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Emmy Awards 2019: The Nominees

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Emmy Awards 2019: The Nominees

The Emmy Award 2019 nominations have been unveiled.

As expected, Game of Thrones is at the head of the race with a whopping 32 nominations for its rollercoaster final season. Nine of its actors are nominated for gongs, including first time nominations for Sophie Turner, Gwendoline Christie and Alfie Allen.

Competing against Thrones for Outstanding Drama Series are British hit dramas Bodyguard and Killing Eve.

It’s a good year all around for HBO, who lead the race with 137 nominations. This is 20 nominations ahead of Netflix, their closest competitor.

The full list of nominations are as follows:

Outstanding Comedy Series

Barry

Fleabag

The Good Place

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Russian Doll

Schitt’s Creek

Veep

Outstanding Drama Series

Better Call Saul

Bodyguard

Game of Thrones

Killing Eve

Ozark

Pose

Succession

This Is Us

Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Mahershala Ali, True Detective

Benicio Del Toro, Escape at Dannemora

Hugh Grant, A Very English Scandal

Jared Harris, Chernobyl

Jharrel Jerome, When They See Us

Sam Rockwell, Fosse/Verdon

Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Amy Adams, Sharp Objects

Patricia Arquette, Escape at Dannemora

Aunjanue Ellis, When They See us

Joey King, The Act

Niecy Nash, When They See Us

Michelle Williams, Fosse/Verdon

Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie

Ben Whishaw, A Very English Scandal

Stellan Skarsgard, Chernobyl

Paul Dano, Escape at Dannemora

John Leguizamo, When They See Us

Michael K. Williams, When They See Us

Asante Blackk, When They See Us

Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie

Emily Watson, Chernobyl

Margaret Qualley, Fosse/Verdon

Patricia Clarkson, Sharp Objects

Patricia Arquette, The Act

Marsha Stephanie Blake, When They See Us

Vera Farmiga, When They See Us

Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Anthony Anderson, Black-ish

Don Cheadle, Black Monday

Ted Danson, The Good Place

Michael Douglas, The Kominsky Method

Bill Hader, Barry

Eugene Levy, Schitt’s Creek

Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

Christina Applegate, Dead To Me

Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Veep

Natasha Lyonne, Russian Doll

Catherine O’Hara, Schitt’s Creek

Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Fleabag

Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series

Stephen Root, Barry

Henry Winkler, Barry

Anthony Carrigan, Barry

Alan Arkin, The Kominsky Method

Tony Shalhoub, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Tony Hale, Veep

Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

Sarah Goldberg, Barry

Sian Clifford, Fleabag

Olivia Colman, Fleabag

Betty Gilpin, GLOW

Kate McKinnon, Saturday Night Live

Alex Borstein, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Marin Hinkle, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Anna Chlumsky, Veep

Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Jason Bateman, Ozark

Sterling K. Brown, This Is Us

Kit Harington, Game of Thrones

Bob Odenkirk, Better Call Saul

Billy Porter, Pose

Milo Ventimiglia, This Is Us

Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Emilia Clarke, Game of Thrones

Jodie Comer, Killing Eve

Viola Davis, How to Get Away with Murder

Laura Linney, Ozark

Mandy Moore, This Is Us

Sandra Oh, Killing Eve

Robin Wright, House of Cards

Supporting Actor in a Drama Series

Jonathan Banks, Better Call Saul

Giancarlo Esposito, Better Call Saul

Alfie Allen, Game of Thrones

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Game of Thrones

Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones

Michael Kelly, House of Cards

Chris Sullivan, This Is Us

Supporting Actress in a Drama Series

Gwendoline Christie, Game of Thrones

Lena Headey, Game of Thrones

Sophie Turner, Game of Thrones

Maisie Williams, Game of Thrones

Fiona Shaw, Killing Eve

Julia Garner, Ozark

Outstanding Reality Competition Series

Amazing Race

American Ninja Warrior

Nailed It

RuPaul’s Drag Race

Top Chef

The Voice

Outstanding Variety Talk Series

The Daily Show

Full Frontal

Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Last Week Tonight With John Oliver

The Late Late Show With James Corden

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert

Outstanding Variety Sketch Series

At Home With Amy Sedaris

Documentary Now!

Drunk History

I Love You, America With Sarah Silverman

Saturday Night Live

Who Is America?

Outstanding Television Movie

Bandersnatch

Brexit

Deadwood

King Lear

My Dinner with Hervé

Outstanding Limited Series

Chernobyl

Escape at Dannemora

Fosse/Verdon

Sharp Objects

When They See Us

Netflix cuts controversial 13 Reasons Why suicide scene

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Netflix cuts controversial 13 Reasons Why suicide scene

Netflix has cut 13 Reasons Why‘s controversial suicide scene.

The scene, which took place in the final episode of season one, originally depicted Hannah Baker (Katherine Langford) taking her own life.

The scene has been a subject of controversy and debate since its first season, with Netflix initially defending the content. In 2018, Netflix chief Reed Hastings responded to concerns with “it is controversial, but nobody has to watch it”.

However, after consulting with experts and ahead of the launch of season three, Netflix has decided to remove the graphic scene entirely.

In a statement, Netflix said: “We’ve heard from many young people that 13 Reasons Why encouraged them to start conversations about difficult issues like depression and suicide and get help — often for the first time.

“As we prepare to launch season three later this summer, we’ve been mindful about the ongoing debate around the show.

“So on the advice of medical experts, including Dr Christine Moutier, Chief Medical Officer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, we’ve decided with creator Brian Yorkey and the producers to edit the scene in which Hannah takes her own life from season one.”

Yorkey explained: “It was our hope, in making 13 Reasons Why into a television show, to tell a story that would help young viewers feel seen and heard, and encourage empathy in all who viewed it, much as the bestselling book did before us.

“Our creative intent in portraying the ugly, painful reality of suicide in such graphic detail in season one was to tell the truth about the horror of such an act, and make sure no-one would ever wish to emulate it.

“No one scene is more important than the life of the show, and its message that we must take better care of each other. We believe this edit will help the show do the most good for the most people while mitigating any risk for especially vulnerable young viewers.”

The newly edited episode now omits the original scene, instead cutting to her parents’ reaction to Hannah’s death.

13 Reasons Why returns to Netflix later this year.

Shock Love Island elimination twist rocks villa

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Shock Love Island elimination twist rocks villa

A new shock elimination twist has rocked the Love Island island villa.

One of couple Michael Griffiths and Joanna Chimonides will have to leave the villa, after Sunday’s voting results. The couple received one of the two lowest public votes, before supposedly being voted out by their fellow contestants.

However, this proved not to be the cast when host Caroline Flack revealed a new twist.

“You can’t stay in Love Island as a couple,” she told Michael and Joanna. “One of you will leave the villa.”

Fans were understandably shocked by this savage new twist.

Other fans, however, completely loved it.

So – who will stay, Michael or Joanna? Or will the two refuse to leave as individuals?

The drama continues tonight on Love Island on ITV2 at 9pm.

The best new additions to Now TV in July 2019

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The best new additions to Now TV in July 2019

The summer holidays are finally here and how better to spend them than with the best of Now TV?

This month, old favourites such as diverse Sherlock drama Elementary (July 16) and comedy drama Agatha Raisin (July 12) return to the streaming service.

Not only those, the entirety of this year’s hit new drama Chernobyl (July 5) is available to watch in full.

Here are our top Now TV picks for July 2019:

1. Chicago Med (Seasons 1-4)

Available on July 1

2. Crashing (Season 3)

Available on July 2

3. Legion (Season 3)

Available on July 4

4. Chernobyl

Available on July 5

5. Divorce (Season 3)

Available on July 8

6. The Virtues


Available on July 8

7. Agatha Raisin (Season 2)

Available on July 12

8. Billions (Seasons 1-4)

Available on July 12

9. Ray Donovan (Seasons 1-6)

Available on July 15

10. Elementary (Season 7)

Available on July 16

The best additions to Amazon Prime in July 2019

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The best additions to Amazon Prime in July 2019

The summer holidays are finally here and how better to spend them than with Amazon Prime’s exciting July offerings?

This month, some of the last year’s biggest blockbusters are available to watch, including Chris Nolan’s war epic Dunkirk (July 29) and Gal Gadot’s turn as the eponymous Wonder Woman (July 7).

There’s also the return of some brilliant US comedy with the season seven premiere of New Girl on July 1.

Here are our top Amazon Prime picks for July 2019:

1. Peterloo

Available on July 1

2. New Girl (Season 7)

Available on July 1

3. Wonder Woman

Available on July 7

4. The House

Available on July 8

5. The Upside

Available on July 11

6. Free Meek (Season 1)

Available on July 12

7. Beautiful Boy

Available on July 20

8. Gladiator

Available on July 23

9. The Boys (Season 1)

Available on July 26

10. Dunkirk

Available on July 29

The best additions to Netflix in July 2019

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The best additions to Netflix in July 2019

The summer holidays are finally here and how better to spend them than with Netflix’s exciting July offerings?

This month, old favourites like Stranger Things (July 5) and Orange is the New Black (July 26) are back for brand new seasons.

Alongside them are some exciting new dramas, such as Channel 4’s Derry Girls (July 9) and the return of DC comics-inspired drama Gotham (July 24).

Be sure also to check out the fantastic Katherine Ryan’s new Netflix special Glitter Room on July 1.

Here are our top Netflix picks for July 2019:

1. Katherine Ryan: Glitter Room

Available on July 1

2. Stranger Things (Season 3)

Available on July 4

3. Derry Girls (Season 1)

Available on July 9

4. You Me Her (Season 4)

Available on July 12

5. Money Heist: Part 3

Available on July 19

6. Queer Eye (Season 4)

Available on July 19

7. Gotham (Season 5)

Available on July 24

8. Orange Is the New Black (Season 7)

Available on July 26

9. The Worst Witch (Season 3)

Available on July 26

10. In Bruges

Available on July 30

Marvel creator Stan Lee’s final project premieres on Audible

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Marvel creator Stan Lee’s final project premieres on Audible

Missing your Marvel fix? A new audio experience created by Stan Lee, Stan Lee’s Alliances: A Trick of the Light, is now available to download and listen to on Audible.

One of the late creator’s final projects, Stan Lee’s Alliances: A Trick of the Light is years in the making. It tells the story of an ordinary American teenager, Cameron Ackerson, whose life becomes intertwined with the enigmatic young woman Nia. As Cameron hunts for YouTube fame in the Great Lakes Triangle, he finds something quite unexpected. Granted new powers that allow him to ‘see’ a new reality, Cameron and Nia thrive to create a better online universe. Their actions, however, are being watched by a sinister organisation. And that’s not even mentioning an even more dangerous intergalactic threat that looms overhead.

Audible’s official press release said: “Stan Lee’s Alliances: A Trick of Light is one of the cultural icon’s final collaborations and returns him to his creative roots as he explores the complex relationship between humankind, science and technology.”

Stan Lee’s Alliances: A Trick of Light is co-written by Kat Rosenfield and co-created by Luke Lieberman and Ryan Silbert. It is intended as the first of a series, which will continue to move forward in Lee’s memory.

Marvel fans can listen to Stan Lee’s Alliances: A Trick of the Light without paying a penny by signing up for a free 30 day trial with Audible.

The best additions to Netflix in June 2019

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The best additions to Netflix in June 2019

As we head into the point of the year where TV channels switch focus to sports, fans will be thrilled Netflix isn’t letting up with the quality programming.

This month sees the return of Marvel hero Jessica Jones for her third and final season (June 14). Speaking of returns, the dark and thought-provoking Charlie Brooker series Black Mirror is back on June 5.

Prepare for a blast from the past with all six seasons of Glee from June 30, while David Attenborough’s beautiful nature docuseries Blue Planet II premieres on Netflix on June 10.

Here are our top Netflix picks for June 2019:

1. Black Mirror (Season 5)

Available on June 5

2. The Chef Show

Available on June 7

3. Tales of the City

Available on June 7

4. Designated Survivor (Season 3)

Available on June 7

5. Blue Planet II

Available on June 10

6. Murder Mystery

Available on June 14

7. Jessica Jones (Season 3)

Available on June 14

8. Dark (Season 2)

Available on June 21

9. Girls Incarcerated (Season 2)

Available on June 21

10. Glee (All seasons)

Available on June 30

Love Island 2019: The contestants announced

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Love Island 2019: The contestants announced

The newest batch of Love Island contenders have been announced.

Amongst those hoping to find love in the sun are a scientist, an aircraft engineer and Tyson Fury’s little brother, Tommy.

The new series starts Monday, June 3 and is already shaping up to be ITV2’s hottest ever.

Check out our guide to the Love Island 2019 contestants below:

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Yewande Biala

Age: 23
From: Dublin, Ireland
Job: Scientist

“Every time I say that I’m a scientist, people are shocked. I think there are loads of intelligent people on reality television, last year we had Dr Alex and the year before we had Camilla Thurlow in the villa.”

Lucie Donlan

Age: 21
From: Newquay, Cornwall
Job: Surfer

“I like the typical surfer look – blonde, long hair. I find sporty guys so much more attractive compared to your average guy that just chills and goes on nights out.”

Amber Gill

Age: 21
From: Newcastle
Job: Beauty therapist

“I want someone who is funny and that I can have fun with and doesn’t take themselves too seriously because I am daft.”

Amy Hart

Age: 26
From: Worthing, Sussex
Job: Cabin crew manager

“I’m looking for someone to travel the world with, have fun with and someone who is going to love me as much as I love them.”

Anna Vakili

Age: 28
From: London
Job: Pharmacist

“I think I’m different to anyone who has been on the show before. I have the whole glam look, I’m fun but at the same time I feel like I have more to me than that.

Anton Danyluk

Age: 24
From: Airdrie, Scotland
Job: Gym owner

“My last relationship, I actually got caught cheating for the first time in my life and it changed everything for me. I saw how much it hurt her and what it did to her. So, for me going to into Love Island, it’s going to be the biggest test of my life.”

Tommy Fury

Age: 20
From: Manchester
Job: Boxer

“I don’t want to be labelled [Tyson Fury’s] little brother. I’m doing the best that I can do in life and that’s all I’m setting out to achieve.”

Joe Garratt

Age: 22
From: South-East London
Job: Catering company owner

“For me, it’s just more how we click, if she is fun, outgoing and doesn’t take herself too seriously and is open to talk about things.”

Michael Griffiths

Age: 27
From: Liverpool
Job: Firefighter

“I need somebody I can get on with, and have a conversation with and not get lost in translation. And she’s got to have a nice bum.”

Sherif Lanre

Age: 20
From: London
Job: Chef and semi-pro rugby player

“I feel that I make people laugh so I want a girl that makes me laugh, even if that’s just from being herself and not trying to be funny. My actual laugh, my hysterical laugh is pretty ugly.

“I laugh at everything, which sometimes gets me into trouble. I can’t really take anything seriously.”

Callum Macleod

Age: 28
From: South Wales
Job: Aircraft engineer

“I’m 28 now so time is ticking, I don’t want to be left on the shelf. The whole experience is going to be great and if I meet someone, that’s what I’m here for.”

Curtis Pritchard

Age: 23
From: Shropshire
Job: Ballroom and Latin Dancer

“I have lived a very sheltered life because of my dancing, I’ve not done a lot of going out partying, going on dates because I haven’t had time to.

“Being truthful I’ve probably been on less than ten dates, maybe five dates. I have never met anyone online, I’ve never used a dating app.”

Love Island returns to ITV2 on June 3.

Good Omens-themed exhibition and escape room opens in Soho

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Good Omens-themed exhibition and escape room opens in Soho

A Good Omens-themed exhibition and escape room opens to the public this weekend (June 1-2) in London’s Soho.

GoodOmens6Based on the novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, new fantasy series Good Omens arrives on Amazon Prime Video today (May 31). It stars David Tennant as a demon called Crowley and Michael Sheen as the angel Aziraphale, two unlikely heroes who join forces to prevent an apocalypse on Earth.

The exhibition is housed in a pop-up bookshop on 19 Greek Street, A.Z. Fell and Co., in London’s Soho, designed to look like Aziraphale’s run down bookshop hideout.GoodOmens

Inside is an escape room experience, where fans have half an hour to solve an assortment of puzzles in the hope of finding of The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter (and grab a cup of Earl Grey and some biscuits on completion). Not only that, to amplify the stakes and start the experience off, they’ll take a terrifying trip to Hell…

The escape room experience is free but ticketed and can be completed in groups of 2-4.

Elsewhere at A.Z. Fell and Co., fans can explore a fantastic gallery of original artwork and on-set drawings from acclaimed portrait artist Lorna May Wadsworth.

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There’s also interactive set replicas and props to explore, plus full costumes from each of the main characters in the show.

The exhibition and experience will be free of charge and open to the public on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2, to celebrate the launch of the series release on Amazon Prime Video on Friday, May 31.

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