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Universal Pictures will now keep its movies in theaters for at least 5 weekends

LOS ANGELES — Universal Pictures will now keep its new films in theaters for at least five weekends, a reversal from the studio's previous policy of at least 17 days that was set during the pandemic.

The change takes place immediately, the studio said Thursday. That means it will apply to its newest film, the Colleen Hoover romance "Reminders...Read more

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'Yellowstone' spinoff 'Marshals' is coming back for Season 2 on CBS

FORT WORTH, Texas — Kayce Dutton will ride once more (again).

CBS announced Thursday that “Yellowstone” spinoff “Marshals” is returning for a second season. The renewal comes just after two episodes in the show’s 13-episode first season aired on the network.

Luke Grimes reprises his role as Kayce in “Marshals,” which sees the ...Read more

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The Crown star Jane Lapotaire dead at 81

The Crown's Jane Lapotaire has died at the age of 81.

The star - who played Princess Alice of Battenberg in the Netflix royal drama - passed away on March 5 and was announced on Thursday (12.03.26) by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

In a statement, it said: "We are saddened to hear of the death of RSC Honorary Associate Artist, Jane Lapotaire. ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Frozen star Josh Gad

Frozen star Josh Gad's mom dealing with 'serious medical emergency'

Josh Gad's mom is dealing with a "serious medical emergency".

The 45-year-old actor has rushed back to the US to be with Susan after abandoning his trip to Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris for a preview of the World of Frozen land.

In a Facebook post on Thursday (12.03.26), Josh - who voices Olaf the snowman in the Disney family-...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Kurt Russell starred opposite Elvis Presley in It Happened at the World's Fair.

Kurt Russell kicked Elvis Presley's shins in his first film role

Kurt Russell kicked Elvis Presley in the shins as a child in his first movie.

The actor was aged 11 when he starred opposite the late King of Rock and Roll in 1963's It Happened at the World's Fair - which sees pilot Mike Edwards (Presley) help a lost girl find her uncle at the Seattle World's Fair, where he meets cute nurse Diane Warren (Joan ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Nicole Kidman has two daughters.

Nicole Kidman and daughter act out Bridesmaids

Nicole Kidman and one of her daughters like to act out Bridesmaids together.

The 58-year-old actress said the 2011 comedy-romance film makes her and either Sunday, 17, or Faith, 15, feel happier.

Appearing on the latest episode of comedians Bowen Yang, 35, and 36-year-old Matt Rogers' Las Culturistas podcast, Kidman revealed: "We watch ...Read more

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Vans Warped Tour reveals 2026 lineup ahead of Long Beach return

ANAHEIM, Calif. — After announcing its return to Long Beach for 2026, Vans Warped Tour has now revealed the lineup for the two-day festival.

The long-running punk and alternative music festival will take place July 25-26 at the Shoreline Waterfront in Long Beach, following its return to the city in 2025 for the tour’s 30th anniversary.

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Bleachers announce tour with 5-night LA residency in September

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Bleachers, the rock band fronted by star producer Jack Antonoff, announced its 2026 tour dates on Tuesday, March 10, including a five-night residency in Los Angeles in September.

Where in Los Angeles? We can’t tell you yet because the band’s 2026 tour includes dates and cities but no venues for now. For Los Angeles, the ...Read more

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Oscars 2026: How to watch, the top nominees, red carpet and more

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The 98th annual Academy Awards are shaping up to be one to remember for fans.

The Academy Awards, aka the Oscars, honor the top films of the past year in 24 categories, offering a mix of cinematic celebration, memorable red-carpet fashion moments and major star power under one roof.

Here’s what you need to know before ...Read more

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Jack Osbourne welcomes his fifth baby girl, and names her after dad Ozzy Osbourne

Jack Osbourne on Wednesday announced the addition of another Ozzy Osbourne to the late rocker’s clan.

“Introducing Ozzy Matilda Osbourne,” the father of five wrote on social media, including a brief black-and-white video showing a stuffed bat and a decent portion of a newborn baby.

“She’s arrived and she’s perfect,” he added in ...Read more

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Coachella site will host new Head Trip EDM music festival with Calvin Harris

ANAHEIM, Calif. — EDM lovers will get a chance to keep the dance party going in the desert a few months after the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

Goldenvoice, the promoter and organizer behind Coachella and the Stagecoach country music festival, will host the Head Trip festival, a two-day, one-time EDM event featuring Calvin Harris...Read more

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Katherine Heigl defends attendance at Mar-a-Lago animal rescue event

Katherine Heigl is hitting back at criticism of her attendance at an animal rescue event held at Mar-a-Lago.

The former “Grey’s Anatomy” star and animal advocate visited President Donald Trump’s Florida estate Friday for a fundraiser benefiting the Big Dog Ranch. Heigl told fashion and celebrity blog Just Jared on Wednesday that the ...Read more

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Meghan Markle inviting fans to $2,288 'Girls' Weekend' in Australia

Meghan Markle is inviting fans to a “girls weekend like no other” in Australia next month.

The event promises “inspiring conversations” and “a little bit of magic” between April 17-19. VIP tickets cost $2,288. Early birds can score a pass for under $2,000.

Festivities include a gala dinner that includes a discussion and group photo...Read more

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Maya Rudolph to make Broadway debut in Tony-winning 'Oh, Mary!'

NEW YORK — Maya Rudolph is making her Broadway debut with a starring role in the Tony-winning comedy “Oh, Mary!” later this spring.

The six-time Emmy winner, 53, will spend eight weeks playing titular former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln at the Lyceum Theatre, from April 28 to June 20, according to Playbill and Variety.

“Ever since I ...Read more

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Lord Sear, DJ and hip-hop radio host, dies at 52

LOS ANGELES — Lord Sear, a DJ and hip-hop radio personality who toured with Eminem and worked on his Shade 45 channel, has died. He was 52.

His death was announced Wednesday on social media. No cause of death was given.

“He was more than a voice on the radio — he was a force, a friend, and family to so many of us,” read the tribute ...Read more

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Q&A: As he cared for his dying parents, Ian Tuason wrote horror film 'Undertone'

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Six years ago, when filmmaker Ian Tuason‘s parents were both diagnosed with terminal cancer, the writer-director moved back into the suburban Toronto home where he’d been raised to be their caregiver.

His mother died quickly, his father two years later. It was a time of trauma and grief but throughout it all Tuason ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Ricky Gervais and his long-time partner Jane Fallon.

Ricky Gervais' partner Jane Fallon diagnosed with breast cancer - despite having 'no symptoms'

Ricky Gervais' long-time partner Jane Fallon has early-stage breast cancer - despite having "no symptoms"

The 65-year-old author received the heartbreaking diagnosis in February following a routine mammogram before Christmas 2025.

Jane took to Instagram on Thursday (12.03.26) and penned: "So... I thought I should post something as I've had a ...Read more

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Oscars security upped amid alleged threat of Iran drone attack on California

The Oscars are beefing up security at this Sunday’s ceremony amid reports of an alleged “surprise” drone attack against California by Iran, in response to U.S. military action there.

ABC News reported on a recent FBI memo alerting local authorities of a potential “surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles” launched by “an ...Read more

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Ravinia Festival this summer: The CSO, Paul Simon and Ricky Martin in a brand new Pavilion

CHICAGO — When audiences return to the Ravinia grounds June 3 to Sept. 23, they’ll find a newly refurbished Pavilion — now rechristened the Hunter Pavilion, in honor of donors Maxine M. and Thomas B. Hunter III.

The Ravinia Festival’s wide-ranging 2026 season, announced Thursday, celebrates that face-lift. It also coincides with the ...Read more

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Column: Crying a lot at Oscar movies lately? It's not just you

CHICAGO — A couple of months ago, in a small screening room at the Music Box Theatre, the strangest thing happened: An elderly woman seated beside me grabbed my hand, then, realizing what she had done, quickly apologized, silently, mouthing in the dark: “I’m soooo sorry.” She pressed her thumbs to her eyes and wiped at her tears. I waved...Read more