Speaking News Today — October 23, 2026
Ellen Burstyn on Going for the EGOT With Her Favorite Poems and Being Over ‘The Exorcist’: ‘It’s Enough Already’ and more — today's speaking signal.
The entertainment world is buzzing with exciting updates from some of Hollywood's most beloved stars. Ellen Burstyn, a legendary actress known for her iconic role in The Exorcist, is now setting her sights on achieving EGOT status with her favorite poems, signaling a new chapter in her illustrious career. Meanwhile, Julia Stiles and David Krumholtz are revisiting their past, with Stiles paying tribute to the late Heath Ledger on Dancing with the Stars and Krumholtz sharing why he missed a recent reunion.
Theater and television fans also have plenty to look forward to, as Jane Krakowski prepares to reprise her role in Oh, Mary! on London's West End. And in a major celebration of sci-fi fandom, the Star Trek franchise is marking its 60th anniversary with a special event at the Rome MIA Market, coming at a pivotal moment for the franchise following the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. These updates offer a glimpse into the latest happenings in the world of entertainment, from stage and screen to music and fandom.
Today's signal:
• Ellen Burstyn on Going for the EGOT With Her Favorite Poems and Being Over ‘The Exorcist’: ‘It’s Enough Already’ (variety.com)
• Julia Stiles Asked Michelle Williams for Permission to Do Heath Ledger ‘DWTS’ Tribute; David Krumholtz Explains Why He Missed Reunion (variety.com)
• Jane Krakowski to Reprise ‘Oh, Mary!’ Role on London’s West End (variety.com)
• ‘Star Trek’ 60th Anniversary Celebration Hits Rome MIA Market With Iconic Franchise at ‘Crossroads’ After Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger (variety.com)