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Express Tribune
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
'The Gilded Age' stars praise Merritt Wever's seamless debut as Monica O'Brien in season 3
Merritt Wever has joined The Gilded Age Season 3 as Monica O'Brien, the sister of Bertha Russell, portrayed by Carrie Coon. Her arrival was featured in Episode 4, following previous mentions of her character since the series premiere. In the episode, Bertha invites Monica to their home to attend Gladys's wedding to the Duke of Buckingham, fulfilling a request previously suggested by George Russell, played by Morgan Spector. The addition of Wever's character expands the Russell family storyline in the HBO series. Carrie Coon noted to Decider that Wever's performance was notable, sharing that she felt Wever fit in seamlessly on set and brought a truthful, natural quality to the role. Coon highlighted how working with actors like Wever contributes to ongoing learning for the cast. Morgan Spector also shared his experience working with Wever, highlighting the dynamic between George and Monica and how it added depth to the interactions within the family. Wever's previous work includes roles in Nurse Jackie, Godless, Unbelievable, Run, and Severance, demonstrating her adaptability across genres. In addition to Wever's introduction as Monica O'Brien, The Gilded Age Season 3 Episode 4 also introduced Lady Sarah, played by Hattie Morahan, and a psychic portrayed by Andrea Martin, visited by Ada, played by Cynthia Nixon. Carrie Coon expressed appreciation for the additions to the cast, describing the season's expanded ensemble as an 'embarrassment of riches' for the production.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lionsgate & DirecTV Launch Lionsgate Collection Premium Channel
EXCLUSIVE: Lionsgate and DirecTV are firing up Lionsgate Collection, a premium channel for the latter's subscribers which will draw upon the studio's 20,000-plus title film and TV library. The channel will launch in the coming weeks providing DirecTV viewers access to such Lionsgate produced series as Weeds and Nurse Jackie in addition to movies like Now You See Me, The Expendables, and more. Lionsgate reported record annual library revenue of $956 million last month. It's these types of bespoke proprietary channels which allow the conglom to continue monetizing the library in new ways. More from Deadline Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson's Action Channel Launches In UK: "This Is Big - I've Got A Huge Audience Out Here" Glenn Close & Billy Porter Join Cast Of Lionsgate's 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping' - CineEurope Why 'Ballerina' Didn't Leap Into The Rafters With $25M Opening - Sunday AM Box Office Update 'Lionsgate is a powerhouse of bold storytelling and unforgettable entertainment, and this is a unique opportunity to work together on an exclusive curated channel that highlights the best titles in their vast collection,' said Amy Leifer, chief advertising sales officer at DirecTV. 'Together we have an extraordinary opportunity to connect brands with premium storytelling and passionate viewers in powerful new ways.' 'We're pleased to join with DirecTV in a first-of-its-kind partnership to launch Lionsgate Collection, a proprietary channel drawing upon our vast film & television library to deliver premium content across DirecTV's entire suite of platforms,' said Jim Packer, President of Lionsgate's Worldwide Television Distribution Group. 'By combining world-class content with DirecTV's advertising expertise and market clout, this is an important step forward in executing our strategy of unlocking the full value of our library with bespoke offerings that touch every part of the media ecosystem.' This collaboration with Lionsgate expands their relationship that started with launching a number of FAST channels like 50 Cent Action and MovieSphere. It also epitomizes DirecTV's FAST strategy of prioritizing quality, curation, and premium content that gives consumers access to unique entertainment programming and brands access to highly engaged audiences. At more than 125 FAST channels and counting, MyFree DirecTV curates the greatest hits of the fast-evolving and often-overwhelming world of FAST, offering premium content at no extra cost since its debut last Nov. 15. Best of Deadline 'Bachelor in Paradise' Cast Announcement: See Who Is Headed To The Beach For Season 10 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
Edinburgh Live
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Eagle-eyed viewers spot West Lothian building used as backdrop in BBC series
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A West Lothian building was used as a backdrop in a hit BBC series. The Bombing of PanAm 103, which concluded earlier this week, told the story of the flight which exploded over Lockerbie on December 21, 1988. It was the worst terror attack to ever happen on British soil, and 270 people were killed - reports the West Lothian Courier. The programme was made by World Productions as part of a collaboration between the BBC and Netflix. A lot of filming has taken place in West Lothian and eagle-eyed viewers may have spotted the Civic Centre which was used as one of the main locations for filming. Emmy award winner, Merritt Wever (New Girl, Nurse Jackie), Patrick J. Adams (from Suits - the most watched series on Netflix in 2023) and Connor Swindells of Barbie fame were all located here for a short while to undertake filming. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox A West Lothian Council spokesperson said: "The cast and crew were very grateful to the council's caretakers for their work to help allow filming to take place. "They even took time out to have a photo taken with our Building Manager, Derek O'Neill."
Daily Record
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
West Lothian Council's headquarters used for filming of hit BBC & Netflix series
Eagle-eyed viewers may have spotted West Lothian Civic Centre was used in hit series The Bombing of PanAm 103. West Lothian Council's headquarters served as the backdrop of a hit BBC series. The six-part series, The Bombing of PanAm 103, concluded earlier this week. The programme is being made by World Productions as part of a collaboration between the BBC and Netflix. A lot of filming has taken place in West Lothian and eagle-eyed viewers may have spotted the Civic Centre which was used as one of the main locations for filming. Emmy award winner, Merritt Wever (New Girl, Nurse Jackie), Patrick J. Adams (from Suits - the most watched series on Netflix in 2023) and Connor Swindells of Barbie fame were all located here for a short while to undertake filming. A West Lothian Council spokesperson said: 'The cast and crew were very grateful to the council's caretakers for their work to help allow filming to take place. 'They even took time out to have a photo taken with our Building Manager, Derek O'Neill.'
South China Morning Post
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet Jake Cannavale, The Mandalorian breakout star and Bobby Cannavale's son: from his famous lineage to Nurse Jackie debut and playing Aaron Hernandez's love interest in American Sports Story
Jake Cannavale is not your typical Hollywood legacy kid. Sure, he's got that famous last name and a family tree that boasts some of Hollywood's biggest legends, yet he's anything but predictable. He didn't exactly grow up dreaming of becoming an actor – he thought he had no choice. But as fate would have it, acting found him. After a spontaneous audition for television series Nurse Jackie (in which he hilariously played opposite his father) his talent became impossible to ignore. Jake Cannavale has an impressive family tree. Photo: @jakecannavalebro/Instagram Whether he's melting faces as the frontman of a grindcore band or showing up in The Mandalorian, Jake, 29, is all about doing things his way. With his offbeat charm and rebellious streak, he's the kind of guy who'd rather talk metal bands than film premieres. Advertisement Not familiar with him? Keep reading to learn more about Bobby Cannavale's eldest son. Jake Cannavale is Hollywood royalty Jake Cannavale doesn't rely on his famous lineage for his breaks. One would think Jake's last name might open doors in Hollywood, but he's quick to note that it's not always a free pass. 'They assume you're just a kid who's trying to make a buck off of your lineage,' he told The Face in 2020. And with a celebrated family that includes father and Boardwalk Empire star Bobby Cannavale, 54; grandfather Sidney Lumet, the director; and great-grandmother Lena Horne, stellar actress and singer, it's easy to see why. The Mandalorian made him a rising star Jake has made a name for himself on screen, with credits for the likes of Romance & Cigarettes (2005) as well as Nurse Jackie (2012) under his belt, according to his IMDb page. But what really grabbed fans' attention was his role as Toro Calican in The Mandalorian (2019). The Star Wars spin-off series on Disney+ became a global hit, with Jake's portrayal of the cocky, bounty-hunting rookie in episode five showing off his acting skills. He didn't want to be an actor
