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Searchlight Announces Family Stone Sequel With Returning CastEntertainment — 2hSearchlight Pictures announced a sequel to The Family Stone titled The Families Stone, reuniting most of the original cast 20 years after the first film, with Diane Keaton no longer involved following her death. Tom Bezucha returns to write and direct, production is set in New York this fall, and the story centers on the Stone family as the father brings the woman he’s fallen for to meet them.

Casting calls open for Trivial Pursuit and reality projects in five cities — 2dCasting calls are active in Spokane, Seattle, and Oklahoma City for a range of projects including short films, feature films, reality shows, and game shows, with opportunities across multiple genres. Listings compiled from Casting Networks highlight potential breakout roles for aspiring actors.

Elena Vasquez Trivial Pursuit could be a fun change from the usual reality shows but they probably want outgoing types not quiet trivia buffs.

Casting calls this week span Tampa, Pittsburgh, Orlando and beyond — Sep 3, 2026A regional roundup shows ongoing casting for film, TV, reality and game-show projects in Tampa, Pittsburgh, Orlando, New Orleans, and Miami, with listings sourced from Casting Networks. The notices highlight a mix of union and non-union roles and a range of production types, signaling robust local opportunities for aspiring actors and crew across multiple markets.

Dana Whitfield Wish they'd list pay rates upfront, half these non-union calls end up being basically volunteer work.

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Soap Opera Magazine Named 2026 Top News SiteEntertainment — 2dSoap Opera News reports returning and new cast across Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless for September 14–18, 2026, plus details on new writers and upcoming plot developments. Separately, industry coverage highlights Soap Opera Magazine’s No. 1 ranking among daytime outlets for 2026, a TrekMovie interview discusses Strange New Worlds’ soap-opera-style episode and why the format remains relevant, and a best/worst of the week piece surveys recent storylines and set changes.

HBO Reveals Harry Potter Series Trailer — Sep 3, 2026HBO’s new Harry Potter series trailer heavily features the Sorting Ceremony, Quidditch, and Hogwarts’ first year, showcasing a newly cast trio and expanded magical world while promising a faithful but updated long-form adaptation ahead of a December 25, 2026 premiere. The marketing also highlights fresh scenes, new cast members, and possible deviations from the books and films that are sure to spark discussion among fans.

Gary Oldman says new James Bond is picked, hopes it's Jack Lowden — 5dGary Oldman says his Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden has been chosen to play James Bond, though the official announcement has not yet been made. With producers and interviews signaling a year-end reveal and Amazon MGM overseeing the project, casting is reportedly decided or imminent amid ongoing auditions and methodical decision-making.

Derek Foss Oldman's basically confirming a casting decision the studio hasn't even announced yet, that's a bold move.

Dancing With the Stars unveils Season 35 cast ahead of September premiere — Sep 1, 2026Dancing with the Stars has announced its Season 35 cast, featuring a diverse mix of celebrities from acting, sports, and reality TV, including Jenna Dewan, Shum Jr., Julia Stiles, and Tatyana Ali, with the competition kicking off in a two-night season premiere on September 15–16. The lineup emphasizes a blend of established dance credentials and athletic achievement, signaling a high-stakes season on ABC with audience-vote dynamics and star-power driving promotional momentum.

Nicole Hardy Two-night premiere already feels like a lot, but I'll take any excuse for more dance numbers before winter sets in.

Love After Lockup Star Amber Eggers Dies at 41 — Sep 4, 2026Amber Eggers, a Love After Lockup star, died at age 41 after an extended hospitalization for acute liver failure, following a history of pneumonia, sepsis, and multiple health crises earlier in 2025. Her death was confirmed by her mother Monica Eggers and reported by outlets including TMZ and Us Weekly, with tributes from fans and fellow cast members.

Kewan Lacy, Deuce Alexander exit tied Ole Miss-Louisville game with injuries — 5dOle Miss running back Kewan Lacy left the game with a thigh/knee injury after delivering 61 rushing yards and a touchdown on 17 carries, casting uncertainty over his status for upcoming games. The Rebels also saw Deuce Alexander exit late with an injury before returning, underscoring Lacy’s central role as Ole Miss pursues a key early-season test, including a potential Week 3 date with LSU.

Chris Dalton Glad Alexander walked it off but these thigh/knee tweaks on Lacy have me nervous - hope it's just precautionary.

Netflix Plans Manifest Spinoff Arrivals With New Cast — Aug 28, 2026Netflix is expanding the Manifest universe with Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery, a spinoff led by the original creative team of Jeff Rake, Margaret Easley, and Laura Putney, who return as co-creators and co-showrunners. The series introduces a new cast and storylines centered on a mysterious Denver plane crash and a team that must uncover the truth to prevent a humanity-ending catastrophe, with production backed by Netflix and Warner Bros. TV.

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US and China reportedly plan AI safety talks, White House casts doubt — Sep 4, 2026Reports indicate the US and China may hold their first dedicated AI safety talks in mid-September, with potential leadership from US officials like Scott Bessent and Chinese counterparts, and a focus on monitoring AI-driven cyber threats; however, a White House official has stated there is no mid-September AI meeting planned.

Marcus Bell Even if the meeting isn't confirmed, the fact both sides are even floating cyber threat monitoring is worth watching.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus reveals Seinfeld set clashes over Jerry and Elaine romance plot — Sep 4, 2026Julia Louis-Dreyfus says there was “tons” of friction on the Seinfeld set, with frequent disagreements between cast members and writers, though the environment still fostered collaboration and a sense of creative freedom. She notes that despite tensions, the team were like friends and had fun making the show, recalling notable on-set arguments over story directions.

Jared Kim Creative friction like that is usually a good sign, means everyone actually cared about getting the show right.

Nebraska Senate Clash, Iowa Debate Planned — Sep 2, 2026In Nebraska, the 1st Congressional District debate between Mike Flood and Chris Backemeyer remains unresolved as campaigns accuse each other of avoiding October dates, with organizers still coordinating a schedule. Separately, Sen. Pete Ricketts and independent Dan Osborn clashed at the state fair, with Ricketts casting Osborn as aligned with Democrats while Osborn framed himself as an independent willing to work across parties.

Casting Surges in Jacksonville, Cleveland, Orlando, Miami, Tampa, Cincinnati — Aug 19, 2026Casting this week spans several U.S. cities—Kansas City, Cleveland, Reno, Spokane, and St. Louis—showing ongoing opportunities across reality TV, short films, feature films, and documentaries from Casting Networks listings. A common thread is the recurring reality effort titled People Already Considering Plastic Surgery for Transformation Show, along with various paid roles such as Abandoned/Ghosted or Missing Spouse, and other paid-per-episode or per-day opportunities.

Full House Creator Recalls Olsen Twins’ Season-One Breakthrough — Sep 3, 2026Jeff Franklin recounts that Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen, cast as Michelle Tanner from nine months old, delivered a game-changing, minute-long scene in season one without cueing or breaking character, a moment he calls “insane” and “jaw-dropping.” He highlights the season-one finale as the point where their extraordinary talent became unmistakable, a rare feat he hadn’t seen before on the planet.

Netflix Reveals One Piece Alabasta Season 3 Cast — Aug 23, 2026Netflix’s One Piece Season 3, titled The Battle of Alabasta, has added four new cast members—Emilio Sakraya as Koza, Omid Abtahi as Toto, Jamie Ward as Pell, and Nabeel Khan as Chaka—joining a lineup that includes returning stars for the Alabasta arc. Filming wrapped in Cape Town and the season is set to release in 2027, continuing the Straw Hats’ bid to save Vivi’s kingdom from a brewing civil war.

Candace Cameron Bure Calls ‘Full House’ Cast ‘Family’Reporting — Jan 22, 2024Former “Full House” actress Candace Cameron Bure called the show’s cast her “family.” In an interview with Fox News Digital , Bure, 47, who played the character of DJ Tanner in the sitcom, said she and former cast…

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New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Director Addresses Lack of Diversity in Cast — Jul 15, 2026Director Andy Serkis said the upcoming “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum” will not have “politically correct” casting.

Over 600,000 Hong Kongers Cast ‘Protest’ Vote Against New Security LawsReporting — Jul 12, 2020– Hong Kong’s opposition camp said on Sunday that over 600,000 citizens in the Chinese-ruled city cast ballots over the weekend in primaries it cast as a symbolic protest vote against tough national security laws…

Days of Thunder Sequel Faces Casting Backlash, 2028 — Aug 29, 2026Paramount is moving forward with Days of Thunder 2, with Tom Cruise returning as Cole Trickle and Anne Hathaway joining as a co-star, as Jonathan Levine is attached to direct with production targeting a summer 2028 release. Nicole Kidman’s potential return remains unconfirmed and would depend on creative alignment, as the project progresses.

Caitlin Clark's 11 assists mark first U.S. feat since 1998 — Sep 3, 2026Caitlin Clark stole the show for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup, posting 14 points and 11 assists off the bench to help a 94-61 win over China and earning MVP-like praise for her selfless, floor-general play. The performances across the tournament showcased Clark as a pivotal playmaker alongside a veteran-laden supporting cast, with USA extending its World Cup win streak and newcomers like Paige Bueckers and Rhyne Howard making strong contributions.

2020 Democrats Look to Super Tuesday — What Voters Can ExpectReporting — Mar 2, 2020Up to now only the residents of four early states have gotten the chance to cast their ballot in the Democratic primary, but that all changes Tuesday. Voters across fourteen states will be headed to the polls to cast…

Tom Hanks Confused by Casting Choice in ‘Lightyear’Reporting — Jul 5, 2022Tom Hanks reacted to a casting choice made for the Disney Pixar film “Lightyear.” The actor voiced the character of Woody in the “Toy Story” franchise. During an interview with CinemaBlend, Hanks was asked if it was…

Some RNC Staffers Did Not Cast Their Vote for Trump: BookReporting — Jul 6, 2021Some staffers at the Republican National Committee (RNC) reportedly did not cast their vote for former President Donald Trump in the 2020 election. Fox News published excerpts of the book , “Frankly, We Did Win This…

Video — YouTubePapoose "Jezebel" Official Music VideoPapoose · 112.5K views · Sep 11, 2026

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