TV/Film
Randy Rainbow Had an Awkward Moment When he First Met Jimmy Kimmel
Randy Rainbow is a modern-day alchemist. The New York-native has made a handy living from taking the most asinine of politicians, and turning them into comedy gold. The viral entertainer’s pointed parodies have been watched more than 500 million times on YouTube, and now, with the publication of his autobiography, Playing With Myself, Rainbow is converting more fans to his brand of comedy. On Tuesday night (April 26), Rainbow stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live for a blast from the past, and some personal history lessons. Rainbow, we learned, really is his last name. “I wouldn’t make it up. It sounds like the corniest stage name ever, he admits,” pointed out it’s covered in the book, chapters 1-16. “Thankfully I grew into what I’ve become.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See l...
Harry Styles and Florence Pugh Smoulder In First Look From ‘Don’t Worry Darling’
Everyone’s wild about Harry Styles right now. The English pop star is riding another global hit, “As It Was,” the first single lifted from his forthcoming third album Harry’s House. That’s not the only big Styles project coming soon. The singer will flex his acting muscles alongside Olivia Wilde in Don’t Worry Darling, due out later this year. The official trailer debuted at CinemaCon overnight, and Wilde gave us a look at a still from the film, which she posted to her social accounts. In it, Styles and co-star Florence Pugh cuddle up in bed (see below). Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Wilde directs the thriller which, according to The Hollywood Reporter, centers on a 1950s housewife living with her husband in a utopian experimental community w...
‘American Idol’ Contestant Noah Thompson Brings Country to John Mayer Cover: Watch
American Idol has reached the pointy end of the season, when just 10 competitors stay in the game. One of those is Noah Thompson, the teen construction worker for Louisa, Kentucky. On Monday night’s (April 25) Top 10 Live reveal, Thompson delivered the goods with a country-flavored take on John Mayer’s “Heartbreak Warfare.” It was a dramatic night that saw Tristen Gressett eliminated and Lady K saved by the judges. There was no such drama for Thompson. “I’m such a private person,” Thompson told Billboard ahead of the live broadcast. “I think I’m always going to be shy. I’m the guy who stays in his room and does his own thing while everybody else goes out to eat.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Shy or not, Thompson now has fans across A...
Shawn Mendes Is Co-Hosting ‘The Tonight Show’ With Jimmy Fallon for One Episode
During his upcoming appearance on The Tonight Show, Shawn Mendes is going to have the chance to sit on either side of the desk. The 23-year-old singer-songwriter is booked to perform his new song “When You’re Gone” Friday (April 29) on the late-night talk show as well as co-host with Jimmy Fallon, NBC announced. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news According to the release, Mendes will join forces with the comedian-turned-host for a joint monologue to kick off the show before sitting down to talk about his upcoming tour. He’ll then switch over to interviewing duty to assist Fallon in his chat with Jesse Tyler Ferguson, afterwards closing out the program with a performance of his March 31-released breakup anthem. “See you there!” Fallon and M...
‘The Flight Attendant’ Has Landed: How to Watch Season 2 on HBO Max for Free
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Buckle your seat belts! The Flight Attendant is now streaming on HBO Max. The first two episodes from season two of critically acclaimed dark comedy starring Kaley Cuoco landed on the streaming platform on Thursday (April 21). The full season will include eight episodes, with two new episodes next Thursday (April 28), followed by a new episode weekly leading up to the season finale on May 26. The second season centers around Cassie Bowden (Cuoco) living her best sober life in Los Angeles while working a CIA gig on the side. She inadvertently witnesses a murd...
Rudy Giuliani Is Unmasked on ‘The Masked Singer’
The moment millions waited for happened Wednesday night (April 20) when Jack in the Box was unmasked on The Masked Singer, revealing the disgraced former New York City major and President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani. Even the most casual of Masked Singer fans was aware that Giuliani was among the remaining contestants, news of which leaked during filming earlier this year. It was the surprise everyone knew was coming, though no one knew how, or precisely when. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news That moment finally arrived, and when it did, panelist Ken Jeong looked mighty unimpressed with his arms folded, before walking off, remarking “I’m done.” Host Nick Cannon asked Giuliani why he put his hand up to participate in the Fox serie...
‘American Idol’ Contestant Turns Radiohead’s ‘Creep’ Into a Vocal Workout: Watch
A long time ago, in what feels like a galaxy far far away, Radiohead had a grunge-era breakthrough with “Creep,” a belter that sounds fresh as a daisy to this day. “Creep” allowed the Oxford alternative rockers to move away from On A Friday, their earlier incarnation, but it was a one-and-done. With their followup album, 1995’s The Bends, the Brits had sonically moved a light-year ahead. “Creep” is an iconic song in the band’s catalog, it’s rarely performed live and sounds like nothing that came from Thom Yorke and Co. before or since. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The version we heard Monday night (April 18) on ABC’s American Idol also sounded like nothing we heard before or since. Christian Guardino, the 21-year-old with the impressive...
Lizzo Time-Travels to a 2008 Studio With Black Eyed Peas for ‘SNL’ Skit
Remember when the Black Eyed Peas had the music industry in a veritable chokehold? Saturday Night Live certainly does. On Saturday’s (April 16) episode – for which Lizzo was both host and musical guest – one skit imagined an Interscope recording studio circa 2008 as the pop-rap quartet recorded two of their biggest hits: “Boom Boom Pow” and “I Gotta Feeling.” Chris Redd (apl.de.ap), Bowen Yang (Taboo), Kenan Thompson (will.i.am) and Cecily Strong (Fergie) perfectly embody the Peas, with Aidy Bryant and Lizzo playing their producers. As will sings the “boom boom boom”s of “Boom Boom Pow,” Bryant explains that those were just meant to be “temp lyrics describing the beat of the track.” Lizzo chimes in: “Yeah, you were supposed to replace them with your own lyrics — you know, like words.” Expl...
How to Watch Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams & Beyoncé ’s Mom in ‘Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story’
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Spending the weekend at home? Lifetime has you covered. Destiny’s Child alum Michelle Williams stars with Beyoncé ’s mom, Tina Knowles-Lawson, and Romeo Miller in Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story, premiering Saturday (April 16) on Lifetime. Williams plays Chastity Jeffries, a single lawyer who thinks she’s found everything she’s looking for in a partner when she meets Xavier Collins (Antonio Cupo), a handsome and intelligent fellow lawyer, whose affection turns to obsession. Xavier’s jealousy leads to suspicious actions and dangerous threats, prompting Chast...
CMT Music Awards Score Big Increase in TV Ratings With CBS Move
The CMT Music Awards scored huge year to year ratings increases on Monday — no surprise, since the show moved from its namesake cable outlet to broadcaster CBS. ABC’s American Idol finished in a near-tie with the awards, with both coming in way ahead of American Song Contest on NBC. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The CMT Music Awards averaged 5.33 million viewers for CBS, almost four times the 1.43 million who watched the 2021 awards across CMT, Paramount Network and MTV (last year’s show also aired on MTV2 and TV Land, but figures from those two aren’t immediately available). Monday’s show delivered a 0.67 rating among adults 18-49, more than doubling the 0.29 for CMT, Paramount Net and TV Land last year....
David Bowie Documentary ‘Moonage Daydream’ Is Coming to Theaters, HBO
An all-new documentary celebrating the life of late British rockstar David Bowie is nearing completion and will be released by NEON and Universal Pictures Content Group, the companies announced Wednesday (April 13). Titled Moonage Daydream, the film will be released by NEON in the U.S., while Universal Pictures Content Group has international distribution rights. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news No theatrical release date has been announced, though the film is slated to premiere on HBO and HBO Max in spring 2023 via HBO Documentary Films. Theatrical engagements for Moonage Daydream — which marks the first film under a multi-picture deal between Morgen and BMG for IMAX Productions — will include IMAX screenings in select markets. Five yea...
Armadillo, Miss Teddy Sent Packing on ‘The Masked Singer’
It was double the fun on The Masked Singer Wednesday (April 13) night, as two masks were sent packing, including one Grammy Award-winning star of the stage. Season 7, Episode 6, of Fox’s surprise hit was aptly-titled” “The Double Mask-Off.” That’s exactly what we got. Armadillo, with his hard exterior, was always going to be tough to crack. But he was given the boot after singing the classic hymn “Amazing Grace.” Under that hard exterior was, well, a hard man, Duane Chapman, also known as Dog the Bounty Hunter. Perhaps producers could have made our task easier and dress him in a canine costume? Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The TV tough guy had previous sung old school numbers “Secret Agent Man” by Johnny Rivers, and the Bobby F...
