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The late night hosts warned about the future of free speech on their shows Thursday.

The late night hosts warned about the future of free speech on their shows Thursday. (Image credit: Emma McIntyre)

Javier Bardem and Hannah Einbinder join a Hollywood boycott of Israel's film industry over Gaza, as Israel's culture minister also moves against its film academy.

Javier Bardem and Hannah Einbinder join a Hollywood boycott of Israel's film industry over Gaza, as Israel's culture minister also moves against its film academy. (Image credit: Patrick T. Fallon)

This weekend, a new Jordan Peele-produced film takes on the horrors of becoming the greatest of all time, while a GPS-powered romance takes a winding journey to questionable destinations.

This weekend, a new Jordan Peele-produced film takes on the horrors of becoming the greatest of all time, while a GPS-powered romance takes a winding journey to questionable destinations. (Image credit: Parrish Lewis)

Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee.

Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee. (Image credit: Getty Images)

In HIM, Withers plays a rising quarterback. His on-screen mentor, Marlon Wayans, had some real-life advice — and a reading list — for the young actor.

In HIM, Withers plays a rising quarterback. His on-screen mentor, Marlon Wayans, had some real-life advice — and a reading list — for the young actor. (Image credit: Valerie Macon)

Free speech scholars say ABC's decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show indefinitely represents "jawboning," when government officials pressure private companies to suppress speech.

Free speech scholars say ABC's decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show indefinitely represents "jawboning," when government officials pressure private companies to suppress speech. (Image credit: Kevin Winter)

Artists from abroad are worried that the current climate is making American tours not worth the time and effort.

Artists from abroad are worried that the current climate is making American tours not worth the time and effort. (Image credit: Ricardo Arduengo)

High-profile politicians and performers are criticizing the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show as an attack on free speech. They are calling for the Trump administration and ABC to be held accountable.

High-profile politicians and performers are criticizing the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show as an attack on free speech. They are calling for the Trump administration and ABC to be held accountable. (Image credit: Kevin Winter)

Law's Netflix series with Jason Bateman follows two brothers in New York City, one a successful restaurateur, the other on the run and in debt. Law's also an executive producer of the series.

Law's Netflix series with Jason Bateman follows two brothers in New York City, one a successful restaurateur, the other on the run and in debt. Law's also an executive producer of the series.

A new Pynchon! A Tim Curry memoir! A 600-page doorstopper from a reclusive writer (not named Thomas Pynchon)! The fall is stacked with big book releases. Here's what we're particularly excited for.

A new Pynchon! A Tim Curry memoir! A 600-page doorstopper from a reclusive writer (not named Thomas Pynchon)! The fall is stacked with big book releases. Here's what we're particularly excited for.

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Javier Bardem and Hannah Einbinder join a Hollywood boycott of Israel's film industry over Gaza, as Israel's culture minister also moves against its film academy.

Javier Bardem and Hannah Einbinder join a Hollywood boycott of Israel's film industry over Gaza, as Israel's culture minister also moves against its film academy. (Image credit: Patrick T. Fallon)

This weekend, a new Jordan Peele-produced film takes on the horrors of becoming the greatest of all time, while a GPS-powered romance takes a winding journey to questionable destinations.

This weekend, a new Jordan Peele-produced film takes on the horrors of becoming the greatest of all time, while a GPS-powered romance takes a winding journey to questionable destinations. (Image credit: Parrish Lewis)

In HIM, Withers plays a rising quarterback. His on-screen mentor, Marlon Wayans, had some real-life advice — and a reading list — for the young actor.

In HIM, Withers plays a rising quarterback. His on-screen mentor, Marlon Wayans, had some real-life advice — and a reading list — for the young actor. (Image credit: Valerie Macon)

The legendary actor died Tuesday at 89. "I wasn't learning the way I was supposed to learn ..." he explained in 2013. "I realized that my education was going to happen when I got out in the world."

The legendary actor died Tuesday at 89. "I wasn't learning the way I was supposed to learn ..." he explained in 2013. "I realized that my education was going to happen when I got out in the world." (Image credit: Hulton Archive)

In one of the most buzzed-about productions of the Broadway season, former Bill & Ted actors Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter unite once again in "Waiting for Godot."

In one of the most buzzed-about productions of the Broadway season, former Bill & Ted actors Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter unite once again in "Waiting for Godot." (Image credit: Andy Henderson)

Robert Redford could do drama. He championed small films. And he made thrillers that are perfect for curling up on the couch on a weekend afternoon.

Robert Redford could do drama. He championed small films. And he made thrillers that are perfect for curling up on the couch on a weekend afternoon. (Image credit: Allstar Picture Library Ltd)

A movie star to his core, Robert Redford has died after a visionary career in cinema, including founding the Sundance Institute that transformed the market for independent films.

A movie star to his core, Robert Redford has died after a visionary career in cinema, including founding the Sundance Institute that transformed the market for independent films. (Image credit: Victor Blackman)

50 years after Jaws nearly destroyed Spielberg's career, a new exhibit spotlights the groundbreaking film.

50 years after Jaws nearly destroyed Spielberg's career, a new exhibit spotlights the groundbreaking film. (Image credit: Courtney Theophin)

NPR's Megan Lim and Ryan Benk, two action sequence aficionados, discuss the elements of a great cinematic fight scene.

NPR's Megan Lim and Ryan Benk, two action sequence aficionados, discuss the elements of a great cinematic fight scene.

Channing Tatum plays a real armed robber who hid out in a Toys "R" Us. Daniel Craig returns for the next Knives Out mystery. And Henrik Ibsen's Hedda Gabler gets a gorgeously rendered adaptation.

Hedda Gabler.'/> Channing Tatum plays a real armed robber who hid out in a Toys "R" Us. Daniel Craig returns for the next Knives Out mystery. And Henrik Ibsen's Hedda Gabler gets a gorgeously rendered adaptation. (Image credit: Parisa Taghizadeh)

Fresh Air is nationally recognized as setting the standard for long-form audio interviews. "There's nothing out there quite like Fresh Air with Terry Gross," said TV host Stephen Colbert as he presented the program with its second Peabody Award.

Law's Netflix series with Jason Bateman follows two brothers in New York City, one a successful restaurateur, the other on the run and in debt. Law's also an executive producer of the series.

Law's Netflix series with Jason Bateman follows two brothers in New York City, one a successful restaurateur, the other on the run and in debt. Law's also an executive producer of the series.

Big Thief has a new album, as does Zach Top, a young country singer with roots in old country. And the Icelandic-Chinese singer Laufey brings a classical-music and jazz influence to her pop songs.

Big Thief has a new album, as does Zach Top, a young country singer with roots in old country. And the Icelandic-Chinese singer Laufey brings a classical-music and jazz influence to her pop songs.

New York Times reporter Robert Draper explains Kirk's rise and legacy. He was killed Sept. 10. Draper also discusses conservative commentator Nick Fuentes, a rival of Kirk's with a large following.

New York Times reporter Robert Draper explains Kirk's rise and legacy. He was killed Sept. 10. Draper also discusses conservative commentator Nick Fuentes, a rival of Kirk's with a large following.

The legendary actor died Tuesday at 89. "I wasn't learning the way I was supposed to learn ..." he explained in 2013. "I realized that my education was going to happen when I got out in the world."

The legendary actor died Tuesday at 89. "I wasn't learning the way I was supposed to learn ..." he explained in 2013. "I realized that my education was going to happen when I got out in the world." (Image credit: Hulton Archive)

Science writer Mary Roach chronicles both the history and the latest science of body part replacement in her new book. She also answers the question: Is it kosher to receive an organ donation from a pig?

Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law and Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers.'/> Science writer Mary Roach chronicles both the history and the latest science of body part replacement in her new book. She also answers the question: Is it kosher to receive an organ donation from a pig? (Image credit: Jen Siska)

In an excerpt of her interview with Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso, Gross shares her life motto and talks about writing song lyrics in high school. The full episode explores the origins of Fresh Air.

In an excerpt of her interview with Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso, Gross shares her life motto and talks about writing song lyrics in high school. The full episode explores the origins of Fresh Air.

Of all the folk songsters from the 1960s, Mitchell has proven to have the strongest influence on jazz singers. Joni's Jazz features her collaborations with stars like Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock.

Of all the folk songsters from the 1960s, Mitchell has proven to have the strongest influence on jazz singers. Joni's Jazz features her collaborations with stars like Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock.

Trymaine Lee spent years reporting on the deaths of men who look just like him. His new memoir, A Thousand Ways to Die, chronicles the impact of gun violence in Black communities.

coverage of Hurricane Katrina.'/> Trymaine Lee spent years reporting on the deaths of men who look just like him. His new memoir, A Thousand Ways to Die, chronicles the impact of gun violence in Black communities. (Image credit: Wayne Lawrence)

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale takes place in 1930 and is much better than the last Downton movie. Creator Julian Fellowes cuts back on the convoluted plotting and zeroes in on emotional dynamics.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale takes place in 1930 and is much better than the last Downton movie. Creator Julian Fellowes cuts back on the convoluted plotting and zeroes in on emotional dynamics.

Stephen Graham is nominated for three Emmy Awards for co-creating and starring in Adolescence. The Netflix series follows a 13-year-old accused of murder. Originally broadcast March 31, 2025.

Stephen Graham is nominated for three Emmy Awards for co-creating and starring in Adolescence. The Netflix series follows a 13-year-old accused of murder. Originally broadcast March 31, 2025.

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Late-night hosts Jon Stewart, Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers and Stephen Colbert roast the Trump administration and ABC Thursday after the indefinite suspension of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Disney took the show off the air after Kimmel's comments Monday about Charlie Kirk's murder. Kimmel has been asked to apologize, but he's stayed silent. Instead, it's believed he's exploring legal options regarding his network contract, which ends next year.

Brett James, a songwriter best known for his GRAMMY-winning work with Carrie Underwood, has died in a plane crash in North Carolina. He was 57.

Kyle MacLachlan chats with ET at the premiere of 'The Lowdown,' airing Sept. 23 on FX and streaming on Hulu. The actor shares secrets behind his viral TikToks and what it takes to pull them off. Plus, he reacts to the 'Desperate Housewives' reboot and why it would be great if revisited his character.

Stephen Baldwin praises daughter Hailey Bieber's business success on Tori Spelling's 'MisSPELLING' podcast, about a year after she hinted at a family feud.

Britney Spears' sons, 20-year-old Sean Preston and 19-year-old Jayden James, resurface in a new image with cousin Maddie, daughter of Britney's sister, Jamie Lynn Spears.

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Shaman Durek Verrett and his wife, Märtha Louise, formerly the Princess of Norway, open to ET's Deidre Behar about their documentary, 'Rebel Royals: An Unlikely Love Story,' which is now streaming on Netflix. The pair claps back at claims Shaman Durek is a fraud, and explains why the label doesn't bother them anymore. They also dish on their unconventional love story, with Shaman Durek becoming the first Black man in the European royal family. He says, the scrutiny was so intense, he was subjected to racism, hatred and even death threats. Shaman Durek also details what exactly he does for a living, and why he identifies as 'soul-sexual' and part 'reptilian.' Märtha opens up about the decision to step back from her royal duties while she and Shaman Durek were engaged. After tying the knot in August 2024, the couple shares an update on married life. They express a desire to continue sharing their lives with the world on a potential reality show.

MGK and Megan Fox 'have been co-parenting really well together,' according to an ET source. We're told, 'They are on good terms and have been getting along for the sake of their daughter.' Saga Blade was born in March, four months after the stars ended their romantic relationship. Our source adds, 'MGK still has hopes to reconcile with Megan, but they're taking things day by day.' MGK has a 16-year-old daughter, Casie, from a previous relationship. Megan has three sons with 'Beverly Hill, 90210' star Brian Austin Green. MGK's seventh studio album, 'Lost Americana,' is out now.

On Thursday, Gary Busey appeared virtually before a judge, who sentenced him to two years' probation following his guilty plea in a sexual misconduct case. If the probation is violated, he will serve up to 18 months in state prison.

In ET's sneak peek at '90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?,' Matt makes a surprising confession: he's not telling his friends and family that Jasmine is pregnant with his child, because he's concerned about the backlash! See what unfolds next, Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on TLC.

Stephen Colbert calls ABC's decision to suspend 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' a 'blatant assault on freedom of speech,' on 'The Late Show.' It comes just a day after the network put Kimmel on hold 'indefinitely' following calls from the FCC for local station to boycott the show over the comedian's comments on the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.

Cardi B's daughter, Kulture, roasted her live on Instagram this week as the mom hyped her new album, 'Am I the Drama?,' out Friday. The project includes features from Lizzo, Janet Jackson, Megan Thee Stallion, Kehlani, Tyla, Summer Walker, Selena Gomez, Lourdiz and Cash Cobain. Cardi also recently revealed she's expecting her fourth child, her first with New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs. The pregnancy isn't expected to interfere with her 'Little Miss Drama' tour, launching in February.

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Brad Everett Young, best known for his appearances on 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Charlie's Angels,' has died. He was 46. According to the actor's rep, he died in a car crash after being hit by a wrong-way driver on a Los Angeles freeway. Brad also has a passion for photography, taking portraits of celebrities like Seth Green, David Harbour and Gavin Casalegno.

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America's leading late-night TV hosts lament Jimmy Kimmel's suspension as a "blatant assault on freedom of speech".

The US rapper references her 2024 divorce and a beef with another female rapper on Am I The Drama?

The singer says she avoided the second-album slump as she "has always got something to say".

The event, described by organisers as the biggest of its kind in the UK, was watched live by 200,000.

Concerns grow that the Trump administration is curtailing criticism after ABC host Jimmy Kimmel's show was cancelled.

They may be fictional characters, but they are voiced by real people, the court says.

The painting of Huntingdonshire MP Coulson Fellowes goes for more than 20 times its estimate.

The author has given her support to Palestine Action, who have been proscribed as a terrorist group.

Tyler Blevins says trolls attack him every day for being less popular than he was at the height of his fame.

A 71-year-old man is appears in Reading Crown Court after stalking actress Anna Friel.

They will perform 11 shows during their UK and Ireland tour, including two homecoming gigs in Manchester.

The garden is a "fitting tribute to one of Feltham's most iconic residents", the council says.

The former British Vogue editor says being "super-thin" and European is often seen as "the norm" again.

The Scottish film star is starring in a new TV drama about the phone-hacking scandal alongside David Tennant.

The hit young-adult series will conclude with what author and showrunner Han says is "another big milestone" in Belly's journey.

The actor says his latest film, One Battle After Another, "holds a mirror up to society".

Look back at the life of the actor whose laconic style made him one of Hollywood's brightest stars.

State visits are often seen as an opportunity to exercise “sartorial diplomacy” on the world stage.

Mark Ronson looks back on a troubled childhood, and how it informed his career as a DJ and producer.

Sydney Sweeney, Jenna Ortega and Selena Gomez are among the stars who posed for pictures ahead of the event.

The Netflix drama, starring Owen Cooper, explored the impact of smartphones on teenagers.

Host Nate Bargatze's plan to keep speeches snappy backfires and political statements take centre stage at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.

The band announced plans to take their Circus Live tour back on the road next summer.

The BBC's analysis editor looks at a decision that leading Democrats have called "an abuse of power".

Adolescence star Owen Cooper became the youngest ever male winner and The Pitt took out the top drama series award.

The star of Adolescence won in the best supporting actor in a limited series category.

Jenny Ortega, Sydney Sweeney and Pedro Pascal were among the stars to walk the red carpet.

He says the failure of his first few books meant that he appreciated his later success more.

He just wanted to get out of there as quick as he could.