By Bill Vaughan
Entertainment Writer
Kerry Washington, who broke barriers as the first Black woman since 1974 to headline a network TV drama with “Scandal,” is getting honored with the 2,796th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Dec. 2, at 11:30 a.m. at 6258 Hollywood Blvd. in front of the W Hollywood Hotel.
The Emmy-winning producer (“Live in Front of a Studio Audience”), Golden Globe-nominated actor (“Little Fires Everywhere”), New York Times bestselling author (“Thicker than Water”), director (“Insecure,” “Reasonable Doubt”), and activist will receive her star in the category of television.
Joining emcee Steve Nissen will be Tyler Perry, who directed Washington in the upcoming Netflix World War II drama “The Six Triple Eight,” and “Scandal” creator Shonda Rhimes.
Most recently, she can be seen starring opposite Delroy Lindo in the second season of Hulu’s “UnPrisoned.” Washington also serves as an executive producer on the critically acclaimed Sundance Film Festival award-winning documentary “Daughters” now on Netflix.
The event will be streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com.
RESPECTS: As a tribute to what would have been the 58th birthday of the late Michael K. Williams, an animated short featuring his last performance called “The Brown Dog” is now available for everyone to stream courtesy of its executive producers WeTransfer, Idris Elba, Chiwetel Ejiofor and his “Boardwalk Empire” co-star Steve Buscemi.
“Michael had such a unique gift,” said Elba who was featured with Williams on “The Wire.” “He brought soul, depth and honesty to every role he played, and it’s an honor to continue his legacy through this film. I’m proud to help bring this beautiful, poignant story to life and ensure that Michael’s voice is heard, even after he’s gone.”
Adds Ejiofor, who worked with the actor on “12 Years a Slave”: “Michael K. Williams understood that bringing truth to a character was real work. That’s how talented of an actor he was. It is this same depth of his spirit that you experience onscreen in ‘The Brown Dog.’ I’m glad to be a part of a team that is continuing his legacy.”
Check it out at the WeTransfer channel on YouTube.
TICKET WATCH: Stevie Wonder’s 25th annual House Full of Toys concert is set for Dec. 14 at Crypto.com Arena. You know the drill. Ticket buyers at AXS.com are urged to bring an unwrapped toy or gift of joy.
TASTY QUIP: “Man wtf I do?! I just be chillin & dey still kome 4 my head. Let’s not take kindness for weakness. Let this giant sleep. I beg u all. No one really wants destruction, not even me but I shall destroy if disturbed. On me. Love.” – LIL WAYNE in response to being name dropped over losing out on the Super Bowl halftime show to Kendrick Lamar on the latter’s sensational new album “GNX”
CLIPPETTES: In addition to Lamar, new music has been released by a diverse slate of artists including Al Green (“Everybody Hurts”), André 3000 (“Moving Day”), Jon Batiste (“Beethoven Blues”), FaithNYC featuring Felice Rosser (“Love is a Wish Away”), Joan Armatrading (“How Did This Happen And What Does It Now Mean”) and Marion Meadows (“Just Doing Me”) …
And don’t forget this year’s Record Store Day Black Friday is dropping exclusive reissues by Curtis Mayfield, Sam Cooke, Cypress Hill, Joe Bataan, Big Freedia, Gil Scott-Heron & Brian Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Max Roach, WAR and many more …
Kings of the West with E-40, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Too $hort, Warren G, Xzhibit, Tha Dogg Pound, Mack 10, DJ Quik, Suga Free and many more comes to the Peacock Theater on Nov. 30 …
Latto visits YouTube Theater with her “Sugar Honey Iced Tea Tour” (featuring Mariah The Scientist) on Dec. 1 (two days before her more intimate sit down at the Grammy Museum). Also on Dec. 1, Leslie Odom Jr.’s Deck the Hall Holiday Concert is being held at Walt Disney Concert Hall and Avery Brooks hosts Dang: A Stand-Up Comedy Show at The Stowaway …
KRS-One aka “The Teacher” leads a master class lecture on Dec. 2 at The Venice West in advance of his concert there the following evening. In addition, Cher is at the Saban Theatre, Dawn Richard & Spencer Zahn at Zebulon Café, and DeRay Davis at the Hollywood Improv …
YouTube Theater presents A John Legend Christmas on Dec. 3 as Thee Sacred Souls begin two nights at The Wiltern …
Danielle Deadwyler of “The Piano Lesson” stops by the Hammer Museum on Dec. 4 for a post-screening conversation as José Feliciano plays City National Grove of Anaheim, Sweet Baby J’ai salutes Women In Jazz at The Ebell Club, and TV On The Radio kicks off a two-night stand at El Rey Theatre.
TC ON TV: Nov. 29 – “The Agency” (Paramount+): Richard Gere, Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright and Jodie Turner-Smith topline this espionage political series. “The Later Daters” (Netflix): Michelle Obama is an executive producer of this reality series documenting six senior singles navigating new rules of romance. “Love Never Lies: South Africa” (Netflix): Presenting the nation’s first dating show of its kind. “Today” (NBC): Living Legends: The 70 Club with Oprah Winfrey “Great Performances” (PBS): “Henry Mancini 100 at the Hollywood Bowl” celebrates the four-time Oscar and 20-time Grammy-winning composer with performances by Cynthia Erivo, Dave Koz, Michael Bublé and Mancini’s daughter Monica Mancini interspersed with clips and footage from the recording sessions for a new all-star album featuring Herbie Hancock, Quincy Jones, Lizzo, Stevie Wonder, Pat Metheny, Take 6, Snarky Puppy and more. “Music Box” (HBO/MAX): “Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary” chronicles the emergence and popularity of the West Coast, soft rock pop culture epitomized by musical artists such as Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, Steely Dan and Toto. With additional insights from Prince Paul (De La Soul), Thundercat and Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson of The Roots.
Nov. 30 – “We Three Kings” (Lifetime): BeBe Winans is an executive producer and star of this movie about a retired musician turned record store owner and his daughters. With Deborah Joy Winans and Romeo Miller. “Byron Allen Presents the Comedy and Music Superfest” (Comedy.TV/THEGrio): Kenan Thompson, Cedric The Entertainer, Tiffany Haddish and Gabriel Iglesias. “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story” (Hallmark): Kansas City Head Coach Andy Reid; players Trey Smith, Mecole Hardman Jr., Clyde Edwards-Helaire make appearances in this film fusing football with a little Christmas magic.
Dec. 1 – “Make or Break Christmas” (Lifetime): Vivica A. Fox and Jackée Harry team again for this confection about a lifestyle mogul trying to move in on a bakery owner’s shop. “The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular” (ABC/Hulu/Disney+): Alfonso Ribeiro, John Legend, Elton John and Pentatonix plus world premieres of original new music from “Moana 2” and “Mufasa: The Lion King.”
Dec. 2 – “The Neighborhood” (CBS): Glynn Turman guest stars as the father of Tichina Arnold’s Tina. “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” (ABC): Chance The Rapper, Dionne Warwick, Lil Jon “TMZ’s Merry Elfin’ Christmas” (Fox): Nick Cannon, Flavor Flav, Daymond John, Jay Leno and more take over the newsroom to look at the best of 2024.
Dec. 3 – “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” (Disney+): A fresh look at the franchise’s universe through the eyes of four kids who run into a mysterious character portrayed by Jude Law. “Whitney Houston – The Concert for a New South Africa” (PBS SoCal): The historic 1994 show from Durban after the election of President Nelson Mandela has been digitally remastered with newly enhanced audio. “Accused” (Fox): Mike Colter (“Luke Cage”), Sonequa Martin-Green (“Star Trek Discovery”), Jamie Chung and Ken Jeong star in the season finale. “Black Comedy in America” (Vice): “The Fresh Prince”
Dec. 4 – “92nd Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center” (NBC): Kelly Clarkson returns to host with performances by Jennifer Hudson, Coco Jones, Backstreet Boys, RAYE and more. “Celebrity Family Feud” (ABC): Shaq vs. Sherri Shephard “Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular” (NBC): LL Cool J, J.B. Smoove, Dolly Parton, the Jonas Brothers, Justin Timberlake, The Roots, Ariana Grande and Megan Thee Stallion
Dec. 5 – “Brewster’s Millions: Christmas” (BET+): Richard Pryor Jr. and Rain Pryor have roles in this spinoff of their father’s classic film remodeled with a holiday spin and cast including Telma Hopkins, Romeo Miller, Tequan Richmond, and China Anne McClain. “Creature Commandos” (MAX): Viola Davis reprises her role as Amanda Waller for this animated send-up assembling monsters to fight the world’s greater threats. “Jokes On Us: New Voices in Comedy” (TUBI): Issa Rae is involved in the development of the streamer’s first original comedy special. “Snoop’s Fatherhood: Cori and Wayne’s Story (E!): Snoop Dogg has partnered with the network for this three-part docuseries which features his youngest daughter Cori Broadus and her fiancé, Wayne Duece.
END QUOTE: “I always believed that when you follow your heart or your gut, when you really follow the things that feel great to you, you can never lose, because settling is the worst feeling in the world.” – RIHANNA
As featured in the Los Angeles Wave and Independent, Tasty Clips is one of the leading entertainment columns in the nation, serving nearly one million weekly readers. Bill Vaughan may be reached attastyclips@yahoo.com, via Twitter @tastyclips, or Instagram @tasty_clips.
