Hugh Hefner Through the Years: A Timeline of the Playboy Founder's Life

Here, we look back at just a few of his most memorable achievements over his storied life. Hes discharged in 1946 at the end of the war. in psychology and a double minor in creative writing and art. Dan Tuffs/Getty Images To found the magazine, Hefner puts up his furniture and raises $8,000 from investors. 1971 Hefner buys the Los Angeles home that will become the modern Playboy Mansion. Playboy Enterprises goes public and the brand becomes a publishing, modeling, merchandising media empire....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · Mason Cooper

Hugh Jackman nearly called it quits afterX-Men Origins: Wolverine

But there was one other time when Jackman almost hung up the claws for good. I dont know what else to do. I dont know where to go. And he heard about it from fans… often. I knew people liked the character. Not all the fans like that firstWolverine, Jackman said. Theyre very vocal with me. Good or bad, they tell me. Its kind of a family I have. What were you thinking?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 159 words · Emily Ashley

Hugh Jackman, Joss Whedon pay tribute to Wolverine co-creator after death

Blessed to have known Len Wein. I first met him in 2008. Co-created Wolverine & the new X-men. Hugh Jackman makes his Wolverine debut in 2000 with the first ‘X-Men’ movie.Credit: Everett Collection Co-kickstarted the modern comic book era with its most powerful metaphor. Wein worked for both Marvel and DC during his career and both comic houses offered condolences following his death. He will be missed,Marvel wrote. I, DC and the industry will miss him and his talent very much....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Carol Lane

Hugh Laurie mocks Trump during Globes acceptance speech

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Hugh Laurie accepted his third Golden Globe Award Sunday night, but he thinks its probably his last. In fact, he thinks its probablythelast, thanks to Donald Trump. I can say I won this at the last-ever Golden Globes. I also think to some Republicans, even the word Association is sketchy. Laurie portrayed notorious arms dealer and global threat Richard Onslow Roper on the AMC limited series....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 93 words · Kelly Sullivan

Hulk speaks in awesome new trailer forThor: Ragnarok

The trailer ends with Thor and Hulk arguing about who is more hot-headed: Hulk: Hulk like fire. See a new poster forThor: Ragnarokbelow. In addition to the new trailer, Marvel teased a clip fromThor: Ragnarok. Everyone has been worried sick about you! Thor tells the big green guy. Neither one has been involved with the Avengers for a few years, missing the events ofCivil War. Thor tells Hulk not to worry about it, since the superhero team has gone corporate....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Eric Osborn

Hulu developing show starring Chris Pine as Robert F. Kennedy

The series comes from ‘Blooldine’ co-creator Todd E. Kessler Fresh off this summers biggest superhero movie, Chris Pine might be tackling a real-life icon for his next role. EW has learned that a limited series is in development at Hulu that would star Pine as Robert F. Kennedy.The Hollywood Reporterwas first to report the news. The drama, which is still untitled, was created byBloodlineco-creator Todd E. Kessler, based off of Larry Tyes 2016 biographyBobby Kennedy: The Making of a Liberal Icon....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 150 words · David Ray

Hulu orders Josh Hutcherson and Seth Rogen's Future Man to series

Josh Hutcherson and Seth Rogen are officially going to the future. Rogen and Goldberg directed the pilot for the series, which received a 13-episode order. It marks the duos latest television project, joining their AMC dramaPreacher. Credit: Laura Cavanaugh/WireImage; Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic Whentalking to EWlast month, Coupe shared her excitement about the show. Im not the head of a data pipe or studio maybe I should be.

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 66 words · Theresa Vincent

Hulu strikes deals to add Fox and Walt Disney owned networks to new streaming service

On Tuesday, Hulu announced pacts with The Walt Disney Company and 21st Century Fox, making more than 35 networks available to stream live and watch on-demand through Hulus new streaming service, set to debut in early 2017. The agreement provides Hulus new service, which will exist alongside the companys current video on-demand options, with a plethora of viewing options, including Fox, ABC, FX, FXX, Freeform, Disney Channel, Fox News, Fox Sports 1, ESPN, and ESPN 2....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Justin Anderson

Hulu's Casual: Cast talks season 2 over drinks

According to Michaela Watkins, season 2 is like a Paul McCartney concert Casual? Credit the cast for playing their parts in various states of emotional, mental, and physical undress. Theyre game for anything and thats without booze! Credit: CHRIS McPHERSON for EW Whats different about working on a streaming series? MICHAELA WATKINS:There are fewer cooks in the kitchen. TOMMY DEWEY:Hulu is just getting into the scripted game, and theyre really gung-ho about it....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 769 words · Michelle Harris

Hulu: What's coming and going in August

Whether youve got aClue(1985) or areClueless(1955), Hulus got you covered. Or maybe youre considering a new hobby? WatchGhost(1990) or a trio ofCenter Stagefilms to give pottery and dance some consideration. Credit: Linda Kallerus/Hulu; Everett Collection (2) See the full list of whats coming and going below. Titles marked with an asterisk (*) are only available with a subscription to the Showtime premium add-on.

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 63 words · Ricardo White

Hulu: What's coming and going in September

Whether or not you personally follow this trend, Hulu has got you covered. Things are heating up on the fall TV front as well. On Sept. 12, Hulu originalThe Mindy Projectreturns for its sixth and final season. Credit: Evans Vestal Ward/Hulu; Everett Collection; Sam Emerson/Sony/Columbia Pictures Watch them while theyre still available. See the full list of whats coming and going below. Titles marked with an asterisk (*) are only available with a subscription to the Showtime premium add-on....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Mary Walsh

Humans: Carrie-Anne Moss previews season 2, acting opposite a computer screen

Carrie-Anne Moss knows a thing or two about digital dangers. I grapple with it all, she tells EW. Im not sure were meant to move that fast, you know? On the flip side, Moss character onHumans, Dr. Athena Morrow, cant get enough of the artificial. I thought Athena Morrow sounded amazing, and I couldnt say yes quickly enough. I think that was really what drew me to her. She doesnt respect the way he goes about his business, she thinks hes a bit of a show-off....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Derrick Ellis

Hundreds of mini Harry Potters broke a world record for the anniversary ofPhilosopher's Stone

Accio tissues, because we’re sobbing This is the cutest thing you’re going to see all day. NotDJ Khaled’s baby. Check out the photos below. Credit: Danny Lawson/PA Wire Danny Lawson/PA Wire Danny Lawson/PA Wire Danny Lawson/PA Wire

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 37 words · Samuel Hicks