Sundance Film Festival 2022: Sterling K. Brown, TikTok and ‘Cha Cha Real Smooth’
From Jan. 20-30, our film critics are scoping out the best, buzziest and most unexpected titles of the Sundance Film Festival. Read on for our third dispatch from the fest, which features a tear-jerking VR documentary, a megachurch mockumentary from Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall, a primer on TikTok and Dakota Johnson in the winning romantic dramedy “Cha Cha Real Smooth.”
From Jan. 20-30, our film critics are scoping out the best, buzziest and most unexpected titles of the Sundance Film Festival. Read on for our third dispatch from the fest, which features a tear-jerking VR documentary, a megachurch mockumentary from Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall, a primer on TikTok and Dakota Johnson in the winning romantic dramedy “Cha Cha Real Smooth.”
Cardi B awarded $1.25 million in defamation lawsuit by Atlanta jury
A federal jury in Atlanta has awarded $1.25 million to Cardi B in a defamation lawsuit against a celebrity news blogger who she says posted videos falsely stating the Grammy-winning rapper used cocaine, had contracted herpes and engaged in prostitution.
A federal jury in Atlanta has awarded $1.25 million to Cardi B in a defamation lawsuit against a celebrity news blogger who she says posted videos falsely stating the Grammy-winning rapper used cocaine, had contracted herpes and engaged in prostitution.
Dolly Parton baking collection brings southern-style desserts to the mix
Dolly Parton partnered with Duncan Hines to bring cake mixes and frostings inspired by some of her favorite family recipes to stores.
Dolly Parton partnered with Duncan Hines to bring cake mixes and frostings inspired by some of her favorite family recipes to stores.
Kathryn Kates, 'Seinfeld' and 'Orange is the New Black' actress, dead at 73
Kathryn Kates, an actress who appeared on "Seinfeld," "The Many Saints of Newark," "Orange is the New Black" and more, has died. She was 73.
Kathryn Kates, an actress who appeared on "Seinfeld," "The Many Saints of Newark," "Orange is the New Black" and more, has died. She was 73.
Super Bowl 2022 dancers criticize halftime show recruiters for alleged unpaid gigs, call for change
Despite the A-list billing, a large number of other "predominantly African American" background performers are allegedly being asked by various recruiters to "volunteer" their time in the weeks leading up to the National Football League championship.
Despite the A-list billing, a large number of other "predominantly African American" background performers are allegedly being asked by various recruiters to "volunteer" their time in the weeks leading up to the National Football League championship.
‘Charlie Brown’ voice actor from 1965 Christmas special dead at age 65
Peter Robbins, the former child actor who first put a voice to Charles Schultz’s lovable "blockhead" Charlie Brown has died at the age of 65.
Peter Robbins, the former child actor who first put a voice to Charles Schultz’s lovable "blockhead" Charlie Brown has died at the age of 65.
Peter Dinklage criticizes 'Snow White' remake's push for diversity: 'It makes no sense to me'
The 'Game of Thrones' actor worries about the movie's depiction of people with dwarfism
The 'Game of Thrones' actor worries about the movie's depiction of people with dwarfism
Slim Jxmmi attacks girlfriend in Miami, cops say
Rapper Slim Jxmmi was arrested in Miami early Tuesday after attacking the mother of his young child during an argument, police said.
Rapper Slim Jxmmi was arrested in Miami early Tuesday after attacking the mother of his young child during an argument, police said.
Elton John tests positive for COVID-19, postpones Dallas shows
Music legend Elton John was forced to cancel his two Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour shows in Dallas this week after testing positive for COVID-19.
Music legend Elton John was forced to cancel his two Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour shows in Dallas this week after testing positive for COVID-19.
Neil Young threatens to pull songs off Spotify over Joe Rogan: report
Neil Young, the legendary rocker, reportedly posted a letter to his management team that he wanted his music pulled from Spotify because it is providing a platform for popular podcast host Joe Rogan to spread COVID-19 vaccine misinformation.
Neil Young, the legendary rocker, reportedly posted a letter to his management team that he wanted his music pulled from Spotify because it is providing a platform for popular podcast host Joe Rogan to spread COVID-19 vaccine misinformation.
Michael Avenatti theft trial in Stormy Daniels case begins in Manhattan
Michael Avenatti stole nearly $300,000 in book proceeds from porn star Stormy Daniels, a prosecutor told jurors at the start of his trial.
Michael Avenatti stole nearly $300,000 in book proceeds from porn star Stormy Daniels, a prosecutor told jurors at the start of his trial.
Broadway Harry Potter actor fired
The actor playing Harry Potter has been fired from the Broadway production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" following a complaint by a co-star.
The actor playing Harry Potter has been fired from the Broadway production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" following a complaint by a co-star.
Sundance Film Festival 2022: Elizabeth Banks, John Boyega and a battle of the clones
From Jan. 20-30, our film critics are scoping out the best, buzziest and most unexpected titles of the Sundance Film Festival. Read on for our second dispatch from the fest, including our thoughts on a great John Boyega performance, a pandemic-fueled sci-fi flick, and two Karen Gillans for the price of one.
From Jan. 20-30, our film critics are scoping out the best, buzziest and most unexpected titles of the Sundance Film Festival. Read on for our second dispatch from the fest, including our thoughts on a great John Boyega performance, a pandemic-fueled sci-fi flick, and two Karen Gillans for the price of one.
Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. dies at age 26
Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor and director Regina King, has died, just days after turning 26.
Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor and director Regina King, has died, just days after turning 26.
Sundance Film Festival 2022: Princess Diana, Julianne Moore and some very big volcanoes
From Jan. 20-30, our film critics are scoping out the best, buzziest and most unexpected titles of the festival. Read on for our first dispatch on the first two days of the fest, which featured a new dramedy from writer/director Jesse Eisenberg, a stylish documentary about Princess Diana, a new take on the "one wild night" teen comedy formula and a stellar Norwegian romance.
From Jan. 20-30, our film critics are scoping out the best, buzziest and most unexpected titles of the festival. Read on for our first dispatch on the first two days of the fest, which featured a new dramedy from writer/director Jesse Eisenberg, a stylish documentary about Princess Diana, a new take on the "one wild night" teen comedy formula and a stellar Norwegian romance.
Betty White birthday video thanks fans for love, support
“I just want to thank you all for your love and support over the years. Thank you so much and stick around,” Betty White said in a video that was recorded before her passing.
“I just want to thank you all for your love and support over the years. Thank you so much and stick around,” Betty White said in a video that was recorded before her passing.
Pete Davidson and Colin Jost buy Staten Island ferry boat
"Saturday Night Live" comics Pete Davidson and Colin Jost have purchased a Staten Island Ferry boat plans to turn it into New York's hottest club.
"Saturday Night Live" comics Pete Davidson and Colin Jost have purchased a Staten Island Ferry boat plans to turn it into New York's hottest club.
Meat Loaf's father gave rock star name because he looked like 'meat'
Meatloaf inspired rock star Meat Loaf's father to give him the nickname that would go on to become his stage name, the singer explained in 2016 to FOX 5 NY morning program, 'Good Day New York."
Meatloaf inspired rock star Meat Loaf's father to give him the nickname that would go on to become his stage name, the singer explained in 2016 to FOX 5 NY morning program, 'Good Day New York."
Meat Loaf the singer was also a Hollywood actor: His most noteworthy movie roles revealed
During his decades-long career, Meat Loaf, born Marvin Lee Aday, kept close ties with his fans not just at live shows, but also through his film roles. He appeared in several iconic flicks, sometimes quietly, but always spotted by his diehard followers.
During his decades-long career, Meat Loaf, born Marvin Lee Aday, kept close ties with his fans not just at live shows, but also through his film roles. He appeared in several iconic flicks, sometimes quietly, but always spotted by his diehard followers.
‘A Christmas Story’ sequel in the works with original ‘Ralphie,’ Peter Billingsley
Legendary and Warner Bros. have closed in a deal for Peter Billingsley, the former child star from the 1983 movie.
Legendary and Warner Bros. have closed in a deal for Peter Billingsley, the former child star from the 1983 movie.



















