Ken Diaz took home the Outstanding Achievement in SFX Makeup honor at the 11th Hollywood Beauty Awards, celebrating a legendary career that has left its mark on some of Hollywood’s most iconic productions. Jimmy Smits and Constance Marie, co-stars of the 1995 film Mi Familia, presented the lifetime achievement honor to Diaz — a full-circle […]
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Jimmy Smits, Ken Diaz, Constance Marie The 11th Annual Hollywood Beauty Awards (HBAs), founded by Michele Elyzabeth, lit up the Taglyan Complex on April 10 with an evening that blended heartfelt tributes, industry celebration, and unexpected moments that brought the room to its feet. Under this year’s theme, “The Beauty of Spring ~ La Beauté du Printemps,” the black-tie ceremony
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Chuck Norris has died at the age of 85, according to confirmed reports published on March 20, 2026. News of his passing was shared publicly earlier today. As of this writing, details regarding the cause of death have not been fully disclosed. A formal statement from his family is expected, though initial reports indicate he
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Following its World Premiere at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, Vertical has acquired North American rights to The Weight, the critically-acclaimed directorial debut of Padraic McKinley. The film stars five-time Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke (Blue Moon), Academy Award® winner Russell Crowe (Nuremberg), Julia Jones (Rez Ball), Austin Amelio (Fear the Walking Dead), Avi Nash
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The 98th Academy Awards took place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, honoring achievements in film from the past year. The ceremony was hosted by Conan O’Brien and broadcast live on ABC and Hulu. The night’s top honor, Best Picture, went to One Battle After Another, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.
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The 2026 Festival de Cannes will honor one of the most influential figures in entertainment history. Legendary performer Barbra Streisand will receive the Honorary Palme d’Or during the festival’s closing ceremony on May 23 at the Palais des Festivals. Actor, director, producer, singer, and songwriter, Streisand has spent more than six decades shaping film, music,
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Mayor Karen Bass announced that the City of Los Angeles is slashing filming fees at the Griffith Observatory from $100,000 to $30,000, reverting back to 2008 levels. She also announced that after more than 10 years, the L.A. Central Library is now open to film production. Mayor Bass was joined by Councilmember Adrin Nazarian and
The 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards took place on March 5, 2026 in Los Angeles, honoring media that portrays fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of the LGBTQ community. Organized by GLAAD, the awards recognize achievements across film, television, music, journalism, podcasts, theater, gaming, and more, celebrating stories and creators who contribute to greater visibility and
At a moment of heightened relevance for independent cinema, Cinépolis and the Sundance Institute announce the third edition of Sundance Film Festival: CDMX 2026, bringing compelling international cinema to Mexico City and creating a dynamic platform for new voices and stories. The Festival will take place from April 30 to May 3, 2026, with Cinépolis Diana returning as the main venue.
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The annual awards, which have always been called the SAG Awards, marked their first year under the new “Actor Awards” title. Live on Netflix, the ceremony highlighted performances from the past year across motion pictures, television series, limited series, and made-for-TV movies. Longtime screen star Harrison Ford was presented with the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award
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Twelve feature films have cemented Park Chan-wook as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary cinema. Now, the internationally acclaimed director, screenwriter and producer will preside over the Feature Film Competition Jury at the Festival de Cannes for its 79th edition — a historic first for Korean cinema. On Saturday, May 23, inside the
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The 32nd Slamdance Film Festival announced the winners of their annual Sparky Awards in Audience and Jury categories for 2026. The festival also announced the recipient of their AGBO Fellowship from Slamdance alumni Joe and Anthony Russo, a curated Acting Award, and the third annual Summer Chastant Episodic Award. All winners were announced during the in-person
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The race to become the next James Bond just got a lot more interesting. According to a new analysis of UK betting odds by Heart Bingo (https://www.heartbingo.co.uk/), a fresh frontrunner has emerged — and he’s pulled ahead of some long-time favorites in dramatic fashion. At the top of the list? Jacob Elordi. The Australian actor,
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Mark your calendar for January 21–31, 2027, when the Sundance Film Festival will make its highly anticipated move to Boulder, Colorado. In the new year, filmmakers and cinephiles will gather at the foot of the Flatirons to welcome global audiences to a fresh setting for the world’s most compelling independent storytelling. The 2027 Sundance Film Festival
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his weekend’s British Academy Film Awards celebrated excellence across global cinema, with One Battle After Another dominating the night and a stunning mix of established stars and rising talent taking home top honors. The 79th EE BAFTA Film Awards, hosted by Alan Cumming at London’s Royal Festival Hall, honored the best films and performances of
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The artistry behind Hollywood’s most unforgettable transformations took center stage in Los Angeles as the Make Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild, IATSE Local 706, celebrated the 13th Annual MUAHS Awards. Presented by L Oréal Groupe and Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty, the ceremony unfolded before a sold out audience of more than 850 guests at
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Set against the sun-bleached grit of Los Angeles, Crime 101 weaves the tale of an elusive jewel thief (Chris Hemsworth) whose string of heists along the 101 freeway have mystified police. When he eyes the score of a lifetime, his path crosses that of a disillusioned insurance broker (Halle Berry) who is facing her own
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Netflix released the trailer and key art for The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA, which will stream live on Netflix Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT from the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall. The Actor Awards will be hosted by award-winning actress and producer Kristen Bell, and legendary actor and
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