Pam Bondi, Trump’s U.S. Attorney General, may have conflicts of interest in overseeing a review of a deal for Warner Bros. Discovery — and she should recuse herself from a review of any such transaction, two prominent Democratic senators said. Warner Bros. Discovery has entered
Buying a bag for someone this holiday season doesn’t have to be a stress-inducing experience. While the search for the perfect holiday gift can often lead to mad scrambles at the mall (or worse, fruitless clicks online), we’re making it simple by rounding up ten designer bags
Zooey Deschanel revealed during an interview on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast that she was offered the female lead in Jon Favreau’s 2003 Christmas movie classic “Elf” only after Katie Holmes dropped out of the film due to scheduling conflicts (via The Daily Beast). Deschanel was
The recent cancellation of Netflix‘s “Boots” after just one season struck a blow for representation, as a ground breaking coming-of-age queer drama series set in the Marine Corps. But it was also notable for another reason: “Boots” was the final show to be executive produced by
YouTube will stop submitting its data to the U.S. Billboard charts next month due to a dispute over how streams are counted, according to an announcement Wednesday from the streamer’s global head of music Lyor Cohen. At the center of the issue is the methodology Billboard
Cowen will lead the feature revolving around a woman on the run with her infant.
The medical examiner's report was released just after their son, Nick Reiner, was charged with first-degree murder in their deaths and made his first court appearance.
The opening weekend performance of James Cameron's sci-fi epic will be sliced and diced every which way; the real answer will lie in how well the threequel plays out during the year-end holidays and into the new year.
Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, died from “multiple sharp force injuries,” according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Reiner, who starred in the 1971 sitcom “All in the Family” before directing films like “This Is Spinal Tap,” “When Harry Met
The Los Angeles County medical examiner released the findings the same day the Reiners’ son appeared in court on first-degree murder charges
Brendan Carr, the Trump-appointed chairman of the FCC, has been accused of improperly exerting pressure on ABC and local broadcasters to cancel Jimmy Kimmel over the late-night host’s comments about Charlie Kirk’s murder — and that Carr’s threats were tantamount to a First
Apple TV and Legendary Entertainment are expanding the “Monsterverse” universe, announcing a new show starring Wyatt Russell, who will reprise his role as Colonel Lee Shaw in a prequel series about young Lee Shaw. Writer/producer Joby Harold is set to serve as showrunner on the
UTA announced its latest round of promotions, with 105 employees boosted to new positions across 22 departments. The promotions elevate colleagues across comedy touring, TV literary, creators, music, endorsements & voiceover, Klutch Sports Group, news, production arts,
More than a year after he threw a punch at guitarist Dave Navarro, Perry Farrell has apologized for his behavior during a reunited Jane’s Addiction performance in Boston. The explosive altercation, which took place in September 2024, gave way to dueling lawsuits between Farrell
More than a year after Perry Farrell threw a punch at guitarist Dave Navarro during a Boston show, Jane’s Addiction has officially broken up as both Farrell and the three other group members issued separate statements. The explosive altercation, which took place in September
The presitigious award show will still air on television via ABC through 2028
Veteran producer Suzanne Todd, whose credits include the “Austin Powers,” “Alice in Wonderland” and “Bad Moms” franchises, has sealed a first-look TV deal with MGM Television. Under the deal, announced Wednesday, Todd will be tasked with developing and producing “premium,
The Music Hall of Williamsburg, for two decades one of the New York City area’s most popular and best-sounding venues, will lose its lease at the end of 2026 and be forced to relocate or close, according to an internal memo from the venue’s promoter, Bowery Presents, obtained
In Marcie Hume’s new documentary “Corey Feldman vs. The World,” the child star alleges that Corey Haim molested him while making the 1987 film “The Lost Boys.” Feldman and Haim skyrocketed to fame in the 1980s after working together on the blockbuster movie and quickly became
Rita Wilson is an award-winning actor, producer and musician. Wilson appeared with filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner in “Sleepless in Seattle” and “Mixed Nuts”; he directed her in “North” and “The Story of Us.” Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer and film producer Michele Singer
“When Harry Met Sally” star Meg Ryan paid tribute to director Rob Reiner on December 17, sharing a photo of the pair dancing together while making the 1989 film. “Oh how we will miss this man,” she began via Instagram. “Thank you, Rob and Michelle, for the way you believe in
The Academy just made the boldest move in its 100-year history, and it’s exactly what cinema needs. For decades, we’ve watched the Oscars contort the broadcast into an increasingly uncomfortable shape, trimming categories, rushing speeches, and relegating entire crafts to
The beloved star of Reiner’s 1989 romantic comedy leaned toward optimism: “I have to believe that their story will not end with this impossible tragedy, that some good may come, some awareness raised.”
Creative Artists Agency has announced its latest round of promotions, with 13 CAA Elevate trainees promoted to agent or executive roles. CAA Elevate is the agency’s next-generation training and practical development curriculum. The promoted class includes Ally Brzezinski, Oren
Reiner directed Ryan in When Harry Met Sally in 1989: “Oh how we will miss this man,” she writes
The Game Awards keeps getting bigger each year. When the annual kudofest recognizing the best of the video-game industry kicked off in 2014, it registered 1.9 million livestreams. It has exploded exponentially since then: The 2025 Game Awards show on Dec. 11 broke viewership
President Donald J. Trump is set to deliver a primetime national address from the White House at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday. The address, set to focus on Trump’s economic record and his 2026 policy priorities, comes at a critical moment for the Republican leader. The president’s
On today’s “Daily Variety” podcast, we dive into the creation of Variety’s 120th anniversary issue with deputy editor Trish Deitch and design director Ted Keller. The two discuss how we tackled 12 decades of showbiz history – and why the discovery of a long-forgotten photo of
Cheap Trick has been feeling the heat from some fans since performing at the Donald J. Trump-hosted Kennedy Center Honors, an event that has become a political flashpoint since the president took over as chairman of the board of the Kennedy Center and installed a new board of
J. Smith Cameron is the latest guest star to join Season 3 of “Elsbeth,” the CBS mystery series that serves as a spinoff to “The Good Wife” and “The Good Fight,” and stars Carrie Preston as the de facto detective Elsbeth Tascioni. Cameron will play Isadora, aka Izzy, the
Jon M. Chu will receive the inaugural Judy Garland Award at the Lumiere Awards. This newly-established honor celebrates individuals whose artistry, imagination, and cultural influence embody the highest ideals in entertainment. The award was created to commemorate Judy
Jake and Romy Reiner, children of Rob and Michele Reiner, have spoken out for the first time after their parents were found murdered at their Brentwood home Sunday. Their brother, 32-year-old Nick Reiner, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder on Tuesday. “Words
“We now ask for respect and privacy, for speculation to be tempered with compassion and humanity,” Jake and Romy Reiner wrote
The first look at the 2026 theatrical release features Stewart working on 'It's a Wonderful Life' and grappling with enlisting for World War II.
The scandal-buffeted journalist and author is denying rumors that she’s adapting her just-released memoir for the screen — but let’s cast it anyway.
The famously clean-cut 100-year-old performer reveals in his new book that he very nearly played Damien’s dad in the original 'Omen.'
Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder for the stabbing deaths of his parents
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed SB 1911, which expands and enhances the Prairie State’s film production tax credit. The bill is part of a larger economic development package and aims to make the Land of Lincoln a more film-friendly state with increased tax credits for
The long-awaited Season 14 return of Fox’s “The Masked Singer” is just a few weeks away, and Variety can exclusively reveal three more costumes: Eggplant, Owl and “14 Karat Carrot” (yes, a nod to the show’s 14th season). Those three join the previously announced Pugcasso, Queen
Tony Award nominee Fina Strazza has been added to the cast of Amy Poehler, Mike Schur and J.J. Philbin’s upcoming Peacock comedy “Dig.” She’ll star opposite a previously announced cast including Poehler, Hugh Laurie and Geraldine Viswanathan. Strazza will play Patty, an
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy will receive the 2026 MPSE Filmmaker Award. The MPSE Filmmaker Award is bestowed upon an individual outside the sound community whose career has demonstrated a great appreciation and understanding of the impact of sound editing. MPSE
Blizzard Entertainment is turning 35 and they want everyone to know it. “While tonight for ‘Diablo’ is such a masthead moment for the franchise, in many ways, we think of it as a kickstart to this huge 2026 for Blizzard, all up,” Blizzard Entertainment president Johanna Faries
Nick Reiner made a brief appearance in court on Wednesday morning on charges of murdering his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Reiner did not enter a plea and agreed to postpone his arraignment to Jan. 7. He was shackled and wore a blue suicide-prevention vest. Reiner faces two
The Oscars are heading to the (very) small screen. In a move that’s sure to send shockwaves through Hollywood, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has signed a multi-year deal that will give YouTube the exclusive global rights to the Oscars, beginning in 2029 with
Avatar: Fire and Ash” doesn’t waste any time, starting up right after “Avatar: The Way of Water” ends. Expect James Cameron to blow you away with stunning visuals again, as his team pulls you straight into the incredible world of Pandora. Picking up right where we left off, the
Moviegoing frequency by Gen Z audiences is up in 2025, according to Cinema United’s new “Strength of Theatrical Exhibition” report. Published on Wednesday, the annual analysis seeks to make sense of key industry metrics beyond traditional box-office performance. “Weekend box
Netflix has signed on to adapt Liz Moore’s hit novel “The God of the Woods” — which counts President Obama and Taylor Swift among its fans — into an hour long series. Liz Hannah (“The Girl From Plainville”) and Moore will serve as co-showrunners, writers and executive
Initial Group, the talent management-focused entertainment company owned by private equity firm TPG, has acquired Silver Tribe Media, a digital media management and production company centered on sports, news and entertainment. With the acquisition, Silver Tribe will rebrand as
Celebrating Sundance Institute: A Tribute to Founder Robert Redford is set to take place at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Utah on Jan. 23 during next year’s Sundance Film Festival.
The superstar singer’s doc will premiere on the streamer Dec. 31, before its available to rent/buy on Jan. 2, 2026, on platforms like Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Google Play and more.