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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Did 'The Simpsons' Just Kill Off Marge Simpson? Well, the Answer Is More Complex
The Simpsons fans are buzzing after the latest episode saw the death of beloved matriarch Marge Simpson Yes, Marge is dead — but no, there's also no reason to worry about the character for quite some time Julie Kavner has voiced Marge for nearly four decades. Did The Simpsons just kill off Marge Simpson, one of its main characters? Well, the answer is more complex than that. The season 36 finale of The Simpsons, which aired on May 18 and was titled "Estranger Things," saw matriarch Marge, voiced by Julie Kavner, die in a flash-forward storyline. Given how Marge's death is featured in a storyline set decades in the future, it's unlikely to have any real impact in future episodes. The beloved character will undoubtedly continue to be present on the show, which was recently renewed through its milestone 40th season. This upset Marge, who worried that her kids would stop spending time together. "Your father and I won't be around forever. When you get older, you'll need to lean on each other. Whatever you do, don't drift apart. You share a journey with your siblings that no one else will ever understand. You must never, ever, ever take that for granted," she told them, getting teary-eyed. The show then flashed forward 35 years into the future. A singing voiceover from Sarah McLachlan informed viewers through song that the kids didn't heed their mother's warning and "their relationship died," while Lisa "conquered the world" and Bart "remained Bart." In this reality, Lisa was the commissioner of the NBA, the women's league formerly known as the WNBA. The men's league was renamed as the MNBA. Meanwhile, Bart is scamming senior citizens out of their Social Security checks and is not paying for Homer to be in a retirement home, as Lisa had believed. After Lisa called in a complaint against Bart, Homer was taken away and was put on a bus to Florida, which had become "a maximum-security prison for old folks." In the video, Marge says she hopes Maggie achieved her goal of becoming an auctioneer for farm equipment, which Lisa confirms. Marge then shares a message for her other children. "Bart and Lisa, many years ago, I told you both to lean on each other and not drift apart. My dearest hope is that you're looking out for each other and sharing a lifelong journey together." This moment bonds Lisa and Bart, who set out to rescue Homer in a "kick-ass rescue mission" and end up reconnecting over the reboot of The Itchy & Scratchy Show. "I'm just so happy my kids are close again," Marge says from the clouds. "I'm just so glad we're allowed to marry different people in heaven," she tells Starr as they share a kiss before they head over to enjoy a shrimp tower. The Simpsons is streaming on Hulu and Disney+. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Bear Season 4 Reviews: Critics Have A Lot Of Feelings About The New Episodes
Critics have been having their say on the much-hyped fourth season of The Bear. Reviews for the new episodes of the US comedy-drama were unveiled on Thursday morning, around the same time that season four premiered on Disney+, and the general consensus is… well… actually, there is no general consensus, with the new season evidently splitting critics right down the middle. While some are saying The Bear's latest iteration is a 'return to form' for the hit show, others were less impressed, describing it as 'burnt out' and even 'boring', although most critics are in agreement that it's an improvement on the third run last year. So, before you tuck into the next course The Bear is serving up, here's a quick smorgasbord of what's being said… '[The Bear is] finally becoming the show it was always destined to be [...] The show is outgrowing its premise, leaving behind 'yes, chef!', lingering closeups of seared beef and screaming matches in the pantry in favour of a different intensity, one that draws even more deeply on the characters and how they fit together. Indulge it – and you will have to indulge it, in a few ways – and you will find this experience just as rich.' 'The good news is that [season four] marks an improvement over its predecessor [...] but just like a restaurant that goes from losing money hand over fist to barely breaking even, 'better' isn't quite the same as 'enough to make the payoff worth the slog'.' 'Where The Bear once seemed almost too restless – exploding with stress and thriving on turmoil, eager to subvert and surprise – the latest run has the feel of a show burnt out from the effort of trying to outdo itself.' '[Season four] exacerbates the stagnation that set in during [season three] that it's bound to make all but the least demanding fans impatient. The show still looks scrumptious. But it has, quite literally, lost the plot.' 'Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri keep finding new levels of rawness and vulnerability as Carmy and Sydney [...] We're not quite back at the Hall of Fame level of the second season, mind you. Several storylines fizzle by the end – even the ticking clock proves to not be as big a deal as promised – or feel like wastes of the performers and characters.' 'Good restaurants serve a reliable version of familiar food, food anyone can like. Great ones do something peculiar that won't be to everyone's taste, won't even make sense, but might inspire love. So it is with television shows.' 'When did The Bear become this boring? The signs were there in the last season […] but now, here we are back at The Bear and nothing much is changing.' 'A return to form. Every character and major storyline gets their due as Carmy finally faces his demons and allows his restaurant to achieve its full potential. The stakes are both financial and emotional, which creates a much better balance of plot and progression. It could be an ending, or a new beginning.' 'The Bear operates best when it is painfully sincere and strips away its own gimmickry to focus on making a good meal. The show still lacks the balance its first two seasons were able to find [...] but compared to its predecessor, this season is the better, more appealing, and more confident version of The Bear.' 'If this is indeed the final season of The Bear, it will have ended on a high note. The finale, in particular, is a masterclass in acting and has none of the fancy cuts or chaotic music that made the first season so iconic, but it does boast the heart that allows the show to really speak to its audience.' 'The heart and soul of The Bear and its return-to-form fourth season – the meat and potatoes, if you will – are the people. The characters keep you coming back for more.' 'Seen one way, [season four] is still pretty fun; an emotionally rich restaurant drama with great food, a few laughs, and lots of heart. Seen another way, though, and it's our second straight disappointment; a prolonged story propped up by its talented cast and dragged out for reasons that remain unclear.' All four seasons of The Bear are now streaming on Disney+. Here's What Jeremy Allen White Actually Said During His Censored Emmys Acceptance Speech People Are Singing Jeremy Allen White's Praises In After First Look At Bruce Springsteen Biopic This Is Why The Bear Fans Can't Seem To Agree About That Supposed Season 3 'Continuity Error'
CBC
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Haunting tales of southwestern Ontario featured in new TV series
If you grew up in Windsor-Essex, chances are you've heard some spooky tales. A new TV show will explore those haunting urban legends. The CBC's Darrin DiCarlo caught up with the show's director to learn more.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Blind Date reboot 'set to return with HUGE twist - and it's inspired by hit ITV dating show'
Blind Date is set to make a sensational return to screens 22 years after it last aired but with a jaw-dropping twist inspired by Love Island. Earlier this month, MailOnline revealed the legendary dating show - famously hosted by the late Cilla Black from 1985 to 2003 - is being rebooted on Disney+. However, the new version will reportedly take place on a tropical island, just like ITV 's Love Island, hosted by Maya Jama – with contestants battling it out for a dream wedding on golden sands. A TV insider told The Sun: 'This sounds like a radical departure from the old Blind Date, one that definitely has hints of Love Island about it. 'But fans will recall a lot of the dates took place in hot, sunny climes abroad, and producers want to recapture some of the steamy fun, and expand upon that. 'Even the wedding element has hints of the old show because the dream was always that the dates on the programme would lead to couples tying the knot.' The iconic British game show originally saw a contestant question three potential dates hidden behind a screen – which would then slide back to reveal their chosen match. According to the insider, the reboot will retain some of the show's most beloved elements, including the famous sliding wall, and producers are said to be seeking a high-profile female host in the spirit of Cilla Black. Disney+ is expected to officially announce the Blind Date revival soon, though details remain tightly under wraps. MailOnline has contacted Disney+ for comment. It comes after MailOnline revealed earlier this month that the legendary dating show is eyeing up several well-known presenters to host the revival. In March, former This Morning host Holly Willoughby was tipped to become the next Cilla, with the presenter lining up a string of big-money deals worth up to £10million. The revival was previously being considered by Holly's husband Dan Baldwin, and the star had previously stepped into Cilla's shoes when she hosted a reboot of Surprise Surprise. An insider told The Sun at the time: 'There might not sound like obvious parallels between Holly and Cilla, but they're both two of the biggest stars of modern telly. 'Emulating Cilla isn't just about taking on her shows, it's as much about carving out a niche as a solo presenter with serious clout in the world of telly. 'But together with her husband Dan, they form the ultimate power couple in TV. She has the public appeal that gets viewers tuning in, while he has a track record of making hugely successful TV shows.' When asked about other shows he'd love to reboot, Dan suggested Blind Date, saying: 'Another one you'd like to see back, Blind Date, are we ready for that? What a Saturday night that was. I'm thinking Blind Date with Claudia Winkleman on BBC1.' Cilla was also married to a big figure in the TV industry, with her husband Robert 'Bobby' Willis, taking over as her manager after Brian Epstein's death in 1967, and negotiating her deal with LWT, which made her one of TV's highest-paid stars. During Blind Date's final year, Cilla was said to be earning £17,000 a week, or £884,000 a year, which is the equivalent of £2million in today's money. Holly had also praised Cilla for being a huge trailblazer for TV presenters in the 1980s and 1990s. The legendary star died in 2015 aged 72. And it appears Holly now has the time for another hosting stint after her Netflix series Celebrity Bear Hunt was axed after one season. The show is also reportedly hoping to get Davina (pictured) in the mix The programme, which was set in Costa Rica and was hosted by Holly alongside Bear Grylls, will not return despite the star saying that he was hopeful it would. Sources close to the show which aired in February told the Mail that while the ratings did well it was expensive to make and Netflix is now planning to do more live events rather than pre-recorded shows. One told MailOnline: 'Everyone was very proud of the show but when it came to it, it was just so expensive to make. You had to have a whole set in Costa Rica, loads of staff and loads of celebrities. The overheads were eyewatering.' It is understood that cheaper locations were looked at but nothing appeared to be suitable.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Noughties movie star Ali Larter's ripped bikini pic at 49
25 years after she first found fame in hits like Varsity Blues and Final Destination, noughties movie star Ali Larter looks absolutely sensational in her latest post. The 49-year-old star posted a stunning mirror selfie taken inside her trailer while filming the TV show Landman. Larter wears a teeny red string bikini in the photo, shared to her Instagram account, showing off her toned abs and legs. 'For all my ladies out there that work hard to be their best everyday,' she wrote in her caption. 'Let's hear how you do it? I had to shoot a bikini scene for my show last week. Playing a character that is so comfortable in her body drives me. So here's how I prep and what I eat for a day on set.' She then went on to detail her daily schedule, which includes waking up at 5:30 in the morning and drinking celery juice and coffee. She also explains she will work out, 'dunk my face in ice water, slather with oil cause of my spray tan' and leave for work by seven in the morning. In the photo, Larter accessorises the red bikini with a diamond cross necklace belonging to her character, which she calls 'my suit of armour for this woman.' '[Ten] minutes of deep breathing to break down the BS I tell myself and redirect my energy to a calm, confident, and creative state while I look over my material,' she wrote. 'And then go walk the walk! Let me know how you build yourself up to look and feel your best. Xo' The comments section was full of fans sending positivity towards the actress, with one writing 'I'll have what she's having. Holy moly Ali,' and another adding, 'Holy smokes- you look UNREAL!! I need to do all of these things immediately!!! #GOALS!!' This isn't the first time the Legally Blond e star has appeared on the show in a bikini. The actress posted a carousel of photos on her Instagram in November 2024 featuring stills from the show while promoting the first season. In the photos, the actress can be seen in a different red bikini, which featured strings wrapped around her abdomen. Larter plays Anglea, Billy Bob Thornton's character's on-again-off-again wife on the Taylor Sheridan-led show, which revolves around the oil business and the people behind it. The show also stars Demi Moore and Jon Hamm. Larter told Fox News Digital she worked with a dialogue coach to nail her character's West Texan accent, and was inspired by her wardrobe to get into character. 'They put a little air in their 'WH's, and so getting in the accent was something for me,' she said. 'Also, you know, Angela is a very glamorous woman, and she loves to like, you know, put on her leopard print bodysuits and her … jeans and so, putting on her wardrobe and her heels was a big thing for me, and the hair and makeup, and then it was a kind of moment of transforming into this character that is very provocative and very bold and comfortable in her body.'
