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Space based: Celebrities compete in simulated Mars mission

By Dana Simpson

Ever since Amazon magnate

Jeff Bezos’ trip into space last year, there has been plenty of speculation about the rise of space tourism and which celebrities would be among the first to achieve liftoff. Well, for those wondering what it might look like to take things a step further and host a star-studded reality show in space, Fox has got you covered. The new series, “Stars on Mars,” premieres Monday, June 5.

Equal parts Bravo and Star Trek, “Stars on Mars” is hosted by Capt. Kirk himself, William Shatner (“Star Trek: The Original Series”). While not actually filmed in outer space (give that a few more years yet), the unscripted series follows a group

of celebrities who must spend an entire summer on a simulated, Mars-like planet together.

Constantly assigned tasks by mission control (Shatner, of course), each famous person will need to compete in a series of challenges with the aim of “colonizing” their out-of-thisworld surroundings.

There is a good mix of skills among the 12-person crew, including actors, athletes, public figures and philanthropists.

Actors Ariel Winter (“Modern Family”), Tallulah Willis (“The Whole Ten Yards,” 2004) and Christopher Mintz-Plasse (“Superbad,” 2007), for example, will be joined by reality TV stars

Porsha Williams Guobadia (“The Real Housewives of Atlanta”) and Tom Schwartz (“Vander-

pump Rules”), as well as singer/ songwriter Tinashe (known for “2 On,” featuring ScHoolboy Q). Meanwhile, rounding out the more athletic side are Tour de France multi-champion Lance Armstrong, UFC champion Ronda Rousey, former Seattle Seahawk Marshawn Lynch, former NFL cornerback Richard Sherman and Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon. Comedian Natasha Leggero (“Another Period”) joins from a category of her very own. In a news release, Fox executives laid out their hopes for the celebs on their “Martian” mission: “During their stay, they will be faced with authentic conditions that simulate life on Mars, and they must use their brains and brawn — or maybe

just their stellar social skills — to outlast the competition and claim the title of ‘brightest star in the galaxy.’”

This “analog mission,” as NASA typically refers to these types of simulations, is filmed in the South Australian town of Coober Pedy, a red-sanded desert town nearly 850 kilometres north of Adelaide that is famous for its opals. And while each celebronaut voted “off the planet” during the competition does still need to return to the United States, there remains the small consolation that the flight home isn’t quite as long as that from actual Mars. Don’t miss the launch of Shatner and crew’s next mission as “Stars on Mars” begins Monday, June 5, on Fox.

Led by Mission Control (William Shatner, “Star Trek: The Original Series”), celebrities compete in challenges to “colonize” the Red Planet in “Stars on Mars,” premiering Monday, June 5, on Fox.

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June 4

“Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets”

This limited docuseries exposes the truth beneath the wholesome Americana surface of one of reality tv’s most famous mega-families, The Duggars, and the radically controversial organization behind them: The Institute in Basic Life Principles. A number of ex-IBLP survivors bravely come forward and reveal the abusive practices that kept them in a living nightmare.

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June 4

“Queen SugarSeason 7”

This drama’s seventh and final season picks up six months after the events of Season 5, with the Bordelons celebrating new beginnings as they continue to leave their mark on the community and honor the legacy of their family. Rutina Wesley, Kofi Siriboe, Omar J. Dorsey, Nicholas L. Ashe, Tina Lifford and Bianca Lawson star.

June 7

“Arnold”

Hot on the tail of the release of his new series “FUBAR,” fans of the Governator can get even more “Arnold” when the new three-part biographical docuseries. Chronicling the life of former professional bodybuilder, actor, filmmaker, businessman and politician Arnold Schwarzenegger, from his childhood in the Austrian countryside to the American limelight, “Arnold” features a series of candid interviews with Schwarzenegger, his friends, foes, co-stars and observers.

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“Our Planet II” (Netflix - series premiere, June 14)

From the Emmy Award-winning team behind “Planet Earth” and “Our Planet” comes this new nature docuseries. At any given moment on planet Earth, billions of animals are on the move. Captured with spectacular and innovative cinematography, Our Planet II unravels the mysteries of how and why animals migrate to reveal some of the most dramatic and compelling stories in the natural world. The series is narrated by legendary English broadcaster, biologist, natural historian and author, David Attenborough.

June 7

“America’s National ParksSeason 2”

This National Geographic docuseries takes viewers on an extraordinary journey through world-famous and lesser-known national parks, revealing the diversity and natural wonder that can be found in America.

This week, the chefs are presented with new cooking challenges overseen by a panel of accomplished judges, as they hope to survive elimination in “Masterchef,” airing Tuesday on Fox. You’ll find a recipe for a rather unique fish dish among the many “extras” posted at www.fox.com/masterchef/ clips/clips-and-extras/

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Swiatek looks to continue strong season at French Open

Born May 31, 2001, in Warsaw, Poland, Swiatek’s first taste of Grand Slam success came in October 2020 when she won the prestigious French Open title. It wasn’t just the victory that was impressive — it was how she did it, and whom she did it against.

Entering the tournament, Swiatek was ranked No. 54. Using her aggressive style and fearless approach, she defeated world No. 19 Marketa Vondrousova in the opening round, and followed it up in the fourth round by defeating world No. 2 Simona Halep, who was on a 17-match winning streak and was favored to win the tournament. Reaching the final, Swiatek defeated No. 6 Sofia Kenin, becoming the first Polish player, male or female, to win a Grand Slam singles title, and the lowest-ranked singles champion in French Open history. Coming off a successful 2021 campaign that saw her enter the top 15 for the first time (she finished the season seeded at No. 4), she reached the semifinals at both the 2022 Adelaide International and 2022 Australian Open before winning the next six tournaments in a row. She finished the season with a won-lost record of 67-9, making it the most wins in a single season since Serena Williams accomplished the feat in 2013.

In 2023, she continues to impress with her outstanding performances on the court. Having established herself as one of the topranked female players (and the clay-court queen), she won the WTA Qatar Open 500 in February, successfully defending her title against American Jessica Pegula in the final in straight sets.

Full name: Iga Natalia Swiatek

Birth date: May 31, 2001

Birthplace: Warsaw, Poland

Height/weight: 5”9’/143 Lbs.

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BEST JUDY GARLAND MOVIES

“Meet Me in St. Louis” (1944): The title city is the setting – at least initially – for this classic musical about a family about to relocate to New York because of the patriarch’s new job. Garland and Margaret O’Brien’s adorable crooning of “Under the Bamboo Tree” is worth the figurative price of admission on its own.

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way for Garland and Van Johnson here. Also seen in the last scene: a very young Liza Minnelli (Garland’s daughter, of course).

“Summer Stock” (1950): Garland and Gene Kelly match talents again in a musical about a theater company that finds a creative home at the farm of Garland’s character.

“Babes on Broadway” (1941): “Hey, let’s put on a show!” That line was the basis for many a musical that Garland made with close friend Mickey Rooney, including this one about a charity show that their characters mount.

“For Me and My Gal” (1942): A teaming of Garland and Gene Kelly only can be sensational, and this one is, as they play performing partners who might become more than that to each other.

“Easter Parade” (1948): The music of Irving Berlin is the engine that drives this picture … which naturally tends to resurface every April. Garland, Fred Astaire and Ann Miller star as entertainers, and entertaining, they certainly are.

“In the Good Old Summertime” (1949): A story that has serviced a number of movies – the one about two people who don’t get along face-to-face, but are each other’s secret pen pal – works in a very big

“A Star Is Born” (1954): One of the most accomplished performances of Garland’s career marks this third screen version of a famous showbiz story, adding a strong musical element as the actress plays a rising talent whose career soars while that of the actor she loves (James Mason) enters a downward spiral. Among the great numbers is “The Man That Got Away.” Turner Classic Movies (which runs the picture frequently) shows it Tuesday, June 6.

Going into the 2023 French Open, it’s clear that 21-year-old Iga Swiatek has taken the tennis world by storm, rewriting history and quickly establishing herself as a fan favorite.

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Rose McIver

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Q: With “Ghosts” such a hit now, what are your thoughts about having so much of your series work based in the supernatural?

A: I’m starting to wonder if I’m ever going to get a “regular” job, not playing somebody at least half dead, again. I guess I found my niche. I’m really excited to be in a genre kind of theme, as much as it’s hopefully grounded and is this (premise) that we can all relate to as humans.

One of the things I get most excited about — and I was so fortunate with “iZombie” to have this – is to see people dressing up, getting lost in another world. I think some of the fans in this kind of theme are the most dedicated, creative, imaginable people out there. I feel really lucky that this world would take me back again.

Q: Were you a fan of the genre before you became so involved in it yourself?

A: I grew up in New Zealand, doing bit parts on all the shows that came out (there). We call ourselves the “Sword and Sandals Country”; we have “Hercules,” “Xena,” “The Lord of the Rings.” I think I always grew up with an appreciation that as an actor, you get this chance to go into this other world, whatever that might mean.

As much as I have been able to hopefully play some grounded versions, and some more heightened or stylized things, I kind of feel the best part of the job is being able to get in and dress up and become something that isn’t just you every day … the escapism that comes in a show like this, and the humor. I just feel like something that I want to (watch) at the end of the day is something that makes me laugh and something that kind of is a great escape from whatever the day may have been. The genre stuff has always been fun, but it’s really at its peak right now.

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A: I’m starting to wonder if I’m ever going to get a “regular” job, not playing somebody at least half dead, again. I guess I found my niche. I’m really excited to be in a genre kind of theme, as much as it’s hopefully grounded and is this (premise) that we can all relate to was so fortunate with “iZombie” to have this – is to see people dressing up, getting lost in another world. I think some of the fans in this kind of theme are the most dedicated, creative, imaginable people out there. I feel really lucky that this world would take me back again.

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A: I grew up in New Zealand, doing bit parts on all the shows that came out (there). We call ourselves the “Sword and Sandals Country”; we have “Hercules,” “Xena,” “The Lord of the Rings.” I think I always grew up with an appreciation that as an actor, you get this chance to go into this other world, whatever that might some grounded versions, and some more heightened or stylized being able to get in and dress up and become something that isn’t in a show like this, and the humor. I just feel like something that something that makes me laugh and something that kind of is a great The genre stuff has always been fun, but it’s really at its peak right

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