Variety

‘Supergirl’ Star David Krumholtz Posts and Deletes Plans to Retire From Acting: ‘And Now, New Life’

David Krumholtz, who played Kor-El in this year’s “Supergirl” and appeared in “Oppenheimer” and “The Studio,” said on Threads Monday that he’s done with acting and ready to start a “new life.” However, he later deleted the posts that spoke of his frustration with getting jobs in Hollywood, leading fans to speculate whether he is […]

entertainment  Aug 19, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘A Breed Apart’ Director Recalls Hayden Panettiere’s “Dark” Energy on Set: “She Was Not OK”

Griff Furst also mentioned the actress's on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s presence when he would visit the filming set.

entertainment  Aug 19, 2026

The Guardian Culture

Tupac Shakur trial: lawyers share full account of killing as witnesses still refuse to testify

Murder trial of Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, 63, former South Side Compton Crips gang leader, opens in Las VegasFor nearly 30 years, the unsolved murder of 25-year-old rapper Tupac Shakur has sparked lawsuits, theories and conspiracies.Now, decades after his death in a September 1996 drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, local prosecutors are finally offering a detailed official account of Shakur’s killing, accusing Duane “Keffe D” Davis, a 63-year-old former South Side Compton Crips gang leader, of being t

entertainment  Aug 19, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

David Krumholtz Says He’s Retiring from Acting in Shock Social Post: “Profession Has Lost Its Gleam”

The veteran and in-demand star, who recently starred in 'Supergirl,' is "fed up" with Hollywood: "There was a time when being competitive and self-involved really served my pursuit. That time has passed."

entertainment  Aug 19, 2026

Variety

John Irvin, Director of ‘Hamburger Hill,’ ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,’ Dies at 86

John Irvin, the British director of “Hamburger Hill,” the “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” miniseries and 1981’s “Ghost Story,” died Aug. 11. He was 86.  His producers confirmed he died at the home of his sister-in-law in the U.K.  The award-winning director’s career spanned several decades, each punctuated by a different focus. By the end of […]

entertainment  Aug 19, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

For Jacob Whiteduck-Lavoie, Everyday on ‘Sterling Point‘ Was the “Best Day Ever”

The 23-year-old Canadian actor digs into booking the Prime Video YA series and how he made the jump to English-speaking roles.

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Inside the Fake Celebrity Podcast Scam Fooling Hollywood

Seth Rudetsky thought Nikki Glaser wanted him on her podcast. Bruce Vilanch thought Terry Gross wanted him on hers. Both were targets of a hoax.

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

‘Down the Arm of God’ Review: Caleb Landry Jones in a Sincere, if Heavy-Handed, Drama About a Texas Pastor Tackling Homelessness, and His Own Congregation

Nick Stahl and Mena Suvari costar in the Locarno-premiering film, produced by Luc Besson and directed by Peter Brunner.

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Marilyn Monroe’s 100th Birthday Brings Official Coffee Table Book, Barbie, Brut and More

The Estate of Marilyn Monroe continues to unveil authorized merchandise and brand collaborations for her centennial celebration.

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Neve Campbell and ‘Scream’ Stars Pay Tribute to Hayden Panettiere After Her Death: She “Brought a Magnetic Energy to Set”

The 36-year-old actress, who died at age 36, originated the role of Kirby Reed in 2011's 'Scream 4' and reprised the fan-favorite character in 2023’s 'Scream VI.'

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

‘Heroes’ Creator Tim Kring Pays Tribute to Hayden Panettiere as a ‘Singularly Talented Actor’ With a ‘Deep Understanding of Human Nature’

Hayden Panettiere was a seasoned professional by the time she auditioned for “Heroes” at the age of 16. But unlike many actors who start working as kids, Hayden had no sense of jaded child actor quality to her. Although confident in her abilities, she was still guileless, sweet and always open to suggestions. It was […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

Felicia Day, Wil Wheaton on New Tabletop Gaming Show ‘Conludo,’ How ‘The Guild’ Reunion Movie Will Be Impacted by a Denied California Tax Credit

Reunions all around for Felicia Day these days: Amid a massive fundraiser for a movie reunion of her series “The Guild,” Day is reteaming with longtime friend and collaborator Wil Wheaton for a new kind of board game TV series. Launching as fan-unlocked content tied to “The Guild: Ren Faire’d” movie’s ongoing Kickstarter campaign (which […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Hollywood Reporter

Shawn Hatosy on ‘The Pitt,’ Calls for a Night Shift Spinoff and Projects That Got Away — Including ‘Breaking Bad’!

The longtime actor, who starred on 'Southland' and 'Animal Kingdom' before winning a guest acting Emmy for the first season — and landing a best supporting actor Emmy nom for the second season — of 'The Pitt,' also confirms that he is directing another episode of the show for its third season.

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

Walmart Touts Free Peacock Access for Walmart+ Members on Heels of Streamer’s Latest Price Hike

Walmart is offering up some new deals, discounts and special offers right now, including a way to get a Peacock streaming subscription for free. While Walmart is touting its back to school deals right now, the retailer is also offering access to its Walmart+ membership program for just $1 for your first month. Regularly $12.95/month, […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

Clive Barker Announces Kickstarter-Exclusive Anthology Book Series ‘Library of the Dead’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Horror master Clive Barker is set to release the new “Library of the Dead” anthology project Aug. 18 exclusively on Kickstarter. The three-book horror anthology consists of three books: “Fear Eternal,” “Pyres of Bedlam” and “Dark Descents.” The project is collectively a spiritual successor to Barker’s “Books of Blood.” “Library of the Dead” brings together […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

‘Days of Our Lives’ EP on Bringing John Oliver’s Dream Soap Opera Role to Life: ‘He Wanted to Be Slapped’

Ken Corday, the executive producer of “Days of Our Lives,” knew John Oliver needed to make an appearance on his series. The host of the Emmy-winning HBO series “Last Week Tonight” publicly declared his desire to star in a soap opera during a March episode of his talk show, and Corday immediately got to work. […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

Hayden Panettiere ‘Stuck Up for Background Actors When They Were Mistreated’ on ‘Heroes’ Set and ‘Knew Every Crew Members Name’

Hayden Panettiere “stuck up for background actors when they were mistreated” on the “Heroes” set and “knew every crew members name,” her co-star Sendhil Ramamurthy lovingly remembered in a social media tribute to the late actor. Panettiere died on Aug. 16 at the age of 36. “Heroes” marked one of her most prolific TV series. She starred […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

How ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ ‘Fallout’ and ‘Spider-Noir’ Production Designers Built Out Their Worlds While Honoring the Source Material

This year, an unprecedented number of genre and fantasy shows broke into the Emmys race, including “Widow’s Bay,” “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” “It: Welcome to Derry,” “Fallout,” “Spider-Noir” and “Alien: Earth,” which were all recognized across multiple below-the-line categories. Shows like “AKOTSK,” “Alien: Earth,” “It: Welcome to Derry” and “Fallout” already have an […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

California Lawmakers Near Deal to Address Impact of Tax Cap on Film Credits

California lawmakers are closing in on a deal to help film producers who are facing new limits on their ability to monetize production tax credits. The agreement falls short of the entertainment industry’s goal of a full exemption from a $5 million annual cap on corporate tax credits, according to multiple sources. The state budget, […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026

Variety

Why a Reunion Between the Two Rival TV Academies Is Long Overdue

Last month’s news that the two rival TV academies are looking to reunite was welcome and overdue — but it won’t be as easy as flipping a switch. The Los Angeles-based Television Academy and the New York located National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences are run very differently, each having had 50 years to […]

entertainment  Aug 18, 2026