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New York Post
an hour ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Stephen A. Smith's daughter makes NBA Finals cameo — and the ESPN star didn't know how to handle it
What is better than one Smith? Two Smiths. Famous ESPN pundit Stephen A. Smith and his daughter, Samantha, shared rare screen time together ahead of the Pacers' 108-91 Game 6 trashing of the Thunder in Indianapolis. It seemed like Smith had no intentions of bringing his daughter on 'SportsCenter' until co-host Elle Duncan invited her on camera. 4 Stephen A. Smith and his daughter on ESPN's 'SportsCenter.' @awfulannouncing/X and ESPN Just like her father, Samantha was a natural in front of the camera. 'Hi guys, I'm Samantha. I'm so happy to be here, I've made so many friends. This is really a great experience,' Samatha said. 'This is a really great experience and I feel really grateful to be here, you guys.' While Samantha gave her introduction, her father did not look too thrilled. Later during the conversation, Stephen even gave some pointers to his daughter on how to act professionally in front of the camera after Samantha interjected while Duncan talked. 'Did you just interrupt her while she was talking?' Stephen said. After that, the conversation wrapped up and Samantha was on her way. 4 Stephen A. Smith and his daughter, Samantha. @awfulannouncing/X But that was not the end of her night on TV. Later, during 'NBA Countdown' on ABC, Samantha returned to make her Game 6 pick. 4 Samantha returned to offer her pick. @TSN_Sports/X 'I'm going OKC,' Samantha said. 'I think they're just going to end it tonight.' This pick went against her father's take and Stephen would get the last laugh. 4 Indiana's Obi Toppin, who had a team-high 20 points, and James Johnson. AP The Pacers led by as much as 31 points to force a Game 7 on Sunday thanks to an all-around strong performance that featured six players scoring at least 10 points. Samantha is one of Smith's two daughters. She has a younger sister, Nyla.
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
ITV The Masked Singer winner's 'must-see' film is now available to stream
Frozen fans can now relive the magic of the West End musical, starring Samantha Barks The Masked Singer winner Samantha Barks' "must-see" film is now available to stream. Samantha famously clinched the title in the sixth series of the popular ITV singing contest in February, with Gregory Porter and Marti Pellow coming in second and third place, respectively. Concealed behind the memorable Pufferfish mask, Samantha delivered a variety of pop and musical theatre classics. Viewers will recall her captivating performance of Chappell Roan's Good Luck, Babe, Teddy Swims' Lose Control, and Don't Rain on My Parade from Funny Girl. In the grand finale, Samantha performed a breathtaking duet with McFly's Danny Jones, belting out Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler, reports Surrey Live. Samantha first shot to fame in 2008 as one of the finalists in I'd Do Anything - the BBC talent hunt for a fresh face to play Nancy in the West End revival of Oliver! Since then, she has graced the stage in several hit musicals, including Cabaret, Chicago, and Pretty Woman. After portraying Éponine in Les Misérables on the West End, producer Cameron Mackintosh selected Samantha to reprise the role in the 25th Anniversary Concert of the show, and in the 2012 musical film. Her rendition of On My Own remains one of the most celebrated performances to date, even making it onto the Billboard Hot 100 upon its release. Most recently, she played Elsa in the West End production of Frozen, which ran from August 2021 to September 2024. Frozen enthusiasts can now experience the enchantment all over again as the stage production, captured at the stunning Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London, is available to stream. The acclaimed Broadway and West End musical, which draws inspiration from Disney's hit film, was recorded early last year and made its debut on Disney+ today (Friday, June 20). Samantha takes on the role of the enchanting Queen Elsa, with Laura Dawkes portraying her lively younger sister Anna. Completing the principal line-up are Jammy Kasongo as Kristoff, Craig Gallivan as the lovable Olaf, Oliver Ormson playing Hans, and Richard Frame as the Duke of Weselton. Audiences can expect a dazzling display of music and magic on stage, complete with awe-inspiring surprises and top-notch special effects. In addition to the beloved original songs, the show introduces 12 new musical numbers. In a conversation with the WhatsOnStage podcast in March, Samantha expressed her delight at the prospect of her 20-month-old son, Rafael, being able to see her performance on Disney+. "It's really exciting. It was a really beautiful moment when we found out we were going to do that because you're doing a show like Frozen, which means so much to me professionally and personally," she said. "Having Raffi, I was thinking, 'Oh, he'll never see it'. And then you find out you're going to be filmed for Disney Plus, and it's like, 'Wow, it'll live on forever'. My nieces can watch it everyday and Raffi can watch it if he wants to." The West End production has been showered with accolades, as one theatre-goer exclaimed: "Magnificent is an understatement. I was overwhelmed with emotion at the whole thing, loved every minute." Equally impressed, another remarked: "I was blown away by the West End production. The singing is stirring, the orchestration is phenomenal, the visual effects are stunning! I was moved to tears," while someone else proclaimed: "It's the best stage musical. A truly must see production of this generation." Frozen the Musical is available to stream on Disney+
Hans India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Samantha loses cool at paparazzi outside Mumbai gym; video goes viral
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who recently made headlines with her OTT production venture Subham, found herself at the center of social media attention once again—but this time for a different reason. While the film continues to receive positive feedback from viewers, the actress's interaction with paparazzi in Mumbai has stirred conversation online. Currently residing in Mumbai and exploring new professional opportunities, Samantha was spotted outside a gym today after her workout session. However, things took an unpleasant turn when she was mobbed by paparazzi while waiting for her car. The actress, visibly frustrated by the incessant flashing cameras, lashed out, asking the photographers to give her space. Dressed in a casual brown co-ord set and sports bra, Samantha initially tried to handle the situation calmly, saying, 'Arey rukho ji, please,' but quickly followed it up with a sterner, 'Stop it, guys.' The incident was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions from fans and netizens alike. Some defended Samantha's response, pointing out the need for celebrities to have personal boundaries and moments of privacy, especially after intense workout sessions. Others argued that being in the public eye comes with its own set of challenges, including media attention. Despite the buzz, Samantha remains focused on her career. With Subham performing well on streaming platforms and her growing interest in production and new projects, the actress is clearly entering a new and ambitious phase in her journey.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stephen A Smith gets upstaged on live ESPN as daughter Samantha Smith steals the spotlight before NBA Finals tip-off
Stephen A Smith and his daughter Samantha Smith. Image via: Unique Nicole/WireImage In a surprising twist during ESPN's pregame coverage of Game 6 of the NBA Finals, it wasn't Stephen A. Smith's booming voice or passionate takes that stole the show like his usual style. This time, it was his 17-year-old daughter, Samantha who appeared on camera with her father. While the veteran broadcaster was on air from Gainbridge Fieldhouse, ready to dissect the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers showdown, viewers instead got a rare, lighthearted peek into Smith's personal life as his daughter made an impromptu on-camera appearance that quickly became the highlight of the night. Stephen A. Smith's daughter Samantha Smith 's confident cameo stuns ESPN crew As Stephen A. Smith and Elle Duncan were warming up the broadcast on the court, Duncan playfully invited Samantha over, joking that it was 'Bring your daughter to work day.' Smith, visibly uncomfortable but trying to roll with it, instructed her, 'Say hi.' Samantha seized the moment without hesitation: 'Hi guys, I'm Samantha.' When her dad pulled the mic away, she clapped back effortlessly, 'I'm talking here.' It didn't stop there. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo 'I'm Stephen's daughter. I'm so happy to be here, I've made so many friends. This is really…' she began, only for her father to interject, 'You just got here five minutes ago.' Samantha didn't blink. 'This is a really great experience. This is a really great experience and I feel really grateful to be here, you guys,' she continued confidently, leaving the panel and viewers, and of course, his ESPN colleague in awe. Later, NBA Countdown host Malika Andrews brought Samantha back on-air for her game pick. Going against her father, she declared, 'I'm going OKC. I think they're just going to end it tonight. I think Shai [Gilgeous-Alexander] has been killing it all season and he won MVP for a reason. So I think we're just going to finish it out now.' Smith, after having the candid father-daughter moment, looked both amused and defeated as his colleagues teased, 'We much prefer her pick over yours.' He questioned, 'You're going against your daddy on live television?' to which Samantha shrugged and replied, 'I think he knows I'm right.' Eventually, he admitted, 'She usually beats me on predictions.' Also Read: "He's miserable": Fans slam Stephen A. Smith for "obsessing" over LeBron James months after their controversial confrontation It was indeed a rare father-daughter moment, aired live on ESPN which offered fans a charming look at the personal side of one of the network's most intense voices. As Smith once said on The Breakfast Club, 'My daughters are everything to me… I'm very happy and proud of the father I am.' That love was clear Thursday night, even if Samantha completely upstaged him. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Vogue
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
63 Thoughts I Had While Watching And Just Like That… Season 3, Episode 4
I'm going to warn you guys in advance that this particular installment of And Just Like That… is, well, not exactly a thrill ride. I mean, it's hard to top the fun of episodes past, not to mention the original Sex and the City canon (I just rewatched the episodes where the girls go to LA, and man, I miss Samantha), but do things really have to be this dry and Aidan-centric? Nonetheless we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into Michael Patrick King's intellectual property. Below, find (literally) every thought I had about the fourth episode of And Just Like That…'s third season:
