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Sydney Sweeney might be finding herself in hot water again, just as the backlash to her 2025 American Eagle campaign was dying down. This time, Sweeney could be getting in trouble with the law rather than just dealing with public opinion. A trip to the Hollywood sign for promotion of her upcoming lingerie line could spell trouble for Sweeney due to a lack of proper approval, TMZ reported. According to the outlet, the Euphoria star obtained a permit from FilmLA to shoot at the Hollywood sign, but she wasn't allowed to touch or climb it without prior approval from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which owns the sign. But Sweeney did more than just touch the sign; footage obtained by TMZ shows the actress being filmed by her production team as she climbs her way to the top of the Hollywood sign's letters under the darkness of night. Once there, she and her crew hang up a clothesline of bras along the letters, with the actress laughing as she happily surveys her work. Sydn...

LOS ANGELES - Actress Sydney Sweeney could face legal issues after climbing the iconic Hollywood sign and hanging dozens of bras over it.  What we know: The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce could potentially file a police report seeking charges such as trespassing or even vandalism. According to TMZ , Sweeney got a permit from FilmLA to shoot the Hollywood Sign, but she did not have permission to touch or climb the sign. In a statement to various media outlets, Hollywood Chamber of Commerce CEO Steve Nissen said Sweeney did not receive permission from the chamber for the filming effort. "The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce owns the intellectual property rights to the image of the Hollywood Sign, so that anyone intending to use and/or access the Hollywood Sign for commercial purposes must obtain a license or permission from the Hollywood Chamber to do so," Nissen said, adding that the chamber "did not grant a license or permission of any kind to the production ...

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Zootopia 2 has become Hollywood's highest-grossing animated film of all time. The Walt Disney Animation Studios film — also known as Zootropolis 2 in some countries — has earned US$1.7 billion (S$2.1 billion) at the global box office, dethroning Pixar Animation Studios' Inside Out 2, which made US$1.69 billion after it was released in 2024. Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment co-chairman, said in a statement: "This milestone belongs first and foremost to the fans around the world whose enthusiasm made it possible. "We're incredibly proud of our filmmakers... Zootopia 2 is an extraordinary achievement, and we're grateful to everyone who helped bring it to life." The movie is ninth on the list of highest-grossing films ever worldwide, behind likes of 1997's Titanic, 2015's Star Wars: The Force Awakens, 2019's Avengers: Endgame, and the Avatar film franchise. However, China's Ne Zha 2 is the top-grossing animated film worldwide after it too...

Dec 5 : Hollywood unions and theater owners on Friday sounded the alarm over Netflix's proposed $72 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, warning the deal would cut jobs, concentrate power and reduce theatrical movie releases if the deal passes regulatory review. The deal would place the streaming giant's HBO brands under the Netflix umbrella and also hand control of the historic Warner Bros studio over to Netflix, which has already upended Hollywood by hastening the shift from movie releases in cinemas to home streaming. Netflix, the force behind "Stranger Things" and "Squid Game," could gain control of marquee Warner Bros titles such as "Batman" and "Casablanca."  "This merger must be blocked," the Writers Guild of America East and West said in a statement. "The world's largest streaming company swallowing one of its biggest competitors is what antitrust laws were designed to prevent." The deal faces an...

At Variety, we talk a lot about the soft power of the red carpet. We live in an age where "image architect" is a vaunted job title, thanks to the serious economic and cultural impact the right look can offer stars and brands. We can largely thank Valentino Garavani, who died at 93 on Monday, for creating this mutually beneficial relationship. In the late '70s, European fashion houses became global enterprises. As the designer of deeply glamorous and dreamlike gowns, Mr. Valentino (as he was known) saw the writing on the wall. Celebrities and artists — particularly actresses — would come to reinvent how fashion captivated culture and commerce. His muses are renowned, from Jackie Kennedy to Gwyneth Paltrow, Julia Roberts to Cate Blanchett. Celebrated documentary filmmaker Matt Tyrnauer (above, far right) chronicled the designer's opulent lifestyle and pioneering spirit in the 2008 movie "Valentino: The Last Emperor." T...

Gwyneth Paltrow confessed to having been a bit insecure about whether she still had it when filming Marty Supreme, and it is a different world in moviemaking than the one she left Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow has made her return to the big screen after a seven-year hiatus. She has been doing the kind of independent moviemaking she says has always been her favorite. She features in a supporting performance in Marty Supreme, reports 'Deadline'. Read More As Kay Stone, a former actress now living another life as the wife of a business mogul (played by none other than Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary in his acting debut), she proves she hasn't lost a beat in terms of creating fascinating, three-dimensional characters. As per 'Deadline', Marty Supreme broke records when it opened in a limited six-theatre platform run last weekend, and the critically praised movie that stars Timoth...

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The news of his demise was shared by Meyer's wife Pattikay Gottlieb, as per The Hollywood Reporter. He breathed his last on Monday at his home in Los Angeles. Meyer Gottlieb, a Holocaust survivor who was the longtime chief of Samuel Goldwyn Films and produced such movies as Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World and 2013's The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, has passed away . He was 86. The news of his demise was shared by Meyer's wife Pattikay Gottlieb, as per The Hollywood Reporter. He breathed his last on Monday at his home in Los Angeles. Read More Meyer was named president and COO of Samuel Goldwyn Co in 1988, having assisted Samuel Goldwyn Jr., son of the Oscar winner and legendary Hollywood mogul, in reviving the label a decade earlier. He served as a co-producer on Master and Commander (2003), a co-production with 20th Century Fox , Miramax and Universal that was directed by...

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Simu Liu says he has watched a lot of actors’ career trajectories over the past few years and noticed how Hollywood helps white actors who become popular get their next movies once Hollywood actor Simu Liu is of the opinion that finding Hollywood success is a "lot harder" for people, who aren’t white. The Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings actor feels he still faces an "uphill battle" with his career and lamented the type of roles he has been offered in the years since he found fame in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie, reports ‘Female First UK’. Read More Asked what he wished he'd known before Shang-Chi, he told The Hollywood Reporter, "That it’s a marathon and that and success is defined by longevity more than just the bigness of a single moment. And then with the caveat that it’s gonna be a lot harder for you than if you were white. "Mayb...

Last Updated:January 15, 2026, 14:16 IST Leonardo DiCaprio ended up repeating the fiery sequence for several days. (Photo Credit: X) Leonardo DiCaprio's role in Once Upon A Time In Hollywood turned out to be far more intense than many expected. The actor stepped into the shoes of Rick Dalton, a fading TV star living in the late 196 0s. While the film showed stylish clothes, old cars and vintage charm, DiCaprio's experience on set wasn't too easy. During the shoot, he had to perform a shocking scene that involved using a real flamethrower. Instead of special effects or camera tricks, the moment was filmed with real fire under strict safety rules. The scene involved some of "the greatest stuntmen of all time through cinema history," brought together by Tarantino to play Nazi officers. DiCaprio ended up repeating the fiery sequence for several days, which made it one of the most intense parts of his career. A Role That Pushed Leonardo DiCaprio To His Limits In ...

Members of the entertainment industry have reacted to Netflix's shocking deal with Warner Bros , with some calling it the "death of Hollywood". Announcing the news yesterday, the streaming giant revealed that it had acquired Warner Bros in an $87.2 billion deal, adding franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones to its catalogue. Following the bombshell announcement, many industry and non industry professionals have shared their response to the acquisition, which will see Netflix take over Warner Bros film and TV studios, HBO and HBO Max. Taking to X , former WarnerMedia CEO Jason Kilar shared his thoughts on the deal, writing: "If I was tasked with doing so, I could not think of a more effective way to reduce competition in Hollywood than selling WBD to Netflix." In their report, Deadline said they spoke to a number of international studio execs, with a leading UK film producer saying: "This feels like the death of Hollywood." In a statement...

Hollywood is feeling the lure of Saudi Arabian money. The stars are taking it, with many set to receive checks for attending this week's Red Sea Film Festival. Studios are interested in it, with their executives traveling to the kingdom to meet about potential deals. And at the highest levels, Saudi money could end up helping to finance a massive media merger. For the entertainment industry, Saudi financing has become more appealing as other sources of money have dried up in the aftermath of the 2020 Covid pandemic, the 2023 dual actors' and writers' strikes, and shifting audience habits away from film and TV to social media. "Money is good, that's Hollywood's perspective," said entertainment attorney Schuylar (Sky) Moore at Greenberg Glusker. "For the Saudis, it's all about building their own film industry, and they're trying to get the expertise and the people there." But Saudi Arabia's controversial human rights record makes...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made a rare appearance at Kris Jenner's 70th birthday bash, a James Bond-themed event hosted at Jeff Bezos' mansion. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex embraced old Hollywood glamour, joining a star-studded guest list that included Oprah Winfrey, Mariah Carey, and Hollywood's elite. Read on to know more. Kris Jenner turned 70, which meant all the royals came together to wish the matriarch a happy birthday. Among the royals were the true-blue ones, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, alongside Hollywood's reigning clan. The royals channelled old Hollywood glamour The former Duke and Duchess of Sussex made a rare appearance at one of the year's most exclusive celebrations on Saturday, Nov.8. The couple attended Kris' James Bond-themed birthday party at Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos ' $165 million (£124m) mansion in Beverly Hills. Meghan Markle's Acting Comeback Was 'Never the Plan, But the Real Reason Has Fans Talking Keeping the t...

The Hollywood Reporter has been nominated for a record number of National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards , including best publication. Among THR's 85 noms, Mia Galuppo and Katie Kilkenny are vying for print journalist of the year, James Hibberd and Gary Baum are among the best columnist nominees, Scott Feinberg is up for best podcast host, and Jon Frosch, Dan Fienberg, Angie Han and David Rooney all landed noms for best critic. In the photography and art categories, THR landed noms for its photos of newly minted Oscar winner Mikey Madison (best portrait), 50 Cent (best portrait), the L.A. fires (best photo essay) and more. The art department earned noms for its covers of the fires and Hollywood's succession wars along with moving graphics of Ben Stiller and The White Lotus, among others. The Hollywood Reporter's nominations highlight the breadth and variety of its work across multiple media platforms. The no...

Last Updated:January 02, 2026, 22:09 IST George Clooney has been known for caring about others and helping various communities. (Photo Credit: X) George Clooney has responded after Donald Trump took a swipe at the actor and his wife Amal Clooney following reports that the couple have obtained French citize nship. The former president, 79, addressed the news in a Truth Social post on Wednesday, December 31, reacting to reports that Clooney, 64, Amal, 47, and their eight-year-old twins, Alexander and Ella, had become French citizens. Trump described the development as "good news" and referred to the couple as "two of the worst political prognosticators of all time." Trump's post also included sharp criticism of France, claiming the country is "sadly, in the midst of a major crime problem because of their absolutely horrendous handling of immigration, much like we had under Sleepy Joe Biden." George Clooney's Sharp Response Clooney addressed Trum...

Published: January 2, 2026 at 10:40 AM Updated: January 2, 2026 at 5:19 PM Water main break from piper floods busy streets in Hollywood A large water main break sent water rushing into a Hollywood street Thursday night. HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — A large water main break sent water rushing into a Hollywood street Thursday night, disrupting water service and diverting traffic as crews worked overnight to make repairs, city officials said. Leer en español The break occurred along Oklahoma Stre et near A1A and involved a 12-inch water line. The cause of the break has not yet been determined, according to Joanne Hussey, a city of Hollywood spokesperson. Water main breaks on busy Hollywood street A large water main break sent water rushing into a Hollywood street Thursday night. Hussey said crews remained at the scene overnight to locate the damage and begin repairs. Water service is intermittent for customers on the east side of A1A from Arthur Street to Nevada Street. Video obtained by ...

Chinese traditional costume show members pose at the Ovation Hollywood's Christmas tree during a preview for Sunday night's Hollywood Christmas Parade supporting Marine Toys for Tots at the on Monday, November 24, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Santa Claus and his elf are greeted by Caporales San Simón Group dancers who performed a traditional Bolivian dance during a preview for Sunday night's Hollywood Christmas Parade supporting Marine Toys for Tots at the Ovation Hollywood on Monday, November 24, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Chinese Lion dancers perform during a preview for Sunday night's Hollywood Christmas Parade supporting Marine Toys for Tots at the Ovation Hollywood on Monday, November 24, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Publicist Steve Moyer tries out a bullhorn when the PA stops working during a press conference on Sunday night's Hollywood Christ...