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Carrie Fisher, ‘Star Wars’ Princess Leia, Dies at 60
Terrible news to confirm today, as a beloved icon and Star Wars star’s condition has taken a turn for the worse. Carrie Fisher, actress behind both Princess and General Leia, has passed away at age 60. The revered actress and comedic presence had earlier suffered a heart attack en-route from London to Los Angeles.
Netflix’s ‘Fuller House’ Will Return for Season 3 in 2017
The first season of Netflix Full House revival Fuller House proved a major hit for the streaming service, and even if Season 2 couldn’t quite match its success, the Tanners will give it a third shot regardless. The series has officially been renewed for Season 3, arriving in 2017.
‘Supergirl’ 2017 Trailer Teases Roulette’s Return, Kevin Smith Episode
Just when you thought The CW would take a breather from its four-night superheroics, in swoops our first look at Supergirl’s premiere in 2017. Our first trailer sees not only the return of Dichen Lachman’s Roulette, but also a red sun, and a first look at Kevin Smith’s Supergirl directorial debut.
‘Supergirl’ ‘Invasion!’ Crossover Poster Teases Us With Martian Manhunter
The CW is still keeping Supergirl off on her own Earth, so that next weeks’ four-part “Invasion!” crossover will require special intervention from Barry and Cisco to unite Kara with Flash, Arrow and Legends of Tomorrow. That said, the Dominators are already invading a new Supergirl poster for the event, and even Martian Manhunter is joining the fight.
Alec Baldwin’s Trump Returning to SNL With Kristen Wiig
Complicit or otherwise, SNL knew that the first post-election show needed a note of relief, moreso than reminders of Trump’s victory. Presidential portrayer Alec Baldwin even expressed uncertainty he’d ever don the wig for SNL again, but sources confirm the sketch series’ take on Trump will return Baldwin to the limelight with Kristen Wiig this weekend.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Has Finally Been Hunted to Cancellation
Once upon a time, TV stood in awe of Duck Dynasty pulling in significantly higher ratings than some non-reality shows, to the point that one member’s exile from the series made national headlines. Now, after five years and eleven seasons, the Robertson clan will finally hang up their duck whistles, at least on TV.
‘Sons of Anarchy’ Mayan Spinoff May Feature Original Series Star
FX’s Sons of Anarchy has retired to the garage long enough that creator Kurt Sutter has been mostly working in private, though we may soon have something to show. The proposed Mayans MC spinoff is gearing toward production, and may return one of the original series’ Mayan stars.
CBS Didn’t Think ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Would Succeed on TV
Even before pushing back its premiere and losing Bryan Fuller as showrunner, Star Trek: Discovery had a world of work to justify fans signing up for CBS All-Access to watch. CBS naturally sees the new Trek as a flagship attraction, but it seems bosses didn’t think Star Trek: Discovery would have survived broadcast demands anyway.
‘Flash’ Reveals When ‘Speedster God’ Savitar Comes Out to Play
Five episodes in, we don’t have the strongest handle on The Flash Season 3's big bads, between the enigmatic Dr. Alchemy, and a speedster deity we’ve yet to formally mention aloud. Fortunately, producers reveal exactly when we’ll meet the dreaded “Savitar,” as well gain a look under Alchemy’s mask.
‘Supergirl’ Joins ‘Best Team-Up Ever’ in ‘Invasion!’ Crossover Promo
If there’s one thing Supergirl got shortchanged on, it’s hanging out with all the various heroes of The CW’s DC dramas. No longer, as our first new crossover “Invasion!” footage features Kara Zor-El blissfully meeting the heroes and Legends of another universe.
‘Supernatural’ Stars Walk Back 300th Episode Ending Talk
Talk of Supernatural’s inevitable end seemed loudest around a tenth or eleventh season, or at least development of a spinoff. We’re a few deep into Season 12 now, with no immediate signs of stopping, but despite recent chatter of ending the series around 300 episodes, star Jensen Ackles isn’t willing to put a number on Supernatural’s ending just yet.
‘The Walking Dead’ Extends Negan’s Alexandria Visit to 85 Minutes
The Walking Dead broke with its usual habit of super-sized premieres, going only six or so minutes past the hour for Season 7 return “The Day Will Come When You Won’t Be.” We may yet get our 90-minute episode after all, however, as an upcoming hour featuring one of Negan’s biggest moments has been extended to 85 minutes.