The Oscar- nominated ‘pirate’ working to bring good fortune to Somalia
In 2013, Barhkad Abdi shot to fame for his portrayal of a Somali pirate in the blockbuster film “Captain Phillips”. Abdi, who starred opposite Tom Hanks, was nominated for an…
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‘Guardians’ Director James Gunn Defends Superhero Movies After Oscars Diss
“Guardians of the Galaxy,” last year’s highest-grossing comic book movie, was nominated for two Oscars during Sunday’s ceremony. But despite the inclusion, “Guardians” and its brethren were on the receiving…
Exclusive: Malik Yoba On ‘Empire’
Currently breaking records on TV is Lee Daniels’ blazing hot new series, ‘Empire,’ which stars Academy Awards nominated actors Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson, along with veteran Malik Yoba…
‘Fifty Shades Of Grey’ Star Victor Rasuk On How Hollywood Has Opened Up To Latinos
Somewhere amid the incessant lip-biting and erotic scenes that push the limits of its R rating, the highly anticipated “Fifty Shades of Grey,” Sam Taylor-Johnson’s adaptation of the best-selling E.L….
Beck didn’t think he would win album of the year, either
“It would be a surprise with this record, honestly,” Beck told Billboard on the red carpet of the Clive Davis pre-Grammys party on Saturday night (Feb. 7). Although Beck has…
The Complete Roster Of 2015 Grammy Performers
Just about everyone on the planet with musical talent will perform at the Grammys on Sunday. Here’s a rundown those scheduled to appear. This post will be updated as more…
Arturo O’Farrill: Afro-Latino Heritage Is ‘One Big Culture That We All Share’
Arturo O’Farrill wants Africa to get the credit it deserves. The New York-based pianist, composer and educator traveled Friday to Los Angeles to attend the Grammys, where his Afro Latin…
Cicely Tyson Fast Facts
Other Facts:On the Dance Theatre of Harlem’s national advisory board. Known for her portrayals of strong African-American women. Nominated for 11 Emmys, with 3 wins. Nominated for one Academy Award….
You Have To See Emma Stone React To Hearing She Looks Beautiful
www.popsugar.com: Emma Stone may be nominated for a dramatic turn in “Birdman,” but she’s still one of the funniest actresses around.
Lynch to face anti-Obama ire at confirmation hearing
READ: Obama nominated Loretta who? Specifically, the GOP is looking for opportunities to combat Obama’s executive overhaul of U.S. immigration rules. They’ll seek answers on how the Justice Department will…
‘Records on top of records’ for ‘American Sniper’
It wasn’t a coincidence that the Academy Awards nominations were announced a day earlierCooper was nominated for best actor and the movie was nominated for best picture, giving “Sniper” even…
MSNBC, CNN, Al Jazeera America, Fusion Receive Nominations For GLAAD Media Awards
A long list of print, digital and broadcast news outlets have been nominated for GLAAD’s 26th annual Media Awards, the organization announced on its website Wednesday. – For the full…
Golden Globes show kicks off the 2015 awards season
The critically acclaimed movie was nominated for best comedy or musical, best actor in a comedy or musical (Keaton), best supporting actor (Edward Norton), best supporting actress (Emma Stone), best…
‘Birdman’ leads nominees at Golden Globes
The best comedy or musical nominees are “Birdman,” “Into the Woods,” “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “St. Vincent” and “Pride.” The Globes, put on by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, are…