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With Nneka Nwosu Faison at the lead, WCVB’s ‘Chronicle’ sets a new course

Chronicle named its next executive producer today. She’ll be the first black person to lead the longest-running locally produced news magazine, but she’s so much more than that.

Why some viewers are upset about the new ‘Bachelor’ pick

Viewers often complain about the choice for ‘‘Bachelor’’ or ‘‘Bachelorette’’ star, but the outrage is even more pronounced this year, particularly because of many fans’ preference.

‘SNL’ rescinds cast invitation to Shane Gillis over YouTube video deriding Asians

“Saturday Night Live” has rescinded its invitation to a cast member who posted a video last year in which he used a racial slur for Chinese people and derided Asians trying to learn English.

Christie Brinkley pulls out of ‘Dancing with the Stars’; daughter Sailor will take her place

The Sports Illustrated model has been sidelined for Monday’s season premiere of “Dancing with the Stars.”

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Here’s what late-night hosts had to say about the third Democratic debate
After the top ten Democratic presidential candidates squared off in Houston, Texas, late-night hosts took to their own sound stages and sounded off.

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‘SNL’ adds 3 to its cast, including an Asian-American comic

“Saturday Night Live” is adding three new cast members for its upcoming 45th season, including the show’s only Asian-American performer.

TV Critic’s Corner

It’s time to catch up on ‘Mr Inbetween’

Season one of the poignant Australian comedy-drama about a brutal street thug is a quick binge, and you might want to get on it, because the second season premieres on FX Thursday at 10 p.m.

TV Critic’s Corner

Ann Dowd has another tale to tell

The actress has participated in the audiobook version of Margaret Atwood’s sequel to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” called “The Testaments,” which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize.

TV Critic’s Corner

Ryan Murphy is an American success story

The man behind “Glee,” “American Horror Story,” “American Crime Story,” “Feud,” and “Pose,” among others, is heading into his $300 million deal with Netflix — and finishing up his FX deal.

TV Critic’s Corner

‘Mindhunter’ consistently captivates in season 2

After a middling first season, with high (Cameron Britton as Ed Kemper) and low points (Jonathan Groff’s Holden in a flat love affair), they have come up with a somewhat stunning second round.

Leslie Jones is leaving ‘SNL’ after five seasons

The departure comes as Jones is branching out into other projects.

Taylor Swift wins top prize, Missy Elliott honored for lifetime achievement at VMAs

Elliott performed a medley of her hits over the last two decades at the 2019 MTV Music Video Awards, where she earned the Video Vanguard Award.

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‘SNL’ announced its fall lineup, and a former cast member is hosting for the first time in 3 decades

“Saturday Night Live” is returning next month, and NBC just dropped the fall lineup.


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