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| 'Deadliest Catch' deckhand Todd Meadows dies at 25 | Todd Meadows, a crab fishing deckhand who appeared on Discovery Channel series Deadliest Catch, has died at the age of 25. Rick Shelford, Deadliest Catch star and captain of the Aleutian Lady, broke the news in a social media post, confirming Meadows died Feb. 25. The post did not reveal a cause of death, but noted he died while fishing on the Bering Sea, between Alaska and Russia. "Todd was the newest member of our crew, he quickly became family. His love for fishing and his strong work ethic earned everyone's respect right away," Shelford wrote on Facebook. "His smile was contagious, and the sound of his laughter coming up the wheelhouse stairs or over the deck hailer is something we will carry with us always. |
| David Oyelowo, Hayley Atwell to star in new 'Treasure Island' series | Selma actor David Oyelowo and Avengers alum Hayley Atwell have signed on to star in a new Treasure Island series for MGM+ Production is currently underway with Oyelowo playing Long John Silver and Atwell as Bess Hawkins. The cast will also include Jack Huston, Tomer Capone and Tom Sweet. The series is based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic 18th-century pirate adventure. "When Jim gets his hands on a legendary treasure map, his mother Bess's clever and decisive actions leave him holding valuable knowledge that puts both of their lives in danger," a synopsis said. "Sailing aboard The Hispaniola, Jim and Bess are caught between the charming, terrifying pirate Long John Silver, and the debonair, duplicitous British agent Aaron Graham. |
| WWE 'Raw': Roman Reigns, CM Punk get personal | The rivalry between World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk and Roman Reigns spilled over on WWE Raw as the two competitors prepare for their upcoming match at WrestleMania 42. Reigns closed out the show on Monday where he was immediately interrupted by Punk. Reigns then launched into a war of words with Punk, referring to the champion as Phil, his real name. "Phil, let's remind you real quick. We brought you back here to entertain the 30-40 year-old virgins that live with their mom and dad. We brought you back to sell a few t-shirts here and there," Reigns said in reference to Punk returning to WWE after a long absence in 2023. "But we didn't bring you back to be champion. That's too much responsibility for you. That's too much power. |
| Tyler Perry's firefighter drama in the works at Netflix | Netflix has announced that a new 16-episode series from Tyler Perry about firefighters is now in production. Where There's Smoke will star Tyler Lepley, Mike Merrill, Da'Vinchi, Eltony Williams, Brock O'Hurn, Joe Hunter, Karen Obilom, Brittany S. Hall, Mariah Goodie, Jordan Rodriguez and Judi Moon. Perry wrote, produced and will direct the drama. "Follow a crew of firefighters as they battle high-stakes emergencies... and the personal fires that await them at home," a synopsis said. |
| Netflix to stream Harry Styles concert special | Netflix has announced plans to stream the music special, Harry Styles: One Night in Manchester, Sunday. This will be the first concert the Grammy winner performs for any streaming platform. The One Direction alum is currently on the promotion trail for his fourth solo studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, which is set for release on Friday. The pop music star and actor also is set to guest host and serve as musical performer on Saturday Night Live on March 14. He plans to kick off his next global concert tour on May 16. |