Variety Wins Two 2023 Webby Awards

Loreen is making history at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest!

Ethan Shanfeld Variety garnered a record 96 nominations for the SoCal Journalism awards sponsored by the Los Angeles Press Club, with nods across magazine and entertainment journalism, art and photography, video, audio, online content and social media during the 2022 calendar year. Among the nominations announced Friday were Tim Gray for print journalist of the year and Clayton Davis for online journalist of the year. In addition, Owen Gleiberman, Chris Willman and Daniel D’Addario were nominated as entertainment journalists of the year. “We are extremely proud of our newsroom for a banner year in record-breaking traffic, hard-hitting investigative journalism, profile writing and video. These nominations are a testament to the great work Variety is doing covering the entertainment industry,” said Variety co-editor-in-chiefs Ramin Setoodeh and Cynthia Littleton.

see all winners here.ENTERTAINER OF THE YEARChris StapletonFEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEARLainey WilsonMALE ARTIST OF THE YEARMorgan WallenDUO OF THE YEARBrothers OsborneGROUP OF THE YEAROld DominionNEW FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEARHailey WhittersNEW MALE ARTIST OF THE YEARZach BryanALBUM OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company–Label(s)]Bell Bottom Country – Lainey WilsonProducer: Jay JoyceRecord Company-Label: Broken Bow RecordsSINGLE OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company–Label(s)]She Had Me At Heads Carolina – Cole SwindellProducer: Zach CrowellRecord Company-Label: Warner Music NashvilleSONG OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Songwriter(s)/Publisher(s)/Artist(s)]She Had Me At Heads Carolina – Cole SwindellSongwriters: Ashley Gorley, Cole Swindell, Jesse Frasure, Mark D. Sanders, Thomas Rhett, Tim NicholsPublishers: Ashley Gorley Publishing Designee; Be A Light Publishing; Colden Rainey Music; EMI Blackwood Music Inc; Songs Of Roc Nation Music; Sony Tree Publishing; Telemitry Rhythm House Music; Universal Music Corp; WC Music Corp; Warner-Tamerlane Publishing CorpVISUAL MEDIA OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Producer(s)/Director(s)/Artist(s)]wait in the truck – HARDY feat.

Jelly Roll hit the stage at the 58th annual ACM Awards on Thursday, and got some surprise help from country songstress Lainey Wilson!The genre-defying artist hit the stage for a beautiful and emotionally charged performance of his song «Save Me,» which made great use of his raw and powerful vocals.As he sang, Wilson — fresh off her big win for Female Artist of the Year — came out, rocking a whole new blue-and-while ensemble and she joined him for a stunning duet of the heartbreaking tune.Their performance was one of the musical highlights of the light, and was a perfect transition into Wilson's solo ACM Awards set, where she ramped up the energy with a performance of her single, «Grease.»Jelly Roll spoke with ET's Rachel Smith on the red carpet ahead of the show and opened up about his plans for his big performance.«I feel like I'm gonna take the world to a real intimate meeting,» he shared, without revealing his surprise at the time. «I feel like sometimes you take the show to the people and sometimes you bring the people to the show, and tonight I wanna feel like we're all sitting around a campfire and having a conversation.»While he was excited for the chance to perform, Jelly Roll also admitted that he was nervous about performing right in front of some of his peers — specifically, celebrated musician Chris Stapleton.«It's gonna be hard! Stapleton's sitting right in front of me.

Ed Sheeran just made his debut at the 58th annual ACM Awards and he delivered a powerful performance with some help from Luke Combs.The «Shape of You» singer hit the stage Thursday night at the Ford Center's The Star in Frisco, Texas, and performed «Life Goes On» while strumming his guitar and rocking an appropriately country denim ensemble.Sheeran turned the number — off his just-released album — into a duet with Combs, who joined the English singer on stage in a surprise appearance that gave the song a fantastic country music flair.After the unexpected pairing, host Garth Brooks took the stage to ask the artists about their collaboration and how they made it come together.«We met like 2018, I'd heard Luke's music through a friend… and we've just been friends for years now,» Sheeran said, smiling, «and it's been great.»Sheeran's performance comes exactly one week after a verdict sided with him in a copyright trial over his «Thinking Out Loud» track. A New York City jury ultimately found that the 32-year-old singer did not copy Marvin Gaye's 1973 hit, «Let's Get It On,' for his 2014 hit track. After the verdict was reached, Sheeran, who was forced to miss his grandmother's funeral in Ireland to attend the trial, publicly released a statement about his win and the case as a whole.»I am obviously very happy with the outcome of the case, and it looks like I'm not going to have to retire from my day job after all — but, at the same time, I am unbelievably frustrated that baseless claims like this are allowed to go to court at all," Sheeran's statement read.

Garth Brooks to host the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday, and they kicked things off with a fun opening number that took a decidedly risqué turn.Brooks hit the stage with a big smile and welcomed the audience with a love-fest between him and his co-host, Dolly Parton, whom he called the G.O.A.T. and introduced with her well-deserved title of the «King of Country Music.»«Did I hear you say you were looking for a G.O.A.T.?» Parton said, coming out onto the stage pulling a cart with a real goat in it. «I've got your G.O.A.T.

Lainey Wilson is dating! And it appears she had just one rule for her date when they attended the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards: don't steal her thunder!The «Heart Like a Truck» songstress spoke to ET's Rachel Smith on Thursday in Frisco, Texas and before diving into country music's biggest night, Wilson had to get a little something, something off her chest when it came to her date, former NFL quarterback Devlin Hodges.«Yup, yup. I brought me a hot date tonight,» she tells ET.

Miranda Lambert was absolutely glowing alongside her husband, Brendan McLoughlin, at the 2023 CM Awards on Thursday.Lambert wore a shimmering, blue gownwhich she paired with matching blue heels, that were visible in part thanks to the thigh-high slit on the country crooner's dress. Wearing her long blonde locks down in a loose, wavy hairstyle, Lambert opted for minimal jewels, rocking dainty earrings and a few rings.

Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks are the perfect pair to host the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards. Along with honoring the best musicians in the genre, the star-studded awards show features appearances and performances by today's country music favorites. It is country music's biggest party, after all.  With so much to look forward to, you may be wondering how to watch the 2023 ACMs.

Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn, came to slay at the 2023 CM Awards red carpet.Kane rocked a powder blue suit and white shirt which he topped off with a pair of black boots, while Katelyn stunned in a glittering bra top and black satin skirt, which she paired with matching sparkling heels and an equally shiny purse.The couple were loved-up as ever on the carpet, sharing a kiss for the cameras as they posed for pics.In addition to strutting their stuff on the red carpet, Kane will be hitting the stage at Ford Center's The Star venue. Other A-list performers include Jason Aldean, Luke Combs, Ashley McBryde, Keith Urban and more.The duo are also nominees, with Kane and Katelyn earning a nom in the Single of the Year category for their track, «Thank God,» as well as in the Visual Media of the Year and Music Event of the Year categories.

Jelly Roll is gearing up to take the stage at the 58th annual ACM Awards, and the celebrated, genre-defying, award-winning singer-songwriter is still feeling the jitters.The «Need a Favor» artist walked the carpet at this year's star-studded show on Thursday, at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, and he spoke with ET's Rachel Smith about his excitement and his trepidation.«This is where I belong, y'all, right here. I am with my kind… I'm just f**king fired up, man!» Jelly Roll exclaimed with a broad smile.

2023 Tony Awards telecast will go on as planned a month from now are slipping away fast, multiple sources told The Post.The complexities of the writers’ strike, which is still in its early days, have made it virtually impossible for the show, Broadway’s biggest promotional push of the year, to air on Sunday, June 11 on CBS.“The Tonys are hanging on by fingernails,” said a source familiar with the turmoil. “It’s a mess.” The American Theatre Wing and Broadway League, two trade organizations that put on the ceremony, are voting Friday to decide how to move forward.The Wing, I’m told, would prefer to postpone the broadcast — which is still set to take place at the United Palace in Washington Heights — until the strike is over. That option would look something like when the 2020 Tony Awards finally went on in Sept.

Stranger Things‘ fourth season was split into two parts and the first part fell into the eligibility window for the 2022 Emmy Awards while the second part is in the eligibility window for the 2023 show.

The Peabody Awards revealed their 2023 winners in entertainment and for a number of programs it’s a welcome boost for their Emmy nomination prospects. Apple TV+ had three programs honored: “Bad Sisters,” “Pachinko” and “Severance.” HBO landed two winners in “We’re Here,” a rare non-fiction selection, and “Los Espookys,” a program the network disappointingly canceled in December.

Eurovision 2023 — check out a full list of the latest odds below.This year’s instalment of the concert will take place in Liverpool, following the ongoing political conflict taking place in Ukraine — who won the competition last year. The semi-finals take place today (May 9) and Thursday (11 May), ahead of the grand finale on Saturday (13 May).Currently, Sweden is taking the lead with Loreen’s ‘Tattoo’, which has odds listed as 8/13 on bet365. The singer, who returned to the stage after winning the 2012 contest, is set to face tight competition from Finland this year.Represented by Käärijä with the song ‘Cha Cha Cha’, Finland is in second place with 9/4 according to bet365.

cause of death at age 67 was revealed by TMZ on Monday to be “pulmonary edema and acute heart failure,” has at least three films completed or in post-production. One will be released as soon as this Friday. And earlier in 2023, Liotta appeared posthumously as a killer drug kingpin in “Cocaine Bear.”Here’s the status of Liotta’s forthcoming projects.Liotta posthumously appears in “Fool’s Paradise,” directed by Charlie Day, which hits theaters May 12.

Calling all Take That fans, as well as anyone who loves a brilliant show with live music, brilliant dancing and a storyline to make your spirits soar.

Curtains up! The 76th annual Tony Awards are just around the corner and stars including Jessica Chastain, Jodie Comer and Josh Groban will be recognized for their work on Broadway during the ceremony.

like most of this season, looking smaller than usual.Ahead of the awards, held on June 11, the pre-show telecast has been banished by CBS to something called Pluto. The Tonys themselves are taking place about as far away from the Theater District as the planet Pluto — at the United Palace in Washington Heights.

Funny Girl star Lea Michele and 2022 Tony Award Winner Myles Frost (MJ) will announce the 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations on Tuesday.