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entertainment1 month ago•10 min saved

Sherri Shepherd to Make History as First Woman to Play Genie in Broadway's Aladdin

Emmy-winning talk show host Sherri Shepherd will join the Broadway cast of Disney's Aladdin for a limited run from October 16, 2026, to January 3, 2027. She will become the first woman to play the Genie in the musical's history, a role previously held exclusively by men since its 2014 opening. Current Genie Caleb A. Barnett will serve as standby during her tenure. The casting marks a significant milestone for the 14th longest-running show on Broadway, which has welcomed over 22 million guests across 11 productions worldwide.

via Playbill|

#aladdin #broadway #casting-news

tv8 months ago•15 min saved

Sherri Shepherd Show Exits Syndication, Eyes Digital Future

Sherri Shepherd’s daytime talk show Sherri is ending its four-season syndicated run, with Debmar-Mercury planning to explore continuing the show on a digital platform as Season 4 still airs through fall. The move highlights shifts in the daytime landscape, coming alongside The Kelly Clarkson Show also ending after this season.

via Deadline|

#daytime-talk-show #debmar-mercury #digital-platform

entertainment8 months ago•16 min saved

Sherri Shepherd Talk Show Ends as Daytime TV Landscape Shifts

Debmar-Mercury is canceling Sherri, Sherri Shepherd's syndicated daytime talk show, after four seasons, citing an evolving daytime television landscape rather than the show or host; final episodes are slated to air this fall, and the production company says it will explore alternatives for the program on other platforms.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#cancellation #daytime-television #debmar-mercury

television8 months ago•15 min saved

Sherri Shepherd’s Daytime Show Bows Out After Four Seasons

Variety reports that Sherri, a daytime talk show hosted by Sherri Shepherd, is ending after four seasons; Season 4 production will continue with final episodes slated for fall, and Debmar-Mercury says the decision reflects changes in the daytime television landscape and that options for the show on other platforms are being explored.

via Variety|

#cancellation #daytime-tv #four-seasons

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Kelly Rowland's 'Today' Show Drama: Royal Room Treatment and Celebrity Support"

Kelly Rowland praised Sherri Shepherd as a "light, positive energy" after reportedly walking out of the "Today" show due to disappointment with her dressing room, leading to last-minute scrambling for a replacement. Shepherd, in turn, provided Rowland with a royal treatment dressing room when she appeared on the "Sherri" show, showcasing it on Instagram. Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager expressed their love for Rowland and invited her back on the "Today" show, while Rowland promoted her upcoming Netflix film "Mea Culpa," in which she stars as a criminal defense attorney.

via Los Angeles Times|

#dressing-room-drama #entertainment #kelly-rowland

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Today Show Hosts Extend Support and Invite Kelly Rowland Back After Controversy"

Kelly Rowland's appearance on "The Sherri Show" following an alleged unpleasant experience at the "TODAY" show, where she reportedly walked out due to dissatisfaction with her dressing room, showcased a more positive and appreciative demeanor. Rowland expressed gratitude to Sherri Shepherd for creating a light and positive space, prompting Shepherd to throw some subtle shade at the situation by confirming they had given Rowland a gorgeous room.

via The Root|

#celebrity-drama #entertainment #kelly-rowland

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Today Show Drama: Kelly Rowland's Dressing Room Dispute and Hoda Kotb's Offer"

After storming out of her hosting gig at the "Today" show due to an inadequate dressing room, Kelly Rowland praised Sherri Shepherd for being a positive energy and thanked her for her support during a successful interview. Fans joked that Shepherd had given Rowland a better dressing room than the NBC program. Rowland's abrupt exit left Hoda Kotb scrambling to fill in her guest-host spot, but British superstar Rita Ora later stepped in at the last minute. Despite the drama, Rowland has yet to speak out on the incident.

via New York Post |

#dressing-room #entertainment #interview

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Kelly Rowland's Controversial TV Show Walkout Sparks Backlash and Support

Sherri Shepherd boasted about giving Kelly Rowland a "gorgeous dressing room" during her appearance on her talk show, in contrast to the drama that unfolded when Rowland reportedly walked off the Today show due to unfit dressing room accommodations. Rowland praised Shepherd for her positive energy during the sit-down, where she also joked about leaving her dress with the host. This comes after reports that Rowland and her team expressed dissatisfaction with the dressing rooms provided on the Today show, leading to a last-minute replacement with Rita Ora.

via Daily Mail|

#dressing-room-drama #entertainment #kelly-rowland

health-and-wellness2 years ago•3 min saved

Sherri Shepherd Embraces Health Over Appearance After Diabetes Diagnosis

Actress Sherri Shepherd opens up about her struggles with emotional eating and body image, as well as her diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on her health rather than her appearance, and how managing her glucose levels has positively impacted her overall well-being. Shepherd also discusses dealing with criticism and negativity from others, choosing to view it as a reflection of their own unhappiness. Ultimately, her motivation to prioritize her health stems from wanting to be there for her son and teach him healthy habits.

via Yahoo Life|

#body-image #diabetes #health

entertainment3 years ago•5 min saved

Sherri Shepherd's Life-Changing Breast Reduction Journey

Actress Sherri Shepherd, 56, revealed on her talk show that she underwent a breast reduction surgery in July, expressing her happiness with the results and the relief it brought from back pain. Shepherd addressed criticism for returning to work amid the ongoing writers and actors strikes, clarifying that her show operates under a different contract and has never employed writers. She also showed support for the strikes, highlighting the need for fair wages and protection against AI replacing actors and writers.

via Daily Mail|

#body-positivity #breast-reduction #entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Sherri Shepherd Stands in Solidarity with Union, Defends Talk Show Return Amid Strikes

Sherri Shepherd addresses the writers and actors strikes on the premiere of her talk show's second season, highlighting that her show has never employed WGA writers and therefore is not crossing the picket line. She empathizes with those striking and stands in solidarity with her union, emphasizing the importance of better residuals for actors. Shepherd also discusses the potential threat of artificial intelligence replacing working actors and writers. The show is filmed in New York and is anchored by Fox Television Stations and other networks.

via Deadline|

#artificial-intelligence #entertainment #sag-aftra

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

"Potential Replacements for Pat Sajak on Wheel of Fortune"

Ryan Seacrest and Sherri Shepherd are among the frontrunners to replace Pat Sajak as the host of Wheel of Fortune, which has been on air since 1975 and remains one of the highest-grossing shows on television. While Seacrest's hosting experience makes him a clear contender, others at Sony Pictures Television want to use Sajak's retirement as an opportunity to rebrand and refresh the show. Sajak and his co-host, Vanna White, only have to be on set for four days a month, and Sajak has been making around $15 million a year.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#entertainment #pat-sajak #ryan-seacrest

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Lizzo's Struggles with Self-Acceptance and Social Media Backlash.

Sherri Shepherd advised Lizzo to set boundaries on social media and not post things that should be discussed with a therapist after the singer received hateful comments about her weight following a tribute to Tina Turner. Shepherd encouraged Lizzo to focus on her calling and not let jealous people steal her joy. Lizzo had retweeted and responded to the hateful comment, saying it was making her hate the world.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#body-positivity #cyberbullying #entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•4 min saved

Sunny Hostin Credits Sherri Shepherd for Negotiating Higher Pay.

Sunny Hostin, co-host of The View, revealed that former co-host Sherri Shepherd helped her negotiate a higher salary by sharing her own salary and those of former hosts Rosie O'Donnell and Jenny McCarthy. Sherri got the idea from Rosie, who did the same for her when negotiating her salary. Sunny signed a multimillion-dollar deal to remain on The View in 2022. The show has been controversial in the past, with Whoopi Goldberg coming under fire for comments about the Holocaust and Rosie O'Donnell being outspoken about her time on the show.

via Daily Mail|

#entertainment #rosie-odonnell #salary-negotiation