'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' poised for an all-Warner Bros. showdown at Academy Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood will convene Sunday night for a nail-biter Academy Awards that’s steering toward a coronation for either Paul Thomas Anderson or Ryan Coogler. Most would call that a win-win. Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” is the favorite heading into the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. But Coogler’s “Sinners” comes in the lead nominee with a record 16 nominations. Both filmmakers are poised to leave with their first Oscar. But little else is assured at an Academy Awards where Michael B. Jordan or Timothée Chalamet — despite the ballet diss heard 'round the world — could win their first Academy Award. The telecast will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu beginning at 7 p.m. Eastern.
‘Hoppers’ holds onto the No. 1 box office spot as 'Reminders of Him' overperforms
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pixar’s “Hoppers” held onto its spot atop the box office, bringing in $28.5 million in its second weekend. That's according to studio estimates released Sunday. After its $45.3 million debut, The Walt Disney Co.’s “Hoppers” dipped a modest 37% in its second weekend, a promising sign for an animated movie. The weekend results also show Colleen Hoover’s “Reminders of Him” added to the author’s box-office streak. The Universal film debuted in second place with a better-than-expected $18.3 million. The film is the first from a screenplay that Hoover co-wrote, but not the first of her novels to successfully translate to the big screen. “Undertone,” a micro-budget horror movie from A24, opened with $9.3 million.
Oscars stars ready for their big fashion moment as red carpet opens
For Hollywood’s biggest night, celebrities pay as much attention to their speeches as to their red-carpet attire. It’s a night to leave a mark not just on Hollywood but on best dressed lists and even make fashion history. This year’s 98th Academy Awards will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. With a fashionable list of nominees, the stars are sure to impress on the red carpet while still keeping within the black-tie theme. Teyana Taylor and Timothée Chalamet are ones to watch on the red carpet as these stars are guaranteed to bring the drama. The ceremony will be streamed live on ABC and Hulu.
The day before the Oscars, the ‘Bridesmaids’ rehearsed
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The “Bridesmaids” cast has reunited at the Dolby Theatre as Oscar presenters. On Saturday Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Ellie Kemper, Rose Byrne and Melissa McCarthy ran through their lines and fine-tuned the timing. Byrne rehearsed with the group while also holding the distinction of being an acting nominee. Other presenters keep it casual too, with some wearing sneakers including Javier Bardem and Adrien Brody. The room felt calm as crews work through final checks, just 24 hours before the 98th Academy Awards. Conan O’Brien is returning to host the show, which will air live on ABC at 7 p.m. Eastern.
A media-rating company says a Trump agency is threatening its livelihood
A company that evaluates news outlets and websites to see which produce reliable journalism says it's under attack by the Trump administration. NewsGuard has sued the Federal Trade Commission over an agency investigation that the company says is threatening its livelihood. NewsGuard's ratings system is used to help advertisers and artificial intelligence companies decide which news sites they can trust with their business. Conservative groups and the television network Newsmax says the ratings system is trying to censor conservative thought. The FTC says its investigation of NewsGuard is part of a broader effort to see whether advertiser boycotts violate antitrust laws.
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A seat at the table, but no vote yet for a Democratic lawmaker in the Kennedy Center board showdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge says a Democratic lawmaker is entitled to participate in a Kennedy Center board meeting to discuss President Donald Trump’s plan to close the performing arts center for two years of renovations. But the judge isn't forcing the board to let Joyce Beatty vote at Monday's meeting. The Ohio congresswoman is an ex officio member through her position in Congress. She sued to preclude the Trump administration from excluding her from the session where board members are expected to decide whether to approve the Republican president’s proposal to shutter the center during the construction project.
Trump ally Ric Grenell stepping down as Kennedy Center president
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Stars pack the Polo Lounge for Chanel and Charles Finch’s 17th pre-Oscar dinner
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Chanel and producer Charles Finch host a star-packed pre-Oscar dinner at the Polo Lounge, mixing Hollywood buzz with a pitch for supporting filmmakers. On Saturday night, guests crowd the patio at the Beverly Hills Hotel and mingle over drinks. Jessie Buckley says the smaller red carpet feels intimate ahead of the Oscars on Sunday. Co-director Maggie Kang hypes the big “Golden” performance tied to “KPop Demon Hunters.” The night also doubles as a reminder of Chanel’s long link to movies. Kristen Stewart points to the brand’s backing of her work and other independent projects.
5 indelible photos from Hollywood's awards season, and the stories behind them
LOS ANGELES (AP) — As a staff photojournalist for The Associated Press based in Los Angeles, Chris Pizzello covers hundreds of entertainment events a year. It all culminates in awards season, where he captures the defining moments in the lives of the celebrities he’s shot day in and day out, from the triumphs of Beyoncé and Bad Bunny at the Grammys to the envelope snafu and The Slap at the Oscars. This year, he chose five key photos and shared the stories behind making them. They range from Amy Madigan and Michael B. Jordan's surprise wins to Teyana Taylor's celebration. He connected with Ethan Hawke while making hurried portraits and shot Justin Bieber's stripped-down performance from afar.
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