Mandalit del Barco

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4 men arrested in the overdose death of 'The Wire' actor Michael K. Williams

Wednesday, February 02, 2022

They are accused of selling fentanyl-laced heroin to Williams, the five-time Emmy nominated actor, best known for his role as a gay robber of drug dealers in the TV series The Wire.

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Dolly Parton, Eminem, Lionel Richie among the 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees

Wednesday, February 02, 2022

The larger-than-life Parton is one of 17 artists being considered for induction into the Hall this year — a list that also includes first-timers A Tribe Called Quest, Duran Duran and Beck.

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A shipment of cookbooks is lost at sea. Authors hope the fish enjoy the recipes

Friday, January 28, 2022

Turkey and the Wolf: Flavor Trippin by Mason Hereford and Dinner in One by Melissa Clark call the mishap a very 2022 event as a storm sinks their publication dates.

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This year's Sundance Film Festival is under way but it's online only

Friday, January 21, 2022

Because of the Omicron surge, organizers canceled in-person events in Park City, Utah, and the event is now all virtual. The event runs for two weeks.

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A preview of this year's (virtual) Sundance Film Festival

Thursday, January 20, 2022

The Sundance Film Festival begins Thursday. Festival goers can expect Jesse Eisenberg's directorial debut, a docuseries about comedian Bill Cosby and a number of films about reproductive rights.

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Fashion journalist and icon André Leon Talley has died at 73

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

For decades, Talley was the larger-than-life creative director and editor-at-large of Vogue. His influence was felt on fashion runways, where he pushed to include more Black designers and models.

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In a private ceremony Sunday, the 79th annual Golden Globes were handed out

Monday, January 10, 2022

The Golden Globes weren't televised or streamed online. The results were posted online and on Twitter. The changes were in response to scandals that rocked the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.

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The Golden Globes go on, but won't be televised

Sunday, January 09, 2022

The Golden Globes take place in Beverly Hills Sunday. But there will be big changes: limits on the audience size, nominees are not expected to attend — and the ceremony won't even be televised.

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Scarlett Johansson, Tori Kelly and Bono gamble big for superstardom in 'Sing 2'

Sunday, December 19, 2021

In a sequel to the 2016 hit animated film, koala-bear mogul Buster Moon and his talented troupe try to land a dream booking, by promising to enlist a reclusive superstar.

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Children's artist Jazzy Ash wraps up a busy year with new Christmas songs

Sunday, December 19, 2021

Ashli St. Armant plays funky New Orleans-style fare for kids with her band, Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards, and spins mysterious tales in her Viva Durant audiobook series.

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Photos: Remembering the life and legacy of Mexico's King of Rancheras

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Iconic and beloved singer Vicente Fernández died on Sunday at 81. He sold more than 50 million albums, starred in dozens of films, won three Grammys, eight Latin Grammys, and left a musical legacy.

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Many remain wary of the group behind the Golden Globe awards

Monday, December 13, 2021

Golden Globe nominations are out Monday. But after allegations of corruption within the Hollywood Foreign Press Association emerged earlier this year, some remain skeptical of the group.

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Golden Globes nominations come out Monday, but Hollywood is still wary of the HFPA

Friday, December 10, 2021

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which awards the Golden Globes, came under fire after investigations showed how it runs. It says it's changing, but Hollywood may not be ready to forgive.

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Philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, wife of music exec. Clarence Avant, is fatally shot

Thursday, December 02, 2021

Police are investigating the shooting of Jacqueline Avant, who was found shot in her Beverly Hills home early Wednesday. "I don't think it's a random attack", said police chief Mark Stainbrook.

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Lin Manuel Miranda and Disney filmmakers traveled Colombia to prepare for 'Encanto'

Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Lin Manual Miranda, who wrote songs for the Disney's new movie Encanto, traveled to Colombia with crew members to learn about the country's history. Encanto celebrates the country's culture.

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Joaquin Phoenix plays a radio journalist in the new film 'C'mon C'mon'

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Mike Mills wrote and directed the new film C'mon C'mon, inspired by his relationship with his own child. Mills says his work is about memory and capturing the essence of the people he loves.

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Britney Spears officially freed from conservatorship

Saturday, November 13, 2021

After a highly publicized legal battle, Britney Spears has been given back control over her finances, and medical and personal decisions.

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Judge terminates Britney Spears' conservatorship

Friday, November 12, 2021

Britney Spears's conservatorship went back in front of a judge in Los Angeles on Friday afternoon, resulting in the termination of the pop star's arrangement with her father.

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'Rust' crew member files first lawsuit over accidental shooting incident on set

Thursday, November 11, 2021

Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was accidentally shot and killed by a loaded gun last month. The incident has sparked debate about whether real guns have any place on movie sets.

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District attorney says it's too early for charges in 'Rust' shooting

Thursday, October 28, 2021

At a briefing Wednesday, District Attorney for Santa Fe County Mary Carmack-Altwies said it's too early for any charges in the investigation into the Rust film shooting that left cinematographer dead.

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