Performers at bet awards 2019

The Imagen Awards on Monday unveiled the full list of nominees for its 37th annual gala honoring Latino storytelling, performances, writing and creative expression in television and film. This year’s awards show is set for October 2 in Los Angeles at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes. Walt Disney Studios’ West Side Story was among the most nominated alongside Disney’s animated movie Encanto . Eugenio Derbez scored several nods including Best Actor in a Feature Film for Apple TV+’s CODA and Best Actor in a Comedy (Television) for Hulu’s The Valet . Derbez’s 3Pas Studios is also behind Apple TV+’s comedy Acapulco , which also received several mentions in the noms, which were revealed today by What We Do in the Shadows star Harvey Guillén and actress-writer-producer Karrie Martin Lachney. “After two years of streaming celebrations, we are ecstatic to be back in person and to honor those who made significant contributions to the television, film, and streaming … [Read more...] about Imagen Awards Nominations: ‘Encanto’, Eugenio Derbez & ‘West Side Story’ Among Top Contenders

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will formally apologize to Native American civil rights activist Sacheen Littlefeather for her treatment at the 1973 Oscars ceremony. During the now-historic night, Littlefeather took the stage in place of Marlon Brando and, at his request, declined his award, using the time to instead draw attention to the stereotyping of Native Americans in film and TV as well as the South Dakota Wounded Knee protest. Instead of praising her insight, the audience – and individuals backstage – booed and heckled the activist, who was later threatened with assault and arrest. “I was stunned. I never thought I’d live to see the day I would be hearing this, experiencing this,” Littlefeather told the Hollywood Reporter of the apology, revealing that she received a private statement from the Academy in June. “When I was at the podium in 1973, I stood there alone.” The statement of apology will be read in its entirety at the Academy Museum on … [Read more...] about Academy Issues Formal Apology to Sacheen Littlefeather for 1973 Oscars: ‘I Never Thought I’d Live to See the Day’

The 75th Independence Day is fast approaching, and the country is preparing for some amazing celebrations this year. Amid this, we bring to you six Hindi films that you can watch this Independence Day to keep your josh high! Take a look. Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi This period drama, starring Kangana Ranaut in the lead, was a much-awaited film simply because no mainstream film on freedom fighter Jhansi Laxmibai had been made in recent times. Manikarnika received praise from critics as well as audiences. It was directed by Krish, who shared directorial credits with Kangana. The rest of the cast, including Mishti Chakraborty, Ankita Lokhande, Atul Kulkarni, Jisshu Sengupta, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and others gave life to the film with their performances. Uri: The Surgical Strike Vicky Kaushal won not only his first National Award, but also the hearts of audiences with Uri: The Surgical Strike . Uri was based on India's retaliation to … [Read more...] about Independence Day 2022: Uri, Manikarnika – 6 Hindi Films That Will Reignite Your Patriotic Spirit!

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Monday that it has formally apologized to Sacheen Littlefeather over the actress’ famed appearance at the 1973 Oscars , where she appeared on Marlon Brando’s behalf to decline his Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in The Godfather . The “statement of reconciliation” signed by then-AMPAS president David Rubin was sent in June but revealed today as the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced plans for “An Evening with Sacheen Littlefeather,” a program involving and programmed by Littlefeather that will take place September 17. Read Rubin’s letter below. At the 1973 Oscars, Littlefeather read a message from Brando after his name was announced highlighting Native American stereotypes in the entertainment industry as well as the 1973 Wounded Knee protest in South Dakota. The Academy said today the moment “resulted in her being professionally boycotted, personally attacked and harassed, and … [Read more...] about Movie Academy Apologizes To Sacheen Littlefeather Over 1973 Oscars – Read The Letter

EXCLUSIVE : Grammy-winning singer SZA and Euphoria breakout Chloe Cherry have signed on to star alongside Eddie Huang ( Boogie ) in Tuna Melt , an off-beat dramedy that he wrote and will direct for SB Projects and Ryder Picture Company . Tuna Melt is likened to an updated Pulp Fiction meets High Fidelity . Huang will lead the darkly comedic feature as a hitman who unexpectedly meets the love of his life soon after he completes a job. This all transpires in the aftermath of a break-up. While SZA will play Huang’s love interest, details as to Cherry’s role are being kept under wraps. Scooter Braun and James Shin will produce for SB Projects, along with Aaron Ryder and Andrew Swett for Ryder Picture Company. Huang is also producing, with Scott Manson serving as exec producer. Huang is a writer, director, actor, chef and television personality who made his feature directorial debut with the 2021 basketball drama Boogie for Focus Features, which he … [Read more...] about SZA And ‘Euphoria’ Breakout Chloe Cherry Board Eddie Huang Dramedy ‘Tuna Melt’ From Scooter Braun’s SB Projects, Ryder Picture Company

EXCLUSIVE : Neal McDonough ( The Flash ) and Casey Cott ( Riverdale ) will headline the sports drama Black Spartans , written and to be directed by Ben Cory Jones ( Insecure ), which is heading into production in Atlanta this fall. Exploring the explosive era of the mid-1960s where social upheaval paved the way for a new order in college football, Jones’ first feature tells the story of the first fully integrated college football team. The film is inspired by the Michigan State Spartans team, coached by Duffy Daugherty, which forever changed the face of the sport. Jones, McDonough, Cott, David Brown, Rochelle Claerbaut, Ruve McDonough, Justin Oates-Marable and Jimmy V are producing, with Cory Wharton serving as exec producer. McDonough is an award-winning actor whose film credits include Sonic the Hedgehog , Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City , RED 2 , Captain America: The First Avenger , Flags of Our Fathers and more. On the TV side, he … [Read more...] about Neal McDonough & ‘Riverdale’s Casey Cott Set For Ben Cory Jones’ Football Drama ‘Black Spartans’

UPDATE: This year’s A Capitol Fourth , the annual televised Independence Day concert, will feature a celebration of West Side Story ‘s 65th anniversary, headlined by Chita Rivera , and a centennial salute to the Lincoln Memorial. Just added to the lineup are Cynthia Erivo and Jake Owen. The event, to be broadcast on PBS , will be hosted by Mickey Guyton , with performances by Darren Criss, Yolanda Adams, Gloria Gaynor, Keb’ Mo’, Emily Bear, Andy Grammer and Loren Allred with the National Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Jack Everly. Rachel Platten will do a special tribute to military heroes and their families, as she performs her song Stand By You. The event, on the West Lawn of the Capitol, will be open to the public, after two years of virtual celebrations due to Covid. Guyton will also perform during the event. She was the first African American artist to be nominated in a country music category. She has hosted the Academy of Country … [Read more...] about PBS’s ‘A Capitol Fourth’ Will Feature ‘West Side Story’ Tribute, Salute To Lincoln Memorial’s Centennial — Update

Lizzo may not want to show her face when doing an interview via Zoom but there’s no doubting the pop superstar is actually on the call. After all, who else would have a screensaver that says ‘100% That Bitch’? Here, the creator and host of Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls — an unscripted series for Amazon in which the pop superstar searches for fly backup dancers—talks about the freshman show’s six Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Competition Program and Outstanding Directing for a Reality Program, and how she plans to prepare for the big night. DEADLINE: How did you find out about the Emmy nominations? LIZZO : I had a flight, so I was up. I was in glam and was editing videos. I’m always editing some TikTok video or something for social media. My manager called me mid-edit and I was like, “What’s going on here?” DEADLINE: So, you not only created a hit TV show, but you have made a difference with that show. What does that feel like? LIZZO … [Read more...] about ‘Big Grrrls’ Creator Lizzo On Carrying The Flag For Plus-Size Dancers And How She Ensured “Everybody Felt Respected”

The JoBros had some unfinished business in Las Vegas. On Monday, to celebrate Joe’s birthday, the Jonas Brothers announced that they’ll be returning to Nevada to perform three nights in mid-November at the same venue where they hosted a string of shows earlier this summer. “We had such an incredible time playing shows at the Dolby Live at Park MGM in June, so we decided to add a few more before 2022 ends,” the group wrote on Twitter. “Just like last time, we will be playing a different set list every single night.” VEGAS! We're coming back to play 3 more shows this November. We had such an incredible time playing shows at the Dolby Live at Park MGM in June, so we decided to add a few more before 2022 ends. Just like last time, we will be playing a different set list every single night. pic.twitter.com/fLXd4lPkqp — Jonas Brothers (@jonasbrothers) August 15, 2022 During their final show during the June dates, the group performed tracks like “Year 3000,” “Burnin’ … [Read more...] about Jonas Brothers Announce Second Las Vegas Residency

Sabrina Carpenter can read our minds, after all. On Monday, the “Fast Times” singer announced the dates for her fall tour, alongside its retro poster, to support her recently-released album, Emails I Can’t Send . The U.S. trek is the first time she has hit the road since her Singular tour in spring 2019. “IM GOING ON TOUR,” she captioned the announcement. “WAKE UP,” she added. Carpenter will kick off her Emails I Can’t Send tour in Orlando in late September before making her way to the Bay Area to perform at the Regency Ballroom. She’ll make stops at New York’s Webster Hall and Los Angeles’ Wiltern along the way. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sabrina Carpenter (@sabrinacarpenter) Ahead of the album’s release, Carpenter chatted with Rolling Stone about her songwriting process and how she forced herself to be vulnerable in her newest music. “I had to fight the urge to do what I normally do — … [Read more...] about Sabrina Carpenter Is Taking Her Emails on the Road With Fall Tour