What to look for at the 97th Academy Awards as a topsy-turvy Oscar season concludes
Sunday’s Academy Awards, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, will bring to a close one of the most unpredictable…
How AI was used in the making of some of this year's Oscar favorites
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How AI was used in the making of some of this year's Oscar favorites
At this year’s Oscars, there is a subplot of controversy over the use of artificial intelligence in the production of…
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone dies in car crash at age 63
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song “Wish I Didn't…
Singer David Johansen, last surviving member of the New York Dolls, dies at 75
David Johansen, the wiry, gravelly-voiced singer and last surviving member of the glam and protopunk band the New York Dolls who…
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Oscar nominee Fernanda Torres on the emotion behind her role in 'I'm Still Here'
The Brazilian film “I’m Still Here,” based on a true story, will be vying for the Academy Awards for Best…
Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa tested negative for carbon monoxide, sheriff says
Preliminary autopsy results didn’t determine how Oscar-winner Gene Hackman and his wife died at their home in Santa Fe, New…
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Remembering the life and legendary career of actor Gene Hackman
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman is dead at the age of 95. Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead…
Acclaimed actor Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog found dead in New Mexico home, authorities say
The gruff but beloved Hackman was among the most accomplished actors of his generation, appearing as villains, heroes and antiheroes…
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Cultural impact of Black men's fashion in the spotlight at upcoming Met Gala
This spring, the Met Gala in New York, one of the bigger fashion events of the year, will highlight the…
Actor Michelle Trachtenberg of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Harriet the Spy' fame dies at 39
Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor known for “Gossip Girl,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Harriet the Spy” died Wednesday. She was…
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A Brief But Spectacular take on navigating an unpredictable industry
Ahead of the Academy Awards, we're looking at essential people in Hollywood we don’t see, often referred to as working…
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer and influential performer, dies at 88
She died at home surrounded by her family, publicist Elaine Schock said in a statement. Flack announced in 2022 she…
'Conclave' cast celebrates with generations of big stars after big SAG Awards win
As the cast of "Conclave" descended steps leading to backstage at the Shrine Auditorium, they got a fresh round of…
Soul singer Jerry 'Iceman' Butler, whose hits included 'Only the Strong Survive,' dies at 85
Jerry Butler, a premier soul singer of the 1960s and after whose rich, intimate baritone graced such hits as "For…
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Cimafunk describes his unique sound and how he's bringing Cuban music to the world
Cimafunk, a 35-year-old musician dubbed a "global ambassador" for Cuban music, has earned Grammy nominations three years in a row.…