The “Color Purple” supporting actress was nominated for a Tony for the role on Broadway. Still, she spent six months auditioning for the part in the movie.
Category: Actors and Actresses
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Cillian Murphy on His Oscar Nomination: ‘I’m Kind of a Little in Shock’
The “Oppenheimer” star shares what his first Oscar nomination feels like and strange awards-season experiences (like being stuck in a line with Meryl Streep).
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‘The Holdovers’ Star Dominic Sessa Debuts at Men’s Fashion Week in Paris
With his debut in “The Holdovers,” the actor, in Paris for the men’s wear shows, has caught the eye of fashion brands.
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Oscar Snubs and Surprises 2024: Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie Miss Out
It was a strong year for female directors overall, though the academy still seems to frown on younger male actors.
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Depardieu Sexual Assault Suit Dropped Over Statute of Limitations
Hélène Darras, a French actress, had accused Gérard Depardieu of groping her in 2007 on a movie set. A separate investigation of the actor is proceeding, Paris prosecutors said.
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Kristen Stewart at the Sundance Film Festival
She stars in two of the festival’s most discussed films so far: “Love Me,” opposite Steven Yeun, and “Love Lies Bleeding,” with Katy O’Brian.
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The Legal Question at the Center of the Alec Baldwin Criminal Case
The actor was told the gun he was rehearsing with on the “Rust” set, which fired and killed the cinematographer, held no live ammunition. Can he be found guilty of manslaughter?
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Pedro Pascal’s Arm Slings Are Fashionable and Functional on the Red Carpet
After a shoulder injury, the actor Pedro Pascal has been making awards-season appearances in a sling. Zegna’s artistic director explained how one strikingly minimalist version came to be.
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2024 Awards Season Fashion: All the Stars Dressed in Red
Selena Gomez, Ayo Edebiri, Barry Keoghan, Dua Lipa and Meghann Fahy are just some of the celebrities who have recently worn the color on red carpets.
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‘Oppenheimer’ Leads BAFTA Nominees
Christopher Nolan’s movie received 13 nods, and will compete for best picture against the likes of “Killers of The Flower Moon” and “Poor Things,” but not “Barbie.”
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Sophie Turner’s Custody Lawsuit Against Joe Jonas is Dismissed
The English actress sued the American musician weeks after they announced their split, saying he had prevented their two children from returning to Britain.