For fifty years, San Diego Comic-Con’s greatest superpower has been its ability to avoid any obstacle in its way — from inclement weather to recessions — that could have possibly led to its cancellation. But 2020 has brought Comic-Con a villain that nobody has been able to conquer: COVID-19.However, any comic-book fan would tell you the hero always comes through when all hope seems lost. For Comic-Con International, that meant turning its first-ever cancellation into another first: Its first-ever virtual convention, Comic-Con@Home. And even though there won’t be 6,500 fans screaming at the...…For fifty years, San Diego Comic-Con’s greatest superpower has been its ability to avoid any obstacle in its way — from inclement weather to recessions — that could have possibly led to its cancellation. But 2020 has brought Comic-Con a villain that nobody has been able to conquer: COVID-19.However, any comic-book fan would tell you the hero always comes through when all hope seems lost. For Comic-Con International, that meant turning its first-ever cancellation into another first: Its first-ever virtual convention, Comic-Con@Home. And even though there won’t be 6,500 fans screaming at the...WW…

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s were burning up the FCC’s phone lines during Sunday’s Grammys, as the regulatory body received multiple consumer complaints regarding the two’s performance of their hit song “WAP.”“We can confirm that the FCC did receive consumer complaints regarding the Grammys performance,” an FCC spokesperson told TheWrap. While the spokesperson did not say how many complaints the commission received, it was described as “an average amount for this type of event.”According to WFAA-TV in Dallas, the FCC — compared to 1,300 for last year’s Super Bowl halftime show...…Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s were burning up the FCC’s phone lines during Sunday’s Grammys, as the regulatory body received multiple consumer complaints regarding the two’s performance of their hit song “WAP.”“We can confirm that the FCC did receive consumer complaints regarding the Grammys performance,” an FCC spokesperson told TheWrap. While the spokesperson did not say how many complaints the commission received, it was described as “an average amount for this type of event.”According to WFAA-TV in Dallas, the FCC — compared to 1,300 for last year’s Super Bowl halftime show...WW…

Disneyland and Universal Studios’ reopenings could be closer thanks to new guidelines issued by California’s department of health on Friday. Beginning April 1, outdoor stadiums and concert venues can start to bring guests back, with theme parks not far behind.Outdoor stadiums and concert venues in all counties, regardless of what tier they’re in, will be able to welcome up to 100 California residents beginning on the first day of April. Most counties, including Los Angeles and Orange County, are in the most restrictive Purple Tier, but that could change in the coming weeks if pandemic...…Disneyland and Universal Studios’ reopenings could be closer thanks to new guidelines issued by California’s department of health on Friday. Beginning April 1, outdoor stadiums and concert venues can start to bring guests back, with theme parks not far behind.Outdoor stadiums and concert venues in all counties, regardless of what tier they’re in, will be able to welcome up to 100 California residents beginning on the first day of April. Most counties, including Los Angeles and Orange County, are in the most restrictive Purple Tier, but that could change in the coming weeks if pandemic...WW…

You won’t find many people who loved the 2013 series finale of “Dexter,” which left everybody’s favorite serial killer in a self-imposed isolation as a lumberjack. But Michael C. Hall, who played Dexter Morgan over eight seasons of the Showtime series, hopes the upcoming revival can make up for it.“Let’s be real: people found the way that show left things pretty unsatisfying, and there’s always been a hope that a story would emerge that would be worth telling,” Hall in an interview published Monday. “I include myself in the group of people that wondered, ‘What the hell happened to that...…You won’t find many people who loved the 2013 series finale of “Dexter,” which left everybody’s favorite serial killer in a self-imposed isolation as a lumberjack. But Michael C. Hall, who played Dexter Morgan over eight seasons of the Showtime series, hopes the upcoming revival can make up for it.“Let’s be real: people found the way that show left things pretty unsatisfying, and there’s always been a hope that a story would emerge that would be worth telling,” Hall in an interview published Monday. “I include myself in the group of people that wondered, ‘What the hell happened to that...WW…

Conan O’Brien will end his late-night series “Conan” on TBS next year, but he’s not leaving the WarnerMedia family. He will then launch a new weekly variety series on HBO Max.“Conan” will end in June of 2021, concluding a 10-year run. There were no further details on the upcoming HBO Max series or when it would premiere. His “Conan Without Borders” travel specials will continue, as soon as it’s safe to travel again. TBS had previously renewed “Conan” through 2022.“In 1993 Johnny Carson gave me the best advice of my career: ‘As soon as possible, get to a streaming platform.’ I’m thrilled...…Conan O’Brien will end his late-night series “Conan” on TBS next year, but he’s not leaving the WarnerMedia family. He will then launch a new weekly variety series on HBO Max.“Conan” will end in June of 2021, concluding a 10-year run. There were no further details on the upcoming HBO Max series or when it would premiere. His “Conan Without Borders” travel specials will continue, as soon as it’s safe to travel again. TBS had previously renewed “Conan” through 2022.“In 1993 Johnny Carson gave me the best advice of my career: ‘As soon as possible, get to a streaming platform.’ I’m thrilled...WW…

Tommy Heinsohn, a former player and coach for the Boston Celtics who later made his mark as a longtime broadcaster, has died. He was 86.Heinsohn’s association with the Celtics spanned six decades, as both a player, coach and broadcaster for the team’s local TV games. He has been the Celtics’ color commentator alongside Mike Gorman since 1981 and is a fan-favorite for his thick Boston accent, bombastic style and overly-partisan commentary.“We are immensely saddened by the passing of our beloved friend and colleague Tommy Heinsohn,” NBC Sports Boston, which airs Celtics games, said. “Like his...…Tommy Heinsohn, a former player and coach for the Boston Celtics who later made his mark as a longtime broadcaster, has died. He was 86.Heinsohn’s association with the Celtics spanned six decades, as both a player, coach and broadcaster for the team’s local TV games. He has been the Celtics’ color commentator alongside Mike Gorman since 1981 and is a fan-favorite for his thick Boston accent, bombastic style and overly-partisan commentary.“We are immensely saddened by the passing of our beloved friend and colleague Tommy Heinsohn,” NBC Sports Boston, which airs Celtics games, said. “Like his...WW…

Disney+ is flagging its own content for racial stereotyping. This week the streaming service began putting up a content advisory warning for some of its older films like "The Aristocats," "Dumbo," "Peter Pan" and "Swiss Family Robinson" that Disney says feature "negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures." The graphic will run for 12 seconds at the beginning of the flagged content: "This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures. These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to...…Disney+ is flagging its own content for racial stereotyping. This week the streaming service began putting up a content advisory warning for some of its older films like "The Aristocats," "Dumbo," "Peter Pan" and "Swiss Family Robinson" that Disney says feature "negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures." The graphic will run for 12 seconds at the beginning of the flagged content: "This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures. These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to...WW…

"SNL" is down its musical guest this weekend, after country music star Morgan Wallen said he was kicked off the show after he was seen in social media videos partying in Alabama without a mask on. "My actions from this past weekend were pretty short-sighted, and have obviously affected my long-term goals and my dreams," Wallen said on his Instagram. In recent days, videos on TikToks showed Wallen in Alabama without a mask at a crowded bar and a house party. Bill Burr is hosting Saturday's episode. More to come... https://www.instagram.com/tv/CGDvWpAniWw/?utm_source=ig_embed…"SNL" is down its musical guest this weekend, after country music star Morgan Wallen said he was kicked off the show after he was seen in social media videos partying in Alabama without a mask on. "My actions from this past weekend were pretty short-sighted, and have obviously affected my long-term goals and my dreams," Wallen said on his Instagram. In recent days, videos on TikToks showed Wallen in Alabama without a mask at a crowded bar and a house party. Bill Burr is hosting Saturday's episode. More to come... https://www.instagram.com/tv/CGDvWpAniWw/?utm_source=ig_embedWW…

Ahead of its return Saturday, “SNL” showed off the first look at Jim Carrey’s Joe Biden, along with Maya Rudolph’s return as Biden’s running mate, Kamala Harris.“SNL” returns for its 46th season on Saturday with host Chris Rock and musical guest Megan Thee Stallion. Alec Baldwin will return for his fifth season portraying Donald Trump, while castmember Beck Bennett will again play current Vice President Mike Pence.Watch a video of Carrey’s and Rudolph’s transformation into the Democratic hopefuls above.Also Read:The longrunning NBC sketch comedy series is starting off its 46th season with...…Ahead of its return Saturday, “SNL” showed off the first look at Jim Carrey’s Joe Biden, along with Maya Rudolph’s return as Biden’s running mate, Kamala Harris.“SNL” returns for its 46th season on Saturday with host Chris Rock and musical guest Megan Thee Stallion. Alec Baldwin will return for his fifth season portraying Donald Trump, while castmember Beck Bennett will again play current Vice President Mike Pence.Watch a video of Carrey’s and Rudolph’s transformation into the Democratic hopefuls above.Also Read:The longrunning NBC sketch comedy series is starting off its 46th season with...WW…

“Beavis and Butt-Head” are back, trading in music videos for TikTok.Comedy Central has ordered two seasons of a new “reimagined” version of the MTV animated series, with creator Mike Judge returning to write, produce and voice the two lead characters. The network’s deal with Judge and 3 Arts Entertainment includes spinoffs and specials.Per Comedy Central, in this new iteration, “Beavis” and “Butt-Head” are entering a whole new Gen Z world.Also Read:“We are thrilled to be working with Mike Judge and the great team at 3 Arts again as we double down on Adult Animation at Comedy Central” says...…“Beavis and Butt-Head” are back, trading in music videos for TikTok.Comedy Central has ordered two seasons of a new “reimagined” version of the MTV animated series, with creator Mike Judge returning to write, produce and voice the two lead characters. The network’s deal with Judge and 3 Arts Entertainment includes spinoffs and specials.Per Comedy Central, in this new iteration, “Beavis” and “Butt-Head” are entering a whole new Gen Z world.Also Read:“We are thrilled to be working with Mike Judge and the great team at 3 Arts again as we double down on Adult Animation at Comedy Central” says...WW…