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Emmy Nominations This Morning: Will Network Shows Make a Comeback with Abbott Elementary, Ghosts, This is Us?

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Emmy Nominations This Morning: Will Network Shows Make a Comeback with Abbott Elementary, Ghosts, This is Us?

Emmy nominations come this morning at 11:30am. We already know that shows like “Succession,” “Stranger Things,” “Hacks,” “Mrs. Maisel” will all be in the mix.

But those are all on cable or streaming services, all “peak TV.” But what about network TV? WWill it make a comeback?

Each of three broadcast networks has a show that could score some noms. ABC has “Abbott Elementary,” NBC has “This is Us,” and CBS has “Ghosts.” All three are ratings hits, very popular, and critically praised. They could all be breakthroughs for network TV which doesn’t get much love anymore from awards groups.

“This is Us” has the most potential because this was the series finale. There should be a lot of sentiment for it.

“Abbott Elementary” is ABC’s gem right now, with Quinta Brunson and Sheryl Lee Ralph looking to score big time.

So hold on. The Emmys could provide some surprises this year. If only traditionally snubbed shows like “Billions” could be included. Now that would be exciting!

Kellyanne Conway’s Book Drops Below 2,400 on Amazon: And That’s All She Wrote

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Kellyanne Conway’s Book Drops Below 2,400 on Amazon: And That’s All She Wrote

Here is likely my last item on Kellyanne Conway’s book, “I Was a Liar for Hire.”

No, it’s called “Here’s the Deal.” And here is the deal. After less than 2 months, Conway’s memoir of covering up Donald Trump’s mess has dropped below number 2,400 on amazon. It’s officially dead.

How this book made it to number 1 on the NY Times best seller list is a mystery. It never had a hot week, and it dropped almost instantly upon publication. Books by Trump’s crime family do not sell. Conway thought she could con everyone, but it didn’t work.

So we wave farewell to Kellyanne. It was fun while it lasted. People who be embarrassed for having her on their programs include CNN’s Michael Smerconish and HBO’s Bill Maher.

Broadway: I TOLD YOU on June 16th: Lea Michele Will Play Fanny Brice in “Funny Girl,” Tovah Feldshuh Is Her Mother

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Broadway: I TOLD YOU on June 16th: Lea Michele Will Play Fanny Brice in “Funny Girl,” Tovah Feldshuh Is Her Mother

I told you on June 16th and today it was announced: Lea Michele will play Fanny Brice in “Funny Girl” on Broadway. Tovah Feldshuh will play her mother.

This is perfect casting. And I told you exclusively about Lea Michele.

They replace Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch, who were a mismatched casting from the start.

Lea Michele has always wanted to play the role and even sang “Don’t Rain On My Parade” on the 64th Tony Awards. If this doesn’t jolt ticket sales, nothing will.

Lea and Tovah start September 6th. Beanie leaves July 31st. Popular standby Julie Benko gets the whole month of August. Everyone who sees her loves her!

Broadway: Beanie Feldstein Leaving “Funny Girl” Eight Weeks Early, Lea Michele Likely Successor (Exclusive)

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Broadway: Beanie Feldstein Leaving “Funny Girl” Eight Weeks Early, Lea Michele Likely Successor (Exclusive)

Beanie Feldstein says she’s leaving “Funny Girl” on Juy 31st. She missed the Saturday matinee and has skipped a lot of other performances since the show opened in April.

“Funny Girl” says that they’ll announce her replacement tomorrow, Monday. at 1pm. I told you weeks ago that Lea Michele of “Glee” fame is her likely successor.

Other cast members may be changing as well. Jane Lynch is likely to go with Beanie rather than wait til the late September date already announced.

Beanie’s announcement is below. I feel bad. Beanie is a talented actor with a great voice. I think she got a raw deal on Broadway from people who wanted Barbra Streisand and got a young Totie Fields.

Beanie will survive. Now we wait and see if Lea Michele got the part as I was told. If not, there’s not much we can say.

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It’s Hammer Time! “Thor Love and Thunder” Opening Weekend Is Best Debut in Series

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It’s Hammer Time! “Thor Love and Thunder” Opening Weekend Is Best Debut in Series

It’s indeed Hammer time, and I don’t mean Armie Hammer, who is not working selling time shares in the Cayman Islands. (Congrats to TMZ for getting duped.)

No, I do mean “Thor Love and Thunder.” The fourth installment in the Marvel series had its best ever opening weekend– $143 million. That’s about $14 million more than the last one, “Ragnarok.”

All around the world, including the US. “Love and Thunder” has $300 million under its belt already. This will go on and on for a while as Marvel rakes in the bucks, Disney does a dance, and Easter eggs are discussed and examined.

Yes. I find it tiresome. Most adults do. Blockbuster after blockbuster isn’t that interesting when the movies are not memorable except to comic book aficionados. Nothing expressed in these movies will mean anything in years to come. But for now, it means solid stock prices and Maybachs for everyone involved!

Cheerio!

PS Maybe Disney will make “Black Swan II” for Natalie Portman as a thank you.

Tom Cruise, Who’s Rarely Had a $100 Mil Movie, Hits $600 Mil on Monday with “Top Gun Maverick”

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Tom Cruise, Who’s Rarely Had a $100 Mil Movie, Hits $600 Mil on Monday with “Top Gun Maverick”

“Top Gun Maverick” is poised to cross the $600 million mark in US box office tomorrow, Monday. Today it stands at $600 million.

For Tom Cruise, this is the cherry on top of the sundae. “Maverick” already has over $1 billion in sales counting international box office.

Cruise is not a regular player at the $100 million table. Over the years his non “Mission Impossible” movies have fallen shot, with only “Edge of Tomorrow” — kept in theaters forever — just making the mark.

Otherwise, a string of movies like “Oblivion” and two “Jack Reacher” chapters couldn’t do it. Neither could “American Made,” a good movie that was thrown away, or “The Mummy.”

But “Maverick” hit the zeitgeist. It was nostalgia delivered at the right moment, when audiences were depressed and nervous about COVID, the economy, and worried about a madman running for office again.

And now Cruise is set up for two “Mission Impossible” movies coming next summer and the summer after that. They will each be blockbusters. Cruise’s legacy as a movie star is cemented. The real life stuff? Scientology? The strange situation with Suri, his 16 year old daughter? All of that lingers and is not going away. But for the moment, Cruise is top gun at the box office.

PS A “Top Gun 3”? You can bet the house on it.

Oprah’s Dad, Vernon Winfrey, Passes Away After Family Gives Him Grand Send Off

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Oprah’s Dad, Vernon Winfrey, Passes Away After Family Gives Him Grand Send Off

Condolences to Oprah Winfrey. She reports on Instagram that her dad, Vernon, has passed away at age 88. On July 4th Oprah organized a grand send off for her dad with all his friends and family. It’s sort of a neat idea, a kind of pre-memorial that he could enjoy. Oprah says in the video that he thought it was for July 4th. Sweet.
PS Oprah looks very well in the video. Good for her! So sorry for her loss.

Broadway: Beanie Feldstein Out Again for “Funny Girl” Matinee Today, New Stand By In

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Broadway: Beanie Feldstein Out Again for “Funny Girl” Matinee Today, New Stand By In

Ephie Aardema is getting her big break today at 2pm. She’s in for Beanie Feldstein as Fanny Brice in “Funny Girl” on Broadway.

Aardema ordinarily wouldn’t have this chance, but as dumb luck would have it, Beanie’s regular stand by, the popular Julie Benko, has COVID. She’s out til Tuesday.

Beanie misses a lot of shows. I love her, but she’s had the spottiest record on Broadway in some seasons. She should have been nominated for a Tony Award. Instead when she leaves in September she’ll have an award for most absences.

As I reported a couple of weeks ago, insiders at “Funny Girl” say “Glee” star Lea Michele is coming to replace Beanie.

We’re still waiting for announcement. Don’t rain on our parade!

“Thor Love and Thunder” Thunders to $40 Mil Friday, $69.5 Mil Opening Night

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“Thor Love and Thunder” Thunders to $40 Mil Friday, $69.5 Mil Opening Night

The hammer has been swung.

Tongue in cheek “Thor Love and Thunder” is, of course, a massive Marvel hit.

Friday night box office was $40 million. Adding in Thursday previews, Marvel has $69.5 million to start the weekend.

They’re heading to a $150 million weekend. Or more. The gods only know.

On Twitter there’s debate if the movie is good or bad or whatever. But we’re well beyond all that now. All that matters is that the merchandise is selling, the drinks are cold, and the popcorn has butter.

All the other big movies did well last night– “Elvis,” “Minions.” “Jurassic World 6.” Considered a failure, “Lightyear” made it to $110 million.

Carlos Santana Recuperation Continues, Famed Guitarists Cancels Six More Shows

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Carlos Santana Recuperation Continues, Famed Guitarists Cancels Six More Shows

The great Carlos Santana is taking his recuperation seriously.

Since passing out from heat exhaustion and dehydration at Pine Knob in Michigan, Santana is taking a well deserved break from touring. He’s cancelled six more shows while he gets back to his perfect self.

The cancellations also affect Earth Wind & Fire, who are on tour with Santana on some dates. The EWF shows without Santana will continue.

Santana’s manager, Michael Vronis, says in a statement:

“I regret to inform you that the Santana band has postponed tonight’s show at Ruoff Music CenterNoblesville, Indiana. And, we are postponing the July 9 show at Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio; July 10 at American Family Insurance Amphitheater – Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; July 12 at Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion in Rogers, Arkansas; July 15 at Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas, Texas; July 16 at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Woodlands, Texas. Doctors have recommended that Mr. Santana gets rest to recuperate fully.”

All shows as planned beginning July 23rd of this month in Paso Robles, CA through the end of 2022 are still confirmed and will be performed as scheduled. The tour schedule can be found at: https://tour.santana.com/

“Carlos is doing well and is anxious to be back on stage soon. He just needs rest,” Vrionis went on to say. “Santana profoundly regrets that these postponements of his upcoming performances; but, his health is our number one concern. He is looking forward to seeing all of his fans very soon.”

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