Brent Furdyk

Brent Furdyk is a seasoned entertainment journalist with a specialization in television. A member of both the Critics Choice Association and the Television Critics Association, he’s the longtime editor of TV Week magazine. From Hallmark holiday movies to gritty crime dramas to the world or reality TV, he’s covered it all. Brent has also covered music, and along the way has interviewed hundreds of actors, musicians and TV personalities, ranging from Ellen DeGeneres to Dave Grohl. He covers Music, Great American Family, Netflix, Lifetime and Breaking News for EntertainmentNow.
Emmy statue.

Daytime Emmy Nominations Revealed, ‘Y&R’ Leads the Pack

Brent Furdyk

Find out which shows and stars have been recognized with nominations for the 2026 edition of the Daytime Emmy Awards.

Key art for 'The Shards.'

Buckle Up: Sizzling New Trailer for ‘The Shards’ Finds Privileged ’80s Teens Stalked By a Serial Killer

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Fans now have a sneak peek at the anticipated new series from the creator of "Glee," "American Horror Story" and Netflix's "Dahmer."

Sam Neill in 'Untamed.'

Sam Neill’s Underrated Netflix Thriller Boasts One of His Finest Performances

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Released in 2025, this six-episode Netflix series featured the late movie icon in one of his final roles.

Ed O'Neill and Katey Sagal in 'Married...with Children.'

‘Married…with Children’ Reunion Shaping Up, Could Happen Within Months

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A member of the cast reveals that the long-rumored "Married...with Children" reunion could take place as early as this fall.

Hudson Wiliams attends the Oscars.

Hudson Williams Goes Viral After Confronting Aggressive Autograph Hunters

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The "Heated Rivalry" star is being praised for refusing to back down after being hounded by autograph seekers who followed him to his Paris residence.

Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton in 'Marshals.'

‘Marshals’ Season 2 Trailer Drops — and Two Fan-Favorite Characters Are Nowhere to Be Seen After Cliffhanger

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The first look at the upcoming season of the CBS "Yellowstone" spinoff is raising questions with fans.

Cindy Busby attending Hallmark event.

All the Scoop on Hallmark Alum Cindy Busby’s New Holiday Movie

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Cindy Busby has just started production on a new Christmas movie — but it won't be airing on Hallmark Channel.

Alan Thicke and 'Growing Pains' cast.

‘Growing Pains’ Star Narrowly Escaped Being Kidnapped From the Set: ‘I Was Clueless’

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A cast member on the hit 1980s sitcom recalls narrowly escaping an attempted abduction after taping an episode of the show.

Abby Lee Miller of 'Dance Moms.'

‘Dance Moms’ Returning — But Not the Way Fans Might Expect

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In addition to Hulu revival series "Dance Moms: A Era," another "Dance Moms" project is in the works that hearkens back to the original Lifetime series with Abby Lee Miller.

Pat McAfee in studio

Pat McAfee Gushes About Taylor Swift’s ‘Spectacular’ Wedding: ‘Greatest Night of All Time’

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The NFL punter-turned-sports analyst shares his recollection of the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, confirming it was every bit as "spectacular" as expected.

Rick Moranis in a scene from 'Spaceballs.'

Big Reveal for Mel Brooks’ 40-Years-Later ‘Spaceballs’ Sequel

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A first look at the upcoming sequel to the beloved "Star Wars" spoof is generating plenty of excitement with fans.

Monopoly game board.

Netflix Announces New ‘Monopoly’ Game Show with $2M Prize — and You Could Be a Contestant

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The iconic board game will be coming to Netflix as a new competition series, and casting is open for players looking to win a cool $2 million

Netflix logo.

Exciting News About Oscar Winner’s New Netflix Thriller

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Adapted from a New York Times bestseller, starring a two-time Oscar winner and produced by the team behind some Marvel blockbusters, anticipation is high for this upcoming thriller.

American Idol logo.

‘American Idol’ Champ Admits Life After Winning Was ‘a Lot Tougher Than It Seems’

Brent Furdyk

The winner of one of the show's earlier seasons is revealing that becoming instantly famous was difficult to navigate.

Cynthia Bailey attending BravoCon.

Chilling Detail Spotted in ‘Real Housewives’ Star’s Social Media Post

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A small detail hidden in the background of a photo shared on social media by "Real Housewives of Atlanta" alum Cynthia Bailey has caused her post to go viral months later.

Brett Goldstein, Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt in 'Ted Lasso.'

‘Ted Lasso’ Fan Favorite Makes His Real-Life Soccer Debut

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A member of the cast of "Ted Lasso" not only plays a soccer star on the Apple TV hit, he's also a professional soccer player for real.

Closeup of Taylor Swift.

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Stars Reveal How Former ‘Voice’ Advisor Taylor Swift Helped Bond the Cast Together

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Alice Halsey, who plays Laura Ingalls in the Netflix reboot of the beloved TV classic, shares the key role that Taylor Swift played in bringing her and her co-stars together.

Key art for 'Married at First Sight.'

Producer Teases Huge Changes to ‘Married at First Sight’ in Season 20

Brent Furdyk

In its first full season on Peacock, "Married at First Sight" returns for Season 20 having undergone a massive overhaul.

Ali G at the MTV Europe Music Awards.

Booyakasha! Sascha Baron Cohen Hits Wimbledon in Character as Ali G After Reports of Secret Movie

Brent Furdyk

The British comedian attended Wimbledon this weekend — not as himself, but in character as clueless Ali G.

Robert Downey Jr.

Marvel Reveals First Look at Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’

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The first concept art for "Avegers: Doomsday" shares a sneak peek at Robert Downey Jr.'s villainous return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Promotional photo for "The Office."

Beloved Star of ‘The Office’ Makes Surprising Career Shift at Age 68

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One of the stars of the iconic workplace sitcom has made a bold career move that has nothing to do with showbiz.

Netflix

Legendary Sitcom Quietly Returns to Netflix and Instantly Dominates Global Top 10

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The beloved sitcom snuck back onto Netflix and instantly catapulted into the streamer's global top 10 — but there's a catch.

Julie Chen on the set of 'Big Brother' Season 28

‘Big Brother’ Producers On the ‘Survivor’ Crossover Nobody Saw Coming

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Producers Allison Grodner and Rich Meehan reveal how two "Survivor" castaways wound up as houseguests on "Big Brother."

Army Hammer at 2020 movie premiere.

Armie Hammer Disavows His Own Movie After Comeback Attempt, Was ‘In Tears’ After Watching

Brent Furdyk

A report claims that the disgraced former Hollywood star was horrified when he saw the final cut of his comeback movie, describing it as "hateful" and "disgusting."

Jelly Roll, Bunnie XO

Bunnie XO Reveals Why She Took Down ‘Divorce Podcast’ — and the Stunning Amount of Money it Made

Brent Furdyk

Bunnie XO opened up about her split from Jelly Roll in a raw and candid episode of her "Dumb Blonde" podcast, only to take it down shortly after posting it — now she explains why.

James Van Der Beek in a scene from "Elle."

James Van Der Beek Rewrote His ‘Elle’ Character’s Ending As His Health Worsened

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Prior to his tragic passing, the former "Dawson's Creek" star worked with "Elle" producers to provide a definitive end to his character's storyline.

Huey Lewis performing in concert.

1980s Music Icon Reveals He’s Gone Deaf, Music Is ‘Not Part of My Life’

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Hearing loss has forced this beloved rock star to close the book on his career after scoring some of the biggest his of the 1980s.

Jennifer Nettles and Taylor Swift performing onstage.

Jennifer Nettles Confirms Taylor Swift’s Wedding Guests Were Kept in the Dark: ‘No One Knew Anything’

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Country singer Jennifer Nettles spills the tea on the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, revealing just how little guests were told ahead of the nuptials.

Poster from 'Spider-Man: Homecoming.'

Oscar Winner Who Appeared In Tom Holland’s ‘Spider-Man’ Sequel Still Hasn’t Met Him

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Despite appearing in Tom Holland's "Spider-Man: Far From Home" as an iconic Marvel Comics character, the actor has yet to meet the film's star.

Kevin Hart and Dwayne Johnson.

Dwayne Johnson Reveals Broadway Dream with Kevin Hart

Brent Furdyk

Dwayne Johnson has been working had to revive a beloved comedy on Broadway with frequent co-star Kevin Hart, but there's a big obstacle standing in the way.