Variety

Bill Maher Hailed for Courage and Being the ‘Ultimate Contrarian’ as He Receives Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bill Maher was awarded the Kennedy Center’s Mark Train Prize for American Humor on Sunday in a casual and candid affair that blended accolades, insights and light-hearted roasting from an assemblage of colleagues and entertainers. The event, now in its 27th year and held at the Kennedy Center, toasted Maher’s intellect, his […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

The Guardian Culture

To mischief born: Penelope Keith was a class comic act both on and off stage

The actor’s sophisticated sense of humour and natural ability to make everyone laugh were there long before her famous sitcom rolesA life in picturesPenelope Keith: the most spectacular sitcom snob ever to grace our screensPenelope Keith, who has died aged 86, became justly famous for displaying a classy hauteur laced with mischief in TV sitcoms such as The Good Life and To the Manor Born. But I can vouch for the fact that something of that quality, honed by a sophisticated comic technique, lay

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

We Know What Taylor Swift Is Wearing to Her Wedding (Maybe)

The world's most famous bride-to-be has no shortage of options. But THR's sources say the winner is...

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Taylor Sheridan Rips Studio Execs for Knowing ‘Nothing’ and Slams His TV Critics: ‘I Do Rage-Bait Them. F— ‘Em, Honestly’

Taylor Sheridan has built one of the most-watched television empires on the planet, and he wants everyone to know he did it without chasing trophies or taking notes from the people who sign his paychecks. The “Yellowstone” creator unloaded on studio and network brass during an appearance on “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” where he turned […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

‘Supergirl’ Stinks. Why Does Hollywood Keep Failing Female Superheroes?

There’s a scene toward the end of “Supergirl” that perfectly encapsulates how tonally inept it is. After what feels like an eternity, our Kryptonian hero, Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock), has quit drinking away her sorrows, embraced her superpowers, thrown on her cape and decided to whoop some evil ass. It’s a moment of triumph for […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Tidal to Label AI-Generated Music, Ban Royalties from AI Song Streams

The music streaming service Tidal said on Monday that artists uploading music wholly or substantially created using AI will have them label them as such — and those songs won’t be eligible for royalties. The service’s new AI policy goes into effect July 15, and it also applies to Tidal’s independent artist franchise Tidal Upload. Tidal […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Migration’ Sparks Idea Theft Lawsuit Against Illumination, Mike White

Kenneth Giavara accuses the makers of the animated feature of copyright infringement for lifting ideas from his award-winning screenplay.

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Amanda Batula Not Returning to ‘Summer House’

The Bravo star at the center of the show's scandal is exiting ahead of season 11; which hasn't yet finalized full cast.

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

How Movie Theaters Can Increase Profits — and Win Back Reluctant Audiences

The business lacks enough premium-capable screens to match the performance of modern films. And make other tickets less expensive. 

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Daveigh Chase, Voice of Lilo in ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Died of AIDS

The Los Angeles Coroner’s Office has announced a cause of death for Daveigh Chase, who voiced Lilo in “Lilo & Stitch” and starred in “The Ring.” Chase died June 17 in Los Angeles at 35. Chase, who also went by Daveigh Schwallier, died of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome or AIDS, according to the coroner’s office. A […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Amanda Batula Leaving ‘Summer House’ After 10 Seasons in Wake of #Scamanda Controversy

The other shoe has dropped in the aftermath of “Summer House” scandal: Amanda Batula will not be returning for Season 11 of the Bravo show, Variety has learned. Though this development may be obvious — in that Batula up-ended her life and career by beginning a romantic relationship with castmate West Wilson, who’s also been […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Bruce Springsteen, Barry Manilow, Alicia Keys Give Emotional Tributes at Clive Davis’ Funeral: ” I Lost a Piece of My Heart” 

Dionne Warwick, Kenny G and Jennifer Hudson also paid homage to the prolific music executive, who died last week at 94 years old.

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

‘Probability of Miracles’ Amazon TV Series Casts Brian Tee, Ben Feldman (EXCLUSIVE)

The Amazon Prime Video TV adaptation of “The Probability of Miracles” has added two new cast members. Variety has learned exclusively that Brian Tee and Ben Feldman are both set to appear in the series, which is based on the Wendy Wunder novel of the same name. Production on the series is now underway in […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Jennifer Todd Will Produce Film Academy’s Governors Awards

The veteran film producer succeeds Jennifer Fox, who produced the ceremony's last seven editions.

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Messi, Memes and Fast-Food Diplomacy: The 2026 World Cup Moments That Blew Up the Internet

Forget the score, ignore the brackets. Off the pitch, the real action is being decided in memes, viral moments, and the unlikely folk heroes winning the tournament’s vibe wars.

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch Cites FCC Chairman’s Jimmy Kimmel Criticism as Evidence of Agency Overreach

In a landmark decision Monday, the Supreme Court overruled a decision that will give the President vastly more control over federal agencies.

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

European Heatwave Fires Up the Box Office as Audiences Seek Indoor Activities, Air Conditioning

When schools across the U.K. closed early last week as record-breaking temperatures touched on 100 F, marking the hottest June on record, there was one noticeable benefactor. Reports from cinemas up and down the country were of packed-out screenings during otherwise quiet, mid-afternoon slots. Parents, stuck for options to keep their kids both entertained and cool […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Academy Taps ‘Memento’ Producer Jennifer Todd for Governors Awards, Succeeding Jennifer Fox

Former Academy Producers Branch governor Jennifer Todd will produce the 17th Governors Awards, marking her first time leading the event. She takes over duties for Jennifer Fox, who had produced the event for seven years. Honorary Oscars will be presented to actor Glenn Close, director Ridley Scott and animator Floyd Norman. Producers Christine Vachon and […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Bruce Springsteen Goes to PBS for Half-Hour Conversation With ‘NewsHour’ Co-Anchor Geoff Bennett

Bruce Springsteen once decried TV as a venue that offers “fifty-seven channels and nothin’ on.” He apparently doesn’t feel that way about PBS. “PBS NewsHour” co-anchor Geoff Bennett recently interviewed the musician about the opening of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, the Monmouth University repository of the artist’s archives and a center for […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026

Variety

Bruce Springsteen Goes to PBS for Half-Hour Conversation With ‘NewsHour’ Co-Anchor Geoff Bennett

Bruce Springsteen once decried TV as a venue that offers “fifty-seven channels and nothin’ on.” He apparently doesn’t feel that way about PBS. “PBS NewsHour” co-anchor Geoff Bennett recently interviewed the musician about the opening of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, the Monmouth University repository of the artist’s archives and a center for […]

entertainment  Jun 29, 2026