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    In “Wicked,” Cynthia Erivo, left, plays outcast Elphaba opposite Ariana Grande as the popular Galinda.
    ‘Wicked’ reminds us that allyship is getting on the dang broom
    At the end of the first half of “Wicked,” Elphaba asks her friend Galinda to join her on the broom and fly away to launch a movement. But Galinda can’t. That sounds a lot like real life.
    Absolutely nothing of real-life importance happens in “Hot Frosty,” starring Dustin Milligan, left, as a snowman with abs of steel and Lacey Chabert as a kind widow who takes him in.
    ‘Hot Frosty’ and 4 other stupid TV shows I’m thankful for in an uncertain year
    The wars and racism aren't going anywhere, so I’m thankful for the inconsequential stuff I can escape with, like “Hot Frosty” and “Dancing With the Stars.”
    “Real Housewives of Potomac” cast member Wendy Osefo recently announced that she has accepted a distinguished visiting professorship at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut.
    ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star returns to classroom at Connecticut university
    “Real Housewives of Potomac" cast member Wendy Osefo recently announced that she had accepted a distinguished visiting professorship at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut.
    Maryland celebrities dish about the best gifts they have given or received
    We asked Maryland celebrities about the best gifts they have given or received.
    Rockville resident Joan Vassos found love with Chock Chapple on the first-ever season of “The Golden Bachelorette” — and taught us a few things along the way.
    5 things we learned from Joan Vassos, Maryland’s ‘Golden Bachelorette’
    The Golden Bachelorette found new, true love. Here are some lessons we learned from Rockville’s Joan Vassos.
    The fictional Bartlet administration on "The West Wing" were a bit naive, a little too slick and not diverse enough. But for Leslie Gray Streeter, they're preferable to our current reality.
    Rewatching ‘Scandal’ and ‘The West Wing’ hits a lot different post-election
    After this election, the optimism in "The West Wing," "Parks and Recreation" and "Scandal" seems naive. The craziness feels a lot more plausible.
    Grab a drink, enjoy happy hour prices and watch the voting results trickle in at these election night parties.
    From a queer cabaret to an artsy bar event, here’s where to watch election results
    Grab a drink, enjoy happy hour prices and watch the voting results trickle in at these election night parties
    Designer Christian Siriano designed a custom business wear ensemble for Vice President Kamala Harris to wear to the 2023 State of the Union Address.
    From Nicole Ari Parker to Christian Siriano, Maryland celebrities get political
    We’ve combed social media profiles, watched television appearances and read interviews in other publications to tell you how celebrities with Maryland ties will vote this election cycle.
    The complaint targets WWE founders Vince (above) and Linda McMahon, accusing them of fostering a culture of sexual abuse within the organization.
    New lawsuit alleges child sexual abuse of WWE ‘ring boys’ in Maryland
    A new lawsuit accuses the WWE and its founders of fostering a culture of sexual abuse and looking the other way while a longtime ringside announcer preyed on young men he hired as “ring boys.”
    The actors in "The Blair Witch Project," including Heather Donahue seen here in an iconic shot, used their real names in the film.
    25 years later, ‘The Blair Witch Project’ keeps audiences scared and Maryland proud
    For its 25th anniversary, a look back at "The Blair Witch Project," the Maryland-filmed movie that became one of the most successful and influential horror films of all time.
    “The Golden Bachelorette” star Joan Vassos kisses suitor Chock Chapple, a front-runner for her heart.
    Maryland’s ‘Golden Bachelorette’ on love, loss and starting over
    Rockville’s “Golden Bachelorette” Joan Vassos on her journey on the ABC show, being in control this time, and holding onto her late husband’s love even as she moves forward.
    PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 17: Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris answers questions during a moderated conversation with members of the National Association of Black Journalists hosted by WHYY September 17, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Harris returns to Philadelphia where she debated Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump, one week ago.  (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
    Kamala Harris is working around the mainstream media and it’s brilliant
    Kamala Harris' recent media strategy of talk shows and podcasts spanning from Howard Stern to "Call Her Daddy" is enraging the usual suspects and engaging the people she needs.
    NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 13: Designer Bishme Cromartie poses with models at the Bishme Cromartie presentation during New York Fashion Week at The Ritz-Carlton NoMad on February 13, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Albert Urso/Getty Images)
    Bishme Cromartie talks Blackness, politics and grief ahead of Baltimore visit
    In advance of Bishme Cromartie launching the Baltimore Museum of Industry’s new “Labor + Innovation” speaker series on Wednesday, the designer opened up about grief, politics and Blackness.
    British actress Dame Maggie Smith poses in London
    Maggie Smith, star of stage, film and ‘Downton Abbey,’ dies at 89
    British actress Dame Maggie Smith won new fans in the 21st century as the dowager Countess of Grantham in “Downton Abbey" and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films.
    Maryland’s Terran “TK” Foster, third from the left in the front row, was the second person voted off the newest season of “Survivor.”
    Maryland-based contestant voted off ‘Survivor’ in second week
    Terran “TK” Foster, one of two Maryland-based contestants on the season of “Survivor” that’s currently airing, was voted off the island by his fellow castaways during Wednesday night’s episode.
    Reed Diamond played Det. Mike Kellerman on Homicide: Life on the Street
    ‘Homicide’ actor talks ‘the greatest character I have had the opportunity’ to play
    Reed Diamond, who played Detective Mike Kellerman, talks about his love of the show ‘Homicide,’ now streaming on Peacock, and of Baltimore itself.
    Rockville’s Joan Vassos is the star of “The Golden Bachelorette.”
    Six takeaways from the ‘Golden Bachelorette’ premiere and its Maryland star
    Rockville’s Joan Vassos shines as ABC’s first “Golden Bachelorette.” Here are my thoughts from the premiere.
    There are several Baltimoreans in this season of “Love Is Blind,” the hit Netflix show basing its seventh season in Washington, D.C.
    8 ‘Love Is Blind’ DC cast members are tied to Maryland
    There are several Baltimoreans in this season of "Love Is Blind," the hit Netflix show basing its seventh season in Washington, D.C.
    Kondwani Fidel penned a series of commercials for the New Balance in partnership with the footwear and apparel chain DTLR.
    Once a favorite of white supremacists, New Balance is courting Black Baltimore
    New Balance disassociated itself from neo-Nazis, but now Kondwani Fidel has helped create a marketing campaign for the brand that celebrates Black Baltimore.
    Liza Colón-Zayas, clad in a Christian Siriano design, accepts the Emmy for her role in “The Bear.”
    Christian Siriano’s designs sizzle at 2024 Emmy Awards
    Winner Liza Colón-Zayas was one of at least five celebrities to wear designs by Annapolis native Christian Siriano at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
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