WHEN SAM AND JAY HOST A FUNDRAISER FOR THE MAYOR TO EARN A FAVOR FOR JAY’S RESTAURANT, THEY LEARN OF HIS BIZARRE CONNECTION TO ONE OF WOODSTONE’S GHOSTS, ON GHOSTS, THURSDAY, APRIL 24
Justin Kirk Guest Stars as Tad, the Mayor; Odessa Adlon Returns as Stephanie, the Ghost Who Died on Her Prom Night
“I Know What You Did Thirty-Seven Summers Ago” – When Sam and Jay host a fundraiser for the mayor to earn a favor for Jay’s restaurant, they learn of his bizarre connection to one of Woodstone’s ghosts, on the CBS Original series GHOSTS, Thursday, April 24 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Odessa Adlon returns as Stephanie, the ghost who died on her prom night. Try Paramount+ for FREE at ParamountPlus.com.
WRITTEN BY: Kira Kalush and Guy Endore-Kaiser
DIRECTED BY: Richie Keen
PRODUCTION CODE: #GHO420
UPCOMING EPISODE(S):
5/1/25: ORIGINAL
5/8/25: The Devil Went Down to Woodstone (season four finale)
*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the episode airs.
ABOUT GHOSTS:
GHOSTS is a single-camera comedy about Samantha and Jay, a cheerful freelance journalist and up-and-coming chef from the city, respectively, who threw both caution and money to the wind when they decided to convert Woodstone Mansion, which Sam inherited, into a bed & breakfast – only to find it was inhabited by the many spirits of deceased residents who now call it home. The departed souls are a close-knit, eclectic group that includes a saucy Prohibition-era lounge singer (Danielle Pinnock); a pompous 18th-century militiaman (Brandon Scott Jones); a ‘60s hippie fond of hallucinogens (Sheila Carrasco); an overly upbeat ‘80s scout troop leader (Richie Moriarty); a cod-obsessed Viking explorer from 1009 (Devon Chandler Long); a slick ‘90s finance bro (Asher Grodman); a sarcastic and witty native from the 16th-century (Román Zaragoza); and a society woman and wife of a 19th-century robber baron who is Sam’s ancestor (Rebecca Wisocky), to name a few. The opening of the B&B has been a source of intrigue, anxiety and curiosity among the spirits, but they will gladly put up with the commotion as long as they can continue to interact with a living inhabitant.
ON AIR:
Thursdays (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT)
ORIGINATION:
Montreal
FORMAT:
Comedy (Filmed in HD)
STARRING:
Rose McIver (Samantha)
Utkarsh Ambudkar (Jay)
Brandon Scott Jones (Isaac)
Richie Moriarty (Pete)
Danielle Pinnock (Alberta)
Asher Grodman (Trevor)
Román Zaragoza (Sasappis)
Sheila Carrasco (Flower)
Rebecca Wisocky (Hetty)
Devan Chandler Long (Thorfinn)
PRODUCED BY:
CBS Studios in association with Lionsgate Television and BBC Studios Los Angeles Productions
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:
Joe Port & Joe Wiseman, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby, Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond and Martha Howe-Douglas; Alison Carpenter, Debra Hayward, and Alison Owen (Monumental Television); Angie Stephenson (BBC Studios); and Trent O’Donnell (pilot only)
PARAMOUNT+ ANNOUNCES CAST FOR MILESTONE TENTH SEASON OF RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS
18 All Star Queens Return to Compete in First-Ever Tournament of All Stars with Largest Cast Ever
Hit Series Premieres Friday, May 9 with Two All-New Episodes
April 23, 2025 — Paramount+ today RuVealed the star-studded cast for the tenth season of RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS, which begins streaming exclusively on the service with two all-new episodes premiering Friday, May 9 at 12AM ET/9PM PT in the United States. In this new season, there will be 18 All Stars, the largest in the franchise’s herstory, returning to compete in the ultimate competition for the crown.
For the first time ever, RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS will introduce a brand-new format across 12 episodes: the Tournament of All Stars. The queens will be divided into three groups of six, each competing in their own bracket across three episodes. At the end of each bracket, the top three queens with the highest point totals will advance to the semi-finals where they’ll go head-to-head with the top queens from the other groups in another round of fierce competition over two episodes. The tournament will then culminate in an epic Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown grand finale episode, where the finalists will battle it out for a grand prize of $200,000 and a place in the coveted Drag Race Hall of Fame.
Additionally, new episodes of RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS: UNTUCKED – available to stream exclusively on Paramount+ on May 9 – will take viewers behind the scenes to the backstage drama as the queens anxiously await their fate each week.
The 18 queens returning to RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS are the following:
Acid Betty
Instagram: @acidbetty; X: @acidbettyrocks
Let the acid trip begin! Season eight’s unapologetic iconoclast, Acid Betty, returns to the competition to kick ass and take names. She’s a gifted visual artist whose punk rock vibes and unfiltered attitude stood out in The Werkroom and on The Mainstage, making her a hardcore contender for the crown.
Ayo sis, Aja is in the building! Part Harajuku, part hood, all attitude. This Brooklyn-bred banjee queen from season nine and ALL STARS season three is back with a fast tongue, sickening vogue moves and some unfinished business. She’s here to cement her legacy and snatch that crown.
Alyssa Hunter
Instagram/X/TikTok: @thealyssahunter
It’s officially hunting season, because the trade of season 14, Alyssa Hunter, is here! Fellow contestants better watch out; they might end up as prey for this polished pageant queen because this Puerto Rican knockout has her sights set on ALL STARS glory!
Bosco
Instagram/X: @hereisbosco
Seattle’s demon queen is back with a monster appetite for the crown! Bosco was saved from elimination by a golden chocolate bar in season 14 and clawed her way to the finale. Now this burlesque beauty is armed with cutting-edge fashion and razor-sharp wit and she’s ready to slice through the competition!
It’s time to get Cucu! The beloved queen of seasons eight and nine is back! This Puerto Rican singer, cancer survivor and activist from Texas has the heart of a champion and a zany charm that’ll tickle your funny bone. ¡Prepárate para enamorarte de nuevo!
Daya Betty
Instagram/TikTok: @dayabetty; X: @daya_betty417
The statuesque punk rock powerhouse of season 14 is back! After an early elimination, Daya Betty battled her way to the grand finale, proving she’s the ultimate comeback kid. Bold, outspoken and relentless, she’s hungry for the crown and willing to go all the way.
DeJa Skye
Instagram/X: @dejaskye; TikTok: @thedejaskye
Season 14’s pastel princess is back bringing that beautiful mug, a bright sense of humor and a personality as big as her talent. She single-handedly saved her season’s Snatch Game – yay-yuh! Now, the sky’s the limit for DeJa in this competition, okayyyy!
Denali
Instagram/TikTok: @denalifoxx; X: @denalifox
Drag’s gold medal bitch has entered the tournament! Denali is an ice-skating athlete turned lip-sync assassin, and she’s trained hard for the Olympics of Drag. Queens beware – she just might triple lutz and leave the other queens skating on thin ice!
Ginger Minj
Instagram: @gingerminj; TikTok/X: @thegingerminj
Ribbit-Ribbit. The glamour toad and southern-fried queen of sass, Ginger Minj, is back to get this competition cooking! This campy powerhouse from season seven, ALL STARS season two and season six has been wowing fans for years on tours, in Vegas, in films and television projects and she’s a cookbook author! She’s now ready for the next chapter in her story – becoming a winner, baby!
Greetings, earthlings! Irene the Alien has landed from Seattle and she’s ready to disrupt the competition. Her time on season 15 was short, but she made a lasting impact. This go around, her far-out looks and flair for the otherworldly, will show the judges she’s no one-episode wonder!
Jorgeous
Instagram/TikTok/X: @Jorgeous_1
It’s getting muggy in here! Hello-tis, it’s your girl Jorgeous! Fresh off ALL STARS season nine, this pint-sized diva from season 14 is back to gag the judges with her electrifying performances and remind the world that she was born to do drag. Spicy, stunning and ready to slay, she’s living proof that dynamite comes in small packages!
Kerri Colby
Instagram: @kerricolby; TikTok: @thekerricolby
A beautiful baddie straight from the doll factory, Kerri Colby is serving face, body and hair for the ages. Repping the legendary House of Colby, the confessional queen of season 14 has business to attend to – starting with getting her puss-perfect portrait in the Drag Race Hall of Fame.
Lydia B. Kollins
Instagram: @foreheadbrows; TikTok: @lydiabkollins
Fresh off season 17, spooky kooky Lydia B. Kollins is making a U-turn back into The Werkroom to show she’s been an All Star all along! Her irreverent drag and stamped mug took her far last season, but now this butthole is ready to go all the way – and she’s itching for the crown. No ointment for that!
The heavyweight champ of season 15 is back in the ring, ready to knock out the competition! This larger-than-life Houston diva pulls no punches when it comes to drag pageantry, and she lives to stir the pot. With Mistress, there are no safe words, no mercy and zero tolerance for drag delusion. Get ready to submit.
Hey y’all, it’s Nicole Paige Brooks from Atlanta, Georgia! Fifteen years after her season two debut, this veteran is back to show the children how it’s done. And yes, her pronouns are legend and icon!
Olivia Lux
Instagram/TikTok/X: @theolivialux
The delightful diva with a megawatt smile is back for the crown! Olivia Lux lit up season 13, and now she shines even brighter. A trained musician and proud member of the Miyake-Mugler ballroom house, she’s bringing even more star power to the main stage. And this time she’s not playing nice.
Phoenix
Instagram/TikTok: @phoenix_atl
Phoenix rises from the ashes of season three – bigger, bolder and ready to burn up her fellow queens. This boss bitch from the Atlanta drag scene has a fierce competitive streak and wants to show the judges that after all these years her charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent is still on fire!
Tina Burner
Instagram/TikTok/X: @thetinaburner
Hell yeah! New York’s premier camp comedy queen, Tina Burner is back to turn it and burn it! After blazing through season 13, this veteran diva is taking a pit stop from her tours and residencies to set the competition aflame. And yes, she’s still on fire!
The ALL STARS Queen RuVeal launched exclusively on the RuPaul's Drag RaceYouTube channel, along with additional content across social. Join the conversation by using #DragRace and #AllStars10, and follow the official accounts on Instagram, X, Facebook, and TikTok . For more information on RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS and up-to-date news, visit here.
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Villainous new TMNT skins arrive in Fortnite to challenge the heroes in a half-shell.
Epic Games has announced that a second wave of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cosmetics has arrived in Fortnite! Casey Jones, as well as skins for three iconic TMNT villains dropped in the in-game shop on Tuesday, April 22 as part of the hit game's Update 34.40.
This shop refresh brings TMNT's Casey Jones, Bebop, Rocksteady, and Krang’s Android Body, Archie, as well as their respective Lego Styles and TMNT instruments to the game.
The iconic Turtle Van, also known as the Party Wagon, has also arrived in both Fortnite and Rocket League shops.
TMNT's first crossover event added Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Donatello, April O'Neil, Splinter, and Shredder. This new TMNT event, however, expands the series' influence on Fortnite and is part of UEFN, enabling players to create their own Ninja Turtle-themed islands. Epic Games announced the latest update makes all TMNT skins fully compatible with the game's character, NPC spawner, and guard devices, meaning players can create custom behaviors, animations, and even full-blown cinematics with the turtles.
Additionally, today's update adds the new Dimension X Starter Island template, which showcases the Technodrome Prefab and features new landscape materials, VFX, and a space-inspired skybox. Epic says this island is a blank canvas with no built-in gameplay, so players have complete control over their TMNT island creations.
But wait, there’s more! The much-anticipated beat ‘em up sequel from Paramount Games Studios — TMNT Dimensions 2 [ROGUELIKE] — is coming April 24, bringing even more bosses, allies, locations, and an all-new never-ending gameplay experience. Developed by Spiral House, jump back in the action with island code 0564-2509-4966 in just a couple days!
Survive as many arenas as possible, now featuring all-new battlegrounds set in Dimension X and Technodrome locations. There are four bosses to defeat — Shredder, Super Shredder, Rocksteady, and Bebop — and you’ll team up with seven allies, including Casey Jones, Splinter, April, and the Turtles, who’ve got your back with expanded, unique capabilities.
Players will also get access to new features including daily rewards, fresh enemy types, bonus rounds, and end-of-arena rewards to enhance their fighting adventures. Grab your katana, adventure awaits!
Expand Your TMNT Storytelling in Fortnite with New UEFN Tools
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) landed in UEFN last year, and now creators can tell bigger and more radical stories than ever before — thanks to the arrival of new iconic characters and locations that bring the TMNT universe to life!
With Krang, Casey Jones, Bebop, and Rocksteady characters now available, plus a brand-new Starter Island template, you’ve got all the ingredients to make an extra-large, action-packed adventure... just don’t forget the pizza!
That’s just the start. All TMNT Outfits — including Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo — are now fully compatible with the Character, NPC Spawner, and Guard devices. This means you can create custom behaviors, animations, and even full-blown cinematics with the turtles themselves.
The new Dimension X Starter Island template showcases the Technodrome Prefab and features new landscape materials, VFX, and a space-inspired skybox. This island is a blank canvas with no built-in gameplay, putting you in complete control over how you tell your next TMNT story.
You can also arm NPCs with the turtle’s signature weapons like katanas and nunchucks. Plus, we’ve introduced the ability to use graffiti textures to authentically bring any place on your island into the TMNT universe.
How Do I Start Building Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Islands?
Get started the same as any Fortnite island — navigate to the Brands tab in the UEFN project browser to find the TMNT templates. Or in Creative, access the console to find the TMNT Sample islands. To publish your TMNT island, you must be a member of the Island Creator Program and have signed the additional terms and conditions. Already signed the IP addendum to create LEGO® or The Walking Dead Universe islands? You’re all set!
Introducing TMNT Dimensions 2 [ROGUELIKE]
But wait, there’s more! The much-anticipated beat ‘em up sequel from Paramount Games Studios — TMNT Dimensions 2 [ROGUELIKE] — is coming April 24, bringing even more bosses, allies, locations, and an all-new never-ending gameplay experience. Developed by Spiral House, jump back in the action with island code 0564-2509-4966 in just a couple days!
Survive as many arenas as possible, now featuring all-new battlegrounds set in Dimension X and Technodrome locations. There are four bosses to defeat — Shredder, Super Shredder, Rocksteady, and Bebop — and you’ll team up with seven allies, including Casey Jones, Splinter, April, and the Turtles, who’ve got your back with expanded, unique capabilities.
Players will also get access to new features including daily rewards, fresh enemy types, bonus rounds, and end-of-arena rewards to enhance their fighting adventures. Grab your katana, adventure awaits!
The Making of TMNT Dimensions [ROGUELIKE]
On April 24, we’ll publish a developer blog titled How Spiral House Created the “TMNT Dimensions [ROGUELIKE]” Series in Fortnite, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how both TMNT Dimensions [ROGUELIKE] games came together. The gameplay experience in these games is a great source of inspiration for creating your own TMNT islands!
Cowabunga, creators — it’s time to shell out your biggest TMNT creations! Want to find out more about the new TMNT Outfits, features, and Starter Island template? Check out the updated Working with TMNT islands documentation.
Remember to stay tuned for TMNT Dimensions 2 [ROGUELIKE], coming hot on the heels of the v34.40 update in the coming days!
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To commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah/יום השואה), Nickelodeon in Israel (יִשְׂרָאֵל) presents I Was a Child in the Holocaust, a special programme featuring powerful interviews with Holocaust survivors who tell their stories to a young audience.
Produced in collaboration with the World Zionist Organization, the broadcast aims to connect children and teenagers to Holocaust stories through intimate, age-appropriate conversations with those who endured the horrors at a similar age - conversations that highlight not only memories but remarkable courage and strength. Participants include former President of the Supreme Court of Israel, Prof. Aharon Barak, Yehudit Yerushalmi-Terris, Gideon Lev, and Dr. Raheli Baratz-Rix, Head of the Department for Combating Antisemitism at the World Zionist Organization and a third-generation Holocaust survivor, who plays a pivotal role in educating and connecting Jewish communities worldwide.
As part of the project, actor Kim Or Azulay met with Prof. Barak for an emotional conversation. The judge, born in Lithuania, recounted his life as a child in the Kovno Ghetto: "Life there was like that of prisoners sentenced to death, but the execution date hadn't been set yet. At any moment, a German soldier could encounter a Jew on the street and execute them." Despite the ghetto's hardships, he emphasized the unbreakable human spirit, extraordinary resilience, and mutual responsibility.
Kim shared with Barak the fears of her generation amidst Israel's current situation. He responded from both a historical and personal point of view: "There's no absolute safety anywhere, but Israel is the safest place for Jews. This understanding arose from the Holocaust experience and the necessity for a national home. "Antisemitism is ever-present and always felt. Anyone who values the past must know about the Holocaust to prevent similar future experiences."
One of the most touching moments in their conversation was Barak's rescue story. His mother hid him during the children's Aktion and later, they had to hide in a Lithuanian farmer's house. Since he couldn't go outside for fear of being caught by the Germans, his mother taught him to engage his mind in various subjects. "People always asked me, President Barak, Judge Barak, Professor Barak, who are you? I always said – I'm Leah's son. She greatly influenced me. The Jewish fate taught us never to be pessimistic and always to hope for something better." Not only to remember — but to persist, to rebuild, and to hope. That is the spirit at the heart of this project, and of the stories it seeks to pass on to the next generation.
Kim remarked, "Holocaust Remembrance Day has always been significant for me as the great-granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor – my late great-grandmother Sonia. Having the opportunity to hear more and more survivors' stories is a privilege. Especially when it involves Aharon Barak. It was fascinating to hear how his opinions and actions over the years were mainly influenced by his childhood during the Holocaust. He's a wonderful person and hosted us amazingly. It's important for the younger generation to understand the importance of remembering and passing on these stories. In the future, the responsibility will be entirely ours, to continue telling and ensuring everyone hears about what happened. This is our legacy."
(Photo: Oren Ben Hakon)
The broadcast, also featuring actor Dylen Dror and directed by Or Sitt, aired on Nickelodeon Israel (Channel 84 on HOT, Channel 91 on yes) on the evening of Holocaust Remembrance Day, April 23, and will air throughout the following day. Clips are also being posted online, including on on Nickelodeon Israel's official YouTube channel.
