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A Hilarious Interview with Deric McCabe of A Wrinkle In Time

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Deric McCabe is one cute kid! It’s no surprise Ava DuVernay offered him the role of Charles Wallace in Disney’s A Wrinkle In Time. He truly has that IT factor and I see him expanding on his career in the years to come. A Wrinkle in Time releases on Blu-ray (among other video options) today, so with that in mind, we had an opportunity to chat with Deric about his role in the film. Upon entering the room, I knew we were in for a show….here’s why!

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Deric McCabe of A Wrinkle In Time

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A Sit Down with Woody Harrelson of SOLO: A Star Wars Story

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Woody Harrelson’s hustling days can be dated all the way back to the 90’s film “White Men Can’t Jump.” So it’s no surprise he was cast as a scoundrel in the new Star Wars film. During the sit-down, he shares details on why he turned down the role originally, his thoughts on Alden Ehrenreich as Han Solo, plus we school him on life hacks! Find out more in this exclusive Woody Harrelson SOLO: A Star Wars Story interview!

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Woody Harrelson of SOLO: A Star Wars Story

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Chatting with the New Star Wars Droid: L3-37

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge is L3-37 in SOLO: A Star Wars Story. The “Fleabag” actress sits down to chat with us about her audition experience, and how she’s never seen a Star Wars film before now! Check out this exclusive interview with the new Star Wars droid: L3-37.

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge is the New Star Wars Droid: L3-37

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Alden Ehrenreich Interview – What He Said Right After Being Surprised by Harrison Ford!

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What was it like playing one of the most iconic Star Wars characters in the franchise history? Does he pull off a younger version of Harrison Ford? Speaking of – we have the inside scoop following that now infamous surprise on Entertainment Tonight! Read all about it in this exclusive Alden Ehrenreich Interview!

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ABC General Hospital Set Tour #ABCTVEvent

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Where are my General Hospital soap opera fans at? While in LA to cover SOLO A Star Wars Story, I also had the opportunity to visit the ABC General Hospital set to tour the studio. In addition to walking the set (and spotting cast members during a blocking rehearsal), I also watched a sneak peak of the Nurses Ball, and met Executive Producer Frank Valentini and Joshua Swickard who plays “Detective Harrison Chase” on the show.

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General Hospital’s Annual Nurses Ball Returns

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SOLO A Star Wars Story Premiere and After Party

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Have you ever dreamed of walking the red carpet for a movie premiere? I’ve watched the live coverage since I was a young girl and always marveled at the amazing talent walking the carpet in their beautiful dresses and suits, grinning from ear to ear while cameras flash and fans yell out to them. Attending the SOLO A Star Wars Story Premiere was definitely a highlight in my life. I’m sharing details from the red carpet and after party experience below!

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SOLO A Star Wars Story Premiere

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I’m Headed to LA for SOLO: A Star Wars Story Premiere!

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Join me as I head to LA next week for the SOLO: A Star Wars Story Premiere! You won’t want to miss this fun opportunity. Follow the #HanSoloEvent hashtag on Twitter and Instagram as I walk the red carpet and interview talent from the film! SOLO: A Star Wars Story is available in theaters May 25th.

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SOLO: A Star Wars Story Premiere

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Q&A with Splitting Up Together Cast & Creators

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ABC TV’s new series, Splitting Up Together, rises above the stereotypical story of divorce with a new comedy that will have you laughing out loud. The TV series premieres tonight at 9:30/8:30 central and stars Jenna Fischer and Oliver Hudson. I had the opportunity to screen a few of the episodes before tonight’s airing and interview some of the cast and creators of the show. Read on to see why you’ll want to add this new show to your weekly TV line-up!

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Waitress Musical Review at the Dr. Phillips Center

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Waitress the musical with original music and lyrics by 5-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles is now playing at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts! Check out this Waitress musical review, then grab your tickets before it’s gone!

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“Jenna, you can tell the whole story with a taste.”

-It Only Takes a Taste – Waitress

Waitress Musical Review

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Dreamworks Trolls The Beat Goes On Season 2 is here!

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Dreamworks Trolls The Beat Goes On is returning for a second season! Follow your favorite Troll characters as they keep the party going with all new adventures. Season 2 will include glitter-rific festivities like an epic village-wide pillow fight, prank day and much more. You’ll sing and dance along with Poppy, Branch and friends.

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Find DreamWorks Trolls The Beat Goes On! Season 2 on Netflix now!

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The Creative Mind Behind the Wrinkle In Time Costumes

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Meet Paco Delgado, the creative mind behind the beautifully designed Wrinkle in Time costumes. Nominated twice for an Academy Award for his work in Les Misérables and The Danish Girl, Paco clearly was the right choice for these challenging costumes. While in LA a few weeks ago, we had the chance to chat with Paco about finding his inspiration for the designs and much more.

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The Creative Mind Behind the Wrinkle In Time Costumes

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For the People TV Drama Coming to ABC Network

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Get ready for a new Shondaland series! For the People TV drama follows six talented young lawyers working on opposite sides of the law and handling the most high-profile and high-stakes federal cases in the country. While in LA two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to screen the new series, and interview some of the cast and show creators. Check out today’s post for details on what I believe will be a new hit show!

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For the People TV Series

Set in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (a.k.a. “The Mother Court”), these lawyers will be put to the test both personally and professionally as their lives intersect in and out of America’s most prestigious trial court.

“For The People” stars Britt Robertson as Sandra Bell, Jasmin Savoy Brown as Allison Adams, Ben Rappaport as Seth Oliver, Susannah Flood as Kate Littlejohn, Wesam Keesh as Jay Simmons, Regé-Jean Page as Leonard Knox, Ben Shenkman as Roger Gunn, Hope Davis as Jill Carlan, Vondie Curtis-Hall as Judge Nicholas Byrne and Anna Deavere Smith as Tina Krissman.

Shonda Rhimes is the mastermind behind Grey’s, Scandal, and How to Get Away with Murder.

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Actress Rowan Blanchard on her Role in A Wrinkle in Time

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You may recognize actress Rowan Blanchard as Riley from “Girl Meets World,” but she also plays a small supporting role in Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time, now in theaters. Her role as a bully was not in the original classic book but is oh so relevant in today’s society. We had the opportunity to chat with Rowan about her role in the film, and her experience shadowing Director Ava DuVernay.

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Rowan Blanchard on her Role in A Wrinkle in Time

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Q&A with the Deception TV Show Creators

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Are you a fan of magic and illusion? You’re going to love this brand new series on ABC, coming this spring! While in LA for A Wrinkle in Time, we also screened an episode of the Deception TV show and interviewed Creator and Executive Producer Chris Fedak as well as Co-Producer David Kwong. By the way, David is also a magician and showed us a few of his tricks during the Q&A!

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Q&A with the Deception TV Show Creators

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Exclusive Ava DuVernay Interview – #WrinkleInTime Director

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“I want A Wrinkle In Time to be a seed that blossoms into something beautiful in young people,” Ava DuVernay shares. How awesome would it be if more people were the light in the room, in all of the darkness? That’s the real story behind A Wrinkle in Time. Ava DuVernay is a warrior woman. She is real. If you’re unable to see the great message in this film – that’s geared towards lighting a spark in young kids – maybe your own light is crowded by darkness.

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The Light in the Darkness

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Exclusive Interview with Storm Reid aka Meg Murry in A Wrinkle in Time

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I’m back with another exclusive interview from the #WrinkleInTime press event! Watch out world – Storm Reid is here to stay! She is Meg Murry in A Wrinkle In Time, and does an excellent job portraying a brave little girl on a mission to find her father. We sat down with the young star to discuss her role in the film alongside Oprah, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling.

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Meg Murry – A Wrinkle In Time

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Mrs. Who, Mrs. Which, Mrs. Whatsit from A Wrinkle in Time

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I was a plethora of emotions while seated alongside my blogging companions awaiting the moment Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, and Mindy Kaling walked through the door. These three spectacular women are Mrs. Who, Mrs. Which, and Mrs. Whatsit from A Wrinkle in Time. I had so many pinch me moments leading up to this point – as I’m sure you all can imagine! I was seated just a few feet away from these talented ladies who had inspired me throughout my childhood. Finally, the moment arrived…

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Mrs. Who, Mrs. Which, Mrs. Whatsit

Oprah walked through the door – her aura beamed a bright light that took everyone’s breath away. She was just as beautiful and charming in person. She waved her arms and greeted us all, then quickly began interviewing us in typical Oprah fashion. [Read more…]

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A Wrinkle In Time Premiere & After Party

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“I’m going to Hollywood, ” I used to tell my friends in school all the time….and it was true. Every few weeks my mom would pick my brother and I up from school on a Friday, and we would head down south to visit family. We would go to Hollywood, Fl that is. My friends would say, “are you going to see movie stars?” I may have left out the Florida part when telling people. Hey – what girl doesn’t want to go to Hollywood? Who knew years later, I would make several trips to Hollywood and walk the red carpet among such talented actors and actresses. My ultimate “going to Hollywood” experience happened over the weekend when I walked side-by-side with Oprah, Reese Witherspoon, and the rest of the cast for the A Wrinkle In Time Premiere.

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A Wrinkle In Time Premiere

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#TGIT Scandal Crossover + Exclusive Bellamy Young Interview!

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Tune in tonight for the ‘Scandal’ ‘How to Get Away with Murder’ crossover event! Beginning at 9pm ET on ABC, watch Olivia Pope and Annalise Keating team up for a class-action suit. Plus – check out this exclusive interview with Bellamy Young aka President Mellie Grant regarding the final season of Scandal!

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Exclusive Bellamy Young Interview

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The Lion King Orlando Broadway Performance Now Playing

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The world’s number one musical is now playing at Dr. Phillips Center! The Lion King Orlando Broadway performance is returning to Central Florida for the next four weeks, Feb. 14 – March 11. My husband and I had the opportunity to attend a live performance of the musical and were completely blown away! The amount of work and intricate detail that went into every ounce of this show has made it a sensational hit. From the beautifully detailed costumes to the outstanding performers, The Lion King Broadway Musical is a must-see!

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The Lion King Orlando Broadway Performance

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