Entertainment Tidbits

Eugene and Dan Levy, the father-and-son duo and former Schitt’s Creek co-stars, will host the 2024 Emmy Awards. The annual will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 15th and broadcast live on ABC.

Dakota Johnson was seen in Malibu wearing her engagement ring amid rumors of a split from Chris Martin. The sighting came after speculation of a breakup, but a spokesperson confirmed that the couple is “happily together.”

Beau DeMayo, the original showrunner of X-Men ’97, claims that Disney fired him and stripped his season 2 credits due to a fan art post for Pride Month. Marvel asserts that DeMayo was terminated for “egregious” conduct.

Perry Kurtz, the comedian known for appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Late Late Show with James Corden, died at 73 after being hit by a teen motorist in Los Angeles. The 18-year-old was arrested and charged.

Bob Weatherwax, the son of Lassie’s original trainer, Rudd Weatherwax, has passed away at 83. Bob was also involved in the family business of training Hollywood dogs from a young age and grew up alongside Lassie.

John Aprea, the actor best known for roles in The Godfather Part II, The Game, and Full House, has passed away at 83 due to natural causes. His manager confirmed that he died at his Los Angeles home surrounded by family.