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Hollywood heavyweights, including Jane Fonda and Joaquin Phoenix, are protesting Paramount Skydance's proposed $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Over 1,000 signatories fear the mega-merger will reduce competition, leading to fewer creator opportunities, job losses, and less choice for audiences. They argue this consolidation further strains an already struggling industry.

Over 1,000 Hollywood actors, writers, and directors have signed an open letter opposing Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. They warn the merger would reduce competition, eliminate jobs, and shrink creative opportunities, urging regulators to block the deal.

Streaming portal has ordered two seasons of an animated comedy from actor Ramy Youssef, source has learned exclusively.

Jesse Armstrong, creator of Succession, has a new film. It is titled Mountainhead. The film streams on Max. It features Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, and others. They play billionaires and a millionaire. The group retreats to a mountain lodge. The world outside faces chaos. The film explores themes of power and morality. Read below to know more!

A-list Hollywood celebrities including Cate Blanchett, Joaquin Phoenix, Ramy Youssef and Andrew Garfield penned a letter to US President Joe Biden on Friday, urging him to call for a ceasefire in Israel's war with Hamas. "We urge your administration, and all world leaders, to honor all of the lives in the Holy Land and call for and facilitate a ceasefire without delay -- an end to the bombing of Gaza, and the safe release of hostages," said the letter, released by artists4ceasefire.org.

Selena Gomez celebrates Taylor Swift's birthday with an Instagram tribute, sharing a mirror selfie from a recent outing to Ramy Youssef's comedy show in Brooklyn. The picture captures their close bond as Swift tenderly kisses Gomez's head. They were joined by Zoe Kravitz, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Cara Delevingne, as indicated by their coordinated fashion choices. Meanwhile, Swift gifts her fans the digital release of her Eras Tour film on her special day. Additionally, Swift's fans were rallied by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Pennsylvania to support animal shelters in honor of her birthday.

Golden Globe nominated actor Christopher Abbott has joined the ensemble cast of Searchlight and Film4's 'Poor Things'- the Yorgos Lanthimos adaptation of the Alasdair Gray novel.

Supermodel Bella Hadid has come on board as a recurring guest star on streaming platform Hulu's popular show "Ramy"

Supermodel Bella Hadid will soon showcase her acting chops. The 25-year-old model is all set to make her acting debut with Hulu's Emmy-nominated comedy 'Ramy'.

Allyce Ozarski, an acclaimed producer known for her work on I Love That for You, SMILF, and upcoming series featuring Will Ferrell and Vince Gilligan, has passed away at 41 from triple negative metastatic breast cancer. She received an Emmy nomination in 2018 for Hulu's I Love You, America.

American actor and stand-up comedian Jerrod Carmichael has joined the cast of ace film director-producer Yorgos Lanthimos' upcoming adaptation of 'Poor Things', starring Oscar winner Emma Stone in the lead.

In other news, Taylor Swift marked her 34th birthday with a star-studded celebration among friends in New York City. The pop icon shared glimpses of the festivities on Instagram the next day, featuring notable personalities such as Gigi Hadid, Blake Lively, Jack Antonoff, Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams, Este Haim, Alana Haim, Zoe Kravitz, and Antoni Porowski. Swift's longtime friend Abigail Anderson was also in attendance, and the singer posted photos capturing the joyous moments from the event

'Succession' fame Jesse Armstrong's next project is titled 'Mountainhead'.

Saturday Night Live's New York City mayoral debate sketch featured Miles Teller as Andrew Cuomo, Ramy Youssef as Zohran Mamdani, and Kenan Thompson as Errol Louis. The chaotic debate took a turn with a surprise cameo from James Austin Johnson's Donald Trump, who declared himself the true star and potential next mayor.

Over 50 US celebrities, including Joaquin Phoenix, Cate Blanchett, and Dua Lipa, have written an open letter to President Joe Biden, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and Israel. The letter, distributed by Artists 4 Ceasefire, emphasizes the devastating impact of ongoing Israeli air strikes and blockades on the population of Gaza. It highlights the urgent need for food, water, electricity, medicine, and safe access to hospitals for the residents of Gaza. The signatories also include Rooney Mara, Rosario Dawson, Ryan Coogler, and Sandra Oh, among others.

Celebrities at the Academy Awards showed solidarity with Palestine, calling for a ceasefire. Pro-Palestinian demonstrators protested Israel's actions. The conflict between Hamas and Israel resulted in casualties and hostages, with deaths reported during Israel's offensive.

Stars at Oscars 2024, including Billie Eilish, Finneas, Ramy Youssef, and Mark Ruffalo, supported the 'Artists4Ceasefire' movement, advocating a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Ruffalo also penned a note advocating women's reproductive rights and the power of voting to protect women and all life.

Streaming TV emerged as a main source of entertainment in 2020 as movie theatres closed amid the COVID-19 pandemic and people spent more time at home.

Protests over Israel's war in Gaza disrupted traffic at the Academy Awards. Demonstrations were held near the Oscars with attendees like Billie Eilish and Finneas wearing pins for Gaza. The Oscars, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, featured the movies Oppenheimer and Barbie. The war in Ukraine and Hollywood's strike were also discussed.

The 78th Golden Globe Awards is on in full swing with Tina Fey co-hosting from the Rainbow Room in New York City, and Amy Poehler co-hosting from The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.

The much-anticipated nominations for the 2025 Golden Globes are finally out. The nominations were announced on Monday (December 8) morning at a press conference held at the Beverly Hilton. Payal Kapadia made history with a nomination for Best Director for her film 'All We Imagine as Light'. The widely praised movie also earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture in a Non-English Language.

Ramy Youssef, as Queens assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, delivered the sharpest line of the night: “I’m ready to spend the next hour hearing my opponents pronounce my name in ways you couldn’t imagine.” Shane Gillis channeled Curtis Sliwa’s streetwise bravado, and just when the fake debate was starting to sound real, James Austin Johnson’s Donald Trump crashed the stage.

On a night overshadowed by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey, British royals drama ‘The Crown’ struck gold at the Critics Choice Awards, winning all top honours in the television categories.

The 96th Oscars ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Mahershala Ali, Emily Blunt, Cynthia Erivo, Ryan Gosling, Bad Bunny, Nicolas Cage, Jennifer Lawrence, Jamie Lee Curtis, Matthew McConaughey, Regina King, Lily Gladstone, and Robert Downey Jr.

Courtroom drama 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' and jazz period film 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' were the big winners at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards, one of the last major ceremonies before the Oscars.

Eagerly anticipated 76th Annual Primetime Emmy nominations revealed July 19. Hosted by Tony Hale and Sheryl Lee Ralph, the ceremony airs live September 15 on ABC from Peacock Theater, Los Angeles. Following the 75th edition in January, delayed from its original 2023 date due to strikes, the first delay since 2001. 'Succession' and 'The Bear' each won six awards.

Miles Teller’s decade-long love story with Keleigh Sperry is Hollywood’s quiet exception, a real partnership that’s lasted through fame, flops, and billion-dollar success. From their first meeting at a Black Keys afterparty to life spent cooking and gardening together, she’s been his steady anchor. But who exactly is Keleigh Sperry? Find out everything about her here.

The Critics Choice Association announced nominees for the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, with 'Shogun' receiving a leading six nominations, including Best Drama Series and acting nods for its cast. 'Abbott Elementary,' 'Disclaimer,' 'Hacks,' 'The Diplomat,' 'The Penguin,' and 'What We Do in the Shadows' each garnered four nominations.

Hollywood’s elite gathered at the Beverly Hilton for the 82nd Golden Globes, with 'Emilia Perez' leading with 10 nominations. Other notable nominees include 'Wicked', 'The Brutalist', and 'Conclave'. The event showcased strong contenders across drama, musical/comedy, and television categories, signaling potential Oscar favorites.