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“Next Level Baker” First Look: A New Era of Culinary Competition Begins December 4th on FOX

In this special 3-week event, Gordon is joined by Carla Hall (Top Chef) & Candace Nelson (Sprinkles Cupcakes) to mentor the bakers towards holiday victory. Watch the premiere Thursday, December 4th, on FOX and next day on Hulu!

In this special 3-week event, Gordon is joined by Carla Hall (Top Chef) & Candace Nelson (Sprinkles Cupcakes) to mentor the bakers towards holiday victory. Watch the premiere Thursday, December 4th, on FOX and next day on Hulu!

The excitement is officially heating up, FOX has just dropped the first look at its newest culinary showdown, Next Level Baker, and fans are already buzzing. Premiering Thursday, December 4th, this high-stakes baking competition promises jaw-dropping creations, fierce rivalries, and next-level challenges unlike anything seen on TV before.

Led by world-renowned culinary icon Gordon Ramsay, joined by television chef Carla Hall and Sprinkles Cupcakes founder Candace Nelson, Next Level Baker brings together a powerful trio of judges who know excellence when they taste it. Their mission? To push rising bakers past their limits and discover the next breakout talent in the baking world.

A First Look Filled With Intensity, Creativity, and Heart

The newly released First Look video offers a thrilling preview of what’s to come. From towering cakes and precision-built pastries to emotional backstories and high-pressure moments, the sneak peek gives audiences a taste of:

⭐ Bold baking challenges that test creativity, skill, and endurance
⭐ Judge feedback that’s honest, tough, and transformative
⭐ Contestants chasing life-changing opportunities in the culinary industry
⭐ Stunning visual artistry that showcases the magic of elite baking

With its striking culinary visuals and electric energy, the First Look sets the stage for a season packed with passion, flavor, and unforgettable television moments.

Why “Next Level Baker” Is the Baking Show Everyone Will Be Talking About

What sets this series apart is its commitment to elevating the world of baking. Under the leadership of Gordon Ramsay, known for his unstoppable drive and high standards, bakers will face innovative challenges designed to bring out their greatest potential.

Carla Hall and Candace Nelson bring complementary perspectives—soulful creativity and business-savvy dessert expertise, adding even more depth to the competition. Together, the panel creates the perfect blend of mentorship and intensity.

Mark Your Calendar — December 4th

Next Level Baker premieres Thursday, December 4th on FOX, and the First Look confirms that this show will deliver inspiring stories, show-stopping bakes, and edge-of-your-seat competition.

Whether you’re a baking enthusiast, culinary competitor, or lover of high-energy reality TV, this is one premiere you don’t want to miss.

Love Island USA Season 8 Auditions Are Officially Open!

Love Island USA Season 8 Now Casting- City Media Entertainment Official Casting

Love Island USA Season 8 Auditions Are Officially Open!

Get ready, Islanders—Love Island USA is back and hotter than ever! Season 8 is now officially casting, and City Media Entertainment is proud to be handling the nationwide search for our next group of unforgettable singles.

Get ready, Islanders—Love Island USA is back and hotter than ever! Season 8 is now officially casting, and City Media Entertainment is proud to be handling the nationwide search for our next group of unforgettable singles.

This is your chance to step inside the villa, soak up the sun, and find real love under the spotlight. If you’ve ever dreamed of coupling up on one of the world’s most iconic dating shows, your moment has arrived. 🌴💘🔥

Who We’re Looking For

We are searching for bold, charismatic, fun-loving singles who are ready to find romance in paradise. Whether you’re the life of the party, fiercely loyal, charmingly awkward, or anything in between—Love Island USA wants to meet you.

“The global sensation is now casting! Love Island — the ultimate dating show — is currently looking for a new batch of singles (which could be you) to take part! Our Islanders will take up residence in a spectacular villa in the hope of finding love. If you think you’ve got what it takes, then we want to hear from you—apply now!”

How to Apply

Ready to take your shot at love and reality-TV fame?

📍 Apply here:
👉 https://loveislandusa.castingcrane.com

✅ Must be 18+ years old
✅ U.S. residents encouraged to apply
✅ Additional eligibility requirements may apply

Love Island has helped create fan-favorite couples, iconic friendships, and unforgettable reality-TV moments around the globe. This could be your chance to:

Experience the villa life
Compete for love (and maybe a little fame )
Form real connections on and off screen
Join one of the biggest reality franchises in the world

Think you have the charm, the confidence, and the chemistry to turn heads? We want to meet you.

What Happens Next

Once you submit your application, City Media Entertainment’s casting team will review submissions and reach out to select candidates for interviews and the next steps in the casting process.

The sooner you apply, the better—spots fill fast!

Apply Today & Enter the Villa

Don’t wait. Opportunities like this don’t come often.
Love starts with a single click.

Submit your application now:
https://loveislandusa.castingcrane.com

Artios Awards Nominations: Love Island USA (s6)

The callbacks are official: Casting Society today unveiled the non-film nominees for its 2026 Artios Awards, which honor the contribution of casting professionals. See the cast of nominees for TV, commercials, short films and shortform series below.

The callbacks are official: Casting Society today unveiled the non-film nominees for its 2026 Artios Awards, which honor the contribution of casting professionals. See the cast of nominees for TV, commercials, short films and shortform series below.

Casting Society will pull back the curtain on its film nominees — and for its first-year London Theatre category — sometime in January, and its special honorees will be named in the coming months. All the winners will be feted during the 41st Artios Awards ceremony on February 26 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.

“We’re thrilled to reveal the nominees for the 2026 Artios Awards — a showcase of the extraordinary talent, vision and dedication of our members, CSA President Destiny Lilly said in a statement. “As storytelling continues to evolve rapidly, casting remains at the heart of shaping narratives that reflect the world around us. We look forward to coming together this February in locations around the globe, to honor the remarkable impact of our casting community.”

Back in February, winners at the 40th anniversary Artios ceremony included Wicked, A Complete Unknown, Emilia Pérez and Conclave — all of which were Best Picture Oscar nominees — along with Shōgun, Hacks, Baby Reindeer, RuPaul’s Drag Race and Slow Horses on the TV side.

The inaugural competitive Oscar for Best Casting Director will be handed out during the 98th Avcademy Awards in March. It’s the first new category added to the Hollywood’s Big Night since Best Animated Feature Film was created in 2001.

Here are the 2026 Artios Awards nominees for TV, theater, commercials, short film and shortform series:

Reality Series: Competition

LOVE ISLAND USA (Season 6): Jodi Thomas, Beyhan Oguz
RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE (Season 17): Goloka Bolte, Michelle Redwine, Adam Cook
THE CHALLENGE: BATTLE OF THE ERAS (Season 40): Damon Furberg, Lisi Alpert
THE CIRCLE (Season 7): Erin Tomasello, Casting Producers: Sena Rich, Joy Herrera
THE GOLDEN BACHELORETTE (Season 1): Jacqueline Pitman
TOP CHEF (Season 22): Ron Mare, Casting Producers: Heather Allyn, Sena Rich, Joy Barrett

We want to thank the incredible cast, crew, execs and our casting team at City Media as well as ITV! Thank you, @csacasting for the recognition, we are truly honored!

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First Look at Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Next Level Baker’ Holiday Series (Exclusive)

Get a First Look at Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Next Level Baker’ Holiday Series (Exclusive)

Here’s everything to know about Season 1 of Gordon Ramsay’s new holiday show, including release date, chef mentors and an exclusive trailer.

It’s sugar, spice and even Gordon Ramsay’s being nice this holiday season! The master chef will host Next Level Baker, a three-week baking competition that will take place on the three-tier set originally built for Next Level Chef.

The baking competition will encompass bakers divided into three categories: home, pro and social media who will be challenged to create eye-popping, festive holiday delights. Here’s everything to know about Next Level Baker, including release date, judges and an exclusive sneak peek.

What is the release date for Next Level Baker?

The all-new three-week special event series premieres on Thursday, Dec. 4.

What time does Next Level Baker air?

Next Level Baker will air at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

What network is Next Level Baker on?

Next Level Baker will air on FOX. Stream the next day on Hulu.

Who are the bakers on Next Level Baker?

As on Next Level Chef, the bakers will be divided into three categories: Home, pro and social media bakers. More information will be posted closer to the start of the competition, so check back.

How does Next Level Baker work?

On Next Level Baker, the bakers will be challenged to bake up some eye-popping holiday treats. The series will take place over the three-level kitchen created for Next Level Chef, which has been transformed into a winter wonderland to capture the holiday spirit for the bakeoff, so there will be bakers in the basement level where the equipment leaves a lot to be desired; the middle level, which is an average kitchen; and then the top level, which is state-of-the-art.

What is the Next Level Baker prize?

Only one baker will rise to the top and walk away as the first ever Next Level Baker, winning $25,000 and a HexClad prize package.

“Next Level Baker” Returning This Holiday Season!

“Next Level Baker” Returning This Holiday Season For Three Week Event

FOX has announced new details of a new special event series of “Next Level Baker”, which returns this December for the holiday season.

“Next Level Baker” is full of frosty fun, arriving just in time to celebrate the most magical time of the year! Get ready for a ho-ho-whole lot of new twists on the classic Gordon Ramsay cooking competition series where bakers are challenged to create eye-popping festive holiday delights. It all starts with a sweet transformation of the franchise’s three iconic levels, which become a breathtaking winter wonderland bursting with twinkling lights, shimmering snow and festive holiday spirit.

Chef Ramsay is coming to town after scouring the country for the very best home, pro and social media bakers, all from different backgrounds and levels of expertise, competing against one another, ready to sleigh the competition!

Joined by two powerhouse chefs and entrepreneurs, television chef Carla Hall and Sprinkles Cupcakes founder Candace Nelson, Ramsay and his co-mentors come prepared to bring magical moments and surprises to their hand-selected group of talented bakers and take them under their wings with hopes of heading into WINNER wonderland! Only one baker will rise to the top and walk away as the first-ever Next Level Baker, winning $25,000 and a HexClad prize package.

“Next Level Baker” is produced by Studio Ramsay on behalf of Studio Ramsay Global and BiggerStage. Gordon Ramsay and Matt Cahoon serve as executive producers.

The all-new three-week special event series premieres on Thursday, 4th December 2025 at 9/8c on FOX, FOX One, and it will also be available the next day on Hulu and Hulu On Disney+ in the United States.

article from: Disney

First Look: The Final Four Face-Off in a Final Duel

The pressure is on when the final four couples face off in a final Mega Duel! With the $250,000 prize just within reach, who will be the winner of Love Island Games Season 2? (Season 2 Episode 18)

Who Keeps Stealing Josh’s Balls?

Who Keeps Stealing Josh’s Balls? | Love Island Games

The Islanders shoot some hoops for their next big challenge, but there’s drama on the court. Everyone keeps stealing Josh and Andrea’s balls, and Josh doesn’t think it’s an accident… (Season 2 Episode 16)

The Islanders shoot some hoops for their next big challenge, but there’s drama on the court. Everyone keeps stealing Josh and Andrea’s balls, and Josh doesn’t think it’s an accident… (Season 2 Episode 16)

First Look: The Islanders Seal Their Fate With a Kiss

The Power Squad has to make a difficult choice: which islanders will compete in the next challenge. The worst part? They must mark them with a kiss. It’s only a matter of time before the unsuspecting victims find out, and tensions in the villa reach a boiling point… (Season 2 Episode 14)

The Power Squad has to make a difficult choice: which islanders will compete in the next challenge. The worst part? They must mark them with a kiss. It’s only a matter of time before the unsuspecting victims find out, and tensions in the villa reach a boiling point… (Season 2 Episode 14)

First Look: Is a Secret Alliance Forming in the Villa?

Maura Higgins hosts a team challenge that puts the islanders in a very sticky situation, with their vulnerability on the line. Which team will come out on top? (Season 2 Episode 13)

First Look: Four Islanders Must DUEL to Avoid Being Sent Home

First Look: Four Islanders Must DUEL to Avoid Being Sent Home | Love Island Games

After a dramatic dumping, the villa is on edge. While Andreina confronts Johnny in an explosive argument, the girls realize the boys are “manipulating everything,” leading to a high-stakes duel that will send two more Islanders home. (Season 2 Episode 12)

After a dramatic dumping, the villa is on edge. While Andreina confronts Johnny in an explosive argument, the girls realize the boys are “manipulating everything,” leading to a high-stakes duel that will send two more Islanders home. (Season 2 Episode 12)