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Jen Shah has officially completed her federal sentence for a telemarketing-fraud scheme, finishing Aug. 28, 2026 after an earlier Dec. 2023 release to home confinement. In a THR-exclusive statement, she expresses remorse, takes responsibility for her actions, and says she’s excited for the future, reclaiming her voice and pursuing new projects while celebrating her 32nd wedding anniversary with her husband.
In a Hollywood Reporter interview, Ryan Murphy explained Ariana Grande was originally set to appear in American Horror Story season 13, but her Eternal Sunshine Tour schedule made it impossible. Rather than recast, Murphy says he’ll hold the idea for a future season when Grande is available and has long admired her work in horror, including Scream Queens.
The Hollywood Reporter confirms Bret Easton Ellis sold The Shards rights to Ryan Murphy, wrote a draft for the first two episodes, and serves as an executive producer with a notably hands-off approach, allowing Murphy’s team to shape the FX horror drama, while Ellis has indicated he’s done with further screen versions.
The Hollywood Reporter’s critics’ picks crown the 20 best films from Cannes 2026, spanning Competition, Directors’ Fortnight and Critics’ Week, and highlighting a diverse lineup—from intimate dramas and ambitious epics to bold genre fare—led by standout entries from Ryusuke Hamaguchi and Paweł Pawlikowski.
Paramount+’s MobLand reportedly loses Tom Hardy after season two, leaving the London underworld drama to chart its path without its lead. The Hollywood Reporter then surveys TV’s default playbook for star exits—kill the character, recast, or write the actor out (upstairs)—and recalls a gallery of publicized examples (Two and a Half Men, Valerie/The Hogan Family, Bewitched, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, The Office, Grey’s Anatomy, etc.), illustrating how shows often survive big departures by shifting focus to an ensemble or major plot pivots.
Paul Schrader says on Facebook that he once procured an online AI girlfriend who ultimately terminated their conversation; the Taxi Driver screenwriter has spoken about AI’s potential in film and in an all-AI project, and notes his wife Mary Beth Hurt died in March.
Stephen Colbert joined Gayle King for playful red-carpet moments and mingled with fellow NY media stars at The Hollywood Reporter’s Most Powerful People in New York Media party at Daniel in Manhattan, a star-studded event celebrating THR’s NY Media list with conversations, a DJ set, and abundant canapés and fondue.
The door is open for Taylor Frankie Paul to return to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives as season five production resumes after an internal investigation; the show’s team is supportive of her return if she’s ready, but the final decision rests with her and Hulu has not commented on her status yet.
The Obamas say Higher Ground is moving to an independent operation after eight years with Netflix, aiming to work with multiple studios; the move includes expanding projects outside Netflix, with THR noting continued production for other partners.
Universal’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie carries a closing-credits disclaimer stating the film may not be used to train AI, a policy the studio has applied to releases since 2025, per The Hollywood Reporter; the note cites data mining restrictions and EU directives, reflecting a broader industry pushback against using copyrighted works to train AI.
Go behind the scenes of THR's Power Stylists photo shoot, with Lola Tung and Myha'la styled by Britt McCamey on set, spotlighting their on-camera glam.
THR’s Oscars forecast by Scott Feinberg predicts One Battle After Another as the frontrunner for Best Picture with six precursor wins, followed by Sinners and Hamnet. He also pins Paul Thomas Anderson to win Best Director for One Battle After Another, with Michael B. Jordan favored for Best Actor and Jessie Buckley for Best Actress, while other categories hinge on precursors and recent awards (BAFTA surprises, etc.) shaping the final outcomes.
In his first major interview since his arrest, Harvey Weinstein tells The Hollywood Reporter that Gwyneth Paltrow’s public accusations about a hotel-room encounter were a betrayal by a friend who he says ‘owes her career to me,’ insisting nothing inappropriate happened. He claims she exploited the story by speaking with Howard Stern and The New York Times, and he reiterates that he won’t forgive her for ‘stabbing’ him in the back. Weinstein is currently jailed on related convictions; his 2020 New York conviction was overturned on appeal, and he has faced convictions in New York and California for sex crimes.
Gerry Turner, the Golden Bachelor, has responded to claims made in The Hollywood Reporter about his previous relationships. The article alleged that he had a long-term girlfriend who was not mentioned on the show and that he uninvited her to a reunion after she put on weight. Gerry addressed the claims, stating that he had dated a number of women and that it was a matter of how one defines a relationship. He emphasized that he wants to focus on the present and the positive aspects of his life, including his engagement to Theresa Nist.
The Hollywood Reporter launched its first European edition, THR Roma, in a star-studded party in Rome. The multimedia platform includes a website, a print magazine, and a network of communities aimed at the global market. THR Roma's editor-in-chief, Concita De Gregorio, tied together Rome and Hollywood's cinematic history in her speech, while THR's editorial director, Nekesa Mumbi Moody, described THR Roma as "essential" and "impactful." THR parent PME Holdings partnered with Brainstore Media, an Italian publisher, on THR Roma.