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Cannes Opens With Peter Jackson Honor as Hollywood Spotlight Shrinks
entertainment14 days ago

Cannes Opens With Peter Jackson Honor as Hollywood Spotlight Shrinks

The 79th Cannes Film Festival kicks off with fewer Hollywood blockbusters and A-list stars, but Peter Jackson is celebrated with an honorary Palme d’Or while James Franco still draws crowds amid controversy; Jane Fonda delivers a pointed opening speech about cinema as resistance, and festival director Thierry Frémaux emphasizes Cannes’ ongoing global stature as the industry navigates streaming, AI, and geopolitical tensions with a lineup leaning on international auteurs.

Jane Fonda Celebrates Robert Redford’s Heat at TCM Opening
entertainment24 days ago

Jane Fonda Celebrates Robert Redford’s Heat at TCM Opening

At the TCM Classic Film Festival’s Barefoot in the Park opening, Jane Fonda saluted Robert Redford for warmth and his commitment to diverse, complex cinema, while joking about his legendary sex-appeal and sharing fond reminiscences—from meeting on The Chase in 1966 to bonding over building stone walls and even Redford’s climbing exploits.

Jane Fonda Celebrates Redford’s Charisma and Sundance Legacy at TCM Gala
entertainment25 days ago

Jane Fonda Celebrates Redford’s Charisma and Sundance Legacy at TCM Gala

At the opening-night of the TCM Classic Film Festival, Jane Fonda praises Robert Redford’s talent and integrity, candidly admits a long‑standing crush, and shares anecdotes about their collaborations (including Barefoot in the Park). She also lauds Redford’s Sundance legacy and his push for diverse, artist‑friendly filmmaking, while joking about Oscar tributes and Streisand’s involvement.

Fonda Clarifies Redford Crush and Honors Streisand-Redford Moment
entertainment25 days ago

Fonda Clarifies Redford Crush and Honors Streisand-Redford Moment

At the 2026 TCM Classic Film Festival opening night, Jane Fonda said her Oscars-night quip about Barbra Streisand’s tribute to Robert Redford was meant humorously and would have pleased him. She recalled their long friendship and collaborations, including a four-film run and a painful-but-tender crush, while praising Redford’s Sundance legacy and activist spirit, and emphasizing the importance of preserving his anti-Hollywood legacy.

Fonda and Baez Lead Free-Speech Protest Near Kennedy Center
politics1 month ago

Fonda and Baez Lead Free-Speech Protest Near Kennedy Center

Outside the Kennedy Center, Jane Fonda and Joan Baez helped lead a protest by artists denouncing censorship and what they called the Trump administration’s growing influence over American culture, during an event titled Artists United for Our Freedom; the White House responded by defending the administration’s cultural efforts and dismissing critics.

Fonda questions Streisand-led Redford Oscars tribute
entertainment2 months ago

Fonda questions Streisand-led Redford Oscars tribute

At the 2026 Oscars, Barbra Streisand delivered the Robert Redford tribute in the in memoriam segment, prompting Jane Fonda on the red carpet to question why Streisand was chosen and quip that she had more to say after their collaborations. Streisand praised Redford’s backbone and support for free press, the environment, and the Sundance Institute, while Fonda noted they worked together four times and mourned his impact on cinema. The ceremony also honored Rob Reiner and Diane Keaton, with notable omissions like Brigitte Bardot.

Fonda questions Streisand's Oscars tribute to Redford
inarts-entertainment2 months ago

Fonda questions Streisand's Oscars tribute to Redford

Jane Fonda questioned why Barbra Streisand delivered the Oscars tribute to Robert Redford after his death, noting she appeared in four films with him while Streisand starred in only one; Streisand praised Redford's activism and performed The Way We Were at the ceremony, and the Academy did not immediately explain why Fonda was not included in the tribute.

Fonda Jokes Streisand’s Redford Oscar Tribute: ‘I Did Four Films With Him’
film2 months ago

Fonda Jokes Streisand’s Redford Oscar Tribute: ‘I Did Four Films With Him’

Jane Fonda playfully questioned Barbra Streisand’s Oscars tribute to Robert Redford at Vanity Fair’s Oscars party, quipping that Streisand only made one movie with him while Fonda starred in four; the piece notes Redford’s 2025 death and Streisand’s praise of his influence and Sundance Institute, with Fonda recalling his charisma and impact on cinema.

Jane Fonda Quips She Had More to Say Than Streisand in Redford Oscars Tribute
entertainment2 months ago

Jane Fonda Quips She Had More to Say Than Streisand in Redford Oscars Tribute

Jane Fonda joked at Vanity Fair’s Oscars party that Barbra Streisand shouldn’t have delivered Robert Redford’s tribute, noting she acted with him in four films. Streisand then performed a portion of The Way We Were during Redford’s In Memoriam at the 2026 Oscars. Redford, who died at 89, was honored at the ceremony, and Fonda has celebrated his impact on independent film and the Sundance Institute in interviews and posts.

Fonda Lightens Streisand's Redford Tribute With a Friendly Nudge
entertainment2 months ago

Fonda Lightens Streisand's Redford Tribute With a Friendly Nudge

Jane Fonda playfully quizzed Barbra Streisand’s Oscars In Memoriam tribute to Robert Redford, noting she worked with him on four films while Streisand did just one and hinting she has more to say; Streisand praised Redford as thoughtful and bold, even singing part of The Way We Were, in a tribute to the late 89-year-old star who left a lasting mark on cinema.

Jane Fonda Questions Streisand’s Redford Oscars Tribute, Remembers a Lifelong Bond
entertainment2 months ago

Jane Fonda Questions Streisand’s Redford Oscars Tribute, Remembers a Lifelong Bond

Jane Fonda, a four-time co-star of Robert Redford, playfully asked on the Vanity Fair Oscars Party red carpet why Barbra Streisand was the one giving a tribute to Redford, noting she has more to say about her longtime friend who died at 89. Streisand reflected on their friendship and called Redford an “intellectual cowboy” while performing a moment from their film era during the In Memoriam, honoring his impact on cinema and activism.