Regardless of opinions on the president, at least he’s not known for eating cats.
Actress Anne Schedeen, who gained fame as Kate Tanner on the 1980s sitcom “Alf,” passed away this week at 77. For many Gen X fans, her death likely invoked a wave of nostalgia, but the circumstances surrounding it felt oddly contemporary.
Various news outlets shared the unfortunate news, featuring heartfelt tributes from her family. They fondly remembered her roles as mother, wife, aunt, and sister, highlighting her resourcefulness, creativity, and her passionate opposition to the current president.
Her legacy is marked by vibrant creativity, wit, love for family, fondness for small dogs, a pronounced dislike for Trump, a knack for thrifting, and a genuine love for storytelling.
Huh…wait, what?
We’ve become accustomed to celebrities like Robert De Niro taking jabs at Trump, but why would Schedeen’s family choose to emphasize that aspect to the press? Would you feel comfortable sharing your loved one’s political stance in an obituary?
It’s a bit unsettling when the adoptive parents of “Alf” seem to be critics of Trump.
Stupid Millie
For all we know, “Supergirl” star Millie Alcock might have the potential to become a standout actress like Meryl Streep. But as it stands, she seems intent on following in the footsteps of Rachel Zegler.
Zegler is notorious for undermining her own “Snow White” reboot through a series of bizarre and off-putting interviews. While not entirely at fault for the film’s lackluster box office results, her approach certainly didn’t draw in audiences.
Her experience serves as a prime example of how not to promote a movie. Now it seems Alcock is following a similar path.
She recently voiced her frustrations about male viewers critiquing her involvement in the “Game of Thrones” prequel, “House of the Dragon.” This sentiment was further emphasized when she pointed fingers at Christians.
And now? She discusses gender-fluid Supergirl.
“I’ve portrayed characters with queer potential, and I cherish my queer friends. So, it’s honestly an honor,” she said.
It feels like Alcock is trying to make an impact—at least in some way.
“[Supergirl] breaks the mold of what we perceive women to be. That’s what renders this role so unique and exciting.”
But, apparently, one of Supergirl’s abilities includes time travel, taking us back to 2020, the peak of her awakening…
Card Sharp
Whoopi Goldberg is certainly talented when it comes to invoking race as a topic. Yet, when Vice President J.D. Vance took office, she appeared to falter.
Later, when there was no one like Vance around, she swiftly returned to her… black-and-white views.
Goldberg referenced a White House meeting with the championship New York Knicks during one of her rants. This led to comments that echoed her past persona from “Sister Act.”
“I want all black men to remind each other that when you attempt to obliterate a fragment of history, you erase our entire history.”
Goldberg’s tone tends to change dramatically when she’s not in mixed company…
“Power” Boost
“No, baby, no!”
The world’s most charming spy, though perhaps not with the best dental work, is making a comeback in theaters. Mike Myers, who brought us “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery,” is hinting at a fourth installment.
This character was a massive hit in 1997 and returned for two sequels. Myers has been relatively quiet over the past decade, taking on a minor role in “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
Now, he claims a fourth Austin Powers film is in the works.
Delayed sequels have a mixed record. Movies like “Zoolander 2” flopped considerably. “Anchorman 2” was met with some audience approval, yet it failed to capture the charm of the original. Meanwhile, “Happy Gilmore 2” was pure nostalgia but didn’t quite hit the mark, and “Blues Brothers 2000” deserves no further commentary.
At 63, Mr. Myers still appears youthful, but some classics should perhaps remain in the past. Still, if Austin can eliminate the fading “Awakening Virus,” it just might be time for the character whose middle name is still “Danger.”
Tanned Man
It’s been about a month since he passed, and he continues to be, well… unendurable.
Stephen Colbert recently appeared at the opening of President Barack Obama’s “Death Star,” or Presidential Center, sporting a tan suit. Remember the media frenzy over Obama’s tan suit, which was deemed his only significant scandal?
That might be the case if you ignore the Russian collusion narrative, the “if you like your health plan, you can keep it” misrepresentation from Obamacare, and the IRS’s targeting of conservatives and Tea Party organizations seeking tax-exempt status.
These issues have provided a wealth of material for political satirists, which might explain why Colbert has never ventured near any of those topics.
Never change, Colbert. Just, don’t change.
