Adam Sandler is set to receive the Maltin Modern Master Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Feb. 5, 2026. As part of the celebration, Sandler will join Leonard Maltin for an on-stage conversation about his work and career. His most recent film includes Noah Baumbach’s “Jay Kelly,” in which he plays a manager to the fictional titular movie star, played by George Clooney. Sandler’s ... Read more
Stephen Colbert gets an unexpected musical shoutout from a legendary singer who says he deserves “something more”.QT
Bette Midler recently graced The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, delivering a memorable musical tribute that blended humor and nostalgia. The tribute highlighted Colbert’s contributions to late-night television over the past decade, emphasizing his political insights and comedic integrity during challenging times. Bette Midler’s Heartfelt Tribute During her appearance, Midler expressed deep appreciation for Colbert, ... Read more
Tension in Los Angeles: The Sparks Falter Early as Derek Fisher Faces Growing Pressure to Deliver.BT
The smattering of fans are standing, shrieking, bouncing, transforming the lower bowl of Crypto.com Arena into a downtown block party. Dancers hop across a stage behind one basket. Sparky the Dog leads cheers from midcourt. Lisa Leslie waves from courtside. The relentless DJ Mal-Ski fills every quiet moment with chants and cheers and pleas. “We need you!” he exhorts the intimate gathering. “C’mon, ... Read more
She Gave the Sparks Everything for 12 Years — Now Nneka Ogwumike Is Ready to Start a New Story.BT
Staff Writer Jan. 24, 2024 4:36 PM PT Nneka Ogwumike was the cornerstone of Curt Miller‘s rebuild of the Sparks, but the former most valuable player is planning her exit after one year under the new coach. Ogwumike, an unrestricted free agent, told the Sparks she intends to leave after 12 seasons with the franchise that drafted her first overall in 2012, a person not authorized to speak ... Read more
Old Roots, New Reign — Breanna Stewart’s Seattle Showdown Ends in a Liberty Blowout Over the Storm.BT
Storm coach Noelle Quinn emphasized that Breanna Stewart is a one of a kind WNBA player after Sunday’s game against the Liberty. Former Storm star Stewart was welcomed back from 9,110 in attendance at Climate Pledge Arena in her second appearance in Seattle this season, receiving a vast amount of cheers from the Seattle faithful during the introduction of the starting lineups. “I had the opportunity to play with ... Read more