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amFAR, the organization founded by the late Dr. Mathilda Krim and Dame Elizabeth Tayler (the International founder), dedicated to funding AIDS research since 1985, held its annual Cannes Gala at the Hotel du Cap tonight as it has always done for the past 29 years tied to the end dates of the Cannes Film Festival each May.

amFAR, the organization founded by the late Dr. Mathilda Krim and Dame Elizabeth Tayler (the International founder), dedicated to funding AIDS research since 1985, held its annual Cannes Gala at the Hotel du Cap tonight as it has always done for the past 29 years tied to the end dates of the Cannes Film Festival each May.

Eva Longoria were among those returning to the star-studded amfAR gala in Cannes to raise money for Aids research. The exclusive guestlist including model Heidi Klum, her husband Tom Kaulitz, British actors Ed Westwick and Kate Beckinsale, and model Ashley Graham began walking the blue carpet for one of the most anticipated nights of the festival on Thursday.

Glitz and glamour! Hollywood’s biggest names brought their fierce fashion sense to France at the 2023 amFAR Gala during the 76th annual Cannes Festival.   

Eva Longoria has reached undeniable success in Hollywood. After becoming a successful actress in the film industry, the star is making her directorial debut in the new feature film ‘Flamin’ Hot.’ And while it has been a great journey for her, she is shining light on some of the struggles Latina directors have to face when it comes to opportunities and funding. “We don’t get a lot of bites at the apple,” she said during a press conference at Cannes Film Festival, as reported by Variety.

So many stars stepped out to celebrate Warner Bros. Studios’ 100th Anniversary during the 2023 Cannes Film Festival!

Eva Longoria said Tuesday that female directors of color don’t get as many chances as White men in Hollywood.  "I felt the weight of my community, I felt the weight of every female director because we don’t get a lot of bites at the apple," the "Desperate Housewives" alum said at Cannes of her feature directorial debut "Flamin’ Hot" during the Kering Women in Motion talk.  Longoria, who has directed episodes of "Black-ish" and "Jane the Virgin," said she realized the last Latina-directed studio film was 20 years ago.  "We can’t get a movie every 20 years," she said. "So the problem is if this movie fails people go, ‘Oh, Latino stories don’t work.’ ‘Oh, female directors really don’t cut it.’" She added, "We don’t get a lot of at-bats.

Eva Longoria has shifting her focus to behind the camera, utilizing the experience she’s gained directing episode television for her feature directorial debut with “Flamin’ Hot”.

Eva Longoria is about to make the leap from A-list actress to feature filmmaker, thanks to her directorial debut, “Flamin’ Hot.” The film, which is set to get the rare dual release on both Hulu and Disney+, has already received favorable reviews from its debut at SXSW, but the true test will be viewership when it hits streaming. And according to Longoria, she’s well aware that, as a woman and Person of Color, she’s held to a different standard as a filmmaker than white males.

Ana de Armas joins Jude Law and Daniel Brühl in new thriller film‘Supergirl’ star Sasha Calle becomes a BarbieWhat to watch: 7 movies and shows to stream this week - May 19The live-action adaptation of “The Little Mermaid” has high expectations. Starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, the film adapts the classic Disney story for a new generation, showcasing new characters and musical arrangements.Starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Tobias Menzies, “You Hurt My Feelings” follows the aftermath as one half of a couple listens in on her husband’s honest and negative review of her book.“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” has incredible expectations, following in on the success of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.” While the Spider-Man craze may dwindle at some point in the near future, I think it’s safe to say that the animated future of the superhero is in good hands.

Eva Longoria put Hollywood on notice during her Kering Women in Motion talk at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. The “Desperate Housewives” alum, who was joined by University of Southern California Annenberg professor and researcher Dr. Stacy L. Smith, is making her feature directorial debut with “Flamin’ Hot,” an inspirational story about a Frito-Lay janitor who invented Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. The film won an audience award at the SXSW Film Festival. As a female director, a first-time director and a Latina director, Longoria said she “felt the weight of my community” and “the weight of every female director” when production started on “Flamin’ Hot.” Speaking with Variety chief correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister, Longoria noted that Hollywood does not play fair when it comes to films directed by women flopping versus male directors. There can be no margin of error for a director like Longoria, as one flop could cost her another directorial gig, she says.

So many stars stopped by the Magnum Beach Cannes Party in the midst of the 2023 Cannes Film Festival on Monday (May 22) in Cannes, France.

EXCLUSIVE: Arlene Nelson, the director known for her work on such unscripted series as Angel City and Secrets of Playboy, has signed with UTA for representation in all areas.

Eva Longoria is a huge fan of vacationing in Marbella, but now the actress and businesswoman is transitioning from tourist to homeowner in Spain’s Costa del Sol. According to El Confidencial, Longoria’s good friend and fellow actor Melanie Griffith is the reason why she became a regular in the Andalusia region.

Marc Anthony is celebrating his children’s achievements. This week, Anthony took to social media to share footage and photos of his son’s graduation, showing the entire family showing their support for their son.Marc Anthony and Nadia Ferreira share smiling selfie amidst break up rumorsNadia Ferreira and Marc Anthony celebrate her birthday aboard a yachtJennifer Lopez says she feels guilty when she can’t protect her children from being judgedA post shared by Marc Anthony (@marcanthony)Anthony’s son Cristian, 22, graduated from Parsons School of Design.

William Earl Variety has announced the initial lineup for the Kering Women in Motion talks at the Cannes Film Festival. Moderated by Variety’s Senior Correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister, this year’s talks include some of the most important women working in cinema and offers a mix between up-and-coming talent and iconic figures such as Cate Blanchett and Michelle Yeoh. On Thursday, May 18, playwright, actor and philanthropist Jeremy O. Harris, who stars in Directors’ Fortnight premiere “The Sweet East,” will kick off the Women in Motion series to discuss female representation in his work. Following Harris’ talk, actress and director Katie Holmes will speak about her work as a director and how the industry has changed in its approach to female directors since she first began working in television.

trailer for Searchlight Pictures’ “Flamin’ Hot,” the feature directorial debut of Eva Longoria which tells the supposed origin story of the most famous flavor of Cheetos ever made. “Flamin’ Hot” stars Jesse Garcia as Richard Montañez, the son of migrant workers who rose from being a janitor at Frito-Lay’s factory in Rancho Cucamonga to becoming one of the snack company’s marketing executives who helped rapidly grow sales of its products among Latinos.

Sophia Scorziello editor Eva Longoria’s fictional feature directorial debut “Flamin’ Hot” staring Jesse Garcia will open the 2023 Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival, announced Wednesday as part of the full festival lineup. This year, the festival will feature over 80 films, 19 world premieres and 100 student films. LALIFF will take place May 31-June 4 at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Longoria’s film is based on the true story of Richard Montañez (Garcia), the Frito Lay janitor who used his Mexican American heritage to turn one snack into a global sensation. Closing the festival is the Los Angeles premiere of Julio Torres’s A24 feature film “Problemista” starring Torres and Tilda Swinton, which tells the story of an aspiring Salvadorian toy maker in New York City and the race against his work visa as he tries to realize his dreams.

Flamin’ Hot, directed by Eva Longoria, tells the origin story of a Frito Lay janitor who created the iconic Flamin’ Hot Cheetos snack.

How does a popular product connect to a seemingly impossible dream? “Flamin’ Hot” presents the true story of one man’s quest to rethink snacking. Janitor Richard Montañez knew Cheetos could be reintroduced with a satisfying kick; all it took was making those in charge believe someone outside the corporate structure.  READ MORE: Summer 2023 Movie Preview: 52 Must-See Films To Watch The project hails from Eva Longoria; the actress may be known for her contributions in front of the camera but she’s no stranger to directing — her credits include work on “Gordita Chronicles,” Why Women Kill,” and “The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia.” The Playlist noted Longoria’s callbacks to previous work after the ‘Flamin’ premiere earlier this year.

Eva Longoria's upcoming biopic, appropriately titled, The film is based on a memoir of the same name by Richard Montañez, a former Frito-Lay janitor who rose through the ranks at the company after he claimed to invent the now-iconic Flamin' Hot seasoning.In the first trailer for the film, which dropped on Wednesday, viewers see Montañez's journey to take the snack industry by storm.The film features  star Jesse Garcia as Montañez, and Annie Gonzalez as his wife, Judy — in addition to Tony Shalhoub, Dennis Haysbert, Emilio Rivera, Matt Walsh, Pepe Serna and more.While some controversy over the degree of Montañez's involvement in the creation of Flamin' Hot Cheetos has come under some scrutiny in the past few years — particularly after the  published an investigation digging into the snack's presumed creator — Longoria told ET at the Palm Springs International Film Festival earlier this year that it was important to her to tell the story of a migrant laborer-turned-PepsiCo executive.«This story was really important to me,» she shared. «Richard Montañez is a real person, so to do him justice, to do a biopic, is hard as well — and a period piece.

Julia MacCary editor Hulu dropped its first trailer for “Flamin’ Hot,” an Eva Longoria-directed film about Mexican immigrant and former Frito-Lay janitor Richard Montañez, who claims he invented Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. The film, streaming June 9, stars Jesse Garcia as Montañez, as well as Annie Gonzales, Dennis Haysbert, Tony Shalhoub, Matt Walsh and Emilio Rivera. Montañez’s story is that while he was working as a custodian at the Rancho Cucamonga Frito-Lay plant, he thought of spicing up Cheetos with chile powder. He contacted executives to pitch the snack and subsequently outsmarted corporate saboteurs, leading him to become a successful author and businessman.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Happy Emmy season, “you clock-watching fucks” — Logan Roy is still leading the way. Brian Cox has submitted his performance as Logan Roy, the recently departed Waystar Royco CEO on HBO’s “Succession,” into the lead actor (drama) category. Cox’s team exclusively confirmed to Variety that the actor’s iconic turn as the bold father and media mogul will be considered alongside his two co-stars, Jeremy Strong and Kieran Culkin, who opted to switch into the category for the show’s fourth and final season. Cox’s character died in the third episode of this season, “Connor’s Wedding,” which left many pundits speculating the Scottish actor, who received two previous noms in the lead drama actor field, would downgrade to either the supporting actor or guest categories. That won’t be the case, which puts the drama series uniquely positioned to make history in several ways.

Eva Longoria is on a mission to inspire with her upcoming movie, Flamin’ Hot.

Eva Longoria is on a mission to inspire with her upcoming movie, . In June, the actress will make her directorial debut with the film that tells the story of former PepsiCo executive, Richard Montañez, who began his career as a janitor in the Frito-Lay company and worked his way up as one of the minds behind the Flamin' Hot Cheetos snack. The film — based off of Montañez's memoir, with the same name — will focus on his journey from gang life in Los Angeles, to one of the most successful snack marketing executives. The film will not only celebrate Montañez but shine a light on a snack that Longoria said has been a staple in the Latino community. «I was sent the script and fell in love with the story,» Longoria said during a recent interview with. «It was really one of the only things where I was like, 'I am the only person who can tell this story.' I knew the community, I knew Richard.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan was honored with the Gold House Leading Man award at the second annual Gold House Gold Gala on Saturday in Los Angeles. “When I think of a leading man, I think of someone who is six feet tall with big muscles, good-looking, and a ladies’ man,” the “Everything Everywhere All at Once” star said before cracking, “That practically screams me, right?” While the gala honored the most impactful Asians on the company’s A100 list, which recognizes the 100 AAPI individuals who impacted American culture and society in the last year, the night remained focused on celebrating Asian visibility and achievements. There was little talk of the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike currently impacting the industry.

So many celebrities stepped out to attend Gold House’s 2nd annual Gold Gala at The Music Center on Saturday (May 6) in Los Angeles.

Bella Thorne continues to make unexpected and bold moves in her career. The actress and director is heading to Italy and will be guest curating one of the evenings at the Taormina Film Festival, which kicks off this June 24.Bella Thorne shared Christmas update with her boyfriend and familyBella Thorne confirms new romance with boyfriend Mark Emms: See PicsInside Bella Thorne’s world of fashion, film, and Coachella funA post shared by BELLA (@bellathorne)Deadline reports that Thorne will be curating an event called “Influential Shorts,” where she’ll premiere her directorial debut, “Paint Her Red.” “I am excited to be able to recognize Bella’s talent now as a film director and as a curator. Launching such a great project in the context of a historic festival and event like the Taormina Film Festival is an inspiring opportunity,” said Barrett Wissman, the Taormina Film Festival Executive and co-artistic Director.

Natalie Portman is ready to face off against Ryan Reynolds on the field!ET spoke to Portman at the premiere of her new docuseries,, chronicling the rise of the actress' Los Angeles-based professional women's soccer team, Angel City Football Club. Portman revealed that she's toyed with the idea of Angel City F.C.

EXCLUSIVE: Bella Thorne is headed to the 69th edition of Italy’s Taormina Film Festival (June 24 to July 1) after being invited to guest curate one of its gala evenings with a special program of short films including her own directorial debut Paint Her Red.

Brooklyn Beckham has been seen going for a drive in the vintage $500,000 car that his father David gifted him for his wedding to Nicola Peltz.The 24 year old was seen driving the classic Jaguar around West Hollywood with a pal - but his 28 year old wife was nowhere to be seen. Brooklyn and his American beau tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony in April 2022, which was attended by the likes of his parents' pals, Gordon Ramsay and Eva Longoria.The couple were presented with the pale blue classic car after they got married at Nicola’s billionaire father Nelson’s £70million estate in Palm Beach, Florida.

EXCLUSIVE: Cheech Marin (Shotgun Wedding, Champions) has been cast in the Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day reimagination following George Lopez’s exit due to a scheduling conflict.

EXCLUSIVE: George Lopez is exiting the Disney+ film Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day reimagination due to a scheduling conflict. He was set to portray the patriarch of the Garcia family, a tough biker grandfather.

13-minute Facebook video.Braeden said a urologist discovered some “high-grade” cancerous cells while examining his bladder. He shared that he had been suffering prostate issues while recuperating from knee surgery.The Emmy-winning performer — who also appeared in “Titanic,” as John Jacob Astor IV, and the 2018 heist thriller “Den of Thieves” — said he has been able to continue acting on “Y&R” while undergoing six weeks of immunotherapy treatments.“I’m happy to be able to go to work,” he confessed.

Third time’s the charm! Eva Longoria found a forever love with José “Pepe” Bastón after two previous marriages.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Blue Fox Entertainment has acquired North American rights to “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe,” a queer coming-of-age story about two teens who form a special bond after a chance meeting one summer. The sale comes a few months after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Blue Fox is planning a wide theatrical release of the film this summer, though the exact date has yet to be determined. Blue Fox’s international division is handling the international sales. “It’s rare when a best-selling book, talented crew, amazing director and cast all come together to create a ‘must see’ film, and we are very proud to bring ‘Aristotle and Dante’ to audiences across the U.S.,” said Blue Fox executive James Huntsman.