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11 pop culture face masks that would be fun to wear in public
Read full article: 11 pop culture face masks that would be fun to wear in publicWhether you like it or not, wearing a face mask in public has become the new norm when it comes to protecting yourself and others from COVID-19. Disposable face masks work great, but with no design whatsoever. (Whiskey and Zen/Etsy)Who wouldn’t love a face mask from the Rose Apothecary in Schitt’s Creek? This face mask hopefully will give people at the grocery store a chuckle. Wear a face mask around your friends and family to protect them from COVID-19, plus make some people smile with this “Golden Girls” tribute.
The Offices Leslie David Baker says he received racist abuse after announcing spinoff series
Read full article: The Offices Leslie David Baker says he received racist abuse after announcing spinoff seriesBaker launched a Kickstarter campaign in July to raise funds for a pilot episode of "Uncle Stan," an "Office" spinoff in which he'd reprise his iconic role. According to the description listed on the Kickstarter campaign, the series would begin with Stanley enjoying his retirement in Florida. In the pilot, the character would receive a desperate call from his nephew, Lucky, imploring him to help with raising his children and running his motorcycle shop in Los Angeles. The Kickstarter campaign had surpassed its $300,000 goal by more than $40,000, money that will be used to fund casting, writer development and other aspects of production, per the fundraisers description. The funds will also be used to demonstrate fan base support, a requirement to gain eventual network backing.
Netflix boss not worried about losing 'Friends,' 'The Office'
Read full article: Netflix boss not worried about losing 'Friends,' 'The Office'Netflix via CNN(CNN) - Netflix's chief content officer Ted Sarandos isn't worried about subscribers leaving the streaming service when "Friends" and "The Office" are no longer being there for them. "Friends" is scheduled to depart Netflix in 2020 and have a new home at WarnerMedia's HBO Max. "The Office," meanwhile, will depart Netflix in 2021 for NBC's forthcoming streaming service, Peacock. Sarandos admitted that while he would have "loved to have kept" the titles on Netflix for subscribers "we're also about change and keeping things fresh and we haven't had 'Seinfeld.' Asked if Netflix could maintain its spending -- reportedly it's investing $15 billion on original content alone -- he was certain.
Find out what Dundie Award you'll win from 'The Office'
Read full article: Find out what Dundie Award you'll win from 'The Office'Anyone who has watched "The Office" knows there are so many iconic episodes throughout its nine-season run. Another iconic moment in the show's history is the Dundie Awards, a fake awards show that Michael has at the local Scranton Chili's Restaurant. Ryan won "Hottest In The Office" and Kevin won the Dont Go In There After Me award. Website Moneypenny decided to have some fun with the iconic moment and created a Dundie Award Generator that will award you with your very own Dundie. All you have to do is answer some work day-related questions and you'll get an "Office"-themed Dundie.
NBCUniversal unveils Peacock, its upcoming streaming service
Read full article: NBCUniversal unveils Peacock, its upcoming streaming serviceFreeImages.com/Ernesto Ferreyra(CNN) - NBCUniversal announced Tuesday that its new streaming service will be called Peacock and that it will come with a colorful library of content. Peacock will be the exclusive streaming home for popular sitcoms like "The Office" and "Parks and Recreation." NBCUniversal did not disclose how much Peacock would cost, but did say that pricing will be announced closer to launch. Peacock joins a growing list of upcoming streaming services from big media companies looking to compete with Netflix. There's been a flurry of news in the streaming world over the past week.
Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, aka Pam and Angela, starting 'Office' podcast
Read full article: Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, aka Pam and Angela, starting 'Office' podcast"The Office" may be leaving Netflix eventually, but stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, aka Pam and Angela, are here to save the day by starting a new podcast about "The Office" called "Office Ladies." Fischer and Kinsey will watch an episode of "The Office" each week and give some behind-the-scenes gossip and talk about what it was like filming that episode. It seemed like a great time to share our stories and behind-the-scenes trivia with fans, Fischer said in a statement. Or Mindy Kaling coming on the podcast to spill some behind-the-scenes tea? In the meantime, we'll be binging every iconic episode of "The Office" on Netflix, starting with "Dinner Party."
'The Office' is leaving Netflix in 2021
Read full article: 'The Office' is leaving Netflix in 2021Netflix via CNN(CNN) - Netflix is losing "The Office" in 2021. NBC is taking back the popular sitcom to offer on its own streaming platform in January 2021, Netflix announced Tuesday on its official Twitter account. NBC confirmed it has secured "exclusive domestic streaming rights" for all nine seasons of the series in a news release. WarnerMedia, which also owns HBO and Warner Bros., is now planning to launch its own streaming service. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company.