Variety

Marcia Lucas, Oscar-Winning ‘Star Wars’ Editor, Dies at 80

Marcia Lucas, who won an Oscar for editing “Star Wars,” directed by her former husband George Lucas, died Wednesday in Rancho Mirage, Calif. She was 80. The family’s attorney confirmed she died of cancer. “Marcia will be remembered as a brilliant storyteller, a trailblazer for women in film, a loving mother and grandmother, a generous […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Avan Jogia Wants to Bring You Into His World

When choosing his latest projects, 'Backrooms' and '56 Days,' the actor and filmmaker was specifically seeking out roles that not only immersed him but also the audience. That's exactly what he got.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Off Campus’ Star Stephen Kalyn Is Ready to Be Your New TV Boyfriend

The 28-year-old is stepping up to lead the second season of the Prime Video romance series. With years of actual hockey experience, stints on other Prime Video series and a little manifestation from his fiancée, he’s more than ready for the challenge.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

‘Deli Boys’ Star Poorna Jagannathan on Her Character’s Season 2 Romance: ‘Lucky Loves Toxic’

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Deli Boys” Season 2, which premiered May 28 on Hulu with all six episodes. “Deli Boys” Season 2 is all about Lucky in love. At the start of the new season of the critically-acclaimed comedy, Lucky — played by the incredibly talented and impeccably dressed Poorna Jagannathan — […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

‘Dutton Ranch’ Episode 4: Rip Shoots Dozens of Cows, Beth Catches Carter Hooking Up With Beulah’s Granddaughter and We Meet Creepy Dwight

SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers from the fourth episode of “Dutton Ranch,” “Start With a Bullet,” which is now streaming on Paramount+. Welcome back to another week at the Dutton Ranch, but instead of rip-roarin’ action, everyone is drunk and depressed. We’ve got sick animals, teen angst and trailer explosions. Can Rip (Cole Hauser) and […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Sound of Falling’ Sweeps German Film Awards

Mascha Schilinski's period drama, following four young women across four eras of German history, won 10 Lolas, including best film, best director and best screenplay.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

Trump Blasts Judge Who Ordered President’s Name Removed From Kennedy Center and Halted Renovations, Says He Will Transfer Institution to Congressional Control

President Donald Trump took aim at the judge who halted his plans to renovate the Kennedy Center — and ordered Trump’s name taken off the building — saying the judge should “be ashamed of himself,” because the center is “structurally dangerous” and a threat to public safety. In the wake of the judge’s ruling, Trump […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

Music Industry Moves: Beastie Boys’ G-Son Studios Launches Kickstarter to Reopen as a Music Venue and Community Arts Space

Los Angeles’ G-Son Studios — the former rehearsal space, recording studio, and headquarters of the Beastie Boys — is launching a public fundraising initiative via Kickstarter to restore and reopen the space as a community arts center and live music venue. Located in Atwater Village, G-Son was formerly a ballroom, but inside it was part […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Netflix’s ‘Instadocs’ Producer on Why His New Docuseries Is Not Just a Newsmagazine Show

For those who like their nightly eight hours, this job isn't for you.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

‘Wednesday,’ ‘Beef’ and ‘Stranger Things’ Artisans Reveal the Essential Tools They Need to Do Their Jobs

Every artist needs one key tool to do their job. In a special edition of Variety’s For the Love of the Craft presented by Netflix, senior artisans editor Jazz Tangcay caught up with the artisans behind some of the streamer’s biggest shows to learn about the one essential they need to do their work. “Stranger […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Spring Belonged to Scott MacArthur

With roles in ‘Running Point,’ ‘Rooster’ and now ‘Spider Noir,’ a Hollywood utility player is suddenly everywhere.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

How to Watch the Canadian Screen Awards Online to See ‘Heated Rivalry’ Stars, Mike Myers and More

'Heated Rivalry' landed 18 nominations for this year's ceremony, including a nod for Best Drama Series and Lead Performance nods for Hudson Williams and Francois Arnaud.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Cannes Un Certain Regard Winner ‘Everytime’ Sells to 1-2 Special for North America

An unlikely trio hit by grief goes on a family holiday that never happened in the third feature from Austrian writer-director Sandra Wollner, in which reality and fiction blur, and so does time.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

Hannah Einbinder Speaks Out Against Spencer Pratt’s Mayoral Campaign: ‘It’s Important to Resist That’

Following last night’s emotional series finale to “Hacks,” Hannah Einbinder is speaking out against Spencer Pratt’s run to be L.A.’s new mayor. “There’s a lot of wealth in this city and I think that there are a lot of people who masquerade as Democrats or people on the left, but really, money is their key […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

Everybody Loves Grogu: How ‘Star Wars’ Artisans Brought the ‘Rascally’ Baby Yoda To Life 

When a film like “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” is released, a certain level of fanfare is to be expected. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before audiences crowned a member of the cast as Hollywood’s emergent star du jour. This time around, though, the one anointed wasn’t Pedro Pascal, the film’s […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

Everybody Loves Grogu: How ‘Star Wars’ Artisans Brought the ‘Rascally’ Baby Yoda To Life 

When a film like “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” is released, a certain level of fanfare is to be expected. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before audiences crowned a member of the cast as Hollywood’s emergent star du jour. This time around, though, the one anointed wasn’t Pedro Pascal, the film’s […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Where to Watch ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Season 19, Guest Starring Connor Storrie

The 'Heated Rivalry' breakout has a four-episode arc in the crime drama's latest season.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

‘Toy Story’ or Tay Story? Easter Eggs in New ‘TS’ Billboard Campaign Heighten Fans’ Belief That Taylor Swift Is Involved in Pixar Sequel

Taylor Swift fans have been hoping that Disney/Pixar will “just say yes” when it comes to confirming longstanding rumors that the pop superstar is involved in some way with “Toy Story 5.” That’s not happening… yet. But anticipation over the possibility was further piqued Friday, with the unveiling of billboards that any reasonable person would […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Trump Must Remove Name From Kennedy Center, Judge Orders

Per the ruling, the planned closure of the center has also been temporarily halted.

entertainment  May 29, 2026

Variety

‘Backrooms’ Director Kane Parsons Explains It All: Breaking Down Liminal Spaces, Why He Was Nervous His Work Might Get ‘Butchered by Suits’ and What Sequels Might Look Like

“Backrooms” is one of the most unique cinematic events of the year. The film, which opens in theaters Friday via A24, was directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, who previously developed the web series of the same name. Already tallying huge box office numbers from Thursday preview screenings, it is projected to be one of A24’s […]

entertainment  May 29, 2026