As Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis (D) celebrated her primary election victory on Tuesday night, her former colleague and boyfriend, special prosecutor Nathan Wade, watched from the audience.
In March, Wade abruptly resigned from his role as the special prosecutor in the high-profile Georgia election interference case and admitted to a romantic affair with Willis while he was working there. The presiding judge, Scott McAfee, stated that due to the affair, either Willis or Wade would need to recuse themselves from the case.
Lawyers who represented Donald Trump and the 14 others accused in the alleged scheme to illegally overturn Trump’s loss in the 2020 Georgia presidential election quickly seized upon the revelation. They requested McAfee dismiss the case and argued that Willis and Wade had benefited financially from their relationship through lavish vacations and that Wade had been paid more than other prosecutors who worked on the same case.
In March, Wade abruptly resigned from his role as the special prosecutor in the high-profile Georgia election interference case and admitted to a romantic affair with Willis while he was working there. The presiding judge, Scott McAfee, stated that due to the affair, either Willis or Wade would need to recuse themselves from the case.
Lawyers who represented Donald Trump and the 14 others accused in the alleged scheme to illegally overturn Trump’s loss in the 2020 Georgia presidential election quickly seized upon the revelation. They requested McAfee dismiss the case and argued that Willis and Wade had benefited financially from their relationship through lavish vacations and that Wade had been paid more than other prosecutors who worked on the same case.
- 5/22/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Former model Crystal McKinney has filed a lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs alleging she was drugged and sexually assaulted by the music mogul at his New York City recording studio in 2003.
According to the complaint, filed in New York and obtained by and reported on by NBC News, a then 22-year-old McKinney, first met Combs at a dinner at Cipriani Downtown in Manhattan and was told she “was going to make it big one day” as a model and was promised help in her career.
The lawsuit adds that later that evening McKinney went to Combs’ recording studio and one of his associates offered her a joint of marijuana. “Plaintiff later came to understand that Combs had laced the joint with a narcotic or other intoxicating substance,” the suit alleges.
“Seeing Plaintiff was very intoxicated, Combs demanded Plaintiff follow him and he physically led Plaintiff to the bathroom,” the complaint adds,...
According to the complaint, filed in New York and obtained by and reported on by NBC News, a then 22-year-old McKinney, first met Combs at a dinner at Cipriani Downtown in Manhattan and was told she “was going to make it big one day” as a model and was promised help in her career.
The lawsuit adds that later that evening McKinney went to Combs’ recording studio and one of his associates offered her a joint of marijuana. “Plaintiff later came to understand that Combs had laced the joint with a narcotic or other intoxicating substance,” the suit alleges.
“Seeing Plaintiff was very intoxicated, Combs demanded Plaintiff follow him and he physically led Plaintiff to the bathroom,” the complaint adds,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Update: The testimony is done in Donald Trump’s hush money trial, and the jurors are off until next Tuesday, but Judge Juan Merchan still found cause this afternoon to call out one of Trump’s lawyers.
Merchan scolded lawyer Emil Bove during a conference on jury instructions for trying to resurrect a defense that the judge rejected during pre-trial motions. Merchan said it was “disingenuous” of Bove to bring the matter up again. It was a moment reminiscent of the judge warning defense lawyer Todd Blanche that he was “losing all credibility” during a gag order hearing in April.
The subject today was “advice of counsel,” in which defendants can lessen or eliminate their guilt by providing evidence that they relied on what their lawyers told them. More than two hours into the negotiation, Bove raised the subject — but apparently under a different name, “involvement of counsel.” The language...
Merchan scolded lawyer Emil Bove during a conference on jury instructions for trying to resurrect a defense that the judge rejected during pre-trial motions. Merchan said it was “disingenuous” of Bove to bring the matter up again. It was a moment reminiscent of the judge warning defense lawyer Todd Blanche that he was “losing all credibility” during a gag order hearing in April.
The subject today was “advice of counsel,” in which defendants can lessen or eliminate their guilt by providing evidence that they relied on what their lawyers told them. More than two hours into the negotiation, Bove raised the subject — but apparently under a different name, “involvement of counsel.” The language...
- 5/21/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
The Yellowstone drama has been a serious part of the modern popular culture that has filtered out of the lives of the cast, crew, and director and into that of the audience. For more than a year now, Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan have nipped at each otherʼs heels trying to resolve the issue via compromise, but while misconceptions have muddied the water for the viewers, the relationship between the showʼs director and his lead remains very much the same.
Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]For the better part of the past year, the extensive commitment that Sheridan has granted toward the creation of separate shows for Paramount Network has led to a chasm between the Yellowstone scribe and Costner. Sheridanʼs inability to stick to his promised timeline and finish filming the series finale made the actor back out of the deal to fulfill his passion project, Horizon: An American Saga.
Kevin...
Yellowstone [Credit: Paramount Network]For the better part of the past year, the extensive commitment that Sheridan has granted toward the creation of separate shows for Paramount Network has led to a chasm between the Yellowstone scribe and Costner. Sheridanʼs inability to stick to his promised timeline and finish filming the series finale made the actor back out of the deal to fulfill his passion project, Horizon: An American Saga.
Kevin...
- 5/21/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Over a year after Phil Drechsler was arrested on child pornography charges, the former Knbc-tv news producer has made a plea deal with prosecutors that could see him receiving a greatly reduced sentence.
Picked up on the run in Cincinnati in April 2023, Drechsler today entered a guilty plea in federal court on the lone charge of distribution of child pornography, a May 20 filing of a revised plea agreement details Compelled to register as a sex offender, wearing a monitoring device, and stay away from schools, kids, computers, post office boxes and much more, Drechsler’s deal with the government will see prosecutors’ request the judge to sentence the 11-year Knbc vet to the statutory minimum required.
On a charge that could see an offender behind bars for up to 20 years, Drechsler may get just five years in prison, five years supervised release, and a few thousand dollars in fines along...
Picked up on the run in Cincinnati in April 2023, Drechsler today entered a guilty plea in federal court on the lone charge of distribution of child pornography, a May 20 filing of a revised plea agreement details Compelled to register as a sex offender, wearing a monitoring device, and stay away from schools, kids, computers, post office boxes and much more, Drechsler’s deal with the government will see prosecutors’ request the judge to sentence the 11-year Knbc vet to the statutory minimum required.
On a charge that could see an offender behind bars for up to 20 years, Drechsler may get just five years in prison, five years supervised release, and a few thousand dollars in fines along...
- 5/21/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Update: A “suicidal” Michael Cohen said he almost threw himself off a 21-story building on Park Avenue in Manhattan because he saw no other way out after an FBI raid turned him into a federal criminal target, a lawyer testified this afternoon in the hush money trial of Cohen’s former boss, Donald Trump.
Shortly after prosecutors for the Manhattan District Attorney rested their case against the former president, the lawyer, Robert Costello, was called by Trump’s defense team to discuss a meeting with Cohen. The meeting took place a week after an April 2018 raid by the FBI on Cohen’s hotel room, home, office and safety deposit box.
“He was putting on quite a show,” criminal defense lawyer Costello said, referring to the sit-down at the Loews Regency New York hotel, where Cohen was also staying with his family when the raid occurred.
Costello was introduced to Cohen...
Shortly after prosecutors for the Manhattan District Attorney rested their case against the former president, the lawyer, Robert Costello, was called by Trump’s defense team to discuss a meeting with Cohen. The meeting took place a week after an April 2018 raid by the FBI on Cohen’s hotel room, home, office and safety deposit box.
“He was putting on quite a show,” criminal defense lawyer Costello said, referring to the sit-down at the Loews Regency New York hotel, where Cohen was also staying with his family when the raid occurred.
Costello was introduced to Cohen...
- 5/20/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
In the upcoming episodes of Days of Our Lives, we see a whirlwind of drama taking place in Salem that will keep the audience on their toes. From May 20-31, 2024 the town of Salem is filled with baby dilemmas, secret diaries, and unexpected confrontations.
All eyes are on characters like Paulina Price (Jackee Harry), Melinda Trask (Tina Huang), and Ej Dimera (Dan Feuerriegel) as they navigate through their personal and professional lives. Also, Paulina offers Melinda her old job back as the Salem District Attorney. This is a position that has the potential to rile up Ej.
Meanwhile on Dool, Nicole Walker (Arianne Zucker) and Eric Brady (Greg Vaughan) find themselves caught in a compromising situation. Maybe leading to Ej’s worst nightmare. Also, Johnny Dimera (Carson Boatman) and Chanel Dupree (Raven Bowens) find themselves in a predicament over their unexpected pregnancy.
Away from the baby drama on the NBC Peacock soap opera,...
All eyes are on characters like Paulina Price (Jackee Harry), Melinda Trask (Tina Huang), and Ej Dimera (Dan Feuerriegel) as they navigate through their personal and professional lives. Also, Paulina offers Melinda her old job back as the Salem District Attorney. This is a position that has the potential to rile up Ej.
Meanwhile on Dool, Nicole Walker (Arianne Zucker) and Eric Brady (Greg Vaughan) find themselves caught in a compromising situation. Maybe leading to Ej’s worst nightmare. Also, Johnny Dimera (Carson Boatman) and Chanel Dupree (Raven Bowens) find themselves in a predicament over their unexpected pregnancy.
Away from the baby drama on the NBC Peacock soap opera,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Belynda Gates-Turner
- Soap Dirt
British royal family news divulges that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got friendly in Nigeria with a federally indicted fugitive wanted in the United States. According to DailyMail.com, their new pal allegedly ran a $20 million money laundering and bank fraud scheme.
Just when you thought the Gruesome Twosome couldn’t sink any lower they successfully dive to the bottom of the muck. Read on to find out how they outdid themselves over in Nigeria.
Royal Family News – Harry & Meghan And The Fugitive
Allen Onyema flew the traitors into Lagos on May 12 and was part of the welcoming committee that greeted the Duke and Duchess of Excess on their Nigerian Riviera Tour.
The outlet describes him as “was one of a small group of dignitaries, which included senior military and government officials, photographed alongside the Sussexes as they deboarded their Air Peace aircraft.”
Air Peace was founded by Onyema but...
Just when you thought the Gruesome Twosome couldn’t sink any lower they successfully dive to the bottom of the muck. Read on to find out how they outdid themselves over in Nigeria.
Royal Family News – Harry & Meghan And The Fugitive
Allen Onyema flew the traitors into Lagos on May 12 and was part of the welcoming committee that greeted the Duke and Duchess of Excess on their Nigerian Riviera Tour.
The outlet describes him as “was one of a small group of dignitaries, which included senior military and government officials, photographed alongside the Sussexes as they deboarded their Air Peace aircraft.”
Air Peace was founded by Onyema but...
- 5/20/2024
- by Tanya Clark
- Celebrating The Soaps
Surveillance footage from 2016 of rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs abusing his girlfriend, Cassandra “Cassie” Ventura, has surfaced. In the video, Combs is seen shirtless and wearing only a towel around his waist in the hallway of a Los Angeles hotel. Combs violently drags and throws Ventura, wearing a black hoodie, to the floor before kicking and dragging her. Combs then through several objects at Ventura.
Combs is currently the subject of several criminal investigations. In March, authorities raided Combs’ home on suspicions of sex trafficking. After the raids on his home, rapper 50 Cent, Combs’ music industry nemesis, said he would produce a documentary on Combs. Combs also faces lawsuits from producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones and Ventura.
After the 2016 surveillance footage of Combs and Ventura hit the internet, Combs released an apology on social media for his actions. The video, only captioned with, “I’m truly sorry,” shows Combs acknowledging...
Combs is currently the subject of several criminal investigations. In March, authorities raided Combs’ home on suspicions of sex trafficking. After the raids on his home, rapper 50 Cent, Combs’ music industry nemesis, said he would produce a documentary on Combs. Combs also faces lawsuits from producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones and Ventura.
After the 2016 surveillance footage of Combs and Ventura hit the internet, Combs released an apology on social media for his actions. The video, only captioned with, “I’m truly sorry,” shows Combs acknowledging...
- 5/19/2024
- by Ann Hoang
- Uinterview
Sean “Puffy” Combs won’t be prosecuted for beating up Casandra Ventura despite hotel surveillance footage showing the 2016 assault, says the Los Angeles District Attorney.
“We are aware of the video that has been circulating online allegedly depicting Sean Combs assaulting a young woman in Los Angeles” George Gascón said late Friday, a few hours after CNN’s May 17 exclusive of the horrific hallway assault at Century City’s now-closed InterContinental Hotel dropped.
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“We find the images extremely disturbing and difficult to watch,” the Da, who is up for reelection, said of the attack on the singer by her then-boyfriend Combs. “If the conduct depicted occurred in 2016, unfortunately we would be unable to charge as the conduct would have occurred beyond the timeline where a crime of assault can be prosecuted.”
The statute of...
“We are aware of the video that has been circulating online allegedly depicting Sean Combs assaulting a young woman in Los Angeles” George Gascón said late Friday, a few hours after CNN’s May 17 exclusive of the horrific hallway assault at Century City’s now-closed InterContinental Hotel dropped.
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“We find the images extremely disturbing and difficult to watch,” the Da, who is up for reelection, said of the attack on the singer by her then-boyfriend Combs. “If the conduct depicted occurred in 2016, unfortunately we would be unable to charge as the conduct would have occurred beyond the timeline where a crime of assault can be prosecuted.”
The statute of...
- 5/18/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Spoiler Alert: This story contains details of tonight’s Blue Bloods Season 14 midseason finale, which is the close of the first part of the NYPD family drama’s final season.
“Father, forgive me for I have sinned,” says New York Police commissioner Frank Reagan (Tom Selleck) in church in tonight’s Blue Bloods last midseason finale as he tries to repair a rift with his actual father, the former NYPD commissioner Henry Reagan (Len Cariou).
It ain’t the Sunday dinner that defines the well-watched CBS series, but it certainly was a moment of affirmation for perspicacious fans who may be speculating where their show is going to go in its final episodes after a long long run. Put another way, Blue Bloods may be ending later this year, but you’d never know it from the Season 14 midseason finale that aired tonight.
In that dependable workman manner that is...
“Father, forgive me for I have sinned,” says New York Police commissioner Frank Reagan (Tom Selleck) in church in tonight’s Blue Bloods last midseason finale as he tries to repair a rift with his actual father, the former NYPD commissioner Henry Reagan (Len Cariou).
It ain’t the Sunday dinner that defines the well-watched CBS series, but it certainly was a moment of affirmation for perspicacious fans who may be speculating where their show is going to go in its final episodes after a long long run. Put another way, Blue Bloods may be ending later this year, but you’d never know it from the Season 14 midseason finale that aired tonight.
In that dependable workman manner that is...
- 5/18/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
French cinema’s Judith Godrèche, a former child star-turned-filmmaker and prominent #MeToo activist, weighed in during Cannes Day 4 on the April 25 reversal of Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction in New York, slamming it as “an absolute nightmare.”
Speaking with TheWrap founder and editor-in-chief Sharon Waxman on Thursday as part of TheWrap Conversations at the Brand Innovators Salon D’Affaires, Godrèche expressed sympathy for the women who may have to testify again if a new trial is held.
“It’s a nightmare, an absolute nightmare. I can’t even imagine,” Godrèche said. “Somehow people [like] him are winning. There is enough pain and hurt that it should not be allowed. It’s insane when you think about it. Listen, I may have to face my abusers [one day]. You have to be so brave to do this.”
She added: “I wondered how [Weinstein] had so much money to keep paying for lawyers. I thought, ‘Wow,...
Speaking with TheWrap founder and editor-in-chief Sharon Waxman on Thursday as part of TheWrap Conversations at the Brand Innovators Salon D’Affaires, Godrèche expressed sympathy for the women who may have to testify again if a new trial is held.
“It’s a nightmare, an absolute nightmare. I can’t even imagine,” Godrèche said. “Somehow people [like] him are winning. There is enough pain and hurt that it should not be allowed. It’s insane when you think about it. Listen, I may have to face my abusers [one day]. You have to be so brave to do this.”
She added: “I wondered how [Weinstein] had so much money to keep paying for lawyers. I thought, ‘Wow,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Sen. Bob Menendez’s (D-New Jersey) defense lawyer claimed that his wife, Nadine Menendez, carried out a bribery scheme behind his back during opening statements at his federal trial.
Menendez’s lawyer, Avi Weitzman, told jurors in a Manhattan federal court on May 15 that Nadine “sidelined” his client, who prosecutors claim took gold bars, hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and a Mercedes convertible in exchange for wielding his influence to assist three businessmen and the governments of Qatar and Egypt.
“[Menendez] didn’t know about Nadine’s dealings,” Weitzman stated. “You can’t just assume that Bob knows about them. He did not violate the law, and the allegations by the United States Attorney’s Office are wrong, dead wrong. He did not ask for bribes. He did not get any bribes.”
The attorney also claimed that “the government has been investigating this case for years” and had not...
Menendez’s lawyer, Avi Weitzman, told jurors in a Manhattan federal court on May 15 that Nadine “sidelined” his client, who prosecutors claim took gold bars, hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and a Mercedes convertible in exchange for wielding his influence to assist three businessmen and the governments of Qatar and Egypt.
“[Menendez] didn’t know about Nadine’s dealings,” Weitzman stated. “You can’t just assume that Bob knows about them. He did not violate the law, and the allegations by the United States Attorney’s Office are wrong, dead wrong. He did not ask for bribes. He did not get any bribes.”
The attorney also claimed that “the government has been investigating this case for years” and had not...
- 5/17/2024
- by Alessio Atria
- Uinterview
Update: Michael Cohen appeared to win a battle this afternoon over how reliable his memory is of eight-year-old phone calls with Donald Trump, after faltering in an earlier round of cross-examination questioning today in the former president’s hush money trial in New York.
Before a lunch break, Trump lawyer Todd Blanche got Cohen to admit that his memory of a key call with Trump in late October 2016 — to discuss paying off porn star Stormy Daniels — was largely a product of reviewing phone logs provided by prosecutors.
Blanche showed Cohen texts from the same exact time frame that suggested another matter — a 14-year-old prank caller — was the reason Cohen rang Trump’s bodyguard.
Cohen said he still believed that the bodyguard, Keith Schiller, handed the phone to Trump so he could report to the presidential candidate that a deal with Daniels was close. Cohen was getting ready to pay her...
Before a lunch break, Trump lawyer Todd Blanche got Cohen to admit that his memory of a key call with Trump in late October 2016 — to discuss paying off porn star Stormy Daniels — was largely a product of reviewing phone logs provided by prosecutors.
Blanche showed Cohen texts from the same exact time frame that suggested another matter — a 14-year-old prank caller — was the reason Cohen rang Trump’s bodyguard.
Cohen said he still believed that the bodyguard, Keith Schiller, handed the phone to Trump so he could report to the presidential candidate that a deal with Daniels was close. Cohen was getting ready to pay her...
- 5/16/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
The latest salvo from MLB is another indication that the league is eager to be quits with Diamond as a broadcasting partner.
Anyone following the Diamond Sports Group bankruptcy case since the company filed for Chapter 11 protections in March 2023 knows that its relationship with Major League Baseball is not an amicable one. The MLB is anxious to get its teams away from Bally Sports regional sports networks (RSNs), as cord-cutting has made the entire Rsn model highly unstable. Diamond’s reorganization plan for emerging from bankruptcy as a going concern hinges on its ability to make a new carriage deal with Comcast, but the last deal between the two lapsed without an extension or new agreement being reached. Now, Bally Sports channels are unavailable for Comcast cable subscribers, and MLB lawyers joined with NBA and NHL representatives at a virtual bankruptcy court hearing this week to express their concerns with the way Diamond is proceeding.
Anyone following the Diamond Sports Group bankruptcy case since the company filed for Chapter 11 protections in March 2023 knows that its relationship with Major League Baseball is not an amicable one. The MLB is anxious to get its teams away from Bally Sports regional sports networks (RSNs), as cord-cutting has made the entire Rsn model highly unstable. Diamond’s reorganization plan for emerging from bankruptcy as a going concern hinges on its ability to make a new carriage deal with Comcast, but the last deal between the two lapsed without an extension or new agreement being reached. Now, Bally Sports channels are unavailable for Comcast cable subscribers, and MLB lawyers joined with NBA and NHL representatives at a virtual bankruptcy court hearing this week to express their concerns with the way Diamond is proceeding.
- 5/16/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Uh-oh, the new Da may be in some serious trouble in the Law & Order Season 23 finale. The NBC drama wraps its current season on May 16 with “In Harm’s Way,” in which a sports star is killed, but Shaw (Mehcad Brooks) and Riley (Reid Scott) suspect the shooter missed their intended target. In fact, in TV Insider’s exclusive sneak peek, Dixon tells Baxter (Tony Goldwyn)—the shooting happened in front of him and his family—that he was the intended victim. “We had a trajectory analyst review the video of the shooting, and it’s clear he was aiming for you. If you hadn’t moved when you did, that bullet would’ve struck you squarely in the back of the head,” Dixon explains. There’s a citywide manhunt to track the shooter down. Baxter’s wife (Tara Westwood) thinks that Baxter should suspend his campaign for District Attorney.
- 5/15/2024
- TV Insider
Following delays caused by last year's WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, Captain America: Brave New World is set to be released in theaters next February.
Sam Wilson is expected to square off with Red Hulk, but somewhere in the background, The Leader is thought to be pulling the strings. Played by Tim Blake Nelson, the villain hasn't been seen in the MCU since 2008's The Incredible Hulk when his transformation was first teased by Marvel Studios.
In a recent interview with Michael Rosenbaum, Nelson addressed his return as Samuel Sterns when he said, "I'm very happy about it. It's a wonderfully directed movie by Julius Onah."
"I can tell you about my character that we did everything we could, and this was entirely supported by Marvel and I'm so grateful to Kevin Feige and Nate Moore for supporting this: they were on board 100% to do the character as practically as...
Sam Wilson is expected to square off with Red Hulk, but somewhere in the background, The Leader is thought to be pulling the strings. Played by Tim Blake Nelson, the villain hasn't been seen in the MCU since 2008's The Incredible Hulk when his transformation was first teased by Marvel Studios.
In a recent interview with Michael Rosenbaum, Nelson addressed his return as Samuel Sterns when he said, "I'm very happy about it. It's a wonderfully directed movie by Julius Onah."
"I can tell you about my character that we did everything we could, and this was entirely supported by Marvel and I'm so grateful to Kevin Feige and Nate Moore for supporting this: they were on board 100% to do the character as practically as...
- 5/15/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Updated: Donald Trump’s attorney in the former president’s hush money trial went straight at the prosecution’s star witness, Michael Cohen, kicking off a profanity-laced cross examination.
To start off, Todd Blanche introduced himself to Cohen, saying that although they’d never met “you went on TikTok and called me a crying little s—t” after the trial started.
“Sounds like something I would say,” Cohen deadpanned before a prosecutor could finish objecting to the question.
So it went for much of the next two hours in a Manhattan courtroom: Blanche confronting Cohen with insults he’s lobbed mainly at Trump on his podcasts and social media, including a TikTok account he signed up for about six weeks ago to live-stream chats, and Cohen allowing that he had probably said those things.
“Dictator d—bag,” “boorish cartoon misogynist” and “Cheetoh-dusted cartoon villain” were a few of the slurs that Cohen admitted to.
To start off, Todd Blanche introduced himself to Cohen, saying that although they’d never met “you went on TikTok and called me a crying little s—t” after the trial started.
“Sounds like something I would say,” Cohen deadpanned before a prosecutor could finish objecting to the question.
So it went for much of the next two hours in a Manhattan courtroom: Blanche confronting Cohen with insults he’s lobbed mainly at Trump on his podcasts and social media, including a TikTok account he signed up for about six weeks ago to live-stream chats, and Cohen allowing that he had probably said those things.
“Dictator d—bag,” “boorish cartoon misogynist” and “Cheetoh-dusted cartoon villain” were a few of the slurs that Cohen admitted to.
- 5/14/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
A Law & Order veteran is saying goodbye to the series. Camryn Manheim announced she’s leaving the NBC series after three seasons. Keep on reading to learn more.
Law & Order – Star Leaves NBC Drama
Camryn Manheim played the role of NYPD Lieutenant Kate Dixon in the series since 2022. She announced that she’s leaving the hit NBC drama. Law & Order Season 23 is currently airing on the network. Manheim will not return for the 24th season.
The show will air its season finale on Thursday, May 16. It’s expected to be Manheim’s final episode. On Friday, May 10, Law & Order creator Dick Wolf shared a statement with Variety in light of the news.
“I thank Camryn for her three wonderful seasons helping us relaunch Law & Order,” he wrote. “She is a class act and I wish her nothing but the best for her next chapter.”
Law & Order...
Law & Order – Star Leaves NBC Drama
Camryn Manheim played the role of NYPD Lieutenant Kate Dixon in the series since 2022. She announced that she’s leaving the hit NBC drama. Law & Order Season 23 is currently airing on the network. Manheim will not return for the 24th season.
The show will air its season finale on Thursday, May 16. It’s expected to be Manheim’s final episode. On Friday, May 10, Law & Order creator Dick Wolf shared a statement with Variety in light of the news.
“I thank Camryn for her three wonderful seasons helping us relaunch Law & Order,” he wrote. “She is a class act and I wish her nothing but the best for her next chapter.”
Law & Order...
- 5/13/2024
- by Chanel D. Adams
- Celebrating The Soaps
A federal jury in New York has convicted investor Bruce Garelick on insider trading charges.
The case revolves around Garelick’s involvement with Digital World Acquisition Corp., a publicly traded company, and his alleged disclosure of non-public information regarding its planned merger with Trump Media, the owner of the Truth Social app.
Donald Trump, the majority shareholder of Trump Media, was not implicated in the case against Garelick, held in the U.S. District Court in Manhattan. Trump himself faces unrelated criminal charges in Manhattan Supreme Court about a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, a former adult film star.
Two co-defendants of Garelick, Michael and Gerald Shvartsman, had previously pleaded guilty to insider trading charges on April 3.
After closing arguments from the prosecution and defense, the jury in Garelick’s case commenced deliberations on Wednesday. After several hours of deliberation, the jurors returned guilty verdicts on the five counts...
The case revolves around Garelick’s involvement with Digital World Acquisition Corp., a publicly traded company, and his alleged disclosure of non-public information regarding its planned merger with Trump Media, the owner of the Truth Social app.
Donald Trump, the majority shareholder of Trump Media, was not implicated in the case against Garelick, held in the U.S. District Court in Manhattan. Trump himself faces unrelated criminal charges in Manhattan Supreme Court about a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, a former adult film star.
Two co-defendants of Garelick, Michael and Gerald Shvartsman, had previously pleaded guilty to insider trading charges on April 3.
After closing arguments from the prosecution and defense, the jury in Garelick’s case commenced deliberations on Wednesday. After several hours of deliberation, the jurors returned guilty verdicts on the five counts...
- 5/10/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Update: Judge Juan Merchan told the prosecutors in Donald Trump’s hush money trial to pass along a message to one of their likely witnesses, lawyer Michael Cohen: Please stop talking or posting on social media about the case.
Moments before the day in court ended early around lunchtime, Judge Merchan took up a request from defense lawyer Todd Blanche, who said, “Mr. Cohen continues to speak publicly about this trial.”
Blanche cited a TikTok post this week by Cohen wearing a white t-shirt with a picture of Trump behind bars. He asked that Cohen — the lawyer whose $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels in 2016 triggered the Manhattan District Attorney’s investigation — be ordered to not talk about Trump or the criminal proceedings against him.
Assistant District Attorney Joshua Steinglass replied, “We have repeatedly asked the witnesses not to do that. And not just Mr. Cohen. All the witnesses.”
“We have no remedy,...
Moments before the day in court ended early around lunchtime, Judge Merchan took up a request from defense lawyer Todd Blanche, who said, “Mr. Cohen continues to speak publicly about this trial.”
Blanche cited a TikTok post this week by Cohen wearing a white t-shirt with a picture of Trump behind bars. He asked that Cohen — the lawyer whose $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels in 2016 triggered the Manhattan District Attorney’s investigation — be ordered to not talk about Trump or the criminal proceedings against him.
Assistant District Attorney Joshua Steinglass replied, “We have repeatedly asked the witnesses not to do that. And not just Mr. Cohen. All the witnesses.”
“We have no remedy,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Days of our Lives weekly spoilers reveal that sneaky Sloan Petersen and a livid Ej Dimera figure out a plan for Baby Jude. Neither one wants to lose their spouses. If Nicole Walker knows Eric Brady is the baby’s biological father and not Ej’s, she could leave Elvis Junior to be with her first love. Conversely, the former priest-turned-photographer also still has feelings for his ex-wife. Meanwhile, Leo Stark could still be a loose cannon if Ej Dimera and Sloan Petersen aren’t careful. Next, Stephanie Johnson and Everett Lynch reminisce. Little does she know, Bobby Stein has been making appearances. Finally, Theresa Donovan tells Alex Kiriakis that she wants the two of them to be together. Will they rekindle their hot romance the week of May 13-17, 2024, on the NBC Peacock exclusive?
Days of our Lives Weekly Spoilers: Ej Dimera & Sloan Petersen Come to Terms about Baby...
Days of our Lives Weekly Spoilers: Ej Dimera & Sloan Petersen Come to Terms about Baby...
- 5/10/2024
- by Jaye Mack
- Soap Dirt
Update: Stormy Daniels took a swipe at Donald Trump and his legal team for their complaints about her testimony over two days in the New York hush money trial.
“Real men respond to testimony by being sworn in and taking the stand in court. Oh…wait. Nevermind,” Daniels wrote on X/Twitter.
Real men respond to testimony by being sworn in and taking the stand in court. Oh…wait. Nevermind.
— Stormy Daniels (@StormyDaniels) May 9, 2024
That was an apparent reference to a request from Trump’s lawyer for a modified gag order so the former president could respond to her. The former president’s legal team also sought a mistrial, arguing that Daniels was allowed to go too far in describing her claim of a sexual encounter with Trump in 2006. Judge Juan Merchan denied both requests.
As Daniels suggested, Trump also could be sworn in and take the stand in the...
“Real men respond to testimony by being sworn in and taking the stand in court. Oh…wait. Nevermind,” Daniels wrote on X/Twitter.
Real men respond to testimony by being sworn in and taking the stand in court. Oh…wait. Nevermind.
— Stormy Daniels (@StormyDaniels) May 9, 2024
That was an apparent reference to a request from Trump’s lawyer for a modified gag order so the former president could respond to her. The former president’s legal team also sought a mistrial, arguing that Daniels was allowed to go too far in describing her claim of a sexual encounter with Trump in 2006. Judge Juan Merchan denied both requests.
As Daniels suggested, Trump also could be sworn in and take the stand in the...
- 5/10/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Ahead of headlining her own spinoff series, Maggie Q will make her debut as Detective Renée Ballard, a character from Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch novels, in the Season 3 finale of Prime Video’s Bosch: Legacy series — as seen in the first-look photos above and below.
Season 3 of Bosch: Legacy, which is still awaiting a premiere date, will be based on Connelly’s novels Desert Star (from 2022) and The Black Ice (1993). Picking up where last season’s seemingly damning phone call left off, the investigation into Kurt Dockweiler’s murder brings dangerous secrets to light and threatens to ruin the...
Season 3 of Bosch: Legacy, which is still awaiting a premiere date, will be based on Connelly’s novels Desert Star (from 2022) and The Black Ice (1993). Picking up where last season’s seemingly damning phone call left off, the investigation into Kurt Dockweiler’s murder brings dangerous secrets to light and threatens to ruin the...
- 5/9/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Law & Order fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 23 Episode 13 episode titled In Harm’s Way!
Find out everything you need to know about the In Harm’s Way episode of Law & Order, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Law & Order In Harm’s Way Season 23 Episode 13 Preview
Get ready for an intense new episode of “Law & Order” airing on NBC at 8:00 Pm on May 16, 2024. In “In Harm’s Way,” tensions run high as the team investigates a high-profile murder case with far-reaching implications.
When a beloved sports star is tragically killed, Detectives Shaw and Riley are thrust into a complex investigation. Suspicions arise that the shooter may have missed their intended target, leading to a web of secrets and betrayals that could shake the foundation of the case.
Adding to the drama, Detective Baxter...
Find out everything you need to know about the In Harm’s Way episode of Law & Order, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Law & Order In Harm’s Way Season 23 Episode 13 Preview
Get ready for an intense new episode of “Law & Order” airing on NBC at 8:00 Pm on May 16, 2024. In “In Harm’s Way,” tensions run high as the team investigates a high-profile murder case with far-reaching implications.
When a beloved sports star is tragically killed, Detectives Shaw and Riley are thrust into a complex investigation. Suspicions arise that the shooter may have missed their intended target, leading to a web of secrets and betrayals that could shake the foundation of the case.
Adding to the drama, Detective Baxter...
- 5/9/2024
- by News
- TV Regular
In the next episode of “Law & Order,” titled “In Harm’s Way,” viewers will be on the edge of their seats as the detectives dive into a high-profile case involving the death of a sports star. Shaw and Riley find themselves in a race against time to uncover the truth behind the shooting. However, as they dig deeper, they begin to suspect that the shooter may have had a different target in mind.
Meanwhile, Baxter, played by veteran actor, finds himself in a difficult position when his own daughter steps forward as a witness. Her testimony could potentially sway the outcome of his re-election campaign, but it also comes with a shocking revelation that could jeopardize everything he’s worked for.
Tensions run high as the detectives navigate through a web of lies and secrets, all while trying to bring justice to the victim and their family. Don’t miss “In Harm’s Way,...
Meanwhile, Baxter, played by veteran actor, finds himself in a difficult position when his own daughter steps forward as a witness. Her testimony could potentially sway the outcome of his re-election campaign, but it also comes with a shocking revelation that could jeopardize everything he’s worked for.
Tensions run high as the detectives navigate through a web of lies and secrets, all while trying to bring justice to the victim and their family. Don’t miss “In Harm’s Way,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Ryan Boyajian, who along with fiancée Jennifer Pedranti appears on The Real Housewives of Orange County, is reportedly caught up in the $16 million gambling and theft scandal surrounding the former interpreter of Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani.
ESPN, citing multiple sources, reported that Boyajian is the bookmaker’s associate to whom interpreter Ippei Mizuhara wired money to pay his gambling debts.
Mizuhara today agreed to plead guilty to two federal charges related to the theft of nearly $17 million from the Dodger slugger’s bank account. Prosecutors say Mizuhara used that money to pay off illegal gambling debts.
Ippei Mizuhara, 39, could face more than 30 years in federal prison under the plea deal, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Per ESPN, Mizuhara’s illegal bookmaker told the interpreter he could pay his gambling debts by wiring money to “Associate 1.” That, according to ESPN, is Boyajian.
A statement from the office of United States...
ESPN, citing multiple sources, reported that Boyajian is the bookmaker’s associate to whom interpreter Ippei Mizuhara wired money to pay his gambling debts.
Mizuhara today agreed to plead guilty to two federal charges related to the theft of nearly $17 million from the Dodger slugger’s bank account. Prosecutors say Mizuhara used that money to pay off illegal gambling debts.
Ippei Mizuhara, 39, could face more than 30 years in federal prison under the plea deal, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Per ESPN, Mizuhara’s illegal bookmaker told the interpreter he could pay his gambling debts by wiring money to “Associate 1.” That, according to ESPN, is Boyajian.
A statement from the office of United States...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Update: Stormy Daniels faced a contentious cross examination today over her claim that she had sex with Donald Trump in 2006 and that, five years later, a stranger threatened her in a Las Vegas parking lot to not talk about the sexual encounter publicly.
Susan Necheles, a lawyer for Trump, questioned Daniels’ motivations and tried to cast doubt on her story. She also highlighted the fact that Daniels owes more than $500,000 in legal fees from a failed defamation lawsuit against Trump.
Necheles argued that as far back as 2011, Daniels was alternately confirming or denying sex with Trump depending on whether she was being paid for her story.
A $130,000 payment to Daniels in 2016 from Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen, is the centerpiece of the Manhattan District Attorney’s case against Trump, for allegedly falsifying business records to conceal a reimbursement of the money to Cohen. Daniels, a key prosecution witness, spent more...
Susan Necheles, a lawyer for Trump, questioned Daniels’ motivations and tried to cast doubt on her story. She also highlighted the fact that Daniels owes more than $500,000 in legal fees from a failed defamation lawsuit against Trump.
Necheles argued that as far back as 2011, Daniels was alternately confirming or denying sex with Trump depending on whether she was being paid for her story.
A $130,000 payment to Daniels in 2016 from Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen, is the centerpiece of the Manhattan District Attorney’s case against Trump, for allegedly falsifying business records to conceal a reimbursement of the money to Cohen. Daniels, a key prosecution witness, spent more...
- 5/7/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Updated, 3:04 Pm: The judge in Donald Trump’s hush-money trial hasn’t tossed the ex-president behind bars yet for violating a gag order, but the former Celebrity Apprentice host won’t be getting out of the courtroom anytime soon either.
On a dry day in front of Judge Juan Merchan, the jury on Monday saw prosecutors put another Trump Organization accounting employee on the stand in the start of the third week of Trump’s trial to walk jurors through the gritty details and record-keeping behind checks signed by the Art of the Deal author to his fixer and lawyer Michael Cohen.
Deborah Tarasoff, who still works for Trump as an accounts payable supervisor, followed her former boss, the company’s retired comptroller Jeffrey McConney on the stand today in the Manhattan courtroom.
With cable news jumping to a possible ceasefire in Gaza for parts of the day, Tarasoff...
On a dry day in front of Judge Juan Merchan, the jury on Monday saw prosecutors put another Trump Organization accounting employee on the stand in the start of the third week of Trump’s trial to walk jurors through the gritty details and record-keeping behind checks signed by the Art of the Deal author to his fixer and lawyer Michael Cohen.
Deborah Tarasoff, who still works for Trump as an accounts payable supervisor, followed her former boss, the company’s retired comptroller Jeffrey McConney on the stand today in the Manhattan courtroom.
With cable news jumping to a possible ceasefire in Gaza for parts of the day, Tarasoff...
- 5/6/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
The Kathy Bates-led reboot of "Matlock" may not hit TV screens for a while longer, but in the meantime, fans of the much-loved legal drama can still catch old episodes of the original run, well, pretty much everywhere. For cable-watchers, the show airs reruns in syndication, while home media junkies can get a DVD box set and those who prefer to stream can catch all nine seasons on Prime Video or PlutoTV.
"Matlock" aired for nine years, moving from NBC to ABC partway through its run and switching up its cast list throughout. Though several actors played more than one character throughout the series' run, only a handful appeared in more than 30 episodes of the series, most of them as Ben Matlock's legal associates. Of the main cast, Andy Griffith, Clarence Gilyard Jr., David Froman, and Richard Newton have all since passed away. Several remaining cast members continue...
"Matlock" aired for nine years, moving from NBC to ABC partway through its run and switching up its cast list throughout. Though several actors played more than one character throughout the series' run, only a handful appeared in more than 30 episodes of the series, most of them as Ben Matlock's legal associates. Of the main cast, Andy Griffith, Clarence Gilyard Jr., David Froman, and Richard Newton have all since passed away. Several remaining cast members continue...
- 5/5/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
2nd Update 1:56 Pm: Not for the first time, Donald Trump made someone cry today.
Hope Hicks wept on the stand today in the hush money trial of her former boss moments after a prosecutor had finished questioning her about her dealings with Trump and Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen. Finished talking to Assistant D.A. Matthew Coloangela on the stand in Manhattan, the former White House Communications Director had just begun taking questions from a defense lawyer when she turned her head away from the courtroom gallery and, crying audibly, reached for a tissue to dab away tears.
“Ms. Hicks, do you need a break?” Judge Juan Merchan asked of the much anticipated witness. “Yes,” she replied in a shaky voice.
The court recessed for about 10 minutes, and Ms. Hicks returned to the stand. “Sorry about that,” she said.
Earlier, Hicks discussed the Trump campaign’s decision to deny...
Hope Hicks wept on the stand today in the hush money trial of her former boss moments after a prosecutor had finished questioning her about her dealings with Trump and Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen. Finished talking to Assistant D.A. Matthew Coloangela on the stand in Manhattan, the former White House Communications Director had just begun taking questions from a defense lawyer when she turned her head away from the courtroom gallery and, crying audibly, reached for a tissue to dab away tears.
“Ms. Hicks, do you need a break?” Judge Juan Merchan asked of the much anticipated witness. “Yes,” she replied in a shaky voice.
The court recessed for about 10 minutes, and Ms. Hicks returned to the stand. “Sorry about that,” she said.
Earlier, Hicks discussed the Trump campaign’s decision to deny...
- 5/3/2024
- by Sean Piccoli and Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
An intense and often funny drama starring the best fake news anchor and created by the guy who has made too many legal dramas and all of them are brilliant. A Man in Full is a drama miniseries created by David E. Kelley. Based on a 1998 novel of the same name by Tom Wolfe, it follows a real estate mogul Charlie Croker as he faces bankruptcy and his enemies circle him to gain something from his misfortune. A Man in Full stars Jeff Daniels in the lead role with Sarah Jones, Diane Lane, Lucy Liu, Tom Pelphrey, Evan Roe, Jon Michael Hill, Josh Pais, and Jerrika Hinton starring in supporting. So, if you loved Daniels’ incredible performance and the story of a man’s fall from grace and too much arrogance in A Man in Full here are some similar shows you could watch next.
Dynasty (Netflix & Rent on Prime...
Dynasty (Netflix & Rent on Prime...
- 5/3/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Prosecutors Play Recording Of Donald Trump And Michael Cohen Discussing Hush Money Payments — Update
Update: Jurors today heard a recording in which Donald Trump and his then-lawyer and “fixer,” Michael Cohen, discuss payments to Karen McDougal, the former Playboy model who claimed to have had an affair with The Apprentice host.
The recording was made by Cohen in September of 2016 — and first reported on by CNN in 2018. In it, Trump and Cohen discussed buying the rights to McDougal’s story.
“I need to open up a company for the transfer of all of that info regarding our friend David,” Cohen said, referring to David Pecker, then-ceo of American Media, the tabloid publisher that bought McDougal’s story for $150,000 with the intention of burying it.
When Cohen turned to the subject of “financing,” Trump asked, “What financing?”
“We’ll have to pay,” Cohen said. It wasn’t clear from the garbled audio at that point whether Trump agreed. Pecker, a prosecution witness last week, said...
The recording was made by Cohen in September of 2016 — and first reported on by CNN in 2018. In it, Trump and Cohen discussed buying the rights to McDougal’s story.
“I need to open up a company for the transfer of all of that info regarding our friend David,” Cohen said, referring to David Pecker, then-ceo of American Media, the tabloid publisher that bought McDougal’s story for $150,000 with the intention of burying it.
When Cohen turned to the subject of “financing,” Trump asked, “What financing?”
“We’ll have to pay,” Cohen said. It wasn’t clear from the garbled audio at that point whether Trump agreed. Pecker, a prosecution witness last week, said...
- 5/2/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Apple TV+ has just released the teaser for its upcoming eight-part limited series, “Presumed Innocent,” starring and executive produced by Jake Gyllenhaal. The series, created by multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and executive producer J.J. Abrams, boasts a star-studded ensemble cast including Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-t Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Elizabeth Marvel, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard, and Kingston Rumi Southwick.
“Presumed Innocent” is set to make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes premiering on Wednesday, June 12, followed by a new episode every Wednesday until July 24.
Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel by Scott Turow, the series delves into a gripping murder mystery that rocks the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office when chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich (played by Gyllenhaal) becomes the prime suspect. The show explores themes of obsession, sex, politics, and the power and limitations of love as the...
“Presumed Innocent” is set to make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes premiering on Wednesday, June 12, followed by a new episode every Wednesday until July 24.
Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel by Scott Turow, the series delves into a gripping murder mystery that rocks the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office when chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich (played by Gyllenhaal) becomes the prime suspect. The show explores themes of obsession, sex, politics, and the power and limitations of love as the...
- 5/2/2024
- by Kristyn Clarke
- Age of the Nerd
Get ready for another gripping episode of “Law & Order” airing this Thursday at 8:00 Pm on NBC. In Season 23 Episode 12, titled “No Good Deed,” Shaw and Riley are on the case as they delve into the mysterious death of a therapist with a troubling history of clients. As they unravel the tangled web of secrets and motives, the investigation takes an unexpected turn, leading to shocking revelations.
Meanwhile, Baxter finds himself in a challenging position as he steps into Price’s shoes during the trial. When a disturbing connection to the defendant emerges, Baxter must navigate the complexities of the legal system to ensure justice is served.
With twists and turns at every corner, “No Good Deed” promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Tune in this Thursday at 8:00 Pm on NBC to witness the latest installment of “Law & Order” and join Shaw, Riley,...
Meanwhile, Baxter finds himself in a challenging position as he steps into Price’s shoes during the trial. When a disturbing connection to the defendant emerges, Baxter must navigate the complexities of the legal system to ensure justice is served.
With twists and turns at every corner, “No Good Deed” promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Tune in this Thursday at 8:00 Pm on NBC to witness the latest installment of “Law & Order” and join Shaw, Riley,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Law & Order fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 23 Episode 12 episode titled No Good Deed!
Find out everything you need to know about the No Good Deed episode of Law & Order, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Law & Order No Good Deed Season 23 Episode 12 Preview
Get ready for a riveting new episode of “Law & Order” titled “No Good Deed,” airing on NBC at 8:00 Pm on May 9, 2024. In this gripping installment, viewers will be taken on a thrilling journey as Detectives Shaw and Riley delve into the mysterious death of a therapist with a troubled clientele.
Joining the talented cast for this episode are Benjamin Bratt as Detective Rey Curtis, Jesse L. Martin as Detective Ed Green, and Elisabeth Röhm as Assistant District Attorney Serena Southerlyn. Additionally, Steven Hill shines as District Attorney Adam Schiff,...
Find out everything you need to know about the No Good Deed episode of Law & Order, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Law & Order No Good Deed Season 23 Episode 12 Preview
Get ready for a riveting new episode of “Law & Order” titled “No Good Deed,” airing on NBC at 8:00 Pm on May 9, 2024. In this gripping installment, viewers will be taken on a thrilling journey as Detectives Shaw and Riley delve into the mysterious death of a therapist with a troubled clientele.
Joining the talented cast for this episode are Benjamin Bratt as Detective Rey Curtis, Jesse L. Martin as Detective Ed Green, and Elisabeth Röhm as Assistant District Attorney Serena Southerlyn. Additionally, Steven Hill shines as District Attorney Adam Schiff,...
- 5/2/2024
- by News
- TV Regular
Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York on rape and sexual offence charges after his 23-year conviction was overturned on appeal, Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said on Wednesday.
The disgraced 72-year old former Hollywood titan appeared in court in a wheelchair wearing a blue suit and according to reports did not speak in a brief hearing. Reports said Attorney Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann attended the hearing.
Prosecutors said there was nothing consensual about Weinstein’s conduct in reference to prior charges that led to the original conviction in February 2020, and told Judge Curtis Farber they would be proceeding.
The disgraced 72-year old former Hollywood titan appeared in court in a wheelchair wearing a blue suit and according to reports did not speak in a brief hearing. Reports said Attorney Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann attended the hearing.
Prosecutors said there was nothing consensual about Weinstein’s conduct in reference to prior charges that led to the original conviction in February 2020, and told Judge Curtis Farber they would be proceeding.
- 5/1/2024
- ScreenDaily
Harvey Weinstein will be tried again for rape in New York this fall after his 2020 conviction was overturned last month, Reuters reports.
Weinstein appeared in Manhattan court Wednesday, May 1, seated in a wheelchair. It marked the first time the disgraced movie mogul had been seen in public since he was found guilty of rape in Los Angeles and sentenced to 16 years in prison last February.
During the hearing, prosecutor Nicole Blumberg said, “We believe in this case and we will be retrying the case.” Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said...
Weinstein appeared in Manhattan court Wednesday, May 1, seated in a wheelchair. It marked the first time the disgraced movie mogul had been seen in public since he was found guilty of rape in Los Angeles and sentenced to 16 years in prison last February.
During the hearing, prosecutor Nicole Blumberg said, “We believe in this case and we will be retrying the case.” Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said...
- 5/1/2024
- by Daniel Kreps and Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Jake Gyllenhaal in “Presumed Innocent,” premiering June 12, 2024 on Apple TV+. Photo Credit: Apple TV+ Apple TV+ has released a thrilling teaser for its highly-anticipated limited series Presumed Innocent. The series features an all-star cast led by Jake Gyllenhaal, who also serves as executive producer. David E. Kelley (multiple Emmy Award winner) and J.J. Abrams join the project as executive producers. Joining Gyllenhaal in the cast are Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-t Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Elizabeth Marvel, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard, and Kingston Rumi Southwick. “ Based on Scott Turow’s acclaimed novel, Presumed Innocent throws viewers into the chaos following a horrific murder. The Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office is rocked when chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich (Gyllenhaal) becomes the prime suspect. This compelling thriller explores themes of obsession, sex, politics, and the complexities of love as Sabich struggles to keep his family and marriage intact.
Presumed Innocent will debut globally on June 12th,...
Presumed Innocent will debut globally on June 12th,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Harvey Weinstein appeared in a Manhattan courtroom Wednesday, less than a week after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction. It’s the first time the former movie producer has been seen in public since he was convicted of rape in a Los Angeles court and sentenced to 16 years in prison in February 2023.
Weinstein was seated in a wheelchair and wheeled by a security guard into a courtroom packed with journalists, lawyers and other officials. Lawyer Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann were present in the room. Prosecutor Nicole Blumberg from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said they will seek a retrial in the fall.
“[Mann] wants everyone to know the truth, and the defendant may have power and privilege, but she has the truth,” Blumberg said, adding they “have every reason to believe” Weinstein will be convicted in a retrial.
Attorney Arthur Aidala represented Weinstein and...
Weinstein was seated in a wheelchair and wheeled by a security guard into a courtroom packed with journalists, lawyers and other officials. Lawyer Gloria Allred and Weinstein accuser Jessica Mann were present in the room. Prosecutor Nicole Blumberg from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office said they will seek a retrial in the fall.
“[Mann] wants everyone to know the truth, and the defendant may have power and privilege, but she has the truth,” Blumberg said, adding they “have every reason to believe” Weinstein will be convicted in a retrial.
Attorney Arthur Aidala represented Weinstein and...
- 5/1/2024
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
“We believe in this case, and we will be retrying this case,” prosecutors in Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape case told a judge today in the first hearing since the much-accused producer’s 2020 conviction was overturned last week. “It was a strong case in 2020 …and it remains a strong case in 2024,” added Assistant District Attorney Nicole Blumberg.
Weinstein was sitting in the courtroom as the officials from the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced their intention to take the case back to a jury. The trial could begin as quickly as September, if room can be found on the court calendar.
“We are happy to hear that the prosecutors want a speedy trial,” Weinstein chief attorney Arthur Aidala told the court as he once again proclaimed his client’s innocence. “It’s a new trial, it’s a new day … his life is on the line.”
Charged and arrested...
Weinstein was sitting in the courtroom as the officials from the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced their intention to take the case back to a jury. The trial could begin as quickly as September, if room can be found on the court calendar.
“We are happy to hear that the prosecutors want a speedy trial,” Weinstein chief attorney Arthur Aidala told the court as he once again proclaimed his client’s innocence. “It’s a new trial, it’s a new day … his life is on the line.”
Charged and arrested...
- 5/1/2024
- by Dominic Patten and Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Today, Apple TV+ debuted the teaser for Presumed Innocent, the upcoming eight-part limited series starring and executive produced by Jake Gyllenhaal, hailing from multi-Emmy Award winners David E. Kelley and executive producer J.J. Abrams.
The star-studded ensemble cast also includes Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-t Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Elizabeth Marvel, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard, and Kingston Rumi Southwick.
Presumed Innocent will make its global debut on Apple TV+. The first two episodes will premiere on Wednesday, June 12, followed by a new episode every Wednesday through July 24.
Based on the New York Times bestselling novel of the same name by Scott Turow, the gripping series takes viewers on a journey through the horrific murder that upends the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office when chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich (played by Jake Gyllenhaal) is suspected of the crime.
The series explores obsession, sex, politics, and the power and limits of...
The star-studded ensemble cast also includes Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-t Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Elizabeth Marvel, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard, and Kingston Rumi Southwick.
Presumed Innocent will make its global debut on Apple TV+. The first two episodes will premiere on Wednesday, June 12, followed by a new episode every Wednesday through July 24.
Based on the New York Times bestselling novel of the same name by Scott Turow, the gripping series takes viewers on a journey through the horrific murder that upends the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office when chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich (played by Jake Gyllenhaal) is suspected of the crime.
The series explores obsession, sex, politics, and the power and limits of...
- 5/1/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Exclusive: Despite a myriad of health issues landing the incarcerated Harvey Weinstein in hospital last week, the much-accused producer is still expected to show up in court tomorrow — at least right now.
“Mr. Weinstein entered prison with serious medical issues, and they have not magically disappeared, but are being managed,” the producer’s long-time spokesperson Juda Engelmayer tells Deadline of his client who is suffering from diabetes, cardiac issued, sleep apnea, and who is also near blind.
Following the April 25 overturning of his 2020 sex crimes conviction, the past few days have seen a storm of rumors that 72-year-old Weinstein wouldn’t make the re-arraignment hearing in the early afternoon local time at 100 Centre Street in Manhattan. While Weinstein’s current condition is far from critical at present and he is under observation at Bellevue, one well-positioned law enforcement source said that “things could turn on a dime” and not to rule out “more drama.
“Mr. Weinstein entered prison with serious medical issues, and they have not magically disappeared, but are being managed,” the producer’s long-time spokesperson Juda Engelmayer tells Deadline of his client who is suffering from diabetes, cardiac issued, sleep apnea, and who is also near blind.
Following the April 25 overturning of his 2020 sex crimes conviction, the past few days have seen a storm of rumors that 72-year-old Weinstein wouldn’t make the re-arraignment hearing in the early afternoon local time at 100 Centre Street in Manhattan. While Weinstein’s current condition is far from critical at present and he is under observation at Bellevue, one well-positioned law enforcement source said that “things could turn on a dime” and not to rule out “more drama.
- 4/30/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Update: The lawyer for Karen McDougal and Stormy Daniels further outlined the hush money deals made to his clients, including his suspicion that Donald Trump was “the one” who ultimately funded the Daniels payoff.
Lawyer Keith Davidson said on Tuesday that he did not enjoy having to deal with Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen.
The tension went back to a hostile phone call in 2011 after a gossip site called TheDirty blogged about rumors of a sexual liaison between adult film star Daniels and Trump. “Before I could barely get my name out, I was met with a hostile barrage of insults and allegations,” Davidson testified in Trump’s hush-money trial in Manhattan.
Cohen was “just screaming,” Davidson said, and he accused Davidson’s clients, Daniels and her manager, Gina Rodriguez, of leaking the claim to TheDirty. “Finally, after he finished,” Davidson recalled, he assured Cohen that Daniels didn’t want the story publicized.
Lawyer Keith Davidson said on Tuesday that he did not enjoy having to deal with Trump’s lawyer, Michael Cohen.
The tension went back to a hostile phone call in 2011 after a gossip site called TheDirty blogged about rumors of a sexual liaison between adult film star Daniels and Trump. “Before I could barely get my name out, I was met with a hostile barrage of insults and allegations,” Davidson testified in Trump’s hush-money trial in Manhattan.
Cohen was “just screaming,” Davidson said, and he accused Davidson’s clients, Daniels and her manager, Gina Rodriguez, of leaking the claim to TheDirty. “Finally, after he finished,” Davidson recalled, he assured Cohen that Daniels didn’t want the story publicized.
- 4/30/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Goodfellas has come on board to handle international sales on Francis Ford Coppola’s Cannes Competition selection Megalopolis, Screen can reveal.
It is further understood the epic drama has sold to Le Pacte for France, which satisfies Cannes’ rule stating that films invited to play in Competition must be released theatrically in France prior to debuting on a platform.
Adam Driver stars in Megalopolis as an ambitious architect who harbours grand plans to rebuild New York and falls for the daughter of his rival, the mayor, who wants to perpetuate greed and support special interest groups. The first-look image from...
It is further understood the epic drama has sold to Le Pacte for France, which satisfies Cannes’ rule stating that films invited to play in Competition must be released theatrically in France prior to debuting on a platform.
Adam Driver stars in Megalopolis as an ambitious architect who harbours grand plans to rebuild New York and falls for the daughter of his rival, the mayor, who wants to perpetuate greed and support special interest groups. The first-look image from...
- 4/30/2024
- ScreenDaily
Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized in New York City, days after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his 2020 rape conviction.
Attorney Arthur Aidala said Saturday that Weinstein was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for a battery of tests, according to the Associated Press.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically,” Aidala said. “He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health wise.”
Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue.
“Mr. Weinstein has a history of high blood pressure, heart issues, and a myriad of other health conditions. The trip from the Walsh Rmu to NYC triggered some of the health issues that warranted closer monitoring,” Juda Engelmayer, Weinstein’s spokesperson, told Variety in a statement.
Attorney Arthur Aidala said Saturday that Weinstein was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan for a battery of tests, according to the Associated Press.
“They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help, physically,” Aidala said. “He’s got a lot of problems. He’s getting all kinds of tests. He’s somewhat of a train wreck health wise.”
Frank Dwyer, a spokesperson with the New York City Department of Correction, said Weinstein remains in custody at Bellevue.
“Mr. Weinstein has a history of high blood pressure, heart issues, and a myriad of other health conditions. The trip from the Walsh Rmu to NYC triggered some of the health issues that warranted closer monitoring,” Juda Engelmayer, Weinstein’s spokesperson, told Variety in a statement.
- 4/27/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Updated: After David Pecker finished his fourth day of testimony, the next prosecution witness in Donald Trump’s hush money trial Friday was Rhona Graff, Trump’s longtime assistant.
Graff was a Trump Organization employee who, while there, kept contacts for both Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal in the company’s computer system. She testified today that she had a “vague recollection” of once seeing Daniels in an office reception area of Trump Tower, and “assumed” it was because Trump was considering her as a contestant on his Celebrity Apprentice reality TV show.
“He thought that she would be an interesting addition,” she testified, citing “office chatter” as the basis for her opinion. Graff said she was aware that Daniels was an adult film performer.
Graff worked for Trump for 34 years, rising from his executive assistant beginning in 1987 to senior vice president until her departure in 2021. She testified under subpoena on Friday,...
Graff was a Trump Organization employee who, while there, kept contacts for both Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal in the company’s computer system. She testified today that she had a “vague recollection” of once seeing Daniels in an office reception area of Trump Tower, and “assumed” it was because Trump was considering her as a contestant on his Celebrity Apprentice reality TV show.
“He thought that she would be an interesting addition,” she testified, citing “office chatter” as the basis for her opinion. Graff said she was aware that Daniels was an adult film performer.
Graff worked for Trump for 34 years, rising from his executive assistant beginning in 1987 to senior vice president until her departure in 2021. She testified under subpoena on Friday,...
- 4/26/2024
- by Sean Piccoli
- Deadline Film + TV
Chrisley Knows Best fans predicted a disappointing outcome for Savannah Chrisley with Todd and Julie Chrisley’s oral arguments appeal, but is all hope gone for them? After the appeal, in an update, Savannah seemed down, so curious USA Network fans wonder if the attorney, Alex Little prepared her for bad news.
Todd & Julie Chrisley’s Appeal Alleged Misconduct
Only a very small percentage of federal oral argument appeals are granted. So, in his filings, Alex Little must have had a good basis to get the opportunity in the appellate court. Most of the arguments labored the issues of alleged misconduct by the prosecution. Additionally, Little talked about an IRS witness who seemed to influence the jury by suggesting they never paid taxes. While some people feel that it was all “hearsay,” the fact is that what she said was entered into the court record. So, it is evidence.
Savannah...
Todd & Julie Chrisley’s Appeal Alleged Misconduct
Only a very small percentage of federal oral argument appeals are granted. So, in his filings, Alex Little must have had a good basis to get the opportunity in the appellate court. Most of the arguments labored the issues of alleged misconduct by the prosecution. Additionally, Little talked about an IRS witness who seemed to influence the jury by suggesting they never paid taxes. While some people feel that it was all “hearsay,” the fact is that what she said was entered into the court record. So, it is evidence.
Savannah...
- 4/26/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
When New York’s top court overturned Harvey Weinstein’s Manhattan-based sex crimes conviction in a surprise move Thursday, questions about Weinstein’s reversal of fortune and what comes next for the disgraced movie mogul started to multiply.
Will there be a new trial in New York? Could Weinstein be released on bail while that question plays out? Is Weinstein’s subsequent conviction in California in jeopardy now too?
A spokesperson for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg quickly signaled Thursday that the office hoped to put Weinstein back in front of a jury.
Will there be a new trial in New York? Could Weinstein be released on bail while that question plays out? Is Weinstein’s subsequent conviction in California in jeopardy now too?
A spokesperson for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg quickly signaled Thursday that the office hoped to put Weinstein back in front of a jury.
- 4/26/2024
- by Nancy Dillon
- Rollingstone.com
Harvey Weinstein was already effectively serving a life sentence when he was flown to Los Angeles to face his second trial on rape and sexual assault charges.
That second conviction is now the only thing keeping him in prison, after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his original verdict in a 4-3 ruling on Thursday.
The court’s ruling could now be used to bolster the appeal in California, which, if successful, could set the former Hollywood producer free.
“At the time the jury was deciding the evidence in California, they were working under the assumption and the belief that he had properly been convicted in New York,” said Jennifer Bonjean, the attorney who is handling Weinstein’s California appeal. “Now we know that’s not true.”
The Los Angeles jury was informed of Weinstein’s earlier conviction during the trial, and it also came up during jury selection.
That second conviction is now the only thing keeping him in prison, after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his original verdict in a 4-3 ruling on Thursday.
The court’s ruling could now be used to bolster the appeal in California, which, if successful, could set the former Hollywood producer free.
“At the time the jury was deciding the evidence in California, they were working under the assumption and the belief that he had properly been convicted in New York,” said Jennifer Bonjean, the attorney who is handling Weinstein’s California appeal. “Now we know that’s not true.”
The Los Angeles jury was informed of Weinstein’s earlier conviction during the trial, and it also came up during jury selection.
- 4/25/2024
- by Gene Maddaus
- Variety Film + TV
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