Category Archives: Entertainment News – ABC Audio
Paul Mescal says he'll work less before Beatles biopics: 'People will get a break from me'
Paul Mescal attends the photocall for the 'Hamnet' Photography Exhibition at Tristan Hoare Gallery on Dec. 16, 2025, in London, England. (Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)Paul Mescal is looking forward to tak...
Jan 02, 2026
Will Smith sued by former tour member for wrongful termination, sexual harassment
Will Smith performs live onstage during the 'Based On A True Story' Summer Tour at Festhalle Frankfurt on July 18, 2025, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Andreas Rentz/Getty ImagesA former violinist and...
Jan 02, 2026
Get your first look at Sabrina Carpenter & Seth Rogen in 'The Muppet Show'
'The Muppet Show' (Disney+)It's time to get things started on the return of the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, Muppetational TV show ever.In celebration of the 50th anniversary of its...
Jan 02, 2026
Weekend Watchlist: What's new in theaters, on streaming
Ready, set, binge! Here's a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend:NetflixStranger Things: The series finale of the beloved sci-fi series wi...
Jan 02, 2026
The most-anticipated films of 2026
Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) in 'Toy Story 5.' (Walt Disney Studios)2026 is shaping up to be a year filled with blockbusters and other big cinematic events. With sequels, animated ...
Jan 02, 2026
Watch Clay Aiken scare Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan & Carrie Underwood in new 'American Idol' promo
'American Idol' 2026 (Disney)A new year means a new season of American Idol, and in a new promo, an old favorite makes a return.In the promo, host Ryan Seacrest welcomes judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bry...
Dec 31, 2025
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for 'The Wire,' 'Veep' and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock, Jr. attends the 'Plane' New York Screening at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on Jan. 10, 2023, in New York. (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images, FILE)Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died, his manage...
Dec 31, 2025
'New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026': Eight hours, 42 artists and a 'significant moment of unity'
ABC's 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026' (DisneyThis year's edition of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest will boast the iconic show's largest ...
Dec 31, 2025
In brief: 'Shrinking' season 3 trailer, 'Tell Me Lies' podcast, and more
Apple TV has unveiled the trailer for season 3 of Shrinking, featuring the first look at guest star Michael J. Fox's return to acting. The Emmy-nominated show, starring Jason Segel and ...
Dec 31, 2025
The Year in Entertainment 2025: Those we lost
Here's a look back at those in the entertainment community we lost in 2025:JanuaryJanuary 3 — Jeff Baena, director, husband of Aubrey PlazaJanuary 15 — David Lynch, director, Twin Peaks, B...
Dec 31, 2025