Following the Oscars where he took home the Best Actor award for his role in "King Richard," Smith resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
.
The academy, who called Smith's behavior
"unacceptable," also banned him from
attending the Oscars for the next 10 years.
This action we are taking today in response
to Will Smith’s behavior is a step toward
a larger goal of protecting the safety
of our performers and guests,
and restoring trust in the Academy, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences letter to members, via NBC.
This action we are taking today in response
to Will Smith’s behavior is a step toward
a larger goal of protecting the safety
of our performers and guests,
and restoring trust in the Academy, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences letter to members, via NBC.
According to NBC, Smith will still be eligible
for nominations while being unable
to attend the academy's events.
"Emancipation" sees Smith play a runaway
slave searching for his family across Louisiana.
NBC reports that the film received a positive response following a pre-screening at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 51st Annual Legislative Conference.
NBC reports that the film received a positive response following a pre-screening at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 51st Annual Legislative Conference.
NAACP CEO Derrick Johnson posted on Twitter that the film was “a story of adversity, of resilience, of love, and of triumph.”.
NAACP CEO Derrick Johnson posted on Twitter that the film was “a story of adversity, of resilience, of love, and of triumph.”.
The movie is set to release on Apple TV+
on December 9, one week after
its big screen release
Get ready to return to Middle-earth this summer. 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy is headed back to theaters. Warner Bros. and Fathom Events are teaming up to rerelease the Oscar-winning fantasy blockbusters. The versions screened will be Peter Jackson's extended editions, as well as the versions that the filmmaker remastered in 2020 for a 4K Ultra HD rerelease. This is the first time the remastered films will be in theaters.
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Emma Stone is shutting down the notion she was pissed off at Jimmy Kimmel when he cracked a joke about her movie, "Poor Things," while hosting the Oscars this.. TMZ.com
Another ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ , Movie Is in the Works.
Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant are
set to reprise their roles in the fourth installment of the franchise, CNN reports. .
Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant are
set to reprise their roles in the fourth installment of the franchise, CNN reports. .
It is titled, 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.'.
Emma Thompson, who plays Dr. Rawlings
in 'Bridget Jones's Baby,' will also return.
Newcomers include Chiwetel Ejiofor
and Leo Woodall. .
Newcomers include Chiwetel Ejiofor
and Leo Woodall. .
In 2002, Zellweger was nominated for an
Oscar for her work in the first movie of
the franchise, 'Bridget Jones's Diary.'.
In 2002, Zellweger was nominated for an
Oscar for her work in the first movie of
the franchise, 'Bridget Jones's Diary.'.
'Mad About the Boy' takes place
14 years later in the story.
Michael Morris is set to direct.
Helen Fielding, the author of the books
upon which the movies are based,
will be an executive producer.
'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy' will debut
worldwide and on Peacock on Feb. 14, 2025
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Robert Downey Jr. could make a return to the MCU as 'Iron Man!' Even though he recently won his first Oscar for 'Oppenheimer,' he's not looking to run from his Marvel past. In an interview with Esquire, the actor says he'd "happily" return as Tony Stark / Iron Man.
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Coachella weekend one was filled with surprise guests but one of the most talked about may have been Will Smith! The rapper-actor surprised the crowd during J Balvin's Coachella set to perform his hit song "Men in Black," from his 1997 box office blockbuster film of the same name which starred Smith and Tommy Lee Jones as investigators in a secret organization who monitor and police extraterrestrials.
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2024 , Oscars Winners.
2024 , Oscars Winners.
'Oppenheimer' stole the show
at the 96th Academy Awards. , Here are some of the big winners of the night:.
Best Picture, 'Oppenheimer'.
Best Director, Christopher Nolan, 'Oppenheimer'.
Best Actor in a Leading Role, Cillian Murphy, 'Oppenheimer'.
Best Actor in a Leading Role, Cillian Murphy, 'Oppenheimer'.
Best Actress in a Leading Role, Emma Stone, 'Poor Things'.
Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Robert Downey Jr., 'Oppenheimer'.
Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Robert Downey Jr., 'Oppenheimer'.
Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, 'The Holdovers'.
Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, 'The Holdovers'.
Best Original Screenplay, 'Anatomy of a Fall'.
Best Original Screenplay, 'Anatomy of a Fall'.
Best Cinematography , 'Oppenheimer,' Hoyte van Hoytema.
Best Original Score, 'Oppenheimer,' Ludwig Göransson.
Best Original Score, 'Oppenheimer,' Ludwig Göransson.
Best Original Song, "What Was I Made For?" from 'Barbie,'
by Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell.
Best Documentary Feature Film, '20 Days in Mariupol'.
Best International Feature Film, 'The Zone of Interest'
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In a rather predictable 96th edition of the Oscars, 'Oppenheimer' won Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and four other awards. Here's the lowdown of the evening (scroll down for the five viral moments of the night and our full liveblog of the whole red carpet and ceremony).
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This year's Academy Awards also honors Latinos who are breaking boundaries, like Colman Domingo, who's up for Best Actor for his lead role as a civil rights activist in the biopic 'Rustin,' earning him the title of the first-ever Afro Latino and gay Latino to be nominated in the category. The Hollywood Reporter looks back at Domingo's career presented by Equis.
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'Law & Order: Organized Crime' is coming back! But it's moving from NBC to Peacock. Sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that Peacock is putting the finishing touches on a deal that would see the series starring Christopher Meloni move from NBC to the streaming service for a fifth season consisting of 10 episodes. Reps for Peacock, NBC, producers Universal Television and executive producer Dick Wolf declined to comment as a deal has yet to officially close.
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Sabrina Impacciatore of 'The White Lotus' and Domhnall Gleeson from 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' have been cast in the new take on the beloved NBC Steve Carell-led comedy 'The Office.'
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Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
The grants will bring solar energy
to over 900,000 households in both
low- and middle-income communities. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
NBC reports that solar power has gained
traction as a clean energy source that could
help reduce U.S. reliance on fossil fuels.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
49 of the new grants will be awarded at
the state level, six more will serve Native American
tribes and another five are multi-state awards.
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
Officials say that the latest environmental
announcements are part of an effort to energize
young voters ahead of his upcoming reelection campaign.
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda.
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Olympic Break-Dancing , Is Making Its First Appearance , at the Paris Games.
NBC reports that break-dancing will
make its debut as an official Olympic
sport at the upcoming Paris Games.
Also known as breaking, the sport
features headspins, windmills, various
"freeze" moves and will be set to music.
According to the Paris Olympics, the sport is , "characterized by acrobatic movements, stylized
footwork and the key role played by the DJ and
the MC (master of ceremonies) during battles.".
The sport first made an appearance
at the 2018 Youth Olympics
in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
According to NBC Olympics, the event
garnered over one million viewers,
a much wider audience than many other sports.
According to NBC Olympics, the event
garnered over one million viewers,
a much wider audience than many other sports.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort
by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
to draw in younger viewers and athletes. .
NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort
by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
to draw in younger viewers and athletes. .
The Paris Olympics breaking competition
will be split into two events on August 9
and 10 at La Concorde Urban Park.
According to the Paris Olympics, the event
will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles.".
According to the Paris Olympics, the event
will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles."
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Carl Erskine, , 1950s Dodgers Pitcher, , Dead at 97.
NBC reports that the baseball legend
died at Community Hospital Anderson in Indiana.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
The right-handed pitcher had a career record of 122-78 with 981 strikeouts and an ERA of 4.00.
Erskine's best season came in 1953
when he led the National League
with a record of 20-6.
In 1954, Erskine had another
All-Star season, winning 18 games.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
For millions of fans, he was
a baseball hero. For his family
and thousands of Special Olympians,
Carl was someone who always
believed everything was possible. , Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC.
His legacy is one
of deep compassion
and encouragement
of the human spirit, Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC
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