Laurie Metcalf on Signing Onto ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’ Without Seeing a Script and Charlie Hunnam’s Nude Scene by Marc Malkin

Laurie Metcalf’s four decades-long acting career spans comedy and drama across television, film and stage. However there’s one dream she has yet to fulfill. “I’ve always wanted to do…

Producer Damon Cardasis on Getting Martin Scorsese to Be ‘Very Honest’ in Docuseries ‘Mr. Scorsese’ and Adapting ‘Saturday Church’ Into a by Marc Malkin

Damon Cardasis has a lot on his plate these days. A musical adaptation of his 2017 film “Saturday Church” is in the midst of its off-Broadway run, while “Mr. Scorsese,” director Rebe…

‘Waiting for Godot’ Opening Night Red Carpet: Keanu Reeves, Kieran Culkin, Danielle Brooks and More (PHOTOS) by Marc Malkin

Bill and Ted are on Broadway. Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, who starred in 1989’s “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” and its two sequels together, have reunited for director Jami…

Jessica Chastain Enrolls at Harvard Kennedy School to Get Masters Degree in Public Administration by Marc Malkin

Jessica Chastain has gone back to school. A source tells me the Oscar winner is enrolled in the two-year Master in Public Administration program at The John F. Kennedy School of Government a…

Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro Enjoy Wimbledon, ‘The Fantastic Four’ Lands in Paris and More Celeb Photos: July 2025 by Marc Malkin

July kicked off with “Jurassic World Rebirth” stars Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Rupert Friend touching down in Seoul, Korea, to meet the press and walk the red carpet. In the…

Lena Waithe, Brandon Flynn Featured in LGBTQ Doc ‘Reclaim the Flag’ (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

Lena Waithe and Brandon Flynn are among those who will be featured in “Reclaim the Flag,” a 30-minute short about the American flag. The film, directed by designer Alexis Bittar and prod…

Barbra Streisand on Her New Album, Not Being Paid Enough for ‘Meet the Fockers’ and if She’ll Ever Direct or Perform Live Again by Marc Malkin

Barbra Streisand hasn’t stopped working since launching her professional singing career 65 years ago in New York City. The first performer to earn EGOT status, Streisand’s legacy spans m…

Hugh Jackman Recalls Bombing Audition Singing ‘Stars’ from ‘Les Misérables’ 30 Years Ago: ‘I Cracked on the Final Note So Spectacularly’ by Marc Malkin

Hugh Jackman earned an Oscar nomination for his work as Jean Valjean in “Les Misérables,” but things didn’t go so well decades ago while belting out the musical’s “Stars” when h…

Harrison Ford Honored by Operation Smile in Los Angeles, Cynthia Erivo and Danielle Brooks Share a Hug in NYC and More Celeb Photos: June 2025 by Marc Malkin

There was no June gloom at the Gotham Television Awards, where Parker Posey and Brian Tyree Henry were honored with special awards and Netflix’s “Adolescence” was the top winner at the…

Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa Sign Open Letter Supporting Federal Funding for LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Prevention by Marc Malkin

Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande, Dua Lipa and Sabrina Carpenter are among the more than 100 celebrities who have signed an open letter calling for the protection of $50 million in federal funds …

‘The Pitt’ Star Supriya Ganesh on Wanting to See More of Samira’s Personal Life in Season 2 and Using She/They Pronouns: ‘Hey, I’m Queer. Se by Marc Malkin

“The Pitt” star Supriya Ganesh was close to quitting acting before she booked the role of Dr. Samira Mohan on the hit Max medical drama. She was seriously considering going to medical sc…

Demi Moore, Nicole Scherzinger, Darren Criss and More Walk the Red Carpet at Family Equality’s Night at the Pier (PHOTOS) by Marc Malkin

Family Equality’s annual Night at the Pier brings together LGBTQ+ families, allies, and advocates to honor the changemakers who have fought for equality and shaped a more inclusive world. …

Steve Carell Celebrates ‘The 40 Year-Old Virgin’ 20th Anniversary, Kerry Washington Premieres ‘Shadow Force,’ Reese Witherspoon Makes a Pit St by Marc Malkin

Natasha Lyonne kicked off May with the Season 2 launch of “Poker Face” in Los Angeles while Kerry Washington was in New York City for the premiere of “Shadow Force.” At the same time…

Cole Escola, Lisa Rinna, Paul Feig and More Revealed as ‘King of Drag’ Guest Judges in First Trailer (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

Newly-minted Tony nominee Cole Escola, Lisa Rinna and “Another Simple Favor” director Paul Feig are among the guest judges for “King of Drag.” The bold-faced names were revealed in t…

‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Gets 4K Remaster and New Logo for 50th Anniversary (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ wants fans to do the time warp again for its 50th anniversary. The musical cult classic’s half-century milestone will be celebrated with a new 4K Ultra …

Doechii and Chappell Roan Attend Paris Fashion Week and ‘The Last of Us’ Stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey Reunite at SXSW: Celebrity Photos Mar by Marc Malkin

March began with Oscar pre-parties followed by the big show at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Winners, including Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody and Zoe Saldaña, celebrated at the Vanity Fair …

Ariana Grande Says ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Deluxe ‘Must Come Out’ but Isn’t Ready to Say It’ll Drop Soon: ‘Keep Your Eyes Peeled’ by Marc Malkin

Ariana Grande is feeling grateful as she walks her first Oscars red carpet as a nominee. The Grammy winner is up for best supporting actress for her performance as Glinda in “Wicked,” wh…

Patrick Wilson on ‘Millers in Marriage’ and Why Two ‘Aquaman’ Movies Were Enough: ‘I Don’t Know Where the Story Would Go’  by Marc Malkin

Patrick Wilson is getting ready to return to musical theater. Not only is he a producer of the new “Lost Boys,” but he’s actively pursuing landing a starring role on the stage. “I de…

Oscars 2025: The Ultimate Party Guide With Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Madonna, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and More by Marc Malkin

Happy Oscars Week! As Los Angeles gets ready for Hollywood’s biggest night of the year, here’s Variety’s ultimate party guide for all things happening before, during and after the 97th…

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and Sandra Oh: Celebrity Photos February 2025 by Marc Malkin

Ariana DeBose Won’t Star in ‘Evita’ in London ‘Due to Scheduling’ (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

Ariana DeBose won’t be crying for Argentina. The Oscar winner was in talks to star in Jamie Lloyd’s revival of “Evita” at the London Palladium, but sources tell me things didn’t wo…

Timothée Chalamet, Cameron Diaz and Eva Longoria: Celebrity Photos January 2025 by Marc Malkin

January began with the first major red carpet of 2025 at the opening night gala of the Palm Springs International Film Festival. A few days later, Hollywood’s biggest stars celebrated the …

Orville Peck to Make Broadway Debut in ‘Cabaret,’ Replacing Adam Lambert as Emcee by Marc Malkin

Orville Peck is headed to the Kit Kat Club in New York City to make his Broadway debut as Emcee in “Cabaret.” It was announced Wednesday that the county singer will replace Adam Lambert …

Julie Bowen to Star in World Premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s ‘Fake It Until You Make It’ at Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles (EXCLUSIVE) by Marc Malkin

Julie Bowen will star in the Center Theatre Group’s world premiere of playwright Larissa FastHorse’s “Fake It Until You Make It.” The production, directed by Michael John Garcés and…

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Reveal Which ‘Wicked’ Deleted Scenes They Were ‘Gutted’ to See Cut by Marc Malkin

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are revealing which scenes cut from “Wicked” left them most heartbroken to see deleted from the Jon M. Chu-directed movie. Several of the scenes are featu…

Ariana Grande on Why She Won’t Be Touring ‘Anytime Soon’ and How Long She’s Known the ‘Wicked 2’ Official Title by Marc Malkin

Ariana Grande fans were beside themselves when a rumor started circulating online last weekend that the Grammy-winning pop princess was planning on touring in 2025. However, her label quickl…

Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez Sent Each Other Voice Messages After Earning Golden Globe Noms: ‘It Was the Sweetest Note’ by Marc Malkin

Ariana Grande really wants to get to know Selena Gomez more. So much so that she asked to sit with the “Emilia Pérez” star at the Academy Women’s Luncheon on Tuesday at the Academy Mu…

‘La Cage Aux Folles’ Star Cheyenne Jackson Calls Pasadena Playhouse Revival a ‘Big Gay Glitter Bomb’: ‘It’s the Perfect Therapy for Me’ by Marc Malkin

Broadway veteran Cheyenne Jackson was ready to take another break from musical theater as he had done once before. That is until he got an offer he couldn’t refuse. “Oh, Mary!” directo…

‘Wicked’ Star Ethan Slater on His ‘Dumb’ Self-Tape Audition for Boq and How Therapy Is Helping Him Get Through This ‘Crazy Ride’ by Marc Malkin

Ethan Slater is trying to get used to the attention he’s receiving for both his professional and private lives. He’s making his big-screen acting debut as the lovesick Boq in Jon M. Chu�…

Nicole Scherzinger Apologizes After Supporting Russell Brand’s ‘Make Jesus First Again’ Post: ‘I Come From a Place of Love’ by Marc Malkin

Nicole Scherzinger has apologized after facing backlash on social media Thursday evening after she posted a positive comment on an Instagram an post by Russell Brand in which he flashes a …

Angelina Jolie Cried During First ‘Maria’ Singing Lesson and Thinks She’s ‘Probably’ Not ‘Good Enough’ to Act on Broadway  by Marc Malkin

Angelina Jolie on Broadway? After taking home a Tony in June as a producer on best musical winner “The Outsiders,” Jolie tells me she may be interested in making her Broadway acting debu…