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THR Names NYC Media's Top 50 Power Players
business18 days ago

THR Names NYC Media's Top 50 Power Players

The Hollywood Reporter published a list of the 50 most influential people in New York media, spanning executives and on-air talent across major networks. Highlights include Fox News stars from The Five (Jesse Watters, Greg Gutfeld, Jessica Tarlov, Dana Perino) and their leaders Suzanne Scott and Jay Wallace; MS NOW figures Mika Brzezinski, Joe Scarborough, Rebecca Kutler; CNN’s Anderson Cooper and CEO Mark Thompson; and Mediaite founder Dan Abrams, along with top anchors from CBS, NBC and ABC, illustrating how power in NYC media combines leadership roles with high-profile on-air influence.

Colbert Gets a Friendly Roast From Fellow Late-Night Hosts Ahead of Exit
entertainment19 days ago

Colbert Gets a Friendly Roast From Fellow Late-Night Hosts Ahead of Exit

As Stephen Colbert nears his May 21 farewell on The Late Show, The Hollywood Reporter collects questions from fellow late-night hosts—Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, James Corden and Jon Stewart among others—turning his exit into a friendly insider-style Q&A about his career, post-show plans, and memorable moments with guests and audiences.

Casting Directors Forecast an Alternate Best-Casting Oscar (2010–2025)
entertainment2 months ago

Casting Directors Forecast an Alternate Best-Casting Oscar (2010–2025)

The Hollywood Reporter’s Ben Zauzmer reports on a Casting Society of America poll in which 92 casting directors ranked their top five 2010–2025 films as likely Best Casting nominees and then used Oscar-style ranked-choice voting to pick hypothetical winners. The results map a history of casting selections—for years like 2010 Inglourious Basterds, 2011 The Social Network, 2012 The Help, 2013 Argo, 2014 12 Years a Slave, 2015 Birdman, 2016 Spotlight, 2017 Moonlight, 2018 Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, 2019 Black Panther, 2020 Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, 2021 Nomadland, 2022 CODA, 2023 Everything Everywhere All at Once, 2024 Oppenheimer, and 2025 Wicked—to illustrate how a Best Casting award would correlate with Best Picture status and acting nominations, while noting data limitations and other insights from the survey.

Bruce Campbell Announces Cancer Diagnosis: Treatable, Not Curable
entertainment2 months ago

Bruce Campbell Announces Cancer Diagnosis: Treatable, Not Curable

Bruce Campbell revealed on social media that he has cancer, describing it as treatable rather than curable. The 67-year-old actor said he will scale back appearances and fan conventions to focus on treatment this summer, with plans to promote his film Ernie & Emma this fall. He emphasized resilience, noted he isn’t seeking sympathy, and thanked fans for their support as he begins treatment.

Simon Kinberg to Helm New Star Wars Trilogy Amid Production Challenges
entertainment1 year ago

Simon Kinberg to Helm New Star Wars Trilogy Amid Production Challenges

Simon Kinberg, co-creator of Star Wars: Rebels, is set to develop a new Star Wars movie trilogy for Lucasfilm, focusing on new characters and stories outside the Skywalker Saga. While Kinberg has extensive experience with fandom-centric projects, his involvement in numerous other projects, including a new Star Trek series, raises doubts about the trilogy's fruition. This announcement follows a pattern of Lucasfilm's ambitious Star Wars projects that often remain unfulfilled.

"Alan Ritchson's Triumph Over Trauma: From Modeling Industry to Mental Health"
entertainment2 years ago

"Alan Ritchson's Triumph Over Trauma: From Modeling Industry to Mental Health"

"Reacher" star Alan Ritchson revealed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that he was sexually assaulted by a "famous" photographer earlier in his modeling career, leading him to quit the industry. He compared the modeling industry to human sex trafficking and expressed empathy for women facing similar situations. Ritchson also shared a recent incident where he intervened in a car robbery, showcasing his protective instincts.

"Elon Musk's Influence in Hollywood Sparks Legal Battles"
businessentertainment2 years ago

"Elon Musk's Influence in Hollywood Sparks Legal Battles"

Elon Musk claimed to have received Disney's inclusion standards from an "anonymous source," only to be reminded by a Hollywood Reporter journalist that they had published the documents four years ago. Musk criticized the standards as "mandatory institutionalized racism and sexism," offering to cover legal costs for employees who feel discriminated against. This follows his funding of Gina Carano's lawsuit against Disney, as well as a public spat with Disney CEO Bob Iger.

Dakota Johnson Opens Up About Unpleasant Experience on 'The Office' Set
entertainment2 years ago

Dakota Johnson Opens Up About Unpleasant Experience on 'The Office' Set

Dakota Johnson revealed on "Late Night With Seth Meyers" that her cameo on "The Office" series finale was "honestly the worst time" of her life, as she felt ignored and unwelcome on set for two weeks. Despite her love for the show, she described feeling like she was crashing someone's party and that "nobody gave a f**k" about her. The cameo was meant to set up a spinoff series that never materialized, and Johnson reflected on the experience as being in the background of scenes and feeling like she was not genuinely invited.

"2024 Oscar Nominations: Expert Predictions and Surprising Contenders"
entertainment2 years ago

"2024 Oscar Nominations: Expert Predictions and Surprising Contenders"

Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter's executive editor of awards coverage, has released his final projections for the 96th Oscar Nominations, including potential nominees and surprises across various categories such as Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and more. The predictions are based on industry insights, awards campaigns, and historical Oscar trends, with regular updates to reflect new developments.

Alan Ritchson Reflects on Life-Changing Lesson and Unexpected Success in 'Reacher'
entertainment2 years ago

Alan Ritchson Reflects on Life-Changing Lesson and Unexpected Success in 'Reacher'

Alan Ritchson, star of the Prime Video series "Reacher," discusses the show's success, his journey to becoming the lead actor, and his ambitions behind the camera. Ritchson attributes the show's popularity to its appeal to a wide range of audiences and the success of Lee Child's Jack Reacher novels. He also reflects on his experiences in the industry, witnessing unprofessional behavior from other actors, and the lessons he learned from setbacks in his career. Ritchson expresses gratitude for his success and his positive relationship with Amazon, which recently renewed "Reacher" for a third season and signed him to a multiyear first-look film deal. He also discusses his plans to produce original content and his commitment to authenticity and openness on social media.