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Q: Is the African-American woman who plays Roger Murtaugh’s wife on the “Lethal Weapon” TV series the same woman who plays the interim director on “NCIS: Los Angeles,” the one who replaced Hetty? I say she’s the same actress, but my wife says no. If not, she looks like she could be her identical twin. – Ed. S., New York
A: It’s hard to believe that “Lethal Weapon” already is in its third season on FOX. It’s always a risk when a TV series is based on a well-known hit movie of the same name, but enough time has passed since Mel Gibson and Danny Glover starred in the original film that comparisons don’t have to be made.
As for Murtaugh’s (Damon Wayons) wife, Trish, I have to say your wife is right on this one. She’s played by actress Keesha Sharp, while Nia Long plays Assistant Director Shay Mosley on “NCIS: Los Angeles.” I do agree with you that they look very much alike, but they’re not related. However, they both were born in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Q: I really enjoy watching Alan Cumming and was especially excited to see him star in “Instinct.” Is that show over? Is there any chance of seeing him in new episodes? – A.V.
Alan Cumming (James Dimmock/CBS photo)
A: Yes, the multitalented Scottish-American actor is smart enough to get in on a crime procedural drama. CBS’s “Instinct,” based on James Patterson’s novel “Murder Games,” started as a mid-season series with 13 episodes that ended in July 2018.
The good news is that it’s been renewed for a second season, which likely will start in spring or early summer 2019. Cumming will be back, and a new cast member has been added, actress Reshma Shetty. She’ll play an old love interest of Naveen Andrew’s character. Fans of “Royal Pains” will recognize Shetty as Divya on that show.
Q: I read that Dax Shepard cheated on Kristen Bell. Please tell me this isn’t true. I’ve lost faith in all Hollywood couples ever since Chris Pratt and Anna Faris divorced. Dax and Kristen are my only hope. – M.E.
A: I’m still betting on these two to make it to their 50th wedding anniversary, especially after hearing the details behind the rumor.
It all began when Shepard’s ex-girlfriend Kayti Edwards sold photos to “The Daily Mail” of them kissing. Edwards stated it happened nine years ago, but Shepard issued a public statement that it was 13 years ago, which was before he and Bell began their courtship. Shepard also claimed that Edwards has sold stories to tabloids about Matthew Perry, Jack Osborne and Kid Rock. He then added, “I look forward to the next one. Fingers crossed it’s about my No. 1, Brad Pitt.”
In addition to the male stars she’s been linked to, Edwards has another tie to Hollywood – she’s Julie Andrew’s granddaughter. If her claims are indeed false, perhaps Andrews can morph into Mary Poppins again and give her granddaughter a good scolding.
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