Brendan Hunt, the Chicago improvisor who became the co-creator of “Ted Lasso” and plays the popular character of Coach Beard on that hit, soccer-themed Apple TV show, will stage a solo show at Steppenwolf Theatre with Broadway as his ultimate aim.

Although a specific release date has not been set, “Ted Lasso” will return for season 4 this summer. The new episodes come more than three years after season 3 of “Ted Lasso” wrapped up in May 2023.

From locker room dynamics to media pressure and team rivalries, the show humorously touches on many real aspects of professional soccer—making it feel both entertaining and oddly authentic, which begs the question: Is "Ted Lasso" based on a true story?

Apple TV+ wasn't going to let Ted Lasso go so easily. The feel-good sports comedy, after all, was the nascent streamer's first bonafide hit series. Based on a character played by Saturday Night Live alum Jason Sudeikis in NBC Sports promos, the series was ...