Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to celebrate TV and Film’s glorious past.
Today we make our way back to 1993, the year in which the world was introduced to ‘The Ricki Lake Show.’
Following her standout performance in John Walter’s ‘Hairspray’, Lake caught the attention of Columbia Pictures Television who, with the full support of the Garth Ancier and Gail Steinberg, built the series for the 24-year-old.
A staple in many a 90s baby’s entertainment diet, the show would become one of the decade’s highest-rated series, rivalling ‘The Jerry Springer Show’, Jenny Jones and Sally Jesse Raphael’s ‘Sally’ with support from a memorable theme tune created by Madonna’s ‘Holiday’ producer,Jellybean Benitez.
Reunite with Ricki and her neck rolling guests after the jump….
The third season of Viola Davis‘ hit show ‘How To Get Away with Murder‘ isn’t the only project the actress’ fans have to look forward to this year.
For, stomping its way to epic box office glory is the movie ‘Suicide Squad‘ in which she stars alongside Will Smith and Jared Leto!
Awesome news awaits below…
It’s that time of year again.
The 2016 Primetime Emmy Awards air September 18th and will celebrate the titles and talents who’ve made the most marked impact.
As the top honor in television, all eyes are on which shows and stars have nabbed nominations.
Well, wonder no more. Because the full list of nominations for the main categories have been unveiled.
View below…
‘Basketball Wives LA’ returns for a fifth season on July 17th much to the delight of its cast and its dutiful fans.
Said fans will be elated to learn that they do not have to wait until the 17th to catch a little of what Malaysia Pargo and company have to offer this time around.
Why?
VH1 have released a large chunk of its first episode and placed it online.
Ready to see how the fry-tossing housewives are faring in the city of angels?
Hit the link below for five minutes of lowbrow fun…
She’s the supermodel turned super mogul.
Now, after announcing that Rita Ora was to replace her on her hit show ‘America’s Next Top Model’, Tyra Banks has teamed up with NBC to launch a TV show.
Its quest? To find America’s next top entrepreneur.
The hit series ‘Scream Queens’ returns for a second season on September 20th 2016.
Seem like a lifetime away? Not to worry, because waiting below are fresh details pulled from its set as shooting continues with the help of its stars KeKe Palmer, Taylor Lautner and the comedic force that is Niecy Nash.
Spoilers below….
After two critically acclaimed seasons, Viola Davis‘ ‘How To Get Away With Murder’ is gearing up for a return to ABC.
Details below …
Ciara is now a married woman. A little reminder to those preoccupied over the ongoing drama with ex-boyfriend Future.
Last Wednesday (July 6th), the ‘Goodies’ performer tied the knot with Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson in England.
Following the fanfare surrounding their nuptials, attention has turned to the couple’s…future.
When quizzed by ET on the prospect of giving CiCi’s son Future Zahir another sibling, 27 year old Wilson had an interesting answer.
See what he had to say below…
With the right material she’ll become one of Pop’s strongest contenders.
Fortunately, fans of the rising star that is Zendaya won’t have to wait until that material surfaces before they’re able to enjoy fresh and original content from her.
For, after bagging a starring role in the forthcoming ‘Spiderman’ movie, the starlet has joined the cast of ‘The Greatest Showman on Earth.’
Cop a gander of Serena Williams!
Following her historic win on Saturday, the tennis icon was the belle of the Wimbledon Winners Ball at The Guildhall in London.
As widely reported, the 34-year-old demolished Angelique Kerber to clench her 22nd major title and 7th Wimbledon singles win. She also won the doubles honor with older sister (and fellow court slayer) Venus Williams.
Fun Fact: It’s been 17 years since Serena defeated Germany’s great Steffi Graf at age 17. In winning her latest honor, Williams ties Graf’s tally of 22 major tournament wins. She’s only 3 away from tying the all-time male or female total of 25.
Peep more snaps from the festivities below…
Serena Williams celebrated her win at Wimbledon 2016 by attending the Wimbledon Winners Ball in London yesterday evening.
The event was held in the city’s Guildhall and also welcomed a number of her racket-rocking peers who engaged in the festivities before she returns to the United States.
Snaps below…
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