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Key Oscar moments, from Zoe Saldaña's emotional win and 'Oz' opening to Kieran Culkin's baby wish
Read full article: Key Oscar moments, from Zoe Saldaña's emotional win and 'Oz' opening to Kieran Culkin's baby wishAfter accepting the Oscar for best supporting actress for her work in “Emilia Pérez,” Zoe Saldaña spoke emotionally about her family and her grandmother, tearing up during her speech.
Oscars' choreographer Mandy Moore on 'Wicked' opening, Quincy Jones and that salute to James Bond
Read full article: Oscars' choreographer Mandy Moore on 'Wicked' opening, Quincy Jones and that salute to James BondThe Academy Awards' choreographer Mandy Moore had a real challenge for the 2025 Oscars.
Freeman praises Gene Hackman, Goldberg and Winfrey give love to Quincy Jones in Oscars tributes
Read full article: Freeman praises Gene Hackman, Goldberg and Winfrey give love to Quincy Jones in Oscars tributesThe Oscars included a somber elegy for Gene Hackman and a joyful tribute to Quincy Jones.
Strip club Cinderella story 'Anora' wins best picture at 97th Academy Awards
Read full article: Strip club Cinderella story 'Anora' wins best picture at 97th Academy Awards"Anora,” a strip-club Cinderella story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, handing Sean Baker’s gritty, Brooklyn-set screwball farce Hollywood’s top prize.
'Chicken Shop Date' creator Amelia Dimoldenberg brings flirty awkwardness to the Oscars red carpet
Read full article: 'Chicken Shop Date' creator Amelia Dimoldenberg brings flirty awkwardness to the Oscars red carpet“Chicken Shop Date” creator Amelia Dimoldenberg is returning to the Oscars red carpet for the second year.
Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the show
Read full article: Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the showLast year’s Oscars was by all accounts a successful show, with memorable performances and unscripted moments, and a winning movie that most people had seen.
Oscar nominees gather for a chummy night of cocktails, dinner and the annual class picture
Read full article: Oscar nominees gather for a chummy night of cocktails, dinner and the annual class pictureFive days before the Academy Awards, nearly every nominee gathered for a cocktail reception, dinner and class picture that served as a sort of Oscars orientation.
What will win at a nailbiter Oscars? AP's film writers make their predictions
Read full article: What will win at a nailbiter Oscars? AP's film writers make their predictionsBy the time the Oscars wind around after months of other award shows and constant handicapping, the prizes can feel almost predetermined.
'Conclave' cast celebrates with Timothée Chalamet and Ariana Grande after big SAG Awards win
Read full article: 'Conclave' cast celebrates with Timothée Chalamet and Ariana Grande after big SAG Awards winThe cast of “Conclave” has accepted congratulations from generations of big stars backstage at the Screen Actors Guild Awards.
SAG Awards presenters will include Grande, Chalamet, Erivo and Yeoh
Read full article: SAG Awards presenters will include Grande, Chalamet, Erivo and YeohAriana Grande, Timothée Chalamet, Selena Gomez, Mikey Madison and other stars of the top Screen Actors Guild Awards film nominees will be among the presenters at Sunday’s ceremony.
'Conclave' wins best picture at BAFTAs as 'The Brutalist' takes directing and acting prizes
Read full article: 'Conclave' wins best picture at BAFTAs as 'The Brutalist' takes directing and acting prizesPapal thriller “Conclave” won four prizes including best picture at the British Academy Film Awards, at a ceremony with no single dominant winner, “The Brutalist” also won four trophies on Sunday including best director for Brady Corbet.
Female protagonists reach parity with men in top-grossing films of 2024
Read full article: Female protagonists reach parity with men in top-grossing films of 2024For the first time in recent history, the percentage of top-grossing films featuring female protagonists equaled the percentage of films with male protagonists, according to a pair of annual studies released Tuesday.
Fire relief, Quincy Jones tributes and new talent energize the 50th annual pre-Grammy benefit gala
Read full article: Fire relief, Quincy Jones tributes and new talent energize the 50th annual pre-Grammy benefit galaMusic mogul Clive Davis has held his annual, star-studded pre-Grammys gala at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
FireAid, with Billie Eilish and Lady Gaga, is the latest in a long line of massive benefit concerts
Read full article: FireAid, with Billie Eilish and Lady Gaga, is the latest in a long line of massive benefit concertsFireAid, featuring Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Sting, Red Hot Chili Peppers and others in a fundraiser for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief efforts, is the latest event to combine music and philanthropy.
Participate or keep it quiet? Recent sing-alongs tap into larger discussion on moviegoing etiquette
Read full article: Participate or keep it quiet? Recent sing-alongs tap into larger discussion on moviegoing etiquetteAs movie theaters have worked to entice Americans back to the silver screen, the industry has marketed blockbuster films like ″Wicked” as cultural events.
'Wicked' tops SAG Awards nominations as many big names are snubbed
Read full article: 'Wicked' tops SAG Awards nominations as many big names are snubbed“Wicked” topped nominations to the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards on Wednesday, landing a leading five nominations including best ensemble, and individual nods for Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey.
'The Brutalist,' 'Emilia Perez' triumph at Golden Globes
Read full article: 'The Brutalist,' 'Emilia Perez' triumph at Golden GlobesTwo wildly audacious films — Brady Corbet’s 215-minute postwar epic “The Brutalist” and Jacques Audiard’s Spanish language, genre-shifting trans musical “Emilia Perez” — have won top honors at the 82nd Golden Globes.
Kidman gives tearful dedication to late mother as film stars gather for heartfelt Palm Springs gala
Read full article: Kidman gives tearful dedication to late mother as film stars gather for heartfelt Palm Springs galaNicole Kidman has given a long-awaited dedication to her late mother at the Palm Springs Film Festival's 36th annual International Film Awards.
'Sonic 3' bests 'Mufasa: The Lion King' at the box office
Read full article: 'Sonic 3' bests 'Mufasa: The Lion King' at the box officeIn the holiday season battle of big-budget family movies, Paramount Pictures’ “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” sped past the Walt Disney Co.’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” to take the top spot at the box office.
Keynote Selena Gomez spotlights prioritizing mental health during Academy Women's Luncheon
Read full article: Keynote Selena Gomez spotlights prioritizing mental health during Academy Women's LuncheonWhile surveying a room packed with Hollywood’s most influential figures, “Emilia Pérez” star Selena Gomez took center stage at the Academy Women’s Luncheon to spotlight a critical issue: Prioritizing mental health and supporting underserved communities often left behind in the conversation.
'Emilia Pérez' leads Golden Globe nominations with 10, followed by 'The Brutalist' and 'Conclave'
Read full article: 'Emilia Pérez' leads Golden Globe nominations with 10, followed by 'The Brutalist' and 'Conclave'Jacques Audiard’s audacious musical “Emilia Pérez,” about a Mexican drug lord who undergoes gender affirming surgery, led nominations to the 82nd Golden Globes on Monday, scoring a leading 10 nods.
Lawsuit against UK security agency by survivors of Ariana Grande concert bombing is rejected
Read full article: Lawsuit against UK security agency by survivors of Ariana Grande concert bombing is rejectedA special tribunal has rejected a legal claim against Britain’s domestic intelligence agency by more than 300 survivors of a bombing that killed 22 people at a 2017 Ariana Grande concert in Manchester.
What to stream: 'The Piano Lesson,' 'Wicked' album, 'Spellbound' and 'Cruel Intentions' TV series
Read full article: What to stream: 'The Piano Lesson,' 'Wicked' album, 'Spellbound' and 'Cruel Intentions' TV seriesThe animated movie “Spellbound” with a heroine voiced by Rachel Zegler and Denzel Washington’s son Malcolm directing August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” for Netflix are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
Ethan Slater landing the role of Boq in 'Wicked' has an element of magic to it
Read full article: Ethan Slater landing the role of Boq in 'Wicked' has an element of magic to itEthan Slater, best known for his Tony-nominated starring role in Broadway's “SpongeBob SquarePants” brings his talent to the big screen in the musical adaptation of “Wicked," out Nov. 22.
Mattel says it 'deeply' regrets misprint on 'Wicked' dolls packaging that links to porn site
Read full article: Mattel says it 'deeply' regrets misprint on 'Wicked' dolls packaging that links to porn siteToy giant Mattel says it “deeply” regrets an error on the packaging of its “Wicked” movie-themed dolls, which mistakenly links toy buyers to a pornographic website.
Father and daughter win $58,000 in lawsuit against man who claimed Manchester Arena bombing was hoax
Read full article: Father and daughter win $58,000 in lawsuit against man who claimed Manchester Arena bombing was hoaxA father and daughter disabled by a suicide bomber who killed 22 people after an Ariana Grande concert in England in 2017 have been awarded $58,000 against a former television producer who claimed the tragedy was a hoax.
When others ran from the musical, Jon M. Chu and 'Wicked' embraced it
Read full article: When others ran from the musical, Jon M. Chu and 'Wicked' embraced it“Musical” has been a dirty word in marketing some recent song-and-dance studio films, but there’s no avoiding it in bringing “Wicked” to the big screen.
Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces
Read full article: Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many facesSimone Biles stole the show at the Paris Olympics with a captivating comeback that had everyone watching everything she did both in and out of the gymnasium.
Scooter Braun says he’s no longer a music manager, will focus on Hybe duties and his children
Read full article: Scooter Braun says he’s no longer a music manager, will focus on Hybe duties and his childrenScooter Braun, one of the most recognizable names in the music business known for representing artists like Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande, will no longer work as a music manager.
The ‘Wicked’ trailer is here and it’s even more magical than anticipated
Read full article: The ‘Wicked’ trailer is here and it’s even more magical than anticipatedMy fellow Ozians, the moment we’ve been waiting for it finally here. The first theatrical trailer for part one of the “Wicked” movie was released Wednesday afternoon, and it is nothing short of magical.
What Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse can tell us about the public domain and remix culture
Read full article: What Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse can tell us about the public domain and remix cultureWinnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse have recently entered the public domain, making it possible for artists to use them freely.
Survivors of 2017 Ariana Grande concert bombing take legal action against UK intelligence agency
Read full article: Survivors of 2017 Ariana Grande concert bombing take legal action against UK intelligence agencyMore than 250 survivors of the bombing that killed 22 people at an Ariana Grande concert are taking legal action against the U.K.'s domestic intelligence agency.
Universal Pictures teases ‘Wicked’ and announces ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’
Read full article: Universal Pictures teases ‘Wicked’ and announces ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’With the dust settled from a big 2023, winning best picture and topping the box office, Universal Pictures is looking to the future.
What to stream this weekend: Ariana Grande, 'Wonka,' Garth Brooks, animal queens and 'Poor Things'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Ariana Grande, 'Wonka,' Garth Brooks, animal queens and 'Poor Things'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include a new album from pop princess Ariana Grande, a docuseries on National Geographic that follows female leaders of the animal kingdom and the Emma Stone-led “Poor Things” landing on Hulu, just in time for the Academy Awards.
Pete Davidson admits he was high on ketamine during Aretha Franklin’s 2018 funeral in Detroit
Read full article: Pete Davidson admits he was high on ketamine during Aretha Franklin’s 2018 funeral in DetroitPete Davidson made some pretty wild admissions during his new Netflix comedy special that was recently released.
Ariana Grande announces new album arriving in 2024, her first since 2020′s ‘Positions’
Read full article: Ariana Grande announces new album arriving in 2024, her first since 2020′s ‘Positions’Thank you, next: Ariana Grande announced on Wednesday that her new album, titled “eternal sunshine,” will be released on March 8.
Law Roach, the image architect, rethinks his own image with a New York Fashion Week show
Read full article: Law Roach, the image architect, rethinks his own image with a New York Fashion Week showLaw Roach collaborated with luxury Indian husband and wife designers Falguni Shane Peacock as creative director for their “2.0” collection that debuted at New York Fashion Week Monday.
Thank goodness for these sneak peaks of the ‘Wicked’ movie
Read full article: Thank goodness for these sneak peaks of the ‘Wicked’ movieWe’re not getting part one of the highly anticipated “Wicked” movie until November of 2024, so I will take any kind of sneak peak or update on the filming, even if that includes behind-the-scenes videos and photos.
MI5 lost chance to stop Grande concert attack, inquiry says
Read full article: MI5 lost chance to stop Grande concert attack, inquiry saysAn inquiry has found that Britain’s domestic intelligence agency didn't act swiftly enough on key information and missed a significant opportunity to prevent the suicide bombing that killed 22 people at a 2017 Ariana Grande concert in northwest England.
Jennette McCurdy rises above childhood trauma with new book
Read full article: Jennette McCurdy rises above childhood trauma with new bookJennette McCurdy, who co-starred in Nickelodeon shows “iCarly” and its spin-off “Sam & Cat” opposite Miranda Cosgrove and Ariana Grande, has written a book called “I'm Glad My Mom Died.”.
Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson departing from 'SNL'
Read full article: Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson departing from 'SNL'Kate McKinnon and Pete Davidson are among those departing from “Saturday Night Live,” leaving the sketch institution without arguably its two most famous names after Saturday's finale of its 47th season.
EXPLAINER: What Elon Musk at Twitter might mean for users
Read full article: EXPLAINER: What Elon Musk at Twitter might mean for usersTesla CEO Elon Musk now has a 9% stake in Twitter and a seat on its corporate board of directors, raising questions about how the billionaire business magnate could reshape the social media platform.
Q&A: Hit-Boy talks Grammy producer nod, rapper aspirations
Read full article: Q&A: Hit-Boy talks Grammy producer nod, rapper aspirationsHit-Boy won top Grammy rap honors with some of hip-hop’s biggest heavyweights, from Jay-Z, Kanye West, known as Ye, to Nas, and now he is ascending into a new musical weight class as a producer.
‘Summer of Soul,’ ‘Drive My Car’ make Oscars shortlist
Read full article: ‘Summer of Soul,’ ‘Drive My Car’ make Oscars shortlistDocumentaries about Julia Child, “Black Woodstock,” the pandemic and The Velvet Underground and acclaimed international films like Japan’s “Drive My Car,” Iran’s “A Hero” and Norway’s “The Worst Person in the World” just got a little closer to scoring Oscar nominations.
This Christmas playlist is perfect for any occasion this holiday season
Read full article: This Christmas playlist is perfect for any occasion this holiday seasonYou’ve got chestnuts roasting on an open fire, the mistletoe is hung and the snacks are out, but one thing is missing: Some classic Christmas tunes to set the mood.
Hitmakers BTS stamp their authority on American Music Awards
Read full article: Hitmakers BTS stamp their authority on American Music AwardsSouth Korean superstars BTS were crowned artist of the year at the American Music Awards on Sunday, brushing aside challenges from Taylor Swift, Drake and The Weeknd as they took home a total of three awards.
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UK terror-prevention program questioned after lawmaker slain
Read full article: UK terror-prevention program questioned after lawmaker slainThe killing of British lawmaker David Amess is once again fueling concern about a government program aimed at preventing at-risk young people from becoming radicalized.
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Emporio Armani celebrates 40 years during Milan Fashion Week
Read full article: Emporio Armani celebrates 40 years during Milan Fashion WeekGiorgio Armani has celebrated 40 years of his Emporio Armani line with a retrospective show at his Silos museum and a collection for youthful dressers that brimmed with colorful optimism.
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Justin Bieber leads nominees for 2021 MTV Video Music Awards
Read full article: Justin Bieber leads nominees for 2021 MTV Video Music AwardsJustin Bieber leads this year’s list of nominees at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards, followed closely by Megan Thee Stallion, Billie Eilish, BTS, Doja Cat, Drake, Giveon, Lil Nas X and first-time nominee Olivia Rodrigo.
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New this week: Whales, 'LFG,' 'Mysterious Benedict Society'
Read full article: New this week: Whales, 'LFG,' 'Mysterious Benedict Society'This week’s new entertainment releases includes Conan O’Brien closing out his TBS late-night show and the new soccer documentary “LFG,” a revealing look at the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team’s battle for equal pay.
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Inquiry slams security faults before Manchester Arena attack
Read full article: Inquiry slams security faults before Manchester Arena attackA public inquiry into a mass attack at a 2017 Ariana Grade concert in northwest England has found that “serious shortcomings” by venue operators, security staff and police helped a suicide bomber who killed 22 people carry out his “evil intentions.”.
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Billboard Awards: 16 nods for Weeknd, 6 for Morgan Wallen
Read full article: Billboard Awards: 16 nods for Weeknd, 6 for Morgan WallenThe Weeknd was snubbed by the Grammys but he’s the leading nominee at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, where rappers Pop Smoke and Juice WRLD earned multiple posthumous nominations, including top artist.
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Ariana Grande joining 'The Voice' for season 21 as a coach
Read full article: Ariana Grande joining 'The Voice' for season 21 as a coachFILE - In this Dec. 6, 2018 file photo, Ariana Grande attends the 13th annual Billboard Women in Music event in New York. NBC said Tuesday that Grande will join the Emmy-winning series "The Voice" for its fall 2021 cycle. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – “The Voice" is switching their positions for Ariana Grande: the pop star is taking her seat in the coach's chair later this year. NBC said Tuesday that Grande will join the Emmy-winning series for its fall 2021 cycle. The 20th season of “The Voice" is currently on air and features those three singers along with Nick Jonas.
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New this week: Godzilla vs Kong, 'Concrete Cowboy' & Mahalia
Read full article: New this week: Godzilla vs Kong, 'Concrete Cowboy' & MahaliaThis combination photo shows poster art for the film "Godzilla vs Kong," premiering on HBO Max on March 31, left, "Concrete Cowboy," premiering April 2 on Netflix and "Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia," premiering April 3 on Lifetime. (HBO Max/Netflix/Lifetime via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— Two of cinema’s most famous giants are headed for an old-fashioned big budget clash in “Godzilla vs. Kong,” available on HBO Max for 31 days starting Friday. After a pandemic-induced blockbuster drought, Henry told the AP that the film will be a welcome change of pace. Ad— Legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson gets overdue biopic attention in a Lifetime film debuting Saturday.
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After top Grammy win, singer H.E.R. is heading to the Oscars
Read full article: After top Grammy win, singer H.E.R. is heading to the Oscars(Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)NEW YORK – A night after winning the top Grammy Award for songwriting, R&B singer H.E.R. Leslie Odom Jr. will also compete for best original song with “Speak Now” from “One Night in Miami...," which he wrote with Sam Ashworth. AdSongs by John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Janelle Monae and Robert Glasper were shortlisted for best original song but didn't make the final cut. The duo of Reznor and Ross have won a number of awards for their scoring work, including an Oscar, Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe. Terence Blanchard (“Da 5 Bloods"), Emile Mosseri (“Minari") and James Newton Howard (“News of the World") round out the best original score nominees.
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BTS on 1st Grammy nod: 'It’s hard to express in words'
Read full article: BTS on 1st Grammy nod: 'It’s hard to express in words'FILE - Members BTS pose for photos during the Golden Disk Awards in Seoul, South Korea, on Jan. 5, 2020. Now, the gift has returned to them — in the form of their first Grammy nomination. “‘Dynamite’ gave us huge success in Korea, of course, a Grammy nomination, a performance, so you know, life is really interesting." “It’s really hard to express in words,” Jimin said of the nomination. They said the Grammy nomination does create some pressure for the next batch of songs they produce, but they’re not letting the success get to their heads.
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New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice Awards
Read full article: New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice AwardsThis combination photo shows key art for the Acorn TV series "Bloodlands," premiering March 15, left, key art for the Apple TV+ film "Cherry," center, and key art for Nickelodeons "Kids Choice Awards," hosted by Kenan Thompson and airing on March 13. (Acorn TV/Apple TV+/Nickelodeon via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Ad—AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— The 2021 Grammys will hand out 84 awards Sunday, but what’s more exciting? Other performers include Chris Martin, John Mayer, Doja Cat, Maren Morris, DaBaby, HAIM, Lil Baby, Brandi Carlile, Roddy Ricch, Brittany Howard, Miranda Lambert, Mickey Guyton and Black Pumas. Ad— Grown-ups don’t have a lock on awards shows, as Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards proves once again.