The Oscars 2021 nominees announcement was historic in more ways than one. While diversity was at play, several artists like Viola Davis, Chloe Zhao, Riz Ahmed, Steven Yeun and Emerald Fennel made history with their nominations.
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legendary blues singer Ma Rainey in the Netflix film , Davis will portray one of the most beloved former first ladies. “I am in the place of a little bit of fear, well, I am not going to lie, a lot of fear,” she recently told ET about preparing to play Obama, revealing she’s done it all.
“I started last year… I had the privilege and honor and blessing to be able to talk to her and read her book of course, watch her documentary, look at every video.” Davis adds that “she is all things. She is a
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15.03.2021 / 18:57
Oscars 2021: Chadwick Boseman gets his first posthumous nod, Viola Davis is most nominated Black actress ever
The much-awaited Oscars 2021 nominations are finally out and while not everyone is a winner there are some great firsts. This year's awards season has been dominated by late actor Chadwick Boseman and it was a repeat at the Oscars 2021 nominations.
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15.03.2021 / 16:13
Mia Neal and Jamika Wilson Become the First Black Women Nominated for Hair and Makeup Oscar
Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” hair department head Mia Neal and Jamika Wilson, hairstylist to Oscar-nominated actor Viola Davis, made history on Monday when they became the first Black women to be nominated for makeup and hairstyling.The award was created by the Academy in 1981 after the 1980 film “The Elephant Man” was not recognized.Neal, who previously worked on “Uncut Gems,” said, “I am overwhelmed with gratitude to be honored by such a prestigious committee.
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12.03.2021 / 05:49
Michelle and Barack Obama Promote the COVID-19 Vaccine Along With Other Presidents and First Ladies
COVID-19 vaccine. Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, George W.
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11.03.2021 / 00:07
‘The First Lady’: Aya Cash, Jake Picking, Ben Cook Among 8 Cast In Showtime Anthology Series
EXCLUSIVE: Showtime has rounded out the cast for its upcoming anthology series The First Lady. Aya Cash (The Boys), Jake Picking (Hollywood), Cayden Boyd (The Resident), Marc Hills (Snatchers), Ben Cook (Paterno), Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (Bridge and Tunnel), Thomas E. Sullivan (Roswell, New Mexico) and Patrice Johnson Chevannes (Chambers) have been cast in the series, joining previously announced stars Viola Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer and Gillian Anderson.
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10.03.2021 / 09:59
Malia Obama to be played by ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ star Lexi Underwood in Showtime's 'The First Lady'
Lexi Underwood has been cast in the recurring role of Malia Obama in the Showtime anthology series "The First Lady," Variety has learned. The series is described as a reframing of American leadership, told through the lens of the women at the heart of the White House.
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10.03.2021 / 02:33
‘The First Lady’: Lexi Underwood To Play Malia Obama In Showtime Anthology Series
Lexi Underwood, breakout star of Hulu’s Little Fires Everywhere, is set to portray Malia Obama opposite Viola Davis’ Michelle Obama and O-T Fagbenle’s Barack Obama in Showtime’s anthology series The First Lady, headlined by Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer and Gillian Anderson. Davis executive produces the series, directed and executive produced by Susanne Bier and produced by Lionsgate TV and Showtime.
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10.03.2021 / 02:07
‘Little Fires Everywhere’ Star Lexi Underwood to Play Malia Obama in ‘The First Lady’ at Showtime
Joe Otterson TV ReporterLexi Underwood has been cast in the recurring role of Malia Obama in the Showtime anthology series “The First Lady,” Variety has learned.The series is described as a reframing of American leadership, told through the lens of the women at the heart of the White House. Viola Davis will play Michelle Obama, while O-T Fagbenle will appear as President Barack Obama.
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09.03.2021 / 01:31
Michelle Obama To Appear On ‘The Tonight Show’ & ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ To Promote ‘Waffles & Mochi’
UPDATE: The former First Lady is also appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday March 16. Late-night talent wars, anyone?
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02.03.2021 / 20:55
‘The First Lady’: Dakota Fanning To Play Susan Ford In Showtime Anthology Series
Dakota Fanning is set to pportray Susan Elizabeth Ford opposite Michelle Pfeiffer’s Betty Ford and Aaron Eckhart’s Gerald Ford in Showtime’s anthology series The First Lady, headlined by Viola Davis, Pfeiffer and Gillian Anderson. Davis executive produces the series, directed and executive produced by Susanne Bier and produced by Lionsgate TV and Showtime.
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02.03.2021 / 20:35
Dakota Fanning to Play Susan Ford in Showtime Series ‘The First Lady’
Joe Otterson TV ReporterDakota Fanning has signed on to play Susan Ford in the Showtime anthology series “The First Lady,” Variety has learned.Susan is the only daughter of Betty Ford and President Gerald Ford, who will be played in the series by Michelle Pfeiffer and Aaron Eckhart respectively.
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01.03.2021 / 07:51
‘The United States vs. Billie Holiday’ Star Andra Day Nabs First Golden Globe Award For Best Actress In A Motion Picture
First-time nominee Andra Day won the Golden Globe award tonight for her first major acting role as legendary blues artist and civil rights icon Billie Holiday in The United States vs. Billie Holiday.
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26.02.2021 / 14:50
O-T Fagbenle to play Barack Obama in new series ‘The First Lady’
The First Lady.The Handmaid’s Tale star will appear alongside Viola Davis as Michelle Obama in Showtime’s new drama series which, according to a press release, aims to reframe US politics “through the lens of the women at the heart of the White House”.Michelle Pfeiffer will star as Betty Ford and Aaron Eckhart as President Gerald Ford in the first season, and Gillian Anderson will portray Eleanor Roosevelt.
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26.02.2021 / 07:11
'Handmaid's Tale' Actor O-T Fagbenle to Play Barack Obama in Showtime's 'The First Lady'
Showtime’s The First Lady has found its Barack Obama!
etonline.com
25.02.2021 / 23:47
'Handmaid's Tale' Star O-T Fagbenle to Play Barack Obama in Showtime's 'The First Lady'
Barack Obama. O-T Fagbenle will play the 44th president in Showtime's upcoming series, ET confirms.
variety.com
25.02.2021 / 22:19
‘The First Lady’ Anthology Series at Showtime Casts O-T Fagbenle as Barack Obama
Joe Otterson TV ReporterO-T Fagbenle has been cast in the recurring role of President Barack Obama in the upcoming Showtime anthology series “The First Lady.”He will star opposite Viola Davis, who will play First Lady Michelle Obama. The show is described as a reframing of American leadership, told through the lens of the women at the heart of the White House.
deadline.com
25.02.2021 / 22:19
‘The First Lady’: O-T Fagbenle To Play Barack Obama In Showtime Anthology Series
O-T Fagbenle is set to play President Barack Obama opposite Viola Davis’ Michelle Obama in Showtime’s anthology series The First Lady, headlined by Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer and Gillian Anderson. Davis executive produces, the series, directed and executive produced by Susanne Bier and produced by Lionsgate TV and Showtime.
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24.02.2021 / 19:10
Viola Davis on Chadwick Boseman, Awards Season and Transforming for 'The First Lady' (Exclusive)
Viola Davis announces emphatically, punctuating each word with a stroke of her hand, «because a lot of times when Black actors are nominated for any award or get any accolades or get a spotlight, it is always with a caveat that it is only happening because we're Black. Or it is only happening because such and such and such and such.