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President Trump urged Congress to swiftly pass a federal production incentive for film and TV to stem entertainment work leaving the U.S., endorsing a bipartisan bill being developed with Hollywood leaders and unions, and highlighting support from Rep. Laura Friedman, Sen. Adam Schiff, and the Motion Picture Association as momentum grows for legislation.
The 2026 Spirit Awards nominations are led by 'Peter Hujar’s Day' with five nods, with several other films and TV series receiving multiple nominations across various categories, highlighting the diversity and creativity in independent cinema and television.
The 2026 Spirit Awards nominations have been announced, highlighting films with budgets under $30 million and TV shows from the 2024-2025 season, with the ceremony scheduled for February 15, 2026, at the Hollywood Palladium.
Alon Abutbul, a renowned Israeli actor with a career spanning four decades in film, television, and theater, died at age 60 after collapsing while swimming at an unpatrolled beach near Haifa. He was celebrated for his roles in both Israeli and international productions, including Steven Spielberg’s Munich and Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises. Abutbul was also known for his work in television and theater, and in his later years, he explored music and painting. His death is considered a tragic loss to the cinematic community.
Renée Victor, renowned for voicing the grandmother in Pixar's 'Coco' and her roles in TV series like 'Weeds,' passed away at 86 due to lymphoma. She had a diverse career spanning stage, film, and television, and was celebrated for her ability to blend humor and drama. She is survived by her two daughters.
The 2024 Gotham Awards celebrated the achievements of film and television visionaries, with honorees including Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, and Angelina Jolie. The event, supporting the Gotham Film & Media Institute, featured a star-studded red carpet with celebrities like Zendaya in Louis Vuitton, Angelina Jolie, and others showcasing designer outfits from brands like Gucci, Dior, and Chanel.
Paramount Global's stock surged nearly 12 percent after private equity firm Apollo made an $11 billion bid for its film and television studio, which is higher than the company's market cap. The fate of Paramount has attracted interest from various potential bidders, including RedBird Capital, Skydance, and Byron Allen. Apollo's bid is expected to apply pressure on other interested parties and on Shari Redstone to make decisions about the company's future.
The 2024 Golden Globes, under new ownership following the dissolution of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, saw "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" leading nominations in the movie categories, while "Succession" and "The Bear" received multiple nods in the television categories. Notable winners included Cillian Murphy for Best Actor in a Motion Picture, Emma Stone for Best Actress in a Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy), and Steven Yeun and Ali Wong for their performances in the television series "Beef."
Actress Sharon Farrell, known for her roles in the film "It's Alive" and the TV show "The Young and the Restless," has passed away at the age of 82. Her cause of death is unknown. Farrell had a successful career in film, television, and Broadway, with notable appearances in movies such as "The Stunt Man" and "Can't Buy Me Love." She also had recurring roles in "Hawaii Five-O" and "The Young and the Restless." Farrell is survived by her son, grandson, and daughter-in-law.
Actress Sharon Farrell, known for her roles in the film "It's Alive" and the TV show "The Young and the Restless," has passed away at the age of 82. Her cause of death is unknown. Farrell had a successful career in film, television, and Broadway, with notable appearances in movies such as "The Stunt Man" and "Can't Buy Me Love." She is survived by her son, grandson, and daughter-in-law.
SAG-AFTRA, the performers' union, has asked its 160,000 members to volunteer in the event of a potential strike in the film and television industry. The union sent a survey to gauge members' availability for picketing and interest in becoming member leaders during a work stoppage. The survey also asked about members' preferences for picketing locations and their willingness to participate in strike support activities. SAG-AFTRA's current contract with major entertainment companies is set to expire on July 12, and a strike could be called shortly after. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) is also on strike, and SAG-AFTRA's potential strike would halt any remaining union filming.
Adobe plans to add new AI features into its video editing software, allowing users to change lighting and generate background music with just a few words of text. The new system, called Adobe Firefly, builds on generative AI technology and promises to be on safe legal ground for commercial use. The tools will also allow users to generate a storyboard for a finished piece and create localized versions of the same video for different countries. Adobe is currently testing the system and plans to release the video tools later this year.