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Gugu Mbatha-Raw to Return to London Stage

The rising screen star of 'Belle' and 'Beyond the Lights' will play the title role in 'Nell Gwynn,' about the 17th century brothel-keeper's daughter who became the king's mistress.

‘Beyond the Lights’ Director Gina Prince-Bythewood on ACLU Gender Discrimination Inquiry: “I Applaud Their Efforts”

The 'Love & Basketball' and 'Secret Life of Bees' helmer tells THR, "There is no acceptable explanation" for the low number of female directors who helmed top-grossing films.

Oscars 2015: ‘Selma’ Wins Best Original Song

John Legend and Common's "Glory" gave the film its first win on Sunday night.

Oscars: Rita Ora Performs “Grateful”

The singer took the Dolby Theatre stage to belt out the nominated original song, written by Diane Warren.

Oscars: Oprah Winfrey, Jason Blum and More Big Names You Might Not Know Are Nominated

Diane Warren, Scott Rudin and Gene Siskel's nephew Charlie also are up for Academy Awards for their work behind the scenes.

‘Off the Cuff’ Podcast: Oscar Nominee Diane Warren Says “Come On, Lucky Seven!”

The prolific songwriter hopes for her first Oscar win in twenty-seven years of being nominated.

Oscars: ‘Lego Movie’ Song ‘Everything Is Awesome’ Created During Bitter Divorce

And that's just one of the interesting backstories behind each of this year's nominated songs.