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Film and TV

    Reggie Wells, a Baltimore native who was Oprah’s makeup artist for 30 years, has died
    Reggie Wells, a Baltimore native who was Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist for 30 years, died Monday. He was 76.
    Reggie Wells, a celebrity makeup artist from Baltimore, was Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist for three decades.
    ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 will have a strong Maryland connection
    The next season of "The White Lotus" may take place in Thailand, but stars Natasha Rothwell and Parker Posey will be bring a bit of Maryland to the hit HBO show.
    Natasha Rothwell, left, and Parker Posey are two of the new cast members in Season 3 of "The White Lotus."
    Dave Chappelle is the latest comedian to rib Baltimore, but his jokes are actually funny
    Famed comedian Dave Chappelle joked about Baltimore in his latest Netflix special, “The Dreamer.”
    Dave Chappelle performs during a midnight pop-up show at Radio City Music Hall on Oct. 16, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Jason Mendez/Getty Images for ABA)
    A Baltimorean says he’s the real ‘Bird’ on ‘The Wire.’ David Simon calls it a flight of fancy.
    In fact, “The Wire” contained a minor character named Bird, who appeared in three episodes of the show’s first two seasons. The character, Marquis “Bird” Hilton, was part of a drug crew and also convicted of murder charges. A juicy coincidence.
    Wendell Pierce and Dominic West in the HBO series The Wire.
    The hunt for Jack Ryan’s owner: Heirs to end fight for Tom Clancy’s golden goose
    Attorneys’ letters signal a truce to the six-year battle in federal court in Baltimore over franchise rights
    An illustration of Harrison Ford, Alec Baldwin, Ben Affleck, Chris Pine and John Krasinski, all actors who have played the character Jack Ryan.
    ‘A Christmas Carol’ is a classic. What are the best movie versions?
    Baltimore Banner columnists Leslie Streeter and Rick Hutzell watched eight “A Christmas Carol” contenders and offered their thoughts on the annual holiday film debate.
    What's the best movie version of "A Christmas Carol?" Depends on what you mean by best.
    Maryland connection is strong in new movie musical version of ‘The Color Purple’
    Several people who play pivotal roles in the movie have Maryland connections, from producer Oprah Winfrey to actress Phylicia Pearl Mpasi and members of the crew.
    Phylicia Pearl Mpasi stars as young Celie and Halle Bailey plays young Nettie in Warner Bros. Pictures’ bold new take on a classic, “The Color Purple," set for a Dec. 25, 2023 release.
    Commentary: Andre Braugher’s nobility matched his acting accomplishments
    Andre Braugher will be remembered for his extraordinary acting accomplishments and for making a difference in Baltimore and other communities where he worked and lived, journalist and broadcaster Marc Steiner says.
    Andre Braugher will be remembered for his extraordinary acting accomplishments and for making a difference in communities where he worked and lived, journalist and broadcaster Marc Steiner says.
    Commentary: Andre Braugher made himself part of Baltimore
    The actor, who lived in Baltimore as “Homicide: Life on the Streets” was filmed in the city, made an impact that went beyond his memorable portrayal of Baltimore Police Detective Frank Pembleton.
    Andre Braugher as detective Frank Pembleton in “Homicide: Life on the Street.”
    Andre Braugher could never be boxed in
    Andre Braugher played Det. Pembleton, a brilliant, bristling investigator on the Baltimore-based "Homicide: Life on the Street," but the soulful, funny man behind him transcended every role.
    Andre Braugher in "Homicide: Life on the Street."
    Five good reasons to make fun of Baltimore that don’t include crab or crack
    Comedians like Matt Rife, Theo Von and Chris Rock have talked smack about Baltimore, but they’re missing the most obvious jokes about us.
    Comedian Matt Rife, seen here in January, dropped a comedy special on Netflix last month that opened by making fun of Baltimore.
    The fictional Maryland town that only exists on the Cartoon Network
    Maryland gets animated on “Craig of the Creek” and “Jessica’s Big Little World,” two Cartoon Network series that take place in the fictional town of Herkleton.
    A still of Jessica and Craig from Cartoon Network’s “Craig of the Creek” spinoff, “Jessica’s Big Little World.”
    We’re taking over, one TV at a time: You can’t escape Marylanders on reality shows
    "MasterChef Junior." "Squid Game: The Challenge." "Hell's Kitchen." No matter where you turn lately, Maryland citizens are on your television.
    Bishme Cromartie of "Project Runway" is one of the many Marylanders who has appeared on reality television — and done quite well — in the last few months.
    7 things to do in Annapolis in the next 7 days
    Here are 7 Things to do in Annapolis for the week starting Dec. 7, 2023.
    Downtown Annapolis dresses up for the holidays, with Midnight Madness on Thursday a key event in he schedule.
    Norman Lear’s first flop was a show about Baltimore. He thought it was ‘terrific.’
    Audiences hated Norman Lear’s show about a Baltimore hotel. To the television legend, the racy 1975 series “Hot l Baltimore” was “terrific.”
    Television producer Norman Lear is shown in his office in Los Angeles on March 29, 1979.
    ‘Something the Lord Made’: A Baltimore-based film from 2004 finds new fame
    Clips from the HBO movie “Something the Lord Made” posted on TikTok and YouTube have surged in popularity this year as people discover (and rediscover) the true story of Vivien Thomas.
    Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def), left, and Alan Rickman in “Something the Lord Made.”
    Dan Deacon on his warehouse show days, scoring films and ‘that song’ in ‘Priscilla’
    Avant-garde composer Dan Deacon discusses his time in Baltimore, his work as a composer and what it was like to hear 'The Crystal Cat' in Sofia Coppola’s 'Priscilla.'
    Dan Deacon performs in California during a 2014 tour.
    7 things to do in Annapolis in the next 7 days
    Is there anything not holiday-themed to do this week? Who cares! You could watch the immortal tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge, shop holiday markets and eat a lot of chocolate during the week through Dec. 6.
    Twenty Maryland Avenue small businesses will open Friday night for a holiday open house.
    7 things to do in Annapolis in the next 7 days
    The holiday season is upon Annapolis. You could catch a production of the musical “White Christmas,” shop at the first of several holiday markets or enjoy the century-old tradition of the Annapolis tree lighting. Those are some of the best things to do starting the day after Thanksgiving through Nov. 29.
    The Classic Theater of Maryland premieres one of its holiday productions Friday, a stage adaptation of the movie musical "White Christmas."
    Napoleon rejected his American family, but Baltimore’s own Bonaparte didn’t back down
    The biopic “Napoleon,” directed by Ridley Scott and starring Joaquin Phoenix, has renewed interest in Baltimore’s own Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte and her tussle with France’s famous imperial family.
    The monument and gravestone of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte in Green Mount Cemetery in Baltimore. She was the sister-in-law of Napoleon Bonaparte.
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