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Bill Cody, Grand Ole Opry Announcer and Revered WSM Country Radio Personality, Dies at 67
Bill Cody, one of the nation’s most revered country radio personalities from his decades-long roles as an announcer for the Grand Ole Opry and WSM morning show host, died Tuesday in Nashville. He was 67. In recent days, much of Nashville’s country music community had sent out
Rajinikanth’s ‘Kochadaiiyaan’ AI Remaster, ‘Tanu Weds Manu’ Sequel Lead Eros Innovation’s 15-Production, $355 Million U.K. Slate (EXCLUSIVE)
Eros Innovation has unveiled a £265 million ($355.2 million) commitment to the U.K., anchoring a 15-production slate that includes the AI remaster of superstar Rajinikanth’s “Kochadaiiyaan,” a continuation of the “Tanu Weds Manu” franchise and a new mythological cinematic
‘Toy Story 5’ First Reactions Praise Pixar’s Sequel as a ‘Deeply Profound’ and ‘Moving’ Film That ‘Ranks Right Alongside’ the Original
“Toy Story 5” has finally been unveiled to members of the film press, and it appears Pixar’s long-running animated franchise remains in top form after 30 years. The latest sequel is being called “emotional, funny, genuinely warm, and perfect in every way” in rave first
‘Toy Story 5’: First Reactions From the Premiere
The latest chapter in Pixar's most famous franchise hits theaters on June 19.
Tom Hanks Says Taylor Swift’s ‘Toy Story 5’ Song Was Kept ‘Top Secret’ From the Cast Until Release Day
Even Tom Hanks didn’t know that Taylor Swift recorded an original song for “Toy Story 5” until hours before it dropped. “It was top secret,” Hanks told Variety at the Los Angeles premiere of “Toy Story 5” on Wednesday night. “We did not know until, literally, when the moment
Directors Guild of America Reaches Four-Year Deal With Major Studios
The Directors Guild of America has reached a tentative four-year deal with the major studios, wrapping up this year’s round of major labor negotiations with little drama or fanfare. The DGA did not disclose the terms of the deal, which still must be approved by the union’s
Taylor Swift Performs With Randy Newman at ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere
The superstar, who wrote original song "I Knew It, I Knew You" for the new movie, walked the carpet on Tuesday night in L.A.
Taylor Swift Performs ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ at ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere, Says Movie Is a ‘Masterpiece’
Not only did Taylor Swift make a surprise appearance at the world premiere of “Toy Story 5” on Tuesday night in Los Angeles, but she also performed after the screening. Taking to the stage, Swift played the piano while singing “I Knew It, I Knew You,” her new song on the “Toy
Art Directors Guild Slams Martin Scorsese for AI Partnership: ‘Turning His Back on the Human Artists’
The Art Directors Guild released a statement on social media on Tuesday condemning Martin Scorsese’s recent partnership with AI startup Black Forest Labs. In the statement, the guild accused one of Hollywood’s most celebrated directors of “turning his back on the human artists
‘Summer House’ Reunion: West Admits to Being on Beta Blockers and Hiding His Girlfriend While Kyle Is a Mess
SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for Part 3 of the Season 10 “Summer House” reunion, streaming on Peacock as of June 10. “I think it’ll get a little bit easier.” Those were the famous last words uttered by Westling “West” Wilson when we last left him in Part 2 of
Carl Radke Sounds Off on the ‘Summer House’ Reunion and West Wilson: ‘He Got High on His Own Supply’
Carl Radke wants you to know that he’s doing just fine. I’m seated across from the Bravolebrity at Soft Bar, his modish non-alcoholic café in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, and sipping on a drink called the “Steel Magnolia” — a mix of matcha, lavender Earl Grey tea and salted honey
Nick Reiner Seeks Release of Trust Funds to Pay for Legal Defense in Parents’ Murders
Nick Reiner, son of Rob and Michele Reiner, has petitioned a Los Angeles probate court for release of trust funds in order to pay for his legal defense in the murders of his parents. Reiner’s attorneys argue that he should be able access a trust that was set up by his parents
Persimmon Acquires Mystery Film ‘Death on the Brandywine,’ Starring Kate Burton – Film News in Brief
Independent distribution company Persimmon has acquired distribution rights for the U.S. and several international territories to the mystery film “Death on the Brandywine.” Kate Burton (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Rena Sofer (“24”), Tuc Watkins (“Paradise”), Jay Huguley (“Cape Fear”),
‘Late Late Show’ Host Craig Ferguson Is ‘Glad’ He Ended His Show Before Trump Became President
Craig Ferguson, the former host of CBS’ “The Late Late Show,” recently told “Obsessed: The Podcast” that he was glad he got out of the late-night game before Donald Trump became president. “I don’t know how I would have handled it. I’m glad I didn’t have to, to be honest,”
‘Summer House’ Season 10 Reunion Parts 1 & 2 Draw Largest Audience in Show’s History
The first two parts of the “Summer House” Season 10 reunion has turned out to be a ratings milestone for the hit reality series. Per NBCUniversal, part one of the reunion drew the largest Live+Same Day audience in the show’s history. In multi-platform viewing over its first
‘Hacks’: Jean Smart’s ‘Queen of Hearts’ Party Dress Was Made From Real Playing Cards That Were Hand-Stitched On
“Hacks” costume designer Kathleen Felix-Hager came across the script for Episode 3 of the show’s final season, and there was one line that stood out: “Deborah shows up in a dress made of playing cards.” Since it was early in prep, Felix-Hager had time to consider what that
‘Toy Story 5’ Goes All In on Merch: From Lego and Funko to Away Luggage and Pandora Jewelry
For a movie about toys coming to life, it’s no surprise that “Toy Story 5” has inspired a blockbuster-worthy merch rollout ahead of its theatrical release next weekend. But the lineup goes well beyond the expected special-edition Uno cards, Funko Pops and Lego sets that
‘Adults’ Season 2 Sets Release Date, Guest Stars Include Jake Shane and Gaten Matarazzo
FX’s “Adults” officially has a Season 2 premiere date. The entire eight-episode season will be released on Aug. 27 all at once on FXX on-demand and Hulu at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. Two episodes will premiere each week on FXX and the series will also be available on Disney+
Sun Valley 2026: David Ellison, Bari Weiss, Disney’s Josh D’Amaro, Jeff Bezos and More Make the List (EXCLUSIVE)
No room this summer on David Geffen’s mega-yacht, Rising Sun? Oligarchs and moguls needn’t worry, there’s always July in Sun Valley – Allen & Co.’s annual leadership retreat for media and tech barons in Idaho. The “billionaire summer camp” has long been the scene for trust
Music Industry Moves:͏ Interpol Signs With Partisan Records; Universal Music Publishing Unveils New Logo
Long-running New York City band Interpol have announced their first album in four years, “This Mirror Weighs a Ton,” which arrives Aug. 28 and also will be their first for Partisan Records, the Brooklyn-based indie currently riding high with Geese and others. The album was
William Hasley, Screenwriter Who Co-Wrote Book With Caitlyn Jenner, Dies on Hollywood Hiking Trail
William Hasley, a writer who worked on TV series including “The Smurfs” and co-wrote an inspirational book with Caitlyn Jenner, has been identified as the hiker who was found dead on Hollywood’s popular Runyon Canyon trail on Saturday evening. He was 78. Hasley was previously
Jack White Quietly Reveals New Album, ‘Frozen Charlotte,’ Via Webstore Presale
Jack White has a followup album to the acclaimed “No Name” coming this summer, titled “Frozen Charlotte”… and it’s already quietly gone on sale for pre-order on his website, despite the lack of any other official announcement of the project. The pre-order page for two different
Nicholas Galitzine to Play Supermodel Hoyt Richards in New Gus Van Sant Movie
Nicholas Galitzine will play male model Hoyt Richards in a new movie from director Gus Van Sant. Plot details haven’t been confirmed, though Richards is known for becoming the world’s first male supermodel — jet-setting across the globe to pose for fashion houses including
‘A Talent for Murder,’ Starring Helen Mirren, Alden Ehrenreich and Olivia Cooke, Acquired by Bleecker Street and LD Entertainment
Bleecker Street Films and LD Entertainment have acquired the U.S. rights to Anton Corbijn’s latest film, “A Talent For Murder,” which stars Oscar-, Emmy- and Tony winner Helen Mirren as celebrated novelist Patricia Highsmith (“The Talented Mr. Ripley”). In the twisty thriller,
Paramount Hires Former Biden White House Official Shuwanza Goff as Lead Democratic U.S. Government Affairs Exec
Former Biden administration official Shuwanza Goff is joining Paramount Skydance as VP of U.S. government affairs, coming amid Paramount’s massive pending merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. Goff will be based in Washington, D.C., and “she will be our lead Democrat government
‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Thrills Netflix With 17 Million Views in 5 Days
Netflix’s “Michael Jackson: The Verdict,” a docuseries that revisits the King of Pop’s 2005 trial, debuted at the top of the TV charts with 17.8 million views in its first five days. The three-part series premiered on June 3 and features interviews with key people who were
‘Love on the Spectrum’ Submits Cast Member Tyler White’s Original Song ‘Sounds Pretty Good to Me’ for Emmy Consideration (EXCLUSIVE)
There’s love in the air in the Emmy race for original song. Variety has exclusively confirmed that “Sounds Pretty Good to Me,” the original song featured in the Season 4 finale of the Netflix docuseries “Love on the Spectrum,” has been ruled eligible and is officially submitted
Vans Releases Special-Edition Knicks Slip-Ons for NBA Finals
Looks like Vans is the latest brand to jump on the Knicks bandwagon — and we’re not mad about it! The California sneaker brand swapped out their signature black-and-white checks for orange and blue in a new Knicks-themed version of their Classic Slip On shoe. The new release is
Nicholas Galitzine to Star as Male Supermodel Hoyt Richards in New Movie
Gus Van Sant is in talks to direct the feature.
‘The Wilderness’ Filmmaker Spencer King Signs with Rewind Artists (Exclusive)
He has already shot his followup movie, 'Nickels,' starring Odessa A’zion, Aaron Holliday and Rob Riggle.
Paramount CEO Ellison Tells Lesley Stahl ’60 Minutes’ Will Have Editorial Independence
Paramount CEO David Ellison recently vowed to “60 Minutes” correspondent Lesley Stahl that the newsmagazine would have “editorial independence,” according to three people familiar with the matter, the latest sign the media conglomerate is trying to tamp down tensions around the
DoorDash May Become the Entertainment Industry’s Most Reliable Late-Night Resource
As DoorDash continues to broaden its non-restaurant delivery business, the platform’s growing roster of grocery, pharmacy, and retail partners has made it an increasingly practical resource for entertainment productions — particularly during late-night shoots, screenings and
The Best Beatles Books and Merch to Gift the Beatlemaniac Dad This Father’s Day
The Beatlemaniac might be the easiest category of father to shop for. Nearly 60 years since the band’s peak, there’s no shortage of new photo books, biographies and collectible merch to celebrate the Fab Four. Plus, Paul McCartney just released a a new album, “The Boys of
‘The Last Day’ Review: Alicia Vikander Is Another Modern-Day Mrs. Dalloway in Rachel Rose’s Skilled, Subtle Mood Piece
It’s the Fourth of July in “The Last Day,” and the weather is playing ball: the kind of soft, slouchy summer heat made for a leafy garden party. But a chill runs through Rachel Rose’s elegantly restrained, internalized character study. It crisps the edges of the film’s
L.A. Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani Is Building Bridges for Brands and Fans
Shohei Ohtani has broken records in baseball with his versatility as a power hitter and as a pitcher. The Japanese superstar has helped take the Dodgers to back-to-back World Series championships since joining the Boys in Blue in 2024. Whether one follows baseball or not, the
‘Brunello: The Gracious Visionary’ Trailer: Giuseppe Tornatore’s Documentary Shows the Rise of the King of Cashmere
“Brunello: The Gracious Visionary,” a documentary on fashion mogul Brunello Cucinelli from Oscar winner Giuseppe Tornatore, has released an official trailer ahead of its U.S. release. The film, which combines interviews and archival footage with reenacted stories from
Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ Announces West End and Broadway Closing Dates
“Stranger Things: The First Shadow” will complete its run at the Phoenix Theatre in London’s West End on December 27, 2026, and at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway on January 3, 2027, the show’s producers announced on Tuesday. By the time it closes, the production will have run
Netflix’s ‘Lupin’ Part 4 Sets October Release Date (TV News Roundup)
The French Netflix series “Lupin” will return for Part 4 on Oct. 23. Omar Sy will reprise his role as the gentleman thief Assane Diop, alongside Ludivine Sagnier, Antoine Gouy, Soufiane Guerrab, Shirine Boutella, Théo Christine and Laïka Blanc-Francard. The series is produced
HBO Has a Robin Byrd Documentary Titled ‘Bang My Box’ — Watch the Trailer
Byrd's NYC public access call-in show was a platform for adult entertainers from 1977-1998.
Natalie Portman, Justine Triet and Jacques Audiard Defend Boycotted Israeli Director Nadav Lapid: ‘We are Witnessing the Proliferation of Tactics of Intimidation’
Natalie Portman, Justine Triet (“Anatomy of a Fall”), Jacques Audiard (“Emilia Pérez”), Alice Diop (“Saint Omer”), Arthur Harari (“The Unknown”) and Michel Hazanavicius (“The Artist”) are among more than 350 film industry figures who have signed an open letter condemning the
Argentina’s Sebastián De Caro Sets Spin-Off of Joe Begos’ Horror Pic ‘Jimmy and Stiggs,’ Released by Eli Roth’s The Horror Section (EXCLUSIVE)
The Argentine spin-off rights to “Jimmy and Stiggs” – the neon-drenched, practical-effects-laden alien horror film written, directed by and starring Joe Begos and released by Eli Roth’s The Horror Section, have been optioned by Sebastián De Caro, who will direct the project.
What Did This Year’s Biggest Stars Do Before the Tonys? Sip Whisky at This VIP Speakeasy
As any diehard Broadway fan knows, the most storied party of Tonys night doesn’t occur until 1 a.m at The Carlyle Hotel. But this year, the biggest stars of the night began the party early — in a tucked-away speakeasy on the second mezzanine of Radio City. Starting at 4:30 p.m.
Teyana Taylor Named Icon of the Year for the 2026 BET Awards
Golden Globe winner and Grammy nominee Teyana Taylor will be saluted as Icon of the Year at the 2026 BET Awards. Taylor will receive the special prize during the BET Awards telecast on Sunday, June 28. The show, broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, will be
LISTEN: ‘GTA 6,’ Xbox Exclusives, Paramount Revs Game Studio and More From Summer Game Fest
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Jennifer Maas reports on Summer Game Fest, the gaming industry’s annual product showcase. Xbox and Paramount made news with strategic shifts and an executive appointment. Overall, Maas observes the mood among insiders was
Anthony Guidera, ‘The Godfather Part III’ and ‘Species’ Actor, Dies at 65
Anthony Guidera, known for his work in “The Godfather Part III” and “Species,” died Saturday in a Los Angeles-area hospital. He was 65. He had suffered a cardiac arrest in May and was on life support for three weeks, his wife confirmed to TMZ. “It is with heavy hearts that we
‘The Paper’ Star Domhnall Gleeson on Becoming a Folk Hero for Journalists — and the ‘Sad Aspect to It’
“The Paper” star Domhnall Gleeson hears a lot from journalists these days — and the frequent refrain from reporters is that they appreciate being seen as their profession struggles to maintain its foothold. “It’s been a common theme that people who have seen the show and are
‘Half Man’ Star Richard Gadd Breaks Down Hospital Confrontation Scene: ‘The Anger Empties Out of the Room’
Perhaps the most emotionally and physically demanding sequence of “Half Man” — and given the high drama of the HBO limited series, that’s saying a lot — took less than a day to shoot. “We finished 15 minutes early,” series creator, director and star Richard Gadd tells Variety
‘Disclosure Day’ Review: Steven Spielberg’s Invigorating Chase Thriller Taps Into the Mania for Alien Conspiracy Theory, but It Never Becomes a Close Encounter With Wonder
Scene for scene, the movie is a vigorous and diverting ride. Yet coming after the mountains of real UAP footage we’ve seen, "Disclosure Day" never gives you the contact high of awe that "Close Encounters" did. It’s closer to "Alien Autopsy" with better lighting, or perhaps a
