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If Julia Maggio does her job correctly, you won't ever see her. The professional stunt performer has doubled as some of the most impressive names in Hollywood, most recently, as Mary Mouser's character in "Cobra Kai." Maggio joins 'The Buzz' to answer questions about how she got into this action-packed career, what her job is really like, and what we can expect from her on the upcoming season of the Netflix hit show. The Emmy-nominated stunt performer talks about her most difficult stunts, her favorite character to double for, and what her limits are when it comes to her dangerous work.


'The Buzz': Stunt performer Julia Maggio talks about her craft

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One of the best-selling live albums of all time, "Frampton Comes Alive" turned 45 earlier this year. To celebrate the anniversary, English rock musician Peter Frampton joins "The Buzz." Frampton shares what it was like to record part of that album at the Long Island Arena in Commack, and reflects back on that incredible time with his fans at the height of his career. In this extended interview, he also opens up about his health struggles, and how it felt to share those issues with fans in a recently released memoir. Frampton's latest album, "Frampton Forgets the Words," is also out now, and he discusses the possibilities for his final farewell tour that was supposed to hit the road in 2020. Don't miss the legendary Peter Frampton on Newsday's "The Buzz"  out now! 


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A DC comics fan all his life, David Dastmalchian used to dream of a role like this: Polka-Dot Man in "The Suicide Squad." The actor, previously known for his work in "Ant-Man" and "The Dark Knight," joins "The Buzz" just before the premiere of the expected box office hit. Critics have been calling Polka-Dot Man the breakout star of the action-packed film, and the actor talks about how ready he is to share it with the world. Dastmalchian dishes on what it's like working with A-listers Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, and more, and how exactly those action scenes were shot. Check out David Dastmalchian this week on 'The Buzz!'


'The Buzz': David Dastmalchian talks about 'The Suicide Squad'

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Victoria Konefal is a first-generation American, an actor on "Days of Our Lives," and now a Daytime Emmy Award winner. The soap opera star joins "The Buzz" this week to talk about her career on one of the longest-running scripted television shows, and how she learned English as a second language growing up in a Polish household in Brooklyn. She also discusses her path to acting, and what she learned at a prestigiou performing arts high school in the city. Konefal, who now  lives in Los Angeles,  frequently comes home to New York to visit family, and she shares her favorite things to do in The Big Apple with us. Check out Victoria Konefal on Newsday's "The Buzz" this week. 


'The Buzz': Victoria Konefal talks about 'Days of Our Lives'

A comic taking New York, and social media by storm, Hannah Berner is a Brooklyn native, but she considers Long Island something of a second home. The comedian and reality television star is on "The Buzz" talking about her most recent stand-up comedy act with her fiance at Governor's Comedy Club in Levittown, and where on Long Island "The Housebroken Tour" will take her next. The former "Summer House" star  also dishes on what it was like shooting in the Hamptons with her friends, and where her favorite spots are to visit.  Check out Hannah Berner's episode of "The Buzz," out now! 


'The Buzz': Hannah Berner talks moving from 'Summer House' to stand-up

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Marvel’s "Black Widow" comes to theaters July 9 and one of the movie's stars, O-T Fagbenle, joins us on The Buzz to talk  about it. Fagbenle shares behind the scenes details about the stunt creation process for the highly anticipated movie, and what it’s been like working opposite  Scarlett Johansson. The award-winning actor also discusses his work on Season 4 of “The Handmaid’s Tale” and the series’ continued success. Fagbenle is currently shooting Showtime’s upcoming drama series “The First Lady,” in which he plays former President Barack Obama. 


'The Buzz': O-T Fagbenle talks about 'Black Widow'

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Kyla Carter is not like most high school sophomores. The Sayville native juggles her school work with writing and releasing new music, acting on Broadway, and starring in an animated television series. The teenager joins "The Buzz" this week to talk about the latest release from the Trollstopia universe, and what it's been like growing up in the world of the performing arts. At just 5 years old, Carter entered show business, and never looked back. Plus, the actress and singer shares her favorite spot on Long Island, especially come summer! Be sure to check out Kyla Carter's episode of "The Buzz," out now. 


'The Buzz': LI teen Kyla Carter talks about starring in new Trolls series

LI teen Kyla Carter talks about starring in new Trolls series

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'Clueless' star from LI talks about her new memoir

Navy SEAL and author who was part of Bin Laden raid talks about his service

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New LI 'High School Musical' star talks joining beloved Disney franchise

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LI's Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley look forward to Broadway's return

NY's new 'Queen of Country' performs on 'The Buzz'

'The Buzz': A performance by NY's new 'Queen of Country,' Jessica Lynn

Alexa Ray Joel talks new single and her favorite LI spots

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'The Buzz': Catching up with 'Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner

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LI's Candice Night talks new Blackmore’s Night album

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LI's Luke Islam, 14, talks starring role in new Disney+ series

'The Buzz': Jake Borelli of 'Grey's Anatomy' talks breaking barriers, on screen and off

'The Buzz': Ali Skovbye talks co-starring with Katherine Heigl in Netflix's 'Firefly Lane'

'The Buzz': All Elite Wrestling star Cody Rhodes talks about judging 'Go-Big Show'

'The Buzz': Kelly Mi Li of Netflix's 'Bling Empire'

'The Buzz': Talking with Danielle Bernstein of fashion blog We Wore What

'The Buzz': 'Big Bang Theory's' Mayim Bialik talks about new show

'The Buzz': Talking with Darlene the 'Queen of Christmas'

'The Buzz': Talking with 'Safety' star Hunter Sansone about the true story behind the Disney movie

'The Buzz': Music is a family affair for LI singer, TikTok star

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Newsday Live presents a special discussion with New York Giants safety Elijah Riley, hosted by Newsday High School Sports Editor Gregg Sarra. The Port Jefferson native sits down to talk about his path to the gridiron and goals for the future.

Newsday Live Conversations: New York Giants safety and LI native Elijah Riley

This is the sort of action movie Hollywood made frequently during the 1990s.

 'Carry-On': Welcome action-movie throwback

For Jews on Long Island, the "brilliant" holiday song is a source of pride.

Adam Sandler's 'Chanukah Song' still funukkah at 30

The business anchor was one of the network's first hires.

Neil Cavuto exiting Fox News after 28 years

"Baby Reindeer," "Shōgun," and longtime CBS police drama "Blue Bloods" are on Verne's list. 

Our critic's top 10 TV shows of 2024

Explore pop culture anniversaries in 2025, from "The Golden Girls" to "Toy Story," marking milestones in entertainment history.

'Toy Story' turns 30, 'The Golden Girls' are 40 and 'The Jeffersons' are 50: 25 pop culture anniversaries in 2025

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A court order will allow more than 300 residents at Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation to stay there, for now, after they faced evacuation threats earlier this week.

Judge issues temporary restraining order for residents of Woodbury nursing home

Gilgo Beach Task Force investigators say accused Gilgo killer Rex Heuermann exhibited a "persistent interest" in the case before his arrest. Newsday Suffolk County Courts Reporter Grant Parpan has the story.

'He saved a newspaper article from 30 years before his arrest'

Frank Agoglia, a WW2 vet who jumped behind enemy lines on D-Day, recieved the French Legion of Honor. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

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Luigi Mangione landed at MacArthur Airport on his way to New York City to face murder charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson after waiving extradition Thursday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Luigi Mangione ordered held without bail in NYC

Nassau officials are seeking federal authority to ticket drone operators or take the devices down. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'We also want federal legislation that would allow us to issue a federal summons'

Dylan Martini of Wantagh said he was honored to win Newsday's Thorp Award, given out at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury Monday.

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A judge is considering a request by the New York Attorney General's Office for a temporary restraining order to block an "emergency evacuation" of a Woodbury nursing home. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Judge's decision expected Friday

Michael Koutsoubis bought 10 acres of Manorville in the 1980s, which he turned into his home and his Christmas tree farm. Newsday real estate reporter Arielle Dollinger gets a tour of the property.

Christmas tree farmer: 'This is my happy'

The money will go to 12 former Bay Shore students who had accused the district of failing to protect them from alleged sexual abuse by elementary school teacher Thomas Bernagozzi.

Decades after alleged teacher abuse, $35M in settlements OKd

A jury found the Bay Shore Union Free School District liable for failing to investigate sex abuse allegations against former teacher Thomas Bernagozzi. 

Jury unanimously agreed the district was 100% liable 

Ex-LI teacher is facing new child pornography charges after investigators found negatives of nude photographs he took of a former student. 

Ex-LI teacher accused of sexual abuse facing new pornography charges

A settlement was reached in a lawsuit against the Bay Shore school district in an alleged sexual assault case involving former teacher Thomas Bernagozzi.

Update: Lawsuit against Bay Shore school district

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