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Snoop Dogg Returns to NBC for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

Snoop Dogg will join NBC’s primetime team for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, bringing his humor, energy, and cultural flair to Italy.

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Snoop Dogg is trading palm trees for puffy jackets. The rap icon is set to return to NBCUniversal’s Olympic coverage for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, bringing his trademark laid-back charm and infectious enthusiasm to the snowbound spectacle in northern Italy.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Announced during NBC Sports’ Sunday Night Football, Snoop — who became an instant fan favorite during the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics — will once again join NBC and Peacock’s primetime lineup. He’ll appear alongside veteran host Mike Tirico for a recurring segment called “Snoop’s Greatest Hits,” offering color, commentary and candid reactions as competitions unfold.

But viewers shouldn’t expect run-of-the-mill analysis: Snoop’s role is part cultural tour guide, part hype man, part unexpected Olympic enthusiast.

“I am excited to be back with my main man Mike Tirico for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina,” Snoop said in a playful statement. “The D O double G will be on the scene, and I am looking forward to celebrating with the athletes and their families. The Olympics is the biggest stage in the world and, as everyone knows, I’m all about sports, bringing people together, and unifying while bringing the fun. I’ll be bringing my puffy jackets, snow pants, goggles, skates (and will definitely be iced out).”

NBCUniversal framed Snoop as the network’s resident bringer of good vibes. “Our Ambassador of Happiness returns!” said NBC Olympics executive producer Molly Solomon, teasing viewers on what will likely be a welcome contrast to the usual play-by-play.

“We can’t wait to see how the kid from Long Beach handles the snow and ice of Italy at his first-ever Winter Olympics.” Solomon pointed to Snoop’s natural ability to connect with athletes and families — a dynamic that resonated deeply during Paris, when he was seen training with competitors, nervously watching alongside their loved ones and even carrying the Olympic torch ahead of the Opening Ceremony.

For Milano Cortina, Snoop’s coverage will blend on-site reporting with neighborhood exploration. NBC says he’ll roam from Milan’s bustling streets to the breathtaking Dolomites, spotlighting local culture, landmarks and the everyday moments that surround the Games.

Expect warm, unscripted encounters: Snoop has proven he’s as comfortable riffing with Simone Biles as he is celebrating poolside with swimming champions and swapping stories with longtime friends like Martha Stewart.

Beyond the immediate Olympic duties, Snoop’s relationship with NBCUniversal has expanded — a multi-project deal with his Death Row Pictures includes film, TV and streaming projects, and a Snoop biopic is reportedly on the slate. He’s also kept busy with other NBC appearances, returning to The Voice and hosting a New Year’s Eve special.

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics open Feb. 6, 2026, and with Snoop on the roster, NBC’s primetime coverage promises to mix gold-medal athleticism with a generous helping of personality — and a few laughs, too.

Ashley Hollis Wins ‘Big Brother’ Season 27 in 6–1 Jury Vote: Keanu Named America’s Favorite Houseguest

Late HOH comeback secures Ashley Hollis the $750,000 win — Vince finishes runner-up and Keanu earns America’s Favorite.

Julie Chen Moonves with the 'Big Brother' Season 27 Final 3.
Julie Chen Moonves with the ‘Big Brother’ Season 27 Final 3. (PHOTO CREDIT: CBS)

Ashley Hollis walked out of the Big Brother Season 27 house with the $750,000 grand prize after a decisive 6–1 vote from the jury, capping a season full of strategic play, surprise twists and a late-game power shift.

Julie Chen Moonves returned to host the finale, introducing the final three — Ashley, Vince Panaro and Morgan Pope — and setting the stage for the dramatic three-part final Head of Household (HOH) competition.

The three finalists, all members or affiliates of the Judges alliance, battled through a tense series of challenges designed to test endurance, skill and nerve.

Ashley stumbled in the first stage and was the first to drop, forcing her to fight through Part 2. Vince fell in the second round, leaving Morgan to advance directly to the final stage. Former houseguest Frankie Grande returned to the house to host Part 2, where Ashley outlasted Vince to earn a shot at the final HOH against Morgan.

In the finale’s last test, Ashley prevailed — securing the final HOH, evicting Morgan and choosing Vince as her Final 2 partner.

The jury — Rachel Reilly, Clifton “Will” Williams, Kelley Jorgensen, Lauren Domingue, Keanu Soto, Ava Pearl and Morgan Pope — largely rewarded Ashley’s social and strategic game. Rachel, Will, Kelley, Lauren, Keanu and Ava cast their votes for Ashley; Morgan cast the lone vote for Vince.

Vince finished second, taking home the season’s $75,000 runner-up prize.

Finale night also revealed the season’s BB Mastermind trio: returning alums Jessie Godderz, Frankie Grande and Eric Stein. The three had previously played pivotal roles in past seasons and were revealed as the architects behind the twist that impacted this season’s houseguests.

Fans crowned Keanu Soto as America’s Favorite Houseguest, with Julie Chen Moonves announcing he won more than 65% of the fan vote and the $50,000 prize. Rachel and Will were the other top vote-getters in the fan poll.

As the confetti settled, Ashley thanked fellow players and viewers, praising the unpredictable journey that led her to the final stage.

For viewers, Season 27 delivered strategy, surprise guests and a finale that underscored why Big Brother remains a summer staple — where social savvy and timing can turn a risky move into a seven-figure win.

Share your thoughts: was Ashley’s victory deserved?

Bad Bunny to Headline Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show: “This is for my people, my culture”

Puerto Rican superstar frames his Feb. 8, 2026 halftime set at Levi’s Stadium as a cultural celebration — his first Super Bowl performance.

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Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny will take the stage as the headliner for the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on Feb. 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California — a moment the artist framed as bigger than himself and rooted in pride for his culture and community.

“What I’m feeling goes beyond myself,” Bad Bunny said in a statement. “It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown… this is for my people, my culture, and our history. Ve y dile a tu abuela, que seremos el HALFTIME SHOW DEL SUPER BOWL.” The Spanish-language flourish — telling fans to “go tell your abuela” — underscores how the performance will be a celebration of his Puerto Rican roots.

The announcement lands as Bad Bunny prepares to hit the road on his Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour, which kicks off Dec. 5 in Costa Rica and visits Mexico, Spain, the U.K. and Italy before wrapping in July. He’d hinted on X that he would perform “one date” in the United States, and the Super Bowl stage appears to be that single, seismic U.S. stop.

He also has concerts scheduled in Chile (Feb. 5–7) and Argentina (Feb. 15–17), though it’s not yet clear how those dates will align with the Super Bowl weekend.

Roc Nation founder Jay-Z — whose company has worked with the NFL on halftime bookings since 2019 — praised Bad Bunny’s impact. “What Benito has done and continues to do for Puerto Rico is truly inspiring,” Jay-Z said in a statement, adding that his company is honored to bring the star to “the world’s biggest stage.”

This will mark Bad Bunny’s first Super Bowl performance after a banner year that began with the release of his seventh album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, and a 30-date residency at San Juan’s José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum that wrapped on Sept. 20. The announcement comes amid past reports that the artist avoided U.S. shows over concerns about ICE raids, a factor he has said influenced his touring choices.

Rumors had circulated about other big names turning down the slot — including Adele and Taylor Swift — but the NFL has indicated artists like Swift remain welcome. Last year’s halftime show featured Kendrick Lamar with surprise appearances, and recent years have seen performances by the likes of Rihanna and Usher, setting a high bar for spectacle.

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl booking promises to bring reggaeton and Latin flair to one of music’s most-watched stages. Fans will be watching closely — and plenty of nonna-watching is probably already happening.

Share what you think: is Bad Bunny the perfect pick for halftime?

Lola Young Says She’s “OK” After Collapsing Onstage at All Things Go Festival

Singer collapses during All Things Go set after recent mental-health struggles — later posts she’s “doing okay.”

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British singer Lola Young reassured fans she’s “doing okay” after collapsing onstage during her performance at the All Things Go festival in New York on Saturday.

The moment — which left the crowd visibly shaken — unfolded while Young was singing her song “Conceited,” when she suffered an unspecified medical emergency and was carried off by a medical unit.

Fellow artist and labelmate Remi Wolf returned to the stage shortly after the incident, visibly rattled. “My friend Lola is backstage, and she is okay,” Wolf told the audience, adding, “That was really fucking scary.” A few hours later Young posted an Instagram story confirming she was recovering: “I am doing okay now. Thank you for all of your support Lola xxx.”

The collapse came only days after Young canceled a scheduled New Jersey show for mental-health reasons. Her manager, Nick Shymansky, later said he had urged her to cancel that performance “as a protective measure to keep her safe.”

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On Saturday, Young addressed the recent struggles during her set, telling the crowd she’d “had a tricky couple of days” and that sometimes life makes you feel like you “can’t continue.” She added with defiant optimism, “Today I woke up and I made the decision to come here… Sometimes life can throw you lemons, and you just gotta make lemonade.”

Those struggles are not new talking points for Young. Earlier in the week she gave a candid acoustic performance and talk at Brooklyn’s National Sawdust, where she spoke openly about her ongoing battles with mental health and substance abuse — themes that surface regularly in her writing.

Her breakthrough single “Messy” and much of the material on her newly released album, I’m Only Fucking Myself, dive into those darker places with blunt honesty.

Fans and fellow artists flooded social media with concern and support after the onstage collapse, praising festival staff and medical teams for quickly stepping in. Remi Wolf’s calm update — and Young’s own Instagram reassurance later in the day — helped ease immediate fears, though many fans continued to send wishes for a full and restful recovery.

Representatives have not shared further medical details, and Young has not announced whether any upcoming dates will be rescheduled. For now, the singer’s brief message of gratitude and the support from peers and fans have been the clearest signals that she’s on the mend.

If you’re a fan, sending positive messages and respecting her need for privacy as she recovers is the best way to show you care.

‘Growing Up Putman’ Stars Bill and Barb Putman, Aunt Megan Killed in Car Accident, Family Confirms

The Putmans — stars of TLC’s ‘Meet the Putmans’ and YouTube’s ‘Growing Up Putman’ — confirm “Papa,” “Neenee” and Aunt Megan died in a crash; several relatives remain hospitalized.

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Three members of the Putman reality TV family have died after a devastating car accident, the family announced on Instagram Saturday morning.

In a brief but heartfelt post, the family said “Papa, Neenee and Aunt Megan” have passed. The pair known as Papa and Neenee are the family’s patriarch and matriarch — Bill and Barb Putman — while Aunt Megan’s full name was not shared. The post did not include details about the crash itself.

Several other Putman family members were confirmed to be hospitalized. The family named Uncle Blake, Lulu, Alena, Noah and Gia as among those receiving care. No updates on their conditions were provided in the announcement.

The Putmans leaned on faith in their message, quoting John 14:27 — “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you… Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” — and saying they believe Papa, Neenee and Aunt Megan “are alive and whole in Heaven, standing before Jesus.”

The tone was grief-stricken but steady, reflecting a family turning to spirituality in the midst of unimaginable loss.

The Putman family rose to public attention through TLC’s Meet the Putmans, which followed Bill and Barb Putman and their extended household. The large family — the Instagram post notes they live with 10 adults and 20 kids under one roof — became known for their unconventional lifestyle and tight-knit home life set inside a sprawling house.

The family later revived their story online in a YouTube series called Growing Up Putman, though there hasn’t been a new episode in recent years.

Fans and followers of the family took to social media after the announcement, sharing condolences and memories of the Putmans’ on-camera warmth and chaotic charm. For many viewers, the family felt like a window into a life lived loudly and together — which makes the loss hit even harder for longtime supporters.

At this time, the Putman family has not released further details about the accident or funeral arrangements. The family’s Instagram remains the primary source for updates; in their post they asked for privacy and prayed for peace as they grieve.

Our thoughts are with the Putman family and everyone affected by this tragedy.

‘Sneakermania’ Trailer Drops: Finnish Teen Drama Puts Sneaker Culture Front and Center

Sneakers, TikTok and fierce friendship collide in a vibrant, coming-of-age Helsinki drama.

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Sneakermania. (PHOTO CREDIT: Helsinki-filmi)

A fresh, vibrant take on youth culture and online fame is arriving from Finland. Sneakermania, an eight-episode series from Helsinki-filmi set to premiere on YLE in February 2026, follows teenage sneakerhead Ola as he hustles to turn his passion for kicks into influencer stardom — until a betrayal tests his friendships and his values.

Ola is the kind of character who lives and breathes sneakers. He’s obsessed with the Air Jordan 1 Low OG Chicago, spends hours curating looks with his friend Bee, and dreams of growing their TikTok channel into something big. But when his former best friend Jay suddenly steals the spotlight, what started as playful rivalry spirals into envy, dishonesty and hard choices that push every character to ask who they really are.

According to Variety, Director Ima Iduozee, who also choreographed Finland’s first Netflix Original Dance Brothers, says Sneakermania aims to show a side of Helsinki we don’t often see on screen. “We have so much more to offer than Nordic noir,” Iduozee says, explaining his desire to depict a generation of creatives who are bold, self-determined and eager to make their own mark.

The show blends comedic moments with real emotional stakes, landing somewhere between spirited fun and a coming-of-age drama about identity and belonging.

Social media is the engine driving the story. For Ola, the ability to craft his own image online offers autonomy and a chance to be seen — but it also creates pressure to perform and compete. “The desire to be seen, heard and accepted” is a throughline, Iduozee notes, as characters navigate what they’re willing to sacrifice for likes, followers and respect.

Helsinki-filmi’s head of drama, Mia Ylönen, says sneaker culture was an obvious entry point. “For many young adults, sneakers are much more than shoes — they’re a cultural language,” she explains. The series leans into that world, bringing fashion stylists, designers, dancers and influencers into the production from day one to ensure authenticity.

The soundtrack features Finnish artists including Turisti, Averagekidluke and Bizi, giving the series a pulse that matches its stylish visuals.

Written by first-time head writer Vilja Keskimäki, Sneakermania doesn’t put Ola at the center in isolation — he’s part of a close-knit group who share his DIY ethos, hunger for self-expression and the messy business of growing up. Friendship, ambition and the cost of chasing fame are all on the table.

If the trailer is any indication, Sneakermania is set to be a lively, colorful addition to Nordic TV that foregrounds fashion, music and online culture rather than the usual crime dramas. Expect smart humor, sharpened emotions and a modern portrait of a Helsinki that feels lived-in and loud.

Share your thoughts — are you ready for a sneaker-driven take on teen fame?

Jon Stewart Criticizes Backlash as ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Returns After Brief Suspension

Stewart skewers cancellation theatrics and warns of media consolidation and regulatory pressure as ABC reverses Kimmel’s suspension.

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Jon Stewart on Friday weighed in after ABC announced that Jimmy Kimmel Live! would resume production following a short suspension, using the moment to skewer the outrage, media maneuvering and corporate pressure that led to the pause.

ABC said the show would return after “thoughtful conversations” with Kimmel and that a new episode would air the following day. The network framed the earlier suspension as an effort “to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country,” calling certain comments made by Kimmel “ill-timed and thus insensitive.”

The decision to resume came after internal discussions between the comedian and network executives.

The controversy began after Kimmel’s September 15 monologue, in which he addressed the Sept. 10 fatal shooting of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk. Kimmel offered condolences while condemning attempts to politicize the tragedy.

Two days later, ABC announced the show would be put on pause, a move that came amid mounting pressure from affiliates and conservative critics.

Nexstar Media, which owns more than 200 television stations, announced that it would preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live! “for the foreseeable future” on its ABC-affiliated stations, saying it strongly objected to Kimmel’s comments.

Nexstar’s public stance drew attention because the company recently announced plans to acquire rival broadcaster Tegna in a multibillion-dollar deal that would dramatically increase its reach — a merger that requires FCC approval.

FCC Chair Brendan Carr publicly praised Nexstar’s action, framing it as broadcasters defending “community values.”

On The Daily Show, Stewart mocked the outrage and the performative cancellation campaigns springing up online. Joking that “Jimmy Kimmel’s flying high like Advil today,” Stewart ribbed viewers who proclaimed they would cancel Disney+ and Hulu while continuing to watch shows on those platforms.

He also highlighted the omnipresence of large media conglomerates, wryly noting how consumers’ lives are entwined with corporate brands.

Stewart went further in a satirical segment that reimagined what a “government-approved” late-night program might resemble, lampooning the idea that entertainers’ careers can be judged by a political “talent-o-meter.”

He argued the episode exposed broader concerns about regulatory pressure, media consolidation and political influence converging to influence programming decisions.

The quick reversal by ABC and the fierce public back-and-forth underscore how quickly cultural disputes can escalate, especially when amplified by major affiliate groups and federal regulators.

For now, Kimmel is back on the air — and the debate over limits of satire, corporate clout and political pressure shows no sign of cooling.

Sinclair to Preempt “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on ABC Affiliates as Talks with Network Continue

Sinclair will replace “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with local news on its 39 ABC stations, demanding an apology and donation while formal talks with the network continue.

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Sinclair Broadcast Group said it will preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live! on its ABC affiliates when the late-night show is scheduled to return, replacing the program with local news programming while talks with the network continue.

According to Deadline, In a statement, Sinclair said discussions with ABC are “ongoing as we evaluate the show’s potential return” and reiterated its objections to recent remarks by host Jimmy Kimmel.

The move comes after ABC announced Kimmel’s return following a wave of controversy in the entertainment community and among conservatives over a recent monologue. During that monologue Kimmel criticized “the MAGA gang” and said, “We had some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them,” language that prompted fierce condemnation on the right.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned the network and its stations that the matter could draw regulatory scrutiny, saying the commission could take action if standards aren’t met.

Nexstar Media Group, which operates 32 ABC affiliates, quickly pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live! from its stations in the wake of the controversy; ABC later said Kimmel would be taken off the air indefinitely.

Nexstar has not announced whether it will ultimately restore the show and has been described as monitoring the situation. Sinclair — which owns or controls 39 ABC-affiliated stations, including WJLA in Washington, D.C. — said it informed ABC of its objections and demanded a direct apology to the Kirk family as well as a “meaningful personal donation to the Kirk Family and Turning Point USA” before ending its suspension.

The station group also said it would not lift its suspension until it holds formal discussions with ABC regarding “the network’s commitment to professionalism and accountability.” Sinclair briefly planned a Charlie Kirk tribute special for Kimmel’s time slot, but later moved that special to its YouTube channel and ran a rerun of Celebrity Family Feud in its place.

Together, Sinclair and Nexstar account for roughly one-quarter of ABC’s household reach, raising the stakes for the network as it considers the host’s future. The dispute also intersects with larger regulatory and business issues: Nexstar’s proposed acquisition of Tegna is pending before the FCC and could hinge on whether ownership limits — including a rule barring any single company from reaching more than 39% of U.S. households — are altered.

Sinclair has likewise pursued major transactions and advocated for changes to ownership rules, factors that add complexity to the standoff between network and station groups.

Björk Pulls Most Music From Israeli Streaming Services as Cultural Boycott Expands

Björk withdraws most of her catalog from Israeli streaming in solidarity with the “No Music For Genocide” boycott.

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Icelandic artist Björk has removed most of her catalog from Israeli access on major streaming platforms in a move aligned with a new cultural boycott campaign protesting Israel’s actions in Gaza.

The singer — who has not publicly commented on the decision — still has music available on Bandcamp and YouTube, while Spotify and Apple Music users in Israel now see significantly reduced access to her work.

The takedown comes as part of an initiative calling itself No Music For Genocide, which asks musicians and record labels to block Israeli users from streaming their songs.

According to Haaretz, Organizers of the campaign frame the effort as a moral protest: while cultural bans cannot halt military operations, they say, restricting access to art helps shape public opinion and resists normalizing states accused of serious human-rights violations.

The campaign cites a precedent in which record companies restricted music distribution in Russia after its invasion of Ukraine.

Roughly 400 artists and independent labels are reported to have endorsed the petition, including a mix of emerging acts and more established names. Yet for most signatories, their full catalogs remain available in Israel because global distribution is typically controlled by major labels — Sony, Warner and Universal — which have not joined the boycott.

Those companies’ contracts and licensing arrangements mean that even if an artist signs on, platform availability can remain unchanged unless the rights holders act.

Some signed artists have nonetheless seen individual tracks or albums disappear from Israeli services, suggesting the boycott is uneven but gaining traction. Observers say Björk’s apparent participation could be significant precisely because of her stature: a pioneering artist with a global profile, her catalog’s partial withdrawal may increase pressure on other high-profile musicians to follow suit.

Campaign organizers say this is only an initial step and are calling on major labels to adopt a broader stance. They argue that collective action by artists and smaller distributors could eventually create substantial cultural and economic pressure.

Critics of the tactic warn that cultural boycotts can limit dialogue and penalize ordinary listeners as much as political leaders, raising complex questions about the role of art in political protest.

For now, the landscape remains mixed: some catalogues are gone, others remain, and major labels appear to be resisting wholesale participation.

Whether Björk’s removal represents a turning point or an isolated action will depend on how quickly other artists and rights holders choose to escalate the campaign or negotiate alternative measures.

Hollywood Heavyweights Rally Behind Jimmy Kimmel as 400 Stars Protest Disney Suspension

Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Jennifer Aniston and hundreds of others join ACLU in warning against threats to free speech after Kimmel pulled from ABC.

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A coalition of roughly 400 Hollywood figures has joined the American Civil Liberties Union in an open letter condemning Disney’s decision to pull late-night host Jimmy Kimmel from ABC’s schedule — a move critics say threatens free speech and sets a worrying precedent for media independence.

Big-name signatories include Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Jennifer Aniston, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jason Bateman and Martin Short, alongside a wide range of actors, directors and performers such as Ariana DeBose, Jane Fonda, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Regina King, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Diego Luna, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Natalie Portman.

The letter, organized by the ACLU, frames the network’s action as part of a broader wave of pressure on artists and journalists that “strike[s] at the heart of what it means to live in a free country.”

It warns that using corporate or political leverage to silence voices — through lawsuits, threats to broadcast licenses, or station pre-emptions — risks chilling public debate and eroding constitutional protections for free expression.

Anthony D. Romero, ACLU executive director, amplified that argument in a prepared statement included with the letter. He likened the current moment to a “modern McCarthy era,” arguing that efforts to silence Kimmel recall mid-century attempts to root out dissent and that Americans must mobilize to prevent a similar outcome.

Romero urged readers to remember that Senator McCarthy was eventually discredited after people stood up to him — and said the same kind of collective action is needed now.

The dispute arose after remarks Kimmel made about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In response, some of the nation’s largest station owners — most prominently Nexstar Media — announced plans to pre-empt Kimmel’s show on their stations.

Nexstar said it “strongly objects” to the comments, and Sinclair has indicated a similar stance. Facing the potential of widespread station-level blackouts, Disney’s ABC announced it would remove Kimmel’s late-night broadcast from its lineup “indefinitely.”

That decision prompted pushback not just from independent commentators but from artists with professional ties to Disney platforms.

The letter’s roster includes talent who appear on Disney-owned services or in Disney-distributed projects: Martin Short and Meryl Streep are part of Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building,” Florence Pugh and Julia Louis-Dreyfus appear in the Marvel film “Thunderbolts,” Jamie Lee Curtis pops up on FX’s “The Bear,” and Kathryn Hahn starred in Marvel’s Agatha-related streaming series.

The signatories’ connections underline the letter’s point: concerns about censorship cross business relationships and studio loyalties.

The open letter closes with a clear call to action: defend the right to speak freely. Whether the statement will influence Disney’s programming choices or station owners’ plans remains to be seen, but the episode has thrust questions about corporate power, political pressure and the boundaries of broadcast speech into the national conversation.

Read the full list of names at The Hollywood Reporter

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