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Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Known For 'The World According To Garp,' Broadway Shows Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Known For 'The World According To Garp,' Broadway Shows
Acclaimed Actress Mary Beth Hurt Dies: Known For 'The World According To Garp,' Broadway Shows Actress Mary Beth Hurt, known for her distinguished work on stage and screen, has died. Hurt passed away on Saturday, March 28, at an assisted living facility in Jersey City, New Jersey, following a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 79.  Her death was confirmed by her husband, writer-director Paul Schrader, and their daughter, Molly Schrader, on social media, where they expressed comfort that she is "no longer suffering and reunited with her sisters in peace." Born Mary Beth Supinger in Marshalltown, Iowa, Hurt rose to prominence…
Paramount Pulls Plug On Dexter: Original Sin Paramount Pulls Plug On Dexter: Original Sin
Paramount Pulls Plug On Dexter: Original Sin Dexter: Original Sin just lost its second act, but the franchise’s pulse beats on.  Paramount is shifting its focus to Dexter: Resurrection, bringing Michael C. Hall’s antihero back to center stage. On Friday, Aug. 22, Paramount opted not to proceed with season two of Dexter: Original Sin after announcing a renewal in April.  The Hollywood Reporter says the 1991-set prequel had been idle since its first season wrapped, with no production start ever scheduled. Original Sin featured Patrick Gibson as a college-age Dexter and Christian Slater as Harry, mapping the code that turned …
‘Squid Game’ Final Season Trailer Drops: Gi-Hun Prepares For One Last Bloody Battle ‘Squid Game’ Final Season Trailer Drops: Gi-Hun Prepares For One Last Bloody Battle
‘Squid Game’ Final Season Trailer Drops: Gi-Hun Prepares For One Last Bloody Battle All good games must come to an end.  Netflix just dropped the official trailer for the third and final season of "Squid Game," and it’s more ruthless, twisted, and high-stakes than ever — with a premiere date locked for Friday, June 27. Debuting during Netflix’s Tudum 2025: The Live Event, the explosive trailer teases a brutal, no-holds-barred finale where Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) must face not only deadly new games, but the ghosts of a failed rebellion, dead allies, and a growing sense of despair.  And yes — Young-hee, the terrifying Red Light, Green Light doll, is back. “He is in…
M*A*S*H Star Loretta Swit Dies; Played Colorful Character 'Hot Lips' Houlihan M*A*S*H Star Loretta Swit Dies; Played Colorful Character 'Hot Lips' Houlihan
M*A*S*H Star Loretta Swit Dies; Played Colorful Character 'Hot Lips' Houlihan Loretta Swit, who starred on one of the most popular shows in television history, has died. Swit, who played the charming and colorful head nurse Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the CBS smash hit M*A*S*H, was age 87 and resided in New York City, where she died early Friday afternoon, May 30. She was a native of Passaic, New Jersey. A cause of death has not been announced. After performing in theatrical productions, including on Broadway, Swit moved to Hollywood in 1969 and appeared on several successful TV series, including Hawaii Five-O, Gunsmoke, Mission: Impossible, and Mannix. H…
Netflix’s New Thriller ‘Sirens’ Stars Longmeadow Native Meghann Fahy, CT's Kevin Bacon Netflix’s New Thriller ‘Sirens’ Stars Longmeadow Native Meghann Fahy, CT's Kevin Bacon
Netflix’s New Thriller ‘Sirens’ Stars Longmeadow Native Meghann Fahy, CT's Kevin Bacon Netflix’s new limited series "Sirens" has arrived, bringing with it a glittering surface of wealth and beauty — and a sharp undercurrent of mystery that’s already making waves with local fans of smart, dramatic thrillers. The dark comedy centers on two fictional sisters, Devon and Simone DeWitt, played by Longmeadow, Massachusetts-native Meghann Fahy ("The White Lotus") and Milly Alcock ("House of the Dragon"). Their tense reunion at a lavish seaside estate sets the stage for a weekend filled with secrets, control, and class conflict, according to Tudum. Glenn Howerton of "Always Sun…
Weeknd/Jenna Ortega Film DOA As 'Final Destination' Predicted To Top Box Office Weeknd/Jenna Ortega Film DOA As 'Final Destination' Predicted To Top Box Office
Weeknd/Jenna Ortega Film DOA As 'Final Destination' Predicted To Top Box Office Its “Final Destination” appears to be #1 at the box office. “Final Destination: Bloodlines”, the 6th film in the horror franchise, is predicted to top the box office this weekend, earning $35 to $40 million, Deadline reported. This is the first “Final Destination” movie in 15 years. In “Bloodlines,” a college student who inherits her grandmother's sudden premonition about death, tries to save her entire family after they start dying one by one, according to a synopsis. The “Final Destination” franchise has won plaudits from audience for its unique Rube Goldberg death scenes. Critics are …
Netflix Cancels 4 Shows: Here's Rundown Netflix Cancels 4 Shows: Here's Rundown
Netflix Cancels 4 Shows: Here's Rundown Four Netflix shows have hit the end of the road. Here's a rundown: The Empress, a German historical drama, and The Sandman, an American fantasy drama based on the DC comic book, are ending after their current seasons, according to DirectTV Insider. Territory, an Australian neowestern, and The Recruit, an American spy adventure series, will not be renewed for another season. Related story - Show Popular White Lotus Star Created For Hulu Gets Canceled Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ The Rookie,’ 9-1-1,’ Among Five Shows Renewed by ABC ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ The Rookie,’ 9-1-1,’ Among Five Shows Renewed by ABC
‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ The Rookie,’ 9-1-1,’ Among Five Shows Renewed by ABC It’s good news if you’re a fan of several shows on ABC. The network announced on Thursday, April 3, it had renewed “Grey’s Anatomy,” “The Rookie,” “9-1-1,” “Shifting Gears” and “Will Trent” for another season. “Grey’s Anatomy,” the longest running medical drama in history, will be returning for a 22nd season. All cast members are expected to be back with Ellen Pompeo continuing as narrator and making occasional appearances as Meredith Grey, Deadline reported. “The Rookie,” staring Nathan Fillion will be coming back for its 8th season. The drama is about the Los Angeles Police Department’s …
Hugh Jackman Thrills Young Fan During Movie Filming In Matawan Hugh Jackman Thrills Young Fan During Movie Filming In Matawan
Hugh Jackman Thrills Young Fan During Movie Filming In Matawan Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson are reportedly in New Jersey filming a movie about Neil Diamond tribute singer. The "Wolverine" star took a break from filming on Thursday, Oct. 24 to mingle with fans in Matawan. Among them 13-year-old Olivia. Olivia was just 8 years old when her mom Jaimee took her to see Jackman on tour after starring in "The Greatest Showman."  Olivia brought the shirt she bought at the world tour with her as she waited for a chance to meet Jackman alongside her BFF at the Stillwell Garage, an auto repair shop on Jackson Street. After about an hour, the actor emerged…
Broadway's 'Romeo + Juliet' Starring Clifton's Rachel Zegler Sells Out Broadway's 'Romeo + Juliet' Starring Clifton's Rachel Zegler Sells Out
Broadway's 'Romeo + Juliet' Starring Clifton's Rachel Zegler Sells Out This New Jersey girl is selling out Broadway. Clifton native Rachel Zegler, 23, stars alongside Kit Connor in Sam Gold's adaptation of the Shakespeare classic in its debut on "Broadway." The first seven of previews were sold out with standing room only, Deadline reports. The show's description on the Broadway website reads: Left to their own devices in their parents' world of violent ends, an impulsive pair of star-crossed lovers hurtle towards their inescapable fate. The intoxicating high of passion quickly descends into a brutal chaos that can only end one way. The show runs at …
'Bohemian' Types Sought For Indie Film Shooting In Area 'Bohemian' Types Sought For Indie Film Shooting In Area
'Bohemian' Types Sought For Indie Film Shooting In Area Do you live off the beaten path? Have you ever looked at a park bench and thought, "You know, I could sleep there?"  An independent film is looking for a "bohemian" type to be a lead actor in an independent drama shooting this spring and summer in the New York City area, according to a listing at Backstage. The desired actor is a man, age 26 to 38, who is a "little rough around the edges. Think artist or musician, may have spent a night or two on a park bench," according to the listing. A headshot/photo and video reel is required and all ethnicities are welcome, according to the …
Plainfield Native Wins Pulitzer Prize For Drama Plainfield Native Wins Pulitzer Prize For Drama
Plainfield Native Wins Pulitzer Prize For Drama Jackie Sibblies Drury has won the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the prize committee announced Monday.  Drury's play, "Fairview," is a "hard-hitting drama that examines race in a highly conceptual, layered structure, ultimately bringing audiences into the actors’ community to face deep-seated prejudices," the committee said.  Fairview, which was staged in New York last year and will have a return engagement in June, has also been described as a play that made one reviewer "the most uncomfortable I've ever been inside a theater. In a good way."  Drury grew up in Plainfield an…
'Jersey Shore' Is (Almost) Back: What The Trailer Reveals About New Season 'Jersey Shore' Is (Almost) Back: What The Trailer Reveals About New Season
'Jersey Shore' Is (Almost) Back: What The Trailer Reveals About New Season Yeah, buddy! The gang is back for the Jersey Shore Family Vacation on MTV. The show was filmed in South Beach, Miami and returns April 5 at 8 p.m. The trailer aired Thursday evening, revealing some of the plotlines. Here's what we know: Ronnie Ortiz-Magro is going to be a dad. Jenni "JWoww" Farley (mom of three) says she never lets loose -- but she will now.  DJ Paulie D promises the crew is going harder than ever before. Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino faces prison time and Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi says he's literally not going to survive. The crew goes wedd…