Spencer Pratt conceded defeat in the race for Los Angeles mayor on Friday, painting a bleak picture of the city 8217 s future under either of his opponents and vowing to continue to 8220 expose this corrupt machine. 8221 Pratt, a Republican and former star of 8220 The Hills, 8221 finished t

Ashley Padilla was shopping with her mom at Glendale s Americana at Brand outdoor mall in September 2024 when the news was announced She had just been added to Saturday Night Live as a featured player. Padilla had just collaborated with her old boss, Diane Keaton, on a new book, Fashion First,

Singer-songwriter Michael Stipe has known Elton John for over 35 years. In a rare move, Elton John broke his rule of not sharing Stipe's personal phone number with another musician, giving it to Andrew Watt. Watt, a renowned music producer, texted Stipe with an idea, sparking a new collaboration. The exact nature of the project remains unclear, but the introduction by Elton John has paved the way for an exciting new musical venture. Stipe and Watt's collaboration is a testament to the power of connections and the importance of taking risks in the music industry.

Jimmi Simpson has joined the upcoming Hulu drama series 8220 Conviction, 8221 Variety has learned exclusively. Simpson will star alongside previously announced lead Elisabeth Moss and fellow cast members Sebastian De Souza and Adam Godley. The show is based on the Jack Jordan novel of the same n

Families looking for a new way to enjoy game night may want to clear a spot on the shelf. Tonies has teamed up with Hasbro Games to launch the new Tonieplay Hasbro Collection, a screen-free gaming experience that reimagines three beloved classics 8216 Monopoly 8217 , 8216 Guess Who 8217 and

Tom Cruise recently gathered with some of his most notable co-stars from Steven Spielberg's films for a screening of the director's latest project, 'Disclosure Day'. The event brought together Cruise, Colin Farrell, and Dakota Fanning, all of whom have previously worked with Spielberg in notable films. Cruise and Spielberg collaborated on 'Minority Report', while Dakota Fanning starred in 'War of the Worlds'. The reunion took place in support of Spielberg's new alien thriller, which has generated significant buzz in the film industry. The event marked a rare opportunity for fans to see the actors reunite and pay tribute to Spielberg's continued contributions to the world of cinema.

Olivia Rodrigo 8217 s third studio album, 8220 You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, 8221 is one of the year 8217 s most anticipated releases. Available worldwide now, the singer has partnered with Target on an exclusive collection of merchandise, all themed to the album. Among items avai

On today s episode of Variety s 8220 Strictly Business 8221 podcast, Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, gives a wide-ranging interview on the evolution of Amazon s media strategy, how the MGM acquisition has changed the game, why the streamer is investing heavily in sports

DC DOX is off to a smashing start. The documentary film festival in the nation s capital opened Thursday night with the Billie Jean King film Give Me the Ball!, exploring the career and cultural impact of the tennis legend. King, 82, took part in a discussion after the screening, where she was joine

Ali Hazelwood fans, unite. The Love Hypothesis is becoming a movie. The film began rounds of casting mid-July 2025. Hazelwood s book arrived on shelves Sept. 14, 2021thanks to Berkley Books. The author has confirmed that the book began as fanfiction for the Star Wars characters Rey and Kylo Ren. Rea

At the company's annual meeting this week, shareholders made their voices heard in a non-binding vote on CEO David Zaslav's 2025 compensation package. Despite the vote not being binding, it still reflects the deep dissatisfaction of many shareholders with the package. According to a SEC filing on Friday, 84.3% of votes cast in the yearly say-on-pay tally were against the package. This is a significant blow to Zaslav, who has been under scrutiny for his compensation in recent years. The company's decision to offer the package to Zaslav has been met with criticism from many, who argue that it is excessive and not reflective of the company's performance. The vote is a clear indication that shareholders are not happy with the direction of the company and its leadership. The outcome of the vote will likely be a major topic of discussion in the coming days and weeks, and could potentially lead to changes in the company's leadership or compensation practices.

With a streak of blue in her blonde hair and a silver electric guitar pendant teamed with a flower print dress and sneakers, Emmanuelle Seigner has an air of rock chick meets relaxed femininity as she sits down to talk to journalists at the Taormina Film Festival. The French actress is one of the gu

After a closely watched box office battle, it is official: Michael has dethroned Bohemian Rhapsody as the highest-grossing music biopic. The film, which tells the story of Michael Jackson's life and career, has captivated audiences worldwide with its stunning visuals and poignant portrayal of the pop icon. The film's success marks a significant milestone in the biopic genre, cementing its place as a cinematic masterpiece. Industry experts are hailing the film's achievement as a testament to the enduring power of Michael Jackson's music and legacy.

SPOILER ALERT This post contains spoilers for the entirety of Every Year After. A character like Michael Bradway s Charlie might seem all charm and charisma, but as the story of Ever Year After based on Carley Fortune s debut novel Every Summer After unfolds, there is more to the elder Florek b

Blake Lively will be getting some money from Justin Baldoni out of what happened during the making of It Ends With Us and the reputational fallout that ensued in the summer of 2024. 8220 Lively is entitled to fees and costs, 8221 Judge Lewis Liman wrote Friday in deeply reasoned 47-page order ov

EXCLUSIVE The Night Agent will give fans what they want before calling it a day 8212 Peter Sutherland and Rose Larkin together again. Luciane Buchanan, who played Peter 8217 s Gabriel Basso charge-turned-partner and love interest Rose in the first two seasons of the Netflix action drama, will