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In Pictures: Tess Daly and Vernon Kay through the years
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‘Mortal Kombat II’ Streaming: When Movie Should Arrive On Digital And HBO Max
BusinessHollywood & Entertainment‘Mortal Kombat II’ Streaming: When Movie Should Arrive On Digital And HBO MaxByTim Lammers,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment.Follow AuthorMay 08, 2026, 05:15pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary"Mortal Kombat II," the highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 adaptation, has pr...
No Doubt’s Tony Kanal on Las Vegas Sphere Residency, Why They Haven’t Toured in Years and Whether New Music Is in the Works
It was mere hours before No Doubt kicked off their residency at Las Vegas’ Sphere when the emotional weight of the moment struck bassist Tony Kanal. “I had a good cry at soundcheck,” he tells Variety of their Wednesday night performance, the first of 18 shows at the state-of-the-art venue through the end of May. […]
Opposition Mounts to Paramount-WBD Merger. Will It Make a Difference?
There’s a lot of sound and fury against David Ellison’s pending $111 billion megamerger with Warner Bros. Discovery. But what changes to the current terms of the pact will it signify — if any? Mark Ruffalo claimed in a New York Times op-ed this week Hollywood stars are afraid of signing a letter against the […]
Shawn Levy to Direct Original Sci-Fi Drama ‘Somewhere Out There’ for Netflix
Shawn Levy is set to direct an original sci-fi “Somewhere Out There” for Netflix. The streamer picked up the spec script written by Max Taxe in a bidding war. Levy will also produce the film under his 21 Laps banner along with the company’s Dan Levine. The story falls in the emotional vein of “Arrival” […]
Cannes: Renée Zellweger, Sissy Spacek and Mia Threapleton to Star in ‘A Woman in the Sun’
Oscar winners Renée Zellweger and Sissy Spacek will star with rising talent Mia Threapleton in “A Woman in the Sun.” Black Bear and Artist Equity have partnered with Zellweger’s Big Picture Co. on the drama, which marks the directorial debut of “Nyad” writer Julia Cox. Black Bear will introduce the project to international buyers at […]
Prince of Wales celebrates David Attenborough’s ‘profound’ influence
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Music Industry Moves: Angine de Poitrine Signs With Third Side Music Publishing; the War and Treaty Pact With Atlantic Outpost
The fast-rising bonkers Montreal rock duo Angine de Poitrine, whose popularity soared after a live KEXP session, have inked an exclusive publishing deal with independent music publisher Third Side Music, which will represent their catalog worldwide, working closely with the band and their management, Spectacles Bonzaï. The duo — brothers Khn de Poitrine and Klek de […]
Jake Paul sets out return to boxing after suffering hammering defeat against Anthony Joshua
Jake Paul is setting his sights on a cruiserweight boxing comeback before 2026 concludes, according to his business partner at Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).The 29-year-old American, who rose to fame as an internet personality, has been sidelined since suffering a sixth-round knockout defeat to Anthony Joshua last December.That loss to the British heavyweight left Paul with a broken jaw, requiring surgery to insert two titanium plates and remove several teeth.It marked only the second defeat of...
Prince William's emotional tribute to Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday
The Prince of Wales has led tributes to the beloved environmentalist Sir David Attenborough on his centenary, saying he "transformed the way we see the only home that we have"
Shaquille O'Neal on Partnership with Authentic Brands
NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal & Authentic Brands CEO Jamie Salter discuss the launch of 'Dunkman,' a new dunk league aiming to compete with the NBA dunk contest. They talk with Romaine Bostick at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, California. (Source: Bloomberg)
David Attenborough hailed as ‘remarkable man’ at Royal Albert Hall celebration
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Ramy Youssef on Making Fox News Melt Down After He Taught Elmo Some Arabic Words on ‘Sesame Street’: ‘You Feel This Ramp-Up of Islamophobia’
Fox News, the next time you want to criticize Ramy Youssef, how about actually giving the comedian a call? “I’ve been on the network a few times without my consent,” he tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast. “I’d love to be asked for comment, because I would! Any of the ways they’ve covered me, they never […]
'I met my 26-year older husband on Facebook - he's older than my parents but he's not a sugar daddy'
Miranda Bair and Bryan Bair met on Facebook and tied the knot just six months later in front of 220 guests - but Miranda had no idea her husband-to-be was 26 years her senior when they first met
King Charles sends Attenborough a birthday message with help from 'friends'
In a video message from Buckingham Palace, wildlife helps the King deliver a birthday card for Sir David Attenborough.
King Charles features in surprise birthday tribute to David Attenborough
Whimsical film shows relay of animals carrying centennial card from Balmoral Castle to naturalist in LondonKing Charles has featured in a surprise birthday tribute to David Attenborough, with a cast of wild animals helping to relay his handwritten congratulatory centenary card.The whimsical film, A Very Special Delivery, begins with the king writing his tribute in the library of Balmoral Castle. Charles, wearing an animal-themed tie featuring elephants, reflects on more than 60 years of friendsh...
AfroAnimation Summit Co-Founder Keith White On Validating Creators Of Color, Loopi, And AI In Animation
Keith White talks meeting the moment with creators of color, finding a middle ground with AI, and Loopi, his new tech venture for quality short form content.
As Networks and Streamers Head to the Upfronts, They Have Plenty to Tout — And Just As Many Needs
The networks may now take a backseat to larger conglomerate sales at the upfronts, but what they’re showing between ads — the actual programs — still matters. Of course, these days that mostly means live sports. Entertainment fare is facing reduced shelf space in primetime, and even the streamers are placing more of their attention […]
Owen Hunt Has Left ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ — Here Are 7 of His Worst Moments
After 18 seasons, Dr. Owen Hunt is finally leaving Grey Sloan Memorial, and honestly, the hospital will probably be fine. Kevin McKidd, who joined “Grey’s Anatomy” in Season 5 in 2008, departed the ABC medical drama alongside Kim Raver in the Season 22 finale, which aired on May 7. Over his run, McKidd directed 49 […]
Book excerpt: "Torched" by Jonathan Vigliotti
In his new book, the CBS News correspondent writes of the warning posed by the inadequate response to last year's catastrophic wildfires that destroyed thousands of homes and businesses in Southern California – as well as to the daunting task of rebuilding.