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Following weeks of public engagement to discuss plans to enhance Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles City leaders announced measures today to improve pedestrian safety and mobility options for the area.

Thania Garcia Britney Spears has settled a dispute over legal fees with her dad, and former conservator, Jamie Spears. The pair settled an enduring debate over Jamie’s legal fees and his management of Britney’s finances in Los Angeles Superior Court on April 25, the New York Times reported Friday afternoon.

It came down to the wire, but NCIS: Hawai’i ultimately didn’t make the cut for next season at CBS. The news comes days before the network is set to announce its fall schedule on May 2 and before the Season 3 finale of Hawai’i is scheduled to air on May 6. According to sources, the episode was not meant to be a series finale and includes a tease for what was to come but fans won’t be left reeling by a major cliffhanger.

Can you believe it has been nearly 10 years since the Alex From Target craze?!

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Carrousel Studios, the newly launched production company of “Lupin” star Omar Sy, “Fast X” director Louis Leterrier and “Gangs of London” producer Thomas Benski, has appointed Cécile Gaget as CEO. A seasoned executive, the Paris-based Gaget previously worked at Wild Bunch as head of film, and also worked at Anton Capital and Gaumont where she spearheaded international sales and co-productions.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello have finalized their divorce following the announcement of their split back in 2023. The former couple closed the last chapter of their lives together, after selling their Los Angeles mansion, which suffered a $5.9 million reduction, and was sold for $13.7 million.Sofia Vergara wears sparkly ensemble in romantic date with her boyfriend in Los AngelesSofía Vergara and Joe Manganiello finalize divorce: What we know about their division of assetsSofia Vergara shows love for her boyfriend after her surgery, calls him a ‘handsome doctor’The lavish 11,369 square feet property was shared by the pair, featuring seven bedrooms, a sprawling pool, a full-sized gym and spa, a wine cellar, as well as a movie theater, a bar, and a lavish backyard.

Tim McGraw is currently on the road with his Standing Room Only Tour and he’ll be entertaining fans through June!

Kerry Washington is opening up about her sexual assault.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer Harvey Weinstein was already effectively serving a life sentence when he was flown to Los Angeles to face his second trial on rape and sexual assault charges. That second conviction is now the only thing keeping him in prison, after the New York Court of Appeals overturned his original verdict in a 4-3 ruling on Thursday. The court’s ruling could now be used to bolster the appeal in California, which, if successful, could set the former Hollywood producer free.

Content warning: this article discusses rape and sexual assault.The New York Court of Appeals has overturned Harvey Weinstein‘s 2020 conviction for rape, ordering a new trial.The state’s highest court overruled the decision in a 4-3 verdict, deeming that judge at the trial prejudiced the disgraced movie mogul with improper rulings. This included the decision to let women testify about allegations that weren’t part of the case.In 2020, Weinstein was sentenced to serve 23 years in a New York state prison, having been convicted of first-degree and third-degree rape.

An encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Southern California was ordered to disperse this evening by Los Angeles police, who declared an unlawful assembly.

Chris Pratt has received criticism for destroying a historic mid-century property in order to build his new home.Pratt, along with his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger, purchased the 1950 Zimmerman house last year. The Los Angeles home was designed by Craig Ellwood, and the couple reportedly bought it for $12.5million.It is situated in the Brentwood neigbourhood of LA, and was mainly lived in by the late Hilda Rolfe, the widow of The Man From U.N.C.L.E co-creator Sam Rolfe.The home and its grounds have now been cleared to make way for Pratt’s new single-story modern farmhouse, which is set to be 15,000 square feet in size.

Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles is one of Bravo‘s hottest shows.

With the AFM heading to Las Vegas, a group of indie filmmakers are aiming to launch a “new film market and entertainment industry convention” in LA this October.

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger are being criticized for demolishing a historic home in Los Angeles. The couple purchased the home last year, demolishing it, and beginning renovations for their new home in the lot.Arnold Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt wear matching Christmas shirtsChris Pratt and Luke Hemsworth share BTS look at ‘The Terminal List’ prequelA post shared by Los Angeles Conservancy (@laconservancy)The Los Angeles home was purchased for $12.5 million in January of last year.

“We’re in a crisis situation,” Picturehouse Managing Director Clare Binns concluded this morning when quizzed on the current challenges facing British cinemas during an appearance at the UK’s British Film & High-End TV Inquiry. 

Roman Gabriel, who still holds the Los Angeles Rams team record with 154 touchdown passes, died Saturday at his home in Little River, South Carolina, at 83. His death came from natural causes, according to his son, Roman Gabriel III.

When you’ve gotta go, you’ve gotta go. Nobody knows that better than Tori Spelling!

David Mamet is against the initiatives in Hollywood to create diversity, equity, and inclusion, referred to as DEI.

with another unexpected offering during her press tour.On April 20, the arrived at a promo event in a baby pink custom Jacquemus polo dress, featuring a preppy cropped polo holding up a low-waisted babydoll skirt by a drawstring. Zendaya kept the rest of the look minimal, with just a few delicate touches.

Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse are going out for a walk!

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The 2024 NFL Draft is one week from today, and with so many new football fans out there (thanks to Taylor Swift!) – we’re bringing you the draft order.

The dual Hollywood strikes are history, but production has been slow to return in Los Angeles, especially for television projects. The city and county’s film office said today that local on-location filming declined by 8.7% the first quarter, recording only 6,823 shoot days from January through March.

UPDATE, APRIL 17, 2:11 PM: Les Moonves has settled his debts with the City of Los Angeles, at least financially.

Our first long vlog in over a year!

“Family Guy” has charmed viewers for 25 years.The animated comedy has been on the air since 1999, and creator Seth MacFarlane has no intention of ending it after 23 seasons.The comedian, 50, got candid about the show’s stability in the last two decades in a Los Angeles Times profile to celebrate the series’ milestone anniversary.He noted that he’s not ready to let go of little Stewie Griffin and his cartoon family just yet.“At this point, I don’t see a good reason to stop. People still love it.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Los Lobos, the iconic East Los Angeles band that elevated that helped bring Chicano music to the masses over the last 50 years, is the subject of the feature-length documentary with the working title “Los Lobos Native Sons,” currently in production and slated for a 2024 release. The film features testimonials from George Lopez, Linda Ronstadt, Tom Waits, Dolores Huerta, Bonnie Raitt, Flaco Jimenez, Cheech Marin, a trailer below.

9-1-1: Lone Star is currently in production in Los Angeles!

Belle & Sebastian have shared their latest single, ‘What Happened To You, Son?’ ahead of their North American tour.The jangle-pop track features a retro-sounding guitar riff, a thumping bass line and crisp keys. “Son, you’re a mystery / all your precious words don’t mean so much to me” sings frontman Stuart Murdoch during the opening of the song. The track was originally meant to be on the band’s 2023 LP ‘Late Developers’ but was pulled last minute.Speaking of the track in a press release, Murdoch shared: “‘What Happened to You, Son?’ got pulled rather randomly from the last LP because the LP felt one track too long.

Take That's Mark Owen has revealed the secret behind his youthful transformation after he left fans swooning as he looked "30 years younger" during a recent TV appearance. Mark, 52, appeared to have turned back the clock as he ditched his moustache and long hair for a '90s curtains hairstyle - reminiscent of his early days with the band - on an episode of Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway. However, the singer's impressive transformation didn't happen overnight.

EXCLUSIVE: UTA has signed comedian Matt Rife for representation in all areas, with an eye toward expanding his opportunities in film and TV and beyond.

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Emme Muniz and Fin Affleck continue to show off their friendship. The two kids, whose parents are Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, and Ben Affleck and Jennifer Affleck, were spotted out shopping, showing the world the strenght of their friendship and how much they enjoy spending time together. This April 15th, Emme and Fin were photograpphed in Los Angeles while out shopping.

Malia Obama made some time for her body and her mental health over the past weekend. The daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama was photographed while on a hike in Los Angeles, wearing an athleisure outfit that she paired with some stylish and rare boots.

Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer Kesha made quite a statement while performing as a surprise guest during Reneé Rapp’s afternoon Coachella set on Sunday (April 14).

Ron Thompson, a veteran character actor best known for his role in Ralph Bakshi’s rotoscope film American Pop and his 1970s TV series portrayal of Detective Nopke in Baretta, died Saturday at age 83 in Los Angeles. No cause was given by Professor Rel Dowdell of Hampton University, who confirmed the death.