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Director-writer David Lynch, who radicalized American film with with a dark, surrealistic artistic vision in films like “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” and network television with “Twin Peaks,” has died. He was 78. bit.ly/40is3yQ

David Lynch, Visionary Director of ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Blue Velvet,’ Dies at 78

Director David Lynch, who radicalized American film with with a dark, surrealistic artistic vision in films like 'Blue Velvet,' has died. He was 78.

Chappell Roan at the 2025 #GRAMMYs 💛

#ThePitt star Noah Wyle: “I find it infuriating that we still can’t come to a consensus that masks cut down on transmission of disease. I find it infuriating that we still won’t acknowledge that vaccines are an important way of eradicating disease.” wp.me/pc8uak-1lFErS

Noah Wyle Was Nearing a ‘Nervous Breakdown.’ Then Came ‘The Pitt’: It’s ‘Infuriating We Can’t Come to a Consensus’ on Masks and Vaccines

Noah Wyle didn't want to play a doctor again after his 15 years on "ER." Then came COVID and "The Pitt."

Jane Fonda Says ‘Woke Just Means You Give a Damn About Other People,’ Calls on Hollywood to Fight With Empathy in SAG Awards Speech variety.com/2025/film/ne...

Jane Fonda Says ‘Woke Just Means You Give a Damn About Other People,’ Calls on Hollywood to Fight With Empathy in SAG Awards Speech

Jane Fonda was honored on Sunday night with SAG's life achievement award.

Most Americans Have Negative View of Elon Musk: Poll variety.com/2025/digital...

Most Americans Have Negative View of Elon Musk: Poll

A new CNN poll found that 53% of Americans have an unfavorable opinion of Elon Musk, the tech mogul who is leading Trump's DOGE initiative.

‘Nosferatu’ Director Robert Eggers Sets Next Movie ‘Werwulf’ for Christmas 2026 Release variety.com/2025/film/ne...

‘Nosferatu’ Director Robert Eggers Sets Next Movie ‘Werwulf’ for Christmas 2026 Release

Robert Eggers is reteaming with Focus Features for his next film 'Werwulf,' a werewolf horror feature that he co-wrote.

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Actor, Dies at 39 variety.com/2025/film/ne...

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Actor, Dies at 39

Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor best known for "Gossip Girl," "Ice Princess" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," died at age 39.

Sabrina Carpenter at the 2025 #GRAMMYs

FCC Chairman Opens Probe Into Disney and ABC DEI Practices: ‘Iconic’ Company ‘Recently Went All-In on DEI’ variety.com/2025/biz/new...

FCC Chairman Opens Probe Into Disney and ABC DEI Practices: ‘Iconic’ Company ‘Recently Went All-In on DEI’

FCC chair Brendan Carr said the agency opened a probe into DEI practices at Disney and ABC.

Introducing Variety's #ActorsOnActors Season 21 lineup ⭐️ bit.ly/3VphpVA

David Lynch's family announced his death in a Facebook post, writing, "There’s a big hole in the world now that he’s no longer with us. But, as he would say, ‘Keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole.'" bit.ly/40is3yQ

David Lynch, Visionary Director of ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Blue Velvet,’ Dies at 78

Director David Lynch, who radicalized American film with with a dark, surrealistic artistic vision in films like 'Blue Velvet,' has died. He was 78.

Oscars Add Best Stunt Design Category Starting in 2027

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Oscars Add Best Stunt Design Category Starting in 2027

A stunt design category is coming to the Oscars.

‘Speed’ Reunion: Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock to Star in Romance Thriller for Amazon MGM variety.com/2025/film/ne...

“Challengers” star Josh O’Connor has joined the cast of Steven Spielberg‘s new film. bit.ly/4fP3orO

Josh O’Connor to Star in Steven Spielberg’s Next Film

Josh O’Connor has joined the cast of Steven Spielberg's new film.

#JonStewart is staying put on #TheDailyShow and has renewed his deal to continue hosting one episode per week through December 2026.

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#Wicked has made $19.2 million in previews at the box office, benefiting from some early fan screenings ahead of Thursday.

For comparison, “Barbie” made $22.3 million in Thursday previews, while “Oppenheimer” brought in $10.5 million. bit.ly/3AJglET

This week’s Variety cover story:

Colman Domingo on Oscar Buzz for ‘Sing Sing,’ Returning to ‘Euphoria’ and Preparing for Michael Jackson Biopic Backlash

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Kendrick Lamar has surprise-released his new album “GNX,” executive produced by Jack Antonoff.

“GNX” is relatively light on features, with the exception of two tracks — “Luther” and “Gloria” — that feature SZA. bit.ly/3V0JOB1

Kendrick Lamar Drops ‘GNX’: New Album Features SZA, Jack Antonoff, Kamasi Washington

Kendrick Lamar has surprise-released his new album 'GNX' featuring contributions from SZA and Jack Antonoff.

Miley Cyrus showed support for Chappell Roan, urging music fans not to give the rising pop star a difficult time as she navigates newfound superstardom:

“I wish people would not give her a hard time. It’s probably really hard coming into this business with phones and Instagram.” bit.ly/4eIPC98

Would Jesse Eisenberg do a sequel to #TheSocialNetwork?

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Martin Scorsese Says Pope Francis’ Death Is an ‘Immense’ Loss for the World: ‘I Was Lucky Enough to Know Him’ and Will Miss ‘His Presence and Warmth’ variety.com/2025/film/gl...

Martin Scorsese Says Pope Francis’ Death Is an ‘Immense’ Loss for the World: ‘I Was Lucky Enough to Know Him’ and Will Miss ‘His Presence and Warmth’

Martin Scorsese has honored the late Pope Francis with a touching tribute following the news of his death.

‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Karla Sofía Gascón Under Fire Over Tweets About Muslims, George Floyd, Oscars Diversity variety.com/2025/film/ne...

‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Karla Sofía Gascón Under Fire Over Tweets About Muslims, George Floyd, Oscars Diversity

'Emilia Perez' star Karla Sofia Gascon is under fire due to resurfaced tweets she posted about Muslims, George Floyd, Oscars diversity and more.

Netflix is officially buying Warner Bros. Discovery and HBO Max in an $82.7 billion deal.

The announcement came after a weeks-long bidding war that pitted the streaming giant against David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance and Comcast.

Netflix to Buy Warner Bros. and HBO Max in $82.7 Billion Deal

It's official: Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery announced an agreement under which Netflix will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.

‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Renewed for Season 3 at Disney+ Ahead of Season 2 Premiere

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