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Idina Menzel Says Playing Lea Michele's Mother on 'Glee' 'Wasn't Great' - www.etonline.com - county Lea
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14.08.2023

Idina Menzel Says Playing Lea Michele's Mother on 'Glee' 'Wasn't Great'

Idina Menzel can't seem to let it go. The 52-year-old Broadway veteran and star reflected on her role as Shelby Corcoran on the hit series during a recent interview.

Matthew Morrison was ‘trying to get off’ of ‘Glee’ before Cory Monteith’s death: ‘No disrespect’ - nypost.com
nypost.com
16.02.2024

Matthew Morrison was ‘trying to get off’ of ‘Glee’ before Cory Monteith’s death: ‘No disrespect’

died that same year — Morrison’s decision to leave the cursed Fox musical dramedy was shot down by producers. On a recent episode of the “And That’s What You REALLY Missed” podcast, hosted by “Glee” alums Jenna Ushkowitz and Kevin McHale, the Broadway actor, 45, got candid about feeling miserable on the show.“I actually was trying to get off the show,” Morrison — who played teacher Will Schuester who helmed the school’s glee club — recalled. “In Season 5, I asked to be off the show, just ‘cause like, I’m no longer being used in the way I wanted to.”The “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” actor noted that he wanted to pursue other projects such as film.

Lea Michele awkwardly seated by Ziwe Fumudoh at US Open after viral ‘rude’ interview - nypost.com - USA - New York - county Arthur - county Ashe
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11.09.2023

Lea Michele awkwardly seated by Ziwe Fumudoh at US Open after viral ‘rude’ interview

funny, girl.Actress and singer Lea Michele was ironically seated behind talk show host Ziwe Fumudoh at the 2023 US Open men’s finals at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City on Sunday.Fumodoh, 31, seemed to be in bright spirits, wearing an equally bright yellow tweed jacket while seated next to her friend, supermodel Emily Ratajkowski. The “Funny Girl” Broadway star, meanwhile, was seated next to her husband, Zandy Reich.The awkward positioning of the foursome in the VIP suite during the Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev face-off raised some eyebrows.

'Glee' Stars Heather Morris, Darren Criss and More Reunite on SAG Picket Line With a Tribute to Naya Rivera - www.etonline.com - USA - Hollywood - city Santana
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24.08.2023

'Glee' Stars Heather Morris, Darren Criss and More Reunite on SAG Picket Line With a Tribute to Naya Rivera

reunion on the picket line on Wednesday, with several cast members of the beloved musical series coming together amid the ongoing SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. Heather Morris was among the stars who marched in solidarity with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA), as both unions have been unable to reach an agreement with major Hollywood studios and streamers.

Idina Menzel: Why starring opposite Lea Michele on ‘Glee’ wasn’t great for my ego - nypost.com - Indiana - county Walker
nypost.com
12.08.2023

Idina Menzel: Why starring opposite Lea Michele on ‘Glee’ wasn’t great for my ego

“Let It Go.”Idina Menzel is speaking out about playing Lea Michele’s mother on the hit Fox series “Glee,” saying it “wasn’t great for the ego.”The Broadway diva, now 52, was just 38 when she was cast as Shelby Corcoran —the mother of Michele’s character, Rachel Berry. Menzel is just 15 years older than Michele and had only just given birth to her own baby when she made her “Glee” debut in 2010, so playing the mother of a teenage character was jarring.

Lea Michele Remembers Cory Monteith on the 10th Anniversary of His Death: 'We Miss You Every Day' - www.etonline.com
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13.07.2023

Lea Michele Remembers Cory Monteith on the 10th Anniversary of His Death: 'We Miss You Every Day'

Lea Michele is keeping Cory Monteith's legacy alive. On Thursday, the alum paid tribute to her former co-star and boyfriend on the 10th anniversary of his death.«Hey you.

Kevin McHale Recalls 'Glee' Co-Stars Naya Rivera and Jenna Ushkowitz Holding an 'Intervention' for Him - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
28.06.2023

Kevin McHale Recalls 'Glee' Co-Stars Naya Rivera and Jenna Ushkowitz Holding an 'Intervention' for Him

Kevin McHale opened up about a difficult time in his life during the most recent episode of his podcast,, with co-host and former co-star Jenna Ushkowitz.As the pair were discussing a trip to London in 2010, McHale noted that in addition to the exciting outing, the trip also marked a memorable moment for him. «You had an intervention with me. Do you remember this?» McHale, who played wheelchair-bound character Artie Abrams on, asked Ushkowitz, who played Tina Cohen-Chang.

Lea Michele Flexes Her Incredible Singing Skills During 'Carpool Karaoke' Duet With Darren Criss (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
22.06.2023

Lea Michele Flexes Her Incredible Singing Skills During 'Carpool Karaoke' Duet With Darren Criss (Exclusive)

ended, former co-stars Lea Michele and Darren Criss have reunited for another musical show,, which returns to Apple TV+ with all-new performances on Friday, June 23. Ahead of season 5's return, ET has an exclusive sneak peek at Michele and Criss' episode, in which they perform a duet. In the clip, the two sing «Don't Rain on My Parade,» the popular song from the 1964 musical first performed by Barbra Streisand and later famously performed by Michele's character, Rachel Berry, during season 1's sectionals competition.

Alex Newell Reacts to 'Glee' Reunion With Lea Michele at the 2023 Tony Awards After Speaking Out Against Her - www.etonline.com - county Lea
etonline.com
16.06.2023

Alex Newell Reacts to 'Glee' Reunion With Lea Michele at the 2023 Tony Awards After Speaking Out Against Her

Alex Newell is happy to be moving on with Lea Michele. After the 36-year-old star posted a selfie congratulating Newell, who identifies as nonbinary and uses all pronouns, on their historic 2023 Tony Awards win, Newell reposted the photo on their Instagram Stories to reflect on their progress with their former co-star.«This was a moment for me! I'm so happy we could share this season together!» Newell, 30, wrote.

Mindhunter star Jonathan Groff ‘thrilled’ to join Doctor Who - www.ok.co.uk - Britain - USA - county Ford
ok.co.uk
05.05.2023

Mindhunter star Jonathan Groff ‘thrilled’ to join Doctor Who

Mindhunter star Jonathan Groff will appear in the upcoming series of Doctor Who in a major role.The BBC said the 38 year old, a regular on Broadway in the US, would be “jumping aboard the Tardis” in a “mysterious and exciting” guest part.The latest revamp of the long-running science-fiction series will see Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa take over as the Time Lord with Coronation Street actress Millie Gibson as his companion. Millie, 18, is best-known for playing Kelly Neelan in the ITV soap, which she stepped away from in 2022, and Groff came to prominence playing the role of Jesse in musical comedy drama Glee.

Lea Michele shares heartfelt update on son Ever after hospitalization - hellomagazine.com
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27.03.2023

Lea Michele shares heartfelt update on son Ever after hospitalization

Lea Michele, the 36-year-old Glee star, shared an emotional update with her fans on Saturday via Instagram stories about her two-year-old son Ever's health, following his hospitalization earlier in the week due to a "scary health issue." The heartfelt update came from her dressing room backstage, as she prepared to return to her leading role as Fanny Brice in Broadway's Funny Girl.Michele had taken time off from her performances to focus on her family during this difficult time, but confirmed on Friday that she would return to the stage over the weekend. WATCH: Lea Michele sings Don't Rain on my Parade in GleeDressed in her costume, the talented singer shared a video with her followers, expressing, "Hi everyone. I'm saying a quick hello from my dressing room here.

Lea Michele says ill son ‘not out of the woods’ as she returns to ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway - nypost.com
nypost.com
26.03.2023

Lea Michele says ill son ‘not out of the woods’ as she returns to ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway

was taken to the hospital due to a “scary health issue.”In a video posted to her Instagram story on Saturday, the 36-year-old announced that she’s back starring as Fanny Brice in “Funny Girl” on Broadway, and shared an update on her son. “It’s been a really long week, and we’re still not out of the woods completely with our son,” she said in the video.

Glee star Lea Michele rushes son, two, to hospital with 'scary health issue' - www.ok.co.uk
ok.co.uk
23.03.2023

Glee star Lea Michele rushes son, two, to hospital with 'scary health issue'

Lea Michele had a terrifying experience on Wednesday as she was forced to rush her two year old son Ever to the hospital.The former Glee star, 36, took to Instagram to ask for "love and strength" revealing that Ever had been taken to hospital over a "scary health issue". Posting on her Instagram Story, Lea explained that she wouldn't be appearing in Wednesday night's performance of Funny Girl, as she wrote: "I’m so sorry but unfortunately I will be out of @FunnyGirlBwy today.

Chris Pine addresses Harry Styles spit gate - 5 times celebs cleared up ridiculous rumours - www.ok.co.uk - New York - county Crosby - county Lea
ok.co.uk
05.03.2023

Chris Pine addresses Harry Styles spit gate - 5 times celebs cleared up ridiculous rumours

It’s official: Harry Styles did not spit on Chris Pine during that Don’t Worry Darling press screening. At the time, Chris’ representative released a statement dismissing ‘spitgate’ as a “complete fabrication and a result of an odd online illusion that is clearly deceiving and allows for foolish speculation”. And now, months later, it’s finally been cleared up by Pine himself, who told Esquire very clearly: “Harry didn’t spit on me” - although he did admit it really looked like it went down that way.

‘Funny Girl’ is closing on Broadway. We found tickets under $70. - nypost.com - New York
nypost.com
03.03.2023

‘Funny Girl’ is closing on Broadway. We found tickets under $70.

“Funny Girl” starring Lea Michele — in the Fanny Brice role made famous by Barbara Streisand — is closing on Sept.

‘Funny Girl’ is closing on Broadway — Lea Michele isn’t leaving - nypost.com
nypost.com
03.03.2023

‘Funny Girl’ is closing on Broadway — Lea Michele isn’t leaving

won’t rain on Lea Michele’s parade.Broadway’s “Funny Girl” announced Thursday that the musical will take its final bow later this year — despite seeing a massive boom in ticket sales following the casting of the “Glee” alum.The show revealed the news on Instagram. “Hey, gorgeous! We’re having so much fun with you on Broadway, we’re sticking around until September 3rd,” reads the post.Michele, 36, will continue to star as Fanny Brice — a role made famous by Barbra Streisand in the original 1964 production — through the end of its tenure at the August Wilson Theatre.

Chris Colfer Has Shady Response to Seeing 'Glee' Co-Star Lea Michele in 'Funny Girl' - www.etonline.com - Britain
etonline.com
12.10.2022

Chris Colfer Has Shady Response to Seeing 'Glee' Co-Star Lea Michele in 'Funny Girl'

Chris Colfer has zero plans to see his co-star, Lea Michele, star in her Broadway show, . And if anyone plans on inviting him need not bother. His days are packed.The 32-year-old actor, known for his portrayal of Kurt Hummel on the Fox hit show, threw a bit of shade during his Tuesday appearance on SiriusXM's .

Lea Michele Reunites With 'Glee' Co-Star Darren Criss Backstage at 'Funny Girl' - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
06.10.2022

Lea Michele Reunites With 'Glee' Co-Star Darren Criss Backstage at 'Funny Girl'

Darren Criss watched her former co-star, Lea Michele, perform “Don’t Rain On My Parade’ … again.  On Wednesday, the actress, who currently plays Fanny Brice in the Broadway production of, shared a picture of her, Criss and his wife, Mia, backstage after the show and joked about the amount of times her former co-star has seen her perform the song.

‘Funny Girl’ crowd gasps at Lea Michele line on reading books - nypost.com - New York - county Early
nypost.com
07.09.2022

‘Funny Girl’ crowd gasps at Lea Michele line on reading books

made her Broadway “Funny Girl” debut on Tuesday, had audiences roaring with laughter over one particular line.Early in the show, Michele’s character Fanny Brice delivered the line, “I hadn’t read many books.” Fans burst out into hysterics due to the persistent rumor that the former “Glee” star cannot read or write, which Michele recently shot down.The 36-year-old actress was first subjected to illiteracy rumors in 2017 when her late costar Naya Rivera’s memoir revealed that Michele refused to improvise her lines on set.Michele responded to the allegations recently, saying that the comment is sexist and that if she were a man, no one would question it. “There’s a rumor online that I can’t read or write? It’s sad.

Lea Michele on ‘Funny Girl’ debut: Like ‘being shot out of a cannon’ - nypost.com
nypost.com
06.09.2022

Lea Michele on ‘Funny Girl’ debut: Like ‘being shot out of a cannon’

making her debut in the musical “Funny Girl” Tuesday, and she’s already wearing her Fanny Brice best.“This is such a dream come true for me,” Michele told Entertainment Weekly on Monday, revealing first-look photos of herself in costume.“And I cannot wait to take the stage on Tuesday as Fanny Brice on Broadway.”Michele, 36, first announced in July 2022 that she was taking over the role after Beanie Feldstein shocked fans by announcing her departure from the show — after receiving lukewarm reviews from critics and missing several performances. The production is a revival of the 1964 show which starred Barbra Streisand and tells the real-life story of Brice, who rose to stardom as a member of Florenz Ziegfeld’s “Follies.”The “Glee” alum has long coveted the role of Fanny ever since her days on the hit musical TV show.

Lea Michele on ‘Funny Girl’ controversy: ‘I leave no room for mistakes’ - nypost.com - New York - New York
nypost.com
01.09.2022

Lea Michele on ‘Funny Girl’ controversy: ‘I leave no room for mistakes’

takes over the role of Fanny Brice in “Funny Girl” Sept. 6 — infamously replacing former leading lady Beanie Feldstein, who left the production amid a swirl of rumors earlier this summer.Michele addressed the online hate over her casting — as well as past claims she bullied her castmates in a profile published on Thursday.“I feel more ready than I ever have before, both personally and professionally,” the “Spring Awakening” star told the New York Times about coming back to her theater roots.She’s keen for a fresh start two years after her former “Glee” co-stars Samantha Marie Ware and Heather Morris alleged she bullied them both, with Ware accusing her of racist, “traumatic microaggressions.”When the bombshell claims were first dropped in 2020, Michele apologized for her actions, saying in a statement at the time that she “clearly acted in ways which hurt other people.”Now, the “Scream Queens” actress is admitting she had an “intense time of reflection” about her notorious behavior, noting she felt like she was in “semi-robotic state” in an effort to stay perfect.“I have an edge to me.

‘Glee’ star Lindsay Pearce was scared of Lea Michele: ‘Don’t talk to her’ - nypost.com - Hollywood
nypost.com
29.08.2022

‘Glee’ star Lindsay Pearce was scared of Lea Michele: ‘Don’t talk to her’

with Insider. “Because she’s the star of the show.”However, Pearce remembered having positive interactions with both “Glee” creator Ryan Murphy, 56, and another co-star, Chris Colfer, 32, who played Kurt Hummel.Murphy said he liked Pearce’s character’s red beret, she remembered, while Colfer told her he was “really excited” they got to film together.

Lea Michele Honors Cory Monteith On Stage Singing 'Make You Feel My Love' From 'Glee' Tribute Episode - www.etonline.com - Washington
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27.07.2022

Lea Michele Honors Cory Monteith On Stage Singing 'Make You Feel My Love' From 'Glee' Tribute Episode

Lea Michele paid tribute to Cory Monteith while kicking off her new tour.The alum honored the memory of her former co-star and boyfriend — who died July 13, 2013 — while performing the first show on her An Evening With Lea Michele: Life in Music tour in Washington, DC, on July 20.Michele, 35, delivered a performance of Bob Dylan's «Make You Feel My Love,» which her character on, Rachel Berry, sang during the show's special tribute episode to Monteith and his character, Finn Hudson.Before singing the meaningful tune, she opened up about its significance and revealed that creator Ryan Murphy had asked her to decide which song Rachel would sing in Finn's honor — so she chose one that she and Monteith had actually listened to together while dating.«I don't even remember what I was listening to at the time. Like, nothing.

Lea Michele might finally be ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway after Beanie Feldstein bails - nypost.com
nypost.com
18.06.2022

Lea Michele might finally be ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway after Beanie Feldstein bails

leaves the role in September, according to Showbiz 411. A representative for Michele declined to comment when contacted by The Post, which has also reached out to show publicists.Michele has publicly manifested her desire to play the Barbra Streisand-original character for years.

'Glee's Jenna Ushkowitz Gives Birth, Welcomes First Child With Husband David Stanley - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
04.06.2022

'Glee's Jenna Ushkowitz Gives Birth, Welcomes First Child With Husband David Stanley

Jenna Ushkowitz is officially a mom! The star and her husband, David Stanley, welcomed their baby girl on Friday.Ushkowitz took to her Instagram and shared a photo of her on a hospital bed while wearing her gown and a necklace that simply reads, «Mama.» You can't see a full view of the baby but there's a glimpse of her tiny hand. Ushkowitz's face is also partially covered.In her caption, the 36-year-old actress kept things simple with, «Our hearts have burst wide open ❤️.» Some of her famous friends dropped congratulatory sentiments in the comments section.

‘Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known’ Debuts On HBO - www.metroweekly.com - USA
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02.05.2022

‘Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known’ Debuts On HBO

Spring Awakening came together for a one-night-only concert doubling as a pandemic-era benefit for The Actors Fund.Promoted as an “emotional, star-studded tribute to the groundbreaking musical,” footage recorded at the reunion factors into a new documentary from the same producers behind David Byrne’s American Utopia and that will also air on HBO and then stream on HBO Max starting next week.Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known relates the show’s underdog origins and path to Tony glory, universal themes of teenage repression and angst, and what a press release calls “the unconventional love story of breakout stars Jonathan Groff and Lea Michele.”Back in 2006, years before Glee, Groff and Michele played leading roles in the large but mostly unknown, mostly teenage cast, all coming together and betting on this new edgy and provocatively themed rock musical set in the 1890s.Other featured participants include John Gallagher Jr., Lauren Pritchard, Lilli Cooper, Skylar Astin, Gerard Canonico, Jennifer Damiano, Christine Estabrook, Gideon Glick, Robert Hager, Brain C. Johnson, Krysta Rodriguez, Stephen Spinella, Phoebe Strole, Jonathan B.

Elle Fanning and Colton Ryan on That 'Glee' Moment in 'Girl From Plainville' Episode 4 (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com - state Massachusets
etonline.com
05.04.2022

Elle Fanning and Colton Ryan on That 'Glee' Moment in 'Girl From Plainville' Episode 4 (Exclusive)

Michelle Carter’s story, which is being depicted in the Hulu series starring Elle Fanning, there’s no denying the influence and its star Lea Michele had on the teenager who was ultimately convicted of involuntary manslaughter for the 2014 death of boyfriend Conrad Roy (Colton Ryan). After a brief moment, in which Carter recites a popular monologue in the premiere, episode four (“Can’t Fight This Feeling”) takes Carter’s fascination even further with a dream sequence involving Fanning and Colton performing a cover of REO Speedwagon. While speaking with ET, Fanning and Colton as well as creators Liz Hannah and Patrick Macmanus break down that unexpected musical moment and why bringing Carter’s pop culture obsession to life on screen was so important to the series. About halfway through the episode, after the Assistant District Attorney in Massachusetts opened an investigation into Carter’s involvement in Roy’s death and she’s no longer allowed to use the internet or communicate with anyone involved in the case, a lonely Carter goes for a walk outside.

Glee star Darren Criss heartbroken as brother Charles dies aged 36 from suicide - www.ok.co.uk - county Anderson
ok.co.uk
03.03.2022

Glee star Darren Criss heartbroken as brother Charles dies aged 36 from suicide

Glee star Darren Criss has revealed that his brother Charles has passed away aged 36 from suicide.Taking to his Instagram account on Wednesday morning, the heartbroken actor, 35, shared a series of snaps of his late brother and penned an emotional tribute to him. "It breaks my heart beyond measure to say that my beloved brother Charles has left us," Darren, who played Blaine Anderson in the Fox musical series, began.

‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera’s family settles wrongful death lawsuit - www.nme.com - California - city Santana - county Ventura
nme.com
02.03.2022

‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera’s family settles wrongful death lawsuit

Glee actor died aged 33 while boating on Lake Piru, California, with her four-year-old son. Her body was found five days later, with her death ruled an accident.In November 2020, Ryan Dorsey filed a lawsuit for wrongful death and emotional distress against the county on behalf of their son, Josey, which claimed United Water Conservation District and Parks and Recreation Management failed to warn visitors of the danger of boating in the lake.An attorney for Rivera’s estate and her son has since confirmed the parties involved have reached a settlement, which is subject to approval on March 16.In a statement provided to NME, Amjad M.

Amber Riley Reveals What's on the 'Glee' Group Text and Her Biggest Pet Peeve (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
01.02.2022

Amber Riley Reveals What's on the 'Glee' Group Text and Her Biggest Pet Peeve (Exclusive)

Amber Riley appeared as her character, Mercedes Jones, on, but the memorable role still follows her around. ET's Lauren Zima spoke with Riley, 35, about her new thriller project for Lifetime,, and about shedding her character in the process. «I've always loved that character, and I love what it means to people. That's never been the issue,» Riley explains to ET. «I'm just a human.

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