AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 8:22 a.m. EDT

Is AI a threat to jobs? A 'Tomb Raider' affair poses the question

PARIS (AP) — In France, the apparent use of artificial intelligence to clone an actor's voice for video game character Lara Croft has fans and actors up in arms. Fans noticed that the French-language voice of Lara Croft sounded robotic and made grammatical errors in a software update of the popular “Tomb Raider” series. Aspyr, the game developer, admits to using what it described as unauthorized AI content and says it has since removed it. The actor in French-language versions of the game, Françoise Cadol, confirmed that her voice was cloned. The affair has sharpened actors' concerns about AI replacing human jobs.

Claudia Cardinale, star of '8½' and 'The Leopard,' dies at 87

ROME (AP) — Acclaimed Italian actor Claudia Cardinale has died at the age of 87. Her death was confirmed by her agent. She starred in over 100 films, becoming famous for roles in Federico Fellini’s “8½” and Luchino Visconti’s “The Leopard.” Cardinale began her career at 17 after winning a beauty contest in Tunisia. She was often compared to Brigitte Bardot and worked with top directors in Europe and Hollywood. Despite partial success in Hollywood, she valued her European film roots. Cardinale was also a U.N. goodwill ambassador for women’s rights. She passed away in Nemours, France, surrounded by her children.

In Jimmy Kimmel's words: What the late-night host said upon his return from suspension

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel has returned to his late-night show after a suspension following remarks about Charlie Kirk's killing. On Tuesday night, Kimmel mixed humor and emotion to address the situation. He expressed gratitude for the support he received, including from unexpected people like Ted Cruz. Kimmel clarified his intentions regarding his comments on Kirk, saying he never intended to make jokes about Kirk's death. He also criticized the FCC's actions and noted that the controversy boosted his ratings. Kimmel thanked ABC for allowing him to return, despite initial disagreements. He concluded by highlighting Erika Kirk's act of forgiveness, urging others to follow her example.

Gucci unveils Demna's premiere looks in Spike Jonze-Halina Reijn film starring Demi Moore

MILAN (AP) — Gucci gave the Demna era a soft hybrid launch, turning a short film red carpet on evening into a preview runway. Instead of a traditional runway show, Demna showcased his Gucci premiere looks during Milan Fashion Week on Tuesday in a short film by Spike Jonze and Halina Reijn, as well as on the film's red carpet. The film stars Demi Moore as a Gucci heiress exploring her identity through wardrobe changes. The 30-minute short, called “The Tiger,” features Moore in various Gucci outfits, including a red collared coat and a baroque floral gown. The collection, titled “La Famiglia,” was also revealed on Instagram on Monday, sparking excitement among fashion insiders. Demna took over creative direction in July.

A piano, a pregnant woman and a prison: Raymond Chandler's 'Nightmare' is revealed

NEW YORK (AP) — Raymond Chandler's “Nightmare,” a rarely seen sketch, has been published this week in The Strand Magazine. The piece imagines Chandler in prison for a murder he can't remember committing. His cellmates include strangers, a pregnant woman, and a piano that must be played lying down after nine o'clock. The story becomes even darker as Chandler learns of his likely execution. “Nightmare” was found among the papers of Chandler's assistant, Jean Vounder-Davis, and was purchased at auction by Strand Managing Editor Andrew F. Gulli. Chandler scholar Tom Williams finds the piece intriguing, especially its reference to rejection.

What to know about why Jimmy Kimmel's late-night TV show was suspended and then reinstated

NEW YORK (AP) — ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show after having pulled it off the air indefinitely. The unprecedented suspension followed backlash over Kimmel's remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Kimmel criticized President Donald Trump and his supporters for their response, accusing them of trying to politicize the murder. The Federal Communications Commission had warned the network of repercussions if Kimmel wasn't punished. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr called Kimmel's comments “truly sick.” Two of ABC’s largest affiliates, Nexstar and Sinclair, did not carry Kimmel’s return on their stations, which represent about 25% of all affiliates.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs now sober and humbled, his lawyers tell judge as they ask for lighter sentence

NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs are urging a judge to sentence him early next month to no more than 14 months in prison for his conviction on two prostitution-related charges. The lawyers made their arguments Monday in a written submission to New York federal Judge Arun Subramanian. He has already rejected bail for Combs, signaling that he believes he must serve more time behind bars despite being exonerated in July of the more serious racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges. Prosecutors, who will submit their recommendations prior to the Oct. 3 sentencing, have already said they will urge Combs stay imprisoned substantially longer than the four to five years they originally thought.

Kiran Desai is a favorite and US authors make a strong showing on the Booker Prize shortlist

LONDON (AP) — Booker Prize-winning Indian author Kiran Desai is a favorite to win the prestigious fiction award again. Her novel, “The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny,” is among six finalists, including three American authors, announced Tuesday. This is Desai’s first novel since her 2006 Booker-winning “The Inheritance of Loss.” The judging panel includes Irish writer Roddy Doyle and actor Sarah Jessica Parker. Other finalists are Andrew Miller, David Szalay, Susan Choi, Katie Kitamura and Ben Markovits. The Booker Prize, founded in 1969, is known for transforming writers’ careers. The winner of the $68,000 prize will be announced in London on November 10.

A new generation of musicians is revitalizing the music scene in Cuba

HAVANA (AP) — Cuban teenagers Fabio and Diego Abreu are part of a new wave of musicians revitalizing Cuba’s music scene. They fill a void left by established artists who have emigrated during one of the island's worst economic crises in decades. The brothers, aged 19 and 17, perform traditional jazz and benefit from small, private venues and the spread of internet access for promotion. Young musicians in Cuba are blending traditional sounds with electronic music and hip hop. This emerging scene is creating new genres like “reparto,” a fusion of reggaeton and island sounds, gaining popularity both locally and abroad.