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Christy Knowings, Trailblazing 'All That' Star, Dies at 46
entertainment-and-arts10 days ago

Christy Knowings, Trailblazing 'All That' Star, Dies at 46

Christy Knowings, a Bronx-born actor best known for Nickelodeon’s All That, died at 46 in Long Beach after a severe asthma attack and days on life support. She joined All That in 1997 alongside Kenan Thompson and Amanda Bynes, becoming a standout and one of the few Black female faces on 1990s kids’ TV; she later appeared on Sesame Street. Tributes from Thompson and fellow castmates highlighted her comic brilliance and warmth, and she is survived by her father, twin brother and extended family.

Skywalker Grill Tops Lucas Museum, Ranch-Inspired Dining Debuts
entertainment-and-arts14 days ago

Skywalker Grill Tops Lucas Museum, Ranch-Inspired Dining Debuts

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles announced Skywalker Grill, its flagship rooftop restaurant inspired by George Lucas’s Skywalker Ranch. The full‑service eatery will offer California-sourced classics with sweeping city views, open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, with reservations available to the public. Designed by Rockwell Group and operated by Rhubarb Events & Hospitality Collection, the midcentury-modern space will feature a menu including Dungeness crab cake, lobster corn dog, crispy chicken Milanese, honey-miso glazed salmon and a Skywalker Ranch Wagyu burger, plus house-made pastas and seasonal salads. The museum opens Sept. 22 and will host exhibitions such as Star Wars in Motion.

Adeyemi alleges on-set trauma as Children of Blood and Bone drama unfolds
entertainment-and-arts26 days ago

Adeyemi alleges on-set trauma as Children of Blood and Bone drama unfolds

Tomi Adeyemi, author of Children of Blood and Bone, intensifies the film saga by claiming a traumatic on-set experience during the movie’s production and criticizing how it’s been handled behind the scenes. She previously blocked star Amandla Stenberg amid ongoing colorism casting controversy and says she won’t watch the film, citing severe pain and panic attacks after returning from filming. Adeyemi’s comments come as the film’s trailer and a Paramount-led promotion drew attention, with no immediate public comment from Prince-Bythewood or Paramount; fans remain seeking clarity about the behind-the-scenes disputes. The movie is slated for a Jan. 15 release.

Neon-Soaked French electronic icon Kavinsky dies at 50
entertainment-and-arts26 days ago

Neon-Soaked French electronic icon Kavinsky dies at 50

Kavinsky, the French electronic musician behind the neon-lit hit 'Nightcall' and a key figure in the Paris scene, has died at 50 from a suspected stroke, with Paris prosecutors reporting no suspicious elements. A defining influence in the Drive soundtrack era, he released two LPs (OutRun and Reborn) and inspired a new generation of artists; tributes came from The Weeknd and French President Macron.

Oates backs Nolan, critiques Wilson's Odyssey takedown
entertainment-and-arts27 days ago

Oates backs Nolan, critiques Wilson's Odyssey takedown

Joyce Carol Oates publicly backs Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey adaptation and criticizes translator Emily Wilson for her viral takedown, arguing that translations are subjective and Wilson spoke in dismissive, politically charged terms; Wilson’s London Review of Books critique—quoted by Nolan as inspiration—went viral after Nolan cited Wilson’s translation, and Wilson’s edition saw a sales spike, underscoring the ongoing debate over how Homer should be rendered in modern media.

Translator Emily Wilson torches Nolan's Odyssey in sharp critique
entertainment-and-arts28 days ago

Translator Emily Wilson torches Nolan's Odyssey in sharp critique

Emily Wilson, translator of The Odyssey, offers a scathing London Review of Books critique of Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey, arguing the three-hour epic sacrifices Homer’s depth and female agency for spectacle, reconfigures Odysseus as a reluctant warlord, and treats violence as entertainment, fueling ongoing conversations about adaptation and representation.

Emma Roberts Weds Cody John in Vintage-Infused Idaho Ceremony
entertainment-and-arts28 days ago

Emma Roberts Weds Cody John in Vintage-Infused Idaho Ceremony

Emma Roberts and Cody John tied the knot in an intimate, vintage-inspired ceremony at John’s Sun Valley, Idaho estate, with Roberts’ son Rhodes walking her down the aisle. The guest list included friends like Sarah Paulson and Demi Moore, and Roberts wore a custom Monique Lhuillier gown in an antique-tea color designed to evoke timeless romance. This is Roberts’ first marriage, following their engagement in 2024 after dating since 2022.

Betye Saar, Trailblazing Assemblage Artist Who Liberated Aunt Jemima, Dies at 99
entertainment-and-arts29 days ago

Betye Saar, Trailblazing Assemblage Artist Who Liberated Aunt Jemima, Dies at 99

Betye Saar, a Los Angeles-based artist renowned for transforming racist bric-a-brac into provocative assemblages that confronted America's racial history, died in her sleep at 99—just days before her 100th birthday. Her groundbreaking 1972 piece The Liberation of Aunt Jemima helped ignite the Black Arts Movement and empower Black women, and Saar continued to influence generations of artists and exhibitions, leaving a lasting legacy in major museums and among her family and collaborators.

Sony and Alamo Drafthouse eye revival of Hollywood's Cinerama Dome and ArcLight
entertainment-and-arts1 month ago

Sony and Alamo Drafthouse eye revival of Hollywood's Cinerama Dome and ArcLight

Sony and its Alamo Drafthouse chain are reportedly in talks to reopen Hollywood’s Cinerama Dome and the adjacent ArcLight Hollywood, closed since 2020. Reports from Deadline indicate progress toward running the venue, with the Dome’s owners hoping for a near-future reopening as LA’s cinema scene revives and alcohol-sales approvals move forward after a May hearing. Sony previously bought Alamo Drafthouse in 2024, a move that positions both brands to potentially revive the landmark complex.

Sam Neill: The Quiet Force Behind Cinema’s Brightest Moments
entertainment-and-arts1 month ago

Sam Neill: The Quiet Force Behind Cinema’s Brightest Moments

Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor who died at 78, was celebrated for a career built on understated, dependable supporting turns that let leading stars shine—from Judy Davis in My Brilliant Career to Nicole Kidman in Dead Calm and Isabelle Adjani in Possession—while delivering standout work in The Final Conflict, Jurassic Park, The Piano, and In the Mouth of Madness. The piece highlights how Neill’s presence, even when not the main star, helped elevate films and left a lasting mark on cinema through collaborations with acclaimed directors and actresses.

Broadway Actor Josh Grisetti Dies at 44; Suicide Reported
entertainment-and-arts1 month ago

Broadway Actor Josh Grisetti Dies at 44; Suicide Reported

Broadway actor Josh Grisetti, known for Something Rotten! and a role on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, died Friday at 44; his death was by suicide, announced by former co-star Rob McClure, who said Grisetti left a Legally Blonde production for personal reasons. Grisetti's career spanned Broadway, off-Broadway and regional theatre, and he taught acting at Cal State Fullerton and Loyola Marymount University; he married Mackenzie Perpich in 2020 and was remembered fondly by theatres and colleagues.

Remembering Sam Neill: Jurassic Park’s Dr. Grant Dies at 78
entertainment-and-arts1 month ago

Remembering Sam Neill: Jurassic Park’s Dr. Grant Dies at 78

Sam Neill, the New Zealand-born actor famed for playing Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, died in Sydney at 78 after battling cancer, months after announcing remission thanks to CAR T-cell therapy. A prolific performer across film and TV, he was knighted in 2022 and leaves four children and eight grandchildren; tributes poured in from colleagues and fans.

Wes Anderson’s soundtrack world comes alive at the Hollywood Bowl tribute
entertainment-and-arts1 month ago

Wes Anderson’s soundtrack world comes alive at the Hollywood Bowl tribute

At the Hollywood Bowl, the L.A. Phil staged a three-night tribute to Wes Anderson’s films, spotlighting his meticulously curated soundtracks with Bill Murray as emcee and a powerhouse band, as guest artists like Beck, Jackson Browne, Karen O and Jenny Lewis reimagine iconic needle-drops from Bottle Rocket to Isle of Dogs, underscoring that Anderson’s music is as essential as his visuals in shaping his cinematic world.

Mencia nabbed in L.A. on 12-count tax evasion case
entertainment-and-arts2 months ago

Mencia nabbed in L.A. on 12-count tax evasion case

Comedian Carlos Mencia was arrested at his Encino home on suspicion of 12 felony counts of tax evasion for failing to file California state tax returns from 2019–2024 and failing to report about $8.7 million in personal and NedLos Entertainment earnings; bail set at $250,000 with arraignment slated for Monday. If convicted on all counts, he could face more than 10 years in prison and would owe taxes and interest. The charges stem from the DA's new Business Tax Fraud Unit; Mencia previously faced federal tax issues in 2021 over taxes for 2013–2015.