Category Archives: Variety
Disney Names Tony Chambers as President of Operations in Europe, Middle East and Asia
Disney’s head of theatrical distribution Tony Chambers is leaving his current role to serve as president of the Walt Disney Company in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He will replace Jan Koe...
Jan 07, 2025
Mo Amer Sets ‘El Oso Palestino’ Comedy Tour (EXCLUSIVE)
Mo Amer will set off on a new stand-up comedy tour beginning in February. Titled “Mo Amer: El Oso Palestino” - Spanish for “The Palestinian Bear” - the tour will Amer discuss &...
Jan 07, 2025
Chappell Roan to Perform at Elton John’s 33rd Annual AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Event
Chappell Roan is stepping out for a performance at the 33rd annual Elton Johns AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party, taking place on March 2 in West Hollywood, CA. The party, which draws an A-...
Jan 07, 2025
‘The Brutalist,’ ‘Conclave’ and ‘The Substance’ Lead Wins at Alliance of Women Film Journalists Awards (EXCLUSIVE)
The Alliance of Women Film Journalists has announced the awards for its 18th season, with both "The Brutalist" and "The Substance" continuing to be formidable forces this awards season. Brady Corbet's...
Jan 07, 2025
Oscars Shortlisted ‘Percebes’ Producer BAP Animation Studios Launches Production on ‘Una’ with Brazil’s Coala Filmes Co-Producing (EXCLUSIVE)
Brazilian studio Coala Films has boarded the Portuguese animated feature “Una” from Oscar-shortlisted “Percebes” producer BAP - Animation Studios. With the new backing, product...
Jan 07, 2025
Jacob Elordi in Talks to Replace Paul Mescal in Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’ (EXCLUSIVE)
The future is looking brighter again. Jacob Elordi is in early negotiations to star in Ridley Scott‘s post-apocalyptic thriller “The Dog Stars” for 20th Century, replacing Paul Mesca...
Jan 07, 2025
This ‘SNL’ x Saks Fifth Avenue Collab Features ‘Weekend Update’ Graphic Tees, Limited-Edition Le Labo Candles and Patchwork Denim
Two of New York’s biggest cultural cornerstones have joined forces to ring in the new year. “Saturday Night Live” and Saks Fifth Avenue have partnered on a limited-edition apparel co...
Jan 07, 2025
Sundance Film Festival Adds Docus From Andrew Jarecki and Bao Nguyen to Lineup
The Sundance Film Festival has added two documentaries from directors Andrew Jarecki’s and Bao Nguyen to its 2025 documentary lineup. Jarecki’s docu, titled “The Alabama Solutio...
Jan 07, 2025
Kobalt Names Rani Hancock Executive VP and Head of U.S. Creative
Kobalt's publishing division has appointed veteran A&R executive Rani Hancock to the position of executive vice president and head of U.S. creative, the company announced today. In her new role, H...
Jan 07, 2025
Entertainment Executives Want to Play Ball with Trump. The Stars Who Work for Them May Have a Different Idea
It's not unusual to see an acceptance speech at an awards show fall prey to the lure of oversharing. (“You like me, you really like me!” is the mother of all oversharing Oscar moments.) Wh...
Jan 07, 2025