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One of the resurfaced photos sees the 30-year-old actress wearing Blackface on the popular ‘Lola, Erase Una Vez’ telenovela, while the other features her sporting traditional Geisha attire and makeup.
Jun 25, 2020
AceShowbiz – Eiza Gonzalez issues an apology after two insensitive photos of her have made their way out online. One of the photos saw the 30-year-old wearing Blackface on the popular “Lola, Erase Una Vez” telenovela, when she was just a teenager back in 2017. Addressing the matter, the actress showed remorse in her statement on Wednesday, June 24.
“I am deeply sorry and ashamed about having worn blackface makeup shown in the images circulating,” Eiza, who was rumored to be dating actor Timothee Chalamet, said of the images that resurfaced on Tuesday, June 23. “As a 15-year-old child actor on my first job in a Mexican telenovela, I was pressured against my will, and with no negotiating power, I could not advocate for myself in the situation. I wish I had the voice and knowledge then that I have now.”
In the other picture, Eiza was seen sporting traditional Geisha attire and makeup. Explaining the story behind the snap, she shared, “The other image in question is from a trip I took to Japan. According to my host, it is considered an intercultural exchange to dress up in their traditional clothing and makeup.”
“It is seen as an appreciation of their culture, however, I understand that out of context, this calls for a dialogue about contemporary cultural appropriation,” she added.
She continued, “As a Mexican woman and an immigrant, I have faced racism and ignorance throughout my life and career. I would never intentionally participate in anything that I knew would cause harm or distress to another person. More than gestures of apology, it is my responsibility to educate myself and use my voice to stand up for others. And again I deeply apologize for hurting anyone.”
The controversy arrived after Eiza sparked dating rumors with Timothee as she was snapped locking lips with the “Call Me by Your Name” star during their Mexico vacay. In a picture from the outing, the “Baby Driver” actress was photographed sitting in a lounge chair with her rumored boyfriend, who donned a red T-shirt and khaki shorts, leaning in to kiss her. Neither Eiza nor Timothee has commented on the speculations.

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Set to debut on June 29, ‘Kids, Race and Unity’ aims to ‘amplify the voices and experiences of Black children across the country’ and will feature the leaders of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Jun 24, 2020
AceShowbiz – Bosses at kids TV network Nickelodeon are bringing back “Nick News” for a series of specials hosted by Alicia Keys.
The original programme was hosted by journalist Linda Ellerbee for 25 years before she retired in 2016, and featured discussions on current events like the 9/11 terrorist attacks, HIV/AIDS, and Hurricane Katrina, all tailored for youngsters.
Now the Emmy Award-winning series is set to return for the special “Kids, Race and Unity”, which will highlight the current discussions surrounding race in America.
Set to debut on 29 June at 7pm ET on Nickelodeon, TeenNick and Nicktoons the show, hosted by Keys, will “amplify the voices and experiences of Black children across the country amid current events”, according to a press release from representatives at the network.
“‘Kids, Race and Unity’ will feature the leaders of the Black Lives Matter movement answering questions from kids, offer tools for families to have constructive conversations about race and inclusivity, and highlight teen activists who are fighting racial injustice.”

Keys will also sit down with a variety of guests, including Black Lives Matter co-founders Patrisse Cullors and Alicia Garza, young protest singer and viral sensation Keedron Bryant, and the teens who founded Teens4Equality.

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Kenya Barris, who is also behind the hit comedy ‘Black-ish’, argues that the content of the Netflix series speaks to the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Jun 24, 2020
AceShowbiz – New Netflix show “#blackAF” deserves an Emmy because “there’s not another show” that better reflects America’s current racial turbulence, according to creator Kenya Barris.
The writer/producer, who is also behind the hit comedy “Black-ish”, insists he has never chased awards or critical acclaim – until now, because no one else is making content which speaks to the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement.
“In terms of the polarizing nature of the show,” Barris tells The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, “I feel like the reason this show should get an Emmy – and I’ve never cared and I’ve never said this before about anything I’ve done – is because that is what art is.
“There’s not another show right now that you can look back at, with what we’re going through (in the U.S.)… Black-ish never was awarded (an Emmy) because ‘the cool cable shows’ were taking it. This is the cool cable show!”.

In #BlackAF, Kenya plays an exaggerated version of himself, alongside Rashida Jones as his wife, and he admits there is room for improvement in one area.
“I’m a crappy actor,” he explains. “I got better, but I feel like some of that crappy acting actually helped the role. A true actor couldn’t have played that role. It would not have been the same show.”

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‘I’ve never seen anything more horrible!’ the judge tells Chef Boy Bonez, who makes her scared so much that she trips and falls onto some audience members because of his performance.
Jun 24, 2020
AceShowbiz – “America’s Got Talent” aired its new episode on Tuesday, June 23. In the new outing, one contestant stole the attention of the judges, Sofia Vergara, Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel and Eric Stonestreet, who filled in for sick Heidi Klum. However, it was not in a good way.
Chef Boy Bonez took the stage to show off his rapping skills. But it was his disturbing eye trick that received so much attention. He approached the judges’ panel before unexpectedly popping out his eye balls in front of Sofia, much to her surprise.
She quickly stood up and went to the back because of the terrifying sight. She was so scared that she tripped and fell onto some audience members. The “Modern Family” star stayed sitting on the lap of some until the wild performance was over. Meanwhile, Eric yelled, “I can’t look! They are still out! Put them back in!”
“I’ve never seen anything more horrible!” Sofia hilariously told the Chef Boy Bonez following the performance. He then responded, “Horrible?!” and popped his eyes at her again. “You’re gonna hurt yourself! How was I the only one that gave him an X?” she exclaimed.
The Colombian star pushed her X buzzer for Chef Boy Bonez, hoping to eliminate him. However, the other judges gave him a yes. “I think there’s a market for this,” Simon argued. “I always say this: Without acts like you, we don’t exist. So I’m going to kick us off with a yes (vote).”
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“Eric, don’t betray me,” Sofia told Eric, who then responded, “This is ridiculous. I don’t deserve this. Heidi deserves this. I’ll tell you what. This is probably the only day I’m going to be here this season, so I’m going to torture the rest of you guys with a ‘yes.’ ”
Also among those who auditioned that night were Extreme Dance Force, comedian Ty Barnett, Australian singer Annie Jones, Nashville guitar player Jesse Krame and Bone Breakers.

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Originally set to conclude with the fifth season, the supernatural drama series starring Tom Ellis has been unraveled to be getting another run from Netflix.
Jun 24, 2020
AceShowbiz – Netflix hit “Lucifer” has been renewed for a sixth and final season after bosses at the streaming service announced season five would be the last.
The series, in which Tom Ellis plays the devil, was set to conclude with the fifth season, which is set to air in August (20), but fans were given the good news on Tuesday, June 22 when it was revealed another run is being planned via the show’s official Twitter account.
“the devil made us do it. #lucifer will return for a sixth and final season. like, FINAL final,” the post reads.

“Lucifer” moved to Netflix in 2018 after it was cancelled by executives at FOX. Season five has been split into two parts and there is currently no premiere date set for the second half.
The show also stars Lauren German, Kevin Alejandro, DB Woodside, Lesley-Ann Brandt, and Rachael Harris.

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The comedian also explains why she thinks that the whole controversy ‘really tarnished’ the show and shares that she did try to reach out to Tamar to clear things up but got no response.
Jun 24, 2020
AceShowbiz – Loni Love is telling her truth in her new memoir, “I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have to”. In addition to telling stories about her childhood and dating mishaps, Loni addressed her career journey which included the whole controversy surrounding Tamar Braxton’s sudden firing in 2016 from “The Real” that most people believed had something to do with Loni.
In a new interview with Entertainment Tonight, she said, “Everybody gets their day in court and everybody gets to tell their side and everybody gets to tell their truth. That’s the reason why you write books — it’s to tell your truth,” referring to her other co-hosts, Adrienne Bailon, Tamera Mowry and Jeannie Mai who were equally shocked when they found out that Tamar was let go. “The fans deserve it, the fans want to know another side. Well, you’re gonna get it.”
Talking about how people accused her of being responsible for Tamar’s exit, Loni explained, “I used to be the person that was like, ‘You know what? It will all blow over.’ But we live in the age now of social media where it doesn’t blow over. It’s there forever, there are things that everyone on the show has said that are still living. So, you still have to continue to fight for your character, and I think there’s nothing wrong with fighting for your character and fighting for your truth.”
“I’ve always been a strong person, and in the book, you will understand why certain things were said, why certain things weren’t said,” the comedian added. “Hopefully this will give people another view.”
“I think I got a bad rap, and all the girls got a bad rap. But it was really mostly on me because we weren’t allowed to speak about it and when you’re not allowed to speak about it, that means only one side of the story is out there,” Loni continued. “Then what happens is perception from that one side becomes reality, and that’s what hurts.”
She said, “It’s so unfair, but people in the industry, they probably know, but outside people don’t and that’s what is totally not fair. None of the girls should have been blamed. None of us did anything.”
Loni also noted that decisions about co-hosts were “all above my pay grade, but people want to believe what they want to believe.” While she said that she felt bad because she was blamed for it and because “somebody did lose a job,” Loni added, “That was embarrassing, it was hurtful, it was confusing for all of us. I have a set of fans that really want to understand it, so I put it in a book.”
As to why she thought that the whole controversy “really tarnished” the show, Loni stated, “You look at other talk show hosts. They get canned and contracts end all the time. … This was the first show that was like, all women of color, and it really tarnished the show, I believe. It left this cloud of suspicion on the show, and it took like a couple of seasons for us to get over that. The show wasn’t meant for that. The show was really meant to uplift and show diversity amongst women.”
Loni added that she did try to clear things up with Tamar but got no response from her. “I just wish her the best. I think she’s a powerhouse… But I think it’s time to really get together, and she knows that we’re not mad at her. We’re not upset, it’s just that we just want to clear the record, seriously clear the record. And the only way you’re gonna clear the record is if she says something or we all meet and we just have it publicly out there,” Loni divulged. “It doesn’t have to happen with any cameras or anything like that. I just want her to know.”

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Last week, ViacomCBS announced that its mini-series based on “A Higher Loyalty,” the best-selling book by the former F.B.I. director James B. Comey that angered President Trump, would be broadcast after the election.That came as a disappointment to the director, who had been working toward an air date before November, according to an email he sent to cast members on Monday.It also came as bad news to Mr. Comey. “I don’t understand why CBS would sit on a movie about important current events, and I hope the American people get the chance to see it soon,” Mr. Comey said in a statement.CBS Television Studios announced the adaptation of Mr. Comey’s book last fall without specifying a release date. Last week it announced that the mini-series would makes its debut on ViacomCBS’s Showtime cable network in late November.Since the director of the mini-series, Billy Ray, sent his email on Monday, ViacomCBS appears to be reconsidering its scheduling decision. “We will be announcing several changes to our schedule, and ‘The Comey Rule’ is most likely moving to air before the election,” a Showtime spokeswoman said in an email on Tuesday.The two-part, four-hour program, “The Comey Rule,” was adapted by Mr. Ray, the screenwriter of “Shattered Glass,” “Captain Phillips” and “Richard Jewell.” It stars Jeff Daniels as Mr. Comey, who served as the F.B.I. director from 2013 until the president abruptly fired him in May 2017. Mr. Trump is played by Brendan Gleeson, a Dublin-born actor perhaps best known for his portrayal of Alastor (Mad-Eye) Moody in the Harry Potter movies.In his email to cast members, which was reviewed by The New York Times, Mr. Ray expressed disappointment in the decision to broadcast “The Comey Rule” after the election.“We all were hoping to get this story in front of the American people months before the coming election,” he wrote. “And that was a reasonable expectation considering that we’d been given a mandate by the network to do whatever was necessary to deliver by May 15.“But at some point in March or April, that mandate changed,” Mr. Ray continued. “Word started drifting back to me that a decision about our airdate had been made at the very highest levels of Viacom: all talk of our airing before the election was suddenly a ‘non-starter.’” He added that ViacomCBS had refused to allow the filmmakers to take “The Comey Rule” to another network.In a brief interview on Tuesday, Mr. Ray addressed the company’s decision to make the mini-series available weeks after Election Day, Nov. 3. “I don’t see how it could have been economically motivated,” he said. “They never told me why.”“A Higher Loyalty” was an instant blockbuster upon its publication in April 2018, selling 600,000 copies in all formats its first week. In its pages Mr. Comey likens Mr. Trump to a crime boss and calls him “unethical, and untethered to truth.” Mr. Trump attacked the book and its author, calling him an “untruthful slime ball” in a tweet.At the time of his firing three years ago, Mr. Comey was the top official leading a criminal investigation into whether Mr. Trump’s advisers had colluded with the Russian government to influence the outcome of the 2016 election.Simon & Schuster, a publishing house owned by ViacomCBS, released Mr. Comey’s book; it is also the publisher of “The Room Where It Happened,” a memoir by Mr. Trump’s former national security head John Bolton that came out on Tuesday. In March, ViacomCBS put Simon & Schuster up for sale.CBS was among the hundreds of organizations and people that have been the target of attacks by Mr. Trump during his term in office. In a 2018 tweet, the president included CBS reporters among the “fakers” who have “done so much dishonest reporting that they should only be allowed to get awards for fiction!”Previous attempts by Hollywood to build shows around political figures have not gone according to plan. In 2013, NBC scrapped a mini-series that would have starred Diane Lane as Hillary Clinton before it was shot. More recently, the third season of Ryan Murphy’s FX series “American Crime Story: Impeachment” — with a focus on former President Bill Clinton, and with Monica Lewinsky as a producer — was scheduled to make its debut on Sept. 27. FX ended up postponing the release until after the election, citing Mr. Murphy’s busy schedule.In his email to the cast of “The Comey Rule,” Mr. Ray wrote that he was puzzled by ViacomCBS’s decision to wait until after the election.“Why?” he wrote. “I don’t know. The health of a media company depends on attracting audiences — and our movie, aired in August of an election year, would have been very big news. Can you imagine the billboards? Comey Vs. Trump! A cast loaded with Emmy winners! Yet here we are. I am deeply sorry that I didn’t win this one.” More

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The ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ host calls the sketch ’embarrassing’ but he refuses to be ‘bullied into silence by those who feign outrage to advance their oppressive and genuinely racist agendas.’
Jun 24, 2020
AceShowbiz – Jimmy Kimmel has followed fellow U.S. late-night host Jimmy Fallon’s lead and apologised for a blackface TV skit.
The comedian impersonated black basketball star Karl Malone on Comedy Central’s “The Man Show”, which aired from 1999 to 2003.
The “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” host admitted he had been “reluctant” to address the sketch, explaining, “I knew doing so would be celebrated as a victory by those who equate apologies with weakness and cheer for leaders who use prejudice to divide us.”
“That delay was a mistake,” Kimmel added in a statement. “There is nothing more important to me than your respect, and I apologize to those who were genuinely hurt or offended by the makeup I wore or the words I spoke.”
The funnyman went on to explain he often impersonated Malone on TV and radio, but “never considered that this might be seen as anything other than an imitation of a fellow human being, one that had no more to do with Karl’s skin color than it did his bulging muscles and bald head.”
Kimmel continues, “I’ve done dozens of impressions of famous people, including Snoop Dogg, Oprah, Eminem… and many others. In each case, I thought of them as impersonations of celebrities and nothing more. Looking back, many of these sketches are embarrassing, and it is frustrating that these thoughtless moments have become a weapon used by some to diminish my criticisms of social and other injustices.”
“I believe that I have evolved and matured over the last twenty-plus years, and I hope that is evident to anyone who watches my show. I know that this will not be the last I hear of this and that it will be used again to try to quiet me. I love this country too much to allow that. I won’t be bullied into silence by those who feign outrage to advance their oppressive and genuinely racist agendas.”
Kimmel’s apology comes after he announced plans to take the summer off to spend “even more time with my family.” He insists his vacation has nothing to do with the blackface drama, “My summer vacation has been planned for more than a year and includes the next two summers off as well. I will be back to work in September. Thank you for giving me an opportunity to explain and to those I’ve disappointed, I am sorry.”
“The Tonight Show” host Fallon previously apologised for a blackface sketch on “Saturday Night Live” 20 years ago, in which he impersonated comedian Chris Rock.

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