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Hollywood doesn't forgive. One moment you're on top, then you're not. In some instances, though, the downslide shouldn't surprise anyone, as all it takes is a string of rotten performances or a mega box office bomb to blacklist a star from the industry. Still, how do you explain the actors who disappear from showbiz after a major breakout role then? That's where it gets interesting and complicated.

Even though the world of glitz and glamor appeals to the outside audience, it isn't always as remarkable for the people on the inside. Success comes in different shapes and forms for others, and that's okay because life would be boring otherwise. In some instances, actors lose interest in Hollywood and all it has to offer. It could be that they wanted to experience a slice of normality, or grew sick and tired of playing political games to secure parts, so they choose another path to take.

The Star Wars films contain dozens of notable cameos. Some are subtle, while others are far more obvious (Jack Black and Lizzo in The Mandalorian). But one secret cameo may rule them all: legendary western star John Wayne was in Star Wars: A New Hope, released in 1977.

You'd be forgiven for never noticing his brief appearance in the film, especially considering most fans didn't know for years that the cameo even existed. The whole thing might've been forever forgotten if not for legendary sound designer Ben Burtt, whose credits include the original Star Wars trilogy, E.T., Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Blade Runner. Speaking with Star Wars Blog years ago, Burtt revealed that the character Garindan, played by Sadie Eddon in A New Hope, is actually voiced by none other than The Duke himself, John Wayne.

For those who may not remember, Garindan (also known as Long Snoot...

It is that time of year again when everyone, everywhere, is getting their holiday day cards ready to send out, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are no different.

As Monsters and Critics reported, Prince Harry and Meghan’s card was sent out last year without photographs of their children included.

Prince Harry and Meghan have two young children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, and they keep them out of photographs as much as possible.

Fans love to see glimpses of them or their cousins across the pond, Prince William and Kate Middleton’s children.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are in the news more often than their cousins, but seeing how they have grown is still a delight.

This year, Prince Harry and Meghan have decided to share a photo of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in their photomontage of a Christmas/Holiday Card.

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The journey to stardom is not an easy one. While some celebrities are fortunate enough to be born into the business, others must work tirelessly to climb the ladder of success.

In fact, many of today's most famous stars began their careers as extras in television shows or movies, often just passing by as vague silhouettes in the background—so unrecognizable that you might be surprised to learn they were ever there.

Every actor has a story to tell, many of which come from humble beginnings that can be truly inspiring.

After all, nobody starts at the top, and becoming a great actor doesn’t happen overnight. With that in mind, here are ten celebrities who started as background actors, and their journeys might just surprise you.

1. Brad Pitt

Many may know Brad Pitt as Hollywood royalty, but his journey to stardom began much more modestly.

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Brothers is an action heist comedy adventure series directed by Max Barbakow from a screenplay by Macon Blair. The 2024 film follows the story of two twin criminal brothers and while one is trying to reform the other is trying to pull him in on a dangerous heist. With legal troubles, gunfights, and family drama they must reconcile their differences before they lose out on the score of a lifetime. Brothers stars Josh Brolin and Peter Dinklage in the lead roles with Glenn Close, Brendan Fraser, Marisa Tomei, Jennifer Landon, M. Emmet Walsh, and Taylour Paige starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, dangerous thrills, and compelling characters in Brothers here are some similar movies you should check out next.

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Miss Scarlet has a return date, albeit without the Duke. The PBS British mystery series will return for its fifth season in January with a new title and a new leading man.

Tom Durant Pritchard is joining Kate Phillips, Evan McCabe, Cathy Belton, Felix Scott, Paul Bazely, Simon Ludders, and Tim Chipping for season five of the Masterpiece series set in the Victorian era. The story revolves around Eliza Scarlet (Phillips) as she takes over her dad’s detective agency following his death. The show's first four seasons feature her partnering with gruff Scotland Yard inspector William Wellington (Stuart Martin), aka"The Duke."Read More…...

John Wayne was a humbled man early in the 1960s. His passion project, "The Alamo," had fallen well short of box office expectations in 1961. An epic Western about the siege of the basement-less San Antonio mission, Wayne directed the film and took its failure personally. He didn't need a hit; even at his lowest point in the 1970s, a Wayne picture at a certain budget level was an automatic greenlight. Still, Wayne was a prideful man who actively tended to his legacy; he was mindful of his fan base, and sought their approval. So Wayne came charging out of his corner in 1962, and knocked out every last naysayer with Howard Hawks' "Hatari!," "How the West Was Won," "The Longest Day" and John Ford's "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance."

The Ford movie could've been Wayne's Western swan song, but a rifle-toting Wayne astride a horse still held commercial appeal,...

Ah, the fall. In the words of the great philosopher Calvin, "Bugs are dying by the truckload! Ha ha ha! Good riddance to 'em all!" We've still a few weeks left of summer on the calendar, but the days are already getting shorter and dead, crunchy leaves have suddenly begun turning up in my backyard. More relevant to this discussion, it's that time of year when Netflix's original slate typically becomes a whole lot more interesting. This is when the streamer starts rolling out the awards season hopefuls it acquired at film festivals earlier in the year, along with some of its more niche genre films and TV series.

Whatever you flavor is -- whether you're in the mood to traumatize yourself by viewing Studio Ghibli's harrowing animated masterpiece "Grave of the Fireflies" or hate-watch the second half of "Emily in Paris" season 4 or the new season of...

The animated series “Solar Opposites” has brought significant alterations both behind the scenes and within its storyline for the fifth season on Hulu. The show, which centers around an alien family stuck on Earth, has introduced a new voice actor for a principal character and revived an important villain from earlier episodes.

British actor Dan Stevens, known for starring roles in “Downton Abbey” and “Beauty and the Beast,” now voices the character of Korvo, one of the main aliens. This replaces the previous voice actor Justin Roiland, who co-created the show but lost his job after facing domestic violence charges in 2020. Stevens said he’s enthusiastic about the new part in an interview, expressing his passion for voice acting in adult animation projects.

A key subplot in the series follows miniature humans inhabiting a self-contained world inside a terrarium made by one of the aliens. This “Wall” story arc saw the return of The Duke,...

Exclusive: Netflix has found the actor set to play President Garfield’s daughter in upcoming biographical series Death By Lightning produced by Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss.

British up-and-comer Laura Marcus (The Serpent Queen) will portray Mollie Garfield opposite Michael Shannon, who leads as the 20th Potus.

The series from Mike Makowsky (Bad Education), which is being EP’d by Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem‘s Benioff and Weiss via their overall deal with Netflix, tells the stranger-than-fiction true story of Garfield’s assassination by Charles Guiteau (Matthew Macfadyen).

Garfield was President in 1881 and was assassinated later that year, having previously served nine terms as a Congressman. He was elected as a Senator but declined this when he became President, despite having not sought the office. He was shot by Guiteau, who felt he had played a major role in Garfield’s election. The...

The season premiere of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” scored 3.71 million viewers on July 10, making it the most-watched telecast of the night among broadcasters.

Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, “Millionaire” is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The show, returning for the first time in several years (and marking the return of a studio audience after two seasons without one due to Covid-19) opened with John Mulaney and Nick Kroll paired for one segment, and Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell and paired for the other. The episode outperformed its most recent season finale in 2021 by 28% in total viewers, and stood as the night’s top entertainment telecast in adults ages 18 to 49 (0.44 rating).

After three days of time-shifted viewing, the premiere remained the top program of the night in L+3 (0.47 rating).

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“Hop,” the whimsical preschool series about an empathetic frog and his quirky friends from “Arthur” creator Marc Brown,...

The Royal Ascot is Britain’s annual horseracing festival and a significant event for the royal family. It has been a staple in the summer social calendar of the royals since 1711 when Queen Anne established the annual race meeting.

Members Of The Royal Family Are Allowed In The Royal Enclosure

It is a five-day event and England’s equivalent to the Kentucky Derby, except it is more formal, proper, and prestigious. The opening day of the Royal Ascot this year was June 18th.

Each day of racing starts with the Royal procession from Windsor Castle, where the King, Queen, and accompanying members of the royal family come to the track in horse-drawn carriages.

Members of the royal family are allowed in the Royal Enclosure, established in 1822, when the area was explicitly reserved for the family and guests of King George IV to see the first running of the gold cup.

The royal family‘s website has reportedly deleted a “strong, angry, honest” statement posted by Prince Harry in 2016 confirming his romance with and defending Meghan Markle. Harry’s message was live for seven years. However, a new report reveals the link has been inactive since the end of 2023.

Prince Harry’s 2016 royal statement is no longer live on family’s website

In November 2016, Prince Harry released a statement directed toward the United Kingdom’s press. His frustration came after then-girlfriend Meghan Markle was at the center of a negative publicity firestorm.

According to Newsweek, the link to find the letter, once live on the royal family website, no longer functions. The outlet reports the last time the link operated was on Dec. 3, 2023. By Dec. 10, Harry’s message no longer appeared.

Harry called the press’ treatment of Meghan a “wave of abuse and harassment” after news of their romance became public.

The Rocky movies are pretty synonymous with cinema. You’ve got every kind of movie you could want, the intimate Academy Award-winning underdog original and its closely knit sequel, the fun and cheesy spectacles of Rocky III and Rocky IV, the misguided attempt to recapture its roots with Rocky V, and the old war horse, broken down, one-last-fight inspiration of Rocky Balboa. The story behind the first movie is as engaging as the movie itself, which is why it will be the subject of a new movie from Peter Farrelly called I Play Rocky.

Blu-ray.com has unveiled that Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will now be releasing the Rocky series, sans Creed spin-offs, with the new 4K Ultra HD Rocky: Ultimate Knockout Collection. The set will encompass all versions of the commercially released films in Uhd, which includes both the theatrical version of Rocky IV and the recut Rocky Vs.

Prime Video has released the first photos from My Lady Jane, the quick-witted romantic new series set in an alt-fantasy Tudor world. The series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on Thursday, June 27, in more than 240 countries and territories around the world.

Inspired by the best-selling book, My Lady Jane is a radical retelling of English royal history, in which King Henry VIII’s son Edward does not die of tuberculosis, Lady Jane Grey is not beheaded, and neither is her rascal of a husband, Guildford.

At the center of this rollicking new series is the brilliant and headstrong Jane, who is unexpectedly crowned queen overnight and finds herself the target of nefarious villains coming for the crown (and her head)… My Lady Jane is an epic tale of true love and high adventure, where the damsel in distress saves herself, her true love, and then the Kingdom.

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Miss Scarlet and the Duke will return to PBS for a fifth season, the network has confirmed. But the new episodes will be missing a key cast member. Series star Stuart Martin, who plays William “The Duke” Wellington, will not appear in season 5.

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On Feb. 29, PBS announced that Miss Scarlet and The Duke had been renewed for season 5. Unfortunately, the news came with a twist that’s sure to disappoint fans of the period detective drama.

“We’re headed back to Victorian London as Kate Phillips returns as Eliza Scarlet for a fifth season of investigations and adventures. However, Stuart Martin, aka ‘The Duke,’ will not return,” Masterpiece PBS announced on Instagram.

PBS has renewed Miss Scarlet and The Duke for a fifth season, but the upcoming season will be without one of its stars -- Stuart Martin, aka The Duke. Due to the actor's exit, the Masterpiece series will be retitled Miss Scarlet.

Starring Martin, Kate Phillips, Ansu Kabia, Andrew Gower, and Kevin Doyle, the series follows Eliza Scarlet (Phillips) after she is left penniless when her father dies in 1882 in London. She takes over her dad's detective agency alone while working under his name. She struggles to build her reputation and frequently calls on her lifelong friend, gruff Scottland Yard detective William Wellington (Martin)

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Miss Scarlet and The Duke are out; Miss Scarlet is in. PBS has announced major changes to the period piece as it renews the series for Season 5. Stuart Martin, who plays the titular William “The Duke” Wellington, is leaving the series, and from this point on, it will be titled Miss Scarlet. Kate Phillips will remain in her leading role of Eliza Scarlet. Miss Scarlet and The Duke follows Eliza Scarlet, Victorian London’s first-ever female detective, who spars (and sparks) with Scotland Yard Detective Inspector William Wellington, aka The Duke. Eliza is a headstrong woman, and William is her childhood friend turned professional competition. Season 4 of the series premiered on January 7 on PBS. In it, Eliza took over the business Nash & Sons. Meanwhile, her will-they-won’t-they dynamic with the Duke came to a head. By Season 4 Episode 4, their relationship had changed forever. The Season 4 finale aired on February 11. Martin...

The new Netflix series The Gentlemen from Guy Ritchie has an official full-length trailer and character posters!

The new series sees Eddie Horniman (Theo James) unexpectedly inherit his father’s sizable country estate – only to discover it’s part of a cannabis empire. Moreover, a host of unsavory characters from Britain’s criminal underworld want a piece of the operation. Determined to extricate his family from their clutches, Eddie tries to play the gangsters at their own game. However, as he gets sucked into the world of criminality, he begins to find a taste for it.

If you don’t know, the series is based on Guy‘s 2019 film of the same name. That film starred Matthew McConaughey and Charlie Hunnam.

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The series stars Vinnie Jones, Joely Richardson, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Giancarlo Esposito, Peter Serafinowicz, and Max Beesley.

The show will debut on March 7, 2024.

Watch the trailer below,...

The stars of the upcoming live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender series are stepping out for the premiere of their new Netflix show!

Leading young stars Kiawentiio, Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley and Dallas Liu showed off their fashion on the gold carpet at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on Thursday evening (February 15) in Los Angeles.

The four stars of the show were joined by many of their co-stars, including Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Daniel Dae Kim, Elizabeth Yu, Ken Leung, and many more!

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Avatar: The Last Airbender is a live-action reimagining of the popular Nickelodeon animated series, which follows Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.

The upcoming new series is set to debut Next Thursday, February 22nd on Netflix. Check out the trailer here!

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The Season 4 finale of Miss Scarlet & the Duke only recently aired, but fans already have their eyes toward the horizon wondering if they can potentially see Season 5 in the future.

Starring Kate Phillips, Miss Scarlet & the Duke follows London's first-ever female detective, Eliza Scarlet, as she works alongside an inspector named William Wellington, who also goes by "The Duke."

The show first aired in 2020, and after four seasons, it has gained quite a fanbase.

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Theo James as Eddie Horniman in ‘The Gentlemen’ (Photo Credit: Christopher Rafael/Netflix)

Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen series, set in the same world as his 2020 The Gentleman film, will premiere on Netflix on March 7, 2024. Ritchie created the series, writes, directs, and executive produces the eight-episode season starring Theo James.

Joining Theo James are Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones, Giancarlo Esposito, Chanel Cresswell, Michael Vu, and Max Beesley. Jasmine Blackborow, Harry Goodwins, Dar Salim, Pearce Quigley, Ruby Sear, Peter Serafinowicz, Ray Winstone, and Guz Khan also star.

Ritchie’s co-writers include Matthew Read, Haleema Mirza, Billy and Theo Mason Wood, Stuart Carolan, and John Jackson. Nima Nourizadeh, Eran Creevy, and David Caffrey serve as directors.

“The Gentlemen sees Eddie Horniman (Theo James) unexpectedly inherit his father’s sizable country estate – only to discover it’s part of a cannabis empire. Moreover, a host of unsavory characters from...

Get ready to peek behind the curtains of British Aristocracy with the new character posters from the Netflix original series The Gentlemen. The new show is inspired by Guy Ritchie‘s film of the same name. Ritchie himself is wearing multiple hats behind the scenes as the creator, writer, and executive producer. He has also directed the first two episodes of the series. The show was also previously known to premiere sometime next month, but we now have a release date as Netflix announced the premiere will be on March 7.

The official logline from Netflix reads,

“The Gentlemen sees Eddie Horniman (Theo James) unexpectedly inherit his father’s sizable country estate – only to discover it’s part of a clandestine cannabis empire. Moreover, many unsavory characters from Britain’s criminal underworld want a piece of the operation. Determined to extricate his family from their clutches, Eddie tries to play the gangsters at their own game.

It’s Oscar night 1987, Jeff Bridges and Sigourney Weaver are dressed up all fancy, ready to tear open that majestic envelope and read the name of the best supporting actor of the year. The competition was tough but when but the victor of the night was that of Sir Michael Caine for his wonderful performance in the Woody Allen flick Hannah and Her Sisters. The audiences erupted with applause as they celebrated Mr. Caine’s triumphant Oscar glory. But then silence nothing… the actor is nowhere to be found. Where could he be? What event could drag him away from this ceremony? Unfortunately, it would turn out the Michael Caine was stuck in the furious jaws of Universal and was out battling stupid sharks instead. That’s right, Michael Caine missed this Oscars because of Jaws: The Revenge. Was it worth it? Of the universally panned sharkie fourquel, Michael Caine said,...

Mystery and intrigue await viewers in the upcoming episode of “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” Season 4, titled “The Fugitive,” set to air on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at 8:00 Pm on PBS. This thrilling period drama continues to captivate audiences with its intriguing narratives and charismatic characters.

In this episode, our clever and determined protagonist, Eliza, faces her most challenging case yet. She must track down a fugitive who stands accused of murder, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Eliza’s reputation, livelihood, and everything she holds dear are on the line as she races against time to unravel the truth.

As viewers dive into the world of 19th-century London, they’ll be treated to a captivating blend of historical authenticity and a gripping storyline. “Miss Scarlet and the Duke” has garnered praise for its compelling characters and the chemistry between Eliza and her counterpart, the Duke.

Don’t miss out on the suspense,...

Viewers are in for a thrilling ride as “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” returns with its Season 4 Episode 5, titled “The Calling.” This crime drama series has kept audiences hooked with its intriguing mysteries, strong characters, and the dynamic partnership between Eliza Scarlet and Detective William Wellington, also known as “The Duke.”

In this episode, which airs on Sunday, February 4th, 2024, at 8:00 Pm on PBS, the stakes are higher than ever. Eliza and Nash find themselves in the midst of an explosive case that takes them deep into a cutthroat industry. Secrets are abundant, and it seems that some are willing to go to any lengths, even murder, to protect them.

What makes this show truly captivating is the tension-filled collaboration between the brilliant and independent Eliza Scarlet and the steadfast Detective Duke. Their chemistry and banter add depth to the storyline, making it a must-watch for fans of mystery and period dramas.

Kingston, Jamaica rolled out the red carpet to welcome Bob Marley: One Love with a hometown Jamaica premiere, hosted by Fae Ellington at the Carib 5 Theatre in Kingson, Jamaica on January 23, 2023!

In attendance were the stars of the film: Kingsley Ben-Adir, James Norton, Aston Barrett Jr., Anna-SharéBlake, Gawaine “J-Summa” Campbell, Naomi Cowan, Alexx “A-Game” Gallimore, Quan-Dajai Henriques, David Kerr, Hector Roots Lewis, Abijah “Naki Wailer” Livingston, Brian Todd Boucher, Cornelius Grant, Sheldon Shepherd, Wilfred Chambers (aka Ricky Chaplin), Nia Ashi, and Sundra Oakley. Along with director Reinaldo Marcus Green; producers Robert Teitel, Jeremy Kleiner, Ziggy Marley, and Rita Marley; and executive producer Orly Marley. Additional guests included: Paramount Pictures President & CEO Brian Robbins and wife Tracy Robbins; Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex; and Most Honorable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica. (Check out some photos from the event below.)

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could have led the royal family out of its current royal health crisis. However, a royal correspondent believes the palace “failed” by allowing the couple to exit without anticipating such situations. They could have taken the “full mantle” while King Charles and Kate Middleton recuperated.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could have stepped in during health crisis

Royal correspondent Daniela Elser believes Kensington Palace didn’t contemplate every possible situation when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle exited the royal family in 2020. When the couple chose to leave their duties as senior royals behind, the palace let them go.

Elser wrote, “Thanks to Harry’s memoir Spare, [the palace’s] attempts to come up with some strategy never really got off the ground. While the idea was floated for the Sussexes to relocate to South Africa, which they were keen to do, that fell by the wayside after it ended up in the press.

PBS’s “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” unfolds a riveting episode with Season 4, Episode 4, entitled “The Diamond Feather.” Airing at 8:00 Pm on Sunday, January 28, 2024, this installment takes viewers on a rollercoaster of intrigue and suspense.

Eliza’s world takes a turn when a familiar face arrives, questioning her position at Nash and Sons. Just as things seemed to be on the upswing, this unexpected development throws a curveball into her life. As the plot thickens, Duke faces a proposition that places their relationship at a critical juncture, adding an element of crisis that tests the dynamics between the characters.

PBS invites fans of the series to immerse themselves in the Victorian-era drama, where secrets, relationships, and professional pursuits intertwine. “The Diamond Feather” promises to be a pivotal episode, brimming with suspense and drama. Don’t miss the unraveling mysteries and intricate relationships this Sunday night!

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Get ready for a captivating journey into the past with “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” in Season 4 Episode 3, titled “Origins.” Airing at 8:00 Pm on Sunday, January 21, 2024, on PBS, this episode unravels the intriguing tale of how it all began, taking viewers 12 years earlier to witness the very first meeting between Duke and Eliza.

The narrative unfolds as the audience delves into the origins of their relationship, offering insights into the circumstances that brought these dynamic characters together for the first time. “Origins” promises to be a compelling episode that not only adds depth to the storyline but also provides a fresh perspective on the characters and their evolving dynamics.

Tune in for a mesmerizing evening as “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” invites viewers to witness the beginnings of a captivating partnership, shedding light on the events that set the stage for the thrilling mysteries that unfold in the series.

More crimes and detective shenanigans are in store for the returning cast of Miss Scarlet and The Duke in Season 4. 

Miss Scarlet and The Duke follows the journey of Victorian London's first female detective, Eliza Scarlet, as she grapples with the ups and downs of police work alongside veteran inspector William Wellington. 

The British period drama premiered on Masterpiece on PBS on January 7. 

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Step into the intriguing world of “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” as Season 4 Episode 2, titled “Six Feet Under,” unfolds a captivating tale. Airing at 8:00 Pm on Sunday, January 14, 2024, on PBS, this episode takes a dark turn when a close friend of Mr. Potts is tragically murdered. The indomitable Eliza Scarlet, played by the brilliant Kate Phillips, finds herself thrust into the shadows of Victorian undertakers as she embarks on a gripping investigation.

The narrative promises a riveting exploration of the macabre, unraveling the secrets hidden within the dimly lit corners of the Victorian era. As Eliza delves into the mysterious world surrounding the murder, viewers can expect a clever blend of suspense, historical intrigue, and the unwavering determination of the show’s charismatic protagonist.

Tune in for an evening of suspense and deduction as “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” continues to weave a narrative that...

This Sunday at 8:00 Pm on PBS, fans of “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” are in for an enthralling start to Season 4 with the episode titled “Elysium.” The dynamic duo, led by the spirited Eliza and the ever-dapper Duke, embarks on a gripping investigation into a burglary at a high-end brothel. The intrigue deepens as the establishment caters to none other than influential members of the British government.

In “Elysium,” viewers can anticipate a perfect blend of mystery, historical charm, and the undeniable chemistry between Eliza and the Duke. The episode promises to unravel a complex web of secrets, scandal, and high-stakes detective work, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.

As Eliza and Duke team up once again to crack the case, “Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece” Season 4 Episode 1 ensures a captivating start to the new season, offering fans a tantalizing taste of the...

Exclusive: Masterpiece has dropped the trailer for season 4 of All Creatures Great and Small, returning Jan. 7 to PBS.

Season 4 sees Nicholas Ralph reprise his role as young country vet James Herriot, now happily married to Helen Herriot, played by Rachel Shenton (For Her Sins). Samuel West (Slow Horses) returns as James’ erratic mentor Siegfried Farnon while Anna Madeley (Patrick Melrose) continues as Mrs. Hall, matriarch of Skeldale House. Patricia Hodge (A Very English Scandal) also reprises her role as the eccentric Mrs. Pumphrey, and Derek as her Pekingese Tricki.

It’s Spring 1940 and with Europe at war, the community in Darrowby are pulling together more than ever before. With Tristan away serving, Siegfried and James bring in some extra hands to help around the practice: highly efficient bookkeeper Miss Harbottle, and student vet Richard Carmody. Happily married Helen and James begin to think about their future despite the looming possibility...

Masterpiece has released the first trailer for Miss Scarlet and The Duke ahead of its season four premiere on Jan. 7 at 8 on PBS.

In the new season, Kate Phillips and Stuart Martin return as the titular will-they-won’t-they crime solvers. Eliza has taken over the business of Nash & Sons (not that he has any sons), and things are not going entirely smoothly, although help comes from some familiar sources. Outside of work, her relationship with William (The Duke) builds towards a looming decision that will shape both their lives.

The drama returns on the same night as All Creatures Great and Small, which is also returning for its fourth season. It will pick up in springtime of 1940 with change on the horizon for everyone in Skeldale House. James and Helen wonder when the right time might be to start a family, not knowing whether...

Sylvester Stallone‘s Rocky is a classic film about a small-time Philadelphia boxer who gets to fight a heavyweight champion—the redemption tale centered on hard-luck Rocky’s quest for self-respect. The story hit a nerve with moviegoers and subsequently spawned a multitude of sequels. Today, is Sylvester Stallone the oldest living member of the Rocky cast?

Who is still alive from the ‘Rocky’ series of films?

The Rocky films created iconic characters beloved by film fans. These include Rocky and Adrian Balboa, Paulie Penning, Apollo Creed, Micky Goldmill, Duke Evers, Clubber Lang, Ivan and Ludmilla Drago, and Tommy Gunn. But is Sylvester Stallone currently the oldest living member of the Rocky cast?

Sylvester Stallone, who played Rocky Balboa, is the oldest living member of the cast at 77, but he doesn’t share that distinction alone. Talia Shire played his wife, Adrian Balboa, and is also 77.

Carl Weathers, who played...

Maroon 5 headlined the One805LIVE! Music Festival fundraiser at Kevin Costner's estate near Summerland on Friday, September 22. Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex presented the annual Heart of the Community Awards that recognize incredible contributions to the first responder community.

“We were absolutely delighted that internationally well-known residents of Santa Barbara County including Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Kevin Costner and more supported Santa Barbara County’s First Responders, by joining us at One805LIVE! this year," said Kirsten Cavendish, CEO and Co-Founder of One805.

In addition to Maroon 5, the musical Line-up included legendary singer and songwriter John Fogerty the founder of the band Creedence Clearwater Revival for which he was the lead singer, guitarist and principal songwriter.

Also, Santa Barbara’s own Dishwalla, Alan Parsons OBE, David Pack (Ambrosia), Elliott Easton (Cars) and Jeff “Skunk” Baxter...

Prince Harry’s no longer a “royal highness,” as far as the British royal family’s website goes. It underwent a small update, particularly surrounding the Duke of Sussex’s title, which an expert doesn’t believe was a “slight.”

The royal family removed Prince Harry’s ‘royal highness’ title from their website Prince Harry | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

After The Daily Express called out the royal family’s website for calling Harry “His Royal Highness,” his title changed. On the website, that is. Harry went from an Hrh to being referred to as simply “The Duke” on his biography page.

The royal family also corrected another error pointed out by the outlet: Harry being the youngest son of the Prince of Wales. Harry’s father, King Charles III, used to be the Prince of Wales. However, the title now belongs to Harry’s brother, Prince William. Meaning that...

The first project that Netflix greenlit after inking a mega-deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, is finally coming.

More than two years after the streamer gave the go to “Heart of Invictus,” the docuseries will debut Aug. 30 on Netflix. The five-part doc will follow international competitors at the Invictus Games, an international sporting event that Prince Harry founded in 2014 for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women.

“Our Invictus Games community represents some of the bravest and most dedicated individuals from 23 nations across the globe,” says Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, in a statement. “‘Heart of Invictus’ is the incredible story of competitors brought together through service, who are now united through sport. While in various stages of recovery from both visible and invisible injuries, these competitors and their loved ones give a compelling look at their journey to the Invictus Games, in...

Prince Archie received a special surprise for his 4th birthday on May 6.

The owners of Mad Dogs & Englishmen Bike Shop in Montecito, California — the area where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle live — took to Instagram to share a letter they’d been sent from the pair, after surprising the youngster with a bike.

The letter — that was signed by Harrison Colcord on behalf of Harry and Meghan — read, “On behalf of Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke, and Duchess of Sussex, please accept their sincere thanks for the thoughtful gift you sent to Prince Archie for his fourth birthday.

“The bike has brought much joy and is most appreciated by the family. They asked that I convey their gratitude at the lovely surprise.”

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Marion Robert Morrison, more commonly known as John Wayne or ‘The Duke,’ left a lasting imprint on American cinema. His career spanned five decades, during which time he starred in 179 films and delivered countless illustrious performances.

He rose to fame with his starring role as Ringo Kid in the 1939 classic ‘Stagecoach,’ and would go on to play characters like Ethan Edwards in Ford’s 1956 ‘The Searchers’ – cementing his place in American film history.

In this blog post, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best John Wayne movies, which capture the actor’s undeniable talent and unforgotten legacy. From westerns like ‘True Grit’ (1969) to war films like ‘The Longest Day’ (1962), Wayne left an indelible mark on our collective culture.

The Highest-Rated John Wayne Films on IMDb ‘The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance’ (1962) – 8.1/10 ‘Rio Bravo’ (1959) – 8/10 ‘The Searchers’ (1956) – 7.9/10 ‘Stagecoach’ (1939) – 7.8/10 ‘Red River’ (1948) – 7.8/10 ‘The Longest Day’ (1962) – 7.7/10 ‘The Quiet Man’ (1952) – 7.7/10 ‘The Shootist...

The end was in sight for John Wayne when he took the part of aging gunfighter J.B. Books in Don Siegel's 1976 Western "The Shootist." He was only 69, but the quintessential American movie star hadn't been nice to his body. Decades of drinking and smoking had taken their toll. He'd lost a lung and a couple of ribs to cancer in the 1960s, but had evidently been in remission since. Still, his energy was flagging. He'd struggled throughout the filming of "Rooster Coburn," and was being asked to literally hop back on a horse in the elevated altitude of Carson City, Nevada. He had not been diagnosed with a return of the cancer that would kill him three years later, but The Duke looked a deathly shadow of his former, swaggering self.

Culturally, there was a sense that people should celebrate Wayne while he was still around (for those willing...

In its initial opening weekend, "Creed III" genuinely knocked out box office expectations (and records), its competition, and prior "Rocky" first weekends all in one punch. This third franchise entry sees Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan) confronted by his past in the form of childhood-friend-turned-enemy Damian "Dame" Anderson (Jonathan Majors). Following an early situation that left Dame locked up while Adonis got away, Dame reemerges after almost two decades' incarceration with dreams of restoring his once-promising early boxing career. It's yet another memorable performance from the electric Majors in bringing Dame to life, alongside Michael B. Jordan expanding the "Creed" universe as both filmmaker and star. 

While "Creed III" certainly boasts great performances and stunningly executed fights, one of its greatest elements is the film's attention to detail, showcasing the filmmakers' love for and knowledge of the sport of boxing. Woven into Dame's arc, character, style, and fighting habits are...

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There are few franchises as enduring and roundly beloved as "Rocky." Sylvester Stallone was a nobody actor who managed to pick himself up by his bootstraps and turn this story of a nobody boxer into a critical darling and box office smash, as well as an enduring piece of Americana. More than that, the perceived quality of this franchise, nearly 50 years after its inception and nine films in, is pretty damn impressive. But before "Creed" came along to revitalize the series for a new generation, it was "Rocky Balboa" that revived it and made the spin-off possible in the first place.

The 2006 film is notable for an array of reasons, most notably that it featured Stallone getting back in the ring at...

For nearly fifty years, the saga of Rocky Balboa has been one of the most enduring works of American fiction. The powerhouse first movie told the story of a boxing underdog who gets, and makes the most of, the chance of a lifetime, which dramatically paralleled the rags-to-riches story of the film's own writer and star, Sylvester Stallone, a no-name actor who built a blockbuster career out of "Rocky." It was practically legendary from the start, though its massive success was a double-edged sword.

Over the course of four sequels and a spin-off trilogy, Rocky Balboa proceeded to inspire generation after generation with satisfying stories about defying the odds, reclaiming your dignity, and that one time Rocky bought a robot. But there's one film in the series that most people, including Stallone, don't think was a success.

Actually, that's putting it far too mildly. Stallone has gone on record as...

It’s been nearly 50 years since a southpaw from Philly went the distance with Apollo Creed. Back then it was a genuinely euphoric moment in cinema, so feel-good that Rocky over-performed at the box office and Oscars, beating out flicks like Network and Taxi Driver for Best Picture, and making Sylvester Stallone one of the biggest movie stars of his generation. Yet even the most elated audiences could scarcely predict how long a tail Balboa’s left hook would have.

Forty-six years on, the legacy of Rocky and Apollo grows with nine films and counting, including six Rocky movies and three Creed films, the latter about Apollo’s son Adonis (Michael B. Jordan). And as time passed, many of the installments have become as synonymous with their eras as, well, Rocky is with the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Hence we here at Den of Geek have put...

The Rocky movies all started with Sylvester Stallone, which became a cultural phenomenon. It extended into the recent Creed franchise, which stars Michael B. Jordan in the lead role of Adonis Creed. Here’s a look at all Rocky and Creed movies, according to Rotten Tomatoes scores.

‘Rocky V’ (1990) Sylvester Stallone as Rocky | United Artists/Getty Images

Rocky Balboa (Stallone) recently retired, but his accountant landed him into some serious financial troubles. He makes the bold decision to mentor a younger boxer named Tommy (Tommy Morrison). Meanwhile, Rocky tries to improve his relationship with his son, Robert (Sage Stallone).

Rocky V sits at the bottom of all of the movies with 31% on both the Tomato-meter and the audience score. It strives to capture the original film’s spirit, but it falls incredibly short.

‘Rocky IV’ (1985) L-R: Sylvester Stallone as Rocky and Dolph Lundgren as Ivan Drago | Sunset Boulevard...

There isn't a more instantly identifiable movie location in the United States than Monument Valley. Situated at the Arizona-Utah border, the area provides a visually striking backdrop thanks to its series of buttes. John Ford made the valley famous via his groundbreaking Western "Stagecoach," and revisited it throughout his legendary career. Over the last 74 years, filmmakers as diverse as Stanley Kubrick, Sergio Leone, Harold Ramis, Steven Spielberg, and Michael Bay have dropped in on the ruggedly beautiful locale with everything from hominins, Chevy Chase, and Transformers. It's a cinematic sandbox every movie lover is desperate to visit. And we all have Ford to thank for this.

Or perhaps not.

One of Ford's other major discoveries was a monument of a man named John Wayne. The tall, swaggering Iowan seemed consigned to a career as a star of B-Westerns until Ford decided he was literally ready for his close-up in "Stagecoach.

Comedy Central’s animated series South Park mocks Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, in the second episode of season 25. The series, which has taken aim at many famous faces throughout its history, focuses on the royal couple’s search for peace in an episode titled “The Worldwide Privacy Tour.”

‘South Park’ parodies the arrival of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to Canada in 2019 | Comedy Central/Netflix/Courtesy of Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke, and Duchess of Sussex What is the ‘South Park’ episode ‘The Worldwide Privacy Tour’ about?

According to the series’ official website, South Park tackles Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s search for solitude. The couple left the United Kingdom upon leaving their roles as senior royal family members in 2010.

The episode synopsis reads, “the prince of Canada and his wife try to find privacy and seclusion in a small mountain town.” This lampoons Harry...

It's rare to see John Wayne back down in a standoff, but that's exactly what happened when shooting one of his most revered films. By 1939, Wayne was no stranger to Westerns, though he wasn't yet a household name. Wayne had already appeared in a string of uncredited roles in films by the legendary director John Ford in the late '20s. So, when Ford made his triumphant return to the Western genre with "Stagecoach" he tapped Wayne for the lead character, Ringo Kid.

Casting Wayne was the first of a lengthy series of battles with United Artists. The studio wanted a big name for the film, but Ford had a feeling about the charismatic 32 year old and insisted on him for the role. Ford introduces viewers to Wayne in dramatic fashion, with a zoom-in on a rifle-wielding Ringo Kid in front of a gorgeous landscape of Monument Valley plateaus (where...