Entertainment
Lisa Respers France, CNN
Tom Hanks is popping up all over Pittsburgh and surprising residents
Tom Hanks is cementing his reputation as one of the nicest and most down to earth stars by reportedly making time for some residents in Pittsburgh.3 years ago
MIKE SCHNEIDER and BRENDAN FARRINGTON, Associated Press
Disney in balancing act as walkout actions materialize
With some workers across the U.S. staging a walkout, The Walt Disney Co. finds itself performing a high-wire act of balancing the expectations of a diverse workforce against demands from an increasingly polarized and politicized marketplace.3 years ago
LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer
Report: Rachel Zegler invited to present at Oscars
“West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler may get her Oscars moment after all. The 20-year-old actor has been invited to be a presenter at the ceremony, according to a report in The Hollywood Reporter.3 years ago
LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer
‘West Side Story’ star Rachel Zegler not invited to Oscars
Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story” is nominated for seven Academy Awards, including best picture, director and supporting actress for Ariana DeBose. Yet the star of the movie musical was not invited to the Oscars.3 years ago
Associated Press
Here is what you need to know about the 2022 Oscars
Final preparations are underway for the 94th Academy Awards, which are just days away. It's a long awaited return to Hollywood's glamourous normalcy after a muted ceremony and ratings low last year.3 years ago
Associated Press
Iconic Marilyn Monroe image by Worhol estimated at $200M
An iconic image of Marilyn Monroe created by Andy Warhol is coming to auction, with Christie's auction house estimating the price at around $200 million.3 years ago
The Associated Press
Ye no longer performing at Grammys
Ye will not be performing at the Grammys this year. A report published in The Blast said that the musician was told Friday that his act had been pulled from the show, which is set to take place on April 3.3 years ago
LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer
‘The Batman,’ still No. 1, crosses $300 million
“The Batman” is still going strong three weeks into its theatrical run, with a tight grip on the top spot at the box office.3 years ago
MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer
Martin, McDonald, Porter join stars in telethon for Ukraine
A roster of film, TV and theater all-stars — including Steve Martin, Annette Bening, Billy Porter, Audra McDonald, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Chenoweth, David Hyde Pierce and Rosie Perez — have signed up for a 10-hour telethon to raise money for the victims of the war in Ukraine.3 years ago
MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer
Rock Hall of Fame to Dolly: Voters will decide if you’re in
Dolly Parton is still on the list of this year’s nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame despite the country icon asking to be removed because she hasn't “earned that right.”3 years ago
BOBBY CAINA CALVAN, Associated Press
St. Patrick’s Day parades turn pandemic blues Irish green
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations across the country are back after a two-year hiatus. That includes New York City's parade Thursday, the nation's largest and oldest.3 years ago
Donie O'Sullivan, CNN
Kanye West suspended from Instagram for 24 hours after directing racial slur at Trevor Noah
Kanye West has been suspended from Instagram after he posted a racial slur directed at "Daily Show" host Trevor Noah.3 years ago
LINDSEY BAHR and JAKE COYLE AP Film Writers
Oscar predictions: Will it be ‘Power of the Dog’ or ‘Coda’ for best picture?
What's going to win best picture at the 94th Academy Awards? The Associated Press' film writers can't agree.3 years ago
The Associated Press
Amazon closes $8.5B deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM
Amazon has closed its $8.5 billion acquisition of Hollywood studio MGM, two days after European regulators said the deal “would not significantly reduce competition” in European markets.3 years ago
Gregory Lemos, CNN
Orange County Sheriff’s Office’s final report reaffirms no foul play in Bob Saget’s death
The Orange County Sheriff's Office issued its final report into the death of Bob Saget on Tuesday and said it will comply with a court-ordered permanent injunction blocking the release of additional details of the comedian's untimely death.3 years ago
Joe Sutton, CNN
WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Scott Hall dies
Former wrestler and World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Famer Scott Hall, who reached stardom as "Razor Ramon" during the heyday of his career in the 1990s, has died, according to the WWE.3 years ago
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Judge makes ban on Saget autopsy records release permanent
A judge in Florida on Monday agreed to make permanent an order that prohibits the release of photos, video or other records related to the investigation into the death of comedian Bob Saget.3 years ago
Associated Press
SNL’s Pete Davidson headed to space on Bezos’ Blue Origin craft
Pete Davidson is heading to space. The "Saturday Night Live" star will be among the six passengers on the next launch of Jeff Bezos' space travel venture, Blue Origin. The company Monday announced the March 23 flight.3 years ago
PAMELA SAMPSON, Associated Press
Acclaimed filmmaker Brent Renaud shot, killed in Ukraine
American journalist Brent Renaud has been killed in Ukraine while gathering material for a report about refugees.3 years ago
JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer
‘The Batman’ and a BTS concert broadcast power box office
In its second weekend of release, Warner Bros.′ “The Batman” easily remained the No. 1 movie in North American theaters with $66 million in ticket sales.3 years ago
JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer
William Hurt, star of ‘Broadcast News,’ ‘Body Heat,’ dies
William Hurt, the Oscar-winning actor of “Broadcast News,” “Body Heat” and “The Big Chill,” has died. He was 71.3 years ago
Theresa Waldrop, CNN
Return of St. Patrick’s Day tradition in Chicago brings cheer, a green river
Chicagoans were happy to welcome back a beloved tradition this weekend as the city celebrated St. Patrick's Day by once again dying its river green and holding its first St. Patrick's Day parade in three years.3 years ago
The Associated Press
Singer Traci Braxton of ‘Braxton Family Values’ dies at 50
Singer Traci Braxton, one of the sisters featured in the reality series ‘Braxton Family Values,’ died Saturday at age 50.3 years ago
