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Contributor: Hollywood will stop fueling racism when audiences demand better

Sue Obeidi and Jose Antonio Vargas — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:01:00 GMT

Two new films, 'Citizen Vigilante' and 'Run, Fight, Hide: Infidels,' use streaming platforms and social media to cash in on xenophobia.

Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer really have become each other's ride or die

Emily Zemler — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actors joined forces in Prime Video's new action-comedy series, where they play best friends on the run, developing a real-life friendship in the process.

Netflix is the king of streaming. So why is its stock down this year?

Wendy Lee — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Some investors are concerned about Netflix's future growth, causing the company's stock price to tumble 21% year to date.

Will Ferrell's 'The Hawk' tees up silly sophomoric jokes, but that's why we're here

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:01:00 GMT

Ferrell stars alongside Fortune Feimster and Molly Shannon as washed up golfer Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins, who is trying to get back on the PGA tour and reconnect with his son.

'You're scaring my people.' Shia LaBeouf's alleged stalker arrested after posting viral video

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:54:40 GMT

Hours after posting a video of Shia LaBeouf telling her 'you're scaring my people,' a woman who runs an Instagram account with more than 5,000 posts about the actor was arrested.

Paramount prevails in bid for new judge in federal antitrust case

Meg James — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:45:53 GMT

Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín will now oversee the high-profile antitrust case challenging Paramount's proposed takeover of Warner Bros.

'Batman 2' is delayed again. Here's everything we know so far about Matt Reeves' sequel

Tracy Brown — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:43:51 GMT

Warner Bros. has pushed back the release of 'The Batman Part II' once again. Here is everything to know about Matt Reeves' sequel to his 2022 reboot.

Paramount shareholder lawsuit accuses Ellisons of corruption

Meg James — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:28:24 GMT

The Delaware suit alleges Paramount won the bidding war for Warner Bros. by assuring President Trump there would be sweeping changes at CNN.

FCC will vote on lifting TV station ownership cap next month

Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:08:32 GMT

The agency's chairman Brendan Carr said the commision will consider TV station mergers that exceed the current ownership limits on a "case by case" basis.

Fabrizio Guido talks 'Running Point,' the new wave of Latino Hollywood and stand-up comedy

Carlos De Loera — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:21:18 GMT

In this week's episode of "The De Los Podcast," actor and comedian Fabrizio Guido discusses his character Jackie Moreno from Netflix's "Running Point," sings the praises of the rising young Latino talents in Hollywood and walks through his rise as a stand-up comic.

Olivia Dean sings for lovers, fighters and immigrant families at Crypto.com Arena

August Brown — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:42:30 GMT

At Crypto.com Arena, the Grammy-winning Dean's songs of devotion were hard-won.

The week's bestselling books, July 19

The California Independent Booksellers Alliance — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:01:32 GMT

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, July 19, 2026, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

Prior to his death, 'Jurassic Park' star Sam Neill revealed how he wanted to be remembered

Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:16:21 GMT

"Jurassic Park" actor Sam Neill expressed a simple wish for his legacy nearly a year before he died at age 78. He wanted to be remembered for his kindness.

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is a mighty Trojan horse of his thematic obsessions

Amy Nicholson — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:19 GMT

Generously sized and steered toward realism, the director's take on Odysseus is epically satisfying, even if it skimps on the character's ego and lust.

Vija Celmins, Denis Villeneuve to be honored at LACMA's 2026 Art + Film Gala

Jessica Gelt — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Artist Vija Celmins and filmmaker Denis Villeneuve will be honored at LACMA's 15th annual Art + Film Gala co-hosted by Eva Chow and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Enough about her legacy. At 100, Betye Saar just wants to keep making art in L.A.

Tara Anne Dalbow — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

As Betye Saar turns 100, she's more interested in creating new work than reflecting on her legacy as one of America's most groundbreaking artists.

Millions of dollars were wagered on 'Love Island.' Why Kalshi wants more trades in reality TV

Cerys Davies — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Love Island' marked Kalshi's largest TV market to date, with over $77 million in trading. With more success in its culture markets, the overall percentage of female traders on the prediction market platform has doubled in the last year.

'Mexodus,' a live-looping, hip-hop history lesson, reenergizes the American musical

Charles McNulty — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson bring their award-winning musical 'Mexodus,' a live-looping, hip-hop musical about a fugitive slave who finds freedom south of the border, to Pasadena Playhouse.

In 'Ride or Die' and 'Lucky,' women are on the run but also in on the action

Robert Lloyd — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer star in a rollicking action comedy series on Prime Video, while Anya Taylor-Joy stars in an adaptation on Apple TV that leans into violence.

Inside the states' case to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger: 'Each side is taking risks'

Meg James — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Winning a restraining order will be a crucial test for California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta and his group. Some observers see the states' efforts as an uphill climb because the U.S. Justice Department last month approved the merger.

The 15 best international series to stream right now

Mary McNamara — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For six weeks, soccer made the U.S. the center of worldwide celebration. Keep the post-World Cup blues at bay by watching these 15 international series.

'Hail Satan? Not me.' Charley Crockett fires satanic duo Twin Temple, so Jack White hires them

Emily St. Martin — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:14:03 GMT

Jack White invited Twin Temple to open his Hollywood Palladium show after Charley Crockett dropped the satanic doo-wop duo over their 'unholy' imagery.

Scott Bryce, actor known for 'As the World Turns,' dies at 68

Tracy Brown — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:12:51 GMT

Actor Scott Bryce, known as the original Craig Montgomery on soap opera 'As the World Turns,' has died. He was 68.

WGA sues Paramount, claiming Warner Bros. acquisition would take away jobs

Wendy Lee, Meg James — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:53:48 GMT

The Writers Guild of America sued Paramount on Tuesday, alleging its planned acquisition of Warner Bros. violates federal antitrust law. The lawsuit comes a day after California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta and 11 other state attorneys general sued Paramount.

'The Ring' star Daveigh Chase, who died at 35 while homeless, leaves behind six-figure estate

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:43:04 GMT

Daveigh Chase, known for her work on 'The Ring' and 'Lilo & Stitch,' has an estate worth nearly half a million dollars. She died in June after years of battling drug addiction and homelessness.

Jennifer Finch of L7 diagnosed with brain cancer, will miss band's farewell tour

August Brown — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:34:58 GMT

"Following multiple surgeries and serious complications," L7 said, "Jennifer now requires extensive medical care, rehabilitation and professional in-home support."

Finn Wolfhard is taking 'control of the narrative'

Eloise Rollins-Fife — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:25:01 GMT

Fresh off 'Stranger Things' and a whirlwind of films, tours and music videos, Finn Wolfhard is doubling down on guitar-driven solo work with new album 'Fire From the Hip.'

A 'next generation studio' for YouTube creators

Wendy Lee — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Content Partners, an L.A.-based firm that owns the rights to movies and TV shows, and enterepreneur Ed Simpson are launching a new company called Wonderloom Media that will acquire YouTube creator-led businesses.

Commentary: Tim Heidecker isn't worried about Alex Jones exploding, metaphorically speaking

Robert Lloyd — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The actor and comedian spoke about his collaboration with the Onion, in which he parodies the far-right host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones in service of Sandy Hook families.

The battle over Frida Kahlo: Activists sue to keep her art from leaving Mexico

Patrick J. McDonnell, Cecilia Sánchez Vidal — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Many Mexicans worry that an exhibit showcasing paintings by Frida Kahlo and other artists will leave Mexico and never return.

Why this deceptive beach read is poised to become a cult favorite

Mark Athitakis — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Cali Adeline's debut novel 'People Watching in the Desert' uses the tropes of a breezy summer getaway to explore the thorny, Didion-esque ethics of the stories we tell about others.

The deeply weird, very L.A. survival story of star-studded Dan Tana's

Maddie Connors — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

"A good bar has ghosts." Inside the pages of 'Everybody Came to Tana's,' a new posthumous memoir by Dan Tana detailing the secret mafia deals, rock star patrons and enduring appeal of one of L.A.'s classic restaurants.

Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky split after 18 years of marriage

Emily St. Martin — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:36:20 GMT

Comedy power couple Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky are calling it quits after 18 years of marriage but plan to keep co-hosting their hit podcast.

Theo Burrell, star of 'Antiques Roadshow' and a cancer research advocate, dies at 39

Emily St. Martin — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:27:05 GMT

'Antiques Roadshow' expert Theo Burrell has died at 39, four years after being diagnosed with an incurable, aggressive Grade 4 brain tumor.

Nathy Peluso's 'Salsa Spectacular' arrives July 15 at the Hollywood Bowl

Carlos De Loera — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:55:47 GMT

Argentine singer Nathy Peluso spoke with De Los about her long-running love affair with the salsa genre, ahead of her upcoming "Salsa Spectacular" performance at the Hollywood Bowl.

Sam Neill's legacy in 7 movies, from Australian thrillers to 'Jurassic Park'

Greg Braxton, Joshua Rothkopf, Glenn Whipp — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:40:12 GMT

A crisp, charming presence opposite volcanic stars like Nicole Kidman, Isabelle Adjani and Holly Hunter, Neill made a career out of letting others shine.

Josh Grisetti, Broadway actor also known for 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,' dies at 44

Alexandra Del Rosario — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:11:12 GMT

Josh Grisetti, the Broadway actor who charmed audiences with roles in "Something Rotten" and TV's "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," died by suicide. He was 44.

Inside 'Barrio Triste,' the gritty debut film by Bad Bunny collaborator Stillz

Carlos Aguilar — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:19:39 GMT

Colombian American director Stillz spoke to The Times about shooting his first movie, 'Barrio Triste.' Out July 10, the fantasy crime drama was executive produced by Harmony Korine.

Jay-Z brings out Rihanna and Beyoncé after delayed start at Yankee Stadium

Mikael Wood — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:58:06 GMT

The veteran rapper's show in New York reportedly began after midnight and ended around 3 a.m.

States sue to block Paramount's $111-billion Warner Bros. takeover

Meg James — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:55:02 GMT

California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta and 11 other state attorneys general expressed concern that the industry-reshaping deal could spell doom for movie theaters.

Racial and class diversity in TV and films can help children challenge biases, study finds

Whitney Friedlander — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A study looking at children's programming found that exposure to racial and class diversity onscreen can help combat biases among white children.

With AI character Tilly Norwood set for feature-film debut, Hollywood debates what it means to be an actor

Josh Rottenberg — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

As AI-generated characters proliferate, Hollywood is confronting questions about authorship, artistry and whether a program can truly be an actor.

As L.A. River morphs into impromptu stage for nature-loving musicians, gentrification fears remain

Jireh Deng — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Yo-Yo Ma recently performed an intimate show on the L.A. River, highlighting a growing movement of musicians seeking to spotlight the beauty of the complex waterway.

Jessica Knoll's new sexy thriller proves why she is the queen of dark beach reads

Whitney Friedlander — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The bestselling author opens up about her fourth novel, writing good sex and probing class divides in her work.

The comic book store will never be the same: How the latest 'Big Bang' spinoff was born

Jim Halterman — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe' is a wildly different series from 'The Big Bang Theory' and its prequels, elevating Kevin Sussman, Brian Posehn, Lauren Lapkus and John Ross Bowie to leads.

Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' actor, dies at 78

Brittany Levine Beckman — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:53:08 GMT

Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor known for his roles in 'Jurassic Park,' 'The Piano' and 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople' has died. He was 78.

State lawmakers cry foul over new cap placed on film tax credits

Samantha Masunaga, Stacy Perman — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 01:10:56 GMT

More than three dozen state legislators have sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom and state government leaders warning of a threat to the film and TV tax credit program.

Academy Award-winning special effects pioneer Don Iwerks dies at 96

Corinne Purtill — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:23:17 GMT

The Academy Award-winner created special effects used in Disney films and attractions around the world.

'Moana' loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening

Samantha Masunaga — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:54:22 GMT

Disney's live-action remake of 'Moana' came in first at the box office this weekend, but underperformed expectations.

Wes Anderson's needle-drop genius gets its due at his Hollywood Bowl tribute

August Brown — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:18:57 GMT

Anderson's score work is planned to exacting detail. But this three-night stand with Bill Murray, Beck, Jackson Browne and more was played in the spirit of the way fans revisit his beloved films.

Emily Ratajkowski's viral essay on sex life as a single mom scores her a seven-figure book deal

Emily St. Martin — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:15:00 GMT

Emily Ratajkowski's viral essay detailing her sex life as a single mom has landed a seven-figure book deal after a 12-way bidding war.

'Foreign Tongues' is the funniest Rolling Stones album in decades

Mikael Wood — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:04:03 GMT

On their 25th studio album, the veteran rockers appear to be having a gas-gas-gas.

Huey Lewis details how he 'can't enjoy music' anymore because he is 'basically deaf'

Tracy Brown — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:16:23 GMT

Huey Lewis discussed how his hearing loss has afffected his relationship to music. 'Music is not part of my life anymore,' he said on a podcast.

Dan Finnerty profaned Bonnie Tyler's hit in 'Old School.' He regrets the f-bombs at her shows

August Brown — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:55:16 GMT

In "Old School," Finnerty's Dan Band tried to "bump this up one notch when they've already nailed it."

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Deidre Hall

Lisa Boone — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Spending time on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica and enjoying Pilates, exploring art and grabbing a bite to eat at a favorite restaurant.

Home is where the hell is, with slick but diminishing returns, in 'Evil Dead Burn'

Joshua Rothkopf — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A series that's been extended long past Sam Raimi's original sense of humor, the thrills now come from gore that pushes the boundaries of an R rating.

Disney Channel maximalism to pop-star glam: What fans wore to Hilary Duff's L.A. show

Kailyn Brown — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fans came decked out in platform sandals, baby tees, butterfly clips and other Y2K fashion at the Lucky Me tour stop at Kia Forum.

Every Rolling Stones album ranked, from worst to best

Marc Ballon — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In 1975, 31-year-old Mick Jagger told People magazine that "I'd rather be dead than sing 'Satisfaction' at 45."

For the voice actors behind Rogue and Wolverine, 'X-Men '97' made them feel whole again

Carlos Aguilar — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The original 'X-Men' animated series was a life-changing experience for Lenore Zann and Cal Dodd, so they were happy to return for 'X-Men '97,' which began Season 2 earlier this month.

'Real Housewives of Orange County's' Jennifer Pedranti says son was involved in starting brush fire

Emily St. Martin — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:51:59 GMT

"Real Housewives of Orange County" star Jennifer Pedranti confirmed her son was involved in starting a seven-acre brush fire in Ladera Ranch. Fire officials said the incident was under investigation.

'Children of Blood and Bone' author won't see film after feud with star Amandla Stenberg

Emily St. Martin — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:28:41 GMT

'Children of Blood and Bone' author Tomi Adeyemi says she blocked star Amandla Stenberg and has no plans to watch the upcoming film adaptation of her bestselling fantasy novel.

The world is on fire. Aida Rodriguez still wants you to laugh.

Andrea Flores — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 22:57:33 GMT

On July 17, Rodriguez will host "The Remix," her homegrown stand-up comedy show, at the Ford, alongside Frankie Quiñones. The event will feature a celebrity mic with guests Justina Machado, Ana Ortiz, Judy Reyes, Marlyn Ortiz, Sarah Jones and Macy Gray.

Luke Wilson is a new dad, reportedly welcomes first baby with Kendall Yates

Tracy Brown — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 19:47:01 GMT

Luke Wilson has reportedly welcomed his first child with girlfriend Kendall Yates. The couple were spotted with their new baby at a press reception.

The titanically misguided live-action remake of 'Moana' is missing the heart in its ocean

Amy Nicholson — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 18:30:29 GMT

Never enchanting or magical, this wan redo from 'Hamilton' director Thomas Kail of the beloved 2016 Disney animated movie is totally lost at sea.

'Little House on the Prairie' stays true to the spirit of the novel, if less so its letter

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 18:14:34 GMT

This series adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder's autobiographical novel departs from the text, expanding events and characters, and adds sentimental dialogue and some romance.

'Total Eclipse of the Heart' and four other essential Bonnie Tyler songs

Mikael Wood — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 17:50:39 GMT

The raspy-voiced Welsh singer died Wednesday at 75. Here are her five of her best-known songs.

Lucas Museum to give free annual passes to South L.A. neighbors, host community preview day

Jessica Gelt — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 17:00:12 GMT

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will give free annual passes to South L.A. neighbors in the 90037 ZIP Code.

Warner Bros. Ranch selected for TV broadcast base during LA 2028 Olympics

Meg James — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The facility recently underwent a $300 million transformation with new soundstages, and has the technical requirements to support the international broadcast center.

Meow Wolf taps famed L.A. animation house for its new Los Angeles venue

Todd Martens — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The experiential art firm has entered into a creative partnership with Titmouse, the studio behind popular series such as "Big Mouth" and "Star Trek: Lower Decks."

Bonnie Tyler, husky-voiced singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75

Alexandra Del Rosario — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:15:22 GMT

Bonnie Tyler, the husky-voiced powerhouse vocalist who delivered memorable and dramatic pop-rock songs including 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' in the 1980s, has died.

Commentary: The creator of 'Little House on the Prairie' isn't worried about being called 'woke'

Mary McNamara — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Rebecca Sonnenshine has wanted to make an adaptation of the "Little House" books ever since she was a child. Her Netflix series adheres to them while adding historical context.

'Moana' debuted just 10 years ago. Why Disney is remaking it as a live-action movie

Samantha Masunaga — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Ten years ago, Disney released its animated "Moana" to box office success. Can a new live-action remake revive the film's popularity?

Meta discontinues Instagram feature on new AI image generation tool after Hollywood backlash

Wendy Lee — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Meta's Muse Image AI tool lets users remix public Instagram photos — and CAA, SAG-AFTRA and talent managers say it puts creators at risk.

At 90, K Callan is loving her moment in the limelight with 'Widow's Bay': 'I've been really lucky'

Robert Lloyd — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

K Callan has been acting most of her life, and her scene-stealing turn as Ruth in Apple TV's 'Widow's Bay' is just the latest moment of recognition in a long career.

Justin Baldoni and wife break silence after 'It Ends With Us' legal battle with Blake Lively

Emily St. Martin — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 05:24:44 GMT

Justin Baldoni and his wife Emily have spoken out on their healing journey and faith after the highly publicized legal dispute with Blake Lively tied to the 2024 film "It Ends With Us."

Newlywed Taylor Swift can continue to celebrate with Emmy nominations and a legal win

Tracy Brown — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 00:43:40 GMT

Just days after her wedding, Taylor Swift has scored a legal victory and her 'Eras Tour: The Final Show' earned five Emmy nominations.

Justin Bieber added to crammed World Cup final halftime show with BTS, Madonna and more

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 22:51:06 GMT

The World Cup final halftime show better have a huge stage. Justin Bieber has been added as a co-headliner to a lineup that already includes BTS, Madonna and Shakira.

Sepideh Moafi of 'The Pitt' is 'still in disbelief' about her first-ever Emmy nod

Yvonne Villarreal — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 21:19:07 GMT

The actor earned her first-ever Emmy nomination for her turn as Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi in the second season of HBO Max's popular medical drama.

Rhea Seehorn celebrates her 'Pluribus' Emmy nomination as she waits to hear about Carol and the atom bomb

Greg Braxton — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:04:12 GMT

The actor said she was grateful to the team for the show's 18 nominations, which included a nod for drama series, and particularly the show's creator, Vince Gilligan.

Rob Reiner receives posthumous Emmy nomination for 'The Bear'

Eloise Rollins-Fife — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:48:23 GMT

Rob Reiner earned a posthumous Emmy nomination for his guest role as restaurant consultant Albert Schnurr in 'The Bear' Season 4.

We're off to see a great screwball comedy in 'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass'

Amy Nicholson — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:30:10 GMT

The deliriously zany ensemble comedy stars Zoey Deutch as a small-town sweetheart who flies to Los Angeles hoping to sleep with Jon Hamm.

Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separate after nearly three years of marriage

Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 18:07:40 GMT

Entertainment power couple Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff have reportedly gone their separate ways for now. They married nearly three years ago.

'Hacks' breaks record for most Emmy nominations for a comedy in a single year

Eloise Rollins-Fife — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 18:06:45 GMT

'Hacks' received 24 Emmy nominations, breaking the record for most noms for a comedy series previously set by 'The Studio' and 'The Bear.'

The week's bestselling books, July 12

The California Independent Booksellers Alliance — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 17:43:34 GMT

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, July 12, 2026, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

'The Pitt' scores 25 nominations overall, including 13 acting nominations

Yvonne Villarreal — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 16:39:24 GMT

The HBO Max series earned a nod for drama series for the second year in a row and received 13 acting nominations, just one shy of tying the record set by 'Succession.'

Bijou Phillips 'beyond grateful' for second kidney transplant months after public plea

Alexandra Del Rosario — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 16:39:02 GMT

Bijou Phillips feels 'beyond grateful' after revealing that her second kidney transplant was a success. She opened up about her kidney issues earlier this year.

Michelle Pfeiffer gets an Emmy nomination for 'Margo's Got Money Troubles'

Greg Braxton — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 15:53:21 GMT

The veteran actor scored an acting nomination for her role as Shyanne Millet in Apple TV's "Margo's Got Money Troubles," and she also earned a nod for producing the series.

Zendaya gets third Emmy nom for lead actress in 'Euphoria' amid a blockbuster year

Eloise Rollins-Fife — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 15:46:38 GMT

Zendaya's Emmy nomination for the final season of 'Euphoria' comes as the actor is in the midst of a press tour for 'The Odyssey' and will reprise her role in the 'Dune' trilogy later this year.

The biggest surprises and snubs of the 2026 Emmy nominations

Glenn Whipp — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 15:44:34 GMT

Our awards columnist surveys the most unexpected inclusions and omissions of the 2026 Emmy nominations.

Matthew Rhys, 'Widow's Bay' and 'The Beast in Me' Emmy nominee, challenges studios: 'Take the risk'

Yvonne Villarreal — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 15:38:53 GMT

The actor spoke about his performances in Apple TV's "Widow's Bay" and Netflix's "The Beast in Me" and how they were challenging in different ways.

Nexstar launches its first digital subscription service with The Hill Insider, aimed at political junkies

Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The service, priced at $5.99 and $9.99 a month, will offer deeper looks at Washington-based news and trends.

Late-night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel score Emmy nominations

Greg Braxton — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 12:40:10 GMT

The two hosts targeted by President Trump will face off in the variety series category, along with 'The Daily Show,' 'Last Week Tonight' and 'SNL.'

'The Odyssey' is the mother of bad-trip tales. Why are we obsessed with travel disasters?

Alex Pulaski — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Trip-related problems are exceedingly common, yet we keep packing our bags. It may be due to what one expert calls "traveler's amnesia."

Hollywood's big online bet: Inside the industry's race to acquire internet stories

Cerys Davies — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The movie industry is still riding the box office high of 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms.' But in true Hollywood fashion, studios are already scouring the depths of the internet, in search of untapped talent and viral content that could re-create a similar success.

Wes Anderson reflects on his 'totally instinctive' music choices ahead of Hollywood Bowl shows

Mark Olsen — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Over three nights at the Hollywood Bowl, artists including Beck, Jackson Browne and Devo will perform music from the singular filmmaker's work.

Ed O'Brien on Gaza, his new solo album and the future of Radiohead

Mikael Wood — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Radiohead guitarist has a lush and slightly spooky new solo album, 'Blue Morpho,' that sprang from a mid-pandemic struggle with depression.

Is downtown L.A. coming back for clubbers? These dance music vets hope Origin pulls them home

August Brown — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With DTLA's post-pandemic troubles amid a boom in dance music, Origin's founders hope the scene can help again.

Emmy nominations 2026: List of nominees

Tracy Brown — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The nominations for the 2026 Emmys have been announced.

Seth Doane and Jim Axelrod among contenders for '60 Minutes' roles

Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

CBS News is closing in on replacements for Scott Pelley and other departures from the venerable news magazine.

Commentary: Lionel Messi is the ultimate summer romance

Mary McNamara — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

I knew Lionel Messi would be the headliner of this World Cup, but I didn't expect to fall so hopelessly in love with him.