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On the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, Oscar-nominated screenwriter Robert Kaplow says Ethan Hawke deserves to win best actor.

Sundance winner "Josephine" is already an early Oscars contender, and a studio should immediately put the film on their 2026 roster.

2026 Oscars best actress predictions include Jessie Buckley, Renate Reinsve, Emma Stone, Kate Hudson and Rose Byrne.

2026 Oscars Best Actor predictions include Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, Michael B. Jordan and Wagner Moura.

The Oscars has launched new Academy Studios for creating digital content for the organization and promoted Jennifer Davidson in new expanded role.

Ashley Padilla emerges as an early Emmy contender for Season 51 on 'Saturday Night Live,' highlighted by the viral 'Mom Confession' sketch.

"The Singers," the Oscar-nominated live-action short which was recently acquired by Netflix, sets its release date on the streaming platform.

The DGA Awards 2026 final predictions which include tight races between Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler, and Eva Victor and Charlie Polinger.

Bad Bunny's album of the year Grammy win marks a vital moment for Latino representation amid political fear and cultural erasure.

After winning record of the year at the Grammys, SZA speaks out against ICE, calling the moment "dystopian" and urging unity.