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From the Anne Hathaway–James Franco disaster of 2011 to David Letterman‘s “Oprah, Uma” joke in 1995, there has been no shortage of memorable host moments in Academy Awards history.

Many things about the Academy Awards have changed over the years, but for the past six decades there has been at least one constant: The red carpet. The hues have varied over the years, but it has always been some shade of red. Until this year.

Danette Herman was one of the key staff members of the Academy Awards ceremonies from the 1970s into the 2010s, beginning as a production assistant and rising through the ranks to become the show’s executive in charge of talent and coordinating producer. One of the few women to serve in key positions at the Oscars, she was with the show during the years of its highest ratings and largest cultural impact.As the Academy prepares for the 95th Oscars ceremony, Herman asked TheWrap if she could share some memories of past shows, from an encounter with Katharine Hepburn in 1974 to a pair of anniversary shows in which she assembled historic groups of past winners.

Brent Lang Executive Editor It was supposed to be a night of celebration, but as the Academy Awards unfolded on April 7, 1970, there was a sense of anxiety and dissatisfaction gripping the movie business. Much like today, the industry was being divided by changing tastes and sensibilities, struggling to remain relevant in a period of social upheaval. Just before Bob Hope took the stage at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion to the familiar refrain of “Thanks for the Memory,” John Wayne introduced the comic as “everybody’s friend.” But in an opening monologue, Hope made it clear to the audience that he was aligned with one ideological group in Hollywood. And even as he smiled good-naturedly, the biting tone of his jokes revealed that he was none too pleased with the direction that the movies were heading in.

Emmerdale's Cathy Hope finds her behaviour growing out of control in upcoming scenes on the ITV soap. Bosses revealed they would be tackling a soap first with the storyline, and the teen has recently confirmed some worrying symptoms. After experiencing sudden outbursts of anger and very heavy periods, as well as being in pain, she spoke with doctor Manpreet who advised it was related to her periods.

Read more: Emmerdale's Tony Audenshaw addresses Bob Hope affair rumours "He was great to chat with and a true inspiration. Condolences to his family and friends.

Emmerdale fans think the soap may have risked being slapped with official complaints thanks to a saucy innuendo from Bernice Blackstock. During Thursday night's trip to the Dales, viewers of the ITV show saw the new B&B owner having to talk to Wendy Posner after she accused her and new business partner Bob Hope of sleeping together.

Emmerdale, Bernice Blackstock (Samantha Giles) and Bob Hope (Tony Audenshaw) were preparing for the opening of the B&B. Although, Bob and his daughter Cathy's (Gabrielle Dowling) relationship hit a breaking point after the teenager had another outburst. Cathy was left fuming that Bob didn't want her at the opening of the B&B, and things were made even worse when she knocked over the special cake Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) had baked.

Emmerdale spoilers follow. Emmerdale's Cain Dingle flies into a rage next week after discovering Amy Wyatt's plans to seek full custody of their young son Kyle. Amy recently confided in her friend and housemate Victoria about her plans to make this major change in Kyle's life, but she'd hoped to keep Cain unaware for as long as possible.

Emmerdale lines up changes aplenty next week, but there are still a number of shocks in store, including a jaw-dropping death!It’s the grand opening for the B&B, and Bernice Blackstock (Samatha Giles) and Bob Hope (Tony Audenshaw) are determined to make it a day to remember. That is, until Bernice’s attention proves to be elsewhere as she spends the night with Tim – the harpist she’s booked to play for the big day!Things then take a shocking turn as Tim fails to show up to the event, and Bob is forced to explain to her that he’s found him dead!Marshall Hamston (Max Fletcher), meanwhile, has another conversation with Arthur Thomas (Alfie Clarke) in upcoming scenes, reiterating his previous stance – that they can no longer be friends.  Arthur is, again, devastated, and thus Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) comforts him, offering him some words of support.

Jim Mahoney was one of Hollywood’s go-to guys. He spent 60+ years in public relations, guiding the public images of Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, Steve McQueen, Bob Hope, Johnny Carson, Lee Marvin, Burt Lancaster, Christie Brinkley, Peggy Lee, and hundreds more.

Gene Perret, who began a decades-long comedy writing career contributing jokes to stand-ups Slappy White and Phyllis Diller before joining the Emmy-winning writing staff of The Carol Burnett Show, launching a 28-year tenure with Bob Hope and serving as a producer on Three’s Company and Welcome Back, Kotter, died Nov. 15 of liver failure at his home in Westlake Village, CA. He was 85.

The Television Academy will honor Sean Penn with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award and induct six new legends into its Hall of Fame in November.

Harry Flynn, a veteran publicist whose clients over the decades included Bob Hope, Michael Landon, Carroll O’Connor, Donna Reed and various TV networks and film studios, has died. He was 92.

Maureen Arthur, an actress best remembered for her performance as secretary Hedy La Rue in Broadway’s How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and its 1967 screen adaptation, died June 15 of natural causes in Beverly Hills. She was 88.

Ilene Graff (“Heart of Dixie”) announced on Facebook Monday. “Her amazing talent and skill were only a small part of who she was.

Emmerdale's Tony Audenshaw, who plays Bob Hope on the soap, opened up on This Morning today about the devastating loss of his wife to pancreatic cancer.The Emmerdale star spoke this morning to Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby about the awful experience receiving his wife’s diagnosis. He said: “She was a really fit person, she ran a lot, and it was partly that which masked the symptoms.

Emmerdale star Tony Audenshaw has remembered his late wife and recalled her devastating cancer battle during an appearance on This Morning. The actor, who has played the ITV soap's Bob Hope for 22 years, suffered heartbreak in 2017 when wife Ruth died of pancreatic cancer aged 43.

Emmerdale fans were quick to point out Noah Dingle's blunder on Tuesday night as he went to new sinister lengths to stalk his ex Chloe Harris. Only recently on the ITV soap, Noah's behaviour has been sparking concern as he continues to stalk and become more obsessed with his ex Chloe. And things went to new extremes this week as Noah used a phone tracker and drone to monitor Chloe's whereabouts in the village.

Joan Rivers, the acerbic stand-up comic, who Levy says combines the strands of many of the women comedians before her.Spanning roughly the decades from the 1930s through the 1980s, Levy touches on the general comedy trends intertwined with several of the women’s careers, such as the debut of the “party record” — raunchy albums of the ’50s and ’60s — and rise of the so-called “sick comedians” like Lenny Bruce and Mort Sahl who eschewed the one-liners of comedians like Bob Hope for more observational comedy.But he keeps his focus on the women’s individual stories, dividing the book into eight chapters that serve as mini profiles of each comedian. Some, like Elaine May and Joan Rivers, are still well known today.

Emmerdale fans were left unimpressed with Bob Hope during recent scenes despite him sticking up for his daughter Cathy. The cafe owner was enraged during Thursday night's trip to the Dales when he returned to find his daughter in tears with former partner Brenda.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out a new sinister twist involving Cathy Hope after Samson Dingle cruelly dumped her on Thursday's episode. Only recently on the ITV soap, Cathy has been claiming that she is in a relationship with Samson after they shared a kiss. After the news got back to Samson on Thursday's episode, he decided to cruelly end things with Cathy for good, which resulted in her father Bob Hope confronting him.

Life on the set of Emmerdale has always looked pretty idyllic to us. Not only is the set located in a beautiful location just outside Leeds, but the cast often talk about the close friendships between them. Just look at Emma Atkins and Lucy Pargeter who recently told OK! that they are really good pals but joked that they haven't snogged each other yet! Now talking exclusively to OK! former cast member Gemma Atkinson talked about her friendships with the Emmerdale gang, saying: “It’s a really lovely vibe” She played Carly Hope from 2015 until 2017, the daughter of Bob Hope from his second wife.

Corrie star reveals previous soap role which was later taken over by Gemma Atkinson

Coronation Street actress Rebecca Ryan is currently front and centre of the show as manipulative Lydia Chambers, but it’s not the first time the actress has starred in an ITV soap. Speaking exclusively to OK! Rebecca, 30, revealed she previously played Emmerdale character Bob Hope’s (Tony Audenshaw) daughter Carly.

Between Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle) and Dawn Taylor's (Olivia Bromley) disaster wedding and Vinny Dingle's (Bradley Johnson) shotgun registry office affair with Liv Flaherty (Isobel Steele), Emmerdale has had a fair few marriages recently. However, Bob Hope actor Tony Audenshaw is eager for bosses to add another to their upcoming storylines as he called for Bob and Wendy Posner (Susan Cookson) to get married in what would be his eighth soap wedding.Tony made the comment during today's episode of Lorraine (Monday 7 March). He said: "He needs another wedding doesn't he? Obviously he's with Wendy now and I think that'd be nice," after listing off Bob's many past marriages.

Cate Blanchett (Nightmare Alley, Don’t Look Up) has been named as the latest recipient of Film At Lincoln Center’s Chaplin Award.

Dan Aykroyd, who not only played the role of the brilliant Dr. Raymond Stantz in Ghostbusters, but was a creative force behind the supernatural comedy blockbusters as well, expressed his sympathies today about Ivan Reitman’s death.

Barry Cryer OBE has died aged 86. The comedian died on Tuesday afternoon (25 January) at Northwick Park Hospital in Harrow, according to a statement from his family. He died “peacefully” and in “good spirits” surrounded by his family.

Barry Cryer, the much loved British comedian and TV writer, has died at the age of 86.

The press agent was in a dour mood. “Once upon a time this was the hot season,” she told me. “The town came to life.”

Todd Gilchrist Commemorating its 80th anniversary this year, the United Service Organizations, or USO, provides support for personnel from the American military and its allies that extends far past the familiar images of entertainers including Bob Hope eliciting laughter from soldiers.Launched in response to World War II, the civilian-run organization not only coordinates star-studded entertainment tours, but also provides a wide variety of programs, including care packages, communication

Academy Awards in 1959, he was co-host along with Bob Hope, Laurence Olivier, Jerry Lewis and others. Fearing he would seem to be joining the establishment, Sahl cracked: “We’ve just lost the college crowd; all across the country they’re yelling, 'Sellout!’”In the 1980s he frequently ridiculed his friend Reagan, but he said the president was never offended.“If you’re his friend, it doesn’t matter if you’re an escaped con,” Sahl once said of Reagan.

When it comes to timing, The Cat and the Canary defines perfection.

Norm Macdonald, the revered stand-up comic, actor, writer and former “Weekend Update” anchor on Saturday Night Live, has died after a nine-year battle with cancer. He was 61. Launch a photo gallery of his career by clicking on the image above.

Pat Saperstein Deputy EditorJoe Morella, a former Variety reporter who became a biographer of numerous Hollywood stars, died Aug. 13 of Covid-related illness in San Diego, Calif.