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Gael García Bernal on Becoming Lucha Libre Star Cassandro, Kissing Bad Bunny and Producing ‘The Boys’ Mexico Spinoff - variety.com - Los Angeles - Mexico
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05.12.2023

Gael García Bernal on Becoming Lucha Libre Star Cassandro, Kissing Bad Bunny and Producing ‘The Boys’ Mexico Spinoff

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Gael García Bernal is nursing a slight cold. He thinks he may have caught a bug during a flight to Los Angeles. But he theorizes it could have also come from the Academy Museum Gala, held in the museum’s open-air atrium, which he attended two nights before I meet him for breakfast at Chateau Marmont.

Joey King on Fighting Antisemitism at 12 Years Old and Having Trauma Counselors on the Set of Holocaust Series ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ - variety.com
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28.03.2024

Joey King on Fighting Antisemitism at 12 Years Old and Having Trauma Counselors on the Set of Holocaust Series ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Joey King has nothing against method acting – it’s just not for her. Especially for projects like her latest, the Holocaust series “We Were the Lucky Ones.” Based on Georgia Hunter’s best-selling novel of her family’s fight to survive the Holocaust, Logan Lerman stars as Hunter’s grandfather Addy alongside King as his younger sister Halina.

Christine Blasey Ford Celebrated by Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Banks and More at Party for Her New Memoir: ‘We Owe You Everything’ (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - state Maryland - Washington - county Banks - Washington - county Phillips
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25.03.2024

Christine Blasey Ford Celebrated by Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Banks and More at Party for Her New Memoir: ‘We Owe You Everything’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Christine Blasey Ford received a Hollywood welcome on Sunday night when Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Banks, Busy Phillips, Marisa Tomei and more gathered to toast the release of her new memoir, “One Way Back.” “We stand with you because you have stood with us so courageously, and we honor you and we celebrate you. We lift our glasses to you tonight,” Washington said. “To your courage, to your beauty, to your generosity as you continue to do more than you have to.

Jill Biden Human Rights Campaign Keynote Address Disrupted by Protestors Calling for Gaza Ceasefire - variety.com - Los Angeles - Los Angeles - USA - New York - Israel - Palestine
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24.03.2024

Jill Biden Human Rights Campaign Keynote Address Disrupted by Protestors Calling for Gaza Ceasefire

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Gala in Los Angeles hit a snafu on Saturday when protestors of the Israel-Hamas war interrupted Jill Biden’s keynote address at the Fairmont Century Plaza hotel in Los Angeles. Just as the first lady started speaking, about five people rose from their seats and began shouting, “Free Palestine.” One held a sign that said, “Queer Jews Say Ceasefire Now.” The evening serves as a major fundraiser for HRC, one of the country’s leading LGBTQ advocacy organizations. They protestors continued yelling as security ushered them out of the room.

Former ID-PR Brands Exec Michael Smith Launches New Agency Midnight Dawn (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Las Vegas - city Portland
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19.03.2024

Former ID-PR Brands Exec Michael Smith Launches New Agency Midnight Dawn (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Former ID-PR brands boss Michael Smith has launched a new communications firm, Midnight Dawn. Smith departed ID-PR in January. “Midnight Dawn has been 25 years in the making and I’m honored to have the privilege of representing a world class group of talent and brands,” Smith said in an exclusive statement to Variety on Tuesday.

Cher to Perform at amfAR’s Cannes Gala (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Taylor
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18.03.2024

Cher to Perform at amfAR’s Cannes Gala (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Cher will perform at amfAR’s annual Cannes Film Festival gala on May 23, Variety can exclusively report. “I have such wonderful memories of being invited to host one of the first amfAR events in Cannes by my friend Elizabeth Taylor,” the music superstar said in a statement Monday. “I am extremely proud to be returning for this event’s 30th anniversary, and to continue to support the incredible work of this organization.

Celebrity Stylist Johnny Wujek Shares His Favorite Pieces From New JCPenney Prom Collection - variety.com - Los Angeles - Michigan
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14.03.2024

Celebrity Stylist Johnny Wujek Shares His Favorite Pieces From New JCPenney Prom Collection

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Johnny Wujek is used to styling some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Best known for his longtime collaboration with Katy Perry, he’s also worked with Ariana Grande and Kim Kardashian.

Vanessa Hudgens Announces Pregnancy While Hosting 2024 Oscars Red Carpet - variety.com - Mexico
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10.03.2024

Vanessa Hudgens Announces Pregnancy While Hosting 2024 Oscars Red Carpet

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Vanessa Hudgens is pregnant. The “High Musical Musical” alum officially announced she was going to be a first-time mom when she walked onto the Oscars red carpet with a very visible baby bump.

Margot Robbie Insists Ryan Gosling ‘Jumped’ to Perform ‘I’m Just Ken’ at Oscars After His Claims He Wasn’t Sure - variety.com
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10.03.2024

Margot Robbie Insists Ryan Gosling ‘Jumped’ to Perform ‘I’m Just Ken’ at Oscars After His Claims He Wasn’t Sure

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events For weeks after the Oscar nominations were announced, “Barbie” star Ryan Gosling publicly maintained he wasn’t sure if he’d perform “I’m Just Ken” during the 96th Academy Awards. However, “Barbie” co-star and producer Margot Robbie says he never hesitated to agree to the performance. In fact, she says she didn’t have to pressure him “at all.” “He jumped at this,” Robbie told me at the Chanel and Charles Finch party Saturday night at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

‘Imaginary’ Star Betty Buckley on Embracing Playing Another ‘White-Haired Weirdo’ and Why She’s Unsure About a Return to Broadway - variety.com - Los Angeles - New York - Texas - county Collin - county Worth
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09.03.2024

‘Imaginary’ Star Betty Buckley on Embracing Playing Another ‘White-Haired Weirdo’ and Why She’s Unsure About a Return to Broadway

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Talk about loyalty. Betty Buckley has been staying at the Chateau Marmont for about 50 years.

Donatella Versace and Dwyane Wade Host Los Angeles LGBT Center Event After Designer Gets Stuck in Elevator: ‘One of Her Security Ripped Open the Doors’ - variety.com - Los Angeles - Los Angeles
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09.03.2024

Donatella Versace and Dwyane Wade Host Los Angeles LGBT Center Event After Designer Gets Stuck in Elevator: ‘One of Her Security Ripped Open the Doors’

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Talk about a fashion emergency. Donatella Versace got stuck in an elevator at the Los Angeles LGBT Center on Friday night on her way to co-host an event for the organization with Dwyane Wade. Staffers at the center immediately called the fire department, but sources say the fashion designer’s security took care of things.

Martin Scorsese’s Daughter Francesca on Her Dad Talking About Retirement and the One Thing He Won’t Do on TikTok - variety.com - county Young
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08.03.2024

Martin Scorsese’s Daughter Francesca on Her Dad Talking About Retirement and the One Thing He Won’t Do on TikTok

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Martin Scorsese can do a lot of things — just don’t ask him to dance. The 81-year-old filmmaker’s daughter Francesca says her dad has been open to do most anything in their wildly popular TikToks, but he’s not so keen on busting a move. “He refuses to do dances,” Francesca told me Wednesday at Vanity Fair and Instagram’s Young Hollywood pre-Oscars party at Bar Marmont.

‘Scream’ Star Mason Gooding Believes a Seventh Film Will Happen Despite Major Setbacks - variety.com - county Martin - Chad - Israel
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08.03.2024

‘Scream’ Star Mason Gooding Believes a Seventh Film Will Happen Despite Major Setbacks

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events As “Scream 7” continues to be reworked after a series of setbacks that saw cast members and the director leaving the project, star Mason Gooding is confident the movie will still get made. “If it could make money, I guarantee you, they’ll make it,” the actor told Variety at Vanity Fair and Instagram’s pre-Oscars Vanities party on Wednesday night at Bar Marmont in West Hollywood. But Gooding, who played Chad Meeks-Martin in the last two “Scream” movies, insists he’s not in the loop on where things stand today.

‘Last Airbender’ Star Dallas Liu Celebrates Renewal, Increased Opportunities for Asian and Indigenous Actors - variety.com - county Young
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07.03.2024

‘Last Airbender’ Star Dallas Liu Celebrates Renewal, Increased Opportunities for Asian and Indigenous Actors

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events The cast and crew of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” are still waiting to hear what their creative team has in store for Seasons 2 and 3. “We have no idea,” Dallas Liu, who stars as Prince Zuko in Netflix‘s live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon animated series of the same name, told me Wednesday night at Vanity Fair and Instagram’s pre-Oscars party, Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood, at Bar Marmont. “We have literally zero details.

Colman Domingo, Ryan Gosling and More Men Who Rewrote Red Carpet Fashion This Year - variety.com - New York
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07.03.2024

Colman Domingo, Ryan Gosling and More Men Who Rewrote Red Carpet Fashion This Year

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events From Ryan Gosling’s rainbow assortment of custom Gucci suiting to Colman Domingo’s brightly hued attire, real men wear pink — or any other color, for that matter. “Everyone is feeling freer to wear what makes them feel beautiful and authentic,” Gosling’s stylist Mark Avery tells Variety. “May December” star Charles Melton has landed on countless best-dressed lists for the head-turning looks he has served since the Todd Haynes film debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in May.

Theo James Says the Duke of Beaufort’s Family Was ‘Not Impressed’ by Guy Ritchie’s ‘Gentleman’ Filming on His Estate: ‘They Thought It Was Going to Be “Bridgerton”‘ - variety.com - Britain - Hollywood
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07.03.2024

Theo James Says the Duke of Beaufort’s Family Was ‘Not Impressed’ by Guy Ritchie’s ‘Gentleman’ Filming on His Estate: ‘They Thought It Was Going to Be “Bridgerton”‘

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Guy Ritchie’s limited Netflix series adaptation of his movie of the same name shot at the Duke of Beaufort’s Badminton Estate in Gloucestershire, England. “The family was there looking very disapprovingly at us running around in chicken suits and saying ‘cunt’ a lot,” star Theo James told Variety at a special screening of the show at the Tudum Theatre in Hollywood. “They were not impressed.

‘Deadpool’ Actor Karan Soni Teases More Cameos in Third Movie, Plus ‘a Lot of Surprises’: ‘Let’s Just Say a Lot of People Traveled to London’ - variety.com - London - county Reynolds
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05.03.2024

‘Deadpool’ Actor Karan Soni Teases More Cameos in Third Movie, Plus ‘a Lot of Surprises’: ‘Let’s Just Say a Lot of People Traveled to London’

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Getting Hugh Jackman to reprise his role as Wolverine in the third “Deadpool” movie had been in the works long before Ryan Reynolds made the official announcement. In fact, Karan Soni, who plays Dopinder in all three movies, says he wasn’t shocked when Jackman joined franchise. “When we were making the second one, Ryan was plotting back then,” Soni told me Monday at the South Asians at the Oscar party on the Paramount lot.

Kal Penn Teases Role as Anna Nicole Smith’s Doctor in Movie About Model’s Life: It’s a ‘Drama’ but ‘Equal Parts Ridiculous’ - variety.com - New York - Los Angeles - Smith - city Sandeep
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05.03.2024

Kal Penn Teases Role as Anna Nicole Smith’s Doctor in Movie About Model’s Life: It’s a ‘Drama’ but ‘Equal Parts Ridiculous’

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Kal Penn admits he didn’t know much about Anna Nicole Smith’s physician, Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, before he was approached to star as the doctor in the indie adaptation of his memoir, “Trust Me, I’m a Doctor.” “But then I read the doctor’s autobiography and found it interesting and compelling,” Penn told me Monday night at the South Asians at the Oscars party on the Paramount lot. Variety’s Tatiana Siegel exclusively reported Feb.

2024 Oscar Parties in Photos: Jamie Foxx, Taraji P. Henson, George Lucas and More - variety.com - Los Angeles
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05.03.2024

2024 Oscar Parties in Photos: Jamie Foxx, Taraji P. Henson, George Lucas and More

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and EventsThe 96th Academy Awards may not be happening until March 10, but that doesn’t mean there’s not a lot of Oscar partying and celebrating going on before, during and after Hollywood’s biggest night.Things got off to a starry start a week before the Jimmy Kimmel-hosted ceremony when Jamie Foxx made an appearance to pick up with the Producers Award for his Foxxhole Productions at the AAFCA Special Achievement Awards Luncheon at the Los Angeles Athletic Club on March 3. Later that night, Taraji P.

Despite Retiring From Touring, Elton John Isn’t Slowing Down: Recording New Music, Opening Two Stage Musicals and Performing at His Annual Oscar Party - variety.com
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04.03.2024

Despite Retiring From Touring, Elton John Isn’t Slowing Down: Recording New Music, Opening Two Stage Musicals and Performing at His Annual Oscar Party

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Elton John’s touring life may have come to an end last year with his five-year, 330-concert worldwide Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, but the work continues, including recording new music. “He’s been working away,” says his husband and manager David Furnish. “I don’t think you’re going to have to wait too long [for new music].

Oscars 2024: The Ultimate Party Guide With Zendaya, Beyoncé, Madonna and More - variety.com - France - Los Angeles
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04.03.2024

Oscars 2024: The Ultimate Party Guide With Zendaya, Beyoncé, Madonna and More

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events As Hollywood gets ready to gives its final bow of awards season, parties and events fill the days and nights leading up to the 96th Oscars. From Zendaya and Cate Blanchett at the Green Carpet Fashion Awards and Essence celebrating Danielle Brooks and Halle Bailey to Elton John holding court at his annual viewing dinner, here’s a look at this year’s Oscar party calendar. March 4 South Asians at the Oscars PartyCo-hosted by Kal Penn, Lilly Singh, Hannah Simone, Tan France, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Rupi Kaur, Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Anita Chatterjee, Shruti Ganguly, and Archana Misra Jain, with a musical performance by Ankur Tewari.Paramount Pictures Studios, Los Angeles7-10 p.m.

Kathryn Hahn and Will Arnett Get Sporty in New Dicks.com Ad Campaign - variety.com - Hollywood - Canada
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29.02.2024

Kathryn Hahn and Will Arnett Get Sporty in New Dicks.com Ad Campaign

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Kathryn Hahn admits she’s not very athletic. “I love stretching and working out, but I don’t play sports,” says the star of Marvel’s upcoming “Agnes” series.

Ryan Gosling Will Perform ‘I’m Just Ken’ at the Oscars - variety.com
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26.02.2024

Ryan Gosling Will Perform ‘I’m Just Ken’ at the Oscars

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events After months of speculation, Ryan Gosling will officially perform “I’m Just Ken” live at the Oscars. Sources tell Variety that the actor will sing the Academy Award-nominated song from “Barbie” during the 96th annual ceremony on March 10. The Academy declined to comment.

Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya Bring ‘Dune: Part Two’ to London: February 2024 Celeb Pics - variety.com - Los Angeles - China - New York - California - county Cole - New York
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24.02.2024

Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya Bring ‘Dune: Part Two’ to London: February 2024 Celeb Pics

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and EventsFebruary kicked off with a slew of Grammy pre-parties before the big awards night, which included a Miley Cyrus performance, a surprise appearance by Celine Dion and Variety cover star Victoria Monét going home with multiple statuettes.At about the same time, “Rustin” star Colman Domingo was in New York City being honored by the Human Rights Campaign and Selena Gomez joined her friend, first-time director, Nicola Peltz-Beckham at the premiere of “Lola” in Los Angeles.Despite the torrential downpour clobbering Los Angeles, Cole Sprouse and Kathryn Newton premiered their new Zelda Williams-directed horror comedy, “Lisa Frankenstein,” at the Hollywood Athletic Club after a location change from the Hollywood Forever Cemetery due to the bad weather.Keep checking back here all month long for the best February celebrity pics from Hollywood, New York and beyond.Olivia Rodrigo kicks off her Guts World Tour at Acrisure Arena on Feb. 23 in Palm Springs, California.“Kung Fu Panda 4” star James Hong at his Hand and Footprint Ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on Feb.

Danielle Brooks Teases Singing With Jack Black in ‘Minecraft’ Movie and Reveals Funny ‘Color Purple’ Group Text Name - variety.com - New Zealand - Los Angeles
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22.02.2024

Danielle Brooks Teases Singing With Jack Black in ‘Minecraft’ Movie and Reveals Funny ‘Color Purple’ Group Text Name

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Danielle Brooks is tired. For a very good reason. She’s in Los Angeles for the SAG Awards after a 13-hour flight from New Zealand, where she’s spent the last month shooting the movie adaptation of the popular video game “Minecraft” with Jack Black and Jason Momoa.

Emma Stone, Emily Blunt, Sterling K. Brown and More Oscar Nominees Reveal the Last Time They Cried Watching a Movie - variety.com - USA - Seattle
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22.02.2024

Emma Stone, Emily Blunt, Sterling K. Brown and More Oscar Nominees Reveal the Last Time They Cried Watching a Movie

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Everyone could use a good cry now and again. And what better way to get those tears flowing than watching a movie? Variety caught up with this year’s Oscar nominees at the Academy’s annual nominees luncheon at the Beverly Hilton to find out the last time they cried at the movies. “I cried at ‘Parallel Mothers,’” said “Oppenheimer” star Emily Blunt.

Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts to Be Honored at GLAAD Media Awards - variety.com - Los Angeles
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20.02.2024

Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts to Be Honored at GLAAD Media Awards

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts will be honored at the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on March 14. Winfrey will be presented with the Vanguard Award for championing allyship and making a significant difference in promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people and issues.

‘The Act’ Star Joey King Says She Had a ‘Private Conversation’ With Gypsy Rose Blanchard After Prison Release (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com
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17.02.2024

‘The Act’ Star Joey King Says She Had a ‘Private Conversation’ With Gypsy Rose Blanchard After Prison Release (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Joey King says she and Gypsy Rose Blanchard have recently been in touch. “She and I have privately talked a little bit, which has been really nice,” King told Variety on an upcoming episode of the “Just for Variety” podcast. King portrayed Blanchard, a woman sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder for the death mother Clauddine “Dee Dee” Blanchard in Hulu’s limited series “The Act.” Blanchard was recently released from prison on parole in late December after serving eight years for the 2015 crime.

Charles Melton Says He’s ‘Happy’ After ‘Relaxing and Processing’ in Hawaii Following ‘May December’ Journey - variety.com - Hawaii - state Kansas - Philadelphia, county Eagle - county Eagle - Kansas City
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15.02.2024

Charles Melton Says He’s ‘Happy’ After ‘Relaxing and Processing’ in Hawaii Following ‘May December’ Journey

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Charles Melton’s awards campaign for his breakout role in “May December” started in May when the Todd Haynes drama co-starring Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman premiered at Cannes. Since then, Melton has gone on to receive a slew of award nominations and wins. He picked up Golden Globe and Independent Spirit Award noms and won a Gotham for outstanding supporting performance.

Jenna Ushkowitz and Merle Dandridge to Host Harvest Home Benefit Concert With Performances by Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Kevin McHale and More (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - USA - Santa Monica - county Story
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14.02.2024

Jenna Ushkowitz and Merle Dandridge to Host Harvest Home Benefit Concert With Performances by Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Kevin McHale and More (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Broadway is coming to Santa Monica. Jenna Ushkowitz (“Glee”) and Merle Dandridge (“The Last of Us,” “Station 19”) are teaming up and gathering their singer friends to raise money for Harvest Home L.A., a non-profit for unhoused pregnant women. “Jenna, Merle, and Friends: A Night of Song” will feature pop and Broadway tunes performed by Jesse Tyler Ferguson (“Modern Family”), Cheyenne Jackson (“American Horror Story”), Katie Lowes (“Scandal”), Kevin McHale (“Glee”), Austin Mackenzie (“Spring Awakening”), Adam Shapiro (“Never Have I Ever”), Tracie Thoms (“9-1-1”), Carly Thomas Smith (“Rent”) and Kim Dawson (“Sing Off”).

Simu Liu on Hosting the People’s Choice Awards, ‘Barbie’ Oscar Snubs and His Love for Taylor: ‘I Am a Swiftie’ - variety.com
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14.02.2024

Simu Liu on Hosting the People’s Choice Awards, ‘Barbie’ Oscar Snubs and His Love for Taylor: ‘I Am a Swiftie’

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Simu Liu’s hosting reel keeps on growing. The “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” star’s past hosting gigs include the Time 100 gala and the Junos. He also hosted “Saturday Night Live” in 2021 and has guest-hosted “Jimmy Kimmy Live!” Now, he’s taking the reins of the People’s Choice Awards.

Riley Keough, Bob Odenkirk and Danny Ramirez to Star in ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ Live Reading, Plus Movie’s Dog Messi (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Beverly Hills - city Sandra
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10.02.2024

Riley Keough, Bob Odenkirk and Danny Ramirez to Star in ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ Live Reading, Plus Movie’s Dog Messi (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Riley Keough, Bob Odenkirk and Danny Ramirez will star in a live reading of the Oscar-nominated drama “Anatomy of a Fall,” as will Jay Ellis, Kate Berlant, Quincy Isaiah and Olivia Wilde. Keough (“Daisy Jones & the Six”) takes on the lead role of Sandra, which earned Sandra Hüller an Oscar nomination for best actress at the upcoming Academy Awards. In addition to the human cast, the movie’s dog Messi will reprise his role as Snoop.

‘Lisa Frankenstein’ Director Zelda Williams on Making Her First Feature and What Happened When a Prosthetic Penis Went Missing - variety.com
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10.02.2024

‘Lisa Frankenstein’ Director Zelda Williams on Making Her First Feature and What Happened When a Prosthetic Penis Went Missing

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events SPOILER ALERT: This story contains mild spoilers for “Lisa Frankenstein,” in theaters now. Zelda Williams has no problem admitting that her feature directorial debut “Lisa Frankenstein” isn’t destined to be considered a cinematic masterpiece. “First and foremost, this movie ISN’T a groundbreaking spiritual journey that will change your worldly perceptions,” she wrote in a filmmaker’s statement, “but it IS a ride — so maybe just try to put your hands in the air and let the coaster take you!” And that it is — a rollercoaster homage to 1980s slasher films.

Lil Nas X Is Not ‘Upset’ Controversial ‘J Christ’ Song Isn’t on Top of the Charts: ‘I’m Proud of My Song and Video’ (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - Los Angeles
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25.01.2024

Lil Nas X Is Not ‘Upset’ Controversial ‘J Christ’ Song Isn’t on Top of the Charts: ‘I’m Proud of My Song and Video’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events The new HBO documentary “Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero” chronicles the Grammy winner as he embarks on his debut concert tour of the same name. The behind-the-scenes film includes the Grammy winner talking about how his family has come to not only accept his queerness, but embrace his sexuality. He’s even taken his dad to a gay bar.

Joel Kim Booster on Limiting the Amount of Gay Best Friend Roles and ‘Derailing’ Dinner Parties With Chrissy Teigen - variety.com - Los Angeles
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24.01.2024

Joel Kim Booster on Limiting the Amount of Gay Best Friend Roles and ‘Derailing’ Dinner Parties With Chrissy Teigen

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events It was recently announced that Joel Kim Booster was teaming up with Searchlight Pictures again following the awards-nominated success of his 2022 queer rom-com “Fire Island.” This time around, Booster’s new script is about the gay best friend (Booster) of a bride-to-be who’s in charge of making sure his bestie’s wedding goes off perfectly. However, Booster says he’d like to start moving away from playing the “gay best friend.” “I know how the industry works,” Booster tells me on this week’s episode of the “Just for Variety” podcast. “I know that there are a couple more gay best friends in my future.

Anne Hathaway Walks Out of Vanity Fair Photoshoot in Solidarity With Condé Nast Union Work Stoppage (EXCLUSIVE) - variety.com - New York
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23.01.2024

Anne Hathaway Walks Out of Vanity Fair Photoshoot in Solidarity With Condé Nast Union Work Stoppage (EXCLUSIVE)

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Anne Hathaway walked out of a Vanity Fair photo shoot Tuesday morning in support of the Condé Nast Union walk out. Nearly 400 union members who work at Condé Nast are currently holding a 24-hour work stoppage to protest negotiation practices they claim are unlawful. Hathaway was unaware of the work stoppage when she arrived at the New York City photo shoot.

Cillian Murphy Breaks Down ‘Mind-Blowing’ First Oscar Nom; Christopher Nolan Says Actor’s ‘Oppenheimer’ Transformation Reminded Him of Heath Ledger’s Joker - variety.com - Ireland
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23.01.2024

Cillian Murphy Breaks Down ‘Mind-Blowing’ First Oscar Nom; Christopher Nolan Says Actor’s ‘Oppenheimer’ Transformation Reminded Him of Heath Ledger’s Joker

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Shortly after the Oscar nominations were announced on Tuesday morning, “Oppenheimer” director Christopher Nolan recalled watching Cillian Murphy transform into J. Robert Oppenheimer for the first time. “It was really in the hair and makeup tests, which we shoot on Imax and in black-and-white,” Nolan told Variety.

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