The latest installment in the “Star Trek” franchise is facing mounting backlash from fans who say it’s gone “woke,” even as many critics praise the new show and studio executives have already approved a second season. “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” premiered last week on Paramount+ to relatively high reviews from critics, including an 87% “Certified … Read more
Tenuous times for TNT’s “Inside the NBA” crew has led to some frustration. Ernie Johnson and Kenny Smith were reportedly upset with a reporter seeking an interview with Charles Barkley on the current uncertain status of their broadcasting rights and future. “She should clear it through Turner,” Smith said to Barkley as he began an … Read more
Prince Harry’s fight for police protection in his birth country is officially underway. The start of his three-day hearing in London kicked off on Tuesday and while the redheaded royal was not in attendance, his attorney, Shaheed Fatima, argued against a decision made in February 2020 to strip him of taxpayer-funded police security when he visits … Read more
She wants the price to be right for Vanna White. Former “Price is Right” model Gwendolyn Osborne, 44, shared her support for White on Thursday amid reports the longtime “Wheel of Fortune” letter-turner is holding out for half of retiring host Pat Sajak’s reported $15 million salary. According to Puck News, White, 66, hasn’t received a … Read more
Jussie Smollett is appealing his conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack on himself and lying to Chicago police about it — nearly a year after he was sentenced to five months in jail. The “Empire” alum, 40, is seeking a new trial, as he claims “prosecutorial misconduct” in this case was “clear and … Read more