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Associated Press
First Pooh, now Mickey. In public domain, early Mickey Mouse version will star in horror movies
Slashed free of Disney’s copyright as of Monday, the iconic character from “Steamboat Willie” is already the focus of two horror films4 months ago
Jake Coyle, AP Film Writer
‘Wonka’ ends the year No. 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion in post-pandemic best
Hollywood closed out an up and down 2023 with “Wonka” regaining No. 1 at the box office, strong sales for “The Color Purple” and an overall $9 billion in ticket sales that improved on 2022’s grosses but fell about $2 billion shy of pre-pandemic norms.4 months ago
Associated Press
Paula Abdul accuses ‘American Idol’ producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexual assault in lawsuit
Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit accusing former “American Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexually assaulting her in the early 2000s when she was a judge on the reality competition show.4 months ago
Lisa Respers France, CNN
Tom Smothers, one half of famed comedy duo, dies at 86
Comedian Tom Smothers, who with his brother performed as the singing comedy duo the Smothers Brothers, has died, according to a family statement shared by the National Comedy Center.4 months ago
Jordan Valinsky and David Goldman, CNN
Why Amazon just sent you an email about ads on Prime Video
Amazon emailed its millions of Prime members this week, alerting them to an upcoming change to the streaming service that will leave customers with two options: pay more or watch ads.4 months ago
Anna Cooban, CNN
Taylor Swift helps drive UK vinyl sales to highest level since 1990
Sales of vinyl records in the United Kingdom have surged this year to hit the highest level since 1990 — with a little help from Taylor Swift.4 months ago
FRAZIER MOORE and ANDREW DALTON Associated Press
Comedian Tom Smothers, one-half of the Smothers Brothers, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86.4 months ago
Associated Press
Amazon Prime ads on movies and TV shows will begin in late January
If you are an Amazon Prime Video user, get ready to see ads on movies and TV shows starting next month.4 months ago
Jake Coyle, AP Film Writer
Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? ‘Barbie’ success and Marvel struggles may signal a shift
For the first time in more than two decades, the top three movies at the box office this year didn't include a sequel or a remake.4 months ago
Brammhi Balarajan, CNN
Powerball jackpot swells to $685 million for tonight’s drawing
The Powerball jackpot has grown to $685 million, with the next drawing set for Wednesday at 10:59 p.m. ET.4 months ago
Associated Press
South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun of the Oscar-winning film ‘Parasite’ found dead
South Korean police say actor Lee Sun-kyun of the Oscar-winning movie “Parasite” has been found dead.4 months ago
Associated Press
Taylor Swift celebrates Christmas Day by watching Travis Kelce and Chiefs play Las Vegas
Pop superstar Taylor Swift celebrated Christmas Day by watching her boyfriend and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce as they faced the Las Vegas Raiders in an important game for playoff positioning Monday.4 months ago
Alli Rosenbloom, CNN
‘A Christmas Story’ star Peter Billingsley settles ‘Die Hard’ Christmas movie debate
“A Christmas Story” star Peter Billingsley is making a pretty good case on the long-standing debate about whether or not “Die Hard” is a Christmas movie.4 months ago
Andrew Adams
Dolly Parton makes good on Orem man’s bucket list wish
Days after news spread of a dying Orem man’s wish to meet Dolly Parton, the famed singer made that wish come true.4 months ago
Associated Press
Charlie Sheen’s neighbor arrested after being accused of assaulting actor
Charlie Sheen’s neighbor was arrested after being accused of assaulting the actor in a Malibu, California, home this week, authorities said.4 months ago
Associated Press
Federal court revives lawsuit against Nirvana over 1991 ‘Nevermind’ naked baby album cover
A federal appeals court has revived a child sexual exploitation lawsuit filed by the man who appeared naked in a pool as a 4-month-old on the cover of Nirvana's 1991 album "Nevermind."4 months ago
LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer
Oscars shortlists revealed: Here are the films one step closer to nomination
The "Barbie" power ballad "I'm Just Ken" and AP and Frontline's documentary "20 Days in Mariupol" just got one step closer to an Oscar nomination. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Thursday shortlists in 10 categories4 months ago
Peter Rosen
Utah artist painted life and death scenes as metaphors. Then they became all-too-real
A local artist who paints the precarious nature of life found himself in a uncertain waters because of his health.4 months ago
Oliver Darcy, CNN
Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount CEOs discuss possible merger
A potential merger of the two media giants would create an entertainment and news juggernaut.4 months ago
Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press
Actor Jonathan Majors found guilty of assaulting his former girlfriend in car in New York
Actor Jonathan Majors has been convicted of assaulting his former girlfriend during a confrontation in New York City earlier this year.4 months ago
Eva Rothenberg, CNN
‘Wonka’ hits the sweet spot, tops box office on opening weekend
“Wonka,” the whimsical origin story of the fictional chocolatier, secured the top spot in domestic theaters this weekend with an estimated $39 million in sales.4 months ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Water managers determine cause of mysterious yellow water reported in Davis, Weber counties
Water managers say they believe they now know why water turned yellow at several homes across northern Utah last week.5 months ago
Jesse Bedayn, Associated Press
Federal judge denies cattle industry’s request to temporarily halt wolf reintroduction in Colorado
A federal judge has denied a request to halt the reintroduction of gray wolves in Colorado just days away from the predators’ release.5 months ago
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