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On today’s episode of the Daily Variety podcast, Variety’s senior journeyman editor Jazz Tankay explains why the stars are aligning and why this awards season is already a groundbreaking moment for women cinematographers. Tancay explained that this year, for the first time, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences added cinematographer to the list of Oscar nominees announced in mid-December, which helped narrow the playing field for eligible films. This year, for the first time, a cinematography section has been added. Tancay noted that the shortlist includes three female cinematographers, which is the exact number of women nominated for…

Ben Affleck was stunned. During a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” the actor revealed that his 13-year-old son, Samuel, has been begging him for money to bet on sports. “My son asked me about a month ago, and I was like, ‘Hey, um, can I get like $100 to bet on sports?'” he told Kimmel. “What is that? (He’s like) ‘My friends get $100, but if they lose it, that’s it.’ I thought, ‘Oh, that’s a real standard, what discipline!’ To not drag yourself back and say, “I know Green Bay is going to cover the second half.” ”…

Mary J. Blige has extended her partnership with Lifetime with three new original films, including the first, Mary J. Blige Presents Be Happy, directed by Gabourey Sidibe. The singer and actress previously worked with Lifetime to develop several films based on her music, including 2023’s “Real Love,” “Family Affair” and “Strength of a Woman.” Her latest film, Be Happy, stars Tisha Campbell, Mekhi Phifer and Russell Hornsby and tells the story of Val (Campbell), a 50-year-old devoted wife and stay-at-home mom who tries to rekindle her marriage after her children go to college. “Be Happy” is a collaboration with Mona…

2 minute readrundownIt was confirmed on January 6th that Cynthia Erivo will not be attending this Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards ceremony. Cynthia Erivo was nominated for Best Female Actor in a Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy) for her role as Elphaba in Jon M. Chu’s Wicked: For Good.This nomination marks a historic moment for Erivo. She became the first Black woman to win the Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy category twice, following her first nomination last year for an original film in the series. In addition to this year’s Globe Awards, the…

Ashley Tisdale’s husband, Christopher French, shared a cryptic post after she stirred up drama by slamming “toxic” mom groups. On Tuesday, the 44-year-old composer reshared a November 2025 post by graphic designer Tyler Spangler on his Instagram Story. “It’s your choice whether or not to participate,” the message read in colorful letters. French’s post came a day after Tisdale shot down a group of former “toxic” moms that included Hilary Duff, Meghan Trainor and Mandy Moore. Ashley Tisdale’s husband Christopher French shared a cryptic post after she slammed “toxic” mom groups. cmFrench/Instagram The composer reposted a message from November 2025…

One high (flying) fashion star will be absent from the red carpet of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, as Cynthia Erivo, star of “Wicked,” will be absent from the ceremony due to her upcoming production of “Dracula” in the West End. Erivo, who has already won a Tony Award for The Color Purple, stars in the long-awaited one-woman stage adaptation of the gothic horror novel, playing 23 characters, including Dracula. The play, created by adapter and director Kip Williams, will go into previews on February 4th. The team is currently working hard on production in London, and producers are unable…

The fate of Travis Kelsey is still unclear. The Kansas City Chiefs star remained modest about his position on his decision to retire on Wednesday’s “New Heights” podcast. When the player told Jason Kelce that he was “officially unemployed” and that the show was his “only job,” his brother and co-host asked if that meant the tight end had officially “announced that[he]is no longer playing.” Travis Kelce gave a cryptic update about his retirement plans on Wednesday’s “New Heights.” New Height Show/Instagram The athlete, pictured above on Sunday, described himself as “officially unemployed” after the season came to a “tough”…

Big changes are coming to the world of Married at First Sight. The series, produced by Kinetic Content, will have new experts in Season 20, Variety has exclusively announced. Dr. Pepper Schwartz, Pastor Cal Roberson, and Dr. Pia Holek will not be returning. “We are excited to embark on a whole new chapter in the MAFS journey with our partners at Peacock. We are excited about the future and honored to work with Dr. Pepper, Pastor Cal, and Dr. Pia,” said Kinetic Founder and CEO Chris Koren. “Dr. Pepper has been with us since the beginning, and Pastor Cal joined…

Big changes are coming to the world of Married at First Sight. The Kinetic Content-produced series will have new experts in Season 20, Variety has exclusively announced. Dr. Pepper Schwartz, Pastor Cal Roberson, and Dr. Pia Holek will not be returning. “We are excited to embark on a whole new chapter in the MAFS journey with our partners at Peacock. We are excited about the future and honored to work with Dr. Pepper, Pastor Cal, and Dr. Pia,” said Kinetic Founder and CEO Chris Koren. “Dr. Pepper has been with us from the beginning, and Pastor Cal joined shortly after.…

Time flies when you’re taking the world by storm. Believe it or not, baby Beyoncé, who debuted at the 2011 MTV VMAs, has grown into a beautiful teenager. Beyoncé and her husband Jay-Z’s eldest child Blue Ivy Carter has officially turned 14! Born on January 7, 2012, Blue Ivy has built up quite an iconic resume throughout her young life. She first hit the Billboard charts when she was just hours old, after Jay-Z sampled her screams and sang “Glory.” Since then, she’s won a Grammy, appeared in several of her parents’ videos, made her feature film debut, and toured…