THE 2023 TONY AWARDS WILL NOT BE TELEVISED: According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Writers Guild of America has denied a request to air the 2023 Tony Awards on CBS and Paramount+ as the WGA strike continues. The show was originally scheduled to air on June 11th. The Tony Awards Management Committee has scheduled an emergency meeting for Monday (May 15th).
KELLY CLARKSON ADDRESSES ‘TOXIC WORK ENVIROMENT’ CLAIMS: On Saturday (May 13th), Kelly Clarkson took to Instagram to address the Rolling Stone exposé about her eponymous talk show. 11 current and former staffers told the outlet they felt “bullied and intimidated,” “overworked,” and “traumatized” on set. In her post, Clarkson wrote, “I love my team at ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show,’ and to find out that anyone is feeling unheard and or disrespected on this show is unacceptable.” She added, “As we prepare for a move to the East Coast, I am more committed than ever to ensuring that not only for our team that is moving, but also that our new team in NY is comprised of the best and kindest in the business.”
CHECK OUT FIRST-LOOK PHOTOS OF JONATHAN BAILEY ON THE SET OF ‘WICKED:’ Entertainment Tonight reports that Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey was photographed on the set of Wicked. Bailey stars as Friyeo, who is caught in a love triangle between Glinda and Elphaba, played by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.