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Reality TV contestant abruptly leaves show after racist videos resurface

1 day ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

“Love Island USA” season 7 contestant Yulissa Escobar abruptly left the villa during the Wednesday, June 4, episode of the reality dating series. Escobar’s sudden exit was only briefly mentioned on the show. “Welcome back to ‘Love Island USA.’ Yulissa has left the villa,” narrator Iain Stirling announced as the islanders were waking up on day 2. None of Yulissa’s former cast members mentioned her again after the announcement. Peacock confirmed to NJ.com that Yulissa has left the villa for good.
‘Jeopardy!’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune’ will soon be available to stream next day — see where to watch

2 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Good news for game show fans — you no longer need cable to watch “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune.” Beginning this fall, episodes of both shows will be available to stream on Hulu, Hulu on Disney+, and Peacock the day after they air. The deal with Sony Pictures Television marks the first time that episodes of “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune” will be available to stream next-day.
Why was the ‘Love Island USA’ premiere delayed?

2 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Season 7 of “Love Island USA” kicked off on Tuesday, June 3, but the premiere was delayed by more than 40 minutes. The Peacock reality show’s official X page notified viewers that the episode wouldn’t drop right at 9 p.m. ET, as planned. “WE GOT A TEXT! Tonight’s episode will be slightly delayed. But it is worth the wait. Stay tuned! #LoveIslandUSA,” the post read. The delay arguably wasn’t slight, though. It was nearly 45 minutes before the episode became available.
What’s the ‘Big Brother 27’ premiere date?

2 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Summer means “Big Brother,” but the CBS reality show has been premiering later in recent years. Since the COVID-19 pandemic pushed season 22 to August in 2020, “Big Brother” hasn’t gone back to June premieres. The past four seasons have all premiered in July or August, and the upcoming installment will be no different. “Big Brother 27” is set to premiere on Thursday, July 10.
Why is Netflix releasing shows in parts?

3 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Netflix is one of the streaming platforms credited with the rise of binge-watching, so why does it seem to be moving away from releasing full seasons all at once? Two of the most highly anticipated Netflix releases of the year — season 2 of “Wednesday” and season 5 of “Stranger Things” — will be released in separate parts. Four episodes of “Wednesday” are set to premiere on August 6, and the final episodes will hit the streamer on September 3.
TV star didn’t tell anyone she was getting married — not even her wedding guests

3 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

“General Hospital” star Kate Mansi, who plays Kristina Davis on the soap opera, kept her recent nuptials a secret — even from her wedding guests. On Saturday, May 31, Mansi and producer Matt McInnis’ 115 guests thought they were attending an engagement party, not a wedding. “Our biggest goal — and hurdle — was to maintain the surprise,” Mansi told People during an interview published on Tuesday, June 3.
Late actor’s husband says his death was a hate crime, police say otherwise

3 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Late actor Jonathan Joss’ husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, claimed his death was a hate crime, but police are now saying otherwise. Joss, who was best known for his roles as John Redcorn on “King of the Hill” and Chief Ken Hotate in “Parks and Recreation,” died on Sunday, June 1, after he was shot in San Antonio, Texas. Shooting suspect Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja has been charged with murder.
How did Jayne Mansfield die? What to know about Mariska Hargitay’s mom

3 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Jayne Mansfield was an actress and a sex symbol of the 1950s and early 1960s, and now her famous daughter, Mariska Hargitay, wants to understand her better. An upcoming HBO film titled “My Mom Jayne,” which is directed by Hargitay, explores Mansfield’s life. Hargitay, who is best known for starring as Olivia Benson on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” appears in the film and interviews her siblings about their mother. Mansfield died at age 37 in 1967 after a car accident in Slidell, Louisiana.
How did Jayne Mansfield die? What to know about Mariska Hargitay’s mom

3 days ago | flipboard.com | Sara Donnellan

4 hours agoSee Trailer for Mariska Hargitay’s Doc About Mom Jayne Mansfield"Law & Order: SVU" star Mariska Hargitay is making her feature film directorial debut with “My Mom Jayne,” a documentary about her late mother, Hollywood icon Jayne Mansfield. It hits HBO on June 27 and will be available to stream on Max. » Subscribe to TODAY: https://www.youtube.com/@TODAY About: TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting.
‘King of the Hill’ voice actor dies at 59 after being shot

4 days ago | nj.com | Sara Donnellan

Jonathan Joss, who is best known for his recurring role as John Redcorn in the animated series “King of the Hill,” has died at age 59. Joss died on Sunday, June 1, after he was shot at a home in San Antonio, Texas, police confirmed to CBS News. He was pronounced dead at the scene. CBS affiliate KENS-TV reported that the suspected shooter, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, fled the scene but was detained by law enforcement shortly thereafter. He has been charged with murder.