Entertainment
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Comcast Increases Peacock’s Monthly Rates, Its Biggest Since Launch
Comcast recently announced it is raising the price of Peacock to subscribers, effective July 23, writes Lucas Shaw for Bloomberg. As of July 23, Peacock will be raising its price by $3 a month for new customers, representing a nearly 38 percent increase. New subscribers who have the version with advertisements will see their monthly…
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Oreland’s Tommy Conwell on Not Letting Music Fade
Oreland’s Tommy Conwell has left behind the packed stadiums and major-label success to focus more on his family, but he has never let the music fade, writes J.F. Pirro for the Main Line Today. Together with his backup band, the Young Rumblers, Conwell climbed to the top of the Philadelphia region’s rock ’n’ roll scene…
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Taylor Swift’s Father, a Bryn Mawr Native, Recovers From Major Surgery
Scott Swift, father of global superstar Taylor Swift, and Bryn Mawr native, is recovering after quintuple bypass surgery, reports Christina Dugan Ramirez for Fox 29 Philadelphia. At 73, Swift remains surrounded by support from his wife, Andrea, and children, Taylor and Austin. According to a representative, the surgery was a proactive response to coronary artery…
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Abbott Elementary’s Lisa Ann Walter Talks Love for Philadelphia, Character Work
While Lisa Ann Walter isn’t actually from Philadelphia, her Abbott Elementary character Melissa Schemmenti lives and breathes the City of Brotherly Love, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Prior to this past weekend’s performances at Helium Comedy Club, Walter spoke about what she loves most about Philadelphia. When she visits Philly, it’s usually an eating…
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Bryn Mawr Billionaire Michael Rubin Gifts NFL Owner a $240K Bentley
When it comes to birthdays, Bryn Mawr’s Michael Rubin knows how to give a memorable gift, writes Ryan Sanudo for The US Sun. The Fanatics CEO teamed up with music moguls Jay-Z and Meek Mill to surprise Robert Kraft with a $240,000 car. The New England Patriots owner turned 80 in style, receiving a Bentley…
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Montco’s Sabrina Carpenter Makes Philanthropy Part of the Show
While pop Superstar Sabrina Carpenter is topping charts this summer, she’s setting new standards offstage with her charitable impact, writes Andrew Flanagan for Variety. The East Greenville native has partnered with nonprofit Plus1 to launch the Sabrina Carpenter Fund, which has raised over $1 million in under a year. Most of the $824,000 came from…
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Act II Playhouse Presents Hilarious Farce by ‘Outsider’ Playwright
Act II Playhouse kicks off its 2025-2026 Season with the hilarious farce, Theatre People, Or The Angel Next Door by Paul Slade Smith. Previews begin Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, and the production opens Friday, Aug. 8. Theatre People closes after a five-week run on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Playwright Paul Slade Smith, author of the…
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Bryn Mawr Native David Corenswet Wins Hearts as a Kinder, Goofier Superman
He might not wear a cape around Bryn Mawr, but David Corenswet is still flying high, writes Rosa Cartagena for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 32-year-old actor from Philly and the Main Line takes center stage this week as the new Superman in director James Gunn’s highly anticipated reboot. Corenswet graduated from Juilliard and cut his…
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Jenkintown’s Bradley Cooper Gets Last Laugh Over Brad Pitt After Eagles Win
Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper had the last laugh after the Philadelphia Eagles took down the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, and his longtime friend Brad Pitt had to eat his words, writes Guillermo Guajardo for ClutchPoints. The two stars’ friendly rivalry hit the spotlight when Pitt, a diehard Chiefs fan, teased Cooper at…
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Discovery Channel’s ‘Filthy Fortunes’ Helps Woman Tackle Cluttered Pottstown Property
The new Discovery Channel show Filthy Fortunes helped Barbra Levan clear out the sprawling, cluttered property in Pottstown inherited from her father, uncovering valuables and cherished memories along the way, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Levan’s father was an old-school machinist and collector who amassed numerous tools and equipment from his machine shop,…
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Bradley Cooper’s Personal Journey Fuels Powerful Documentary on Caregiving
A new documentary from Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper premiered Tuesday on PBS, reports Molly McVety for The Philly Voice. Caregiving captures the unfiltered emotional toll and everyday reality faced by the millions of caregivers who look after aging or terminally ill loved ones across the country. This project hits close to home for Cooper. He…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Keeps Breaking Records
East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter continues her record-breaking streak with her new single, “Manchild”, writes Hugh McIntyre for Forbes. The new song made a stellar debut across multiple Billboard charts, including a Number 1 landing on the Hot 100. The track, which introduces her upcoming album Man’s Best Friend, also takes the top spot on the…
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Montgomery County’s Rebecca Kutler Leads Major MSNBC Shake-Up
Montgomery County native Rebecca Kutler is making bold moves as the new president of MSNBC, leading a major programming shake-up, writes Rob Tornoe for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Kutler’s vision for the network includes canceling The ReidOut, Joy Reid’s 7 p.m. show, which has been a staple since 2020. Reid, caught off guard, expressed gratitude despite…
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King of Prussia’s Highly Anticipated Netflix House: What to Expect
The highly anticipated Netflix House in King of Prussia Mall is set to open later this year, and the first wave of attractions has been revealed, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The immersive venue will launch with two major experiences based on popular Netflix series: Wednesday and One Piece. Visitors can step…
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Montco Legend John Oates Talks New Music and the Song That Defines His Legacy
Montgomery County native and music legend John Oates is showing no signs of slowing down, writes Jack Irvin for People. The 77-year-old Hall & Oates co-founder is back with new music, this time teaming up with pop sibling duo Lawrence. Their song, Enough is Enough, will debut on Friday, June 20. Speaking at the 2025…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Reflects on Her Rise and What’s Next
Sabrina Carpenter doesn’t just write pop hits; she delivers punchlines. In an interview with Angie Martoccio for Rolling Stone, the 26-year-old East Greenville native reflects on a breakout year defined by sharp songwriting, unexpected collaborations, and an unapologetic sense of humor. Hot off the heels of her Grammy-winning album Short n’ Sweet, Carpenter is gearing…
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Montco’s Mindy Baiada Shines at Tony Awards with Two Major Wins
Montgomery County native Mindy Baiada took the stage at the Tony Awards as Maybe Happy Ending won Best Musical, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc Action News. Baiada, one of the show’s producers, accepted the top honor alongside director Michael Arden – her longtime friend and creative partner. The two began their creative journey here in…
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‘Call Her Daddy’ Host Alex Cooper’s Childhood Home in Newtown Sold
Alex Cooper’s childhood home in Newtown was sold in May, just five months after the media mogul bought her parents a house in Los Angeles, writes Skyler Caruso for People Magazine. Cooper’s parents, Bryan and Laurie Cooper, recently sold the four-bedroom, 2.5-bath Pennsylvania home for $780,000. The Call Her Daddy host spent her childhood in…
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