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Hollywood Mourns Hayden Panettiere as Tributes Pour In From Davis, Barrera, Fuller
entertainment18 days ago

Hollywood Mourns Hayden Panettiere as Tributes Pour In From Davis, Barrera, Fuller

Hayden Panettiere, the actress known for Heroes, Nashville, and the Scream films, died at 36; tributes from Viola Davis, Melissa Barrera, and Bryan Fuller—who called her a bright, wise soul—led Hollywood to mourn as Variety notes that no cause of death has been released and authorities are investigating the case; Panettiere’s career spanned soap operas, Heroes, Nashville, and film, leaving a lasting impact on fans and colleagues alike.

Viola Davis Guides Paramount+ Thriller Ascent From John Logan
television1 month ago

Viola Davis Guides Paramount+ Thriller Ascent From John Logan

Paramount+ has ordered Ascent, a character-driven thriller series led by Viola Davis and created by John Logan, set in the high-stakes world of corporate crisis and damage control; produced by JuVee Productions with Paramount Television Studios, the show follows elite fixer Catriona Vail as she activates ruthless skills when her estranged daughter is in danger, with production planned in Los Angeles in 2027.

awards1 year ago

Ted Danson Honored with 2025 Carol Burnett Award at Golden Globes

Ted Danson will receive the Carol Burnett Award at the 2025 Golden Globes, recognizing his significant contributions to television. The award, established in 2019, honors individuals with outstanding achievements in the TV industry. Danson, a 13-time Golden Globe nominee and three-time winner, will be celebrated alongside Cecil B. DeMille Award recipient Viola Davis at a special gala on January 3, 2025. The Golden Globes ceremony will be hosted by Nikki Glaser and broadcast live on January 5.

"Barbie Introduces Role Model Dolls for International Women's Day"
entertainment2 years ago

"Barbie Introduces Role Model Dolls for International Women's Day"

Barbie celebrates International Women's Day and its 65th birthday by adding new dolls to its Role Models collection, featuring real-life singers and actresses such as Viola Davis, Shania Twain, Helen Mirren, and Kylie Minogue. These one-of-a-kind dolls are meant to inspire girls with remarkable women's stories, and other honorees include Lila Avilés, Maira Gomez, Nicole Fujita, and Enissa Amani.

Golden Globes 2024: Snubs, Surprises, and 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Leads Nominations
entertainment2 years ago

Golden Globes 2024: Snubs, Surprises, and 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Leads Nominations

Viola Davis, America Ferrera, and Adam Driver were among the notable snubs in the 2024 Golden Globe nominations. "The Color Purple" was surprisingly overlooked in the best musical/comedy category, despite earning acting nominations for Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks. Other snubs included Julia Louis-Dreyfus, America Ferrera, Adam Driver, Taraji P. Henson, Zac Efron, Dominic Sessa, "Wonka," and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.

James Gunn Confirms Returning Stars in New DC Universe
entertainment2 years ago

James Gunn Confirms Returning Stars in New DC Universe

James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, clarified that the DCU canon will begin with the animated series Creature Commandos, followed by Superman: Legacy, and that currently released content like Blue Beetle will not be required watching. He also confirmed that John Cena, Xolo Maridueña, and Viola Davis will be returning as Peacemaker, Blue Beetle, and Amanda Waller, respectively, but their characters will not continue the stories of previous films and shows. Gunn acknowledged the confusion among fans and assured that nothing is canon until Creature Commandos and Legacy. He also hinted at upcoming projects and expressed his satisfaction with the outcome of the writer's strike.

Viola Davis Takes Stand: Pauses Movie Filming Amid Ongoing Strikes
entertainment3 years ago

Viola Davis Takes Stand: Pauses Movie Filming Amid Ongoing Strikes

Viola Davis has decided to pause work on her upcoming movie, "G20," despite being granted permission by SAG-AFTRA to continue filming during the ongoing actors' and writers' strikes. Davis stated that she does not feel it would be appropriate for the production to move forward during the strike and stands in solidarity with actors, SAG/AFTRA, and the WGA. "G20" is an independent project that has been granted a waiver by SAG-AFTRA.

Viola Davis Stands in Solidarity with SAG-AFTRA Strike, Puts 'G20' on Hold
entertainment3 years ago

Viola Davis Stands in Solidarity with SAG-AFTRA Strike, Puts 'G20' on Hold

Viola Davis has decided to withdraw from producing the action thriller "G20" in support of the ongoing strikes in Hollywood. Despite receiving a waiver to continue production, Davis believes it would be inappropriate to move forward during the strike and sets a precedent for A-list talent negotiating work during the strike. This comes after actor Sarah Silverman criticized Hollywood stars for working on indie projects during the strike, calling it "scabbing." Other indie projects, such as "Tehran" and "Mother Mary," have received waivers to continue filming, while actors like Glenn Close and Anne Hathaway are still working under waivers.

Viola Davis Halts Work on SAG-Cleared Film 'G20' Amid Strikes
entertainment3 years ago

Viola Davis Halts Work on SAG-Cleared Film 'G20' Amid Strikes

Viola Davis has decided to halt production on the SAG-cleared film G20 in solidarity with the ongoing strikes by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). Davis expressed her belief that it would not be appropriate for the film to move forward during the strike and appreciated the support of the producers. The strikes are demanding better working conditions, compensations, and protections for union members in response to industry shifts related to streaming services and artificial intelligence.

Viola Davis Halts 'G20' Production Amid Strike Despite SAG-AFTRA Waiver
entertainment3 years ago

Viola Davis Halts 'G20' Production Amid Strike Despite SAG-AFTRA Waiver

Viola Davis has decided to step back from the film "G20" despite the project receiving a SAG-AFTRA waiver to start production. Davis stated that it would not be appropriate for the film to move forward during the actors and writers strikes and expressed solidarity with SAG/AFTRA and the WGA. This decision comes after actor Tobias Menzies also backed away from a different film due to the strikes. The situation highlights the uncertainty and optics that stars face in choosing whether to accept interim agreements during the strikes.

Celebrities Shine at Cannes Film Festival 2023 Premieres.
entertainment3 years ago

Celebrities Shine at Cannes Film Festival 2023 Premieres.

Stars including Gemma Chan, Sara Sampaio, and Viola Davis arrived at the Monster premiere during the Cannes Film Festival. The film, directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, tells the story of a mother confronting her son's teacher after noticing worrying changes in her child's behavior. Other celebrities in attendance included Ethan Hawke, Iris Law, Amy Jackson, and Laura Harrier.

entertainment3 years ago

'Air': A Nostalgic and Fun Look at the Genesis of Sneaker Culture.

The movie "Air" about Michael Jordan's first shoe contract is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The film features Matt Damon playing Nike marketing executive Sonny Vaccaro, who signed Jordan away from Adidas to Nike in 1984. The movie also stars Viola Davis as Jordan's mother, who played a key role in the decision-making process. Although Jordan is never seen on screen, his presence is felt throughout the film, which provides a fun look at the genesis of the sneaker nation.