Netflix has officially announced Legacy as Wanda Sykes’ next stand‑up special, marking her third hour for the streamer and continuing her long partnership with the platform. The special debuts May 19th, adding to a body of work that includes I’m an Entertainer (2023) and Not Normal (2019).
Legacy was filmed at Hampton University, the Virginia HBCU where Sykes earned her marketing degree. Directed by Julie Dash (Daughters of the Dust), the special brings Sykes back to the campus that helped shape her early life—making the project a full‑circle moment for the Emmy‑winning comedian.
According to Netflix, the hour showcases Sykes’ trademark blend of bold, smart, and laugh‑out‑loud comedy, cementing her status as a comedy icon. The special is produced by Sykes and Page Hurwitz under their Push It Productions banner, which has backed numerous stand‑up specials and the Netflix sitcom The Upshaws, co‑created by Sykes.
Sykes remains one of the most recognizable names in comedy, with a résumé spanning stand‑up, sitcoms, film, and award‑winning writing. Before her Netflix era, she released specials on HBO, Comedy Central, and MGM+. She has also starred in series such as The Other Two, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Black‑ish, and won an Emmy for her writing on The Chris Rock Show.
Alex Duong, a rising voice in stand‑up comedy and a familiar face to television audiences through his appearance on Blue Bloods, has died at the age of 42. His passing has left fans, fellow comedians, and colleagues mourning a performer known for his sharp wit, warm presence, and dedication to his craft.
Duong built a reputation on the comedy circuit with his fearless storytelling and ability to blend personal experiences with sharp observational humor. His work on stage eventually opened doors in television, including a memorable role on the long‑running CBS drama Blue Bloods, where he brought depth and charisma to every scene.
News of his death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the entertainment community. Friends and collaborators have remembered him as a generous performer, a supportive peer, and someone who brought laughter wherever he went.
As the comedy world reflects on his life and career, Duong is being celebrated not only for his talent but for the joy and authenticity he brought to audiences throughout his journey.
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In Theaters on May 29th, starring Xie Miao, Joe Taslim, and Yang Enyou. Co-starring Brian Le, Joey Iwanaga, Sahajak Boonthanakit, Manatsanun Phanlerdwongsakul, Guo Junqing, and Winai Wiangyangkung.
Special appearances by Yayan Ruhian and Jija Yanin. Directed by Kenji Tanigaki.
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In today’s episode of Box Seats, we discuss the news of North Carolina head men’s basketball coach Hubert Davis being fired after one of the worst losses in the school’s history!
We also talk about some of the remaining games in the NCAA Tournament and more!
We also talk about the other hottest topics in sports!
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The Ms. Pat Show isn’t slowing down anytime soon. The hit comedy has officially been renewed for a sixth season—and will make a major platform shift as it moves to Paramount+ for its next chapter.
The series, created by Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams and Jordan E. Cooper, has built a loyal following thanks to its bold blend of sharp humor, raw honesty, and unfiltered storytelling. Its move to Paramount+ marks a new phase for the critically acclaimed sitcom, which has been praised for its fearless approach to family dynamics, trauma, and triumph.
After five successful seasons, the transition to Paramount+ signals the streamer’s confidence in the show’s continued momentum. The series has consistently earned strong reviews for its writing and for Williams’ standout performance, which anchors the show with both comedic bite and emotional depth.
The renewal also reinforces the growing demand for comedies that push boundaries while staying grounded in real‑world experiences.
Based loosely on Williams’ own life, The Ms. Pat Show follows a former convicted felon turned suburban mom navigating the chaos of family life with unapologetic humor. The show’s willingness to tackle tough topics—addiction, race, sexuality, and generational trauma—has set it apart in the modern sitcom landscape.
Season 6 is expected to continue that balance of heart and hilarity as the show reaches an even wider audience on its new streaming home.
Production details and a premiere date for Season 6 will be announced in the coming months. For fans, the renewal ensures that Ms. Pat’s sharp, fearless storytelling will keep evolving—and now with the backing of a major streaming platform ready to amplify it.
Bob Sumner, the influential comedy producer best known for shaping the careers of countless stand‑up legends through HBO’s Def Comedy Jam and later Laff Mobb’s Laff Tracks, is recovering after suffering a cardiac arrest. News of the medical emergency has prompted an outpouring of support from comedians, industry peers, and fans who credit Sumner with helping define modern stand‑up culture.
Sumner’s impact on the comedy world is difficult to overstate. As co‑creator and talent producer of Def Comedy Jam, he played a pivotal role in launching the careers of Dave Chappelle, Bernie Mac, Chris Tucker, Bill Bellamy, and many more. His eye for raw, authentic talent helped usher in a new era of stand‑up that centered Black voices and reshaped the landscape of televised comedy.
After Def Comedy Jam, Sumner continued championing emerging performers through Laff Mobb’s Laff Tracks, a series that blended stand‑up with stylized reenactments. The show further cemented his reputation as a curator of fresh comedic voices.
Following reports of his cardiac arrest, comedians and colleagues have taken to social media to share prayers, memories, and messages of gratitude. Many credited Sumner not only for giving them their first major break, but for mentoring them long after the cameras stopped rolling.
His influence spans generations, and the response reflects just how deeply he is woven into the fabric of the comedy community.
Even in recent years, Sumner remained active in discovering and developing new talent, appearing at festivals, showcases, and industry events with the same enthusiasm he brought to the early days of Def Comedy Jam. His commitment to elevating underrepresented voices has made him a beloved figure both on and off the stage.
As updates on his condition continue to emerge, fans and colleagues remain hopeful for his recovery. Sumner’s legacy—as a producer, mentor, and champion of comedic brilliance—remains firmly intact, and the industry is rallying behind him with immense love and respect.
Ryan Coogler’s reboot of The X‑Files has found its star. Himesh Patel has been cast in the lead role of the upcoming series, giving the iconic sci‑fi franchise a new face as it heads into its next era at 20th Television.
Patel, known for standout performances in Station Eleven, Yesterday, and Tenet, becomes the first confirmed cast member in Coogler’s reimagining of the beloved property. While character details are being kept under wraps, the new series is expected to introduce an entirely fresh team of investigators confronting unexplained phenomena, conspiracies, and the unknown.
Coogler’s take on The X‑Files is described as a modern, diverse reinterpretation of the original series created by Chris Carter. Carter himself previously teased that Coogler’s pitch impressed him with its bold direction and contemporary themes, signaling a version that honors the spirit of the original while breaking new ground.
The reboot arrives more than 30 years after The X‑Files first premiered, and nearly a decade after its most recent revival. With Coogler at the helm and Patel leading the cast, the project is already generating significant anticipation.
Patel’s casting continues his steady ascent across film and television. His critically acclaimed turn in Station Eleven showcased his emotional range, while roles in Don’t Look Up and Black Mirror highlighted his versatility. Taking on a franchise as storied as The X‑Files marks another major milestone in his career.
The series is currently in development, with additional casting and production details expected to be announced in the months ahead. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, Coogler’s reboot—with Patel at the center—promises a fresh, imaginative entry into a universe defined by mystery, paranoia, and the search for truth.
BET announced that its hit series LOVE & HIP HOP: MIAMI returns for the explosive second half of Season 7 with its midseason premiere on Wednesday, April 8 at 8 PM ET/PT on BET.
Welcome back to the 305 — where the sun is hot, the tea is hotter, and everybody’s business is everybody’s business. LOVE & HIP HOP: MIAMI picks up where it left off for the explosive second half of Season 7, as broken hearts, buried secrets, and burning bridges turn up the heat on the series’ most combustible cast to date.
When the truth about MICHAEL BLACKSON’s relationship with NADIA finally comes to light, the fallout is swift and devastating – sending the famous comedian into a tailspin and his fiancee Mz. RADA DARLING out the door. Enter HEAVEN, who swoops in as Michael’s new assistant and closest confidante – with an agenda all her own. As he navigates high-stakes legal drama, a social media war that spirals out of control, and a volatile entanglement with an outrageous ex-fling, Michael learns that juggling two babies with two mothers is no laughing matter. Can he riff his way out of the messiest situation of his life, or has Michael Blackson finally run out of jokes?
Desperate for a fresh start after months of scandal and betrayal, Afro-Latina icon AMARA LA NEGRA pours her heart into a community event — only to watch it unravel when an uninvited guest and dark accusations send her spiraling. As MAMI ANA’s health sparks panic and whispers of spiritual warfare fracture her closest friendships, Amara finds herself caught between the people she once trusted and a new circle that promises elevation. But leveling up comes at a cost: old friends feel abandoned, new alliances bring complications, and the haters are circling with scandalous new receipts. With her name on the line and her faith tested like never before, can Amara La Negra rise above the noise and reclaim her power?
The Diamond Princess is growing her empire. As TRINA celebrates the 25th anniversary of her iconic debut album, she’s setting her sights on a bold new chapter: movie mogul. But her foray into filmmaking means reconnecting with former manager JULLIAN BOOTHE years after their dramatic fallout sent shockwaves through the 305. As husband SWURV fiercely protects her interests, Trina is determined to keep her crown straight — but an escalating feud with Shay Johnson threatens to turn a moment of celebration into all-out chaos. Can Trina make her big-screen dreams a reality, or will behind-the-scenes drama shut down the whole production?
The beloved Mayor of the 305, iconic rapper and celebrity chef TRICK DADDY plays host, mentor, and mediator as the city’s biggest personalities clash around him and as he prepares for the launch of his eponymous kitchenware line. But it’s Trick’s love life that takes center stage when estranged wife JOY YOUNG hooks him up with the unpredictable LARISSA (f.k.a. Bootz), a whirlwind of ambition and audacity who is playing her own high-stakes game of love. As sparks fly, has Trick finally found the woman who can light his fire, or is he about to get burned in his own kitchen?
At odds with half the 305 even as she’s supposed to be on a journey of growth, SHAY JOHNSON refuses to back down amid a chain reaction of confrontations. An exciting opportunity in the world of film goes left when tension with Trina explodes into a public spectacle, and her fragile friendship with Amara fractures again when accusations of hypocrisy and long-buried secrets bubble to the surface. With bridges burning on every side and a new alliance with Chyng Diamond as her only lifeline, Shay must decide whether she’s really fighting for respect… or just fighting for the sake of fighting.
Miami icon KENT JONES is mounting a comeback on every front — reigniting his music career while expanding a provocative entertainment empire alongside ASIAN GODDESS CAT, his fiercely loyal partner in polyamory. Bold, unconventional, and unapologetically in love, the couple levels up by moving into a sprawling mansion that doubles as a full-scale content house, presenting a united front as whispers and side-eyes ripple across the Miami scene.
CHYNG DIAMOND came to the 305 to win – only to find herself iced out and underestimated in a city that protects its own. Refusing to fold, the Omaha transplant steps into a blistering bar-for-bar showdown with her friend-turned-enemy ZOEY BRINXX, where respect is the ultimate prize.
Social media star turned aspiring raptress PINKYDOLL is learning the hard way that love and fame rarely mix. With her music career stalled amid a bitter dispute over an unpaid track, Pinky drops a relationship bombshell on her boyfriend-manager JAQUÁE that blindsides him and sends their fragile partnership into a tailspin. Meanwhile, Pinky’s rival SONYAE swoops in to snatch her deeply personal song — and spill all of her tea.
The season also features Miami Tip, Eliza Reign, and Claudia Jordan, whose healing retreat brings the cast together for a powerful and emotional reckoning where no secret is safe and no relationship is left untouched.
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LOVE & HIP HOP: MIAMI is produced by Antoinette Media. Mona Scott-Young serves as Executive Producer for Monami Productions, and Lashan Browning serves as Executive Producer for Antoinette Media, alongside Donna Edge-Rachell, Alissa Horowitz, Paris Bauldwin, Daniel Wiener, Brian Schornak, Eric Cyphers, and Precious Tuesday. Daniel Blau Rogge serves as Executive Producer for MTV Entertainment Studios, and Tiffany Lea Williams for BET Media Group.
Eric André is gearing up for a new kind of chaos. The comedian and actor has signed on to star in Synergy Systems, an action‑comedy written by Toby Harvard, marking André’s latest leap into high‑energy, genre‑bending storytelling.
The film centers on a dysfunctional corporate security team whose attempt to modernize their outdated operation spirals into a full‑blown, high‑stakes disaster. André plays the team’s unpredictable leader, whose questionable methods collide with a crisis far bigger than anything the company handbook ever prepared them for.
Known for pushing boundaries on The Eric André Show and bringing unhinged humor to films like Bad Trip, André is a natural fit for a project blending physical comedy, workplace satire, and explosive action. Synergy Systems gives him room to lean into both his comedic instincts and his growing presence in mainstream film.
Toby Harvard, whose writing credits include the cult‑favorite The Greasy Strangler, brings his signature off‑kilter sensibility to the script. The pairing of Harvard’s surreal comedic voice with André’s fearless performance style sets the stage for a film that promises to be as wild as it is unpredictable.
The project adds to André’s expanding list of film and television roles, including recent appearances in Sing 2, The Righteous Gemstones, and Netflix’s Disenchantment. Synergy Systems positions him once again at the center of a comedic world where anything can — and inevitably will — go wrong.
More details, including additional casting and production timelines, are expected to be announced soon.
HBO’s upcoming action‑comedy Stop That Train just added a burst of star power. Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicole Richie, and Raven‑Symoné are among the latest names to board the project, joining RuPaul in what is shaping up to be one of the most eclectic ensemble casts of the year.
The film, described as a high‑energy caper with a comedic twist, follows RuPaul as a larger‑than‑life hero thrown into a runaway‑train adventure packed with chaos, unlikely alliances, and over‑the‑top villains. With the newest cast additions, the project is leaning fully into its mix of nostalgia, comedy, and pop‑culture charisma.
Gellar, best known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Cruel Intentions, brings her signature sharp wit to the film. Nicole Richie, who has built a second career as a comedic actress, adds her offbeat humor to the ensemble. Raven‑Symoné, a multi‑hyphenate performer with decades of screen experience, rounds out the trio with her trademark energy and timing.
Additional cast members are expected to be announced as production continues, but the current lineup already blends multiple generations of television icons.
RuPaul stars in the film and also serves as a creative force behind the project. Known for transforming reality television with RuPaul’s Drag Race, he now steps into a full‑scale action‑comedy role that plays to his strengths: camp, charisma, and commanding presence.
Stop That Train promises a blend of physical comedy, stylized action, and character‑driven humor. With a cast that spans sitcom legends, genre favorites, and pop‑culture staples, the film is positioned to appeal to a wide audience—especially fans who love a little nostalgia mixed with their blockbuster fun.
Production is currently underway, with more details expected to roll out in the coming months.