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Lisa Rinna, Phaedra Parks, Dolores Catania and More ‘Real Housewives’ to Star in Revival of Neil Simon’s ‘Rumors’Variety

Lisa Rinna, Phaedra Parks and Dolores Catania are among the Bravo’s “Real Housewives” stars who are uniting for a new Off-Broadway revival of Neil Simon’s farce “Rumors.” They will be joined by Stacey Rusch, Cynthia Bailey, Eileen Davidson, Carole Radziwill and Candiace Dillard-Bassett. This production will mark the New York stage debut for everyone other […]

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BAFTA Names Hilary Rosen as ChairVariety

BAFTA has confirmed that Hilary Rosen has been appointed as its new chair. Following a year as deputy chair, Rosen succeeds Sara Putt, who steps down after a three-year term. Rosen will oversee the organization’s “mission to champion film, games and television talent through its awards, industry leadership and year-round development programs,” BAFTA said. A […]

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‘All of a Sudden,’ ‘Clarissa,’ ‘La Gradiva,’ ‘The Invite’ and ‘Tender Loving Care’ Lead Gothams NomineesVariety

“All of a Sudden,” “Clarissa,” “La Gradiva,” “The Invite” and “Tender Loving Care” lead the nominations for the 36th edition of The Gothams with four nods each. The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced nominations for the 36th edition of The Gothams, singling out 42 feature films and 25 performances in 11 award categories. “Clarissa” […]

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Russell Brand Trial: Judge Drops Indecent Assault Charge, Replaces It With Attempted Assault CountVariety

A judge overseeing Russell Brand’s criminal trial has dismissed an indecent assault charge against the British comedian and actor, replacing it with a count of attempted indecent assault. Mr Justice Bennathan made the decision midway through the trial, telling jurors that he had concluded there was “insufficient evidence” to support the indecent assault charge in […]

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Walter Koenig, Chekov on Original ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90Variety

Walter Koenig, who memorably played Chekov in the original “Star Trek” series and seven “Star Trek” feature films, died Sunday in Los Angeles, Variety has confirmed. He was 90. His reps said in a statement, “Today we mourn the passing of Walter Koenig, whose talent, warmth, and unforgettable performances left a lasting mark on generations […]

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Harry Styles Waltzes His Way Through ‘Coming Up Roses’ Music VideoVariety

Harry Styles puts his waltzing skills to the test in the video for “Coming Up Roses,” the latest single to get the music video treatment from his fourth album “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.” For the clip, Styles reunites with directing duo Bradley & Pablo, who helmed the videos for “Watermelon Sugar” and “Late […]

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Music Industry Moves: Mary J. Blige Sells Music Catalogs to Primary Wave; Stella Lefty Signs With Make Wake for Management; Boyz II Men Ink With Warner Records NashvilleVariety

Mary J. Blige has sold undisclosed shares of her publishing and recorded-music assets to Primary Wave Music, the company announced on Monday morning. Included in the deal are some of Blige’s greatest hits, including “Family Affair,’ “My Life,” “Mary Jane (All Night Long),” “You Bring Me Joy,” “Be Without You,” “I Can Love You,” and […]

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‘Madison’ Horror Game to Get Movie Adaptation From Story KitchenVariety

Pulse-pounding psychological horror game “Madison” is going to splash some blood on the silver screen. L.A.-based Story Kitchen, a production company specializing in game-to-movie adaptations, has inked a pact with “Madison” developer Bloodious Games to develop a feature film set in the world of the first-person horror title. Currently, there’s no casting info for the […]

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Amy Madigan Joins Cast of Paramount+’s ‘Ascent’ With Viola Davis and Sam HeughanVariety

Oscar winner Amy Madigan (“Weapons”) has joined the cast of Paramount+’s upcoming drama thriller “Ascent.” She joins previously announced star/exec producer Viola Davis and star Sam Heughan. According to the streamer, Madigan will play “Rachel,” described as “a former executive at Ascent Ventures and Catriona’s (Davis) lifelong mentor.” The casting reunites Madigan with “Ascent” creator […]

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Jessica Biel Says ‘7th Heaven’ Reboot Will ‘Modernize’ the Show Now That TV Has ‘Less Limitations’: ‘We Were Very Careful About What Our Audience Wanted’Variety

Nearly 20 years since the conclusion of “7th Heaven,” and over a year since the news broke about its reboot, original star Jessica Biel is giving fans an update on the new iteration of the show, including how she plans to “modernize” it for today’s audience and what she hopes to accomplish on set as […]