario 2' game from 1988 sold at auction for $88k
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy These are the kind of stories young collectors can shove in their parents’ faces when they tell them to “throw all that junk away.” According to CNN, a sealed “Super Mario Bros. 2” video game from 1988, found at the back of a closet in Indiana, has sold for more than $88,000, an auction house handling the sale, Harritt Group, Inc., confirmed.
Bette Midler acted as florist for her daughter’s DIY wedding
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Bette Midler’s daughter, Sophie Von Haselberg, has opened up about her surprise wedding last year, sharing that her famous mother played a key role in the lead-up to the big day. The 34-year old actress, and dead ringer for her mother, told Today that "we really had not been planning on getting married.” And hence, the wedding was a simple, scaled-back, DIY affair.
'Harold & Kumar' star Kal Penn reveals in new book he's engaged to 11-year partner
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Kal Penn, hilarious star of the "Harold & Kumar" films, has just revealed he is engaged to be married to his partner of 11 years, Josh. He did so via his upcoming biography, You Can’t Be Serious. He recently gave a little more insight into the relationship and the book to People. "I've always been very public with everybody I've personally interacted with,” said Penn.
Drew Barrymore reunites with ex-husband Tom Green
Tom Green and Drew Barrymore in 2000 Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 7 hours ago Drew Barrymore and ex-husband Tom Green reunited in person for the first time in two decades. After meeting on the set of “Charlie’s Angels” in 2000, the couple’s subsequent marriage was classic Hollywood in its brevity lasting from 2001-2002.
2021 People's Choice Awards nominations: See the full list of nominees
The 2021 People's Choice Awards nominees are finally here! The award show, as the name implies, honors and celebrates entertainment options that have been voted on by the people. This year the categories are flush with well-known TV shows and blockbuster films. For TV, “This Is Us” leads nominees with six nominations; and “Law & Order: SVU” nabbed four. “Squid Game, with its 111,000,000 views and counting, got a nomination in the category of -- you guessed it -- Bingeworthy Show.
Anderson Cooper created an online alter ego named 'Monica' to help sell art for his socialite mom
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy No, Anderson Cooper was not catfishing. As People reported, the 54-year-old CNN anchor revealed during a recent appearance on “Late Night with Seth Meyers” that he moonlighted as his mom Gloria Vanderbilt's personal assistant for years before she died in 2019. Yes, this story sounds like one of those eccentric tales that come out of ultra-rich family biographies.
Alyssa Milano opens up on feud with 'Charmed' costar Shannen Doherty: 'We are cordial'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Alyssa Milano is reflecting on her longstanding feud with Shannen Doherty. In the late '90s, the two actresses starred alongside Holly Marie Combs on "Charmed," the beloved WB network drama about three sisters who discover they are witches. Despite the show's success, there were rumors of backstage tension between Milano and Doherty. By end of season three, Doherty left the series and cited "too much drama on the set" as a factor.
Pixar debuts ‘Lightyear’ trailer with Chris Evans
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Here’s an early holiday gift from Pixar and Disney. On Wednessay, the premiere of the trailer for “Lightyear” -- the hotly anticipated and fairly secretive so far origin story of one of Pixar’s best creations from the beloved "Toy Story" film franchise was released.
Bindi Irwin shares ridiculously cute photos with 7-month-old daughter: 'My beautiful angel'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy It was the baby’s party, but mom was getting the gifts. Bindi Irwin, 24, celebrated her daughter Grace Warrior’s 7-month mark on Monday by posting cute pics of the new mom getting kisses from her bundle of joy. One of the shots is of the two making a fun wide-eyed face at the camera. But the rest are chock full of lovable baby smooches.
Robert Downey Jr. cried when he found out Iron Man's final storyline in 'Avengers: Endgame'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy an hour ago Let’s hope there’s no rust on Iron Man’s suit. In a new book, "The Story of Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe," directors Joe and Anthony Russo talk about the time they finally pitched the closing plotline for Iron Man/Tony Stark in “Avengers: Endgame” to franchise star Robert Downey Jr., reported Insider. While Downey declared the idea “awesome,” he nonetheless started to cry.
PHOTOS: Angelina Jolie stuns in black leather dress at 'Eternals' event in Italy
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 5 hours ago It takes a lot to stand out at an Italian film premiere, but leave it to Angelina Jolie to turn heads. The land of slick clothes and suave stars were all stopped in their tracks after the actress appeared at a photocall at Rome's Hotel De La Ville on Monday, just hours after the “Eternals” premiered in the city. A photocall is basically another promotional event for industry professionals.
Blake Lively calls out Instagram page for sharing photos of her children: 'This is so disturbing'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Do not mess with Blake Lively's kids. Recently the Hollywood Star Kids Instagram account posted a photo of Lively, her husband, Ryan Reynolds, and their three kids -- James, 6, Inez, 4, and Betty, 21 months. E! reports that Lively immediately jumped on the post, noting: "This is so disturbing." She continued: "I've personally shared with you that these men stalk and harass my children. And you are still posting. You said you would stop.
THE RUBINOOS HAD FUN, FUN, FUN: AN INTERVIEW WITH JON RUBIN
Rubinoos courtesy of Jon Rubin The Berkeley-based Rubinoos were playing rock ‘n’ roll with pop hooks and vocal harmonies long before the record companies lumped them into the “power pop” genre. As early as 1970, teens Jon Rubin and Tommy Dunbar were plotting their musical course, launched by a minor hit cover of “I Think We’re Alone Now” and went on to record two classic albums.
Jamie Foxx, 53, says he's not the 'cookiecutter' type, has no plans to get married
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, AUDACY In addition to the usual autumnal holidays, it’s celebrity bio book season too. And at 53, actor Jamie Foxx must’ve figured it’s a good time as any to write his. Titled "Act Like You Got Some Sense: And Other Things My Daughters Taught Me," it’s out on Grand Central Publishing. The title would seem to imply Foxx is quite the family man, if an unmarried family man.
Original Wonder Woman Lynda Carter confirms return in 'Wonder Woman 3'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, AUDACY 2 hours ago Just when you thought Michael Keaton reprising Batman was cool, more nostalgic news is making its way out of the DC FanDome event over the weekend. After official word came that Michael Keaton will once again portray Batman in the upcoming “The Flash” movie, TV’s original Wonder Woman, Lynda Carter, showed up at the virtual conference to confirm that she will once again appear in the upcoming "Wonder Woman" movie.
'The Flash' teases the multiverse and Michael Keaton's Batman in new trailer at DC FanDome
Getty Images By Eric Davidson, AUDACY The fastest man alive is taking fans on a nostalgic trip. While The Flash has his his own show on "The CW" and has appeared on as a central character in two of the “Justice League” movies, he is finally getting his own standalone film. Actor Ezra Miller gave fans the first glimpse at the upcoming adaptation directed by "IT's" Andy muschiett during Saturday's DC Fandome virtual fan event.
Lego pledges to remove gender bias, harmful stereotypes from product line
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 7 hours ago In a move that’s becoming more common in our enlightened times, Lego brand has made a pledge to remove gender bias from its product line. The company commissioned a study that found that girls are hindered by "unequal and restrictive" attitudes towards creativity and play, according to CNN.
Ron and Clint Howard open up on stress of child stardom in new dual biography
Ron Howard (L) / Clint Howard (R) Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 2 hours ago It’s hard enough for any child star to make it through the Hollywood machine unscathed. Somehow the Howard family got two kids through, and both proceeded onto successful adult careers. Now Ron and Clint Howard are explaining how they did it with their new book, "The Boys: A Memoir of Hollywood and Family,” a unique Hollywood memoir told by two brothers.
Why Jennifer Aniston turned down the lead in a classic 2001 rom-com
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Most have usually thought of “Friends” as a sitcom. But Jennifer Aniston seems to have a wider view of the TV favorite. According to director Peter Chelsom, who directed the beloved 2001 romantic comedy, “Serendipity,” Aniston turned down the lead role in the film, noting: "I do a romantic comedy once a week." While Aniston made the respectful choice to at least show up to the auditions, Chelsom could tell right away that she wasn't into it.
4-year-old girl runs towards 'Halloween' killer Michael Myers in hilarious viral video
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy 2 hours ago Ah, the carefree mind of a child. While most of us have developed a deep fear of the image of Michael Myers - the infamous villain of the “Halloween” film franchise - 4-year-old Aria Alvarado, from West Covina, CA, must’ve seen a different movie because she loves him. And a video of her exclaiming as much has gone viral, with Today reporting that it has over 3 million views already.
Tim Gunn pens love letter to Heidi Klum
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Fashion maven Tim Gunn is pretty excited about the new season of “Making the Cut.” But he’s even more over the moon about his co-host, Heidi Klum. And if you doubt it, check out the love letter he posted today to his longtime friend, model, and co-host of “America’s Got Talent.” The two originally met on the set of “Project Runway” nearly 20 years ago, and have remained fast friends since, often seen out and about like any other famous couple.
'Sopranos' stars claim HBO paid James Gandolfini $3 million to not join 'The Office'
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy HBO made James Gandolfini an offer he couldn’t refuse.
'RHONY' fans marvel at Sonja Morgan drinking wine through her face mask
Sonja Morgan in 2019 Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Maybe she was prematurely celebrating Bastille Day? Listen to your favorite music now on Audacy Last night’s episode of “Real Housewives of New York” offered up a clip that, for a show that routinely offers up crazy viral clips, might become one of its most iconic. It’s definitely one of the drunkest. In the clip, housewife Sonja Morgan, 57, chugged down an entire glass of red wine through her face mask.
Are Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling's kids budding directors? See the creative video they shot starring their mom
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy We can assume Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes’ children will be cute, but now they’re showing they might be budding directors too. Listen to your favorite music now on Audacy Yesterday, as E! Online reports, Mendes posted a quick clip to her Instagram. In it, the lovely Mendes walks around in three colorful patterned summer dresses, sporting a different bag with each ensemble, and all soundtracked with a plucky synth track.
J.B. Smoove signed up to swim with actual sharks after thinking he was on board for 'Shark Tank'
J.B. Smoove, the huge “Shark Tank” fan that he is, got a surprise when he signed up to appear on the show. Or rather - didn’t. When Smoove got a call from his agent that he could get a spot on a Shark Week episode, it seems Smoove got so excited he didn’t let that second word sink in and thought he signed up for the ABC entrepreneurial game show, not a terrifying dive with actual sharks.
Hawk eating snake blocks Dwayne Johnson's path to the gym: 'It's either my workout or his snake'
Photo credit Getty Images It's beast mode at the Johnson household. There’s a reason Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is the most popular man on Instagram. And it ain’t just his muscles. Listen to your favorite music now on Audacy The affable man-mountain always slips humor and self-effacement into his posts. Johnson shared a new video on Sunday explaining that he might have to get into a fight with a big hawk so he can get to the gym. No, this is not the opening scene of a new Rock blockbuster.
Man pays thousands of dollars to get thief who stole his dog into rehab
In mid-June, Brayden Morton, a dog lover from Cranbrook, British Columbia, was working in his home office. He heard a commotion outside, and by the time he got downstairs, he saw a trunk speeding away, and his beloved 3-year-old Chinese Shar-Pei -- who had been lounging on the deck -- nowhere in sight. “It honestly felt like my world had just come crashing down on me,” Morton said.
56-year-old woman discovers she was adopted from a baby-selling ring
Photo credit Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy Like many adopted children, 56-year-old federal law enforcement officer, Jane Blasio, had spent decades searching for her birth parents. But what she found was a very dark turn away from the usual dead-ends or emotional hug-filled reunions. In 1971, when she was six years old, Blasio’s parents asked her to come into their Akron, Ohio home, and told her and her sister, 11, that they were adopted.
Rising star, actor Daniel Mickelson, dies at 23
Daniel Mickelson in 2019 Photo credit Imagn By Eric Davidson, Audacy Daniel Mickelson, an actor and the brother of model Meredith Mickelson, passed away over the July 4th holiday weekend. He was 23 years old. His sister relayed the sad news in an Instagram post on Monday. Underneath a beautiful photo of the two as laughing little kids on a beach, Meredith wrote the caption: “my heart is shattered & to write this feels so wrong and i don’t even know what to say.
Heidi Klum used to renew her vows annually
Photo credit Amy Sussman/Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy One person’s vow renewal ceremony is another’s circus. That seems to be the story with exes Heidi Klum and Seal. In a recent interview with the Sunday Times, Klum said that during their time together, Klum set up a vow renewal ceremony every year in an attempt to keep the romantic fires burning. “I think I got married eight times to Seal. I thought it would be kind of, like, fun,” said Klum. “I thought it would be a fest of love.
Pete Davidson reveals when his full-body tattoo removal will be complete
Photo credit Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images By Eric Davidson, Audacy We’ll believe this when we see it. Pete Davidson, 27, is in the process of having all his tattoos removed. And he tells PeopleTV today that the plan is to have them all off by the time he’s 30. If you’ve seen Pete Davidson, and know anything about the arduous process of tattoo removal, this seems a very rosy prediction. Given his previous comments about the decision to ice his ink, Davidson is very serious.
Disney removes gender references from park greetings
Photo credit Getty Images Goodbye to old Disney greetings. In an attempt to be more inclusive, Disney Parks has removed the mention of “ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls,” from their automated greeting announcements during all day and nighttime events. As Good Morning America reports, it’s just one way the company has been attempting to be more mindful of all its guests that come through its gates.
Harrison Ford’s iconic ‘Indiana Jones’ fedora sells for $300k at auction
Harrison Ford Photo credit Getty Images Makes you wonder how much they’ll get for the Ark of the Covenant. Capitalizing on all the excitement about the upcoming fifth Indana Jones movie, Prop Store Auction in L.A. put the famous fedora from “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” up for auction on Tuesday. The winning bidder was not identified, but whoever it was ended up coughing up $300,000 for the hat.
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