Sundance Prize Winner D. Smith Partners With Media Res On Documentary ‘Blvd’

President Biden bestowed the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the nation, upon nineteen individuals whose contributions have profoundly shaped the United States. Among these distinguished recipients were two exceptional Latinas, Ellen Ochoa and Teresa Romero, whose achievements have left an indelible mark on their respective fields.Ellen Ochoa, a pioneer in space exploration, etched her name in history as the first Hispanic woman to journey into space and the second female Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

Gisele Bündchen recently offered a refreshing glimpse into her serene morning ritual.

Cher has explained why she once turned down a date with Elvis Presley.The pop icon, 77, spoke about why she prefers younger men during a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show.“I’m really shy when I’m not working, and kind of shy around men,” she explained. “And the reason I go out with young men is because men my age or older – well, now they’re all dead – but before they just never… they were always terrified to approach me.”Cher went on to agree that younger men are “bolder”, adding: “[They’re] raised by women like me.”The conversation about the singer’s love life arose after she revealed that she once turned down a date with Elvis.“It was because I was nervous and I knew of the people around him,” Cher told Hudson.

The Jeffrey Archer Company has struck a deal to localize his literary works into film and TV adaptations with ex-Amazon exec Thomas Drachkovitch and ex-CAA Agent Jason Hafford’s new outfit.

Paula Abdul filed her sexual assault and battery suit against Nigel Lythgoe late last year seeking a jury trial, and she’s going to get one.

Whitney Cinkala Variety will return to the Croissette for its annual Welcome to Cannes Party, hosted in partnership with The Gotham Film & Media Institute. The event will take place on May 16 at Lucia Beach. Variety and The Gotham will host executives, talent and filmmakers to kick off the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves have once again showcased their commitment to philanthropy in the most heartwarming manner. The power couple graced the 2024 Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala in Austin, Texas, to support a noble cause and turn the event into a rare family affair.

Everything that Marcus Rashford touched last season turned to gold. Or should that be goals?

Fathom Events will partner with Warner Bros. Pictures in bringing filmmaker Daniela Völker’s documentary The Commandant’s Shadow to theaters across the U.S. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, with an encore presentation the following day. Screenings will be available in 500+ theaters across the Fathom network of cinemas. Tickets go on sale from today at Fathom Events and participating theater box offices. 

Kim Kardashian is back in the White House!

EXCLUSIVE: The Doris Duke Foundation is pleased to announce its  continued commitment to uplifting Muslim stories through a $1 million grant to Sundance Institute. Through a three-year commitment, the grant establishes the Building Bridges Fellowship and Completion Fund. The fellowship aims to provide financial and creative resources, mentorship, and support to filmmakers, producers, and other creators focused on telling Muslim-related stories while also offering community and network support with other creatives in the industry.

Katcy Stephan Post Malone, Vault Comics and Michael Bay and Brad Fuller’s Platinum Dunes have partnered to create an all-new IP universe based on an original story by the recording artist. Blending elements of road thrillers like “Mad Max: Fury Road” and demonic horror like “Evil Dead,” Malone’s story is set in medieval Europe, where the only thing standing in the way of the horde of demons infesting the continent is a mysterious armored 18-wheeler seemingly sent back from the heavens. “I’m so pumped to share this badass story with the world, and I couldn’t ask for better partners than Michael Bay and Vault to help bring this story to life,” says Malone.

EXCLUSIVE: Noah Media, producer of Netflix’s 14 Peaks and Sky’s Villeneuve Pironi, has restructured to focus on international docs and laid off a small number of staff.

BAFTA Unveils Special Award Winner & Host For 2024 Craft Gongs

Former "Dancing with the Stars" pro Cheryl Burke learned some important lessons during her marriage to Matthew Lawrence. During an appearance on the "Amy & T.J. Podcast" with Amy Robach and T.J.

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is shining a spotlight on one of the most revered filmmakers in cinema history.

Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent In a big move to plant their flag internationally, leading Hollywood talent agency CAA has appointed Alex McGuire to oversee the firm’s sports media representation efforts throughout the U.K. and Europe.

EXCLUSIVE: The First Omen director and co-scribe Arkasha Stevenson and the pic’s screenwriter/EP Tim Smith have signed with WME for representation in all areas. 

Tess Daly left fans stunned as she was seen alongside her husband Vernon Kay as she said 'thanks for the memories'. The couple, who tied the knot in 2003 and celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary last year, revealed they've been soaking up the sun on an Easter break.

IAC, the Barry Diller-owned company that controls The Daily Beast, has landed a strategic partnership with former Disney executive Ben Sherwood and Hearst veteran Joanna Coles to define the digital publication’s next chapter in a struggling media climate.