Randy Jackson leaving 'American Idol' Jackson out. Randy Jackson, the lone original "American Idol" judge, says he won't be returning to the Fox talent competition. "To put all of the speculation to the rest, after 12 years of judging on `American Idol,' I have decided to leave after this season," Jackson said in a statement Thursday. More
NBC orders 5 new TV series for next season Sean Hayes, Parker Posey, Minnie Driver and Gillian Anderson have prominent roles in new television series that NBC will try next season. The network said Thursday that it had ordered five new series, in advance of its annual schedule announcement Sunday. More
Lucci, Trebek donate TV objects to Smithsonian The Smithsonian Institution is adding relics from soap operas and game shows to its national entertainment collection to tell the story of daytime television. More
Director Wes Ball recently shared some insights on the live-action film adaptation of The Legend of Zelda. Ball, known for his directorial prowess in Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, brings a wealth of experience to this new venture.
It's a very good week to be Paul Walter Hauser. The actor, who is coming off an Emmy, Critics' Choice, and Golden Globe win for his role as serial killer Larry Hall in Apple's limited series Black Bird, has landed roles in two high-profile releases that will see him pairing with Liam Neeson, and joining a "fantastic" Marvel movie.