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Timothée Chalamet is reportedly taking a nine-month break to let audiences miss him before Dune: Part Three opens, a strategy that could ease Oscar-season pressure and allow him to pursue ensemble roles while continuing to promote the franchise.
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.
THR’s cover profile traces Conan O’Brien preparing to host the 2026 Oscars with weeks of monologue work and writer-room sessions, while reflecting on a career shaped by late-night upheaval and a thriving post-show media empire as the industry pivots away from traditional talk formats.
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.
The Hollywood Reporter hosted an uncensored comedy actor roundtable featuring Adam Brody, Ted Danson, John Mulaney, Seth Rogen, Jason Segel, and Julio Torres, where they shared stories about their careers, typecasting, dream roles, and humorous anecdotes, including discussions on Disney princesses and personal philosophies on credit systems.
Nicole Kidman, Selena Gomez, and Jennifer Lawrence were among the attendees at The Hollywood Reporter's 2024 Women in Entertainment Gala. The event, presented by Lifetime and supported by various sponsors and partners, celebrated influential women in the entertainment industry.
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.
"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 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 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.
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, 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.
Adele, while receiving the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award at The Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment Gala, revealed that she believes she "got away" with "career suicide" by getting pregnant at the peak of her fame. She explained that she took significant breaks between releasing albums because she became a mother to her 11-year-old son, Angelo. Adele rejected the notion that constant relevance is necessary for success and credited other women in the industry for showing that being a successful professional and parent are not mutually exclusive. She also warned fans not to throw anything at her on stage, stating, "I'll f---ing kill you."
Actress Kate Beckinsale attended the Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment Gala in Beverly Hills, putting on a brave face after taking her stepfather, Roy Battersby, to the hospital amid his battle with two types of cancer. Beckinsale, who has been caring for her parents' ongoing health issues, showed off a new blonde hairstyle at the event and expressed gratitude for the positive female energy in the industry. Despite the emotional toll, she remains determined to support her loved ones during this difficult time.
Adele delivered a raunchy yet empowering speech at The Hollywood Reporter's Women In Entertainment breakfast, where she was honored with the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award. The singer thanked the women in her life and the industry for paving the way to her success, reflecting on motherhood and rejecting the idea of constantly needing to be relevant. Adele also praised the sacrifices made by the women before her, stating that it is because of them that she has the right to be the boss at home and at work.