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Good Day Atlanta viewer information: July 25, 2024
Sheryl Lee Ralph is ‘fabulous’ in new film
Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph stars alongside fellow entertainment legends Susan Sarandon and Megan Mullally as longtime friends traveling to Key West for the wedding of another good pal, played by Bette Midler, in ”The Fabulous Four.”
ATLANTA – Fabulous Four Movie Junket:
Emmy Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is having the time of her life in the new comedy “The Fabulous Four.”
Ralph stars alongside fellow entertainment legends Susan Sarandon and Megan Mullally as longtime friends traveling to Key West for the wedding of another good pal, played by Bette Midler. And while the Florida setting may look convincing on-screen, the four stars actually filmed the movie here in Georgia.
“We were shooting in beautiful downtown Savannah,” says Ralph. “We were in a very difficult time because we were shooting during the strike. You know, we were one of the few films that got the union ‘OK’ to shoot, because we were so far into the work of the film. And, you know, we had all these little hiccups and things, but when I saw the movie, I said, ‘Wow, sometimes the most stressful things just turn out to be the best things,’ because the movie was so good.”
Ralph, of course, soared to fame and scored a Tony Award nomination for her performance in the Broadway classic “Dreamgirls.” And since her three co-stars also have extensive musical experience, we had to ask about the possibility of a “The Fabulous Four” stage musical adaptation.
“Well, look at it this way, I am doing a wonderful TV series called ‘Abbott Elementary’ that takes up most of my time,” says the star. “So, we probably have to wait five or six years for that to happen!”
“The Fabulous Four” opens in theaters this Friday, July 26 from Bleecker Street — click here for more information on the film.
Entertainment update with Dish Nation’s Tanner Thomason
Singer Chris Brown has been hit with another lawsuit for a concert brawl, and Tyler Perry has strong words for critics who claim all his movies are the same. Dish Nation’s Tanner Thomason sits down with Alyse Eady to break down the latest entertainment headlines.
Dish Nation Tanner Thomason gives the latest in entertainment news: There’s a ton happening on the entertainment front. Tyler Perry responds to critics, Janet Jackson reminisces on performing with her brother Michael, and there’s new details surface on Chris Brown and Yella Beezy’s lawsuit.
Tasting The Alden’s zucchini noodles
The Alden in Chamblee is doing a lot of things right, including their signature fresh zucchini noodles. Owner and chef Jared Hucks stopped by the Good Day kitchen to whip up a meal with Alyse Eady and talk about his upcoming cooking class.
The Alden’s Chef Jared Hucks: Chef Jared Hucks is doing a cooking class on Tuesday, July 30 demonstrating how to use produce from the farmer’s market to make fantastic dishes.
‘Spongebob’ celebrates 25th anniversary
Everyone’s favorite sponge who lives in a pineapple under the sea is celebrating a huge milestone. This month marks 25 years of ”Spongebob Squarepants”’ nautical nonsense, and Rodger Bumpass, the voice of Squidward, and Carolyn Lawrence, the voice of Sandy Cheeks, talked with Joanne Feldman about the landmark anniversary.
“Spongebob” 25th anniversary with Rodger Bumpass (Squidward) and Carolyn Lawrence (Sandy Cheeks): This year marks the landmark 25th anniversary of Nickelodeon’s hit animated series, “SpongeBob SquarePants.” Reigning as the most-watched animated series for 22 consecutive years, the series first premiered on July 17, 1999, and has since generated a universe of beloved characters, pop culture catchphrases, memes, theatrical releases, consumer products, and a Tony award-winning Broadway musical.
Chadwick Boyd’s summer biscuit trifles
Nothing’s better in the summer than some fresh strawberries, and food and lifestyle expert Chadwick Boyd has a classic dessert with a Southern twist that’ll make your season delicious.
Chadwick Boyd shows us a fun and sweet summer treat: Summer fruit can make the most simple and delicious summer desserts. Keep up with Chadwich on social media @ChadwickBoyd
The highly anticipated NBA Draft is finally going to take place tomorrow and the Atlanta Hawks are 1 of 14 teams hoping the ping pong balls bounce their way.
This is going to be the final payoff for what was arguably the best move that any team made last offseason. Atlanta traded down from the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and acquired the unprotected 2026 first-round pick from the New Orleans Pelicans, the most favorable of the Pelicans’ and Bucks’ selections. The Pelicans finished 7th in the lottery odds, and Milwaukee is 10th. Based on the odds, the Hawks have a 40% chance of jumping into the top four.
The last time the Hawks were in the lottery, they jumped from 10th to 1st and selected Zaccharie Risacher. While that was a huge stroke of luck, it has not always worked out that way for the Hawks.
Hawks lottery history
The Hawks have been in the NBA Lottery 16 times since 1985 and in that time span, the Hawks have:
- Moved up five times (2024-moved from 10th to 1st, 2018-moved from 4th to 3rd, 2007- moved from 4th to 3rd, 2001- moved from 5th to 3rd, and 1985- moved from 7th to 5th)
- Moved down five times (2020- moved from 4th to 6th, 2019- moved from 5th to 8th, 2006- moved from 4th to 5th, 2005- moved from 1st to 2nd, and 2000- moved from 5th to 6th)
- Stayed where they were projected to six times
Their biggest move up by far came in 2024 when the moved up to No. 1 and were able to select Risacher, which has not quite panned out.
There is an element of what if to each of these scenarios, especially the years the Hawks moved down. In 2020, they moved down in a draft that contained Anthony Edwards, who is from the state of Georgia and one of the elite players that the league has right now. Atlanta ended up selecting Onyeka Okongwu, but there is a big what if about being able to pair Edwards with Trae Young.
In 2019, the Hawks were 5th in the highly anticipated 2019 lottery that featured Zion Williamson, but they fell three spots. While WIlliamson has not had quite the career most had hoped, he is still an All-NBA caliber player and would have paired nicely with Young as a tandem.
There have been some hits and misses during the 16 times that the Hawks have been in the lottery, but there have seemingly been more missed opportunities, even when they jump up in the standings. They are hoping that they get another stroke of luck tomorrow in what could be a franchise altering day for the Hawks.
Final projected odds for the Hawks:
No. 1- 9.8% chance
No. 2- 9.9% chance
No. 3- 10.1% chance
No. 4- 10.30% chance
No. 7- 19.75% chance
No. 8- 30.18% chance
No. 9- 9.19% chance
No. 10- 0.67% chance
No. 11-
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The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that a major weekend construction project, set to fully shut down two miles of I-285, has been postponed due to inclement weather. Atlantans are relieved, with many looking forward to more freedom to travel this Mothers’ Day weekend. Kim Leoffler has the story.
ATLANTA – An Atlanta flight attendant and mother of eight is among 17,000 Spirit Airlines workers struggling to find a new “destination” after the carrier suddenly shut down.
Spirit Airlines Atlanta impact
What we know:
Spirit Airlines ended all operations on Saturday, grounding its entire fleet and ending employment for its 17,000-person workforce. Flight attendants and customers were stranded across the country, often forced to pay for their own travel home after the discount carrier ceased operations.
Kamille Carter, an Atlanta-based flight attendant of five years, said she received the termination email from the CEO at 3 a.m., despite earlier assurances from union representatives that the company was stable. The company immediately cut healthcare benefits and stopped payments for sick leave and vacation time for all staff members.
Unpaid wages and benefits
What we don’t know:
It is unclear if Carter and her fellow employees will ever receive their final paychecks or if there is any legal recourse for the lost benefits. The company has not specified if any transition assistance will be provided to workers, some of whom had been with the airline since it launched in 1994.
Employee reaction in Georgia
What they’re saying:
“This is a death because you have to mourn, you have to grieve, it’s a process,” Carter said of the sudden job loss. Despite the financial strain of supporting eight children, Carter is looking toward her passion for cooking as a potential new career. She noted that while being uncomfortable is difficult, it can “push you to your destiny.”
Finding help in Atlanta
What you can do:
Community members looking to support Carter and other local workers affected by the shutdown can find more information on the FOX 5 Atlanta website. The station is collecting resources for those navigating the sudden loss of income and healthcare.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from an interview conducted by FOX 5 reporter Eric Perry, who spoke directly with former flight attendant Kamille Carter in Atlanta. Previous FOX 5 Atlanta reporting was also used.
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