Fresh News 6/30/22
Posted by NALIP on July 13, 2022
Catch up on the latest within the industry with our roundup of Fresh News!
How ‘This Is Us’ Star Jon Huertas Rose From The Ashes Of ‘Castle’ To Achieve Acting, Directing Success
Courtesy of Deadline
Jon Huertas details the evolution of his character Miguel and how ‘This Is Us’ gifted him the opportunity to make his directing debut.
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‘National Treasure’: Jacob Vargas To Recur in Disney+ Series
Courtesy of Deadline
The upcoming TV series will feature Jacob Vargas playing a “rugged, treasure-obsessed, adventurous soul.” This new spin on the legendary “National treasure” series will explore the life of its heroine, Jess (Lisette Olivera).
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‘Wild Life’: Nadine Velazquez Among 9 Cast In HBO Max Comedy Pilot From Imagine
Courtesy of Deadline
Wild Life, a new HBO Max series, welcomes Nadine Velazquez, who will take on the role of Ciara's single mother. These teens will battle social issues and navigate their lives around a local animal rescue program.
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‘The Fallout’ Star Jenna Ortega On The Horror Of School Shootings: “It Could Happen Anywhere, At Any Time”
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Jenna Ortega speaks on the lasting trauma a school shooting can leave on young children and adults. In this interview with Deadline, the star recounts her role in Fallout and her Latinx culture.
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Ana De La Reguera Sets Season 2 Return of ‘Ana’; Reveals Season 3 Will Wrap Up Pantaya Series
Courtesy of Deadline
Ana, De La Reguera's self-titled comedy series on Pantaya, gets an exclusive first look at season 2 on Deadline! Fans of the series can tune in July 22nd for the six-episode release.
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‘Father Of The Bride’ Draws HBO Max’s Biggest Audience For A Streaming-Only Film
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The Father of the Bride remake hits many new milestones for HBO Max's streaming platform.
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‘Groundswell’: Lacey Chabert & Ektor Rivera To Lead Hallmark Film
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Hallmark will release Groundswell, a film set to premiere on August 21st on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. The film will have Emma (Chabert) experience a few setbacks within her career. As she explores the island of Hawai'i, she will encounter a handsome, reclusive surfing instructor, Ben (Rivera).
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Hollywood Walk Of Fame To Honor Paul Walker, Jenni Rivera With Posthumous Tributes As Part Of Class Of 2023
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The Hollywood Walk of Fame announces its class of 2023! Among some of the honorees are celebrities like beloved actor Paul Walker and legendary singer Jenni Rivera.
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PBS’s ‘A Capitol Fourth’ Will Feature ‘West Side Story’ Tribute, Salute To Lincoln Memorial’s Centennial — Update
Courtesy of Deadline
The annual televised event, Independence Day Concert, will be broadcasted on PBS and be hosted by Mickey Guyton. The lineup will feature many singers and include a celebration of West Side Story's 65th anniversary.
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‘Gordita Chronicles’ Showrunner Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz Re-Ups Sony Pictures TV Overall Deal
Courtesy of Deadline
Executive producer/showrunner Brigitte Muñoz-Liebowitz earns an extended deal with Sony Pictures Television. Should Gordita Chronicles gain another season, Muñoz-Liebowitz will develop new comedy series across cable and streaming while continuing to run the beloved Dominican Republic family sitcom.
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‘Outer Banks’: Andy McQueen, Fiona Palomo & Lou Ferrigno Jr Board Season 3
Courtesy of Deadline
Outer Banks welcomes some new stars onto the series' third season. Andy McQueen will star as Carlos Singh, a Caribbean Don, Fiona Palermo, a likable and scrappy young woman, and finally, Lou Ferrigno is Singh's top young and hungry security officer.
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Jay Hernandez, Jaina Lee Ortiz, Dennis Quaid & Julian Works To Lead Feature Adaptation Of Humberto G. Garcia’s Book ‘Mustang Miracle’
Courtesy of Deadline
Coming soon to theaters is The Long Game, an adaptation of Humberto G. Garcia's book Mustang Miracle. The film is based on a true story set in mid-1950s Texas and shows the passion a desire a young group of Mexican-American caddies had for golf.
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