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books28 days ago•4 min saved

Bold, Diverse Lineup Emerges as Booker Prize 2026 Longlist Announced

The 2026 Booker Prize longlist features 13 novels from seven nationalities, including past winners Douglas Stuart and Marlon James and Elizabeth Strout, with ten first-time entrants such as Kenan Orhan, Rebecca Perry and Djamel White. Chaired by Mary Beard and joined by Jarvis Cocker, the panel emphasizes risk and originality, with titles like James’s The Disappearers and Stuart’s John of John highlighted. The shortlist is announced Sept. 22 and the winner on Nov. 9; 163 eligible books were submitted this year.

via The Guardian|

#booker-prize #books #debut-novels

entertainment1 month ago•19 min saved

Mark Ballas Secures Permanent Judging Role on The Next Pro, Hints at Season 35 Return

Mark Ballas has been named a permanent judge on The Next Pro, the DWTS spinoff, bringing his 21-season DWTS pedigree to the panel as the competition seeks its next pro to join the season 35 main cast. He says he’s not a gatekeeper, just an active pro offering feedback, and notes the key 'secret sauce' is adaptability. The Next Pro winner will join DWTS’ main lineup this fall; Ballas says he’s open to a season 35 return and is balancing other gigs, including The Traitors and Broadway’s Chicago. The Next Pro airs Mondays at 8 p.m. on ABC and streams on Disney+ and Hulu.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#dancing-with-the-stars #entertainment #judging-panel

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Tyra Banks Debuts on Project Runway as Season 22 Kicks Off with Immunity Twist

Season 22 opens with a first-episode twist: designers submit at-home looks for a chance at immunity (six win, six go home). The immune designers are Elizabeth, Jude, Bobby, Bryan, Chloe, and Andriy; Jennifer, Andrea, and Lre are sent home. Tyra Banks makes her debut on the judging panel, delivering confident but sometimes divisive feedback, changing the on-screen dynamic alongside Heidi Klum and Law Roach. Reactions to Banks's performance are mixed as the premiere sets up a new season of fashion-drama.

via TVLine|

#entertainment #judging-panel #project-runway

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"American Idol Winner Vying for Katy Perry's Judging Seat"

"American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks expresses interest in joining the judging panel after Katy Perry announces her departure, sparking speculation about potential replacements. Sparks, who won the show in 2007 at age 17, tweeted her desire to return, while Perry cited a need to focus on her music career. The current judging panel includes Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, who emphasized the importance of humor and knowledge in a potential replacement for Perry.

via New York Post |

#american-idol #entertainment #jordin-sparks

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Former 'American Idol' Winner Vies for Katy Perry's Judge Seat"

After Katy Perry announced her departure from American Idol, season six winner Jordin Sparks expressed interest in joining the judging panel, sparking enthusiasm from fans. With many supporters backing the idea of having a former winner as a permanent judge, the show may see a new face at the judges' table.

via Just Jared|

#american-idol #entertainment #jordin-sparks

entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Jennifer Lopez in Talks for American Idol Return as Katy Perry Exits"

American Idol producers are considering bringing back Jennifer Lopez to fill the judging panel vacancy left by Katy Perry's exit, with the possibility of a complete overhaul including younger names like Taylor Swift. Producers are open to all options and are anticipating big name stars throwing their names into the ring, aiming to revitalize interest in the show. Katy Perry's departure is seen as a turning point for the series, and her replacement is expected to generate ongoing buzz and excitement.

via Daily Mail|

#american-idol #entertainment #jennifer-lopez

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"JoJo Siwa Steps in as Judge on 'So You Think You Can Dance' Amid Controversy"

JoJo Siwa returns to "So You Think You Can Dance" to replace Nigel Lythgoe as a judge for Season 18 following his departure due to sexual assault accusations, joining Allison Holker and Maksim Chmerkovskiy on the panel alongside host Cat Deeley. The show premieres on March 4, and it's unclear if any reshoots were necessary. Lythgoe, the co-creator and former lead judge, is facing sexual misconduct lawsuits, including one from Paula Abdul, and has stepped down to focus on clearing his name.

via Deadline|

#entertainment #jojo-siwa #judging-panel