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Joan Benedict, ‘Candid Camera' Actress and Widow of Rod Steiger, Dies at 96

Joan Benedict, who starred on the original Steve Allen Show and Candid Camera and portrayed the tyrannical hotel queen Leona Helmsley in a one-woman stage show, has died. She was 96. Benedict died June 24 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles of complications from a stroke, a family spokesperson announced. Benedict was married to […]

Uzo Aduba and CAA's Dennis St. Rose to Join Charlize Theron and Sharon Stone at THR's Social Impact Summit

Sharon Stone, Charlize Theron, Wilson Cruz and Thomas Sadoski are among the stars who will discuss "The Future of Hollywood Philanthropy" at a special summit on July 11. Co-hosted by the nonprofit Social Impact Fund and The Hollywood Reporter, the 2024 inaugural Social Impact Summit will see some of the entertainment industry's biggest names - […]

Actors who have songs named after them

Many homages are paid to various individuals across the artistic world in one way or another. Often such homages are dedicated to someone of cultural significance, whether that be a historical figure, a musician, or even an actor! These musicians gave the ultimate dedication by using these actors for the titles of their songs. Find out more information about the musicians and their songs by reading through this gallery!

New ‘Celebrity Family Feud' Exec Producer Myeshia Mizuno Makes History as First Black Woman to Run a Primetime Game Show (EXCLUSIVE)

As a child of the 1970s, Myeshia Mizuno still remembers watching the Richard Dawson incarnation of "Family Feud" at home. Now, she's the new showrunner on the Steve Harvey-hosted daytime version in syndication and the primetime "Celebrity Family Feud" on ABC - which returns July 9 for its 10th anniversary and landmark 100th episode. And […]

Aging with grace on screen: Actresses who were cast past 60

Hollywood is infamous for unfairly doing away with the services of many actresses once they hit a certain age—often as early as their mid-thirties. But there are a handful of screen celebrities who have successfully bucked the trend by working well into middle age and beyond. Click through and see for yourself how age need not be a barrier to a career in Hollywood.

30 movie remakes you thought were original

Sometimes a film is remade so long after the original that people aren't aware that it's a remake at all. Other times, as is the case of 'The Island,' the makers don't want the public to know that the movie is a remake. There are also numerous remakes that became Hollywood blockbusters, but were actually re-imagined French, Spanish, South Korean, and Cantonese originals. Click on to see 30 movies that you didn't know were remakes.

Nicki Minaj Cancels Romania Show Over ‘Safety Concerns' Ahead of Reported Bucharest Protests

The rapper is also facing backlash from fans after they said she cut her Dublin concert short over the weekend.

The best sibling bands of all time

Sometimes, when music runs in the family, brothers and sisters team up and form groups. And sometimes, these groups turn out to be amazing. This is indeed the case with all the musical siblings in this gallery. We selected some of the best music acts consisting of brothers and sisters, from pop to rock, and everything in between. While some of them are well known, there are a few that are not that obvious. Curious? Click through the gallery and check them out.

The Morning Show Starts Production on Season 4: See Jennifer Aniston & Co. in First Behind-the-Scenes Photo

Alex Levy is back in action. The Morning Show recently kicked off production on its forthcoming Season 4, and star/executive producer Jennifer Aniston marked the occasion by sharing a behind-the-scenes photo. In the shot, she and fellow star/EP Reese Witherspoon, as well as returning castmember Tig Notaro, hold their name cards from what looks like […]

The Bear star Ebon Moss-Bachrach says he feels 'under pressure to deliver' after show scooped ten Emmy Awards - as actor trades his kitchen civvies for high end style in new shoot

Starring alongside Jeremy Allen White 's troubled but talented chef Carmen Berzatto as testy restaurant manager Richie Jerimovich, the actor, now 47, has inevitably become a household name.

“Agatha All Along” trailer embraces witchy horrors with powerless Kathryn Hahn

See the first look and plot details from the "WandaVision" spinoff series, coming this fall.

Sophie Turner pokes fun at divorce woes

Sophie Turner has poked fun at the collapse of her marriage to Joe Jonas in a flirty new advert. The 28-year-old Game of Thrones star was married to Jonas Brothers singer Joe, 34, in 2019 but the couple stunned fans when they announced their split last year. Now Sophie has starred in a new advert for the liqueur company St-Germain which shows her s...

‘The Serpent Queen' Season 2 Trailer: Samantha Morton Rules France as the Queen Regent

Starz has revealed the trailer for Season 2 of “The Serpent Queen,” starring Samantha Morton. Featuring eight episodes, the second season of the historical drama series will return to the platform July 12. Based on the book “Catherine de Medici: Renaissance Queen of France” by Leonie Frieda, the series details the life of the titular […]

‘IF' Sets Paramount+ Premiere Date

Ryan Reynolds and John Krasinski’s imaginary friends have a date with Paramount+. Paramount Pictures’ IF is set to begin streaming on the platform on July 9 in the U.S. and Canada. International Paramount+ markets will be announced at a later date. IF debuted at No. 1 at the domestic box office in May and has […]

Country music legend who worked with artists like Bob Dylan dead at 85

Mary Martin was 85, and had been an important but unsung hero for folk and rock music.

Kevin Spacey Set for U.K. Fest Award Amid Hollywood Comeback Bid

Kevin Spacey is set to be honored with a trophy for a voice role in the 2023 U.K. action thriller Control by the Folkestone Independent Film Awards on July 20. On Monday, organizers of the British indie film awards confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that the House of Cards star is set to win a […]

Jack Lemmon’s Comedy Masked His Darkest Secret

Jack Lemmon was a jack of all trades. He could do it all: comedy—slapstick and romantic—and hard-hitting dramas. Then there were his eyes, which showed a vulnerability that made audiences want him to succeed—no matter what craziness he was up to. And speaking of craziness, there was a LOT of it.

Adam Levine Wraps Summer Shows with Maroon 5 as Source Says He's 'Excited' to Be Back on “The Voice”

Maroon 5 headed to the East Coast in late June and early July for a few select dates and will next be back onstage for their upcoming Las Vegas residency shows

Tia Ray Is Top Winner at China's 2nd Wave Music Awards

Album of the year was awarded to Faith Yang's Flow. Song of the year went to "Mother and Daughter" by Huang Qishan and Curley G.

Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster reveal the secrets to their loving marriage as they navigate their huge blended family and ensure their kids remain humble

The couple, who married in 2007 and share two sons, gave an insight into their family life with the singer's eight children.

Prime Video Drops Trailer for First South African Original, Cape Town-Set Caper Comedy ‘The Shakedown' (EXCLUSIVE)

Prime Video is set to release its first South African original film, the Cape Town-set crime caper comedy "The Shakedown," which will be available globally on the streamer Aug. 8. Variety has been given exclusive access to the film's trailer. "The Shakedown" follows the story of Justin Diamond (Carl Beukes), a well-respected medical aid broker […]

With the 1968 Comeback Special, This Man Pulled Elvis Presley’s Career Out of “The Toilet”

Steve Binder recounts Elvis’ now-legendary comeback in a Paramount+ documentary out today.

An odd interview showcases Marjorie Taylor Greene's fixation on Trump

Justin Bieber performs at India's mega wedding

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding party is setting new standards for extravagance.

Hallmark's “Three Wiser Men and a Boy” Teaser Sees Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker and Paul Campbell Dancing Again

The network debuted a first-look at the new Christmas movie coming later this year

Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Countdown for July 13, 2024 | Billboard News

Will Shaboozey finally get his first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1? Tetris Kelly:There’s a new top 10 and No. 1 in this week’s Billboard Hot 100 top 10 for the week dated July 13. Chappell Roan blasts into the top 10 at No. 10. Teddy Swims is still at last week’s No. 9. As is […]

These Gabrielle Union Movies Will Make You Want to Grab a Pair of Pom-Poms

We totally forgot she starred in Bring It On!

Nicolas Cage admits he is 'terrified' of AI: 'What are you going to do with my face when I’m dead?'

"I don’t want you to do anything with it!"

The best and worst fake accents in movies

Accents are tricky things to master, as many Hollywood stars know all too well. Get it right, and they can expect the plaudits to come rolling in. But get it wrong, and the film's entire reputation could be in ruins. Critics have a field day when an actor's accent fails to land, but some stars have the acting chops to pull off almost any foreign accent. From laughable cockney dialects and bad Irish brogues to completely convincing American drawls, there are a whole lot of great–and not so great–fake accents in film. How do your favorite stars rate? Click through this gallery to discover the best and worst foreign accents in movies.

Jennifer Lopez Celebrates Three Years of Breakup Song ‘Cambia El Paso' Before Wedding Anniversary

Lopez's anniversary celebration for the song arrives in the midst of rumors that her partnership with Ben Affleck - whom she married in July 2022 - may be unraveling once again

Bang Chan & Felix Chat ‘ATE' Album, Song Picks & More on Apple Music ‘All About Stray Kids Radio' Premiere: First Look

Here's what you can look forward to in the first episode before the Billboard 200 chart-toppers' new program tonight on Apple Music 1.

This Morning hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard are left in shock as they suffer a messy mishap just moments before going live on air

This Morning hosts Cat Deeley, 47, and Ben Shephard, 49, had brought in two alpacas to film a segment of the programme, who left a 'bit of a protest' on the floor.

'The Bachelorette' star Jenn Tran teases her season's 'very surprising' ending: 'It was a shocker for me'

"The Bachelorette" star Jenn Tran said the ending to her season was "a shocker," though the internet suggests that she did get engaged.

The Original Actors Behind These Famous Broadway Characters

These superstars set their show's standards high very early on.

Walton Goggins Laughs with Leslie Bibb, Poses with Michelle Monaghan in “White Lotus” Season 3 Photo Dump

Goggins previously told PEOPLE that the season 3 cast is "thick as thieves"

Nicolas Cage Says There's One of His 120 Movies He Wants You to Watch

If you've never seen a Nicolas Cage film - and there are a lot of them to choose from - which should you see?

Love Island star QUITS show in dramatic scenes despite being a fan favourite

A Love Island star has quit the show after their partner was axed in a surprise dumping.

Hong Kong superstar Andy Lau apologises to fans for dangerous stunt during China concert

62-year-old Cantopop legend performs running knee-slide move, almost plunges from raised stage platform, scaring fans Superstar singer and actor Andy Lau Tak-wah has apologised to his army of fans after he performed a risky stunt during a concert in China. At the event in Shanghai, 62-year-old Lau slid up to the edge of an elevated platform on his ...

“House of the Dragon”'s Eve Best Calls That Major Death a 'Kamikaze Mission' That Marks the 'Point of No Return'

The July 7 episode of the 'Game of Thrones' prequel series raised the stakes even more as the Dance of the Dragons heats up

History's Most Infamous Double Agent

The twisted life of Kim Philby makes spy movies look like child's play. But what kind of man was the greatest double agent in history?

‘Unstable' Season 2 Trailer Spotlights Succession Drama in Rob Lowe, John Owen Lowe Father-Son Comedy (EXCLUSIVE)

Having triumphed in the Season 1 finale of “Unstable” over those trying to oust him from his own company, biotech genius Ellis Dragon (Rob Lowe) will face new challenges in the Netflix comedy’s second season, which drops on Aug. 1. And this time, his own son, Jackson (John Owen Lowe), is among his potential usurpers, […]

​​Alec Baldwin Takes Notes, Keeps Head Down During Court Appearance Ahead of Involuntary Manslaughter Trial

The ‘Rust’ actor and producer, who was indicted by a grand jury in January, previously waived his right to appear at pretrial hearings

Meagan Good and Cory Hardrict Reflect on Making a Film About Divorce amid Their Own Divorces (Exclusive)

The duo discussed their new movie 'Divorce in the Black' with PEOPLE at the 30th ESSENCE Festival of Culture on July 6

Wynonna Judd to Celebrate 'Milestone Year' with Upcoming 'Greatest Hits' Shows in Las Vegas

"How many hits can we fit into one show? Let's find out!!!!" the country music star told fans in her announcement

Bizarre original names of famous bands

Many famous bands have started their careers under other names. For one reason or another, these groups have changed their names to the ones we currently know them as. Some of these names are hilarious, others are pretty boring, and some others are just plain wrong. Browse through this gallery to find out who the Screaming Abdabs are, among many others!

Pregnant Margot Robbie Was 'Focused' Filming Latest Movie with Colin Farrell: 'No One Suspected' (Source)

"She had long days, but it didn't seem like a big deal to her," a set source tells PEOPLE of Robbie's time filming 'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey'

Melissa Etheridge Recalls Performing at Prisons as a 12-Year-Old in ‘I'm Not Broken' Clip

The docuseries premieres July 9 on Paramount+.

Things you probably don't know about Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar has gone from strength to strength in recent years and the music industry hasn't missed a beat. The rapper surprised everyone when his third studio album, 'To Pimp A Butterfly' topped the charts in 2015, going platinum in the US and topping the Billboard 200. Lamar's critically acclaimed work is known for lyrics that focus on livelihood of the African-American community living in Compton, California. His work stands out for providing a contrast to other rappers that tend to focus exclusively on money and women. His album, 'DAMN', featured two special guest artists: U2 and Rihanna. The song 'Humble', had more than 40 million views on YouTube and reached number 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart. He has just released the anticipated video for "Not Like Us". Find out some facts about the life of Kendrick Lamar.

20 HBO Shows You Totally Forgot Existed

Some of these may deserve a revisit.

20 Oscar-bait movies that didn’t get any nominations

Every Academy Awards season, moviegoers and critics alike are inundated with films that feel engineered specifically to earn awards, complete with serious themes and top-tier casts. We call them “Oscar bait,” and while many such movies are successful in their quest, the films on this list not only came up empty-handed, but didn’t even receive a single nomination.