Sarah Silverman will return to Netflix with her stand-up special Postmortem, exploring the humor in grieving her parents’ death with her signature wit. Directed and executive produced by Silverman, the special premieres on May 20, and features her navigating the absurdities of death and cherishing bittersweet moments. (Variety)
A tribute to Joan Rivers will air on NBC on May 13 and stream on Peacock the next day, featuring friends and admirers like Nikki Glaser, Bill Maher, Sarah Silverman, Rachel Brosnahan, Tiffany Haddish, and more. An uncensored version on Peacock will feature additional comics, with an encore presentation on NBC on June 5. (Variety)
ABC renewed veteran series Grey’s Anatomy, 911, The Rookie, Will Trent, and new comedy Shifting Gears for the 2025-26 season. Also renewed are Abbott Elementary, High Potential, and 911. Doctor Odyssey is still on the bubble. ABC has the smallest scripted lineup among major networks, with only nine series currently airing. (THR)
Deborah Norville is stepping down as anchor of Inside Edition after three decades. Citing a desire for new opportunities, Norville declined to continue and expressed gratitude for her time on the show. Executive producer Charles Lachman praised her immense impact. Norville plans to announce her next steps soon. (UPI)
The Elton John AIDS Foundation has been banned in Russia due to its support for LGBTQ+ rights. The organization, which primarily focuses on HIV/AIDS prevention, is accused of promoting non-traditional sexual relations and denigrating Russia. Elton John is a longtime critic of Russia’s treatment of LGBTQ+ communities. (Deadline)
E.A. Hanks, daughter of Tom Hanks, wrote a memoir delving into her tumultuous relationship with her late mother, Susan Dillingham. The book, The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road, recounts Dillingham’s struggles with bipolar disorder, resulting in a chaotic upbringing for E.A. and brother Colin. It drops April 8. (Us Weekly)
