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Al Pacino to Serve as Lead Juror for Lee Strasberg Film Festival- Film News in Brief

Al Pacino is returning to the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute as the lead juror for the Lee Strasberg Film Festival (LSFF) this November. Pacino, who studied method acting under Strasberg, will lead a jury of actors and filmmakers, evaluating independent films and performances for the 10th edition of the festival. Also serving on […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Jay-Z Yankee Stadium Concert Security Breach Caught on Video

Some of the "10,000 fans" outside began to storm the gates of the Sunday night show, which didn't begin until after midnight on Monday.

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Team USA Soccer Star Folarin Balogun Signs With Klutch Sports Group (Exclusive)

The striker scored three goals in this year’s FIFA World Cup, helping the U.S. advance to the round of 16.

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness’ Showrunner Jeff Schaffer on Working With Obama (and Navigating Trump) With Larry David

The longtime David collaborator knows that 2026 is both a fitting and bizarre time to be feting the U.S.: "We’re celebrating America, warts and all. And right now, there's a saggy orange wart."

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Variety

Why I’m Suing to Block the Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger (Guest Column)

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison may think the promise of the Paramount Warner Bros. Discovery mega-merger is an offer we can’t refuse, but I’m here to say: He’s wrong. I am leading a coalition of 12 state Attorneys General in taking Paramount and Warner Bros. to court to stop this unlawful merger. The entertainment industry […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Variety

NowThis Hires Georgie Guinane as Head of L.A. Studio

NowThis, the digital-first and social news outlet that targets Gen Z audiences, has hired producer Georgie Guinane as head of studio, L.A. In the new role, Guinane will lead NowThis’ Los Angeles studio, in charge of the company’s slate of original digital series. She reports directly to editor in chief Michael Vito Valentino. Guinane joins […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Variety

NowThis Hires Georgie Guinane as Head of L.A. Studio

NowThis, the digital-first and social news outlet that targets Gen Z audiences, has hired producer Georgie Guinane as head of studio, L.A. In the new role, Guinane will lead NowThis’ Los Angeles studio, in charge of the company’s slate of original digital series. She reports directly to editor in chief Michael Vito Valentino. Guinane joins […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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Paramount Blasts States’ Lawsuit Aimed at Blocking Warner Bros. Deal, Claims Litigation Will ‘Shield’ Netflix and Tech Companies From ‘Much-Needed Competition’

Paramount Skydance sharply criticized a coalition of 12 Democratic state attorneys general that sued to block the David Ellison-led company’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. The lawsuit filed by the state AGs “distorts settled antitrust law and is based on a misrepresentation of competition in the entertainment industry today,” Paramount said Monday, after the suit […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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Billie Joe Armstrong Partners With Marshall on Handwired Amp Inspired by Green Day’s ‘Dookie’ Era

Billie Joe Armstrong is turning one of punk rock’s most recognizable guitar sounds into a signature Marshall amplifier. Marshall has unveiled the 1959BJA Artist Signature, a handwired, 100-watt amp developed with the Green Day frontman and modeled in part on the guitar tone heard during the band’s “Dookie” era. The release marks Marshall’s first artist-signature […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Madonna Earns 10th No. 1 Album With ‘Confessions II’

The pop icon's latest album is being widely lauded as her best album since the original "Confessions on a Dance Floor."

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Variety

Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Mitch McConnell’s Proof of Life Photo Amid Questions Over Senator’s Health

Jimmy Kimmel is currently on summer break from hosting his ABC late night talk show, but that’s not stopping him from continuing to take aim at the Republican party. Kimmel’s latest target is Sen. Mitch McConnell, who posted a photo of himself on social media as proof of life amid questions over the 84-year-old politician’s […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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‘General Hospital’ Hits 16,000 Episodes and Adds New Character Named After Tristan Rogers

The 16,000th episode of “General Hospital” airs today on ABC. The episode sees Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) return to the show’s hometown of Port Charles, New York, and Anna (Finola Hughes) and Valentin (James Patrick) reunite. Joining the staff is new surgeon Dr. Tristan Roberts (Dean Geyer), named for longtime “General Hospital” cast member Tristan […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Hong Sang-soo’s ‘Nowhere to Lay My Eyes’ Goes to Cinema Guild for N. America Before Locarno Debut

The company calls the South Korean auteur's 35th feature film, premiering in the Swiss fest's international competition, a "bittersweet reflection on the meaning, beauty and complexity of life."

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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Rhett & Link’s Mythical Promotes Jacob Moncrief to President, Who Takes Over for Brian Flanagan

Mythical, the entertainment company founded by top YouTube creators and talk-show hosts Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, promoted Jacob Moncrief to president, overseeing all aspects of the business. Moncrief, who most recently served as chief operating officer, will lead the Mythical business as the company continues to expand across content, commerce, partnerships and distribution. He […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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Allison Russell on Finding Joy ‘In the Hour of Chaos,’ a Duets-Filled Third Album That’s a Jubilee Unto Itself

She’s a rainbow… and with a slew of carefully chosen guest artists on her new album, she might also count as a rainbow farmer. The acclaimed singer-songwriter Allison Russell is back with her third solo album, “In the Hour of Chaos,” featuring her Rainbow Coalition band and leading off with a song titled “Rainbows,” reflecting […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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‘Nightmare on Elm Street’ Getting Rebooted by Paramount in Deal With Wes Craven Estate

Freddy Krueger is ready for another close up. Paramount has closed a deal for the U.S. rights to adapt the original screenplay for “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” under its new genre label Paramount Primal. Domestic rights are being licensed from the Wes Craven estate, which includes Craven’s widow Iya Labunka and Craven’s son Jonathan […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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Puerto Rico Film Festival Welcomes Costa Rica as Official Country in Focus (EXCLUSIVE)

The Puerto Rico Film Festival has announced Costa Rica as the official country in focus for its upcoming 17th edition, taking place August 19–23. The announcement marks the first time the festival elects a country of honor, and comes ahead of this year’s Costa Rica Media Market, a leading industry event taking place in San José […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Paramount Sued By States In Bid to Block $111 Billion Warner Bros. Merger

A victory for the states could stop Paramount's effort to become a theatrical giant in a case that will define entertainment and media for years to come.

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Prime Video Releases First Look at Mike Flanagan’s ‘Carrie’ Series

The reimagining marks the first time Stephen King’s classic novel has been adapted for a television series.

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026

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Jake Shane Teams Up With Alo on Four-Part Workout Series Inspired by His Own Fitness Journey

Jake Shane is bringing his viral “Pilates shakes” to Alo’s fitness app. The content creator and podcaster has teamed with Alo Wellness Club for “Shake & Train With Jake Shane: Strength x Pilates,” a four-part workout series launching July 13. Filmed aboard the Alo Voyage on the Mediterranean Sea, the program combines strength training and […]

entertainment  Jul 13, 2026