‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 director on why the finale had no battle: ‘Challenge that expectation’

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 director on why the finale had no battle: ‘Challenge that expectation’

The Targaryens are landing their dragons.  “House of the Dragon” Season 2 ended on Sunday night (on HBO/Max), with a low-key finale that didn’t include a big battle or dramatic death, but did snare nearly 9 million viewers. Geeta Patel, who directed the Season 2 finale, told The Post that because she’s a fan, “I … Read more

This ‘Yellowstone’ star has already finished filming Season 5: ‘Alllll the feels’

This ‘Yellowstone’ star has already finished filming Season 5: ‘Alllll the feels’

Wendy Moniz has been there since the beginning, and is now saying her final goodbyes to “Yellowstone.” The actress, 55, shared a touching message to Instagram on Sunday after filming her last scenes as Governor Lynelle Perry for the second half of Season 5 — the show’s final season. “Series wrap for me on Yellowstone🎬 … Read more

‘Big Brother’ star Lisa Weintraub calls out ‘bully’ Angela Murray: ‘I didn’t provoke her’

‘Big Brother’ star Lisa Weintraub calls out ‘bully’ Angela Murray: ‘I didn’t provoke her’

There was no love lost between Lisa Weintraub and Angela Murray on “Big Brother 26.” The 33-year-old celebrity chef and 50-year-old real estate agent were at odds in the house, with Murray calling Weintraub a “twit” during one heated exchange. The two faced the eviction vote during last Thursday’s episode — and both were shocked … Read more

Jennifer Aniston reveals ‘Morning Show’ set aftermath after getting doused in fake oil: ‘I love New York’

Jennifer Aniston reveals ‘Morning Show’ set aftermath after getting doused in fake oil: ‘I love New York’

Jennifer Aniston is embracing the mess. The actress, 55, posted an Instagram on Sunday with behind-the-scenes photos of her doused in fake oil from filming her hit Apple TV+ series “The Morning Show.” Aniston had the sticky liquid thrown at her while playing her character, Alex Levy, in New York City last weekend. Jennifer Aniston … Read more

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 ends with a cameo from this ‘Game of Thrones’ character

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 ends with a cameo from this ‘Game of Thrones’ character

Spoilers ahead for the Season 2 finale of “House of the Dragon.”  Khaleesi is back. In the Season 2 finale of “House of the Dragon,” there’s an unexpected cameo from a major “Game of Thrones” character: Daenerys Targaryen.  Well, sort of.  Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke) appears in the “House of the Dragon” Season 2 finale, … Read more

How to watch ‘House of the Dragon’ season 2, episode 8: Release time, streaming info

How to watch ‘House of the Dragon’ season 2, episode 8: Release time, streaming info

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. It’s all come down to this: the Season 2 finale of “House of the Dragon” airs tonight on HBO. The “Game of Thrones” prequel based on “Fire and Blood,” is set nearly 200 years before the action of … Read more

Christine Lakin claims she was fired from ‘Fuller House’ after mocking Candace Cameron Bure’s brother

Christine Lakin claims she was fired from ‘Fuller House’ after mocking Candace Cameron Bure’s brother

Christine Lakin has a theory for why she didn’t get a role on “Fuller House.” The actress, 45, appeared on Friday’s episode of Jodie Sweetin’s “How Rude, Tanneritos” podcast and claimed that she was nearly cast as a recurring character on Netflix’s “Full House” reboot series — until she was unexpectedly let go before she … Read more

Exclusive | MrBeast’s team acknowledges need for ‘improvement’ after contestants didn’t get adequate food, medical care during contest with $5M prize: source

Exclusive | MrBeast’s team acknowledges need for ‘improvement’ after contestants didn’t get adequate food, medical care during contest with M prize: source

MrBeast’s team is pushing back on the allegations that make his competition reality series “Beast Games” out to be the literal Hunger Games, with a source telling The Post exclusively that they “acknowledge the need for improvement.” The world’s most popular YouTuber, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, has come under fire again after several … Read more

Molly Kearney exits ‘SNL’ after making history as first nonbinary cast member: ‘That’s a wrap’

Molly Kearney exits ‘SNL’ after making history as first nonbinary cast member: ‘That’s a wrap’

Molly Kearney is saying goodbye to “Saturday Night Live” after two seasons on the show. The comedian, 32, who was the first nonbinary performer to join the “SNL” cast and uses they/them pronouns, announced their departure in an Instagram post on August 2.  Molly Kearney performs on the stage at the 2019 Clusterfest on June … Read more

Cowboy Cartel: How FBI busted deadly Mexican gang by tracking their quarter horses

Cowboy Cartel: How FBI busted deadly Mexican gang by tracking their quarter horses

Sometimes, when busting up a Mexican drug cartel, you follow the cocaine. Other times you follow the cash. But for one particularly impactful investigation, law enforcers followed the horses. The equines in question were quarter horses, which, among America’s cowboys and Mexico’s vaqueros, are not unlike thoroughbreds. They compete in quarter mile races. Fans bet on … Read more

New ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff eyes Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell and Patrick J. Adams to join

New ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff eyes Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell and Patrick J. Adams to join

Saddle up.  Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell and Patrick J. Adams are reportedly close to signing deals for Taylor Sheridan’s new “Yellowstone” spinoff, according to TV Line. This leaves Matthew McConaughey’s “Yellowstone” future up in the air. The show was formerly called “2024” but its title is now reporterdly “The Madison.”  The outlet reports that its rumored … Read more

Exclusive | ‘My Lady Jane’ star Edward Bluemel jokes about ‘mischievous’ horse plot twist: I got plenty of ‘inappropriate’ questions

Exclusive | ‘My Lady Jane’ star Edward Bluemel jokes about ‘mischievous’ horse plot twist: I got plenty of ‘inappropriate’ questions

He took it by the reins.  Edward Bluemel, 31, stars in the Prime Video show “My Lady Jane,” which is now streaming and has become a sensation on TikTok. “I am not really surprised,” Bluemel told The Post about the show’s success.  “I always had a quiet confidence that it would do well,” the British … Read more

‘SNL’ star Punkie Johnson says she’s leaving show after 4 seasons during NYC comedy gig: ‘I ain’t coming back’

‘SNL’ star Punkie Johnson says she’s leaving show after 4 seasons during NYC comedy gig: ‘I ain’t coming back’

Punkie Johnson is leaving “Saturday Night Live” after four seasons. The comedian, 39, announced her departure during a stand-up show at Brooklyn’s Union Hall Wednesday night, telling the audience that she will not be returning for the show’s landmark 50th season. “I just want to let you know after four seasons, I will not be returning … Read more

‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star Grant Show says ‘creepy’ age-gap romance with Jennie Garth ‘would be illegal’ today

‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star Grant Show says ‘creepy’ age-gap romance with Jennie Garth ‘would be illegal’ today

Grant Show is reflecting on his onscreen romance with Jennie Garth on “Beverly Hills, 90210.” During an appearance on the “Melrose Place” rewatch podcast, “Still The Place,” the 62-year-old actor opened up about the “creepy” romance between his character, 25-year-old handyman Jake Hanson, and Garth’s high school character, Kelly Taylor. “They cast me for ‘Melrose … Read more

Nick Viall says he ‘vividly’ remembers ‘Bachelor’ contestant Hailey Merkt after her death from leukemia

Nick Viall says he ‘vividly’ remembers ‘Bachelor’ contestant Hailey Merkt after her death from leukemia

Nick Viall is paying tribute to the late Hailey Merkt, a contestant from his season of “The Bachelor,” who passed away on Friday, July 26 after a battle with leukemia.  The former “Bachelor,” 43, spoke about Merkt’s passing on the August 1 episode of his his podcast, “The Viall Files.”  “On a very sad note, … Read more

Exclusive | ‘RHOC’ star Heather Dubrow denies she ‘snubbed’ newbie Katie Ginella: ‘That’s not who I am’

Exclusive | ‘RHOC’ star Heather Dubrow denies she ‘snubbed’ newbie Katie Ginella: ‘That’s not who I am’

Heather Dubrow has a new rival on “The Real Housewives of Orange County.” The reality star, 55, got off on the wrong foot with Season 18 newbie Katie Ginella, who claimed that the former actress ignored her when they met at “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Sutton Stracke’s Christmas party before filming. Ginella, … Read more

Colin Jost announced as host of ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ — leaving fans divided

Colin Jost announced as host of ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ — leaving fans divided

“Pop Culture Jeopardy!” has found its host. “Saturday Night Live” star Colin Jost will emcee the “Jeopardy!” spinoff airing on Amazon Prime Video. Production on the Sony Pictures-produced show will begin in August. “What is: I’m excited,” Jost, 42, quipped in a press release, per Variety. Colin Jost on “SNL.” Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images … Read more

HBO speaks out after ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 finale leaks on TikTok

HBO speaks out after ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 finale leaks on TikTok

Dracarys. The Season 2 finale of “House of the Dragon” leaked online Tuesday night, five days before it airs on HBO and Max on Sunday, August 4. The episode spread like dragon fire on TikTok, forcing HBO to release a statement. Matt Smith in “House of the Dragon.” HBO Olivia Cooke in “House of the … Read more

The ‘Bachelor’ and ‘Bachelorette’ franchise: Stars from the show who died

The ‘Bachelor’ and ‘Bachelorette’ franchise: Stars from the show who died

Bachelor Nation stars don’t always get a happy ending. A number of people who have appeared on “The Bachelor” franchise have died over the years. The ABC reality franchise started with “The Bachelor” in 2002 and has spawned numerous spinoffs, including “The Bachelorette,” “Bachelor in Paradise,” “The Golden Bachelor,” “The Golden Bachelorette,” “Bachelor Pad” and … Read more

Carrie Underwood expected to replace Katy Perry as ‘American Idol’ judge

Carrie Underwood expected to replace Katy Perry as  ‘American Idol’ judge

Carrie Underwood is heading back to “American Idol.” The Grammy-winning singer, 41, is expected to be named a new judge of the singing competition show that made her famous, according to Deadline. Underwood will join judges Lionel Richie, 75, and Luke Bryan, 48, while replacing Katy Perry, 39, who announced earlier this year that she … Read more