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Mark Ruffalo Guest‑Starred on Forgotten CBS Dramedy

More than three decades before his acclaimed role as a grief‑stricken FBI agent on HBO's Task, Mark Ruffalo appeared in an episode of the CBS dramedy Due South. The series has since faded from public memory, making his early television cameo a rare footnote in his career. The brief appearance highlights an obscure part of Ruffalo's acting history that predates his later mainstream success.

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Kevin Sussman talks hero role in Stuart Fails

Kevin Sussman visited the set of HBO Max's new series Stuart Fails to Save the Universe. He discussed taking on the unlikely hero position in the Big Bang Theory spin‑off. The brief interview highlighted his excitement about the project and its connection to the original sitcom.

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Bill Maher says he has no plans to retire from Real Time

During a recent appearance on his Club Random podcast, Bill Maher addressed speculation about his future on HBO's Real Time after turning 70. He said he feels the same as when he was younger and enjoys each episode, emphasizing that he isn’t planning to step away despite reaching traditional retirement age. Maher noted the show has been renewed through 2028, guaranteeing at least a 28th season. He contrasted his outlook with peers like Johnny Carson and David Letterman, who retired earlier, and reiterated his desire to keep hosting as long as he can.

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Emmys documentary race highlights front‑runner and dark horses

Mariska Hargitay's PGA win and HBO's strong history position her as the leading contender in this year's Emmy documentary field. However, three competing comedy tributes and a critically praised nature epic could shift the balance and challenge her advantage.

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