Variety describes a vibrant Persian New Year gathering on April 4 at Rome’s Alcazar club, where crowds danced to vintage Iranian tracks by 1980s pop star Googosh. The event took place while Iran endured missile strikes f...
At the opening night of the TCM Classic Film Festival, Jane Fonda recalled her "painful" crush on co‑star Robert Redford. She also walked back a previous remark about Barbra Streisand's Oscars tribute, saying that Redfor...
The Hollywood Reporter has published a comprehensive, regularly updated guide to 2026 television premiere dates. The list covers new series and specials across streaming services, broadcast networks and cable channels, h...
Comedian Redouane Bougheraba appears on France 24's Paris des Arts series to talk about his latest solo performance, "Mon Premier Spectacle." He shares insights into the show’s themes and his creative process, while host...
A UK court has quashed Graham Linehan's 2023 criminal‑damage conviction stemming from a confrontation with a trans rights activist. The decision reverses the earlier guilty verdict, sparking debate over legal handling of...
Variety reports that veteran journalist Sharyn Alfonsi, a correspondent on “60 Minutes,” was honored with the Ridenhour Prize for courageous reporting. While accepting the award in Washington, D.C., Alfonsi voiced concer...
In a Rolling Stone interview, actress‑singer Maya Hawke talks about her newly released album “Maitreya Corso.” She cites inspiration from co‑star Sadie Sink and pop icon Taylor Swift, and explains why she regards Taylor ...
Variety confirms that former One Direction member Zayn Malik has called off every United States show on his 2026 tour. The decision follows his recent hospitalization for an unspecified illness. Malik will still perform ...
The Hollywood Reporter announced that actress Geena Davis will host the amfAR fundraising gala in Cannes on May 21. Davis will share the stage with performers Robbie Williams, Zara Larsson and Pink Pantheress at the icon...
Variety details a heated confrontation that erupted between commentators Scott Jennings and Adam Mockler during a live broadcast of CNN’s “NewsNight.” The altercation briefly derailed the program and drew attention to th...
Actor Anthony Azizi, known for his role on "CSI" and a member of the Baha’i faith, spoke about the increasing persecution of Baha’is as tensions rise between the United States and Iran. He linked the crackdown to a broad...
The 18th edition of the Festival des Musiques Urbaines d’Abidjan (FEMUA) will feature African legends Youssou N'Dour and Fatoumata Diawara among its headliners. Organised by A'Salfo of Magic System, the festival showcase...
Rolling Stone reports that guitarist‑singer Marcus King has dropped a new album steeped in Allman Brothers’ influences. He uses the release to push back against critics, calling the “court of public opinion” “f‑cked.” Ki...
Variety reports that United Talent Agency has taken on director Adam Meeks, whose film “Union County” debuted at Sundance in January to a standing ovation. The drama stars Will Poulter and Noah Centineo as brothers battl...
Artist Zhanna Kadyrova’s concrete "origami deer," a symbol of hope forged during the early days of Russia’s invasion, has been installed in Paris before heading to the Venice Biennale. The piece, first placed in a quiet ...
A trailer for the upcoming Netflix documentary “Marty, Life Is Short” celebrates comedian Martin Short’s career. The film features tributes from Steve Martin, Eugene Levy, the late Catherine O’Hara, Tom Hanks and Short’s...
Variety reports that the highly anticipated sequel "The Devil Wears Prada 2" has generated $10 million in preview earnings. Industry analysts project an opening‑weekend haul of $75‑80 million, with some forecasters sugge...
Rolling Stone profiles alt‑rock legend Tori Amos as she unveils a new concept record that tackles gender politics. Amos explains why she declined participation in the revived Lilith Fair and shares a conversation with th...
Variety reveals that hip‑hop icon Snoop Dogg will perform at this year’s Race to Erase MS Gala, the 33rd annual fundraising event for multiple sclerosis research. The gala is scheduled for June 5 at the Fairmont Century ...
Variety publishes an exclusive interview with R&B producer‑singer The‑Dream, who explains that his upcoming album “Love/Hate 2” emerged unexpectedly after more than a decade away from recording. He reflects on his 2007 d...