Media Calls Out Trump's Germophobe Claim, CNN Attack and Tax Return Refusal After Presser
"Isn't this how book burning begins?"
Michael Wolff on Shari Redstone: Yes, She Does Have a Plan for Viacom
Sumner's daughter may be an accidental mogul, but her moves to scrap a CBS merger, install Bob Bakish as CEO and oust veteran programmer Doug Herzog reveal something new at the company — actual strategy.
Critic's Notebook: Donald Trump Goes Scorched Earth on Media in First Presser as President-Elect
The president-elect bitterly called CNN "fake news," continued his war with the intelligence agencies and reluctantly admitted about the hacking, "I think it was Russia."
Anna Kendrick in Talks to Play Female Santa Claus for Disney Movie
The 'Pitch Perfect' star was just seen opposite Ben Affleck in 'The Accountant.'
- Hollywood's Merger Mania: Inside the Studios' "Size Anxiety," Scramble to Match Silicon Valley
- Peter Dinklage in Early Talks for 'Avengers: Infinity War'
- Larry Flynt Lashes Out at Trump "Hypocrites," "Redneck" Voters and a Brewing War on Obscenity
- Will Smith in Early Talks to Star in Tim Burton's 'Dumbo'
- Megyn Kelly, Greta Van Susteren Moves Force Fox News to Go Trumpier
- Fox Chiefs on 'Pitch' Future, More 'X-Files' and Programming in the Trump Era
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Deal (Or No Deal) 2017
Shari Redstone puts the brakes on Viacom-CBS, AT&T awaits The Donald, Lionsgate and Starz say "I do": inside the wild scramble from Hollywood to Silicon Valley for size (and smarts) as the stakes get higher and the signposts blurrier. Says one banker, "It's going to be a rambunctious M&A market."
- Michael Wolff on Shari Redstone: Yes, She Does Have a Plan for Viacom
- Hollywood's Merger Mania: Inside the Studios' "Size Anxiety," Scramble to Match Silicon Valley
- A Dead Kangaroo, a Bleeding Pig: Hollywood's Top Animal Training Firm Hit With PETA Abuse Claims (Exclusive)
- Megyn Kelly, Greta Van Susteren Moves Force Fox News to Go Trumpier
- Martha MacCallum Steps Up as Fox News' (Only) Female Primetime News Anchor
Movies
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CAA Signs 'Weiner' Production Company Edgeline Films (Exclusive)
Elyse Steinberg, Josh Kriegman and Eli Despres' documentary on disgraced politician Anthony Weiner is in the running for a BAFTA Film Award.
- Athena Film Festival 2017 Slate Features Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds Doc; 'Queen of Katwe' and 'Handmaid's Tale' Special Preview
- A24 Releases Mysterious Teaser for Untitled Sci-Fi Project
- Sundance: Peter Dinklage, Patton Oswalt, Larry Wilmore Among Fest Jury Members
- 'Awards Chatter' Podcast — Burt Bacharach ('Po')
- 'Open at Night' ('Ouvert la nuit'): Film Review
- Kate Mara's Iraq War Drama 'Megan Leavey' Nabbed by Bleecker Street for U.S.
Television
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Lee Daniels Confirms There Will Be an 'Empire' Spinoff
'24: Legacy' Will Explore "What It Means to be an American"
'Empire' Renewed for Season 4 at Fox
'Love Connection' Reboot Hosted by Andy Cohen Set at Fox
Will Season 6 Be the End for 'Scandal'?
ABC Boss Hopes Marvel's 'Agents of SHIELD' and 'Inhumans' Can Coexist
'This Is Us' Creator Discusses Toby's Fate, Jack's "Ultimate Sacrifice"
'Scandal' Election Results Filmed Before Trump Win as Shonda Rhimes Stresses "There Aren't Any Similarities"
'Beyond' Renewed for Second Season at Freeform
Reba McEntire Soap From 'Desperate Housewives' Creator Scores ABC Pilot Pickup
Cosmopolitan Magazine Drama Ordered to Series at Freeform; 'The Fosters' Renewed
Showtime Boss Offers 'Twin Peaks' Details, Discusses "Justified" Raise for Emmy Rossum
Business
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Viacom Names David Lynn CEO of International Media Networks Unit
Viacom CEO Bob Bakish previously held that role.
Trump Denies Russia Report, Blasts Intel Agencies Over "Leak": "Are We Living in Nazi Germany?"
On Wednesday, Russian state network called the report a "parody."
Scientology Anti-Drug Program Found Active in London Schools
A report has found that tens of thousands of children have been exposed to Narconon, which says it utilizes techniques developed by L. Ron Hubbard.
Finance Industry Veteran David Clementi Named BBC Chair
The former deputy head of the Bank of England will lead a new unitary board of the U.K. public broadcaster and effectively replace outgoing Rona Fairhead.
- Hollywood Litigator Larry Stein Adds Mediator to His Resume
- Movie Mogul Ted Field Set to Stand Trial for Fraud
- WME-IMG Launches Philanthropic Partnership With UNICEF
- DreamWorks Animation's New Hire Leaves Warner Bros. Looking for a Top Executive
- Martha MacCallum Steps Up as Fox News' (Only) Female Primetime News Anchor
- A Dead Kangaroo, a Bleeding Pig: Hollywood's Top Animal Training Firm Hit With PETA Abuse Claims (Exclusive)
- 'La La Land' Scores Awards-Season Release in China
Awards
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BAFTA Nominations: Do Snubs of Denzel Washington, Barry Jenkins Merit #BAFTAsSoWhite Scrutiny?
THR's awards columnist notes that it was a big day for 'La La Land,' but the noms were marred by the egregious omissions of the 'Moonlight' director and the 'Fences' leading man.
BAFTA Awards: 'La La Land' Leads Nominations
The musical has 11 nominations, while 'Arrival' and 'Nocturnal Animals' follow behind with nine each.
Meryl Streep, Dubbed "Over-Rated" by Donald Trump, Nabs Her 15th BAFTA Nomination
"Well, we obviously think she's wonderful," says BAFTA's CEO of two-time winner Streep, who picked up a best actress nomination for 'Florence Foster Jenkins.'
BAFTA Awards: Ryan Gosling Lands First-Ever Nomination
Thanks to 'La La Land,' the Golden Globes winner finally gets an invitation to the biggest film awards outside the U.S.
- BAFTA Award Nominations: Industry, Nominees React
- 'Jungle Book,' 'Deepwater Horizon' and 'Sully' Sound Pros Talk About Production Challenges
- 'Moonlight,' 'Arrival,' 'People v. O.J. Simpson' Among USC Scripter Award Finalists
- 'Fantastic Beasts' Leads Makeup Artists and Hair Stylists Guild Feature Nominations
- Golden Globes Group Sends Meryl Streep Letter Thanking Her for "Unwavering Support for the Arts"
- 'Awards Chatter' Podcast — J. Ralph ('Jim: The James Foley Story')
- Feinberg Forecast: Checking In Amid Oscar Nominations Voting
- Michael Keaton Honored by Society of Camera Operators
- Producers Guild Nominations: 'Deadpool' Is In and 'Sully' Is Out — But Will the Academy Agree?
- 'Rogue One' Leads Visual Effects Society Feature Competition With 7 Nominations as 'Doctor Strange,' 'Jungle Book' Grab 6 Each
- Mother of Late 'Goliath' PA Honored by Billy Bob Thornton at the Globes: "Losing Luke Has Left a Huge Hole"
About Last Night: Elle Fanning's Simple Ivory Stunner; Sienna Miller Sparkles in Gucci
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Sony's AXN Signs Deal for Second Season of 'Asia's Got Talent'
The local adaptation of the FremantleMedia and Syco Entertainment franchise will air across 20 territories in the region.
Jared Leto's Adventures in Wonderland Hires Amazon Veteran as CEO
Camila Cabello Talks Social Media, Political Engagement, Teen Sexuality in Lena Dunham Interview
Mariah Carey's Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Vandalized
Buddy Greco, Jazz Pianist, Vocalist and Las Vegas Mainstay, Dies at 90
Mariah Carey Sues Over Canceled Concerts in South America
Fifth Harmony to Perform at 2017 People's Choice Awards
Next Big Thing
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Cameron Dallas: Hollywood's Next Big Thing Steps Up From Web Celeb to Netflix Star
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Hollywood's Next Big Thing: Jude Demorest Goes From Lee Daniels' Hot Discovery to Fox's 'Star' in the Making
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Hollywood's Next Big Thing: 'Fantastic Beasts' Star Alison Sudol Goes From Indie Musician to Mind-Reading Witch
Culture
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'The Present': Theater Review
Richard Roxburgh plays a philandering schoolteacher and Cate Blanchett the love that slipped through his fingers in Andrew Upton's post-perestroika update of Chekhov's first play, which comes to Broadway from Sydney Theatre Company.
'Blueprint Specials': Theater Review
The enterprising Waterwell theater company resurrects these World War II musicals — originally conceived to be presented by, and performed for, soldiers — on the hangar deck of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.
Mark Ruffalo Steps Into Broadway's 'The Price'
The Oscar-nominated actor will join the cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's Arthur Miller revival, replacing John Turturro, who has bowed out due to his filming schedule.
Broadway Celebrates New Year With Record Weekly Grosses
'Hamilton,' 'Wicked' and 'The Lion King' all soared past $3 million, with a host of other $1 million-plus earners pushing the overall total close to $50 million for the history-making week.
'Mean Girls' Musical on Track for Fall 2017 World Premiere
Tina Fey is adapting her screenplay with composer husband Jeff Richmond and lyricist Nell Benjamin, while Tony winner Casey Nicholaw is attached to direct.
Tech
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CES Reporter's Notebook: Tinder's Prank VR Headset Is a Hit
THR's tech reporters take Las Vegas for the annual CES convention of new gadgets and digital innovations.
President Obama's Farewell Tweet Sets New Retweet Record
The tweet, in which Obama tells the American people to believe in their ability to create change, is now his most retweeted.
Facebook Launches Program to Create Stronger Ties With News Industry
The social network has created the Facebook Journalism Project to allow for more collaboration with the media on news products and tools for reporters.
How Will Hulu's Live TV Stand Out Among Competitors?
CEO Mike Hopkins revealed the streamer’s new pact with CBS will offer live streams of everything from NFL Games to the Grammys for less than $40 a month, but analysts remain skeptical of its prospects.