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Why Wicked’s Marissa Bode Wants Her Casting to Set A New Precedent

Marissa Bode hopes her role in Wicked will defy more than gravity going forward. The 24-year-old—who plays Nessarose, the younger sister to Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba, in the film adaptation of the Broadway show—is honored to make history as the first wheelchair user to play the Shiz University student. But she’s determined to not be the last. “I think it should set a precedent to casting in the future for not just me but my fellow...

How SNL Reacted to Donald Trump’s Win Over Kamala Harris

No one sang “Hallelujah” on Saturday Night Live after the 2024 election. On the Nov. 9 episode’s cold open sketch, the cast members paid satirical tribute to the winner, Republican leader Donald Trump, who beat the Democratic candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, to secure a second term as President. “To many people, including many people watching this show right now,” Ego Nwodim began, “the results were shocking and even horrifying.” She noted that Trump was...

The Best Hotels Near Walt Disney World for a Fairy-Tale Vacation

E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. You’ve booked your ticket to the most magical place on earth! Now comes the exciting part: planning your stay at Walt Disney World. Choosing where to stay can be a bit tricky with over 25 resorts right on Disney property and tons of nearby hotels, but fear not—there’s a perfect spot for every budget and style. As someone who’s been a Disney...

best life-saving essential travel accessories to pack

E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. As someone who has traveled to 5 continents, driven cross country multiple times, and has had to daily pack for 2 small children, I know that any kind of trip can be stressful. However, if you have the right travel essentials, small inconveniences can start to disappear. To help you start packing for your next big trip, I’ve rounded up the best...

Wicked Star Ethan Slater Shares Similarities He Has With Boq

Meanwhile, Ariana—who first went public with Ethan in July 2023—echoed Bowen, crediting her boyfriend’s ability to put up with the scrutiny the couple faced early on in their relationship.  As she told Vanity Fair in September, “No one on this earth tries harder or spreads themselves thinner to be there for the people that he loves and cares about.” And the “7 Rings” singer thinks that knowing Ethan has changed her for the good, adding,...

Feel Like a Dutton With These Yellowstone Gift Guide Picks

E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. The stakes are always high during an episode of Yellowstone. The Dutton family members (and their many enemies) have really been going through it and there are no signs of the drama letting up any time soon. The best way to enjoy Yellowstone is by watching the show, of course, but that’s not all you can do. Bring the ranch life to you...

Lala Kent Swears by This Virgo-Approved Accessory for Fall

We Included these products from Lala Kent because we think you’ll like her picks. Lala is a paid spokesperson for the Amazon Influencer Program. E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Some brands featured in this article are partners of Amazon’s Creator Connections program, which means E! may make an increased commission on your purchase if you buy something through our links. Learn more. Lala Kent is bringing practical Virgo vibes...

We Can Tell You How to Get to Sesame Street—and More Secrets

Guess what? We can finally tell you how to get, how to get to Sesame Street. After 55 years on air, the iconic children’s series—that made its debut on Nov. 10, 1969—is still one of the most beloved TV shows, by children and adults.  After debuting on national public television provider PBS, Sesame Street made household names out of Jim Henson‘s beloved Muppets such as Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie, Mr. Snuffleupagus and...

Cynthia Erivo Proves She Can Defy Gravity at the Wicked Premiere

And the Tony winner didn’t want to know anything about what was going on with the audition process for her own sanity. “I kept telling my team, ‘Do not give me any information. I don’t want to know,'” she continued. “‘I don’t want to know who’s gone in. I don’t want to know what people are being asked to do. I don’t want to know anything about it.'” But according to the film’s director Jon M. Chu, once Cynthia...