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A Day Without Women? Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, other men channel Alicia Silverstone in a oeCluelessa

As part of W Magazine’s ongoing Casting Call videos, a group of male actors, including Oscar-nominated Hacksaw Ridge star Andrew Garfield, Silence and Star Wars star Adam Driver channeled their inner Cher Horowitz – by reading of Alicia Silverstone’s immigration speech from Clueless. For those who were born either way before or way after the ’90s classic, Alicia Silverstone’s Cher delivers an impassioned debate speech in defense of Haitian immigrants – despite mispronouncing them as “Hate-ee-ans” – by comparing them to guests at a posh party thrown by her dad.

Bill Paxton’s cause of death revealed

The cause of death for actor Bill Paxton has been revealed as a stroke that arose from complications following heart surgery, according to TMZ , which acquired the information from Paxton’s death certificate. Paxton underwent surgery for an aortic aneurysm on Feb. 14, leading to complications which arose later and caused the fatal stroke.

Deadpool 2′ Teaser: Wade Wilson Fails to Save Mugging Victim

If you’ve ever wanted to see a Marvel character tell the legendary face of the company to shut up, here’s your chance! Ryan Reynolds has posted the “Deadpool 2” teaser shown in front of “Logan” screenings online. And in it, the Merc with the Mouth tells Stan Lee to “shut up!” Watch it above.

Tony Award-Winning Actor Ben Vereen Brings a Night of Career…

The Ridgefield Playhouse and Ridgefield Magazine Broadway and Cabaret Series presents a night with the Legendary Tony Award-winning actor Ben Vereen on Sunday, May 21 at 8 p.m. Ben Vereen ‘s performances transcend time and are woven into the fabric of this country’s artistic legacy. In this special evening, partially underwritten by Adam Broderick Salon and Spa, you will take a whirlwind trip through Vereen’s career and favorite songs – including numbers from Pippin and Jesus Christ Superstar, interspersed with loving and sometimes hilarious anecdotes about some of the Broadway greats he has worked with.

A+E Studios Inks Exclusive Overall Production Deal with UnREAL Star Shiri Appleby

A+E Studios has signed a multiyear exclusive overall television production deal with actress, director and UNREAL star Shiri Appleby, it was announced by Erica Bello, Vice President of Creative Affairs at A+E Studios. Under the pact, Appleby will work closely with the A+E Studios team to develop, create and produce original programming for the A+E portfolio of networks, as well as outside buyers, under her Appletree Pictures banner.

Jessica Lange Among Trinity Rep’s 2017 Pell Award Honorees

Trinity Repertory Company announces that Jessica Lange will be honored with the 2017 Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts at the 21st annual Pell Awards Gala to be held on Monday, May 22, 2017 at the new WaterFire Arts Center in Providence. Philanthropists and longtime arts advocates Joseph L. Dowling, Jr. and Sally Dowling will be honored with the Charles Sullivan Award for Distinguished Service in the Arts.

Stars we’ve lost in 2017

Neil Fingleton , who was Britain’s tallest man, died of heart failure at age 36. He played “Game of Thrones” character Mag the Mighty, a giant on the northern side of the great ice wall that was guarded by Lord Commander Jon Snow and the black-clad men of the Night’s Watch. Fingleton was 7-foot 7-inch.

Bill Paxton’s 15 best performances

Actor Bill Paxton, who died from complications after surgery over the weekend, was frequently the butt of jokes in Hollywood for his less than stellar performances. Paxton is best-known for playing supporting roles, many of which are overshadowed by the bigger stars alongside him.

Killed by Alien, Predator, Terminator

In this Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, file photo, Bill Paxton, a cast member in the HBO series “Big Love” poses at the show’s third season premiere in Los Angeles. LOS ANGELES — Bill Paxton , the prolific actor whose many memorable roles included an astronaut in Apollo 13 and a treasure hunter in Titanic, has died from complications of surgery.

Bill Paxton dies

The ‘Twister’ actor reportedly suffered complications after undergoing heart surgery and passed away after a massive stroke aged 61 on Saturday . His family confirmed the sad news, which was originally reported by TMZ, in a statement describing him as an “adored husband and father”.

Family representative: ‘Titanic’ actor Bill Paxton has died

In this May 31, 2015, file photo, Bill Paxton arrives at the Critics’ Choice Television Awards at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. A family representative said prolific and charismatic actor Paxton, who played an astronaut in “Apollo 13” and a treasure hunter in “Titanic,” died from complications due to surgery.

Photos: The life of Bill Paxton

A veteran of many movies and TV shows since the 1980s, Bill Paxton has died at 61 due to complications from surgery, according to a family statement. Photos: The life of Bill Paxton A veteran of many movies and TV shows since the 1980s, Bill Paxton has died at 61 due to complications from surgery, according to a family statement.

Hollywood reacts to Bill Paxton’s sudden death

Hollywood reacts to Bill Paxton’s sudden death The industry was shocked at 61-year-old Paxton’s passing. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2msbb57 Here’s what the stars had to say via Twitter as the actor’s death cast a pall over Oscar Sunday.

‘Twister’ actor Bill Paxton dies at 61: family representative

Bill Paxton, the prolific and charismatic actor whose many memorable roles included an astronaut in “Apollo 13” and a treasure hunter in “Titanic,” has died from complications due to surgery. He was 61. Paxton, a Fort Worth, Texas, native, appeared in dozens of movies and television shows and seemed to be around when history was made both on and off screen.

Puri confirms meeting Salman Khan for ROGUE remake and more.. – News

SALMAN KHAN, PURI AND SOORAJ PANCHOLI After the debacle of his discovery’s debut in HERO the pathetic remake of Subash Ghai’s 1983 entertainer to the core blockbuster with the same name that introduced the handsome Jackie Shroff, Sallu Bhai is ensuring that this time things should not go wrong and is sensing a potential blockbuster in south helmer Puri Jagannath’s upcoming bilingual in Telugu and Kannada titled ROGUE that marks the acting debut of Ishaan, the younger brother of Kannada producer CR Kumar.

Dame Helen crowns The Queen writer with BFI Fellowship

Dame Helen Mirren has hailed The Queen writer’s career as a “British phenomenon” as she presented him with the British Film Institute’s highest honour. Peter Morgan CBE, who also penned The Crown, Frost/Nixon and The Last King Of Scotland, was awarded with the BFI Fellowship at a ceremony on Tuesday night.

The final – and not-so-final – resting places of the Hollywood greats

Hello again playmates and are you, like me, fed up with this cold weather that causes muscles that you had forgotten you had to ache? Well, I have selected a chosen few readers, and that includes you, to board my private jet so we can do our walk down Memory Lane in the warmth of Los Angeles. Before you know where you are you will be working out with me on Venice Beach and strolling down Sunset Strip.

Exclusive Podcast: ‘Behind the Curtain’ Welcomes Tony-Winning Composer Charles Strouse for Part II

The sun will come out today because the Tony Award winning composer of BYE BYE BIRDIE, APPLAUSE, ANNIE, and countless others, Charles Strouse is back to discuss his life after being anointed Broadway’s Golden Boy . Charles pulls back the curtain on his career, including how a Depression Era comic strip defined his career, what was it like to compose for a non-singing heroine, and why “Those Were The Days” really weren’t! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask legends the your own questions.

Woman, 32, is arrested on suspicion of murder

Woman, 32, is arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman plunged 10 floors to her death from an east London block of flats A woman was arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman fell from a ten storey building to her death. Residents reported ‘aggressive’ shouting coming from the middle-class east London apartment block before the 35-year-old victim plunged from the top floor.

Frank Oceana s father a suesa singer for $14.5 million

In the statement Ocean said: “I was six years old when I heard my dad call our transgender waitress a faggot as he dragged me out a neighbourhood diner saying we wouldn’t be served because she was dirty. That was the last afternoon I saw my father and the first time I heard that word, I think, although it wouldn’t shock me if it wasn’t.”

David de Alba: The man who would be Judy Garland

The legacy of actress and singer Judy Garland, who enjoyed a 40-year career of international stardom, is being maintained by Las Vegas singer-impressionist David de Alba.Not only does he look like and sound like the superstar who died at age 47, but David also owns one of the most vast, rare and unique Judy Garland and “The Wizard of Oz” memorabilia collections at his Las Vegas home that has been appraised at thousands of dollars.Judy starred in more than 24 movies, won Golden Globes, was Emmy-nominated for TV series and recorded 22 albums. David is no typical lip-syncing drag queen.On March 12, he will sing many of her songs and narrate funny anecdotes that Judy told in her 1960s TV appearances, plus anecdotes when they met.

Hot Property: Business as usual?

We’ve already seen a lot of real estate activity in 2017 and we’re not even up to the Super Bowl, which traditionally kicks off the start of the sales season here in Southern California. If our prognosticator skills are intact and January is any indication, we’re in for another busy housing market as prices continue to creep upward.

Oscar 2017 Snubs and Surprises

It seems Oscar voters and the Academy got the message after they were widely criticized for not having any nominees of color in the acting categories in last year’s Oscars, inspiring the hashtag #OscarsSoWhite. So the biggest surprise this year is not only that there are multiple nominees of color in the acting categories, but there are nominees of color in the best picture, documentary, directing, screenplay and song categories as well.

Get Back! Sir Paul sues for Beatles’ songs

Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit against Sony/ATV Music Publishing on Wednesday in an attempt to regain the rights to a long list of Beatles hits he either wrote or co-wrote with John Lennon. Songs such as “Yesterday,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand” and a slew of other Beatles hits are subject to the suit, according to court documents.

Katie Couric’s evolution, Legend on Trump, Perry on Kennedy

A roundup of news Friday from the Television Critics Association winter meeting, at which TV networks and streaming services are presenting details on upcoming programs. President-elect Donald Trump has two more Hollywood critics: singer John Legend and the creator of a television series on history’s Underground Railroad where slaves were led to freedom.

Fact Check: Streep overrated? Trump picks a decorated star

This image released by NBC shows Meryl Streep accepting the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017. NEW YORK, N.Y. – President-elect Donald Trump took to Twitter on Monday, calling Meryl Streep “one of the most over-rated actresses in Hollywood” following her speech Sunday night at the Golden Globe awards While “overrated” is an opinion, Streep, who took aim at Trump in her speech while accepting the Globes lifetime achievement award, holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations of any actor.

Fact Check: Streep overrated? Trump picks a decorated star

This image released by NBC shows Meryl Streep accepting the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017. NEW YORK, N.Y. – President-elect Donald Trump took to Twitter on Monday, calling Meryl Streep “one of the most over-rated actresses in Hollywood” following her speech Sunday night at the Golden Globe awards While “overrated” is an opinion, Streep, who took aim at Trump in her speech while accepting the Globes lifetime achievement award, holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations of any actor.

Bill Paxton Wants You to Check Out the Old Movie References in…

“I should be doing TCM – that’s the next thing after this,” star jokes of CBS adaptation of Denzel Washington film Bill Paxton knows his old movies and the star says his new CBS show “Training Day” will be chockablock with references to them. “Training Day,” premiering February 2, is a series adaptation of the 2001 crime thriller starring Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke about two cops battling gang violence in Los Angeles.

Bill Paxton Wants You to Check Out the Old Movie References in…

“I should be doing TCM – that’s the next thing after this,” star jokes of CBS adaptation of Denzel Washington film Bill Paxton knows his old movies and the star says his new CBS show “Training Day” will be chockablock with references to them. “Training Day,” premiering February 2, is a series adaptation of the 2001 crime thriller starring Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke about two cops battling gang violence in Los Angeles.

Trump fires back at Meryl Streepa s Golden Globes speech

Actress Meryl Streep took a moment to talk about President-elect Donald Trump as she received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2017 Golden Globes in Beverly Hills, California. She called Trump’s mocking of a disabled reporter while on the campaign trail the year’s performance that most “stunned her.”

Kellyanne Conway Slams Meryl Streep for Not Mentioning Chicago…

“I’d like to hear from her today if she wants to come and continue her platform on behalf of the disabled,” Trump senior advisor says Donald Trump senior advisor Kellyanne Conway slammed actress Meryl Streep for not mentioning the Chicago torture victim when she took the president-elect to task for mocking a disabled man during her acceptance speech for the Cecil B. Demille Award at the Golden Globes on Sunday.

Politically-charged show takes jabs at Trump

“La La Land” dominated Sunday’s Golden Globes, winning a record-breaking seven statues including best musical or comedy. The ode to Los Angeles and vintage musicals also won best screenplay and director honors for the 31-year old Damien Chazelle, as well as picking up acting statues for Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone in the musical or comedy category at the ceremony held yesterday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles.

Golden Globes 2017: ‘La La Land’ Breaks Record

The musical film – starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling – won all seven of the awards for which it received nominations including best motion picture – musical or comedy, best director, best screenplay, best score and acting awards for its stars. Host Jimmy Fallon kicked off the broadcast with a taped sketch that riffed off “La La Land” – foreshadowing the winning theme of the night.

‘La La Land’ breaks record at Golden Globes

The musical film — starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling — won all seven of the awards for which it received nominations including best motion picture – musical or comedy, best director, best screenplay, best score and acting awards for its stars. Host Jimmy Fallon kicked off the broadcast with a taped sketch that riffed off “La La Land” — foreshadowing the winning theme of the night.

Globes honored TV and movies, and often slammed Donald Trump

This image released by NBC shows host Jimmy Fallon at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017. This image released by NBC shows host Jimmy Fallon at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017.

Gay-Themed Moonlight Wins Best Drama at Golden Globes

Hollywood was taken to task last year for its lack of diversity, but this year a movie about a young African-American man grappling with his sexuality won best drama film at the Golden Globe awards. Moonlight was nominated in six categories, losing out to the musical La La Land in most of them.

Streep slams Trump at Golden Globes

Meryl Streep was honored at the Golden Globes for a lifetime of notable work, and she gave the acceptance speech of a lifetime. In her nearly six-minute address while accepting the Cecil B. Demille Award, the actress highlighted the importance of the “most vilified segments in American society right now” — “Hollywood, foreigners and the press.”

‘Fences’ opens strong among play-to-screen adaptions

“Fences” already is well on its way to becoming one of the 21st century’s top box-office successes for play-to-screen adaptations. The film, based on the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning play and boasting acclaimed performances by Denzel Washington and Viola Davis, already has paid back its estimated $24 million budget and more.

Willie Nelson receives ultimate Christmas sweater from Snoop Dogg

The shocking moment two hero cops dive for cover, open fire and kill gunman as they are wounded in terrifying ambush in Walmart ‘I’m tired of racist double standards’: American Idol star Bo Bice shames Popeyes into suspending worker who called him ‘white boy’ – then goes on TV to cry and claim he is a victim of ‘racial prejudice’ ‘Revenge porn victim’ sues Google, Yahoo! and Bing demanding they delete her name because X-rated video prevents her from finding a job Assange says a 14-year-old could have hacked Democratic emails as he reveals John Podesta’s password was ‘password’ ‘How does anyone survive this?’: Mother is left feeling ‘unlovable’ and a ‘failure’ after her husband left her for his assistant on New Year’s Eve ‘I stood up for myself’: Trump voter who was filmed in viral tirade at Michael’s store defends herself, explains bag dispute that led to outburst and insists she’s NOT … (more)

Underworld: Blood Wars | The ultimate sacrifice

Underworld: Blood Wars follows vampire death dealer Selene as she fends off brutal attacks from both the Lycan clan and the vampire faction that betrayed her. With her only allies, David and his father Thomas, she must stop the eternal war between Lycans and vampires, even if it means she has to make the ultimate sacrifice.

‘I want to be with Carrie’ – Actress Debbie Reynolds dies one day after daughter Carrie Fisher

Debbie Reynolds, left, with her daughter Carrie Fisher at the Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards in Los Angeles in 2011 The 84-year-old Singin’ In The Rain star died on Wednesday, her son Todd Fisher announced, saying: “She’s now with Carrie and we’re all heartbroken.” She suffered a suspected stroke and emergency services were called at 1pm local time on Wednesday to her son’s Beverly Hills home, where they were making plans for Fisher’s funeral, according to Tmz.com.

Publicist: British singer George Michael dead at age 53

In this April 7, 1985 file photo, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley of the British group WHAM! perform during a concert in Peking, China. Michael, who rocketed to stardom with WHAM! and went on to enjoy a long and celebrated solo career lined with controversies, has died, his publicist said Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016.

7 standout movie trends of 2016

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Little Ronnie to get a BIG Westminster Abbey bash

Little Ronnie to get a BIG Westminster Abbey bash: More than 2,000 people will bid a final farewell to the King of Comedy Ronnie Corbett may have been denied a knighthood before he died in March aged 85 from motor neurone disease, but his friends have ensured the diminutive comedian will be given a send-off befitting a showbusiness giant. I can reveal that on Wednesday, June 7, more than 2,000 people will pack Westminster Abbey for a final farewell to the King of Comedy.