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Emmy Predictions: Oscar Isaac Leads Limited Series Actor Race
Variety's Emmy predictions page for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie highlights Oscar Isaac's pursuit of a first Emmy statuette, with the category still wide open ahead
Cannes 79 Features Almodóvar, Farhadi, Kore-eda, Sachs
The 79th Cannes Film Festival is set to feature a strong lineup of acclaimed international auteurs, including Pedro Almodóvar, Asghar Farhadi, Hirokazu Kore-eda, and Ira Sachs, with a notable absence
Jane Alexander Cast as Ex-CIA Operative in 'Lillian, Next Door'
Four-time Oscar nominee Jane Alexander has been cast as an ex-CIA operative who infiltrates the lives of two gay neighbors in 'Lillian, Next Door,' a drama-comedy now in production in Nova Scotia unde
Megan Moroney Leads ACM Nominations with Nine
Country star Megan Moroney topped the 2026 ACM Awards nominations with nine nods, marking her first-ever nod for Entertainer of the Year and highlighting a female‑heavy field that signals a shift in c
Rosamund Pike Makes Broadway Debut in "Inter Alia"
Rosamund Pike will make her Broadway debut this fall in Suzie Miller's Olivier-nominated play "Inter Alia," a limited engagement directed by Justin Martin at the Music Box Theatre.
Sling TV Launches $19.99 Package With ESPN
Sling TV has launched a $19.99 monthly streaming package that includes ESPN, ESPN2, and 10 other channels, positioning it as a cheaper alternative to Disney’s standalone ESPN offering.
Muriel Spark 20‑Year Anniversary: Must‑Read Novels
Marking two decades since Muriel Spark’s death, James Bailey’s new biography spotlights her 22 novels—especially Memento Mori, The Comforters, The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, and The Driver’s Seat—prov
Cameron Picton Debuts Album My New Band Believe
Cameron Picton, formerly the bassist of Black Midi, has issued his first solo record, the fully acoustic album My New Band Believe, featuring a roster of improvisational musicians and a shift toward m
Wildlife Cameraman Doug Allan Dies at 74 in Nepal
Doug Allan, the Emmy- and Bafta-winning wildlife cameraman renowned for his work alongside David Attenborough on BBC natural history series, has died aged 74 while trekking in Nepal.
Luther's Chorales Reshaped Music, From Bach to Brecht
A feature exploring how Martin Luther's simple, German-language chorales became the Reformation's mass medium — democratizing worship, spreading via the printing press, and echoing through Western mus
5 Classical Albums to Stream Now
A fresh roundup spot five classical recordings, from Pygmalion’s newest release to Messiaen’s timeless 'Quartet for the End of Time' and pieces crafted for violinist Anne‑Sophie Mutter, all ready for
Soderbergh's The Christophers: McKellen and Coel in
Steven Soderbergh's new film, 'The Christophers,' starring Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel, is lauded by critics for its sharp exploration of art and finance, allowing two acclaimed British actors to d
Docuseries 'A Friend, a Murderer' Explores Killer
The new docuseries 'A Friend, a Murderer' delves into the chilling reality of discovering a violent killer within one's own close social circle. It uniquely presents the raw, complex experiences of th
Rebecca Solnit Releases New Book on Progress
Rebecca Solnit’s latest essay collection, The Beginning Comes After the End, examines recent gains in women’s rights, racial justice and environmental protection while urging a shift toward interconne
Robert Plant Performs Led Zeppelin's 'Ramble On' on Colbert
Robert Plant and his band Saving Grace delivered an intimate, accordion-laced rendition of Led Zeppelin's 1969 Tolkien-inspired track 'Ramble On' on The Late Show, a song choice that neatly dovetails
Space Journal Book Maps Cosmos from 17th Century
A new illustrated volume, Space Journal: The Art and Science of Cosmic Exploration, arrives from Thames and Hudson, curated by BBC’s Dallas Campbell, tracing humanity’s visual and scientific journey f
Eric Dane's Posthumous ALS Doc 'Ring Every Bell' Revealed
A posthumous documentary short featuring Eric Dane's ALS advocacy will debut later this year, releasing a new clip as the ACT for ALS reauthorization fight he championed returns to the House floor.
Jack Whitehall to Host SNL, Returns to Comedy 2027
Jack Whitehall, the 37‑year‑old British comedian known for his posh persona, was announced as this week’s Saturday Night Live host while preparing a 2027 comedy tour and a new dramedy, reflecting on c
Stephen Fry on The Assembly: 'Smiling Assassins'
Stephen Fry appeared on The Assembly, ITV's interview show where young neurodivergent adults question celebrities unscripted — and answered everything from suicide attempts to his list of brand endors
Gwendoline Riley Wins $175K Windham-Campbell Prize
British novelist Gwendoline Riley and Australian playwright S Shakthidharan are among eight writers awarded $175,000 each as this year's Windham-Campbell Prize recipients, with the $1.4 million total
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