Ben Platt speaks on challenging himself through a variety of types of work and recalls what it felt like to write his first song for his debut album, "Sing to Me Instead."
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April 1, 11am EDT
Haley Reinhart
April 1, 11am EDTHaley Reinhart
Haley Reinhart’s talent was first recognized during her success on American Idol in 2011. Since then, she has blazed a career for herself. Her new album, "Lo-Fi Soul," embodies her beguiling vocals and captures the timelessness of a fading chapter in Hollywood's glittering history and melds it with soulful sincerity. -
April 1, 12pm EDT
BUILD Brunch w/ Brian Solis
April 1, 12pm EDTBUILD Brunch w/ Brian Solis
Digital entertainment program BUILD Series takes its popular and extensive live interview show to the next level, adding a new, daily morning talk show “BUILD Brunch," as BUILD Series continues its commitment to bring its fans closer to culture. Airing weekdays at 11am live on BUILDseries.com/Brunch, it will feature a roundtable of diverse, young and influential personalities speaking to breaking news, hot topics and the latest in entertainment. Brian Solis joins the table to talk about his book, "Lifescale: How to Live a More Creative, Productive, and Happy Life." -
April 1, 1pm EDT
Jake Owen
April 1, 1pm EDTJake Owen
"Greetings from...Jake" is a passion filled album highlight imbued with Jake Owne's signature brand of laid-back country cool, the candlelit jam features sandy-smooth guitars, a patient romantic pulse and Owen’s suave vocal styling. All about letting Jack take care of the whiskey, letting Cash take care of the throwback tunes … and letting Owen handle whatever’s left. Teaming back up with award-winning producer Joey Moi, this new album marks the seven-time chart-topper’s first major record release since signing with Big Loud. -
April 1, 3pm EDT
Lisa Whelchel
April 1, 3pm EDTLisa Whelchel
MeTV Network, America's No. 1 classic television network, proudly presents its first original TV series, "Collector's Call." Hosted by Lisa Whelchel (Blair on "The Facts of Life"), the 13-episode unscripted series introduces viewers to some of the biggest collectors of pop culture memorabilia in the country. While touring these extensive collections and learning about the collector's fascination with their chosen items, Whelchel enlists the help of professional appraisers and experts to put an estimated value on the collection's worth. -
April 1, 3:45pm EDT
Sofia Carson
In Beacon Heights, a seemingly perfect town, a group of three college friends struggle with the stress of being overachievers. In the aftermath of the town’s first murder, each Perfectionist hides behind a secret, a lie and an alibi. Join Sofia Carson (Disney's "Descendants") at BUILD to talk about the new Freeform series, "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists." -
April 1, 5:30pm EDT
CNCO
Since their inception a few years ago, the Latin Grammy-nominated pop phenomenon, CNCO has conquered the music industry as one of the most important hit-making groups today. Comprised of five young Latinos: Christopher (Ecuador), ErickBrian (Cuba), Joel (Mexico), Richard (Dominican Republic) and Zabdiel (Puerto Rico). The group emerged from Univision's musical competition "La Banda," which was executive-produced by Simon Cowell's SYCO Entertainment, the global icon Ricky Martin, Univisión Communications Inc. and Haim Saban's Saban Brands. CNCO takes the BUILD stage to chat about their latest single, "Pretend," and perform a few songs. -
April 2, 11am EDT
Matthew Gray Gubler
"Rumple Buttercup" is a unique and inspiring tale about embracing individuality, written and illustrated by "Criminal Minds" actor/director, Matthew Gray Gubler. Rumple Buttercup has five crooked teeth, three strands of hair, green skin, and his left foot is slightly bigger than his right. He is weird. In the book, he and Candy Corn Carl (his imaginary friend made of trash) learn the joy of individuality as well as the magic of belonging. -
April 2, 12pm EDT
BUILD Brunch w/ Cynthia Bailey
April 2, 12pm EDTBUILD Brunch w/ Cynthia Bailey
Digital entertainment program BUILD Series takes its popular and extensive live interview show to the next level, adding a new, daily morning talk show “BUILD Brunch," as BUILD Series continues its commitment to bring its fans closer to culture. Airing weekdays at 11am live on BUILDseries.com/Brunch, it will feature a roundtable of diverse, young and influential personalities speaking to breaking news, hot topics and the latest in entertainment. Cynthia Bailey of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" joins the table. -
April 2, 3pm EDT
Regina Hall, Issa Rae & Marsai Martin
April 2, 3pm EDTRegina Hall, Issa Rae & Marsai Martin
"Little" is an irreverent new comedy about the price of success, the power of sisterhood and having a second chance to grow up — and glow up — right. Stars Regina Hall, Issa Rae and Marsai Martin stop by BUILD to chat about the film. -
April 2, 4pm EDT
Melissa Joan Hart
April 2, 4pm EDTMelissa Joan Hart
"No Good Nick" follows 13-year-old Nick, short for Nicole, who infiltrates a family with the intention to get revenge on them for unknowingly ruining her life. As she gets to know the family, she will find compassion for them and will struggle with whether or not she can ultimately go through with the plan. Melissa Joan Hart comes to chat about the Netflix Original show. -
April 2, 5pm EDT
Carice van Houten, "Game of Thrones"
April 2, 5pm EDTCarice van Houten, "Game of Thrones"
Summers span decades. Winters can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne begins. "Game of Thrones" is based on the bestselling book series by George R.R. Martin and created by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. Join Carice van Houten ("Red Priestess Melisandre") at BUILD as she discusses the eighth and final season of the HBO show. -
April 3, 10am EDT
Hannah Murray, "Game of Thrones"
April 3, 10am EDTHannah Murray, "Game of Thrones"
Summers span decades. Winters can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne begins. "Game of Thrones" is based on the bestselling book series by George R.R. Martin and created by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. BUILD hosts Hannah Murray, who plays the role of Gilly, as she stops by to talk about the last season of the beloved show. -
April 3, 11am EDT
Kevin Kölsch, Dennis Widmyer & Jason Clarke
April 3, 11am EDTKevin Kölsch, Dennis Widmyer & Jason Clarke
Based on the seminal horror novel by Stephen King and directed by Kevin Kölsch and Dennis Widmyer, "Pet Sematary" follows Dr. Louis Creed (Jason Clarke), who, after relocating with his wife Rachel (Amy Seimetz) and their two young children from Boston to rural Maine, discovers a mysterious burial ground hidden deep in the woods near the family's new home. When tragedy strikes, Louis turns to his unusual neighbor, Jud Crandall (John Lithgow), setting off a perilous chain reaction that unleashes an unfathomable evil with horrific consequences. -
April 3, 12pm EDT
BUILD Brunch w/ Geoffrey Zakarian; Abbie Cornish & Jacqueline King
April 3, 12pm EDTBUILD Brunch w/ Geoffrey Zakarian; Abbie Cornish & Jacqueline King
Digital entertainment program BUILD Series takes its popular and extensive live interview show to the next level, adding a new, daily morning talk show “BUILD Brunch," as BUILD Series continues its commitment to bring its fans closer to culture. Airing weekdays at 11am live on BUILDseries.com/Brunch, it will feature a roundtable of diverse, young and influential personalities speaking to breaking news, hot topics and the latest in entertainment. Renowned chef Geoffrey Zakarian as well as Abbie Cornish and Jacqueline King, authors of the cookbook, "Pescan," join the table. -
April 3, 1pm EDT
Kiernan Shipka, Ross Lynch, Gavin Leatherwood & Jaz Sinclair
April 3, 1pm EDTKiernan Shipka, Ross Lynch, Gavin Leatherwood & Jaz Sinclair
Netflix's "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" re-imagines the origin and adventures of Sabrina the Teenage Witch as a dark coming-of-age story that traffics in horror, the occult and, of course, witchcraft. Part 2 finds Sabrina exploring her darker side, curious to learn more about her heritage, while struggling to maintain her friendships in the mortal world. Castmembers Kiernan Shipka, Ross Lynch, Gavin Leatherwood and Jaz Sinclair come to BUILD. -
April 3, 2pm EDT
John Bradley, "Game of Thrones"
Summers span decades. Winters can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne begins. "Game of Thrones" is based on the bestselling book series by George R.R. Martin and created by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. John Bradley, who plays Sam, stops by BUILD to talk the final season of the popular HBO series. -
April 3, 3pm EDT
Emilio Estevez
April 3, 3pm EDTEmilio Estevez
At odds with library officials over how to handle the extreme weather event, the film, "The Public," centers on some homeless patrons who turn the building into a shelter for the night by staging an "Occupy" sit in. What begins as an act of civil disobedience becomes a stand-off with police and a rush-to-judgment media constantly speculating about what's really happening. This David versus Goliath story directed and written by Emilio Estevez tackles some of our nation's most challenging issues, homelessness and mental illness and sets the drama inside one of the last bastions of democracy-in-action: your public library. -
April 3, 4pm EDT
Gigi Gorgeous
April 3, 4pm EDTGigi Gorgeous
Today, Gigi Gorgeous is beloved for her critically-acclaimed documentary, her outrageous sense of humor, her no-holds-barred honesty, and her glam Hollywood lifestyle. Ten years ago, she was a gawky Canadian teen named Gregory. In "He Said, She Said," Gigi brings us on her personal journey from Gregory to Gigi, going deeper than ever before and exposing her vulnerability behind each struggle and triumph, with her signature humor on every page. -
April 3, 5pm EDT
Olivia Holt
Marvel’s "Cloak & Dagger" is the story of Tandy Bowen (Olivia Holt) and Tyrone Johnson (Aubrey Joseph) – two teenagers from very different backgrounds, who find themselves burdened and awakened to newly acquired superpowers which are mysteriously linked to one another. Holt stops by to chat about season 2 of the Freeform show. -
April 4, 11am EDT
The Miz
April 4, 11am EDTThe Miz
For the fourth consecutive year, SNICKERS® serves as the exclusive presenting partner of WrestleMania. SNICKERS®' presenting partnership of WrestleMania once again features WWE Superstars promoting the brand’s popular "You’re Not You When You’re Hungry" campaign in custom content produced by WWE. Join WWE Superstar The Miz as he talks about the partnership and his career. -
April 4, 12pm EDT
BUILD Brunch w/ Maggie Lindemann
April 4, 12pm EDTBUILD Brunch w/ Maggie Lindemann
Digital entertainment program BUILD Series takes its popular and extensive live interview show to the next level, adding a new, daily morning talk show “BUILD Brunch," as BUILD Series continues its commitment to bring its fans closer to culture. Airing weekdays at 11am live on BUILDseries.com/Brunch, it will feature a roundtable of diverse, young and influential personalities speaking to breaking news, hot topics and the latest in entertainment. Musician Maggie Lindemann joins the table to chat about her single, "Friends Go." -
April 4, 1pm EDT
Richard Dormer, "Game of Thrones"
April 4, 1pm EDTRichard Dormer, "Game of Thrones"
Selected by Variety as an "Artist of Distinction," this April, actor and writer Richard Dormer returns for the eighth and final series as the Lightning Lord Beric Dondarrion in HBO's "Game of Thrones." In the explosive conclusion of series seven, viewers were left questioning the fate of the leader of the Brotherhood Without Banners, who so far has been killed in battle six times but kept alive by the Lord of Light, seemingly for a reason. -
April 4, 2pm EDT
Lauren Cohan
"Whiskey Cavalier" is a high-octane, hour-long action dramedy that follows the adventures of tough but tender FBI super-agent Will Chase (code name: “Whiskey Cavalier”), played by Scott Foley. Following an emotional breakup, Chase is assigned to work with badass CIA operative Frankie Trowbridge (code name: “Fiery Tribune”), played by Lauren Cohan. Together, they lead an inter-agency team of flawed, funny and heroic spies who periodically save the world – and each other – while navigating the rocky roads of friendship, romance and office politics. -
April 4, 3pm EDT
Lauren Ash
April 4, 3pm EDTLauren Ash
Lauren Ash stars as Dina, Cloud 9's resident security guard and HR manager, on NBC's comedy "Superstore." Ash comes to chat about the hilarious workplace comedy, about a unique family of employees at a supersized megastore. -
April 4, 4pm EDT
Michelle Gomez
April 4, 4pm EDTMichelle Gomez
"Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" re-imagines the origin and adventures of Sabrina the Teenage Witch as a dark coming-of-age story that traffics in horror, the occult and, of course, witchcraft. Actor Michelle Gomez ( "Madame Satan") stops by BUILD to tell us all about the new season of the hit Netflix Original series. -
April 4, 5pm EDT
Sarah Goldberg
April 4, 5pm EDTSarah Goldberg
"Barry" is a dark comedy starring Bill Hader as a depressed, low-rent hitman from the Midwest. Lonely and dissatisfied in his life, he reluctantly traveled to Los Angeles to execute a hit on an aspiring actor and fell in love with acting himself. He wants to keep his life as an actor, but his criminal past won’t let him walk away. Actress Sarah Goldberg joins BUILD to chat about season 2 of the Emmy-nominated HBO show. -
April 5, 10am EDT
Sarah Stiles
April 5, 10am EDTSarah Stiles
Dorothy Michaels is the biggest sensation to hit Broadway in years. She’s talented, outspoken and an inspiration to everyone around her. In fact, she’s too good to be true. Because squeezed into Dorothy’s sensible pumps is actually Michael Dorsey, an out-of-work actor willing to do anything for a job — even if it means playing way against type. Now, as audiences fall for Dorothy and Michael starts to fall for the woman of his dreams, he's learning that the hardest part of show business isn’t getting to the top... it’s keeping up the act. We sit down with actor Sarah Stiles to talk about her role in the new Broadway show, "Tootsie!" -
April 5, 12pm EDT
BUILD Brunch w/ Paola Alberdi; Erika Jayne
April 5, 12pm EDTBUILD Brunch w/ Paola Alberdi; Erika Jayne
Digital entertainment program BUILD Series takes its popular and extensive live interview show to the next level, adding a new, daily morning talk show “BUILD Brunch," as BUILD Series continues its commitment to bring its fans closer to culture. Airing weekdays at 11am live on BUILDseries.com/Brunch, it will feature a roundtable of diverse, young and influential personalities speaking to breaking news, hot topics and the latest in entertainment. Paola Alberdi, the creative mind behind the fashion platform, Blank Itinerary, and music artist Erika Jayne join the table. -
April 5, 1pm EDT
Jodie Comer
April 5, 1pm EDTJodie Comer
"Killing Eve" is the story of two women, bound by a mutual obsession and one brutal act: Eve, an MI6 operative, and Villanelle (Jodie Comer), the beautiful, psychopathic assassin that she has been tasked to find. Season 2 begins 30 seconds after the final episode of the first season; Eve is reeling and Villanelle has disappeared. Eve has no idea if the woman she stabbed is alive or dead, and now both of them are in deep trouble. Eve has to find Villanelle before someone else does, but unfortunately, she’s not the only person looking for her. -
April 5, 3pm EDT
Joe Dempsie
April 5, 3pm EDTJoe Dempsie
"Deep State" centers around Max Easton, an ex-spy whose past comes back to haunt him when he’s summoned away from his new life in the Pyrenees by George White (Alistair Petrie, "The Night Manager", "Rogue One"), head of covert MI6/CIA team, The Section. White convinces Max to return to the field to avenge the death of his estranged son Harry (Joe Dempsie, "Game of Thrones", "Skins"). But the stakes are soon raised when Max finds himself at the heart of a covert intelligence war, immersed in a widespread conspiracy to profit from the spread of chaos in the Middle East. Max enters into a dangerous game as powerful corporations demonstrate that they are willing to go to great lengths to protect their reputation and bury their secrets. -
April 5, 4pm EDT
Jarrod Spector
April 5, 4pm EDTJarrod Spector
For six straight decades, Cher has been an unstoppable force that has flat-out dominated popular culture — breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries, and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. "The Cher Show" is her story. Tony-nominee Jarrod Spector (Barry Mann in "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical"), who portrays Sonny, joins BUILD to have a conversation about the hit musical.
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The Maine
We were more than okay with having The Maine drop by to pay us a visit! 😌 Find out what went into the band's latest album, "You Are Ok." (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Ben Platt
Ben Platt stole our hearts as Evan Hansen in 2017 and he hasn't given them back! 🥰 Do not miss our talk with the Tony Award-winning actor about the process behind creating his debut album, "Sing to Me Instead." (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Anna Chlumsky
We hate to see "Veep" go but chatting with series star Anna Chlumsky helped a bit.😢 Hear all about what it was like getting back on-set with Julia Louis-Dreyfus & wrapping the show. (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Steve Earle
It's not every day we have someone as legendary as Steve Earle take the stage to chat AND perform. Be sure to check out our conversation with him and his performance. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Daveed Diggs, Suzan Lori-Parks & Thomas Sadoski
They came to talk about "White Noise" but this conversation was anything but. Make sure to tune in to our profound talk about race and more with Daveed Diggs, Thomas Sadoski & playwright/director Suzan Lori-Parks. (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Paul Scheer
New phone, who dis?! 😎 We had a blast chatting with the hilarious Paul Scheer about his role on the wild, fun Showtime series, "Black Monday." Tune in! (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Morena Baccarin
Morena Baccarin has a heart of gold to match her good looks! 🥰 The "Gotham" and "Deadpool" star opened up about her work with the International Rescue Committee and why it resonates with her so much. (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
AJR
It was a family affair with these three talented artists! The brother bandmates of AJR opened up about what inspired their latest album, "Neotheater," and them musically overall. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Danny DeVito
If this picture doesn't give it away, we have no problem stating how much of a good time we had sitting down and chopping it up with the one and only Danny DeVito. 😂 Check out our talk!
(Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )Jack Dylan Grazer, Zachary Levi, Asher Angel & Mark Strong
One word comes to mind: Shazam! ⚡️ From what it was like on-set to what Marvel character they'd like to face off against, do not miss our awesome chat with the cast of the highly-anticipated DC movie, "Shazam!"
(Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )Calum Worthy & Joey King
The young and talented actors Joey King and Calum Worthy discussed their experience filming the new fascinating Hulu anthology series, "The Act." Be sure to tune in! (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Andy Black
Andy Black took us for a deep dive conversation! He told us all about what inspired his latest and most personal LP, "The Ghost of Ohio." (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Cassie Randolph & Colton Underwood
Love is in the air and it's looking good! 🥰😩 Colton Underwood and his new girlfriend, Cassie Randolph, came by the studio and reflected on their rollercoaster of a ride on "The Bachelor." Don't miss it! (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Ryan Destiny
There's a reason why Ryan Destiny is on a show by the name of "STAR!" 🤩 Find out what the talented musician/actress had to say about working on the FOX series and what's next for her. (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
James Kent & Keira Knightley
The queen of period pieces was among us! 🙇♂️ Keira Knightley and director James Kent took the BUILD stage to discuss their new film, "The Aftermath." (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Andrew Rannells
No lie, Andrew Rannells is as sweet as he looks! So, needless to say, it was a pleasure to sit down and chat with him about his new memoir, "Too Much Is Not Enough." Watch! (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Cole Sprouse & Haley Lu Richardson
Hands down two of the best and most young actors working today! 🙌 Don't miss our talk with Cole Delbyck and Haley Lu Richardson about "Five Feet Apart," their touching new film. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Hoda Kotb
To know her is to love her and we at BUILD are no exception! 😍 The great Hoda Kotb gave us all the details behind her adorable new children's book, "You Are My Happy." (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Raz-B, Omarion, J-Boog & Fizz of B2K
They still got it! 😎 From working with Diddy on their timeless hit, "Bump, Bump, Bump," to what it was like reuniting, the iconic boy group B2K had us both reminiscing about the 2000s and excited to see what 2019 has in store. Tune in! (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
Bellamy Young
No better guest to have spent International Women's Day with than the genuinely lovely Bellamy Young. Tune in to our talk with her about her work with CARE, her time on "Scandal" and more. She also joined us for an insightful women's panel that you HAVE to watch. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
New Kids on the Block
Nobody else we'd rather hang tough with than the New Kids on the Block. 😎 From their first impressions of each other to their favorite boy bands, don't miss the blast we had chatting it up with Donnie, Danny, Joey, Jordan and Jonathan. (Photo Credit: Noam Galai /BUILD )
BeBe Zahara Benet & Alexis Michelle
At BUILD we 💖 drag, so we obviously jumped at the chance to sit down and chat with Alexis Michelle and BeBe Zahara Benet! Hear all about the crazy, fun time they had filming their TLC special, "Drag Me Down the Aisle." (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Ricky Whittle
"American Gods" is back for season 2 on STARZ and who better to talk about it with than series lead, Ricky Whittle. From his regiment to play the bulky Shadow Moon to what it's like behind-the-scenes, he gave us all the details. (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Tal Wilkenfeld
When you got it, you got it and trust us when we say Tal Wilkenfeld has got IT! 🤩 Be sure to check out her stellar performance and our great talk with the budding young artist about her debut album, "Love Remains." (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Derrick Baskin
If you love The Temptations, which everyone does of course, then you'll love our chat with this swell guy! Derrick Baskin, star of "Ain't Too Proud," told us all about the new musical. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Britt Robertson
Britt Robertson and the Shondaland series, "For the People," are back on ABC for season 2! Find out how the legal drama has changed the actress' view of the world. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Allen Kovac & Nikki Sixx
It's not every day we have a music legend like Nikki Sixx in the studio! 🤘 Check out our talk with him and co-producer Allen Kovac about the candid Netflix biopic of his iconic band, Mötley Crüe. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
Lacey Chabert
Lacey Chabert let us sit with her! 😌 Hear what draws the actress to certain projects and if she'd be up for reprising the role of Gretchen Wieners in a "Mean Girls" reunion. (Photo Credit: Jammi York /BUILD )
Shannon Coffey, Chantal Rochelle & Kevan Kenney
It's that time of the week...#NewMusicFriday! And who better to break down all the new releases of the week than our music experts. Hear what they had to say! (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )
J.K. Simmons
Always a pleasure to have the talented class act J.K. Simmons stop by the studio. We talked with him about his new film, "I'm Not Here," and more. (Photo Credit: Mike Pont /BUILD )